Search Results for keywords:"safety conditions"

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Search Results: keywords:"safety conditions"

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  • 2021-02020 — Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Vision
    Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 7769
    Reading Time:about 24 minutes

    The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), part of the Department of Transportation, has decided to renew vision requirement exemptions for 53 commercial motor vehicle drivers. These exemptions allow the drivers to operate their vehicles despite not meeting vision requirements in one eye. This decision is based on evidence showing they can drive safely under these conditions. The exemptions are valid for two years, and each driver must continue to meet specific health and safety conditions to keep their exemption.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is saying it's okay for 53 truck drivers who can't see well in one eye to keep driving big trucks. They checked and found that these drivers can still drive safely like this.

  • 2024-30941 — Proposed Extension of Information Collection; Ground Control for Surface Coal Mines and Surface Work Areas of Underground Coal Mines
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 105633
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    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.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is asking people to share their thoughts on how to keep coal mines safe, especially the parts above ground. They want to make sure that getting this information is not too hard or confusing for those involved.