MINE 1840 - New Miner Training

The course introduces the student to the mine work environment with discussion on statutory rights of miners, ground control, health hazards, mine gases, transportation, communication, firefighting, electrical hazards, and explosives. Further classroom work centers on accident prevention. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will receive the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) 5000-23 Certificate of Training. This course is mandated by MSHA for all people who will be working on a mine site.
Minimum Credits: 1.5
Comments: Class is held 2-3 full days.
Grading: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory