April 7, 2026 - The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the Mine Safety and Health Administration has renewed its longstanding alliance with the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association. 

The alliance ensures industry personnel, including contractors, will have access to information, guidance, and training resources that will protect the health and safety of miners. 

“MSHA’s industry alliances advance our goal of protecting the safety of miners across the country,” said Assistant Secretary for Mine Safety and Health Wayne Palmer, “We look forward to collaborating with NSSGA to address safety issues of particular concern to their members in the aggregates industry.” 

The alliance agreement outlines several key provisions including:

− Providing technical assistance to the industry.

− Analyzing data to provide education and training materials.

− Developing and sharing best practices.

− Collaboratively exchanging timely information on injury and employment data.

− Participating in trainings, workshops, conferences and other opportunities to share information. 

“The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association is very pleased to renew our longstanding Alliance with MSHA,” said NSSGA President and Chief Executive Officer Michele Stanley. “This partnership serves as a platform for sharing best practices, promoting safety initiatives and addressing emerging challenges across the industry. NSSGA looks forward to collaborating with the agency for the betterment of the miners' health and safety.” 

MSHA regularly partners with industry stakeholders to improve the safety and health of miners. More information can be found at https://www.msha.gov/about/msha-alliance-program.

Miners and mine operators can find safety and health information on MSHA.gov.

Miners and mine operators can find safety and health information on MSHA.gov.