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for hazardous conditions at the
projected location of the well, notify the
District Manager, and take reasonable
measures to locate the well, including
visual observation/inspection or
through survey data. Mining may
resume if the well is located and no
hazardous conditions exist. If the well
cannot be located, the mine operator
shall work with District Manager to
resolve any issues before mining
resumes.
(18) The provisions of this petition do
not impair the authority of
representatives of MSHA to interrupt or
halt the well intersection and to issue a
withdrawal order when they deem it
necessary for the safety of the miners.
MSHA may order an interruption or
cessation of the well intersection and/or
a withdrawal of personnel by issuing
either a verbal or written order to that
effect to a representative of the mine
operator. Operations in the affected area
of the mine may not resume until a
representative of MSHA permits
resumption. The mine operator and
miners shall comply with verbal or
written MSHA orders immediately. All
verbal orders shall be committed to
writing within a reasonable time as
conditions permit.
(19) A copy of the decision and order
shall be maintained at the mine and
available to the miners.
(20) If the well is not plugged to the
total depth of all minable coal seams
identified in the core hole logs, any coal
seams beneath the lowest plug will
remain subject to the barrier
requirements of 30 CFR 75.1700, should
those coal seams be developed in the
future.
(21) All necessary safety precautions
and safe practices according to Industry
Standards and required by MSHA
regulations and State regulatory
agencies having jurisdiction over the
plugging site will be followed to provide
the upmost protection to the miners
involved in the process.
(22) All miners involved in the
plugging or re-plugging operations will
be trained on the contents of the
decision and order prior to starting the
process, and a copy of the decision and
order will be posted at the well site
until the plugging or re-plugging has
been completed.
(23) Mechanical bridge plugs should
incorporate the best available
technologies that are either required or
recognized by the State regulatory
agency and/or oil and gas industry.
(24) Within 30 days after the decision
and order becomes final, the mine
operator shall submit proposed
revisions for its approved 30 CFR part
48 training plan to the District Manager.
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These proposed revisions shall include
initial and refresher training on
compliance with the terms and
conditions stated in the decision and
order. The mine operator shall provide
all miners involved in well intersection
with training on the requirements of the
decision and order prior to mining
within 150 feet of the well intended to
be mined through.
(25) The responsible person required
under 30 CFR 75.1501 (Emergency
evacuations) is responsible for well
intersection emergencies. The well
intersection procedures should be
reviewed by the responsible person
prior to any planned intersection.
(26) Within 30 days after the decision
and order becomes final, the mine
operator shall submit proposed
revisions for its approved mine
emergency evacuation and firefighting
program of instruction required under
30 CFR 75.1502. The mine operator will
revise the program of instruction to
include the hazards and evacuation
procedures to be used for well
intersections. All underground miners
will be trained in this revised plan
within 30 days of submittal.
The petitioner asserts that the
alternate method proposed will at all
times guarantee no less than the same
measure of protection afforded the
miners under the mandatory standard.
number of the petition in the subject
line of the message.
2. Facsimile: 202–693–9441.
3. Regular Mail or Hand Delivery:
Regular Mail or Hand Delivery: MSHA,
Office of Standards, Regulations, and
Variances, 201 12th Street South, Suite
4E401, Arlington, Virginia 22202–5452,
Attention: Jessica D. Senk, Director,
Office of Standards, Regulations, and
Variances. Persons delivering
documents are required to check in at
the receptionist’s desk in Suite 4E401.
Individuals may inspect copies of the
petition and comments during normal
business hours at the address listed
above. MSHA will consider only
comments postmarked by the U.S.
Postal Service or proof of delivery from
another delivery service such as UPS or
Federal Express on or before the
deadline for comments.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Jessica D. Senk, Office of Standards,
Regulations, and Variances at 202–693–
9440 (voice), Senk.Jessica@dol.gov
(email), or 202–693–9441 (facsimile).
[These are not toll-free numbers.]
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Section
101(c) of the Federal Mine Safety and
Health Act of 1977 and Title 30 of the
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) part
44 govern the application, processing,
and disposition of petitions for
modification.
Jessica Senk,
Director, Office of Standards, Regulations,
and Variances.
I. Background
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Mine Safety and Health Administration
Petitions for Modification of
Application of Existing Mandatory
Safety Standards
Mine Safety and Health
Administration, Labor.
ACTION: Notice.
AGENCY:
This notice is a summary of
three petitions for modification
submitted to the Mine Safety and Health
Administration (MSHA) by the party
listed below.
DATES: All comments on the petitions
must be received by MSHA’s Office of
Standards, Regulations, and Variances
on or before September 16, 2021.
ADDRESSES: You may submit your
comments including the docket number
of the petition by any of the following
methods:
1. Electronic Mail: zzMSHAcomments@dol.gov. Include the docket
SUMMARY:
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Section 101(c) of the Federal Mine
Safety and Health Act of 1977 (Mine
Act) allows the mine operator or
representative of miners to file a
petition to modify the application of any
mandatory safety standard to a coal or
other mine if the Secretary of Labor
determines that:
1. An alternative method of achieving
the result of such standard exists which
will at all times guarantee no less than
the same measure of protection afforded
the miners of such mine by such
standard; or
2. The application of such standard to
such mine will result in a diminution of
safety to the miners in such mine.
In addition, sections 44.10 and 44.11
of 30 CFR establish the requirements for
filing petitions for modification.
II. Petitions for Modification
Docket Number: M–2021–027–C.
Petitioner: Emery County Coal
Resources, Inc., P.O. Box 910, East
Carbon, Utah (ZIP 84520).
Mine: Lila Canyon Mine, MSHA ID
No. 42–02241, located in Carbon
County, Utah.
Regulation Affected: 30 CFR 75.507–
1(a) (Electric equipment other than
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power-connection points; outby the last
open crosscut; return air; permissibility
requirements).
Modification Request: The petitioner
requests a modification of the existing
standard, 30 CFR 75.507–1(a), as it
relates to the use of an alternative
method of respirable dust protection for
miners at the Lila Canyon Mine in Utah.
Specifically, the petitioner is applying
to use the battery-powered CleanSpace
EX and 3M Versaflo TR–800 powered
air purifying respirators (PAPRs) in
return air outby the last open crosscut.
The petitioner states that:
(a) The 3M Airstream Mining
Headgear-Mounted model PAPR
provides a constant flow of filtered air
which results in a reduction of the
miners’ exposure to respirable dust,
thus reducing their health risks.
(b) With discontinuance of the
MSHA-approved 3M Airstream Mining
Headgear-Mounted model PAPR, there
are no other MSHA-approved PAPRs
available.
(c) The use of the CleanSpace EX and
3M Versaflo TR–800 PAPRs will
provide miners in MMU 004–0 with a
constant flow of filtered air which
results in a reduction of the miners’
exposure to respirable dust, thus
reducing their health risks.
(d) The use of the CleanSpace EX and
3M Versaflo TR–800 PAPRs will protect
miners from respirable dust when
working in return air outby the last open
crosscut performing maintenance such
as, but not limited to, un-plugging dust
lines, timbering, or maintaining pumps.
(e) The CleanSpace EX—full or half
mask PAPR is intrinsically safe and is
certified by UL under the ANSI/UL
60079–11 standard to be used in
hazardous locations because it meets the
intrinsic safety protection level. The
unit is acceptable in other jurisdictions
for use in mines with the potential for
methane accumulation. The CleanSpace
EX PAPR is an air filtering, fan assisted
positive pressure mask which is used in
different applications, including high
dust environments. The CleanSpace EX
PAPR is lightweight and compact and
requires no hoses, cables, or beltmounted battery packs. It requires few
replacement parts and no servicing or
maintenance. It is compatible with
personal protective equipment.
(f) The 3M Versaflo TR–800 PAPR is
intrinsically safe and is certified by UL
under the ANSI/UL 60079–11 standard
to be used in hazardous locations. This
unit is acceptable in other jurisdictions
for use in mines with the potential for
methane accumulation. The 3M Versaflo
TR–800 is ergonomically designed for
greater movement in tight work spaces.
It helps protect against certain airborne
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contaminates and has a multi-speed
blower. The PAPR is easy to use and
maintain and has audible and visual
alarms. The 3M Versaflo TR–800 battery
offers a long run time and charges
quickly. The unit has interchangeable
components which will enable the
petitioner to customize the PAPR
system to help meet the needs of their
specific applications.
The petitioner proposes the following
alternative method:
(a) The petitioner will use the
CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR–800
PAPRs in return air outby the last open
crosscut to protect miners from
exposure to respirable dust.
(b) The batteries for the PAPRs will be
charged outby the last open crosscut
when not in operation.
(c) The 3M Versaflo TR–800 batteries
will be charged by the 3M battery
Charger TR–641N or the 3M 4-Station
battery charger TR–644N.
(d) The 3M Versaflo TR–800 PAPR
will only use the 3M TR–830 battery
pack.
(e) Affected miners will be trained in
the proper use and care of the PAPR
units in accordance with manufacturers’
instructions.
(f) The PAPRs will be checked for
physical damage and the integrity of the
case.
(g) If methane is detected in
concentrations of 1.0 percent or more,
procedures in accordance with 30 CFR
75.323 will be followed.
The petitioner asserts that the
alternate method proposed will at all
times guarantee no less than the same
measure of protection afforded the
miners under the mandatory standard.
Docket Number: M–2021–028–C.
Petitioner: Emery County Coal
Resources, Inc., P.O. Box 910, East
Carbon, Utah (ZIP 84520).
Mine: Lila Canyon Mine, MSHA ID
No. 42–02241, located in Carbon
County, Utah.
Regulation Affected: 30 CFR
75.1002(a) (Installation of electric
equipment and conductors;
permissibility).
Modification Request: The petitioner
requests a modification of the existing
standard, 30 CFR 75.1002(a), as it relates
to the use of an alternative method of
respirable dust protection for miners at
the Lila Canyon mine in Utah.
Specifically, the petitioner is applying
to utilize the battery-powered
CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR–800
PAPRs within 150 feet of pillar
workings or the longwall face.
The petitioner states that:
(a) The 3M Airstream Mining
Headgear-Mounted model PAPR
provides a constant flow of filtered air
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which results in a reduction of the
miners’ exposure to respirable dust,
thus reducing their health risks.
(b) With discontinuance of the
MSHA-approved 3M Airstream Mining
Headgear-Mounted model PAPR, there
are no other MSHA-approved PAPRs
available.
(c) The use of the CleanSpace EX and
3M Versaflo TR–800 PAPRs will
provide miners in MMU 004–0 with
constant flow of filtered air which
results in a reduction of miners’
exposure to respirable dust, thus
reducing their health risks.
(d) The use of the CleanSpace EX and
3M Versaflo TR–800 PAPRs will protect
miners from respirable dust when
working within 150 feet of pillar
workings, the longwall face, and the
section faces.
(e) The CleanSpace EX—full or half
mask PAPR is intrinsically safe and is
certified by UL under the ANSI/UL
60079–11 standard to be used in
hazardous locations because it meets the
intrinsic safety protection level. The
unit is acceptable in other jurisdictions
for use in mines with the potential for
methane accumulation. The CleanSpace
EX PAPR is an air filtering, fan assisted
positive pressure mask which is used in
different applications, including high
dust environments. The CleanSpace EX
PAPR is lightweight and compact and
requires no hoses, cables, or beltmounted battery packs. It requires few
replacement parts and no servicing or
maintenance. It is compatible with
personal protective equipment.
(f) The 3M Versaflo TR–800 PAPR is
intrinsically safe and is certified by UL
under the ANSI/UL 60079–11 standard
to be used in hazardous locations. This
unit is acceptable in other jurisdictions
for use in mines with the potential for
methane accumulation. The 3M Versaflo
TR–800 is ergonomically designed for
greater movement in tight work spaces.
It helps protect against certain airborne
contaminates and has a multi-speed
blower. The PAPR is easy to use and
maintain and has audible and visual
alarms. The 3M Versaflo TR–800 battery
offers a long run time and charges
quickly. The unit has interchangeable
components which will enable the
petitioner to customize the PAPR
system to help meet the needs of their
specific applications.
The petitioner proposes the following
alternative method:
(a) The petitioner will use the
CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR–800
PAPRs to protect miners from exposure
to respirable dust.
(b) The batteries for the PAPRs will be
charged outby the last open crosscut
when not in operation.
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(c) The 3M Versaflo TR–800 batteries
will be charged by the 3M battery
Charger TR–641N or the 3M 4-Station
battery charger TR–644N.
(d) The 3M Versaflo TR–800 PAPR
will only use the 3M TR–830 battery
pack.
(e) Affected miners will be trained in
the proper use and care of the PAPR
units in accordance with manufacturers’
instructions.
(f) The PAPRs will be checked for
physical damage and the integrity of the
case.
(g) If methane is detected in
concentrations of 1.0 percent or more,
procedures in accordance with 30 CFR
75.323 will be followed.
The petitioner asserts that the
alternate method proposed will at all
times guarantee no less than the same
measure of protection afforded the
miners under the mandatory standard.
Docket Number: M–2021–029–C.
Petitioner: Emery County Coal
Resources, Inc., P.O. Box 910, East
Carbon, Utah (ZIP 84520).
Mine: Lila Canyon Mine, MSHA ID
No. 42–02241, located in Carbon
County, Utah.
Regulation Affected: 30 CFR 75.500(d)
(Permissible electric equipment).
Modification Request: The petitioner
requests a modification of the existing
standard, 30 CFR 75.500(d), as it relates
to the use of an alternative method of
respirable dust protection at the Lila
Canyon Mine in Utah. Specifically, the
petitioner is applying to utilize the
battery-powered CleanSpace EX and 3M
Versaflo TR–800 PAPRs inby the last
open crosscut.
The petitioner states that:
(a) The 3M Airstream Mining
Headgear-Mounted model PAPR
provides a constant flow of filtered air
which results in a reduction of the
miners’ exposure to respirable dust,
thus reducing their health risks.
(b) With discontinuance of the
MSHA-approved 3M Airstream Mining
Headgear-Mounted model PAPR, there
are no other MSHA-approved PAPRs
available.
(c) The use of the CleanSpace EX and
3M Versaflo TR–800 PAPRs will
provide miners in MMU 004–0 with
constant flow of filtered air which
results in a reduction of miners’
exposure to respirable dust, thus
reducing their health risks.
(d) The use of the CleanSpace EX and
3M Versaflo TR–800 PAPRs will protect
miners from respirable dust when
working inby the last open crosscut.
(e) The CleanSpace EX—full or half
mask PAPR is intrinsically safe and is
certified by UL under the ANSI/UL
60079–11 standard to be used in
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hazardous locations because it meets the
intrinsic safety protection level. The
unit is acceptable in other jurisdictions
for use in mines with the potential for
methane accumulation. The CleanSpace
EX PAPR is an air filtering, fan assisted
positive pressure mask which is used in
different applications, including high
dust environments. The CleanSpace EX
PAPR is lightweight and compact and
requires no hoses, cables, or beltmounted battery packs. It requires few
replacement parts and no servicing or
maintenance. It is compatible with
personal protective equipment.
(f) The 3M Versaflo TR–800 PAPR is
intrinsically safe and is certified by UL
under the ANSI/UL 60079–11 standard
to be used in hazardous locations. This
unit is acceptable in other jurisdictions
for use in mines with the potential for
methane accumulation. The 3M Versaflo
TR–800 is ergonomically designed for
greater movement in tight work spaces.
It helps protect against certain airborne
contaminates and has a multi-speed
blower. The PAPR is easy to use and
maintain and has audible and visual
alarms. The 3M Versaflo TR–800 battery
offers a long run time and charges
quickly. The unit has interchangeable
components which will enable the
petitioner to customize the PAPR
system to help meet the needs of their
specific applications.
The petitioner proposes the following
alternative method:
(a) The petitioner will use the
CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR–800
PAPRs to protect miners from exposure
to respirable dust.
(b) The batteries for the PAPRs will be
charged outby the last open crosscut
when not in operation.
(c) The 3M Versaflo TR–800 batteries
will be charged by the 3M battery
Charger TR–641N or the 3M 4-Station
battery charger TR–644N.
(d) The 3M Versaflo TR–800 PAPR
will only use the 3M TR–830 battery
pack.
(e) Affected miners will be trained in
the proper use and care of the PAPR
units in accordance with manufacturers’
instructions.
(f) The PAPRs will be checked for
physical damage and the integrity of the
case.
(g) If methane is detected in
concentrations of 1.0 percent or more,
procedures in accordance with 30 CFR
75.323 will be followed.
The petitioner asserts that the
alternate method proposed will at all
times guarantee no less than the same
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measure of protection afforded the
miners under the mandatory standard.
Jessica Senk,
Director, Office of Standards, Regulations,
and Variances.
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Mine Safety and Health Administration
Petitions for Modification of Application of Existing Mandatory
Safety Standards
AGENCY: Mine Safety and Health Administration, Labor.
ACTION: Notice.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
SUMMARY: This notice is a summary of three petitions for modification
submitted to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) by the
party listed below.
DATES: All comments on the petitions must be received by MSHA's Office
of Standards, Regulations, and Variances on or before September 16,
2021.
ADDRESSES: You may submit your comments including the docket number of
the petition by any of the following methods:
1. Electronic Mail: [email protected]. Include the docket
number of the petition in the subject line of the message.
2. Facsimile: 202-693-9441.
3. Regular Mail or Hand Delivery: Regular Mail or Hand Delivery:
MSHA, Office of Standards, Regulations, and Variances, 201 12th Street
South, Suite 4E401, Arlington, Virginia 22202-5452, Attention: Jessica
D. Senk, Director, Office of Standards, Regulations, and Variances.
Persons delivering documents are required to check in at the
receptionist's desk in Suite 4E401. Individuals may inspect copies of
the petition and comments during normal business hours at the address
listed above. MSHA will consider only comments postmarked by the U.S.
Postal Service or proof of delivery from another delivery service such
as UPS or Federal Express on or before the deadline for comments.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jessica D. Senk, Office of Standards,
Regulations, and Variances at 202-693-9440 (voice),
[email protected] (email), or 202-693-9441 (facsimile). [These are
not toll-free numbers.]
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Section 101(c) of the Federal Mine Safety
and Health Act of 1977 and Title 30 of the Code of Federal Regulations
(CFR) part 44 govern the application, processing, and disposition of
petitions for modification.
I. Background
Section 101(c) of the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977
(Mine Act) allows the mine operator or representative of miners to file
a petition to modify the application of any mandatory safety standard
to a coal or other mine if the Secretary of Labor determines that:
1. An alternative method of achieving the result of such standard
exists which will at all times guarantee no less than the same measure
of protection afforded the miners of such mine by such standard; or
2. The application of such standard to such mine will result in a
diminution of safety to the miners in such mine.
In addition, sections 44.10 and 44.11 of 30 CFR establish the
requirements for filing petitions for modification.
II. Petitions for Modification
Docket Number: M-2021-027-C.
Petitioner: Emery County Coal Resources, Inc., P.O. Box 910, East
Carbon, Utah (ZIP 84520).
Mine: Lila Canyon Mine, MSHA ID No. 42-02241, located in Carbon
County, Utah.
Regulation Affected: 30 CFR 75.507-1(a) (Electric equipment other
than
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power-connection points; outby the last open crosscut; return air;
permissibility requirements).
Modification Request: The petitioner requests a modification of the
existing standard, 30 CFR 75.507-1(a), as it relates to the use of an
alternative method of respirable dust protection for miners at the Lila
Canyon Mine in Utah. Specifically, the petitioner is applying to use
the battery-powered CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800 powered air
purifying respirators (PAPRs) in return air outby the last open
crosscut.
The petitioner states that:
(a) The 3M Airstream Mining Headgear-Mounted model PAPR provides a
constant flow of filtered air which results in a reduction of the
miners' exposure to respirable dust, thus reducing their health risks.
(b) With discontinuance of the MSHA-approved 3M Airstream Mining
Headgear-Mounted model PAPR, there are no other MSHA-approved PAPRs
available.
(c) The use of the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800 PAPRs will
provide miners in MMU 004-0 with a constant flow of filtered air which
results in a reduction of the miners' exposure to respirable dust, thus
reducing their health risks.
(d) The use of the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800 PAPRs will
protect miners from respirable dust when working in return air outby
the last open crosscut performing maintenance such as, but not limited
to, un-plugging dust lines, timbering, or maintaining pumps.
(e) The CleanSpace EX--full or half mask PAPR is intrinsically safe
and is certified by UL under the ANSI/UL 60079-11 standard to be used
in hazardous locations because it meets the intrinsic safety protection
level. The unit is acceptable in other jurisdictions for use in mines
with the potential for methane accumulation. The CleanSpace EX PAPR is
an air filtering, fan assisted positive pressure mask which is used in
different applications, including high dust environments. The
CleanSpace EX PAPR is lightweight and compact and requires no hoses,
cables, or belt-mounted battery packs. It requires few replacement
parts and no servicing or maintenance. It is compatible with personal
protective equipment.
(f) The 3M Versaflo TR-800 PAPR is intrinsically safe and is
certified by UL under the ANSI/UL 60079-11 standard to be used in
hazardous locations. This unit is acceptable in other jurisdictions for
use in mines with the potential for methane accumulation. The 3M
Versaflo TR-800 is ergonomically designed for greater movement in tight
work spaces. It helps protect against certain airborne contaminates and
has a multi-speed blower. The PAPR is easy to use and maintain and has
audible and visual alarms. The 3M Versaflo TR-800 battery offers a long
run time and charges quickly. The unit has interchangeable components
which will enable the petitioner to customize the PAPR system to help
meet the needs of their specific applications.
The petitioner proposes the following alternative method:
(a) The petitioner will use the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-
800 PAPRs in return air outby the last open crosscut to protect miners
from exposure to respirable dust.
(b) The batteries for the PAPRs will be charged outby the last open
crosscut when not in operation.
(c) The 3M Versaflo TR-800 batteries will be charged by the 3M
battery Charger TR-641N or the 3M 4-Station battery charger TR-644N.
(d) The 3M Versaflo TR-800 PAPR will only use the 3M TR-830 battery
pack.
(e) Affected miners will be trained in the proper use and care of
the PAPR units in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.
(f) The PAPRs will be checked for physical damage and the integrity
of the case.
(g) If methane is detected in concentrations of 1.0 percent or
more, procedures in accordance with 30 CFR 75.323 will be followed.
The petitioner asserts that the alternate method proposed will at
all times guarantee no less than the same measure of protection
afforded the miners under the mandatory standard.
Docket Number: M-2021-028-C.
Petitioner: Emery County Coal Resources, Inc., P.O. Box 910, East
Carbon, Utah (ZIP 84520).
Mine: Lila Canyon Mine, MSHA ID No. 42-02241, located in Carbon
County, Utah.
Regulation Affected: 30 CFR 75.1002(a) (Installation of electric
equipment and conductors; permissibility).
Modification Request: The petitioner requests a modification of the
existing standard, 30 CFR 75.1002(a), as it relates to the use of an
alternative method of respirable dust protection for miners at the Lila
Canyon mine in Utah. Specifically, the petitioner is applying to
utilize the battery-powered CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800 PAPRs
within 150 feet of pillar workings or the longwall face.
The petitioner states that:
(a) The 3M Airstream Mining Headgear-Mounted model PAPR provides a
constant flow of filtered air which results in a reduction of the
miners' exposure to respirable dust, thus reducing their health risks.
(b) With discontinuance of the MSHA-approved 3M Airstream Mining
Headgear-Mounted model PAPR, there are no other MSHA-approved PAPRs
available.
(c) The use of the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800 PAPRs will
provide miners in MMU 004-0 with constant flow of filtered air which
results in a reduction of miners' exposure to respirable dust, thus
reducing their health risks.
(d) The use of the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800 PAPRs will
protect miners from respirable dust when working within 150 feet of
pillar workings, the longwall face, and the section faces.
(e) The CleanSpace EX--full or half mask PAPR is intrinsically safe
and is certified by UL under the ANSI/UL 60079-11 standard to be used
in hazardous locations because it meets the intrinsic safety protection
level. The unit is acceptable in other jurisdictions for use in mines
with the potential for methane accumulation. The CleanSpace EX PAPR is
an air filtering, fan assisted positive pressure mask which is used in
different applications, including high dust environments. The
CleanSpace EX PAPR is lightweight and compact and requires no hoses,
cables, or belt-mounted battery packs. It requires few replacement
parts and no servicing or maintenance. It is compatible with personal
protective equipment.
(f) The 3M Versaflo TR-800 PAPR is intrinsically safe and is
certified by UL under the ANSI/UL 60079-11 standard to be used in
hazardous locations. This unit is acceptable in other jurisdictions for
use in mines with the potential for methane accumulation. The 3M
Versaflo TR-800 is ergonomically designed for greater movement in tight
work spaces. It helps protect against certain airborne contaminates and
has a multi-speed blower. The PAPR is easy to use and maintain and has
audible and visual alarms. The 3M Versaflo TR-800 battery offers a long
run time and charges quickly. The unit has interchangeable components
which will enable the petitioner to customize the PAPR system to help
meet the needs of their specific applications.
The petitioner proposes the following alternative method:
(a) The petitioner will use the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-
800 PAPRs to protect miners from exposure to respirable dust.
(b) The batteries for the PAPRs will be charged outby the last open
crosscut when not in operation.
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(c) The 3M Versaflo TR-800 batteries will be charged by the 3M
battery Charger TR-641N or the 3M 4-Station battery charger TR-644N.
(d) The 3M Versaflo TR-800 PAPR will only use the 3M TR-830 battery
pack.
(e) Affected miners will be trained in the proper use and care of
the PAPR units in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.
(f) The PAPRs will be checked for physical damage and the integrity
of the case.
(g) If methane is detected in concentrations of 1.0 percent or
more, procedures in accordance with 30 CFR 75.323 will be followed.
The petitioner asserts that the alternate method proposed will at
all times guarantee no less than the same measure of protection
afforded the miners under the mandatory standard.
Docket Number: M-2021-029-C.
Petitioner: Emery County Coal Resources, Inc., P.O. Box 910, East
Carbon, Utah (ZIP 84520).
Mine: Lila Canyon Mine, MSHA ID No. 42-02241, located in Carbon
County, Utah.
Regulation Affected: 30 CFR 75.500(d) (Permissible electric
equipment).
Modification Request: The petitioner requests a modification of the
existing standard, 30 CFR 75.500(d), as it relates to the use of an
alternative method of respirable dust protection at the Lila Canyon
Mine in Utah. Specifically, the petitioner is applying to utilize the
battery-powered CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800 PAPRs inby the
last open crosscut.
The petitioner states that:
(a) The 3M Airstream Mining Headgear-Mounted model PAPR provides a
constant flow of filtered air which results in a reduction of the
miners' exposure to respirable dust, thus reducing their health risks.
(b) With discontinuance of the MSHA-approved 3M Airstream Mining
Headgear-Mounted model PAPR, there are no other MSHA-approved PAPRs
available.
(c) The use of the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800 PAPRs will
provide miners in MMU 004-0 with constant flow of filtered air which
results in a reduction of miners' exposure to respirable dust, thus
reducing their health risks.
(d) The use of the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-800 PAPRs will
protect miners from respirable dust when working inby the last open
crosscut.
(e) The CleanSpace EX--full or half mask PAPR is intrinsically safe
and is certified by UL under the ANSI/UL 60079-11 standard to be used
in hazardous locations because it meets the intrinsic safety protection
level. The unit is acceptable in other jurisdictions for use in mines
with the potential for methane accumulation. The CleanSpace EX PAPR is
an air filtering, fan assisted positive pressure mask which is used in
different applications, including high dust environments. The
CleanSpace EX PAPR is lightweight and compact and requires no hoses,
cables, or belt-mounted battery packs. It requires few replacement
parts and no servicing or maintenance. It is compatible with personal
protective equipment.
(f) The 3M Versaflo TR-800 PAPR is intrinsically safe and is
certified by UL under the ANSI/UL 60079-11 standard to be used in
hazardous locations. This unit is acceptable in other jurisdictions for
use in mines with the potential for methane accumulation. The 3M
Versaflo TR-800 is ergonomically designed for greater movement in tight
work spaces. It helps protect against certain airborne contaminates and
has a multi-speed blower. The PAPR is easy to use and maintain and has
audible and visual alarms. The 3M Versaflo TR-800 battery offers a long
run time and charges quickly. The unit has interchangeable components
which will enable the petitioner to customize the PAPR system to help
meet the needs of their specific applications.
The petitioner proposes the following alternative method:
(a) The petitioner will use the CleanSpace EX and 3M Versaflo TR-
800 PAPRs to protect miners from exposure to respirable dust.
(b) The batteries for the PAPRs will be charged outby the last open
crosscut when not in operation.
(c) The 3M Versaflo TR-800 batteries will be charged by the 3M
battery Charger TR-641N or the 3M 4-Station battery charger TR-644N.
(d) The 3M Versaflo TR-800 PAPR will only use the 3M TR-830 battery
pack.
(e) Affected miners will be trained in the proper use and care of
the PAPR units in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.
(f) The PAPRs will be checked for physical damage and the integrity
of the case.
(g) If methane is detected in concentrations of 1.0 percent or
more, procedures in accordance with 30 CFR 75.323 will be followed.
The petitioner asserts that the alternate method proposed will at
all times guarantee no less than the same measure of protection
afforded the miners under the mandatory standard.
Jessica Senk,
Director, Office of Standards, Regulations, and Variances.
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