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Small mines face unique safety challenges. To bridge this gap, @MSHA_DOL is providing $250,000 in Brookwood-Sago grants to two organizations. The funding focuses on creating innovative safety materials and emergency response training specifically tailored for mine operators and miners at smaller operations.
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MSHA_DOL retweeted
.@POTUS is unleashing AMERICAN ENERGY DOMINANCE — and @USDOL is ensuring we have the energy workforce we need to do it.
Through @MSHA_DOL, we’re investing $10.5 million in mine safety and training across 47 states, territories, and tribal lands.
These grants will help protect more than 300,000 miners by providing both new and experienced miners with the training they need to work safely and power America’s Energy Comeback. 🇺🇸
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On Oct. 2, Assistant Secretary Wayne Palmer visited NioCorp Development’s Elk Creek Critical Minerals project in Tecumseh, Nebraska. MSHA is working with NioCorp to help ensure the company is prepared to safely produce critical minerals including niobium, scandium, and rare earth elements.
MSHA conducted compliance assistance visits (CAVs) at mines throughout the U.S. Pacific Territories in preparation for mandatory inspections scheduled to begin in fiscal year 2027. Assistant Secretary Wayne D. Palmer and Administrator of Enforcement Timothy R. Watkins are pictured during their visit to Guam in September 2026.
MSHA met with @American_Cement (formerly the Portland Cement Association) to extend our partnership protecting cement industry workers. We'll focus on training, preventing powered haulage accidents, and controlling dust exposure.
For more info, visit msha.gov/about/msha-alliance…
MSHA was proud to establish a new alliance with the Metallurgical Coal Producers Association to protect coal miners. Together we'll advance training, data analysis, and best practices at mines, prep plants, and mills.
For more info, visit msha.gov/about/msha-alliance…
MSHA met with the Essential Minerals Association to renew our alliance to improve safety and health across the industrial minerals sector. We'll focus on training, data analysis, and reducing exposure to mine dusts.
For more info, visit: msha.gov/about/msha-alliance…
ICYMI: Apply now for the MSHA State Grants Program funding. We could fund up to 80% of program costs to deliver mandated safety training for miners.
Apply by Aug. 10: grants.gov/search-results-de…

ALT Two individuals wearing safety gear are standing near a lockout station, engaged in discussion. A sign for the U.S. Department of Labor Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) is visible above them. Text on the image announces "$10.5M in grants announced for miner safety and health training." The website "MSHA.gov" is at the bottom.
MSHA was proud to establish a new alliance with the Women's Mining Coalition that will foster safer, healthier conditions for miners nationwide. Together we'll provide training, technical assistance, and outreach.
For more info, visit msha.gov/about/msha-alliance…
MSHA and @ImeExplosives have renewed our alliance advancing the safe use of explosives across the mining community. We work together on training, best practices, and proactive safety communication.
For more info, visit msha.gov/about/msha-alliance…
ICYMI: $10.5M in MSHA grant funding is now available to support mine safety and health training nationwide. State, tribal, and territorial governments are eligible to apply by Aug. 10.
Details: grants.gov/search-results-de…
MSHA met with @NationalMining to renew our alliance to protect coal and metal/nonmetal miners. Together we’re advancing training, data analysis, mine rescue preparedness, and emergency response.
For more info, visit msha.gov/about/msha-alliance…
MSHA and @AEMadvisor have renewed our commitment to the safe use and maintenance of mining equipment. Our partnership is advancing training and best practices, with a focus on mobile and powered haulage safety.
For more info, visit msha.gov/about/msha-alliance…
MSHA met with @NSSGA to continue our partnership strengthening safety and health for miners at aggregate operations nationwide. Together we’re delivering training, technical assistance, and best practices to help prevent injuries and illnesses.
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We’ve making $10.5M in grant funding available to help states provide mine safety training for the nation's miners. Applications are due Aug. 10.
Learn more: grants.gov/search-results-de…
MSHA's Top 10 Most Frequently Cited Standards for 2025 are now published. Over 20,000 combined violations were recorded across the top 10 standards last year. Mine operators: review the list, evaluate your practices, & implement corrective actions.
Info: msha.gov/data-and-reports/st…
ICYMI: We are hiring nationwide! Join the MSHA team and make a real-world impact by protecting the health and safety of miners across the country — helping ensure they return home to their families every day. Job openings are closing soon.
Apply today: usajobs.gov/Search/Results?a…
Make a real-world impact. As part of the MSHA team, you'll work to protect the health and safety of miners across the nation, ensuring they return home to their families every day.
Positions available nationwide. Apply now: usajobs.gov/job/867470100
MSHA_DOL retweeted
Great news! 📉 The all-injury rate in the mining industry reached a historic low last year: dol.gov/newsroom/releases/ms…
The Trump Administration is committed to revitalizing U.S. mining while protecting our miners.
AMERICAN WORKERS FIRST 🇺🇸
The U.S. mining industry's all-injury rate dropped to an all-time low of 1.74 per 200,000 hours worked in 2025.
Fewer injuries means more miners home safe with their families. This is what our work is all about.
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