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There when you need them: Mine safety rescue teams prepare for emergencies
There’s a saying that for every minute spent on planning, 10 are saved on execution. This adage applies well to…
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Mine rescue teams recognized for their efforts on Oct. 30
In 2013, the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) established Oct. 30 as national Mine Rescue Day as a…
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Analysis of U.S. surface mining haul-truck-related fatalities
Powered haulage and haul-truck-related fatal accidents are among the most frequent at surface mines. Industry organizations have developed guidance on…
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Proposed silica rule published on MSHA website
The U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has published the proposed silica rule to amend existing standards. The proposal…
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Improving mine health and safety training through the development of Montana Technological University’s mine health and safety training program
The Mining Engineering Department at Montana Technological University (Montana Tech) has a new U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)-approved…
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Senators representing Appalachia call out delay of new silica exposure standard
New rules on silica exposure for coal miners have not yet been released, prompting five democratic senators from states in…
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US Department of Labor launches app to provide miners access to health, safety, miners’ rights information
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) launched an app for use on iPhone and Android…
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MSHA takes action to reduce miners’ exposure to silica dust
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has launched a new enforcement initiative to better protect…
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US Department of Labor announces availability of $10.5 million in state grant funding to support mine safety, health training, education
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration announced the availability of more than $10.5 million in fiscal…
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Christopher Williamson confirmed as new MSHA administrator
Christopher Williamson was confirmed by the U.S. Senate on March 29 as the new head of the U.S. Mine Safety…
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