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Hoist tripped power due to incoming power interruption (Cleco) as it was travelling with personnel to 1500 ft level. The brakes engaged, suddenly stopping the skip due to the power trip. Drives were reset and personnel brought to surface. Lost time days started March 31, 2025.
As the guide rope was being installed, the rope slipped and fell to the bottom of the shaft below. When it fell, the tail end of the rope whipped by, hitting an employee on the top of the headframe, causing fractures in the right arm and left ankle.