Section 690-506 - Inspections(a) Administrative.--An agent or employee of the department may do any of the following:(1) Inspect a mine, property, building, premises, place, book or record.(2) Secure physical evidence. This paragraph includes photography and videography.(3) Conduct tests. This paragraph includes taking samples.(b) Warrant.--It shall be sufficient probable cause for a court of competent jurisdiction to issue a search warrant if the department establishes all of the following: (1) The action under subsection (a) is pursuant to the department's general inspection of mines and investigations at mines.(2) The agent or employee: (i) has reason to believe that there has been a violation of this act, a regulation under this act or any approval, standard or order under this act of the department has occurred or may occur; or(ii) has been refused access or been prevented from taking action under subsection (a).2008, July 7, P.L. 654, No. 55, §506, effective in 180 days [ 1/5/2009].