NIOSH Mining Safety and Health Research

The Electrical Safety and Communications program conducts laboratory and field research on mine power systems, electrical system maintenance, alternative energy sources and communications and tracking systems. Using state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Mine Electrical Laboratory, researchers perform a variety of full-scale in-house electrical tests as well as in-depth evaluations of new electrical safety technologies in the field. Researchers also provide technical assistance to MSHA, private industry and other NIOSH research divisions.