30 C.F.R. § 72.800

Current through September 30, 2024
Section 72.800 - [Effective 4/14/2025] Single, full-shift measurement of respirable coal mine dust

The Secretary will use a single, full-shift measurement of respirable coal mine dust to determine the average concentration on a shift since that measurement accurately represents atmospheric conditions to which a miner is exposed during such shift. As of April 14, 2025, noncompliance with the respirable dust standard, in accordance with this subchapter, is demonstrated when a single, full-shift measurement taken by MSHA meets or exceeds the applicable ECV in table 1 to § 70.208 , table 1 to § 70.209 , table 1 to § 71.206 , or table 1 to § 90.207 of this chapter that corresponds to the particular sampling device used. Upon issuance of a citation for a violation of the standard, and for MSHA to terminate the citation, the mine operator shall take the specified actions in this subchapter.

30 C.F.R. §72.800

89 FR 28479, 6/17/2024; 89 FR 28479, 4/14/2025