Proximity Detection Systems for Continuous Mining Machines in Underground Coal Mines
mine-safety · Mine Safety and Health Administration · Published 2015-01-15 · Effective 2015-03-16 · 80 FR 2188
Document
Document number
2015-00319
Federal Register citation
80 FR 2188
CFR reference
30 CFR 75
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
mine-safety
Sub-agency
Mine Safety and Health Administration
Publication date
2015-01-15
Effective date
2015-03-16
DOL docket
Docket No. MSHA-2010-0001
Abstract
The Mine Safety and Health Administration's (MSHA) final rule requires underground coal mine operators to equip continuous mining machines, except full-face continuous mining machines, with proximity detection systems. Miners working near continuous mining machines face pinning, crushing, and striking hazards that result in accidents involving life-threatening injuries and death. This final rule strengthens protections for miners by reducing the potential for pinning, crushing, or striking accidents in underground coal mines.