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Making A MSHA Part 46 Training Plan
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A surface mine is one of the most hazardous workplaces in the United States. Each mine operator must have a written MSHA Part 46 training plan that meets minimum informational requirements. An approved mining training plan includes mine details, identification of responsible and competent persons, evaluation procedures, and a general explanation of teaching methods, subjects, and times. This online certification course will guide you through each element of an accepted Part 46 training plan, which will help you write a plan specific to your surface mine site.
This course is for:
This MSHA Part 46 training plan online course is designed for all individuals who work at surface mines and are involved in creating, implementing, and completing a training plan. This includes, but is not limited to, operators, supervisors, and safety personnel.
Governing Regulations
The core requirements for the MSHA Part 46 contents of an approved MSHA training plan are found in 30 CFR 46.3 - Training Plans. If your Part 46 training plan meets the minimum information requirements, you do not have to submit the document for official approval. If you are unable to meet the requirements in the development of your site-specific MSHA surface training plan, you will have to submit the document to MSHA for official approval.
What You'll Learn
Introduction to the MSHA Part 46
- Regulations
- Fatality and Injury Statistics
- Key Terms
- Minimum Requirements of a Training Plan
- Identification
- Training Programs
- Evaluation Procedures
Identification
- MSHA Mine ID Number
- Designated Person Responsible for Training
Training Programs
- Instructor Information
- Teaching Methods
- Course Materials
- Training Time Allotted
- Record KeepingEvaluation and Effectiveness
- New Miner Training
- Newly Hired Experienced Miner
- New Task Training
- Annual Refresher Training
- Site-Specific Hazard Awareness Training
The Training Plan Process
- Miner Requests for Approval
- Miners' Representative
- Training Plan Submission
- Training Plan Approval
- Appeals
- Independent Contractor Training
Summary
Additional Resources
Exam
Most of our courses take about two (2) hours to complete. If a final exam is included, you should plan for an additional 30 minutes. Courses that require additional training time will clearly state that in the course title or description.
You’ll have unlimited access during your enrollment or access period. Most CTO courses must be completed within 90 days of purchase. OSHA-authorized Outreach Training provides up to 180 days to finish the course and required survey. Timeframes vary depending on the specific course and regulatory requirements. Please refer to our Terms & Conditions for more details.
Because our courses are self-paced, you can log in and out as needed and complete your training on a schedule that works best for you.
This MSHA Part 46 Training Plan is a Guide to help the supervisor/mine owner with an understanding of the necessary elements and requirements of creating a training plan for their specific mine site. No retraining is applicable.
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