MSHA MINE FATALITY – On May 13, 2019, a 59-year-old supervisor with 40 years of experience was fatally injured when the stationary crane he was operating fell 85 feet into the quarry.
Best Practices:
- Ensure all safety devices are functional.
- Conduct a visual inspection of the equipment, load, and rigging prior to placing equipment in operation..
- Conduct a visual inspection of site conditions and potential hazards.
Additional Information:
This is the 6th MSHA fatality reported in calendar year 2019. As of this date in 2018, there were 8 MSHA fatalities reported. This is the 4th Machinery accident classification fatality in 2019. There was one Machinery accident classification fatalities during the same period in 2018.