Bill Doran
Providing guidance on MSHA’s PRO Good Guidance rule
Ogletree Deakins' Bill Doran and Margo Lopez explain why mine operators and industry stakeholders should review posted Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) guidance documents and evaluate if changes are necessary. Keep Reading
Expect MSHA to continue with its strong enforcement approach
The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) has been active on both the enforcement and rulemaking fronts under the Trump administration, setting a course that it's likely to keep for the foreseeable future. Keep Reading
Why remote MSHA enforcement is serious
The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) has employed technology to remotely conduct some enforcement procedures, and mine operators should treat the investigations with the same seriousness and preparation that would be accorded an in-person investigation. Keep Reading
Examining the refined test for ‘S&S’ violations
For inspectors, whether a citation is going to be S&S often comes down to a simple assessment of hazard exposure and injury level. Keep Reading
Doran & Lopez: What to expect from MSHA in the new normal
As the industry shifts into a long-term recovery, producers must consider several factors when it comes to how they interact with Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) officials – and vice versa. Keep Reading
Returning to work in a new world
In the new mining environment, operators are confronted with a series of challenges to reassure their people that the workplace is safe. Keep Reading
Managing hazard complaint inspections
While a hazard complaint inspection may resemble a regular inspection, operators need to be aware of the differences between the two, writes Ogletree Deakins' Bill Doran and Margo Lopez. Keep Reading
Doran & Lopez: How mining responded swiftly to the crisis
Ogletree Deakins’ Bill Doran and Margo Lopez applaud the mining industry for their ability to adapt on the fly and rapidly implement new policies and procedures during the coronavirus pandemic. Keep Reading
Coming to grips with MSHA’s enforcement of structural integrity
There has been an uptick in enforcement efforts related to structural integrity over the past six to seven years, due in large part to some high-profile structural failures at mines around the country. Keep Reading
