Rule lifecycle · DOCKET:OMB Control No. 1219-0046

Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Escape and Evacuation Plans

Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health Administration — observed across 2 documents over 1091 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.

In plain English

MSHA is extending its requirement for mining companies to report escape and evacuation procedures, keeping this information collection going longer than originally planned. Mine owners should check their emergency exit plans now and confirm they are documented and ready to provide when the agency asks.

First seen

Aug 1, 2023

Last seen

Jul 27, 2026

Latest stage

Notice

PRORULE → RULE

Comments close

Friday, September 25, 2026

Stage timeline

  1. Notice·Aug 1, 2023

    Proposed Extension of Information Collection; Escape and Evacuation Plans

    #2023-16264

  2. Notice·Jul 27, 2026·91 FR 46953

    Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Escape and Evacuation Plans

    comments close Sep 25, 2026#2026-15133