01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed May 1, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
CRH plc's subsidiary, Arkhola Materials, received an 'imminent danger' order from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) at its Okay Quarry in Oklahoma on April 28, 2026.
The order stemmed from an incident where an employee was found standing on a handrail approximately 20 feet off the ground without fall protection. Crucially, no injuries occurred as a result of this incident, and corrective actions were immediately implemented. MSHA confirmed that safety equipment and training were available and provided to the employee, leading to the termination of the order.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- An 'imminent danger' order was issued by MSHA to CRH subsidiary Arkhola Materials at its Okay Quarry.
- The incident involved an employee failing to use fall protection while at a height of approximately 20 feet.
- No injuries were reported in connection with the incident.
- Immediate corrective actions were taken by the company.
- MSHA confirmed the availability of fall protection equipment and prior training for the employee.
- The MSHA order was terminated after the company's response and verification of safety protocols.
- The filing is under Item 1.04, which pertains to mine safety reporting.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the reason for the MSHA order at the Okay Quarry?
The order was issued because an employee was observed standing on a handrail approximately 20 feet off the ground without wearing fall protection, posing an 'imminent danger'.
Were there any injuries resulting from this incident?
No, there were no injuries reported in connection with the incident.
What actions did CRH take in response to the order?
CRH's subsidiary, Arkhola Materials, took immediate corrective action and ensured that fall protection equipment and a manlift were readily available. MSHA also confirmed the employee had received relevant training.
Has the MSHA order been resolved?
Yes, the MSHA order was terminated after the company's corrective actions and confirmation that safety protocols were in place and had been followed.
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