Mining Incidents in July 2024

The elevator at the #9 portal door switch failed. The door switch was replaced.

A coal smoker was discovered in the spoil pile in the Wrangler pit and was not extinguished within 30 minutes.

Employees found the fall as they were entering into the mine at main 8 face out by. The fall area was approximately 40' long, 40' wide. MSHA was notified within 15 minutes of the fall being discovered. The 103 (k) order was modified by MSHA.

A non-injury roof fall was discovered in a return airway measuring approximately 60 feet long x 20 fee wide x 10-12 feet high. Location; Old 2A Panel; 31 break; near spad 3937.

Weekly examiner encountered a roof fall in the intake. Located at 43+67 F entry 7 seam B. Fall approx.18 feet wide x 18 feet high length is unknown due to an older roof fall in that area.

An Intersection of the S2E beltline at XC-37 Entry 5 fell covering the belt structure and blocking the travel of the examiners and belt air in that entry only.

A non-injury roof fall was discovered in the return airway measuring approximately 20 feet long x 20 feet wide x 4 feet high.

Sandstone dipped down to the coal thinning the slate which weakened it. The are that fell 16' W x 15' L x 5' H had previously been dangered off with physical barriers in place.

A ground fall occurred at the 4472-117BC intersection.

Historic rainfall leading to ground movement.

A roof fall occurred in 1R2 between crosscuts 7 and 8. The area was approximately 40'x 40'. MSHA was notified within 15 minutes of the fall occurring and the prior 103 (K) order was expanded.

Foreman was conducting workplace examination of the mine and discovered a roof fall at the intersection of 1R4 and 1RC10.The fall area is approximately 40' long, 35' wide, and 12' high. MSHA was notified within 15 minutes of the fall being discovered. A 103 (k) order was issued by MSHA.

Roof fall occurred in #4 entry at the #44 crosscut on the ""A"" Mains. The fall was in the intersection on the #4 entry travel way.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on the 2D travelway at crosscut 13. The fall measured approximately 20' long, 18' wide, and 10' thick.

The slope hoist operator reported a slack rope as the operator lowered the hoist car at 1:40 pm on 7/22/2024. The hoist was being used to lower supplies into the mine, with no miners on the car. After inspecting it was determined the car had jumped track, due to a rock in its travel way.

The 538 was hauling tails, the employee noticed the radio shut down and was rebooting. The employee saw flames coming from the access hatches. The employee stopped and activated the fire suppression system, safely exited the truck. Mine control was called and EMS was dispatched.

The 8 shaft hoist went down due to an electrical issue after troubleshooting, the electrical issue was resolved. There was one miner on the man hoist when it went down and was hoisted out at approximately 10:20PM.

While traveling to check on pumps in 7Rt Bleeder, the roof fall was found.

Had a non-immediately reportable rock fall in a panel. The fall happened on the Left Fork Panel, in crosscut #12, in #5 entry. Employees thought they heard something. Examiner went and checked and found fall. It was immediately dangered off, timbers set, till such time cribs could be built.

At 2:20 the hoistmen tried to start 2 shaft hoist but it would not start. Electricians were called to diagnose problem and found the pinion break pressure was at 70 psi which needed to be 1500 psi to start the hoist. It was determine that the oil filter was partially plugged causing the issues.

Miner discovered during their workplace exam a section of ceiling had fallen out on an escapeway. the area has been rescaled and roof bolted to prevent further issue.

A gas inundation occurred on the TG9 section when the Continuous Miner intersected a planned breach of the well leg. No injuries occurred with no damage to any equipment, escapeways, or ventilation controls.

A non-injury roof fall occurred on 07/17/2024 at approximately 8:45 a.m. The roof fall occurred on the No.1 working section. The section was retreat mining in the No.9 entry. The fall area was just inby the No.16 crosscut near the No.3753 survey point. The fall was approximately 6' high X 15' long.

A roof fall, approximately 70' long, occurred in the secondary escapeway at spad station 2319. The fall occurred in an isolated area of adverse roof which had deteriorated over time. This area had been mined approximately 12 years ago.

Power was lost at the mine causing the Hanson hoist to stop on the way down with three employees inside. When power was restored on the hoist the employees were hoisted to the surface.

This was a power outage from our electricity supplier NYSEG. Power went out to underground and the decision was make to initiate a controlled evacuation at 8:38pm. all personnel brought to surface in under an hour.

At approximately 7:50pm a ground fall was reported in the MBD 2804. The ground fall occurred during shift change and approximately 300 tonnes of material fell.

Unplanned Roof Fall - Outby Intake entry of South Mains (Entry 5 between XC #6.75 and XC #7). It occurred sometime between 2 & 2:10 PM. It is about 3 feet high, 20 feet long and rib to rib, in the Primary Escapeway. No one was hurt or entrapped and no ventilation was damaged.

A coal blast ignited a grass fire that burned for over 30 minutes.

A grass fire started under the powerlines and burned for over 30 minutes. Five dead black birds were found at the ignition point, indicating they had caused a phase-to-phase arc flash.

The #3 hoist 4705 went down at 3:10 AM for ""brake issues"", the electricians were called up from underground. Troubleshooting was completed and found the bottom brake sensor was out of adjustment. Electricians backed the sensor out and the brakes released. At this point the sensor was adjusted to its proper location. The hoist was back up and operational at 5:14 AM.

An unintentional roof fall was discovered at approx. 9:45 p.m. an called into both MSHA and State Agencies. The fall is in the Right Return on 10 North Belt between 5&6 Entry near spad #10279. MSHA and State Officials have been on site investigation the fall area. No Injuries or entrapments occurred.

During the weekly hoist exam, a broken strand was discovered on the Man/Material cage hoist rope. The hoist was immediately removed from service and the condition was reported via phone call to the hotline at approximately 9:47am on 7/12/2024.

An unplanned ignition occurred on the 2L section while mining in the face of the #3 entry.

A coal smoker was discovered in the West Porcupine pit and was not extinguished within 30 minutes.

A fire occurred on the 5th floor of the pre-heat tower where Alternatives Fuels enters the process.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on the P2-2 beltline at crosscut 1. The fall measured approximately 40' in length, 18' wide and 15' thick.

7/8/24 n/s miners identified HW rib concerns. They used a mucker to scrape off rock and ground support to aid in rehab bolting rib. Info was not adequately passed onto d/s. D/s miners reported heading condition to supervisor/GF who had MSHA inspector in office. Out of abundance of caution it was report as FOG but all ground support and rock was removed by miners. No FOG occurred.

A roof fall was discovered by the weekly Examiner on Grassy Mains between SS #15044 and 15190 and between seal # 15 and #16. The dimensions of the fall is estimated to be approximately 6' H x 80' L x 20 W. This area was mined in 8/1996. The fall occurred between the pillars and not in the intersection.

Spontaneous combustion of coal in Area 6 and Area 8. No people or resource are at risk.

Lower limit switch was not functioning properly. It was diagnosed to be faulty, corroded, moisture got inside the box. It was replaced with a new switch.

Unintentional roof falls were discovered at approx. 6:00 a.m. in the Intake and Right Return of the #1 Section. Adjacent to spad #10241 in the Intake and just inby spad #10284 in the Right Return. Also, in the Intake from spad #10223 to spad #10245. MSHA and State Officials were notified and are on-site investigating. No injuries or entrapments occurred.

A fire occurred on top of the prep plant silo. No other part 50 criteria applies.

Unplanned roof fall occurred on the # 3 Belt Panel, in the #1 Entry inby spad 3495 extending 2 breaks inby. Fall Measured 220'x20'x7-10'. Fall will not be cleaned up but area around fall will be rehabilitated

An unplanned and reportable roof fall was discovered in the #4 entry at 184 1/2 break F-Mains. There were no injuries, no property damage, and the ventilation was not disrupted. This occurrence was immediately reported.

An unplanned roof fall was discovered along Main West Haulage at 29 block between the track and belt entries. The approximate dimensions of the fall are 60' long x 14' wide x and 8' above the coal seam. The fall was most likely caused by gradual deterioration of the mine roof. No problems with mining machines, PPE, training or compliance issues.

Preshifter found rock fall on slope and came outside and reported it

During the non-producing shift, 12RTG belt went off on remote. Miners walked the belt and found the roof fall on the belt.

A roof fall above anchorage occurred at the intersection of entry #1 xc 8+80, #2 seal of the 1st east seals.

Spontaneous combustion of coal in Area 6, Area 8, dumps. No personal or equipment at risk.

Loading top rollers for conveyor belt into scoop insert and felt pain in abdomen. Injured continued to work up until 08/12/2024. Safety Department was notified on 08/19/2024 that injured has a hernia (unrepaired) diagnosis. Injured returned to work on 08/19/2024. Standard time charge of 50 days applies.

There was a laborer shoveling dirt from under the cone crusher. The shovel handle got caught between the moving conveyor belt and the frame of machine causing the shovel to get pulled up along with employees arm. Right forearm was caught between belt and frame and was amputated approx 3 inched below elbow.

EE made contact with an exposed fan blade on a generator motor as EE was diagnosing the engine for repairs. Guarding had been removed prior to the day of incident.

The miner was performing maintenance on a crusher; in the process, the miner came into contact with a sharp edge. This resulted in a laceration and partial amputation on the tip of the left ring finger.

Employee was putting a scoop battery on charge. While lifting the battery lids, one of the lids closed and smashed the tip of EE's right finger. Employee was treated and placed off work until release from orthopedic surgeon.

Operator of coal truck was descending off 28 hill. Appears driver lost control and exited the truck, struck head on the ground and truck overturned below where driver exited the truck

The employee stepped on a piece of coal and twisted EE's ankle and knee. The employee sought medical attention and was taken off work due to a fracture of the ankle on 8/2/24.

IE was hanging cable on a rib when IE felt a pop in right leg near the groin.

Employee was changing miner inserts when EE hit hand with hammer. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was dropping feeder cable. When the cable dropped, it knocked EE down causing EE to turn ankle. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was exiting loader and missed the bottom step injuring right elbow and shoulder. Employee worked regular duty up until 8/21/24. First day off work is 8/22/24.

Employee felt a pop in LH knee. Upon an ORTHO visit on 08-22-2024, employee was diagnosed with a MPFL tear on their kneecap and was scheduled elective surgery to repair.

On July 31, 2024, an experience plant electrician was assigned the task of repairing a portable conveyor. At approx. 8:28 am the conveyor was cleaned and moved into the shop for repairs. The elec. replaced a 240 v. 4 wire plug. When conveyor was plugged into an outlet and start button was pushed, the elec. received a shock, the plug was wired incorrectly. Employee was eval. at ER.

Driver was dumping material when the cab rocked back and forth causing Miner to hurt EE's back.

IE was dropping belt structure when the belt rail fell and hit the belt. The rail landed on the IE left foot causing a contusion.

Employee was stepping down to the ground from stacker, when left foot touched ground, their right knee had several loud ""pops"". Eased themselves down and sat down.

IE was down the HG-16 belt line at x-cut 102-103. IE was carrying a stick of monorail above their shoulder. IE threw it off their shoulder and tripped during this process and their right arm got caught between the outside top roller segment. IE sustained a fracture to the right elbow.

EE was climbing down an affixed steel ladder, when EE got to the bottom EE slipped & gashed EE's arm on an improperly exposed bolt

Was changing cone liners on crusher. Had fingers in wrong spot. Crush injury to fingers between two pieces of metal.

The employee was operating CAT loader 980M, feeding the crushing plant. On frequent occasions, EE would hit boulders that were not visible. During the shift, the employee stated that their back was sore.

EE states pulling a cable yesterday and experienced discomfort in right shoulder that has become worse throughout the day. States that the pain in shoulder is causing decreased range of motion, numbness and tingling in the fingers of the right hand. Restrictions were given that cannot be accommodated, off work until further notice.

Employee was exiting the pickup, as they stepped out, they missed the running board with one foot and the other foot got caught under the seat, pulling their thigh muscle. They missed one shift, then released to next rotation, and returned to work full duty.

Operator went to grab falling stack of pallets (~20) that were loaded on forks. When EE reached through the roof of the forklift the pallets lacerated EE's 3 middle fingers and EE received 13 stitches.

Employee was helping move belt cradles when employee felt pain in lower back. PPE was not factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

While transferring fuel from a mobile fuel tank on a tractor trailer to a grader, an employee on the ground conducting the fueling was struck by the grader tire and injured (torn muscles in right shoulder, bruised arm and bruised ankle). The operator of the grader thought the grader was in neutral when they let off the clutch, but it was in forward gear.

Employee was working on personal vehicle in the mine parking lot. While changing the brakes, the vehicle fell off the car jack and onto EE's right lower leg. EE was transported to the hospital by ambulance and received stitches, x-ray (nothing broken) and treated with medication.

The Feeder at the primary plant was jammed. When looking for the cause of the jam, the primary plant operator fell off of the step ladder EE was on. EE's hard hat fell off and EE's head hit the concrete. EE lost consciousness for roughly 90 seconds. Ambulance was called. EE's injuries were a subdural hematoma and an open fracture of right side of occipital bone.

IE was walking up the slope when they inadvertently kicked a washdown hose and caused it to fall. When it fell it turned on causing the hose to come and hit the employee above the left eye causing a bruise.

Employee was climbing Scaffolding felt a pop and sharp pain in the left knee. Employee was diagnosed at medical facility with strain/sprain to the knee. Was referred to physician for further evaluation.

While servicing a tire on the left front of a WA600, the technician placed a hydraulic ram between the axle suspension assembly of the WA600 and the inside flange of the wheel. When the bead of the tire came loose from the force of the ram pushing on the flange, the ram slipped and hit the technician in the face.

splitting a rock with chisel, metal piece entered workers left elbow.

EE felt a sharp pain near EE's sciatic nerve when EE pushed a plate.

Employee (Mechanic) got cut on their left middle finger while inspecting the screw conveyor after locking it out. Employee inserted hand through sampling port after removing sampling port cover at the bottom of the screw conveyor to diagnose the issue. EE's finger got cut by screw flight.

Operator was driving Haul Truck in the Portland Ridge pit when they hit several bumps in a row causing discomfort to lower back, right knee and right foot.

Employee was coming off the ladder at Step3 Coarse crusher. When EE got to the last rung to step down EE's left knee buckled under EE and EE fell from a standing position.

Employee was walking in the track entry in by the load center when they slipped and fell, their hand came in contact with a piece of roof screen, that was against the rib. Mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee reported to the supervisor at the end of shift that EE's left shoulder is hurting, denies any event to cause pain, stated was only doing normal work activities no trauma, stated just normal wear and tear. Seen site medic, referred to ER, Then onto Occupational Health Provider where MRI was scheduled and employee was restricted from full duty.

Employee stepped wrong and felt a pain in left knee while walking from truck to pump MCC.

The EE was training in a mine haulage truck sitting in the buddy seat.

Operating haul truck and felt back go out.

Mechanic lost balance from the cab floor deck and fell forward on the right-side and landed on the track grouser. The mechanic hit EE's head on the side of the engine panel.

Employee alleges employee was getting ready to install a plate on a service truck and it fell and cut left pinky finger.

Employee strained middle back while pulling pump out of road water truck.

Miner was working in the quarry, exited excavator. While walking back, miner tripped over a rock. Miner landed on shoulder injuring the shoulder and thumb. Miner was treated and released to work restrictions within the miner's normal work duties. On October 4th, miner had surgery to repair the shoulder injury and placed off work.

When opening the door on #2 crusher tub following a plug for the second time during the shift, an approximately 8"" rock struck the top of their foot behind the safety toe. Operator reported pain and redness in the area, administered first aid. Operator received x-rays without broken bones and was removed from work for rest.

A haul truck driver claims EE was jarred while EE's truck was being loaded. EE continued to work until 8/8/24, at which time EE was seen by a doctor and not allowed to return to work.

Injury occurred 7-24-24 as a report only. Employee expressed that they weren't seeing any improvement requested to be seen 8-27-24. Employee continued to work scheduled shifts until 12-4-24. Scheduled surgery 12-5-24. Employee was air lancing in a chute at the crusher, got a sharp pain in their right shoulder

EE was operating a flop-gate when EE felt a sharp pain in right shoulder. *Became lost time 9/26/24.

IE was removing a come a long from the roof mesh and slipped on slick hill and fell onto their back. IE was taken off work on 8/5/2024 to get further imaging/mri.

EE was going up to the top of the upper shelf lime silo to unclog and get it to flow when EE opened the smaller round door to probe the lime or rodding if you will, it broke loose and came out of there like water getting all over EE and into EE's right eye.

Buggy became stuck while crossing the rails. Employee got a jack and a bar to try to dislodge the buggy from off of the rails. When they pushed down on the bar that was inserted in the jack, they felt a pain in their lower back.

An employee was walking out of the parts connex when EE stepped onto loose rocks, causing EE to lose footing, and EE twisted right knee. EE was taken to urgent care on 08/09/2024 and was given a full work release with a referral to a specialist. EE saw the specialist, and the specialist scheduled EE for surgery on 12/04/2024.

EE stated that B-Bond got on EE's pants and caused EE's thighs to get irritant contact dermatitis.

Teammate reported on 022625 that EE had been injured on 072424 by being hit by a Stretch wrapper

IE was completing an examination on the slope belt when they used their left hand to catch their balance causing a left shoulder strain.

Employee was attempting to take a cable off the rib line. The EE lost grip on the cable and the weight of the cable knocked EE into the side of scoop bucket that was parked. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, rules and regs was not a factor, miner proficiency was a factor.

The employee stated: was sitting when a piece of rock fell and struck the employee in the head. The employee sought medical attention and received 5 staples. This incident is being reported as an LTA.

Employee was attempting to move a piece of steel. The EE hooked up a piece of steel to move it, sheet metal moved pinching right thumb. The cause of this incident was improper body mechanics. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regs was not a factor, miner proficiency was a factor.

Miner was climbing a ladder/stairs to access the top of a portable fuel tank to re-fuel. Miner slipped on steps and fell. This resulted in a hyperextension, strain, and contusion to EE's left knee.

Employee was using 12lb sledge to knock a stuck ripper tooth off a D10 dozer. A small piece of metal chipped from tooth and went into employee's right calf. The employee had to have the metal surgically removed.

After setting up DDR Roof Bolter in the No. 6 Heading, employee stepped off machine and stumbled falling to the mine floor and landing on radio injuring lower back.

Miner was operating a skid steer when the pull bar became stuck, when miner tried to correct the pull bar it came loose and hit against the window breaking it. Miner tried to stop the pull bar from hitting the window with EE's hand and the weight of the bar injured EE's hand.

EE was walking in the intersection of #4 entry on #3 unit when a rock fell from the mine roof and struck EE in the right leg and knee. EE was placed off work by a doctor beginning 7/24/24 for a sprained knee.

Miner was lifting sheet metal when Miner felt sharp pain in EE's back

Employee was looking over supplies while traveling to the section when they struck their head on a low clearance area.

Employee was bent at the waist cleaning material away from a conveyor transfer point when a rock hit employee in the back of the head.

Employee was pulling on a cable when another employee stepped on the cable causing the cable to pull EE to the ground. When EE fell, EE fell with majority of EE's weight on EE's left side injuring EE's left shoulder. 2/27/2025 Surgical Repair was required

Associate was welding on skid steer bucket. Another associate came over to assist to complete the job. Both were welding back to back resulting in light reflecting on the inside of the welding shield. Associate noticed eye irritation the next day when the associate awoke.

Employee was fire bossing slope belt 50' outby tail slope when employee lost EE's footing causing EE's left knee to bend back and underneath self while falling. The employee suffered a knee sprain and tear of EE's quadricep tendon. No other part 50.20-5 apply.

Injured middle finger of the left hand while connecting a chain.

While installing the bucket on a skid steer, the employee could not close the latch easily. EE utilized a pipe to gain leverage on the latch and was able to close it. After this, the pipe was jammed on the latch handle. When EE pulled the pipe from the latch, EE smashed EE's left thumb on the skid steers frame. The thumb has a laceration and an open fracture of the distal phalanx.

Employee placed arm in the path of the closing elevator door.

Employee was dragging a hold down roller and felt a pain in EE's lower back.

Employee walked into #8 shield as it was being pulled in and it pushed employee's right leg into the pan, causing a sprain/strain injury. The audible and visual alarms were functioning properly on the shield. Compliance with rules/regs, PPE, mining equip/systems not a factor. Miner proficiency may be a factor.

IE was working on a scoop and struck EE's knee against a cover. IE received a contusion. IE was taken off work on 7/25/2024.

Employee bumped a valve handle on an airline and came into contact with the debris in the line.

An employee was troubleshooting a 4x4 lever on a bus that was stuck. When EE was unable to engage the lever with EE's arm, EE used EE's leg for additional force/leverage. The knob on the lever is threaded and while force was applied, the knob unthreaded. This caused the foot to slip off the lever and contact the dash of the bus which resulted in a fracture to EE's fibula.

IE was cleaning at the MN2 head when EE kicked a pile of gob. The pile of gob had a welding rod in it, and it poked through EE's boot into EE's foot.

Employee working overtime was manually carrying a 6-foot-wide bottom belt roller, weighing approximately 70-80 lbs., on EE's shoulder. Upon reaching EE's destination, EE began to set the belt roller down when EE felt lower back muscles tense up and spasm.

Employee attempted to carry two 50 pound bags of rock dust, slipped and fell landing flat on back.

Employee was hanging bolter cable when EE felt pain in arm/shoulder area. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee had finished using a cleaning solvent and lit a cigarette. Ashes from the cigarette caught residual solvent on the employee's shirt on fire.

Employee was operating roof bolter while installing a T-Board to support a pot when EE caught EE's right index finger between the T-Board and the mine roof, causing laceration to tip of finger.

Employee was installing the last row of bolts in the face of #3 entry when a rock fell from the top between the rib and the outside bolt. EE was struck on the outside of the right ankle. EE was on their knees while bolting. The equipment and tools that EE was using were in good condition.

Employee noticed a rope hanging out of the feeder. EE tried to pull it out and as EE pulled, it broke free causing EE to strike their arm against a pull cord smith bracket.

While riding in an open mantrip, a piece of mesh hanging from the roof struck employee in the left eye. This injury was not the result of a training or compliance issue.

IE was walking around MN1 head when EE slipped and twisted their ankle.

IE was washing underneath the belt line at the dewatering system. During this time IE tripped on the water line and lost balance. IE fell and cut right forearm and received 4 sutures.

Employees ankle popped while pushing throttle on haul truck

Employee was rib pinning when EE scaled roof and rib and a piece of rock came down on EE's arm. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor

Employee was carrying sand jack in the #3 entry of NE1T/G when employee stepped on uneven ground, twisting left ankle causing sprain to ankle.

A set of supply cars, that were chained down to the track, accidentally became uncoupled from a motor and shifted forward towards the end of the track. At the same time, the injured employee reached for toolbag that was on the inby end of the supply cars and got upper calf caught between the frame of the track stop and the supply car causing injury.

EE was operating an articulating haul truck when EE hit a bump and EE's back began to hurt. EE clocked out and went to EE's personal urgent care facility. EE reported EE's injury to the company July 23, 2024.

Injury occured on 7/18/24, employee had let the company know it was work related injury on 7/25/24. Warm sunny day, cutting rocks on cutter machine, rock split, and broke into smaller pieces, and one bigger piece struck worker on the right forearm causing pain in right elbow.

On 07/18/2024 at 7:30 am, operator was standing on the loader side step checking the oil level. When they opened the door, they lost balance and fell back and landed on the ground standing.*Did not become a reportable until 08/12/2024, the operator wanted medical attention.

Walking down incline slipped in gravel and mud; knee bent backwards (hyper extended); walking from parking lot to bath house

Employee was sheaving in a crosscut when a piece of slate dislodged and caused a laceration on the back of EE's neck. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

IE was moving a T-5 strap from a scoop when IE felt a pain in the right shoulder.

Employee was attempting to remove debris from the back of a dump truck & the tailgate became unstuck and smashed EE's finger.

The lab technician was getting ready to collect a coal sample when bolts for an approximately 10-inch guide on the drill sheared, and the guide fell, striking the Lab Tech on top of the right shoulder. Employee was referred to ortho and was prescribed physical therapy.

The mine EE was making visual checks of the plant feed hopper and identified the belt was slipping, EE went to apply belt dressing. Sand had built up on the head pulley & EE attempted to scrape the sand off the pulley, EE's arm got caught in the belt & pulley. The miner was able to pull arm out. The results were skin abrasions, torn away flesh, & a fracture to the right wrist.

Employee was scaling roof with a slate bar on the #1 section in the #4 and #4L entries. A piece of rock measuring 35""L X 24""W X 6"" thick fell striking the employee on the left foot. the entry was approximately 6' high and damp. contusion and swelling to the left foot.

Employee was assisting others install track rails. When EE attempted to move a rail, it moved abruptly and caught EE's right middle and rings fingers between the rail and the mine floor. It did not involve any equipment or compliance issues. It also did not involve job skills, proficiency, training, PPE or protective devices.

Lower back pain from operation haul truck on rough road.

Employee injured back attempting to dump haul truck

Employee was hanging a ventilation tube when a piece of coal fell from the rib and struck employee's left knee. It did not involve any equipment or compliance issues. It also did not involve job skills, proficiency, training, PPE or protective devices.

While walking down some grated steps in the fines crusher, employee walked through a door, and did not see the step. Employee lost balance, went down to the right knee, and felt a pop in upper left thigh area.

Employee took guard off to check belt air from outside. The fan kept spinning and the employee put their hand on the belts to stop it, and fingers went between belts and sheave. Employee smashed two fingertips. Employee had gloves on and was locked out.

IE was walking, examining belts, when IE stepped on a 2"" rock causing foot to be at an awkward position. Causing the 5th metatarsal bone to break.

Endloader operator accidently dropped the boom of 992 loader onto the side of the rock truck being loaded. The driver of the truck stated the bumping of the truck by the endloader caused a strain to their back.

An employee reported that EE's back was sore from a shovel dropping a bucket of material in EE's haul truck. EE continued working for two days and then went on days off. EE did not report to work on 7/26/2024 and began missing time.

Employee was struck by a rock on EE's left shoulder that had fallen from the roof. The employee received a contusion. Compliance with rules/regs, PPE, mining equip/systems not a factor. Miner proficiency may be a factor.

The operator was cleaning out a waste concrete pit as EE normally does and said hit a hard piece of concrete and jarred the loader and then continued to clean the pit and about 10 minutes later EE's back started hurting.

Employee alleges they were changing a drill bit and the drill fell from the hammer and pinned the index and ring fingers under the drill bit causing injuries to their right hand. Employee also received stitches.

EE was straightening out the hose on the grease gun to the drum. When EE was walking toward the steel portable silo legs, EE tripped over the steel legs on the ground and hurt left hip. The employee fell to the ground and said that EE couldn't get up and we called for an ambulance to assist.

Employee was walking through crosscut at break 36 on the #3 Belt line, slipped and fell landing on their left leg which resulted in an ankle fracture

A fully trained miner was checking oil on a D-11 Dozer when EE slipped on the track of the dozer and landed on their shoulder. The injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.

I.E. and another employee were hanging high voltage cable from the mine roof. As they were picking up the cable to hang it, the I.E. felt a pop in their left shoulder. I.E. continued to work until a doctor took them off for surgery on 5-12-2025.

While troubleshooting an electrical issue on the drum miner the employee inserted their hand into an electrical cabinet making contact with an energized conductor and receiving a shock. EE was given a prescription for 800 mg of ibuprofen 7-day antibiotic and Silvadene cream and antibiotic for the wounds. Restrictions - Lt Hand work only.

Ee was walking to work area. Ee reports feeling knee pop and having instant pain, then fell to ground. No uneven ground, no work related condition reported. Seen at ER, put off work pending ortho evaluation. WC claim denied, but reporting per MSHA regulation.

Employee was bolting on center bolter when EE was struck by a piece of slate on the elbow. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was working on a tailgate sprocket in H3 longwall. Employee was struck by a rock on top of their head while standing under 257 shield. Rock was 8""x8""x6"" and believed to have came from the edge of the supported tailgate entry and bounce off of 258 shield tip striking them. Employee was diagnosed with a concussion and a T12 fracture.

Warehouse Attendant was attempting to unload two GET Heel Plates from the forks of a forklift. The Attendant slid the plates off the end of the forks and pinched their index and middle fingers on their left hand between the plates and the ground resulting in swelling and bruising, x-ray was negative for fractures.

Driving in beltline. Going through a low area and jammed neck.

The employee allegedly was bitten by an insect/spider at some point during the day.

Employee sustained burns while exiting the cab of employee's haul truck after a fire had ignited on the cab side of the haul truck.

Employee was testing E-Car when cable malfunctioned, and employee inhaled smoke. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was assisting to load a backhoe onto a low-boy trailer. After loading and chaining the backhoe was completed, employee dismounted the trailer and in doing so felt a pop in their left knee.

Ee reports walking up stairs at work. Felt pop and pain in left calf. Reports inability to bear weight. Put off work pending follow-up on 7/16. On 7/19 determined not compensable by WC, however, reportable under MSHA.

Employee was attempting to set up a breaker at the pc. The EE set up the breaker and the cable grounded out causing the plug housing to break. the cause of this incident was improper installation of the plug. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor. The EE employee did not start missing work until 7/22/24 and returned to work on 7/26/24.

Employee stated was cleaning around #1 Belt take-up, as EE walked inby the take-up EE stepped on a piece of 6"" discharge waterline that was partially buried in the mud. This caused EE to fall to the mine floor on right hip. Employee complained of pain in right hip and groin area.

Employee was troubleshooting miner cable when the breaker was set, found the plug was grounded. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was trying to dislodge a rock from between discs on tractor and used a hammer and a screwdriver. Employee hit the top to their left hand with the hammer when the rock broke free.

Mechanic cutting zip tie from radiator on D11 dozer. Stabbed self in left forearm approx. one inch deep with small utility knife when knife slipped.

EE was unblocking the cage crusher with a chipping gun. Broken rock flew out of the top of the crusher and hit EE directly under their safety glasses and into their left eye.

Employee was rib pinning when they were struck on the hand by a rock that came from rib. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Loader operator was backing away from stockpile & was looking behind self and tire went in a rut and the way EE's body was turned & when EE hit the rut it tweaked EE's back.

Was climbing down from the skid steer, bucket has a vertical plate. Employee did not see it and stepped with right foot twisting EE's ankle.

Employee used improper procedure when operating breaker which caused finger to be pinched in between metal table and rock. Right pinky finger was crushed.

Employee was changing bits on the tailgate drum at midface, when the coal face blew out and struck the employee. Employee received a fracture to T9, T10, and T11. Compliance with rules/regs, PPE, mining equip/systems not a factor. Miner proficiency not a factor.

EE performed work in chute, climbed to top of screen deck, slipped and fell (slid) head first 25' through the screen and down the chute.

Employee was passenger in a mantrip exiting the mine when they encountered a track switch left thrown for the turn. The caused the mantrip to enter the spur and strike a parked (vacant) mantrip. The impact resulted in the employee sustaining a sprained left ankle.

Miner was lifting catwalk and felt pain in lower back.

Employee fell while dismounting skid loader.

Employee was examining the rib pinner with mechanic when EE slipped and fell into the side of the rib pinner controls causing the arm to swing and injured EE's shoulder. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was assisting changing bits on the tailgate shearer drum. When a rock fell from the tip of the shields and struck the employee on the back of the head and neck causing a laceration. The employee received staples to close the laceration and is being treated for lower back issues.

Employee was installing Roof Bolts, while trying to insert drill steel in drill chuck EE felt something pull and a burning sensation in shoulder

Riding in mantrip to work section hit a pothole bounced EE.

Employee was struck in the head by gang box lid

Directly supervised contractor was handling warehouse items (chain - 35 lb, carpet 2.5 lb) when EE complained about back pain. Next work shift individual sought medical attention and prescribed medication and a temporary job restriction.

IE was stepping down from the bolter and sprained foot.

Nipper was knocking a drill bit off of a jackleg steel. A chip of rock broke off and flew approximately 20' and hit the miner in the eye.

While walking back to the scoop, the employee stuck EE's head on a drill steel that was stuck in the mine roof. EE continued working but began having headaches and was taken off work on 7/11/2024 by a doctor for a possible concussion.

IE was sealing a stopping at the mouth of HG-14. IE got sealant underneath EE's rubber gloves. IE got burnt from the sealant and was taken off work on 7/11/2024.

Employee was backing up a coal ramp to dump a load of coal. As EE was backing up, the sun was reflecting directly on the mirrors and EE lost their bearing and backed through the berm causing the truck to roll onto its side. The employee fractured 5 ribs as a result of this accident.

Employee stated that while they were sliding the CM cable over with their right foot, they felt a pain in their right knee.

Employee was moving a mechanical lever to change products and felt a strain in the gut area. No action was taken at this time as felt it was a strain from exertion. Currently employee is working at full capacity with some discomfort.

While pulling a 72"" bottom frame from the slope track through the compartment mandoor EE strained EE's lower back. Was taken off work on 10/17/2024

Employee was replacing a Return Roller on CV1. The belt had been locked out and the lower section of the belt chained up to remove the old return roller. While picking up the roller to remove from the frame the roller came out and caused compression injuries to DIP's of Left 1F, Left MF, left RF and abrasion to left MF.

EE states while lifting a bucket cap & pin, felt a sharp/stab pain in mid back & immediately dropped the bucket cap. Felt pain throughout the day but did not report as work related & was going to PMD on 7/8/24. On 7/9/24 EE reported the back injury as work related & was referred to Company Care. Restrictions were given that cannot be accommodated, off work until further notice.

While pinning screen the miner was contacted by rocks falling from the back. EE was contacted by the rock causing fractures to EE's left leg, right ankle, and spine. The ankle injury required surgery.

Employee states that while taking a slurry sample out of the thickener, they stepped back and their left leg went through some deteriorated grating on the walkway above the thickener. The employee scraped their left shin and twisted their right ankle. The employee was taken to a medical facility for evaluation and was diagnosed with mild sprain of ankle.

While on a ladder beneath double dump on bag house 3, cleaning with one hand, employee suddenly felt a sharp pain around mid back region. Medical treatment diagnosed with thoracic muscle spasm, given 2 days off work, and light duty restrictions.

Employee injured head and neck dumping out haul truck

Employee was stepping out of the kitchen of employee's locomotive when employee felt pop in knee. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

A contracted fabricator was using a man lift on the 2nd floor of the plant to weld on the bottom of the froth cells. A section of the 2nd floor fell causing the manlift and contracted fabricator to fall to the first floor.

WHILE CLEANING THE SCREEN BOX, LIQUOR MIXTURE (CAUSTIC) GOT INSIDE MY CHEMICAL SUIT AND THEN INTO MY BOOTS. MY RIGHT LEG STARTED TO BURN.

PUMP WAS WASHING, OPERATOR WAS WALKING BY WHEN GASKET BLEW.

Employee received flash burns to both eyes from welding

Employee was bolting with a single head bolter and a piece of rib rolled out, smashing EE's right hand against the body of the bolter.

Employee was walking around the corner in entry #12 in the last open XC when a brow area popped out and struck their shoulder when they were walking past.

Employee was operating D11T Dozer cleaning highwall and pushing shot material when EE backed up on a rock and dozer slid off rock causing it to jar EE's back and left leg. Employee refused medical attention at time of accident said was ok and didn't seek medical attention until 07/08/2024.

I.E. was roof bolting installing their outside bolt. A piece of black shale fell out between the rib and the canopy measuring 1'x2'x2""Th. The rock struck them on the right shoulder. I.E. has continued to work until doctors restrictions took them off on 8-19-2024.

While being loaded in an End Dump with dirt, the operator experienced bouncing in the cab when the excavator dropped a bucket load into the truck. The operator reported experiencing soreness in the neck and shoulders. After being evaluated at a local clinic, the operator was given work restrictions that prevent them from returning to work.

Tech was remove grill from D8R, standing in front of machine. EE was removing bolts from hinges, EE wasn't aware one of the pins was missing from hinges. caused the grill 102 lbs to fall striking tech on left foot behind steel toe portion of boot. At the time, they felt fine the incident was considered a near miss. next day employee had bruising and called WP for assistance.

Employee stated employee had pulled the drill in between #3 and #4 xcut when employee went to install the pogo. The one beside of it approx. 4' apart came loose and fell down striking employee on the bridge of the nose resulting in a fracture.

Employee was rib pinning. When EE removed the augers, EE was struck by a rock on their arm. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was clearing the cutter and tossed rocks to the side of the cutter. EE cut right hand while tossing the rocks.

Employee was sliding on EE's back to exit shield #145 after finishing repairs when EE's feet got caught on the pontoon and the weight of EE's body while sliding pushed EE's knees under EE causing a sprain to EE's right knee. After further evaluation, EE had a torn posterior horn medial meniscus which required surgery on 9/30/2024. (Started losing time 9/30/2024)

Hand slipped while securing a ball valve onto pipe

The truck operator was being loaded when a large boulder, hit the bed truck it caused the truck and operator to be jolted left and right, causing pain to the operator's neck and upper back.

EE bent down to remove toilet & felt a strain in back - reported at time of incident, no treatment sought at the time. EE was treated on 8/12/24 in ER due to ongoing/increased pain. Was put off work - became reportable at that time.

Employee was shoveling and felt pop/pressure in abdomen. Employee diagnosed with hernia. Doctor restricted employee to limited lifting until follow-up.

EMPLOYEE WAS GETTING RODS TO FEED THE MILL AND SMASHED FINGER ON LEFT HAND

Employee works at a natural limestone quarry in Jarrell Texas. No other conditions reported.

EE was welding/torching when piece of hot slag/steel fell into tongue of boot and burned through boot, sock and onto skin. First Aid applied - ee sought medical treatment on 8/7 due to increasing pain. wound was infected resulting in prescribed medication and time off work.

2nd Shift Packaging Operator went to adjust film in stretch wrapper and while pulling the film EE felt a sharp pain in EE's back.

An employee was attempting to step over a 20"" drainpipe to shut off a conveyor belt. The employee was in a rush & in employee's haste to get over the drainpipe, employee lost footing on the uneven ground and injured left leg. Other employees noticed IE on the ground & checked on IE. The supervisor was notified. The injured employee was taken to the hospital to be evaluated.

Employee smashed wrist

Mill Services Employee working in the Mill Ops roughers basement climbing to unhook a hose caught on equipment/machinery fell backwards from A3 to A4 transition chute from 4+ ft elevation, landing on a water addition line.

Employee was training on overhead crane press when they were walking on cell two. Employee was looking back talking to the mentor, when they tripped and fell on hands and knees. Employee was checked by ERRT and finished the shift. Next shift they called off due to back pain, was seen at the clinic and taken off work. Currently ongoing.

Injured employee stepped towards a stationary 650 scoop to unhook the winch hook and hit lower left leg on the scoop bucket causing a laceration, that later got infected and started missing work on 7/30/24 to treat the infection. No problems with training, proficiency or PPE issues, and no equipment or compliance issues.

Employee was assisting in cleaning up around the ready line area when they were loading up broken wood and pallets into the loader bucket. The injured employee attempted to pick up a pallet that was partly buried under some dirt and felt a pop in left bicep.

Employee was exiting truck when EE rolled EE's right ankle while putting foot on ground.

Employee was descending steps when they rolled their ankle.

Employee was walking from the beltline to the haulroad when they tripped and fell landing on the buttocks. Employee has been working full duty and doing at home therapy but was still having symptoms. A follow up appointment was made and surgery was scheduled for 11/13/2024 for a Lumbar Radiculopathy. Employee worked full duty until surgery day.

Employee was lifting a steel square tube off a flatbed, along with another employee. Employee felt some pain in EE's lower back.

The operator sustained a strain injury while installing a new propane canister on a forklift. During the installation the operator did not feel any significant strain or pulling, but immediately after completing the process they began to feel discomfort.

Employee was hit in the face by metal wedge that came out of drill pipe

Employee was helping repair a broken conveyor belt splice. Employee was pulling on the conveyor belt and felt a pain in left shoulder.

Ee reports feeling a pop/tear when ee picked up ee's backpack out of the truck bed when being dropped off at ee's truck to start shift. Arm went numb, and then sharp pain in the arm/elbow. Seen at ER, ee released with restrictions and referred to ortho. Seen at ortho, diagnosed with torn biceps tendon, will need surgery.

Worker picked up a sheet of plywood, and heard a popping in elbow, resulting in immediate pain, and could not use the arm or hand afterward.

Employee was using a wrench to thread a ball valve. When EE applied force, EE felt a pop in the left shoulder area. Employee continued to perform duties with no lost time. EE had surgery on 10/2/2024.

Maintenance employee was lifting a piece of shaft stock with the help of another technician.

Employee was changing a flat tire on the service truck. EE lifted the tire without assistance and then was diagnosed with a ventral hernia.

Employee had placed a 5'x10' sheet of metal on the north edge of table while vertical. Employee then went to lower sheet metal to a flat position when the west end of the sheet metal slipped and cut the lower left forearm of the employee.

Employee using skid steer bobcat to clean up Travelways behind our Grinding Plant building. The bucket of the bobcat caught old RR tracks that were buried under the mud/muck, causing the unit to come to an abrupt / Rough stop. The employee was thrown forward striking their head on the rearview mirror and bracket. The employee was wearing seatbelt (lap belt).

Electrician working on GL2 belt reported sharp pain in leg after tripping or ""stepping wrong"" on step of stairs while reaching for rope switch. Potential exacerbation of pre-existing injury/condition.

In the process of removing a 990 loader bucket tooth with a soft metal hammer, a fragment of the tooth superficially entered the employee's chest. In order to remove the metal fragment, surgery is required.

EMPLOYEE REPORTED ISSUE ON 07/15/2024 BUT DID NOT GO TO THE DOCTOR. EMPLOYEE THEN CONTACTED REPRESENTATIVE AT DOE RUN ON 09/23/2024 ABOUT HAVING ISSUES. EMPLOYEE DID NOT GO ON LIGHT DUTY UNTIL AFTER EE'S SURGERY ON 06/04/2025. EMPLOYEE STATES EE WAS MUCKING AND HAULING OUT OF A ROUGH AREA IN THE MINE. AFTER THIS THE EMPLOYEE STARTED HAVING LOWER BACK ISSUES.

Employee working on filter head from step ladder. Vacuum pipe alongside ladder came loose from roustabout, rotated and slammed into ladder knocking employee off. Employee landed on EE's elbow. THIS INCIDENT BECAME A RECORDABLE ON SEPTEMBER 12th WHEN THE EMPLOYEE RECEIVED RESTRICTIONS.

Operator was making a hard left turn up a ramp when the right front tire caught traction and pulled the cab over on the right side of machine.

Employee was working on lifting spring bolts and hydraulic cylinders on 5 1/2 ft. crusher or moving toggle ends for hydraulic toggle. Sought medical treatment on 8/23/2024. Returned to work with no restrictions. Surgery scheduled for 9/9/2024.

The hydrate operator reported feeling a pop in EE's right shoulder and numbness in EE's right arm after using a sledgehammer. EE was striking the Pre-Mixer due to material build up when this incident occurred.

Employee crouched down while washing under the scales

Individual was using a Milwaukee battery chipping hammer to remove clay material built up in the Jaw bypass chute. When the chipping hammer vibrated the back wall behind the material a large chunk broke free and slid onto the employees foot. The employees foot swelled up and employee was directed to local hospital. After examination x-ray revealed a broken bone.

Field tech knelt down on D6 dozer track looking for coolant leak and felt a pop in EE's (L) knee. EE stood up and had slight discomfort. Tech contacted immediate supervisor to notify them. EE continued to work but discomfort became worse and swelling began. Tech contacted work partners and was advised to ice knee and stay off of it.

Employee was racking out a substation and grabbed a live stab resulting in an electrical shock and burns.

Employee dropped bases onto foot

On 7-3-24, employee woke up with a sore back. During the shift, they operated a 980m Front End loader. About halfway through the shift, they got off the loader to work on the wash plant. They got back in the loader and around 10:00 a.m., they informed the Plant Manager of a minor pain in their back.

THE IE TRIPPED OVER A PLASTIC BAND AND FELL STRIKING EE'S LEFT HAND AGAINST A PIECE OF METAL STRUCTURE. THE IE WAS TAKEN TO BLESSING HOSPITAL ER WHERE AFTER X-RAYS EE HAD A FRACTURE TO EE'S LEFT MIDDLE FINGER.

Mill Services Employee got lime splashed in right eye while cleaning at the lime plant.

As the EE was getting set up to try to tighten a leaking hydraulic fitting and the fitting suddenly came apart. EE's lower left leg (shin) was struck by a piece of pipe that came off the system when the fitting came apart. The strike caused a laceration, impact bone fracture, and a hairline fracture to the EE's left shin.

Back spasm that required muscle relaxant shot and treating physician ordered >20 lbs. lifting restrictions

Employee was lifting a piece of steel channel and felt a pull in the back and a burn down the right leg. An MRI showed a hamstring tear and employee was placed on restrictions.

Two employees were moving a Flammable Storage Cabinet that was to be scrapped. They were utilizing a fork truck to move the empty cabinet out of the plant and onto a pallet. One of the employees were operating a fork truck and set the cabinet onto the pallet and the other then slid the cabinet backwards and crushed their finger between the cabinet and concrete wall.

While making adjustments to west side skirtboard liners, EE lost footing, slipped, and fell from work platform to walkway (approx. 40""), injuring right ankle.

Employee was grabbing the stinger to hang it up and the pinky finger of left hand got ""pinched"" between the stinger and the guard rail. Employee was attempting to lift the stinger over the hand rail to place back into holder.

STEPPING OFF OF POWDER TRUCK, EMPLOYEE STRAINED LOWER BACK

Foot slipped in between hydraulic pipe that runs on the walkway of ladder causing worker to fall twisting right knee

Ee was using a pry bar to move a pin. The bar slipped and smashed/pinched employee's finger between the bar and a ladder. Seen by doctor, diagnosed with a fracture to the right long finger, and released with restrictions site can accommodate.

Roof rock fell out from between bolts striking employee on the head.

The haul truck was lodged in mud and being removed by the maintenance team.

An employee was going to retrieve the manufacturer part number off the blower pulley sheave. After looking at the sheave, EE decided to remove the bolt that was holding the sheave. EE grabbed the bolt and twisted it out of position. In doing so, EE's right ring finger was grabbed by the belt and pulled into the sheave.

On 7/26/2024, while walking on a travelway, EE moved to opposite side of the road due to conditions ahead being uneven. EE stated that upon moving to the other side of the travelway, they felt a pop near the arch of their left foot. EE was seen by company doctor and put on restricted duty and was prescribed the use of an immobilization device.

While cleaning an air duct, the duct shifted and pinched employees hand between duct and railing of work platform.

Miner was dismounting equipment and tripped landing on the ground, knees first. Was placed on restrictions and physical therapy.

Employee was about to throw trash from back of pickup truck. When EE lowered the tailgate there is a battery terminal underneath where the tail gate comes down, and EE's left middle finger got pinched between the tailgate and a battery. EE decided to be seen on 7/29/24 and was placed on restrictions.

Emp. Stepped off a track hoe and as EE turned to walk away EE stepped on the side of a rut and twisted EE's right ankle causing a fracture.

Employee was doing a preshift inspection on the sweeper. Employee took the filter out and bent over to tap it on the ground to clean and when the employee stood up, EE felt a pull in their lower back.

Employee was walking to the changehouse for a break when the employee stepped on rock rolling their ankle causing pain and discomfort. Employee was seen by the clinic and was placed on restrictions.

Changing cutting blades on W-900 loader when the bolt started to spin EE put EE's hand on the bolt to push it back up in the socket while the bolt was turning and this resulted in a cut to EE's palm.

REPLACING BEARING IN TAKE UP CART, BEARING SLIPPED AND SMASHED MIDDLE LEFT FINGER

EE stepped off the excavator tracks on to muddy and uneven ground when EE felt a sharp pain in left ankle.

Miner was helping to move a wall locker and the wall locker door / door frame smashed EE's hand.

We were removing pipe from the clients well. Crew was using a dong tong (large pipe wrench) utilizing a sling on a ram to help break the coupling loose. The sling slipped off the wrench causing the wrench to move back toward employee. Employee twisted EE's knee when this happened. Employee has been seen and is currently on light duty working in our shop.

Employee was using a plasma cutter on a fab table. The sparks ignited a spray paint can which shot flames causing a minor burn to their right arm.

Employee was tightening the head nut on a Telsmith cone crusher with a large hammer. The employee placed their left hand in the line of fire between the hammer and the head nut. Their left pinky was struck when the hammer deflected, breaking the finger.

The crew was installing an axial blower using two manual chain hoists. While lifting the filter housing, a gasket came loose underneath the suspended part. As an employee tried to adjust the gasket with their hands, one of the chains moved and the blower fell and crushed the employee's left index finger, causing an injury.

EE lifted an impeller for the VSI that weighs around 130 lbs, and EE felt a pop in EE's lower back.

Employee was welding pipe. Finger was caught when pipe rolled and fell off support.

Loading chemicals into the truck when a hose fitting broke, sprayed on back and shoulder.

At roughly 4:30pm on July 22nd, 2024, an employee with a little over 6 years of mining experience tripped on the 2nd step as the EE was ascending the stairs in Shed 8. EE fell on the stairs injuring knee, shortly after which the employee left work and went to the doctors where EE was diagnosed with a contusion on knee.

IP was handling the wireline with hydraulic controls when the overshot became hung up on the bottom of the deck causing an uncontrolled release of energy resulting in overshot to contact the IP in the lower lip. This resulted in a laceration between the lower lip and chin and chipping one lower tooth.

Employee was cutting an old section of conveyor belt. EE cut two fingers with a utility knife. Employee received stitches to ring finger. EE returned to work with restrictions. EE is scheduled for a follow up on Monday 7/22/24.

Employee used a 2.5lb hammer to hit a wrench, when they inadvertently missed and hit their left hand causing a .5in laceration. Employee received 2 stitches.

Employee was welding picking eyes onto a metal plate in the grizzly feeder/dump box when the metal plate slid onto employees left forearm. X-rays confirmed fracture and employee is set up to see an orthopedist. Employee received a cast for arm.

Ee reports rolling up truck window manually, when EE felt a sharp pain in lt thumb radiating up EE's hand, into EE's forearm. Hand spasmed, and as ee tried to straighten it, the pain was intense. Seen at clinic, diagnosed with strain and hairline fracture. Referred for ortho consult, scheduled for 8/14.

Maintenance team were unloading a beam from telehandler forks and placing beam onto catwalk, Back was hurt in the Process.

We were not notified of the injury until 07.22.2024. Miner was lifting a hammer out of our VSI when miner's foot slipped, and miner then pushed up to keep the hammer from falling, causing a sprain/strain to miner's right shoulder rotator cuff capsule.

Employee stepped down off of excavator and rolled their ankle causing a sprain.

Two employees were opening the hood of a dump truck. One of the employees stepped to the front of the truck to prevent the hood from moving too far forward and breaking the hinges of the hood. EE ended up taking the weight of the hood and this resulted in a small tear in EE's right bicep. EE is under lifting restrictions until an orthopedic appointment.

Employee received a diagnosis of a bicep tear on July 18th, related to loading an empty gas cylinder on a cart.

Employee was changing return rollers when the employee felt lower back pain. Physical Therapy and restrictions were prescribed by the clinic. Injury became reportable on 07/23/2024.

Employee was trying to remove a loader bucket tooth from the 136 conveyor belt. The employee stopped the belt and the tooth was under the belt magnet. When they grabbed the tooth, the magnet pulled their hand up with the tooth and smashed a finger.

PUTTING LOCK ON LOCKER FELT A POP AND PAIN AROUND THE RIGHT SHOULDER/UPPER BACK AREA

Employee was putting air in a dolly tire when the tire blew up striking employee's right arm

Operator was getting off a railcar after setting the hand brake and slipped off of the knuckle of the railcar, hitting is thigh area on the way down. Operator requested to see doctor on 11/25 and provided restrictions on 12/2.

While a summer student was sweeping, a 20-pound tire knife oven no longer in service on a shelf on a wall approximately 4 feet above the floor fell on EE's right hand, fracturing two bones in the hand. The employee's broom caught the power cord to the oven, causing the oven to fall off a shelf.

The employee was installing rubber skirting at the plant when dust flaked off from above and fell between goggles and face. The material caused eye irritation requiring treatment.

EE was walking going to step over a raised area right foot leading. EE stepped over in a way that when EE's right foot hit the floor with all EE's weight, EE stated that EE heard and felt a crack and pop noise from EE's knee. Majority of pain located on back side of knee, both sides. After MRI confirmation on 10/14/2024. EE has a Torn Meniscus No Restrictions.

SX-EW Employee was splashed in the face and eyes with sulfuric acid diluted solution.

Employee was stripping the outer jacket off of motor wire to install in a pump when the Hawkbill knife EE was using slipped out of the insulation and ran across the top of EE's leg resulting in a laceration. EE sought medical attention, received sutures and is currently on restricted duty.

Employee was welding on a pipe and the wind blew metal shavings beneath employee's mask and safety glasses into left eye.

EE slipped and fell while climbing out of a tub of a sand screw. EE did not report any injury to supervisor until EE was in emergency room after EE had gone home after EE's shift.

When moving the rod holder jaw on a drill, the employee pinched their finger resulting in a partial finger amputation that required sutures.

Miner was working on the inoperative screening plant. EE was bent over, on the deck, about 5 ft above ground. EE stood up too quickly and passed out, falling back over the guardrail to the ground, landing on and injuring their shoulder and upper back. EE's helper, returning from an errand 1-2 min later, found EE conscious on the ground in pain, helped and radioed for help.

While dumping a rod box a 14 1/8"" long by 1 1/4"" diameter rod weighing 4.4 pounds flipped out of the dump truck box, striking the employee on the left hand. The employee's hand was holding onto the forklift steering wheel at the time of the incident. This incident became a recordable on 7/23/2024 when the employee was placed on restrictions.

Operator was in the process of opening a gate valve on a 6"" HDPE pipe and was sprayed with raffinate, which got in EE's eyes. Employee flushed repeatedly but continued to have discomfort. Was taken to the ER, given drops, restricted from driving, and referred to an ophthalmologist. Currently ongoing.

Employee was operating golf cart traveling from 4 to 5 crosscut into #5 entry. Left front tire contacted a block lying along the rib causing the wheel to rotate suddenly and ball on wheel contacted employee's right hand. Employee was put on restricted duty.

Employee and partner used Mill Building Hoist to remove Torque Tube off the 5th Floor of the Mill Building and lower it to the Ground Floor. As the tube touched the ground EE's hand contacted the pinch point on top of the hoists lifting block before it stopped moving causing their thumb to be drawn into the pinch point of the hoists rope and sheave resulting in a thumb laceration.

Laying out future blast holes when rock and debris began falling from the above bench area.

Employee was repairing rotary feeders that were out of service and while inspecting the system EE stepped backwards and stepped off a small elevated work platform. When EE stepped backwards and felt self lose EE's balance EE reached EE's right arm out to brace self on a handrail and this is when EE felt discomfort in EE's right shoulder.

EE started climbing up the ladders and scaffolding platforms to help at the top of the ball mill discharge. EE got to the 4th scaffolding Deck and turned body away from the ladder and towards the deck. EE proceeded to step off and heard a loud pop from EE's left knee as EE stepped to the deck.

Injured reports that the haul truck EE was operating was jarred while being loaded which caused EE's shoulder to strike the inside of the door. Injured did not report incident until the following day. Medical treatment was provided and work restrictions were given.

Employee was working in the CMF on the splitter nearest the office. Was helping the operator move a rock standing on the machine leg. The employee's foot slipped and went into a slit. The employees right foot then got stuck between two pieces of iron when a waste tub was slid into place by the material handler.

Employee reports they were setting up hoses to guzzle in the south mezzanine. Employee experienced a sudden sharp pain in the lower back when bending over to pick up a hose. The injury occurred during the movement/motion of bending, prior to lifting the hose.

Employee was trying to move a bundle of saddles by hand and felt pain in the right bicep. An MRI showed that there was a partial tear in the bicep. Employee was placed on restrictions.

EE straddled the finish mill 1 pinion shaft bearing drive line guard to access the oil level plug located on the opposite end of the platform. They had their left leg on the platform and as they swung their right leg behind them they felt a pop in their right knee as they planted their foot on the platform. There is ladder access on the opposite end to access the oil plugs.

EE was cleaning under the shaker when EE noticed one of the wipers on a conveyor belt was damaged, EE proceeded to make a new one. As EE was making the wiper, EE was hitting the hole punch with the hammer. EE swung the hammer really hard and it slipped and struck EE's hand. EE went to the break room, removed their glove, called EE at the crusher, EE called another EE.

EE was cutting zip tie off end of ""down the hole"" measuring tape. Cutting away from themself. When the zip tie was cut the knife became uncontrolled and cut another EE. The cut was in EE's hand. The cut required 6 stitches.

Employee was bolting up a cyclone. Employee was prying with a bar, the bar slipped and employee stumbled causing knee to twist.

While changing DPF filter on piece of equipment, cut right hand on edge of filter housing, required 3 stitches

Employee was removing & rolling up approximately 800 feet of 1 inch cable from starboard anchor winch when EE felt a pop in their right forearm; causing immediate pain to EE's forearm, bicep & shoulder. Employee was taken to clinic and placed on restricted duty.

Injured reports that EE was dragging a 4"" corrugated vacuum hose when EE felt pain in EE's back. Injured did not report injury until 7/10/2024 when EE requested medical attention. Injured was given work restrictions on 7/10 which made the injury reportable.

EE was repairing a hinge on a metal storage box and felt discomfort in left shoulder area. Clinic was called and EE opted for self-care. On 07/15/2024 EE was seen by a medical professional and was returned to work with no restrictions and continued self-care. On 07/22/2024 EE returned for a follow up visit and was given restrictions and scheduled for an MRI.

Employee works at a natural stone quarry in Jarrell, Texas. No conditions reported.

EE was repairing a screen deck motor, chain hoist was used to line bolts for motor and slipped sticking hard hat and EE head causing laceration resulting in 4 staples.

The employee was replacing the spring bolt on a crusher. After cutting a bolt, the top section came down pinching the employee's right pinky finger between the 2 pieces. The top piece weighs over 50 lbs.

Employee was working on a flapper of a pneumatic pump, and reported feeling a strained muscle in shoulder. Employee continued normal shift work, after reporting the incident to employee's supervisor. On 8/9 employee was placed on modified duty resulting in reportable incident.

EE claims injury (lower back sprain) occurred on 7/4/24. EE reported injury to company on 7/9/24. EE requested to seek treatment on 7/11. On 7/11 EE was taken to Concentra and received work restrictions of, ""No shoveling, may lift up to 50lbs constantly, and May push/pull up to 100lbs constantly"". On 7/11 the injury became a MSHA reportable.

Employee reported back strain after climbing the boarding ladder/stairs of employee's haul truck. Pain reported the following day on 07/05/2024. Employee issued restrictions of no driving, stairs, or uneven ground by medical provider.

EE was carrying hand tools (broom and shovel) in their hands and stepped off a small retaining wall and twisted their leg/ankle. They sustained a fracture to their leg and dislocation to their ankle. EE was issued restrictions and referred to a specialist.

EE was removing a head pulley bearing at 103 VSI plant. After removing the bearing housing and shaft sleeve, EE was hitting it out with short handle anvil hammer. While tapping it out, a piece of shrapnel from the hammer struck EE, penetrating EE's glove and right index finger. This caused a laceration and fracture of EE's finger.

Employee was returning grease line after greasing equipment when the handle contacted employee's right ring finger. X-rays negative for fractures. Employee receive 4 stitches to the finger, antibiotics, and pain medication. Employee was referred to an Orthopedist. Released to restricted duty.

Employee was pulling a hose out of a cam-lock coupler. When they were pulling up on the hose they felt a pop in their back. The employee was taken to the emergency room where they were placed on restrictive duty.

Mechanic stepped down from the rubber tire dozer to ground and felt pain in right knee. Seen by occ med physician and released for full work. Two weeks later 7/17 an MRI was conducted for which a follow up occ med appt occurred 7/22, where the employee was ordered physical therapy. At no point to date has the employee missed a work shift or been restricted from full duty.

EE and a co-worker came to my office to report an injury that happened. EE stated that EE woke up this morning with back hurting, take ibuprofen 3x/day as needed. Apply ice pack 2-3x/day as instructed. EE stated EE was shoveling limestone dust off the top of Silo #4 for 1.5 to 2 hours, when EE felt a sharp pain in EE's mid back. EE said it was hard to breathe because of the pain.

Employee was showing another employee where the pullcords were on the A-2 conveyer to check if it was the reason the belt tripped. As the employee was climbing down the four rung ladder to access the area, employee stepped on some loose material at the bottom, which caused employee's foot and knee to twist slightly.

Employee fractured wrist operating cutters

Ee was dropping the 3rd belly pan on a piece of equipment in order to gain better access to inspect a leaking hose. The pan dropped onto EE's left hand. Seen at Golden Valley, diagnosed with fractures and laceration, and referred to ortho. Released to restricted duty.

Rock fell on finger

Employee reported EE was sitting in a mantrip, the train jerked forward and stopped unexpectedly causing neck pain. Employee was seen by site medic and referred to Occ Health. On 7/3/2024 EE was issued light duty restrictions.

Taking the dozer up to push cone over. Material gave way under the track tipping dozer over.

Shop employee was accidentally struck in the face with a shop hammer by another employee while trying to remove a pin from a dozer track. Employee received 3 stitches.

An employee was examining the work area at the top of the ramp when, while descending, employee stepped on a rock, causing employee to fall and injure leg.

At approximately 10AM on July 31st employee was helping change the trough assembly weighing about 30 -40 pounds that was sitting on top of the lower belt at 5 feet off the ground. During handling of the trough lost grip and the assembly impacted EE's right boot causing a laceration. Employee received five stitches and zero work restrictions.

When changing screens, employee grabbed a screen to pull it out of the bottom deck. The screen was frayed and 3 thin pieces of metal punctured through EE's gloves and into EE's fingers.

Employee was notching skirting for bolts while kneeling and cutting toward self received a laceration requiring stitches.

Employee was removing cable clips between a 40 mm and 3/4 cable the 3/4 cable was broke and was frayed {had cable wires sticking out} while removing cable clips it allowed the 3/4 cable to slide down and cut their wrist.

Employee was advancing canvas. While walking employee's left arm contacted a roof bolt plate causing a laceration resulting in four stitches.

Employee was cutting a belt that was positioned on the ground. The safety knife slipped and contacted EE's right leg causing a laceration to EE's right calf muscle, resulting in stitches. Full duty, same day.

Employee went to grind on a piece of pipe, when the cord got entangled, went across employee's hand causing a laceration requiring 9 sutures.

EE was cutting a piece of tubing on the #1 belt filter press. While cutting the tube, the blade was pinched and the tube twisted. The result was a kick back from the cutoff wheel and EE's finger was cut. EE was wearing the proper PPE, cut resistant impact gloves, face shield, etc. The blade cut through EE's glove.

Employee was cutting a rubber strip with a box cutter. Employee's hand slipped and employee sliced 2 fingers on the opposite hand.

Employee was injured when EE's right thumb was caught between two roof bolts while installing monkey faces. 6 sutures were applied to a laceration and EE was diagnosed with a fractured right thumb.

Working alone

IP was adjusting the grinder guard and while doing so, EE depressed the trigger and cut through EE's glove and into EE's finger.

No gloves and lack of communication while changing screens and clamp bar caught EE's finger and took a gash out of EE's left ring finger.

The employee was drilling a hole in the mine roof and a donut shaped rock slid down the drill steel and flew off striking the employee just above employee's top lip causing a laceration resulting in the employee getting 5 sutures.

Employee walked through material and stepped on something under the material. Their reaction led to a soft tissue strain in their back that has progressively increased in pain over time.

Employee was adjusting the primary jaw crusher. The pitman got hung on the cheek plate and did not come back with the toggle plate like it should have. The employee placed their hand on the spring bolt to observe what was catching the pitman and the toggle plate fell on the employee's right hand, causing a laceration that needed stitches.

Slipped and fell

The miner was using the hose from a water truck to spray the plant down. The left front suspension air bag of the water truck blew, causing an over exposure of noise to EE's ears. Causing ringing, headache, shooting pain in both ears.

Employee was removing a shaft bearing when EE struck EE's left little finger with a 4-pound hammer, sustaining a laceration requiring stitches.

Object in eye

Employee felt debris in EE's eyes and after an optometrist appointment, EE was prescribed an antibiotic. There was nothing embedded.

Team member was climbing off a piece of equipment maintaining three points of contact and slipped on a step straining their back. At the time EE felt a pull, but it didn't hurt. The injury progressively got worse and the team member determined EE needed to seek medical attention on August 7th.

Employee was stung by a bee on the top of the right hand. No allergies, no issues at this time.

Employee was gathering parts for a head drive. EE sat down to eat lunch and took off EE's gloves. When EE stood up and was putting on EE's gloves, EE slipped, and EE's hand hit a piece of metal used for a back board on the drive. EE received three stitches in EE's right hand.

The injured employee was changing a bag in the nuisance baghouse and when employee lifted the cage it pinched left ring finger causing a laceration to palm side of the finger. The laceration required 4 sutures. Employee was diagnosed with a laceration of the left ring finger without damage to the nail.

Was removing silt fence, after cutting fence EE went to step away, slipped in the mud and stabbed self in wrist. EE was wearing gloves, cut was just above glove.

Employee was working on carrier feed hopper guard. While another employee was using grinder to remove the guard. Employee pulled and guard popped ""snapped"" out striking employee and forehead causing skin to be open at point of impact.

Employee was cutting green dust hose for a sump using a knife. They had one hand on the hose to secure it and was cutting with the other hand. The knife accidentally slipped and struck finger causing injury.

Weather: clear, no rain. Miner was walking on the walkway between kilns 1/2 & 3/4 and was going up 3 steps and pulled self up with the handrail & felt something pull. EE didn't think anything was wrong but as EE said the pain progressed. So, EE went to the doctor and was diagnosed as a sprained tendon or tear. Has not missed any days for EE's shift.

Employee was struck on the left forearm by a falling rock (10"" long x 16"" wide x 0.25""-1"" thick) from the mine roof. The incident caused a laceration, requiring 10 sutures. The employee received a full release with no restrictions and returned to work on the next scheduled shift (7/25/2024) performing normal duties. No Days Lost

Employee was attempting to push a rock that was on the haul road. While doing so, the employee slipped and hit EE's chin on the rock.

Employee was walking when EE rolled EE's ankle. Employee was evaluated by an ortho doctor and given physical therapy

Operators machine was down. Mechanic was working on it. Operator rested right hand on stick while waiting. EE slid hand down and caught hand on a metal burr, cutting EE's palm.

Helping another crew member load props in a scoop bucket, EE threw EE's end of the prop in the bucket and it kicked back, smashing EE's ring finger between the bucket and the prop, causing EE to receive stitches.

Employee was working at the wash plant removing bolts when the wrench slipped striking employee's right eyebrow

CONTRACT EMPLOYEE WAS STEPPING OFF ROOF BOLTER, STEPPED INTO HOLE TWISTING RIGHT ANKLE CAUSING AVULSION FRACTURE TO THE RIGHT TALAS BONE.

Mechanic was using an wobble socket to take a bolt out of a CAT 777D transmission when the socket broke apart causing a avulsion on the skin on the left ring finger.

EE working on installing forms. EE went to sit down on form and form broke. Tried to catch self but cut hand on anchor while doing so. EE received stitches.

Employee was loading supplies on the roof bolter by hand when employee's right index finger was caught between the bundle of plates and the roof bolter. This resulted in a laceration that required 4 stitches in the tip of employee's right index finger.

Employee was putting a ladder in the bed of the truck, when one end of the ladder hit the toolbox causing EE's thumb to get caught between the tailgate and ladder. This caused a laceration that required 4 stitches.

EE slipped, lost footing and hit chin on the handrail of the scissor lift resulting in a small laceration. (3) sutures were required to close the wound.

Operator jarred EE's back while operating front end loader.

EE was using a utility knife to cut a piece of conveyer belt. The knife slipped and punctured a 1/4 inch cut into EE's left forearm requiring 2 stitches.

Employee was using a shovel to clear debris out from under a piece of equipment. They reported to manager that their back was hurting. After direction from the manager they came to the office and reported the injury to Human Resources, employee was encouraged to go to the walk-in clinic, they completed the accident report at the office, prior to going to the walk-in clinic.

EE was returning to the Wash Plant from the Press Plant. Exiting the building, EE slipped in mud created by rain. EE informed management 2 days later. EE went to the Dr. and received a shot of Cortisone and returned to work. There were no lost days of work resulting from this incident. EE has a prior history of back problems unrelated to EE's employment here.

Employee had a hand on the canopy of the shuttle car and the other hand holding a roof bolt plate while talking to the operator of the shuttle car. The operator started to pull away and employee allegedly felt a ""shock"". Employee continued to work for approximately 30 minutes after the incident at which time they started experiencing shortness of breath and sweating.

EE seen water coming out of sandscrew and pointed at it and was unaware there was a hole in sandscrew and it cut the tip of right index finger almost off. Was taken to hospital and was stitched up and returned back to work.

Employee was closing a shale gate. The gate did not fully close and EE used the handle lever (detachable square tubing) to strike against the gate. In doing so, EE hit EE's hand on the gate fracturing the tip of EE's left ring finger. Also lacerated the finger the required stitches.

Employee was performing maintenance on a shuttle car, when a piece of draw rock 11 inches long, 6 inches wide and up to 3/4 inch thick fell and struck EE's left hand causing a laceration. Gloves were worn at time of incident.

Employee was replacing a body valve on the 966H and felt a strain on left shoulder that radiated pain. Employee did not think much of it and kept working. At the time of the incident, a co-worker was also there and knew how heavy the equipment parts were as well as the difficulty they were having in lifting the parts on to the equipment.

Employee was struck in the head by their dry basket after changing clothes at the end of their shift.

Employee was changing starter on skid steer and had another skid steer they were using the bucket of it to keep tools in. Employee went to change position and slipped and fell back in bucket of skid steer hitting left arm/elbow causing puncture wound/laceration requiring sutures.

Foreman was hosting a JHA meeting. When done, EE walked around the side of the truck and walked too close to the gang box, resulting in a cut on the cheek.

Employee was drilling a hole in flashing on crusher and the drill slipped and drilled/cut into left hand between first and second finger in palm.

Mechanic was removing ripper tooth from dozer with soft-faced hammer when a metal shard broke off and went through glove between right index & middle finger. 07/29/24 - Emp. developed infection in wound; medically treated and given antibiotic with return to full duty status.

IE was raking scale from kiln #4 when EE felt a sharp pain in right elbow. When IE returned to control room, IE noticed numbness in right hand. IE was diagnosed with strained right elbow. IE was prescribed PT on 8/9/2024.

conveyer belt had stopped on plant employee stopped and got out of loader to check belt. Rock fell off and hit employee in the face.

Employee was performing fire watch when employee received welding flash to eyes.

Employee was going to reset the packer, when a bag below the area EE was working broke open and dust became airborne. The employee got dust under their safety glasses and in their eye. The employee notified their supervisor the next day and sought medical treatment. Employee was diagnosed with a corneal abrasion.

Employee was using boom cable from the service truck, attempting to pull a dent from an inspection plate around the engine compartment of the D9T dozer. The hook slipped off with extreme force hitting the employee in the face. Mainly the forehead and nose.

Employee was trimming a conveyor belt while doing a Flexco Super Screw splice with a utility knife when it slipped cutting EE's left ring finger. The cut required 2 stitches.

Miner was attempting to relocate a 4"" pump discharge line when EE injured their lower back. Later determined to be a muscle strain.

EE was at the Power Center and heard the breaker knock on the right-side roof bolter. EE stated that they went to check the cable. EE states that they saw a piece of draw rock on the cable. EE states that they bent over to remove the rock off of the cable when another piece of draw rock fell striking them on the back of the right hand causing a fracture to one of their fingers.

Employee was shoveling rock from the walkway and twisted EE's back

While setting bits on the miner, hitting a bit with a hammer a piece of metal 1/4inch long from the hammer imbedded in EE's right forearm causing infection.

I.E. stated they were filling dust tank with hose hooked from surface, I.E. stated the bull hose came loose hitting them in the mouth. I.E. went to the Hospital and received stitches on their lip and lost 3 teeth.

Employee got cement dust in their eye causing small abrasion.

The employee was loading pin plates onto the bolter. Employee swung around to place some more plates on the bolter and hit right elbow on the plates causing a laceration receiving eight sutures.

Walking down wet metal stairs and slipped causing right knee pain.

EE was removing a metal panel from the side of a machine for maintenance. EE had EE's hand on the bottom of the panel when EE removed the top bolt. The panel slipped, pinching EE's fingers between the panel and the table.

Lifting and moving 50lb. bags and twisted wrong causing a sprain to lt. knee

Employee was jack hammering a plugged surge bin when they felt a piece of hot material hit their eye. The employee contacted their supervisor and EMS was called to the scene.

EE was cleaning mill building, after a few hours employee went to cool off and take a break, after removing goggles something went into left eye.

The employee was mowing weeds with a Tractor and EE stepped out to use the restroom and bumped EE's knee on the step of the tractor causing a laceration in which EE had to go have stitches.

While working under an excavator, dirt fell on EE's head and rolled behind the safety glasses. After cleaning and rinsing eyes, EE resumed work. A day later, EE's right eye still felt irritated.

Employee was assisting another employee align a medal pin to be inserted in the stick boom of the rock crusher. When the pin was struck with a sledgehammer, dust entered the employee's eyes that was helping with the alignment.

Employee was working on troubleshooting and replacing damaged bags on a dust collector. As EE was walking around the dust collector, EE struck an air receiver with left shin causing a gash that required stitches to close.

EE was bitten by a black widow spider on the right calf while picking up and transferring a fire extinguisher.

EE fell and landed on their right wrist while trying to avoid a light fleet vehicle that was backing up to retrieve tow slings. EE received a splint during the ER visit.

Coming down ladder on 972M wheel loader and missed bottom step and right knee twisted and didn't start to hurt till that afternoon. Technician was not using three points of contact.

The IP was removing rock at the face with a hand tool, to drill a lifter when loose rock fell from the face striking them between the shoulder blades. They walked to the LV, went to the onsite clinic and was sent to town for further diagnostics.

Employee was hosing slope and coal was building up around a piece of guarding. EE adjusted the guarding in order to hose around it and it hit the belt and it accidentally sprung back and hit EE's finger causing injury.

Employee reports they were using a scaling bar to clear debris from the surface crusher when they pinched their thumb between the handrail and scaling bar. The contact resulted in a fracture to their right thumb.

Employee picked up a flex hose to move it. During the movement something flew into EE' eyes. Later during the shift EE' eyes became itchy and irritated. The employee was wearing safety glasses at the time of the incident. The employee was taken to the Emergency Room where EE was treated for a bilateral abrasion of the cornea. EE was given an antibiotic to treat the scratches.

Employee was using a utility knife to cut a belt to make a skirt. Was holding the straight edge that EE was cutting against with EE's hand. Knife came out of the belting material and punctured EE's right-hand wrist. Direction of cutting was towards EE.

IE was loading pinner when a roof bolt plate slipped in IE's arms and Kevlar sleeve rolled up and the plate cut IE on left forearm. Unit 3 room #4, 1+80.

While working on a conveyor chain under a shuttle car, when getting up off the ground, hard hat fell off and they tried to catch it, causing them to lose balance and fall head first into the shuttle car, causing a laceration which required staples.

While rib bolting in 1N TG section, employee swung the bolter towards the rib. The bolt wrench was still in the chuck. It hit a bundle of plates and knocked them off the miner. The bundle hit them in the right forearm resulting in 6 stitches.

Employee shift started at 4PM on July 10, 2024. Incident happened July 11, 2024 at 1:25 am. Employee fell on right knee, causing a laceration, while inspecting screens and wash deck. Employee received sutures and was released to full duty.

Employee was bolting on the belt line at the 11 West Longwall Booster when a drill steel became stuck in the top. When it came free, it struck EE on EE's left arm. EE received 7 sutures. Compliance with rules/regs, PPE, mining equip/systems not a factor. Miner proficiency may be a factor.

Employee was cutting airline when lost control of the airline and caused the knife employee was using to contact left index finger. This resulted in a laceration that required three sutures. It did not involve any equipment or compliance issues. It also did not involve job skills, proficiency, training, PPE or protective devices.

Employee was washing their glassware from lunch when it contacted the counter, shattering the dish, causing lacerations to both hands. One of which required a single stitch.

I.E. stated they were cutting top LW chain on the LW head drive after the chain had broken, all chain tensioners were released, and slack was in chain. When I.E. cut a piece of chain that was on the head drive the piece had stored energy and hit I.E. on their right forearm. I.E. went to the hospital and received 4 stitches.

Employee was helping a customer hook up a water hose on the water truck and their shoulder began hurting. Employee did first aid. Employee was then seen at a clinic. F/U to clinic employee was given orders to start physical therapy on 7/30/24.

Improper Hand Placement - Pinched tip of finger between suspended liner piece and liner cart. 4 stitches on finger. Returned to work immediately.

A welder was grinding in the welding shop. They felt something fall into their eye. Was taken to the clinic, where a piece of metal was removed from their eye. Welder was given prescription eye drops, making this reportable. Welder was wearing safety glasses and a face shield at the time of the incident.

EE was climbing down a 5-foot ladder to gain access to a guard. Their right foot slipped off the second rung from the top, causing EE to fall and slip off the ladder, landing on the right ankle. This caused a smell fracture to their heel.

Chipping concrete and a piece of concrete dropped and rolled towards employee cutting EE's leg.

EE was installing a troughing Roller on Cone feed 1 belt and when EE was pushing new roller set into position troughing roller flipped up pinching EE's hand between the frame and the roller causing a laceration to EE's thumb

Employee fell while dismounting end dump and struck head on ground resulting in brief loss of consciousness.

WHILE EMPLOYEE WAS ASSISTING IN CLOSING THE SCREEN CHUTE GATE, EE PLACED RIGHT THUMB IN A PINCH POINT AND INJURED THE RIGHT THUMB. 3 STITCHES TO THE NAIL BED OF RIGHT THUMB.

While working on conveyor belt maintenance, IP was using a clamp that slipped off and cut EE's right thumb resulting in two stitches.

While striking a track pin with a 10lb sledge hammer, a fragment of the pin broke off becoming a projectile and lodging in left leg just above the work boot. Employee was taken to emergency room to have metal chip removed.

Employee's radio fell off EE's belt but the mic was still attached to EE's collar. the cord pulled the stretched and retracted the radio. the radio flew back and broke the employee's tooth.

Hand slipped while operating magnetic drill. Laceration to hand requiring stitches.

EE was retorquing lug nuts. EE was moving the gun to the next lug nut and struck their thumb on the edge of the wheel. Seen at ER, laceration was closed with sutures, and released to full duty.

During the demolition and removal of 30"" HDPE piping, IE utilized a Sawzall hand tool to cut piping. The Sawzall blade broke and became lodged in the pipe. IE was not aware that the broken blade was protruding from the pipe and rose from EE's position. As EE rose, EE's thigh above EE's left knee came into contact with the broken blade, causing a laceration.

Technician was using a 6"" grinder to blend a weld. Grinder kicked back and the grinder wheel came into contact with the back of their left hand between index and middle finger knuckle.

While preparing a cathode sample for analysis using the lathe when a piece of copper flew off and cut the technicians lip. Tech was taken to the hospital and received one suture to close the cut up.

Employee was assisting mechanic close a door on the roller mill when EE's finger was pinched in the door causing a laceration requiring 6 sutures.

While attempting to fix the sand shuttle tail pulley, the employee tried to start the welder and it would not start. Employee got their jump pack to start the welder. The battery is located under the fan on the welder. Employee started the welder but when taking the jumper cables off they got their hand up in the fan of the welder. Employee got their fingers cut by fan.

Employee was pulling a yield prop across the belt when it dropped of the belt and onto the belt framing causing a laceration to EE's left middle finger requiring sutures.

The injured employee was adjusting the belt scraper on C-6 conveyor. The belt was still in motion as EE attempted to adjust the scraper and this caused the spud wrench to forcefully be spun back causing it to contact EE's finger against a rail. The employee was taken to the ER and given stitches and a splint.

When closing a gangway at hydrate loadout, hand got caught between the handrail and gangway.

Ee was working on machinery in the SXEW plant. Ee reports a foreign object getting behind ee's safety glasses into right eye. Seen at clinic, diagnosed with right eye burn. Given erythromycin drops and released with restrictions for one shift to work indoors. Seen on 7/5, released to full duty.

miner was changing screens and door closed on EE's thumb. Soft tissue damage to thumb

Employee was working to repair an emergency lowering and jammed EE's finger while removing the guard. EE reported but declined medical attention. Employee reported swelling and discomfort 8 days later and was taken for medical evaluation. Diagnosed with a sprain/contusion and a splint was put on the finger. **Did not become reportable until 7/9/2024**

EE was rolling fuel hose back into hose reel when end kicked up and hit EE in the mouth resulting in chipped tooth. Treatment sought on 8/6/24. Confirmed type of treatment that was provided with dentist on 8/21.

Miner was using a shovel to remove material from the tunnel at SP6. While removing material the miner's shovel slipped from miner's grip and went to push forward and had left thumb extend back.

EE was hosing out bottom pan of sand screen using fire hose standing on A frame ladder. ladder came out from under them causing them to fall and strike left shin on ladder. left shin received stitches

Loading a shot, became dehydrated

Employee working in extremely hot weather outside. EE noticed symptoms of heat stress, so EE was taken to the hospital Emergency Room, where EE was given two liters of IV fluid to rehydrate EE and then they released EE.

Employee was adjusting the trunnion bearings of the dryer drum. Employee in 102° weather started to feel hot/ill, notified supervisor. EE was then taken to a break room. First aid administered. Symptoms worsened, decided to take employee to the hospital. When employee was stood up, EE lost consciousness but regained it a moment later. Taken by ambulance for medical treatment.

On a hot, humid day, an employee passed out due to heat exhaustion. Fell forward and cut a finger on the platform's deck requiring stitches.

Standard Threshold Shift

Standard Threshold Shift

The mine received a self-Insured Employee decision on 07/24/2024 from the medical reported dated 06/26/2024. The report identifies a 11.63% permanent partial disability from noise-induced hearing loss. Employee is currently retired.

Employee went for annual hearing test, showed hearing loss, was re-tested and continued to show a hearing loss

Employee has numbness in right hand and was diagnosed with carpal tunnel. They had surgery on 7/15/24 on their right hand.

HT229 Operator experienced allergic reaction to hand sanitizer (itchiness and difficulty breathing). NOTE: Shift started at 6:30 PM on 7/12/2024.

EE reported right knee pain on 7/12/24. Due to excessive crawling. Worked full time until 8/12/24. Is when EE had surgery done on right knee.

Employee was diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis on 7/11/24 we were made aware of EE's condition recently