Coal Company Pushes for Alternative Respiratory Safety Gear in Kentucky Mine
February 19, 2025
February 19, 2025
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 (TNSFR) -- Blue Diamond Coal Co. has submitted a petition to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) requesting a modification of safety regulations at Mine No. 77 in Perry County, Kentucky.
The company is seeking approval to use two unapproved Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs)--the CleanSpace EX and the 3M Versaflo TR-800--within areas restricted under existing safety rules. While these devices are not MSHA-certified as permissible, Blue Diamon . . .
The company is seeking approval to use two unapproved Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs)--the CleanSpace EX and the 3M Versaflo TR-800--within areas restricted under existing safety rules. While these devices are not MSHA-certified as permissible, Blue Diamon . . .