§ 40-2-204. Coal Miner Certification Panel created -- Duties.


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  • (1) There is created within the office the "Coal Miner Certification Panel."
    (2) The panel consists of:
    (a) the commissioner or the commissioner's designee; and
    (b) at least eight other members appointed by the commissioner with equal representation and participation from:
    (i) management of coal mine operations; and
    (ii) hourly coal mining employees.
    (3) A member appointed by the commissioner shall:
    (a) have at least five years' experience in coal mining in this state;
    (b) administer the certification test to an applicant referred to in Section 40-2-402;
    (c) consult with the commission about applicant qualifications specified in Section 40-2-402;
    (d) meet when directed by the commissioner or the commissioner's designee; and
    (e) hold office at the pleasure of the commissioner.
    (4) A member may not receive compensation or benefits for the member's service, but may receive per diem and travel expenses in accordance with:
    (a) Section 63A-3-106;
    (b) Section 63A-3-107; and
    (c) rules made by the Division of Finance pursuant to Sections 63A-3-106 and 63A-3-107.
Amended by Chapter 286, 2010 General Session