Coal Mines Ditch Old Foam Rules for Safer, Simpler Operations
Published Date: 6/30/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
MSHA wants to update rules about foam generator systems in underground coal mines by removing old, unnecessary requirements. This change won’t reduce safety for miners but will make the rules clearer and easier to follow. Mine operators should get ready for these updates, which aim to keep things safe without extra hassle or cost.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Miners' Foam-System Safety Preserved
If you work in an underground coal mine, MSHA is proposing to remove outdated rules about installing foam generator systems but says the change would not reduce safety protections for miners. The rule change covers revisions to 30 CFR part 75 related to those foam systems.
Operators: Outdated Installation Rules Removed
If you operate an underground coal mine, MSHA proposes to revise 30 CFR part 75 to remove outdated installation requirements for foam generator systems. MSHA indicates the updates are intended to keep things safe without adding extra cost or hassle, and mine operators should prepare for the regulatory change.
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