MSHA Fatality Alert - August 7, 2025
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September 2, 2025 - On August 7, 2025, a contractor died after the front-end loader he was operating traveled over the edge of a highwall, falling approximately 70 feet.
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Best Practices
- Maintain control of self-propelled mobile equipment while it is in motion.
- Never attempt to enter or exit an out-of-control vehicle.
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Ensure miners are adequately task trained in the safe operation of assigned equipment.
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Perform regular pre-operational examinations of mobile equipment.
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Monitor work activities to ensure both miners and contractors follow safe work procedures.
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Miners and mine operators can find safety and health information on MSHA.gov.
