Search Results for keywords:"air-purifying respirators"

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  • 2025-04719 — Petition for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory Safety Standards
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 13203
    Reading Time:about 11 minutes

    The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is reviewing a request from ICG Beckley, LLC to change a safety regulation. Specifically, they want to use newer, unapproved air-purifying respirators (PAPRs) in certain mining areas where older versions were used but have been discontinued. The petition explains why these new devices are safe and why sticking to the old rule could make things less safe for miners. Comments on this request must be sent to MSHA by April 21, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    ICG Beckley, LLC is asking for permission to use new breathing masks in mines because the older ones are no longer available, but these new masks haven't been approved to be safe by the usual standards, which could make it tricky to ensure everyone's safety.

  • 2025-06727 — Petition for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory Safety Standards
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 16565
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    ACNR Holdings, Inc. has submitted a petition to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) requesting a change to existing safety standards for mining equipment. They want to use a new type of air-purifying respirator, the 3M Versaflo TR-800, in their mines to protect workers from dust. The request is specific to certain mines in West Virginia and suggests that the new respirator meets necessary safety requirements for areas with potential methane gas. Miners will be trained to use and maintain the equipment safely.

    Simple Explanation

    ACNR Holdings wants to use a special new mask to keep miners safe while they work, and they say it will work well in certain West Virginia mines. They promise to teach the miners how to use it safely.

  • 2025-02769 — Petition for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory Safety Standards
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9926
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) received a petition from Blue Diamond Coal Co. for a change to the safety standards related to the use of certain air-purifying respirators in coal mines. The petition proposes an alternative method to allow these respirators, which are not MSHA-approved, to be used if they meet other safety requirements. The company argues that the respirators will offer strong protection and comfort for miners, especially those who have difficulty using traditional masks. MSHA is accepting public comments on this petition until March 21, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    Blue Diamond Coal Co. wants to use special breathing masks in mines that haven't been officially approved for use, and they're asking if they can do this since they believe the masks will help miners breathe better. The Mine Safety and Health Administration is asking people to share their thoughts on this idea by March 21, 2025.