March 10, 2023 - On June 17, 2022, a contract miner died when the compactor he was operating overturned, pinning him beneath the cab.  As the miner was backing up, the left tire went off the edge of a four-foot embankment, causing the compactor to overturn.

Best Practices:

• Wear seat belts at all times when operating equipment.
• Train miners to perform tasks safely, and to recognize potential hazards.

Miners and mine operators can find safety and health information on MSHA.gov.