Where MSHA enforcement and leadership are headed
With some change already underway at the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA), Ogletree Deakins’ Margo Lopez offers a look at what’s coming next.
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A common-sense approach to MSHA jurisdiction
The Federal Mine Safety & Health Review Commission recently held that the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) does not have jurisdiction to inspect equipment located off mine property, even if it is sometimes used at a mine.
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Why remote MSHA enforcement is serious
The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) has employed technology to remotely conduct some enforcement procedures, and mine operators should treat the investigations with the same seriousness and preparation that would be accorded an in-person investigation.
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Producers discuss ‘One MSHA’ initiative, mine inspections
Producers in the industry share their thoughts on the “One MSHA” initiative, their experiences and if the nature of mine inspections has shifted.
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New tech to modernize MSHA inspections
The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) initiated the deployment of a mobile inspection application system to enhance the efficiency of mine inspectors.
Read MoreHow to handle the closeout conference
The best strategy for a closeout conference, like an inspection, depends on a lot of factors.
Read MoreMSHA releases July inspection results
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) released its July impact inspection results, which […]
Read MoreWalk-around denied
An MSHA inspector arrives at your operation and asks if you’ll accompany him during an inspection. A representative […]
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