MINE FATALITY– On January 14, 2022, a 44-year-old contract laborer with 13 years of total experience received fatal injuries when he fell 27 feet to a concrete surface. At the time of the accident, the contractor was on a belt conveyor in a preparation plant and was working to replace a belt conveyor roller.
Best Practices:
Establish and follow safety policies and procedures when working at heights.
Train minersto use fall protection when a fall hazard exists.
Ensure fall protection is available and properly maintained.
Provide identifiable and secure anchor pointsto attach lanyards and lifelines.
Provide mobile or stationary platforms - or scaffolding- where there is a risk of falling.