safety and health
MSHA awards mine safety, health grants
More than $10.5 million in state grant funding will be used to support health and safety training throughout the country. Keep Reading
Addressing fatigue in the mining workforce
Shift work schedules can increase the likelihood of fatigue on the job. Implementing a fatigue risk management system is a proven way to combat fatigue within the mining workforce. Keep Reading
What’s ahead with MSHA on powered haulage?
With fatal powered haulage accidents this year already up over 2020, the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) will likely be developing a related rule for operators. Keep Reading
New look at the test for discrimination
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a decision that could signal a major shift in the way Mine Safety & Health Administration discrimination cases are litigated. Keep Reading
Pair of fatalities characterized as powered haulage accidents
Nine miners have died this year, based on the latest details from the Mine Safety & Health Administration. The agency classified the last two incidents as powered haulage accidents. Keep Reading
Presenting P&Q’s 2021 Start-Up Guide
Pit & Quarry's March 2021 print edition includes a special section devoted to spring start-up, but you can also check out the content online to prepare for the production season ahead. Keep Reading
MSHA weighs in on spring start-up
P&Q reached out to the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) with three questions related to spring start-up. A department spokesperson offered a reply. Keep Reading
Cemex puts spotlight on safety with dedicated week
Cemex USA hosted Safety Week earlier this month to recommit employees to safety and health for the new year ahead. Keep Reading
Proposed MSHA rule coming on motor-driven equipment
The Mine Safety & Health Administration's (MSHA) latest proposed rule is about adopting standards for electric motor-driven mine equipment and accessories. Keep Reading
