Mining Incidents

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273,193
Of which fatal
1,202
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2000–2026
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November 29, 2023 AL · Coal shuttle car operator, mantrip operator, ramcar operator, rail runner, buggy operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Prospect Mining & Development Company LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While loading highline cable at the #5 head drive, a loop of cable flipped over and hit the employee on the right knee above the kneecap and hyperextended EE's knee.

December 31, 2022 AL · Coal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Prospect Mining & Development Co., LLC · Struck by falling object

Removing counterweight from shaft to change bearings in 8'x16' Double Deck Scalping Screen . Counterweight was placed leaning against steel pole in upright position. Counterweight was accidentally bumped and fell over striking employee's left foot. Injury caused no missed days.

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