MSHA Safety Training Certification

Introduction to the Mine Environment

Introduction to the Mine Environment Courses

MSHA Safety Training Certification

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.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify the common physical features of surface mines
  • Define the angle of repose
  • Describe why the angle of repose is critical to mine safety
  • List several uses of berms at surface mines

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.

Learning Objectives

  • State the origins of the Mine Act
  • Describe how the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) was created and what its mission is
  • State the purpose of Part 46 of Title 30 Code of Federal Regulations
  • List the training requirements for miners and contractors at surface mines
  • State the basic compliance requirements for miner training and 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.

Learning Objectives

  • List the various types of surface and underground mines
  • Describe how mines are developed and ultimately reclaimed
  • Describe the basic extraction and processing operations at a surface mine

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.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify and describe common mobile excavation and hauling equipment
  • Identify and describe common stationary processing equipment
  • Describe common types of conveyors
  • List common buildings and structures at a mine