---
kind: "section"
citation: "30 C.F.R. § 75.604"
title: "30"
number: "75.604"
heading: "Permanent splicing of trailing cables."
url: "https://uscodex.org/cfr/30/75.604"
---

# §75.604. Permanent splicing of trailing cables.


When permanent splices in trailing cables are made, they shall be:

- (a) Mechanically strong with adequate electrical conductivity and flexibility;
- (b) Effectively insulated and sealed so as to exclude moisture; and
- (c) Vulcanized or otherwise treated with suitable materials to provide flame-resistant qualities and good bonding to the outer jacket.
- (d) **Made using splice kits accepted or approved by MSHA as flame resistant.**

## Notes

### Amendments

[35 FR 17890, Nov. 20, 1970, as amended at 57 FR 61223, Dec. 23, 1992]

### Authority

Authority: 30 U.S.C. 811, 813(h), 957.

### Source

Source: 35 FR 17890, Nov. 20, 1970, unless otherwise noted.

### Amendments

[35 FR 17890, Nov. 20, 1970, as amended at 57 FR 61223, Dec. 23, 1992]