Section R11-1-1168. Testing of safety devices

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A. The safety dogs on any conveyance used to lower or hoist men must be tested at least once every 24 hours during regular

operation. If the mine is shut down for more than eight hours, the safety dogs must be tested before lowering men. A record of such inspection shall be kept and signed by the person mak- ing the test.

B. Hoistmen shall examine their hoists and shall test overtravel, position indicators, and braking mechanisms at the beginning of each shift. A record of such inspection shall be kept in the hoisthouse and must be signed by the person making the test.

Historical Note

Former Rule 11:68; Amended effective April 7, 1976

(Supp. 76-2).

                    
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