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
The federal government is extending its requirement for mining companies to file written escape and evacuation plans that show workers how to exit safely during emergencies. If you run a mining operation, review your evacuation plan, make sure all workers understand the escape routes, and verify every exit is clearly marked and unblocked.
First seen
Aug 1, 2023
Last seen
Jul 27, 2026
Latest stage
Notice
PRORULE → RULE
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Comments close
Friday, September 25, 2026
Stage timeline
Notice·Aug 1, 2023
Proposed Extension of Information Collection; Escape and Evacuation Plans
#2023-16264
Notice·Jul 27, 2026·91 FR 46953
Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Escape and Evacuation Plans
comments close Sep 25, 2026#2026-15133