MSHA
Mine fatalities near all-time low as 2024 approaches finish
Although accidents continue to happen, the mining industry is having one of its best safety years since fatalities data was originally recorded. Keep Reading
Raising the bar on guardrails, machine guarding
Guardrails and machine guarding are fundamental safeguards within the aggregate industry, yet they are frequently cited standards during inspections. Keep Reading
A look back and what’s ahead for MSHA
The return of President Donald Trump to the White House in January should bring significant changes to the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA). Keep Reading
MSHA awards 47 grants for training efforts
The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) recently awarded more than $10.5 million to organizations in nearly every state. Keep Reading
How to effectively utilize the MSHA close-out conference
Ogletree Deakins leaders present strategies to make the most out of these. Keep Reading
Prioritizing conveyor safety, training and parts replacement
Martin Engineering’s Jerad Heitzler presents a healthy list of action items for mine operators to consider as they prepare for the upcoming winter months. Keep Reading
Brookwood-Sago grants awarded to seven organizations
The University of Arizona, Penn State University and West Virginia University are among the grant recipients this year. Keep Reading
Mining fatalities skyrocket in August, September
The Mine Safety & Health Administration reports 13 fatal accidents happened across the two months. Keep Reading
Knowing your rights under the Federal Mine Safety & Health Act
Mine operators and managers have rights, too, and it is essential they know what they are before the Mine Safety & Health Administration arrives. Keep Reading
