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RIN: 1219-AB12

Publication ID: Spring 2001

Title: Respirable Crystalline Silica Standard
Abstract: Our current regulations set limits for respirable coal dust when crystalline silica is present. We are also aware of many conditions that result in worker overexposure to silica. This overexposure will result in the development of silicosis in some workers. Therefore, we are currently evaluating recommendations of the Secretary of Labor's Advisory Committee on the Elimination of Pneumoconiosis Among Coal Mine Workers to determine which one, or combination of recommendations, will most effectivly reduce worker overexposure to silica. We are considering rulemaking to implement relevant recommendations.
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 70.101 et seq 30 CFR 90.101 et seq 30 CFR 71.101 et seq 30 CFR 72.101 et seq
Legal Authority: 30 USC 811 30 USC 813

Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action	Date	FR Cite
NPRM	08/00/2001

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