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4 de junio de 2025 MT · Metal/No metálico Encargado de mantenimiento, Mecánico, Reparador/Encargado de servicio, Calderero, Abastecedor de combustible, Técnico de llantas, Técnico de servicio en campo MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo, no clasificado en otra parte

Employee knelt down to work on a forklift lift chain. While kneeling down, the Employee felt a pop in EE's left knee. On 6/10/2025 Employee sought medical treatment and received restrictions.

18 de febrero de 2025 MT · Metal/No metálico Cargador frontal, Operador de pala-traílla, Operador de traílla, Cargador (payloader), Operador de equipo de traílla MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo, no clasificado en otra parte

On 2/20/2025, an employee reported pain/symptoms at the start of their shift. When asked if employee was aware of what caused the pain/symptoms or if anything occurred at work, they stated that on 2/18/25 they grabbed a loader handle when exiting equipment and the pain could possibly be from that event. The employee received a diagnosis for their shoulder pain on 4/29/2025.

5 de noviembre de 2024 MT · Metal/No metálico Capataz de exterior, Cabo RESBALÓN O CAÍDA DE PERSONA
Garnet USA LLC · Caída a la pasarela o superficie de trabajo

EE was leaning on desk and desk collapsed. EE injured right shoulder. EE saw medical professional on 11/06/24, and returned to duty with restrictions that did not impact EE's job duties. EE had followed up with specialist on 11/20/24, where EE was diagnosed with a torn rotator cuff requiring surgery to repair.

7 de septiembre de 2023 MT · Metal/No metálico Minero, Prospector, no clasificado en otra parte MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo al levantar objetos

EE was lifting a 55 lbs. bag of garnet from the floor when they felt pain in their back. EE continued working and reported the back pain the following shift, 9/11/23.

17 de agosto de 2023 MT · Metal/No metálico Almacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavado MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo al levantar objetos

EE was changing socks for a dust collector. EE felt shoulder pain at end of shift but did not report the shoulder pain until 8/20 (night before next shift) EE sought medical care for pain in right shoulder on 8/21 and EE received work restrictions.

16 de mayo de 2023 MT · Metal/No metálico Minero, Prospector, no clasificado en otra parte MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo al levantar objetos

EE developed back pain while on shift. Initial cause was not determined. EE submitted an additional report three weeks later stating the back was hurting from shoveling material and sought medical treatment and received work restrictions.

11 de mayo de 2023 MT · Metal/No metálico Técnico de control de calidad, Técnico de laboratorio, Auxiliar de laboratorio MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo al levantar objetos

Employee was collecting blast hole samples in the East Pit on 5/11/23. The employee reported pain in their lower back during sample collection. On 5/16/23, the employee notified their direct manager that they were not reporting to shift due to fatigue, which they attributed to back pain.

31 de agosto de 2022 MT · Metal/No metálico Capataz de planta de preparación, Supervisor, Supervisor de planta de molienda, Supervisor de horno MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Golpeado contra un objeto fijo

EE was moving a section of floor grating while performing plant maintenance tasks. EE was holding onto the grating and received a cut to right index finger. Medical treatment was sought where EE received stitches for the cut.

29 de agosto de 2022 MT · Metal/No metálico Operador de planta de cribado en seco, Operador de caseta de cribas MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Golpeado contra un objeto fijo

Employee was replacing 1 1/2" feed pipe lines on the spirals. Employee's head contacted I-beam while grabbing material for the task.

15 de febrero de 2021 MT · Metal/No metálico Almacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavado RESBALÓN O CAÍDA DE PERSONA
Garnet USA LLC · Caída sobre o contra objetos

While positioning a pipe for installation, EE slipped and fell onto concrete block, injuring lower back. EE was given prescription and time away from work as treatment from doctor.

8 de febrero de 2021 MT · Metal/No metálico Operador de planta de cribado en seco, Operador de caseta de cribas MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Caída sobre o contra objetos

EE was dragging a pipe and stepped on a 3" hose that was covered under the snow. EE fell and landed on a rock, injuring back. Prescription was given as treatment.

6 de agosto de 2020 MT · Metal/No metálico Almacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavado GOLPEAR O CHOCAR
Garnet USA LLC · Golpeado contra un objeto fijo

While ducking under a beam to exit work area, EE struck head on a beam, knocking hard hat off and causing cut to head. Medical treatment was sought where EE received staples for cut. EE was released without restrictions.

10 de mayo de 2020 MT · Metal/No metálico Operador de planta de cribado en seco, Operador de caseta de cribas MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Caída sobre o contra objetos

While carrying pipe wrenches up a set of stairs, EE tripped and fell on right hand which caused bruising and cuts to the hand. EE visited doctor where EE was advised to stay home from work.

27 de marzo de 2020 MT · Metal/No metálico Almacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavado MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo al levantar objetos

EE twisted while stacking bags and caused injury to lower back. Medical treatment was sought on 03/30/2020 where a prescription and light duty restrictions were given to EE.

28 de enero de 2020 MT · Metal/No metálico Operador de bulldozer, Operador universal, Operador de equipo pesado, Ingeniero operador RESBALÓN O CAÍDA DE PERSONA
Garnet USA LLC · Caída a la pasarela o superficie de trabajo

EE was walking to the office when EE slipped and landed on right heel of hand. Doctor provided splint and implemented work restrictions as treatment.

18 de enero de 2020 MT · Metal/No metálico Almacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavado RESBALÓN O CAÍDA DE PERSONA
Garnet USA LLC · Caída a la pasarela o superficie de trabajo

Employee slipped and fell while carrying tools to repair a pump, causing injury to left elbow. Employee was given a prescription as treatment.

1 de agosto de 2019 MT · Metal/No metálico Técnico de control de calidad, Técnico de laboratorio, Auxiliar de laboratorio MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo al levantar objetos

EE felt pain in arm and shoulder after performing 28 sieve sizings in a work shift. Medical treatment was sought where EE was given an anti-inflammatory shot as treatment.

22 de mayo de 2019 MT · Metal/No metálico Almacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavado TRANSPORTE MOTORIZADO
Garnet USA LLC · Caída sobre o contra objetos

EE was attempting to pull a strap from under a pallet. A forklift lifted the pallet, releasing the strap and causing EE to fall backward into a stack of pallets. EE sought medical attention for elbow pain where EE was advised to rest for the next shift until x-ray results were determined. EE was given a prescription as treatment.

18 de febrero de 2019 MT · Metal/No metálico Operador de secador, Operador de horno, Operador de planta de secado, Operador de fluidos, Operador de secador de lecho RESBALÓN O CAÍDA DE PERSONA
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo, no clasificado en otra parte

While entering a forklift, EE's left foot slipped causing EE to start falling. While falling, the door EE was holding onto swung out, pulling EE's right shoulder resulting in shoulder pain. Doctor was seen where EE was advised to not report to work for two days.

26 de diciembre de 2018 MT · Metal/No metálico Operador de bulldozer, Operador universal, Operador de equipo pesado, Ingeniero operador MAQUINARIA
Garnet USA LLC · Golpeado contra un objeto en movimiento

EE was using a dozer to rip up tight blasted material. The ripper caught a rock, stopping the dozer and jarring the EE. Initial report was a tight and sore lower back. Medical treatment was later sought. EE was diagnosed with lower back strain and possible fracture. Prescription was given as initial treatment.

29 de octubre de 2018 MT · Metal/No metálico Electricista, Liniero HERRAMIENTAS MANUALES (SIN MOTOR)
Garnet USA LLC · Golpeado por... no clasificado en otra parte

An EE was attempting to pry the cap off a solenoid when the tool slipped, causing a puncture wound below the EE's left thumb. The puncture wound required stitches as treatment.

30 de agosto de 2018 MT · Metal/No metálico Técnico de control de calidad, Técnico de laboratorio, Auxiliar de laboratorio RESBALÓN O CAÍDA DE PERSONA
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo, no clasificado en otra parte

An employee was carrying lab trays when the trays began to slide. When the employee stepped to stabilize the trays, EE rolled the ankle. EE initially thought the injury was minor. The next week, the employee sought medical treatment where EE was diagnosed with a small fracture.

18 de julio de 2018 MT · Metal/No metálico Encargado de mantenimiento, Mecánico, Reparador/Encargado de servicio, Calderero, Abastecedor de combustible, Técnico de llantas, Técnico de servicio en campo MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo al levantar objetos

An employee lifted a grease gun from waist level and rotated to the left, at which point they felt a sharp pain in the lower back. Employee sought medical treatment on July 23rd where they were diagnosed with a possible bulging disk. Employee was given a prescription as initial treatment.

28 de junio de 2018 MT · Metal/No metálico Minero, Prospector, no clasificado en otra parte MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo al jalar o empujar objetos

Employee experienced pain in their right shoulder after using the handrail to enter equipment. Shoulder pain became worse throughout the day. Employee was then seen by a medical provider and received a prescription and work restrictions for initial treatment.

15 de febrero de 2018 MT · Metal/No metálico Operador de secador, Operador de horno, Operador de planta de secado, Operador de fluidos, Operador de secador de lecho MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo al manejar o lanzar objetos

Employee began feeling numbness and tingling in right arm. Initial cause was not determined. Medical treatment was sought and a prescription was given as treatment. After third party investigation, it was determined that the shoulder was most likely caused by repeatedly breaking chunks of frozen material to allow them to pass through the rotary dryer.

7 de agosto de 2017 MT · Metal/No metálico Almacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavado MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Golpeado por objeto proyectado

While walking from the plant to the office, an employee felt something in eye. Attempts to flush the foreign body were unsuccessful. The foreign body had to be extracted at a medical clinic.

19 de julio de 2017 MT · Metal/No metálico Obrero, Herrero, Cuadrilla, Mensajero de repuestos, Peón, Recolector, Operario de mina RESBALÓN O CAÍDA DE PERSONA
Garnet USA LLC · Caída a la pasarela o superficie de trabajo

An employee tripped and fell while loading blast holes, causing a hip joint sprain. The employee received work restrictions from a healthcare professional.

23 de junio de 2017 MT · Metal/No metálico Almacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavado TRANSPORTE SIN MOTOR
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo al jalar o empujar objetos

While pushing a pallet of garnet with a pallet jack, an employee felt a pop in the left foot that was followed by a sharp pain. The employee received initial diagnostics, but did not receive treatment until 2018.

10 de abril de 2017 MT · Metal/No metálico Ensayador, Geólogo, Metalurgista, Ingeniero, Gerencia de ingeniería MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo al levantar objetos

An employee strained lower back while moving exploration samples. Employee saw a doctor on 5/1/17 where employee received manipulation treatment.

3 de mayo de 2016 MT · Metal/No metálico Minero, Prospector, no clasificado en otra parte TRASTORNOS (AGENTES FÍSICOS)
Garnet USA LLC · Contacto con el calor

An employee reported to safety with symptoms of dizziness and nausea. The employee was treated with first aid and the symptoms subsided. The employee later sought medical attention the next day where employee was treated for dehydration and heat illness.

15 de diciembre de 2015 MT · Metal/No metálico Trabajador del acero, Trabajador del hierro, Herrero estructural MAQUINARIA
Garnet USA LLC · Golpeado por objeto proyectado

Welding and cutting on bracing in the Dry Building and something went into his eye. Had to go to a clinic off site, they removed the particle and gave him something to put into his eye.

7 de diciembre de 2015 MT · Metal/No metálico Almacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavado OTRO
Garnet USA LLC · Golpeado por... no clasificado en otra parte

An employee was installing socks into a dust collector. He was inside the dust collector with his head sticking out of the door opening. Wind blew the door over and the door struck him on top of the hard hat, causing a pain in his back. The employee went to the doctor where he received a prescription as treatment.

12 de octubre de 2015 MT · Metal/No metálico Operador de bulldozer, Operador universal, Operador de equipo pesado, Ingeniero operador OTRO
Garnet USA LLC · Absorción de radiaciones, cáusticos, sustancias tóxicas y nocivas

An employee had just exited an excavator and was outside walking to lunch. A hornet landed on the employee and he was stung on the right forearm. The sting caused some swelling. The swelling did not subside so on 10/14/15 the employee went to the doctor where he received a prescription as treatment.

12 de junio de 2015 MT · Metal/No metálico Capataz de planta de preparación, Supervisor, Supervisor de planta de molienda, Supervisor de horno ELÉCTRICO
Garnet USA LLC · Contacto con corriente eléctrica

Employees were raising a PVC pipe that directed garnet onto a sizing screen. After raising the pipe, they screwed a bracket into the pipe to secure it in position. When the screw to hold the bracket penetrated through the pipe wall, a large amount of static electricity was released from inside the pipe. The static electricity shocked the two employees that were holding the pipe.

12 de junio de 2015 MT · Metal/No metálico Capataz de planta de preparación, Supervisor, Supervisor de planta de molienda, Supervisor de horno ELÉCTRICO
Garnet USA LLC · Contacto con corriente eléctrica

Employees were raising a PVC pipe that directed garnet onto a sizing screen. After raising the pipe, they screwed a bracket into the pipe to secure it in position. When the screw to hold the bracket penetrated through the pipe wall, a large amount of static electricity was released from inside the pipe. The static electricity shocked the two employees that were holding the pipe.

5 de junio de 2015 MT · Metal/No metálico Capataz de planta de preparación, Supervisor, Supervisor de planta de molienda, Supervisor de horno MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Sin clasificar, datos insuficientes

An employee fainted during a CPR/First Aid training due to the graphic content contained in the training. The employee was transported in an ambulance and given an IV. The employee did not receive any supplemental injuries as a result of fainting.

11 de mayo de 2015 MT · Metal/No metálico Conductor de camión de acarreo/fuera de carretera/carbón/mineral/mina/cantera/roca/llanta neumática, Conductor de camión de transporte OTRO
Garnet USA LLC · Reacción corporal, no clasificada en otra parte

All employees were performing morning stretches as a group. While performing a basic left leg lunge, an employee injured his right knee.

10 de marzo de 2015 MT · Metal/No metálico Encargado de mantenimiento, Mecánico, Reparador/Encargado de servicio, Calderero, Abastecedor de combustible, Técnico de llantas, Técnico de servicio en campo MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Golpeado contra un objeto fijo

Employee was trying to place a cover over a pump propeller. While trying to place the cover, the employee was moving his hand along a brass bushing. A burr on the brass bushing caused a cut on the employee's middle finger that required three stitches.

23 de febrero de 2015 MT · Metal/No metálico Almacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavado MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo al jalar o empujar objetos

Employee was in the dry plant getting screens out of the holding rack. The employee states that he was facing the rack and pushing screens to the left when something popped in the back of his left knee causing a shooting pain.

16 de enero de 2015 MT · Metal/No metálico Encargado/operador de trituradora, Operador/trabajador de alimentador de bandeja MAQUINARIA
Garnet USA LLC · Contacto con objetos o sustancias calientes

Employee was using a cutting torch to cut metal while he was laying on his side. A piece of hot material fell under his welding hood and safety glasses. The employee received minor burns to his right eye and eyelid. The doctor applied eye drops to the employee.

12 de enero de 2015 MT · Metal/No metálico Conductor de camión de acarreo/fuera de carretera/carbón/mineral/mina/cantera/roca/llanta neumática, Conductor de camión de transporte TRANSPORTE MOTORIZADO
Garnet USA LLC · Golpeado contra un objeto en movimiento

Employee was operating a haul truck. The frozen road conditions caused a rough ride for haul truck drivers. The driver seat suspension system failed which jarred the employee. The employee suffered a spine strain.

3 de octubre de 2014 MT · Metal/No metálico Conductor de camión de acarreo/fuera de carretera/carbón/mineral/mina/cantera/roca/llanta neumática, Conductor de camión de transporte RESBALÓN O CAÍDA DE PERSONA
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo, no clasificado en otra parte

Employee was stepping out of fuel truck when he slipped off the 2nd step. He grabbed the handle on the side of the truck to prevent himself from falling. While preventing himself from falling, he pulled his right shoulder, causing a shoulder strain.

22 de septiembre de 2014 MT · Metal/No metálico Técnico de laboratorio ENFERMEDADES OCUPACIONALES DE LA PIEL
Garnet USA LLC · Absorción de radiaciones, cáusticos, sustancias tóxicas y nocivas

The employee's lip suddenly felt numb and began to swell. Swelling increased and spread to his cheek. He did not feel any sort of sting or bite, he did not use any chemicals, and he did not eat any food before the swelling began. The employee went to the medical clinic where they could not determine a cause. The clinic stated that it seemed to be an allergic reaction.

17 de septiembre de 2014 MT · Metal/No metálico Electricista, Liniero RESBALÓN O CAÍDA DE PERSONA
Garnet USA LLC · Caída a un nivel inferior, no clasificada en otra parte

Employee crossed Danger tape to remove an extension cord that was stuck on metal grating. He reached to grab the extension cord when he fell into the pump vault through an opening in the grating. He landed on a pile of garnet sand causing a soft tissue lower back injury. The injury was not reported until 10/16/2014.

11 de septiembre de 2014 MT · Metal/No metálico Cargador frontal, Operador de pala-traílla, Operador de traílla, Cargador (payloader), Operador de equipo de traílla TRANSPORTE MOTORIZADO
Garnet USA LLC · Golpeado contra un objeto en movimiento

Employee was using a loader to load haul trucks. He lowered the bucket and proceeded to move the loader forward to fill the bucket. The bucket came into contact with a large rock that was still partially buried. The contact abruptly stopped the loader, jolting the employee. The employee went to the medical clinic where it was determined that he had a cervical strain.

10 de junio de 2014 MT · Metal/No metálico Operador de camión cisterna TRANSPORTE MOTORIZADO
Garnet USA LLC · Golpeado por... no clasificado en otra parte

At approximately 11:00 am the employee noticed he had something in his right eye. Once the employee got home he noticed that his eye was really red. he went to the optometrist at 9 pm who removed a piece of metal. he was given prescription eye drops to use QID.

24 de marzo de 2014 MT · Metal/No metálico Soldador (fuera de taller) RESBALÓN O CAÍDA DE PERSONA
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo, no clasificado en otra parte

EE was walking up some stairs and felt a pop in his right knee. Doctor was seen and was put on light duty work. EE suffered a right knee strain.

24 de enero de 2014 MT · Metal/No metálico Obrero, Herrero, Cuadrilla, Mensajero de repuestos, Peón, Recolector, Operario de mina MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Garnet USA LLC · Sobreesfuerzo al levantar objetos

Injured shoulder while shoveling garnet out of hydrosizer. Went to doctor and was given a injection of steroids and placed on light duty.

20 de diciembre de 2013 MT · Metal/No metálico Operador de bulldozer, Operador universal, Operador de equipo pesado, Ingeniero operador RESBALÓN O CAÍDA DE PERSONA
Garnet USA LLC · Caída a la pasarela o superficie de trabajo

Employee was walking behind the mine wet plant outside when he stepped into a frozen puddle which was covered with water. This in turn caused employee to slip hitting his head on the ice. He had a tooth that was cracked due to fall. He did not seek medical attention until Feb 24, 2014 and the dentist removed the tooth.

13 de diciembre de 2013 MT · Metal/No metálico Técnico de control de calidad, Técnico de laboratorio, Auxiliar de laboratorio OTRO
Garnet USA LLC · Absorción de radiaciones, cáusticos, sustancias tóxicas y nocivas

Supervisor directed EE to go under office and catch cat. The cat bit him in the wrist and he was unable to catch the cat.

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