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5 de agosto de 2025 VA · Metal/No metálico Operario de servicios generales, Técnico de turno, Operador de camión de servicio/volteo RESBALÓN O CAÍDA DE PERSONA
Appomattox Lime Company · Caída sobre o contra objetos

While on ground level, the EE reached into an excavator for a hoodie, lost footing, and grabbed the handrail, injuring their left elbow. Sought treatment the same day and returned to work with restrictions that did not affect regular job duties. An 08/15/25 MRI showed a left triceps rupture requiring surgery. No equipment, compliance, training, or PPE issues were involved.

22 de abril de 2025 VA · Metal/No metálico Obrero, Herrero, Cuadrilla, Mensajero de repuestos, Peón, Recolector, Operario de mina MAQUINARIA
Appomattox Lime Company · Golpeado por objeto que cae

The operator was using and excavator to lift a load and the material slipped on the employees hand when employee tried to put lifting strap under load.

3 de febrero de 2025 VA · Metal/No metálico Maestro mecánico, Capataz, Supervisor HERRAMIENTAS MANUALES (SIN MOTOR)
Appomattox Lime Company · Golpeado contra un objeto fijo

While attempting to clear a buildup of material in a chute, the EE used a pry bar to dislodge the obstruction. During the process, the employee struck downward with the bar, causing the material to break loose unexpectedly. As a result, the EE's hand made contact with the side of the chute, leading to a laceration on the middle finger of the right hand that required three sutures.

17 de enero de 2025 VA · 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
Appomattox Lime Company · Golpeado por objeto que cae

EE was changing bottom rollers on the Komatsu D65 Dozer when a roller fell on EE's right index finger. Resulting in a fractured right index finger.

2 de octubre de 2024 VA · Metal/No metálico Almacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavado HERRAMIENTAS MANUALES (SIN MOTOR)
Appomattox Lime Company · Sobreesfuerzo, no clasificado en otra parte

Employee was attempting to unplug a dust bin chute when the material shifted causing pain in EE's lower right back. The incident did not involve any equipment or compliance issues. It also did not involve job skill, proficiency, training, PPE or protective devices.

30 de mayo de 2024 VA · Metal/No metálico Conductor de camión de acarreo/fuera de carretera/carbón/mineral/mina/cantera/roca/llanta neumática, Conductor de camión de transporte OTRO
Appomattox Lime Company · NEC (no clasificado en otra parte)

CDL delivery driver was complaining of chest pain while off site making a delivery. EMS was called when EE returned to site. EMS transported EE to the hospital where EE was diagnosed with a non-life-threatening illness. The illness was determined to not be work related.

7 de mayo de 2024 VA · Metal/No metálico Operario de servicios generales, Técnico de turno, Operador de camión de servicio/volteo OTRO
Appomattox Lime Company · NEC (no clasificado en otra parte)

Employee arrived onsite and parked in the employee parking lot to start EE's workday. EE was experiencing what was described as chest pain and shortness of breath. EMS was called and the employee was transported to the local hospital for tests and observation. Note: the employee did not exit EE's personal vehicle and did not clock in for EE's shift.

2 de enero de 2024 VA · Metal/No metálico Operario de servicios generales, Técnico de turno, Operador de camión de servicio/volteo MAQUINARIA
Appomattox Lime Company · Golpeado por... no clasificado en otra parte

While attempting to reposition the flange holes of a 12" HDPE pump line, the EE removed the last bolt and the pump line shifted and hit EE in the lower left leg. The incident did not involve any equipment or compliance issues. It also did not involve job skill, proficiency, training, PPE or protective devices.

16 de enero de 2020 VA · 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
Appomattox Lime Company · Sobreesfuerzo al jalar o empujar objetos

Employee was helping install a steel plate in a feeder when the plate got wedged. The employee then tried to jerk it free and felt pain in thoer back. Employee went to the doctor to be seen for acute low back pain.

12 de julio de 2019 VA · Metal/No metálico Soldador (de taller) MAQUINARIA
Appomattox Lime Company · Contacto con objetos o sustancias calientes

Employee was welding when a piece of slag burned through employee's pant leg and down into right boot, burning the outside of right ankle. Employee continued to work until 7/23/2019 when employee was taken away from work because of the burn for three days and returned to normal duty on 7/26/2019.

7 de marzo de 2016 VA · Metal/No metálico Almacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavado MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Appomattox Lime Company · Atrapado en, bajo o entre, no clasificado en otra parte

Employee broke right pinky finger while changing screens.

13 de abril de 2015 VA · Metal/No metálico Capataz de exterior, Cabo OTRO
Appomattox Lime Company · NEC (no clasificado en otra parte)

Employee was off duty and lives with wife in camper on mine property behind shop. Per wife who was with employee at the time, employee had just taken shower and was laying down. Wife heard noise. Found husband unresponsive. Summoned help from employee at the shop. 911 was called and transported him to Augusta County Regional Medical Center.

19 de marzo de 2015 VA · Metal/No metálico Operador de bulldozer, Operador universal, Operador de equipo pesado, Ingeniero operador MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Appomattox Lime Company · Sobreesfuerzo, no clasificado en otra parte

Employee reported that while performing maintenance on speed reducer on conveyor belt C-6, he felt pain in his right hip and back.

6 de noviembre de 2014 VA · Metal/No metálico Operador de bulldozer, Operador universal, Operador de equipo pesado, Ingeniero operador MAQUINARIA
Appomattox Lime Company · Golpeado por objeto que cae

Employee reported that metal plate he had just cut, fell on his foot just above the steel toe.

9 de junio de 2014 VA · 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
Appomattox Lime Company · Sobreesfuerzo al levantar objetos

Employee reported he stained his back while replacing anvils in CEMCO Model 80 crusher.

23 de septiembre de 2013 VA · Metal/No metálico Capataz de exterior, Cabo HERRAMIENTAS MANUALES (SIN MOTOR)
Appomattox Lime Company · Golpeado contra un objeto fijo

Employee reported that he was driving rebar into the ground with a sledge hammer when his swing missed causing the top of his right hand to come in contact with second piece of rebar. Injury resulted in 13 stitches.

1 de febrero de 2013 VA · 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
Appomattox Lime Company · Caída a la pasarela o superficie de trabajo

Employee reported that he was tightening come-along while performing maintenance on #2 crusher when anchor chain failed causing him to fall and cut the back of his head. Injury required 5 staples.

25 de octubre de 2012 VA · Metal/No metálico Almacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavado OTRO
Appomattox Lime Company · NEC (no clasificado en otra parte)

Per coroner, miner died of natural causes.

12 de septiembre de 2012 VA · Metal/No metálico Encargado de mantenimiento, Mecánico, Reparador/Encargado de servicio, Calderero, Abastecedor de combustible, Técnico de llantas, Técnico de servicio en campo MAQUINARIA
Appomattox Lime Company · Quemaduras por destello (soldadura)

Employee was in vacinity of welding operations. Was notified prior to welder striking electode. Employee closed eyes and shielded eyes with hardhat. Employee completed shift and began having eye pain at home. Employee went to Emergency Room later that evening where he was diagnosed with Ultraviolet Keratitis (welder's burns).

6 de abril de 2012 VA · Metal/No metálico Perforador, Operador de talud, Operador de perforadora de talud MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Appomattox Lime Company · Sobreesfuerzo al levantar objetos

Employee was shoveling under jaw crusher. Employee was bending over and twisting when he felt pain in lower back.

6 de octubre de 2011 VA · Metal/No metálico Conductor de camión de acarreo/fuera de carretera/carbón/mineral/mina/cantera/roca/llanta neumática, Conductor de camión de transporte MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Appomattox Lime Company · Atrapado en, bajo o entre, no clasificado en otra parte

Employee was dismounting haul truck when his wedding band caught on the edge of the top step, causing ring to cut into his finger.

19 de marzo de 2011 VA · Metal/No metálico Soldador (de taller) MATERIALES QUE CAEN/DESLIZAN/RUEDAN
Appomattox Lime Company · Golpeado por... no clasificado en otra parte

Employee was welding on excavator bucket supported by three pieces of wooden cribbing. Bucket was attached to excavator. Two of the three pieces of cribbing split causing the bucket to suddenly drop. Employee was struck in the knee by a piece of cribbing.

21 de enero de 2010 VA · Metal/No metálico Bombero (operario de bombas) MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Appomattox Lime Company · Atrapado en, bajo o entre, no clasificado en otra parte

Employee was attempting to loosen compacted material in a storage bin by forceibly banging the metal release handle against the bin. While doing so he caught (pinched) his finger between the handle and the metal crossbar associated with the bin.

26 de agosto de 2008 VA · 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
Appomattox Lime Company · Sobreesfuerzo, no clasificado en otra parte

Employee was changing air filter on Komatsu Portable Jaw Crusher, when he attempted to get up from a kneeling position, at which time he was unable to do so.

22 de julio de 2008 VA · Metal/No metálico Almacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavado MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Appomattox Lime Company · Golpeado por objeto que cae

Employee was removing scraper assembly from jaw crusher when the U bolt broke causing scraper to fall on left hand.

24 de enero de 2008 VA · Metal/No metálico Cargador frontal, Operador de pala-traílla, Operador de traílla, Cargador (payloader), Operador de equipo de traílla HERRAMIENTAS MANUALES (SIN MOTOR)
Appomattox Lime Company · Atrapado en, bajo o entre un objeto en movimiento y uno fijo

Using a crowbar to turn the tailpulley over on the #2 belt, the crowbar broke loose smashing his right hand against the angle line.

31 de julio de 2006 VA · Metal/No metálico Almacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavado MAQUINARIA
Appomattox Lime Company · Golpeado por objeto proyectado

Employee was running a rock crusher, when a rock hit him in the back of head under his hard hat.

16 de febrero de 2005 VA · Metal/No metálico Conductor de camión de acarreo/fuera de carretera/carbón/mineral/mina/cantera/roca/llanta neumática, Conductor de camión de transporte MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Appomattox Lime Company · Sobreesfuerzo al levantar objetos

Employee said he was shoveling a rock at the plant and pulled his chest muscle.

14 de octubre de 2004 VA · Metal/No metálico Encargado de mantenimiento, Mecánico, Reparador/Encargado de servicio, Calderero, Abastecedor de combustible, Técnico de llantas, Técnico de servicio en campo ELÉCTRICO
Appomattox Lime Company · Quemaduras por arco (eléctrico)

EMPLOYEE WAS WORKING ON #3 SCREEN STARTER BOX WHEN AN ELECTRIC COIL FLASH OCCURRED.

12 de diciembre de 2003 VA · Metal/No metálico Almacenista, Ensacador, Paletizador/Apilador, Encargado de almacén, Empacador, Fabricante, Operador de planta de lavado MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Appomattox Lime Company · Sobreesfuerzo al levantar objetos

BENT OVER TO PICK UP A ROCK WHEN LEFT SIDE OF BACK BEGAN HURTING.

13 de agosto de 2003 VA · Metal/No metálico Cargador frontal, Operador de pala-traílla, Operador de traílla, Cargador (payloader), Operador de equipo de traílla TRANSPORTE MOTORIZADO
Appomattox Lime Company · Golpeado contra un objeto en movimiento

EE WAS GETTING INTO SKID STEER LOADER WHEN HIS PANT LEG GOT CAUGHT ON THE LEVEL CAUSING THE SKID LOADER TO GO INTO MOTION THROWING HIM INTO THE CAB OF LOADER *PARKING BRAKE WAS PULLED

23 de julio de 2003 VA · Metal/No metálico Operario de taller reparador de vagones, Mecánico MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Appomattox Lime Company · Golpeado por... no clasificado en otra parte

EE WAS UNDER WATER TRUCK PUTTING A MUFFLER ON WHEN DIRT FELL DOWN INTO HIS LEFT EYE

29 de abril de 2003 VA · Metal/No metálico SIN VALOR REGISTRADO
Appomattox Lime Company · Sin valor registrado

BACK WAS HURT WHILE REMOVING CHUTE FROM SCREEN AT LIME PLANT WITH ANOTHER EE.

21 de abril de 2003 VA · Metal/No metálico Obrero, Herrero, Cuadrilla, Mensajero de repuestos, Peón, Recolector, Operario de mina MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Appomattox Lime Company · Atrapado en, bajo o entre, no clasificado en otra parte

EE WAS HELPING ANOTHER EE PUT CEMENT BLOCKS ON THE GROUND WHEN HIS LEFT HAND GOT CAUGHT BETWEEN 2 BLOCKS.

27 de marzo de 2003 VA · Metal/No metálico Obrero, Herrero, Cuadrilla, Mensajero de repuestos, Peón, Recolector, Operario de mina MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Appomattox Lime Company · Golpeado por objeto que cae

EE WAS PICKING MUD OF BELT WHEN A BIG CHUNK CAMEDOWN BELT. HE TRIED TO FLIP THE CHUNK OF THE BELT. THE CHUNK OF MUD CAME DOWN ON HIS LEFT HAND AND BENDING HIS MIDDLE FINGER SIDEWAYS. HE HEARD & FELT A POP SOUND.

22 de agosto de 2002 VA · Metal/No metálico Operador de bulldozer, Operador universal, Operador de equipo pesado, Ingeniero operador OTRO
Appomattox Lime Company · NEC (no clasificado en otra parte)

EMPLOYEE WAS IN HIS LOADER, LOADING ROCKS ON TRUCKS WHEN HIS CHEST STARTED HURTING. HE BEGAN SWEATING PROFUSELY, BREATHING RAPIDLY. HE SLUMPED OVER STEERING WHEEL. WHEN WITNESS SAW HIM HE WAS HOLDING HIS CHEST WITH HIS RIGHT HAND, LEFT ARM HANGING DOWN SHAKING, HEAD SHAKING, TEARS COMING OUT OF HIS EYES.

18 de junio de 2002 VA · Metal/No metálico Conductor de camión MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Appomattox Lime Company · Golpeado por... no clasificado en otra parte

WAS STOCKING STONE IN QUARRY WHEN TAILGATE DID NOT LATCH PROPERLY. HE STOPPED THE TRUCK & WENT TO LATCH TAILGATE WHEN THE LEVER FELL UP HITTING HIM ON LEFT ELBOW. ICE WAS APPLIED TO ELBOW. WEN T TO STAUNTON CLINIC TO SEE DR WOODWARD ON 6/19/02. ARM WAS PUT IN SLING - BADLY BRUISED - RESTRICTION.

23 de mayo de 2002 VA · Metal/No metálico Minero, no clasificado en otra parte MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Appomattox Lime Company · Atrapado en, bajo o entre, no clasificado en otra parte

WAS PUTTING A TOOTH IN THE JAW CRUSHER WHEN A ROCK BROKE LOOSE INSIDE PULLING EE'S LEFT ARM DOWN INTO CRUSHER. STEEL WIRE BROKE LOOSE CATCHING HIM ON LEFT SIDE JAW AREA.

5 de mayo de 2001 VA · Metal/No metálico Obrero, Herrero, Cuadrilla, Mensajero de repuestos, Peón, Recolector, Operario de mina HERRAMIENTAS MANUALES (SIN MOTOR)
Appomattox Lime Company · Golpeado por... no clasificado en otra parte

EE WAS HITTING DRILL STEEL WITH SLEDGE HAMMER. HE MISSED THE DRILL STEEL & HIS KNUCKLE WAS POSITIONED BETWEEN DRILL STEEL & HAMMER.

24 de abril de 2001 VA · Metal/No metálico Cargador frontal, Operador de pala-traílla, Operador de traílla, Cargador (payloader), Operador de equipo de traílla MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Appomattox Lime Company · Golpeado por objeto que cae

EE WAS HELPING A TRUCK DRIVER OFFLOAD EXCESS FERTILIZER FILLER & TAILGATE CLOSED ON HIS RIGHT HAND

15 de agosto de 2000 VA · Metal/No metálico Minero, no clasificado en otra parte MANEJO DE MATERIALES
Appomattox Lime Company · Golpeado por... no clasificado en otra parte

EMPLOYEE WAS WORKING IN LAB; KNOCKED A FLASK OFF COUNTER. AS HE TRIED TO CATCH IT, IT BROKE, CUTTING HIS MIDDLE FINGER ON LEFT HAND.

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