Date: Tuesday, November 15, 2016
Time: 1:00pm to 2:00pm Eastern Standard Time
Your Hosts: Nicholas W. Scala and Justin Winter
Independent contractors are a vital element to the mining industry. Mine operators call upon their expertise daily at mines around the country. But what happens when an independent contractor arrives at your mine site? This webinar will discuss common pitfalls of the mine operator – independent contractor relationship, and provide suggestions for streamlining the relationship and ensuring compliance with MSHA.
Participants will learn about:
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MSHA Liability and Responsibility Under the Mine Act;
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Recordkeeping and Reporting Requirements for Mine Operators and Independent Contractors; and
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Training Requirements for Mine Operators and Independent Contractors.
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About the presenters
Nick W. Scala
Nick W. Scala is a Co-Chair of the national
MSHA • Workplace Safety Practice at Conn Maciel Carey. He focuses his practice on issues involving mining safety and health law, representing cement manufacturers and metal/non-metal mining companies, on both the surface and underground.
Mr. Scala represents and advises clients in all phases of involvement with the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), particularly guiding companies through MSHA investigations and challenging enforcement by the agency. He is a Certified Mine Safety Professional through the International Society of Mine Safety Professionals.
Justin M. Winter
Mr. Winter represents clients during involvement with the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), including advising clients through enforcement, various forms of MSHA inspections and investigations, and litigation before the Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission (FMSHRC). Mr. Winter assists clients in preparing corporate safety policies, training procedures, and inspection procedures concerning MSHA enforcement.
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