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Directorate of Technical Support
Approval & Certification Center
Center Office


The Center Office oversees the Approval and Certification Center's mission to approve and certify equipment and materials manufactured for use in the mining industry. This process must be accomplished in accordance with the applicable parts of 30 CFR. It also ensures the integrity of approved products through a quality assurance program. It provides scientific and engineering expertise in the resolution of technical problems involving mining equipment and materials, investigation of accidents and disasters, and litigation. To carry out the mission of the Center the personnel are divided into five Divisions. They are: Any questions may be directed to the Approval and Certification Center at 304-547-0400 or by e-mail to Faini.John@dol.gov.