§ 33.93. Fencing.
(a) The top of each shaft and each slope, if dangerous, as well as every intermediate level or lift of the shafts and slopes, shall be securely fenced off by railings and toeboards as specified in Chapter 47, Subchapter G (relating to railings, toeboards, open-sided floors, platforms, and runways). The railings shall be provided with a hinged or sliding gate to permit the passage of men and material.
(b) Each abandoned slope, shaft, air hole, drift or other mine opening at the surface shall be properly fenced around or across its entrance. The fence shall be not less than 4 feet in height and signs marked, ‘‘Dangerous—Keep Out’’ shall be placed on it.
(c) Undergound entrances to any places not being worked or extended shall be fenced or roped over the whole width so as to prevent persons from inadvertently entering such places. Signs marked, ‘‘Dangerous—Keep Out’’ shall be placed on them.
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