⛏️Petition for Modification of Safety Standards by MSHA
This notice is a summary of a petition for modification submitted to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) by Patton Mining, LLC.
Learn More⛏️Canyon Fuel Company Petitions for Modification of Mining Safety Standards
This notice is a summary of a petition for modification submitted to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) by Canyon Fuel Company, LLC.
Learn More⚒️Petition for Modification of Mining Safety Standards by Patton Mining
This notice is a summary of a petition for modification submitted to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) by Patton Mining, LLC.
Learn More⚒️Petition for Modification
This notice is a summary of a petition for modification submitted to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) by Canyon Fuel Company, LLC.
Learn More⚖️Sunshine Act Meeting for Federal Mine Safety Commission - July 2025
The Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission announces an open meeting to hear arguments related to the case of Secretary of Labor vs. GMS Mine Repair & Maintenance, Inc., addressing significant legal and safety compliance issues that may impact the mining sector. Interested parties needing accommodations are encouraged to communicate their requirements in advance.
Learn More💡Proposed Rule to Remove Photometer Requirement in Mining Safety Regulations
MSHA proposes to revise title 30 of the Code of Federal Regulations (30 CFR) part 75 by removing requirements for methods in measuring luminous intensity with a photometer. Removing this provision would provide greater flexibility in measurement procedures while maintaining protection for miners.
Learn More⚒️MSHA Proposes Removal of Outdated Trolley Safety Regulations
MSHA is proposing to remove and revise provisions for metal and nonmental (MNM) mines and coal mines regarding the use of trolleys for transportation of mined ore, coal, material, and personnel. Trolleys are an outdated technology that have been replaced by more efficient belt conveyor haulage systems for transporting mined ore and coal. Diesel and battery-operated mobile equipment are now used to transport personnel and equipment. Trolleys are no longer used in MNM or coal mines and there is no anticipated future use of this legacy equipment in MNM and coal mines.
Learn More⛏️Proposed Rule to Rescind Drilling Safety Requirements by MSHA
MSHA is proposing to rescind requirements for the maintenance of drill equipment and inspection of drilling areas before starting drilling operations at surface metal and nonmetal mines. Removing these provisions would not reduce protections afforded to miners because the requirements are duplicative and covered elsewhere in 30 CFR part 56.
Learn More⚒️Proposed Deregulation for Blacksmith Shops in Mining Operations
MSHA is proposing to revise 30 CFR part 57 to remove outdated requirements regarding blacksmith shops located at surface metal and nonmetal mines. Removal of this standard would not result in a reduction of safety protection for miners at surface metal and nonmetal mines.
Learn More⛏️Final EIS for Spring Valley Mine Project by BLM Available Now
In compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended (NEPA), and the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976, as amended (FLPMA), the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announces the availability of the final environmental impact Statement (EIS) for the proposed Spring Valley Mine Project.
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