Federal Register #12190116

MSHA Seeks Comments on Extension of Electric Equipment Examination and Testing Recordkeeping

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), part of the Department of Labor, is requesting public comments on the proposed extension of its information collection requirements for electric equipment examinations and testing in underground coal mines. - Government Buyer: - Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned in this notice - Products/Services Requested: - Collection and maintenance of records related to: - Examinations, tests, repairs, and calibrations of electric equipment and circuit breakers - High-voltage and low/medium-voltage circuit breakers - Automatic circuit interrupting devices for trolley wires - Compliance with various 30 CFR safety standards - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Frequent examinations by qualified personnel - Detailed recordkeeping of all inspections, tests, repairs, and calibrations - Adherence to federal safety regulations for underground coal mine electrical systems - Records support safety evaluations and accident investigations

Description

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is soliciting public comments on the extension of the information collection related to examinations and testing of electric equipment in underground coal mines. This collection ensures that coal mine operators conduct examinations and tests of electric equipment and circuit breakers according to safety standards to prevent unsafe conditions. The information supports evaluation of electrical maintenance programs and provides data for accident investigations. The collection includes records of examinations, tests, repairs, and calibrations of various electric equipment and circuit breakers.

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