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MSHA Fatality Alert - May 2, 2023

 

 

 

May  25, 2023 - On May 2, 2023, a miner died when he was struck by a mobile radial stacker conveyor.

Best Practices:

- Provide safe access to all working places by identifying hazards around belt conveyor systems.

- Deenergize, lock out, tag out, and block equipment from hazardous motion before performing maintenance or repairs.

- Provide remote e-stops to allow for safe access around moving equipment.

- Train miners to work around moving equipment, including the hazards associated with the work to be performed.

 

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