2026-15134NoticeWallet

Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Hoist Operators' Physical Fitness

Published Date: 7/27/2026

Notice

Summary

The Department of Labor (DOL), as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, conducts a pre- clearance consultation program for all information collections, to provide the public and Federal agencies with an opportunity to comment on proposed collections of information, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. This program helps to ensure that requested data can be provided in the desired format, reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of collection requirements on respondents can be properly assessed. The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is soliciting comments on the information collection titled "Hoist Operators' Physical Fitness."

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.

Annual Medical Exam for Hoist Operators

If you work as a hoist operator at a metal or nonmetal (MNM) mine, you must have a medical examination by a qualified, licensed physician within the preceding 12 months and the physician must certify your fitness to operate the hoist. The certification must be kept available at the mine under 30 CFR 56.19057 and 57.19057.

Recordkeeping and Paperwork Burden on Mines

MSHA's information collection on hoist operators' fitness affects businesses: 437 annual respondents and 437 annual responses, with an annual time burden of 15 hours and annual recordkeeping costs of $193,056. MSHA is requesting an extension of the existing collection (OMB Control No. 1219-0049) without change.

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Key Dates

Published Date
Comments Due
7/27/2026
9/25/2026

Department and Agencies

Department
Independent Agency
Agency
Labor Department
Mine Safety and Health Administration
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