Tuesday, January 22, 2013

MSHA's Final Rule Addresses Pattern of Violations

MSHA has announced it will publish a pattern of violations final rule that aims to strengthen safety in the most dangerous U.S. mines. The agency reports the final rule "will ensure that mine operators monitor and address the most hazardous safety problems in their mines." In addition, it strengthens the agency's ability to respond to dangerous mines and improve the safety and health for miners.