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MSHA Requests Comments on Information Collection for Sealing Abandoned Mine Areas

The Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is seeking public input on its information collection requirements for sealing abandoned areas in underground coal mines. - Government Buyer: - Department of Labor - Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) - Purpose: - Request for comments on the information collection process related to the sealing of abandoned mine areas - Focus on ensuring proper seal design, monitoring, and recordkeeping to prevent hazardous gas migration - Requirements: - No products, OEMs, or vendors are specified - No procurement of goods or services is requested - Emphasis on regulatory compliance, information reporting, and safety procedures - Notable Details: - The request is part of a pre-clearance consultation under the Paperwork Reduction Act - Seeks feedback from the public and industry stakeholders - Covers requirements for seal design approval, atmosphere monitoring, recordkeeping, and training - No contract, purchase, or acquisition is involved in this notice

Description

The Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is requesting public comments on the information collection titled "Sealing of Abandoned Areas." This collection aims to ensure the proper design, monitoring, and maintenance of sealed abandoned areas in underground coal mines to prevent the migration of explosive or toxic gases into active working areas, thereby protecting miners. The standards include requirements for seal design approval, monitoring sealed atmospheres, recordkeeping, and training related to sealing abandoned areas. Comments are sought to assess the burden and utility of the information collection and to improve its clarity and effectiveness.

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