By Donna Schmidt Say what you want about the mining industry, it is nothing if not adaptable – be it to the market, the waves of technology and pressures of the future, cost changes, regulatory expectations and any other number of elements that play a role in the success or failure of any operation. This is also true – and…
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MSHA Calls for Powered Haulage Safety
The Mine Safety and Health Administration reported that as of July 12, nine miners have been killed and 185 have been injured in accidents involving powered haulage equipment. Year to date, this is the highest number of powered haulage fatalities since 2006. That’s why the agency, on July 20, hosted a national Stand Down for Safety Day focused on powered…
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