Mines Safety Significant Incident Report No. 232 Underground operator collapses underground - fatal accident

Last updated: 11 March 2025

A 28-year-old jumbo offsider collapsed while working underground on night shift and was taken to the surface. He initially received treatment from the mine medical staff and then from the Royal Flying Doctor Service but passed away during the early hours of the next day. 

Direct causes

The underground operator was undertaking heavy physical work in hot and humid conditions.

Contributory causes

The investigation is ongoing and contributory causes are yet to be confirmed.