Title 45.2. Mines, Minerals, and Energy
Chapter 11. Mineral Mine Safety Act
§ 45.2-1112. Technical specialists.
The Director may appoint technical specialists in the areas of roof control, electricity, ventilation, and other mine specialties. Each technical specialist shall have all the qualifications of a mine inspector plus any specialized knowledge required in his field. A technical specialist shall advise the Director and mine operators in the areas of his specialty and shall have the power of an inspector to issue a closure order only in a case of imminent danger.