Mining Incidents

Haile Gold Mine Metal/Non-Metal

Haile Gold Mine Inc · Underground
Controlled by OceanaGold Corporation
Kershaw, Lancaster County, SC  ·  Active
MSHA Mine ID: 3800600

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Fatalities
0
Total incidents
182
Years on record
2005–2026
Latest incident
May 2026
Compliance record
MSHA citations since 2001
1,151
citations
195
significant & substantial
$819,084
proposed penalties
$701,853
paid to date
Source: MSHA violations data, updated weekly.
Quarterly safety rates
Citations per million employee-hours, as reported to MSHA
Quarter Hours worked Citations S&S Per 1M hrs
2025 Q4 441,123 31 4 70.3
2025 Q3 163,638 52 10 317.8
2025 Q2 352,525 37 4 105.0
2025 Q1 281,744 32 6 113.6
2024 Q4 128,668 27 3 209.8
2024 Q3 145,031 44 8 303.4
2024 Q2 308,653 44 6 142.6
2024 Q1 226,589 35 5 154.5
Quarters under 100,000 reported hours are greyed: too few hours for a stable rate.
No fatalities recorded at this mine.

Reportable incidents

182 on file

2026 · 14 incidents

May 15, 2026 SC · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was getting off the bus at the Underground to report for pre-shift lineout. Upon exiting the bus, the employee twisted their right ankle.

April 13, 2026 SC · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by flying object

While an employee was attempting to charge a hydraulic valve, the fitting/connection failed on the lower hookup and there was a pressurized release of force. The employee sustained injuries to their left ear, where a small piece of metal became lodged and was removed with minimal force. The employee also injured their left hand, but no fracture was identified in the x-ray.

March 14, 2026 SC · Metal/Non-Metal rodman, surveyor/transit helper FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by rolling or sliding object

Surveyor was marking lines on shot muck when a rock rolled onto their arm. Then rock forced their hand into another rock causing injury.

March 13, 2026 SC · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee stepped off of water truck and rolled right ankle causing injury.

March 4, 2026 SC · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver STRIKING OR BUMPING
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against stationary object

While exiting the cab of an articulated haul truck, employee stated EE's knee made contact with the vehicle's driver's side door panel. Employee was treated onsite by EMTs and released back to duty.

February 27, 2026 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech POWERED HAULAGE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was using a crane outfitted with a magnet lifting device attempting to lift a cutting edge from a dozer. When the magnet was attached, the employee stuck EE's face near the magnet and the handle released and hit EE in the nose causing injury.

February 25, 2026 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech POWERED HAULAGE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

A fueler was reversing the fuel truck and contacted a rock causing pain in the neck and shoulders.

February 23, 2026 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee twisted ankle when walking on ground while performing maintenance activities on an excavator.

January 28, 2026 SC · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Process supervisor was pulling a water hose when it became caught on something and caused the person to lose balance and fall. A restricted injury occurred.

January 20, 2026 SC · Metal/Non-Metal outside foreman, leadman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Warehouse leadman was assisting move ground engagement tools onto a pallet using a lifting magnet. When EE released the magnet and stood up, EE lost balance/slipped and fell, resulting in an injury to shoulder and knee.

January 19, 2026 SC · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer STRIKING OR BUMPING
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against stationary object

Equipment operator was exiting the rear passenger seat of a pickup truck and stuck their knee against the door causing injury. Operator was place on restrictions.

January 7, 2026 SC · Metal/Non-Metal rock driller POWERED HAULAGE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

The transport vehicle employee was riding in hit a bump. The employee noticed a pop and pain in right knee as their legs were tossed from the bump.

January 1, 2026 SC · Metal/Non-Metal assayer, geologist, metallurgist, engineer, engineer management HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Process plant metallurgical technician was carrying samples in 5 gallon buckets when their back was strained.

2025 · 23 incidents

December 25, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator POWERED HAULAGE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

The operator was driving a surface loader and hit a bump, which jostled them. They didn't immediately feel pain and finished the shift, but at the start of shift the following day they reported soreness in their back to their supervisor. They were sent to the hospital, where the doctor wrote them out of work for two days to rest their back muscles.

November 30, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Contact with electrical current

Mechanic was removing teeth off of a bucket using an 8lb sledge. There was no specific incident of injury but the mechanic explained that EE's elbow became sore, EE's grip strength became diminished on the right side, and pain worsened through the night.

October 30, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal assayer, geologist, metallurgist, engineer, engineer management SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was walking a semi-cleared footprint for a future embankment and tripped in a small hole. They twisted an ankle and was taken to the site EMT and received first aid for a sprain. After traveling home, employee visited a clinic and a break in their fibula was identified.

September 23, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A blast driller experienced an STS in EE's right ear confirmed by a retest that was reviewed by an audiologist. An internal investigation revealed a single event more than likely contributed to the STS. The event took place a few weeks prior to the initial hearing test. The blast driller was outside of the drill when air pressure was released while not wearing hearing protection.

September 22, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer POWERED HAULAGE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

A Mine Operations employee was riding the bus out to the 601 Park Up area when the bus hit a bump in the road causing a back injury to the employee. The employee was a passenger on the bus at the time of incident

September 16, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by falling object

Drill mechanic's right pinky and ring finger were injured when a shock sub fell from the rigging contacting EE's hand. The mechanic was in the process of changing out the shock sub for the drill.

August 31, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

The operator was setting up to load/charge a round when the emulsion hose became stuck underneath the primer box lid. When the operator leaned over and moved the hose out from under the lid, the lid dropped down and pinched EE's testicles between the lid and the primer box.

August 29, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Blast drill technician was assisting in loading a new hammer bit onto the deck of the drill when the hammer slipped pinching EE's finger causing injury.

August 18, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal scoop tram operator, load/haul/dump operator POWERED HAULAGE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

An UG haul truck operator injured EE's back while dumping CRF material into an underground CRF bay. While the dump bed was raised up, it scraped the "back"/roof of the CRF bay, causing the cab of the truck to lift off the ground and then fall back to the ground.

August 15, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal blaster, shooter, shotfirer, explosive worker, powder gang/monkey DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Contact with heat

Employee was on the shot pattern for shift that began at 8:00 am (excluding rest breaks and water breaks) and experienced cramping in legs and hands due to heat exposure at 12:30 pm.

August 14, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by falling object

Process operator received a right pinky injury when a pipe wrench fell from a worktable. This incident caused a restricted injury.

July 26, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against stationary object

Carrying out maintenance on a Sandvik 431 Cable bolter. removing built up grout from bolts was a hammer and bar. Hammer handle has broken mid swing personnel has hit hand on the bar and machine causing an acute fracture to middle finger on right hand.

July 13, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Contact with heat

Process plant employee was performing clean-up work when they became overheated.

June 9, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

While installing a heavy iron liner into the mixer at the batch plant, the employee suffered a muscular injury in their left bicep.

June 5, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal welder (non-shop) ELECTRICAL
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Contact with electrical current

A maintenance employee was welding on a haul truck bed in wet conditions and received a shock. As a result, a physician has placed the employee on restricted duty.

June 1, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Rubbed or abraded

A maintenance technician was performing work on an UG haul truck in the maintenance shop (located on surface). The mechanic needed to remove a rock that had fallen onto the top deck of the truck. While removing the rock, the rock slid out of their hand, causing a laceration to right thumb. The operator was wearing nitrile gloves.

May 26, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by flying object

Operator was assisting with metal cutting and handling. Afterward, EE felt irritation in EE's eye. EE attempted to flush EE's eye, but EE was unable to dislodge the object and was taken to the emergency room for treatment. The object work itself out on its own, but prescription antibiotics were prescribed (precautionary)

May 25, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by falling object

Operator was leaning out of the cab of a mucker and was bracing self with EE's left hand against the rib when several rocks broke free and struck EE's left hand and arm, causing a laceration to EE's middle finger that required 10 stitches.

May 18, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A maintenance mechanic was troubleshooting a hydraulic leak on a Cat D10 dozer under the floorboard area. During this inspection, pain was felt in the knee that resulted in restricted workdays.

May 16, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal rotary bucket excavator operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was loading a rock crusher with excavator and noticed crusher was jammed. The foreman turned crusher off, and operator waited for the machine to stop. Then, tried to adjust the jammed rocks with their hands. The employee used smaller rocks to push on the larger rock to try to free it. The larger rock(s) shifted and employee's hand was caught between crusher frame and rock.

May 9, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by flying object

An UG maintenance mechanic was using a soft steel hammer to break free a bucket tooth (G.E.T.) from a 9 yard loader bucket. When the soft steel hammer made contact with the tooth, a small metal shard sheered off and imbedded in the employees right leg calf muscle.

May 4, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by flying object

While washing the cable bolter, the operator had some grout come off the equipment and splash into their left eye. The operator flushed eye with a bottle of water and continued working. An hour later they told supervisor, and stated that they had no residual issues or pain. The following afternoon, they woke up for their shift and the eye was red and weeping.

April 27, 2025 SC · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by falling object

While loading bolts from a pallet to a truck, the operator twisted an ankle but continued working and proceeded to move the truck to a new area. While at this new location, employee was removing the banding from a bundle of bolts, and the front stack of bolts fell onto the same ankle/foot, causing a sprain.

2024 · 30 incidents

December 20, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While trouble shooting a hydraulic leak on a blast drill, a maintenance technician was injected with hydraulic oil in their left index finger.

November 20, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

A process maintenance worker was lifting the corner of a 1/4 inch plate of steel to allow the forklift to pick up the plate when worker felt pain in EE's back.

October 2, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A maintenance welder was cutting plates from a haul truck bed in the rebuild process. While cutting away a section, there was stored energy that released and the plate struck the welder in the left arm and face. The upper part of the left arm received soft tissue damage including bruising and swelling.

September 11, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The miner was charging a hole in the back and was using a spider plug/pilgrims hat to plug the hole. When EE inserted the plug and pulled the PVC pipe out, a rock was knocked loose and hit the miner in the face.

August 30, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal welder (non-shop) HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by falling object

Employee was using a small crowbar to pry off bearings to prepare to line bore. Crowbar popped off the bearing and the bearing fell off striking the employee on the inside of the left knee.

August 19, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal welder (non-shop) OTHER
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A maintenance technician was welding on a haul truck bed in a squatting position. When they went to stand, they twisted and felt a pop in their big toe.

August 14, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Injured worker was attempting to cut through a seam weld on existing geomembrane liner with a utility knife when the blade slipped loose from the liner and struck the top of the thumb on the opposite hand that was holding the knife. The hooked blade penetrated the worker's leather glove. Several sutures/stitches were required to close the wound.

August 12, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Equipment operator felt a "pop" in knee when exiting the operator's haul truck. The operator has been placed on restrictions.

August 11, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal water circuit operator, slurry operator, mix operator, pump operator worker HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

A process operator received lime burns to abdomen, back, and face when they came into contact with lime. The operator was removing a bolt on a flange at the lime slaker.

August 2, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall onto or against objects

Operator was carrying split set bolts when EE tripped and fell hitting EE's elbow on the fender of the jumbo drill causing injury.

June 29, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

A process employee was placing a conveyor guard back into position when the guard slipped smashing finger. The injury resulted in a fractured left ring finger.

June 26, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal transit man, surveyor/transit worker SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall from piled material

A surveyor was walking on a shot muck pile to put in stakes for dig control when the surveyor lost footing and fell. A leg injury was the result of the fall.

June 23, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS (TOXIC AGENTS)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Nox exposure. Short of breath and coughing. Employee taken to hospital and spent the night then was released and returned to work with light duty.

June 18, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal draftsman, surveyor/transit work supervisor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

A surveyor tripped while walking on a shot muck pile, and while falling, they used their arm to catch themselves, resulting in a hyperextended wrist.

June 14, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver STRIKING OR BUMPING
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against stationary object

A haul truck driver was ascending the onboarding ladder and hit their knee causing injury.

June 7, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Ergonomics, twisting and pulling, rocks on the ground

June 1, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Haul truck operator felt pain in the hip while dismounting the Komatsu 730 haul truck. The operator has been placed on restricted duty.

May 31, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Rubbed or abraded

Maintenance welder felt knee pain while kneeling to work on a PC4000 backboard that was lying on the shop floor. The welder was placed on restricted duty.

May 27, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

A maintenance welder's left foot was injured requiring stitches. The welder was removing worn metal from a mining shovel bucket backplate. The backplate had been removed from the bucket and was laying on cribbing on the shop floor. While removing worn metal with a torch, the backplate slid slightly pinning EE's left foot to the ground causing injury.

May 23, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal rotary bucket excavator operator DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Contact with heat

An excavator operator became exhausted by heat when the air conditioning was not working properly in the cab. The operator was told several times during the shift by supervision that EE could park the machine if it became too hot to operate but failed to do so.

May 13, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

A processing plant operator was attempting to unclog a portable pump and was sprayed with hot water. This resulted in second degree burns on the left arm.

May 9, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

An underground operator was manually loading a stocking deck with 8-foot split sets when EE felt a pain in their back. The operator was picking up the split sets and then turning to place them on the deck when EE felt the pain.

May 4, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by falling object

While attempting to pry bent ladder on PC4000 over to lower it to the ground. Technician 1 was using a 36" pry bar, it slipped and fell approximately 6 feet striking Technician 2's (IP) hard hat and mouth, splitting both IP's lips resulting in 6 stitches total, 4 in the upper lip, 2 in the lower lip. Doctor cleared IP to return to work on full duties.

April 26, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal FIRE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Accident type, without injuries

A Cat 349 excavator caught fire while placing logs on a fire when the excavator caught fire. The operator exited the cab and moved away from the machine unharmed. The fire department responded but was unable to extinguish the fire due to the location of the excavator. The excavator was a total loss.

March 30, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

During maintenance on the front-end loader bucket an employee (EE) placed their left hand under the plow bolt and while attempting the removal of the bolt, the sharp edges of the bolt head spun and lacerated the middle and index finger of the hand. EE was taken to onsite medic where stitches were determined.

February 28, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

Equipment operator felt pain in back while operating a Cat 730 articulating haul truck.

February 10, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

A drill tech caught their finger between a blast drill bit and the deck of the drill while attempting to sit the bit on the deck.

February 7, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

A maintenance technician was working on a Epiroc D65 drill installing a new drive line when EE's foot became entangled in hydraulic lines. While trying to free their foot, EE felt a pop in their knee. This resulted in a sprain in the knee and aggravated a previous injury that did not happen on site.

January 27, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by flying object

A maintenance welder was walking through the shop when they felt something in their eye. Eyewash was used immediately but the condition worsened throughout the shift. Employee was seen by a physician and was written out of work for a shift.

January 17, 2024 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Drill operator was exiting the cab when EE's finger became caught in the door latch causing a small laceration resulting in medical treatment of 4 sutures.

2023 · 18 incidents

December 20, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A worker fractured fibula in the right leg while picking up trash near a pond outfall.

December 11, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal janitor HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Worker was lifting a 35 lb. box when worker felt pain in back and stomach. A physician has placed worker on light duty.

November 18, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator OTHER
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was walking from warehouse to the shop on flat ground. Felt a pop in their knee, after returning to their desk they started feeling pain in knee and was sent to ER for evaluation.

November 17, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee got a foreign object in EE's eye when EE wiped EE's face and had metal shavings on the sleeve of EE's shirt. The employee was unable to flush the object out of EE's eye and was transported to a medical facility where it was removed and EE was prescribed antibiotics.

October 5, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by falling object

6020B bucket pin (weighing about 1000lbs) fell off the back of the technician's truck striking them in the left foot. The pin was in a sling, but resting on the truck bumper when it slipped. Pin fell approximately 3 feet. Tech sustained a crush injury to their left foot.

August 30, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

While employee was in the process of carrying rock bolts to face, EE tripped on a protruding bolt from the bolt carrier deck causing EE to fall down and twisting EE's back.

August 13, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A maintenance technician twisted an ankle on uneven ground while refueling a fuel cell.

August 8, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal janitor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

A janitorial employee was exiting the administration building when EE lost balance and fell because of a small rock that was underneath the rug. This resulted in a minor knee injury.

July 14, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Contact with heat

An underground operator was removing ventilation fans outside of the portal and became exhausted by heat. The operator was cooled down and rehydrated. After work EE began to feel worse and was seen by a doctor and missed days away from work due to the condition.

July 1, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

500 area operator was going to swap pump at the caustic tank, due to issues with the main pump. Operator closed the suction and discharge valves for the pump 500-PP-030. When the operator opened the suction and discharge valves for 500-pp-031, the drain valve broke causing caustic to come in contact with the operators left leg and right forearm.

June 9, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator POWERED HAULAGE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against stationary object

A process operator was operating a small stand up skid steer (Dingo) cleaning up material when EE's arm came into contact with a metal cross brace member of the process plant structure causing injury.

June 5, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

While using a pressure washer, an employee was splashed with lime causing second degree chemical burns to the face and hands.

May 20, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Accident type, without injuries

While Sandvik 421i closed cab double boom jumbo was drilling high bottom in the portal 1 decline there was an unintended initiation of explosive from a miss hole that was not identified during cleanup and inspection of the area. No injuries or Equipment damage was found.

May 12, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal warehouse, supply handler SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

The Employee was walking into work (around 6 am). EE was carrying lunch box. EE stepped off the edge of the sidewalk. This caused EE to roll an ankle (no injury) and fall onto left side (shoulder was dislocated). EE fell just past the entrance to Haile's admin building (near the turnstiles).

April 23, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

A driller sustained a strain/sprain injury to the right upper arm while assisting another driller in breaking a bit free from the drill hammer. Die blocks of the breakout jaws were covered in buildup, preventing the jaws from opening fully. A soft faced sledgehammer was used to break the bit free. While swinging the sledgehammer, the assisting driller felt discomfort in elbow.

March 23, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

The maintenance technician was lying down, replacing a hydraulic temp sensor on an excavator. Upon removal of the sensor, hydraulic oil poured onto the technician's face and safety glasses. The employee removed self from the area and wiped the oil from face. While doing so, oil got into the corner of the employee's left eye and began to burn.

February 14, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Miner cleaning dry lime from a silo, unknowingly got dry lime inside their boot, resulting in second degree chemical burns to the miner's left foot, some time later. The miner reported the injury two days after performing the work. They were assessed on site and transferred to a nearby medical facility for further assessment and treatment.

January 29, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While an employee was moving a pump a wire fray on the bull hose poked EE in the finger through the glove. EE reported the incident to management on EE's next shift. On 2/2, EE's day off EE was taken to the clinic, infection had set in, the infection was surgically removed, and EE was given antibiotics. EE was released from the clinic on light duty, and EE returned to work.

2022 · 9 incidents

November 15, 2022 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall onto or against objects

Process Maintenance Tech prepping to start a repair on CIL tank 4 launder, prior to repair work starting, the inflatable plug which was just installed in the upcomer ruptured, causing one maintenance tech to have slurry enter their eye and received a fracture to the ankle.

November 7, 2022 SC · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall onto or against objects

Tight work space, fell against wall after bolt unscrewed by the rattle gun

October 4, 2022 SC · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Process Technician was walking up a flight of stairs when their foot got caught on a step. Employee tripped, fell forward and tried to slow their fall by grabbing onto the handrail. Their left hand slipped off of the handrail as they fell forward, hitting their knee and shin. The employee felt pain in the right shoulder area after recovering from the fall.

October 2, 2022 SC · Metal/Non-Metal driller, highwall operator, highwall drill operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

After changing innertubes on drill steel, the employee was carrying the bad innertube to our scrap rod pile. While carrying one of these bad innertubes the employee's left knee buckled and made a loud popping noise.

September 30, 2022 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall from machine

A blast drill operator fell approximately 4 feet to the ground, from the drill platform. The operator had leaned against the handrail while moving sample bags when it broke, resulting in the handrail and operator falling to the ground.

August 28, 2022 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against stationary object

Driller lacerated wrist on cotter pin securing the pivot pin of the ladder to BD13 drill. The driller was using the ladder to exit the machine, when EE's hand caught the sharp edge of the pin. The driller notified the supervisor, was taken to the first aid room, then to a medical facility, where EE received 6 sutures and was released to normal duty.

July 15, 2022 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill helper, chuck tender HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee felt pain in lower back and arm while lifting a breakout wrench to disassemble a DTH Hammer

March 30, 2022 SC · Metal/Non-Metal dryer operator, kiln operator, dry plant operator, fluid operator, bed dryer operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was was pulling a water hose and felt discomfort in the lower back. Employee was seen by the doctor on 3/31/22 and given restricted duty.

January 21, 2022 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall from machine

Maintenance technician dismounting DT4 dozer with hose in hand, technician's hand then foot slipped causing the technician to fall approximately 5ft from the track to the ground, landing on the back.

2021 · 9 incidents

October 26, 2021 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Maintenance Technician sustained a laceration to the left hand fingers from sharp metal.

September 27, 2021 SC · Metal/Non-Metal utility man, shift tech, service/dump truck operator POWERED HAULAGE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

Employee was driving an articulating haul truck when employee hit a bump in the road and immediately felt a sharp pain in abdomen. The employee was diagnosed with a hernia and put on restricted duty.

September 9, 2021 SC · Metal/Non-Metal clerk, timekeeper, office worker, director of sales SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was walking across employee parking lot and turned left ankle.

September 7, 2021 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee strained the back on the right side after stacking a tire on the pallet for storage. The injury did not constitute medical treatment until October 6th when EE was prescribed physical therapy to treat the strain.

August 10, 2021 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

The right pinky finger was caught between pipe wrench and drill rod guard on exploration drill causing a fracture and laceration requiring stitches.

July 26, 2021 SC · Metal/Non-Metal outside foreman, leadman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee, in a kneeling position (right leg down) was using a spring loaded, self-retracting utility knife to cut a zip tie. As the cut was made, the knife slipped, causing a laceration to the left shin. Employee received 6 sutures to close the wound, and returned to work immediately.

April 13, 2021 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall from machine

Employee fell from drill while performing maintenance causing a head injury requiring the employee to be out of work.

March 16, 2021 SC · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by rolling or sliding object

Employee was operating loader. They stepped off the machine to use the bathroom and a rock rolled off the highwall hitting them in the foot causing injury.

February 24, 2021 SC · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by flying object

Operator was clearing the crusher discharge, rock released from above contacting the 5' steel mill bar operator was working with and it hit them in the face/mouth area.

2020 · 7 incidents

October 28, 2020 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee was working on the slope detailing the geocomposite, the weather was overcast with a temperature of 70°. As EE went to make a cut with the straight blade EE stabbed EE's leg with the tip of the blade. EE's co-workers helped administer first aid.

October 25, 2020 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

An employee was helping carry a submersible pump from a standing metal table to the bed of LV022 (Ford Truck). The employee felt a pain in EE's back. The employee stated the back did not start hurting until the pump was sat down and the pressure was relieved off EE's back.

September 21, 2020 SC · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Process Operator was clearing a chute blockage underneath the Jaw Crusher using a metal bar when a rock became dislodged and struck the operators finger causing injury.

August 30, 2020 SC · Metal/Non-Metal FIRE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Accident type, without injuries

HDPE line caught fire while electrofusing.

July 17, 2020 SC · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against stationary object

Operator stepped on a rock and turned their ankle.

May 8, 2020 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against stationary object

Conducting maintenance on a front end loader and was changing the cutting edge. EE was using an impact gun to remove a nut off a bolt and the bolt slipped causing a laceration to EE's hand.

February 5, 2020 SC · Metal/Non-Metal belt foreman, maintenance foreman, maintenance supervisor MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

Employee was removing Liners with the Liner handler. The bolts holding the seat to the liner handler sheared causing the seat, with the employee in it, to fall 88 inches to the charge, this broke employee's knee cap. Employee had seatbelt on.

2019 · 10 incidents

November 25, 2019 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

Changing a bit. Operator was attempting to thread the bit on with the rotation on. Operator's sleeve caught in the chuck and pinched causing the material to rip and pull the operator around the steel. Operator was able to rip the sweat shirt to escape.

November 22, 2019 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Process mechanics were changing two discs on the ISA mill that were worn. In the process of removing the third hub, a 2" nylon strap secured around the hub snapped and impacted the mechanic on EE's forearm just above EE's wrist.

October 24, 2019 SC · Metal/Non-Metal steel worker, iron metal worker, iron worker HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Lifting pipe and pipe slipped and caught finger

October 8, 2019 SC · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While attempting to tandem pump in the snake pit a drain valve seal failed and the pipe shifted and hit a mine tech. The mine tech was injured. Left ankle was swelling, the MRT and EMS started first aid and transported mine tech to the hospital.

July 31, 2019 SC · Metal/Non-Metal driller, highwall operator, highwall drill operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by falling object

Operator was doing housekeeping around the Drill and Blast Conex area. Operator was in the process of stacking small hammers on a pallet. As Operator laid a hammer on the stack of hammers, the top hammer rolled down and pinched EE's hand between the hammer below.

July 19, 2019 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall to lower level, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee fell 4.5-5ft from berm and sustained concussion.

July 17, 2019 SC · Metal/Non-Metal welder (non-shop) HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Lifting a section of grating as it was slid out of the way the right hand middle finger was caught as a result the tip finger bone was fractured.

May 30, 2019 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was pulling self up on drill. As employee was pulling self up, employee felt a pop in abdomen

March 29, 2019 SC · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer POWERED HAULAGE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

The employee was shook up when a large rock was loaded into the back of the haul truck the employee was operating.

January 15, 2019 SC · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

During the process of installing a HDPE pipe a worker's foot became stuck in mud. While EE was pulling it out EE strained right knee.

2018 · 16 incidents

November 12, 2018 SC · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Plant operator slipped while washing work area with a water hose causing a left knee bruise/contusion.

November 4, 2018 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall onto or against objects

A shoulder injury occurred causing restricted duty on a mobile maintenance employee. The technician was pressure washing a blast drill when EE stepped into a sampling port on the drill deck. The technician tried to catch/brace self thus causing injury.

October 25, 2018 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall onto or against objects

Employee was walking towards a water pump to check fuel level when employee lost footing and tried to catch self with hand on the pump. The employee cut finger on the pump when employee tried to catch self. As a result, the employee received three sutures in the right index finger.

August 28, 2018 SC · Metal/Non-Metal rotary bucket excavator operator MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by falling object

Injured worker was moving pipe in Millzone Pit, pipe slipped off excavator bucket and crushed left hand between pipe and rock.

August 6, 2018 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

IE was standing on a wooden block while fueling a generator IE slipped off block and felt a pain in IE's back.

July 31, 2018 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

While adjusting the tongs on a forklift, employee got right index finger caught between a tong and the forklift frame. Employee suffered a laceration and wound burst to the index finger.

July 14, 2018 SC · Metal/Non-Metal assayer, geologist, metallurgist, engineer, engineer management SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

While on break in the designated smoking area, employee was standing, took a step backward, and felt right knee pop, causing employee to fall to the ground. Employee was later diagnosed with a knee sprain.

June 25, 2018 SC · Metal/Non-Metal outside foreman, leadman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While installing stainless steel jacketing on a tank, the jacket slipped, hitting the employee's glove, causing a laceration to employee's finger.

May 29, 2018 SC · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by flying object

Employee disconnected a discharge hose from the cyanide tanker under pressure, causing the hose to strike them in the left forearm. Employee suffered a laceration to the forearm requiring 6 sutures.

May 29, 2018 SC · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was unplugging a rock chute with a steel pry bar when the bar kicked back, striking EE in the right jaw, lacerating it. Two sutures were required to treat the laceration.

May 17, 2018 SC · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall onto or against objects

While stepping across a pipeline 42 inches high, employee slipped, striking head upon the pipe flange, requiring sutures. Employee was not scheduled to work after this day because it was the last day of a two day shutdown job.

April 20, 2018 SC · Metal/Non-Metal ENTRAPMENT
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Accident type, without injuries

Cat 777 haul truck delivered load of stone to new road construction site. The truck backed up to the edge of a shallow trench, which collapsed, causing the truck to tip over on its right side. The driver could not exit the truck due to the height off the ground and dismounted using a portable ladder 45 minutes later.

March 27, 2018 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Maintenance technician was changing filters on an excavator, and dropping them off the machine into an open drum. After the technician let one go, a second employee reached out with hand to push the dropped filter into the drum. This employee's finger was pinched between the falling filter and a one already in the drum, causing a laceration.

March 17, 2018 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by flying object

Employee was using an air arc on an excavator bucket. Upon completing the task, the employee felt something in right eye. A physician later removed a small piece of metal from eye.

February 23, 2018 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

While lifting the tongue of a Godwin Pump trailer, employee suffered a thoracic back strain. Employee was treated by a physician and taken out of work for a few days to recover.

January 7, 2018 SC · Metal/Non-Metal plumber, pipefitter, millwright HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee was working to thaw frozen Milk of Lime Feed Hose. The header was not locked at the pump and upon clearing the ice from the hose, the employee cracked open the ball valve to check for flow. This resulted in Milk of Lime being sprayed in the face and chest.

2017 · 16 incidents

November 28, 2017 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was walking around an exploration drill to check the fuel level. EE right foot slipped in mud, causing a sprain of right knee.

November 12, 2017 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Injured employee and coworker were removing steel from a drill mast to the ground. Employee took a step and felt a "pop" and pain in the right hip.

October 6, 2017 SC · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While walking out of the office to report to work, the employee stepped onto the edge of a small drain ditch, twisting knee. Employee was placed on restricted duty.

October 1, 2017 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech POWERED HAULAGE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

While riding as a passenger in an articulated service truck, employee struck arm on cab frame when truck struck a hole. Employee suffered contusion to their arm and placed on restricted duty.

September 30, 2017 SC · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall onto or against objects

While inspecting a berm, employee fell down and struck their left knee on a rock, suffering a contusion. Employee was placed on restricted duty.

September 13, 2017 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill helper HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by falling object

While driving a t-post with a driver, the driver slipped off the post, striking the employee in the head, knocking off employee's hardhat. Employee was diagnosed with a contusion and lost two workdays as a precaution.

September 12, 2017 SC · Metal/Non-Metal belt foreman, maintenance foreman, maintenance supervisor HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

The employee was doing housekeeping. Employee called out that employee would need help moving a box. The employee then proceeded to lift the box before help arrived. While lifting the box the employee strained lower back.

July 1, 2017 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by flying object

Employee was attempting to remove teeth from a loader bucket. When they struck a stuck tooth with a soft-face hammer, a piece of the tooth broke off, lodging in their left leg. Employee required surgery to remove the piece of metal.

March 31, 2017 SC · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Finished moving material in office area and placing in back of van. Employee removed gloves to close the van door and a piece of material slid out and ee reached to catch it to prevent it falling out and cut middle finger of right hand requiring stitches.

March 22, 2017 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While climbing onto a Cat D8 dozer, a maintenance mechanic felt a pain in left shoulder. The mechanic was examined by a physician and placed on restricted duty.

March 10, 2017 SC · Metal/Non-Metal plumber, pipefitter, millwright HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

Employee was working to re-install drive belts on Flash Flotation circuit. The isolated and locked-out belts were being re-installed by rotating the unit by hand. Employee was positioned on the in-going nip of the drive sheave when right, little finger became caught in the nip point created by the belts engaging the drive sheave resulting in a fracture of finger.

March 8, 2017 SC · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Temp employee was using a hole saw to cut out some metal and was using the blade to remove the piece of metal ee had just cut. EE failed to unplug the saw and the blade cut hand

March 6, 2017 SC · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

While operating dozer with ripper, ripper slipped off rock, causing jarring motion to dozer. Employee bit down on teeth, causing fracture of left #19 tooth. Tooth requires extraction and implant.

February 18, 2017 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill helper HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee lifted a section of drill rod and felt a pain in the lower back. EE was diagnosed with lower back strain.

February 14, 2017 SC · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Improper use of knife to remove insulation from wire-out finger & required 4 stitches.

January 10, 2017 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While loading a drill steel on the back of a pickup truck, the drill steel shifted. The employee tried to shove the steel away from self, but the end resting on the truck dropped on foot. EE was wearing steel-toed boots, but the drill rod struck just behind the toe guard. EE was later diagnosed with a fractured toe. EE returned to work the same day on restricted duty.

2016 · 17 incidents

December 16, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal outside foreman, leadman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was walking from the vehicle to the jobsite entrance in the designated employee parking lot and tripped over a railroad tie and fractured a rib as a result. The normal walking path was under construction. The employee was not yet clocked in and was not performing work at the time of injury.

November 7, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Laborer was using a t-post driver to drive a t-post. EE raised the driver up too high as ee was attempting to drive the post, missed the post as EE brought the driver down, and hit leg with the driver, which resulted in a small laceration that required two sutures.

October 20, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall from machine

While unloading delivery truck, employee pulled on a pallet strap to reposition it. The strap broke, causing the employee to stumble backwards, falling off the rear of the van to the ground below. Employee returned to work but later complained of back pain. EE was examined by a physician on 11/3/16 and placed on restricted duty due to back pain and sprained ligament in back.

September 29, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee stepped into a hole adjacent to a recently poured concrete pad. This action resulted in employee breaking left ankle.

September 20, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against stationary object

EE was getting set up to use a threading machine for some conduit. EE was adjusting the machine & finishing up by tightening the adjustment nut using an adjustable wrench. The wrench came off the nut & the forward motion caused EE's hand to hit the reamer attachment, causing a cut to middle finger on right hand. EE received 9 stitches as a result.

September 9, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Welder was using a wire brush on a mini-grinder to clean up a weld and the brush inadvertently ran across the back of the welder's right hand

August 24, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal master mechanic, foreman, supervisor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE stepped in a divot in the ground and knee gave out. Physician ruled as strain. Employee had an MRI on 09/10/2016. Results were sent to us on 9/14/2016 at 3:36pm and degenerative changes found with cyst and small partial tear/fray with Degenerative Join Disease, and Osteoarthritis. Filing because of changes found that make it a recordable if not denied.

August 16, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

A Cat EX1 excavator was loading a rock into the bed of a Cat 777 when the rock dropped out of the bucket and struck the truck bed. This action caused the bed to raise slightly and then came down jarring the operator in the cab. The truck driver complained 4 hours later of a pain in their back. The employee was examined by a physician and diagnosed with a low back strain.

July 31, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill helper HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by flying object

On July 31, employee broke a rock core sample with a hammer. A rock sliver punctured EE's finger. On August 1, EE reported the incident to the site nurse, who referred EE to a doctor. The physician opened the wound to remove the sliver, and then closed the incision with one suture and covered with a band-aid. EE was prescribed antibiotics and returned to work the next day.

July 5, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Contact with heat

While picking up trash in the maintenance area, employee suffered heat stress symptoms. EE was transported to the hospital and received IV fluids for rehydration. EE was released to work with no restrictions. On July 6, the employee left work after stating felt bad, and did not report to work the following day, July 7, but did return to full work duties on July 8.

June 27, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal plumber, pipefitter, millwright MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Body placement- the employee face was too close to the where EE was operating the grinder, and EE was on the third rung of a ladder compromising EE's ability to handle the recoil of the grinder when it kicked back. The employee was only using one hand on the grinder.

June 14, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal electrician helper HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

While pulling cable from cable spool employee suffered muscle strain to left shoulder. EE received cortisone shot and placed on restricted duty for 3 days.

May 11, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal mechanic helper MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee was installing a guard of expanded metal and drilling holes. When the hole was finished, left wrist was bleeding, the employee did not feel it and was unaware had been injured. During the investigation if was assumed the employee was cut on the expanded metal. There were no other sharp edges on the agitator. Employee received 3 stitches.

May 5, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer POWERED HAULAGE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

On May 5, employee was being trained to drive a Cat 777 haul truck. While dumping, the truck had a jarring motion. The EE complained of neck and back pain to their trainer. EE was examined by a doctor and was RTW on restricted duty. The EE reported to their next shift on May 10. EE failed to successfully complete the training program and left employment on May 11.

April 13, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal crane operator, mobile equipment operator (meo), dragline operator, dropball operator, rigger HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was involved in the rigging process of shacking out iron in the laydown yard in order to transport needed iron to the work area. As the crane came up on the load, the beam rolled as the ee tried to control the load. As the beam rolled EE's left hand was caught in a pinch point of the corner of the beam. EE's middle left finger was cut. Employee received 5 sutures

March 24, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman POWERED HAULAGE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

CAT 745C operator was driving to park at shift end. Drove off designated haul road to cut across fill area and hit 24" deep ditch. EE bounced up and hit head on the grab bar behind the seat, sustaining a 4" laceration to back of head. CAT's onboard monitoring system indicated that driver was wearing EE's seatbelt. EE was transported to the hospital where EE received 14 sutures.

March 19, 2016 SC · Metal/Non-Metal rodman, surveyor/transit helper SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall onto or against objects

Working from a platform while installing concrete forms, employee slipped while picking up EE's pliers causing EE to hit EE's forehead on installed rebar. Employee received 13 sutures to EE's forehead and returned to work. Employee was using fall protection at time of injury.

2015 · 1 incident

November 2, 2015 SC · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

An operator of a haul truck over turned on county road 188. The truck left the permitted area via the county road when it ran over a rough patch of pavement and over turned. The seat belted driver sustained a laceration to the back of his head which required sutures; in addition he spent the night in observation at the hospital. He returned to work 2 days later.

2013 · 1 incident

March 19, 2013 SC · Metal/Non-Metal quality control technician, laboratory technician, laboratory assistant OTHER
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee was working outdoors and was stung on the right arm by a Bee.

2012 · 3 incidents

April 19, 2012 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill helper MACHINERY
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was working on a exploration drill rig. He was steadying the lower end of a piece of drill casing as it was being threaded to casing that was already installed in drill hole. As it was being lifted into place, the employees right hand got mashed between two pieces of casing. He sustained a laceration, fracture and partial amputation to his right pinky finger.

April 12, 2012 SC · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee was sawing a piece of core/rock and alleges he felt something fall into his left eye.

January 12, 2012 SC · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall from ladders

While ascending a ladder to the booster outlet valve the employee missed a rung and fell contacting his chin on the guard frame of the booster.

2011 · 4 incidents

October 11, 2011 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill helper HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

While bagging a 25 lb sample on an RC rig the employee felt a slight pull in the groin area.

August 6, 2011 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

The employee was lifting the end of a piece of drill steel and felt pain in his lower back.

July 14, 2011 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill helper SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE was standing at an electrical switch panel waiting to fill the water truck he was assigned to operate. According to his statement, a snake came out of the bushes with its mouth opened and he thought it was going to bite him. He jumped back and fell on some gravels resulting in bruising to his left shoulder, ribs and lower back.

May 23, 2011 SC · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

The employee was carrying a core barrel, stepped on an uneven surface and twisted his right ankle resulting in a sprain. He worked four days of restricted duty.

2010 · 3 incidents

October 21, 2010 SC · Metal/Non-Metal assayer, geologist, metallurgist, engineer, engineer management POWERED HAULAGE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

Operating 700 polaris (side by side) in an unsafe manner. Going too fast. This accident did not occur on property under mine permit.

October 21, 2010 SC · Metal/Non-Metal assayer, geologist, metallurgist, engineer, engineer management POWERED HAULAGE
Haile Gold Mine Inc · Struck against a moving object

Operating 700 polaris (side by side) in an unsafe manner. Going too fast. This accident did not occur on property under current mine permit.

2005 · 1 incident

June 27, 2005 SC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Haile Mining Company Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was assisting to install a security gate. As the gate was being positioned for installation, the employee's fingertip was pinched between the gate hinge and pole.