Work at any mine under MSHA jurisdiction in the United States
Training is an essential part of MSHA’s mission to keep miners safe and healthy. Our goal is to help the mining industry develop high-quality training programs and to strengthen and modernize training through collaboration with industry stakeholders. Federal law requires that all miners receive basic and annual refresher training and that all mine operators maintain an effective training plan.
TARGET AUDIENCE:
- Individuals willing to become miners and work at a mine site must undergo thorough training in an MSHA Safety Training Class to ensure they understand the various safety protocols and regulations that govern the industry.
- This training is essential for those interested in pursuing a fulfilling career in the mining industry, as it equips them with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the unique challenges associated with mining operations.
- Moreover, all contractors planning to work at a US mine across the 50 states are required to complete this training as well, as it promotes a safer working environment for everyone involved.
- Furthermore, miners with prior mining experience in other countries who wish to gain employment in the United States will need to obtain MSHA safety certification to comply with national regulations, thereby enhancing their qualifications and contributing to the overall safety of mining operations within the country.
- This rigorous process not only fosters individual growth and accountability but also helps maintain a high standard of safety across the mining sector.
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MSHA CFR Part 48 Compliance
PART 48 B New Miner for Surface Only and Surface on Underground in Metal and Non-Metal Mines
A 24-hour New Miner Training is required. A surface mine means an area containing an open pit excavation, surface operations incident to an underground mine, or associated activities adjacent to the excavation or surface operations, from which coal or other minerals are produced for sale, exchange, or commercial use; and includes all buildings and equipment above the surface of the ground used in connection with such mining. It will cover courses that are more specific to hazards and risks in the mining environment. Everyone in the mine has to know and be familiar with, all the safety rules.
What training is required for a newly employed miner who has not gained “experienced miner” status?
If a newly employed miner has completed new miner training within 36 months of starting work at a different mine, the miner must receive “experienced miner” training. However, If the miner has not completed the training within 36 months, the miner must repeat the training at a different mine. Then, after becoming an “experienced miner” or completing the “new miner” training, the miner is then subject to all other training required for “experienced miners” at the mine. Learn More
PART 48 B Annual Refresher for Surface Operation Miners
This course is intended for individuals who have completed and have received MSHA Part 48 B New Miner Training certification and/or have received MSHA Part 48 B Annual Refresher Training and require renewing their certification.
MSHA requires an annual refresher training of 8 hours for active miners. This training covers emergency procedures mines have in place for handling emergencies. these might include earthquakes, landslides, rocks falling, hazardous spills, and hazardous materials. Knowing what to do, could be the difference between life and death. This course is intended for individuals who have completed and have received MSHA Part 48 B New Miner Training certification and/or have received MSHA Part 48 B Annual Refresher Training and require renewing their certification.
To maintain MSHA compliance you must complete MSHA annual refresher training every year. Completing annual refresher training allows you to work on a mine site for the year. What happens if you skip a year? Click here to learn how and when MSHA training expires. Learn more
PART 48 B Experienced Miner for Surface Operation Miners
Definition of an “Experienced Miner”
How does the new training rule change the definition of an “experienced miner”?
The old rule required a miner to receive new miner training within 12 months or to accumulate 12 months of mining experience within the previous 36 months to be considered an “experienced miner.” The new rule requires that a miner both receive new miner training and have 12 months of mining experience to qualify as an “experienced miner.”
Can the miner then lose that status as an “experienced miner” by being away from mining for a while?
No. Once a miner has received new miner training and has accumulated 12 months of mining experience, MSHA considers that miner to be experienced for life for training purposes. If the miner is away from mining for more than 36 months after receiving new miner training, and before accumulating 12 months of mining experience, the new rule requires that the miner to repeat new miner training. After taking new miner training the miner will then have another 36 months in which to finish accumulating the 12 months of mining experience needed to be an “experienced miner” for training purposes. Learn more
PART 48 A New Miner Underground in Metal and Non-Metal Mines
Underground mining means mining carried out beneath the surface utilizing shafts, tunnels, or other underground openings. Underground mining means all human-made excavations below the surface of the ground through shafts or tunnels to explore for, develop, or produce valuable minerals. It will cover courses that are more specific to hazards and risks in this mining environment like Mine Gases and Rock Bolting. To enter an underground mine, you will need to get a 5000-23 certificate, a 32-hour New Miner Safety Training is required. Plus 8 hours of site specific training will be carried out by the mine.
Each mine has a different layout. The site specific training will issue a separate 5000-23 certificate. Our training covers underground coal, metal, and non-metal mines. The underground miner will also need to complete an 8-hour refresher training each year. Learn more
We offer New Miner Underground classes the third Monday–Thursday of the month.
PART 46 New Miner for Surface in Non-Metal Mines
There are two types of training requirements in 30 CFR, Part 46 and Part 48. Part 48 covers all underground mines, surface coal mines, surface metal and some nonmetal mines. Part 46 on the other hand covers Non-Metal and are very specific types of mines. NOTE: If you are a contractor at a Part 46 mine you may also be under Part 48. Tha’s why it is recommended to take the Part 48 training which will also give you access to mines under Part 46 jurisdiction. For Part 46 Surface Miner Training, MSHA allows for use of either the 5000-23 or a form that will be considered compliant if it contains five specified items of information. If your workers fall into this situation, please register as Part 48 B using the following link:
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ON-SITE TRAINING
Suitable for New Miner for Surface and Underground mining. We come to you. A group of 10 or more participants. Logistics expenses will be added to the Online Training Fee and prorated between the number of participants.
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This type of training results in:
Personal in-classroom training customized for your type of business.
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Logistic costs are shared and added equally over the online cost and between the number of participants.
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YOU GET A REAL MSHA CERTIFICATION 5000-23
This certification not only fulfills a legal requirement but also plays a significant role in enhancing safety and health standards in mining operations. Ensuring accessibility of these federal training certificates at the mine site is vital for inspection by regulatory bodies like the Mine Safety and Health Administration, miners, their representatives, and State agencies, promoting transparency and accountability in training procedures. Instructors are obligated to provide miners with a signed copy of their training certificate upon completion to serve as tangible proof of their competencies. Additionally, miners should receive a copy of their training certificate upon departure from employment, emphasizing the importance of retaining such documentation for future career prospects and continuous professional growth.
We offer MSHA Safety Training Services for Mining Companies, Contractor employees, and individuals.
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TRAINING AVAILABLE FOR SPANISH-SPEAKING MINERS ON DEMAND
Federal Law states the miner must get Safety Training in the language he understands most.
Therefore, we offer MSHA 5000-23 Safety Training in Spanish.
All videos and presentations produced by MSHA, and other providers will be presented in this language.