California § 7985 - All such testing device or devices shall be U.S. Bureau of Mines approved or acce

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 7985 — All such testing device or devices shall be U.S. Bureau of Mines approved or acce, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 7985. All such testing device or devices shall be U.S. Bureau of Mines approved or acce

All such testing device or devices shall be U.S. Bureau of Mines approved or acceptable to other authorities recognized by the division and shall automatically sound an alarm and activate flashing red signals visible to employees underground whenever the concentration of gases or vapors reaches or exceeds permissible levels. Permissible levels may be established lower than the limits set in division rules, regulations, or general orders whenever a division inspector considers such action necessary to make the operation safe for employees.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 7985

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 7985 cover?

Section 7985 ("All such testing device or devices shall be U.S. Bureau of Mines approved or acce") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite California § 7985?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 7985" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of California law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.

How does California § 7985 apply to my situation?

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