Mine Worker Training
The Idaho Mine Safety Training Program at North Idaho College provides effective and quality safety training to miners, operators, and contractors throughout the State of Idaho and the surrounding region. Our Training Program adds emphasis to topics related to mine fatalities and injuries and is tailored to serve the region’s diverse mining community. All classes meet the requirements of the U.S. Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA).
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Meet the Instructor
Jason James
Program Manager/Instructor
Jason James Mine Safety Program Manager and InstructorWith over 20 years in the mining industry, Jason is an MSHA approved instructor who provides exceptional safety and health training to new and experienced miners. Specializing in Parts 46, 48 & 49 of CFR 30, Jason has been training miners for over 10 years. He has the following endorsements from MSHA - IU, IS, MR and IN. Jason is also a Certified Occupational Safety and Health Specialist as well as a First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor.
You can reach Jason at NIC’s Workforce Training Center
525 S Clearwater Loop, Post Falls, ID 83854
Email: jason.james@nic.edu
Phone: (208) 665-5062
What subjects are covered?
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Mine Safety Training Schedule
Part 46/48 Training
Whether preparing the new miner/contractor or refreshing the experienced employee, our courses will equip industry professionals for safety and health hazards involved in underground and surface mining operations. Topics include Miners Rights and Responsibilities, Industrial Hygiene, Water Hazards, Explosives, Fall Prevention, First Aid, Respiratory Protection, Powered Haulage Accident Prevention, Sliding Material Hazards, and much more. All classes meet the U.S. Department of Labor Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) Part 46/48 requirements for New Miner and Annual Refresher Training. Upon successful completion of the course, a 5000-23 Certificate of Training will be issued.
Annual Refresher Training (Surface and/or Underground)
This one-day class will refresh experienced miners and contractors in safety and health hazards involved in surface and underground mining. You are required to show your current or most recent 5000-23 Certificate of Training prior to class (per MSHA requirements).
June 22 Mon (8am-5pm)
Post Falls $80 Enroll HERE
July 27 Mon (8am-5pm)
Post Falls $80 Enroll HERE
August 24 Mon (8am-5pm)
Post Falls $80 Enroll HERE
New Miner Training
This course will prepare new miners and contractors for safety and health hazards involved in surface and/or underground mining operations. Classes are 8:00am - 5:00pm
June 29-July 1 Surface Post Falls $300 Enroll HERE
June 29-July 2 Underground Post Falls $400 Enroll HERE
July 13-15 Surface Post Falls $300 Enroll HERE
July 13-16 Underground Post Falls $400 Enroll HERE
August 10-12 Surface Post Falls $300 Enroll HERE
August 10-13 Underground Post Falls $400 Enroll HERE
How do you register for classes?
Registration
Fax, Mail, or Email: Completed Forms to NIC Workforce Training Center. Download Registration Form HERE
Online: Click on the class you would like to attend. This will take you to the online registration page.
Where are the classes offered?
Training Locations
Workforce Training Center: 525 Clearwater Loop, Post Falls, ID
Silver Valley Center: 323 Main Street, Kellogg, ID
