We Are Miners

University of Texas Health and Safety Training Center, in collaboration with, Castleview, a Video Agency, proudly presents the We Are Miners documentary. This documentary focuses on the global benefits of mining, the opportunities within the industry, the unyielding adherence to safety protocols, the technological advancements that have evolved, and how important supporting this industry is to our future. We interviewed some of the leading minds within the mining industry all over the United States. These experts walked us through all the myriad reasons why the world as
we know it cannot exist without extraction of minerals. This documentary is produced by Castleview and directed by Jen Brown. About the Director: Jen Brown is an award-winning director based in Austin, Texas who
specializes in documentary, commercials, and branded content. She is best-known for her work on NEAT, (2018) a documentary that dives into the rich and storied world of bourbon. Exploring its colorful history, charismatic characters, and uniquely American process, the film is a celebration of the time, artistry, and relationships that make for America’s only native spirit. She is also known for her work on THE NEW SPACE RACE, (2016) in partnership with National Geographic, profiling a new generation of innovators and explorers at the center of 21st century travel.

[@rubeanz1]

Is there any way to get a download link so I can incorporate this into my new miner presentation? Awesome video, it's refreshing to see more modern training material!

[@halfwayfarmsandoutdoors3550]

I’d love to add this to my training also!!!

[@desireewentland4083]

Great video!!

[@karinadelany5390]

Thank you!!

[@V_AAM]

As essential as it is #mining -- it needs to be done right and with #responsible businesses that are there for Life of Mine, not Life of Profits ....

[@karinadelany5390]

Mining is heavily monitored by the Federal Government as well as State Agencies. It is very hard to "cut corners" without breaking regulations and getting in trouble. MSHA does an excellent job to make sure companies are complient.

[@V_AAM]

@@karinadelany5390 ...heavily...not sure what that entails...the fact that there is oversight is important...as we know what happens ....when there is none...

[@timarnold57]

@@V_AAM "Heavily", as in it takes 7-10 years to permit a mine in the US (as compared to 2-3 in Australia and Canada) which includes 2-3 years of collecting baseline data on wildlife, vegetation, surface water, ground water, cultural resources, soils, geochemistry, wetlands, fisheries, visual resources, air quality, noise, transportation, socioeconomics, recreation, reclamation, public health and safety, and hazardous materials. Then mine plans are sent to the State and Federal government and 1-2 years are spent developing a Draft impact statement that is sent to the public to review and comment on for several months. then another year or so editing the draft, for a final impact statement. More public hearings. If found that the impact is appropriate as compared to the benefits, the mine gets the go ahead. But before they can touch one ounce of dirt, they must post a bond for the entire project so that if they were to become insolvent, the government could come in and reclaim the entire project. Then there are monthly, quarterly, annual site visits by literally a dozen or so Federal and State entities to ensure that you are working according to the mine plan submitted. In addition, there is volumes of reports submitted about all of the baseline items mentioned above. That is just the environmental "heavy" monitoring that goes on. MSHA comes to underground mines once a month and usually spends 5-15 mandays inspecting the mine for safety issues and writes tickets for violations. Open pit mines get the same treatment quarterly.

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[@terryestenson5877]

This was a great presentation.I am a former Miner from Hibbing.Da Range as we call it. It's hard to explane to outsiders the importance and shear magnetude of mining to our country. Hopefully the rest of the world will follow our lead on the safety regs.

[@V_AAM]

this is a nice overview of the #mining_challenge

[@karinadelany5390]

Thank you!

[@angelateichmann8472]

This is so interesting I never knew that so many products were made from mining. Thank you so much for making the video. Angie

[@AbedneGumedze]

Drilling with Jack Hummer and blast

[@NeilWhatley]

Very inspiring video would love to borrow it for Orientations in the Frozen (Canada) North Americas.

[@AboveItAllDroneShots]

I am glad you put this up! Your group talked about this at Tram, yes?

[@karinadelany5390]

Hi Kel, yes we did, we premiered it at TRAM!!

[@brauliosantafe89]

Great video, my perspective of mining has changed!

[@AbedneGumedze]

Drilling with Jack Hummer drill machine in coal mine

[@carlodom7422]

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[@tysongardea1296]

Hi Dad❤ 27:47