1219-0001
SUPPORTING STATEMENT
30 C.F.R. §§ 75.153(a)(2) and 77.103 (a)(2), Certificate of Electrical Training, MSHA Form 5000-1. (Pertains to surface and underground coal mines.)
A. Justification
1. Explain the circumstances that make the collection of information necessary. Identify any legal or administrative requirements that necessitate the collection. Attach a copy of the appropriate section of each statute and regulation mandating or authorizing the collection of information.
Section 101(a) of the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977 (the Act) states that the Secretary shall by rule in accordance with procedures set forth in this section and in accordance with section 553 of title 5, United States Code (without regard to any reference in such section to sections 556 and 557 of such title), develop, promulgate, and revise as may be appropriate, improved mandatory health or safety standards for the protection of life and prevention of injuries in coal or other mines. Under section 103(a)(2) authorized representatives of the Secretary or the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall make frequent inspections and investigations in coal or other mines each year for the purpose of gathering information with respect to mandatory health or safety standards.
Under section 305(g) of the Act, all electric equipment shall be frequently examined, tested, and properly maintained by a qualified person to assure safe operating conditions. When a potentially dangerous condition is found on electric equipment, such equipment shall be removed from service until such condition is corrected. A record of such examinations shall be kept and made available to an authorized representative of the Secretary and to the miners in such mine.
Title 30, C.F.R. sections 75.153(a)(2) and 77.103(a)(2) require that a program be provided for the qualification of certain experienced personnel as mine electricians. A qualified person is one who has had at least one year of experience in performing electrical work underground in a coal mine, in the surface work area of an underground coal mine, in a surface coal mine, in a noncoal mine, in the mine equipment manufacturing industry, or in any other industry using or manufacturing similar equipment, and has satisfactorily completed a coal mine electrical training program.
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) qualifies mine electricians and although the standards do not specify use of the Form 5000-1, MSHA believes that the form is the most efficient means for reporting on individuals who have completed the required training. MSHA Form 5000-1 is used by instructors, who may be mining personnel, consultants, or college professors, to report to MSHA those miners who have satisfactorily completed a coal mine electrical training program. Based on the information submitted on Form 5000-1, MSHA issues certification cards that identify these individuals as qualified to perform certain tasks at the mine.
There are four MSHA approved training courses for which the Form 5000-1 is used:
Electrical Qualification Initial Training, Low/Medium Voltage (Underground)
Electrical Qualification Retraining, Low/Medium Voltage (Underground)
Electrical Qualification Initial Training, Low/Medium Voltage (Surface)
Electrical Qualification Retraining, Low/Medium Voltage (Surface)
2. Indicate how, by whom, and for what purpose the information is to be used. Except for a new collection, indicate the actual use the agency has made of the information received from the current collection.
MSHA Form 5000-1 is used by instructors to report to MSHA those persons who have satisfactorily completed the required training. MSHA uses the information to issue certification cards to those persons who are qualified. MSHA inspectors may ask to see the cards to determine compliance with regulations during routine inspections. Mine operators use the cards to determine a person's qualifications to perform certain tasks and when hiring new personnel. The information is also used by MSHA to determine mine operators' compliance with approved training plans, to monitor safety-training programs, and in reporting to Congress. Upon request, MSHA also furnishes the information to mine operators and to representatives of miners.
3. Describe whether, and to what extent, the collection of information involves the use of automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses, and the basis for the decision for adopting this means of collection. Also describe any consideration of using information technology to reduce burden.
In compliance with the Government Paperwork Elimination Act, the Form 5000-1 is available on MSHA’s website for electronic submission. The mining industry submitted 864 Electronic 5000-1 electrical training forms in FY06. The electronic form may be viewed at (http://www.msha.gov/forms/elawsforms/5000-1.htm)
4. Describe efforts to identify duplication. Show specifically why any similar information already available cannot be used or modified for use for the purposes described in Item 2 above.
MSHA qualifies and certifies mine electricians based on satisfactory completion of the required training. There are no similar or duplicate records that could be used.
5. If the collection of information impacts small businesses or other small entities (Item 5 of OMB Form 83-I), describe any methods used to minimize burden.
This information collection does not have a significant impact on small businesses or other small entities. However, MSHA has made available on our web-site various sources of information such as “Technical Assistance,” “Best Practices,” and an Accident Prevention Site”. These provide tips and general information on various topics.
6. Describe the consequence to Federal program or policy activities if the collection is not conducted or is conducted less frequently, as well as any technical or legal obstacles to reducing burden.
Less frequent information collection would be a violation of the Mine Act and Federal regulations which require that persons be qualified and certified to perform important safety and health functions at mines. The MSHA Form 5000-1 is used to identify those miners who have completed the training requirements; and to generate a certificate of qualification/certification. The instructor submits the forms at the completion of each training course.
7. Explain any special circumstances that would cause an information collection to be conducted in a manner:
• Requiring respondents to report information to the agency more often than quarterly;
• Requiring respondents to prepare a written response to a collection of information in fewer than 30 days after receipt of it;
• Requiring respondents to submit more than an original and two copies of any document;
• Requiring respondents to retain records, other than health, medical, government contract, grant-in-aid, or tax records for more than three years;
• In connection with a statistical survey, that is not designed to produce valid and reliable results that can be generalized to the universe of study;
• Requiring the use of a statistical data classification that has not been reviewed and approved by OMB;
• That includes a pledge of confidentiality that is not supported by authority established in statute or regulation, that is not supported by disclosure and data security policies that are consistent with the pledge, or which unnecessarily impedes sharing of data with other agencies for compatible confidential use; or
• Requiring respondents to submit proprietary trade secret, or other confidential information unless the agency can demonstrate that it has instituted procedures to protect the information's confidentiality to the extent permitted by law.
This collection of information is consistent with the guidelines in 5 C.F.R. 1320.5.
8. If applicable, provide a copy and identify the data and page number of publication in the Federal Register of the agency's notice, required by 5 C.F.R. 1320.8(d), soliciting comments on the information collection prior to submission to OMB. Summarize public comments received in response to that notice and describe actions taken by the agency in response to these comments. Specifically address comments received on cost and hour burden.
Describe efforts to consult with persons outside the agency to obtain their views on the availability of data, frequency of collection, the clarity of instructions and recordkeeping, disclosure, or reporting format (if any), and on the data elements to be recorded, disclosed, or reported.
Consultation with representatives of those from whom information is to be obtained or those who must compile records should occur at least once every 3 years -- even if the collection of information activity is the same as in prior periods. There may be circumstances that may preclude consultation in a specific situation. These circumstances should be explained.
MSHA published a 60-day preclearance Federal Register notice on January 18, 2007 (Vol 72, Number 11, pages 2310), soliciting public comments regarding the extension of this information collection. One comment was received. The commenter stated that he thinks MSHA should require any person making required exams in Metal non Metal mining to fall under the qualified or certified guidelines. MSHA responded with an explanation of the current regulations requiring competent personnel as having the abilities and experience to fully qualify him/her to perform the duties as described. No comments regarding burden hours or costs were received.
9. Explain any decision to provide any payment or gift to respondents, other than remuneration of contractors or grantees.
MSHA does not provide payments or gifts to respondents.
10. Describe any assurance of confidentiality provided to respondents and the basis for the assurance in statute, regulation, or agency policy.
Computer safeguards are consistent with the National Bureau of Standards Booklet, "Computer Security Guidelines for Implementing the Privacy Act of 1974", and procedures developed by MSHA under GSA Circular E-34. Files are posted with the appropriate Privacy Act warning. Only authorized personnel have access to the files.
Justification for Requesting Social Security Numbers:
MSHA is requesting approval for SSNs as a required data element for reasons stated below.
MSHA administers the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977 (P.L. 95-164) to eliminate fatalities, to reduce the frequency and severity of accidents, and to minimize health hazards in the mining industry. MSHA ensures compliance with mandatory Federal safety and health standards and promotes improved safety and health conditions in the nation’s mines through training, education and technical assistance programs.
MSHA’s Directorate of Educational Policy and Development assists the Assistant Secretary for Mine Safety and Health in the implementation of the 1977 Mine Act as it pertains to all of MSHA’s education and training programs promoting safety and health in the Nation’s mining industry.
Qualification and Certification’s mission is to assure that the nation’s miners are qualified to perform tasks at the mine site as required under 30 C.F.R. part 75, 77 and 70. This including tracking the training, qualifications and certifications issued to the miners.
MSHA is requesting the continued approval for use of Social Security numbers for the identification of miners that perform jobs that are required to be approved, certified/qualified or licensed for the next 5 years. MSHA uses the SSN and name to assure the individual is the correct person when checking to see if the miner is approved, qualified or certified to perform these critical jobs in the mine. Without using the social security number we could not distinguish one miner from another if they have the same name. For instance, there may be 20 people with the name John Smith, some of which may be approved, certified or qualified to do different jobs. This could become a serious health and safety issue if a miner receives a certification in error. For example, if a person is approved to do electrical work but receives a certification as a mine examiner, a person that detects dangerous conditions in a mine prior to miners going to work, all miners at that mine are in harms way.
MSHA found that in a sample of approximately 2000 people using the last four digits of the SSN produced duplicate records. With a sample this small producing duplicate records, there is no confidence that this type of system can be used to assure that we have the intended person matched with their qualifications.
This is a safety and health issue. If we cannot ensure that the information on a miner’s qualifications is accurate, and the information released to the miner, operator, or MSHA inspector is not that of a qualified person, then that person could be a danger to him or her self and other miners working at that mine. This can potentially cause mine accidents and injuries.
Note: When information is requested on qualifications, the SSN is never released.
11. Provide additional justification for any questions of a sensitive nature, such as sexual behavior and attitudes, religious beliefs, and other matters that are commonly considered private. This justification should include the reasons why the agency considers the questions necessary, the specific uses to be made of the information, the explanation to be given to persons form whom the information is requested, and any steps to be taken to obtain their consent.
There are no questions of a sensitive nature.
12. Provide estimates of the hour burden of the collection of information. The statement should:
• Indicate the number of respondents, frequency of response, annual hour burden, and an explanation of how the burden was estimated. Unless directed to do so, agencies should not conduct special surveys to obtain information on which to base hour burden estimates. Consultation with a sample (fewer than 10) of potential respondents is desirable. If the hour burden on respondents is expected to vary widely because of differences in activity, size, or complexity, show the range of estimated hour burden, and explain the reasons for the variance. Generally, estimates should not include burden hours for customary and usual business practices.
• If this request for approval covers more than one form, provide separate hour burden estimates for each form and aggregate the hour burdens in Item 13 of OMB Form 83-I.
• Provide estimates of annualized cost to respondents for the hour burdens for collections of information, identifying and using appropriate wage rate categories. The cost of contracting out or paying outside parties for information collection activities should not be included here. Instead, this cost should be included in Item 14.
In fiscal year 2006, MSHA received 2,294 MSHA Form 5000-1's covering 16,150 miners. Out of the 2,294 (5000-1) forms MSHA received, 864 forms were electronic forms. MSHA is basing the estimates on the number of forms and the number of miners instead of the number of qualification issued because the miners may have both underground and surface qualifications and the training covers both surface and underground. The number of courses is based on the reports from the Q&C system that provides information on electrical courses. The decrease in the number of forms is attributed to MSHA’s redesign of the 5000-1 form to allow the instructor to select a mailing address for each miner.
MSHA Coal Mine Safety and Health estimates that out of the 2,294 forms submitted only 1,337 courses were taught. It is further estimated that that out of the 1337 courses taught that approximately 30% or 401 courses were taught by instructors working directly for the mining companies, and that 32% or 427 courses were taught by instructors working as contractors for mining companies. MSHA also estimates that the remaining 38% or 508 courses were conducted by state grantees supported with Federal funds. MSHA does not anticipate a significant change in the number and distribution of courses that will be conducted in the future. MSHA estimates that each year approximately 401 courses will be taught by instructors working directly for the mining companies, and that the training courses will average 8 hours in length.
Hour Burden for Completing 5000-1 Forms
MSHA estimates that it takes approximately 5 minutes (0.0833 hours) to complete the general portions of the MSHA Form 5000-1. MSHA also estimates that it takes an additional 1 minute (0.0167 hour) to gather and complete the specific information on the form for each miner for whom certification is sought. It is also estimated that 30% of the forms are completed by mining company instructors, 32% of the forms are completed by contractors, and 38% are completed by grantees. The number of miners receiving training from mining companies is 30%. Those receiving training from contractors is 32%, and is shown as burden in Item #13 and the remaining training received through grants is not included in this burden calculation.
688 forms (30% of 2,294) x 0.0833 minutes per form = 57 hours
4,845 miners x 0.0167 minutes per miner = 81 hours
Total Hour Burden = 138 hours
Total Hour Burden = 138 hours
Hour Burden Cost
MSHA estimates that the courses are conducted and the MSHA Form 5000-1 completed by a mine supervisor earning $59.00 per hour.
138 hours x $59.00 per hour = $8,142
13. Provide an estimate of the total annual cost burden to respondents or recordkeepers resulting from the collection of information. (Do not include the cost of any hour burden shown in Items 12 and 14).
• The cost estimate should be split into two components: (a) a total capital and start-up cost component (annualized over its expected useful life); and (b) a total operation and maintenance and purchase of services component. The estimates should take into account costs associated with generating, maintaining, and disclosing or providing the information. Include descriptions of methods used to estimate major cost factors including system and technology acquisition, expected useful life of capital equipment, the discount rate(s), and the time period over which costs will be incurred. Capital and start-up costs include, among other items, preparations for collecting information such as purchasing computers and software; monitoring, sampling, drilling and testing equipment; and record storage facilities.
• If cost estimates are expected to vary widely, agencies should present ranges of cost burdens and explain the reasons for the variance. The cost of purchasing or contracting out information collection services should be a part of this cost burden estimate. In developing cost burden estimates, agencies may consult with a sample of respondents (fewer than 10), utilize the 60-day pre-OMB submission public comment process and use existing economic or regulatory impact analysis associated with the rulemaking containing the information collection, as appropriate.
• Generally, estimates should not include purchases of equipment or services, or portions thereof, made: (1) prior to October 1, 1995, (2) to achieve regulatory compliance with requirements not associated with the information collection, (3) for reasons other than to provide information or keep records for the government, or (4) as part of customary and usual business or private practices.
Cost for 500-1 Forms are as follows:
Cost Burden for Completing 5000-1 Forms
734 forms (32% of 2,294) x 0.0833 x $59.00 per hour = $ 3,607
5,168 miners x 0.0167 x per hour x $59.00 = $ 5,092
Total Cost Burden = $ 8,699
Cost Burden for Mailing 5000-1 Forms
MSHA received 2,294 (5000-1) forms from mine instructors and contract instructors of which 864 forms where electronic forms. Total number of forms mailed were 1,430. MSHA estimates that the cost of mailing each form to MSHA is $0.39. Accordingly, the annual postage cost is as follows:
1,430 forms x $0.39 per form = $ 558
Total Annual Cost Burden = $ 9,257
Provide estimates of annualized cost to the Federal government. Also, provide a description of the method used to estimate cost, which should include quantification of hours, operational expenses (such as equipment, overhead, printing, and support staff), and any other expense that would not have been incurred without this collection of information. Agencies also may aggregate cost estimates from Items 12, 13, and 14 in a single table.
Annualized costs are based on the total cost of operations and maintenance for the MSHA Standard Information System (MSIS) and cost per transactions for FY06. (Management, overhead, security, licenses etc.) The cost is based on the total Q&C transactions of which the 5000-1 is the major portion of the transaction costs. Calculations are as follows.
Cost per Transaction FY06 $2.97
Total Transactions FY06 for Q&C 4,337
Total Cost for Transactions $12,881
Cost per System Enhancement (upgrades) FY06- $10.23
Total Transactions for FY06 Q&C 4,337
Total Cost for Enhancements $44,367
Total cost for the MSIS Q&C FY06 $57,248
Clerk GS 7 step 7 (from U.S. OPM Salary Table) $42,138
Total Cost to the Federal Government $99,386
The total of transactions for the Q&C system will fluctuate each year depending on the amount of support provided and the number of transactions processed.
15. Explain the reasons for any program changes or adjustments reporting in Items 13 or 14 of the OMB Form 83-I.
The decrease is due in part (483 hours) to the number of qualifications reported in FY 2003 and not the number of miners. This was corrected in this collection. A burden for training was in preceding collections and should not have been counted as a paperwork burden. This correction results in a decrease of 3,208 hours.
The decrease in cost is also due largely to the erroneous burden for training previously reported.
16. For collections of information whose results will be published, outline plans for tabulation, and publication. Address any complex analytical techniques that will be used. Provide the time schedule for the entire project, including beginning and ending dates of the collection of information, completion of report, publication dates, and other actions.
MSHA has no plans to publish the information obtained through this information collection.
17. If seeking approval to not display the expiration date for OMB approval of the information collection, explain the reasons that display would be inappropriate.
MSHA is not seeking approval to either display or not display the expiration date for OMB approval of this information collection.
18. Explain each exception to the certification statement identified in Item 19, "Certification for Paperwork Reduction Act Submission," of OMB 83-I.
There are no certification exceptions identified with this information collection.
B. COLLECTIONS OF INFORMATION EMPLOYING STATISTICAL METHODS
1. Describe (including numerical estimate) the potential respondent universe and any sampling or other respondent selection method to be used. Data on the number of entities (e.g., establishments, State and local government units, households, or persons) in the universe covered by the collection and in the corresponding sample are to be provided in tabular form for the universe as a whole and for each of the strata in the proposed sample. Indicate expected response rates for the collection as a whole. If the collection had been conducted previously, include the actual response rate achieved during the last collection.
As statistical analysis is not required by the regulation, questions 1 through 5 do not apply.
2. Describe the procedures for the collection of information including:
Statistical methodology for stratification and sample selection,
Estimation procedure,
Degree of accuracy needed for the purpose described in the
justification,
Unusual problems requiring specialized sampling procedures, and
Any use of periodic (less frequently than annual) data collection cycles to reduce burden.
3. Describe methods to maximize response rates and to deal with issues of non-response. The accuracy and reliability of information collected must be shown to be adequate for intended uses. For collections based on sampling, a special justification must be provided for any collection that will not yield "reliable" data that can be generalized to the universe studied.
4. Describe any tests of procedures or methods to be undertaken. Testing is encouraged as an effective means of refining collections of information to minimize burden and improve utility. Tests must be approved if they call for answers to identical questions from 10 or more respondents. A proposed test or set of tests may be submitted for approval separately or in combination with the main collection of information.
5. Provide the name and telephone number of individuals consulted on statistical aspects of the design and the name of the agency unit, contractor(s), grantee(s), or other person(s) who will actually collect and/or analyze the information for the agency.
Burden Statement: |
Public
reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated
to average 5 minutes per response, including the time for
reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources,
gathering and maintaining the data need, and completing and
reviewing the collection of information. Send comments regarding
the collection of information, including suggestions for reducing
this burden, to the Mine Safety and Health Administration, U.S.
Department of Labor, Records Management Branch, 1100 Wilson
Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia 22209-3939. |
Federal
Mine Safety & Health Act of 1977,
Public Law 91-173,
as
amended by Public Law 95-164*
An Act
SEC. 101. (a) The Secretary shall by rule in accordance with procedures set forth in this section and in accordance with section 553 of title 5, United States Code (without regard to any reference in such section to sections 556 and 557 of such title), develop, promulgate, and revise as may be appropriate, improved mandatory health or safety standards for the protection of life and prevention of injuries in coal or other mines.
(1) Whenever the Secretary, upon the basis of information submitted to him in writing by an interested person, a representative of any organization of employers or employees, a nationally recognized standards-producing organization, the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, or a State or political subdivision, or on the basis of information developed by the Secretary or otherwise available to him, determines that a rule should be promulgated in order to serve the objectives of this Act, the Secretary may request the recommendation of an advisory committee appointed under section 102(c). The Secretary shall provide such an advisory committee with any proposals of his own or of the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, together with all pertinent factual information developed by the Secretary or the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, or otherwise available, including the results of research, demonstrations, and experiments. An advisory committee shall submit to the Secretary its recommendations regarding the rule to be promulgated within 60 days from the date of its appointment or within such longer or shorter period as may be prescribed by the Secretary, but in no event for a period which is longer than 180 days. When the Secretary receives a recommendation, accompanied by appropriate criteria, from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health that a rule be promulgated, modified, or revoked, the Secretary must, within 60 days after receipt thereof, refer such recommendation to an advisory committee pursuant to this paragraph, or publish such as a proposed rule pursuant to paragraph (2), or publish in the Federal Register his determination not to do so, and his reasons therefor. The Secretary shall be required to request the recommendations of an advisory committee appointed under section 102(c) if the rule to be promulgated is, in the discretion of the Secretary which shall be final, new in effect or application and has significant economic impact.
(2) The Secretary shall publish a proposed rule promulgating, modifying, or revoking a mandatory health or safety standard in the Federal Register. If the Secretary determines that a rule should be proposed and in connection therewith has appointed an advisory committee as provided by paragraph (1), the Secretary shall publish a proposed rule, or the reasons for his determination not to publish such rule, within 60 days following the submission of the advisory committee's recommendation or the expiration of the period of time prescribed by the Secretary in such submission. In either event, the Secretary shall afford interested persons a period of 30 days after any such publication to submit written data or comments on the proposed rule. Such comment period may be extended by the Secretary upon a finding of good cause, which the Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register. Publication shall include the text of such rules proposed in their entirety, a comparative text of the proposed changes in existing rules, and shall include a comprehensive index to the rules, cross-referenced by subject matter.
(3) On or before the last day of the period provided for the submission of written data or comments under paragraph (2), any interested person may file with the Secretary written objections to the proposed mandatory health or safety standard, stating the grounds therefor and requesting a public hearing on such objections. Within 60 days after the last day for filing such objections, the Secretary shall publish in the Federal Register a notice specifying the mandatory health or safety standard to which objections have been filed and a hearing requested, and specifying a time and place for such hearing. Any hearing under this subsection for the purpose of hearing relevant information shall commence within 60 days after the date of publication of the notice of hearing. Hearings required by this subsection shall be conducted by the Secretary, who may prescribe rules and make rulings concerning procedures in such hearings to avoid unnecessary cost or delay. Subject to the need to avoid undue delay, the Secretary shall provide for procedures that will afford interested parties the right to participate in the hearing, including the right to present oral statements and to offer written comments and data. The Secretary may require by subpoena the attendance of witnesses and the production of evidence in connection with any proceeding initiated under this section. If a person refuses to obey a subpoena under this subsection, a United States district court within the jurisdiction of which a proceeding under this subsection is conducted may, upon petition by the Secretary, issue an order requiring compliance with such subpoena. A transcript shall be taken of any such hearing and shall be available to the public.
(4)(A) Within 90 days after certification of the record of the hearing held pursuant to paragraph (3), the Secretary shall by rule promulgate, modify, or revoke such mandatory health or safety standards, and publish his reasons therefore.
SEC. 103. (a) (2) gathering information with respect to mandatory health or safety standards..
SEC. 305. (g) All electric equipment shall be frequently examined, tested, and properly maintained by a qualified person to assure safe operating conditions. When a potentially dangerous condition is found on electric equipment, such equipment shall be removed from service until such condition is corrected. A record of such examinations shall be kept and made available to an authorized representative of the Secretary and to the miners in such mine.
[Code of Federal Regulations]
[Title 30, Volume 1]
[Revised as of July 1, 2006]
From the U.S. Government Printing Office via GPO Access
[CITE: 30CFR75.153]
[Page 466-467]
TITLE 30--MINERAL RESOURCES
CHAPTER I--MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
PART 75_MANDATORY SAFETY STANDARDS_UNDERGROUND COAL MINES--Table of
Contents
Subpart B_Qualified and Certified Persons
Sec. 75.153 Electrical work; qualified person.
(a) Except as provided in paragraph (f) of this section, an
individual is a qualified person within the meaning of Sec. Sec. 75.511
and 75.512 to perform electrical work (other than work on energized
surface high-voltage lines) if:
……..
(2) He has at least 1 year of experience in performing electrical
work underground in a coal mine, in the surface work areas of an
underground coal mine, in a surface coal mine, in a noncoal mine, in the
mine equipment manufacturing industry, or in any other industry using or
manufacturing similar equipment, and has satisfactorily completed a coal
mine electrical training program approved by the Secretary; or……..
[Code of Federal Regulations]
[Title 30, Volume 1]
[Revised as of July 1, 2006]
From the U.S. Government Printing Office via GPO Access
[CITE: 30CFR77]
[Page 623-624]
TITLE 30--MINERAL RESOURCES
CHAPTER I--MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
PART 77_MANDATORY SAFETY STANDARDS, SURFACE COAL MINES AND SURFACE WORK
AREAS OF UNDERGROUND COAL MINES--Table of Contents
Subpart B_Qualified and Certified Persons
Sec. 77.103 Electrical work; qualified person.
(a) Except as provided in paragraph (f) of this section, an
individual is a qualified person within the meaning of Subparts F, G, H,
I, and J of this Part 77 to perform electrical work (other than work on
energized surface high-voltage lines) if:
…..
(2) He has at least 1 year of experience in performing electrical
work underground in a coal mine, in the surface work areas of an
underground coal mine, in a surface coal mine, in a noncoal mine, in the
mine equipment manufacturing industry, or in any other industry using or
manufacturing similar equipment, and has satisfactorily completed a coal
mine electrical training program approved by the Secretary; or…..
March 2007
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| File Modified | 2007-04-04 |
| File Created | 2007-04-04 |