Coal Mines Breathe Easier with Ventilation Plan Reviews
Published Date: 1/24/2025
Notice
Summary
The Department of Labor wants to keep underground coal mines safe by checking ventilation plans and tests. Mine operators need to share updated info to help prevent accidents. They’re asking for public feedback before finalizing the rules, so everyone has a chance to weigh in—no big costs or delays expected.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Safety Checks for Coal Miners
The Department of Labor says it will check ventilation plans, tests, and examinations to help keep underground coal mines safe. These checks are intended to protect miners by identifying ventilation issues in underground coal mines.
Mine Operator Information Duty
If you operate an underground coal mine, you will need to provide updated ventilation plans, tests, and examination information to the Mine Safety and Health Administration as part of an information-collection request submitted to OMB. The notice says public comments are invited and that no big costs or delays are expected from this paperwork change.
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