MSHA Final report issued for fatality on 1/4/202
- Access Compliance
- Jul 25, 2023
- 1 min read
"On January 4, 2023, a miner was fatally injured while performing maintenance inside a jaw crusher. The pitman assembly (moving jaw) rotated, pinning the miner against the crusher housing.
Best Practices:
Operators should:
block machinery components against motion before beginning maintenance or repairs;
position miners in a safe location and away from potential pinch point areas;
conduct repairs according to manufacturer's recommendations; and
develop procedures for working safely in confined spaces."
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