Program Description

The Surface Miner Common Core is designed to meet the legislated requirements of the first three modules of the Surface Miner Program.

Program Content

Main topics include:

• Safe work practices
• Lockout/tagout procedures
• Safe operation of hand and power tools

It is important to note that to become fully accredited by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development) under the Surface Miner Program, participants must return to their workplace and demonstrate their skills and their understanding of the company's specific requirements—including government legislation, company standards, and manufacturer specifications—to a qualified trainer and be signed off and registered with the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development by their company's signing authority.

Who Should Attend?

Those workers involved in surface mining operations.