MSHA Part 46 8-Hour Refresher Training

In accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations 30 CFR Part 46
Covers the MSHA refresher training requirements for miners working in sand, gravel, surface stone, surface clay, colloidal phosphate, or surface limestone mines
Available in: English only
Take the course at your own pace at anytime from anywhere
Available as a SCORM package for use in company-operated LMS

CEU:
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$184.99/Seat

8 Hour(s) Course

$184.99

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James Roberts

Site Supervisor

I’ve been taking MSHA refresher training for years, and this one was by far the easiest to complete online.

Zack Mendez

Health & Safety Coordinator

The course made it simple to stay compliant with MSHA requirements. The modules were clear, up-to-date, and included practical examples that relate to our day-to-day work at the quarry.

Tim Samuels

Mining Equipment Operator

Good refresher with updated information on mine safety standards and emergency procedures. I really liked that I could complete it at my own pace and download the completion certificate immediately after finishing.

Amanda Turner

Operations Manager

This course covered everything we needed for our annual MSHA refresher. Great option for teams spread across multiple sites.

Dan Yates

Mining Assistant

The online platform worked smoothly, and the content was highly relevant to surface mining operations and aligned with Part 46 regulations.

Course Facts

What You Get

Certificate of Completion

Training Duration

8 Hour(s)

Learning Type

100% online, available 24/7

Course Access Validity

3-month completion timeline, 1-year access to training materials.

Device Support

Certificate Validity

12 months, before a refresher is required.

Success

This MSHA Part 46 8-Hour Refresher Training is designed to reinforce your knowledge of surface mining safety under Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Part 46 regulations. The course provides comprehensive, up-to-date content tailored to the needs of individuals working in surface mining operations. You’ll gain essential insights and practical tools to help maintain a high-level safety culture, identify hazards, and ensure compliance at all times.

Who Needs MSHA Part 46 8-Hour Refresher Training?

According to MSHA, annual refresher training is required for miners:

Working in certain surface mining operations, including sand, gravel, surface stone, surface clay, colloidal phosphate, and surface limestone mines.
Who have previously completed either “New Miner” or “Experienced Miner” training under MSHA Part 46 within the last 12 months.
Who have worked for up to 12 months since their most recent annual refresher session.

Note: This course is not intended for first-time miners covered under MSHA’s definition of “new miner” training. Additionally, it does not satisfy training requirements under MSHA Title 30, Part 48 (which applies to underground or other mining operations).

Course Objectives

After completing this course, the learner will be able to:

Understand the purpose of the MSHA Part 46 Refresher Training and its importance in maintaining annual compliance and safety awareness.
Identify key regulatory updates, recent safety trends, and lessons learned from previous years.
Recognize common hazards found in surface mining environments and apply safe work practices to prevent incidents.
Demonstrate understanding of mine emergency procedures, including evacuation and first response actions.
Explain health and safety aspects such as exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and other occupational risks.
Understand miners’ statutory rights and the responsibilities of supervisors, operators, and safety personnel.
Apply mine-specific rules, procedures, and lines of authority to promote a culture of accountability and communication.
Demonstrate basic awareness of first aid principles and bloodborne pathogen precautions.
Identify and correctly use self-rescue and respiratory devices in emergency situations.
Recognize the dangers of silica dust exposure and apply appropriate control and protective measures.
Discuss other common mine hazards and outline strategies to mitigate associated risks.
Reinforce overall compliance with MSHA Part 46 regulations and contribute to a safer mining workplace.

MSHA Part 46 8-Hour Refresher Training Course Syllabus

This course consists of 14 modules. Students are required to take each module in sequential order as listed below.

Course Content

MODULES

Module 1: Course Introduction

Module 2: 2022 in Review, What's New for 2023

Module 3: Introduction to the Work Environment

Module 4: Recognition and Avoidance of Hazards

Module 5: Emergency Procedures

Module 6: Health and Safety Aspects

Module 7: Statutory Rights of Miners

Module 8: Line of Authority

Module 9: Introduction to Rules and Procedures

Module 10: First Aid Awareness and Bloodborne Pathogens

Module 11: Self-Rescue and Respiratory Devices

Module 12: Silica Dust Awareness

Module 13: Discussion of Other Mine Hazards

Module 14: Summary and References

Final Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

The training is 8 hours long. However, depending on your pace, it may take you longer than 8 hours to complete the entire training.

The MSHA Part 46 Refresher course must be completed every 12 months to maintain compliance. MSHA regulations require miners to complete at least 8 hours of annual refresher training within each 12-month period. Failure to complete the refresher within this timeframe may result in noncompliance with MSHA Part 46 requirements.

The key difference lies in the type of mining operations and workers covered under each regulation.

MSHA Part 46 applies to surface mining operations, including sand, gravel, surface stone, surface clay, colloidal phosphate, and surface limestone mines. It covers miners, contractors, and supervisors who work at these sites.

MSHA Part 48 applies to underground mining operations and certain surface areas of underground mines, such as coal, metal, and nonmetal mines.

Both require annual refresher training, but the training content, delivery, and approval process differ. Part 48 training must be conducted or approved by an MSHA-certified instructor, while Part 46 allows for a “competent person” designated by the mine operator to provide the training.

If annual refresher training is not completed on time, the miner is considered out of compliance and must complete the required training before returning to work at the mine. The operator must also maintain accurate training records to demonstrate compliance during MSHA inspections.

Yes. MSHA Part 46 training is a federal requirement, and certificates issued by recognized training providers are valid nationwide for all surface mines regulated under Part 46.

Certificate of Completion: Immediately after passing the final exam, you can download, save, or print your certificate in PDF format.

Validity: The refresher course certificate is valid only for 12 months from the date of completion, as MSHA regulations mandate annual retraining for mine workers.

Renewal: Take this same 8-Hour MSHA Part 46 Refresher training course.