28 Aug 2025
⛏️DOL Notice on Fire Protection Information Collection for Mines
Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Underground Coal Mine Fire Protection
Summary
The Department of Labor (DOL) is submitting this Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)-sponsored information collection request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA). Public comments on the ICR are invited.
Agencies
- Labor Department
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The text outlines compliance and regulatory requirements affecting underground mine operators regarding fire protection plans and emergency procedures. The requirement for quarterly drills and record-keeping directly impacts operational costs and compliance efforts, making it significant for business owners in the mining industry.