Illinois Statutes Chapter 225. Professions,Occupations and Business Operations § 705/27.01. Gassy mines

§ 27.01. In all mines in this State which are classified as gassy by the State Mine Inspector, and where coal is broken down by the use of explosives, a sufficient number of first class miners, who are citizens of the United States or lawfully admitted for permanent residence, shall be designated and employed as drillers and shooters or shot firers. The duties of the drillers and shooters or shot firers shall be to prepare permissible explosives for breaking down coal in a safe, practical and workmanlike manner, and to fire or detonate the same.