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Stay informed. Stay Safe. New regulations and developments in mining safety are constantly being made.

We want to help you stay informed on everything you need to know to keep your team and your mine site safe and efficient. As new regulations and advancements in mining safety evolve, discover how to ensure the safety and efficiency of your team and mine site through our industry articles, FAQs, and downloadable MSHA documents.

Featured Articles

Explore the latest insights and updates on mine safety and industry practices.

Preparing for MSHA Inspections in the New Year

Preparing for MSHA Inspections in the New Year

Get ahead of the new year before inspectors do. Join Jenifer Padgett, CMSP, PHR, Director of Operations at MSHA Safety Services Inc, for a forward-looking webinar on preparing your operation for MSHA inspections in 2027. Learn what to review, update, and tighten up...

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Year-End Safety Performance Review

Year-End Safety Performance Review

As the year winds down, it's time to take stock. Join DJ Schmutz, President and Owner of MSHA Safety Services Inc, for a candid look back at safety performance across the industry this year — what worked, what didn't, and where operations should focus heading into the...

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Annual Refresher Training: Making It Defensible

Annual Refresher Training: Making It Defensible

Not all refresher training holds up under scrutiny. Join Kim Redding, Director of Compliance Support at MSHA Safety Services Inc, for a practical webinar on building annual refresher training that's not just compliant on paper, but defensible when it counts. Learn...

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Epilepsy and Diabetes for November Awareness Month

Epilepsy and Diabetes for November Awareness Month

November Awareness Month — is your operation prepared? Join Genalee Brewer, Safety Trainer and Technician, and Jason Epstein, Business Development Manager at MSHA Safety Services Inc, for a straight-talk webinar on epilepsy and diabetes on the job site. Discover what...

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Fall Protection Enforcement and Supervisor Duties

Fall Protection Enforcement and Supervisor Duties

Fall protection is under the enforcement microscope — is your team ready? Join Genalee Brewer, Safety Trainer and Technician at MSHA Safety Services Inc, for a fast-paced webinar on what enforcement teams are looking for and what supervisors are on the hook to...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Online Training Approved by MSHA?

If the company has an approved MSHA training plan then online training is appropriate. See this link for MSHA Safety Services training plan.

Are MSHA Safety Services Instructors MSHA Certified?

MSHA Safety Services instructors are all Blue Card MSHA certified and have been approved on the training plan submitted to MSHA.

Do I Get a 5000-23?

Upon completion of the Part 48 course 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.

Is There Additional Training Required at the Site?

Remember that site specific training and any task specific training will still be required when you go to site by persons at the site.

What If I Have Multiple People Taking the Class With One Webcam?

 Each participant’s face must be clearly visible to the instructor for the entire training session. We recommend no more than 3-4 people share a single camera. If your group has more than 4 people sharing one camera, please reach out to us before training begins to get approval from the instructor. Groups that don’t comply may be marked incomplete and removed from class.

What If Training Is Not Offered During a Time When I Need It?

Feel free to reach out to us for training outside specific days. We do require a minimum class size or cost to provide this training.

What Do I Need For This Training?

You 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.

How Long Does the Training Take?

MSHA requires annual refresher training to take a minimum of 8 hours. Unlike some competitors of ours most of our annual refresher training can be completed in 8 hours. New miner training requires a minimum of 24 hours and again most can be completed in three normal days.

Is Underground Training Available?

MSHA Safety Services does have an approved training plan. Please reach out for any specific questions you may have on this training.

What is MSHA Safety Services Expectations For Me?

A system test must be performed the weekday before the test (Either Friday or Monday before class).

Active and attentive classroom participation.

Participation in discussions by voice or chat as lead by the instructor.

On time attendance everyday.

Useful MSHA Documents

Download the documents you need to meet MSHA requirements.

Blank Certificate of Training

Surface Ground Control Checklist

Blank Certificate of Training

Mine Accident, Injury, and Illness Report

Our MSHA Approved Training Plan

Title 30 Federal Regulations

Daily Examination of Working Places Form

Citation/Order Review

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