What is a MSHA 5000-23 form?
Form ID: 5000-23. Description: This is a mandatory collection of information as required by 30 CFR Part 48.9 and 48.29. The Certificate of Training Form 5000-23 provides a means for mine operators to record and certify Part 48 mandatory training received by miners.
How do I fill out a MSHA 5000-23?
How To Fill Out An MSHA 5000-23 Certificate of Training
- Enter the name of the person trained.
- Check the box of the type of training received.
- Check the boxes of the location and type of operation.
- Enter the date the training was completed.
- Check the box(es) of the subject(s) completed.
What training is required to be a miner?

To become a miner you usually have to complete a traineeship. Entry requirements may vary, but employers generally require Year 10. You can also become a miner through a VET qualification. As subjects and prerequisites can vary between institutions, you should contact your chosen institution for further information.
Can you take MSHA training online?
HSI is the only company that offers an online live training experience to satisfy Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) regulatory requirements; new miners can log in remotely and take the virtual training from anywhere.
What is an MSHA certificate?
MSHA, or Mine safety and Health Administration, certification is the proof of training or retraining within the mining industry as outlined by the Administration, which is required for various jobs within the mining industry.
What skills do you need to be a miner?

It’s generally helpful to have good manual dexterity and steady hands, as well as strong hearing and vision. Miners should be relatively coordinated, in the sense that they should not have any physical impairment that limits control of their limbs or lengthens their reaction time.
How do I get MSHA?
Go online at www.msha.gov then click on Forms/Online Filing, and then on MSHA Individual Identification Number Request (5000-46) .