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DOL/MSHA | RIN: 1219-AB65 | Publication ID: Spring 2015 |
Title: Proximity Detection Systems for Continuous Mining Machines in Underground Coal Mines | |
Abstract:
This final rule addresses hazards that miners face when working near continuous mining machines in underground coal mines. Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has concluded, from investigations of accidents involving continuous mining machines and other reports, that action is necessary to protect miners. Continuous mining machines can pin, crush, or strike a miner working near the equipment. Proximity detection technology can prevent these types of accidents. The final rule would strengthen the protection for underground coal miners by reducing the potential of pinning, crushing, or striking hazards associated with working close to continuous mining machines. |
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Agency: Department of Labor(DOL) | Priority: Other Significant |
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda | Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Actions |
Major: No | Unfunded Mandates: No |
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 75.1732 | |
Legal Authority: 30 U.S.C. 811 |
Legal Deadline:
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Statement of Need: Mining is one of the most hazardous industries in this country. Miners continue to be injured or killed resulting from pinning, crushing, or striking accidents involving mobile equipment. Equipment is available to help prevent accidents that cause debilitating injuries and accidental death. |
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Summary of the Legal Basis: Promulgation of this standard is authorized by section 101(a) of the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977, as amended by the Mine Improvement and New Emergency Response Act of 2006. |
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Alternatives: No reasonable alternatives to this regulation would be as comprehensive or as effective in eliminating hazards and preventing injuries. |
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Anticipated Costs and Benefits: MSHA will develop a regulatory economic analysis to accompany the final rule. |
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Risks: The lack of proximity detection systems on continuous mining machines in underground coal mines contributes to a higher incidence of debilitating injuries and accidental deaths. |
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No | Government Levels Affected: None |
Small Entities Affected: Businesses | Federalism: No |
Included in the Regulatory Plan: Yes | |
RIN Information URL: www.msha.gov/reginfo.htm | Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov |
RIN Data Printed in the FR: No | |
Related RINs: Related to 1219-AB78 | |
Agency Contact: Sheila McConnell Director, Office of Standards, Regulations and Variances Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration 201 12th Street South, Room 4E401, Arlington, VA 22202-5452 Phone:202 693-9440 Fax:202 693-9441 Email: mcconnell.sheila.a@dol.gov |