Federal Register #2026-16898

Request for Public Comment on Waiver Applications for Surface Sanitary Facilities in Coal Mines

This opportunity is a request for public comment from the Department of Labor's Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) regarding information collection for waivers of surface sanitary facilities requirements in coal mines. - Government Buyer: - Department of Labor - Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) - Purpose: - Seeking feedback on the process for coal mine operators to apply for waivers related to surface sanitary facilities - Facilities include bathing facilities, clothing change rooms, and sanitary flush toilet facilities - Requirements: - Operators unable to meet these facility requirements may submit detailed waiver applications to the District Manager - Public is invited to comment on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of the information collection - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is a regulatory information collection, not a procurement - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Focused on regulatory compliance and waiver application procedures - Emphasis on public feedback for improving the information collection process

Description

The Department of Labor (DOL) is submitting an information collection request sponsored by the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. This request pertains to the application for waiver of surface sanitary facilities requirements for coal mines, including bathing facilities, clothing change rooms, and sanitary flush toilet facilities. Coal mine operators who cannot meet these requirements may apply for a waiver by submitting an application to the District Manager of the district where the mine is located. Public comments on this information collection are invited until September 18, 2026.

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