Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Radiation Sampling and Exposure Records (MSHA)

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), through the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), is seeking public comments on the proposed extension of an existing information collection requirement related to radiation sampling and exposure records in mining operations. This is part of a routine pre-clearance consultation process mandated by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, aimed at minimizing reporting burdens on respondents while maintaining necessary safety oversight. The solicitation invites feedback from the public and federal agencies on whether the data collection is necessary, whether the estimates of burden (time and financial resources) are accurate, and whether there are ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information being collected. Comments will inform whether the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) should approve the extension of this information collection. The radiation sampling and exposure records requirement applies to mine operators, particularly those working in environments with potential radioactive material exposure such as uranium mines. Operators are required to monitor, record, and report radiation levels and worker exposure data to ensure compliance with health and safety standards designed to protect miners from radiation-related health risks.

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