PART XVIII EXCAVATION, UNDERGROUND WORK AND ROCK CRUSHING — Diesel engines underground
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(1) Where diesel engines are used underground, mechanical ventilation shall effectively ventilate all work areas.
415(2)
Where a diesel engine is used
415(a)
it shall be equipped with suitable exhaust-gas conditioners which are properly maintained and regularly serviced; inspection and certification of each shift for the condition of the diesel engine and exhaust-gas conditioner;
415(b)
gasoline or other highly volatile fuels shall not be used with a starting mechanism or device; gas inspection tests made for carbon monoxide and nitrogen dioxide, including the time and location of tests;
415(c)
instructions shall be issued to all workers to shut down all engines immediately where ventilation ceases to function, and to keep the engines shut down until ventilation is again made effective; and at least once a week, or where directed by the officer, the volume of ventilating air delivered to each underground heading;
415(d)
a fire suppression system, suitable for extinguishing oil fires shall be provided for each engine. tests for combustible gas, including location, time and results as directed by an officer;
415(3)
Tests for carbon monoxide and nitrogen dioxide shall be conducted by a qualified person at least weekly.
415(4)
Where a diesel engine operates underground, records shall be maintained and be accessible to all workers concerned and shall include
415(e)
an unusual occurrence of findings or action; and
415(f)
the signature of the worker recording each entry.
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