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MSHA proposes delay of rule on metal, non-metal mine examinations; seeks comment
- March 28, 2017
- Posted by: Sage Shield Safety Consultants
- Category: Overseas Occupational Health And Safety News
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Arlington, VA – The Mine Safety and Health Administration is proposing to delay until July 24 the effective date of a final rule intended to improve pre-shift examinations of metal and non-metal mines. The rule was scheduled to go into effect on May 23. MSHA is seeking the delay “to assure that mine operators and
MSHA extends comment period for proposed rule on proximity detection systems
- February 10, 2017
- Posted by: Sage Shield Safety Consultants
- Category: Overseas Occupational Health And Safety News
Arlington, VA – The Mine Safety and Health Administration has extended the comment period for a proposed rule that would require underground coal mine operators to equip coal-hauling machines and scoops with proximity detection systems. The devices would assist in reducing the risk of pinning, crushing and striking incidents that miners encounter, MSHA says. Comments
