1.  The Administrator shall:

(a) Develop and conduct programs for the education and training of operators and workers in the recognition, avoidance and prevention of accidents or unsafe or unhealthful working conditions in mines which are subject to the provisions of this chapter;

(b) To the greatest extent possible, provide technical assistance to operators in meeting the requirements of this chapter and in further improving the health and safety conditions and practices in mines which are subject to the provisions of this chapter; and

(c) Collect information and statistics relative to mines, mining and the minerals industry of the State.

2.  The Administrator may accept and administer grants and other money received from any private or public source, including the Federal Government, for the purposes of administering the provisions of this chapter.