Mine Safety Training

California mine operators, contractors, and employers are required to provide health and safety training to employees working at mines.

  • 30 CFR parts 46 and 48 New Miner Training (24 hours required for New Miner Training)
  • 30 CFR parts 46 and 48 Newly Hired Experienced Miner Training
  • 30 CFR parts 46 and 48 Annual Refresher Training for surface mining (Miner must have completed "New Miner Training" or be an "Experienced Miner" for at least 3 years)

MSHA Training Videos

Miners' Rights and Responsibilities

Low Voltage Safety for Mining and Tunneling

No classes are currently scheduled in 2024 and 2025.

If you have questions pertaining to mine safety training requirements please contact: 

Phone:(916) 263-1915
MST@dir.ca.gov

External Resources

August 2024