MSHA’s Proposed Powered Haulage Rule: The comments are in…now what?

22/11/2021 20 min Episodio 3
MSHA’s Proposed Powered Haulage Rule: The comments are in…now what?

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Episode Synopsis

Most operators aware of MSHA’s Proposed Rule on mobile and powered haulage equipment at surface mines and surface areas of underground mines for both metal/non-metal and coal.  We encouraged operators and trade associations to file comments regarding the rule – and they did!  This podcast episode discusses the rulemaking process and what to expect in a final rule now that MSHA has over 40 comments on the proposed rule.  We evaluate some of the more significant comments to the proposed rule and even drop a quick update regarding the nomination of an Assistant Secretary of Labor for MSHA.