October 19, 2026 · MSHA awarded $10,537,000 in FY26 grants to support federally-mandated miner safety training tailored to regional hazards and conditions in 47 U.S. states and territories.
September 30, 2026 · Field1st released “The State of Field Safety 2026,” utilizing data from major agencies and organizations, to generate a quantitative benchmark of high-hazard field work in the U.S.
September 24, 2026 · MSHA said its new CLIR group will oversee citation contest conferences, helping address inconsistencies in how similar situations were handled across districts.
September 1, 2026 · 53-year-old miner Aaron Warrix was killed by falling rock. MSHA is reminding mine operators to review roof control plans and communicate hazards as moisture threatens stability.
July 28, 2026 · NIOSH canceled its Black Lung screenings scheduled for July 28-30 at Mylan Park in Morgantown, West Virginia. Learn here how to find the next available dates and locations.
July 1, 2026 · OSHA’s Susan Harwood Training Grants applications are due July 31. MSHA’s Brookwood-Sago Mine Safety Grants are due Aug. 31. Learn more about the opportunities and apply here.
June 12, 2026 · MSHA and MCPA will publish coal industry injury, illness, citation data, and case studies to improve training, education, best practice adoption, and foster a strong safety culture.
June 11, 2026 · MSHA renewed its alliance with the Essential Minerals Association to continue safety training and education programs for workers in industrial mineral mines and processing facilities.
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June 5, 2026 · The MSHA and NLA are strengthening their partnership, which includes training, injury data reporting, and sharing technical expertise to prevent potential hazards in lime plants and quarries.
May 8, 2026 · After industry group petitions, the United States Court of Appeals delayed MSHA’s 2024 Silica Rule’s compliance deadlines. Previous rules will stay in place until further notice.
March 25, 2026 · The Checkers heavy-duty MC3011 wheel chocks feature a large base that makes them ideal for use with heavy equipment such as haul trucks, loaders, and cranes up to 800 tons total.
March 3, 2026 · With spring upon us, the Mine Safety & Health Administration issued a safety alert for freeze-thaw cycles, which can rapidly change ground conditions and create hazards for miners.
February 23, 2026 · Each mining role requires different knowledge to support a strong safety culture, from operational safety to regulatory compliance and site-specific policy development and enforcement.
February 20, 2026 · In support of the President’s Cost of Living Initiative, the Mine Safety & Health Administration is hosting a virtual Mining Industry Job Fair Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026 from 1-4 p.m. EST.