NC DOL: Mine and Quarry

What We Do

The Mine and Quarry Bureau enforces the 1975 Mine Safety and Health Act of North Carolina. The bureau provides education and training, technical assistance, and consultations and also helps mine and quarry operators to comply with the provisions of the 1977 Federal Mine Safety and Health Act.

Training and Services We Provide

Mine and Quarry Training Schedule

View and register for upcoming training opportunities for the mine and quarry industry. Topics may include first aid and CPR for miners, and Parts 46 and 48 safety and health training, among other relevant topics. PLEASE NOTE: Due to COVID-19 and meeting location policies, class size is limited.

First Aid and CPR training for miners
Parts 46 and 48 safety and health training
Safety and health instructor training institutes
Explosives safety course
Supervisor training
Mine law schools
Mine safety and health program consultation
Mine safety and health evaluation (inspection)
Technical assistance
Education and training consultations
Safety meetings
Health surveys
Accident and complaint investigations
Assistance with training plans (Part 46 miner training program)

Mine and Quarry Laws and Administrative Rules

Mine Safety and Health Administrative Rules

The N.C. Department of Labor adopts administrative rules, which provide further information regarding enforcement of the act. The rules for the Mine Safety and Health Act can be found at the Office of Administrative Hearings website.

Mine Safety and Health Act

The Mine and Quarry Bureau enforces the Mine Safety and Health Act to ensure that miners are properly trained and working in conditions and places of work free from recognized hazards.