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  2. Title 30 - Mineral Resources
  3. Chapter I - Mine Safety and Health Administration, Department of Labor
  4. Subchapter K - Metal and Nonmetal Mine Safety and Health
  5. Part 57 - Safety and Health Standards—Underground Metal and Nonmetal Mines
  6. Subpart J - Travelways and Escapeways
  7. Subject Group - Escapeways—Underground Only
  8. 30 CFR § 57.11055
30 CFR § 57.11055
Inclined escapeways
May 28, 2026
CFR

§ 57.11055 Inclined escapeways.

Any portion of a designated escapeway which is inclined more than 30 degrees from the horizontal and that is more than 300 feet in vertical extent shall be provided with an emergency hoisting facility.

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