25 Pa. Code § 88.312 - Coal refuse disposal: site inspection
(a) The coal refuse disposal area shall be
inspected for stability by a registered engineer or other qualified specialist
experienced in the construction of earth and rock fill embankments at least
quarterly throughout construction and during the following critical
construction periods: removal of all organic material and topsoil; placement of
underdrainage systems; installation of surface drainage systems; placement and
compaction of fill materials; and revegetation. The registered engineer or
other qualified professional specialist shall provide to the Department a
certified report within 2 weeks after each inspection that the fill has been
constructed as specified in the design approved by the Department . A copy of
the report shall be retained at the coal refuse disposal site.
(b) If any inspection discloses that
potential hazard exists, the Department shall be informed promptly of the
findings and the actions to abate the potential hazard.
(c) If any inspection discloses that an
eminent danger exists, the Department shall be informed promptly of the
findings and of the emergency procedures formulated for public protection and
remedial action. The permittee shall immediately notify the appropriate
emergency agencies and residences immediately downstream of the affected
area .
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