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What would abatement by certification look like?

What would abatement by certification look like?

Update: 2025-09-29

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Mine operators are familiar with the process of inspectors visiting the mine to ensure that a cited condition has been abated. But what if operators could demonstrate abatement by sending information to MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) instead of having inspectors return? This process is typical in the OSHA context and was recently raised as a possibility for MSHA. In this episode, Arthur and Chris explore this possibility for MSHA, what challenges it might pose and what questions would need to be answered if it is rolled out.

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What would abatement by certification look like?

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