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Mining is an essential element in the New Mexico economy. The Bureau of Mine Safety’s (BMS) focus is to actively promote the safety of the miners of New Mexico. BMS trains thousands of miners each year, including miners trained in Spanish language classes. BMS training, involvement and initiatives have contributed to a superb safety record in New Mexico.

Directed by the State Mine Inspector, the department is a state and federally funded organization providing services to New Mexico and its miners in the following areas:

• Mine Rescue and Emergency Response – Coordination of incident response, equipment and human resources
• Legislative Issu