Dangerous Incident: Underground Worker Trapped

March 29, 2018 Tara

Summary:

An underground worker became trapped after a generator cut out on low water leaving a material hoist in a position that blocked access to a ladder. The worker was trapped underground from 3.30pm Thursday to 7am on Friday. Operators at a nearby mine found the worker on the
Friday morning.

Recommendations to Industry:

Mine operators should review how often their emergency response procedures are tested and any shortcomings should be reviewed and changes implemented. Mine operators should review having a second escape route in the event of an emergency.

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