
Tips For Avoiding The 5 Most Common Surface Mining Hazards ...
The top 5 most common hazards that cause injuries at a surface mine are: Handling Material. Slips, Trips, and Falls. Hand Tools. Powered Haulage. Machinery. The information in this article is primarily based on the most recent 2018 fatality and injury data published in the Department of Labor's Mine Injury and Worktime, Quarterly.