Training is Key to Mine Operators’ Safety and Compliance Efforts

Training is among the primary responsibilities that mine operators face. MSHA’s regulations include a number of necessary trainings, with substantive requirements for each. Beyond MSHA, it is incumbent upon mine operators to provide the best training they can so that miners are working safely. The issue of training has taken on an even greater focus of late, both due to challenges of newer workers in the workforce and MSHA points of emphasis. This month, Arthur and Chris welcome DJ Schmutz and Jenifer Padgett from MSHA Safety Services to discuss all things training, including regulatory requirements, ongoing challenges, and best practices to provide the most useful training for your workforce.