Rule lifecycle · DOCKET:MSHA-2025-0087

Electronic Surveying Equipment in Underground Coal Mines

Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health Administration — observed across 2 documents over 21 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.

In plain English

The Labor Department is setting new safety standards for electronic surveying and measurement tools used in underground coal mines. Coal mine operators and equipment sellers should review the final rule to understand which devices meet the standards and what testing or certifications your business needs.

First seen

Jul 1, 2025

Last seen

Jul 22, 2025

Latest stage

Proposed Rule

PRORULE → RULE

Stage timeline

  1. Proposed·Jul 1, 2025

    Electronic Surveying Equipment in Underground Mines

    #2025-11741

  2. Proposed·Jul 22, 2025

    Electronic Surveying Equipment in Underground Coal Mines

    #2025-13747