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August 26, 2020 Fatality - Preliminary Report

Accident Report: Fatality Reference

Preliminary Report Overview

Two miners were preparing a mobile track mounted jaw crusher for shipping off site. The victim was removing wedges that secured the right hopper extension. When the wedge was removed the extension fell, crushing the victim.



The information provided in this notice is based on preliminary data ONLY and does not represent final determination regarding the nature of the incident or conclusions regarding the cause of the accident.