SUMMARY

This course is designed to help you understand your rights and responsibilities as defined by MSHA. Under the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977, MSHA ensures that every miner is granted specific rights, provided that required responsibilities are followed.

The course also highlights best practices to help you meet your responsibilities as a miner. In addition, it explains your individual rights and outlines the steps to take if you believe those rights have been violated. After completing this course, you should be able to:

Understand your rights related to fair representation.

Recognize different forms of workplace discrimination and know how to address them.

Identify best practices for reporting hazards.

Understand your rights related to unsafe working conditions and withdrawal orders.

Recognize the personal health protections provided to you under the Mine Act.

Identify your rights regarding new or revised MSHA standards and regulations.

Understand the rights you have during mine emergency situations.

Recognize the responsibilities of miners and mine supervisors as established by the Mine Act.