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April 15, 2024 Fatality

Accident Classification: Powered Haulage
Location: Riverbend Sand and Gravel, Weld, Colorado
Mine Controller: Martin Marietta Materials Inc
Mine Type: Surface
Mined Material: Construction Sand and Gravel
Incident Date/Time: April 15, 2024 11:01 pm
PRELIMINARY REPORT

A miner died while preparing a folding movable conveyor system for relocation. The miner entered an area between two previously connected sections when one section suddenly moved, crushing the miner. 

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.