Ohio § 1563.41

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 1563.41, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1563.41.

The operator of a mine, before sealing off any abandoned workings, shall obtain the

approval of the deputy mine inspector and the chief of the division of mineral resources

management.  The seals used in sealing off such workings, when approved by the chief, shall be

constructed of not less than eighteen-inch concrete or masonry bulkheads effectively

anchored to the ceiling, ribs, and floor, except where seals are used to seal abandoned

individual panel or room entries, they shall be constructed of concrete or masonry

bulkheads not less than six inches in thickness effectively anchored to the ceiling,

ribs, and floor in a manner approved by the deputy mine inspector and the chief.  All seals are to be bled or drained of gas in a manner approved by the deputy mine

inspector and the chief. No operator of a mine shall refuse or neglect to comply with this section.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 1563.41

What does Ohio Revised Code § 1563.41 cover?

Section 1563.41 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. 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 Ohio § 1563.41?

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