# KRS § 352.040: 352.040 Working places not to be driven in advance of air current

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_KY_TXXVIII_C352_S352.040

## Section

- **Citation:** KRS § 352.040
- **Heading:** 352.040 Working places not to be driven in advance of air current
- **Jurisdiction:** Kentucky
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** KY Code / Title XXVIII / Chapter 352 / Section 352.040

## Text

352.040 Working places not to be driven in advance of air current.

If the mine inspector discovers any working place being driven in advance of the air

current contrary to the requirements of this chapter he shall notify the mine foreman to

cease work in the place at once and not resume such work until the law is complied with.

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