# Va. Code Ann. § 45.2-511: Appointment and general qualifications of mine inspectors

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_T45.2_SII_PA_C5_A2_S45.2-511

## Section

- **Citation:** Va. Code Ann. § 45.2-511
- **Heading:** Appointment and general qualifications of mine inspectors
- **Jurisdiction:** Virginia
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Virginia Code / Title 45.2 / Subtitle II / Part A / Chapter 5 / Article 2 / Section 45.2-511

## Text

A. Each mine inspector shall be appointed by the Director.

B. Each mine inspector shall (i) be at least 25 years of age, (ii) be of good moral character and temperate habits, (iii) hold a certificate as a mine foreman, and (iv) hold a certificate as a mine inspector issued by the Board.

Code 1950, §§ 45-1 through 45-6; 1954, c. 191; 1966, c. 594, §§ 45.1-3, 45.1-4; 1972, c. 784; 1978, cc. 120, 727; 1981, c. 32; 1984, cc. 184, 337, 590; 1987, Sp. Sess., c. 1; 1994, c. 28 , §§ 45.1-161.18, 45.1-161.19; 1997, c. 390 ; 2021, Sp. Sess. I, c. 387 .

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