NIOSH has developed many products that enhance mining safety and health. Products include guides, software, training exercises, and videos. Many of these products are downloadable.
NIOSH Mining Training Packages provide the basis for developing a structured training program.
The packages generally include information on selecting and preparing trainers and coaches, working with supervisors to successfully implement the training program, developing and selecting training materials, setting trainee prerequisites, evaluating performance, granting company certification to trainers, coaches and trainees, and evaluating the overall program.
NIOSH Mining videos cover a variety of topics related to mine safety and health. Some describe new processes developed by the mining research program. Others, such as "Zen and the Art of Rockbolting" or "Escape from Mine Fires", provide excellent content that can serve as the basis for training exercises.
VHS or DVD format videos are available by contacting the individual or organization listed on the product page. Downloadable Videos are available by clicking the link on the product page. NIOSH Mining videos can also be found on the NIOSH Videos page.