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July 29, 2025 Fatality

Accident Classification: Machinery
Location: Academy Black - Clovis, CA
Mine Controller: Patrick Alexander
Mine Type: Surface
Mined Material: Dimension Granite
Incident Date/Time: July 29, 2025 11:14 am
PRELIMINARY REPORT

A contractor died when the excavator he was tramming toppled forward, causing the cab to land on a boulder.

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.