How long is the MSHA New Miner Safety Training?

Part 46 requires a minimum of 24 hours of training for new miners: At least 4 hours must be completed before beginning work on-site. This MSHA Part 46 4-Hour New Miner Site Entry Training (Part 1) is ideal to cover this requirement.The remaining hours must be completed within 90 days of starting employment.

MSHA Part 46 New Miner Site Entry Training (Part 1)

In accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations 30 CFR Part 46
This training applies to workers who are required to enter and begin work at a mine site
Covers the necessary training hours towards MSHA’s 24-hour training requirement as established by 30 CFR Part 46
Available in: English only
Training content is narrated and can be accessed 24/7
SCORM package available for use in client-operated LMS

CEU:
0.4

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$97.99/Seat

4 Hour(s) Course

$97.99

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Employee

Per Seat

2-10

$97.01

11-12

$96.03

13-14

$95.05

15-16

$93.09

17-18

$91.13

Employee	Per Seat
2-10	$97.01
11-12	$96.03
13-14	$95.05
15-16	$93.09
17-18	$91.13

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Sam Jones

Heavy Equipment Operator

This was a clear, concise, and easy to follow training. The course gave me the confidence to enter a mine site knowing what to expect and how to stay safe.

Max Winston

Maintenance Technician

This course was a great introduction to MSHA safety standards. The examples and visuals made it easier to understand real-world hazards.

Carl Thomas

Mining Worker

Well-structured training that covered all the basics for new miners. I especially appreciated the focus on rights and responsibilities.

Sarah Lee

Safety Officer

This course was exactly what I needed before having our team start work on-site. The content was engaging, and the key concepts were explained for easy understanding.

Derrick Hardy

Site Safety Assistant

I like online courses like this, which are straightforward and informative. It’s a solid first step for anyone entering the mining industry under Part 46.

Course Facts

What You Get

Certificate of Completion

Training Duration

4 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

Does not expire. However, refresher training is required every 12 months.

Success

This MSHA Part 46 New Miner Site Entry Training (Part 1) is designed to introduce individuals to the fundamentals of working safely in a surface-mining environment regulated under Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Part 46. Participants will gain awareness of typical mine-site hazards, their rights and responsibilities as miners, and the roles of others in maintaining safety. The training helps ensure that new miners are prepared to recognize risks, follow safe practices, and understand essential emergency procedures before entering a site.

Who Needs MSHA Part 46 New Miner Entry Training?

This training is required for individuals who:

Will be working at a surface mine operation regulated under MSHA Part 46 (for example, sand, gravel, crushed-stone, surface limestone, shell-dredging, other non-coal surface mining).
Are new to mining operations and have not previously received Part 46 “new miner” training.
Are contract workers, maintenance/service personnel, construction workers, or independent contractors who perform mining-related operations for frequent or extended periods at a mine subject to Part 46.
Their employer has determined they must complete the new miner training element of the mine’s written training plan prior to entering the site.

NOTE: This training does not apply to mines covered under MSHA Part 48 (for coal or certain other surface/underground operations) unless specified otherwise.

Course Objectives

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

Describe the general working conditions and expectations within a surface mining environment.
Identify common hazards found at a mine site and apply safe work practices to prevent incidents.
Explain general emergency procedures and actions applicable to surface mining operations.
Recognize miner rights and responsibilities under MSHA regulations related to safety and health.
Differentiate the roles and responsibilities of supervisors, miners, and miners’ representatives in maintaining a safe workplace.
Follow established rules and procedures for reporting unsafe conditions, hazards, or near misses.

MSHA Part 46 New Miner Site Entry Training (Part 1) Course Syllabus

This course consists of 13 modules. Students are required to take each lesson in sequential order as listed below.

Course Content

Lessons

Introduction

Lesson 1: Course Introduction

Lesson 2: Introduction to the Mine Environment

Lesson 3: Recognition and Avoidance of Electrical and Other Hazards

Lesson 4: Basic Emergency Procedures

Lesson 5: Health and Safety Aspects of the Tasks to Be Assigned

Lesson 6: Statutory Rights of Miners and their Representatives

Lesson 7: Line Authority and Responsibility of Supervisors and Miner’s Representatives

Lesson 8: Introduction to Rules and Procedures for Reporting Hazards

Final Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

The Click Safety training is 4 hours long. However, it will likely take you longer than 4 hours to complete the entire training.

This 4-hour New Miner Site Entry training is part of the required 24 hours of MSHA Part 46 New Miner Training. According to MSHA, this training certificate does not expire. However, to stay compliant, miners must complete at least 8 hours of Annual Refresher Training every 12 months. Failing to complete the refresher training within the yearly cycle may result in noncompliance with MSHA regulations.

According to 30 CFR §46.8, every miner must complete a minimum of 8 hours of refresher training once every 12 months. This training reviews key safety and health topics, updates on new hazards, and reinforces emergency procedures to ensure miners stay current on safe work practices.

Part 46 requires a minimum of 24 hours of training for new miners:

At least 4 hours must be completed before beginning work on-site. This MSHA Part 46 4-Hour New Miner Site Entry Training (Part 1) is ideal to cover this requirement.
The remaining hours must be completed within 90 days of starting employment.

Part 46 applies to surface mining operations such as sand, gravel, limestone, and clay.

Part 48 applies to underground mining and surface mining of metal and coal.

Training under one part does not substitute for the other — miners must complete the program that applies to their specific type of operation.

Under §46.3 and §46.12, the mine operator or independent contractor is responsible for developing and implementing a written training plan and ensuring that all miners receive and document their required 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 across the United States 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 course certificate does not expire, but refresher training is mandated by the MSHA regulations annually.

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