DOL Reviews Mine Fan Maintenance Record Collection Requirements
Published Date: 1/22/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Labor wants to keep mines safe by making sure mine operators keep their ventilation systems and fans in good shape. They’re asking for public feedback on the paperwork needed to track this, with comments due by February 23, 2026. This helps protect workers without adding extra costs or hassle.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Improved Mine Ventilation Safety
If you work in a mine, this rule requires mine operators to keep ventilation systems and main fans in good working order, aimed at keeping mines safe and protecting workers. The paperwork is part of an MSHA information collection (OMB Control Number 1219-0016) with public comments due February 23, 2026.
Mine Operator Recordkeeping Requirement
If you run a mine, you must install and maintain a properly operating ventilating system and maintain main fans either by following the manufacturer's recommendations or by using a written periodic schedule you develop. The Department of Labor says this information collection affects 186 private-sector respondents, 195 responses, and totals 4,496 annual hours of burden with $0 annual other costs; the OMB Control Number is 1219-0016 and DOL seeks a 3-year approval.
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