MSHA Safety Training – 5 Things You May Not Know
MSHA’s (Mine Safety and Health Administration’s) mission is to safeguard the health and safety of miners. Their goal is to help mining industry players develop quality training programs and strict standards in order to ensure people’s health and overall safety around mines. MSHA certification forms part of this initiative, along with efforts to modernize training through close collaboration with industry players and stakeholders. The safety of mineworkers, as well as the protection of equipment and preventing downtime, is an essential and continual endeavor that must be given priority for the safety of mine workers across the US to avoid workplace hazards. The United States Department of Labor states that “Federal law requires that all miners receive basic and annual refresher training, and that all mine operators maintain an effective training plan. MSHA provides materials, guidance, and hands-on assistance to help miners and operators meet their training obligations and more.” What is the difference between MSHA Requirements Part 46 and Part 48? Training requirements are governed by sections of the federal code - 30 CFR Part 48 and Part 46. Part 46 covers the aggregate industry including sand, granite, lime, cement, and lime. Part 48 covers every area of underground mining and surface mining of some metals, like gold, and the mining of coal.