OAR 141-071-0655: Suspension of Operation

Upon the occurrence of any of the following events, the Director may issue an order suspending operations under a mining lease executed by the Division: (1) Violation of the regulatory requirement of the Oregon State Department of Geology and Mineral Industries, the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, the Division of Employment, Bureau of Labor, Workmen’s Compensation Board, Public Utility Commissioner, Department of Revenue or other authority having jurisdiction, in excess of 30 days after notice in writing from any such agency, except that requirements undergoing further consideration or reconsideration by such agency, or appeal to the courts of such agency’s decision, shall allow continued operation of the leased premises. (2) Any violation of the terms and conditions of a mining lease which, in the judgment of the Director, jeopardizes the environment, public health, welfare, or safety of the State of Oregon.