MSHA

US mine fatality surge prompts MSHA response

The initiative calls upon MSHA inspectors and training specialists to engage miners and mine operators.

09 May 2017

Fatality after rock fall

This is the fifth fatality reported in 2017 in the US coal mining industry.

21 April 2017

Fatality at Kentucky auger mine

The 33 year old miner had been changing worn cutter-head bits.

12 April 2017

Poor ventilation leads to fatality

A methane gas explosion occurred when sparks or smouldering metal fell from the collar of the shaft.

09 April 2017

Loose discharge boom causes fatality

MSHA's Fatality Review Committee determined the death should be charged to the mining industry.

28 March 2017

Mine fatality attributed to training lack

The mine operator failed to use equipment that was properly rated for the purpos.

26 March 2017

Tracking tag receives MSHA approval

Screen views can be inclusive of all personnel or equipment underground.

16 March 2017

US miner dies after contact with drive roller

Before working on equipment, mine operators should de-energise electrical power.

12 March 2017

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