Violation Vigilance: Mines Must Keep Logging Pattern of Infractions
Published Date: 5/29/2025
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Summary
The Mine Safety and Health Administration wants to keep collecting info about companies with repeated safety problems. This helps spot trouble spots and keep miners safe. They’re asking for public feedback to make sure the process stays clear and doesn’t waste time or money.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
MSHA Keeps Tracking Repeat Violators
The Mine Safety and Health Administration will continue collecting information called Pattern of Violations about companies with repeated safety problems. This data is used to spot trouble spots and help keep miners safe.
Agency Seeks to Reduce Paperwork Burden
The Department of Labor and MSHA are asking for public comments to make sure the Pattern of Violations information collection minimizes paperwork, time, and financial costs for respondents. If you run or represent a mine operator, the agency is seeking input to keep the process clear and reduce respondent burden.
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