Mining Incidents

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273,193
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1,202
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2000–2026
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March 9, 2026 OR · Metal/Non-Metal crusher attendant/operator, pan feeder operator/worker HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Kamph Rock Crushing Co. Inc. · Struck by flying object

Miner was using a metal bar to chip away some material buildup and on the up stroke of their swing, struck them in the forehead.

October 9, 2023 OR · Metal/Non-Metal mine manager, mine foreman, mine owner MACHINERY
Kamph Rock Crushing Company Inc · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Operator left equipment in gear with foot on brake, trainer was exiting equipment. Operators foot slipped off brake causing machine to move forward. Trainers finger was pinched between two track pads. Tip of the ring finger on the left hand was pinched the distance of the finger nail. Miner was in and out of the hospital that morning and back to work the next day.

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