Final report issued for fatality on 1/3/2025

MINE FATALITY – On January 3, 2025, a miner died when an excavated trench collapsed and engulfed him. The victim was replacing a 12-inch discharge line in the trench when the wall collapsed.

Best Practices:

Stay clear of potentially unstable areas. Do not enter trenches if the trench walls are not properly supported for the full height or sloped to a safe angle.
Establish and discuss safe work procedures before beginning work. Identify and control all hazards associated with the work to be performed and the methods to properly protect persons.
Follow OSHA Trenching and Excavation Safety Guidelines.

Miners and mine operators can find safety and health information on MSHA.gov.

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