The Directorate of Technical Support provides engineering, scientific, and technical expertise to other MSHA program areas. Technical Support conducts in-mine studies to maintain the health and safety of miners, participates in accident investigations, and assists in mine emergency operations. The Directorate also tests equipment and materials for safe underground mining use, and issues approvals for equipment and products meeting established standards.
The Directorate of Technical Support is headquartered in Washington, DC with operations carried out by two technology centers.
- Learn about the Pittsburgh Safety & Health Technology Center (Bruceton, PA)
- Learn about the Approval & Certification Center (Triadelphia, WV)
| Contact | Phone | |
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| Wesley Shumaker (Acting) Director |
Shumaker.Wesley@dol.gov | 304-547-2081 |
| Vacant Deputy Director |
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| Tristen Dupee (Acting) Management Officer |
Dupee.Tristen@dol.gov | 202-693-9427 |
| Trina Tate (Acting) Management Officer |
Tate.Trina@dol.gov | 202-693-9473 |
| John Durig (Acting) Safety and Health Technology Center |
During.Jarrod@dol.gov | 412-386-6265 |
| Matthew Wharry (Acting) Approval and Certification Center |
Wharry.Matthew@dol.gov | 304-547-2323 |