How do I get a MSHA card?
How do I get a MIIN?
- Go online at www.msha.gov then click on Forms/Online Filing, and then on MSHA Individual Identification Number Request (5000-46) .
- Call the toll-free phone number 1 800-579-2647.
What is a MSHA card?
MSHA, or Mine safety and Health Administration, certification is the proof of training or retraining within the mining industry as outlined by the Administration, which is required for various jobs within the mining industry.
How do I find my mine ID?
A mine ID may be requested by completing the online form or by contacting your local district office. The report is used to establish a unique Mine Identification Number (Mine ID) for each mine.
How long does it take to get a MSHA ID number?
It’s essentially just an identifying number that needs to be placed on forms and reports to track documentation. TIP! – There’s no charge to file for an MSHA ID online and usually takes about 10 to 14 days to fully process.
What is a safety sensitive card?
A safety-sensitive certification shall be issued to any person who provides proof that he or she has received the twenty-four (24) hour MSHA training when required by MSHA, completes an application as prescribed by the Director, and shows a valid driver’s license, valid passport, or valid state DMV issued photo ID.
Does MSHA fall under OSHA?
OSHA has much broader authority than MSHA. While MSHA is responsible solely for the mining industry, OSHA has jurisdiction over most private sector employers and employees as well as some public sector employees. The question, then, is who has the final word on regulation.
Are mine workers covered by OSHA?
Because the mining industry creates dangerous working conditions, both new miners and current miners are required by OSHA to complete specialized safety training to instruct them on how to recognize health and safety hazards, minimize accidents and injuries, and protect themselves in hazardous and emergency situations.
Who needs an MSHA ID number?
independent contractors
Contractor ID Request (MSHA Form 7000-52) – All independent contractors are required to apply for an MSHA contractor identification number. An MSHA ID is required for each contractor operating a mine site and must be issued before they begin specific activities.
Who regulates MSHA?
MSHA enforces requirements at over 13,000 mines in the United States, and the agency also offers mine training and investigates mining accidents. Under the Act, MSHA must inspect all mines in the United States each year to ensure miners have a healthy a safe working environment.
What is the difference between OSHA and MSHA?
Who needs MSHA training?
MSHA requires training for any person doing work, maintenance, or anything on a mine site for an extended period of time or on a frequent basis (more than five consecutive days or five days out of the year). Also, all mines have the right to require training even if MSHA doesn’t.
How to get a MSHA certification?
(1)Minimum of three years of verifiable mining experience within the past five years.
How do I get MSHA certified?
Mine ID – for mine operators per mine site
How would one become a certified MSHA instructor?
– SE Instructor Application. – Resume. – Proof of MSHA-approved training. Send copies of 5000-23 or Part 46 training certificates and a completed application for review. – Letter from previous mine operators verifying that the individual worked at that mine or mines and length of employment.
Federal law requires that all miners receive basic and annual refresher training, and that all mine operators maintain an effective training plan. MSHA provides materials, guidance, and hands-on assistance to help miners and operators meet their training obligations and more.