Guarding Violations Not ‘Flagrant’ Violations Under Mine Act

By Ellen Smith A limestone operator’s guarding violations did not constitute a “reckless disregard” or flagrant violations of mine safety standards, and MSHA’s total proposed fines of $547,100 for six violations of §56.14107(a), and one violation of §56.14112(b), were reduced to a total of $44,000 by Review Commission Judge David Simonton.

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TRIP Report Cites Dangers on Rural Roads

America’s rural heartland is home to nearly 50 million people, and its natural resources provide the energy, food and fiber that support the nation’s economy and way of life. But a new report finds that the nation’s rural transportation system, which is critical to the nation’s booming agriculture, energy and tourism sectors, is in need of modernization to address deficient…

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ConExpo Latin America Holds Successful Briefing

ConExpo Latin America conducted a well-attended and well-received exhibitor-information meeting in Santiago, Chile; construction equipment manufacturers and related industry companies learned details directly from show organizers about exhibiting at this world-class event that is bringing the unique ConExpo brand of quality and value to the region.

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Wood Appointed NSSGA Communications VP

The National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (NSSGA) appointed Bailey Wood to the role of vice president of communications. In this position, he will be a key leader as the association implements Rocks Build America, a three-year strategic plan to grow the scope and influence of the aggregates industry and refortify America’s infrastructure backbone.

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