Glen Alum Mine Seeks Bureaucratic Safety Rule Adjustment
Published Date: 4/3/2026
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Summary
Marfork Coal Company wants to change some safety rules at their Glen Alum Tunnel mine. They say their new plan will keep miners just as safe but might be easier or better to follow. If you have thoughts, speak up by May 4, 2026—this could affect how safety rules are applied and might save time or money.
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Allow Battery-Powered PAPRs at Glen Alum
Marfork Coal Company asks MSHA to modify 30 CFR 75.500(d) for the Glen Alum Tunnel Mine so miners may use a battery-powered powered air purifying respirator (PAPR) — the 3M Versaflow TR-800-HIK motor/blower and battery — as an alternative method of compliance. The company says the PAPR provides a constant flow of air for respiratory protection and comfort in warm working conditions and argues that forbidding it would diminish safety. MSHA is accepting comments on the petition through May 4, 2026.
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