Duration: 0.25 Hrs
Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, Video
The characteristics of every surface mine depend upon the mine’s location and the material being mined. However, there are physical characteristics common to most surface mines as a result of similarities in mining operations, types of materials being mined, and federal regulations. This course covers those common physical characteristics of surface mines. Based on MSHA’s Title 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.1.
Duration: 0.25 Hrs
Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, Video
This course discusses the development of the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977 (the Mine Act) and the creation of the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA). It also discusses MSHA activities, CFR Title 30 – Part 46 required training topics, and compliant documentation.
Duration: 0.50 Hrs
Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, Video
Mining is the search for, extraction, and processing of valuable materials from the earth’s crust. Surface and underground mining are currently the most commonly employed methods for accessing ore, minerals, or other metal and nonmetal commodities. This course covers common mining methods, as well as the lifecycle of a mine, from the development through reclamation. Based on MSHA’s Title 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.1.
Duration: 0.50 Hrs
Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, Video
Mining operations require the use of many different types of equipment and structures. This course discusses the most common types of mobile and stationary equipment used in the mining industry, such as dozers, dredges, backhoes, and shovels, as well as haulage and human transport vehicles. Information on stationary equipment, such as conveyor systems, generators, bins, hoppers, feeders, crushers, screens, and classifiers is also provided. This course also briefly describes commonly used buildings and structures, such as maintenance shops, truck scales, and equipment washing facilities. Based on MSHA’s Title 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.1.