Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)

As a third-generation miner, Nicholas Gutierrez understands the unique challenges — and rewards — associated with working in the mining industry.

We are committed to making the Labor Department’s resources and information more easily accessible to the public through technology. Here are three apps workers should know about.

MSHA is urging miners and mine operators to stay alert during winter months when cold temperatures mean increased safety hazards.

The work that mine rescue teams do across the country is not only critical to our mission – it saves lives.

Safety experts from mines across the country are gathering at the National Mine Health and Safety Academy to improve their skills and infuse their training programs with new ideas and materials.

Each year, dozens of people are injured or killed while exploring, swimming or playing at a mine property. Active and abandoned mine sites all pose serious risks to people untrained and unfamiliar with the site.

On July 24, 2002, nine coal miners at the Quecreek #1 Mine site in Pennsylvania were trapped after mining activities breached an adjacent mine filled with water. For 77 hours, MSHA, state, and local rescuers worked successfully to rescue all nine men.

All workers – and supervisors in particular – need to recognize the conditions of a “hot” job and should be provided heat-stress training on worker risk, prevention, symptoms, monitoring, treatment and personal protective equipment.

Throughout America’s history, women have played a critical role in mines and mining operations. During Women's History Month, we recognize the contributions women have made in the mining industry and their role in creating opportunities and better working conditions in mines.