⚒️MSHA Proposes Rule on Electronic Surveying Equipment in Mines
Electronic Surveying Equipment in Underground Coal Mines
Summary
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is extending the comment period on the proposed rule titled, "Electronic Surveying Equipment in Underground Coal Mines," published in the Federal Register on July 1, 2025, with an established public comment period that is scheduled to end on July 31, 2025. In response to a request for additional time to develop and submit comments on the proposed rule, MSHA is extending the comment period for an additional 30 days, from July 31, 2025, to September 2, 2025.
Agencies
- Labor Department
- Mine Safety and Health Administration
Business Impact
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The document discusses a proposed rule regarding the use of electronic surveying equipment in underground coal mines, which establishes compliance and regulatory requirements for business operations in the mining sector. This necessitates businesses to adapt to new technical specifications and working conditions, impacting operational processes and potential costs.