Marfork Coal Requests Easier Mine Safety Compliance Method
Published Date: 4/3/2026
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Summary
Marfork Coal Company asked to change some mine safety rules at their Glen Alum Tunnel mine. They want to use a different way to keep miners safe that works just as well but might be easier or cheaper. Everyone has until May 4, 2026, to share their thoughts before a decision is made.
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Mine Seeks OK for Battery PAPRs
Marfork Coal Company asked MSHA to change 30 CFR 75.507-1(a) so miners at the Glen Alum Tunnel Mine in Raleigh County, West Virginia could use a 3M Versaflow TR-800-HIK powered air‑purifying respirator (PAPR) motor/blower and battery as an alternative method of compliance. The company says the PAPR gives a constant airflow that helps respiratory protection and comfort, and notes that currently no battery‑powered respirators meet applicable MSHA permissibility. MSHA is accepting public comments on the petition through May 4, 2026.
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