Article

Timbering

225 ILCS 705/30.01— The operator of every mine shall see that necessary and proper supports are provided for the roof in all working places, and in all entries and air courses where men are required to travel to and from any working place, and shall see that all such places underground are properly supported
225 ILCS 705/30.02— At or near working faces, each operator shall provide props, roof bolts, caps, or other timbers for the proper securing of all working places
225 ILCS 705/30.03— Timbers removed by mining machinery, blasting operations, or for any other reason, shall be promptly replaced for adequate protection
225 ILCS 705/30.04— Every employee exposed to hazards from falls of coal or rock shall examine the roof, rib, and face before starting work in a working place, unless such place has been examined by competent and experienced personnel just prior to his commencing work in such place
225 ILCS 705/30.05— Loose top and overhanging or loose face shall be either taken down or properly timbered