Any decision not to place a mine on POV status will be documented, and the mine will be closely monitored for backsliding. Mines that do meet reductions will also be monitored and subject to future potential POV screenings.

A POV panel consisting of personnel from three separate divisions of MSHA will review any questions raised on mitigating factors regarding mines selected for potential POV action. This panel will help ensure consistency of application of both the quantitative and qualitative criteria.