MSHA - Final report issued for fatality on 3/1/2023

"On March 1, 2023, a miner died when the bulldozer he was operating went over an embankment, ejecting him from the operator's cab.

Best Practices:

• Operators should train miners to:

• Wear a seat belt while operating mobile equipment.

• Examine ground conditions before beginning work in an area and as ground conditions warrant during the work shift.

• Operate equipment safely, and to identify and report hazards.

• Be aware of their position relative to edges of roadways and benches..."
  

https://www.msha.gov/data-reports/fatality-reports/2023/march-1-2023-fatality/final-report