ACNR Holdings, Inc safety activity

Employee was helping re-rail a man trip when their arm was caught between the top of the bus and a water line. PPE was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rule and regulations was not a factor, body (arm) positioning was a factor,

During an examination of the Metz Elevator it was found that the bottom 60 feet of the counterweight rails had deformed from heat expansion. The elevator was immediately taken out of service until the counterweight rails could be replaced, before any damage was done to the counterweight or the ropes. No problems with equipment or compliance issues, training or PPE.

Employee was using a flat head screwdriver when it slipped from EE's left hand, causing a laceration to EE's right hand. Compliance with rules/regs, PPE, mining equip/systems not a factor. Miner proficiency may be a factor.

Employee was operating the shearer when 14 shield pulled in and struck EE's left foot. Compliance with rules/regs, PPE, mining equip/systems not a factor. Miner proficiency may be a factor.

Employee was recovering rail when hook slipped off rail causing rail to strike EE's foot. PPE was not a factor, mining system was not a factor, compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor, body positioning was a factor.