In 1976, the National Mine Health and Safety Academy’s Library, located in Beckley West Virginia, was created to provide comprehensive and integrated information services in the area of mine safety and health.
In 1978, a second Library was opened in Denver. In 1996, the Denver library was closed and all holdings were moved to Beckley and integrated into that collection.
The MSHA Technical Information Center and Library has developed a tradition of excellence as an integral part of MSHA’s mission: Improving the health and safety of our Nation’s miners.
The MSHA Digital Library features materials related to the Mine Safety and Health Administration’s mission of ensuring the health and safety of the nation’s miners. These collections include both historical and current materials in four areas: Accident Investigation Reports, Photographs, Mining Research Materials, and Videos.