Department of Energy
Department of Energy
Rules and Regulations Governing Blasting in Surface Mining Operations
[4 VAC 25 ‑ 110]
Chapter Information
| Description | The regulation ensures that blasting performed in conjunction with coal mining is performed safely and efficiently. It serves to protect miners, persons living close to mines, and property from fly rock and other hazards associated with blasting. |
| State Authority | Virginia Code Sections 45.1-161.3 , 45.1-161.254 , 45.1-161.286 |
| Federal Authority | None entered |
| Exempt from APA | No, changes to this chapter are subject to the Administrative Process Act. |
| Text of Regulation | Link to Virginia Administrative Code |
| Goals of Regulation |
1. To provide for the safety of persons at the mine by reducing the risk of accident or injury from blasting in surface coal mines. 2. To protect off-site property from damage caused by blasting in surface coal mines. 3. To encourage more productive coal mines. |
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Contact Information
| Name / Title: | Michael Skiffington / Regulatory Coordinator |
| Address: |
Department of Energy 1100 Bank Street, 8th Floor Richmond, VA 23219-3402 |
| Email Address: | mike.skiffington@energy.virginia.gov |
| Telephone: | (804)692-3212 FAX: (804)692-3237 TDD: (800)828-1120 |
| Current Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| None | ||
| Past Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Regulatory action to reflect agency name change and recodification of Title 45.1 | Fast-Track | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 03/31/2022. |
| Periodic Reviews | ||
| Last Activity | Status | |
|---|---|---|
| 7/30/2020 Agency Completed | Retain As Is | |
| 9/8/2015 Agency Completed | Retain As Is | |
| 7/14/2011 Agency Completed | Retain As Is | |
| 9/28/2007 Agency Completed | Retain As Is | |