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Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part IV - Fire Prevention and Control-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-610 - Fire equipment

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Equipment and devices used for detection, warning, and
					 extinguishing of fires shall be:
1.
				  Suitable for the type of fire hazard that may be encountered;
2. Maintained in fire-ready condition as
				  specified by manufacturer;
3.
				  Strategically located, readily accessible, and plainly identified;
4. Of the type, size, and quantity that can
				  extinguish fires of any class that may occur at the mine; and
5. Inspected at least monthly to ensure
				  fire-ready condition.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of
						the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part IV - Fire Prevention and Control-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-620 - Welding operations

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
When welding or cutting, precautions shall be taken to
					 ensure that sparks or other hot materials do not result in a
					 fire.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part IV - Fire Prevention and Control-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-630 - Training and practice drills

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
All employees assigned to firefighting responsibilities by
					 the operator shall be trained in firefighting, and practice drills shall be
					 conducted at least every six months.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part IV - Fire Prevention and Control-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-640 - Firefighting assistance

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Prior arrangements shall be made for obtaining assistance
					 in firefighting.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part IV - Fire Prevention and Control-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-650 - Conveyor belts

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Conveyor belts in locations where belt slippage may result
					 in a fire shall be equipped with automatic detection and stoppage devices when
					 the conveyor belt is unattended.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part IV - Fire Prevention and Control-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-660 - Removing flammable and combustible gases from containers

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Prior to applying heat, cutting, or welding on any pipe or
					 container that has contained a flammable or combustible material:
1. The pipe or container shall be drained,
				  thoroughly cleaned and ventilated; and
2. The pipe or container shall be filled with
				  an inert gas or material.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of
						the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part IV - Fire Prevention and Control-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-670 - Fire extinguishers

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A.
				  Whenever a fire or its effects could impede escape from self-propelled
				  equipment, a fire extinguisher shall be on the equipment.
B. Whenever a fire or its effects would not
				  impede escape from the equipment but could affect the escape of other persons
				  in the area, a fire extinguisher shall be on the equipment or within 100 feet
				  of the equipment.
C. All fire
				  extinguishers required by this chapter shall meet the current standards
				  established by the National Fire Prevention Association.
Statutory Authority: §§
												45.1-161.3
						and
						45.1-180.3
						of the Code of Virginia (4VAC25-31-120,
						4VAC25-31-130,
						4VAC25-31-170,
						4VAC25-31-240,
						4VAC25-31-360,
						4VAC25-31-405,
						4VAC25-31-410,
						4VAC25-31-420,
						4VAC25-31-430,
						4VAC25-31-440,
						4VAC25-31-450
						).
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part IV - Fire Prevention and Control-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-680 - Exits or escapeways

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
At least two exits or escapeways shall be provided in
					 surface buildings and structures where personnel work or
					 congregate.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part IV - Fire Prevention and Control-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-690 - Fire-resistant buildings near underground openings

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Buildings and other structures within 100 feet of
					 underground mine openings shall be fire resistant.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part IV - Fire Prevention and Control-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-700 - Grass, weeds and underbrush

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Areas surrounding main fan installations and other mine
					 openings shall be kept free from grass, weeds, underbrush and other combustible
					 materials for a safe distance in all directions.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part IV - Fire Prevention and Control-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-710 - Dust or gases

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Dust or gases which may be explosive or combustible shall
					 be tested and controlled in an acceptable manner.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of
						the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part V - Air Quality and Physical Agents-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-720 - Employee exposure limits to airborne contaminants

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
With respect to airborne contaminants, the following shall
					 apply:
1. Employees shall be withdrawn
				  from areas where airborne contaminants given a "C" designation in Threshold
				  Limit Values and Biological Exposure Indices are present in concentrations that
				  exceed specified TLVs.
2. Control
				  of employee exposure to harmful airborne contaminants shall be by feasible
				  engineering control methods. If such control measures are not available, an
				  approved program of controlling employee exposure to airborne contaminants
				  shall be implemented by the operator. Miners exposed for short periods to gas,
				  dust, fumes and mist-inhalation hazards shall wear acceptable respiratory
				  equipment appropriate for the hazard. When the exposure is for prolonged
				  periods, other measures to protect workers or to reduce the hazard shall be
				  taken.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of
						the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part V - Air Quality and Physical Agents-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-740 - Dust sources

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Sources of dust shall be wetted down unless controlled by
					 dry collection measures.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part V - Air Quality and Physical Agents-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-760 - Silica compounds

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Silica sand or other materials containing more than 1.0%
					 free silica shall not be used in abrasive cleaning equipment unless exposed
					 persons are provided with self-contained respiratory
					 equipment.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part V - Air Quality and Physical Agents-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-770 - Employee exposure to noise limits

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Except for surface mines which are inspected by MSHA,
					 employee exposure to noise shall not exceed the federal limit adopted for
					 mineral mines. If exposure exceeds the federal limit, the director may require
					 the mine operator to employ feasible engineering and administrative control
					 measures. Operators shall provide hearing protection upon
					 request.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of
						the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-780 - Storage of explosive materials

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Detonators and explosives, other than
				  blasting agents, shall be stored in magazines accepted by the Institute of
				  Makers of Explosives or other approved agency.
B. Detonators shall not be stored in the same
				  magazine with explosives.
C.
				  Explosives magazines shall be:
1. Located in
				  accordance with the American Table of Distances;
2. Detached structures located away from
				  power lines, fuel storage areas, and other possible sources of fire;
3. Of substantial construction and
				  constructed of noncombustible material or covered with fire-resistant
				  material;
4. Reasonably bullet
				  resistant;
5. Electrically bonded
				  and grounded if constructed of metal;
6. Made of nonsparking material on the
				  inside, including floors;
7.
				  Provided with adequate and effectively screened ventilation openings near the
				  floor and ceiling;
8. Kept locked
				  securely when unattended;
9. Posted
				  with suitable danger signs so located that a bullet passing through the sign
				  will not strike the magazine;
10.
				  Used exclusively for storage of explosives or detonators and blasting-related
				  materials;
11. Kept clean and dry
				  in the interior and in good repair;
12. Unheated, unless heated in a manner that
				  does not create a fire or explosion hazard. Electrical heating devices shall
				  not be used inside a magazine; and
13. Located at least 300 feet away from any
				  underground mine opening, occupied building, public road, or private road not
				  used in connection with the mine.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-790 - Transportation

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Vehicles used to
				  transport explosives shall be:
1. In good
				  mechanical condition;
2. Posted
				  with warning signs;
3. Provided
				  with suitable fire extinguishers;
4. Provided with a nonsparking cargo area
				  equipped with sides and tailgate;
5. Kept free of extraneous materials in the
				  cargo area;
6. Operated at safe
				  speeds over routes that expose the minimum number of personnel; and
7. Operated with the minimum number of
				  persons required to safely transport the explosives.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-800 - Use of explosives

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. A
				  certified blaster shall be in direct charge of blasting activities.
B. Persons who assist in blasting activities
				  shall be under the direct supervision of the certified blaster in charge and
				  shall be alerted to the hazards involved.
C. Black powder or safety fuse shall not be
				  used without approval from the director. Special approvals shall specify use
				  restrictions and procedures necessary for safe storage, transportation, and
				  use.
D. The design and loading of a
				  blast shall provide sufficient burden, spacing, and stemming to prevent flyrock
				  or other dangerous effects. Flyrock incidents shall be reported to the division
				  immediately and details noted in the blast record.
E. Boreholes shall not be drilled where there
				  is a danger of intersecting a loaded or misfired hole.
F. No person shall smoke or use an open flame
				  within 50 feet of explosives or detonators.
G. Prior to bringing explosives and
				  detonators to the blast site, the certified blaster in charge shall:
1. Monitor weather conditions to ensure safe
				  loading and firing;
2. Inspect the
				  blast site for hazards;
3. Inspect
				  and clear the boreholes of obstructions; and
4. Remove personnel and equipment, except
				  those used in loading the shot, from the blast site.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-810 - Recordkeeping

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A detailed record of each surface blast shall be prepared
					 immediately by the certified blaster. Records shall be maintained at the mine
					 site for three years and subject to inspection by the division mine inspectors.
					 Records shall contain the following information:
1. Name of company or contractor;
2. Location, date, and time of
				  blast;
3. Name, signature, and
				  certification number of the certified blaster in charge;
4. Type of material blasted;
5. Number of holes, and burden and spacing
				  for each hole;
6. Drill logs of
				  boreholes as required by
				  4VAC25-40-1095;
7. Types of explosives used;
8. Total amount of explosives used;
9. Maximum amount of explosives per delay
				  period of eight milliseconds or greater;
10. Method of firing and type of
				  circuit;
11. Direction and distance
				  in feet to nearest dwelling house, public building, school, church, commercial
				  or institutional building neither owned nor leased by the person conducting the
				  blasting;
12. Weather conditions
				  (including such factors as wind directions, etc.);
13. Height or length of stemming for each
				  hole;
14. Whether mats or other
				  protections were used;
15. Type of
				  detonators used and timing of detonation for each detonator used;
16. The person taking the seismograph reading
				  shall accurately indicate exact location of seismograph, if used, and shall
				  also show the distance of seismograph from blast;
17. Seismograph records, including:
a. Name and signature of the person operating
				  the seismograph;
b. Name of the
				  person analyzing the seismograph record; and
c. Seismograph readings;
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-820 - Procedure where a misfire occurs during a blast

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. No person shall enter the blasting area
				  for at least 15 minutes except in the case of safety fuse where special
				  approvals apply.
B. Misfires shall
				  be disposed of in a safe manner by the certified blaster.
C. The blast area shall be guarded or
				  barricaded and posted with warning signs until the misfire has been
				  cleared.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-830 - When traffic to be stopped

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Prior to blasting near a mine haul road or public highway,
					 traffic shall be stopped at a safe distance.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-840 - Mudcapping

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Mudcapping in blasting operations shall be permitted only
					 where the driller would be in a hazardous position in attempting to drill the
					 rock or material to be blasted.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-850 - Blasting near underground mines

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
When conducting surface blasting activities near an
					 underground mine, advance notice of blasting shall be given to the underground
					 mine operator by the certified blaster.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-860 - Blasting near pipelines or electrical lines

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
When conducting surface blasting activities within 300
					 feet of private pipelines or electrical transmission lines, advance notice of
					 blasting shall be given to the owners of the pipeline or transmission lines by
					 the certified blaster.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-870 - Streams and watercourses

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Surface blasting shall be prohibited if effects are liable
					 to change the course or channel of any stream without a variance issued by the
					 director.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-880 - Ground vibration from blasting

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. Ground vibration, measured as peak
				  particle velocity resulting from blasting, shall not exceed the limits set
				  forth in Figure 1 at any inhabited building not owned or leased by the
				  operator, without approval of the director. A seismographic record shall be
				  provided for each blast.
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B. Seismic monitoring of each blast shall be
				  conducted, unless the blast contains no more than 500 pounds of explosives and
				  the scaled distance, Ds, is 90 feet or more, as calculated with the following
				  scaled distance formulas:
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Where:
W = Maximum charge weight of explosives in pounds per delay
					 period of 8.0 milliseconds or more.
D = Distance in feet from the blast site to the nearest
					 inhabited building not owned or leased by the mine operator.
Statutory Authority: §§
												45.1-161.3,
						45.1-161.294,
						and
						45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-890 - Air overpressure limits

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Air overpressure resulting from surface blasting shall not
					 exceed 133 decibels, as measured with a 2Hz or lower flat response microphone,
					 at any inhabited building not owned or leased by the
					 operator.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of
						the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-893 - Action plans

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Each operator shall maintain a plan to control the effects
					 of blasting on areas adjacent to the operation. In the event of a blasting
					 complaint, accident, or flyrock incident, the plan will be subject to review
					 and approval of the division.
Statutory Authority: §§
												45.1-161.3,
						45.1-161.294,
						and
						45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-895 - Lower vibration and airblast levels

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
If necessary to prevent damage, the director may specify
					 lower allowable ground vibration and airblast levels than those provided by
					 4VAC25-40-880 and
					 4VAC25-40-890.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-910 - Seismic testing and evaluation

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Seismic testing and evaluation to determine compliance with
					 blasting regulations shall:
1. Utilize
				  acceptable instrumentation that measures ground vibration, air overpressure,
				  and vibration frequency;
2. Be
				  conducted and analyzed by a qualified person; and
3. Be conducted whenever directed by the
				  division.
Statutory Authority: §§
												45.1-161.3,
						45.1-161.294,
						and
						45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-920 - Electric detonators

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. When
				  electric detonators are used, an acceptable blaster's galvanometer or blaster's
				  multi-meter shall be used to test detonators, firing lines, series circuits,
				  and total circuit resistance prior to firing.
B. Electric detonators of different brands
				  shall not be used in the same blast.
C. Except when being tested with an
				  acceptable instrument:
1. Electric detonators
				  shall be kept shunted until they are connected into the series
				  circuit;
2. Series circuits shall
				  be kept shunted until they are connected onto the firing line; and
3. Firing lines shall be kept shunted until
				  immediately before blasting.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-925 - Electronic detonators

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Electronic detonation systems shall be approved by the
					 director as providing performance equivalent to that required in
					 4VAC25-40-920, and shall be used in
					 accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of
						the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-930 - Nonelectric blasting

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
A. When
				  detonating cord manufactured with more than three grains per foot is used
				  within 800 feet of inhabited buildings, not owned or leased by the operator,
				  trunk lines shall be covered with at least six inches of loose earth or other
				  acceptable material.
B. All
				  detonating cord knots shall be tight and all connections kept at right angles
				  to the trunk lines.
C. Detonators
				  and delay connectors shall not be attached to exposed detonating cord by the
				  certified blaster until the blast area is cleared.
D. Detonating cord blasting shall use a
				  double trunk line or loop system to ensure complete detonation.
E. Detonating cord trunk lines, in multiple
				  row blasts, shall make one or more complete loops, with crossties between loops
				  at intervals not more than 200 feet.
F. When using a gas-charged initiation
				  system, the certified blaster shall ensure that all components are fully
				  charged prior to firing the blast. The blast area shall be cleared of personnel
				  prior to charging the components.
G. Shock tube and other nonelectric
				  detonation systems shall be used in accordance with manufacturers'
				  recommendations.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of
						the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VI - Explosives-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-931 - Blasting complaints

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
In the event of a blasting complaint, accident, or flyrock
					 investigation, all available data on the blast, including videos, shall be made
					 available to the division.
Statutory Authority: §§
												45.1-161.3,
						45.1-161.294,
						and
						45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VII - Drilling-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-980 - Drilling of boreholes

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Drilling--Surface and Underground
Boreholes shall not be drilled where there is a chance of
					 intersecting a loaded or misfired hole.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of
						the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VII - Drilling-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-990 - Drills to be attended

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
While in operation, drills shall be attended at all
					 times.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VII - Drilling-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1000 - Storage of steel and tools

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Receptacles or racks shall be provided for drill steel and
					 tools stored on drills.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VII - Drilling-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1010 - Moving vehicle-mounted drills

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
When moving a track-mounted or truck- mounted drill from
					 one drilling location to another:
1.
				  The mast shall be lowered to a safe position;
2. Tools and other equipment shall be secured
				  in a safe location; and
3. The
				  drill helper, when used, shall remain in sight of the drill operator.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of
						the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VII - Drilling-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1020 - Power failures

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
In the event of a power failure, drill controls shall be
					 placed in the neutral position until power is restored.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VII - Drilling-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1030 - Hands to be kept clear

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Drillers shall not hold or rest their hands on any
					 rotating part of a drill.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VII - Drilling-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1050 - Boreholes

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Boreholes large enough to create a hazard shall be covered
					 or guarded.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VII - Drilling-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1060 - Moving handheld drills

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Prior to moving handheld pneumatic drills from one working
					 area to another, the air shall be turned off and bled from the
					 hose.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VII - Drilling-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1070 - Handling of boulders

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Prior to drilling large boulders, drills shall be moved to
					 a safe location and positioned securely in place.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VII - Drilling-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1080 - Walls or benches

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
When drilling next to a wall or bench, drillers
					 shall:
1. Remove any loose,
				  unconsolidated material from the bench or wall above the work area;
2. Position the drill in such a manner that
				  the controls are on the side of the drill away from the bench or wall;
				  and
3. Never work between the drill
				  and the bench or wall if their escape from the work area may be hindered by
				  falling material.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of
						the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VII - Drilling-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1090 - Rotary jet piercing equipment

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Prior to using rotary jet piercing equipment, the operator
					 shall obtain approval from the director who shall specify safety procedures to
					 be used in operating this equipment.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of
						the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VII - Drilling-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1095 - Drill logs required for boreholes intended for blasting

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
For each borehole intended for blasting, the driller shall
					 produce a drill log as each hole is being drilled. The drill log shall include,
					 at minimum, the name of the driller, borehole diameter, borehole depth, depth
					 of broken material at the collar, and other geological conditions (for example,
					 cracks, seams, voids, mud, or any other anomalies that could affect the blast)
					 encountered during drilling. A signed copy of the drill log shall be provided
					 to the mine operator and a copy shall be included in the record of the
					 blast.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of
						the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1100 - Boilers and pressure vessels

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Boilers and pressure vessels shall be constructed,
					 installed, and maintained in accordance with the Boiler and Pressure Vessel
					 Regulations (16VAC25-50-10 et seq.). Operators
					 shall, upon request, provide proof that the boiler or pressure vessel meets the
					 Boiler and Pressure Vessel Regulations. Boilers and pressure vessels shall be
					 inspected by an inspector certified by the Virginia Department of Labor and
					 Industry at the time periods specified in the Boiler and Pressure Vessel
					 Regulations. Records of such inspections shall be kept.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of
						the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1110 - Air compressors

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Air compressors shall be equipped with automatic
					 temperature activated shutoff mechanisms set for 400°F or with fusible
					 plugs installed in the compressor discharge lines as near the compressors as
					 possible. Fusible plugs shall melt at temperatures 50° less than the flash
					 points of the lubricating oils.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1120 - Compressed-air receivers

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Compressors and compressed-air receivers shall be equipped
					 with automatic pressure-release valves, pressure gauges, and drain
					 valves.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1130 - Compressor-air intakes

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Compressor-air intakes shall be installed to ensure that
					 only clean, uncontaminated air enters the compressors.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1140 - Draining compressed-air receivers

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Compressed-air receivers shall be drained of moisture,
					 oil, or carbon buildup in accordance with manufacturers'
					 recommendations.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1150 - Inspection openings in compressed-air receivers

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Compressed-air receivers shall have inspection openings
					 which, when the tanks are over 36 inches in diameter, shall be
					 manholes.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1160 - Operating compressors

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Compressors shall be operated and lubricated in accordance
					 with the manufacturers' recommendations.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1170 - Discharge pipes

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Compressor discharge pipes shall be cleaned
					 periodically.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1180 - Repealed

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1190 - Repairs

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Repairs involving the pressure system of compressors,
					 receivers, or compressed-air-powered equipment, shall not be attempted until
					 the pressure has been bled off.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1200 - Improper uses

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
At no time shall compressed air be directed towards a
					 person unless a diffuser limiting pressure to no more than 30 pounds per square
					 inch is used.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1210 - Locking devices

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Safety chains or suitable safety devices shall be used at
					 connections to machines of high pressure hose lines of 3/4 inch inside diameter
					 or larger, and between high pressure hose lines of 3/4 inch inside diameter or
					 larger, where a connection failure would create a hazard.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of
						the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1220 - Storage of oxygen cylinders

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Oxygen cylinders shall not be stored near oil or
					 grease.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1230 - Maintaining regulators

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Gauges and regulators used with oxygen or acetylene
					 cylinders shall be kept clean and free of oil and grease.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1240 - Tank valves to be kept closed

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Valves on oxygen and acetylene tanks shall be kept closed
					 when the contents are not being used.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1250 - Securing cylinders

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Compressed gas or liquid gas cylinders shall be safely
					 secured in an upright position.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1260 - Valves and gauges to be protected

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Valves and gauges on compressed gas cylinders shall be
					 protected by covers when being transported and stored, or if a hazard from
					 falling material exists when used.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1270 - Use of gauges, regulators and valves

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Pressure gauges, regulators, and reverse flow check valves
					 shall be used on all compressed air and gas cylinders and shall be maintained
					 in safe working condition.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305
						of the Code of Virginia.
Virginia Administrative Code › Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES › Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY › Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING › Part VIII - Compressed Air, Gases, and Boilers-Surface and Underground › Section 4VAC25-40-1280 - Boiler equipment and maintenance

Current through Register Vol. 40, No. 24, July 15, 2024
Boilers shall be equipped and maintained as follows:
1. Boilers shall be equipped with guarded,
				  well-maintained water gauges and pressure gauges placed so that they can be
				  observed easily. Water gauges and pipe passages to the gauges shall be kept
				  clean and free of scale and rust;
2. Boilers shall be equipped with automatic
				  pressure-relief valves; valves shall be opened manually at least once a week to
				  determine that they will function properly;
3. Boiler installations shall be provided
				  with acceptable safety devices to protect against hazards of flame outs, fuel
				  interruptions, and low water level; and
4. Blowoff valves shall be piped outside the
				  building and shall have outlets so located or protected that persons passing
				  by, near, or under them will not be scalded.
Statutory Authority
§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of
						the Code of Virginia.