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For workplace safety and health, please call 800-321-6742; for mine safety and health, please call 800-746-1553; for Job Corps, please call 800-733-5627 and for Wage and Hour, please call 1-866-487-9243 (1 866-4-US-WAGE).  This website is currently not being updated due to the suspension of Federal government services. The last update to the site was 10/1/2025.  Updates to the site will start again when the Federal government resumes operations.

Access comprehensive materials covering key safety and health topics for mining operations. These resources are specifically designed to help new and existing mining operations identify, understand, and mitigate common hazards that pose significant risks to miners and mining operations.

Each section below provides detailed guidance, best practices, training materials, and links to additional resources to help you create a safer working environment. These materials have been developed based on MSHA's extensive experience investigating accidents and working with the mining industry to prevent future incidents.

Select any topic below to access detailed information and resources: