Pennsylvania Statutes Title 52 P.S. Mines and Mining § 27.7-1. Definitions

As used in this act:

“Emergency medical technician” means a coal mine employee who has successfully completed the course on emergency first-aid care and transportation of the sick and injured recommended by the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons or the equivalent thereof, and has been certified by the Department of Health to provide emergency care.

“Emergency medical technician paramedic” means a person who has been certified by the Department of Health to provide emergency medical treatment.

“Mine” means any surface or underground coal mine as defined in the Federal Coal Mine Health and Safety Act of 1969, Public Law 91-173, § 3(h), 30 U.S.C. § 802(h).