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September 29, 2025 NV · Metal/Non-Metal scoop tram operator, load/haul/dump operator Fatality · POWERED HAULAGE
Nevada Gold Mines LLC · Struck against a moving object

Preliminary investigation finds employee operating loader over-traveled, falling down stope.

January 23, 2023 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech Fatality · MACHINERY
Nevada Gold Mines LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A utility crew was assigned to complete rehab work at the 1600 haulage corridor, which entailed removing utility lines. A team of three employees were utilizing a scissor deck with a pipe handler to remove 10" steel pipe. They had removed one pipe section and were starting to disconnect the second pipe when they sustained injuries.

February 14, 2022 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech Fatality · POWERED HAULAGE
Nevada Gold Mines LLC · Struck against a moving object

EE involved in a powered haulage incident at stope between 4010 and 4070 levels resulting in fatal injuries. Investigation ongoing. There are seven additional NGM investigators.

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