**30 CFR Part 46 Instructors Guide** ![](media/image1.png)

**with Lesson Plans**

U.S. Department of Labor

Mine Safety and Health Administration

Instruction Guide Series

IG 37

October 1999

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**30 CFR Part 46 Instructors Guide**
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**with Lesson Plans**

U.S. Department of Labor

Elaine L. Chao

Secretary

Mine Safety and Health Administration

Dave D. Lauriski

Assistant Secretary

Instruction Guide Series

IG 37

October 1999

> **CONTENTS**
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> Training Program Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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> **INTRODUCTION**

This guide is designed to assist mine operators and independent
contractors, that are covered by the part 46 regulations, in developing
effective and mine specific training programs. The target audience for
this guide is the instructors who will be giving part 46 training, and
those persons designated by the operator as responsible for part 46
training at the mine.

Use of this guide is strictly voluntary, and you are encouraged to
modify or improve the ideas presented or design your own program. The
text intentionally avoids educational jargon. Teaching methods were
chosen to closely match intuitive methods people use to train employees.
Paperwork has been kept to a minimum. Most of the subjects can best be
taught on-site or in controlled situations on-the-job.

Each guide leads you in preparing your own class by providing a teaching
purpose, suggesting additional teaching materials, a fill-in-the-blank
lesson plan, and suggestions for evaluating the effectiveness of the
training.

A copy of the guide is found on the MSHA Internet home page at
**www.msha.gov.** The guide can be downloaded and the electronic copy
revised for additional space to input your mine specifics. You can also
develop your own program using this guide as an outline.

We at MSHA hope you find this guide helpful. In addition, comments and
suggestions to improve this guide are welcome.

**30 CFR PART 46 INSTRUCTORS GUIDE**

**Training and Retraining of Miners Engaged in Shell Dredging or
Employed at Sand and Gravel, Surface Stone, Surface Clay, Colloidal
Phosphate, Surface Limestone, Marble, Shale, Kaolin, Feldspar, Granite,
Traprock, Cement, Lime, Sandstone, and Slate Mines and Operations**

**Introduction**

As an instructor, you are expected to be familiar with the basic
requirements of part 46. The following guidelines will help you gain a
better understanding of the part 46 regulation. For additional
information, please refer to the text of the regulation at 30 CFR Part
46.

**Training Plan (\'46.3)**

A written part 46 training plan must contain as a minimum the following:

-   The company name, mine name, and MSHA mine identification number or
    independent contractor I.D. number.

-   The name and position of the person responsible for the health and
    safety training at the mine.

-   Subject areas

> \- general description of the teaching methods
>
> \- course materials
>
> \- approximate time spent on each subject
>
> \- evaluation procedures used to determine the effectiveness of the
> training

-   A list of competent persons who will do the training and the subject
    areas in which each person is competent to teach. (There are 43
    states and the Navajo Nation participating in the MSHA State Grant
    Program. They have provided training to small mines for many years
    and can be a source of training assistance.)

**New Miner Training (\'46.5)**

Each new miner must receive 24 hours of training as described in \'46.5.

Before new miners can do any work they must receive at least four hours
of training in the following subjects:

-   An introduction to the work environment, including a visit and tour
    of the mine.

-   Instruction on the recognition and avoidance of electrical hazards
    and other hazards present at the mine.

-   A review of the emergency medical procedures and escape and
    emergency evacuation plans in effect at the mine, and instruction in
    the fire warning signals and fire fighting procedures.

-   Instruction in the health and safety aspects of the tasks to be
    assigned, including the mandatory health and safety standards
    pertinent to such tasks.

-   Instruction in the statutory rights of miners and their
    representatives under the Act.

-   A review and description of the line of authority of supervisors and
    miner's representatives and the responsibilities of such supervisors
    and miner's representatives.

-   An introduction to your rules and procedures for reporting hazards.

No later than 60 days after beginning work, a new miner must receive
training in:

Instruction and demonstration on the use, care, and maintenance of
self-rescue and respiratory devices, if used at the mine.

-   A review of first aid methods.

No later than 90 days after beginning work, a new miner must receive the
balance of the 24 hours training.

**Newly-Hired Experienced Miner Training (\'46.6)**

Unlike new miner training, newly hired experienced miner training does
not need to have a minimum number of hours. Newly hired experienced
miners must receive training in the same subjects as a new miner before
beginning work. No later than 60 days after beginning work these miners
must also receive instruction and demonstration on the use, care, and
maintenance of self-rescue and respiratory devices, if used at the mine.

**New Task Training (\'46.7)**

New task training must address the safety and health aspects and safe
work procedures specific to that task. Task training must be provided to
miners when they are reassigned to a new task in which they have no
previous experience, and where a change has occurred in an assigned task
that affects their health and safety. Practice under the close
observation of a competent person may be used to fulfill the requirement
for task training.

**Annual Refresher Training (\'46.8)**

Each miner must receive eight hours of refresher training at least once
every 12 months.

Annual refresher training must include instruction on changes at the
mine that could adversely affect the miner's health or safety. Refresher
training must also address health and safety subjects relevant to mining
operations at the mine. Recommended subjects are listed in the
regulation at \'46.8.

**Site-Specific Hazard Awareness Training (\'46.11)**

You must provide site-specific hazard awareness training to any person
who is not a miner but is present at a mine site.

Persons who need site-specific hazard training include:

-   Office or staff personnel

-   Scientific workers

-   Delivery workers and customers including commercial over-the-road
    truck drivers

-   Maintenance or service workers who do not work at the mine site for
    frequent or extended periods

-   Vendors or visitors

You must provide site-specific hazard awareness training to miners, such
as drillers and blasters, who move from one mine to another while
remaining employed by the same production operator or independent
contractor. You must also provide site-specific hazard awareness
training to construction workers or employees of independent contractors
who are not miners.

You may provide hazard training through the use of written hazard
warnings, oral instruction, signs and posted warnings, walk-around
training, or other appropriate means.

**Training Records (\'46.9)**

Part 46 requires that the mine operator/independent contractor to record
and certify that miner's have received health and safety training. A
record must be kept for miners for each training class. Each training
record must be certified upon completion of new miner, newly-hired
experienced miner, annual refresher, upon completion by miners of
site-specific hazard awareness training, and at least once every 12
months for task training. You may use the MSHA Form 5000-23 or any form
that contains the following information:

-   The printed full name of the person trained (first, middle, last
    name).

-   The type of training, the duration of the training, the date the
    training was received, and the name of the competent person who
    provided the training.

-   The mine or independent contractor name, MSHA mine identification
    number or independent contractor I.D., and location of training (if
    an institution, the name and address of the institution).

-   The statement, "False certification is punishable under section
    110(a) and (f) of the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act," printed
    in bold letters and in a conspicuous manner.

-   A statement signed by the person designated as responsible for
    health and safety training in the MSHA-approved training plan for
    the mine that states, "I certify that the above training has been
    completed."

**30 CFR Part 46**

**Training Program Guide**

**30 CFR Part 46**

**Training Program Guide**

**New Miner Training (\'46.5)**

**Newly-Employed Experienced Miner (\'46.6)**

The following lesson plan can be used as a model to train miner's for
the indicated part 46 training.

**Introduction to the work environment \'46.5(b)(1); \'46.6(b)(1)**

Course Length: from to

Competent Instructor(s)

The object of the introduction is to:

> Familiarize the miner with the mine site.
>
> Explain and observe the mining process.
>
> Identify and explain the vocabulary for machines, processes, and
> locations.
>
> Identify any restricted areas or areas where particular caution is
> necessary.

Begin at the extraction site and follow the product progressively
through the mining process until it leaves the mine site.

> Use, define, or describe terms that identify the locations, equipment,
> and operations so the miner will be able to understand instructions
> and communicate accurately with other miners.
>
> We mine using to remove the product.
>
> The product is then loaded into (onto) using .
>
> The product is transported by to for preparation.
>
> The product is prepared by and stored .
>
> You should not enter the area when .
>
> Point out restricted areas and general hazards associated with each
> step of the operation.
>
> Allow time for questions.

**Evaluation:** Ask the miner to summarize what he/she has seen at each
of the major process areas. Correct any confusion, misunderstanding, or
errors. Have the miner indicate actual machines, processes, locations,
controls, etc., wherever possible.

**30 CFR Part 46**

**Training Program Guide**

**New Miner Training (\'46.5)**

**Newly-Employed Experienced Miner (\'46.6)**

The following lesson plan can be used as a model to train miner's for
the indicated part 46 training.

**Recognition and avoidance of hazards \'46.5(b)(2);** **\'46.6(b)(2)**

Course Length: from to

Competent Instructor(s)

The purpose of this course is to train the miner to recognize
potentially hazardous locations, conditions, or procedures. Once a
potentially hazardous location, condition, or procedure is identified,
discuss or demonstrate how to avoid the hazards.

> Potential hazards should be discussed and considered as:

1.  Hazards to the miner.

2.  Hazards to others by the miner's actions.

> Discuss the differences and examples of different kinds of hazards
> such as:
>
> \- moving vehicles
>
> \- exposed "pinch points" and rotating mechanical parts
>
> \- releases of energy such as compressed gas, hydraulic lines,
> energized components, explosives
>
> \- environmental such as dust, deep water, high places, slippery
> areas, welding areas, overhead power lines, etc.
>
> \- lifting hazards
>
> \- slips and falls
>
> \- other:

**Training Materials:** Company safety rules

Company accident reports

> MSHA Hazard Recognition Pamphlet
>
> MSHA-produced publication, "Fatal Accidents Involving Small Crushed

Stone, Sand and Gravel Operations," OT-41

> MSHA Health Hazard Information Cards

**Evaluation:** Have the miner identify any potential hazards he/she can
identify at a work process. Discuss these ideas with the miner and how
the miner could avoid being hurt by them.

> Take a few minutes to see if you can spot any of the potential causes
> of an accident in the

area.

> Why do you think is a potential cause for an injury?
>
> What events would cause this to happen?
>
> What could you do to prevent this from happening?
>
> Discuss the miner=s responses and offer any additional insights.

**30 CFR Part 46**

**Training Program Guide**

**New Miner Training (\'46.5)**

**Newly-Employed Experienced Miner (\'46.6)**

The following lesson plan can be used as a model to train miner's for
the indicated part 46 training.

**A review of emergency medical procedures, escape and emergency
evacuation plans, fire warning signals, firefighting procedures
\'46.5(b)(3); \'46.6(b)(3)**

Course Length: from to

Competent Instructor(s)

The purpose of this training is to train the miner in the appropriate
steps to take in the event of fire or other emergency requiring the
miner to leave the mine or affected area of the mine.

**Training Materials:** Company mine emergency and evacuation plan

> Fire extinguisher
>
> MSHA-produced video, "Emergency Response Planning (Who Needs It?),"

VC 838

> MSHA-produced video, "Fire Extinguishers," VC 879
>
> MSHA-produced video, "Fire Fighting in the Mineral Industry," VC 827
>
> MSHA-produced safety manual, "Fire Safety," SM 13
>
> If you are hurt on the job, you should first ; second .
>
> If you see a fire or excessive smoke in the buildings or on a piece of
> machinery you should

.

> If the fire is in size you should fight the fire using .
>
> If the fire is an electrical fire you should .
>
> If the fire is too large to put out you should .
>
> The fire or emergency signal(s) at this mine are .
>
> If you hear or see this signal(s) you should .

Point out the locations of fire extinguishers. Use an extinguisher to
point out restraining pin, operating handle, and nozzle operation.

**Evaluation:** Have the miner explain or demonstrate the correct
procedures for reporting, fighting, and escaping a fire. Also have
him/her indicate the locations of fire extinguishers and describe the
correct initiation and use of a fire extinguisher. Correct any mistakes
and have the miner repeat the correct response.

**30 CFR Part 46**

**Training Program Guide**

**New Miner Training (\'46.5)**

**Newly-Employed Experienced Miner (\'46.6)**

The following lesson plan can be used as a model to train miner's for
the indicated part 46 training.

**Health and safety aspects of the task assigned \'46.5(b)(4);
\'46.6(b)(4)**

Course Length: from to

Competent Instructor(s) [\_]{.underline}

The purpose of this training is to identify safe work procedures for
each major step of the miner's assigned task.

Job hazards will be addressed during job training. Potential hazards
will be identified and explained for each job step. Explain how to avoid
each hazard in turn, and where appropriate, ways to avoid the hazard.
Where feasible demonstrate correct procedures. Related health and safety
standards will be discussed for each potential hazard.

**Training materials:** MSHA-produced job safety analysis materials for
appropriate jobs

> 30 CFR Part 56
>
> MSHA-produced "On-the-Job Training Modules" for appropriate jobs

I will demonstrate the job for you and explain what I am doing, why I'm
doing it, the expected results of my action and the potential
consequences of the action. The job steps will be explained in the order
you will normally perform them. I will identify ways you may be hurt
doing each step. I will also show you ways to avoid being hurt. Please
ask questions at any stage or ask if the step needs to be repeated. I
will be asking you to demonstrate and explain each step back to me at
the end of the training.

> You have been assigned to .
>
> The first job step is .
>
> You do this by .
>
> You could be hurt if .
>
> You can keep this from happening by .
>
> The MSHA standards that apply to this step are .

The second (etc.) job step is .

> You do this by .
>
> You could be hurt if .
>
> You can keep this from happening by .
>
> The MSHA standards that apply to this step are .
>
> **Evaluation:** I want you to demonstrate the job for me. I want you
> to perform each step, in order, and tell me what you are doing, why
> you are doing it, what you expect to happen, and any potential
> problems or dangers that might happen for each step.
>
> I have been assigned to .
>
> The first job step is .
>
> I will do this by .
>
> I could be hurt if .
>
> I can keep this from happening by .
>
> The second (etc.) job step is .
>
> I do this by .
>
> I could be hurt if .
>
> I can keep this from happening by .

**30 CFR Part 46**

**Training Program Guide**

**New Miner Training (\'46.5)**

**Newly-Employed Experienced Miner (\'46.6)**

The following lesson plan can be used as a model to train miner's for
the indicated part 46 training.

**Instruction in the statutory rights of miners and their
representatives \'46.5(b)(5); \'46.6(b)(5)**

Course Length: from to

Competent Instructor(s)

The purpose of this training is to inform the miner of his/her rights
under the Federal Mine Health and Safety Act of 1977.

**Training Materials:** Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977 ("the
Act")

> MSHA-produced booklet, AA Guide to Miner's Rights and Responsibilities
> Under the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977@ (Revised 1999),

(OT-2)

The Act gives individual miners and their representatives the following
rights:

> \- The right to have a representative of the miners accompany Federal
> inspectors during inspections at a mine.
>
> \- The right to obtain an inspection of a mine where there are
> reasonable grounds to believe that an imminent danger, or a violation
> of the Act or a safety or health standard, exists.
>
> \- The right to be paid during certain periods of time when a mine or
> a part of a mine has been closed because of a withdrawal order.
>
> \- The right to be protected from discrimination based on the exercise
> of rights given by the Act.
>
> \- The right to receive safety and health training.
>
> \- The right to be informed of, and to participate in, enforcement and
> legal proceedings under the Act.

Discuss any questions or, if necessary, repeat any rights they were
unable to follow.

**Evaluation:** A ten question true and false test. Return the corrected
tests to the miner and discuss any misunderstandings or missed
questions.

**30 CFR Part 46**

**Training Program Guide**

**New Miner Training (\'46.5)**

**Newly-Employed Experienced Miner (\'46.6)**

The following lesson plan can be used as a model to train miner's for
the indicated part 46 training.

**A review and description of the line of authority of supervisors and
miner's representatives and the responsibilities of such supervisors and
miner's representatives \'46.5(b)(6); \'46.6(b)(6)**

Course Length: from to

Competent Instructor(s)

The purpose of this course is to acquaint miners with the persons in
authority over them, the persons who may represent them for purposes of
the Mine Act, and their respective responsibilities. This knowledge is
critical for the miner's correct response to instructions and warnings
and for the exercise of their rights under the Mine Act.

> Your immediate supervisor is and he/she is responsible for

.

> In his/her absence, you will report to .
>
> Your supervisor reports to and he/she is responsible for .
>
> Your miner's representative is ; he/she can be contacted .

Introduce the miner to each respective supervisor or manager.

**Training Materials:** Company organizational chart

**Evaluation:** Have the miner name each supervisor and give a brief
description of his/her responsibilities.

**30 CFR Part 46**

**Training Program Guide**

**New Miner Training (\'46.5)**

**Newly-Employed Experienced Miner (\'46.6)**

The following lesson plan can be used as a model to train miner's for
the indicated part 46 training.

**Introduction to company rules and procedures for reporting hazards
\'46.5(b)(7); \'46.6(b)(7)**

Course Length: from to

Competent Instructor(s)

The purpose of this course is to ensure that the miner knows how to
report hazards he/she may encounter while working at the mine.

**Training Materials:** Copy of the mine reporting and safety procedures

> 30 CFR Part 50
>
> If you should become aware of a potential hazard while you are
> working, you should do the following immediately. [(List in order
> appropriate reporting steps including: to whom, what method, what kind
> of information, etc.)]{.underline} .

**Evaluation:** Have the miner repeat or list the steps to reporting a
hazard. Correct any mistakes before ending the session.

> **30 CFR Part 46**
>
> **Training Program Guide**
>
> **New Miner Training (\'46.5)**
>
> **Newly-Employed Experienced Miner (\'46.6)**
>
> The following lesson plan can be used as a model to train miner's for
> the indicated part 46 training.
>
> **Practice under the close supervision of a competent person
> \'46.5(e); \'46.6(d)**
>
> Course Length: from to
>
> Competent Instructor(s)
>
> The purpose of this training is to monitor the practice and initial
> performance of miners when he/she is assigned to a new task. The miner
> must first receive hazard recognition training specific to the
> assigned task before practicing the task.
>
> This practice training will be supervised and conducted by a person
> competent in performing the task. The competent person will be within
> sight and sound (hearing distance) of the miner during the training.
>
> The miner will be observed for .
>
> **Training Materials:** MSHA-produced "On-the-Job Training Modules"
> for appropriate jobs
>
> **Evaluation:** Practice will continue until the miner can repeatedly
> and successfully perform each of the job steps required to accomplish
> the task in the appropriate order.
>
> If the miner performs a significant step incorrectly, or performs a
> potentially unsafe act or an operation that could endanger others
> working in same area, the miner will be signaled by and the miner will
> be retrained in the step or procedure.

**30 CFR Part 46**

**Training Program Guide**

**New Miner Training (\'46.5)**

**Newly-Employed Experienced Miner (\'46.6)**

The following lesson plan can be used as a model to train miner's for
the indicated part 46 training.

**The following courses will be presented no later than 60 days after
the new miner or newly- hired experienced miner begins work at the
mine:**

**Instruction and demonstration on the use, care, and maintenance of
self-rescue and respiratory devices, if used at the mine \'46.5(c)(1);
\'46.6(c)**

Course Length: from to

Competent Instructor(s)

The purpose of this training is to prepare the miner to use the
appropriate self-rescue or respiratory device in an emergency or health
hazard situation.

**Training Materials:** MSHA and/or manufacturer's manuals for the
appropriate devices

> When you are working in the area, you need to wear a

respiratory device. You properly put the unit on by

. The fit is then adjusted by . The proper filter for this unit is . The
filter is replaced by .

The filter should be replaced every .

> In an emergency indicated by , you will (if the units are cached)
> indicate the location(s) and put on the self-rescuer using the
> following steps, in order,

. You will then evacuate the mine by .

**Evaluation:** Have each miner explain to you when the device is to be
used. Then have him/her demonstrate the proper method for putting on the
unit, demonstrate adjusting the unit for fit, describe the type of
filter used, and demonstrate changing the filter. (In the case of a
self-rescue device, have the miner describe the procedure for evacuating
the hazardous area.)

> Correct any errors and have the miner repeat the process until
> satisfactory performance is achieved.

**30 CFR Part 46**

**Training Program Guide**

**New Miner Training (\'46.5)**

**Newly-Employed Experienced Miner (\'46.6)**

The following lesson plan can be used as a model to train miner's for
the indicated part 46 training.

**The following course will be given to new miners no later than 60 days
after he/she begins work at the mine.**

**A review of first aid methods** **\'46.5(c)(2)**

Course Length: from to

Competent Instructor(s)

The purpose of this training is to provide a general overview of first
methods.

**Training Materials:** Company first aid procedures

MSHA or other recognized first aid manual

> Bandaging material
>
> Splinting material
>
> A sample of a first aid kit used at the mine
>
> Stretcher
>
> Review the steps an employee should follow if they are injured or
> encounter an injured person.
>
> Where feasible, have the miner practice each of the first aid methods
> demonstrated in the class. Training will be prioritized based on the
> ability to save a life.
>
> Review the fundamental types of first aid methods such as
> cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), control of breathing, controlling
> bleeding, treating for shock, treating burns, immobilizing broken
> bones, etc.

Example:

> If you injure yourself here at the mine and you are able to walk, you
> should .

If you injure yourself here at the mine and you are unable to walk, you
should .

> If you find an injured person you should .
>
> The first aid kit(s) at this mine are located at .
>
> Emergency medical help can be obtained by .

Some example accidents that may cause a person not to have a pulse are .

> The method for determining if a person has a pulse is .

If they do not have a pulse you should .

Divide into pairs and check for each other's pulse. Let's practice
performing one-person

cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) using this training mannequin.

**Evaluation:** Observe the miner practice sessions and make corrections
as appropriate. At the completion of the class, have miners volunteer to
serve as simulated victims. Describe an example of an accident and the
type of injury the victim has received. Have small groups demonstrate on
the volunteers the correct first aid procedures.

**30 CFR Part 46**

**Training Program Guide**

**New Task Training ( \'46.7)**

The following lesson plan can be used as a model to train miner's for
the indicated part 46 training.

**Health and safety aspects of the task assigned \'46.7**

Course Length: from to

Competent Instructor(s)

The purpose of this training is to identify safe work procedures for
each major step of the miner=s assigned task.

Job hazards will be addressed during job training. Potential hazards
will be identified and explained for each job step. Explain how to avoid
each hazard, in turn, and (where appropriate) ways to avoid the hazard
will be discussed or demonstrated. Related health and safety standards
will also be discussed for each potential hazard.

**Training materials:** MSHA-produced job safety analysis materials for
appropriate jobs

> 30 CFR Part 56
>
> Appropriate company-produced standard operating procedures

Demonstrate each job step in order.

Explain why the step is necessary.

Explain or demonstrate the expected result and the potential
consequences of the action.

Identify ways the miner may be hurt doing each step.

Explain or demonstrate ways to avoid being hurt.

Have miner ask questions at any point or indicate if the step needs to
be repeated.

Have the miner demonstrate and explain each step in the same fashion to
the instructor.

> You have been assigned to .
>
> The first job step is .
>
> You do this by .
>
> You could be hurt if .
>
> You can keep this from happening by .
>
> The mandatory Federal health and safety standards that apply to this
> step are .

The second (etc.) job step is .

> You do this by .
>
> You could be hurt if .
>
> You can keep this from happening by .
>
> The mandatory Federal health and safety standards that apply to this
> step are .

**Evaluation:** I want you to demonstrate the job for me. I want you to
perform each step, in order, and tell me what you are doing, why you are
doing it, what you expect to happen, and any potential problems or
dangers that might happen for each step.

> I have been assigned to .
>
> The first job step is .
>
> I will do this by .
>
> I could be hurt if .
>
> I can keep this from happening by .
>
> The second (etc.) job step is .
>
> I do this by .
>
> I could be hurt if .
>
> I can keep this from happening by .

**30 CFR Part 46**

**Training Program Guide**

**Annual Refresher Training** **(\'46.8)**

The following lesson plan can be used as a model to train miner's for
the indicated part 46 training.

Course Length: from to

Competent Instructor(s) [\_\_]{.underline}

The purpose of this training is to keep miners informed of conditions at
the mine that present potential health or safety hazards. This training
will address the working environment, equipment, mining processes,
communications, and causes of accidents or near misses that have
occurred. Ways to avoid or eliminate the causes of accidents or near
misses will also be discussed or presented.

**Training Materials:** MSHA accident data

> Company accident data
>
> State accident data and safety materials
>
> Applicable MSHA safety manuals and hazard awareness publications
>
> Holmes Safety Bulletins
>
> Input from miners or their representatives
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> We are planning to change the method that we . The new process will .
> Some things that you need to be aware of are . Do you see any other
> things that we need to consider or you would like to discuss?
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> During the last our industry has experienced the following types and
> numbers of accidents . Is there anything we need to consider to
> prevent these types of accident trends from happening at our mine.
>
> During the last we have experienced the following accidents (near
> misses) . I will briefly describe the events and conditions of each
> accident (near miss) and we can discuss ways to prevent a recurrence.

**Evaluation:** Class participation and responses to questions and
discussions.