Drug Testing Programs for Miner’s Safety The death of two West Virginia miners earlier this week puts the industry under scrutiny once again. The cause of the accident at the Brody Coal Mine has not been determined yet, but this unfortunate incident is a prime example of why the state and the industry are constantly trying to find ways to protect those who chose to go down into those mines. A few weeks ago West Virginia Governor Earl Ray Tomblin signed a law that will require employers to report any positive drug tests for individuals associated with safety-sensitive mining positions, including current employees and certified applicants.