All mines are required to apply for an MSHA mine identification number. An MSHA ID is required for each mine site and must be issued before any operations may begin.
A mine ID may be requested by completing the online form or by contacting your local district office.
Fill Out Form, Print, and Mail/Fax
File online
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Questions regarding this form should be directed to MSHA at (877) 778-6055 or desk.help@dol.gov
MSHA Mine ID Request Disclaimer
The report is used to establish a unique Mine Identification Number (Mine ID) for each mine. Any personal information (e-mail or otherwise) submitted is used for contact purposes only. This personal information is not used or distributed to any other agency or used for any other purpose.
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See DOL's Privacy Policy
Send comments regarding the collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to the Mine Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Standards, Regulations and Variances, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room C3522, Washington, DC 20210. Persons are not required to respond to this collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB Control Number. NOTE: Do not send your completed form to this address.