Search or browse the MSHA historical photo and video library. Also, access a range of mine safety and health training videos. The MSHA Digital Library photograph collection includes over 1,000 historical mining photographs from the original Bureau of Mines collection.

The MSHA Digital Library photograph collection includes thousands of historical and current mining photographs from the collections of the Bureau of Mines, MESA and MSHA. These photographs cover a wide range of topics connected to mining, including underground, community, mine rescue, and historical scenes.

MSHA investigates each mining fatality and prepares the following documents to alert the mining community and prevent similar occurrences. Fatality Alert - describes the accident and lists best practices that may have prevented it; Preliminary Report - initial report with brief description

carry stretcher of rescued miner from Quecreek mine. Federal enforcement agency responsible for the health and safety of the nation's miners.

Federal enforcement agency responsible for the health and safety of the nation's miners.

Photos illustrate potential hazards observed during pre-shift and on-shift examinations. Browse our collection of Workplace Examinations files in PDF format. Thorough and complete Workplace Examinations are a requirement and an invaluable tool to assure a safe and healthy workplace.

ICYMI: MSHA completed impact inspections at 15 mines in 13 states in October 2024, issuing 286 violations, including 95 S&S violations and 12 unwarrantable failure findings. Learn more here: https://www.msha.gov/monthly- impact-inspection-results

MSHA develops and enforces safety and health rules. MSHA assists mine operators to comply. MSHA works cooperatively with industry, labor state and other agencies to improve safety and health for all miners.

An official website of the United States government. Have a question? Ask MSHA. A look back at fatalities and injuries at U.S. mine sites. 1-800-746-1553. Mine operators are required by law to report all mining accidents immediately – within 15 minutes of when the operator knew or should have known about the accident.

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