Macmahon (ASX:MAH) Reports Second Fatality at Byerwen Mine This Month

2 min read | August 23, 2024 10:38 AM AEST | By Team Kalkine Media

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Second Fatality at Byerwen Mine: Macmahon has confirmed a second death at the Byerwen coal mine in Queensland within a month. The latest fatality occurred in a collision between a light vehicle and a haul truck.

Macmahon’s Role: While the Byerwen mine is owned by QCoal, Macmahon manages all mining operations at the site, as stated on its website.

Investigation and Response: State safety investigators are examining the incident, and Macmahon is cooperating with authorities. The company’s CEO has offered condolences to the affected families and colleagues.

Macmahon (ASX:MAH) has announced a second fatality at the Byerwen coal mine in Queensland within the span of a month. The recent incident marks another tragic event at the site, which Macmahon manages on behalf of QCoal. The company describes itself as handling "all mining operations" at Byerwen on its official website.

Earlier this month, a fatal accident involved a crane and resulted in the death of Chris Schloss. The latest incident occurred when a light vehicle collided with a haul truck, leading to the truck overturning and crushing the smaller vehicle.

The Queensland mining minister addressed the state parliament about the situation, and state safety investigators were en route to Byerwen for further examination. Macmahon has committed to cooperating fully with the relevant authorities.

In response to the tragedy, Macmahon CEO Michael Finnegan expressed deep condolences, stating, "Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with our colleague’s family, friends, and workmates."

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