Accident Report: Fatality Reference
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July 26 2025 - Fatality Alert.pdf
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MINE FATALITY – On July 26, 2025, an electrician was electrocuted when he came in contact with one phase of a 13,200-volt three phase power source.
Best Practices
- Always lock out, tag out, and try out electrical equipment prior to work.
- Verify circuits are de-energized using properly rated test equipment.
- Leave protective covers in place until electrically powered equipment is de-energized.
- Always ensure High Voltage equipment conductors are grounded before beginning work.
- Always use proper tools and Personal Protective Equipment when working with electricity.
Additional Information
This is the 17th fatality reported in 2025, and the first classified as “Electrical.”