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Ogletree Deakins’ Margo Lopez says she’s seeing an uptick in Mine Safety & Health Administration inspector misconduct of late. As Lopez describes: “It is sometimes former disgruntled employees as an inspector, or sometimes people just having the wrong mindset to be out there in the field.” Photo: Pit & Quarry

Roundtable attendees talk MSHA inspections (Part 2)

In a discussion at the Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference, industry leaders shared their experiences of late with the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA). Keep Reading

Says Luck Stone’s Raymond Slaughter: “You can have the safest site, but if [employees are] not aware then it’s hard to make the right decision.” Photo: Pit & Quarry

Working to improve safety on jobsites (Part 1)

Although technology plays a role in making worksites safer, many producers say they’re intensifying training efforts to impart the basics on new employees. Keep Reading

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Eleventh 2025 mining fatality reported as first quarter ends

The Mine Safety & Health Administration last reported a fatal accident March 28. Keep Reading

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Mining fatalities up to start 2025

Five miners died in January accidents according to reports available on the Mine Safety & Health Administration’s website. Keep Reading

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MSHA: Latest screening yields no POV violators

The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) reports that none of the nation’s mines met the criteria based on a late 2024 screening. Keep Reading

Says MSHA assistant secretary Chris Williamson: “It’s critically important at MSHA – especially on the enforcement side – that you’re always bringing in new inspectors [and] that you’re always backfilling people when they leave.” Photo: MSHA

Exclusive: MSHA chief reflects on tenure as assistant secretary

Chris Williamson, assistant secretary of the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA), reflects on his tenure leading the agency as his final day nears in January. Keep Reading

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Mining fatalities skyrocket in August, September

The Mine Safety & Health Administration reports 13 fatal accidents happened across the two months. Keep Reading

This fully electric Marion 7820 model operating in one section of the FEC Quarry was a focus of the Young Leaders tour. Photo: P&Q Staff

Cemex’s FEC Quarry earns top environmental award

The Miami operation took the top honor in the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association’s 2024 Environmental Excellence program. Keep Reading

In a male-dominated industry like aggregates, some employees might not think they need mental health resources – until they need them. Photo: FG Trade/E+/Getty Images

Making mental health manageable for employees

While safety is priority No. 1 in the aggregate industry, there is a risk to workers that sometimes goes unseen. Keep Reading

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