§ 77.502. Signs and markers.
(a) The operator shall identify the operation for the duration of the surface mining activities by posting and maintaining a sign which will be clearly visible at the junction of each haul road and the public highway. The sign shall be constructed of a durable, weather resistant material and shall be of a minimum size of 2 feet by 3 feet (60.96 centimeters by 91.44 centimeters) with a light background and contrasting letters and numbers of a minimum height of 1 1/2 inches (3.81 centimeters) that may be easily seen and read. The sign shall show the name of the operator conducting the surface mining activities, the telephone number of the operator and the identification number of the current permit authorizing noncoal mining activities. The sign shall be erected within 60 days after permit issuance.
(b) The operator shall erect perimeter markers where required by the Department.
(c) If blasting is conducted as part of the operation, the person who conducts the surface mining activities shall post and maintain signs and markers as required by § 77.564 (relating to surface blasting requirements).
Source The provisions of this § 77.502 adopted March 16, 1990, effective March 17, 1990, 20 Pa.B. 1643; amended January 30, 1998, effective January 31, 1998, 28 Pa.B. 619. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (198740).
Cross References This section cited in 25 Pa. Code § 77.301 (relating to procedures for assessment of civil penalties).
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