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    1. Obtain a Water Quality Management Permit (Water Permit) - Form ER-BWQ 15 Rev. 3/77. Bureau of Water Quality Management. Phone: (717) 787-9646.
    2. Mine Subsidence Permit, California District Office, 25 Technology Drive, California Technology Park, Coal Center, PA 15423. Phone: (724) 769-1100.
    3. Coal Refuse Disposal Permit; Division of Solid Waste Management; Phone: (717) 787-7381.
    4. Strip Mine License and Bond; Bureau of Surface Mine Reclamation; Phone: (717) 787-4827. (If it is necessary to strip for deep openings).
    5. Notify Mine Inspector.
    6. Notify New Stanton Bureau of Mine Safety (Bituminous). Phone: (724) 404-3139.
    7. Discuss the following with the Mine Inspector and procure written approval of the Director of the Bureau of Mine Safety:
      • Roof Control Plan
      • Mine Electrical System
      • Safety Zones
      • Ventilation Plans
      • Approval of Electrical Equipment
      • Mining Methods and Plans
      • Plan for Drainage
      • Execute all necessary paper work and submit to the District Mine Inspector