If MSHA had engaged in timely enforcement of the Mine Act and applicable standards and regulations, it would have lessened the chances of, and possibly could have prevented, the Upper Big Branch explosion.
Kline cites NIOSH's findings on MSHA's enforcement failures regarding mine safety.
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