Safety and Training

Training DVD for safety in mining environment. DVD discusses safe working procedures, observing and correcting hazardous conditions and following good housekeeping practices to ensure safety on the job. Approx. 9 minutes

Fall protection is critical when working in mines. DVD discusses fall protection and inspection of equipment while working in and around a metal or non-metal mine. Approx. 15 minutes. Produced by the United States Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health Administration.

This video provides an overview of mobile equipment safety, including conveyors and haulage equipment. Great for new miner training or refresher training. 15 Min

This video can be a great introduction to sand and gravel operations in general. It covers crushers, conveyors, mobile equipment, and some lockout/tagout safety tips. 22 Min

This video covers over-the-edge dumping procedures, and the importance of checking ground conditions, and hazards when operating next to highwalls. 17 Min

This is an excellent Public Relations video if you do any blasting at your mine. It highlights the precautions mines take when blasting and storing explosives. This video may help re-assure the public that blasting is a safe operation. This is also a good video to introduce new miners to the blasting procedures taken at the mine. 13 Min

This video, hosted by Martin Kove, looks at how hearing loss occurs, types of hearing protection, and how to use each. 20 Min

This video takes a look at the most common cause of electric shocks in the mining industry: low voltage. It covers electrical hazards and precautions, first aid, and electrical fires. 20 Min

This video gives instruction on how to conduct a Job Safety Analysis, and how to use the JSA as a training tool. Good for supervisors and hourly employees. 15 Min

This video stresses the importance of wearing life jackets when working on a dredge. Ed Miller shares his personal story on how a life jacket saved his life. 13 Min

This video gives procedures for inspecting the workplace before shifts. It gives many examples of hazards to look for. 25 Min

This video takes a look at how attitude can effect workplace safety. 12 Min Hand Safety: It's Not Magic This video takes a look at how hands are easily injured in the workplace, and what must be done to protect them. 15 Min

This video covers the necessary steps to looking at accidents, looking for the root cause of the accident, and prevention steps. This video is great for supervisors. 15 Min

This video covers fundamental rescue techniques following an electrocution. Good for discussion on what to do in the event of an electrocution. 15 Min

This video is an excellent Public Relations video for kids or adults. It talks about how mining minerals effects everyday life. 25 Min