Rethinking the Conference: MSHA’s Guidance on the New CLIR Program
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has issued guidance regarding its new Conference Litigation and Investigative Resources (CLIR) program and the process for conferencing enforcement actions. In this episode, Chris and Arthur break down what has changed, how the new approach may affect conferences and citation disputes, and what mine operators should expect when conferencing MSHA enforcement actions. We’ll also discuss practical strategies for safety professionals and mine management to get the most out of the conference process.
Mine operators looking to request a conference with MSHA should use the email address for their District in the list provided here.
28 Aug 2026
No Quorum, No Problem? What Changes at the Mine Safety and Health Review Commission
Major personnel changes at the Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission could soon leave the Commission without the quorum needed to decide cases. In this episode, Arthur and Chris explain what the Review Commission does, where things stand today, and what happens to Mine Act litigation when the Commission cannot act. They also discuss what the changing landscape means for mine operators and practical steps operators should consider when contesting citations and litigating cases before Commission judges.
30 Jul 2026
What’s new with MSHA conferencing and litigation? An update on recent changes
MSHA's Conferencing and Litigation Program has undergone significant changes over the last couple of months. In this episode, Arthur and Chris discuss these changes and how operators can adjust their approach to dealing with CLRs when conferencing or contesting citations. They also provide an important update regarding the litigation process as the Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission has undergone staffing and structural reorganizations.
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