MARSHALL COUNTY MINE: 9 recorded fatalities Coal

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 8/11/2026 at approx. 12:14pm. The fall measured 16' wide by 20' long by 10' high. The fall occurred on Mainline 2 Track at 2-28 crosscut, in the intake on Connors Run Side. The area was posted on all sides, dangered off, and will not be cleaned up.

Employee was checking the torque on the miner bolter when the employee pushed on the torque wrench and felt pain on the left side of the abdomen. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 8/11/2026 at approx. 8:55pm. The fall measured 16' wide by 58' long by 7' high. The fall occurred on Mainline 10 Track at 10-47 crosscut, in the track entry. This fall is a continuation of the previous fall at 10-47 that occurred on 8/04/2026. The area was posted on all sides, dangered off, and will be cleaned up and bolted.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 8/10/2026 at approx. 9:55am. The fall measured 16' wide by 50' long by 8' high. The fall occurred on Mainline 2 Track at 2-11 crosscut, track to belt. The area was posted on all sides, dangered off, and will not be cleaned up.

Employee was in the beltline hanging belt structure chain when a piece of rock fell from between the roof screen striking the employee in the bridge of the nose. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

IE was hanging pumpable crib bags and was struck by a falling rock in the right forearm. Injury was not the result of a training or compliance issue.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 8/04/2026 at approx. 5:02am. The fall measured 16' wide by 65' long by 8' high. The fall occurred on Mainline 10 Track at 10-47 crosscut, in the track entry. The area was posted on all sides, dangered off, and will be cleaned up.

Employee was walking back to the Miner when employee slipped and reached to stop from falling and caught small finger on rib strap. Mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor. PPE was a factor.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 8/01/2026 at approx. 2:25pm. The fall measured 16' wide by 12' long by 8' high. The fall occurred in 6 North 4 East at 10 crosscut, track entry. The area was posted on all sides, dangered off, and will not be cleaned up.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Employee was using jack hammer when the jack hammer tip slipped off rock and landed on top of employee's right foot. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was pushing bolt into bolt hole when employee felt pinch and pain in left shoulder. Employee continued to work until 07/07/2026 then sought treatment. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 6/29/2026 at 7:15pm. The fall measured 16' wide by 40' long and 8' high. The fall occurred on Mainline 3 Belt at 3-32 crosscut. The area was posted on all sides, dangered off and will be cleaned up.

Employee was loading vent tubes and while turning to load another vent tube, employee felt pain in the middle of EE's back. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was building a wall and came into contact with J-Tech pumpable crib material. Employee continued to work until 07/10/2026 and then sought treatment. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was shoveling the 9 Belt Take-up when right hand contacted the Take-up rail resulting in a cut to EE's hand. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

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

Employee was placing tubes over the bologna skin when EE felt pain in lower back. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was center bolting when rock fell from the top and struck employee in top of hard hat. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was pushing roof bolt to the top when the roof bolt bent and pinched EE's finger between bolt plate and strap jack. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was installing the door back on the Scoop kitchen when the door slipped from its hinges and pinched the employee's finger. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was pulling old cable from the beltline when a rock fell from the top and struck employee on the hard hat. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was exiting a Loader and slipped and landed on the Loader injuring their groin area. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor. The employee continued to work unrestricted until 7-22-26 then sought treatment.

Employee was placing a tire back onto the scoop when the come-along chain being used to assist with the installation broke, causing the tire to fall onto the employee's legs. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was placing the tire back onto the scoop when the tire slipped off the axle and landed on the employee's foot and ankle. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was stepping off the bumper of the miner when EE stepped onto a large piece of coal, causing EE's ankle to roll.

Employee was Z-Drilling when dropping steels, the steels came apart and fell on employees finger. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

IE was helping the crew supply the miner. EE slipped on a channel plate while standing on the bumper of the miner and cut EE's hand trying to catch EE's balance. Injury was not the result of a training or compliance issue.

Employee was shoveling on the beltline, when felt pain in shoulder. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was helping get an air drill unstuck off of a cable bolt, when the drill was free the handle came around and struck EE on the hip. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was changing out draw bar on motor when EE pinched EE's finger. Mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor. PPE was a factor.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 5/22/2026 at 1:58pm. The fall measured 100' long by 15' high and 16' wide. The fall occurred on Mainline 3 Belt at 34 1/2 crosscut. The area was posted on all sides, dangered off and will be cleaned up

Employee was carrying 6' bolts to supply miner when EE slipped and fell, causing EE to twist EE's back. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was removing dollies from monorail when EE's finger got caught between 2 wheels. Mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor, PPE was a factor.

Employee was changing a piece of belt structure when the frame slid, and EE's finger was caught between bed rail and frame. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was working on air lock doors when a rock fell from roof and struck EE's lip. PPE was not an issue, mining systems was not an issue, compliance with rules and regulations was not an issue.

Employee was putting supplies on miner when EE picked up a rib strap when it cut through EE's glove. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was bolting when the pusher steel slipped out of EE's hands and hit EE on the head. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was helping unload structure from scoop when EE dropped structure on EE's foot. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was pulling shuttle car slack to hang when EE felt pain on the right side of EE's chest. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was center bolting when EE was reaching for plate and EE's finger got caught in drill guide. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was lifting miner cable and water line into hanger when EE felt pain in lower back and leg. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor. Body positioning was a factor.

Employee was running shearer when a rock came off the drum and struck EE's hand. Mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor. PPE was a factor.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 5/4/26 at 8:22 am. The fall measured 16'by 40'long. The fall occurred in #6 entry 83 cross cut in 5 North. The area was posted on all sides and dangered off.

Employee was carrying 20' beams through mud. The employee got EE's foot caught on a cable bolt that was sticking out of the mud, causing EE to fall with the beam in EE's hands. Employee fell to the ground, crushing EE's left hand under the beam and EE's body weight.

Employee was walking down the face when EE tripped over a rock and injured EE's knee. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was scaling rock down from top when a piece of rib started to come down. While EE was moving away from rib EE slipped and fell injuring EE's knee and ankle. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was spotting belt structure when EE twisted around and felt pop in lower back. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor. Body positioning was a factor.

Employee was at the miner hanging cable and water line into hanger when EE went to pull down on cable, EE felt pain in EE's shoulder. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was cleaning slate off of the top of EE's canopy when another piece of slate came down and hit slate bar and a piece hit EE's face. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was helping pull belt off of dolly when the belt grab slipped off belt and struck EE's nose. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was walking to center bolter when EE slipped and fell, EE tried to catch self and cut the top of EE's hand on a piece of slate. Mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor, PPE was a factor.

Employee was helping work on scoop battery when battery lid came down and hit EE's elbow/bicep. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

IE was a passenger in a mantrip that was travelling into a track spur. The mantrip struck a dolly that was unseen by the driver, and IE's back struck EE's seat hard. Employee continued to work without restriction until seeking medical attention on 4/24/2026, and began missing days after that. Injury was not the result of a training or compliance issue.

Employee was drilled hole for rib pin and turned around to grab strap when piece of rib hit EE's back and shoulder. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was loading waterline onto scoop for belt move. When one of the water lines pipes slid off the scoop and struck EE's foot. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was cleaning on LW face when another employee was attempting to pass EE, that employee slipped and fell and the miner that was cleaning tried to catch EE and injured EE's back. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was working on LW face at 12 shield when rock came over handrail and struck the back of their leg. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was helping hang miner cable and water line into a roller hanger when they felt pop in their upper arm (bicep). PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was working on a cable repair when knife slipped and cut their finger, causing them to receive stitches. PPE was a factor, mining systems was a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was at the miner when a piece of rock fell from between straps and struck the top of EE's foot causing a contusion. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was working on shearer spray arm, when lifting eye that come a long was hooked to broke causing lifting eye to hit their hand. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was helping use cobra drill when drill was collapsing, they strained their shoulder. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor. Employee did not start missing until April 6th.

Employee was helping switch cars in belt spur when motorman #2 pushed cars towards EE. EE was standing near motor when EE's foot was injured. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not an issue, compliance with rules and regulations was not an issue. Body placement was an issue.

Employee was operating mantrip dragging slick line when rope that was attached to pipe broke and piece of metal from rope struck EE's elbow. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rule and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was sitting in a track spur when another mantrip came into ride and struck EE's ride. Causing contusion to EE's back and shoulder. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor.

Employee was sitting in a track spur when another mantrip came into spur and struck EE's ride. Causing injury to EE's head and chest. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor.

Employee was riding in mantrip when the mantrip went into a spur and struck another ride, injuring employee's back and neck. PPE was not a factor; mining systems was not a factor.

IE was travelling on the mainline track on a golf cart and encountered a motor trip travelling toward them. They attempted to get out of the way but was unable, and was struck by the motor.

Employee was rib pinning when vent tube fell and knocked them down, causing them to injure a hand, PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was re railing a car when car shifted and pinched finger between car and jack. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was working on taking green pump hose apart when EE's knife slipped and cut the back of EE's leg (calf). PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee stepped down off of motor when EE stepped on a piece of coal and injured EE's ankle. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was spotting rollers and shoveling belt when EE felt pain in EE's hand. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was cleaning at belt tail when EE stepped into a hole and twisted EE's ankle. EE also fell and injured EE's wrist. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

IE experienced skin irritation after exposure to water over the boots while searching for a damaged coupler. Incident was not the result of a training or compliance issue.

Employee was operating dump truck when it became stuck in mud. While attempting to get pushed out of mud by another piece of equipment, the dump truck moved or jolted causing employee to injure their neck. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee experienced skin irritation following a cumulative exposure to water over their boots while searching for a damaged coupler. 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.

IE experienced skin irritation after exposure to water over the boots while searching for a damaged coupler. Incident was not the result of a training or compliance issue.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 3/5/2026 at 11:50 am. The fall measured 16' long by 13' wide by 8' high. The fall occurred in #1 entry just in by 90 crosscut in the 6 South Mains. The area was dangered off and will be cleaned up.

IE experienced skin irritation after exposure to water over the boots while searching for a damaged coupler. Incident was not the result of a training or compliance issue.

Employee had finished bolting on EE's side and went to assist EE's bolting partner who was struggling with setting EE's drill steels out of the top. EE asked EE's bolting partner to lower the drill pod a little bit but instead EE brought it down all the way on top of the employees right foot.

Employee and coworkers were jacking up the belt to change rollers, when the chain attached from the come along to the belt structure snapped causing the structure to fall and the employee to fall to the ground with it.

Employee assisted with loading roll of belt on scoop when roll of belt shifted and came back injuring EE's foot. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was standing on side of center bolter waiting to bolt when a piece of slate fell and struck their neck and part of their leg. PPE was not factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was cutting green hose with utility knife when it slipped and cut finger. Mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor, PPE was a factor.

Employee was changing rollers during outage when they took roller out of frame, the roller dropped and struck their hand. Palm of hand was between roller and frame. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was walking and stepped in hole and twisted ankle. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was loading a roof bolter with supplies when EE felt pop in EE's knee. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

An unplanned roof fall occurred on 2/16/26 at 8:10 pm. The fall measured 16'wide, 60' long and 4' high. The fall happened on the belt line at 3-36 xc and was dangered off and will be cleaned up.

Employee was cutting bands on roof straps with knife when the knife slipped and cut EE's upper leg. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor. Body positioning was a factor.

Employee was center bolting, while retrieving steels, a steel let loose and struck EE's wrist. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was pass through man door when they slipped on a rock and fell, landing on right knee. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was carrying a roller from track to belt when they slipped and fell injuring their thumb. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was prepping a splice cutting outer jacket, when EE cut EE's thumb. Receiving stitches. Mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor, PPE was a factor.

Employee was pulling a CBS blade with their right arm when they felt a pull

Drill steel fell out of the top striking and cutting the employee's right middle finger.

Employee was bolting off miner when steels fell out of top and struck their knee. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was walking past a trip of supply cars when their hand came into contact with a standard (metal pipe used to keep supplies on car). This caused them to cut their hand. Mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor, PPE was a factor.

IE was carrying v-deck into and down the beltline. They stepped on uneven bottom and rolled an ankle. Injury was not the result of a training or compliance issue.

Employee was moving miner cable to rib when they felt pain in their back. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor. Body positioning was a factor.

Employee was shoveling belt when shovel got caught causing them to hit hand against bed rail. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not an issue, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was working on a section fan that was just unloaded at the end of the track. A Trip of cars was being moved when it struck a motor and dolly at the end of the track, causing the dolly to come off track and hit fan. The fan moved sideways, causing the fan to pinch miner between coal rib and fan.

Employee was hosing down catwalk at prep plant when EE slipped and fell injuring EE's wrist. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was walking along stage loader when a rock struck EE injuring EE's finger. Mining systems was not an issue, compliance with rules and regulations was not an issue, PPE was an issue.

Employee was changing skirt rubber on belt line when they slipped and fell causing them to cut their arm and receive stitches. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor.

Employee was loading roof straps from car to scoop when they picked up stack of straps they felt pain in lower back. PPE was not an issue, mining systems was not an issue, compliance with rules and regulations was not an issue. Body positioning was an issue.