The Ministry of Labour is investigating a fatality at the Wesdome Eagle River gold mine near White River. Spokesperson Matt Blajer says a worker was buried in a "Muck pile" and when recovered was found dead. Blajer says they'll be looking at what happened and what safety procedures were taken in the incident.
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Mining Accident Kills Worker
The Ministry of Labour is investigating a fatality at the Wesdome Eagle River gold mine near White River. Spokesperson Matt Blajer says a worker was buried in a "Muck pile" and when recovered was found dead. Blajer says they'll be looking at what happened and what safety procedures were taken in the incident.