General mineral miner certification

Va. Code Ann. § 45.2-1122
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A. Every person beginning work in a mineral mine subsequent to January 1, 1997, shall hold a general mineral miner certificate issued by the Board of Mineral Mining Examiners or the Department. Any person who has worked in a mineral mine in the Commonwealth prior to that date may, but shall not be required to, hold a general mineral miner certificate. B. Each applicant for a general mineral miner certificate shall prove to the Department that he has knowledge of first aid practices and has a general working knowledge of the provisions of the Act and applicable regulations pertaining to mineral mining health and safety. 1997, c. 390 , § 45.1-161.292:28; 2012, cc. 803 , 835 ; 2021, Sp. Sess. I, c. 387 .
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