Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 19, May 10, 2024
Section 36-1-7 - Roof and Rib Control Programs and Plans7.1. Each operator shall undertake to carry out on a continuing basis, a program to improve the roof control system of each shaft and/or slope and the means and measures to accomplish such system. A roof control plan and revisions thereof suitable to the roof conditions and mining systems of each shaft and/or slope and approved by the Director shall be adopted and set out in printed form before new operations are started. The safety committee of the miners of each shaft and/or slope where such committee exists shall be afforded an opportunity to review and submit comments and recommendations to the Director and operator concerning the development, modification or revision of such roof control plan. The plan shall show the type of support and spacing approved by the Director. Such plan shall be reviewed periodically, at least every six (6) months by the Director, taking into consideration all falls of roof or rib inadequacy of support of ribs. A copy of the plan shall be furnished to the Director or his/her authorized representative and shall be available to the miners and their representatives.7.2. The operator, in accordance with an approved plan, shall provide as the Director may prescribe an ample supply of suitable materials of proper size with which to secure the roof of all working places in a safe manner.