On September 18, 2024, a miner died when a front-end loader struck him after he exited his truck.
Best Practices
• When approaching mobile equipment, communicate your intended movements with equipment operators and ensure they acknowledge your presence.
• Wear high-visibility clothing when working around mobile equipment.
• Truck drivers should not exit their trucks during loading.
• Be aware of the location and traffic patterns of mobile equipment in your work area.
• Train miners in the safe operation of mobile equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s manual.
Additional Information
This is the 21st fatality reported in 2024, and the tenth classified as “Powered Haulage.”
Click here for: Preliminary Report (pdf)