4795606c_South___Corrective_Action_Plan__Recommendation
[Date Due] 7/31/2012 6/30/2013 [Status] Completed In Progress [Corrective Action Taken] EPD developed a draft refresher on-line training course for inspectors on citation and order writing that was completed by July 31, 2012. The draft was sent to the Administrator for Coal and EPD staff for review. Final edits were completed and the course was finalized on September 13, 2012. Knowledge checks are being used to determine the effectiveness of the training. EPD is working with the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Operations to put a procedure in place ensuring that training programs for all enforcement personnel, supervisors, and managers incorporate training on citation and order writing, as well as all changes in new policies and procedures, including regulatory changes. [Recommendation] 
The Director of EPD should direct the revision of training programs for citation and order writing to reflect changes in policies and procedures. The training should be provided to all enforcement personnel, supervisors, and managers. Knowledge checks should be used to determine the effectiveness of the training.
MSHA - Performance Coal - Upper Big Branch Mine-South - Corrective Action Plan
Recommendation