Philip K. Kontul | Pit & Quarry

Philip K. Kontul

Philip K. Kontul is with the national labor, employment and safety law firm Ogletree Deakins. He can be reached at philip.kontul@ogletree.com.

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Ten tips for MSHA inspections

Published Mar 11, 2026

Philip Kontul of Ogletree Deakins provides a few pointers to help you navigate Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) inspections. Keep Reading

Aggregate producers may see rulemaking on powered haulage safety in 2020, perhaps incorporating requirements for deploying new tech into current safety standards. Photo: P&Q Staff

MSHA in 2025 and what’s ahead next year

Published Nov 24, 2025

Ogletree Deakins’ Philip K. Kontul reviews key Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) developments from the past year and what may shape the agency in 2026. Keep Reading

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Ten tips for MSHA inspections

MSHA in 2025 and what’s ahead next year

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