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The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) received a petition from Rockwell Mining, LLC, to modify safety standards for their Eagle #3 Mine in West Virginia. The company seeks approval to use specific powered air purifying respirators (PAPRs) near pillar workings or longwall faces, arguing these provide at least the same level of safety as current MSHA standards. The new equipment offers better protection for miners, especially those unable to use tight-fitting masks. Comments on the petition can be submitted through various channels until January 10, 2025.

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) received a petition from Rockwell Mining, LLC, to allow the use of certain powered air purifying respirators (PAPRs) in specific areas of a mine, such as near pillar workings or longwall faces. These PAPRs, which include the CleanSpace EX and the 3M Versaflo TR-800s, are not MSHA-approved, but the petitioner claims they are intrinsically safe and offer better protection and comfort in hot conditions. The company proposes a detailed alternative method for ensuring safety, including training, inspections, and compliance with specific maintenance requirements. The notice invites public comments on the petition until January 15, 2025.

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) received a petition from Rockwell Mining, LLC, seeking to modify an existing safety standard at the Flying Eagle Mine in West Virginia. The company wants approval to use specific powered air purifying respirators (PAPRs) that are not MSHA-approved but are deemed intrinsically safe. They argue that these PAPRs provide better comfort and protection in hot conditions, especially for miners with facial hair. The company has outlined a detailed training and inspection plan to ensure these PAPRs are used safely.

A petition for modification was submitted to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) by Rockwell Mining, LLC, requesting changes to safety standards at the Gateway Eagle Mine in West Virginia. The petition seeks to use certain Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs), which are not MSHA-approved, to provide miners with more protective and comfortable respiratory options. The proposal includes using specific products like the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800 PAPRs and outlines their safe usage and maintenance. Comments on this petition are invited and must be submitted by January 9, 2025.

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has received a petition from Kanawha Eagle Mining, LLC, requesting a modification of existing safety standards for their North Eagle Mine in West Virginia. The modification seeks permission to use certain Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) that are not currently approved by MSHA, such as the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800, to provide miners with additional respiratory protection options. The petitioner asserts that these PAPRs are intrinsically safe and offer protection at least equal to current standards, especially for miners with facial hair who cannot use traditional respirators. The proposal includes specific safety measures and training requirements to ensure the equipment is used safely.

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) received a petition from Kanawha Eagle Mining, LLC, requesting a change to current safety standards. The petition seeks to use the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800 Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) that are not currently MSHA-approved, but provide an alternative method of protection for miners. These PAPRs offer constant airflow and are said to be more comfortable, particularly for miners who have facial hair or cannot wear tight-fitting respirators. The proposed modification includes specific conditions for training, maintenance, and use to ensure safety is not compromised.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is considering a new rule to allow geostationary satellites in the fixed-satellite service (FSS) to use the 17.3-17.8 GHz band in a space-to-Earth direction, which could improve satellite communications in the U.S. The proposal includes technical safeguards to prevent interference with existing services, like broadcasting and fixed services. The FCC is also suggesting updates to relevant rules, defining an extended Ka-band, and easing the licensing process for satellite operations in these frequencies. They invite comments from the public and industry stakeholders to ensure that the changes balance innovation with protecting current users of the spectrum.

The document details several filings received by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission concerning electric corporations, exempt wholesale generators, and electric rate applications. Companies like Imperial Valley Solar, Acorn I Energy Storage, and Florida Power & Light Company submitted various amendments, applications, or notices related to energy operations and regulations. Interested parties must submit comments or file petitions for intervention or protest by specified deadlines to have their concerns considered in these proceedings. The filings can be accessed through the Commission's eLibrary, and further details are available on their website.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is asking for public comments on its approved information collections, including FERC-725G, which deals with reliability standards for the bulk-power system. These collections focus on maintaining and ensuring the reliability of the electrical grid, such as identifying and correcting system mis-operations, under voltage load shedding, and maintenance of protection systems. The agency aims to gather comments on aspects such as the necessity and utility of the information, how the collection could be improved, and ways to reduce the burden on respondents. Comments are due by April 16, 2025, and the procedures for submission are clearly laid out.

In this notice, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the Department of Energy announced several filings related to exempt wholesale generator status and electric rate filings. Various energy companies, like Old 300 Storage Center LLC and Buckeye Plains Solar Project LLC, submitted compliance filings and tariff amendments for Commission review. These filings include requests for extensions of affiliate restriction waivers and updates to market-based rate tariffs. Interested parties have until specific dates in February 2025 to submit comments or requests to intervene in these proceedings.