Part 48 Subpart A New Miner Training
$599.00
Part 48 Subpart A New Miner Training covers all the training topics miners need to get started working at underground mine sites. Miners may need additional site-specific training at the mine site. This training also includes the Hazardous Communication Standard (HAZCOM) and is designed with interactive teaching methods that are shown to increase information retention and engagement.
This training is required by MSHA to be completed annually by all miners working on active underground mine sites.
32 hours of online training is provided in a digital classroom with an experienced MSHA Blue Card certified instructor. 8 hours of training will need to be conducted by a mine operator for on-site hazard training.
This course includes three days of consecutive training, and an additional day that can be scheduled separately. Schedule those first three days now and you will receive an email shortly to schedule the additional day.
Reviews
“First underground MSHA class, best I’ve ever had and set the bar really high! MSHA Safety Services!”
“It was very interesting and opened my eyes to a lot more hazards in the workplace and how important work safety really is. Not only for yourself but to the people around you as well.”
“Better than any online class I have had in the past!”
“This was a much more enjoyable class than others I’ve been through, which made understanding the material easier as well.”
Specifications
- Classes run from 7:15 AM MST to 3:45 PM MST per day. Classes outside these hours may be available upon request at an increased rate.
- Topics Covered
- Miners Rights
- Self-Rescue and respiratory devices
- Entering and Leaving the Mine, Transportation, and Communications
- Introduction to the Work Environment
- Escape and Emergency Evacuation: Firefighting; Escapeways: Barricading
- Ground Control; Ventilation; Roof Control
- Health; Hearing; DPM
- Hazard Recognition
- Electrical Hazards
- First Aid
- Explosives
- Health and Safety for New Miners
- Mine Gases (As Needed)
- Hazardous Communication Standard (HAZCOM)
Requirements
Experience
- This course is for new miners entering the industry and has no educational or experiential prerequisites.
Conduct
- MSHA Safety Services expects and requires all participants to participate in class and hold themselves in a respectful manner. We have ZERO tolerance for offensive behavior, vulgar/foul language, and harassment of any type. If you participate if any of these, you will be kicked out of the training session.
Time
- Classes are typically conducted on weekdays from 7:15AM to 3:45PM Mountain Time (MST) with various short breaks throughout the day.
- Participants are required to arrive on time each day and come back from breaks on time. Failure to follow this requirement can result in dismissal from class or not receiving your training certificates.
Daily
- All participants need to be signed into class by 7:00AM MST with their webcam on. Anyone not in class by 7:15AM will not be permitted in class and will have to reschedule.
Breaks
- Breaks will be scattered throughout the training but typically there will be a 5-minute break every hour.
Participation
- Everyone is expected to give their full attention during class time.
- Cellphones or other devices are not permitted (unless used solely for the class) and should be silenced. You can use them during your break.
- Participants should minimize distractions before the training starts. Set yourself up in a quiet place away from distractions.
- Some classes are up to 3 days in length. Ensure you have things in place to keep yourself free from interruptions during this time (reschedule meetings/phone calls/etc.).
Materials
- All participants will need a computer or smart phone with video camera and microphone capabilities. The classroom is online and you must be visible for the instructor to see.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I get a 5000-32?
Upon completion of the class you will receive a printable PDF copy of the 5000-23 to the email you registered with. You should save the PDF copy for your records. PDF copies are accepted by MSHA as a valid documentation form for training records.
Does MSHA training expire?
In short, yes. To remain compliant, you must take an Annual Refresher training course every year. Annual training lasts until one year from the end of the month you received the training. So, if you received training on June 10, 2023, your MSHA training would expire on June 30, 2024. However, it is best to not delay your annual training to the last minute, since working after your training has expired can result in severe fines, penalties, and even the shutdown of the mine site.
Does this training permit me to work on surface and underground mine sites?
No, this Part 48 Subpart A training only covers underground mine sites. If you plan on working on surface-level operations, you will also need Part 46 training or Part 48 Subpart B training depending on the operation to remain in compliance. This online course only covers Part 48 Subpart A training.
What course do I need to take if I’m re-entering the mining industry?
Miners who have taken a 40-hour MSHA Part 48 subpart A training course and worked for 12 months in an underground mine are considered “experienced miners”. If you meet these requirements and have been out of the industry for more than 5 years, you only need to take the 8-hour MSHA Part 48 Subpart A Annual Refresher training course to return to work in an underground mine. If you don’t have 12 months of experience in an underground mine, you’ll need to retake the 40-hour MSHA Part 48 subpart A training course before you return to work in an underground mine.