Opportunity
Federal Register #1219-0049
MSHA Seeks Comments on Hoist Operators' Physical Fitness Information Collection
Buyer
Mine Safety and Health Administration
Posted
July 27, 2026
Respond By
September 25, 2026
Identifier
1219-0049
NAICS
926150
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), under the Department of Labor, is seeking public input on extending its information collection for hoist operators' physical fitness. - Government Buyer: - Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is a regulatory information collection, not a product or service procurement - Products/Services Requested: - Annual certification and filing of medical examinations for hoist operators at metal and nonmetal mines - No part numbers or physical products are specified - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Mine operators must ensure hoist operators undergo annual medical exams to certify physical fitness for hoisting duties - Requirements are based on federal regulations (30 CFR 56.19057 and 57.19057) - Public comments are requested on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection, as well as suggestions for improvement - Purpose: - To promote miner health and safety by verifying the physical capability of hoist operators
Description
The Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is requesting public comments on the proposed extension of the information collection titled 'Hoist Operators' Physical Fitness.' This collection ensures that hoist operators at metal and nonmetal mines are physically capable of safely performing their tasks to reduce risks to themselves and others. The information collection involves certifying and filing annual medical examinations of hoist operators as required by regulations. Comments are sought to evaluate the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the collection and to suggest improvements.