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The U.S. Department of Labor is updating the civil monetary penalties it can impose, based on inflation, as part of the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act. This requires an annual review and adjustment of penalty amounts to ensure they keep pace with inflation. These updates are set to take effect on January 15, 2021, and apply to penalties assessed after this date. Different divisions within the Department, such as Occupational Safety and Health Administration and Mine Safety and Health Administration, are involved in overseeing these changes, which aim to maintain their deterrent effect.

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), part of the Department of Labor, is seeking public comments on an information collection related to "Main Fan Operation and Inspection" in certain types of mines. This effort aims to reduce paperwork and improve data collection practices while ensuring the safety of mine workers. The information collected will help monitor mine ventilation systems to identify and address dangerous conditions promptly. Public comments are encouraged and must be submitted by February 25, 2025, through various methods, including https://www.regulations.gov.

The U.S. Department of Labor issued a final rule to adjust civil monetary penalties for inflation, as required by the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act. This rule, effective January 15, 2025, ensures that penalties keep up with inflation, applying a cost-of-living adjustment multiplier based on changes in the Consumer Price Index. The adjustments apply to penalties assessed after the effective date, maintaining the penalties' deterrent effect. This regulation does not consider public comments due to the non-discretionary nature of the inflation adjustments mandated by the Act.

The Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is seeking public comments on its information collection efforts regarding the use of explosive materials and blasting units in specific mines. The focus is on Category III metal and nonmetal mines, which are considered potentially gassy and require safe blasting practices. MSHA wants feedback on the necessity of the information collected, its burden on respondents, and methods to improve data quality and submission efficiency. Public comments will help MSHA reassess and potentially extend the current data collection practices.

The Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) invites the public to comment on an information collection request regarding ground control in coal mines and surface work areas of underground coal mines. This effort aims to ensure mine operators maintain safe conditions in highwalls, pits, and spoil banks. The goal is to minimize reporting burdens and enhance the clarity and utility of the information collected. Comments must be submitted by February 25, 2025, through the Federal e-Rulemaking Portal or by mail.

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has updated its regulations for testing and approving electric motor-driven equipment in gassy mines. The new rules allow manufacturers to use eight ANSI-approved standards for safety, which can replace some specific MSHA requirements but offer flexibility while maintaining safety. These changes are intended to encourage the use of innovative technology in mines and make the approval process more efficient for manufacturers. The rule becomes effective on January 9, 2025.