Mining Incidents

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273,095
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1,202
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2000–2026
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August 12, 2010 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech Fatality · FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Struck by falling object

Initial investigation indicates that a 2 ft diameter pipe that carries aggregate to the mine backfill plant broke loose and struck the hoist cage.

August 12, 2010 NV · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler Fatality · FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Struck by falling object

Initial investigation indicates that a 2 ft diameter pipe that carries aggregate to the mine backfill plant broke loose and struck the hoist cage.

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