General Causes of Mining Accidents
Mining accidents are grouped into several accident classes. The major causes of mining fatalities are classified as follows:
- Powered haulage
- Machinery
- Slip or fall of person
- Falling, rolling, or sliding rock or material
- Electrical
- Other
Between 2001 and 2010, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recorded 352 mining fatalities at surface mine locations. Over the same period, the CDC recorded 50,951 nonfatal, lost-time injuries at surface mines.
Safety is incredibly important. Knowing how to manage hazards can keep miners safe and healthy. Frequent reminders to stay vigilant, including annual refresher training, remind everyone how to stay safe.
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