Educational Policy and Development

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To foster a culture of safety and improve safety and health conditions in the mining workplace, EPD will strengthen and modernize training and education through compliance assistance events including presentations, seminars, speeches, committee meetings, task force meetings, training courses, town hall meetings, compliance consultations, webinars, and face-to-face consultation. These events are generally pre-scheduled and arranged with the Agency. In FY 2026, MSHA will conduct 14 compliance assistance events for the mining community. ET recognizes the importance of miner training and education in the prevention of injury and disease. The mining industry can only achieve its goal of zero fatalities with an industry-wide culture of safety that reaches every level of the operation, from the CEO to the new miner trainee. Inadequate or ineffective training has been a contributing factor in many mine fatalities. Mine inspectors are required to continuously train in hazardous scenarios to ensure consistent, high-quality inspections. Ongoing training of both new and experienced inspectors is essential to ensure familiarity with new mining processes and equipment, and to keep pace with changes to the law and regulations. Training improves consistency in enforcement across all MSHA Districts and U.S. mining sectors. In FY 2026, EPD will evaluate, strengthen, and modernize training programs and provide compliance assistance to the mining industry to foster a culture of safety and health. MSHA - 38 EDUCATIONAL POLICY AND DEVELOPMENT Evaluate Training Programs. EPD will conduct evaluations of health and safety training programs, including reviewing materials, plans, and records. EPD will provide onsite training assistance, including bilingual training assistance, to operators and contractors. Additionally, EPD will conduct training plan reviews and assist with training plan development. EPD will provide education on training regulations, policies, and recordkeeping requirements. In FY 2026, EPD projects 32,000 hours of injury and illness prevention/compliance assistance,600 course days of training to MSHA inspectors and specialists, and 80 course days of training to members of the mining community. Expand Academy Use. The National Mine Health and Safety Academy will explore new opportunities for growth and expansion through partnerships with federal, state, and regional agencies such as the Border Patrol, Forestry Service, Department of Interior, military, industry associations, and higher education institutions. These partnerships support collaborative efforts which in turn provide efficient use of Academy resources, strengthen relationships across these agencies and institutions, and foster education and training within and outside the Academy's service area. Additionally, the Academy develops educational platforms to extend its reach through virtual training, hybrid, and virtual reality courses that support MSHA's mission. Instructor Evaluation. EPD will develop and improve the quality of training and provide feedback, training materials, and collaboration with industry instructors. EPD will use evaluation feedback to take immediate action when instructor shortcomings are identified. In FY 2026, EPD will monitor instructors to ensure they are providing effective health and safety training to miners. EPD will utilize the two-week training notifications submitted to MSHA by operators, contractors, and trainers. In FY 2026, EPD projects to provide 600 approved instructor evaluations. Expand Distance Learning. EPD projects to

Extracted from Mine Safety and Health Administration, p. 9. Verbatim; nothing here is paraphrased.

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