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May 13, 2026 WY · Coal plumber, pipefitter, millwright SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was in the process of removing a hydraulic hand pump and jack from the top of the tub base and hung EE's foot on a hose and fell forward and EE's thumb on the left hand was caught between pump and ram which caused a fracture of the first joint of the left thumb.

May 10, 2026 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee was using a pry bar to unplug a clogged bit on a blast hole drill. Once the clogged bit was free of material, the employee dropped the pry bar onto EE's foot which contacted EE's foot in between the safety toe and the met guard of the boot causing a superficial fracture to EE's big toe.

May 1, 2026 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Technician pinched EE's hand while using an air impact gun causing a laceration that required stitches.

April 15, 2026 WY · Coal FIRE
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Accident type, without injuries

A train started a grass fire on the outskirts of the mine and was not extinguished within 30 minutes of discovery.

April 14, 2026 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee pinched a finger while changing a return idler on the belt line causing a laceration requiring stitches.

April 11, 2026 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee experienced a medical emergency while at the mine site. The employee then fell to the floor from a leaning position. The employee was transported via county EMS for further care.

April 8, 2026 WY · Coal drill operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

IE experienced left hip and back pain after loading drill on hauler. After loading drill, fell from desk of heavy haul trailer. IE had follow up visit on 4-22-26 and was diagnosed with a possible pinched nerve and was prescribed physical therapy and a steroid. IE was never restricted to do EE's job.

April 7, 2026 WY · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

IE tripped and fell on shoulder, after Orthopedic appointment on 4-21-26 was diagnosed with rotator cuff injury that will require surgery

March 16, 2026 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee twisted while changing hydraulic filters and began to feel a pain in their knee. later they asked to be checked out and was seen at the ER. An ORTHO appointment on 03/26/2026 revealed a torn ACL and they were given a restriction.

March 6, 2026 WY · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman ALL OTHER OCCUPATIONAL ILLNESSES
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee began to experience pain in EE's shoulder after dismounting a haul truck. EE was seen by an ER doctor and referred to an ORTHO. An MRI reading on 03-11-2026 revealed significant chronic arthritis and was restricted for no work.

February 26, 2026 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

Employee cut finger while grinding resulting in a laceration that required stitches.

February 17, 2026 WY · Coal clerk, timekeeper, office worker, director of sales DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA)
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Upon receiving an audiometric test result, the administrating assistant has reportable hearing loss.

February 16, 2026 WY · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee forgot water bottle in the cab and when they reached back into the cab, they closed a finger in the cab door causing a laceration. Employee apparently was given a splint and restriction.

January 21, 2026 WY · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman POWERED HAULAGE
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Struck against a moving object

Employee felt back pain after hitting bump in a light duty vehicle. After emergency room visit employee was given restrictions and missed the next shift.

December 27, 2025 WY · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS (TOXIC AGENTS)
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee was exposed to blasting emissions from a neighboring mine. They sought medical evaluation at the hospital, was released with no restrictions but missed their next scheduled shift.

December 26, 2025 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee stated that they pinched a finger while changing a brake caliper. After returning to work after 3 days off, the employee reported the event to their supervisor via phone call and missed their next scheduled shift.

December 21, 2025 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee twisted knee while dismounting a mobile crane. Employee was seen at an ORTHO on 01/07/2026 and was where an MRI revealed a torn ACL that will need surgery.

December 20, 2025 WY · Coal master mechanic, foreman, supervisor HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Rubbed or abraded

Employee was cleaning dirt, oil, and grease from a retainer cap. After removing all the debris, they ran their hand over the cap's surface. As the employee placed their hand on the cap, a small metal burr protruded from a bolt hole. The bur poked the employee in the hand, and they jerked it back, causing a laceration to their palm requiring three sutures to close the wound.

December 18, 2025 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Technician pinched finger while handling metal object causing a fracture to the end of right index finger.

December 14, 2025 WY · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee pinched the right index finger while moving railroad ties resulting in a laceration requiring stitches.

November 1, 2025 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Technician felt pain in left bicep while moving a pallet in the warehouse. Upon an ORTHO appointment on 11-10-2025, technician was given a restricted release.

October 3, 2025 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was walking and rolled EE's ankle. After an ORTHO visit on 10/09/2025, EE was restricted with no work for 4 weeks.

September 23, 2025 WY · Coal FIRE
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Accident type, without injuries

Spontaneous combustion in the upper rider seam of coal in the Middle pit. The pit is currently inactive.

September 20, 2025 WY · Coal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Struck against a moving object

Employee began to feel discomfort in neck and upper back while operating a haul truck. EE was taken to the clinic for evaluation and given a full release with no restrictions or follow up appointment needed. EE did not return to their next shift upon their own decision.

August 13, 2025 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee suffered a medical cardiac emergency.

August 13, 2025 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Technician pinched EE's thumb while installing a pin retainer plate causing a laceration that required two stitches.

June 8, 2025 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

On 6-8-2025 IE felt knee pain while changing cutting edge on a scraper. On 6-16-2025 IE was seen at orthopedic and given a restriction after MRI reading.

May 5, 2025 WY · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman OTHER
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee experienced a medical issue and was found unresponsive.

April 22, 2025 WY · Coal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Struck against a moving object

Employee began to feel back pain while driving a haul truck. IE was taken to ER for evaluation and did not return to the next shift.

March 13, 2025 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee pinched EE's finger while removing an access panel in the plant causing a laceration that required stitches.

February 17, 2025 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Unclassified, insufficient data

Employee felt an irritated eye. Employee was taken to the optometrist for evaluation where a prescription of an antibiotic for a scratch on the cornea. There was no debris.

January 29, 2025 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Struck against stationary object

Employee bumped their lip while changing a mudflap causing a laceration that resulted in 3 stitches.

December 31, 2024 WY · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Struck by flying object

Employee had a piece of debris in left eye and was given a prescription from the optometrist.

November 7, 2024 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects

While changing out a left front tire on a haul truck, I.E. was trying to spread the lock ring and EE's hand slipped and was pinched in lock ring causing a laceration to EE's right wrist.

October 28, 2024 WY · Coal FIRE
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Accident type, without injuries

A coal smoker was identified in the porcupine pit and not extinguished within 30 minutes.

October 18, 2024 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee pinched a thumb while installing a ripper cylinder pin causing a tuft fracture.

October 11, 2024 WY · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee stated that EE reached for EE's falling lunchbox and felt a pop in EE's shoulder. Upon an ORTHO appointment on 10/15/2-24, EE was issued a restriction for a shoulder sprain and scheduled an MRI.

October 10, 2024 WY · Coal FIRE
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Accident type, without injuries

A coal smoke was observed in an inactive area was not extinguished within 30 minutes.

October 2, 2024 WY · Coal FIRE
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Accident type, without injuries

A coal smoker was discovered in the Porcupine Pit and not extinguished within 30 minutes.

September 26, 2024 WY · Coal FIRE
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Accident type, without injuries

A coal smoker was discovered in the porcupine pit and not extinguished within 30 minutes.

September 10, 2024 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee got a drop of transmission fluid in their eye and was prescribed eyedrops from the optometrist.

July 31, 2024 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Peabody Powder River Mining LLC · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee felt a pop in LH knee. Upon an ORTHO visit on 08-22-2024, employee was diagnosed with a MPFL tear on their kneecap and was scheduled elective surgery to repair.

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