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A tragic accident occurred at a drill site where two victims were found under the rear of the drilling equipment following an impact. The victims were engaged in marking the next hole to be drilled. The incident involved a pickup truck that collided with the drill, resting against the cab with the door broken open, creating a hazardous situation. The slope had an inclination of 18.5%, and the site was located 136 feet from the hill's crest. At the time of the accident, the truck's engine was running, and the lights were on.
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Drill Bench Accident Scene No. 98 Pit Twenty-eight (28) feet Upslope Drill The victims were located under the rear of the drill after impact. The victims were marking the next hole to be drilled. Outslope Rear of Truck The pickup truck came to rest against the drill cab with the door sprung open. The slope angle was 18.5% and was 136 feet from the crest of the hill to the drill. Twenty-nine (29) Feet Drill holes Approximate location of the pickup truck parked with the door open, lights on and the engine running.