A utility crew was assigned to complete rehab work at the 1600 haulage corridor, which entailed removing utility lines. A team of three employees were utilizing a scissor deck with a pipe handler to remove 10"" steel pipe. They had removed one pipe section and were starting to disconnect the second pipe when they sustained injuries.
Initial investigation indicates that a 2 ft diameter pipe that carries aggregate to the mine backfill plant broke loose and struck the hoist cage.
Initial investigation indicates that a 2 ft diameter pipe that carries aggregate to the mine backfill plant broke loose and struck the hoist cage.
EE reports that they tripped over their own feet exiting the cage, caught self with left arm, straining shoulder. EE seen at health, diagnosed with a shoulder injury and referred to orthopedics which they had already scheduled. Orthopedic continued them off work pending follow-up.
EE reports stepping down off haul truck, tripping on rock, and falling to ground. Seen at health, diagnosed with a hamstring injury, released to restrictions. On follow-up before next scheduled shift, EE released to full duty.
The injured employee was installing Purlin on the Ren Shaft Hoist House when the Purlin rolled, the employee reached to stop it and was cut on the left arm/wrist above the glove.
Ee was drilling and dirt/dust went in right eye. Seen at Golden Health, diagnosed with irritation only, no injury, and given prescription antibiotic as a preventative measure.
Employees removing pins with a pipe and hammer. Technician 1 was striking the pipe while Technician 2 held the pipe in place with their hand. After striking the pipe the pin was pushed out, causing the pipe to go into the bore, at the same time, the weight of the loader adjusted causing technician 2 to have their thumb pinched between the pipe and bore.
EE called in to HR 12/21/25 and reported that the issue they was currently collecting short-term disability benefits for was actually a work-related condition due to dehydration, working in high heat and use of a respirator. They filed a workers' compensation claim which was denied. To date, EE has not appealed the denial.
EE was removing a schedule 40 elbow while standing on scissor deck. The elbow came down on their hand, pinching left ring finger. EE was seen at the ER where the cut was sutured and EE was released to full duty. The EE initially reported that they tripped and fell, but this was untrue. EE issued an amended statement on 7/30/25.
Ee was lifting a piece of pipe off a pipe handler and EE felt a pop in EE's left shoulder. EE felt immediate sharp pain. EE was seen at the clinic, released to restricted duty, and referred for an orthopedic consult with suspected rotator cuff tear.
Ee was at the 1600 fuel bay. Lifted the fuel hose to attach to truck and felt a pop in EE's chest and right side rib area. Seen at ER, diagnosed with a chest wall strain, possible tear of pectoralis muscle. Released to restricted duty.
Ee reports about 3/4s through shift feeling irritation in right eye. Flushed eye, didn't notice anything on rag after drying eye. At end of shift, eye was very red. Woke up next morning, eye was crusted and puffy. Seen at Golden Health, diagnosed with conjunctivitis, given antibiotic eyedrops. Released to full duty.
Ee was operating scissor deck. EE looked up, and something fell in EE's eye. EE reported it immediately and requested to be seen the next day. Seen at Total Eyecare, diagnosed with an abrasion to the rt eye with mild inflammation, given steroid eye drops, and released to full duty.
Ee was function testing the jackleg when a piece of drill steel popped out, falling on the ee's foot. EE reported the incident immediately, but did not seek treatment until 4/28. Xrays positive for fragmented fracture of the right 5th toe. Referred to ortho and released to restricted duty.
Ee was dismounting scissor deck underground. Ee slipped and fell, landing on left wrist. Ee was seen at the ER, diagnosed with a left distal radius fracture, given a brace and released to modified duty pending ortho consult. At ortho consult, ee put in cast and put off work for 3 shifts, then restricted.
EE was working advancing utilities. EE's hand was on wire mesh, and EE's hand slipped because the mesh was wet. EE hit hand on the cab hook, causing a laceration to EE's right palm. Seen at clinic, sutures required, and EE released to modified duty site can offer.
An employee was installing a steel tank liner inside a tank. While aligning the liner by hand, it slipped and pinched the employee's middle finger, causing a laceration.
On Tuesday, November 5th, around 3:30 p.m., an iron worker helper injured their right middle finger while adjusting a steel I-beam. During the bolting process, the worker's finger got caught between the reaction arm of a pneumatic tool and the I-beam, causing a laceration.
Ee was traveling down 1600 haulage when loader bucket made contact with pillar causing an abrupt stop. Ee hit left side of face on cab window. Seen at clinic, diagnosed with contusion/swelling, and released to modified duty. No restricted days worked as ee had fatigue night. On follow-up 10/4 released to full duty.
Ee using box cutter to cut trailing cable shielding. Knife tip broke and went through cut resistant gloves, cutting the ee's thumb. Seen at ER, sutures required, ee released to full duty.
EE and coworker were moving EE's toolbox. EE's arm was caught between the toolbox and the wing guard on HTK104, causing a laceration to the EE's right forearm. Seen at ER, laceration was closed with staples, EE released to RTW full duty.
Ee was walking down stairs into pit at the shop. EE slipped on last step, fell back, and caught self with right hand. Felt a pop. Seen at clinic, x-ray positive for fracture. Ee put on restricted duty site can accommodate.
Ee reports getting into the cab of equipment, startled by loud noise, fell into EE's chair. Ee reports unsure how, but EE's knee popped out. EE was diagnosed with a non-occupational condition that contributes to dislocations etc. Following medical investigation, on 9/18/24 cumulative trauma accepted by workers' comp, strained knee, prompting this report.
Ee reports rolling up truck window manually, when EE felt a sharp pain in lt thumb radiating up EE's hand, into EE's forearm. Hand spasmed, and as ee tried to straighten it, the pain was intense. Seen at clinic, diagnosed with strain and hairline fracture. Referred for ortho consult, scheduled for 8/14.
EE was working at the 4070 lube 321, filling up with fuel, reports being hit in the mouth by the door of the lube truck. Initially NGM only aware of false teeth/bridge being impacted. On 6/24/24 we found out the EE had 3 real teeth impacted and they also lost time.
EE was moving swellex bolts. They picked one up and was looking at other items in the tray when the bolt they were holding slipped from their hand, falling on right middle finger. Seen at clinic, diagnosed with a fracture, wound was sutured, and referred for a consult with a hand specialist. Released to restricted duty.
IE was team-lifting a 95lb grout bag when EE's right shoulder popped and started to ache. EE was seen 4/22/24 at urgent care, where EE was given a full release with no restrictions. EE returned to a specialist on 07/02/24 and was put on restricted duty.
Ee was working with another ee trying to maneuver a dumpster lid. The lid fell, catching the ee's left pinky finger. Hand surgeon determined no bone amputation, small chip fracture, no surgery required. Released to restrictions, ee worked last day 3/28. EE had given notice two weeks prior, moving to Utah for another job. Completing RTW info as ee resigned, last day 3/28.
Ee was in back seat passenger side of personnel carrier. Ee was holding scaling bar with one hand to allow other passengers to enter front seats of personnel carrier. Ee's right hand positioned between door jamb and door. Other ee closed door, crushing the injured ee's right index finger. Ee released to restrictions site can accommodate.
Ee was working to unclog a discharge line. While spraying water up the end of the line, pressure built up, the clog dislodged, and the ee was sprayed with liquid. Ee reported incident occurred at 11:30. Ee saw a provider at 4:00 pm, diagnosed with contact dermatitis from the exposure to the liquid. Released to full duty.
EE reports that on 8/19 they were lifting and moving pumps weighing approximately 70 lbs. when they felt a pop in left shoulder. Reports having chronic pain in same shoulder, had steroid injection in same shoulder on 7/6/23. Was supposed to have MRI a month ago but did not. Diagnosed with left shoulder pain, released to restrictions.
A utility crew was assigned to complete rehab work at the 1600 haulage corridor, which entailed removing utility lines. A team of three employees were utilizing a scissor deck with a pipe handler to remove 10"" steel pipe. They had removed one pipe section and were starting to disconnect the second pipe when they sustained injuries. This ee was the scissor deck operator.
A utility crew was assigned to complete rehab work at the 1600 haulage corridor, which entailed removing utility lines. A team of three employees were utilizing a scissor deck with a pipe handler to remove 10"" steel pipe. They had removed one pipe section and were starting to disconnect the second pipe when they sustained injuries.
This employee was a response team member who performed CPR on the coworker who was fatally injured.
Ee first on scene of fatal incident. First to see one coworker fatally injured and another injured requiring medical treatment. Ee experiencing stress/anxiety.
Ice on ground. Slipped when walking. Distal fibula fracture closed, commuted. Extent of impairment unknown. Referred to podiatrist, awaiting worker's comp information to be seen by podiatrist.
Two employees were using a telehandler to assist in moving a tractor that had broke down. The tractor could not be shifted into gear. One employee was operating the tractor and the other employee was between the telehandler and the tractor hooking up a chain. The tractor unexpectedly moved backwards striking and pinching the employee between two pieces of equipment.
A basket relieved itself, Leaving 40-50 tons of material 30' long 5' high and 15' wide, on the main travel way of the Rodeo 4210 level. (15'x15' heading)
Ee was adjusting a tote in the back of truck, turned to grab tie down, and felt right knee pop. Seen at clinic, diagnosed with right patellar dislocation, released to full duty. Did not get better, had MRI on 9/23, results received 9/26. Soft tissue tear requires surgery. Reportable as of 9/26 diagnosis.
During normal operations, 3 haul trucks and a mucker were in the 4041 heading off the Barrel ramp. Mucker arrived in the 4041 heading and was then accompanied by 3 haul trucks. After the 1st haul truck was loaded it was noticed that they had lost radio communication, and it was at that point when a haul truck operator discovered the ground fall.
Ee was passing between a vehicle and the rib underground when EE struck a piece of wire protruding from the rib with EE's forehead. EE received a laceration to EE's left eyebrow/eyelid. Seen at ER, diagnosed with a laceration, stitches required, and ee released to full duty.
The drift in which the failure occurred is sub-parallel to a modelled major structure. This structure is located in the right rib which correlates to the zone of damage. This structural feature likely contributed to the failure occurrence. (2) Inspected rock bolts (inflatable bolts) had pitting and thinning of the steel wall indicating likely conduit for water inflow.
Employee was loading rounds and was struck by material from the face.
Ee stepped off truck onto rock, turning ankle. Reports popping/slight pain. Woke up next morning with pain/swelling/bruising to rt ankle. Text reported to supervisor. Seen at clinic, diagnosed with sprain, released to restrictions for 5 days. Site accommodated. No restricted days worked, ee suspended pending investigation.
A Sandvik haul truck operator noticed flames. EE stopped, activated fire suppression, and called MAYDAY. The mine was evacuated, and 9 employees sought refuge in 3 different mine arc refuge chambers. Both MSHA and the State of Nevada were notified. All those in refuge were safely brought to surface. The haul truck has been brought to surface and is still under a K Order.
Ee was bolting when a sensor on the boom stopped working. Ee moved the boom to a safe location and went to check the sensor. A piece of CRF fell from the back approximately 16 feet, knocking the ee to the ground. Ee contacted help, was seen at a hospital, diagnosed with 3 fractures in L1, L2, L3. Released with restrictions.
No accident occurred on the mine site. EE experienced a cardiac event while on the bus traveling to site. Discovered upon arrival at the administration building, North entrance. EMT's responded, CPR efforts unsuccessful.
In muck bay #2 located in 4041 Barrel, shotcrete support came off the right rib while mucking the face. The measurement estimated to be 47' in length. The back & left rib were still supported. No injury occurred nor damage to equipment. Due to shotcrete separation, based on some corroded bolts & air slack, the muck bay couldn't be used till a plan was developed to rehab the area
Ee was moving metal arm for mixer bolts into position to install bolts and spacer blocks. When ee went to move arm into position, ee bumped it and the arm slid, pinching ee's finger between the arm and spacer bar. Laceration was repaired with sutures and ee was released to full duty.
Ee was adjusting forks on a Kubota forklift. Ee's left middle and 4th finger were pinched between the left fork and the frame. Ee was seen at the ER and the left middle finger was amputated at the first knuckle. EE was released to modified duty effective 5/4.
EE was working with a partner to move superswellex bolts off a flat bed. They moved one, and three others moved with it, pinching the EE's finger. EE was seen at the ER, diagnosed with a fracture, and referred to ortho. EE is scheduled for surgery on 2/23.
While offloading shotcrete, slipped on compacted snow causing hip injury
The helper was lowering the jackleg onto the deck floor. As EE was lowering the jackleg, the jackleg was heavier than expected therefore the helper readjusted EE's hand placement putting EE's right index finger in the pinch point.
Ee and bolter operator were performing alignment repairs to the bolt carousel of BLT-314 bolter. The ee's left hand was on a bolt in the carousel when the bolt clamps closed, pinching left thumb between the bolt clamp and bolt. Seen at ER, directed to ER in SLC for possible surgery. No surgery required, thumb stitched and splinted and ee released to light duty.
Ee was operating a jackleg bolter. The bolter lost air pressure and lost contact with the bolt. The bolt fell out of the drilled hole and struck the ee's left pinky finger. Diagnosed with a tuft fracture and the laceration required stitches. Released to full duty.
At approximately 5:00 P.M. a power outage occurred at the mine. When this occurred eight (8) miners were being transported up the MaryAnne at the Meikle shaft. No injuries occurred from this event. Power was restored at 6:00 P.M. and miners safely exited from the cage onto the collar.
A fall of ground was identified in the 3595 level at the 1430 heading intersection. The fall of ground occurred at the end of the previous shift due to a blasted round in the level and the mine was cleared prior to the blast.
Employee pinched finger between drill rod and drill mast.
Ee reports EE was inspecting heading and scaling when a rock struck EE's leg. EE reports left leg pain. Seen at the ER and clinic, released to modified duty, use crutches as needed. Diagnosed with abrasion to left thigh and contusion to left calf. Site was able to accommodate restrictions.
EE was operating a haul truck when it started to smoke, and the employee was exposed to some of the smoke. EE was seen at the ER and diagnosed with bronchospasm. EE was released to restricted duty for two days.
EE was lifting a heavy object when they felt a pop in the right calf. They reported the incident to a supervisor and worked out the shift. EE was seen the next day at the clinic, given crutches, and put off work.
Employee was hooking up a trailer. The employee pulled the tongue of the trailer over to align the pintel when the trailer dropped onto the pintel the tongue smashed the employees finger between the tongue and the block the trailer had been setting on.
Unplanned roof failure at the 3535 Level. No one was in the vicinity at the time of the failure. Found failure and reported to MSHA. The failure was due to a fault line in the vicinity.
EE was on scissor deck when the wings were folding up. One of the wings crushed their right foot. EE transported to ER, then flown to University of Utah for surgery. Surgical repair to foot on 02/03, EE released to home on 02/04. Lost time. *Investigation confirmed EE dismounted scissor deck while it was in motion. 2/15 found infection. 2/21 amputated to ball of foot.
Ee was exiting bus and foot caught, causing ee to fall to the ground, landing with/on left arm. Ee was seen at the ER and diagnosed with a fractured humerus. Put off work and referred to a specialist.
Module in hoisting system failed causing the hoist to stop between levels. Miner was trapped for more than 30 minutes. No injuries.
Power bumped and caused the Rodeo shaft to be down for more than thirty minutes. No one was on the cage at the time of power bump. Power bump was caused by outside source and beyond the control of Goldstrike UG. A courtesy call to the MSHA hotline was made with a follow up call to Gary Hebal the Elko field office supervisor.
A reportable standard threshold shift in the ee's hearing was identified during annual hearing test and confirmed by Barrick's Professional Supervisor on 6/5/18.
EE was unhooking hoses and when they stooped down by the rib to unhook air hose, employee caught an ear on a small piece of wire sticking out of the rib. Seen at the ER and given stitches to close the wound. Released to full duty, must keep ear clean, and work in clean area for 3 days.
Ee finished loading a round and when the went to remove the remote from mine belt, finger contacted open box cutter causing a cut. Stitches required to close the wound. Ee released to full duty on next scheduled shift.
Ee reports was driving haul truck down ramp and swerved to avoid a rock, striking the rib, causing ee to hit left rib/chest wall on the armrest of the truck. Seen at clinic, diagnosed with a chest wall contusion and put off work.
Ee repairing broken feed change. Operator rotated the feed motor, chain moved and pulled the ee's hand, hydraulic driven clamp closed, crushing hand in bolter. Ee seen at ER, diagnosed with fracture to right finger, released to restricted duty. Site could not accommodate so put off work.
Ee was mounting tractor, reached for handrail and missed, causing ee to miss the step and fall. EE has a fractured left wrist and right thumb. Seen at ER, put off work and referred to ortho.
Employee stepped out on the fender to retrieve the wheel choke on a 938M Cat loader. Slipped off the rubber mud flap, landed on right hip, fracturing right femur.
Ee was removing hydraulic cylinder, the cylinder slipped, finger crushed. Seen at ER and diagnosed with a crush injury and referred to an orthopedist. Orthopedist confirmed fracture and released ee with restrictions that site cannot accommodate.
During backfill process at the 1675 level, operator noticed material movement coming from the back over the open stope.
Ee was holding a hydro blaster in right hand and was trying to move the control pedal with foot when ee accidentally stepped on the pedal causing water to penetrate hand through two places. Seen at the ER by Dr, x-rays negative, ee released to restricted duty, wound keep covered, but open to drain.
An electrician was stepping into a tractor mounted basket platform and slipped in the mud, twisting knee. The ee was seen at the clinic, diagnosed with a sprain to the left knee, and put off work.
Ee was aligning a nozzle with hole for pin, struck the inner metal nozzle with a metal hammer, and a metal shard came off the nozzle, striking the operator in the left arm. Ee seen at clinic and released to modified duty.
EE mucking when a bolt dropped. EE got out of mucker to pick it up, and an electrical plug struck EE in the elbow. Seen at ER, diagnosed with contusion and small chip fracture, referred to ortho.
While driving the Getman flatbed on the lower Rodeo ramp between the 3620 and the 1600 levels the employee drove through a water puddle near the sumps and hit a rock that was covered by the water. The Getman bounced and the employee hit knee against the lower part of the operators compartment dash board.
Ee was lifting filter out of tub, leaned in and later felt pain in chest and abdomen area. Was not sure related to work. Sought treatment on 10/24/16, diagnosed with contusion, returned to work on restricted duty. After investigation by site and workers' comp, determined compensable on 11/14/16.
EE was resting a pipe on shoulder. Once clamp was placed on pipe by coworker, EE moved away and felt a sharp pain in back. EE was seen at the ER and give meds for pain. Follow up resulted in investigation of compensability. Accepted as work related injury on 10/03/16. EE off work.
Ee was tightening bolts on a drive line and felt a sharp pain in right shoulder. Seen at clinic and placed on restricted duty.
EE was exposed to gel from a cool vest. EE developed a rash. EE was seen by Dr. Black on 09/12/16 and diagnosed with contact dermatitis from the gel. EE was advised to use moisturizing cream on the dry areas and released to full duty.
Ee was using a cool vest while operating forklift. The pack leaked on to clothing, which caused a rash. Ee was seen at NNRH on 07/23/16, diagnosed with contact dermatitis, given steroid ointment, and returned to work full duty.
Ee was removing a coupler from a splined shaft with a hammer. When the ee struck the coupler, a metal shard broke off, striking the ee in the left forearm. The metal had to be removed and stitches were required to close the wound.
EE was driving a remix truck when ee hit a pothole, causing ee to bounce in the cab and hit ee head on the truck cab. EE complained of pain in the neck, head, and shoulders. Seen at the ER, MRI negative for any acute injury, ee diagnosed with a neck sprain and put off work.
Ee was squatting to retrieve a sample container and felt a pop in EE's knee with immediate pain. EE was seen at the clinic, diagnosed with a strain and released to full duty. When the pain continued, an MRI was done and EE was diagnosed with a torn meniscus on 04/05/16, making this a reportable injury. Surgery scheduled for 04/20/16. EE is full duty until surgery date.
The employee was throwing trash in a dumpster when EE smashed EE's finger. EE was seen at the clinic and diagnosed with a fracture to the tip of the left ring finger. The wound was stitched and the finger placed in a splint. Ee was released to restricted duty.
Ee bent down to pick up a piece of metal and EE's left foot rolled in. EE twisted in order to keep self from falling, and strained EE's back. EE was seen at the ER and released to full duty. Subsequent follow up on 03/02 resulted in restricted duty effective 03/03/16.
The main conveyance in the Rodeo Shaft had malfunctioned at 14:48, which caused the hoist to stop. There were two (2) employees on the bonnet conducting a shaft inspection when the conveyance stopped. The conveyance was repaired and put back into service at 15:35. It was found that a loose connection in the PLC cabinet was the cause of the malfunction.
Ee was mounting a piece of equipment and the step broke. Ee fell jarring right leg and hip and twisting lower back. He was seen at ER and released to full duty. On follow up he was released to restricted duty and ultimately lost time on 12/09 due to surgery. Injury was determined work related on 12/28/15.
Ee was removing outer insulation on a high voltage cable when the cable slipped and the knife he was using struck his right forearm causing a laceration. Ee was seen at the ER where stitches were required to close the wound. Released to full duty.
Ee stepped over bench in the dry, tripped and fell, catching self with left arm. Strained hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder. Ee seen at clinic, diagnosed with a chip fracture and possible soft tissue tear, referred to orthopedist and placed on restricted duty.
EE loading guide support parts on deck, pinched finger between guide support piece and deck. Laceration to right ring finger, stitches needed to close wound. Released to full duty.
EE complained of rash on both lower legs. Seen at the clinic and diagnosed with contact dermatitis. EE released to full duty, but cannot be in contact with or exposed to shotcrete.
Ee was fixing shotcrete equipment, pressure released and employee was struck in face and chest by shotcrete. He was seen at the ER and diagnosed with chemical burns in both eyes. He was referred to an eye doctor for further treatment. Put off work.
Ee was closing hatch on a mixer truck when some shotcrete flew up into his eyes. He was seen at the ER, diagnosed with a corneal abrasion, and prescribed antibiotic medication. He was released to work with no driving for two days and then full duty.
Haul truck KMT027 was hauling waste from the 3825 SFW to the 3765-1625. While the operator was backing up at the 3765-1625 to dump his load he smelled smoke, opened his door and noticed flames coming out from under truck. The operator exited the cab, notified dispatch of the fire. The mine was evacuated.
Ee troubleshooting leak on torque converter of mucker when A/C unit fell, pinning him. His coworker removed the unit and the ee was seen by a doctor for left arm, shoulder and upper torso pain. He was released to full duty. On 06/24/15, MRI results revealed a labrum tear and the ee was released to restricted duty pending surgery, making this a reportable injury.
Ee reported on 03/26/15 that he noticed a rash on his wrists and calves. He was seen by the dr on 03/27/15, who was unable to determine if the rash was related to work exposure. After investigation, the rash was determined compensable by workers' comp on 04/06/15.
After tripping out, locked bit in centralizer and spun bit off rod. Noticed that the pin end of the rod was braking off and went to check it. Didn't notice that rod was barely hanging onto the striker bar. Stuck finger under the rod to check and the rod fell off the striker bar and pinned the finger between the rod and the bit that was in the centralizer.
Ee was using a pry bar to adjust a piece of equipment. He felt a tearing sensation and pain in the right abdominal area. He was diagnosed with a torn muscle identified by CT scan and released to restricted duty. Further follow up on 02/23 resulted in the ee being put off work.
Ee was fixing a leak in the paste plant and got shotcrete in his boots. He noticed that his feet and lower legs started burning. He was seen at the hospital and diagnosed with 1st and 2nd degree burns on both feet and lower legs. He was put off work and is attending physical therapy.
Ee saw orthopedist for pain that has been increasing in right wrist and thumb. He was diagnosed with tenosynovitis and will be having surgery for the condition.
The main conveyance in the Rodeo shaft had malfunctioned, which caused the hoist to stop. There were 2 people on the conveyance when the hoist stopped. There were no injuries in this incident. It was later identified as a mechanical relay failure. The 2 miners were removed from the main conveyance using the emergency hoist and brought to surface at 05:31.
Ee was reeling up a hose reel and it came loose and fell on the employee's hand. Fractured 4th finger on right hand. Surgery required. Ee put off work.
Ee walking to buggy to leave work area; powder truck backed into ee, striking his back. Ee sought treatment 11/15/14. Diagnosed w/back strain. Seen again at ER on 11/18, diagnosed w/non-occupational gallstones. Surgery did not relieve back pain, seen on 11/25, put on restricted duty for back pain due to 11/12/14 incident.
Ee was sitting in a gator and a powder truck backed into it. Ee felt pain in neck and upper back, notified supervisor but did not wish to see doctor. Pain didn't go away, saw doctor on 12/12/14. Diagnosed with a whiplash type injury and referred for chiropractic therapy. Released to full duty.
At approximately 3:15am on the 3765-1325 level in North Post. A 12'X 10' area of the back had fallen out passed the 12 foot swellex bolts of an advancing drift round. There were no injuries. The area was barricaded.
Ee saw doctor on 10/17/14 and was diagnosed with sensitivity to shotcrete mist. He did not have an active contact dermatitis but there was evidence of previous contact dermatitis. The doctor directed him to not work in an area where there was shotcrete mist.
Ee was working with 6"" pipe and his thumb was caught between the pipe and boom. He was seen at the clinic, diagnosed with a closed fracture and a laceration that required stitches. He was released to restricted duty.
Ee was washing off powder truck, turned valve the wrong way and lost control of the hose which struck him in the head. He received staples to close the wound. Released to full duty.
Ee was watering the 4560 upper west griffin ramp. He turned at the top of the ramp and went back down. The ee was unable to maintain control of the equipment and the truck contacted the rib several times, coming to an abrupt stop causing injuries to the operator. Ee was seen at the ER and diagnosed with fractured ribs and a laceration to the back of his head. Ee put off work.
Crew was in muck cycle of shaft hoistman raised muck bucket off chairs hoist went down, incident is still under investigation cause is not known.
Ee was driving haul truck underground, hit bump in the road, causing her hard hat to come off, hit the roof of the cab, and then hit her head. Laceration requiring stitches and put off work after diagnosis of concussion.
Driller was found at the 4140 level underground and unresponsive by the leadman.
While cleaning a hole, the lip of the bucket caught on the rib on the way down, striking a rock, jarring the employee in the cab. He felt pain in his upper and lower back. He was examined by a physician and placed off work pending follow up.
Employee was re-installing the bit and reamer and was having difficulty. The operator repositioned the core barrel in an attempt to make it easier. The employee attaching the bit moved his hands causing the injury to his left pinky and ring fingers. They were pinched between the bit and the set casing.
At approximately 6:15pm the Meikle MaryAnn tripped out due to an electrical issue. At the time of the incident 2 miners were on the MaryAnn. At ~7:30pm power was restored to the MaryAnn and the miners were safely hoisted to the collar.
Employee has incurred a reportable hearing loss in the left ear. Confirmed by audiologist as work related on 06/04/2014. Retraining has been done.
Employee was pulling electrical cable and had water like substance make contact with right eye.
The main conveyance in the Rodeo shaft had malfunctioned, which caused the hoist to stop. There were 12 people on the conveyance when the hoist stopped. There were no injuries in this incident. The problem was identified and fixed a short time later. The 12 employees were brought to surface at approximately 9:35 am that same day.
The employee was helping to move a large steel plate, one of the chains slipped and the plate fell on his right foot, partially amputating the right great toe. Surgery was required and the toe was amputated at the first knuckle. Employee placed off work. This will be 150 lost days for the amputation at the first knuckle of the great toe.
Ee was loading items on the cage and pinched hand between cage door and cage. He was seen at the clinic, sutures were required, and he was released to restricted duty.
Worker was walking across shaft bottom he trip on the safety net and hit his mouth on an air header chipping his two front teeth
Ee turned off ramp and the truck did not come out of the turn, striking the rib, stopping the truck. The ee hyperextended his thumb. He was evaluated by a doctor and diagnosed with a strain to the thumb, given a brace and released to restricted duty.
Ee was lifting a bundle of hydraulic hoses while another ee was packing a plate under the hoses. The weight shifted on the load and the ee twisted his back, feeling immediate pain. He was seen at the ER, diagnosed with a lumbar strain and referred to the clinic. He missed 2 days of work.
EE was fixing a blow down. While working on it, a piece of metal cut his right thumb. He was seen at the clinic and stitches were required to close the wound. Released to full duty.
Employee was performing pre-op and slipped on step of an AD30 and hit his elbow on step. Employee did not want medical treatment; said it was just sore. On Dec.17,2013 employee requested to go to doctor because elbow had swollen up during his days off. Diagnosis: Olecranon Bursitis and Right Lateral Epicondylitis. Employee on restricted duty.
Ee was lifting a heavy object and felt a twinge. He had been lifting and moving ramps and on the last ramp, felt the twinge. Seen at the clinic, released to restricted duty.
Ee used his own body to try to push bent handrails back into place. He braced his back against a rail and pushed hard with his feet against the bent handrails. After working remainder of shift, went home, slept, and woke with pain the next day. Seen at clinic, diagnosed with upper back strain, released to restricte duty.
Ee was walking through paste when he felt left knee pop, causing the knee to swell. He reported the issue, tried self-care, and sought medical attention on 11/06 at the clinic. Diagnosed with a knee strain and placed on restricted duty.
EE was pulling fuel hose to fill tank, she slipped on a step, causing her to fall, catching herself with her left hand and she felt immediate pain in her left wrist. Seen at the ER, x-rays negative for fracture, she was released to restricted duty.
While working on cleaning a stope, Ee felt he was exposed to some kind of gas and left the work area. Taken to ER, diagnosed with exposure to gas, given oxygen and released to full duty. Ee followed up on 09/26/13 and was diagnosed with an occupational illness, chemical pneumonia, resulting from the exposure.
While changing drill steel, the employee's right hand was caught in the drill steel. Taken to ER where he was diagnosed with dislocation of the 3rd, 4th, and 5th fingers and lacerations to the 3rd and 4th fingers. Stitches required to close the lacerations. Released to restricted duty.
Employee doing clean up prior to drilling had rock strike the top of his foot. He asked to see a doctor on 07/29/13, was seen at the clinic and diagnosed with a fracture and referred to specialist. Follow up with specialist resulted in a full duty return to work, no restrictions.
The miner was pushing the man bucket away from the steel work deck and got his left pinky finger smashed between the bucket and the crosshead steel framework.
Employee was putting chock block back in the rack on the 966 loader and felt a pop in his right wrist. Seen at the ER and released to full duty, follow up with an ortho. Seen at the ortho, put on restricted duty and told to attend physical therapy.
Employee was cutting a lemon with his retractable knife. Went to put the knife back on his belt and the blade was stuck open. He cut his left middle finger. Was seen at the ER where stitches were required to close the wound. Released to full duty.
While inspecting slings and comealongs, one of them broke, striking the employee in the face, hitting his safety glasses, resulting in a cut above the employee's eyes. He was seen at the ER where stitches were required to close two lacerations. Released to restricted duty until 02/21/2013 when he could return to full duty.
Ee parking boom truck. Set brake and got off to set jacks. He slipped and thinks he released the brake causing the boom truck to move forward, pinning his lower left leg between two boom trucks. He was able to move the boom truck backwards and free his leg. Seen at the ER, no fracture, released to restricted duty with crutches and told to attend physical therapy.
Employee was walking across the Barrick parking lot, slipped on ice and injured his right knee.He did not request medical treatment at that time, thought it was just bruised. Seeked medical attention 4 days later, had MRI, results tear of meniscus, wear knee support, restricted duty and referral to Orthopedic Doctor.
Employee was measuring the needed length vertically of a 6 inch carbon steel pipe through floor grading to connect to an existing 6 inch carbon steel pipe which was supported by a 4X4 approximately 6 inches off the floor. The pipe slipped off the support and the end of the pipe caught the right hand between it and the grading lacerating the finger through the glove.
Employee was putting bolts in drill holes using a hand drill and impact gun. After the 3rd bolt he felt pain in his upper back. He was seen at the ER and diagnosed with a muscle strain. He subsequently was lost time.
When changing a broken cable, the cable snapped and caught the right middle finger. Seen at ER and treated for a fractured fingertip and laceration requiring stitches. Released to full duty.
EE was walking to the collar, slipped on snow covered ice and fell to the ground, pulling his abdomen and straining his back. Seen at the ER and diagnosed with an umbilical hernia. The hernia will be repaired and we will be filing an amended 7000-1 with updated days.
Emp was breaking bolt loose with a breaker bar and the bolt broke loose. The bar caught the right thumb and bent it backwards. Seen at the ER, diagnosed with a fracture to the right thumb. Cast at the orthopedist, released to restricted duty.
Cardboard boxes containing items for storage were put on a shelf below a thermostat controlled heater in a storage conex. The heater was not on when the boxes were placed, but turned on when the temperatures changed. The cardboard became hot and caught on fire. The fire was contained to the front of the conex and was extinguished upon the arrival of fire-fighting equipment.
Ee was fixing a vent bag using a scissor deck. Using lever to raise scissor deck, something caught on the lever causing it to keep raising, thumb got pinched. Seen at the ER and wound closed with stitches. Released to restricted duty.
Injured ee and other ee had an altercation. Injured ee struck by other ee on side of head. Injured ee worked remainder of shift, woke up next morning with increased neck/head pain. Seen at ER and put off work.
As the contract employee and his co-worker were driving up the ramp transporting material they needed for a job, the driver noticed that some material had fallen off the equipment so the driver stopped and asked the contract employee if he could please get off and pick it up. The contract employee set his foot on top of a small rock causing his foot to roll.
Employee shut the compartment door to the greaser on a 26T haul truck and smashed his thumb in the process.
Employee was lifting a transmission onto the head of the drill. Employee then felt soreness in his back. The drill was shut down and the employee and his co-worker went to the surface for further investigation.
Ee was working and dust and water was blown into his face. Foreign body in left eye. Seen at ER, referred to ophthalmologist, put off work for one shift. Returned to work full duty 06/11/12.
Ee was retracting a steering cylinder. Thumb was struck by a hammer. Laceration to right index finger required sutures. Ee released to full duty.
Employee got pinched between a blasting mat and the forklift rack. Laceration to back of right thigh and possible crush injury.
The fall of ground occurred at approximately 12:30pm in the 3920 SFW travel way area. The ground fall was approximately 6' in width 5' in length and 3' in depth. The drift is approximately 15' wide by 15' tall. It was determined that some roof bolts in the area had corroded over time and gave way. There were no injuries, equipment damage, change in ventilation, or entrapment.
A fall of ground occurred at 4430-10R06 heading. There was an 8 foot round shot on 3-11-12 night shift. Ground support was not installed and fall condition was discovered by shot crete crew on 3-13-12. There were no injuries, equipment damage, change in ventilation, or blocked access as a result.
Employee stepped out of loader onto a rock and twisted his right ankle. Heard a pop. Seen at the podiatrist, diagnosed with two avulsion fractures, placed off work.
Employee was operating a cutting torch when blowback from the torch caused a piece of slag to enter his left ear. He was seen at Golden Health on 02/08 and referred to a specialist for confirmation of diagnosis. On 02/14 he was seen by Ear Nose and Throat Dr who confirmed a perforated eardrum.
Lifted lid of hydraulic compartment, it came open and crushed left hand between lid and cab. No fractures, hand splinted and employee released to restricted duty.
Employee was walking in the drift and tripped over a rock, falling to the ground. She slid on both wrists and left hand. X-rays were negative for fracture, given a splint for left wrist and released to restricted duty.
It was found that a water pipe attached to the side of the Meikle shaft had a missing clamp and loose bolts. Barrick took precautionary measures by shutting down the shaft.A 3rd party structural P.E. was used to determine if it was hazardous, it was confirmed that the pipe was secure and not hazardous. This form was filled out under advisement of the MSHA field office supervisor.
Employee was removing rear differential from equipment and the opposite end was hoisted up, forcing the end the employee was holding down, and the employee strained his back trying to hold his end of the differential. Seen at ER, released to restricted duty.
Employee was raising a scissor deck and crushed his right thumb between the back and the hand guard on the scissor deck.
Due to a wild fire starting on BLM property and burning onto Goldstrike property, the Meikle/Rodeo underground was evacuated as a precaution due to power bumps from electrical lines in the path of the fire. This was just precautionary in case the hoists were to go down from lack of power due to the oncoming fire.
While opening the latch on piece of equipment, the employee cut the outside of his right hand. Received stitches and released to full duty.
A fire occurred on the surface area of the rodeo mine in an unoccupied maintenance building. Damage was limited to this building. Determined to be an electrical short between the walls of the building. No injuries resulted.
IW stepped off bolter, planted left foot and turned. Left knee popped and knee gave out, causing IW to fall to ground. Seen at ER, released to restricted duty. Previous non work-related knee problems investigated, MRI revealed new ACL full tear, claim accepted by workers' comp on 07/12/11. Surgery scheduled.
IW was changing a bit on a cubex. His lanyard hit the controls, moving the skid plate, pinching his finger. Fractured finger. Released to restricted duty.
Employee was tripping out approximately 150' of HQ rods when he momentarily lost control of a rod while unscrewing it. While attempting to regain control of the rod he reached with his right arm for the rod and then felt a sharp pain in his shoulder.
While testing a nip on a 1000 volt Dosco, arc flash occurred causing flash burns to the employees hands and minor burns to the face. He was seen at the ER, given silvadene and dressing and referred to another doc. He was seen in Reno and told to remain off work until 02/19/11, no physical therapy required.
Employee was moving an auger and pinched his finger between the chute and the auger. He was seen at the ER where stitches were required to close the wound. Released to full duty.
Standard threshold shift in hearing identified through hearing conservation program. Confirmed to be work related on 11/17/2010.
Employee stepped off bolter, placed foot on uneven ground, turning left ankle. Xrays negative, diagnosed with strain, released to light duty with a walking boot.
Employee was working on an emulsion truck. The air acuator was stuck and he hit it with a wrench, causing it to move and pinch his right glove and index finger. He was seen at the ER and referred to an orthopedist. A portion of the bone was removed at the ER, and then more in surgery. He was released to full duty at his next shift on 10/14/2010.
Employee was lifting a part. When he put the part down he felt sharp pain in back.
Rodeo #2 side hoist has small kink in rope on top by bonnet. we reported to MSHA. Rodeo hoist is down at this time until repair to rope can be made.
The employee was working in a hot area hanging/repairing a vent line. The employee appeared to get overheated and was sent to town for further observation.
Employee was servicing water truck at the end of shift. While holding up the engine cover and reaching for a container of oil, the heavy cover started to come down, pushing the employee off balance backwards. The employee jumped down awkwardly away from the engine cover, landing on his feet, from a height of approximately five feet. Fractured left ankle and right heel.
While tightening a bolt, the socket broke and the employee's hand hit a sharp piece of metal. Taken to NNRH where he required stitches to close the wound. The employee was released to full duty.
Employee was using a wrench on a jumbo. Wrench slipped, emp hit rt elbow on a steel beam with force. He was seen at the ER, xrays negative for fracture, released to full duty. Went back to dr. on 06/07/2010, prescribed physical therapy and put on restricted duty effective 06/08/2010.
Employee was needle scaling muck off a 3 yard Wagner loader when a clump of dirt fell on his face and got behind his safety glasses causing irritation to the right eye. He was seen at the ER, and given prescription eye drops for the eye. Released to full duty.
Employee was cutting a zip tie and cut his left middle finger with a razor blade. 4 stitches required to close the wound. Released to full duty with instructions to keep the wound clean and dry.
Pulled overshot from rod, unclipped overshot. His left hand was pulled suddenly to the left and his hand was caught between the overshot and the drill frame or the sheave wheel.
Leadman inspected work area & discovered west rib of 4445 Ramp had sloughed in. Immediately barricaded access to the area & reported to supervisor. The affected area was approximately 50 ft in length by 4 to 5 ft in depth. Initial inspection found the ground support, coated swellex bolts had corroded. This area did not impede ventilation and/or foot traffic.
A faulty ammonia sensor alarmed causing an evacuation of our Underground operation and MSHA was notified as a courtesy. MSHA cited the Meikle Mine for not notifying them about a possibility of an unplanned gas inundation near the Betze Portal within 15 minutes.
Employee was holding a 5 point safety card in the same hand as his glasses. When he went to put his glasses on, he poked himself in the eye with his 5 point card. He was seen at the ER, diagnosed with a corneal abrasion and given prescription eye drops and released to sedentary duty for two days.
Odor of smoke was smelled near 1225 PM bay. Location investigated (1225 MCC); Mine Emergency pronounced to dump stench, evacuate mine. Exhaust fans went down to due to power outage. MSHA notified of Incident via telephone and called once again to allow Barrick to restart the exhaust fans. MSHA agreed for Barrick to restart fans and monitor any gas levels.
Employee was walking the 3880 laydown. He stepped wrong on uneven ground, rolled his left ankle, heard a pop and fell to the ground. He was seen at the ER, diagnosed with a severe strain and released to restricted duty, no weight bearing on the left ankle.
Employee bent over to close drain hatch on spraymec and strained back. Seen at the ER, released to full duty. Upon follow-up on 11/27/2009, released to light work.
Employee and coworker were moving bolts. The coworker picked up 4 bolts, one slipped and struck the employee in the upper right lip The cut required stitches to close. Employee was released to full duty.
Contractor dry had significant damage to main structure and contests. No injuries were sustained in this incident. The fire originated to a fixed Wall heater mounted on the North West corner of the structure. These findings were determined by the Nevada State Fire Marshall.
Employee experienced a standard threshold shift in hearing that was confirmed by an Ear, Nose, and Throat doctor on 09/28/2009.
Employee was climbing onto loader, slipped and caught himself with his right arm. He reported to his supervisor but did not seek treatment. On 11/24/2009 he was diagnosed with a rotator cuff tear resulting from this incident. He was released to full duty pending surgery for rotator cuff repair on 12/17/2009.
Employee was removing a piece of drill steel from a loader bucket. When he pulled the steel and it came loose, it struck the left side of his left leg below the knee. The employee was given a brace and released to work.
While removing a tire/wheel assembly from utility tractor, EE's left middle finger was contacted between the wheel and hub on the tractor, resulting in a crushing injury and avulsion to the tip of the finger. First aid was provided and Injured was taken for medical attention. Sutured and splinted and returned to work on his next scheduled shift.