Since its release, Standard for Design of General Layout and Transportation for Coal Enterprises has effectively promoted the standardization work of the general layout and transportation in the coal industry. Its provisions cover a lot of relevant specification contents, which is convenient for designers to query and use. However, with the development of the specifications in the coal and related industries, many of its provisions are in conflict with the actual situations in practical work, affecting the authority of the standards and specifications. Combining some design experiences, review requirements in practical work and the latest specifications, the author conducts a detailed discussion on the relevant provisions in the standard, providing relevant suggestions for the better application and revision of the standard.