BMS Classes

MSHA 30 CFR Courses: Part 46 & Part 48

The Bureau of Mine Safety charges a nominal fee for training to mining companies.   A per person fee of $20 per class  is billed to the mining company in order to maintain our level of service and to help defray travel cost.
Our MSHA approved trainers provide mine safety and health training at sites throughout New Mexico. All instruction is provided in accordance with Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) standards as set forth in Title 30, Code of Federal Regulations (30CFR). (Jacoby please put a hyperlink for 30CFR to 30CFR)

Training is scheduled upon request for a minimum of 6 students and a maximum of 30 students per session. If you require training and have less than 6 students, you will be charged for 6.  If you are interested in scheduling a class, please call the BMS office at (575) 835-5460 or Chris Hefner at (505) 553-1535.

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Training and assistance is provided to miners and operators throughout New Mexico. The Bureau of Mine Safety (BMS) provides First Aid classes as well as MSHA New Miner and MSHA Annual Refresher training classes for:
* Part 46 - Sand and Gravel Operations Training 
* Part 48 - Subpart "B" - Surface Coal and Metal/Non-Metal

MSHA Instructor Candidate Courses
BMS also provides "train-the-trainer" classes for people who are applying for MSHA approval as an Instructor. It is our intent to provide the tools necessary to successfully train miners as well as develop training plans required by MSHA.
MSHA makes the final determination regarding successful approval as an instructor.   

MSHA reviews a candidate’s mining experience and experience in teaching.  While completion of the MSHA Instructor Candidate Course is not a requirement for instructor approval, it is another factor that is reviewed by MSHA when considering approval.  Information provided on the class application is sent directly to the MSHA District Office Manager who makes the final determination.
See the current class schedule for the dates and location of the next instructor course.
Cost: $300 for all three days and includes materials.

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