Mining Incidents in July 2026

2 employees became trapped in elevator between ground and 1st floor. Employees were able to exit around 3:12 am without injury. Elevator was locked out pending elevator company release.

On 07/30/2026 a roof fall occurred in Unit 1 specifically, room #2 at our 3+60 line at the station of 6+60 in the 2E/4N/3ME panel. The roof fall measured 18ft wide, 28ft long, and 2-3ft in height. No one was injured.

Customer driver misjudged a turn leaving the load out area at the plant and rolled EE's loaded trailer over on its side. Cab did not roll over. No injuries occurred.

Hoistman was signaled to move north conveyance into position for weekly cage inspections at the #2 shaft top station and the hoist tripped out on YA1 Converter fault. Electricians and an ABB technician performed troubleshooting and identified the cause to be a faulty breaker.

Light vehicle traveling up decline when an employee detected a burning odor. Smoke and flames were found coming from underneath vehicle. Attempts were made to extinguish however was unsuccessful and the mine was evacuated. No injuries occurred.

There was an unplanned roof fall in the 10th west panel in the #6 entry between 11+25 and 12+00.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 7/27/2026 at 2:35pm. The fall measured 16' wide by 85' long by 8' high. The fall occurred in 5 North Mains #4 Entry at 69 to 70xc. The area was posted on all sides, dangered off, and will not be cleaned up.

NDT results indicated the service hoist ropes met retirement criteria.

There was an unplanned roof fall in the 10th West Panel at 25+50 in the #7 entry .

An unplanned roof fall above the anchorage horizon of the installed roof support occurred at 50 block of the 1st Northeast Mains in the #6 entry.

Lighting strike cause grass fire that burned on edge of mine permit. Was put out by Rosebud County Wildland fire

The BMX Portal Elevator hoist was out of service due to a door switch fault at 10:50am. No persons were injured and 2 employees were entrapped due to this event. The Hoist elevator began operation again at 11:18am and the employees exited the elevator.

Auxiliary Cage in the main shaft conveyance taken out of automated use for unscheduled improvement/upgrades to provide corrective actions for a HP Near Miss incident. No injuries, damage to equipment, or entrapment were encountered. The work will focus on upgrades to the automation programming and interlocks.

A roof fall was discovered during the weekly air course walk at 3-13 in the return. It is above the anchorage point and is not passable. No other part 50 criteria applies.

A roof fall was discovered during the weekly air course walk at 2-34 in the return. The fall is approximately 12 to 15 feet long and above the anchorage point and is not passable. No other part 50 criteria applies.

The D2 Mine fan lost shore power and then transferred to the Mines generator. After this at 5:22am the generator lost fuel and the decision was made to evacuate all personnel from underground to the outside. Shore power was restored that morning at 8:37am and the mine was fire bossed and crews resumed work as scheduled.

At approximately 12:15 pm rock fell in front of shields 205 to 210 disrupting face ventilation.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 7/21/2026 at 1:40am. The fall measured 16' wide by 25' long by 10' high. The fall occurred on Mainline 13 Track at 13-41 crosscut, track to belt. The area was posted on all sides, dangered off, and will not be cleaned up.

Miner was starting up the crusher, had just powered everything on in the MCC then went up into the control tower and heard a loud pop noise and saw smoke come out of MCC knew there was a fire and evacuated and called supervisor. Fire department and power company came out to shut off electrical and put out the fire, fire department is investigating results pending.

Mechanic in Fines Crusher rod screen floor utilized passenger elevator to travel to the grade floor. While traveling down, the elevator stopped operating. Elevator company was contacted. While on the phone with the MSHA OneCall, were able to get elevator door open, and employee was able to exit. No injuries or property damage.

Contractor was using the clinker silo passenger elevator when it stopped in the middle of going to the top. They immediately called the Control Room to let them know, and an electrician was called to assist. After 35 minutes the car was lowered to the ground and the contractor was able to get out safely.

Electrical connection to the hoist failed causing the hoist to be inoperable.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 7/16/2026 at 2:25pm. The fall measured 16' wide by 40' long by 8' high. The fall occurred on Mainline 3 Track at 3-11 crosscut, track to belt. The area was posted on all sides, dangered off, and will be cleaned up.

Had a unplanned roof fall above the anchorage point. It was in a idle section. In West Bleeder entry #2 crosscut #35.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 7/15/2026 at 4:10am. The fall measured 16' wide by 30' long by 8' high. The fall occurred on Mainline 5 Track at 5-45 crosscut, track to belt. The area was posted on all sides, dangered off, and will be cleaned up.

Unplanned roof fall discovered reportable at the intersection approaching the #2 seal of the Sugar Run Seal Set at approximately 5:40 am on 07/15/2026. Fall was approximately 16' long, 14' wide, and 6' high. Area was mined near February of 1957. No problems with equipment or compliance issues, training or PPE.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 7/14/2026 at 4:50pm. the fall measured 16' wide by 25' long by 10' high. The fall occurred om Mainline 14 Track at 14-24 crosscut, track to neutral. The area was posted on all sides and dangered off.

An unintentional roof call occurred at previously mined area at 101 crosscut 3-4 entry. This was a continuation from a previous fall that occurred at 101 crosscut 5-6 entry. The approximate measurement of the fall is 110' by 16' by 10'. This fall was caused by adverse roof conditions in the form of deteriorating laminated shale.

Employee was in an elevator when it stopped between floors. Employee safely out of elevator after 45 min. Elevator was locked out pending release by elevator company.

A roof fall occurred at this location on 7/13/2026. The location was the 1st Panel South off the 3rd Main West at 0+00, between entries 6 and 7 on Unit #4. The fall measured 19ft wide by 25ft long by 6ft high. No one was injured and ventilation was not affected.

Damage received to aluminum rail of the service cage as the cage was shipped underground to transport materials. Downtime occurred due to repairs needed on the aluminum rail.

A ROOF FALL ABOVE THE ANCHORAGE OCCURRED IN CROSSCUT 12 BETWEEN ROOM 78 AND 79 THE FALL MEASURE APPROXIMATELY 20 FEET LONG BY 17 FEET WIDE THE MINE WAS MINING TOWARD A RIVER VALLEY WHICH MAY HAVE INFLUENCED THE FALL

An unintentional roof fall was discovered on 9 North Mains, in the Intake, 2 Breaks outby spad # 10634. The fall is approximately 30ft. long, 10-12 ft. thick, and 18 ft. wide. No injuries or entrapments occurred as a result of this incident. MSHA and WVMHST Officials have been notified.

An unplanned and reportable roof fall was discovered at 171 break F-Mains #4 entry. There were no injuries, no property damage, and the ventilation was not disrupted. This occurrence was immediately reported once it was discovered.

on 7 seam c in the intake at XC 4. the fall was in the intersection, 17 feet wide and 20 feet long and 9 feet high

We had a non-injury roof fall occurring on the Right Fork Mains, in the 3 Entry, at xcut 22. The fall occurred in the Secondary Escapeway. There were no employees underground at the time. It measured approx. 30'long X 65'wide X 4-5'thick. The area was dangered off, both agencies contacted. An action plan was submitted and approved. EE discovered the fall conducting weekly exam.

There was a unplanned roof fall at #11 Main North C, XC 50, #10 Entry.

A jumbo carriage was being lowered using the Service Hoist & was suspended under the conveyance & shoed to the shaft guides. At the 3,500' level, the hoist program detected a change in weight resulting in the hoist program stopping the hoist. Shaft repair crew went to inspect and at 10:47 AM, it was determined that the shoes came off the guide making the hoist unavailable for use.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 7/07/2026 at 12:48pm. The fall measured 16' wide by 40' long by 10' high. The fall occurred on Mainline 10 Track at 10-21 crosscut, track to neutral. The area was posted on all sides, dangered off, and will be cleaned up.

Employee was stuck in an elevator for approximately 3 hrs between floors. elevator technicians were called to move the car to the next landing. No injuries of illnesses as a result. MSHA hotline was called at time of event. Inspector already came to investigate

Unplanned inundation of methane occurred in 8W #3 entry while mining through the west leg of SC-6 CBM well. No problems with equipment or compliance issues, training or PPE.

An unintentional roof fall occurred at 3 South Mains, #8 Break, in the #7 Entry. The fall is approx. 5-6 ft high, 12 ft wide, and 15-20 ft long. No injuries, entrapments, ventilation disruption, or blocked travelways occurred. The area was dangered off and the lifeline rerouted.

Utility power outage caused the production hoist to be unavailable.

Violent storms over the weekend knocked down a tree, which in turn knocked down a power line causing the power to go out at the plant and to the pumps. Heavy rains in excess of 6 inches caused flooding. The heavy rain washed out berms and excessive water running down the decline into the mine. MSHA was notified about the flooding.

A roof fall occurred on the set-up face on HG 18 between xc 3 and xc 4 in the # 1 entry.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 7/05/2026 at 8:51am. The fall measured 16' wide by 50' long and 8' high. The fall occurred on Mainline 3 Track at 3-06 crosscut. The area was posted on all sides, dangered off, and will be cleaned up.

An unintentional roof fall measuring 16' long by 8' wide by 6.5' above anchorage occurred in the East Mains #1 track entry at 62 crosscut.

An unintentional roof fall measuring 24' long by 16' wide by 6.5' above anchorage occurred in the East Mains #1 track entry at 20 crosscut.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 7/02/2026 at 5:55pm. The fall measured 16' wide by 45' long and 10' high. The fall occurred on Mainline 16 Track at 16-31 crosscut. The area was posted on all sides, dangered off, and will be cleaned up.

An unintentional roof fall occurred along the 4 South track. The fall was in the 70th crosscut from the #6 to #7 entry. The roof in this area previously identified as an area concern and was supported and dangered off. The area proceeded to fall within the supports previously set. The fall was approx 60' by 16' by 8' high.

Roof fall in the return at spad #2417 between #1 and #2 entries. The fall was about 20' x 20' and 36" thick. The fall did not block the air course or travel way. It has been timbered off and dangered off.

Fall from height from 5th floor to 4th floor through open hatch. Employee was Canadian National and does not have social security number.

At roughly 12:30 am on Saturday 7/11/26 employee was overcome by clean coal while shoveling spillage out from bottom of Clean Coal Silo. Employee is currently in hospital. Vitals are stable but final outcome still TBD. ***EE passed away 07/20/2026***

Rear-end collision involving two haul trucks on a haul road.

At the time of filing it is believed the miner was riding on the back of a railcar when the railcar derailed and pinned the miner between the railcar and a nearby structure. The miner was transported to a medical facility where EE died the following day.

Employee was discovered at shield 74. The employee was found caught between the shield resulting in a head crushing injury. Employee was transported to the surface and EMS performed CPR until time of death was called.

A maintenance repairman was checking bearing shaft side to side clearance on a feeder vane, when another employee moved the bearing shaft. Their fingertip was cut off during the movement. They sought medical treatment for care of the finger tip.

Employee was lifting filter sections from machine and felt something pop followed by tightness in their lower abdomen. Employee was evaluated by site nurse and sent to local hospital where ultrasound revealed fat containing hernia.

Employee was carrying bolter bits to the bolter when they felt a pain in their groin.

While hitting an impact driver with a hammer to dislodge frozen bolt, IP inadvertently hit end of left thumb against metal object. Dx: Partial left thumb tip amputation.

Injured was placing wear liners inside of impact crusher. The liner got caught on a ledge and the injured felt discomfort while freeing the liner. Injured was diagnosed with a hernia on 08/04/2026.

Employee was finishing washing out tail pulley with a hose and went to get back into skid steer. When employee swung leg into the equipment, felt a pop in RH side groin area accompanied with severe pain and numbness of the thigh. Employee reached out on radio and returned to shop. Employee was seen by Fit for Work who recommended medical follow-up - suspected hernia.

The roof bolter operator was injured while installing a roof bolt into the drill chuck. Inadvertently hit the rotation, the operator's right glove became entangled with the spinning bolt, causing fractures to the right arm and amputation of the right thumb. The thumb was reattached. The employee started missing work on 7/8/2026.

Employee was in the process of replacing the metal guard over the pulley on 55 overland belt. While placing the guard back in place employee felt a pain in left groin. Employee was seen by a doctor on 7/21 and was diagnosed with a hernia. They worked all shifts without restriction until they were taken off for surgery on 8/17.

Injured employee was opening the North Approach door to the 7 North Shaft. As EE turned the latch handle, the pressure on the door caused it to pull away from EE. EE's right little finger was smashed between the door frame and door handle. EE instinctively jerked EE's hand out from between the handle and frame. This resulted in a partial amputation of EE's little finger.

A mechanic reportedly got something in their eye when washing a Haul Truck. The mechanic stated they did not feel any discomfort until they got home. After some time, the eye discomfort became pain, and the employee sought medical attention. The event went reportable 08/01/2026.

Employee reported eye irritation after roof bolting and the following week they sought additional medical attention, resulting in a small piece of metal removed from their right eye.

An employee was loading a metric ton bag onto a container trailer and their foot was caught between the forklift and the container wall as they were sitting the bag down in the container. The employee did not have their foot completely inside of the forklift cab.

The employee was using a dial indicator to check runout on a motor sheave. After positioning the dial indicator, the employee manually pulled on the belts to rotate the sheave. During this process, the employee's finger became caught between the belt and sheave.

Installing cats on C/M, rock fell of the C/M striking the injured on the left shoulder causing type 3 ac joint separation.

Mine Ops Employee caught on/struck by chain going under locked Mine Shop gate.

Employee experienced an ankle sprain when they had stepped over a vacuum hose while performing their job duties.

Employee slipped down a fixed staircase leading to the crusher control booth and rolled onto the wood floor injuring EE's left shoulder, elbow and scrapes to the back of EE's legs. This resulted in restricted duties.

IP was pumping grout for cable bolts, when a hole on the feed hose developed a hole, spraying grout onto their face and eyes. Injury diagnosed as severe ocular alkali burns and mild cornea edema.

A piece of chisel that employee was using broke off and embedded in their thigh.

Employee stated EE and other drivers were congregated at the portal to clock out at the end of their shift when the foreman drove through the congested area in EE's F-250 pickup and struck the employee on the left shoulder with the truck's mirror. The employee continued working until 8/17/26, when a physician removed EE from work.

Installing a hydraulic Pump on a boat, pump slipped on rigging and fell on thumb.

While walking down 10 belt at 75 block observing 2 employees carrying an air drill a rock fell from the top and struck EE, knocking EE off balance. EE fell to the ground on top of EE's left shoulder, resulting in a contusion to EE's shoulder. No problems with equipment or compliance issues, training or PPE.

Operator of a water truck started to pull themself up the ladder when they lost grip and fell backward. Event went reportable 07/30/2026.

Operator was attempting to pull a sample at #3 Settler Under Flow Strahman Valve. The sample valve came off and sprayed the employee on the left side of their face, left side of neck, left shoulder, and left arm.

EE was backing down out of cab of truck on drivers side. EE was holding drivers door with both hands & feet on top step. As they stepped down their left foot made contact with the lower step but slipped off. As they started to fall their body rotated outward away from cab & lost grip of door. During the fall they balled up & landed on their left shoulder onto a flat gravel lot.

Employee was welding on a belt structure when EE lost EE's balance and fell. EE landed on EE's left arm and felt immediate pain in EE's left shoulder. EE finished EE's shift but requested to see a physician afterward and was taken off work due to restrictions preventing EE from performing EE's normal job.

EE went to a chiropractor with lower back pain on 7/30/26. EE was treated by the chiropractor for the lower back pain. The chiropractor diagnosed the EE with lower back pain due to a repetitive injury from operation of a forklift truck.

Employee was setting a wrench onto the bolter when EE lost EE's footing on a slipper surface. employee fell backwards onto EE's back bending EE's lower right leg backwards causing a fracture of the lower right leg.

Tech was installing a bull gear into the final drive of a 793 haul truck. The gear hung from a crane hook by a strap; an installer bar was in the drive. While positioning the gear, the boom-up button was pressed instead of winch-up, raising the boom and shifting the gear, pinching the tech's finger against the installer bar.

Driver dismounted the vehicle and fell despite a large amount of signage in place stating that this practice is forbidden. Low walkway clearance (less than 8 inches on either side of the vehicle)

Driver dismounted their vehicle and fell depsite a large amount of signage in place stating that this practice is forbidden. Low walkway clearance (less than 8 inches on wither side of the vehicle)

EE was working on Loader 06-105 at the project site. The employee was replacing the gas shock on the equipment door. After removing the cover and reaching for the gas shock, the end of the shock broke off in EE's hand, causing EE to lose EE's balance and fall from the equipment. As a result of the fall, the employee struck EE's right knee and right shoulder.

Injured was loading supplies on CM (8W #2 51 blk) standing on the miner passing supplies to a miner on the offside. After miner was fully loaded they stepped down off miner and contacted a stored rib strap with left armpit and received a laceration that required 4 sutures to close. No problems with equipment or compliance issues, training or PPE.

Employee was using a water hose and fell off a ladder landing on EE's right foot. We took EE to the ER for examination. It was diagnosed as a broken heal bone.

Employee was standing on the back of the miner getting a roof strap when the operator lowered the boom of the miner down on top of the employees foot. The miner operator did not see the employee prior to lowering the boom. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

The employee was attempting to loosen a bolt on the large hydrosizer when EE felt a pain in EE's right shoulder. EE received restrictions limiting the use of EE's right arm.

Employee was using a crowbar to put tension on the new V belts on the HP-400 Crusher; the crowbar slipped out of place and struck them across the upper facial area.

Employee was climbing up ladder of water truck after filling water tank. About an hour later, employee indicated pain, soreness, and swelling in right knee.

Employee started shoveling and realized their back was in pain in the beginning of their shift. Event went reportable 07/30/2026.

I.E. was trying to pry rocks off of the tail drive when a rock fell between the shields and smashed EE's right ring finger.

Employee was securing an excavator to a lowboy trailer for transport when they experienced pain in their left shoulder while tightening a chain binder. The injury was initially diagnosed as a shoulder strain that did not require medical treatment. However, after they continued to experience shoulder pain, an MRI was performed and revealed a rotator cuff tear.

Employee was cleaning a rock off the top of continuous miner. As they pulled the rock off the CM they were struck in the left ankle. This resulted in a fracture of the left ankle. The employee was taken off work due to doctor's restrictions as of 7/29/2026.

A miner was walking to the locker room from RM area when they tripped on a layflat rug and fell down. EE was able call for assistance which arrived quickly. First aid started with a cool compress. The miner was taken to the local urgent care for evaluation which determined they sustained a right ankle sprain. A splint and crutches were provided, a follow up provided a walking boot.

Employee was repairing airlock doors when the top beam fell, striking employee in the right forearm. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

on 8/11/2026 the company was notified it was deemed as a work-related injury. Employee engaged in non-work-related activities by rushing down the stairs to give another employee a fork when EE slipped and fell resulting in a lumbar compression fraction

Employee was repairing airlock doors when the top beam fell, striking employee in the left wrist and hand. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

An employee had cleared a blockage in the portable crusher and they were exiting the crusher. There were rocks that slid down a slope as they exited and one struck their middle finger. They received an open fracture when this occurred and required medical treatment.

Injured employee was in the process of removing bolts on the auger and the carriage inadvertently shifted and crushed employee's foot between the carriage and an I beam.

TM backed scraper into 2nd scraper.

An employee was working to change out a cylinder on a personnel lift on a dozer in the shop. At some point during the process, they stepped into the basket, and it free-fell approximately three-quarters of the way down. During the decent, the employee fell from the basket to the ground, hitting EE's head.

Employee had just started shift and was backing EE's tractor up to a supply trailer, when EE struck the rib causing it to fall off striking EE's right arm, shoulder, and elbow. EE continued to work until 8/18/26 when a physician gave EE restrictions preventing EE from performing EE's normal job.

Employee was in the process of bolting with a jackleg when a small rock (approx. 2") fell from above and contacted their left eyebrow area. The rock caused a small laceration requiring 6 sutures to close.

While attempting to get into the passenger side of a private vehicle, employee rolled their right ankle and fell to the ground on their right side fall resulted in pain to the right hip. The employee then attempted to get to their feet again and fell on the same hip, causing more pain. The employee was transported to a medical facility in Reno, NV still trying to confirm diagnosis

Two employees were operating a drill rig and breaking it down to move to another location. The banjo box was being lifted from the ground into a vertical position for transport when the cable broke and the banjo box fell, striking the employee injuring EE's right leg, nose and face.

Employee was getting off of the loader and slipped and fell

Employee was operating a roof bolter when EE pinched EE's finger.

While applying downward force on a valve an employee experienced pain in their right shoulder.

While pulling forward with the bed raised to plug out, the front wheels lifted off the ground. When the front end came back down, the operator began to feel pain in their back. Went reportable 07/26/2026.

IE was washing on the slope and due to being wet and dirty as they worked their skin became irritated.

Employee was mounting a dust box on CM Bolter station when dust box dropped and landed on employees finger. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

While attempting to loosen the tight drain plug using a socket and ratchet on the front wheels of a haul truck for the final drive oil the socket slipped off causing the employee to jerk backwards and lose balance. The sudden movement caused strain the lower back.

While advancing shields and Pan in G-6 longwall section, a large portion of the roof fell filling up the pan-line. A rock approx 6ft by 2 ft by 6 inches came out of the pan-line and struck the employee on the back of the right leg. The employee suffered a fractured tib/fib as a result.

On July 25, 2026, while bent over assisting a three-person crew lifting and positioning an approximately 200-lb silo spout, the employee experienced sharp lower-back pain. The employee was medically evaluated. MRI results were reviewed on September 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM, resulting in a work-related diagnosis and physician-issued restrictions, making the injury reportable.

The employee was attempting to change the cartridge in a grease gun, and when EE went to pull the plunger back, EE felt a pop in EE's shoulder.

Employee was standing on the back of miner getting a roof strap when the operator did not see the employee and lowered the boom of the miner down on top of the employee's foot. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was going to stand barrel up and felt a pop in EE's right inside elbow. Employee had to have surgery to fix torn bicep tendon.

While in #2 entry waiting on miner, EE set down behind #18 stinger (4 wheeler). Section boss backed stinger up, and bumped EE with corner of stinger to back. EE was able to finish shift. On Monday 7/27/26 EE went to get x-rayed, they have EE off work till EE follows up with doctor the following week.

While cleaning pile in walkway between conveyor and elevator, the employee's left knee made contact with a machine guard on conveyor tail pulley. Upon contact, employee felt pain in left knee and was taken to the ER. Employee was given work restrictions and lost time.

Employee was pulling cable for slack to hang, slipped in hole and mud and twisted EE's right knee.

Operator slipped while working on a sheave. This resulted in them falling and the sheave falling causing a cut on their left leg.

Employee was walking and fell resulting in hurt right ankle and scraped their left elbow/arm. Injury went reportable 07/23/2026.

IE was positioning themselves in the driver seat of a mantrip and their knee was driven into the operators box as they sat down. Injury was not the result of a training or compliance issue.

Employee was opening a flush water ball valve to the tails launder in the mill basement. The valve was difficult to operate, so the employee used a wheel chock to strike the valve in an attempt to open it. During the task, the employee sustained an injury to the left shoulder.

Employee injured right biceps while moving a piece of large rock. They worked unrestricted until 8/2/26, began missing work 8/3/26. This incident did not involve any aspect of compliance with rules and regulations; mine equipment or mining system; job skills and miner proficiency, training and attitude; or protective items relating to clothing, or protective devices on equipment.

EE was working inside a dust collector. The employee attempted to lift and remove the bag with the help of two employees. The EE had their right hand placed below the cage housing allowing for their right index finger to become pinched. The employee sustained a laceration injury and fracture to the right index finger.

Employee was attempting to close the maintenance gate on the silo when they felt a pop in their elbow. Employee declined medical treatment until 07/31/2026. On 08/11/2026, it was discovered that the employee had ligament tears in their elbow.

While tightening a flange on a flex pipe assembly using a strap wrench, the wrench strap failed unexpectedly, causing a sudden release of force. The employee's arm and shoulder were forced backward, resulting in pain, discomfort, and limited range of motion. Medical evaluation found no fractures; however, further evaluation was ordered to assess any potential soft tissue injury.

IE strained their back while shoveling coal fines from shield toes.

IE was assisting an EE in reconnecting a broom handle to a vacuum hose, Prior to the repair, IE properly shut down the vacuum using the safety T to eliminate the vacuum hazard Once the repair was completed, EE turned to resume work while IE walked away and loss IE's footing due to slippery surfaces resulting in injuring IE's foot.

Miner was lifting hanging rods and putting them in a basket to go into the shaft during a lining project. The miner bent down and was twisting while lifting which resulted in a minor strained muscle in EE's upper back. The miner worked through the shift went home and the next morning decided EE needed to be seen at the doctors office.

Employee was trying to get a stuck drill steel out of the roof. When they reached up with right hand and yanked down the steel, they felt a sharp pain and a pop in their right shoulder. Employee was taken off work on 07/23/2026 due to doctor's restrictions.

Employee lost their balance and instinctively placed their hand on a job box to stabilize themselves. The movement caused the job box lid to close, striking the back of their right hand. Went reportable on 07/23/2026.

Employee was attaching a tooth on an excavator and a sliver of steel came off the hammer and went into their left forearm.

While cleaning out a process pond with a vac truck hose, the victim got some material on EE's upper arm which EE washed off. EE felt some irritation and then burning sensation so EE got out of the pond and used the emergency shower to wash off further. EE was still burning so EE was sent into the hospital in Fallon.

IE was pulling shields when they got water and fines in their boot causing it to rub their right ankle raw.

While positioning a hydraulic ram to tighten a crusher, the employee placed EE's left hand in a pinch point. The ram twisted due to improper installation, pinching the left thumb and causing loss of the thumbnail, soft tissue damage, and two stitches.

EE was stepping back after hooking up rigging and stepped into a low spot which caught EE's foot as EE fell. EE applied ice and rested it for 6 days with little improvement so got x rays on 7/27 which showed a broken bone in EE's ankle. EE is cleared for light duty work at this time.

Employee was bolting off the miner when reached up to grab a roof strap and struck right elbow on the bolting station. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Loading 16ft cable bolts on bolter. The helper threw a cable bolt across and hit the operator in the eye. In result fracture eye socket.

During a torquing operation, a RAD torque machine was inadvertently activated while the employee's left hand was on the reaction arm. The resulting movement of the reaction arm pinched the employee's left index finger against a steel structure, causing a finger fracture and requiring stitches.

EE pulling tote from conveyor belt drop chute using rope w/come-along, felt sudden pain in rt shoulder. Reported incident, went home, slept, asked to be seen by provider after they woke up with pain. Diagnosed with strain, referred for MRI, released to modified duty.

Employee was cleaning up around conveyor belts C120 and C125, when they went to toss a partially filed shovel of dirt they felt a pop in their lower back.

Repairing a belt

EE was disconnecting an air hose and it popped up and hit around EE's eye.

Ee working from scissor deck. Deck tipped, ee hung onto the upper rail, but reports striking ground when deck landed. Reported the incident, no injury reported. Worked 2 shifts, went on 5 days off. On 7/30 EE reported to NGM that EE was seen by a doctor on 7/28 and diagnosed with a fractured rib. Put off work as of 7/30, filed WC claim 8/4, follow-up 8/17.

Employee was replacing a blown hose on the angle bolter. When they were getting down from the bolter, they placed their weight on to left leg and left knee gave out. Employee finished their shift. Was seen on the 22nd of July and diagnosed and taken off work with a possible tear to their ACL in their left knee.

Operator was cleaning in the Primary Crusher basement when they stumbled on a rock on the floor causing fall. Employee reported after getting up, shoulder fell out of socket causing pain. Employee self-relocated shoulder and was evaluated by site EMT and transported to local ED for imaging which revealed bone fragments and degenerative mineralization and tendon calcification.

Oiler was attempting to remove a rock from a tail pully using a pry bar. The bar slipped and EE's right hand impacted the belt frame, lacerating and breaking EE's index finger in two places.

Employee stated they had stagged up a set of loose forks off an IT to work on, when one of the employees bumped one of them and they fell over striking employee on the top of their right foot

While carrying a case of water in the office, the miner tripped on a rug, hitting their head on the wall and sustaining a concussion.

Was operating RT53 (830E), while getting loaded by EX06 (O&K 200), the bucket hit the tail shoot of the rock truck jarring the operator.

Employee twisted left knee while walking on uneven ground.

IE was taking a break on tight side of belt to drink water. A rock fell and hit IE in the left knee. Injury was not the result of a training or compliance issue.

The employee was laying out some pipe to bury, stepped backward, lost footing, and fell. EE sought medical attention on July 28, 2026 and was diagnosed with a fibula fracture.

Employee was rock dusting belt by hand, when they felt a sharp pain in lower back.

Employee was operating a skid steer and while backing away from the pile the machine bucked due to uneven ground. When the equipment bucked it caused the employees feet to fly up and come down outside the cab and was pinched between the bucket and the entrance step. This caused injury to both the employee's feet.

Employee was roof bolting in the face of #2 right on B TG when a piece of draw rock fell between bolts striking employee in the right lower arm.

The employee was driving the manlift from tower 7 to the tower 80 work area. During the trip, the manlift traveled over an uneven section of the floor, causing the employee to twist and injure their right ankle.

Two employees were working together to stack filter plates. while one employee was positioning a plate, the plate was pushed from the other side, pinning the employee's left thumb between the plate and an i-beam.

IE was on a crew changing rollers on the beltline. While crossing a designated belt cross-over, IE bumped head against a roof bolt, resulting in a headache. Injury was not the result of a training or compliance issue.

A piece of poly pipe was being moved when the pontoon/float attached to it rolled as the excavator operator was turning and contacted the rear of the employees left leg causing the employee to fall backwards and strike their head on the ground.

Injured employee stated that while descending a ladder the chain hoist that EE had previously installed fell and knocked the ladder out from under EE causing EE to fall to the concrete floor below resulting in a fracture to EE's right wrist.

walking on wooden walkway the floor beneath gave way and the employee fell partially through the walkway

The employee was removing a flywheel from a jaw crusher motor using a mechanical puller secured by a chain attached to a support structure. The mechanic released the puller prematurely, causing the flywheel to fall onto the employee's right foot instep, resulting in an injury consistent with at least a sprain.

Employee was sitting on a bucket using a torch to cut links out of a chain on the surface high wall miner. Employee stated they felt their foot get hot. Employee stated they had a small red spot on left foot big toe at the joint. Employee went to seek medical treatment 2 days after the incident.

Employee was side bolting off of the miner in the 15L Tailgate section. EE was stepping down from the miner after grabbing a strap from the strap tray. While stepping down EE felt a pain in EE's left knee. Employee was taken off of work until EE receives a MRI on August 4 to examine EE's left knee.

Employee felt pop in left shoulder while lifting miner cable.

Employee stepped on an old splice that was under trona. When they stepped on the belt their ankle rolled inward.

EE was install conduit after re-entering the CM cable, when EE felt pain in EE's left bicep.

Employee was washing boots off with portable hot pressure washer. While doing so a stream of hot water entered EE's boot causing burns to top of left foot.

While walking across a mine floor, the injured worker twisted their knee and felt a pop.

Employee was installing a roof bolt that was slightly bent and as EE attempted to straighten it, EE bumped the rotation causing it to spin and strike EE's left wrist. EE was seen at the ER where x-rays revealed a fracture and was taken off work due to restrictions preventing EE from performing EE's normal duties.

While welding windows on a carbon column tank, a fresh carbon transfer was happening in the area. During the transfer water that had carbon in it sloshed down onto the area of work. Water with carbon splashed onto the welder's hood while it was up and a piece of carbon got into their eye. They tried to flushed it out at the sink.

Lowering self into pond with a ladder to cut off discharge pipe. The ladder sank in the mud. To stabilize self, EE reached EE's right arm on the bank of the pond and felt a stretch in EE's right shoulder.

Employee stated that they were walking with an oil jug, slipped and felt something pull in their stomach.

While recovering belt structure at XC 69-70 Belt Entry on last Pony, a top roller fell on the contractors right foot. This resulted in a fracture.

EE had parked truck at equipment line and gotten off truck (end of shift)when they decided to walk towards another parked haul truck to let the operator know about chock block. They walked over a small pile of wood from a new oil storage building that had just been built when the piece of wood moved causing them to lose footing and fall backwards onto ground.

Employee was raising gate to allow vehicle off property. The gate broke and hit EE's right hand, breaking 2 fingers and cut hand.

While a miner operating a haul truck was parked in a passing bay, another haul truck traveling down the ramp made contact with the bed of the parked haul truck. The miner of the parked truck received first aid for neck pain and was later transported for further evaluation. The miner was given time away from work.

I.E. was helping drag cables when they stepped on a rock and the cable being drug tripped them up and they fell on their knee.

Employee was collecting trash from receptacles in employee parking lot and putting the trash in a pickup truck. They exited the truck to pick up trash and while employee was outside the vehicle, the truck began to roll backwards. They tried to jump into the truck to stop it and while doing so, tripped. The truck rolled over their right leg and fractured their right foot.

Employee smashed a finger between conveyor leg and conveyor.

Employee was attempting to remove a cover on the pan jack pin of a CM. While swinging a hammer, on the back swing, left elbow struck the underside of the CM head. Employee continued to work until 9/14/2026 when they were taken off work due to doctor's restrictions.

Employee was resetting the G2 crusher. As employee was closing the crusher they felt a pop in (R) shoulder.

Employee was dismounting a track dozer and felt pain in the left middle finger. After and X-ray at the ER, it was determined that the employee had a fracture.

Changing drill bit on hammer drill when drill sleeve fell striking employee on left forearm.

The employee was attempting to hook up a come-along under the feeder belt when it came unhooked and hit EE in the head.

Walking down a flight of stairs, the miner scratched the back of EE's lower left leg on a stair. Scratch introduced staff infection into the blood stream.

Employee was rib pinning when a rock fell from the top, hitting the vent tubes then the rock and vent tubes knocked the employee to the ground. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

CONTUSION OF RIGHT FORN WALL OF THORAX, CONTUSION OR RIGHT SHOULDER, SPRAIN OF LIGAMENTS OF LUMBAR SPINE

The employee was mounting an excavator when they felt something in their right shoulder pop. The employee stated that they did not slip, fall, or do anything out of the ordinary to cause an injury. The employee's shoulder was found to be dislocated and put back into place at the ER.

I.E. was carrying an air tank to the face when EE slipped on shield #2 and the tank fell on EE's finger.

Moving crane pad into position, individual strained their lower back.

Employee stepped into a pile of sand and twisted EE's knee.

while drilling ee felt a sharp pain in lower back and left leg.

While sitting bits on the H/G drum of the shear, a piece of scale rock fell out of the roof from in front of the shield and pushed / pinned them up against the drum on the shear. They did not start loosing time until 7/15/26.

Injured parked scoop between airlock doors 2-3 at 53 block 7W and stepped on a block of coal while dismounting scoop, twisting EE's right knee. No problems with equipment or compliance issues, training or PPE.

Employee noticed lime burns to both wrists as they deconned their PPE for their lunch break. Employee reported injury to safety rep., treated by clinic per company policy, placed on light duty, and prescribed antibiotics on 7-16-2026 as a preventative measure for the burns in-case it was to become infected.

Employee was assisting another employee lifting a blower off of a pallet to the floor when they felt discomfort in right shoulder. Injury did not become reportable until 9/1/2026 when physician prescribed restrictions escalating to recordable.

EE was nipping for a jumbo drill when they slid the bolting steel onto the striker bar, EE was positioned awkwardly when they felt a pain in their left shoulder. DX tear of left glenoid labrum.

Employee operating FEL pushing up material that had been scaled from roof in preparation for bolting the following day. A section of material (approx. 6'x8''x1') fell on the engine compartment of the loader. The impact jarred the machine & operator. Employee was seen at local ER & given these restrictions-"no heavy lifting or strenuous work" and given a RTW date of 7/20/2026

Normal, sunny, dry conditions. Twisted/sprained ankle.

Employee state EE was in the process of unloading/swinging belt rollers when EE felt a pop in EE's right bicep. The employee was taken off work on 7/27/2026. This incident is being reported as an LTA.

Employee was rib pinning when a rock fell from the top and struck employee in the hard hat and left arm. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was hoisting loader lift cylinder with truck crane when they pinched their left middle finger between the chain and cylinder.

Employee reported on Monday, 7/13/26, that on Friday, 7/10/26, they believe they injured their back while opening and closing rail car hatches and assisting with troubleshooting a clogged chute. The employee was advised to seek additional medical attention and subsequently went to clinic, where they received an injection and were placed on work restrictions.

Employee was removing a rub rail from a continuous mining machine when the rub rail came down on top of the employee's left foot.

Employee had been bolting mesh outby the section. They stopped to load T-Channel and while lifting a stack of T-Channel straps hurt EE's lower back. EE continued to work until the 20th of July before seeking Medical attention.

An employee was climbing the ladder to get in the cab of their loader and felt pain in their right thigh. They sought medical care and was written off work until 07/20/2026.

employee alleges the auto darkening on welding hood did not engage and their eyes sustained minor flash burn

Miner injured bicep while reinstalling guard. Accident became reportable when surgery was performed on the injury.

Employee was walking 3 Right #3 Belt when EE felt a pain in EE's lower back on the left side.

Employee was dropping bolt machine cable. The employee unhooked one side of the nylon hanger to let the cable drop. The weight of the cable spun the hanger around. The metal hook (on the hanger) hooked into the frame of safety glasses and the hook slid up the face cutting the bottom eyelid. It took 6-8 stitches to close the wound.

The employee applied force to the ignition key without maintaining proper grip and control. Contributing factors: use of a key ring with multiple keys; failure to follow supervisory instructions; lack of hazard recognition. Root cause: noncompliance with operating instructions and use of an inadequate key system for safe equipment operation.

Miner injured their bicep when lifting dehumidifier box. Became reportable at time of surgery on 8/18/2026

Injured was walking and shoveling spillage along 6 belt at 120 block when a rock dislodged from the top and hit them in the back near the left shoulder blade area, resulting in a contusion. No problems with equipment or compliance issues, training or PPE.

Employee was walking up to the continuous miner, as they approached the miner they slipped and fell striking the right side of their face on the miner resulting in fracture to cheek bone.

Employee suffered injuries to the top of EE's left foot and toes when a piece of stone fell from the rib and penetrated EE's leather mining boot just behind the steel toe.

Employee was having continuous left shoulder pain from performing manual labor. Resulted in left shoulder sprain.

During a pre-trip inspection, the rigger was directed to the opposite side of the engine compartment. Instead of climbing down to go around, they walked across stored wood mats on the crane. The mats shifted, causing them to fall and fracture their ankle

On 7/8/26 driver pulled up on shot pattern at 9:30 am. Placed the truck in park and exited the cab using 3 points of contact. As EE was stepping off the last step to the ground EE felt EE's back stretch. The last step off was higher than normal due to uneven ground conditions. Driver didn't notice any pain that day. Progressively got worse after 5 days (7/12/26).

Employee was moving an electrical cabinet on the forks of a telehandler. When setting down the cabinet, the cabinet slid, pinching left middle finger causing a laceration, resulting in restricted duty

Miner was moving bearing. The bearing slipped, causing an injury to right shoulder.

Flushing out lines on the 9 dump, while attempting to adjust the wobbler the wobbler tip broke off and raffinate solution sprayed the employees head/face area. The employee used their hands to wipe their eyes and got solution in their eyes.

Injured stopped trip to see if trucks were on track near 28 block 9 North and while standing next to de-railed block car a cube of block slid off and landed on their left foot, causing a contusion. No problems with equipment or compliance issues, training or PPE.

EE was cutting a tree that was laying on the ground. The tree had pressure on it from surrounding trees. Upon cutting partially through the tree, it released, striking EE in the ribs. EE was transported to medical center by personal vehicle. They found 3 fractured ribs and a partial collapsed lung.

Employee bent over, picked up one solid cinder block and felt sharp pain in EE's lower back, finished EE's shift then went to ER after work and they give EE 3 days off, EE's now being treated by chiropractor and has been give off more time, we still have no diagnosis from a Dr as to why EE's off work

SW-EW Employee sustained laceration and fracture injury to finger working with pipe/fusing machine.

Customer tanker truck did not follow loading procedure and pulled forward causing the tanker lid to push the employee who was loading the truck's foot into the access ladder. The event resulted in a high ankle sprain.

Employee was shoveling material and felt a painful pop in EE's lower back.

Injured was using a bar to assist in throwing the Sugar Run Crossover switch and felt pain in the middle of their back from a muscle strain. No problems with equipment or compliance issues, training or PPE.

Employee was helping to install a transmission in a Mack Coal Truck when a piece of dirt fell into EE's right eye. (Employee was wearing safety glasses at the time of the accident)

Employee was in the process of picking up a bundle of 6 foot roof bolts from the scoop bucket. While picking them up to place them on their right shoulder, they felt a pain in their right shoulder. Employee worked all scheduled shift until they were taken off on the 22nd for July after being diagnosed with torn rotator cuff and scheduled for surgery to repair.

As employee was climbing into their truck at the mine, their hand slipped off the handhold and they fell to the ground. Employee sustained a strain to their right hip and back.

IE was walking in battery barn when IE felt pain in their back. IE sat down to try and eat lunch but the pain intensified. IE was transported to Hospital by a company official.

Employee was operating a locomotive (LM43) on #4 Section (C-6) track at XC #42, when another motorman pulling a J-Loader on locomotive (LM85) lost control, slid backwards down the hill, and collided with EE's locomotive (LM43) causing two (2) fractured ribs and lacerations of the spleen.

Employee attempted to close the door of a wet scrubber after inspection; However, door slammed shut, catching the employee's left ring finger above the fingernail and resulting in an injury to the fingertip. Event went reportable 07/06/2026

Employee was using a hammer to drive a pin out of a piece of equipment and smashed their right index finger while striking the pin.

Injured EE was was walking near the Mill 5 Feed box and slipped on some mud lost balance and reached for the handrail to catch themselves. While doing so they felt a pop in right shoulder.

Employee was unloading supplies out of the back of a mantrip. Underneath the supplies was a steel band that had been cut. As the employee was unloading the supplies, the employee was struck in the left eye by the steel band.

Employee was climbing a ladder and then felt a strain in EE's left wrist.

IP was working on removing a hydraulic filter. During the process they removed a cotter pin that secured the lid, and the lid fell on their thumb. Thumb was pinched between lid and wall. DX: crush injury, right thumb

Incoming Cleco power tripped to the site, causing the 14 ft hoist to trip and the hoist brakes to immediately apply. Personnel riding in the skip sustained injuries due to the force of the stop when the brakes applied.

Incoming Cleco power tripped to the site causing the 14 ft hoist to trip and the hoist brakes to immediately apply. Personnel riding the skip sustained injuries due to the force of the stop when the brakes applied.

Hit left ring finger with 4 lb. hammer. Open laceration and fracture of tuft of distal phalanx of finger.

Employee was struck with metal screen and fell to the ground.

Employee was welding when the welder stopped working, employee raised hood and received flash burns when welder suddenly arc. Mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor, PPE was a factor.

EE was standing on guarding rail 3 ft in air when rail broke; they extended left hand to break fall & crashed into the nearby wall w/that hand. EE ended up w/ scratch on L forearm, pain in L shoulder/R lower back. Worked rest of shift. Stiff/sore next day so went to Dr, was put on restrictions we can't accommodate, so lost time eff. 7/4.

Employee was lying on EE's back using EE's feet to position a jaw crusher toggle plate during an unplanned repair following a tension rod failure when EE experienced lower back pain. Employee continued working. On 7/10/2026, employee aggravated the injury while lifting a 5-gallon bucket during quality control sampling and reported the injury to management.

Employee was opening the can of welding rod and the lid cut their left hand.

Employee was scaling when the bar slipped and sent a shockwave to their shoulder. While employee did not feel like it was an issue that day it did not heal quickly so 2 months later they asked to go have it looked at their shoulder is not bothering them the issue is their pinky finger is numb is the morning when they wake up.

Miner misjudged the number of step walking down stairs, missed the last two steps, caught balance and returned to work area. Within 15 minutes they began having pain in upper thigh area and asked to leave work for the day.

EE was putting miner chain back together with sledge hammer hit EE's left knee with hammer

Driller was attempting to put a grading in place when EE lost footing and slipped through the area around the head on the drill. EE hit just under EE's knee with the grading that was already in place. EE's helper helped EE out and EE went to the first aid kit; saw it was a deep cut and called Supervisor who in turn called Safety to assist. Went to the ER and received 10 stitches.

TRYING TO CLEAR A BRIDGED UP ROCK IN ROCK BOX ABOVE JAW CRUSHER, ROCK SHIFTED AND HIT HAND BETWEEN DIGGING BAR AND ROCK BOX

employee was removing teeth from excavator bucket by striking tooth with a hammer. A small piece of metal (1/8"x1/4") broke off the tooth and struck the employee in the upper right leg (thigh). The small piece of metal penetrated work pants and into the leg. No impairment to leg but employee taken to local hospital to get it looked at.

Employee was installing a roller under the conveyor belt. While applying physical force the employee experienced acute back pain strain, resulting in pain and limited mobility. Employee was removed from task and referred for medical evaluation.

While manually aligning a rail car knuckle, the employee strained EE's shoulder while applying force upwards in a lifting motion. The employee reported shoulder pain and limited range of motion. No property damage occurred, and the extent of the injury will be determined following medical evaluation.

Employee was cutting the horizontal flange of an 8" I-beam off to make a T-beam. After making the final cut on the beam, a piece 8" wide x 12' approximately 250lbs. fell striking the employees left foot.

excavator operator stepped out of the cab and onto the track. While standing on the track the employee started to slip but caught self. The act of catching EE's balance caused a sharp pain in EE's right knee. Employee had this knee replaced about 6 months prior to incident.

Employee was clearing brush from a power line right away below savage shop and stepped in a hole that was hidden by grass. This resulted in a sprain, possible fracture of EE's left ankle.

Employee was standing on dredge letter during cutterhead replacement. EE tripped and fell backwards. EE immediately got up and said EE was ok and continued to work. On 8/3/2026 EE reported shoulder pain related to that fall. Safety representative took EE to doctor, and EE was placed on light duty for a week with follow up scheduled for 08/10/2026.

Employee was cleaning the C-3 Conveyor Deck with a shovel while the plant was running. EE's Left Hand got caught by a trough Idler and was pinched between the belt & idler.

Employee was walking in a work area and suddenly felt like EE was being bit. The employee removed EE's shirt and had other employees examine EE for bites. The employee described feeling stinging. The employee did not report the incident until 7/28/2026 by way of texting after not showing up for work.

While closing the crusher jaw EE bent over to pick up a shim and twisted EE's back causing right side lower back pain

Miner was shoveling light build up off of a catwalk. Felt something in neck that brought them to their knee. Requested medical, CT scan was done. No known injury, miner was released back to work. Pain continued went back to Dr on 07/20/2026 and got a doctor note requiring time off/ modified duty.

Employee was stepping down from the passenger side of a semi-truck. When first foot touched the ground, they tripped and fell back into a concrete barrier, approximately 20" away from the truck.

The individual was cleaning the hoppers near the plant, when a heavy rock fell from one of the hoppers and rolled onto EE's right hand. This resulted in a bruised and swollen right hand.

The employee was not working on the date said injury occurred. They stated that they injured an abdominal muscle while working on some belting, doing routine maintenance. Last day of employment was July 7th.

An employee was cleaning the tracks of an excavator when they felt a pop above their groin. Was treating with first aid measures until restrictions were given on 7/21

Employee was drilling a hole into poly to line up the hole in the metal sheet and employee drill hit the metal hole causing the drill bit to get caught and spun around hitting the employees' nose and face.

Mine Tech Employee felt shoulder pain at the end of shift following repetitive lifting of 5-gallon buckets into pickup truck and emptying 100-pound sandbags into a bin. Late reported on 7/8/2026.

Employee stepped off of excavator on uneven ground and sprained knee

Operator of Haul Truck was attempting to mount truck and strained back.

Pulling cable out of the water during repairs, lead to a strain in lumbar region.

moving a hose when struck in right knee by the bucket of a skid steer

Miner was performing housekeeping duties when their arm was sucked into the vac truck hose

The CMV Driver was walking towards the semi-trailer when their right toe caught something on the ground causing them to trip and they landed on their right side with their arm caught underneath them. They impacted their right wrist and shoulder, their arm made contact with their right upper ribs when they hit the ground.

Left index finger caught between two anvils

While replacing a screw conveyor at the Kiln Baghouse, an employee sustained a lower back burn from alkali powder exposure. The injury worsened over two days despite first aid and was reported to supervision and Health & Safety. The employee was later treated at a clinic, received a tetanus vaccine, and was diagnosed with a second-degree chemical burn.

WHILE HELPING MAINTENANCE CHANGE A BELT ON SHAKER TABLE MOTOR, A PIECE OF DRILL STEEL THAT WAS LEANED AGAINST THE TABLE STARTED TO FALL SIDEWAYS, EMPLOYEE WENT TO CATCH IT AND IT PINCHED EE'S FINGERS BETWEEN THE DRILL STEEL AND THE HANDRAIL.

Employee was working on the second rung of a ladder removing a piece of a haul truck. They lost balance and missed the next rung below and twisted an ankle on the ground causing a sprain and fracture.

Mechanic performing routine maintenance on a haul truck changing out the park brake valve. While using their wrench, employee slipped on ladder and caught themselves with their left hand by grabbing onto a hose on the truck. This resulted in the employee feeling a sharp pain in their left shoulder. The employee was given restrictions starting 08/03/2026.

On 7/28/26, an employee reported the seat in a haul truck losing air. The employer offered they operate a different piece of equipment, but they did not change equipment. On 7/31/26, the employee notified the employer they were diagnosed with a slipped back disc from the seat not working properly. The cause of the injury is under investigation.

Employee was dying sand in the facility blending area, and poured green pigmented water over the sand, twisting EE's lower back.

Ee removing feed screw chute when crane overran and caught pinky between snatch block and handrail. Seen at clinic, sutures requred to close wound, no fracture, released to modified duty. Seen at ortho, released to full duty 8/5/26.

Was putting discharge cap back on trailer after offloading trailer. When EE pushed the cap with EE's right thumb, EE applied extra pressure and it bent EE's thumb back which resulted in a sprain.

Employee was cleaning the bag compartment of the vacuum truck with a shovel. While cleaning the bags, EE smashed EE's left ring finger between the shovel handle and the bag compartment door frame resulting in an injury. Employee was treated at local emergency room and received 3 sutures in EE's finger.

Miner was releasing a chain come along to relocate. The come along needed more slack in the chain to continue to move the tripper back to the north. During operation the tripper will walk back to the south. Miner thought EE had enough clearance to slide EE's hand in to relieve the safety latch and the tripper took off walk to the south. pinching EE's hand to the structure.

While carrying materials up a set of stairs, caught foot in between two stairs and fell. The results were an injury to their foot.

Employee was exiting the telehandler and stepped on a rock breaking an ankle.

An employee was attempting to remove a sharp metal shaving from a pipe that was threaded using a pipe threader machine. When they pulled on the metal shaving, it did not separate from the pipe as expected, causing the sharp edge to lacerate their finger through their glove. The injured employee received 8 stitches to their index finger.

IE was closing a 15' x 15' raw mill door with another employee and the IE right middle finger was caught in between when the door (as it rebounded) and the nut on the locking mechanism. causing a smashed finger

The employee was transitioning/moving from the tugboat back onto the dredge after an impeller had been staged on the tugboat to be taken away. While walking past the impeller, the employee's right index finger grazed against a sharp edge on the impeller, resulting in a laceration. The employee went to have it examined and received stitches to the wound.

The employee was called to Stage 1 West and started air lancing to clear any material in the way. After the employee finished air lancing, EE noticed that EE's right was hurting and swollen.

At Ostrander portable EE was using 25-30 lb spud bar to dislodge buildup between conveyers when the bar struck a rock awkwardly. Spud bar continued forward and EE's hand went into the conveyor and crushed/pinched L pinky. EE was not wearing gloves and first aid was performed. EE was given stitches and antibiotics at hospital and diagnosed with tip/nail of left pinky tuft fracture.

EE was handling 12" x 12" x 18" wooden blocks & used attached handle to pull block by EE's body. EE inadvertently contacted a second block that had already been placed behind EE. The tip of the Right Pinky Finger was caught in between the two wooden blocks & caused a laceration to the finger's nail bed. Stitches were required to close the wound. EE was placed on work restrictions.

Trying to tie bolt by holding bottom with hand, hit it with impact causing it to spin and hurting finger.

Employee was performing routine work and bent over to connect strongback. As employee stood up, they felt a sharp pain in their lower back. Event went reportable 07/22/2026.

Rotating mechanism between a modulating valve and left ring finger was smashed. Contusion of left ring finger w/damage nail. Closed fracture of distal phalanx of left fourth finger.

Two employees at the top of the baghouse tried to move a welding machine with a trolley. The trolley came loose at the beam splice (vendor misfabrication), and the welding machine fell. It hit one of the crew's hands. The employee sustained a contusion to the left thumb, went to the clinic, and was confirmed to have only a contusion. The employee returned to work immediately.

Employee did not notify the company of the injury until 2 days later. EE was using a 4 ft ladder and was 2 or 3 rungs up the ladder. EE leaned on the tire and the ladder kicked out. EE thinks it happened around 12:30-1 pm on 7-18-26. Dr. Diagnosed it as "Left radial head fracture" Has a follow up appointment in 2 weeks on Aug 4th. restriction no lifting over 2 lbs.

IE was transporting a concrete block with a forklift and chain when the chain slipped, causing the suspended block to fall onto the employee's right foot.

An employee was rehanging a curtain as a battery hauler started to pull through the other side of the same curtain in a crosscut. The hauler contacted the injured in the lower right leg and knocking down the employee. The employee sustained bruising of the tissue to the lower right leg.

Engineer gathering information about the structure underneath HBF2 (Horizontal Belt Filter) conveyor was standing below the conveyor in the containment area when liquid splashed onto their arm and into their right eye despite wearing gasketed PPE eyeglasses. Under investigation.

Operator on HT456 complained of neck pain and ringing in ear after loading at S59. IP was seen by EMT and sent off site to clinic for further medical evaluation.

On 07/16/2026 while the employee was unreeling a hose to refuel equipment, the hose stuck. The employee pulled on the hose to dislodge it and felt a pain in left shoulder. The employee used first aid to treat the pain until 07/22/2026 when it was evaluated and prescribed medication and restricted duty. The employee was released to full duty on 07/24/2026

Hurt their shoulder while lifting a metal guard.

Cut to the left forearm. Was stripping jacketing off a cable and the knife slipped and cut EE's arm. 7-9 stitches.

Employee stepped from the front porch of the main office down one step to sidewalk, when foot contacted ground, EE rolled EE's right ankle.

Newly hired employee was in a man-basket torquing nuts on Nevada bolts. EE placed EE's hand over the rear of the basket and under the impact torque gun. The operator of the forklift lifted the man-basket thus pinching EE's hand and causing the injury. There was not direct line of sight so effective communication was lost.

Employee was picking up a mill door liner and felt pain in EE's lower back. EE's supervisor called work care and the employee agreed to self-treat. During the follow up with work care on 7/20/2026. Employee was seen at occupational health on 7/22/2026 and placed on restricted duty.

Ee was gripping rack by the glass tubes and one had a hairline fracture and shattered in EE's hand. Seen at clinic, diagnosed with laceration to left thumb, released to modified duty. On follow-up on 7/20, ee released to full duty.

Employee was operating a loader to build a ramp. They hit a hole which jolted them around in the seat. Their back began hurting in the same area as a previous injury.

EE stepped wrong on uneven ground, heard and felt pop in knee. Reports previous knee pain starting on 6/30. Seen at clinic, given injection of steroid, released and worked one day of restricted duty.

Subject was exiting a work pick up truck when EE twisted EE's left knee. Subject continued to work and went to doctor on 7/14/2026 and was given clearance to work but with restrictions.

Replacing screen on screen deck when the screen slipped cutting employee on right calf

Employee was working two steps up on a step ladder and felt instability in the ladder. While descending the step ladder, the ladder leg broke causing Employee to fall a short distance to the ground. Employee used Right arm to break the fall, causing strain to right shoulder. After professional Medical Evaluation, EE was released to work with restrictions for 10 days.

A miner was closing an access door to a bucket elevator when they crushed their left index finger between the door and flange of the door opening. First aid was administered and when the injury did not improve the miner was sent to an occupational clinic on 7/21/2026. The miner was diagnosed with a hairline fracture and was prescribed restrictions and a finger splint.

Employee was cutting bolt with utility knife when it slipped hurting EE's left upper leg.

Employees were removing jacks from under #2 kiln tire (jacks free of any weight). Employee was guiding jack off the base; it came off awkwardly and pushed EE off balance. EE placed EE's right arm out to catch myself and felt a pop in EE's shoulder.

The employee was conducting scaling activities with a bar in a previously bolted row. As EE attempted to remove the first piece of loose rock an additional piece of rock fell striking the employee. As a result the employee received 3 staples to close a laceration to the head, a laceration to the left thumb receiving 2 sutures and a small fracture to the tip of the left thumb.

While walking to the dumpster, employee felt that they stepped wrong and twisted the right knee. No trip, fall, contact with an object, vehicle, or equipment, or hazardous surface condition was reported. Employee resigned 7/22/2026 to start a new job before completing follow-up medical evaluation or receiving a full-duty release.

while walking at the crusher locking out the expandable liners valve, the employee lowered EE's head to go under a pipe and hit EE's hardhat, jarring EE's neck. employee noticed pain roughly a week later that progressed to headaches.

TM was walking and felt pop in knee. This injury was initially considered first aid. Went to clinic on 7/29/26.

EMPLOYEE WAS CUTTING A PIECE OF METAL OFF OF A BASKET ABOVE EE; THE WELD BROKE ON THE OPPOSITE SIDE OF THE BASKET AND A PIECE OF METAL FELL ON EMPLOYEES RIGHT FOOT.

EE was walking down the steps of the surge pile tunnel. missed last steps, caught themselves with the handrails, tightened elbows and right shoulder, popped elbow, and now has pain in right shoulder to right elbow. EE went to clinic and was given restrictions.

Employee descended a crane ladder and missed their grip causing them to fall onto their back. Event went reportable 7/8/2026.

EE was tasked with other employees to change screens. When placing screens on forklift they were off center and slid, pinching EE's finger causing a laceration.

Miner was going down a set of stairs and tripped. When EE grabbed the handrail to catch self EE's finger caught a sharp edge and was cut. EE needed 8 stitches.

Employee was using folding utility knife to remove broken plastic fitting from tube. Knife folded and cut employee's right index finger. Employee received 3 stitches

operator parked dozer on unstable material and when EE exited and started walking on uneven/unstable material and twisted EE's ankle

Incoming Cleco power tripped to the site, causing the 14 ft hoist to trip and the hoist brakes to immediately apply. Personnel riding in the skip sustained injuries due to the force of the stop when the brakes applied.

At around 11:30 IP suffered an injury to the left shoulder after the haul truck was jarred driving. The force transferred from the steering wheel to the shoulder, which began to hurt. Medical interventions included a cold pack to help relieve shoulder pain and applying a sling. IP was transported to clinic by their supervisor.

Employee was monitoring work on a drain located 20 feet away from the valve when an unexpected blowout occurred. The force of the blowout propelled caustic material in the employee's direction, resulting in a slip and subsequent fall.

Employee was laying a 4-inch pipe; when moving the pipe employees' pants leg was caught on a piece of PVC pipe, cause the employee to trip and fall forward landing on their forearms. Felt pain in their back a short time later. Employee was seen at clinic.

The leach pad operator was loading tools off the loading dock of the aeration building into the back of the truck, when they went to step down onto the truck step their foot slipped on the step of the pickup and they fell on their right elbow and buttock on the ground. They refused to go to the Dr. until today (7/31/26).

Employee was standing on a mezzanine wearing their harness to cut off a handrail. While cutting the handrail, the abrasive cutting wheel got caught in a bind which caused it to break and throw pieces of the disk. One of the pieces hit the employee in the knee causing a laceration.

While troubleshooting a system, hydrated quicklime was released from the pressure port and went under the employee's goggles and into their right eye.

While drilling a hole, EE stopped EE's rotation while still applying upward pressure causing the pinner steel to break and strike EE in the forehead. EE was treated at the ER where EE received six sutures and a full release with no restrictions to return to EE's regular duties.

EE was on one knee at the lolo and attempted to stand up. As EE placed EE's right hand on the lolo top rail to steady self, EE did not realize that the belt guide rail was so close to EE's hand. The belt guide wheel caught the thumb on EE's right hand. EE did seek medical treatment where EE received stitches in EE's thumb. EE has not missed any work.

Employee hand was contacted by a ladder as it was raised. Employee was treated at the hospital for a finger injury requiring medical treatment to reset a dislocated joint and closure of the wound.

Maintenance Mech lacerated forearm when 6" grinder bound up in the chute that they were cutting. EE received 6 stitches, returned to normal job duties.

Employee closing a hatch on the top of a rail had the hatch strike their right knee causing a laceration that required 6 stitches.

EE was cleaning up sand buildup under a conveyor. When EE leaned over to get inside the conveyor frame, EE turned EE's head and bumped the frame and some loose sand got in EE's right eye. Was wearing hard hat and safety glasses. Turning EE's head sideways allowed sand to enter eye.

Employee placed their hand on a stationary safety ladder positioned on the forks of a forklift. Forklift operator was instructed to extend the boom. Ladder struck a piece of steel, ladder bounced and struck EE on the left side of head, resulting in lacerations to left cheek and behind ear. EE was transported for treatment.

Employee stated EE was cutting on a tailpiece and a bolt sprung out striking EE on the side of the forehead causing a laceration. Employee sought medical treatment and was given 3 sutures. This incident is being reported as medical only.

Employee was walking through the plant to get to the parking lot at the end of EE's shift. EE walked past a flatbed truck with a large piece of expanded metal laying on it and scraped EE's arm along it, resulting in a three-inch laceration, requiring three stitches. No lost time.

07/30/26, Employee was operating an off-road truck when EE volunteered to shovel at the plant. After 15 minutes, EE reported lower back soreness, notified EE's supervisor, declined treatment, and went home. 08/04/26, EE reported lower back pain while operating the truck and was evaluated. MRI identified a herniated disc. Employee is pain-free and released without restrictions.

The employee sustained a laceration requiring five staples after guarding contacted them when it was struck by a supply trip.

2 miners were putting 15' railroad rail. And 1 miner pinched their finger between rail and ground. It required 7 sutures. Released full duty

An employee was tightening countersink allen bolts on a rock shelf for an impactor. TM was holding an allen wrench on the bolt head while another TM put an impact gun on the backside nut. Force of impact gun on the nut threw the allen wrench from TM's hand toward EE's mouth and fractured a tooth.

Employee was using a utility knife to cut a plastic band when the knife slipped, causing a laceration to left forearm which required three sutures. Employee was given a full release with no restrictions and returned to finish the shift.

Jaw plugged up with rock, so we were getting the smaller ones out of the way to get to the big rocks and another employee accidentally threw a rock on employees hand as employee was reaching down to grab a rock

EE was operating the left side roof bolter in the #1 entry on MMU 003-0. While, bending roof bolt a piece, of rust flaked off the roof bolt entering the right eye of EE. EE received numbing drops and their eyes was washed out in addition to prescription eye drops.

Employee was holding recessed carriage bolt on front end loader while cutting edge was being removed. The bolt spun tearing their glove and cutting their finger.

Employee was removing ground plates from transportation holder & cut their RT middle finger on a sharp edge. They sought treatment and were given 6 stitches. Company was notified on 07/29/2026. Reporting within 10 days.

It was raining very hard and muddy. When employee stepped off step while exiting the truck their foot slid in the mud, they did the splits, and pulled a groin muscle.

Employee was moving boxes with shirts in them and as they were lifting a box, they felt a pop. Event went reportable on 07/29/2026.

Employee was driving a concrete mixer truck approx. 15-18 mph on the plant road toward the river shop. The driver's side front steer tire blew out causing the truck to immediately pull to the left and struck an abandoned fix support structure. This caused the employee to strike the steering wheel, resulting in laceration that required sutures.

Employee was cleaning under the conveyor, feet slipped on the rocks and they did a split. Felt pain in groin and rectal area. They thought the pain was a hemorrhoid so they did not report it as work related. They went to the ER on 7/31 and it is not a hemorrhoid, employee needs to see a surgeon.

Employee was walking by an electric cooling fan when some dust was blown behind EE's safety glasses.

IE was spooning out lifter holes at the face when they were struck in the lower left back by a piece of unconsolidated material.

EE was changing the loader edges when a bolt dropped out of an edge and began spinning. EE pushed up on it with the right hand. When the impact was made, the bolt began to spin again, cutting EE's hand.

Employee was jackhammering and went to push the coal forward after digging down. When EE leaned forward a fellow employee was lifting EE's shovel at the same time and hit the employee above EE's left eyebrow, cutting it open and knocking EE's hard hat off.

The miner was performing routine maintenance as part of their job. As they were bending down to place an impact into the manlift, they hit their eye just above their safety glasses on a piece of sheet metal that was being used.

Hit in the head with the hook on a come-along. 2 stitches

The EE was working inside a dust collector with a few co-workers, attempting to remove a bag/cage (with the help of a cage puller) that was partially full of material. In the process of doing this, the EE had right hand below the cage housing, allowing for their right index finger to be crushed/cut between the cage puller and the cage housing.

Employee was removing a top roller frame from the Raw Coal Belt No. 3 when they lost grip and their fingers were caught between the structure and roller frame, resulting in a laceration.

A mobile maintenance mechanic was changing out a grease barrel on a lube truck and when they were picking up the pump and lid to reinstall it on the drum, they lost grip of the pump and when they attempted to catch it, the sharp edge of the lid on the pump caused a laceration on their left thumb requiring two sutures.

IE was climbing a fixed ladder on the crusher structure to reach the next landing when a self-closing safety gate above, misaligned and protruding into the ladder access area, struck EE's mouth/face as EE looked up. Impact chipped part of EE's upper right front tooth. IE descended safely and reported injury. Gate was removed from service and repaired/repositioned.

EE was doing heading inspection when a rock fell from the back, striking them on ther hard hat. Seen at hospital and followed-up at clinic, diagnosed with neck/back injury. Released with restrictions. EE resigned effective 7/30 after taking PTO for 2 days rather than returning to work under restrictions.

EE was in the rigging connex retrieving a chain hoist. When they picked it up, it pulled another chain that was under their left foot. This caused the ankle to roll resulting in a fracture to the 5th metatarsal.

Subject was helping trouble shooting the miner. EE was raising a cover and smashed EE's finger between the cover and the miner.

While changing bands on the cyclone, the employee encountered a stuck bolt. The employee attempted to release the band from the socket and accidentally activated the trigger on the impact tool, causing the metal band to spin and resulting in a small laceration to each hand. The employee received a couple of stitches, was released by medical personnel and returned to work.

The employee was getting back in the operators compartment when EE's foot came in contact with the deceleration pedal, causing EE to fall forward, striking EE's head on the cab. The employee's injury was closed with medical adhesive (glue).

Employee was attempting to place a bearing onto a shaft by hammering bearing onto shaft. This resulted in a piece of metal shard embedding itself into the left wrist area of the employee.

While installing new liners inside the mill, the injured employee pulled the liner to slide it into position for installation. The injured employee's right hand was holding a pry bar, and EE's left was pulling the liner. The liner slid and likely struck the loose pry bar, which then ricocheted into the injured employee's right index finger.

While positioned on a ladder, EE was cutting a section of a 8" X 8" X 1/2" tube to fit it in place. When EE turned EE's body, EE made contact with the hot tube with EE's shoulder.

Standing approx 15 feet from a mechanic who was installing a pin on the high wall miner when a sliver of metal splintered off of the sledge hammer striking me in the left wrist.

Employee got out of their shuttle car to assist the electrician working on a roof bolter that was blocking the roadway. As they were cutting the conduit from a panic switch tree, the knife slipped cutting their left forearm.

While walking the employee tripped on the catwalk grating section that connects the two different platforms and fell forward, landing a knee on the grating. The employee got up and noticed they had a laceration just above the kneecap.

Employee was moving product drums using a forklift. A drum fell off of the pallet. Employee attempted to lift the drum back onto the pallet when EE strained EE's back. Original injury date was 7/21/26. Employee self-treated with Ibuprofen and Tylenol before seeking Doctor appointment. A steroid was prescribed and was reported to the company on September 15th, 2026.

Holding on to upper rail of boomlift basket when coming down the basket made contact with the silo pinching their finger causing a fracture.

Employee was loading rib straps onto a scoop without gloves and the strap slid through EE's fingers, cutting EE's left ring and small finger. Compliance with rules/regs, PPE mining equip/systems not a factor. Miner proficiency may be a factor.

Employee was helping to carry a 14-foot wooden frame down a ramp. Their foot slipped and they fell forward striking their face on the frame, causing them to loose their left incisor and cutting the inside of their left lower lip.

Troubleshooting a electrical panel. See attached sheets on employee, foreman and manager's statements.

The employee was using a rock hammer to strike a wedge when the hammer rebounded and struck them in the forehead.

Employee was moving scaffold racks with a sky track forklift when EE drove through a pile of CKD dust and it blew into EE's eyes. EE was wearing safety glasses at the time.

Employee was carrying a sink by the legs, one of the legs came off and struck EE in the left eyelid and received sutures.

While changing the wear segments on the -3 loader, EE removed the retaining nuts. EE began driving the bolts out from the top-down using a hammer. After striking one of the bolts the hammer contacted the edge of a loose nut that was resting adjacent to the bolt hole. The impact caused the nut to become airborne and strike EE in the mouth, resulting in an injury to EE tooth.

EE was grinding a piece of steel and metal entered EEs left eye. EE was wearing the proper PPE (welding mask and safety glasses) at time of incident. EE utilized eyewash as a first aid measure but was unsuccessful. EE was then taken to urgent care by a Foremen. At the facility, the object was removed from EEs eye with a needle. EE was diagnosed with a corneal abrasion and released.

Employee opened the door to the tractor to get out. They took a step forward to turn around and go down backwards and their foot caught the thread causing them to fall forward, head first. Causing a laceration to their head, employee was given 14 sutures and antibiotic. They returned to work the same day with no restrictions. No lost time or lost wages.

Employee was underneath bonnet unpinning socket from cage at #4 Shaft 900Lvl landing. While employee was exiting bonnet, some build up from shaft fell through bonnet and hit employee on left eyebrow. Employee taken to ER and received 2 stitches and a prescription for an antibiotic.

EE was cleaning a cross beam (in the redzone) at the head of C25 when EE was pulled into a return roller.

Employee was loading hand dust from pallet into scoop bucket. Top pallet started teetering and employee shoved a cinder block underneath pallet to steady it and their left index finger was caught between cinder block and scoop bucket causing a laceration.

Employee was sitting on a two man ride parked outby the #1 unit when a piece of slate contacted EE causing a laceration above EE's right eye that required sutures.

A roof bolter operator was exposed to fluid when a hydraulic hose was inadvertently actuated and fluid sprayed from a cut in the hose into the employee's left eye. The employee immediately irrigated the affected eye but continued to experience irritation. EE was subsequently evaluated at a medical clinic, where a foreign object was removed from the eye and prescribed antibiotics.

EE knock off beam while tied off, and caught themselves on beam they were standing on. For report only.

The EE stated they had the right-side rear door opened on lube truck checking the heater. Working with my right hand and balancing myself with my left when, the door unexpectedly swung all the way open striking the tip of my middle finger on my left hand against the left-side door hinge. EE went to the hospital 2 days later and had finger lanced to relieve pressure.

Employee was using a utility knife and cut the side of the right hand. Employee went to Urgent Care for stitches.

(REPORTABLE DUE TO SUTURES): Employee was throwing an oil can for disposal at the end of the track on #6 Section when right hand middle finger was caught inside the spout of the can causing a laceration to right middle finger which required two (2) sutures.

Employee was driving a mantrip when received a call on the radio. Employee looked down to answer radio when they struck their head on a low hanging bolt. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was trying to remove attachment from a Hyundai HS120V Skid Steer company number L28 when left thumb got pinched and cut resulting in stitches.

EE was weed eating, hit a bees nest, and received stings on their right thigh. EE went to clinic, had 4 stingers pulled out, and received over the counter meds. EE had a follow up the next day where it was found that their stings had become infected. They were given a prescription medication. EE has remained full duty.

Hydromet Maintenance employee attempted to adjust a belt mop tray While repositioning the tray, the tray edge causing a laceration to the right index finger. Injury went reportable on 7/16/2026.

IE was putting a come along on the Shear and smashed EE's index finger. IE received 4 sutures.

Employee was cutting rubber belting with a self retracting box cutter type knife and cut EE's left pointer finger causing a laceration that required 1 stitch to close.

Employee was setting up a ladder for another employee to work on a rock breaker. When doing so tripped backwards and cut their arm on a step of a service truck.

IE was pushing rock into tail of miner. When rock started going into tail the rock cantilevered and pinched IE's right middle finger tip between rock and roof. IE received a fracture on tip of finger.

Climbing a vertical ladder when EE felt a pop in EE's shoulder.

Employee was attempting to remove a sump pump through a manhole in the old landfill when they lost grip of the pump and their left middle finger became pinched between the manhole and the pump housing. Employee had a small laceration on the fingertip that required (1) suture to close.

Clamp failure allowed metal cup to dislodge, striking employee's nose.

Employee was washing beneath a conveyor with a water hose when the water spray rebounded and struck them in the face, covering it small debris. Employee turned off the hose, lowered glasses, and wiped their forehead. When they did so, a piece of rust fell into left eye. Clinic used magnetic tweezers and prescription numbing drops to remove the debris.

Employee was cutting a top cradle on 4 belt when the grinder they were using slipped off the bolt and struck them on the left wrist. Compliance with rules/regs, PPE, mining equip/systems not a factor. Miner proficiency may be a factor.

Employee was getting ready for lunch when they felt something in their right eye, the employee was to the bathroom to flush eye out but was not able to get the material out of their eye. the employee was taken to a clinic where the material come out on its own. The employee was prescribed eye drops.

Employee reported losing consciousness while operating a haul truck and struck a highwall. The employee sustained a minor head laceration, and the haul truck incurred minor damage.

Employee was climbing down a fixed ladder when dust blew into their eyes from above. This cause corneal abrasions.

Electrician was getting into work van, when EE's right forearm came into contact with razor knife, EE was caring on EE's work belt. The blade was exposed in the holder, and EE cut EE's right forearm. Forearm required sutures.

Injured stuck head out from the passenger compartment of a moving mantrip near 144 block Main West (to look for a block number sign) and struck the side of head on an I-Beam that was bolted to the roof resulting in a laceration that required 7 sutures to close. No problems with equipment or compliance issues, training or PPE.

The employee was cutting a zip tie with a utility knife in right hand, after cutting through, the forward motion of their arm/hand allowed the knife to cut into their arm about three inches above their wrist. Three sutures were used on the laceration.

Employee was cutting a piece of pipe with a utility knife. The blade broke they slipped forward when the blade broke and broken blade cut right wrist on a downward angle. This happened approx. 6:00PM on 07/14/2026 came to section we stopped bleeding and took outside and to ER.

Employee was tightening a screen bolt when the head of the bolt spun and cut left hand through glove

While changing the seat air switch on the HE85 Loader. Had the seat braced in full up position. While unhooking the seat switch, the brace fell out and the seat fell approximately 8 inches down on to EE's left hand. This resulted in a primary injury to the pinky finger.

EE grinding, blade caught glove and wheel cut right index finger. Seen at hospital, laceration closed with sutures, EE released to full duty.

EE was striking a keeper on a loader bucket tooth and a sliver of metal broke off and lodged in their abdomen. Doctor removed it with tweezers.

EE was making a V cut in belt with a utility knife to keep damaged splices from catching and further damaging the belt. During the finish cut they placed a hand in a poor position and the knife plunged through and cut their left hand ring finger tip. EE was not wearing gloves.

Employee was riding in the passenger seat of a mantrip when a small piece of slate contacted the employee causing a laceration that required sutures. Employee admitted drug use before treatment and was confirmed by drug test results.

Employee was working on a locomotive when the wrench they were holding slipped from their hand and their left index finger struck against a bolt, resulting in a laceration. Compliance with rules/regs, PPE, mining equip/systems not a factor. Miner proficiency may be a factor.

Conditions - clear, sunny, hot. Occurred on the second level of the South Fort Meade Plant on the grated walk ways. Employee was tasked with cleaning the plant using a hose. The hose was kinked, employee yanked on the hose a few times to loosen it, once it loosened the employee lost EE's footing and backed into an electrical box. Damage/Impairment - minor back strain

Employee was grabbing a come along off the wall, when it slipped from EE's hand and smashed EE's hand into the door frame.

Employee was exiting the pit bus at the beginning of shift when they slipped causing a small verifiable fracture to the fibula. Employee was able to return to work.

EE felt 3 pops in EE's shoulder while on EE's forearms.

Subject was welding, wearing EE's welding helmet, when EE lifted the helmet, a piece of hot slag dropped into EE's right eye. Subject later went to the ER and was prescribed ointment.

The employee was working on the CC1 belt and picked up a wrench to pass it to a coworker positioned above EE. While passing the wrench, it struck the machine guard, causing the wrench to rebound and hit the employee in the mouth. The employee sustained an injury to the mouth as a result of the impact. Employee was seen by Dentist 7/28/26 a root canal was performed today

Operator exited their equipment and began walking to the blue room, while walking a gust of wind picked up some dust and blew it in the operator's direction, resulting in dust in the eye.

While inspecting the top of the extraction valve at the blend silos, employee mis-stepped and twisted the right ankle, due to accumulation of material. Medical treatment sought and injury is a sprain.

On 7/09/2026, approximately at 1:15pm, an employee was working on the Chevy 2500 pickup truck to remove the bed. Employee said that EE hurt EE's knee while working under the truck.

Employee was lifting a timber, dropped it, causing it to smash EE's right thumb between a crib and the timber. This resulted in a laceration requiring three sutures.

While changing the trip rope on 7450 dragline, employee was feeding the end of the cable back into the block when EE lost grip causing it to swing back at EE and strike EE just above EE's left eye at EE's eyebrow. EE received a laceration and required 3 stitches.

Employee was not wearing PPE when they were opening a tin of welding rods and cut their fingers

The EE was performing services on the AC condenser of a 770 Caterpillar haul truck. The EE right hand slipped during repair and came into contact with the condenser fan causing a laceration to their right pinky finger that required stitches.

Employees was working on service truck crane and EE step down off the truck, following the three points of contact. When the employee placed EE's left foot on the step and shifted EE's weight over to that foot to finishing stepping down from the truck, the employee heard a pop and felt pain in their calf.

On 7/8/26 at approximately 8AM EE was injured from a screen on the crusher, resulting in 3 puncture wounds to EE's leg. EE refused to go to a doctor at that time. On 7/13/26 EE decided to go to a clinic. EE had an infection and was given a tetanus shot and oral antibiotics. The doctor didn't give EE any time off and EE returned to work the same day.

AFTER CUTTING A PIECE OF STEEL FROM THE SHORTHEAD CRUSHER, EMPLOYEE WAS HELPING TO CLOSE THE METAL DOOR UNDER THE CRUSHER WHEN EE FELT A PAIN IN EE'S BACK. EE RETURNED TO WORK THE NEXT DAY, THEN TOOK A DAY OFF TO REST AND THEN RETURNED TO WORK. ON 07/17/2026 EE REPORTED CONTINUED PAIN IN EE'S BACK.

An employee was under the jaw crusher shoveling material away from the tail pulley. As the employee was moving out of the area, they stepped over the material and fell sideways. The employee contacted their hard hat on an I-beam and received a laceration to their forehead.

Worker was replacing bearings on a machine and a piece of metal got into their left eye.

Subject completed shift and was getting into their vehicle when they were stung by a wasp. Subject is allergic so they administered an EpiPen, drove home, and had their spouse take them to the ER. While at the ER, employee was given Benedryl. No further actions were taken.

Employee was using a utility knife to cut conveyor belting to cover the scale access point when the knife slipped and cut EE's left thigh. Employee received three stitches.

Employee sustained laceration on forearm from bolt on hand rail.

Coworker was on uneven surface, mis stepped, lost their balance and fell. During the fall, EE hurt EE's wrist.

The IE was operating a stand-up skid loader on a concrete pad removing spillage. Employee was dumping a bucket over the edge of the pad, machine traveled too far over the edge of pad. Machine tilted forward causing the right ankle to become wedged in a gap on the machine.

EE was helping collar a drill hole for the miner when a rock fell from the face and struck EE's arm. The rock cut EE's right forearm. The miner cleaned EE's arm with the first aid kit and bandaged it. Then brought EE to the superintendent so we could assist in getting EE to surface.

Dozer D11-5 Operator was walking across drill pattern when they tripped/fell on uneven terrain and sustained a laceration injury to their forearm.

Employee was walking on ground floor of finish mill building. Cement dust fell from a level above them. Cement dust got into left eye causing irritation.

employee was grinding on loader bucket wearing prescription safety glasses (no face shield). grinding material entered left eye causing conjunctival abrasions. ophthalmic antibiotic ointment was prescribed

Team member climbed onto a water truck to check the water level. As they were climbing back down, their left ring became caught on a step, causing a snag incident.

The employee was using a bar to hold back the drag chain. The bar came loose and the bar hit them in the knee.

During cone crusher reassembly, a two-person crew installed lock pins/bushings - one swinging a sledgehammer, the other guiding the ram and signaling the crane operator. The guide called 'hold on' without confirming it was heard, then reached into the strike zone. The hammer struck EE's hand, displacing and lacerating EE's left middle finger.

Employee was using a long-handled scraping tool to clean screen plant. While scraping, EE pulled tool back and hit self in the mouth with butt of tool. Chipped two teeth.

Was attempting to remove a pneumatic hose to reposition it. The fitting was slightly bent and difficult to remove. EE applied extra force and the hose disconnected and struck EE in the chin. As a result EE received 3 stitches on the chin and was released to regular duty

Employee was shoveling and hurt the back of EE's hand.

The employee was prying on the tailgate spray arm jack cover with a pick hammer and the hammer slipped off of the cover and struck them on the top of the left hand.

Was cutting a piece of rubber belting with a utility knife when the knife slipped and cut the left wrist. Was taken to the ER, where the wound was cleaned and glued.

EE tried to free a cable that was stuck in the cutter head of the dredge by pushing on it with EE's right foot. The cable sprung free and struck EE in the ankle causing a piece of metal to lodge in EE's ankle. Metal was removed and EE sent for medical treatment.

Employees were exposed to dust kicked up when a belt was turned in a micro dome. Injured employee removed their dust mask after panicking. They was assisted up the stairs and out of the micro dome. After they laid them down, they observed that they lost consciousness, then they regained consciousness after they poured water on them.

Employee stated they were finishing up hanging a vent tube and when their hand struck a roof strap causing a laceration. Employee sought medical attention and was given 3 sutures. This incident is being reported as a medical reportable.

EE's working at base of high wall drilling. They finished drilling and took air lines off and water lines, started packing up equipment. The crane operator then started to pull up air lines and water lines by hand when the airline hit a piece of loose stone due to heat. The piece fell hitting EE.

Haul Truck operator was prepping truck prior to operation and bent their thumb backwards, hyperextending it, when adjusting their dispatch screen. Employee was immobilizing brace.

Team Member was stung on the right hand while retrieving a ladder from storage.

EE was sitting in cab of haul truck. They put their middle finger in the hole of the A/C vent and their finger was cut by the fan. Seen at ER, diagnosed with laceration to the right middle finger and put on restrictions that do not preclude full duty.

EE was taking radiator cap of dozer, coolant splashed onto left wrist. 2nd degree burns to left wrist, top of hand, thumb. Seen at ER and clinic, released to modified duty and referred to wound care.

Employee was pulling a start cable for a pump, lost the cable out of hand, cable retracted and made contact with tip of finger.

The plant operator was using a 3/4" air impact gun to tighten bolts on the swing dye of the jaw crusher when the impact gun bounced back and pinched the operator's hand between the tool and the wall of the crusher.

Employee was putting a miner chain together. As EE was hitting the pin with a hammer. A piece of metal hit the inside of EE's right thigh causing a puncture wound. This required 2 stitches.

Two miners were replacing a roller. During the process, they felt they could not get close enough to it without removing their hard hats. So both miners took off their hard hats. As they started to get the roller to pull away from the channel, it broke free and swung down, striking and lacerating the injured miner on the right side of their head.

Employee was changing a roller on the feeder conveyor, and the end of the roller fell down and landed on right-hand index finger splitting it open on both sides of finger.

Maintenance worker was cutting a belt with a razor knife and lacerated the middle finger on EE's right hand, which required three stitches.

Employee went to open a SWECO door and got sly / pebbles in EE's left eye.

Employee was removing cutting edge of a front end loader bucket when a bolt spun and cut their left middle finger

Two employees were moving a forklift fork inward on a reach-type forklift (telehandler). One employee lifted the fork slightly while the other pushed the fork over. When the fork was set down one employee's left pinky finger was pinched, resulting in a bruise. The employee went to a clinic and had their finger X-rayed. No break was detected but the doctor offered a splint.

While using a hammer and brass plug to remove drill splits from a core innertube, the hammer struck the tube rack/frame and deflected, causing it to strike the employee's left thumb instead of the brass plug, resulting in an injury to the thumb.

Employee was using a rock bar to pry loose hardened material buildup. When the material broke free the bar slipped from the employee's hand and bounced off of an adjacent handrail. When bar bounced back up it hit employee in the chin causing a cut that required stitches.

I.E. stated EE was hanging shuttle car cable; the cable had a pin hole in the jacket allowing the employee to receive an electrical shock. Employee went to E.R. and received first aid treatment with full release.

EE was walking on a dirt surface when they experienced sudden pain in their left knee. On 09/18/2026 the company was made aware that the EE sought treatment and was Dx with a medial meniscus tear, and received an injection. Reporting within 10 days.

The employee was assisting a welder, repairing an excavator bucket for the entire shift. The following day the employee experienced pain in both eyes and was diagnosed with welding flash burns of the eyes.

Employee was exiting loader, missed last step, caught EE's weight with right arm, did not fall, and noticed soreness in shoulder. required injected non-narcotic pain medication, hence reportability. further medical assessment scheduled

Employee was climbing up the integral hood stairway and slipped on the top step. Their right leg sustained a cut from contacting the left side of the hood stairs.

The employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis.

Exposure to Coal Mine Dust

EE was evaluated for Pneumoconiosis at the Occupational Lung Center in Charleston, WV. EE was diagnosed with a 15% pulmonary functional impairment.

Employee was experiencing allergic reaction due to the environment inside the EW Tankhouse. Employee was experiencing redness and swelling on their face.

Noise exposure from work related and non work related sources. All employees are provided access to hearing protection.

Employee was seen on 6/15/2026 for a reportable level of hearing loss to determine work relatedness. Medical provider did not inform Marigold that hearing loss was work related until 7/22/26. This is for the Left ear. Employee wears a hearing aid in that ear.