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DOL/MSHA RIN: 1219-AB01 Publication ID: Fall 2000 
Title: Electrical Standards for Metal and Nonmetal Mines 
Abstract: Electricity is used widely in the mining industry to power mining equipment, transport material and people, and for other purposes. Our records show that accidents occur from inadequate or improper equipment grounding. We are considering rulemaking to specify the proper equipment grounding. 
Agency: Department of Labor(DOL)  Priority: Other Significant 
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Stage 
Major: No  Unfunded Mandates: No 
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 56    30 CFR 57   
Legal Authority: 30 USC 811   
Legal Deadline:  None
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM  04/00/2001    
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined  Government Levels Affected: None 
Federalism: No 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
Agency Contact:
Marvin W. Nichols Jr.
Director, Office of Standards
Department of Labor
Mine Safety and Health Administration
Room 2352, 1100 Wilson Boulevard, Room 2350,
Arlington, VA 22209
Phone:202 693-9440
Fax:202 693-9441
Email: nichols-marvin@dol.gov