MINE FATALITY – On December 13, 2021, a miner was fatally injured when he became entangled in the drill steel of the roof bolting machine he was operating. Best Practices: Before performing maintenance and repair work on roof bolting machines or other equipment: Turn off the engine. Securely block equipment against hazardous motion by following manufacturer’s recommendations. Never touch or hold the drill steel while it is rotating. Do not wear loose-fitting or bulky clothing when working around any machinery with rotating parts. Train miners to perform their assigned tasks safely. ![]() Miners and mine operators can find safety and health information on MSHA.gov. |