1 Jul 2025
⚒️Regulatory Proposal for Conveyor Belt Approval in Underground Mines
Improving and Eliminating Regulations; Approved Conveyor Belts in Underground Coal Mines
Summary
MSHA is proposing to revise 30 CFR part 75 by removing outdated requirements for the approval process for conveyor belts used in underground coal mines. These revisions would streamline the current requirements for underground coal operators while maintaining the same level of protections for miners who work with such equipment.
Agencies
- Labor Department
- Mine Safety and Health Administration
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The proposed rule revision to 30 CFR Part 75 streamlines requirements for conveyor belt approval in underground coal mines, reducing compliance burdens for operators while maintaining miner protections. This may lead to lower operational costs and improved efficiency in the coal industry.