The mine operator shall at all times during the operation of the mine have a person on the ground with authority over all branches and phases of the operation of the mine during the time he is on duty. Provided, however, that nothing herein contained shall prevent the owner or operator from personally having such charge of the mine, provided he can qualify under all other provisions of this act.
§ 69-27-2 NMSA 1978
[Presence of official with complete authority required.]
Laws 1933, ch. 153, § 195; 1941 Comp., § 67-2002; 1953 Comp., § 63-20-2.
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