1 Jul 2025
⛏️MSHA Proposes Changes to Miner Training Regulations
Training and Retraining of Miners
Summary
MSHA proposes to revise its regulations to eliminate provisions that allow District Managers to require changes in, or additions to, training programs. The current regulations appear to violate statutory authority; the Appointments Clause, by vesting significant regulatory authority in District Managers; and the Administrative Procedure Act (APA), by skipping notice and comment related to undesignated and unpredictable requirements.
Agencies
- Labor Department
- Mine Safety and Health Administration
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The proposed regulation by MSHA affects compliance and regulatory requirements for mine operators regarding training programs. It aims to reduce arbitrary costs associated with the currently broad discretionary powers of District Managers, directly impacting business operations and planning efficiency.