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  • 2024-29500 — Petition for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory Safety Standards
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 101638
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) received a petition from Rockwell Mining, LLC to modify safety regulations regarding equipment used at their Coal Branch No. 2 Mine in West Virginia. The company seeks permission to use two types of Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs), which are not MSHA-approved, because they believe these PAPRs offer better respiratory protection and comfort for miners, especially those with facial hair or who cannot wear tight-fitting respirators. The proposal outlines detailed training, inspection, and maintenance guidelines to ensure safety and compliance. Public comments on the petition are to be submitted by January 15, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    Rockwell Mining asked for special permission to let their workers use certain air masks that aren't officially approved for their mine work because they think these masks work better and are comfier, especially for people with beards. They also have a plan to teach everyone how to use and take care of these masks safely.

  • 2025-02773 — Petition for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory Safety Standards
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9920
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    Blue Diamond Mining, LLC has submitted a petition to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) seeking to modify existing safety regulations. They propose using certain powered air purifying respirators (PAPRs), which are not currently MSHA-approved, near pillar workings or longwall faces in their Bear Branch 2 mine in Kentucky. The company argues that these PAPRs offer effective and comfortable protection against coal dust and are necessary as other approved options are unavailable. They commit to training miners, maintaining safety records, and inspecting equipment to ensure safety compliance.

    Simple Explanation

    Blue Diamond Mining wants to use special air masks to keep workers safe from coal dust, even though these masks are not officially approved for use in mines. They promise to teach workers how to use them safely and keep a close eye on everything to make sure everyone stays protected.

  • 2024-28885 — Petition for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory Safety Standards
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 99284
    Reading Time:about 12 minutes

    Consol Pennsylvania Coal Company, LLC submitted a petition to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) requesting permission to use specific non-permissible battery-powered vibration analyzers and data collectors at the Bailey Mine in Pennsylvania. The issue arose because these devices were needed to replace older equipment that was no longer available, as there were no new MSHA-approved devices on the market. The company argues that using these devices does not compromise the safety of miners, as they are compliant with other international safety standards. The petition outlines various safety measures and training protocols that Consol will follow to ensure safe operation of the equipment in potentially hazardous mining environments.

    Simple Explanation

    Consol Pennsylvania Coal Company wants permission to use new gadgets in their mine because the old ones are no longer made. They promise these new gadgets are safe and follow world safety rules, but some grown-ups are asking if they really are as safe or if they're just trying to save money.