Determining when MSHA is inspecting or investigating
Although the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) makes regular inspections of mine sites, operators should be sure to manage an agency investigation differently.
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What qualifies as ‘advance notice’ under the Mine Act?
Ogletree Deakins’ Bill Doran and Margo Lopez examine what qualifies as “advance notice” according to the Mine Safety & Health Administration.
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MSHA’s airborne contaminant enforcement on the rise
Operators may want to consider a few safety measures in light of the Mine Safety & Health Administration’s recent silica enforcement initiative announcement.
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Doran & Lopez: How mining responded swiftly to the crisis
Ogletree Deakins’ Bill Doran and Margo Lopez applaud the mining industry for their ability to adapt on the fly and rapidly implement new policies and procedures during the coronavirus pandemic.
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How MSHA is responding to the coronavirus
Although the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) continues to perform mandatory inspections, the agency is encouraging inspectors to work in cooperation with operators on site due to the circumstances created by the coronavirus.
Read More2015 fatality overview, avoiding injuries in the future
Mining deaths were at a record low in 2015. Twenty-eight people died across the mining industry, with 17 […]
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