December 6, 2022 Fatality - Preliminary Report

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Accident Report: Fatality Reference

December 6, 2022 Fatality

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Preliminary Report Overview

A miner was operating a diesel tractor underground when the tractor hit a rib. The miner was thrown from the tractor and was crushed under a rear tire of the tractor.

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.