MSHA Fatality Alert - April 15, 2024
May 7, 2024 - On April 15, 2024, a miner died when the tail section of a collapsible belt conveyor fell and pinned him between the tail section and middle section. The miner was working as part of a crew to tear down the conveyor in preparation to be moved.
Best Practices:
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Block all equipment against hazardous motion before beginning work.
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Stay clear of suspended loads.
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Never enter or work in pinch points or Red Zones around equipment.
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Identify hazards associated with the task, review those hazards with all miners involved, and implement measures to protect miners.
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Train all miners in the safe performance of tasks.
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Miners and mine operators can find safety and health information on MSHA.gov.