Currently, operators can request informal contests through district offices and/or proceed through formal contest via the Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission. However, every contest option has its unique steps and deadlines. Understanding these procedures is the best way to move quickly and effectively through the contest process.

During this webinar, participants will learn about:

• Procedures for initially contesting citations and orders, including the formal and informal contest options;
• The contest deadlines and timeframes for specific types of citations and orders; and
• The formal contest process and essential elements steps before the Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission.

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About the presenters

Nicholas W. Scala

Nick Scala is a Co-Chair of the national MSHA • Workplace Safety Practice at Conn Maciel Carey. He focuses his practice on issues involving mining safety and health law, representing mining companies, on both the surface and underground, independent contractors and cement manufacturers.

Mr. Scala represents and advises clients in all phases of involvement with the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), particularly guiding companies through MSHA investigations and challenging enforcement and jurisdiction by the agency. Prior to representing the mining industry, he worked as a miner and he is a Certified Mine Safety Professional through the International Society of Mine Safety Professionals.

 

Justin M. Winter

Justin M. Winter is a co-chair of the firm’s national MSHA • Workplace Safety Practice at Conn Maciel Carey.  His practice focuses on issues involving mining safety and health law.

Mr. Winter represents clients during involvement with the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), including advising clients through enforcement, various forms of MSHA inspections and investigations, and litigation before the Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission (FMSHRC).  He assists clients in preparing corporate safety policies, training procedures, and inspection procedures concerning MSHA enforcement. Mr. Winter is active in state associations involved in the mining industry, and often speaks to various industry groups on mining related issues.