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MINE FATALITY – On July 6, 2026, a miner died when the haul truck he was operating collided with another haul truck.
Best Practices
- Always operate mobile equipment at safe speeds and following distances. Consider the condition of roadways, grades, clearances, visibility, traffic, weather, and the type of equipment being used.
- Ensure miners are adequately task trained in the safe operation of all equipment they operate.
- Ensure haulage roads are examined for hazardous conditions. Communicate hazardous conditions to all persons using the haulage roads.
- Follow the traffic rules at the mine and the mine’s Safety Program for Surface Mobile Equipment
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Miners and mine operators can find safety and health information on MSHA.gov.
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