February 25, 2025 - On January 30, 2025, a miner died when he became entangled in a log washer.  The victim was starting the log washer when he lost his balance and fell into the log washer. 

Best Practices:

• Ensure equipment and safety devices are maintained in safe working condition.
• Ensure miners are clear and free from hazards when starting equipment and performing tasks.
• Always use fall protection equipment, safety belts and lines or personnel lifts when working at heights and near openings where there is a danger of falling.
• Lock Out and Tag Out machinery against hazardous motion.
• Maintain equipment in accordance with manufacturer's means to care for and service equipment.
• Train miners in the recognition of hazards and safe work procedures.