Inspections

(1) The Inspector may inspect a mine at any time. (2) The Inspector shall complete an inspection report writing any infractions, any orders for remedial action and the time limits for compliance within 7 days and shall forthwith provide the manager, the OHSC and any local union with a copy thereof. Inspector’s orders to comply with (3) Where the Inspector is of the opinion that a delay in remedying a hazard would be dangerous to persons or property, the Inspector shall issue an order for immediate remedial action, suspending regular work until the remedial action is taken, or for closing the mine or part of it until remedial action is completed. Inspector’s authority to alleviate danger or remedy pollution. (4) Where the Inspector is of the opinion that work may be necessary in, on, or about a closed or abandoned mine in order to avoid danger to persons or property or to abate pollution of the land and watercourses affected by the mine, the Inspector may enter on or below the surface and may cause work to be done to remove or alleviate the danger or remedy the pollution. Manager’s response to inspection report. (5) The manager shall, within 15 days after receiving the Inspector’s inspection report, submit a written report outlining the remedial steps taken and any outstanding remedial work left to be done and shall forthwith provide a copy of the report to the Inspector and the OHSC. Duty to facilitate Inspector’s work. (6) The owner, occupier, holder, or manager and all persons in, on, or about a mine shall provide the Inspector with every facility necessary for the completion of an inspection or an investigation.