SOURCE: AEM | May 15, 2026
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) renewed their alliance to protect miners and equipment operators. The collaboration allows manufacturers and regulators to share critical accident data, develop training resources, and promote best practices for mobile and powered haulage equipment at mine sites.
The renewed agreement emphasizes proactive hazard recognition and modern worksite safety, focusing on the following key areas:
- The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) renewed their alliance to protect miners and equipment operators. The collaboration allows manufacturers and regulators to share critical accident data, develop training resources, and promote best practices for mobile and powered haulage equipment at mine sites.
- The renewed agreement emphasizes proactive hazard recognition and modern worksite safety, focusing on the following key areas:
- Data and Accident Sharing: AEM manufacturers receive insights from final accident reports and MSHA data involving mobile equipment, allowing them to improve future equipment design and hazard warnings.
- Distracted Driving Alerts: Joint alerts have been issued detailing the dangers of cellphone use while operating heavy off-road equipment, noting it significantly increases reaction times and accident risks.
- Seat Belt Compliance: The alliance has developed campaigns and safety alerts targeting seat belt usage, as improper restraints are a leading factor in mobile equipment fatalities.
- AEM continues to support year-round safety awareness by providing a wide array of safety manuals and training videos. To explore their complete line of educational products, visit AEM Safety Materials. For further details on how MSHA protects workers and enforces safety at milling and mining operations.
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