Convergence Course Libraries
Convergence Course Libraries
MSHA Part 46 Training Videos
Convergence's Surface Miner Training courses help mine operators and mining contractors
stay compliant with the training and documentation required by the Mine Safety and
Health Administration's (MSHA) Title 30 CFR - Part 46 regulations. Train workers
at your site, on your schedule, with the most cost-effective mining safety courses
on the market.
And we don’t just have courses. Our complete training management solution allows
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Surface Miner Training Courses
Below is a complete list of all of our MSHA training course titles:
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Surface Mine Development, Operations, and Reclamation
15
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.1
This module provides an overview of the types of mining, the lifecycle of a mine, and general mining operations.
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Physical Characteristics of Surface Mines
9
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.1
This module illustrates the physical characteristics common to most surface mines.
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Typical Surface Mining Equipment
21
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.1
This module offers an introduction to equipment common to most surface mining operations.
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Hazard Overview
9
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.2
This module provides an overview of the Hazard Recognition and Avoidance activity of the Surface Miner Training curriculum.
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Environmental Hazards
18
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.2
This module provides an overview of environmental hazards common to surface mines.
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Equipment Hazards
33
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.2
This module discusses how to recognize and avoid hazards associated with mobile equipment and stationary machinery on the job site.
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Physical Hazards
18
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.2
This module reviews common physical hazards at surface mines, including electricity, noise, and explosives.
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Chemical Hazards
15
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.2
This module discusses ways to recognize and avoid chemical hazards present at a working mine.
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Emergency Procedures
24
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.3
This module explains procedures to follow during an emergency situation, including emergency procedures, warning signals, evacuations, and reporting, as well as specific procedures to follow during fires.
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Preventing Accidents
18
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.4
This module reviews the major causes of accidents and covers best practices for accident prevention, including fall prevention, safe equipment operation, proper lifting methods, and dealing with stress and fatigue.
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Using Personal Protective Equipment
24
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.4
This module focuses on the use of personal protective equipment including physical protection, hearing protection, and improved visibility.
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Working Around Equipment
30
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.4
This module provides an overview of health and safety aspects of tasks related to hazards when working around equipment.
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Maintaining and Repairing Equipment
21
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.4
This module provides an overview of health and safety aspects of tasks related to hazards when maintaining and repairing equipment.
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Working in a Confined Space
21
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.4
This module provides an overview of health and safety aspects of tasks related to hazards when working in a confined space.
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Working on or Near Water
6
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.4
This module provides an overview of health and safety aspects of tasks related to hazards when working near water.
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Working at Night
6
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.4
This module provides an overview of health and safety aspects of tasks related to hazards when working at night.
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Working with Chemicals
18
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.4
This module provides an overview of health and safety aspects of tasks related to hazards when working with chemicals.
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Working with Electricity
15
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.4
This module provides an overview of health and safety aspects of tasks related to hazards when working with electricity.
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Working with Explosives
6
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.4
This module provides an overview of health and safety aspects of tasks related to hazards when working with explosives.
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Rights and Legal Responsibilities of Miners
16
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.5
This module summarizes the rights of miners and their representatives as well as miners' specific legal responsibilities as granted by the Mine Act.
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Line of Authority
12
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.6
This module describes the general line of authority at a mine including the responsibilities of supervisors, miners' representatives, and designated safety personnel.
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Site Rules and Hazard Reporting
12
minutes /
Reference: 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.7
This module summarizes the general rules and procedures a miner should follow when reporting hazards to supervisors and to MSHA.
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Respirators
62
minutes /
30 CFR Part 46.5.c.1
Breathe easier with a better understanding of how to select, use, and maintain your respirators. This computer-based training module provides an overview of respirator types, including air-purifying and air-supplying technologies. Use this module to learn about the need for respirators, the proper use of respirators, filter types, fit testing, washing, inspection, and storage.
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Escape Respirators and SCSRs
24
minutes /
30 CFR Part 46.5.c.1
Don't let smoke, fumes, or toxic gases keep you from getting to safety in an emergency. Use this training to prepare yourself and your team with a working knowledge of escape respirators. This computer-based training module describes the different types of escape respirators and self-contained self-rescuers (SCSRs), as well as inspecting, caring for, donning, and using them. Additional topics discussed include atmospheres immediately dangerous to life and health (IDHL) and transferring to a new SCSR when necessary.
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First Steps in All First Aid Situations
32
minutes /
30 CFR Part 46.5.c.2
The first moments of every emergency situation are always the most critical. Use this computer-based training module to learn about the "DR. ABC" method and the importance of quickly calling 9-1-1. This course also explains how and when to perform artificial respiration and CPR, as well as how to use an automatic or semiautomatic external defibrillator (AED).
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First Aid for Emergencies
28
minutes /
30 CFR Part 46.5.c.2
Be prepared to help in emergency situations. Use this computer-based training module to prepare yourself and your team to recognize the symptoms of and provide first aid in various life-threatening emergency situations. A broad range of common emergencies are discussed, including heart attack, cardiac arrest, shock, choking, stroke, blood loss, amputations, poisoning, seizures, drug overdose, diabetic emergencies, and loss of consciousness.
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First Aid for Common Injuries
42
minutes /
30 CFR Part 46.5.c.2
Unfortunately, everybody gets hurt at some point. Use this course to prepare yourself and your team to recognize the symptoms of and provide first aid for various common injuries and illnesses. This computer-based training module discusses concussions, eye injuries, burns (heat and chemical), fractures, dislocations, bites (insect, animal, and human), and environmental exposure emergencies such as heatstroke, hypothermia, and dehydration.