December Newsletter 2009

Winter is upon us this month, we have included some tips to help everyone stay safe and sound on the highways. We are also gearing up for the fourth annual Health and Safety Conference, GoThe Distance. Please remember to schedule your annual refresher and first aid training at least two months in advance.

November Newsletter 2009

This month shows recent statistics on mine fatalities as of November,2009 . Also a Bob Cornett story. We should not relent in our effect to make our work place safe and achieve a zero accident work place as the only acceptable figure.

October Newsletter 2009

October's Newsletter discusses the importance of seat belt use at mining operations. Operators should always have their seat belt on at all times to provided safety for unforeseen circumstances. The flyer for the 2010 health and safety conference is attached to the newsletter. Have a look at the flyer and plan for the 2010 Conference!

September Newsletter 2009

September's Newsletter discusses the importance of emergency operations plans at mining operations. Every operation should have a prepared plan and should practice the plan.The flyer for the 2010 health and safety conference is attached to the newsletter. Have a look at the flyer and plan for the 2010 Conference!

August Newsletter 2009

Last month a consultant performing archeological investigation on a mine site was struck by lightning, this incident serves as an excellent reminder to employees in lightning safety and awareness. We are already planning for our 2010 safety and health conference, also navigate our web page for new training fees and schedules.

July Newsletter 2009

Total incident rate for New Mexico and the nation for all coal and M/NM operators
2004- 2008 shows new mexico had a increasing incident frequency. Also, mine
operators awards coming up in september and new fees for training.

June Newsletter 2009

On July 1, 2009 we will begin charging mining companies $20 per class, in order to maintain our level of service. There are still a number of questions regarding accident reporting.

May Newsletter 2009

The New Mexico Health and Safety conference was held in Socorro May 4th through 6th. We had over 100 attendees this year who participated in a very informative program.

April Newsletter 2009

Coal mine fatality number five occurred when Tyson J. Mayall, a 29 year old rock truck driver from Manchester, Alabama, suffered fatal crushing injuries in a powered haulage accident. We would like to take the time to remind all miners of the importance of blocking hydraulic systems.

March Newsletter 2009

Our next planning meeting for the New Mexico Health and Safety conference themed "Step Up and Do the Right Thing" is scheduled for March 12th at 9:00 am in Socorro. Fees for training, The Bureau of Mine Safety has considered charging a fee for training for quite some time.

February Newsletter 2009

“Step Up and Do the Right Thing” is the theme for our next New Mexico Health and Safety Conference. Our next meeting for the conference is February 12th at 9:00 am in Socorro. We have received a number of questions on first aid training. First aid training is in 3 areas.

January Newsletter 2009

The total number of miners killed on the job in the United States in 2008 was 51. That number is the fewest number of deaths since officials began keeping records nearly a century ago. Also the 2009 New Mexico Health and Safety Conference will be held May 4th through 6th in Socorro. "Step Up and Do the Right Thing" is this years theme.