MSHA Fatality Alert - "On August 5, 2023, a piece of granite fell, striking two miners, killing one and seriously injuring the other.
Best Practices:
Examine work areas to identify loose ground or unstable conditions before work begins and as conditions change. Report hazards and do not work in unsafe conditions.
Correct unsafe conditions or barricade areas to prevent access before beginning work.
Consider mining methods that do not require miners to work or travel near the base of a highwall..."
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