Cal. LAB § 7973
This is the official text of Cal. LAB § 7973, part of California’s Labor Code — governs wages, workplace safety, and employee rights.
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Official statutory text
In any tunnel or underground mine classified as gassy, all employees shall be informed of any special orders made by the division following an inspection. Such notice shall be given before entering the tunnel or underground mine. A copy of any orders subsequently written by the division shall be posted and all employees shall be notified at a safety meeting called by the safety representative before they are permitted to start work.
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