Safety
How technology and training are shaping mine safety efforts
Industry leaders discussed equipment innovation, workforce onboarding and the importance of safety culture during last month’s Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference. Keep Reading
Assessing the cost of ‘just this once’
Steve Fuller explains why shortcuts can still lead to catastrophic consequences. Keep Reading
MSHA’s 2027 budget signals leaner staffing, tech-focused enforcement
The agency’s proposed budget would reduce staffing and expand the focus on AI tools, data analytics and technology-driven inspections. Keep Reading
MSHA renews alliance with AEM
The alliance ensures manufacturers and contractors have access to information, guidance and training resources designed to protect the health and safety of miners. Keep Reading
Analyzing MSHA’s evolving enforcement posture – and more
Ogletree Deakins’ Bill Doran breaks down MSHA enforcement trends, silica rule uncertainty and what’s ahead for MSHA. Keep Reading
MSHA reports all-time low injury rate for 2025
The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) reports that injury rates fell to an all-time low of 1.74 per 200,000 hours worked last year. Keep Reading
Three daily habits that can reduce risk on every shift
Steve Fuller provides three daily habits that can reduce risk and promote safety on every shift. Keep Reading
Mining fatalities climb with March-April spike
After a February lull, MSHA reports indicate that six miners have died in a five-week span. Keep Reading
MSHA renews alliance with NSSGA
MSHA renewed its alliance with NSSGA, ensuring that industry personnel, including contractors, have access to resources that protect miners' health and safety. Keep Reading
