| Date: | 1925 |
| Colliery: | Backworth, Church Pit |
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| Cause: | (See description below) |
| Lives Lost: | 1 |
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A pony driver was returning home on a workmen's train from Backworth Church Colliery, Northumberland. When nearing his home he jumped off the train while it was in motion. His legs fell across the rails and the carriage passed over them, inflicting injuries which necessitated the amputation of both legs. He died two days later. Deceased ignored the warnings on "Safety First" posters displayed in the carriages, and failed to alight at the recognised station where a proper platform is provided.
| Source: | 1925 Mines Inspectors Report |
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