Mining Incidents

Mining Incidents in April 2025

All MSHA-reportable mining accidents in April 2025, sorted by severity. Fatalities appear first.

Fatalities
0
Total incidents
447
Period
April 2025

Top operators this month

  1. 01Marshall County Coal Resources, Inc.19 incidents
  2. 02Freeport-McMoRan Morenci Inc.14 incidents
  3. 03Nevada Gold Mines LLC10 incidents
  4. 04Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC8 incidents
  5. 05Freeport-McMoRan Sierrita Ops.7 incidents

All incidents

Accident type, without injuries

Unplanned roof fall occurred on the travelway of M4 xc 38. the fall was approximately 60 foot long and 20 foot wide and approximately 10 foot thick.

Accident type, without injuries

Motor grader fire. Unknown cause. Operator exited equipment and issued a Mayday. Local fire department and FMI water trucks responded.

Accident type, without injuries

The 5 hoist mantrip had an unknown electrical issue which deemed it inoperable all miners were evacuated.

Accident type, without injuries

The hoist tripped due to the gap on the right brake stand-2 upper caliper was detected on the hoist control system to be outside of tolerance at 2mm. The gap was checked and adjusted to 0mm at which time the hoist was reset and back operational. The Silver Shaft Hoist (primary) and 2 Shaft hoist (secondary) were operational throughout.

Accident type, without injuries

The mine experienced a roof fall in the #4 entry on the headgate 2 right section at #4 crosscut (outby) The dimensions of the fall were 18ft X 18ft in the intersection. This fall was found by an examiner and no injuries occurred from this incident.

Accident type, without injuries

The hoist operator reported a chute issue. Production supervisor was notified at 9:18AM that maintenance was going to check the chute. The time reached the 30 minute mark at 9:48AM and an evacuation order was given. MSHA hotline was then notified at 9:56AM. Excess material was not allowing the chute to close causing a fault to the PLC. No miners were injured.

Accident type, without injuries

While performing maintenance work, an employee was welding a patch on the tub of the shaker when they noticed a fire coming from below the shaker. Sparks from the welding, ignited the conveyor belt.

Accident type, without injuries

The 3rd shift relief hoist man was performing a pre-shift inspection on the #2 emergency hoist. The hoist did not pass inspection on the caliper test for the braking system. Mine maintenance was notified and upon investigation it was determined that the brake chamber was faulty. 19

Accident type, without injuries

Air compressor was down on the P3 shaft. This was not an accident. A 7000-1 form is being filled out to terminate citation 9760488.

Accident type, without injuries

A fall of ground in the 56E 16,300 A3 stope was found by a miner. The miner called to report the fall to dispatch and the event was verified by management at 9:45 pm and called into MSHA. The area was immediately guarded and barricaded to prevent entry.

Accident type, without injuries

The elevator at Patterson Creek portal was out of service due to the a set of the rope gripper pads becoming damaged. The pads where replaced. The VFD also faulted during this time period, requiring it to be replaced and reprogrammed. Once work completed the elevator returned to normal service.

Accident type, without injuries

Mid American Electrical insulator failed causing an arc flash, power wire fell to the ground. No damage/injury to the mine site or employees.

Accident type, without injuries

Unplanned roof fall discovered reportable at 5:21 am 36 1/2 block 4 main line belt. Fall separation seemed to occur along the lines of a clay inclusion in an oily shale stratification layer. No problems with equipment or compliance issues, training or PPE.

Accident type, without injuries

A Crusher employee became entrapped in the Step 3 Fines Crusher elevator between the first and second floors. Our safety department became aware of the issue at 12:05 AM. The employee was originally trapped sometime after 11:30 PM on Saturday, April 19th. The employee was able to leave the elevator unharmed after the fire department responded and mechanically opened the doors

Accident type, without injuries

PCS received a displaced rupture disk alarm in Forney indicating an explosion in the Coal Mill 1 system. The investigative process is continuing at this time to identify the root cause. All CM1 Recovery Phase work will be performed safely and methodically.

Accident type, without injuries

A non injury roof fall was found during the weekly airway run. It was on the NW parallel, panel P5 in the #4 entry. This was a continuation of an existing fall.

Accident type, without injuries

Roof Fall - Occurred on the East Panel Track (East Main #4 entry) at x-cut 77, the old E6 track/belt overcast. The roof fall area measured approx. 15' long x 15' wide and fell above the anchorage bolt.

Accident type, without injuries

Major wind storm in area caused a temporary power interruption while the Sugar Run Elevator was in motion causing an unintended motion fault which engaged the rope grippers and drum brakes, entrapping a miner until the faults could be reset. No problems with equipment or compliance issues, training or PPE.

Accident type, without injuries

2 employees were ascending in a man-lift bucket to change rollers on the slope belt. The operator had to tram forward to clear a catwalk, and one wheel of the man-lift sunk in soft material, which caused the lift to tilt. The lift shut off automatically, and the employees were stuck until lowered by the FD.

Accident type, without injuries

The 167 KVA 7200V-480/240V transformer failed due to age. The transformer had been in service for over 30 years and there was no evidence of a fault external to the transformer itself. The fire was contained within the transformer containment. EMS was notified but had to wait until the power company could turn off power to extinguish the fire, causing it to go over 30 minutes.

Accident type, without injuries

A roof fall occurred at a brow in L13/C74 intersection.

Accident type, without injuries

The top Sheave cluster bearing went down. a loud pop was heard, and hoist was stopped. upon investigation it was determined the bearing was down. hoist was taken out of service and all employees evacuated.

Accident type, without injuries

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 4/16/2025 at approximately 10:30 am on the 1 section, which is currently retreat mining in front of an MRS in the No. 3 Entry at 16 crosscut on the 2 left panel. The fall was approximately 8' x 8' x 3' thick.

Accident type, without injuries

At approximately 10:55AM two employees reported to their immediate supervisor that they were stuck in the K3 elevator between the 5th & 6th floors. Executive Elevator was notified at 11:08AM and arrived onsite at 1:00PM. MSHA notified at 11:25AM (ref # 04688756). At approx. 1:28PM employees were released from the K3 elevator. MSHA was contacted again at 1:30PM (ref # 04689063).

Accident type, without injuries

A non-injury roof fall was discovered during the weekly examination on the # 2 Section near spad no. 581. Fall measured approximately 60 feet long x 20 feet wide x 14 feet high. Fall has been timbered off and danger signs posted on all approaches. This mine is in non-producing status.

Accident type, without injuries

Lost incoming power to the mine site for a short period of time due to a weather event which caused the hoists to trip. The hoists and compressors needed to be reset and started back up. Hoists were back operational by 7:04 PM.

Accident type, without injuries

A miner traveled into the 56E 16,000 A2 lower stope to gather supplies. Miner observed the FOG and reported it to the night shift GF. The area was barricaded to prevent entry.

Accident type, without injuries

While Kinross employees were traveling from Tok to the Manh Choh mine site, the crew van in use lost oil pressure and was turned off. A fire was identified in the engine compartment. All employees exited the vehicle without injury and tried to extinguish the fire with two handheld 5# fire extinguishers but were not successful.

Accident type, without injuries

A FOG occurred in the 72 740 +280 west panel heading. The miner was remote mucking at the time when the back fell in. There was no injury.

Accident type, without injuries

Fire at salvage yard, cardboard bailer/materials area - cause of fire still being investigated

Accident type, without injuries

A train car wheel sparked on the tracks while leaving the site, starting a brush fire on the mine property.

Accident type, without injuries

The electronic tracking system became inoperative at approximately 4:00 a.m. Manual tracking procedures are in place, and troubleshooting efforts are underway to resolve the issue.

Accident type, without injuries

a non injury roof fall had at cross cut 24 in entry 3 on the third primary mains.

Accident type, without injuries

The 1st shift hoistman had an issue with the hoist the afternoon of 4/8. Upon investigation it appeared that there was possibly something wrong with one of the brake valves. After troubleshooting, it was noticed that the brake arm linear position transducer was damaged. The team is currently investigating alternative means of control until a new transducer can be acquired.

Accident type, without injuries

Rockfall/adverse roof conditions due to abutment pressures at crosscut #31, #3 entry, blocking access off of the longwall tailgate.

Accident type, without injuries

Miner was mucking into a muck bay with a 2-Yard LHD. They had a full bucket and when attempting to dump it they got on uneven ground and as they raised the bucket the loader tipped over onto the right side. After it tipped, oil and fuel began to leak onto hot components of the exhaust and possibly the turbo which caused the fluids to ignite, resulting in the loader catching fire.

Accident type, without injuries

At 11:20pm a call was made outside saying a roof fall was discovered on East A belt. At 11:22pm MSHA was notified. Upon investigation of the roof fall it was determined that the fall did not meet the criteria for reportable accident. Roof stone had fallen out from around the roof bolts. The area was approximately 14 feet long x 8 feet wide x 3.5 feet high.

Accident type, without injuries

An unplanned roof fall occurred at this mine and was found by the owl shift on their way outside to the surface. The fall occurred on #1 Belt at 25 break and extended toward the intake stopping line at SS#: 1390. There were no injuries due to this accident.

Accident type, without injuries

Koepe lower cage position switch and cable shorted causing the Koepe to be inoperable.

Accident type, without injuries

Management was made aware at 5:00 am that the vertical hoist was being taken out of service. MSHA was notified at 5:03 am. It was determined a bolt had come out of the linkage with the bottom landing door. Repairs were made and put back in service at 10:00 am.

Accident type, without injuries

Contractors were in the clinker passenger elevator, the car stopped abruptly halfway down, entrapping them. They contacted their manager at 11:37 to alert them that they were stuck. At 12:07, the Safety Manager called MSHA to report an entrapment. Plant electricians were called to reset the car, they were successful and were able to get them to the ground and extracted safely.

Accident type, without injuries

A roof fall that was not previously considered reportable under the criteria is now being reported due to MMU equipment being installed in the area. At Spad # 30889 an unintentional roof fall occurred above the anchorage zone. The fall measures 20'x20', x 7-9' high.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

While shoveling on the slope belt, EE saw a rock bounce off the top belt and land on the belt rail. EE tried to pick it up, but it was heavier than EE thought. The rock fell towards the bottom belt and smashed EE's left ring finger and pinky finger on the top roller frame.

Struck by falling object

planning and communication issues contributed to the injury.

Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

Injured EE(1) instructed EE(2)(Tower Operator) to bump the conveyor on to dislodge a rock. EE(1) had gone back to the tail-pulley and after the ""bump"" saw a rock and reached in to remove it, at that moment EE(2) ""bumped"" the conveyor again, pinching EE(1)'s left index finger in the pulley.

Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was working on the jaw and the cone crusher

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

While moving/stacking a piece of rock, the tip of EE's little finger was pinched/smashed. Resulting in the skin, nailbed and underlying tissue to be removed. EE was taken to hospital, referred Orthopedics. 4/10/25. Remission amputation performed on the tip of little finger.

Contact with hot objects or substances

Employee was in the process of removing a broken conveyor shaft from the miner when their right gloved hand and right arm came in contact with the hot oil from the conveyor motor causing burns to both their hand and arm.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

On 4/30/25 employee was lowering a cribbing block and felt pop in arm resulting in torn bicep tendon. On 5/7/25 an outpatient procedure was done, and employee was taken off work. First shift missed was 5/9/25.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Roof Bolting, EE was bending bolt to get it in roof. While pulling back on the bolt, they felt a pop in their right wrist. EE did not want to see a doctor and continued to work. Six days later - went to doctor. Diagnosed with Wrist Tenosynovitis and was released to return to work. After working 2 more days, EE went back to doctor (5/8/2025). EE is off work waiting for an MRI test.

Fall from machine

EE was getting off a dump truck. As they stepped back, they slipped on mud from the top step. As they landed, they rolled their left ankle. EE sustained a sprain to an ankle. EE was issued restrictions.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was out of the loader manually moving the face drill cable out of their way so that they could clean up. While they were working the cable out of the way they felt a strain in their abdomen that did not ease up throughout the day. They came out and reported the incident around their quitting time.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was working along the belt line when they went to pick up a 3/4"" hose line, they felt pop in their abdomen. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

While pulling down curtain employee felt pop in upper right arm/shoulder.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

While stacking a box of miner bits on supply tractor, employee felt a pop in upper arm by right shoulder.

Struck against a moving object

Employee was operating loader and skidsteer and felt pain in their back. Later was diagnosed with a shoulder strain/tendonitis.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Removing hydraulic block to prep the excavator for welding. The hoses were tangled, and during an attempt to untangle, hand got pinched between the main frame and the block. Open comminuted fracture of proximal phalanx of finger.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

While removing the axle shaft from the right final for the final PCR, the shaft was stock. The technician started to move the shaft to release it. The shaft shot backwards, pinning the technician's right hand against the forklift and mast. The technician sustained a fracture to the hand. Employee was issued restrictions.

Struck by rolling or sliding object

While using 1 Ton Chain Hoists (both inby and outby) to position a 22'x 63' Spiral Roller with an 83' shaft into place down an 11-degree grade with a narrow walkway, when the outby chain hoist came loose causing the tail roller to move forward 3-4 feet striking an employee on the right ankle. Causing a Fracture.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was removing old bits from the Trencor Surface Miner with a large chisel. While the employee was hitting the chisel with a hammer, the chisel became dislodged from the holder striking the employee in the nose.

Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

On 4/28/25, an employee felt a pop in EE's upper back while using a sledgehammer in the gyratory crusher. Did not seek medical treatment until 4/30/2025.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

IE was walking down Longwall face and tripped over relay bar landing on their hand and causing Carpel Tunnel in their wrist. IE continued worked through the carpel tunnel until June 27th, 2025, when surgery was required to fix the issue.

Struck against stationary object

While pulling fuel buffalo with 24 ton diesel motor through 118 1/4 block 9 south haulage they heard a noise like the buffalo went off track. Without stopping they turned back to look at the buffalo and struck their hard hat off a roof strap, resulting in an injury/aggravation to cervical spine. No problems with equipment or compliance issues, training or PPE

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

While dragging a piece of line curtain, employee twisted right knee and felt something pop. Employee was seen at OA and was diagnosed with a torn meniscus. They continued working for several weeks with no restrictions. However, it was later determined that surgery would be required to repair the knee. They began missing work on 7/7/25.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Walking and slipped in grinding aide liquid, hurt left ankle, 3 broken bones, immediate surgery

Fall to the walkway or working surface

Empty pallet on the floor of walkway in between two pallet racks that caused EE to trip and fall to ground breaking EE's wrist in two places. Low visibility in this area of warehouse.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

EE was removing wheel chock from fender holder and felt pain in right arm.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was attaching a hose to a portable water pump used for drainage. They pinched right pinky with the hoses attachment cam-lock while locking in the hose. Bruising only.

Contact with hot objects or substances

Employee was trouble shooting a plugged line. When the washout came free it sprayed hot liquid onto the employee resulting in 1st and 2nd degree burns on their forearm, neck and upper chest.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

While installing roof bolts the employee reached back to get a bolt out of EE's tray and tripped and fell catching self with EE's left hand and fractured EE's wrist.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was changing out old bretby when EE strained EE's back. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Struck by falling object

An employee sustained a toe fracture while working underground during diamond core drilling operations. The helper was in the process of lifting a core barrel into the drill head vertically when core barrel fell onto EE's foot.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

I.E. was trying to push a rock clear of a chute in the prep plant when EE suddenly felt pain in EE's lower back

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was unloading belt structure from a sled when they injured their thumb. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Fall from ladders

Employee was checking motor on piece of equipment when the ladder they were standing on kicked out from underneath when they were climbing down ladder. Employee stopped themselves from falling by reaching with right arm.

Struck by flying object

EE was removing a valve stem cover plate. After removing the first 4 bolts, they proceeded to remove 2 more. As EE was removing the second, the knife valve split apart, causing slurry to shoot out the side. Slurry came into contact with the EE. EE sustained abrasions and multiple contusions. EE was issued restrictions.

Struck against a moving object

Employee was riding in mantrip when it came off track, they hit their head and hurt tailbone. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Struck by falling object

A mechanic was removing an old G.E.T tooth from a 993 bucket using a wedge tool. Mechanic hit the wedge with a hammer, causing the tooth to fall landing on their right foot behind the steel toe of their boot.

Struck against a moving object

Employee was driving mantrip when it came off track injuring their back and ankle. PPE was not a factor mining system was not a factor.

Fall from machine

Employee fell from D 10 dozer after losing balance

Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was reaching for bolt off the side of the miner when they felt pop in back and shoulder. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor, body positioning was a factor.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

At approximately 8:00AM employee noticed a piece of metal railing had fallen over at the main plant screen deck. At this time employee shut down plant and proceeded to the screen deck walkway to move the fallen railing. When employee went to lift the fallen section they felt a pop and pain in their right bicep. Metal railing section weighed approximately 50 pounds.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was Pulling drip line on pad 4 rehandle. Coupler gave out causing employee to fall backwards. During fall employee twisted left knee and was not able to put full weight on that leg after fall.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

While picking up a trailer hitch to install on a tractor the employee strained their lower back. Started missing work on 04/29/2025.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

Weather during the day created slick conditions around the plant. EE was walking from the parking area over to the plant when EE slipped and fell. EE was diagnosed with a lateral knee strain.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was walking around equipment steam cleaning, stepped into a low place and twisted EE's ankle. Had x-ray and told to take off work for a sprain ankle.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was attempting to put auger steel into chuck when EE slipped and injured EE's hand on the auger steels. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Operator went to fuel island and the pump 2 hose had been rolled back up. In the process of pulling hose back to the east side of fuel island, operator went to get more hose out of reel and in doing so strained their back as they were turning their body. First missed shift was 04/25/2025.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was in the surface fabrication shop. EE was holding a ¾"" pipe as a punch, to push a keeper pin into place. Another EE used a pipe, as a hammer, to hit the pipe EE was holding. When the pipes made contact, the pipe being swung ricocheted and struck the small finger of the EE's left hand. This caused a laceration that required stitches, and a fracture to the finger.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

IE was removing a hood on a mantrip when they strained their lower back.

Fall from machine

Employee was standing on rear step of 980H endloader doing electrical work when step broke causing EE to fall injuring EE's left leg.

Fall from ladders

While operating a scoop, the employee went through a curtain, tearing it down along the way. EE returned to re-hang the curtain that was torn down. Employee stepped up the ladder to finish hanging the curtain, mis stepped and fell backwards to the ground. As employee landed on the ground, EE snapped EE's neck and began to feel pain down EE's spine and right leg.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee alleges as EE was climbing up a haul truck ladder EE's foot became stuck in the light hole and caused to lose balance, straining EE's shoulder.

Struck by falling object

Employee was operating a roof bolter on #3 unit, while on EE's knees with EE's lower leg behind EE a piece of slate struck EE's left foot twisting it causing a sprain/strain. The employee finished EE's shift but was taken off work for EE's sprain the next day.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Against SOP employee carried metal up the belt manlift and was caught in a pinch point resulting in a fracture of their middle toe on their right foot.

Struck against a moving object

Employee began to feel back pain while driving a haul truck. IE was taken to ER for evaluation and did not return to the next shift.

Rubbed or abraded

Metal plate had a burr causing a laceration to EE right hand.

Struck against stationary object

EE WAS CARRYING TWO 5 GALLON WATER JUGS OUT OF THE OLD OFFICE. EE HAD THE JUGS IN BOTH HANDS. EE HIT THE DOOR ""PUSH BAR"" WITH EE'S RIGHT ARM / SHOULDER TO OPEN THE DOOR. THE DOOR WAS LOCKED AND EE HIT EE'S SHOULDER INTO THE DOOR. SHOULDER WAS HURTING A BIT BUT DIDN'T THINK IT WAS A BIG DEAL. WENT TO DR ON 05-19-2025 AND HAS NOT RETURNED TO WORK.

Struck by flying object

Employee was helping remove a flight from a miner chain. Employee was over the chain. Another employee was using a hammer to drive the pin out. A piece of metal broke off the pin, went under the safety glasses and embedded in the Employee's eye.

Struck by falling object

EE dropped a bearing carrier on EE's right foot, causing a fracture to the top of EE's foot.

Struck by falling object

Employee was miner bolting when a piece of slate fell and hit EE on top of EE's head. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

The injured employee was attempting to blow argon through the VOCL3 transfer line to clean out the system's transfer pump. When they charged the line with argon, it ruptured the filter housing, spraying hot VOCL3 over the lower half of their body, burning their left ankle.

Struck against a moving object

Operator of drill 557 was leaving tie down attempting to go down ramp to Castle dome pit, during that walk Haul truck 531 was attempting to pass drill, When haul truck attempted to pass it struck rear of drill mast causing damage to both and injuring the drill operator. First missed shift was 05/30/2025.

Fall from machine

IE was working on a conveyor belt, lost EE's footing, and fell. The IE felt pain in EE's back and was taken off work for the pain in EE's back

Struck against a moving object

Injured employee was a passenger in a diesel powered mantrip being operated on the mine bottom when the mantrip struck a supply car resulting in a simple fracture to a transverse process bone in their lower back area.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

The injured was helping to adjusting the forks on a mini-trac when the tip of their left index finger was caught between the forks & mast.

Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee wash unplugging a caustic line and got liquid on their pants causing a caustic burn. Employee went for a follow up appointment on 04/26/2025 and was put off work for one day.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was center bolting when EE was adding a steel, the steel in the roof slipped out of EE's hand and pinched EE's finger holding the pusher. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee cut finger between door and door jam - did not become reportable until 4/24/2025

Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

On 4/18/25 employee was walking and as they took a step their knee buckled. The employee didn't feel any sort of pop or discomfort at that time. On 4/19/25 the employee went to a physician due to their knee being sore and stiff. X-ray was negative and the employee has been referred to an orthopedic physician for further evaluation. Appointment for ortho is pending.

Struck by falling object

Employee was assisting with installing a bull hose on a 8"" Aqua pipe for electric pump on NE-9, when employee lost balance and fell into the water and the 8"" Aqua pipe fell on their left foot/ankle causing it to become caught between the mine floor and pipe, resulting in a sprain to their left foot/ankle.

Fall onto or against objects

3rd shift loadout operator struck right shin on gate while exiting the top of a hopper car from the ramp. Operator slipped on the ramp causing the fall. Right shin contusion diagnosis on 4/18/25.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was working along the track, while doing so EE tripped and pulled muscle in leg. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Fall onto or against objects

Employee was cleaning out stone crusher before we started the plant. Employee was scraping compacted sand from the walls inside machine. They lost footing and their leg slipped between two metal pipes on the machine. Leg was bruised on either side where it was wedged against the metal. Sent them for x-ray to be safe, no damage found, leg was sore for a few days.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was kneeled down and when EE went to stand up felt a pop in EE's knee.

Struck by falling object

IE was building a brattice when it fell. When it fell it knocked them into a pallet of block that was on the group causing an arm injury.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was pulling auger steel out of roof when EE felt pain in EE's lower back. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

The employee was in the bolter station when the miner advanced a piece of rock that got caught between the back support and the rib, causing the jack to yield due to the bolter back stop not fully extended, causing the employee to sprain their left ankle. The employee was taken off work on 4/30/2025. This is being reported as an LTA.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Walking up a ramp to loader. Their right foot slipped, they tried to recover using left foot, and left knee bent backwards. The doctors believe they sprained their MCL on left knee. MRI is scheduled for 04/24/2025 and they have a follow up appointment on 04/30/2025 to review the results of the MRI.

Struck against a moving object

Employee was tramming coal loader and hit a dip in the road. Employee felt pain in lower back for approx 5 mins. Employee woke up the next day with pain in lower back and hamstrings.

Struck against a moving object

Rock truck driver was hauling rock from pit to dump went down in dip. Employee said truck hit dip hard causing their lower back to hurt and left leg to go numb.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While walking towards the wrapping station, the employee unexpectedly twisted EE's ankle.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was lifting straps off the miner with gloves on when a strap cut EE's finger. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

lifting a beam for an overcast

Struck by falling object

Injured employee and co-worker were using a small crane mounted on a mantrip to lift and load a shuttle car reel on the end of the mantrip. As the reel was suspended it became stuck on the edge of the mantrip platform. The employees were attempting to free it up when the reel slipped off the hoist hook and fell on injured employee's right foot. Suffered a contusion and bone bruise.

Contact with electrical current

Employee was working on an electrical unit was electrocuted.

Fall onto or against objects

Injured employee was dismounting the continuous miner after climbing up onto it to examine the conveyor chain for a possible rock jam. A EE was getting down, EE fell and struck EEs leg against the edge of the machine's cable handler. This caused a deep laceration to EEs left lower leg. Received stitches and given time off work for wound to heal. Has training and 2 years experience.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

I.E. stated EE was setting up to weld and cut on miner head, Employee set oxygen bottle up and when picking up acetylene bottle the oxygen fell smashing EE's left thumb between the 2 bottles. X-ray showed displaced fracture.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

After clocking out from work, EE was walking to EE's car and twisted EE's ankle. EE proceeded home without telling anyone. EE called our local office 1 hr and 5 minutes after EE arrived home to let us know EE twisted EE's ankle in the parking lot. The parking lot is gravel and rocks.

Fall from piled material

After shoveling out the 100 mesh pit employee slid into the pit and landed on their right knee. This jarred their back causing pain that showed up the next morning.

Struck against stationary object

Employee was transporting a tote of diesel fuel and got a flat tire on the 1-yard forklift they was using to transport the fuel. Employee was pulling into a cutout to get it out of the roadway and as they were pulling in they hit a bump and reached their arm out toward the rib and strained left shoulder. Employee ended up having to get surgery for a rotator cuff injury.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

The employee's left foot was positioned near the edge of the scoop bucket as it was being lowered to the ground, resulting in the bucket making contact with their foot.

Struck by falling object

EE was turning S/C into the right side dump. EE misjudged the turn and hit the corner of a coal rib with the canopy, which resulted in a piece of coal dislodging and coming in contact with the EE, striking the EE on the right ankle, resulting in a fracture.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was carrying supplies to the miner when EE felt pop in right calf muscle. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE stated they fell injuring a shoulder but when asked could not state how they fell, over a chalk ball or their own feet. There where employees within 100 feet of them at that time that did not see them fall. Once taken to the clinic the clinic informed them the issues with their shoulder from birth and not work related.

Contact with hot objects or substances

Cutting a bent leveling jack off drill tech rd50, torch flared from built up grease and water, burned mechanics left arm and scorched beard.

Struck by falling object

EE was hosing off pad under feeder when a rock fell out of a hole and struck EE in the shoulder.

Fall onto or against objects

Operator was changing the bottom deck top screen in our KPI screen as EE was climbing out from under the rubber flap on the rear of the screen the worn screen tipped over which struck EE on the back left portion of EE's head which caused EE to strike EE's right side of EE's head against one of the protruding bolts on the rear of the screen

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was attempting to cut a suction line from an air pump, when the knife slipped and cut left ring finger. Compliance with rules/regs, PPE, mining equip/systems not a factor. Miner proficiency may be a factor.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was loading a bag on rock dust into the scoop and injured EE's right shoulder. The incident occurred on 4/12/25, the employee continued to work until 4/15/25. On 4/16/25 the employee sought medical treatment and written off at this time.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Mechanic was climbing down ladder of a under ground haul truck when EE stepped off the ladder on to the ground EE's knee twisted. EE had a small tear in EE's meniscus. EE worked full duty until the date of EE's surgery in August. it took a a while to schedule because it was out of state and EE had to lose weight before the surgery.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

IE was changing a leaf spring on a mantrip. The employee did not remove all tension from the spring prior to removing the bolt that was holding the spring. When EE did this EE pinched the tip of EE's left middle finger.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee reports was changing steering valve assembly (approx 50 lbs). Set unit on mucker hood to continue work. It fell off the hood contacting employee's right pointer finger resting on mucker frame, causing a blow out type injury and fracturing the tip.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Closing a shipping container door and pinched left middle finger in door. Declined medical attention initially. Finger still sore 4/15/25 and went to get checked. No fracture, sprain/strain/contusion.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While splicing cable, helper moved cable causing knife to slip and causing laceration to right top of hand, between thumb and index finger. Required four stitches with follow up with Ortho specialist.

Struck by falling object

WHILE MOVING A CRUSHER LINER, RIGGING SLIPPED & CRUSHED EMPLOYEE LEFT FIRST & 2ND TOES

Struck against stationary object

Employee alleged they were sitting on mantrip and raised up to adjust their belt. Through investigation, it was determined the employee was positioned on their knees and raised up to get their dinner bucket when they came into contact with the metal beam, resulting in a laceration requiring 4 stitches.

Struck by falling object

Miner was unplugging a chute in the secondary finishing plant when a rock fell and hit the top of EE's right hand, causing swelling and bruising.

Fall onto or against objects

While stepping out of pick-up employee slipped on small frozen puddle. Employee fell congtacting pick-up causing fracture to left forearm. Employee was given light duty restrictions and returned to work on next scheduled shift.

Struck by falling object

Miner was loading a round when a chunk came down and struck Miner on the right side of Miner's head and shoulder area. Miner was brought to surface and taken to the hospital with an ambulance and helicopter

Struck by falling object

Employee was standing by the continuous miner when section of rib came off striking EE's left foot against the continuous miner.

Struck against a moving object

Employee was operating an excavator above an embankment, when the excavator began sliding down the bank. EE tried to swing the boom around to stop the slide, but the excavator rolled onto its side. EE was taken to the hospital where the x-ray revealed a compound fracture of the T-12. EE was given meds and sent home; EE is awaiting an appointment with a neurologist.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

As employee was stepping up and transferring their weight, they rolled their ankle.

Fall from machine

Employee was filling water tanks on back of truck. Water pressure was too high and employee lost control of hose causing them to lose balance and fell off the side of the truck. When employee fell they struck their head on the concrete knocking them unconscious.

Struck against a moving object

Employee was operating a haul truck and was jarred while being loaded by a shovel.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

After trouble shooting a fault issue, crew exited base frame of the highwall miner utilizing the right rear ladder below the BPM. Injured was the last one down, as they stepped to the ground right ankle rolled causing them to fall. EE was transported personal vehicle to Regional Hospital Emergency Department. EE is advised to follow up with an orthopedic specialist.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

EL EMPLEADO ESTABA MIDIENDO UNA PIEZA VINIERON UNAS ABEJAS Y EL PARA ESQUIVARLAS SALIO CORRIENDO PERDIO EL BALANCE Y SE CAYO AL SUELO THE EMPLOYEE WAS MEASURING A PIECE, SOME BEES CAME AND EE RAN AWAY TO AVOID THEM, LOST EE'S BALANCE AND FELL TO THE GROUND

Struck by falling object

Employee was roof bolting in beltline when rock slipped off strap and struck EE's leg. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Miner pulled himself up by grabbing onto a pipe and felt a pop in their hand.

Struck against stationary object

While operating golf cart going into 60# off 1 North haulage the injured struck hard hat off a wooden roof plank, causing pain in neck, upper back and shoulders. No problems with equipment or compliance issues, training or PPE.

Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

IE lifted the boom of a microtraxx machine. While IE reached in with right arm to check the boom pin, IE leaned on the remote box with chest, engaged the boom down function and lowered the boom onto IE's right arm. IE was trained as a microtraxx operator, but this was a compliance issue, as the machine was not de-energized, locked, tagged, or blocked against motion.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee states they were bending a bolt to install in the top when they felt a sharp pain in both shoulders but the right one was a lot worse.

Struck against a moving object

Employee was in a mantrip was attempting to clear up off of the haulage, when the mantrip bumped into another mantrip that was in the spur. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, rules and regulations were not a factor.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While attempting to drill through a steel plate, drill slipped from plate, landing between member`s index finger and thumb. Drill entered approximately 1/4"" into the skin. Drill bit was dull, requiring excessive downward force to be applied in order to complete drilling operation.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was exiting a service truck when they slipped and twisted their left ankle.

Struck by flying object

IE was taking the dust feed hose off of the pod duster and when they unhooked it, it whipped around and struck them.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

IE was taking the dust feed hose off of the pod duster and when they unhooked it, it whipped around and struck them.

Fall onto or against objects

An employee was standing on a 17 inch two step working platform performing maintenance work. As EE applied force to the box end wrench, the wrench slipped causing EE to lose balance and fall. In falling, EE's right knee contacted a ceramic liner, resulting in a fractured knee cap.

Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee was leveling and digging trench on the leach pad and the tops of the hands turned red and were dry and appeared to be a sunburn. After being seen EE had a reaction to the process solutions on EE's hands.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

IE was examining a mainline conveyor when they stepped over a pipe and slipped. When this happened, they felt a sharp pain in their right heel extending to their calf.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

Cloudy 38 degrees light rain, employee tripped on a forklift fork and fell breaking a bone in left hand.

Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms

EE accessed elevator platform using a manlift in order to perform task. Ladder access point door was left open to accommodate ladder access to platform. EE did not close ladder access door before proceeding. EE stepped into the open ladder access door, falling to below platform.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

On 4/7 while tightening a lug nut the impact wrench twisted workers right arm and slipped out of their left hand. Worker didn't report injury until 4/8. Declined medical evaluation at that time. Worker continued full duty. 4/18 the worker took themselves to a specialist without company knowledge. The injury became reportable on 4/21 when they reported to work with restrictions.

Struck by rolling or sliding object

I.E. stated they were on the clean-up car when a piece of the coal rib slid out from behind the rib wire pinning their leg against a shuttle car. X-rays showed their Fibula was broken.

Fall onto or against objects

Cat Operator was fueling Cat D9 Dozer at the Heavy Equipment Yard. Operator fell from the dozer and landed on the driver's side blade tilt cylinder. As a result, operator broke three left ribs and bruising to the left side of body.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was spreading structure from belt sled when EE pinched EE's hand between bottom roller and rib. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor. Employee did not start missing time until 4/17/2025 (8 days)

Fall from machine

An employee slid off the second step of the loader while attempting to enter the cab, landing on EE's lower back/tailbone. EE was unable to maintain three points of contact while holding the ash tickets/slips from the mailbox.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was organizing parts in a storage area. EE had a shaker screen counterweight on the tines of a forklift. EE slid the counterweight off the tines of the forklift, when EE did EE felt a twinge in right shoulder. Self-treated until Monday, when EE was seen at a clinic, diagnosed with a muscle strain, placed on restricted duty (no use of R arm) until follow up appt.

Fall onto or against objects

I.E. stated EE was getting a bag of rock dust off the roof bolter and slipped hitting EE's ribs and shoulder on the machine.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was building a stopping, and was tackled to the ground by an employee of a different contracting company, resulting in a shoulder injury. EE continued to work unrestricted until 4/5/2025. Injury was not the result of a training or compliance issue.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Sandbagger was assisting with loading bags, and a bag fell off a pallet on the conveyor rollers. Employee made sure the conveyor was shut off and then stepped on the roller to adjust the bag. As the employee was lifting the bag back onto the pallet, they felt discomfort in their right groin.

Struck by falling object

The employee was climbing down a scaffold ladder. Employee was tied off to an overhead SRL while descending a ladder. Their personal srl got caught on the scaffold gate. While descending the ladder, they noticed the caught psrl hook. As they looked up at it, the hook freed itself and retracted as designed. In that retracting process, the hook hit our employee in the mouth.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Injured was picking up and carrying 5-6 16' cable bolts (with help) in the 3 North rehab supply area and felt sharp pain in groin. Diagnosed with inguinal hernia. No problems with compliance issues, equipment, training or PPE.

Contact with hot objects or substances

Employee got EE's arm caught in a troughing roller on a conveyor.

Struck by falling object

Employee was un-coupling a trailer mounted pressure washer from a pick-up truck hitch. The trailer tongue jack failed resulting in the tongue falling to the ground and striking the employee in the dorsal region of the right foot. This resulted in fracture to the right foot.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was assisting another employee install a solenoid on a water truck when EE reached up to install bolt and felt EE's right shoulder dislocate. EE was taken to the ER, taken off work and referred to an orthopedic specialist. CURRENTLY ONGOING. (has dislocated 3 times prior elsewhere)

Contact with hot objects or substances

Removing a seized bolt from the Terex screen plant. Grinder was the best option to remove. While cutting the bolt, EE was grinding when sparks attached to EE's clothing under EE's safety vest and caught EE's t-shirt, flannel shirt and safety vest on fire.

Fall onto or against objects

Unsafe walking surface. Slipped and landed with chest onto a small mound of stone while carrying a grease gun. Grease gun was between chest and mound of stone. Pain in right side of chest.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was splitting stone, and the teeth were too high on the bucket of the excavator. The stone fractured and folded landing on EE's ankle, between two stones. EE was using a Chicago pneumatic jack hammer model CP4123

Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee tripped over a rock and fell on right arm, dislocated shoulder

Struck by flying object

While using a bench grinder with only safety glasses on an employee got metal debris in their eye.

Struck against a moving object

Injured employee was riding on the outby end of a 7-man diesel mantrip. As the mantrip approached a track switch to get in, the mantrip operator failed to pay attention to the mantrip in front of them also entering the switch, and struck the end of that mantrip. The collision jarred the injured employee who complained of back pain which became worse during the shift.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was performing a pre-op inspection on the F250 pickup truck, and when they lifted the fire extinguisher out of the bed of the truck, they felt a pop in left shoulder causing a fracture to their left clavicle (collarbone).

Over-exertion in lifting objects

I.E. was hooking up cable strap to the tail of the CM. While lifting the cable and the strap, they felt a pain in their right shoulder. Doctors restrictions took them off work on 4-3-2025.

Fall from machine

EMPLEADO INFORMA QUE ESTABA CERRANDO EL BONETE DEL BUGGY, RESBALO Y SE CAYO. CAYO DEL LADO DERECHO DE SU CUERPO PRESENTANDO DOLORES FUERTES EN EL AREA DEL COSTADO. EMPLOYEE REPORTS WAS CLOSING THE BUGGY'S BONNET, SLIPPED AND FELL. EMPLOYEE FELL ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF BODY PRESENTING STRONG PAIN IN THE SIDE AREA.

Contact with hot objects or substances

Operator was burned by hot coolant after removing the radiator cap

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Carrying empty container of regent acid, stepped down and out of shed, landed on ankle incorrectly.

Struck against stationary object

The employee reports EE contacted EE's head while entering the rail mantrip. The contact jarred EE's neck causing pain. The employee was seen by a doctor and issued restrictions.

Struck against a moving object

Employee was riding on the #20 mac 8 ride heading to the #2 section, when the operator started accelerating wide open and came in contact with the coal rib causing the mac ride to come to a abrupt stop. resulting back pain to the employee.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Installing a starter in truck. When they finished the job they felt discomfort in their arm

Struck against stationary object

While removing CLA bolts from a continuous miner, the bolt broke loose causing the employee to jam EE's wrist. Employee originally went to ER on 4/1 and to orthopedic on 4/4 where EE received a full release and returned to work both visits. At a follow-up with orthopedic on 4/17/2025 x-rays were conducted for a third time with a diagnosis of a fracture to the wrist.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

The operator was adjusting the lime drag when they pinched a finger, resulting in a laceration that required 11 sutures.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee stated they were in the process of installing roof support. They bent a bolt to install into the hole, when attempting to straighten the bolt, the bolt twisted resulting in pain in their right shoulder.

Struck against a moving object

Loading material into haul trucks from windrow pile

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE lifting stone in quarry, stone shifted and pinched finger between stone and quarry floor.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

On 6/17/25 employee provided a modified duty work status report from their personal doctor dated 6/12/25. On 4/25/25 employee reported a first aid from pain to their right arm while placing a wear liner into position. Employee self procured medical treatment, was diagnosed with a ruptured bicep, and restricted duty is being accommodated.

Fall from machine

Employee lost balance and fall off of the track to the ground. Employee first made contact with the ground on left shoulder/elbow area. They received 3 stitches in left elbow, has a sprained left shoulder, and a fractured left scapula.

Struck by flying object

Employee was using a 4"" Dewalt Grinder to clean up a weld. The grinding disk broke apart and a piece of the the disk lacerated the back of left hand behind the middle finger. Employee was transported via company vehcile to an urgent care facility and received sutures

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee was tightening bolts and aligning a motor on a compressor. EE felt fine during EE's shift but felt discomfort 27 hours later, after driving 5 hours on personal time. EE felt discomfort in EE's right rib area. The injury is still under investigation to determine whether it is work-related or not.

Contact with hot objects or substances

Defective Radiator cap blew off water pump resulting with Burns on employees right side (Arm, armpit, back, stomach area).

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was working on switching out bags on a baghouse and was carrying a baghouse bag cage, took a step down onto uneven surface and rolled EE's ankle. There was immediate swelling and was taken to the ER. There was no broken bones.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While descending s set of steps, an employee lost balance stepping onto the landing and fell to the ground. Employee felt pain in right knee and was taken for evaluation. Diagnosed with knee strain, placed on restricted duty and PT was prescribed.

Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee was performing the routine task of welding new wear plates in the feeder bin of the jaw crusher. The employee stepped out of the bin and felt a pop in right knee. After being seen at clinic the employee was referred to get a precautionary MRI, which revealed a torn meniscus requiring surgery to repair.

Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

Employee was packaging 50lb bags only 2-3 bags, happened at beginning of shift. Employee stacking height was 4.5 feet. Employee stated EE was swinging bag into place on the pallet.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

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

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Pin used to anchor saw track to the ground was stuck in a drill hole. Miner was using a sledge hammer to dislodge the pin when the hammer glanced the pin, bouncing off, and striking the left small finger. Fracturing the tip of the finger and causing a laceration.

Fall down stairs

Operator fell down a flight of steps and broke left arm.

Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was entering Volvo haul truck and felt a pop in their right knee on 3/12. Employee informed operator on 3/25 of the injury. Employee was seen by company doctor on 3/27 and released with no restrictions. Restrictions were instituted after employee consulted with their personal doctor and had a follow-up exam with the company physician on 4/10.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Miner was assisting to shift the width of the forks on an extenda-reach forklift. While moving the forks, the miner felt a pain in EE's right forearm. The injury was initially treated as a first aid sprain, but the extended healing process led to a need for imaging which revealed a tear requiring surgery to repair. The determination that surgery was required was made on 5/16/25.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Injured was pulling on top roller on 4/8/25 and felt pain in arm but continued to work. On 5/13/25 injured was seen by doctor as EE's pain had not went away at that time injured was diagnosed with a partial bicep tear and placed on restrictions. With a possible surgery for repair scheduled.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The repair was on the K pin location of the machine. During the install, the bearing seized roughly a quarter of the way in. To continue, EE used a brass hammer to drive it in. During one of the hammer swings, EE accidentally missed. The left finger got caught between the hammer handle and the bearing causing a fracture.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was moving a sign and got EE's hand caught between the sign and the ground.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

When exiting the mechanic's shop, they rolled an ankle when they stepped from the concrete shop floor onto the gravel parking lot, resulting in a closed fracture on left foot.

Struck against stationary object

The employee was using a shovel to try and get a rock out of the #1 conveyor belt scraper when EE hit hand on the conveyor. The next day the hand started swelling up so EE went to see a doctor. They told EE EE fractured the thumb and put EE on restricted duty for two weeks.

Struck by falling object

Employees were trying to lower the gates inside the rolling rock box. To lower the gate, 15 bolts needed to be removed. When the last bolt was removed, the gate slipped and landed on the foot of one of the employees.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was unloading wooden pallets from F-150 truck bed. Employee stepped back with pallet in hands and stepped on another pallet causing EE to lose EE's balance and fall backwards catching self with EE's R hand causing a fracture to EE's R forearm requiring a cast.

Struck against stationary object

Crusher operator received a deep laceration from a metal plate on their left, inside forearm while routine cleaning. Operator was transported by EMTs to hospital and received stitches.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Individual was getting into the MBC when something contacted the man-in-position switch allowing the CM to start. The CM pulled forward moving the MBC and the kitchen contacted individual's foot fracturing two bones in the foot prior to shutting off.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee sprained EE's back while cleaning spillage near primary crusher

Struck by falling object

The employee was laying on grating reaching to install a bolt on the bearing housing, while a Johnson bar was leaning on a nearby handrail. Another employee leaned against the handrail which caused the Johnson bar to tip over and strike the employee on the head.

Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

The employee was attempting to fix a cover over the hydraulic line connection between the wheels of a radial stacker while it was still in motion. The employee's right foot got caught by the rotating tires and was pinned under a mobile stacker tire and the surface. A possible broken bone in the right ankle/lower leg.

Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was ascending steps and felt a pop in knee - experienced dislocation requiring alignment

Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

Utility employee in ceramic manufacturing plant was responding to a plugged discharge chute to clear it. They reached up into the chute with right hand and contacted an operating rotary valve. They received lacerations to three fingers which required stitches.

Struck against a moving object

Employee was operating a Front End Loader for several hours. At the end of EE's shift EE felt sore. On 4/30/25 we were notified that the Employee sought medical treatment. EE was Dx with a Left shoulder strain and was given restrictions. Employee was moved to Light Duty. Reporting within 10 days.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was kneeling on a pile of product, as EE got up with EE's right foot, it slipped. Employee tried to break the fall with EE's right arm.

Struck against stationary object

Employee was riding in the basket of the manlift through the yard and hit a small bump. The employee struck EEs left elbow on the manlift basket cage. The injury started as a first aid incident and was being treated by Ortholive with conservative care. The incident became a reportable incident on 5/20/25 when the employee went to an urgent care facility and was given restrictions.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was lifting metal off table and felt pain in their upper leg. Employee was taken to ER and placed off work until 05/05/2025 and must be released by ortho.

Struck by falling object

While loading bolts from a pallet to a truck, the operator twisted an ankle but continued working and proceeded to move the truck to a new area. While at this new location, employee was removing the banding from a bundle of bolts, and the front stack of bolts fell onto the same ankle/foot, causing a sprain.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Operator walked from grader to talk to oncoming shift grader operator. Talked for a minute then proceeded to walk to board the Burnell bus when operator turned left to board bus, they felt a pop and some pain in left knee. Operator failed to report incident to leader after event happened. Went into RMMC after shift for further evaluation.

Struck against a moving object

Employee hit pothole in rubber tire injuring shoulder - became reportable 7/9/2025

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was walking from EE's office to the front break room for the morning meeting. EE heard some voices from the direction of the break room. EE turned EE's head to see who was speaking. At this time, EE's foot went into a depression in the walkway, causing EE's knee to twist awkwardly. EE felt something pop in EE's knee and immediately began to feel pain

Struck by falling object

Employee was walking under the Bemis reject line when a bag fell off the conveyor, striking the employee on the left side of neck/shoulder area.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was opening the front window on the Excavator and it got stuck. As EE jerked it up real hard it slammed closed and got EE's right hand what was wrapped around the right side of the window frame and pinched EE's right index finger between the window and the metal frame, breaking it.

Struck by flying object

While tightening a toggle bolt on jaw crusher, the bolt sheared off causing the wrench to spin and struck finger. Laceration to finger needing stitches.

Struck against stationary object

Miner was repairing a belt on the main feed. They attempted to get onto the belt and caught their left knee on a belt clip that was not secured down. It caused a laceration to their left knee. Miner was sent to the urgent care and was given five stitches. Miner was put on restricted duty but did not lose any work time.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee was cleaning a cement coupling with a drill grinder. The drill bit became dislodged from the drill and lacerated the employee's left index finger.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EMPLOYEE WAS CUTTING A BOX OPEN AND HEARD A POP IN RIGHT SHOULDER. THIS BECAME LIGHT DUTY ON 04/28/2025.

Struck by falling object

EE was removing stone that had fallen on the continuous miner. EE had both hands on a stone when their right hand slipped off causing the stone to fall. Which caused the stone to strike their left hand to strike the shovel.

Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

EE failed to follow known LOTO process for equipment in lab. EE opened doors to the unit reached inside to clean a press head when the machine activated and moved pinching their arm between a fix and moving part, this cause an abrasion to the forearm requiring first aid. 5/2 EE asked to be seen by Dr resulting in restricted duty from Dr.

Struck by falling object

Ee was function testing the jackleg when a piece of drill steel popped out, falling on the ee's foot. EE reported the incident immediately, but did not seek treatment until 4/28. Xrays positive for fragmented fracture of the right 5th toe. Referred to ortho and released to restricted duty.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee suffered a shoulder strain that required medical treatment while opening mill body doors.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was loading a grinder on a fifth wheel trailer and felt their left bicep muscle flex more than it should have. An MRI showed a small tear to the bicep and employee was placed on restrictions.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was attempting to position a motor base when it moved unexpectedly and pinched EE's finger between the base and a pivot table.

Fall from machine

EE was climbing down water truck steps and lost EE's footing causing EE to fall backward onto the ground

Struck by flying object

EE was grinding/welding as part of bull gear repair that was taking place. They stopped grinding to visually check for high spots. When they flipped up their face shield, they felt something enter right eye. it was determined that the EE had a Corneal abrasion as a result of a small piece of grinding debris entering their eye.

Fall onto or against objects

EMPLOYEE WAS LOOKING FOR A HYDRAULIC LEAK AND SLIPPED ON ROCK AND HIT LEFT KNEE ON GROUND. EMPLOYEE BECAME REPORTABLE ON 04/28/2025

Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was walking in a dim area when EE tripped and fell over forks from a forklift, resulting in right shoulder pain. On 4/22/2025, employee was placed on Restrictive Duty

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee stepped into small hole and felt pain - became reportable 4/22/2025

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While repairing a damaged trunion tire, the employee needed to trim a piece of rubber in order to get the puller installed. The box knife being used slipped lacerating the employee's left ring finger.

Flash burns (electric)

Employee was removing battery cable to lock out the John Deere 318G Skid Steer when the wrench EE was holding made contact with the the positive post and EE's wedding ring contacted the frame causing a burn to EE's left ring finger.

Fall from piled material

Employee slipped and fell while descending a sloped gravel embankment after completing an inspection at the screen tower. The employee sustained a fractured left fibula.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EMPLOYEE WAS FEEDING A HYDRAULIC HOSE THROUGH THE LOWER PART OF THE SCALER WHEN EE FELT A TWEAK IN EE'S LOWER LEFT SIDE OF EE'S BACK.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was clearing a plugged chute between 2VS1 Screen and 2BC3 belt conveyor using a bar. The plugged 3/4 inch crusher run broke free while employee was prodding the chute with the bar, causing the employee to mash EE's left thumb on the lip of the inspection door.

Struck by falling object

EE was operating an electric power pack to remove the roll spring bolts from the roll crusher. EE was using a bolt and a ram to press the bigger bolt free. Once the EE relieved the pressure off the ram the bolt fell and struck the employee's right hand and pinky finger. The EE was wearing gloves during the incident.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Individual attempted to lift a 5-6 ft. long chunk of I-beam (weighing approximately 150 lbs.) and toss it over the handrail of an elevated screen deck to the ground below. The I-beam shifted and pinched their right thumb between the beam and handrail. Individual complained of extreme pain and was transported to Urgent Care where an X-Ray discovered a broken bone in the right thumb.

Struck by falling object

Broken Index finger on the right hand, as well as 2 stiches in the middle knuckle.

Struck against stationary object

Employee suffered a laceration to EE's left forearm by a moving machine part.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

while fabricating a new scraper for the south dock stinger EE over reached while holding the scraper in place. EE went to set the bolt and felt a burning sensation in EE's right elbow. EE was taken to urgent care for evaluation. EE was placed in a sling and has a restriction of no usage of EE's right arm.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was walking through the clinker storage shed and while doing so walked across a spot of unlevel ground and slipped on some loose clinker, folding EE's right ankle underneath EE and landing on EE's right shoulder causing pain to both the ankle and shoulder. EE's right fibula was fractured.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE(1) and EE(2) were drilling holes in rubber to attach to the scalping screen. EE(2) was drilling while injured EE(1) was holding the rubber. Another EE(3) was just outside of scalping screen. EE(3) could have been used by EE(2) and EE(1) to communicate before drilling. This resulted in EE(1) getting their right palm injured by the drill. EE(1) got three heavy duty stitches.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

EE attempted to lift DEF fluid and experienced severe lower back pain. EE requested to be taken to Hospital. MSHA Inspector interviewed EE and recommend this to be a reportable accident. EE also spoke to Superintendent and Foreman.

Struck by falling object

Employee was bumping the bottom of tank C1 on the 2nd floor of shipping department and the flop- gate assembly broke, fell off and landed on top of EEs hardhat. EE's hard hat was displaced, and part of the assembly struck the left side of EE's head at the hairline.

Struck against a moving object

Employee was operating a loader all day and there were some pot holes that they encountered causing bouncing and a sore back.

Contact with hot objects or substances

Employee was welding at the Plant #1 Gyro and while doing so a piece of ""slag"" burned through EE's pants and went into EE's left boot and burned the bottom of EE's left foot.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Technician received a laceration to the palm of the hand while removing a bolt on a front-end loader bucket.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee reported pain in their left shoulder while moving a case of boosters from a service truck to a cart. Employee was later prescribed restrictions 4-17-2025.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was in the process of putting a bolt in a steel beam. With EE's left hand holding the bolt in the top bolt hole. As the left structure piece was closing the gap between the end plate and the main beam the tip of EE's left thumb was briefly caught in the gap.

Fall from machine

The employee stated they stepped off a haul truck ladder to the ground and felt their knee buckle backward. The employee had ample time in the shift to report the injury to the supervisor and did not. We are unsure of the actual location that the injury occurred.

Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

Operator reported that operator's right shoulder was hurting from beating on tanks tonight and operator couldn't lift arm.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE didn't have a belt to hold up EE's FR work pants, so EE used zip ties through EE's belt loops as a makeshift belt. At the end of EE's shift, the EE grabbed a utility knife to cut the zip ties from EE's belt loops, the knife slipped and the EE cut the palm and thumb of EE's left hand. this resulted in stitches.

Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

Injured employee was spinning a pulley sheave by hand to remove an impeller and caught two of EE's left fingers in the belt. EE's left middle finger was badly lacerated and EE's left ring finger sustained a fracture.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was moving metal wear bars at the Gyro crusher. While moving the wear bars, EE smashed EE's left-hand ring finger against the stairs and wear bar.

Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was working on MRH #2 separator, employee was crouching under neath the catwalk when they felt the lower back tighten up. Employee reported incident on 04/21/2025, then received restrictions on 04/29/2025.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employees were on the ground laying a spreader bar down to begin break and as it was laying down EE had hand on the underside as opposed to on top and EE's first instinct was to push it and it pinched EE's hand between the spreader bar and saw horse smashing three fingers.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Bruised Ankle

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was climbing down some steps, and when EE stepped off EE twisted EE's left ankle. EE went to a prompt care facility, then was sent for x-rays. EE broke EE's left ankle.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was cutting a bolt off of the fresh water pump when EE's grinder got in a bind & kicked back cutting EE on the inside of the left leg below the knee. EE was taken to the hospital in Altus where EE received stitches in the left leg below the knee.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

The maintenance employee was moving a heavy steel saddle piece on a work table when a back twinge was felt.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The miner was cutting a belt and accidentally cut left wrist.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee was changing skirting rubber. They stepped up on a piece of the framework to look in a hopper and when they stepped back down their foot landed on a piece of material and they twisted an ankle. It was initially treated as a sprain, but after not improving as quickly as expected, an x-ray was done on 4/22 and it was determined that there was a fracture.

Struck against stationary object

Employee was driving a loader when bucket hit ground. Employee lunged forward hitting chest on the steering wheel.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

EE reported reaching up and pulling bag of rags weighing approximately 25 pounds and felt pain in shoulder. Seen at clinic, diagnosed with strain, released with restrictions. After medical and factual investigation, workers' comp accepted claim on 4/17.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was walking on ground surface by conveyor when EE slipped and fell twisting left ankle.

Struck by flying object

Employee stepped on a concrete floor scraper causing the wooden handle striking their thumb on 4/4/2025, medical treatment was sought later on 4/15/2025 and they were diagnosed with a strain to the thumb and was placed on restrictions and physical therapy.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was attempting to blow off a turntable in the packhouse between the grate using an air lance. As the employee was pulling the air lance from the grate they felt a sharp pain in the right shoulder. The employee received medical attention, and been place on restricted duties.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

At 8:30 am the operator called supervision to report that at approximately 5:40 am they were pulling out the right-side fuel hose and after pulling out 10 feet of hose the reel stopped. At that time the employee stated they felt and heard a pop in their right elbow. A few hours later the employee felt more pain in their right elbow they called for supervision.

Struck by falling object

Employee was trouble shooting a station on the sand classifier when the lid of the station fell on EE's right causing the employee to experience pain in EE's hand.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE stepped on grating with accumulated mud on soles of their boots resulting in spraining left ankle.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was unloading truck. As they were walking, a foot caught on grating, twisting their ankle. Seen at clinic, diagnosed with ankle sprain, x-rays positive for fracture, referred to orthopedics. Released to sedentary work, site is providing modified duty.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

During the process of moving railcars an experienced employee needed to maneuver a rail switch to change the track. The shaft of the rail switch was not easy to maneuver, so the employee applied additional force by stepping on the switch. The switch went into place unexpectedly and the employee felt/heard a ""pop"" in left calf. The Employee was given a prescription medication.

Struck by falling object

EE was organizing lower tire yard. While moving wheels to scrap, EE had stacked Wheel #@1 on top of wheel #2, when wheel#3 that was standing next to the stacked wheels fell into wheel#2 while EE's left hand was in the line of fire, resulting in a broken left ring finger above the first joint.

Struck by falling object

The employee dropped a 5-foot vertical section of scaffold tubing on self when the employee hooked the rosette on an I-beam while trying to position it. The I-Beam pulled the tube off the pin of the other vertical section employee was using to gain height to check clearance.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was doing quality control work and tweaked EE's knee.

Struck by falling object

Employee was torqueing studs at Finish Mill. Employee dropped nut on foot.

Struck against stationary object

Miner was climbing into the loader and slipped and hit their shin. Sustained a cut on the shin.

Struck by powered moving object

The mirror of a customer's truck contacted employee's hand while they were providing direction from portable steps, causing a hand contusion.

Fall to lower level, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

employee fell through ladder way. Safety hatch was not used. Upon investigation the hatch would not close.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was walking down a slope, slipped on gravel and strained left knee.

Struck by falling object

EE was assisting with final seal prep cleaning the bottom with a shovel when a piece of rock fell from the top and struck their hand against the shovel handle, causing a laceration. Injury was not the result of a training or compliance issue. 7000-1 was initially filled out 5/12/25, but the ""Submit"" button was inadvertently not clicked, thus this late submission.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

While removing a drill steel from the roof one came out and pinched employee's finger causing a laceration that required sutures.

Struck by flying object

Employee was assisting another employee in cleaning drink coolers; the employees were using a pressure washer to do so. The injured employee reached to catch the cooler as it was falling out of reaction and was struck on the top of the hand by the water stream causing laceration to their left thumb. Employee was taken to ER where they received 6 stitches.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Associate was assisting in track maintenance near the switch stand, when the backhoe pressed against the switch point, causing the switch handle to swing in the opposite direction striking the associate in the side of EE's face and ear.

Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was entering water truck heard pop in their knee. Employee filled out an Incident Report but did not want to seek medical attention. Employee went for their well medical visit for routine care and mentioned the knee still had some pain. The MD ordered an MRI. The MRI indicates surgical intervention is needed. This turned the first aid claim into a recordable.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

IW was installing the transmission in a 988G S/N:BNH01439. Zip tie was wrapped around the male threaded hose fitting that was placed as a marker. Zip tie had to be removed for proper seating of hose fitting. When cutting the zip tie the utility knife slipped and struck them in the lower right leg below calf. They alerted the other tech of incident. IW went to ER.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was removing liner plates. While handing an 8"" x 4' piece from the regrind cell to the employee standing on the deck. Their finger was caught between the piece and the handrail.

Struck by falling object

Ee was operating scissor deck. EE looked up, and something fell in EE's eye. EE reported it immediately and requested to be seen the next day. Seen at Total Eyecare, diagnosed with an abrasion to the rt eye with mild inflammation, given steroid eye drops, and released to full duty.

Struck by flying object

While disconnecting the rear hose attachment of the CCV003 (Vac Truck) to clear a plugged hose, the top part of the hose whipped back and hit the employee's front tooth, cracking the bottom part of the right front incisor (central) tooth.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was walking from the Main Gate to the Administration building and there was a pickup next to the gate, they walked around the pickup and turned to talk to the driver. As they turned back to continue walking, they stepped into a dip in the pavement, twisted an ankle, and fell resulting in an ankle fracture.

Struck by falling object

EE was spraying a hose when it slipped, hitting the right forearm. The hose clamp caught their arm causing a laceration.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Forklift brought in a piece of 3'x15'x1' rubber, 3 people lifting together, EE bent down to lift it up and felt pain in back while starting to lift.

Struck by falling object

Employee was carrying water prop when EE bumped into another prop it fell and cut EE's face. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Struck by flying object

EE was conducting work in the mill underflow tubs by chipping away steel ball chips from the grating when a piece of metal went into their eye and began causing discomfort. EE was taken to get medical treatment and was prescribed an antibiotic.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee injured finger changing tire

Rubbed or abraded

Employee was drilling vertical holes above head with a Hilti gun using a 1 ½"" bit to install anchor bolts to secure a 10' pipe. Employee was taking a break and wiped their face off with a rag, and got a piece foreign object in their right eye. EE then attempted to flush it out. Foreign object was later removed by optometrists.

Struck by falling object

Ee was working to dislodge mill balls from the discharge chute when one fell on EE's finger. Seen at clinic, diagnosed with a tuft fracture, left distal ring finger. Released to full duty and referred for orthopedic consultation.

Struck by flying object

While transporting a line with a forklift, an EE got debris in EE's eye, possibly from rubbing it. EE used the on-site eyewash station and reported it to EE's supervisor, who escalated the issue. After initial first aid, the EE was taken to a fire station, then to Archbold Corp. Care for further treatment and received prescription medication.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was cutting tape with a knife. The knife slipped resulting in a laceration requiring sutures.

Struck by falling object

while lining up the new filter to insert all thread a pebble fell off the shelf bounced past my face shield and passed through the top gap in my glasses and into the inside corner of my right eye. It instantly began burning

Struck by flying object

Miner was using a grinder. A sliver of metal got behind EE's safety glasses and embedded in EE's right eye, requiring removal from EE's eye doctor. Miner was prescribed eye drops to use for one week and returned to full duty.

Struck by rolling or sliding object

EE had just finished a repair to the surge. When coming out of the chute, some small rock slid off the shelf and slid across EE's head. This left EE with a cut.

Struck against stationary object

Employee had moved miner from #9 to #6. They had the ropes hooked to the head and pushed the cable into the heading. They went to the head and unhooked the ropes, when they turned around there was a rock sticking off the side of the miner. They struck the rock causing a laceration to the bridge of their nose which required stitches.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee smashed finger in door

Struck by falling object

EE was changing the scoop batteries. While the EE was disconnecting the charger cable from the scoop, the EE accidentally pulled the battery lid down on EE's hand, causing a laceration.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Technician was working with a man lift and it became stuck. Technician was pushing at the end of the man lift to get it unstuck and the slide was out a bit and when pushing on that it slid in and it cut/split their finger while servicing a 775 Cat at the start of the shift.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was drilling a hole through a stainless steel box. They reversed the drill and that pushed the drill out, pushing their thumb against the stainless steel edge. Employee was cut on the top of their thumb between the first and second knuckle.

Struck by falling object

Employee was raking oversize rock from the grating at the discharge of the Dryer. As EE was prying rocks from the grating, a rock fell from the end of the dryer kiln, bounced off the grating, striking EE in the mouth. This resulted in the chipping of two teeth and loosening of four teeth. Employee will need dental work to repair teeth.

Struck by falling object

A piece of draw rock fell, striking the EE on EE's right 5th (pinky) finger, causing a laceration which required sutures to close.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was grinding a beam when it grabbed on the beam and the hand holding the handle slipped off. The grinder slipped back into their wrist as they came off the trigger with their other hand. The disc caught their left forearm and required 4 stitches. EE was wearing proper PPE and all guards were in place.

Struck by falling object

The operator was using and excavator to lift a load and the material slipped on the employees hand when employee tried to put lifting strap under load.

Contact with hot objects or substances

Employee was cleaning out the vault area of the kiln, scooped up a large piece of Hot Coating. It rolled over the back of the bucket striking a hydraulic fitting, causing it to break and spray Hot hydraulic oil , causing a flash fire that was extinguished in less a minute.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee was trimming a piece of plastic with a razor knife.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

pulled handle to close gate to screen plant distribution box, finger got in between handle and stop at pinch point

Struck by flying object

Employee utilized leverage to free a stuck part when the applied force caused the tooling to come into contact with their face.

Struck by falling object

Employee was welding on the bottom of a railcar. All PPE was being worn but a piece of slag dropped from the weld and rolled down EE's forehead and into EE's right eye coming to a rest on the bridge of EE's nose. Reportable due to prescription eye ointment applied. Released to work 4/22/2025

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Laborer was changing V-belt on Screen. Screen was locked out. They didn't loosen the the take up enough and tried to roll the belt on the pulley and got a finger pinched requiring stitches in their right ring finger tip.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was lowering fork units to the ground and when it fell to the ground the other employee's finger that was in the expanded metal got bent and dragged causing a minor fracture to the tip of the finger.

Struck by flying object

IE was changing traction motor on SC. New motor didn't come with new pinion gear. Removing old gear with hammer and chisel, a piece of metal flew off something (where metal came from is unknown)and lodged in the meaty part of left thumb. metal was surgically removed on 5/6 but the number of sutures are unknown. We will update when we have that information.

Struck by falling object

Employee was hydroblasting a scrubber and material fell from the wall hitting employee in the back of the head. This resulted in the employee receiving 8 staples in the head. Employee was wearing a hardhat and material knocked hardhat off.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Miner was walking and rolled EE's ankle. EE did not trip or fall over anything or step up to nor down to any level. EE was walking on flat ground. Conditions were clear and dry at the time of event. Employee admitted to HR that EE has a hyper mobility condition that causes this to happen often.

Struck by falling object

a miner was struck by a large rock on their hard hat and face

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

cut finger while cutting large zip tie with with utility razor knife

Fall onto or against objects

EE stated they were putting up the outside bolt, EE was trying to straighten the bolt when they slipped and fell into the bolt and pie pan. EE went was seen at Hospital and received 5 sutures and made an appointment with a dentist.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Injured employee was using a small ""hook chisel"" to remove a staple from a hose fitting at #74 Shield on the 7W Longwall face. As EE was prying the staple out, it broke free and the chisel came up and struck EE's face causing a chipped tooth. Employee did not lose any workdays due to this accident but had the tooth repaired on 4-23-25. Has training and experience.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was sampling 5"" select larger stones which involves shoveling, carrying & loading buckets to a tailgate. on 05/09/2025 we were notified the Employee sought treatment and was prescribed PT. Reporting within 10 days.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

After a series of self-care measures w/out relief, progressive medical treatment includes PT as of 7/31. On 4/17, emp. went to pick-up a piece of 3x3 angle iron and reported discomfort in EE's elbow.

Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

EE was operating the #4 roof bolter on the #2 North section in the #2 entry. EE tried to line up the bolt with the hole using the drill pot of the roof bolter. EE inadvertently hit the rotation lever, causing the bolt to spin and wrapped their left hand around the bolt. Resulting in a dislocated small finger and received 4, sutures.

Rubbed or abraded

The employee was using a large hammer and striking wrench to loosen the locking nut on a crusher mantle. The employee stopped to steady themselves and put a hand on the edge of the wrench. A burr had been raised on the wrench edge due to the hammer blows, which cut through the employee's glove and into their left palm.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While pulling a P pin from a belt drive with a scoop bucket pin turned striking EE's hand causing EE to lose tip of left pointer finger

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

while sawing the saw kicked back and inflicted lacerations to employee's face, EE received stitches. The kick back safety function worked and shut the saw off preventing further injury.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The mechanic was climbing out of a small man door after making repairs to the chute when the angle grinder they were using inadvertently turned on, cutting the employee's arm. The employee was taken to the hospital for treatment and returned to work today. Installing another door for safer access to the chute.

Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee felt pain in back after getting off forklift - determined to be occupational illness

Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

The miner was assigned the task of changing the drive pulley on Coal Mill Line 1 main drive ID fan when around 11:45am EE's left index finger was caught between the sheave and drive belt. Medical attention was provided. No fractures and 22 stitches were given to EE's finger. Miner returned back to work on same day with no restrictions.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Ee was moving forklift and placed EE's hand in a pinch point between the fork and the assembly. Reported and did not seek treatment. On 4/28 EE requested to be seen at the clinic. Seen and diagnosed with a fracture to the tip of the left index finger. Released with restrictions that do not preclude full duty.

Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Driver was offloading at the Vertical when the line became plugged. EE shut down the air and went to work the plug. The cam lock came loose, and lime blew into EE's face. Driver was wearing goggles. Employee was prescribed medication for EE's eye.

Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A technician was troubleshooting an Enpak that had been intermittently going out. EE was reaching down to inspect the connections and wiring and caught EE's hand and finger on the fan blade causing a laceration. EE received several stitches at the local clinic and was released back to full duty the same shift.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

While positioning a barrel of solvent in the lube room of the 102. The employee's finger got caught between the barrel and the air compressor bank pinching the Left hand pinky finger crushing it between the barrel and the compressor bank.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

The employee climbed off the excavator to relieve themselves. Employee fell when standing on the ground and hit their shoulder/back of their head. Ended with bruising on the shoulder and a hairline fracture of the L2 vertebral. No treatment provided or needed. This was the employee's last day of work.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Electrician was stripping wire with a box knife, when the electrician pulled the wire the knife caught pinky finger requiring 3 stitches.

Struck by flying object

Miner was grinding off slag from a piece of angle iron, when the wind kicked up and changed direction and blew debri up under EE's safety shield and glasses, causing a piece of shard to get into EE's left eye. Eye was flushed and taken to Mercy health care. EE's eye was flushed at facility and given eyedrop medication.

Struck against a moving object

I.E. was driving empty coal hauler to the miner to get a load of coal. As they were driving they ran over a rock in the haul route. This caused them to be jarred in the seat. They bit down on their teeth causing the left front tooth to crack in half.

Struck by falling object

Employee was using z drill when steel came down and hit EE's arm. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Struck by flying object

The IE had been welding and cutting on belt structure. IE is not sure if metal got in eye or it was dust due to the high winds that day. The IE ended up going to the doctor to get the material removed, after attempts to wash it out were not successful. The IE received eye drops after the doctor removed the materials from IE's eye

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Drill crew was tripping in Tremie pipe and a driller assistant was attempting to remove the lifter with a pipe wrench when the pipe slipped downward causing the injured employee to get a finger pinched between the pipe wrench and the foot clamp. The injured employee sustained a laceration and possible fracture to employees right ring fingertip.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Lifter on the drill that suspends the pipe down hole slipped and smashed the driller helper's finger between the pipe holder (or clamp) and the lifter.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was taking a small boulder off of a locked-out conveyor. EE pinched the tip of right ring finger between the rock and the conveyor structure when removing the boulder. Stitches were needed for EE's fingertip.

Flash burns (welding)

Ee was using torch to heat a part to remove it when flashback occurred. Ee burned on both arms and face. Seen at ER, diagnosed with 1st and 2nd degree burns on both arms and face, and referred to clinic. Seen at clinic following day, released to restrictions.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee alleges EE was cutting top of belt on a conveyor with a knife and the knife slipped and cut EE's left forearm/wrist.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was putting rub rail back on the continuous miner. EE caught EE's finger between the rail and the c/m.

Unclassified, insufficient data

Ee running CIL circuit. At B-train, head tank was alarming at 10 ppm. Ee left area. Later EE was collecting samples on the A-train and reported EE's legs felt tense affecting EE's gait, balance, and EE was confused and shaky. Ee was administered a cyanokit as a preventative measure, taken to the ER, was observed, and released to full duty.

Struck by falling object

IP was maneuvering a small electrical motor for alignment when tool slipped and motor landed on EE's left hand index finger causing superficial damage.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

When attempting to close tailgate after dumping off, driver grasped tailgate bottom and pulled outward. As they let the tailgate fall to latch, they did not ensure fingers were clear of the pinch point. Their right, little finger was smashed. EE was diagnosed with a open fracture of the distal phalanx of the right, little finger and required 14 stitches to close the wound.

Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

Employee was clearing blockage from a closed conveyor belt gate; employee attempted to clear blockage with hands, moving conveyor belt moved the blockage while employee had hand on it and hand became wedged between belt and blockage causing injury to fingers on left hand.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employees were lifting a piece of ductwork into place to align the flanges to mark the holes, the ductwork pipe shifted pinching employees' thumb between the flanges resulting in a Laceration/Avulsion.

Struck against stationary object

Employee was cleaning out a toolbox in the shop. A utility knife with the blade open was in the bottom which EE cut EE's finger on. EE was taken to Concentra walk-in clinic where they medically glued the cut closed. No impairment and no lost time.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

An employee sustained an injury to left thumb. The injury occurred when employee was using a pry bar to remove a rock lodged between the conveyor belt and its supporting structure.

Struck against a moving object

While backing from the bank and preparing to load a haul truck, a ~2-ft. rock fell from the loader bucket. The operator did not see the rock, ran over it, and the loader became unstable and overturned on level ground.

Struck against stationary object

Employee was attempting to retrieve tools from the back of employee's pickup and cut right hand on an exposed, sharp, piece of metal located at the top of the tailgate. Employee received a cut to the top of right hand above the thumb which required 5 sutures.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was using a jig to install a pin in a loader. The jig has a nut at the end of threaded rod. The jig and pin tipped and the pin slid down the threaded rod and pinched employee's left pinky finger against the nut causing a laceration.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Drill helper was helping to remove a sub adapter from the roughneck by holding the elevated sub adapter prior to release. Once it was released, the weight of the adapter caused the sub to drop slightly causing the drill helper to pinch their middle finger between the threads of the sub adapter and drill rod; causing a laceration and fracture of the finger tip.

Struck by flying object

Employee was cutting a piece of belting with an oscillating tool. After completing the task they sat it down on the ground. While walking around to roll up belting they accidentally stepped on the battery portion of the tool and it flipped up and cut the back part of their calf. Supervisor took them to the hospital and they received 7 stitches.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was performing maintenance and repairs on center well of thickener/clarifier, while clearing mud off, the rake shifted and crushed right #3 middle finger resulting in cut/laceration without foreign body. EE was taken to medical facility and received stitches.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was tightening lugs on tire when employee set impact gun down and smashed left pinky finger between rim of tire and impact.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was getting mill liners ready for installation, when it slipped and pinched their finger.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Trying to dislodge a rock 17' down a bore hole with loading poles. The rock was dislodged and the poles rebounded and hit employee under the right eyebrow. Cutting EE with a 1' cut. EE was wearing safety glasses. EE was taken to the emergency care unit. for stitches.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee slipped on a wet platform as they stepped off the last step on stairs.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was trimming excess belt from a splice with a utility knife. The employees utility knife slipped from the belt and cut the employee on the right thigh. Employee received three sutures.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

While attempting to close tailgate on haul truck, employee placed hand in pinch point. When tailgate closed, hand was caught in pinch point injuring third right finger.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

When using a chain hoist to rig a conveyor belt, employee got hand caught between chain hoist and motor. Resulting in a finger laceration to the left pinky.

Fall onto or against objects

Our employee was gathering equipment at the jobsite and accidently tripped on a cable tray. As EE reached out to break EE's fall EE came in contact with a sharp piece of pipe where EE cut EE's right hand. Our employee was taken to an urgent care facility where EE received 5 stitches in EE's right hand.

Struck by falling object

Employee had drill a hole in the roof to install a bolt. The drill steel got stuck, EE was using both hands to pull the steel out of the hole. When the steel came out of the hole, it dislodged a piece of rock that struck the employee on the arm causing a laceration that required stitches.

Struck by flying object

Employee was installing a bit into the miner head. Driving the bit in with a hammer a piece of carbide came off the bit embedding in the right arm below the bicep. No work was missed.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was moving a jumbo drill steel and pinched left ring finger between the steel and the metal box on the loader fender.

Struck by powered moving object

Employee was struck by forklift forks

Struck against stationary object

Employee was cleaning out around a clamp on a waterline and cut EE's right index finger on a sharp rock. Glued the finger and no work was missed.

Fall from machine

employee was stepping off machine and stepped wrong on the first step starting from the top, they slipped and fell on their back. Other employees helped them get up, they did get the wind knocked out of them, but felt ok. Their supervisor did ask them if they wanted to go to the emergency room and they denied medical attention.

Struck against stationary object

employee walked down to service truck to get some magnets off back and when EE did EE dropped one and reached down to pick up when EE raised back up EE hit a piece of metal that was hanging from truck and it busted EE's head causing EE to have 2 staples to be in.

Struck by flying object

Contract employee was handing scaffold parts into the vessel at the CLP. There was some dust that got into EE's eyes from the parts as EE handed it to another employee. EE's left eye became red and irritated

Struck against stationary object

Employee retrieving a piece of steel plate from plate rack. While bending over another piece of punch plate contacted employee causing laceration to employees left cheek. No Lost time or restrictions. 4 Stitches administered.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was taking the top cover off the driver to work on the gear box. The EE was positioning themselves by the machine when they slipped on a hose, which was on the ground, and fell forward. They grabbed onto the guard of the machine, but continued to fall and contacted the ground causing a Closed Fracture to Upper Left Arm.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

An employee was using an angle grinder to debur a socket. The socket was placed in a vice, and the employee was holding the grinder with their right hand. The stopped the task, and moved the grinder to their left hand. While doing so, the grinding disc was slowing down but still spinning and contacted the back of their right hand resulting in a laceration.

Rubbed or abraded

On 4/5/2025, an incident was reported where an employee took off their hard hat to brush away dust, subsequently getting material in their left eye. The employee had reported the incident their following shift.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee stated while backing employee's 4-wheeler over to 1-A belt, employee's left thumb was caught between the steering wheel and an elevated fire valve that was pointing downward.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was using a pin from a clevis as a hammer to loosen tow rope from clevis. Employee went to an ER and received four stitches in left middle finger and medical glue on left ring finger. X-rays showed no fractures.

Struck by flying object

A bolt from the cheek plate in the primary jaw crusher dislodged and struck the employee in the mouth, causing a laceration to lip and broken teeth.

Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While performing a belt change, the employee crouched down to retrieve tools. As they attempted to stand, they applied pressure to their left knee, which resulted in a sharp pain. 5/2/2025 upgraded to Medical Aid. Grade 2 Sprain, requiring Physical Therapy

Struck by falling object

Mechanic was attempting to install a pin into the retaining cable for a Cat 785 rock truck when the cable slipped causing an incision in mechanic's right hand

Struck by falling object

Injured employee was hosting the chute below the scalping screen on the rotary breaker floor when a piece of rock fell and struck injured employee's hard hat causing a laceration requiring sutures to close. No time was missed as a result of the incident.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Removing sheave from electric motor, while trying to pull sheave off, C-clamp slipped smashing employee's Rt middle finger

Struck by falling object

Employee was riding in a manbus to the bottom, when a piece of draw rock fell out of the top striking employee on the left side of face/mouth, resulting in a broken tooth.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Crushing injury to thumb that resulted in a fracture

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee's finger was stuck on a table while operating machinery and was struck and smashed needing stitches.

Struck against stationary object

Employee was moving a piece of rock from a shuttle car. Employee was swinging the rock when their hand made contact with the canopy of the shuttle car causing the rock to cut their hand just below right hand. 5 stitches to close the wound.

(Not Elsewhere Classified)

The mine received a Self-Insured Employer Decision on 4/29/25 from a medical report dated 3/24/25 identifying a 7.97% permanent partial disability from noise-induced hearing loss. The miner retired on 4/2/25

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee is reporting bi-lateral carpal tunnel to wrist/hands from operating a Cat 992D pit loader. Employee is also complaining about shoulders hurting.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

EE has a sufficient degree of pneumoconiosis

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee was diagnosed with pneumoconiosis.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee was diagnosed with pneumoconiosis.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Exposure to Coal Mine Dust

(Not Elsewhere Classified)

Hearing test were conducted on 4/22/25. Hearing Test results received 4/29/25: Left ear has moderately severe hearing loss at some high frequencies. Required placement on MSHA log

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee was diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis. The employee was diagnosed with an additional 50% permanent partial disability. The employee filed on 1/23/2017. It didn't involve any compliance issues. No equipment involved. No other 50.20 criteria applies.

(Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee's annual hearing test determined they have a Standard Threshold Shift in their right ear.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

EE reported on 4/21 that on 4/19 and then again on 4/21 they smelled ammonia in their work area. On 4/21 they reported cough and burning in their lungs. Gas readings from their monitor did not show overexposure. Seen at clinic, diagnosed with possible chemical exposure/pneumonitis and released to restricted duty, no working underground pending follow-up. Site offered modified duty.

Contact with heat

Employee suddenly became nauseous, dizziness, and lightheaded. EE was taken to the shop and brought out of the elements and treated for over exertion. EE was given fluids and cooled down when EE started cramping. 911 was called while our first responders were treating for heat exhaustion. EE was then transported to the hospital and was diagnosed with dehydration.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

The Operator was notified on 4/14/2025 that the employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis.

(Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee went to an offsite doctor complaining of discomfort in the left knee and was scheduled for a knee procedure April 14, 2025 on EE's regularly scheduled 7-days off rotation. The EE returned to work April 18, 2025 on regular assigned activities.

(Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE felt pain in back and was diagosed with chronic degenerative condition.

(Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee has a confirmed STS in EE's left ear that has results in a loss of hearing >25dB

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

The employee was taken off work by employee's physician on 10/28/2024. Employee was terminated per company policy on 01/13/2025.The company was presented a positive Chest Radiograph on 04/07/2025.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

The Operator was notified on 4/2/2025 that the employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee reported to management on 4/1/25 of right and left hand/arm numbness. Nerve Conduction Study on 6/4/25 revealed right & left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. EE had right hand surgery on 7/17/25 and will return to work after left hand surgery scheduled for 8/7/25 is completed.

(Not Elsewhere Classified)

Issue not immediately reportable, however NGM did report as ee was found unconscious in EE's truck at end of shift. Ee transported to ER, diagnosed with a non-occupational seizure, and released to full duty effective 04/12/25.

(Not Elsewhere Classified)

Driver Had a Diabetic episode and fell off the top step of EE's truck. Causing EE to become unconscious and stopped breathing temporarily and cpr was giving. And was taken to the hospital.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was wire stripping using a Klever Kutter when the plastic edge of the tool broke causing the tool to slip and lacerate the palm of the employees left hand. Employee was taken to the Urgent Care and received 5 stitches with a return to Work as Tolerated.

(Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee's annual audiometric test determined EE has a Standard Threshold Shift (STS) in EE's left ear.

(Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee's annual audiometric test determined EE has a Standard Threshold Shift (STS) in EE's left ear.

Source: US Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) accident records, kept current weekly. Date filter uses MSHA's accident_dt field.