According to the US Mine Safety and Health Administration, there were 16 fatal coal-mining accidents across the United States in 2014. In 2013, there were 123,227 miners and 20 coal mining deaths, for a fatality rate of 0.1623 deaths per 1,000 miners. The US Mine Safety and Health Administration also reported that there were 28 deaths caused work-related accidents in mines in 2015. Of those 28 deaths, 11 occurred at coal mines and 17 took place at other types of mines or quarries. There is less mining going on now because of regulations which means less jobs and higher energy costs for Americans (less coal development) which is another story though. But there is still some mining going on now. Working in the mining industry comes with a great number of risks. If you are considering a career in the mining industry, you should make sure that you follow certain safety tips to avoid accidents and keep yourself safe.
Do not ignore the danger
The first step to keep yourself safe is to be certain that working in the mining industry comes with many hazards. It is critical to remember that since the job is inherently filled with risks and danger, you need to be alert at all times. You should watch out for your co-workers as well and make sure never to let your guard down. In one moment of carelessness, an accident with dire consequences can occur.
Plan and communicate
When you are involved in dangerous tasks, it is important to keep in mind that planning and communication are crucial. Do not only try to complete the tasks efficiently. You should allot extra time and money to ensure that safety precautions are being taken for everyone on the job. Make sure to assess all risks, including the possibility of accidents and eliminate as many risks as possible. If any risks still exist, ensure that your team is provided with clear instructions and mitigate them.
Provide professional training
All team members should undergo professional safety training on a regular basis. This should not apply only to new employees. Refresher courses should be made mandatory even for long-standing team members. Safety training sessions that have both practical and theory components can be helpful.
Wear safety equipment
It is crucial to ensure that all team members are provided with proper safety equipment for their jobs. PPE should be mandatory for all employees. From helmets to gloves to safety goggles, it is critical to make sure that all team members wear protective equipment at all times. You may have heard stories about workers’ lives being saved by a helmet. Make sure that you and your team is safe at all times by providing proper PPE.
RMFW Law has a Winning Frame of Mind
If you or a loved one has been injured in a mining accident caused by an employer’s negligence, you should immediately contact a qualified and experienced personal injury attorney at Rosenberg, Minc, Falloff & Wolff of RMFW Law at 212-344-1000. This is because we know how to win cases and have been doing so for years. We are the best law firm in the Big Apple. RMFW Law has a mighty track record and this is because we know how to attack the other side and we know what it takes to build a winning case. The first meeting is free, give us a call so we can determine if your case is winnable or not. If it is, we will carry that legal baton all the way to the finish line.
