Mining Matters

MSHA’s Proposed Powered Haulage Rule: The comments are in…now what?

Most operators aware of MSHA’s Proposed Rule on mobile and powered haulage equipment at surface mines and surface areas of underground mines for both metal/non-metal and coal.  We encouraged operators and trade associations to file comments regarding the rule – and they did!  This podcast episode discusses the rulemaking process and what to expect in a final rule now that MSHA has over 40 comments on the proposed rule.  We evaluate some of the more significant comments to the proposed rule and even drop a quick update regarding the nomination of an Assistant Secretary of Labor for MSHA.

What To Expect From Our Podcast... And From MSHA

In the first episode of Mining Matters, Chris Peterson and Arthur Wolfson introduce the new podcast and discuss their goals for bringing timely mine safety insights to the audience.  Chris and Arthur talk about their own experiences in the mine safety legal world, which had shaped their perspectives on issues they face. Finally, they discuss what to expect from MSHA in these times of change and give an overview of issues surrounding enforcement, rulemaking and litigation that may impact the regulated community.

Mining Matters Introduction

Welcome to Mining Matters, a new podcast about the latest and greatest in mine safety from Fisher Phillips. Join us monthly to discuss topics such as the new power haulage rule, basics of mine safety law and hear from some amazing guest speakers who are well known in the MSHA industry.  Fisher Phillips partners Arthur Wolfson from our Pittsburgh office and Chris Peterson from our Denver office will be our lively hosts – they are both members of our MSHA and Workplace Safety practice groups and have significant experience representing mining and industrial clients and helping them navigate compliance challenges.