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A miner died after becoming entangled in a belt conveyor.
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.
MINE FATALITY – On March 5, 2025, a miner died while clearing strips of old belt rubber from a belt conveyor tail roller. During this process, the belt conveyor started to operate, causing the miner to become entangled in between the fluted tail roller and the belt.
FAI-F01574B-1
UNITED STATES
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
REPORT OF INVESTIGATION
Surface
(Crushed and Broken Granite)
Fatal Power Haulage Accident
March 5, 2025
Arrowood
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.
Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
ID No. 31-00059
Accident Investigators
