Mine Safety Basics
What does MSHA stand for?
What is the Mine Safety and Health Administration
What must be included in site-specific hazard training?
What are specific risks, hazards, and safety procedures at the mine site?
What is the first step a miner should take in an emergency?
What is stay calm, assess the situation, and notify a supervisor?
What is the most common health hazard miners face?
What is exposure to respirable dust and silica?
Under MSHA, do miners have the right to refuse unsafe work?
What is yes, miners have the right to refuse work they believe is unsafe?
What is the minimum required annual refresher training for Part 46 miners?
What is 8 Hours
What is one example of a site-specific hazard at a surface mine?
What is highwall instability, equipment traffic, or hazardous materials?
What signal is commonly used to indicate an emergency evacuation?
What is three short blasts of a horn or an alarm system?
What type of PPE should be worn when working in dusty conditions?
What is a respirator or dust mask?
What is the role of a miner’s representative?
What is to represent workers in safety concerns and inspections?
Who is responsible for ensuring miners receive proper training?
Who is the mine operator or independent contractor.
Why is it important to conduct a workplace exam before beginning work?
What is to identify and correct hazards before starting work?
Where should miners report in the event of an emergency?
What is the designated meeting area or muster point?
Why is silica exposure dangerous for miners?
What is it can cause lung disease such as silicosis?
How can a miner report a safety violation without fear of retaliation?
What is by filing a complaint with MSHA, which will keep it confidential?
What document must be completed to track a miner's training history.
What is a training record or MSHA Form 5000-23
What should a miner do if they encounter a previously unidentified hazard?
What is report it immediately to a supervisor and follow site procedures?
What is the purpose of a mine’s Emergency Response Plan (ERP)?
What is to provide a plan of action for responding to mine emergencies?
What are the long-term effects of prolonged noise exposure in mining?
What is hearing loss or permanent damage to the ears?
What penalties can mine operators face for failing to provide proper training?
What are citations, fines, or shutdowns for noncompliance?
What is the primary goal of Part 46 training?
What is to ensure miners can recognize and avoid hazards to work safely.
How often must site-specific hazard training be conducted?
What is before a miner begins work at a new mine or when conditions change?
How often must emergency procedures be reviewed with miners?
What is at least once per year as part of refresher training?
How can miners reduce their risk of heat stress while working?
What is drink water, take breaks, and wear lightweight clothing?
What protections does the Federal Mine Safety & Health Act provide to miners?
What is ensuring safe working conditions and protecting miners from retaliation?