March 15, 2023 Fatality
Accident Classification: Machinery
Location: Fort Pierce Mine, St Lucie, Florida
Mine Controller: Vulcan Materials Company
Mine Type: Surface
Mined Material: Crushed, Broken Limestone NEC
Incident Date/Time: March 15, 2023 01:15 pm
PRELIMINARY REPORT
A miner was operating an excavator along the bank of a water-filled pit when it fell into the pit and submerged.
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.