Mines safety alert no. Newsflash | 08 July 2019 | Version 1
Fatal accident as surface coal mine worker found entangled in excavator access ladder
What happened?
On Sunday 7 July 2019, at approximately 2.00am, a 27 year old coal mine worker was found
entangled in an excavator access ladder at Baralaba coal mine. The coal mine worker was recovered by emergency responders and was unable to be resuscitated.
How did it happen?
A formal investigation by the Queensland mines inspectorate is underway.
Investigations are ongoing and further information may be published as it becomes available. The information in this publication is what is known at the time of writing.
We issue Safety Notices to draw attention to the occurrence of a serious incident, raise awareness of risks, and prompt assessment of your existing controls.
References and further information
Safety Newsflashes Purpose
- Draw attention to the occurrence of a serious incident(s) in the mining industry
- Increase Risk awareness
- Promote mines to examine and check that their controls are adequate
- Review the functional safety of machine access.
The investigations are ongoing and further information may be published as it becomes available.
The information contained in this publication is based on knowledge and understanding at the time of writing.
Contact: QldMinesInspectorate@rshq.qld.gov.au
Issued by Resources Safety & Health Queensland
General: This information is a guide only. It is not to be taken as a statement of law and must not be construed to waive or modify any legal obligation.
Placement: Place this announcement on noticeboards and ensure all relevant people in your organisation receive a copy.
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