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  • 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: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 100547
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has received a petition from Rockwell Mining, LLC, requesting a modification to current safety standards. The petition concerns the use of unapproved Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) at the Flying Eagle Mine in West Virginia. The company proposes using alternative respirators, which they claim offer safety and comfort benefits over existing options, although these devices are not MSHA-approved. The petition outlines that the proposed changes will maintain miner safety and includes detailed conditions for their use, inspection, and maintenance.

    Simple Explanation

    A mining company wants to use a new kind of mask to help miners breathe better while working, but these masks haven't been officially approved yet. Before they can try them out, the company needs special permission, and they must show these masks will keep the miners just as safe.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9921
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    In a petition submitted to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), Blue Diamond Coal Co. seeks to modify safety standards to allow the use of specific Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) that are not currently MSHA-approved. They argue that these devices, the CleanSpace EX and the 3M Versaflo TR-800, are intrinsically safe and provide continuous airflow for respiratory protection in harsh conditions. The company believes that offering these PAPRs will give miners additional options for respiratory protection and comfort, especially for those who have difficulty with fit requirements. The petition outlines detailed procedures and safety checks to ensure the PAPRs' safe use, ensuring they provide no less protection than existing standards.

    Simple Explanation

    Blue Diamond Coal Co. asked for permission to use new breathing masks for miners that aren't officially approved yet because they think these masks work well and keep miners safe. They believe that using these masks might make it easier and more comfortable for miners to breathe while they work, even though some people might worry about trying something not yet fully approved.

  • 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:86 FR 8348
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has published several filings related to changes in the status of various energy companies, compliance filings, and requests for tariff and rate schedule adjustments. These include notices from companies like Southern California Edison, J.P. Morgan Ventures Energy, and Entergy Arkansas, among others. The document also includes details about companies such as Pegasus Wind, LLC, and Lake Lynn Generation, LLC, regarding their respective filings. The Commission has opened these submissions for public comments, with deadlines for submissions stipulated alongside each filing, encouraging eFiling through their system.

    Simple Explanation

    The document is telling people about some changes and requests made by energy companies, like changing prices or rules, and the government is asking for people's thoughts and comments on these changes.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8350
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has released a notice about various electric corporate and rate filings. These include applications from multiple companies for authorization or self-certification as exempt wholesale generators and notices about changes in status and compliance filings related to electric rates. The filings are submitted under various docket numbers with specific deadlines for comments from the public or interested parties. The FERC encourages interested individuals to submit their interventions or protests following the Commission's regulations.

    Simple Explanation

    The government has a group that checks on electricity companies, and they've told everyone about different companies asking for permission to do certain things with electricity prices. They want people to say what they think about these requests, and the group will listen to everyone's ideas before making decisions.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 10044
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has received several electric corporate and rate filings. These filings include applications for authorization under the Federal Power Act, notices of tariff amendments, and requests for tariff cancellations from different energy companies like PJM Interconnection, LLC, AEP Texas Inc., and Powervine Energy, LLC. The filing numbers, company names, descriptions, and deadlines for comments are provided in the notice. Interested parties have until the specified comment dates to intervene or protest these proceedings, as per the Commission's regulations.

    Simple Explanation

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has a bunch of energy companies saying they want to change the way they do things or stop doing some things. People can write in if they disagree or have questions, but they have to do it by the deadline.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 95
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) received several filings from various companies related to energy regulation. Some of these filings include a notice of self-certification of exempt wholesale generator status by 59TC 8me LLC and a request for a waiver renewal by Midland Cogeneration Venture Limited Partnership. Additionally, there are multiple filings concerning rate changes and amendments from organizations like PJM Interconnection, L.L.C., and Tyr Energy LLC. The public is encouraged to participate and provide comments or intervene in these proceedings by specified deadlines.

    Simple Explanation

    The government group in charge of energy rules got some forms from different companies, asking for permission to do certain things with energy. People can tell the group what they think about these requests by a certain date.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 3203
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has received several electric rate filings and proposed changes from various applicants, including Sweetland Wind Farm, LLC, and PJM Interconnection, L.L.C. These filings include requests for market power analysis, new service agreements, and tariff amendments. The documents outline the effective dates, filing dates, and deadlines for comments or protests. People interested in participating or learning more about these proceedings can access the filings online or contact FERC for assistance.

    Simple Explanation

    FERC, like a big boss of energy, got papers from companies asking for changes in their electric prices and rules, and people can look at these papers online or ask for help to understand them.