Mobile equipment should not be left unattended unless the parking brake is set. Manufacturer's guidelines for repair should be consulted and followed.
This is the third fatality reported in calendar year 2001 in the metal and nonmetal mining industries. As of this date in 2000, there were seven fatalities reported in these industries. This is the second fatality classified as Powered Haulage in 2001. There were four Powered Haulage fatalities in the same period in 2000.
The information provided in this notice is based on preliminary data ONLY and does not represent final determinations regarding the nature of the incident or conclusions regarding the cause of the fatality.
For more information:
MSHA's Fatal Accident Investigation Report