Mining Incidents

Search the record

Every injury and fatality MSHA has on file. Filter by state, year, sector, classification, experience, or any keyword from the investigator's narrative.

Total incidents
273,193
Of which fatal
1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
Classifications
20
Filters 2 active
Time period
Experience at time of incident

Alert me on this search

Email me when a new incident matches these filters. One confirmation email; unsubscribe anytime.

The record

3 matching records

Showing all 3
June 15, 2005 TX · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
La Grange Concrete & Aggregates Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

There are four 1/2 inch bolts that secure the coupling on the hose. Employee took one of the bolts off and as he was taking off the second bolt the line coupling separated and caused hydraulic fluid to spray into his left eye causing medical treatment at once.

Showing all 3