MSHA
MSHA: Miners continue to die in rollover accidents
The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) issued a safety alert this month because of recent vehicle rollover accidents, noting that miners died when vehicles flipped over backward, rolled over or tipped over on their side. Keep Reading
Reducing risks around conveyor systems
With powered haulage fatalities at a 15-year high, the Mine Safety & Health Administration is promoting best safety practices with equipment – including conveyor systems. Keep Reading
What’s ahead with MSHA on powered haulage?
With fatal powered haulage accidents this year already up over 2020, the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) will likely be developing a related rule for operators. Keep Reading
MSHA reemphasizes safety tied to powered haulage
The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) shared several best practices for surface operations following a series of fatal 2021 powered haulage accidents. Keep Reading
New look at the test for discrimination
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a decision that could signal a major shift in the way Mine Safety & Health Administration discrimination cases are litigated. Keep Reading
Pair of fatalities characterized as powered haulage accidents
Nine miners have died this year, based on the latest details from the Mine Safety & Health Administration. The agency classified the last two incidents as powered haulage accidents. Keep Reading
Inspector general’s findings introduce new pressures on MSHA enforcement
The inspector general’s recent criticism of Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) violation abatement oversight could haunt mine operators. Ogletree Deakins' Bill Doran and Margo Lopez explain why. Keep Reading
A few legal considerations on MSHA’s COVID-19 guidance
Operators should familiarize themselves with current guidance and watch for Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) updates, write Ogletree Deakins' Bill Doran and Margo Lopez. Keep Reading
MSHA opens Brookwood-Sago grant program for 2021
The Mine Safety & Health Administration's (MSHA) 2021 grants selection process will put special consideration on programs focusing on powered haulage, as well as other areas of mining. Keep Reading
