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National Alliances

National Safety Council
   - signed September 9, 2003.


  • "The National Safety Council and the Mine Safety and Health Administration share a passion for doing everything we can to keep mine workers safe and prevent mining accidents."


  • "This agreement will result in a more focused relationship, with the objective of developing safety and health programs for the mining industry."


  • Among other activities under the agreement, MSHA and the NSC will:

  • Identify way to enhance participation of the NSC's Mining and Minerals Resources Section in safety and health outreach to the industry;


  • Collaborate on developing and conducting technical sessions at a variety of events and conferences; and


  • Work collaboratively to present clear and accurate statistical information on mining and minerals operations in the United States.
National Safety Council President Alan McMillan, left, joins MSHA Acting Assistant Secretary David G. Dye in a signing ceremony

National Safety Council President Alan McMillan, left, joins MSHA Acting Assistant Secretary David G. Dye in a signing ceremony marking the renewal of an alliance aimed at decreasing injuries and fatalities in the mining industry. The signing took place in September 2005 at the World Safety Congress held in Orlando, Fla.



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