May 13, 2024
Purpose of the Event
The primary goal of Stand Down to Save Lives is to ensure everyone in the mining community takes steps to prevent fatalities - a robust safety and health culture should be in place not only on May 22nd but every day. This event is an opportunity for the entire mining community to:
- Engage in open discussions about prevalent hazards in the mining environment.
- Conduct thorough and detailed examinations of workplaces and equipment.
- Participate in safety training sessions designed to enhance awareness and preparedness.
The Stand Down is not just about taking a pause — it's about taking action. We aim to empower every participant with the knowledge and tools needed to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring that every miner returns home safely at the end of the day.
Tell us about your Stand Down to Save Lives trainings and other events!
Remember: Safety is a shared responsibility. Let's stand down to save lives.
Deputy Assistant Secretary Patricia Silvey and Deputy Administrator Tim Watkins posing with the mine staff at Vulcan Materials.
Roger Bowmar (CMI-Morgantown), Tim Cottrell (Miner), Sam Loria (Miner), Chuck Coffman (Miner), and Tanner Bragg (Safety Department-Company) speaking at a mine site.
MSHA's Vincennes District Staff speaking to mine workers at an underground mine.
MSHA's Madisonville District Staff posing with mine workers at the Westside Stone Company in Springfield, MO.
The workers at Sibelco North America's Schoolhouse Quartz Plant posing for a picture outside.
Vulcan Construction Materials workers posing in an office.
