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Common Surface Mining Tasks

Surface mining tasks may vary from mine to mine and depend on the type of mining being conducted. Common surface mining tasks can include, but are not limited to, the following activities:

  • Leveling
  • Drilling
  • Blasting
  • Removing overburden
  • Dumping
  • Backfilling
  • Extracting
  • Transporting
  • Reclaiming

To learn more about MSHA Part 48 training requirements visit our MSHA Part 48 Subpart B Surface Mining Online Training web page.

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