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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 S - Miscellaneous
  7. 30 CFR § 57.20031
30 CFR § 57.20031
Blasting underground in hazardous areas
May 28, 2026
CFR

§ 57.20031 Blasting underground in hazardous areas.

In underground areas where dangerous accumulations of water, gas, mud, or fire atmosphere could be encountered, persons shall be removed to safe places before blasting.

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