15A N.C. Admin. Code 5C.0101

Current through Register Vol. 39, No. 13, January 2, 2025

Section 05C .0101 - DEFINITIONS

(a) Explorations. Whenever the word "explorations" is referred to in these rules, it shall mean geological, geophysical and other surveys and investigations, including seismic methods for the discovery and location of oil, gas or other mineral prospects, and which may or may not involve the use of explosives.

(b) Seismic Explorations. The word "seismic explorations" shall mean any geophysical exploration method which involves the use of explosives.

(c) Shot. The word "shot" as used in these rules shall mean the use and detonation of powder, dynamite, nitroglycerin or other explosives.

(d) Department. Whenever the word "department" is referred to in these rules, it shall mean the North Carolina Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources in Raleigh, North Carolina.

15A N.C. Admin. Code 05C .0101

Authority G.S. 113-391;
Eff. February 1, 1976;
Amended Eff. January 31, 1979;
Readopted Eff. August 1, 1982;
Amended Eff. April 1, 1990.

Authority G.S. 113-391;
Eff. 2/1/1976;
Amended Eff. 1/31/1979;
Readopted Eff. 8/1/1982;
Amended Eff. 4/1/1990.