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	Mine ID Request

		
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                7000-51


    Description
                    
                All mines are required to apply for an MSHA mine identification number. An MSHA ID is required for each mine site and must be issued before any operations may begin.


    Control ID
                    
                1219-0042


    Expiration Date
                    
                Thu, 12/31/2026 - 00:00


    Filing Instructions
                    
                A mine ID may be requested by completing the online form or by contacting your local district office.Fill Out Form, Print, and Mail/FaxFile onlineChange online filing registration information


    Contact Information
                    
                Questions regarding this form should be directed to MSHA at (877) 778-6055 or desk.help@dol.gov


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                **MSHA Mine ID Request Disclaimer**The report is used to establish a unique Mine Identification Number (Mine ID) for each mine. Any personal information (e-mail or otherwise) submitted is used for contact purposes only. This personal information is not used or distributed to any other agency or used for any other purpose.
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    Burden Statement
                    
                Public reporting burden for this form is estimated to average 20 minutes per response. The burden estimate includes the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and submitting the form. This collection of information is mandatory. You are not required to respond to this collection of information unless it displays a valid OMB control number. Send comments regarding the accuracy of the burden estimate and any suggestions for reducing the burden to: Mine Safety & Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Standards, Regulations and Variances, 201 12th Street South, Suite 4E401., Arlington, VA 22202-5452, Paperwork Reduction Project (1219-0042). NOTE: Do not send your completed form to this address.


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