The event, designed to increase awareness of issues in the sector and help operators promote a safe work environment, is set for January 17-18 at the Tan-Tar-A Resort.

Some of the planned presentations include:

• The War on Complacency - Don Wilson, Safe Start
• The Buried Truth Uncovered - Eric Giguere, Safe Awareness Solutions
• Positive Change in Mine Safety - Eddie Lopez, MSHA
• Safety on the Bench

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The conference will also feature an exhibitor hall.

Registrations can be filed late, but organizers have requested interested parties to submit their information as soon as possible.

For more details, visit the foundation’s website or the US Mine Safety and Health Administration website.