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In an effort to assist mining operations in their compliance efforts, MSHA is providing a list of the "Most Frequently Cited Standards" by mine type. We hope by providing this information, focus will be placed on areas that need attention.

Please note: The current year will be year-to-date information only.


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Previous Years

Most Frequently Cited Standards by Mine Type for 2006 (Historical File)
If you would like to see the Top Twenty Violations for 2006, please use this link.

Most Frequently Cited Standards by Mine Type for 2005 (Historical File)
If you would like to see the Top Twenty Violations for 2005, please use this link.

Most Frequently Cited Standards by Mine Type for 2004 (Historical File)
If you would like to see the Top Twenty Violations for 2004, please use this link.

Most Frequently Cited Standards by Mine Type for 2003 (Historical File)
If you would like to see the Top Twenty Violations for 2003, please use this link.

Most Frequently Cited Standards by Mine Type for 2002 (Historical File)
If you would like to see the Top Twenty Violations for 2002, please use this link.

Most Frequently Cited Standards by Mine Type for 2001 (Historical File)
If you would like to see the Top Twenty Violations for 2001, please use this link.