January 15, 2021 - On December 15, 2020, a miner was fatally injured while changing the rear tire on a front-end loader. The victim was underneath the front-end loader when it fell.

Best Practices

• Securely block raised equipment to prevent movement.
• Do not rely solely on hydraulic jacks.
• Perform equipment maintenance requiring lifting or raising equipment on a level and solid ground.
• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for changing tires.
• Establish safe operating procedures for all work.
• Ensure all workers are trained in safe operating procedures.

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