Mine Safety

​The Division of Industry Services (DIS) establishes and enforces standards to effect the safety of and to protect the design, construction, and operation of mines, quarries, and related activities.

Questions regarding the mine safety code can be sent to DSPSMineSafety@wisconsin.gov.


Report an Accident

To report a mine safety accident during regular business hours please call 608-622-6587. After hours, weekends, or holidays, please call Wisconsin Emergency Management after-hours incident reporting at 1(800) 943-0003 ext. 2 for assistance.


There are no forms for the Mine Safety Program at this time. Please use the Department's Electronic Safety and Licensing Application (eSLA) to submit applications and notifications, as necessary.

Are Explosive Materials Regulated Under the Mine Safety Program?

No. Explosive Materials are regulated separately from the Mine Safety Program. See the Explosives page for more information.