Safety Resources
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.
The Role of MSHA in Investigating Fatalities and Mining Accidents
Mining demands hard work and carries high risks, so safety must guide every shift, decision, and job site. Despite strong precautions, accidents and fatalities still occur — and when they do, MSHA takes immediate action. MSHA investigates incidents to find what went...
Why MSHA Training Is Crucial for Real-World Mining Safety
Mining ranks among the world’s most dangerous industries, making workplace safety essential, not optional. The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) helps reduce risks through strict training and safety enforcement. MSHA ensures miners, supervisors, and...
Rock Burst Prevention and Control in Underground Mining: Strategies and Safety Reporting
Discover effective methods for rock burst prevention and control in underground mining. Learn about geomechanics, monitoring systems, and safety compliance to protect workers.
Slope Failure Prevention and Highwall Safety Management
Slope failure prevention is essential for protecting workers and equipment in mining. This guide covers highwall safety management, stabilization methods, monitoring tools, and best practices to ensure safe, productive operations.
Highwall and Stockpile Stability: Safety and Prevention Practices
Highwall and stockpile stability is critical to safe mining operations. Discover the causes of failures, warning signs, and prevention methods that protect lives and
Ground Support Scaling: Procedures, Training, and Safety Standards
Ground support scaling is a critical safety procedure in mining that protects workers from rockfalls and unstable ground. This guide covers the process, tools, hazards, safety standards, and training needed to perform scaling effectively and keep mining sites safe.
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.
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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