Kentucky Mine Seeks Approval for Alternative Respiratory Protection
February 19, 2025
February 19, 2025
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 (TNSFR) -- Blue Diamond Mining, LLC has submitted a petition to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) requesting a modification to federal safety regulations at its Bear Branch 2 mine in Perry County, Kentucky.
The company seeks permission to use two unapproved Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs), the CleanSpace EX and the 3M Versaflo TR-800, in restricted underground areas. Blue Diamond Mining argues that these respirators, while not certified . . .
The company seeks permission to use two unapproved Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs), the CleanSpace EX and the 3M Versaflo TR-800, in restricted underground areas. Blue Diamond Mining argues that these respirators, while not certified . . .