MSHA Surface Mining Emergency Procedures

Explore MSHA Part 46 emergency procedures for surface mines. Covers response plans, rescue and more. 

  • 100% Online, Self-Paced Course  
  • Certificate of Completion Included 
  • Aligned With MSHA Part 46 Standards 
  • Includes Most Up-to-Date Course Material

About This Course

Surface mining emergencies can happen fast. Whether from an explosion, a fall, a mechanical failure, or another unexpected event, it’s important to be prepared. This 100% online, self-paced course provides a practical overview of MSHA Part 46 emergency operations requirements and the procedures that help keep workers as safe as possible when incidents occur. 

You’ll review the essentials of emergency response plans, rescue operations, self-rescue devices, first aid, and incident reporting, with guidance on how these elements fit into an employer’s Part 46 training plan.  

This training is appropriate for anyone who works at a surface mine, including operators, supervisors, safety staff, managers, and other miners. By the end of the course, you’ll be better prepared to recognize an emergency, follow established procedures, and support actions that prioritize workplace safety and compliance. 

Who Needs MSHA Surface Mining Emergency Procedures Training?

Anyone who works at a surface mine should complete an approved Surface Mining Emergency Procedures course. This includes operators, supervisors, managers, safety personnel, and miners. 

This course is offered in partnership with Compliance Training Online™, OSHA.com and Compliance Training Online™, are 360training™ companies. 

Course Facts

24x7 ACCESS

What You Get

Certificate of Completion

ENGAGING TRAINING

Duration

2 Hours

DEDICATED SUPPORT

Learning Type

100% online, available 24/7

IMMEDIATE RESULTS

Course Access

Courses Available 24/7

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Course Structure

At your own pace, save progress as you go

TOP QUALITY

Course Updates

Content is updated and current

Topics Covered    

Introduction to MSHA Surface Mining Emergency Procedures 

  • Accident Statistics 
  • General Causes of Mining Accidents 
  • Applicability 
  • Key Terms and Definitions 
  • Site-specific Hazard Awareness Training 
  • Recordkeeping 

Emergency Procedures Overview 

  • Reporting Accidents 
  • Dirty Dozen 
  • Crisis Situations 
  • Emergency Response Plan 
  • Emergency Response Plan Checklist 

Types of Emergencies 

  • Fires and Explosions 
  • Personal Injury 
  • Falls and Falling Material 
  • Mechanical Failure 
  • Electrical Hazards 
  • Vehicular Emergencies 
  • Acts of Nature 
  • Mine Security 

Communicating Emergencies and Implementing Rescue Operations 

  • Rescue Operations 
  • Self-Rescue Devices 

First Aid 

  • Training
  • Tools
  • First Aid Versus Medical Treatment
MSHA Surface Mining Emergency Procedures
$39.99

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