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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 11308
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The National Cancer Institute is holding several meetings to discuss grant applications and contract proposals. These meetings will be closed to the public to protect confidential information, such as trade secrets and personal data. The meetings will take place in March and May 2021 at the National Cancer Institute in Rockville, Maryland, using telephone conference calls. Contact information for the scientific review officers in charge of each meeting is provided for those needing further details.

    Simple Explanation

    The National Cancer Institute is having secret meetings to talk about giving out money for cancer research. They're keeping the meetings private to make sure no secret information is shared.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9930
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) received a petition from Blue Diamond Coal Co. seeking to modify existing safety standards to allow specific types of powered air purifying respirators (PAPRs) in certain mining areas. The company requested permission to use the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800 PAPRs, which are not MSHA-approved but are claimed to be intrinsically safe. These respirators offer continuous airflow and may better protect miners, including those with facial hair, from harmful dust than the current equipment. The proposal includes specific training and safety checks to ensure the devices' safe use.

    Simple Explanation

    Blue Diamond Coal Co. asked if they could use special air masks, called PAPRs, in their mines to help workers breathe better and stay safe. These masks aren't the usual ones approved by safety experts, but the company thinks they are safe and work well, even for people with beards.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 99302
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    Rockwell Mining, LLC has submitted a petition to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) to modify an existing safety standard. They propose using two types of Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) that are not currently approved by MSHA, arguing these devices offer equivalent protection and comfort compared to the existing standards. The company believes this modification will provide better options for respiratory protection, especially for miners with facial hair or those unable to wear tight-fitting masks. All interested parties are invited to submit comments on this petition by January 9, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    Rockwell Mining wants to use special air masks in the mines that aren't currently allowed, saying these masks are just as safe and comfortable as the ones that are allowed, especially for miners with beards. Everyone can share their thoughts about this plan until January 9, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9916
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has received a petition from Blue Diamond Coal Co. requesting a modification to safety standards for using certain respirators in mines. The company wishes to use unapproved power purifying respirators near specific mining areas, arguing these provide better protection and comfort for miners, especially those unable to wear tight-fitting masks. The petition outlines safety procedures and training plans for the proposed respirators. Comments on this petition are open until March 21, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) got a request from Blue Diamond Coal Co. to use special, comfy air masks in mines that aren't officially approved, saying they're safer and comfier for workers who can't use tight masks. People can share their thoughts about this idea until March 21, 2025.

  • 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.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9923
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has received a petition from Blue Diamond Mining, LLC, to modify a safety standard for using unapproved Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) in specific areas of their mine. They wish to allow the use of certain PAPRs, like the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800, which are not approved by MSHA but are considered safe by the manufacturer. The company argues that these respirators offer effective and comfortable protection, especially for workers with facial hair or those unable to wear tight-fitting respirators. The proposed modification includes detailed inspection, training, and maintenance protocols to ensure safety measures are upheld.

    Simple Explanation

    A company wants to use special masks in their mine that are comfy and work well, but these masks haven't been officially approved by the safety bosses. They promise to check and clean the masks a lot and teach the workers how to use them safely.

  • 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.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 96681
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has received a petition from Kanawha Eagle Mining, LLC, seeking to modify existing safety standards for their Winchester Peerless Rachel Mine in West Virginia. The company wants to use specific Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) as alternative safety equipment, which are not currently approved by MSHA but are deemed intrinsically safe by the manufacturers. They argue that these PAPRs provide better protection and comfort for miners, especially those with facial hair who find it difficult to use standard respirators. The proposal includes specific guidelines for training, inspection, and usage of the PAPRs to ensure miner safety.

    Simple Explanation

    The mining company wants to use new safety masks that are more comfy for miners with beards but haven't been fully approved by the usual safety watchdogs. They promise to teach miners how to use them right so everyone stays safe.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 99287
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) received a petition from Rockwell Mining, LLC, seeking permission to use certain unapproved powered air purifying respirators (PAPRs) in their mine. These respirators, including the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800, offer benefits like airflow comfort and suitability for miners with facial hair. Rockwell Mining argues these devices provide equal or better protection than currently approved options. The request also includes conditions like equipment inspection, miner training, and specific battery safety measures. Comments on the petition are open until January 9, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    Rockwell Mining wants to use special masks in their mine that are not officially approved yet, saying they help miners breathe better, especially if they have beards. They promise to keep the equipment safe and teach the miners how to use them, and people can say what they think about this idea until January 9, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 96683
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    Kanawha Eagle Mining, LLC has submitted a petition to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) to modify existing safety standards at its North Eagle Mine in West Virginia. They want approval to use two types of powered air purifying respirators (PAPRs) that are not currently MSHA-approved but are deemed intrinsically safe. These respirators include the 3M Versaflo TR-800 and CleanSpace EX. The company argues that these PAPRs will provide miners with better respiratory protection, particularly for those with facial hair who struggle with fit requirements of other masks, and they propose thorough training and inspection protocols to ensure safety. The public can comment on this petition until January 6, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    Kanawha Eagle Mining in West Virginia wants permission to use special air masks that aren't currently approved, thinking they'll protect workers' breathing better, especially those with beards. People can give their thoughts on this idea until January 6, 2025.