February 14, 2024 - On August 18, 2023, a section foreman was installing hose for a dewatering pump.  He was found unresponsive lying in approximately eight inches of water and mud.  The death certificate listed the cause of death as drowning. 

Best Practices:

• Provide and maintain safe access to all working places.  Remove standing water where miners work and travel.
• Ensure qualified electricians examine and maintain electrical equipment in safe operating condition; if equipment is defective, correct hazards or remove equipment from service. 
• Report and correct any slip, trip, or fall hazards.

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