Forms and Online Filing

To be able to submit MSHA forms online an email address must be registered with MSHA EGov and Login.gov. Link to change MSHA EGov Registration Information: name, address, and phone number (this is submitter information and is posted on submitted forms). The MSHA EGov email address cannot be changed online. To change email addresses associated with MSHA EGov, email the MSHA Helpdesk and provide the current registered email address and the new one. The helpdesk will reply when completed.

To change Login.gov account information such as email address, name, authentication method, or phone number, navigate to manage Login.gov accounts. For login.gov troubleshooting contact Login.gov Helpdesk.

NOTE: the MSHA EGov and Login.gov email address must be the same. These accounts are individual accounts and are not assigned to a particular MSHA Mine or Contractor ID. The ID comes into play when filling out form.

MSHA Forms 7000-1 (Injury) and 7000-2 (Employment) reports are processed by MSHA’s Office of Injury and Employment Information (OIEI). Questions concerning 7000-1 or 7000-2 submittals email OIEI or call 303.231.5453. MSHA Form 2000-7 (Legal Identification Report) is accepted by the assigned MSHA District Office and approved by MSHA’s Assessments Office. All other submittals are processed by the assigned MSHA District Office.

NOTE: The MSHA Helpdesk does not process forms, you may contact the MSHA Helpdesk or call 1.877.778.6055 for status updates. Please provide submittal EDocument number and MSHA ID number.

Email the MSHA Helpdesk and provide your registered email address and requested form submitter’s registered email address. Once received the MSHA Helpdesk will process the request and notify all concerned.

Submit MSHA Form 2000-7 (Legal Identification Report) to update mine name, address, ownership, operator, person in charge of health and safety, contact information, and/or commodity. See instructions how to fill out 2000-7.

Note: once a 2000-7 is submitted to MSHA for a mine online, that mine will not be able to submit MSHA Forms online until the 2000-7 has been accepted by the assigned district and approved by MSHA’s Assessments Office. This process can take a month. If you need to make a correction to the submittal please contact the assigned MSHA District or Field Office.

Double check to make sure the ID is correct. Mine ID consists of 7 numbers, e.g. 01-23456. MSHA Contractor IDs are 3 to 5 digits long and are alphanumeric, e.g. A1234. On the form ensure you are selecting the correct option, Mine or Contractor, for the appropriate ID number. If a new mine has not yet submitted MSHA Form 2000-7 (Legal Identification Report) or a current mine submits a 2000-7 and it has not yet been processed by MSHA, customers will receive an ID not recognized error.

NOTE: If you are attempting to submit a quarterly report and you get the errors, see the .pdf version found on MSHA’s Forms and Online Filing page. If you receive error opening .pdf see FAQ - Receive an Error when Downloading Form.

If the mine is trying to report a Commencement/Closure of Operations contact the assigned MSHA District or Field Office or call 1.800.746.1553.

To update mine status Report a Commencement/Closure of Operations online or contact your assigned MSHA District or Field Office or call 1.800.746.1553.

NOTE: The mine will not be able to report online if there is a 2000-7 (Legal Identification Report) being processed by MSHA.

Mine operators are required by law to report all mining accidents immediately, within 15 minutes of when the operator knew or should have known about the accident. A 7000-1 (Mine Accident, Injury and Illness Report) will also need to be submitted.

To report an accident or a hazardous condition, call 1-800-746-1553 option 9 or use the Hazardous Condition Complaint system to report online.

To update MSHA Contractor ID information, notify your assigned MSHA District or Field Office or email the MSHA Helpdesk with the requested changes. Ensure to provide the contractor ID number and we will forward the request to the appropriate office for processing.

If the company is no longer working on mine property and will not be in the foreseeable future, mail the MSHA Helpdesk, provide the contractor ID, brief justification, and good contact information. Note: after deactivation, if the company decides to resume working on mine property, email the MSHA Helpdesk to request reactivation.

To amend a submitted 7000-1, follow the steps listed below:

1. Obtain a copy of the original submittal.

2. On the copy write AMEND on the top.

3. Make the changes on the copy.

4. Scan and email it to MSHA’s Office of Injury and Employment Operations (OIEI) or FAX to 888-231-5515 or mail it to:

PEIR-Office of Injury and Employment Information

P.O. BOX 25367

Denver, CO 80225-0367

After a week or two, you can view the updated submittal using the “Look up previously filed forms” link found on the MSHA forms and online filing page.

To amend a recently submitted 7000-2 that has not yet been accepted and processed by MSHA you can resubmit with correct information online. If you receive the error “You already have a 7000-2 filed with MSHA for the quarter” follow the steps listed below:

1. Obtain a copy of the original submittal.

2. On the copy write AMEND on the top.

3. Make the changes on the copy.

4. Scan and email it to MSHA’s Office of Injury and Employment Operations (OIEI) or FAX to 888-231-5515 or mail it to:

PEIR-Office of Injury and Employment Information

P.O. BOX 25367

Denver, CO 80225-0367

After a week or two, you can view the updated submittal using the “Look up previously filed forms” link found on the MSHA forms and online filing page.

Some MSHA forms will not open within the web browser. To download forms that produce a “Please Wait…” or Adobe error, right mouse click the PDF Download Icon , choose “save link as,” and save the file to your computer filing system, for example Desktop or another desired location. Open Adobe and navigate to the saved location to open the file.

Email MSHA’s Office of Injury and Employment (OIEI) or call 303.231.5453 and request the subunit code be available for the mine/contractor ID.

If the mine is marked abandoned the entire calendar quarter, a 7000-2 is not required. If the status is incorrect, Report a Commencement of Operations. If a report was submitted but has not yet been processed, contact MSHA District or Field Office to request status and estimated time of completion. In the interim a 7000-2.pdf can be filled out and emailed to MSHA’s Office of Injury and Employment Information (OIEI) for processing.

Typically trying again will resolve the issue. If the error persists, please ensure you are using a supported web browser (Microsoft EDGE or Google Chrome). FireFox and Safari are unsupported browsers for MSHA online filing. Also, a bad network connection can cause unexpected errors. Email the MSHA Helpdesk or call 1.877.778.6055 if you require further assistance.

Email MSHA’s Qualification & Certification unit or call 1-800-579-2647.

Navigate to the MSHA Training page. For additional assistance contact the closest Education Field & Small Mine Service. NOTE: Training plans are approved by MSHA District or Field Office.

Need assistance with using, editing, or accessing eTPA, email MSHA’s Qualification & Certification unit or call 1-800-579-2647. Ensure to provide mine/contractor ID number and MSHA EGov registered email address that requires access.

MSHA does not receive or maintain completed 5000-23s. To request a copy, contact the mine operator or company that provided the training.

Email MSHA’s Distribution Center or call 304-256-3339.

Navigate to the MSHA’s Compliance Assistance page and view Small Mine Guide. This includes subjects Improving Small Mine Health and Safety Programs, MSHA Required Records, Training Plan Development, Accident and Illness Prevention Methods, Part 50 (7000-1 Injury and 7000-2 Employment Information) Record Keeping Practices, Emergency Preparedness and Response, and Educational Field and Small Mine Service. Also see MSHA’s Standards and Regulations, and search 30 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations) electronic edition eCFR. Don’t forget to contact your assigned MSHA District/Field Office for compliance clarification or additional compliance assistance.

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As of September 2025, MSHA is no longer accepting paper checks. To make a payment to MSHA please navigate to www.Pay.gov, select Pay a Fine, Violation, or Penalty. Select agency - Labor (DOL): Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA).

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Helpdesk does not manage FMSHRC; they are a separate federal government agency. For FMSHRC support, please navigate to their contact page.

End of Year Data mailers containing Part 50 data, please utilize Mine Data Retrieval System to review injuries, employment/hours and coal production information submitted to MSHA.

MSHA 7000-2, Quarterly Mine Employment and Coal Production Report (30 U.S.C. Subsection 813; 30 CFR Part 50) Filing Dates:

• 1st Quarter (January-March): Due by April 15
• 2nd Quarter (April-June): Due by July 15
• 3rd Quarter (July-September): Due by October 15
• 4th Quarter (October-December): Due by January 15