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☷US Department of Labor launches tool to help miners mining communities
U.S. Department of Labor ( By Press Release office)
Mar 08,2024
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The US Department of Labor just launched a new tool to help miners and mining communities . The Health Resource Locator Tool is an online platform that makes it easier for miners and their families to find healthcare providers and resources . The tool is accessible through the agency ' s website and provides a comprehensive list of care options specifically tailored for miners . It includes things like black lung clinics , drug and alcohol treatment facilities , mental health facilities , and more . Miners can search for resources in their area using a mine name or location , and the tool even allows them to sort results alphabetically or by distance . This tool is a great resource for miners to find the healthcare they need easily and anonymously . Assistant Secretary for Mine Safety and Health , Chris Williamson , announced the launch of the tool at a Total Worker Health seminar in Connecticut . The Biden - Harris administration is committed to ensuring that workers have good jobs and a healthy workplace , and this tool is a step in that direction . By using the Health Resource Locator Tool , miners can access health services efficiently and ensure they receive the necessary support for their well - being . The tool will also be available on the MSHA mobile miner app soon .
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