| Agency |
Department of Natural Resources |
| Phone |
217.782.6791 |
| URL |
www.dnr.state.il.us |
| Job Description |
An individual who manages the day to day activities of the mine, plans long range operational needs of the mine, and is responsible for the health and safety of the workers at a metal/nonmetal mine. |
| Statute |
Fluorspar and Underground Limestone Act 225 ILCS 710/19 |
| Type of Regulation |
Certification |
| Number Regulated |
NA |
| Age |
24 (Must be 18 years old to work in or around any mine area.) |
| Education/Experience |
- Four (4) years of experience; or
- Two (2) years of experience if the person holds a degree from an accredited engineering school; and,
- Pass an examination.
|
| Exam |
Metal Mine Foreman |
| Exam Type |
Written/oral |
| Administered |
NA |
| Exam Fee |
None |
| Passing Criteria |
75% |
| Repeats |
6 months |
| Continuing Education |
No requirement |
| Citizenship |
U.S. citizen |
| Other |
|
| Note |
Licensure requirements, licensure fees, examination fees and exam administration are subject to change. |
| Application Fee |
NA |
| License Fee |
|
| Renewal Fee |
NA |
| Reinstatement Fee |
NA |
| License Period |
No expiration |
| Reciprocity/Endorsement |
No |
