Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy
Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy
Rules and Regulations Governing the Use of Diesel Powered Equipment in Underground Coal Mines
[4 VAC 25 ‑ 90]
Chapter Information
| Description | The regulation sets forth requirements for operation and maintenance, ventilation, air quality, fire protection, and fuel for diesel engines being used in underground coal mining. |
| State Authority | Virginia Code Sections 45.1-161.3 , 45.1-161.106 , 45.1-161.206 |
| Federal Authority | None entered |
| Exempt from APA | No, changes to this chapter are subject to the Administrative Process Act and the standard executive branch review process. |
| Text of Regulation | Link to Virginia Administrative Code |
| Goals of Regulation |
1.) To reduce the exposure of underground coal miners to the harmful constituents of diesel exhaust. 2.) To provide for safe operation of underground diesel powered equipment. 3.) To provide for safe storage and handling of diesel fuel in underground coal mines. 4.) To encourage more productive coal mines. |
| Meetings | See all meetings (1) relating to this chapter. |
Contact Information
| Name / Title: | Michael Skiffington / Regulatory Coordinator |
| Address: |
Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy 1100 Bank Street, 8th Floor Richmond, VA 23219-3402 |
| Email Address: | mike.skiffington@dmme.virginia.gov |
| Telephone: | (804)692-3212 FAX: (804)692-3237 TDD: (800)828-1120 |
| Current Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| None | ||
| Past Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Technical amendments resulting from periodic review | Fast-Track | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 07/19/2012. |
| Amendments to Existing Regulation | Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 07/18/2001. |
| Withdrawn Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Amendments to Existing Regulation | NOIRA | Stage withdrawn on 01/01/1900 before the comment period ended. |
| Past Periodic Reviews | ||
| Date Filed | Status | |
|---|---|---|
| 4/16/2020 | Retain As Is | |
| 9/20/2016 | Retain As Is | |
| 4/19/2011 | Amend | |
| 7/3/2007 | Retain As Is | |