Visit our website at http://www.msha.gov
Courses for MSHA and

the Mining Industry

U.S. Department of Labor

Elaine L. Chao

Secretary

Mine Safety and Health Administration

Dave D. Lauriski

Assistant Secretary

FY 2005
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CONTENTS

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Courses and Seminars/Workshops by Topic . . . . . . . . . iii

Welcome ............................ 1

History ............................. 2

The Academy’s Purpose and Goal .............. 2

Academy Organization .................... 3

Security............................. 5

Academic Programs ...................... 7

Academic Life ......................... 9

Student Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Fees and Billing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Travel to the Academy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Training Courses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Metal/Nonmetal Inspection Courses

Journeyman Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Metal/Nonmetal Mine Safety and Health

Inspectors Retraining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Metal/Nonmetal Entry Level Mine Safety and

Health Inspectors Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Coal Inspection Courses

Journeyman Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Coal Mine Safety and Health Inspectors

Retraining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

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Training Courses (continued)

Coal Inspection Courses (continued)

Coal Entry Level Mine Safety and Health

Inspectors Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Computer Training Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Certification and Qualification Courses . . . . . . . . . . 73

General Courses for MSHA and the

Mining Industry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Seminars/Workshops for MSHA and the

Mining Industry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Technical Specialists Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Supervisory Training (Coal and Metal/Nonmetal) . . . . . . 109

Courses and Seminars/Workshops - Alphabetically . . . . . 111

Schedule of Academy Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Suggestion Form for New Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

Enrollment Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Other Available Catalogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

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COURSES AND SEMINARS/

WORKSHOPS BY TOPIC

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ACCIDENT PREVENTION AND INVESTIGATION

COURSES

Accident Prevention Techniques. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Mine Accident Investigation and

Report Writing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27, 49

Mine Accident Investigation Techniques . . . . . . . . . . 91

Root Cause Analysis Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

TapRooT® System Accident/Incident

Investigation Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 54

CERTIFICATION/QUALIFICATION COURSES

Annual Retraining for Impoundment Qualification . . . . . 74

Qualification for Impoundment Inspection . . . . . . . . . 75

Respirable Coal Mine Dust Sampler

Calibration/Maintenance Certification . . . . . . . . . . 76

Respirable Coal Mine Dust Sampling Certification . . . . . 77

COMPUTER COURSES

Inspector's Portable Applications for Laptops

(IPAL) Review

Coal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Metal/Nonmetal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Microsoft® Access 2002 – Basic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Microsoft® Access 2002 – Intermediate . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Microsoft® Access 2002 – Advanced . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Microsoft® Excel 2002 – Basic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Microsoft® Excel 2002 – Intermediate . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

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COMPUTER COURSES (continued)

Microsoft® PowerPoint 2002. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Microsoft® Windows 2000/Microsoft® Outlook 2002 . . . 65

Microsoft® Word 2002 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

ELECTRICAL COURSES

Electrical Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Electrical Safety for Coal Miners . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42, 82

Electrical Safety for Metal/Nonmetal Miners . . . . . . . . 83

INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE COURSES

Hazard Communication (HazCom) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Industrial Hygiene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Industrial Hygiene: Sampling for Respirable

Silica Dust and Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Intermediate Toxicology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Noise Hazards, Regulation, and Control . . . . . . . . . 50, 95

INSTRUCTOR COURSES

Instructor Training Workshop (Part 48) . . . . . . . . . . . 87

MINE RESCUE TRAINING COURSES

Mine Rescue Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

MINE SAFETY COURSES

Advanced Ventilation/Bleeder and Gob

Ventilation Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39, 81

Blasting (Surface) (Coal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Blasting (Surface) (MNM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Coal Impoundment and Refuse Pile Inspection . . . . . . . 41

Explosion Prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Ground Control Hazards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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MINE SAFETY COURSES (continued)

Haulage (Surface) (Coal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Haulage (Surface) (MNM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Hoists and Elevators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Introduction to Mining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Longwall Mining and Inspection Procedures . . . . . . . . 47

Mine Construction, Maintenance, and Repairs Safety . . . . 92

Mine Elevator Inspection Program Training

Module I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Roof Control Seminar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51, 104

Slope and Shaft Sinking Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 52

Surface Facilities and Coal Preparation. . . . . . . . . . 53, 97

Tailings Dam and Waste Pile Inspection -

Metal/Nonmetal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Underground Diesel Equipment/Ventilation . . . . . . . . 56

Underground Haulage, Transportation,

and Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57, 98

Underground Ventilation for Metal and Nonmetal

Mines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS

Accident Investigation Retraining Seminar . . . . . . . . . 100

Haulage Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Mine Blasting Safety and Application Seminar . . . . . . . 102

Mine Construction, Maintenance, and Repairs Safety

Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Roof Control Seminar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51, 104

TRAM/National Mine Instructors Seminar . . . . . . . . 105

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WELCOME

Welcome to the 2005 edition of Courses for MSHA and the

Mining Industry.

Our Nation’s mines produce more material than ever before. Sophisticated machinery and equipment allow miners to work in

areas that are often complex and dangerous. Mining technology

changes constantly and every mine is unique. This is why mine

safety and health inspections, technical and engineering assistance, and education and training are such important elements in

ensuring a safe workplace. These are the three elements of

MSHA’s triangle of success.

Up-to-date and practical health and safety training is vital since

mining occurs in a hazardous, ever-changing environment where

there is little room for error.

The National Mine Health and Safety Academy, in Beaver,

West Virginia, is the world’s largest institution devoted to health

and safety in mining. It is a central training facility for Federal

mine safety and health inspectors, mine safety professionals,

other government agencies, the mining industry, and labor.

Most of the Academy’s courses are open to participants from

throughout the mining community. Classes are taught by Academy faculty and associate instructors and specialists from the

mining industry, trade associations, colleges and universities,

manufacturers, and other government agencies.

Whatever your interest in mine health and safety, you will find

useful and practical training at the National Mine Health and

Safety Academy.

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HISTORY

Protecting those who work in our Nation’s mines requires an

awareness and understanding of the conditions that endanger

their health and safety.

This problem was recognized more than 135 years ago when a

proposal for a Federal mining bureau was submitted to Congress. It was not until nearly five decades later that a series of

deadly mine explosions led to passage of the Organic Act of

1910. That act created the Bureau of Mines.

Laws passed over the next 60 years enlarged the scope of legislation aimed at reducing mining hazards. The Federal Coal Mine

Health and Safety Act of 1969 contained provisions for the

training of Federal mine safety and health inspectors, as well as

establishing education and training for states, mine operators,

and miners. The Federal Mine Health and Safety Act of 1977

broadened these provisions to include metal and nonmetal mining. The National Mine Health and Safety Academy exists to

meet the requirements of the 1977 Act.

THE ACADEMY’S PURPOSE AND GOAL

The purpose of the Academy is to design, develop, and conduct

instructional programs that will assist in government, industry,

and labor efforts to reduce injuries, illnesses, and fatalities in the

mineral industries.

All of our programs, seminars, and courses are prepared with

one idea in mind – to improve health and safety conditions in

mines through education and training. This is our goal. Our success will be measured by the extent to which mine accidents and

unhealthful conditions are reduced in future years.

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ACADEMY ORGANIZATION

The National Mine Health and Safety Academy is supported by

the Superintendent’s Office with the help of four major units:

 Department of Instructional Services

 Department of Instructional Materials

 Facilities Support Services

 Technical Information Center and Library

The Superintendent is responsible for the immediate management and direction of the Academy and for coordination of all

training programs.

The Department of Instructional Services conducts training

classes for coal and metal/nonmetal mine safety and health inspectors and other mine health and safety professionals. The department also develops, revises, and evaluates course materials

and other programs used to train persons from MSHA and all

segments of the mining community. In addition, the department

administers individualized study materials for nonresident students.

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Department of

Instructional Materials

Department of

Instructional Services

Facilities Support

Services

Technical Information

Center and Library

Superintendent's Office
The Department of Instructional Materials researches and develops audiovisual and graphic items to provide support to the mining industry. The department also oversees printing, storage, and

distribution of Academy-produced training materials.

Facilities Support Services aids all Academy programs through

coordination of student services, scheduling, recordkeeping,

physical plant maintenance, budget and procurement, wellness,

contract administration, food service, security, housekeeping, and

student registration..

The Technical Information Center and Library maintains

books, journals, newspapers, technical reports, audiovisual materials, and other information related to mine health and safety.

The library gives Academy students and clients immediate and

easy access to information sources that can improve the health

and safety of miners worldwide.

The Academy Campus

The Academy complex includes classrooms and laboratories to

accommodate 600 students and Residence Hall space for 174

people.

The Classroom Building includes 14 classrooms and 10 laboratories.

The Technical Information Center and Library is in the Classroom Building.

The Administration Building contains faculty and staff offices,

the auditorium, cafeteria, and student store.

The Mine Machinery Laboratory gives students an opportunity

for hands-on health and safety training on different mining and

electrical systems.

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The Mine Simulation Laboratory is an aboveground simulated

mine. Here, students can learn about mine ventilation, mine rescue, mine emergency preparedness, and firefighting.

The Mine Emergency Building is adjacent to the Mine Simulation

Laboratory. It houses mine emergency vehicles and a mine rescue

station for MSHA’s Mine Emergency Units.

The Gymnasium is available for wellness training and leisure time

activities. Other wellness facilities at the Academy include tennis

courts, a racquetball court, swimming pool, jogging trail, and athletic field.

The Maintenance and Equipment Building is used to maintain

Academy equipment.

The Publications Distribution Center houses the print shop, supply and warehouse facilities, and the Department of Instructional

Materials.

The Residence Hall has 174 units. Each room in the residence hall

has a queen-size bed or two twin beds, a private bath, telephone, desk,

storage area, refrigerator, coffee pot, and iron and ironing board.

Security

Upon your arrival at the Academy you will need to stop at the main

gate. Uniformed security personnel are on duty at all times. This institution is federally designated as a Level II site which requires

certain safety and security measures to be followed. Personal photo

identification must be presented at the entry gates, and be displayed

and worn while at the Academy. Additionally, security guards will

issue you a color coded parking permit. Display this card on your

vehicle dashboard and park in the area designated on the permit.

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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

MSHA Training

All newly hired MSHA mine safety and health inspectors receive entry-level training. This training covers technical aspects

of mine inspection and additional topics such as effective communications and professionalism.

Entry-level coal mine safety and health inspectors receive eight

modules of instruction (25 weeks total) at the Academy with

on-the-job training (OJT) sessions in the field between modules.

Entry-level metal/nonmetal mine safety and health inspectors’

training includes six modules of instruction (four basic modules,

one intermediate module and one advanced module) (23 weeks total)

at the Academy with OJT sessions in the field between modules.

Journeyman training presents up-to-date technical and regulatory

information to journeyman mine safety and health inspectors to

help them ensure that the mining community is served most effectively. The Academy also presents courses to provide journeymen

with more in-depth training on special subjects.

Technical Specialists receive training in a variety of subjects so

that they remain informed regarding current technical and regulatory information.

MSHA has developed a new Management Education Policy and

will be implementing a Leadership Intensive Course for GS-13,

14, and 15 supervisors/managers, as well as other supervisory

training, this fiscal year. Schedules, dates, and supervisors eligible to receive the training have yet to be determined.

Administrative and clerical personnel receive an annual oneweek training program to enhance their ability to assist MSHA

personnel and clients.

The Academy offers computer training on various software applications to MSHA personnel and others from the mining industry and other government agencies.

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Training for Industry

All Academy courses are open to participants from throughout

the mining community. These programs are taught by Academy

and visiting outside instructors and specialists from the mining

industry, trade associations, colleges and universities, manufacturers, and other government agencies. Seminars, workshops,

and conferences are offered during the year, both at the Academy and at sites throughout the country.

Many courses provide certification or qualification to persons

who take mandated examinations.

Examples of other courses available to the industry are Electrical

Safety for Miners, Hoists and Elevators, Instructor Training

Workshop (Part 48), Construction and Repairs Safety, Mine Elevator Inspection Program Training, Noise Hazards, Regulation

and Control, and Surface Facilities and Coal Preparation.

Training activities in the Mine Simulation Laboratory cover

mine rescue, firefighting, mine emergency response, simulated

inspections, ventilation, roof control, haulage, annual refresher

subjects, supervisory training, and mine examination. Students

come from MSHA, other Federal and state agencies, industry,

labor organizations, and international mining delegations.

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ACADEMIC LIFE

Class Attendance

Classes are informal and dress is casual. Most of our laboratory

classes include hands-on activities or outside fieldwork.

A typical class day begins at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 4:00 p.m. All

other day classes end by 5:00 p.m., unless otherwise scheduled.

Absences from class are approved for personal illnesses, emergencies, or death in a student’s family. Students notify their supervisor and instructors, and make up work assigned while

absent.

Grading System

The Academy uses a grading system for entry-level (coal and

metal/nonmetal) courses of study and gives examinations in these

classes. These grades are recorded, and students are informed of

their progress through periodic grade reports.

Units of Credit/Certificates of Participation

Students receive Continuing Education Units (CEUs) upon completion of an Academy program. One CEU is 10 contact hours

of participation in an educational experience. The Academy

does not grant degrees, but CEUs may be converted into hours

of credit at other institutions.

Students who satisfy the Academy criteria for successful completion of any course of study receive a Certificate of Completion documenting the course title, date, and CEUs.

College Credit for Academy Courses

Mine safety and health inspectors can earn an Associate of

Applied Science Degree in Occupational Development:

Mine Inspection from the Community and Technical College

of Marshall University, Huntington, West Virginia. This pro9
gram is a cooperative effort among MSHA, the National Council

of Field Labor Locals, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of

Apprenticeship and Training, and the university. Marshall will

award 43 credit hours to students who complete the equivalent of

the mine inspector apprentice requirements. These credits are applied to successful completion of the classroom and on-the-job

training parts of Entry Level Mine Inspector training. An additional 22 hours of general education credits are also required.

Academic Dishonesty

The student can be disciplined or dismissed from the Academy

for cheating, dishonesty, plagiarism, or knowingly furnishing

false information to the Academy.

Withdrawal

The student may withdraw from an Academy program without

penalty because of injury or other extenuating circumstances. If

you withdraw, you will not receive credit for the courses of

study in which you were enrolled.

Transcripts

You may request (in writing) a copy of your academic record.

Your request must include your full name, and Social Security

number. Submit your request to:

National Mine Health and Safety Academy

Student Services Branch

1301 Airport Road

Beaver, West Virginia 25813-9426

FAX: (304) 256-3251

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STUDENT LIFE

Food Service and Student Store

Academy food service offers complete meals in a cafeteria setting. You may choose from a selection of freshly prepared entrees and desserts with a full range of beverages available to

complement your meal. There is also a made-to-order deli and a

salad bar. Heart-healthy and vegetarian selections are also available. Food service personnel can assist anyone who has special

dietary needs. If you are an MSHA employee, you will receive a

meal card when you check in. Present this card to the cashier after you go through the serving line. Non-MSHA students who

are in residence must pay for lodging and meals.

The student store, located next to the cafeteria, has a wide variety of sundries, souvenirs, and gifts.

For Your Health and Safety

Please observe all posted speed limits and all traffic and parking

signs.

If you need emergency medical attention, please dial ext. 555 or

“0” and request medical assistance. Academy personnel will take

you to a medical facility in an Academy vehicle or arrange for an

ambulance. If there is no answer, dial 9-911 (Raleigh County

Emergency Operations Center) and request medical assistance.

Assistance in completing accident health insurance claim forms

for Federal students may be obtained from your class coordinator or a responsible staff person on duty after normal duty hours.

You play an important part in accident prevention at the Academy.

Should you see an actual or potential safety hazard, please report it

to an instructor, class coordinator, or any Academy staff person.

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Mail

You can send or receive mail (Monday through Friday) at the

Residence Hall registration desk. Our mailing address is:

National Mine Health and Safety Academy

1301 Airport Road

Beaver, WV 25813-9426

Vehicles

Students are required to register vehicles with security personnel

at the main entrance to Academy grounds. You will receive a

color-coded parking permit that allows you to park in a designated area. There is ample, well-lighted, and secure parking at

the Academy.

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FEES AND BILLING

Academy fees are reviewed periodically and subject to change.

Tuition

The Academy will charge tuition fees to all persons attending

Academy courses, except employees of Federal, State, or local

governments, persons attending the Academy under a program

supported through an MSHA State grant, and persons performing a direct service.

The tuition amount indicated by the course announcement is due

on arrival by check, money order, or credit card (VISA and

MasterCard) payable to MSHA Finance. We regret that we cannot accept cash. Billing is possible with a written request to the

Academy’s Student Services Branch. If tuition is submitted in

advance, written notification of withdrawal to the Student Services Branch is required to process a full refund.

Lodging

All persons in residence at the Academy, except MSHA personnel, other persons performing a direct service for MSHA, and

persons attending a program supported through an MSHA State

Grant, are charged for lodging.

The lodging fee is $41.00 per person per day for a single room

and $54.00 per day for a double room. Note that these fees are reviewed at the end of each fiscal year (September 30) and may be

changed at that time. Lodging fees are due on arrival by credit

card (VISA and MasterCard) or check/money order payable

to MSHA Finance. We regret that we cannot accept cash. Billing is possible with a written request to the Student Services

Branch.

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Persons staying at the Academy may have their spouses and immediate family as guests provided all appropriate fees are paid

on arrival. Advance reservations are required.

If you have special needs, please contact Student Services before your arrival.

Meals

Participants who pay for Academy lodging may register for

meals when they check in. Students staying in the dorm are normally required to purchase a meal ticket for breakfast and lunch

at the Academy. Dinner is optional. Prices are:

Breakfast $7.42

Lunch $9.54

Dinner $10.60

Note that these fees are reviewed at the end of each fiscal year

(September 30) and may be changed at that time.

Participants paying for their meals in the cafeteria may do so by

cash, major credit card, or check/money order payable to Basic

Contracting Services, Inc.

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TRAVEL TO THE ACADEMY

Located on a plateau in southern West Virginia, the Academy

blends into its Appalachian mountain setting. Scenic vistas and

wildlife greet travelers to the Academy, and students experience

a restful environment.

Several travel options are available:

By Air

Beckley, West Virginia – The Raleigh County Memorial Airport is located 1 mile from the Academy.

Charleston, West Virginia – The Yeager Airport is located 65 miles north of the Academy. Rental cars are

available.

Lewisburg, West Virginia – The Greenbrier Valley

Airport is located 47 miles east of the Academy. Rental

cars, taxis, and limousines are available.

By Train

AMTRAK provides tri-weekly service to and from

Prince, West Virginia – located 16 miles from the

Academy. Taxi service meets all trains.

By Bus

Daily Greyhound service is available to and from

Beckley – located 8 miles from the Academy in downtown Beckley. Taxi service is available.

By Car See Route Map to the Academy on page 16.

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Route Map to the Academy

Arriving from the NORTH

 When using U.S. 19 South, go to and

follow I-77 South, exit at I-64 East

 Follow I-64 to EXIT 125B, Airport

Road

 Academy is 1 mile on left

Arriving from the SOUTH

 When using I-77 North, exit and follow I-64 East

 Use EXIT 125B, Airport Road

 Academy is 1 mile on left

Arriving from the EAST

 When using I-64 West, use Exit

125, Beaver/Airport Road

 Turn RIGHT at bottom of ramp

 Academy is 1 mile on left

Arriving from the WEST

 When using I-64 East, use Exit

125B, Airport Road

 Academy is 1 mile on left
TRAINING COURSES

The National Mine Health and Safety Academy develops and

presents courses of study which cover a wide spectrum of mine

health and safety subjects. These courses of study address training

needs of miners, mine safety and health inspectors, government

and industry personnel, and others concerned with the health and

safety of our Nation's miners.

The courses described in this catalog are scheduled or can be

scheduled during the coming year. Additional courses can be

scheduled to meet specific needs of miners, mine operators, and

mine health and safety specialists.

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METAL/NONMETAL

INSPECTION COURSES

Journeyman Training

All metal and nonmetal mine safety and health inspectors will

attend one week of training per year, or two weeks every other

year. The training will be in a seminar format with subjects in

various specialty areas. A list of dates and subjects are on page

33.

The additional courses described in this section are designed for

journeyman metal and nonmetal mine safety and health inspectors

and Federal, state, mining industry, and labor organization personnel.

Course dates are given at the bottom of the course description.

Courses marked by this icon may be held at

your worksite. If your company or organization would like any of these courses presented onsite, contact Doris Fuller at (304) 256-3234. The course

will then be scheduled.

If you need more information about contents of a course, contact

the technical coordinator for that course at (304) 256-3100 or

Doris Fuller at (304) 256-3234.

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National Mine Health and Safety Academy

Student Services Branch

1301 Airport Road

Beaver, West Virginia 25813-9426

TELEPHONE: (304) 256-3252

FAX: (304) 256-3251

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BLASTING (SURFACE) (MNM)

[EX316M]

This course discusses the characteristics and use of explosives

and blasting agents. It is designed to teach blasting standards in

accordance with Institute Makers of Explosives (IME) guidelines and the Code of Federal Regulations (30 CFR). The course

is structured for MSHA metal/nonmetal safety and health inspectors and industry personnel.

Contents:

 Definitions

 Transportation and Storage of Explosives and Blasting

Agents

 Detonation Units

 Misfires

 Electric and Nonelectric Blasting Operations

 Explosives Hazards and Accidents

 Safe Blasting Principles (Work Procedures and Blast Plans)

 Initiation Systems

Technical Coordinator: Wayne L. Lively

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: March 8-10, 2005

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ELECTRICAL HAZARDS

[EL301M]

This course is designed to provide practical methods and techniques for the identification of electrical hazards and the appropriate enforcement actions to be taken. This course is for MSHA

metal/nonmetal inspection personnel with little or no electrical

expertise.

Contents:

 Basic Electrical Theory

 Basic Circuitry

 Grounding

 Power Distribution Systems

 Inspection of Electrical Equipment

 Regulations and Policies

 Hazard Recognition

 Citations and Orders

 Personal Safety

NOTE: This course is not for Electrical Specialists.

Technical Coordinator: Roy Milam

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: January 11-13, 2005

 Additional courses can be

 scheduled upon request

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GROUND CONTROL HAZARDS

[RC301M]

This course will focus on the Code of Federal Regulations (30

CFR) requirements related to ground control at surface and underground metal and nonmetal mines. The course provides techniques for the recognition and correction of ground control

hazards.

Contents:

 Highwalls

 Stockpiles

 Basic Geology

 Rock Fixtures

 Surface Structures

 Underground Support

 Hazard Recognition

 Compliance Determination

Technical Coordinator: Tom Bonifacio

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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HAULAGE (SURFACE) (MNM)

[HL301M]

Haulage accidents have been the leading cause of fatal

accidents for several years at our Nation’s surface mines. This

course teaches how to recognize the hazards that may exist in

surface haulage. It is taught by former MSHA mine safety and

health inspectors.

Contents:

 Compliance Determination of 30 CFR Parts 56/57.9000

and 56/57.14000

 Inspection Procedures for Surface Mining Equipment

 Use of Signs and Traffic Control on Mine Property

 Haul Road Design

 Brake Systems

 New Technology (video cameras)

 Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS)

 Falling Object Protective Structures (FOPS)

 Tire and Rim Safety

 Overview of Fatal Accidents

Technical Coordinator: Tom Bonifacio

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: November 16-18, 2004

Additional courses can be

scheduled upon request

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INSPECTOR'S PORTABLE APPLICATIONS FOR

LAPTOPS (IPAL) REVIEW – METAL/NONMETAL

[CT307M]

The IPAL review course is designed for MSHA metal/

nonmetal mine safety and health inspectors. The course reviews

the latest version of the IPAL Program. The course also covers

the fundamentals of the computer operating system, troubleshooting, and how to use the computer to reference resource material stored in the computer.

Contents:

 IPAL (Inspector's Portable Applications for Laptops)

 Reference Material (30 CFR, Mine Act, PPM, Policy Information Letters, and Program Information Bulletins)

 Basic Troubleshooting and Maintenance of the Laptop

Computer and the IPAL Program

 Using Citrix Metaframe

Technical Coordinator: Betty Hogan

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: None

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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MARSHALL UNIVERSITY MASTERS OF SAFETY

DEGREE (MINING EMPHASIS)

[NEMU003]

Courses will be offered pursuant to the Masters of Safety Degree (Mining Emphasis) program offered at the Academy

through Marshall University.

Students must be admitted into the program prior to taking the

courses. Application for Graduate Admission forms may be obtained by calling John Forte at (304) 256-3321.

College Chemistry 201, Math 130, and Physics 101 are prerequisites for admission to this program, as is a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.5.

For information on spring, summer, and fall classes, contact

John Rosiek at (304) 256-3211.

Technical Coordinators: John Rosiek

John Forte

Tuition: $270 for each class for MSHA

employees

$540 for non-MSHA employees

Dates: Spring 2005

Summer 2005

Fall 2005

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MINE ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION AND REPORT

WRITING

[IV301G]

This course is for coal, metal/nonmetal, technical support, EPD,

and other MSHA individuals involved in accident investigation.

Other interested individuals should contact the Technical

Coordinator. The course reviews basic guidelines, procedures,

and techniques used to investigate and report on accidents and

other incidents involving health and safety in the mining industry.

Classroom activities and discussions cover reasons for accident investigations, the investigative process, data collection, accident reconstruction, proper analysis for corrective actions, and completion

of investigative reports following relevant MSHA guidelines and

policies. At the conclusion of the class, in a practical exercise, students conduct a simulated accident investigation and prepare a report. Students should bring their laptop computers.

Contents:

 Overview of Accident Investigation

 Pre-Investigation Activities

 Dealing with Family Members

 Accident Reconstruction

 Photography/Sketching

 Interviewing Techniques

 Data Collection and Evaluation

 Developing Conclusions and Corrective Actions

 Report Writing

 TapRooT®

Technical Coordinators: Scott Mandeville

Roy Milam

Course Length: 8 days

Tuition: None

Dates: November 30-December 9, 2004

February 1-10, 2005

April 5-14, 2005

July 26-August 4, 2005

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SLOPE AND SHAFT SINKING SAFETY

[RC310G]

This course will include a description of the most common conventional slope and shaft construction process, the hazards associated with slope and shaft work, and inspection procedures. It

will also discuss the hazards associated with hoisting and cover

the inspection procedures for wire ropes.

Contents:

 Slope and Shaft Construction Process

 Ventilation

 Ground Control

 Hoisting

 Electrical

 Health

 Slope and Shaft Sinking Plans

 Inspection Guidelines

 Hazard Identification

Technical Coordinator: Ed Newcomb

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: $154.00

Dates: November 2-3, 2004

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TAILINGS DAM AND WASTE PILE

INSPECTION – METAL/NONMETAL

[IM301M]

This course will introduce the student to the general safety considerations for the design, construction, maintenance, and inspection of dams and waste piles.

Contents:

 Typical Geotechnical Investigations

 Foundation Analysis

 Breakthrough Potential Analysis

 Stability Analysis and Safety Factors

 Hydrologic and Hydraulic Considerations

 Construction Monitoring

 Identification of Deficiencies

 General Methods of Remediation

 Applicable Regulations

Technical Coordinator: Clifford F. Lindsay

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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TapRooT® SYSTEM ACCIDENT/INCIDENT

INVESTIGATION TRAINING

[IV341G]

This course is for MSHA coal, metal/nonmetal, technical

support, or other MSHA employees who are involved in mine

accident/incident investigations. The TapRooT® System provides a methodology to lead an investigator through the techniques and steps used to perform an in-depth investigation of

an incident’s root causes. Training focuses on developing a

flow diagram of the events and conditions leading up to the undesired incident, evaluating each condition, identifying causal

factors, and evaluating each factor as to root cause. The course

will include training on Systems Improvement’s SnapCharT®

and Root Cause Tree® software.

The SnapCharT® software is a graphic presentation of the

sequence of events identified and discovered during the physical

onsite investigation. A SnapCharT® helps the investigator organize the information gathered, identify the contributing factors

that lead to the incident, and identify causal factors. In addition,

it helps the investigator identify holes and inconsistencies in the

information gathered during the investigation.

The Root Cause Tree® software takes over where a SnapCharT®

stops. While the SnapCharT® looks at what happened and the

contributing factors involved, the Root Cause Tree® looks at

why it happened. The Root Cause Tree® provides the investigator with a comprehensive list of the root causes that should be

considered for every incident.

Students should bring their laptop computers.

Contents:

 Equipment Failure Analysis including:

 Design Failures

 Defective Parts

 Preventive/Predictive Maintenance

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TapRooT® SYSTEM ACCIDENT/INCIDENT

INVESTIGATION TRAINING (continued)

 Human Performance Difficulty Analysis including:

 Procedures

 Training

 Quality Control

 Communications

 Management Systems

 Human Engineering

 Work Direction

Technical Coordinators: Scott Mandeville

Roy Milam

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: None

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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UNDERGROUND VENTILATION

FOR METAL AND NONMETAL

MINES

[VN303N]

This course is designed to assist metal/nonmetal miners in the

recognition and evaluation of health hazards and effective ventilation methods to eliminate these hazards.

Contents:

 Airborne Contaminants

 Sampling and Detecting Devices

 Confined Spaces

 Hazard Controls

 Mine Maps

 Recognition of Areas That May Have Poor Air Quality

 Measuring Air Quantities

 Review of Ventilation Regulations

Technical Coordinators: William D. McKinney

Scott Mandeville

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: $154.00

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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METAL/NONMETAL MINE SAFETY AND

HEALTH INSPECTORS RETRAINING

[LP311M]

Metal and nonmetal mine safety and health inspectors are required to receive a minimum of two weeks of training every two

years. This is the second year of the current two-year training

cycle for metal/nonmetal mine safety and health inspectors.

Listed below are the dates and subjects of the training sessions

scheduled at the Academy.

Tom Bonifacio, Coordinator

SCHEDULE

December 7-16, 2004

February 8-17, 2005

March 22-31, 2005

SUBJECTS

 Professionalism

 Electrical Hazards

 Root Cause Analysis

 Blasting Technology

 Shaft and Slope Sinking

 Citations and Order Writing

 Powered Haulage

 Accident Reduction Program

 Law, Regulation and Policy

 Health Procedures

 PowerPoint Presentations

 Laptop Troubleshooting

 Basic Rigging

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METAL/NONMETAL ENTRY LEVEL

MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH

INSPECTORS TRAINING

The courses listed in this section are designed for entry level

mine safety and health inspectors. However, they may be attended by other Federal, state, mining industry, and labor organization personnel.

Training dates are given with each module.

Doris Fuller

Department of Instructional Services

National Mine Health and Safety Academy

1301 Airport Road

Beaver, West Virginia 25813-9426

TELEPHONE: (304) 256-3234

FAX: (304) 256-3247

E-MAIL: fuller.doris@dol.gov

METAL/NONMETAL CURRICULUM

(BASIC MODULES I-IV

INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED)

The following chart shows the required core courses for entry

level mine safety and health inspectors.

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Wellness training is scheduled for each module.

Laptop computer and printer required for all modules.

BASIC MODULE I (4 WEEKS)

Orientation Law, Regulation and Effective Writing

Introduction to MSHA Policy Basic Laptops

and Mission Standards of Conduct Safety Talks I and II

Diversity Professionalism General Inspection

Math Assessment Communications Procedures

Root Causes Interviewing Techniques

BASIC MODULE II (4 WEEKS)

Inspector’s Portable Notetaking Citations and Orders

Applications for Material Storage and Ground Control I

Laptops (IPAL) Handling Tech Support Briefing

Surface Haulage and DOL Accident Reporting Employee Health & Safety

Equipment Mine Act - S&S Pressure Vessels & Boilers

BASIC MODULE III (4 WEEKS)

Fire Protection Health I Personal Protective

Simulated Inspection Structural Safety Equipment

Electricity Accident Investigation Mine Act - 104(d), 107(a)

Part 50

BASIC MODULE IV (3 WEEKS)

Drilling and Blasting Safety Programs Gas Detecting Devices

IPAL Review Parts 48 and 46 Introduction to Special

Mine Act - 103(f), 103(g) Conference Presentations Investigations

INTERMEDIATE MODULE (4 WEEKS)

Cement Plant Processes Health II Mine Act - 103(k), 104(g)(1)

Part 50 Audits Haulage II Retaining Dams

Mine Act - Purpose of Excavation/Trenching Construction Safety

Agency Safety/Scaffold Safety (multiple topics)

Maintenance and Repair Part 45 - Contractors Jurisdictional Issues

Safety

ADVANCED MODULE (4 WEEKS)

**TapRooT Courtroom Procedures Ground Control II

**Unique Processes Permissibility Cranes

Hoists Shafts and Slopes Inspection Mine Act/C&O Review

Conference Presentations Underground Ventilation Overall Review/Graduation

** These courses are optional.

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METAL/NONMETAL ENTRY LEVEL

MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH

INSPECTORS TRAINING

(Dates include travel days)

GROUP M01

Intermediate Module January 24 – February 18, 2005 (4 weeks)

Advanced Module June 6 – July 1, 2005 (4 weeks)

GROUP M02

Intermediate Module February 28 – March 25, 2005 (4 weeks)

Advanced Module June 6 – July 1, 2005 (4 weeks)

GROUP M03

Basic Module IV October 18 – November 5, 2004 (3 weeks)

Intermediate Module April 4 – April 29, 2005 (4 weeks)

Advanced Module July 11 – August 5, 2005 (4 weeks)

GROUP M04

(To be determined)

GROUP M05

(To be determined)

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COAL INSPECTION COURSES

Journeyman Training

All journeyman coal mine safety and health inspectors will attend one week of training per year, or two weeks every other

year. The training will be in a seminar format with subjects in

various specialty areas. A list of dates and subjects can be found

on page 58.

The additional courses described in this section are designed for

journeyman coal mine safety and health inspectors and other

Federal, state, mining industry, and labor organization personnel.

Course dates are given at the bottom of the course description.

Courses marked by this icon may be held at

your worksite. If your company or organization would like any of these courses presented

onsite, contact Doris Fuller at (304) 256-3234. The course will

then be scheduled.

If you need more information about contents of a course, contact the technical coordinator for that course at (304) 256-3100

or Doris Fuller at (304) 256-3234.

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National Mine Health and Safety Academy

Student Services Branch

1301 Airport Road

Beaver, West Virginia 25813-9426

TELEPHONE: (304) 256-3252

FAX: (304) 256-3251

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ADVANCED VENTILATION/

BLEEDER AND GOB

VENTILATION SYSTEMS

[VN302C]

This advanced ventilation course is specifically designed for

ventilation specialists, mine safety and health inspectors, supervisors, and mine managers. It will improve their understanding

and working knowledge in ventilation systems for underground

mining.

Contents:

 Ventilation Design

 Plan Approval

 Regulatory Compliance

 Maintenance

 Inspection/Examination

 Evaluation of Ventilation Systems

 De-gasification

Technical Coordinator: Scott Mandeville

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: $154.00

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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BLASTING (SURFACE) (COAL)

[EX316C]

This course discusses the characteristics and use of explosives

and blasting agents. It is designed to teach blasting standards in

accordance with Institute Makers of Explosives (IME) guidelines and the Code of Federal Regulations (30 CFR). The course

is structured for MSHA coal mine safety and health inspectors

and industry personnel.

Contents:

 Definitions

 Transportation and Storage of Explosives and Blasting

Agents

 Detonation Units

 Misfires

 Electric and Nonelectric Blasting Operations

 Explosives Hazards and Accidents

 Safe Blasting Principles (Work Procedures and Blast Plans)

 Initiation Systems

Technical Coordinator: Wayne L. Lively

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: January 11-13, 2005

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COAL IMPOUNDMENT AND REFUSE PILE

INSPECTION

[IM301C]

This course will introduce the student to the general safety considerations for the design, construction, maintenance, and inspection of dams and waste piles.

Contents:

 Typical Geotechnical Investigations

 Foundation Analysis

 Breakthrough Potential Analysis

 Stability Analysis and Safety Factors

 Hydrologic and Hydraulic Considerations

 Construction Monitoring

 Identification of Deficiencies

 General Methods of Remediation

 Applicable Regulations

Technical Coordinator: Clifford F. Lindsay

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: $154.00

Dates: May 10-11, 2005

August 23-24, 2005

Additional courses can be

scheduled upon request

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY FOR COAL MINERS

[EL601C]

This course is designed to provide practical methods and

techniques to identify electrical hazards and the appropriate

enforcement actions to be taken. This course is for coal inspection personnel with limited or no electrical expertise.

Contents:

 Basic Electrical Theory

 Basic Circuitry

 Hazard Recognition

 Grounding

 Power Distribution Systems

 Regulations and Policies

 Personal Safety

 Citations and Orders

 Inspection of Electrical Equipment

 Permissibility

NOTE: This course is not intended for Electrical

Specialists.

Technical Coordinator: Roy Milam

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: March 29-31, 2005

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EXPLOSION PREVENTION

[EX320C]

This course is designed to provide methods and techniques for

identification of explosion hazards, prevention of such hazards,

and appropriate actions to be taken when a hazard is detected.

The course is structured for MSHA coal mine safety and health

inspectors and industry personnel.

Contents:

 Permissibility

 Recognizing Potential Hazards

 Proper Rock Dusting Techniques and Sampling Procedures

 Recent Events

 Effective Workplace Examinations

Technical Coordinator: Scott Mandeville

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: $154.00

Dates: March 29-30, 2005

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HAULAGE (SURFACE) (COAL)

[HL301C]

Haulage accidents have been one of the highest categories of

fatal accidents for several years at our Nation’s surface

mines. This course teaches the recognition of hazards that may

exist in surface haulage, and is taught by former MSHA mine

safety and health inspectors.

Contents:

 Compliance Determination of 30 CFR Parts 77.400 and

77.1600

 Inspection Procedures for Surface Mining Equipment

 Use of Signs and Traffic Control on Mine Property

 Haul Road Design

 Brake Systems

 New Technology (video cameras)

 Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS)

 Falling Object Protective Structures (FOPS)

 Tire and Rim Safety

 Overview of Fatal Accidents

Technical Coordinator: Johnnie Tyler

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: February 1-3, 2005

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INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE

[IH315C]

This course will enable mine safety and health inspectors to recognize and effectively assess health hazards, other than dust and

noise, in coal mines and related areas. Laboratory exercises will

include sampling procedures and techniques for more common

health hazards that may be encountered during inspections.

Other health hazard sampling procedures and techniques as well

as health effects – respiratory, dermatological, carcinogenic – will

also be discussed.

Contents:

 Industrial Hygiene Terminology

 Toxicology

 Solvents

 Asbestos

 Radiation (Gamma, Ultraviolet)

 Sampling Methods

 Methods of Control

 Contaminants Detected at Mine Sites

Technical Coordinator: William D. McKinney

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: August 23-25, 2005

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INSPECTOR'S PORTABLE APPLICATIONS FOR

LAPTOPS (IPAL) REVIEW – COAL

[CT307C]

The IPAL review course is designed for MSHA coal mine safety

and health inspectors. The course reviews the latest version of

the IPAL Program. The course also covers the fundamentals of

the computer operating system, troubleshooting, and how to use

the computer to reference resource material stored in the computer.

Contents:

 IPAL (Inspector's Portable Applications for Laptops)

 Reference Material (30 CFR, Mine Act, PPM, Policy Information Letters, and Program Information Bulletins)

 Basic Troubleshooting and Maintenance of the Laptop

Computer and the IPAL Program

 Using Citrix Metaframe

Technical Coordinator: Betty Hogan

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: None

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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LONGWALL MINING AND

INSPECTION PROCEDURES

[MS302C]

This course will introduce the student to longwall mining. It will

also make the experienced coal mine inspectors more familiar

with the trends and new technology in longwall mining. It will

cover all aspects of longwall mining, including approved MSHA

plans.

The first part of the course will cover all aspects of mining, including a review of all basic components of longwall mining

systems and their functions. It will also cover longwall moves,

degasification, and ground control for longwall faces.

The second part of the course will stress inspection procedures. It

will cover all areas – from outby to the longwall face. This section

has accompanying text and relates inspection procedures to the applicable standards in 30 CFR Parts 75 and 18.

Contents:

 History and Trends

 Parts of a Longwall (shearer, plow, panline, stage loader,

drives, etc.)

 Shields (parts and controls)

 Strata Control (above the longwall)

 Hydraulics

 Longwall Moves

 Special Roof Control Products for Longwalls

 Ventilation (section, gob, bleeder, bleeder fans)

 Basic Longwall Electrical Systems

 CO Monitors

 Degasification

 Respirable Dust Control

 Inspection Procedures (Special Emphasis)

 Regulations

Technical Coordinator: Joseph Fama

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: May 10-12, 2005

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MARSHALL UNIVERSITY MASTERS OF SAFETY

DEGREE (MINING EMPHASIS)

[NEMU003]

Courses will be offered pursuant to the Masters of Safety Degree

(Mining Emphasis) program offered at the Academy through

Marshall University.

Students must be admitted into the program prior to taking the

courses. Application for Graduate Admission forms may be obtained by calling John Forte at (304) 256-3321.

College Chemistry 201, Math 130, and Physics 101 are prerequisites for admission to this program, as is a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.5.

For information on spring, summer, and fall classes, contact

John Rosiek at (304) 256-3211.

Technical Coordinators: John Rosiek

John Forte

Tuition: $270 for each class for MSHA

employees

$540 for non-MSHA employees

Dates: Spring 2005

Summer 2005

Fall 2005

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MINE ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION AND REPORT

WRITING

[IV301G]

This course is for coal, metal/nonmetal, technical support, EPD,

and other MSHA individuals involved in accident investigation.

Other interested individuals should contact the Technical Coordinator. The course reviews basic guidelines, procedures, and

techniques used to investigate and report on accidents and other

incidents involving health and safety in the mining industry.

Classroom activities and discussions cover reasons for accident

investigations, the investigative process, data collection, accident reconstruction, proper analysis for corrective actions, and

completion of investigative reports following relevant MSHA

guidelines and policies. At the conclusion of the class, in a practical exercise, students will conduct a simulated accident investigation and prepare a report. Students should bring their laptop

computers.

Contents:

 Overview of Accident Investigation

 Pre-Investigation Activities

 Dealing with Family Members

 Accident Reconstruction

 Photography/Sketching

 Interviewing Techniques

 Data Collection and Evaluation

 Developing Conclusions and Corrective Actions

 Report Writing

 TapRooT®

Technical Coordinators: Scott Mandeville

Roy Milam

Course Length: 8 days

Tuition: None

Dates: November 30-December 9, 2004

February 1-10, 2005

April 5-14, 2005

July 26-August 4, 2005

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NOISE HAZARDS, REGULATION,

AND CONTROL

[IH321G]

This course provides the participant with information on the

hazards associated with overexposure to noise. It thoroughly reviews 30 CFR Part 62 and appropriate monitoring and control

methods. The course also discusses the elements of an effective

hearing conservation program.

Contents:

 Characteristics of Noise

 Impact of Noise on Health

 Noise Monitoring

 Sound Level Meters

 Dosimeters

 Octave Band Analysis

 Audiometric Examinations

 Noise Regulation - Compliance Discussion

 Exposure levels

 Monitoring

 Hearing Conservation Programs

 Training Requirements

 Control methods

Technical Coordinator: William D. McKinney

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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ROOF CONTROL SEMINAR

[RC501C]

This seminar is designed for miners, company managers, engineers, trainers, roof bolter machine operators, and for any individual involved with coal mine roof safety. Federal and state

enforcement personnel wishing to increase their knowledge in

the latest developments in roof and rib control will also find this

seminar very beneficial.

This seminar will update personnel on new products and methods related to roof stability. It will also include presentations by

personnel from the Academy, Technical Support, MSHA headquarters, other government agencies, and industry. All subjects

will incorporate safe mining practices which will help reduce

roof fall injuries and fatalities. The seminar will discuss new

roof control techniques, trends, and developments.

Contents:

 New Roof Bolting Products

 Supplemental Supports

 Roof Control Fatality Trends and Prevention

 Roof Control Machinery Updates

Technical Coordinators: Joseph Fama

John Rosiek

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: None

Dates: June 1-2, 2005

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SLOPE AND SHAFT SINKING SAFETY

[RC310G]

This course will include a description of the most common conventional slope and shaft construction process, the hazards associated with slope and shaft work, and inspection procedures. It

will also discuss the hazards associated with hoisting and cover

the inspection procedures for wire ropes.

Contents:

 Slope and Shaft Construction Process

 Ventilation

 Ground Control

 Hoisting

 Electrical

 Health

 Slope and Shaft Sinking Plans

 Inspection Guidelines

 Hazard Identification

Technical Coordinator: Ed Newcomb

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: $154.00

Dates: November 2-3, 2004

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SURFACE FACILITIES AND COAL PREPARATION

[PP601C]

This course is designed to familiarize the student with: equipment and processes used in coal preparation plants; hazards that

might exist around preparation plants; and inspection requirements for such plants. This course has been expanded to include

structural safety in an effort to eliminate surface structural failures in the mining industry.

Contents:

 Structural Safety

 Equipment Guarding

 Stockpile Safety

 Delivery Methods to the Plant

 Crushing, Sizing, and Washing Processes

 Dewatering and Drying

 Storage of Raw and Clean Coal

 Potential Hazards

 Preparation Plant Inspection

Technical Coordinators: Clifford F. Lindsay

John Tyler

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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TapRooT® SYSTEM ACCIDENT/INCIDENT

INVESTIGATION TRAINING

[IV341G]

This course is for coal, metal/nonmetal, technical support, and

other MSHA employees who are involved in mine accident/incident investigations. The TapRooT® System provides a methodology to lead an investigator through the techniques and steps

used to perform an in-depth investigation of an incident’s root

causes. Training focuses on developing a flow diagram of the

events and conditions leading up to the undesired incident, evaluating each condition, identifying causal factors, and evaluating

each factor as to root cause. The course will include training on

Systems Improvement’s SnapCharT® and Root Cause Tree® software.

The SnapCharT® software is a graphic presentation of the

sequence of events identified and discovered during the physical

onsite investigation. A SnapCharT® helps the investigator organize the information gathered, identify the contributing factors

that lead to the incident, and identify causal factors. In addition,

it helps the investigator identify holes and inconsistencies in the

information gathered during the investigation.

The Root Cause Tree® software takes over where a SnapCharT®

stops. While the SnapCharT® looks at what happened and the

contributing factors involved, the Root Cause Tree® looks at why

it happened. The Root Cause Tree® provides the investigator with

a comprehensive list of the root causes that should be considered

for every incident.

Students should bring their laptop computers.

Contents:

 Equipment Failure Analysis including:

 Design Failures

 Defective Parts

 Preventive/Predictive Maintenance

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TapRooT® SYSTEM ACCIDENT/INCIDENT

INVESTIGATION TRAINING (continued)

 Human Performance Difficulty Analysis including:

 Procedures

 Training

 Quality Control

 Communications

 Management Systems

 Human Engineering

 Work Direction

Technical Coordinators: Scott Mandeville

Roy Milam

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: None

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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UNDERGROUND DIESEL EQUIPMENT/

VENTILATION

[VN321G]

This course provides the participants with techniques to

conduct an evaluation of existing underground diesel mining

equipment. Basic air sampling principles will be presented. The

impact of diesel equipment on the mine ventilation system and

the mine ventilation plan will be discussed. The health hazards

associated with diesel equipment and diesel fuel will be examined.

Primary emphasis will focus on the Code of Federal Regulations

(30 CFR) related to underground mining operations. The class

will integrate technology with case studies and basic laboratory

work.

Contents:

 Code of Federal Regulations Review

 Air Sampling Procedures

 Introduction to Basic Air Flow Measurement Techniques

 Equipment

 Health Hazards

 Proper Health Sampling Techniques

 Review of Diesel Technology

Technical Coordinators: William McKinney

Scott Mandeville

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: May 3-5, 2005

August 9-11, 2005

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UNDERGROUND HAULAGE,

TRANSPORTATION, AND

MACHINERY (COAL)

[HL321C]

Haulage or Machinery-related accidents continue to be one of

the leading causes of fatalities in underground mining. These

two categories are also the leading causes of nonfatal accidents

in underground mining which result in lost work days.

This course for MSHA Coal Journeyman inspectors teaches recognition of some of the hazards associated with haulage equipment and other machinery found in underground coal mines and

methods to eliminate them. The inspector will recognize haulage

hazards and the appropriate enforcement action to take.

Contents:

 Recent Statistical Data

 Investigative Findings of Some Recent Accidents

 Difference Between Accidents Classified as Haulage and

Those Classified as Machinery

 Regulations and Policy

 Safeguards

 Enforcement Action: Citations and Orders

Technical Coordinator: Roy Milam

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: $154.00

Dates: May 24-25, 2005

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COAL MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH

INSPECTORS RETRAINING

[LP311C]

MSHA underground and surface coal mine safety and health inspectors are required to receive a minimum of two weeks of

training every two years. This is the second year of the current

two-year training cycle for journeyman coal mine safety and

health inspectors.

Listed below are the dates of the training sessions scheduled at

the Academy.

UNDERGROUND COAL MINE

SAFETY AND HEALTH INSPECTORS

(LP311C05)

Richard McDorman, Coordinator

SCHEDULE

October 19-28, 2004

January 25-February 3, 2005

April 5-14, 2005

August 2-11, 2005

SURFACE COAL MINE

SAFETY AND HEALTH INSPECTORS

(LP312C05)

Johnnie Tyler, Coordinator

SCHEDULE

November 30-December 9, 2004

July 12-21, 2005

New subject areas will be announced later.

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COAL ENTRY LEVEL

MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH

INSPECTORS TRAINING

The courses listed in this section are designed for entry level

coal mine safety and health inspectors. However, they may be

attended by other Federal, state, mining industry, and labor organization personnel.

Training dates are given with each module.

Doris Fuller

Department of Instructional Services

National Mine Health and Safety Academy

1301 Airport Road

Beaver, West Virginia 25813-9426

TELEPHONE: (304) 256-3234

FAX: (304) 256-3247

E-MAIL: fuller.doris@dol.gov

COAL CURRICULUM (MODULES I-VIII)

The following chart shows the required core courses for entry

level mine safety and health inspectors.

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Wellness training is scheduled for each module.

Laptop computer and printer required for all modules.

MODULE I (4 weeks)

Orientation Effective Citation Writing Citations and Orders

Standards of Conduct Law, Regulation, & Policy/ Writing/Notetaking

Diversity Math Introduction to Laptops

Professionalism Communications

MODULE II (3 weeks)

Inspection Procedures Surface Installations Ground Control

Inspector's Portable Combustible Materials Structural Safety

Applications for and Rockdusting Gas Detecting Devices

Laptops (IPAL)

MODULE III (3 weeks)

Citations and Orders Roof Control I Surface Load and Haul

Review (S&S) Respirable Dust

MODULE IV (3 weeks)

Citations and Orders IPAL Review Workplace Examinations

Review [104(d)] Mine Maps/Ventilation I Simulated Inspection

Fire Protection/Hazcom Courtroom Procedures

MODULE V (3 weeks)

Blasting and Explosives Mine Electricity I & II Underground Haulage

Citations and Orders Citations and Orders Employee Health and

Review [107(a)] Review [103(g)] Safety

MODULE VI (3 weeks)

Roof Control II Noise/Miscellaneous Accident Investigation

Impoundments Health Ventilation II

Training Requirements (Part 48)

MODULE VII (3 weeks)

Part 50 Diesel Permissibility Mine Rescue/Part 49

Interviewing Techniques Longwall High Voltage Electrical Permissibility

Citations and Orders Mine Wide Monitoring Introduction to Special

Review [104(g)/Part 48] Longwall Investigations

MODULE VIII (3 weeks)

Repeat Violation Reduc- Technical Support Field Hoisting

tion Program (RVRP) Trip Conference CommuniCitations and Orders Slope and Shaft Inspection cations/Trip to District

Review [103(f) 103(k)/ Miscellaneous Safety Office

General Review Standards Review/Graduation

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COAL ENTRY LEVEL

MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH

INSPECTORS TRAINING

(Dates include travel days)

GROUP 41

Module VII October 18 – November 5, 2004 (3 weeks)

Module VIII November 29 – December 17, 2004 (3 weeks)

GROUP 42

Module I November 29 – December 17, 2004 (3 weeks)

Module II January 24 – February 18, 2005 (4 weeks)

Module III March 7 – March 25, 2005 (3 weeks)

Module IV April 25 – May 13, 2005 (3 weeks)

Module V June 13 – July 1, 2005 (3 weeks)

Module VI August 1 – August 19, 2005 (3 weeks)

Module VII September 19 – October 7, 2005 (3 weeks)

Module VIII November 28 – December 16, 2005 (3 weeks)

GROUP 43

(To be determined)

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COMPUTER TRAINING SCHEDULE

Contents of each computer class are listed followed by a schedule by course dates. All persons attending, except employees of

Federal, state, or local governments, will be charged a tuition

fee of $231.00 for a three-day class; $154.00 for a two-day

class; and $77.00 for a one-day class.

Additional information may be obtained by contacting the

Course Coordinators: Mac A. Carnes (304) 256-3398; Naomi

A. Hughes (304) 256-3313; or Betty Hogan (304) 256-3235.

National Mine Health and Safety Academy

Student Services Branch

1301 Airport Road

Beaver, West Virginia 25813-9426

TELEPHONE: (304) 256-3252

FAX: (304) 256-3251

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MICROSOFT® WORD 2002

[CT706G05]

Microsoft® Word 2002 is a word-processing program that is

used to compose and update a wide range of business documents. It offers many desktop-publishing features that let you

enhance the appearance of documents. Word also has the power

and flexibility to produce professional documents quickly and easily.

Contents:

 Create a Document

 Edit and Format

 Present Information in Tables and Columns

 Work with Graphics/Charts

 Customize Word for the Way You Work

 Create Form Letters and Labels

 Create Forms

 Work with Footnotes and Bookmarks

 Work with Tables of Contents and Indexes

Technical Coordinators: Mac Carnes

Naomi Hughes

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: December 7-9, 2004

March 22-24, 2005

September 13-15, 2005

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MICROSOFT® WINDOWS 2000/

MICROSOFT® OUTLOOK 2002

[CT701G05]

Windows 2000 is an operating system that organizes files, runs

programs, and coordinates work. This course will explore some of

the basic features of the Windows desktop.

Contents:

 Use the Windows Desktop

 Customize Windows to the Way You Work

 Work with Files and Folders

 Print - How to Add a Network Printer

 Change Windows Settings

 Change Password

 Use the System Tools

 Use of Network Drives vs. Local Drives

 Log Onto the Network vs. Local Drives

 Virus Utilities

 Remote Access

Microsoft® Outlook 2002 is a desktop communications program that helps manage time and information more effectively

and enables users to share information and collaborate with others more easily.

Contents:

 Mailbox Folder Creation

 Limitation on Mailbox Size

 How to Determine Mailbox Size

 Customize and Organize Email Messages

 Personal/Public Shared Folder

 Personal/Global Address Book

 Schedule and Manage Meetings

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 Create and Organize Contacts/Tasks/Notes

 Customize Outlook

 Insert Hyperlinks to Files

 Remote Access

 Manage your Calendar

 Use the Journal

 Out of Office Assistant

Technical Coordinator: Naomi Hughes

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: $154.00

Dates: January 19-20, 2005

February 15-16, 2005

May 17-18, 2005

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MICROSOFT® POWERPOINT 2002

[CT711G05]

Microsoft® PowerPoint 2002 is a presentation program that

allows users to create overhead slides, speaker notes, audience

handouts and outlines – all in a single presentation file. PowerPoint offers powerful tools to help create and organize a presentation step by step. This class includes hands-on work in the Computer Laboratory, and development of a sample presentation.

Contents:

 Choose the Best Method to Start a Presentation

 Create a Presentation Using Suggested Content and a Design Template

 Browse Through a Presentation

 Enter and Edit Text in a Presentation

 View a Presentation

 Insert Slides from Other Presentations

 Rearrange Slides in a Presentation

 Create a Folder to Store a Presentation

 Change Text Alignment and Spacing

 Find and Replace Text and Fonts

 Correct Text While Typing

 Check Spelling and Presentation Styles

 Add a Header and Footer

 Choose the Right Print Settings

 Preview and Print a Presentation

 Enter and Print Speaker Notes

Technical Coordinators: Mac Carnes

Naomi Hughes

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: November 30-December 2, 2004

January 25-27, 2005

August 30-September 1, 2005

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MICROSOFT® EXCEL 2002 – BASIC

[CT721G05]

Excel 2002 is a spreadsheet program that can be used to organize, analyze and attractively present data, such as a budget or

sales report. This course requires a prior knowledge of computers. Classroom activities include hands-on work in the Computer

Laboratory.

Contents:

 Excel Basics

 Entering and Editing Data

 Modifying a Worksheet

 Using Functions

 Formatting Worksheets

 Printing

 Creating Charts

 Using the Help Feature

Technical Coordinators: Mac Carnes

Naomi Hughes

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: January 4-6, 2005

April 5-7, 2005

July 26-28, 2005

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MICROSOFT® EXCEL 2002 – INTERMEDIATE

[CT722G05]

Excel 2002 is a spreadsheet program that can be used to organize, analyze and attractively present data, such as a budget or

sales report. This course requires a prior knowledge of computers and the Basic Excel course. Activities include hands-on

work in the Computer Laboratory.

Contents:

 Working With Large Worksheets

 Working With Multiple Worksheets and Workbooks

 Advanced Charting

 Advanced Formatting

 Using Templates

 Additional Functions

 Protecting Parts of a Worksheet

Technical Coordinators: Mac Carnes

Naomi Hughes

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: March 29-31, 2005

June 28-30, 2005

September 20-22, 2005

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MICROSOFT® ACCESS 2002 – BASIC

[CT731G05]

Access 2002 is a database program that allows users to store and

manage large collections of information. Access provides all the

tools needed to create an efficient and effective database. This

course requires a prior knowledge of computers. Activities include hands-on work in the Computer Laboratory.

Contents:

 Access Basics

 Creating Databases

 Working With Fields and Records

 Querying Tables

 Creating and Using Forms

 Create, Modify, and Print Reports

 Import and Export Database Objects

Technical Coordinators: Mac Carnes

Naomi Hughes

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: November 2-4, 2004

April 12-14, 2005

June 21-23, 2005

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MICROSOFT® ACCESS 2002 – INTERMEDIATE

[CT732G05]

Access 2002 is a database program that allows users to store and

manage large collections of information. Access provides all the

tools needed to create an efficient and effective database. This

course requires a prior knowledge of computers. Activities include hands-on work in the Computer Laboratory.

Contents:

 Creating Relational Databases

 Working With Related Tables

 Input Masks

 Advanced Query Features

 Creating Advanced Queries

 Advanced Form Design

 Advanced Report Features

 Creating Charts in Forms and Reports

Technical Coordinators: Mac Carnes

Naomi Hughes

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: January 11-13, 2005

June 14-16, 2005

August 16-18, 2005

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MICROSOFT® ACCESS 2002 – ADVANCED

[CT733G05]

Access 2002 is a database program that allows users to store and

manage large collections of information. Access provides all the

tools needed to create an efficient and effective database. This

course is for experienced database users and requires a prior

knowledge of Microsoft® Access. Activities include hands-on work

in the Computer Laboratory.

Contents:

 Create and Use an Advanced Form

 Create and Use Macros

 Exploring Access SQL

 Managing and Protecting Databases

Technical Coordinators: Mac Carnes

Naomi Hughes

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: March 1-3, 2005

August 2-4, 2005

September 27-29, 2005

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CERTIFICATION AND

QUALIFICATION COURSES

The courses in this section are available to MSHA and industry

personnel. Upon successful completion of any of these courses,

participants will receive the required MSHA certification for the

particular area covered.

Courses marked by this icon may be held at

your worksite. If your company or organization would like any of these courses presented

onsite, contact Doris Fuller at (304) 256-3234. The course will

then be scheduled.

If you need more information about contents of a course,

contact the technical coordinator for that course at (304)

256-3100 or Doris Fuller at (304) 256-3234.

National Mine Health and Safety Academy

Student Services Branch

1301 Airport Road

Beaver, West Virginia 25813-9426

TELEPHONE: (304) 256-3252

FAX: (304) 256-3251

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ANNUAL RETRAINING FOR

IMPOUNDMENT QUALIFICATION

[IM602C]

This course provides the annual retraining requirements for

qualified impoundment mine safety and health inspectors. Impoundment mine safety and health inspectors are required to receive annual retraining in accordance with the requirements

specified in the Code of Federal Regulations [30 CFR 77.107-1(b)].

Contents:

 Reviews of Proper Inspection Procedures

 Signs of Impoundment Stress

 Instrumentation Monitoring

 Construction Monitoring

 Emergency Action Planning

 Foundation Analysis

 Geotechnical Investigations

 Breakthrough Potential Analysis

Technical Coordinator: Clifford F. Lindsay

Course Length: 4 hours

Tuition: $44.00

Dates: December 1, 2004

February 9, 2005

June 15, 2005

August 10, 2005

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QUALIFICATION FOR

IMPOUNDMENT INSPECTION

[IM601C]

This course provides the initial training for personnel who are

required to inspect impoundments. Successful completion of this

course qualifies the participant to inspect impoundments as required by the Code of Federal Regulations [30 CFR

77.216-3(g)].

Contents:

Introductory training on:

 Proper Inspection Procedures

 Recognizing Deficiencies and Signs of Distress

 Failure Modes

 Foundation Analysis

 Geotechnical Investigation

 Breakthrough Potential Analysis

 Common Instrumentation

 Facility Configurations

 Field Hazard Classifications

 Reporting Requirements

 Inspection Forms

Technical Coordinator: Clifford F. Lindsay

Course Length: 8 hours

Tuition: $77.00

Dates: November 18, 2004

February 17, 2005

May 5, 2005

July 14, 2005

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RESPIRABLE COAL MINE DUST SAMPLER

CALIBRATION/MAINTENANCE CERTIFICATION

[IH602C]

This course provides the initial training for personnel who are

required to calibrate and maintain coal mine dust sampling

equipment.

Successful completion of this course certifies the participant to

calibrate and maintain respirable coal mine dust sampler units

under the current Code of Federal Regulations (30 CFR Parts

70/71/90).

Contents:

 Properties of the Approved Sampling Unit

 Responsibilities of the Certified Person for Maintenance

and Calibration

Hands-On Instruction:

 Pump Calibration Procedures

 Maintenance Requirements

 Sampling Unit Inspection

 Pre-Shift Checks of Approved Sampling Unit

Technical Coordinator: William D. McKinney

Course Length: 8 hours

Tuition: $77.00

Dates: May 25, 2005

September 21, 2005

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RESPIRABLE COAL MINE DUST SAMPLING

CERTIFICATION

[IH601C]

This course provides the initial training for personnel who are

required to collect coal mine dust samples.

Successful completion of this course certifies the participant to

collect and submit respirable coal mine dust samples under the

current Code of Federal Regulations (30 CFR Parts 70/71/90).

Contents:

Instruction in the Regulations Governing the Coal Mine Operator’s Respirable Dust Sampling Program including:

 Nature of Respirable Dust Hazards

 Responsibilities of the Certified Sampler

 Respirable Dust Sampling Procedures

 Approved Sampler Units

 On-Shift Parameter Checks

Hands-on Instructions for Sampling Unit:

 Assembly

 Inspection

 Use

Technical Coordinator: William D. McKinney

Course Length: 8 hours

Tuition: $77.00

Dates: May 24, 2005

September 20, 2005

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GENERAL COURSES FOR MSHA

AND THE MINING INDUSTRY

The Academy courses described in this section are available to

MSHA and industry personnel.

Courses marked by this icon may be held at

your worksite. If your company or organization would like any of these courses presented

onsite, contact Doris Fuller at (304) 256-3234. The course will

then be scheduled.

If you need more information about contents of a course, contact

the technical coordinator for that course at (304) 256-3100 or

Doris Fuller at (304) 256-3234.

National Mine Health and Safety Academy

Student Services Branch

1301 Airport Road

Beaver, West Virginia 25813-9426

TELEPHONE: (304) 256-3252

FAX: (304) 256-3251

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ACCIDENT PREVENTION

TECHNIQUES

[SF601G]

This course is designed for safety managers/directors, mine managers, or anyone in the mining industry involved in safety management. Several proven accident reduction techniques are

covered during the three-day class.

The course begins with a discussion on the principle of

multiple causation and the importance of identifying the significant contributing factors in most mining accidents. Accidents/

incidents are divided into the three levels of causation with

examples of each level discussed. Discussions focus on the indirect level of causation through a technique of identifying performance problems as either skill or motivational. Unsafe

conditions and unsafe work practices are addressed through job

safety analysis and job observation. Stress, safety communications, and effective safety talks will be covered.

The class concludes with a health and safety survey which can

identify the strengths and weaknesses of a company’s health

and safety program.

Contents:

 Accident/Incident Analysis

 Analyzing Performance Problems

 Safety Communications/Promotion

 Developing Effective Safety Talks

 Managing Stress

 Job Safety Analysis

 Job Observation

 Accident Investigation

 Mine Safety Program Rating Procedures

Technical Coordinator: John Forte

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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ADVANCED VENTILATION/

BLEEDER AND GOB

VENTILATION SYSTEMS

[VN302C]

This advanced ventilation course is specifically designed for

ventilation specialists, mine safety and health inspectors, supervisors, and mine managers. It will improve their understanding

and working knowledge in ventilation systems for underground

mining.

Contents:

 Ventilation Design

 Plan Approval

 Regulatory Compliance

 Maintenance

 Inspection/Examination

 Evaluation of Ventilation Systems

 Degasification

Technical Coordinator: Scott Mandeville

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: $154.00

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY FOR COAL MINERS

[EL601C]

This course is designed to provide practical methods and techniques to identify electrical hazards and the appropriate enforcement actions to take. This course is for coal industry personnel

with limited or no electrical expertise.

Contents:

 Basic Electrical Theory

 Basic Circuitry

 Hazard Recognition

 Grounding

 Power Distribution Systems

 Regulations and Policies

 Personal Safety

 Inspection of Electrical Equipment

 Permissibility

NOTE: This course is not intended for Electrical Specialists.

Technical Coordinator: Roy Milam

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: March 29-31, 2005

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY FOR METAL/NONMETAL

MINERS

[EL601M]

This course is designed to provide practical methods and techniques to identify electrical hazards and the appropriate enforcement actions to take. This course is for metal/nonmetal industry

personnel with limited or no electrical expertise.

Contents:

 Grounding

 Power Distribution Systems

 Inspection of Electrical Equipment

 Regulations and Policies

 Hazard Recognition

 Personal Safety

NOTE: This course is not intended for Electrical Specialists.

Technical Coordinator: Roy Milam

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: $154.00

Dates: April 19-20, 2005

August 23-24, 2005

Additional courses can be

scheduled upon request

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HAZARD COMMUNICATION (HAZCOM)

[IH616G]

This course is designed to provide operators with information

necessary to develop an effective HazCom program. It will review the requirements of 30 CFR Part 47, including identification of chemicals at the mine site, determining which chemicals are

hazardous, establishing a HazCom Program, and informing miners

about chemical hazards and appropriate protection measures.

Contents:

 Purpose and Scope of the HazCom Standard

 Operators and Chemicals Covered

 Identification of Hazardous Chemicals

 Requirements for a HazCom Program

 Container Labels and Other Forms of Warning

 Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Requirements

 HazCom Training Requirements

 Availability of HazCom Information

 Trade Secret Provisions

 Exemptions

Technical Coordinators: Tom Bonifacio

William D. McKinney

John Tyler

Course Length: 1 day

Tuition: $77.00

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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HOISTS AND ELEVATORS

[HS603C]

This course provides instruction to the student in the basic parts

of mine personnel hoists and elevators. It includes discussion of

drums, sheaves, cages, but mainly concentrates on wire ropes and

terminations. The class will also cover some of the requirements

in the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) A17.1

and A17.2 which apply to elevators. The student will learn basic

wire rope and termination technology and how to use this knowledge to enforce removal criteria according to the Code of Federal

Regulations (30 CFR 75.1400 or 56.19000). The student will also

learn how to conduct an adequate inspection for personnel hoists

and elevators. There are exercises on hazard recognition and how

to write the appropriate citations. This course is for MSHA coal

and metal/ nonmetal mine safety and health inspectors and industry personnel.

Contents:

 Wire Rope Technology

 Terminations and Attachments

 Removal Criteria According to 30 CFR

 How to Apply ASME A17.1 & A17.2

 Hazard Recognition

 Inspection Procedure

 Citation and Order Writing

Technical Coordinator: Joseph Fama

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: November 30-December 2, 2004

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INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE: SAMPLING FOR

RESPIRABLE SILICA DUST AND NOISE

[IH621M]

(Offered on site)

This class, developed in cooperation with the National Stone,

Sand and Gravel Association, is to be scheduled at your

worksite. It involves two days of classroom work and a full day

of on-site sampling for silica and noise. It prepares miners and

mine operators to conduct ongoing sampling. Results of noise

sampling are available immediately; dust samples require analysis in the laboratory, and the cost of analysis is picked up by

the mine operator.

A minimum of 10 students is required; the maximum class size

is 15 students.

Contents:

 Hazards of Silica and Noise

 Introduction to Industrial Hygiene

 Sampling Equipment and Techniques Laboratory

 Record Keeping

 Calculations

 Controls

Technical Coordinator: William D. McKinney

Tuition: $250.00 per student

Dates: Limited availability; to be

arranged with individual

operators

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INSTRUCTOR TRAINING WORKSHOP (PART 48)

[GS641G]

This course is intended to improve the instructional skills, abilities, and knowledge of mine trainers. Participants will be required to select, develop, and present a 15-minute training

segment on a health or safety topic in 30 CFR Part 48. The presentation will be videotaped for playback and individual review.

Approval as a Part 48 instructor is a two-part process. (1) You

must demonstrate that you have knowledge of the subjects that

you will be teaching. This is generally accomplished by submitting a resume to the local MSHA District showing your mining

experience and education. (2) You must demonstrate that you

have the ability to teach. Successful completion of this course will

enable you to meet this requirement.

The course is offered as a three (3) or four (4) day program. An

optional MSHA First Aid class is offered the first day.

Contents:

 Principles of Adult Instruction

 Developing Objectives

 Developing Criterion Test Items

 Outlining the Training Content

 Determining the Instructional Methods

 Developing and Using Training Aids

 Developing a Lesson Plan

 Using Facilitation Skills

 Part 48 Requirements

 MSHA First Aid Program

Technical Coordinator: Robert Simmons

Course Length: 3 days (4 days with first aid)

Tuition: $231.00 (3 days)

$308.00 (4 days)

Dates: November 29-December 2, 2004

June 6-9, 2005

August 15-18, 2005

(All dates include one day First Aid Instructor Training)

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INTERMEDIATE TOXICOLOGY

[IH606G]

This course will provide coal and metal/nonmetal health specialists with a review of the uptake, distribution, metabolism, and

elimination of industrial and environmental chemicals. Dose- and

time-response relationships will be discussed. Toxic effects of

metals, particulates, solvents, and other chemicals found in the

mine environment will be examined.

Contents:

 Introduction to Fundamental Concepts of Toxicology

 Review of Terminology Used in Toxicology

 Comparison of Inhalation, Ingestion, and Dermal Exposures

 Definition of Endpoints of Toxicity

 Summary of Acute Versus Chronic Toxicity

 Discussion of Toxicity Data Used to Develop Exposure

Limits for Humans

Instructor: Michelle Schaper

Technical Coordinator: William D. McKinney

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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INTRODUCTION TO MINING

[MS701G]

The mining industry fulfills the important function of providing

society’s raw materials. Increasingly, mining has become more

complex, due to rapid technological changes and comprehensive

regulations. This complexity coupled with the industry’s rich

and traditional use of unique terminology can make understanding mining difficult for persons unfamiliar with it. This course

introduces participants to the broad scope of mining, and is for

those with little or no mining knowledge. It will provide participants with a working understanding of the various aspects of the

industry.

Contents:

 Mining Terminology

 Mineral Exploration and Geology

 Description of the Different Mining Methods

 Coal Preparation and Mineral Processing

 Health and Safety Regulations including:

 Ground/Roof Control

 Ventilation and Dust Control

 Haulage and Hoisting

 Personal Protective Equipment

 Mapping

 Mine Examinations

 Electricity

 Explosives

 Industrial Hygiene

Technical Coordinator: Jimmy L. Shumate

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: August 2-4, 2005

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MARSHALL UNIVERSITY MASTERS OF SAFETY

DEGREE (MINING EMPHASIS)

[NEMU003]

Courses will be offered pursuant to the Masters of Safety Degree (Mining Emphasis) program offered at the Academy

through Marshall University.

Students must be admitted into the program prior to taking the

courses. Application for Graduate Admission forms may be obtained by calling John Forte at (304) 256-3321.

College Chemistry 201, Math 130, and Physics 101 are prerequisites for admission to this program, as is a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.5.

For information on spring, summer, and fall classes, contact

John Rosiek at (304) 256-3211.

Technical Coordinators: John Rosiek

John Forte

Tuition: $270 for each class for MSHA

employees

$540 for non-MSHA employees

Dates: Spring 2005

Summer 2005

Fall 2005

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MINE ACCIDENT

INVESTIGATION TECHNIQUES

[IV601G]

This course is directed towards safety directors, managers,

foremen, union safety committee persons, or mining industry

(metal/nonmetal or coal) individuals involved in accident investigation. Course content reviews basic guidelines, procedures,

and techniques for the preparation and handling of investigations of accidents and other incidents involving health and

safety in the mining industry.

Classroom activities and discussions cover reasons for accident

investigations, the investigative process, data collection, accident reconstruction, and proper analysis for corrective actions.

Hands-on exercises are stressed along with class participation.

Contents:

 Overview of Accident Investigation

 Pre-Investigation Activities

 Accident Reconstruction

 Photography/Sketching

 Interviewing Techniques

 Data Collection and Evaluation

 Developing Conclusions and Recommendations

Technical Coordinator: Scott Mandeville

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: November 16-18, 2004

May 10-12, 2005

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MINE CONSTRUCTION,

MAINTENANCE, AND REPAIRS

SAFETY

[MS615G]

This course is designed for the mining construction industry, related support groups, mining regulatory agencies, and others that

are involved with the planning, design, and application of mine

construction and maintenance activities.

Contents:

 Accident Analysis and Prevention

 Effective Work Area Examinations

 Mobile Equipment Examinations

 Fall Prevention

 Basic Crane Safety

 Material Storage and Handling

 Conveyor Belt Safety

 Confined Space Safety

 Wire Ropes and Slings

 Surface Installations

Technical Coordinator: Tom Bonifacio

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: $154.00

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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MINE ELEVATOR INSPECTION

PROGRAM TRAINING – MODULE I

[HS606G]

This training module covers the inspection of mine elevators and

the impact of the mine environment on critical elevator components. It will enable the student to perform basic mine elevator

inspections, focusing on critical safety concerns, including those

identified in recent mine elevator accidents. The material will be

correlated to the applicable sections of ASME A17. Many visuals and actual elevator hardware will be used throughout the

program.

This module is a stand-alone program for elevators used in harsh

environments. It also can be used as the first in a series of modules designed to prepare the student for taking the Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) certification examination.

NOTE: Students should bring the latest version of elevator

codes ASME A17.1 & A17.2.1 with them, although

they are not mandatory.

Technical Coordinator: Ed Newcomb

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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MINE RESCUE TRAINING

[ME601G]

This course is designed for mine rescue teams and mining industry personnel that may be associated with responding to mine

emergencies, such as mine fires, explosions, and inundations.

The major part of the training involves participation in exercises

in the Mine Simulation Laboratory.

Contents:

 Mine Emergency Response Overview

 Mine Emergency Operations

 Mine Emergency Personnel

 Mine Emergency Communications and Decision Making

 Mine Emergency Practices and Procedures

 Mine Emergency Rescue and Recovery Strategy

 Tactical Implementation of Operations

Technical Coordinator: David Friley

Course Length: 1 day

Tuition: $77.00*

Dates: Scheduled upon request

* Tuition may be waived for mine rescue team members

participating in team training activities, up to ten (10) days

per calendar year.

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NOISE HAZARDS, REGULATION, AND CONTROL

[IH321G]

This course provides the participant with information on the

hazards associated with overexposure to noise. It thoroughly reviews 30 CFR Part 62 and appropriate monitoring and control

methods. The course also discusses the elements of an effective

hearing conservation program.

Contents:

 Characteristics of Noise

 Impact of Noise on Health

 Noise Monitoring

 Sound Level Meters

 Dosimeters

 Octave Band Analysis

 Audiometric Examinations

 Noise Regulation - Compliance Discussion

 Exposure Levels

 Monitoring

 Hearing Conservation Programs

 Training Requirements

 Control Methods

Technical Coordinator: William D. McKinney

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS

WORKSHOP

[SF602G]

The purpose of the Root Cause Analysis Workshop is to begin

action toward reducing violations, accidents, and incidents at a

mining operation. Root Cause Analysis recognizes that violations, accidents, and incidents are an indicator of a breakdown

which allows these occurrences to happen. This method will result in a professional approach to accident prevention, and can

act as a training mechanism for workers and mine operators.

Class activities will involve citations and orders issued during

an inspection and the incidents and/or accidents that a mine has

encountered to initiate a process of analysis that will start an inquiry into questions such as:

 What is causing these violations, accidents, and incidents to

occur at the mining operation?

 Why does the mine have the same type of violations at each

inspection?

 Why does the mine continue to have the same kind of accidents and incidents?

 What can be done to eliminate the violations, accidents,

and incidents at this mine?

Technical Coordinator: John Forte

Course Length: 1 day

Tuition: $77.00

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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SURFACE FACILITIES AND COAL PREPARATION

[PP601C]

This course is designed to familiarize the student with: equipment and processes used in coal preparation plants; hazards that

might exist around preparation plants; and inspection requirements for such plants. This course has been expanded to include

structural safety in an effort to eliminate surface structural failures in the mining industry.

Contents:

 Structural Safety

 Equipment Guarding

 Stockpile Safety

 Delivery Methods to the Plant

 Crushing, Sizing, and Washing Processes

 Dewatering and Drying

 Storage of Raw and Clean Coal

 Potential Hazards

 Preparation Plant Inspection

Technical Coordinators: Clifford F. Lindsay

John Tyler

Course Length: 3 days

Tuition: $231.00

Dates: Scheduled upon request

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UNDERGROUND HAULAGE, TRANSPORTATION,

AND MACHINERY

[HL606C]

Haulage or Machinery-related accidents continue to be one of

the leading causes of fatalities in underground mining. These

two categories are also the leading causes of nonfatal accidents

in underground mining which result in lost work days.

This course teaches recognition of some of the hazards associated with haulage equipment and other machinery found in underground coal mines and methods to eliminate them.

Contents:

 Recent Statistical Data

 Investigative Findings of Some Recent Accidents

 Difference Between Accidents Classified as Haulage and

Those Classified as Machinery

 Regulations and Policy

 Safeguards

Technical Coordinator: Roy Milam

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: $154.00

Dates: March 8-9, 2005

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SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS FOR MSHA

AND THE MINING INDUSTRY

The Academy Seminars/Workshops described in this section are

available to MSHA and industry personnel.

If you need more information about contents of a seminar/ workshop, contact the technical coordinator for that seminar/ workshop at (304) 256-3100 or Doris Fuller at (304) 256-3234.

National Mine Health and Safety Academy

Student Services Branch

1301 Airport Road

Beaver, West Virginia 25813-9426

TELEPHONE: (304) 256-3252

FAX: (304) 256-3251

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ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION RETRAINING

SEMINAR

[IV401G05]

This seminar is designed to provide continuing education

training to MSHA Accident Investigators on a bi-annual basis.

Current accident investigators in Coal, Metal/Nonmetal, Technical Support, and EPD are required to attend one of the two

journeyman level retraining seminars.

A prerequisite for the seminar is the two-week Basic Accident

Investigation and Report Writing course offered by the Academy. The first of the bi-annual seminars was conducted in February 2004. Those investigators who were unable to attend in

2004 should plan to attend the second seminar in 2005. Space is

limited to half the investigators in FY 2005 with the other half in

FY 2006. Students should bring their laptop computers.

Some of the projected topics for the seminar are:

 Advanced Interviewing Techniques

 Using Tape Recorders During Interviewing

 Legal Issues Involving MSHA Investigations

 Advanced Evidence Collection

 Critical Incident Stress

 Report Writing

 Scene Preservation and Sketching

 Human Error in Accident Investigation

Technical Coordinator: Scott Mandeville

Course Length: 7 days

Tuition: None

Dates: February 23-March 3, 2005

Additional courses can be

scheduled upon request

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HAULAGE WORKSHOP

(PRIOR SURFACE HAULAGE SAFETY SEMINAR)

[HL502G05]

This seminar brings together representatives of the mining industry and others that are involved with the planning, design, and use

of surface mine haulage equipment and/or systems. The seminar

will provide an opportunity for the participants to exchange information and observe firsthand new technology, equipment, and innovations that are being used in the mining industry. Industry and

other technical presenters will provide presentations, exhibits, and

equipment displays that allow the participants to interact in small

groups with the presenters and each other.

Contents:

 Equipment Brake Systems

 Equipment Safety Instructions

 Tire Care and Maintenance

 Crane Safety

 Cab Ergonomics

 Discriminating Alarm Systems

 Dump Point Safety

 Diesel-Electric Equipment

 Fire Suppression on Haulage Equipment

 Haul Roads – Keys to Accident Prevention

 Hazards and Accident Prevention in Belt Conveyor

Operations

 Specific Equipment Systems (Loaders, Trucks, Dozers,

Shovels)

 Loss Prevention – Haulage

 New Automation Technologies – Conveyors, Plants, Mills

 Safe Handling and Transport of Bulk Blasting Agents

 Safety Aspects of Mounting/Demounting Tires

 Haul Road Design

Technical Coordinator: Wayne L. Lively

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: None

Dates: May 17-18, 2005

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MINE BLASTING SAFETY AND APPLICATION

SEMINAR

[EX521G05]

This seminar is designed for company managers, blasting

engineers, blasters, state and Federal mine safety and health inspectors (coal and metal/nonmetal), and others involved with the

planning, design, and the use of explosives in the mining industry. The most recent blasting techniques, trends, and developments will be discussed. Participants will have the opportunity

to share ideas in small group sessions.

Contents:

 Vibration Analysis/Seismographs/Efficient Blasting

Techniques

 Storage of Explosives

 Handling and Use of Explosives

 Silica Dust and Toxic Gas Hazards in Blasting

 Blasting Agents and Emulsions

Technical Coordinator: Wayne L. Lively

Course Length: 21⁄2 days

Tuition: None

Dates: January 19-21, 2005

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MINE CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, AND

REPAIRS SAFETY WORKSHOP

[MS501G05]

This workshop is designed for the mining construction industry,

related support groups, mining regulatory agencies, and others

that are involved with the planning, design, and application of

mine construction and maintenance activities.

Contents:

 Blasting in Construction

 Fall Protection Systems

 Electrical Hazards Affecting Construction

 Equipment Practices and Workplace Examinations

 Crane Safety

 Working in Confined Spaces

 Structure Demolition

 Retrofit Noise Controls

 Wire Ropes and Slings Used in Construction

 Accident Review

 How Contractors are Affected by 30 CFR Parts 46 and 48

 Welding Safety

 Compliance Guide for 30 CFR, Part 47 Hazard Communication (HazCom)

 Wire Rope Testing

Technical Coordinator: Tom Bonifacio

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: None

Dates: April 12-13, 2005

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ROOF CONTROL SEMINAR

[RC501C05]

This seminar is designed for miners, company managers, engineers, trainers, roof bolter machine operators, and for any individual involved in coal mine roof safety. Federal and state

enforcement personnel wishing to increase their knowledge of

the latest developments in roof and rib control will also find this

seminar very beneficial.

This seminar will update personnel on new products and methods related to roof stability. It will also include presentations by

personnel from the Academy, Technical Support, MSHA headquarters, other government agencies, and industry. All subjects

will incorporate safe mining practices which will help reduce

roof fall injuries and fatalities. The seminar will discuss new

roof control techniques, trends, and developments.

Contents:

 New Roof Bolting Products

 Supplemental Supports

 Roof Control Fatality Trends and Prevention

 Roof Control Machinery Updates

Technical Coordinators: Joseph Fama

John Rosiek

Course Length: 2 days

Tuition: None

Dates: June 1-2, 2005

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TRAM/NATIONAL MINE INSTRUCTORS SEMINAR

[GS501G05]

This seminar provides opportunities for health and safety trainers to improve their training programs with new materials and

new ideas. The seminar will also include an exhibit of training

materials developed by MSHA, state grants recipients, and the

mining industry. Small workshops allow participants to interact

with workshop leaders and other participants.

Contents:

 Innovative Instructional Techniques

 Instructional Technology and Computer Applications

 Underground Mine Safety (Metal/Nonmetal and Coal Topics)

 Surface Mine Safety (Metal/Nonmetal and Coal Topics)

 General Safety

 Health

 Ergonomics

 Supervisory Issues

Another feature of the seminar is the Training Materials Competition. Health and safety training materials entered in the competition will be judged and winners will be announced at the

Seminar. All materials entered in the competition will be displayed.

Technical Coordinator: Sharon T. Casto

Course Length: 21⁄2 days

Tuition: None

Dates: October 12-14, 2004

October 11-13, 2005

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TECHNICAL SPECIALISTS TRAINING

MSHA mine safety and health inspectors, supervisors, specialists, administrative, and clerical personnel are to receive a minimum of two weeks advanced training every two years.

Listed below are the groups and dates for which training sessions have been scheduled at the Academy:

Accident Investigators [IV401G05 - 49 hours]

Coordinator: Scott Mandeville

February 23 - March 3, 2005

Administrative/Clerical Personnel [GS711G05 - 21 hours]

Coordinator: Judy Burns

May 10-12, 2005

July 12-14, 2005

Electrical Specialists

Coordinator: Ed Newcomb

April 26 - May 5, 2005 (Coal) [EL401C05 - 56 hours]

Health Specialists [IH401G05]

Coordinator: William D. McKinney

(Dates not available at time of publication)

Impoundment Specialists [IM401C05 - 21 hours]

Coordinator: Cliff Lindsay

March 15-17, 2005

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MNM Journeyman Mine Safety and Health Inspectors

[LP311M05 - 56 hours]

Coordinator: Tom Bonifacio

December 7-16, 2004

February 8-17, 2005

March 22-31, 2005

Roof Control Specialists [RC401C05 - 21 hours]

Coordinator: John Rosiek

April 19-21, 2005

Special Investigators [IV402G]

Coordinator: Robert Simmons

October 19-28, 2004

Surface Coal Mine Safety and Health Inspectors

[LP312C05 - 56 hours]

Coordinator: John Tyler

November 30 - December 9, 2004

July 12-21, 2005

Underground Coal Mine Safety and Health Inspectors

[LP311C05 - 56 hours]

Coordinator: Richard McDorman

October 19-28, 2004

January 25 - February 3, 2005

April 5-14, 2005

August 2-11, 2005

Ventilation Specialists [VN401C05 - 21 hours]

Coordinator: Scott Mandeville

August 16-18, 2005

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SUPERVISORY TRAINING

COAL AND METAL/NONMETAL

[GS451G05]

MSHA has developed a new Management Education Policy and

will be implementing a Leadership Intensive Course for GS-13,

14, and 15 supervisors/managers, as well as other supervisory

training, this fiscal year. Schedules, dates, and supervisors eligible to receive the training have yet to be determined.

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COURSES AND SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS

Alphabetically

Page

Accident Investigation Retraining Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Accident Prevention Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Advanced Ventilation/Bleeder and Gob Ventilation

Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39, 81

Annual Retraining for Impoundment Qualification . . . . . . . . 74

Blasting (Surface) (Coal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Blasting (Surface) (MNM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Coal Impoundment and Refuse Pile Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Electrical Hazards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Electrical Safety for Coal Miners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42, 82

Electrical Safety for Metal/Nonmetal Miners. . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Explosion Prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Ground Control Hazards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Haulage (Surface) (Coal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Haulage (Surface) (MNM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Haulage Workshop (prior Surface Haulage

Safety Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Hazard Communication (HazCom) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Hoists and Elevators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Industrial Hygiene. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Industrial Hygiene: Sampling for Respirable

Silica Dust and Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Inspector's Portable Applications for Laptops

(IPAL) Review (MNM and Coal). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25, 46

Instructor Training Workshop (Part 48) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Intermediate Toxicology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

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Introduction to Mining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Longwall Mining and Inspection Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Marshall University Masters of Safety Degree. . . . . . 26, 48, 90

Microsoft® Access 2002 – Advanced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Microsoft® Access 2002 – Basic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Microsoft® Access 2002 – Intermediate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Microsoft® Excel 2002 – Basic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Microsoft® Excel 2002 – Intermediate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Microsoft® PowerPoint 2002 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Microsoft® Windows 2000/Microsoft® Outlook 2002 . . . . . . 65

Microsoft® Word 2002 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Mine Accident Investigation and Report Writing. . . . . . . 27, 49

Mine Accident Investigation Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Mine Blasting Safety and Application Seminar . . . . . . . . . . 102

Mine Construction, Maintenance, and Repairs Safety . . . . . . 92

Mine Construction, Maintenance, and Repairs Safety

Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Mine Elevator Inspection Program Training –

Module I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Mine Rescue Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Noise Hazards, Regulation, and Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50, 95

Qualification for Impoundment Inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Respirable Coal Mine Dust Sampler Calibration/

Maintenance Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Respirable Coal Mine Dust Sampling Certification . . . . . . . . 77

Roof Control Seminar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51, 104

Root Cause Analysis Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Slope and Shaft Sinking Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 52

Surface Facilities and Coal Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53, 97

Tailings Dam and Waste Pile Inspection –

Metal/Nonmetal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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TapRooT® System Accident/Incident Investigation

Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 54

TRAM/National Mine Instructors Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Underground Diesel Equipment/Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Underground Haulage, Transportation, and

Machinery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57, 98

Underground Ventilation for Metal and Nonmetal

Mines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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SCHEDULE OF ACADEMY EVENTS

By Date

OCTOBER 2004

October 11 - 15, 2004

 TRAM/National Mine Instructors Seminar. . . 10/12-14/04

October 18 - 22, 2004

 Special Investigators Retraining ........... 10/19-28/04

 Underground Coal Mine Safety and Health

Inspectors Retraining.................... 10/19-28/04

NOVEMBER 2004

November 1 - 5, 2004

 Microsoft® Access 2002 – Basic............. 11/2-4/04

 Slope and Shaft Sinking safety .............. 11/2-3/04

November 15 - 19, 2004

 Haulage (Surface) (MNM) ............... 11/16-18/04

 Mine Accident Investigation Techniques .... 11/16-18/04

 Qualification for Impoundment Inspection

(8 hrs) .................................. 11/18/04

November 29 – December 3, 2004

 Instructor Training Workshop (Part 48).... 11/29-12/2/04

 Hoists and Elevators................... 11/30-12/2/04

 Microsoft® PowerPoint 2002 ............ 11/30-12/2/04

 Mine Accident Investigation and Report

Writing ............................. 11/30-12/9/04

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November 29 – December 3, 2004 (continued)

 Surface Coal Mine Safety and Health

Inspectors Retraining .................. 11/30-12/9/04

 Annual Retraining for Impoundment

Qualification (4 hrs) ....................... 12/01/04

DECEMBER 2004

December 6 - 10, 2004

 Metal/Nonmetal Mine Safety and Health

Inspectors Retraining .................... 12/7-16/04

 Microsoft® Word 2002 .................... 12/7-9/04



JANUARY 2005

January 3 - 7, 2005

 Microsoft® Excel 2002 – Basic .............. 01/4-6/05

January 10 - 14, 2005

 Blasting (Surface) (Coal) ................ 01/11-13/05

 Electrical Hazards ...................... 01/11-13/05

 Microsoft® Access 2002 – Intermediate ..... 01/11-13/05

January 17 - 21, 2005

 Microsoft® Windows 2000/Microsoft®

Outlook 2002.......................... 01/19-20/05

 Mine Blasting Safety and Application

Seminar .............................. 01/19-21/05

January 24 - 28, 2005

 Microsoft® PowerPoint 2002 ............. 01/25-27/05

 Underground Coal Mine Safety and Health

Inspectors Retraining ................... 01/25-2/3/05

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FEBRUARY 2005

January 31 – February 4, 2005

 Mine Accident Investigation and Report

Writing ............................... 02/1-10/05

 Haulage (Surface) (Coal) .................. 02/1-3/05

February 7 - 11, 2005

 Metal/Nonmetal Mine Safety and Health

Inspectors Retraining..................... 02/8-17/05

 Annual Retraining for Impoundment

Qualification (4 hrs) .................... 02/9/05

February 14 - 18, 2005

 Microsoft® Windows 2000/Microsoft®

Outlook 2000.......................... 02/15-16/05

 Qualification for Impoundment Inspection

(8 hrs) .................................. 02/17/05

February 21 - 25, 2005

 Accident Investigation Retraining Seminar . . 02/23-3/3/05

MARCH 2005

February 28 – March 4, 2005

 Microsoft® Access 2002 – Advanced ......... 03/1-3/05

March 7 - 11, 2005

 Blasting (Surface) (MNM) ................ 03/8-10/05

 Underground Haulage, Transportation, and

Machinery .............................. 03/8-9/05

March 14 - 18, 2005

 Impoundment Specialists Retraining ....... 03/15-17/05

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March 21 - 25, 2005

 Metal/Nonmetal Mine Safety and Health

Inspectors Retraining.................... 03/22-31/05

 Microsoft® Word 2002 .................. 03/22-24/05

March 28 – April 1, 2005

 Electrical Safety for Coal Miners .......... 03/29-31/05

 Explosion Prevention ................... 03/29-30/05

 Microsoft® Excel 2002 – Intermediate ...... 03/29-31/05

APRIL 2005

April 4 - 8, 2005

 Microsoft® Excel 2002 – Basic .............. 04/5-7/05

 Mine Accident Investigation and Report

Writing ............................... 04/5-14/05

 Underground Coal Mine Safety and Health

Inspectors Retraining..................... 04/5-14/05

April 11 - 15, 2005

 Microsoft® Access 2002 – Basic........... 04/12-14/05

 Mine Construction, Maintenance, and

Repairs Safety Workshop ................ 04/12-13/05

April 18 - 22, 2005

 Electrical Safety for Metal/Nonmetal Miners . . 04/19-20/05

 Roof Control Specialists Retraining ........ 04/19-21/05

April 25 – 29, 2005

 Electrical Specialists Retraining (Coal) .... 04/26-05/5/05

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MAY 2005

May 2 - 6, 2005

 Underground Diesel Equipment/Ventilation.... 05/3-5/05

 Qualification for Impoundment Inspection

(8 hrs.)................................... 05/5/05

May 9 - 13, 2005

 Administrative/Clerical Personnel

Retraining ............................ 05/10-12/05

 Coal Impoundment and Refuse Pile

Inspection ............................ 05/10-11/05

 Longwall Mining and Inspection Procedures. . 05/10-12/05

 Mine Accident Investigation Techniques .... 05/10-12/05

May 16 - 20, 2005

 Haulage Workshop (prior Surface Haulage

Safety Seminar)........................ 05/17-18/05

 Microsoft® Windows 2000/Microsoft®

Outlook 2000.......................... 05/17-18/05

May 23 - 27, 2005

 Respirable Coal Mine Dust Sampling

Certification ............................. 05/24/05

 Underground Haulage, Transportation, and

Machinery (Coal) ...................... 05/24-25/05

 Respirable Coal Mine Dust Sampler

Calibration/Maintenance Certification ......... 05/25/05

JUNE 2005

May 30 – June 3, 2005

 Roof Control Seminar ..................... 06/1-2/05

June 6 – 10, 2005

 Instructor Training Workshop (Part 48) ....... 06/6-9/05

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June 13 - 17, 2005

 Annual Retraining for Impoundment

Qualification (4 hrs.)....................... 06/15/05

 Microsoft® Access 2002 – Intermediate ..... 06/14-16/05

June 20 - 24, 2005

 Microsoft® Access 2002 – Basic........... 06/21-23/05

June 27 – July 1, 2005

 Microsoft® Excel 2002 – Intermediate ...... 06/28-30/05

JULY 2005

July 11 - 15, 2005

 Administrative/Clerical Personnel

Retraining ............................ 07/12-14/05

 Surface Coal Mine Safety and Health

Inspectors Retraining.................... 07/12-21/05

 Qualification for Impoundment Inspection

(8 hrs.).................................. 07/14/05

July 25 – July 29, 2005

 Microsoft® Excel 2002 – Basic ............ 07/26-28/05

 Mine Accident Investigation and Report

Writing .............................. 07/26-8/4/05

AUGUST 2005

August 1 - 5, 2005

 Introduction to Mining .................... 08/2-4/05

 Microsoft® Access 2002 – Advanced ......... 08/2-4/05

 Underground Coal Mine Safety and Health

Inspectors Retraining..................... 08/2-11/05

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August 8 - 12, 2005

 Underground Diesel Equipment/Ventilation. . . 08/9-11/05

 Annual Retraining for Impoundment

Qualification (4 hrs) ....................... 08/10/05

August 15 - 19, 2005

 Instructor Training Workshop (Part 48) ..... 08/15-18/05

 Microsoft® Access 2002 – Intermediate ..... 08/16-18/05

 Ventilation Specialists Training ........... 08/16-18/05

August 22 - 26, 2005

 Coal Impoundment and Refuse Pile

Inspection ............................ 08/23-24/05

 Electrical Safety for Metal/Nonmetal Miners. . 08/23-24/05

 Industrial Hygiene ..................... 08/23-25/05

August 29 – September 2, 2005

 Microsoft® PowerPoint 2002 ........... 08/30-09/01/05

SEPTEMBER 2005

September 12 - 16, 2005

 Microsoft® Word 2002 .................. 09/13-15/05

September 19 - 23, 2005

 Microsoft® Excel 2002 – Intermediate ...... 09/20-22/05

 Respirable Coal Mine Dust Sampling

Certification ............................. 09/20/05

 Respirable Coal Mine Dust Sampler

Calibration/Maintenance Certification ......... 09/21/05

September 26 – 30, 2005

 Microsoft® Access 2002 – Advanced ....... 09/27-29/05

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OCTOBER 2005

October 10-14, 2005

 TRAM/National Mine Instructors Seminar. . . 10/11-13/05

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SUGGESTION FORM FOR NEW COURSES

The National Mine Health and Safety Academy is committed to bring you the

very best courses, seminars, and materials to meet your needs. To do this we

need your help.

Please use the space below to let us know what you would like.

New courses or variations on existing courses:

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Department of Instructional Materials

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