California's Mine Safety Training program will continue to enhance State and Federal mine compliance and augment training and educational systems by providing a program that will educate miners, mine contractors, and mine customers in safety and health, contribute to the reduction of lost time injuries throughout the State's mining industry, and make significant progress towards eliminating mining fatalities.

A detailed program has been developed using MSHA training guidelines and then augmenting and extending those training plans to meet the individual needs of the respective California mine operators, contractors, and customers. The State will provide health and safety training in the following areas:

• 30 CFR parts 46 and 48 New Miner Training (40 hour underground and 24 hour surface);
• 30 CFR parts 46 and 48 Newly Hired Experienced Miner Training;
• 30 CFR parts 46 and 48 Annual Refresher Training for both surface and underground;
• Specialized training designed according to significant injury concerns, pertinent health issues, and particular areas of concern for California miners. This training will include: Power Haulage, Silicosis Prevention, Mine Rescue Apparatus Training and Explosives Safety (to obtain a California Blaster's License); and
• Increased emphasis on courses for Instructors and Supervisors.

For more program information contact Ms. Marcie Goodman at (909) 888-3942 or e-mail at MGoodman@dir.ca.gov.