MSHA Simplifies Electric Rules for Dry Coal Seams
Published Date: 7/1/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
MSHA wants to update rules for electric gear used in coal seams above the water table by removing some old requirements. This change won’t make mining any less safe but will simplify things for miners and companies. The update affects miners and mining companies and aims to save time and money without cutting corners on safety.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Remove Electric Gear Requirement Above Water Table
MSHA proposes to change 30 CFR part 75 by removing federal requirements that miners and companies use permissible electric face equipment in coal seams above the water table. The agency says removing these rules will simplify compliance and save time and money for miners and mining companies while not reducing protections for miners.
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