A. The state mine inspector shall:
(1) adopt rules requiring each mine operator to prepare an emergency notification plan for its operations and, upon the inspector's approval of the plan, shall retain a copy of each mine operator's emergency notification plan at the emergency operations center; and
(2) establish and maintain the mine accident emergency operations center as the primary state government communications center for dealing with mine accidents that:
(a) provides emergency assistance and response coordination for mine accidents or emergencies; and
(b) is accessible twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, at a statewide telephone number established and designated by the inspector.
B. Upon receipt of an emergency call regarding an accident, as defined in Section 69-5-17 NMSA 1978, the mine accident emergency operations center shall immediately notify the state mine inspector, who will ensure that the emergency notification plan for the appropriate mine is complied with.
C. In the event of an accident or recovery operation in or about a mine, the state mine inspector may coordinate the assignment of mine rescue teams to assist with needed rescues.
History: Laws 2006, ch. 102, § 1 and Laws 2006, ch. 106, § 1.
Duplicate laws. — Laws 2006, ch. 102, § 1 and Laws 2006, ch. 106, § 1, both effective March 7, 2006, enacted identical new sections.
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