[Federal Register Volume 60, Number 218 (Monday, November 13, 1995)]
[Notices]
[Pages 57024-57025]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 95-27872]
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Mine Safety and Health Administration
Petitions for Modification
The following parties have filed petitions to modify the
application of mandatory safety standards under section 101(c) of the
Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977.
1. Consolidation Coal Company
[Docket No. M-95-152-C]
Consolidation Coal Company, Consol Plaza, 1800 Washington Road,
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15241-1421 has filed a petition to modify the
application of 30 CFR 75.380(d)(4)(escapeways; bituminous and lignite
mines) to its Powhatan No. 4 Mine (I.D. No. 33-01157) located in Monroe
County, Ohio. The petitioner requests that its petition for
modification, docket number M-93-60-C be amended to allow a minimum
clearance of 4 feet for its alternate escapeway instead of the 2 feet
minimum clearance specified in its previous petition. The petitioner
asserts that the proposed alternative method would provide at least the
same measure of protection as would the mandatory standard.
2. Twentymile Coal Company
[Docket No. M-95-153-C]
Twentymile Coal Company, One Oxford Center, 301 Grant Street--20th
Floor, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219 has filed a petition to modify
the application of 30 CFR 75.804(a) (underground high-voltage cables)
to its Foidel Creek Mine (I.D. No. 05-03836) located in Routt County,
Colorado. The petitioner requests that its previous petition for
modification, docket number M-92-55-C be amended to allow the use of
high-voltage cables that are made by any manufacturer instead of cables
made by one manufacturer and that meets the specification listed in
this petition. The petitioner proposes to use these cables for 2400 and
4160-volts high-voltage longwall systems. The types of cables would be
the Tiger Brand SHD-CGC, Pirelli SHD-Center-GC, and Cablec SHD + GC, or
any cable manufactured to ICEA specification S-75-381 for type SHD-3
conductor cable that is 5000 volt, MSHA-accepted flame-resistant cable
with a ground-check wire that is 16 AWG minimum. The petitioner asserts
that the proposed alternative method would provide at least the same
measure of protection as would the mandatory standard.
3. Knott County Mining Company
[Docket No. M-95-154-C]
Knott County Mining Company, P.O. Box 2805, Pikeville, Kentucky
41502 has filed a petition to modify the application of 30 CFR 75.1710
(canopies or cabs; electric face equipment) to its Hollybush Mine No. 1
(I.D. No. 15-15289), and its Brimstone Mine No. 1 (I.D. No. 15-16893)
both located in Knott County, Kentucky. The petitioner proposes to
operate electric face equipment without cabs and canopies in mining
heights below 48 inches. The petitioner states that application of the
standard would result in a diminution of safety to equipment operator.
In addition, the petitioner asserts that the proposed alternative
method would provide at least the same measure of protection as would
the mandatory standard.
4. Clintco Enterprises, Inc.
[Docket No. M-95-155-C]
Clintco Enterprises, Inc., P.O. Box 2831, Pikeville, Kentucky 41502
has filed a petition to modify the application of 30 CFR 75.388(a)(3)
(boreholes in advance of mining) to its No. 1 Mine (I.D. No. 15-17700)
located in Floyd County, Kentucky. The petitioner requests a
modification of the standard to allow them to not drill boreholes to
locate old workings. The petitioner asserts that application of the
standard could be dangerous because drilling would create a conduit for
gas or water to accumulate on the active section and cause the
equipment to slip, slide, or become marred in wet bottom; and that
these wet conditions would increase the probability of electrical-
related injuries and accidents. The petitioner asserts that the
proposed alternative method would provide at least the same measure of
protection as would the mandatory standard.
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5. Amax Coal Company and Clipmate Corporation
[Docket No. M-95-156-C]
Amax Coal Company and Clipmate Corporation, 16 S. Pennsylvania,
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73106 have filed a petition to modify the
application of 30 CFR 75.1303(y) (1) and (2) to its Chinook Mine (I.D.
No. 12-00322) located in Clay County, Indiana. The petitioner proposes
to use a protected Rozdet open circuit detonator system at its Chinook
Mine instead of shunted electrical detonators; to package and store the
detonator at the mine in accordance with the U.S. Department of
transportation Report, Reference Number EX-9309092; and to provide
instructions in each Rozdet package on the proper use of the Rozdet.
The petitioner asserts that application of the standard would result in
a diminution of safety to the miners under certain conditions. In
addition, the petitioner asserts that the proposed alternative method
would provide at least the same measure of protection as would the
mandatory standard.
6. Sunshine Precious Metals, Inc.
[Docket No. M-95-11-M]
Sunshine Precious Metals, Inc., P.O. Box 1080, Kellogg, Idaho
83837-1080 has filed a petition to modify the application of 30 CFR
57.11055 (inclined escapeways) to its Sunshine Mine (I.D. No. 10-00089)
located in Shoshone County, Idaho. The petitioner requests a
modification of the requirement for an emergency hoisting facility. The
Petitioner states that a portion of the West Chance orebody between the
2700 and 3100 foot levels of the mine is being developed for mining;
that no mining has taken place in recent years; and that the 2700 foot
level is only accessible from the Jewell Shaft. The petitioner proposes
to establish a second escapeway to the 3100 foot level which would
provide access to the adjoining Silver Summit Mine; to have a borehole
at a 5-foot diameter raise lined with steel in order to establish a 4-
foot diameter opening for ventilation from the 2700 foot to the 3100
foot level; and to have a suitable ladderway for safe travel in an
emergency. The petitioner states that application of the standard would
result in a diminution of safety to the miners. In addition, the
petitioner asserts that the proposed alternative method would provide
at least the same measure of protection as would the mandatory
standard.
Request for Comments
Persons interested in these petitions may furnish written comments.
These comments must be filed with the Office of Standards, Regulations,
and Variances, Mine Safety and Health Administration, Room 627, 4015
Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia 22203. All comments must be
postmarked or received in that office on or before December 13, 1995.
Copies of these petitions are available for inspection at that address.
Dated: November 1, 1995.
Patricia W. Silvey,
Director, Office of Standards, Regulations and Variances.
[FR Doc. 95-27872 Filed 11-9-95; 8:45 am]
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