SB 883
Providing director of WV Office of Miners’ Health, Safety and Training discretion and authority in certain appointments
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House of Delegates
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill amends West Virginia code to give the Director of the Office of Miners’ Health, Safety, and Training more authority in appointing key personnel within the mining industry. Specifically, it grants the director discretion in selecting mine inspectors, surface mine inspectors, mine safety instructors, and electrical inspectors, allowing them to determine eligibility and qualifications through testing and other methods. The bill also outlines procedures for maintaining a register of qualified candidates and addresses the removal of inspectors for cause.
Key provisions
- The Director of the Office of Miners’ Health, Safety, and Training has full discretion in appointing mine inspectors, including determining testing and qualifications.
- The Director must divide the state into regions for inspector assignments and maintain a register of qualified candidates.
- The register must contain at least three qualified candidates before an appointment can be made.
- Mine safety instructors must meet specific eligibility requirements, including experience in coal mines and certifications.
- Electrical inspectors also require specific experience and qualifications, with a higher passing grade requirement on examinations.
- The Director has authority to remove inspectors for cause, subject to a hearing process.
- Inspectors must take an oath of office and cannot have conflicts of interest.
- The bill abolishes the Mine Inspectors’ Examining Board and transfers its duties to the Office of Miners’ Health, Safety, and Training.
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