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Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: July 5, 2024) |
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Title 30 - Mineral Resources |
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Chapter I - Mine Safety and Health Administration, Department of Labor |
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SubChapter B - Testing, Evaluation, and Approval of Mining Products |
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Part 15 - Requirements for Approval of Explosives and Sheathed Explosive Units |
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Subpart A - General Provisions |
§ 15.11 - Revocation.
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§ 15.11 Revocation.
(a) MSHA may revoke for cause an approval issued under this part if the explosive or sheathed explosive unit -
(1) Fails to meet the applicable technical requirements; or
(2) Creates a hazard when used in a mine.
(b) Prior to revoking an approval, the approval-holder shall be informed in writing of MSHA's intention to revoke. The notice shall -
(1) Explain the specific reasons for the proposed revocation; and
(2) Provide the approval-holder an opportunity to demonstrate or achieve compliance with the product approval requirements.
(c) Upon request, the approval-holder shall be afforded an opportunity for a hearing.
(d) If an explosive or sheathed explosive unit poses an imminent hazard to the safety or health of miners, the approval may be immediately suspended without a written notice of the agency's intention to revoke. The suspension may continue until the revocation proceedings are completed.