EE reported to management at 6:50am on the morning of 02/05/2026 that they had been experiencing lower back pain since 01/31/2026 and that they had received medical treatment and been released without restriction on 02/03/2026 and called off of work on 02/04/2026. EE was seen at a clinic at 11:30am on 02/05/2026 and was instructed to not return to work until 02/09/2026.
12 de mayo de 2025KY · Metal/No metálicoOperador de secador, Operador de horno, Operador de planta de secado, Operador de fluidos, Operador de secador de lechoOTRO
An employee felt pain in their left knee while descending the stairway at the LKD Load-Out. Employee states they missed a step, but no damage was found to the steps.
23 de diciembre de 2024KY · Metal/No metálicoOperario de servicios generales, Técnico de turno, Operador de camión de servicio/volteoOTRO
EE states wind blew dust in EE's right eye on 12/23/2024 at approximately 9:00 am in the plant area. EE tried washing EE's eye and had another employee try again just before the end of EE's shift. At the start of EE shift on 12/24/2024 EE's supervisor noticed irritation to EE's right eye. The employee was taken to ER and found to have a right cornea abrasion.
25 de junio de 2024KY · Metal/No metálicoAlmacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavadoOTRO
An employee made management aware on 6/26/2024 that EE received an injury to right knee on 6/25/2024. EE states working on crusher and towards the end of shift EE's knee felt sore.
15 de mayo de 2023KY · Metal/No metálicoEncargado de mantenimiento, Mecánico, Reparador/Encargado de servicio, Calderero, Abastecedor de combustible, Técnico de llantas, Técnico de servicio en campoOTRO
After an employee exited a Kawasaki side by side, EE rotated on EE's left foot to reach EE's lunch box in the back. When EE turned back, EE felt a pop in EE's left calf muscle.
19 de noviembre de 2022OH · Metal/No metálicoPlomero, Tubero, Montador mecánicoOTRO
Undetermined. Team member (T/M) felt irritation in left eye Sat. Nov. 19 approx. 4:00pm. Could not attribute to anything but performing grinding on Fri. Nov. 18th. approx. 5pm. Investigation showed t/m was following all safety expectations including elevated PPE requirements. T/M also stated there was no indication of irritation during or after completion of work.
19 de agosto de 2022MI · Metal/No metálicoTécnico de control de calidad, Técnico de laboratorio, Auxiliar de laboratorioOTRO
EE became ill from suspected (but unconfirmed) heat exhaustion; lost consciousness and was transported via ambulance for further treatment. EE still under evaluation, and incident still under investigation.
18 de agosto de 2022VA · Metal/No metálicoTécnico de control de calidad, Técnico de laboratorio, Auxiliar de laboratorioOTRO
Employee said EE was going up the steps at the Lime Loadout to collect samples when EE felt a "pop" in right knee. EE declined medical attention and went home. The next day EE came to work and indicated continued discomfort. EE went to the doctor later that day 8/19/22 and was issued restrictions.
10 de junio de 2022MN · Metal/No metálicoOperador de bulldozer, Operador universal, Operador de equipo pesado, Ingeniero operadorOTRO
Injured was bitten by an insect which caused their eye to swell shut.
22 de diciembre de 2021MI · Metal/No metálicoEncargado de mantenimiento, Mecánico, Reparador/Encargado de servicio, Calderero, Abastecedor de combustible, Técnico de llantas, Técnico de servicio en campoOTRO
Employee was getting tools from toolbox. When turning to go back towards workstation, felt a "pop" in right knee. Entire body was not facing direction of travel causing knee to twist.
22 de septiembre de 2021KY · Metal/No metálicoEncargado de mantenimiento, Mecánico, Reparador/Encargado de servicio, Calderero, Abastecedor de combustible, Técnico de llantas, Técnico de servicio en campoOTRO
The employee was doing routine maintenance on a roof bolter and when EE stepped over a grease hose felt pain in legs, lower back, and knees. EE was working at ground level and states: raised left foot about four to six inches to make a step over a grease hose. When EE put left foot on the mine floor after making the step is when the pain started.
7 de junio de 2021MI · Metal/No metálicoEncargado de mantenimiento, Mecánico, Reparador/Encargado de servicio, Calderero, Abastecedor de combustible, Técnico de llantas, Técnico de servicio en campoOTRO
A team of 4 employees was putting a pulley on #1 scalper. When ratcheting on a chain fall, the pulley slid/moved. Injured was not directly engaged with the pulley, but jumped backward when the pulley shifted and jarred EE's back.
26 de mayo de 2021KY · Metal/No metálicoPerforador de rocaOTRO
Employee was stepping off man car and when left foot touched the ground with employee's weight, employee felt a sharp burn in the center of lower back area.
2 de febrero de 2021MI · Metal/No metálicoEncargado de mantenimiento, Mecánico, Reparador/Encargado de servicio, Calderero, Abastecedor de combustible, Técnico de llantas, Técnico de servicio en campoOTRO
Injured was working on a 994 loader. EE had to lay down and reach out to get hydraulic hoses into position. This caused awkward body position and exertion caused a back strain.
25 de octubre de 2020IN · Metal/No metálicoElectricista, LinieroOTRO
Injured was walking north along kiln 1 at 3-4 pier when they noticed something in right eye. EE went to the shop and and washed out right eye. The following morning they still felt like there was something in the eye and called to report the incident.
18 de agosto de 2020MI · Metal/No metálicoEncargado de mantenimiento, Mecánico, Reparador/Encargado de servicio, Calderero, Abastecedor de combustible, Técnico de llantas, Técnico de servicio en campoOTRO
An employee was operating a 772 haul truck underground when EE said they felt ill. EE radioed in to the day shift supervisor EE did not feel well and was told to park the truck where EE was at two north crusher. Once arriving on surface employee was transported by local EMS to the hospital. EE was then admitted and a medical procedure was completed the following day.
13 de abril de 2020KY · Metal/No metálicoEncargado de mantenimiento, Mecánico, Reparador/Encargado de servicio, Calderero, Abastecedor de combustible, Técnico de llantas, Técnico de servicio en campoOTRO
During the lowering of the loading spout at the Lime Truck Load out an employee had a piece of lime enter right eye. Employee was standing at ground level and waiting to inspect the spout when this accident happened.
16 de enero de 2020MI · Metal/No metálicoMaquinista (tornero)OTRO
Employee was bending over to move a chain on the floor and felt a strain in back. Employee was seen by a doctor and referred to a chiropractor on the 20th.
11 de octubre de 2018VA · Metal/No metálicoTécnico de control de calidad, Técnico de laboratorio, Auxiliar de laboratorioOTRO
On 10/15 EE notified of leaving ER & due to sciatica. After having pain on 10/15 while outside of work EE believes it is related to near miss on 10/11. No previous indication of any injury or pain leads Worker's Compensation to investigate, but no determination made yet. Interim report is filed to meet 10 working day req until determination made.
31 de enero de 2018KY · Metal/No metálicoEncargado de mantenimiento, Mecánico, Reparador/Encargado de servicio, Calderero, Abastecedor de combustible, Técnico de llantas, Técnico de servicio en campoOTRO
Employee showed a Standard threshold shift during annual audio metric testing. At this time we are investigating if this is work related.
20 de septiembre de 2017MI · Metal/No metálicoAlmacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavadoOTRO
Employee was pulling wire outside, wind was blowing hard and blew lime into employee's eye.
27 de julio de 2015VA · Metal/No metálicoConductor de camión de acarreo/fuera de carretera/carbón/mineral/mina/cantera/roca/llanta neumática, Conductor de camión de transporteOTRO
Delivery driver had suspected heart attack. CPR and AED were used until EMTs arrived. Driver is a Canadian Citizen from a Canadian trucking company that does not have a SSN, length of time on the job unknown.
1 de abril de 2015PA · Metal/No metálicoEncargado de mantenimiento, Mecánico, Reparador/Encargado de servicio, Calderero, Abastecedor de combustible, Técnico de llantas, Técnico de servicio en campoOTRO
Occurred prior to start of shift. Employee twisted and felt pain in back when coming into work.
5 de febrero de 2015VA · Metal/No metálicoConductor de camión de acarreo/fuera de carretera/carbón/mineral/mina/cantera/roca/llanta neumática, Conductor de camión de transporteOTRO
Victim experienced stomach pains on site and died during surgery which was necessary to treat an abdominal aneurism.
8 de diciembre de 2014MI · Metal/No metálicoOperador de barcaza/embarcación/draga/barcaza de remolque/remolcador/lixiviación, Ribereño, Marinero de cubiertaOTRO
NOTE: Did not have enough information to say is reportable until today. Hospital refused to provide info. Employee was shoveling sand in windy conditions, sand got into eye. Was wearing safety glasses but not goggles. Went to ER. Employee today stated he was given prescription antibiotic and corneal abrasion. No lost time/restricted duty.
24 de julio de 2014TN · Metal/No metálicoOperador de planta de hidrataciónOTRO
Employee was walking on North roadway adjacent Kiln 5 bag house when dust/particulate blew into left eye. Employee was wearing safety glasses at the time. Flushing with saline solution was not effective and employee sought medical attention. Examination revealed minor abrasions to cornea and topical antibiotic was prescribed. Employee returned to duty.
15 de febrero de 2014IN · Metal/No metálicoReparador de edificios, MantenimientoOTRO
Injured was changing a bearing on a bucket elevator when wind blew metal dust into his eyes.
21 de febrero de 2012PA · Metal/No metálicoConductor de camión de acarreo/fuera de carretera/carbón/mineral/mina/cantera/roca/llanta neumática, Conductor de camión de transporteOTRO
Employee turned to pick up tool to clean concrete off and knee twisted causing knee cap to dislocate.
4 de enero de 2011CA · Metal/No metálicoOperador de camión cisternaOTRO
Premier Silica LLC · Absorción de radiaciones, cáusticos, sustancias tóxicas y nocivas
Employee called the morning of Wednesday, January 5, 2011, said his ear was badly swollen, that he needed to see doctor. He stated around 9-10am on Tuesday, January 4, 2011, he noticed pain to ear while working near dam generator. Doctor suspects the employee was victim of a spider bite.
9 de abril de 2010OH · Metal/No metálicoConductor de camión de acarreo/fuera de carretera/carbón/mineral/mina/cantera/roca/llanta neumática, Conductor de camión de transporteOTRO
The victim was a truck driver for John R. Trucking Co. He was found unresponsive in the cab of his truck. 911 was called, CPR was administered by 2 EE's and an AED was brought to the scene. The AED was attached and instructions were followed. Hopewell TWP. EMT arrived shortly after and took over.
31 de marzo de 2010MI · Metal/No metálicoAlmacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavadoOTRO
Employee removing lagging off of snub pulley on boat end shuttle when rust or dirt got into eye. Safety glasses and face shield was being used. Wind was swirling and material made it into his eye.
28 de julio de 2009TN · Metal/No metálicoOficinista, Controlador de tiempo, Trabajador de oficina, Director de ventasOTRO
Injury was arriving for a visit at the mine. He approached the office and was bitten by a dog that was at the mine.
31 de diciembre de 2008IN · Metal/No metálicoAlmacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavadoOTRO
Employee was cleaning out a dust chamber when a strong gust of wind caused dust to get in the employees eyes. The employee was wearing a face shield and safety glasses as is required for this task.
17 de diciembre de 2008PA · Metal/No metálicoOperador de secador, Operador de horno, Operador de planta de secado, Operador de fluidos, Operador de secador de lechoOTRO
Hearing Threshold shift for employee. Hearing test results delivered on 12-17-08.
20 de mayo de 2008IL · Metal/No metálicoAlmacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavadoOTRO
Injured was working under the kilns when a windblown foreign body entered his eye. Employee rinsed the eye immediately, but requested medical attention after his shift when the condition didn't improve.
24 de marzo de 2008TN · Metal/No metálicoMinero, no clasificado en otra parteOTRO
80 year old man reportedly, suffering from dementia, drove into the UG mine sometime between 3/20/08 and 3/24/2008. He became stuck and exited his van. Apparently he attempted to exit the mine with a flashlight. He apparently lost the batteries power, could not get out and was found dead the morning of 3/24/2008.
19 de julio de 2006IN · Metal/No metálicoEncargado de mantenimiento, Mecánico, Reparador/Encargado de servicio, Calderero, Abastecedor de combustible, Técnico de llantas, Técnico de servicio en campoOTRO
Inspecting bags and strong wind blew dust in face and eyes.
14 de marzo de 2006PA · Metal/No metálicoEncargado de mantenimiento, Mecánico, Reparador/Encargado de servicio, Calderero, Abastecedor de combustible, Técnico de llantas, Técnico de servicio en campoOTRO
Employee was pulling cages out of baghouse, cages were very rusty. The wind was blowing heavily with a lot of dust. Dust flew into his eyes. He was wearing safety glasses at this time.
24 de enero de 2006IN · Metal/No metálicoCapataz de planta de preparación, Supervisor, Supervisor de planta de molienda, Supervisor de hornoOTRO
Carmeuse Lime Inc · Absorción de radiaciones, cáusticos, sustancias tóxicas y nocivas
While performing an inspection inside the kiln #3 baghouse, a strong gust of wind blew through the doorway of a module creating a large cloud of lime dust. The dust blew into face and into eyes.
18 de enero de 2006PA · Metal/No metálicoElectricista, LinieroOTRO
Carmeuse Lime Inc · Absorción de radiaciones, cáusticos, sustancias tóxicas y nocivas
While walking to the tripper, the wind blew lime dust into employee's right eye.
26 de septiembre de 2005IN · Metal/No metálicoCargador frontal, Operador de pala-traílla, Operador de traílla, Cargador (payloader), Operador de equipo de traíllaOTRO
Carmeuse Lime Inc · Absorción de radiaciones, cáusticos, sustancias tóxicas y nocivas
Injured was operating payloader when a bee entered his shirt and stung his left elbow.
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