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MSHA Fire Suppression and Fire Protection Advisor

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The minimum requirements are:

1A. Automatic fire supression system meeting 75.1107-3 thru 75.1107-16
OR
1B. Enclosed in a noncombustible structure or area.75.343(a)

2. Vented with intake air that is coursed directly into a return air course.75.343(b)

Additional text of the regulations and text in the Program Policy Manual not included in this Advisor may be relevant for compliance decisions. This answer may not address all particular situations which may occur at your mine. Please contact your local MSHA District Manager for more specific guidance.

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