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  • 2024-29028 — Petition for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory Safety Standards
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 99911
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    Rockwell Mining, LLC has submitted a petition to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) seeking a change in the application of existing safety standards at their Eagle #3 Mine in West Virginia. They request the use of two specific respirators, the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800, which are not MSHA-approved, arguing these provide necessary protection and comfort for miners in hot conditions. The company proposes an alternative method, including specific training, inspection, and maintenance protocols, to ensure safety levels equivalent to existing standards. The petition indicates that these measures will expand respirator options and maintain miner safety without reducing current safety standards.

    Simple Explanation

    Rockwell Mining wants to use special air masks for their workers that are not officially approved yet but promise to keep them cool and safe while working. They believe their plan will still protect everyone as much as the old rules do, even though they’re trying something a little different.

  • 2025-06722 — Petition for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory Safety Standards
    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 16560
    Reading Time:about 11 minutes

    The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) received a petition from Wolf Run Mining, LLC, to modify existing safety standards for their Leer South Mine in West Virginia. Wolf Run Mining wants permission to use alternative respiratory protection equipment, the 3M Versaflo TR-800 and CleanSpace EX Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs), instead of currently approved devices. The company argues that these new devices provide the same level of safety because they are lighter and have features suitable for a mining environment, despite not being MSHA-approved as permissible. The proposed change includes specific safety and training measures to ensure the equipment's safe use, including regular inspections and training for workers on the new equipment.

    Simple Explanation

    Wolf Run Mining asked for a rule change so they can use different safety masks that are lighter and easier to wear in their mine. But there's a concern because these new masks aren't officially approved, and using them might make safety rules a bit tricky for the workers to follow.