Mining Incidents

Mining Incidents in May 2021

All MSHA-reportable mining accidents in May 2021, sorted by severity. Fatalities appear first.

Fatalities
2
Total incidents
427
Period
May 2021

Records for this month last updated October 12, 2026.

Top operators this month

  1. 01 Marshall County Coal Resources, Inc. 10 incidents
  2. 02 Freeport-McMoRan Morenci Inc. 10 incidents
  3. 03 Warrior Coal LLC 9 incidents
  4. 04 Iron Cumberland LLC 8 incidents
  5. 05 Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. 8 incidents

All incidents

May 29, 2021 WY · Coal FIRE
Thunder Basin Coal Company LLC · Accident type, without injuries

A fire started on the upper area of a coal highwall from spontaneous combustion. The open pit was not being mined and it took over 30 minutes to build access to the area and extinguish the fire.

May 29, 2021 WI · Metal/Non-Metal FIRE
Graymont (WI) LLC · Accident type, without injuries

Investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing. Minimal damage was done to the kiln girth gear due to the fire. Impairment was the downtime of the kiln. The kiln returned to operation within 24 hours. No injuries. Superior Fire Department assisted in extinguishing the fire.

May 27, 2021 ID · Metal/Non-Metal FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Greyhound Mine & Milling, Inc. · Accident type, without injuries

Secondary escapeway is checked once per week, upon inspection noticed secondary escapeway middle of R4 raise back-lagging came loose and hanging wall came in. Plugging Raise at this time. Not sure of exact date or time of incident. No employees were present when this happened.

May 25, 2021 WV · Coal FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Blue Creek Mining, LLC · Accident type, without injuries

As the Fireboss was walking the 3 Mains belt they came upon a roof fall on the Belt line at crosscut 9 they called out to the dispatcher and then reported to MSHA at approximately 3:45 am.

May 25, 2021 IN · Coal HOISTING
Sunrise Coal, LLC · Accident type, without injuries

The emergency hoist was being inspected during the quarterly exam and when the examiner engaged the down function on the hoist the hoist malfunctioned and started unwinding while still sitting on the surface platform. During the investigation it was discovered that the cage rest sensor was bad.

May 24, 2021 IL · Coal FIRE
Knight Hawk Coal, LLC · Accident type, without injuries

A hot spot was observed on the North side of the PEEP raw coal pad. No one was injured. The material was moved by a dozer into the feeder to be washed.

May 24, 2021 IL · Coal FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
ICG-Illinois, LLC · Accident type, without injuries

An established intersection with no limestone present and bolted with fully grouted 8' bolts, had a clay vein measuring from 5' to 10' thick through the middle of the intersection. The roof failed along the clay vein. Initially discovered at 2:03 pm and verified by management at 2:37 pm.

May 23, 2021 OH · Metal/Non-Metal FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Shelly Materials Inc · Accident type, without injuries

After arriving at the mine the night shift foreman started the inspection. During the inspection EE came across 3 roof falls on the right side of the mine in the coned off area. EE immediately exited the mine and called the supervisor. EE's supervisor then called the MSHA hotline. The area remained coned off until an investigation could occur.

May 22, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal HOISTING
Nevada Gold Mines LLC · Accident type, without injuries

On 5/22/21 the 4703 hoist cage came in contact with material that had built up on shaft bottom. Cage was inspected and released back to full service after approximately after 2.5 hours of downtime for rope and cage inspection. After inspection, cage was released back to full service and deemed to not have any out of service defects.

May 21, 2021 MI · Metal/Non-Metal FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Eagle Mine LLC · Accident type, without injuries

The Supervisor completed a post blast inspection of the 294-1425 stope top cut or 323-1425 and discovered the back had broken up to an undefined height above the ground support, due to the stope blast. The stope access was barricaded with appropriate warning signs.

May 21, 2021 PA · Coal FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Iron Cumberland LLC · Accident type, without injuries

A roof fall occurred in the 74 HG section at 20 room 2 to 3 xc. The fall was rib to rib 30 feet long and 12 foot high (6 foot above anchorage). The area is in a valley bottom and has already had additional support installed thru out the area and is being monitored.

May 19, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal FIRE
Nevada Gold Mines LLC · Accident type, without injuries

An N.A. Degerstrom lube truck had a failure of unknow origins, which started a fire near the rear of the truck. Truck became engulfed in flames and totally destroyed.

May 17, 2021 WV · Metal/Non-Metal FIRE
Greer Industries Inc · Accident type, without injuries

Oil that lubricates the ring gear leaked onto the kiln which was determined to cause the ignition of the oil. The ring gear was fully guarded and the fire was under the guard. 911 was called immediately along with both Federal and State regulatory agencies. There was minimal damage found. There were no injuries.

May 16, 2021 ID · Metal/Non-Metal FIRE
Placer Mining Corporation · Accident type, without injuries

A fire occurred at the #1 shaft station generator concreted location. Investigation found the potential cause of the fire was a ground fall in a timbered area of the drift, causing fallen timber to come in contact with the exhaust of the generator. The fire was of unknown duration.

May 16, 2021 IN · Metal/Non-Metal FIRE
Heidelberg Materials US Cement LLC · Accident type, without injuries

Kiln 2 went down due to an electric motor failure which stopped the kiln from turning. Crew was unable to get the diesel auxiliary drive motor clutch assembly to engage with the gear reducer. Kiln was stopped for 1.5 hours for repairs. We suspect, but cannot confirm, that the oil from the Girth Gear ran onto the Kiln Shell causing a fire to start.

May 14, 2021 AK · Metal/Non-Metal FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Hecla Greens Creek Mining Company · Accident type, without injuries

Employee went into the 1490 stope to look at the ground and identified a fall of ground in the back that extended past the anchorage zone of the ground support. The stope was not currently active but was accessible. The fall occurred approximately 30' past the intersection in the right side of the heading. The back was supported with 6' split sets and 8' inflatable rock bolts.

May 14, 2021 IN · Metal/Non-Metal FIRE
Rogers Group Inc. · Accident type, without injuries

Customer PU had just left the scale house with a load of rock & headed out the north gate. About 100 yards from the gate the customer noticed smoke coming out from under the engine compartment. Customer stopped & saw fire under the hood. Customer called fire department. No injuries just property damage. Customer left scale house 12:36pm & fire was extinguished around 1pm.

May 13, 2021 WY · Metal/Non-Metal FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
WE Soda Alkali, LLC · Accident type, without injuries

Over a sump the roof fell into the sump. No disturbance to ventilation, access, or employees.

May 13, 2021 WV · Coal FIRE
Marfork Coal Company, LLC · Accident type, without injuries

A fire occurred in the conveyor reclaim tunnel under the raw coal piles. No injuries were reported.

May 12, 2021 WV · Coal FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Bluestone Oil Corporation · Accident type, without injuries

A SECTION OF UNSUPPORTED TOP, WHICH HAD BEEN DANGERED OFF, FELL PULLING THREE ROWS OF PERMANENT INSTALLED SUPPORT. THIS FALL OCCURRED ONE BREAK INBY SPAD NUMBER 1131.

May 9, 2021 WV · Coal FIRE
Wolf Run Mining LLC · Accident type, without injuries

A fire in the face on the 5R Tailgate section in the #1 entry between 63 and 64 block occurred. The fire was extinguished in less than 10 minutes.

May 6, 2021 NY · Metal/Non-Metal HOISTING
Cargill Salt · Accident type, without injuries

While running the #3 hoist, the hoist tripped out. A magnet proximity switch was found to have shorted out within #3 shaft 90' below the collar.

May 5, 2021 OH · Coal FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
CCU Coal and Construction LLC · Accident type, without injuries

A roof fall was discovered at spad #112+40in #1 and#2 entry's in the return on North East Main #4. It fell in the intersection of both entry's and traveled out by in #2 entry to the next cross cut.

May 4, 2021 PA · Coal HOISTING
Consol Pennsylvania Coal Company LLC · Accident type, without injuries

While performing routine maintenance checks on the 5 South #4 escape hoist, it was discovered that there was an electrical issue with the processor on the PLC. The escape hoist was taken out of service while repairs were made.

May 4, 2021 OH · Coal FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Leesville Land LLC · Accident type, without injuries

A roof fall measuring approximately 17 feet wide by 35 feet long by 6 feet high occurred. The roof fall was located on 7 seam B, E entry at 14 crosscut.

May 3, 2021 NY · Metal/Non-Metal FIRE
American Rock Salt Company LLC · Accident type, without injuries

LHD Unit Number 15 caught on fire. The mine was evacuated and no injuries were reported. Unit was left to burn out. Mine Rescue Teams entered the mine and made sure fire was out on the LHD. After verification that fire was out, the Teams explored the rest of the Mine, with authorization from MSHA.

May 18, 2021 TN · Metal/Non-Metal utility man, errand boy, service truck operator Fatality · MACHINERY
Nyrstar Tennessee Mines, Strawberry Plains LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

A group solely comprised of RWS contractors [MSHA Contractor ID B5045] was working in the mine. A pump sitting on a trailer was moved by RWS contractors by a telehandler, without notification to Nyrstar. RWS hitched the trailer to their telehandler. RWS pulled the trailer up a ramp. The trailer hitch broke. An individual RWS EE traveling on foot behind the trailer was struck

May 14, 2021 PA · Coal continuous miner operator, coal mole operator Fatality · FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Rosebud Mining Company · Struck by falling object

A continuous miner operator was mining in the number one entry when employee was struck by a rock in by permanent roof supports. This resulted in a fatality.

May 19, 2021 WV · Coal motorman, motor person, swamper, switchman, locomotive operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Marion County Coal Resources, Inc. · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

The EE was changing a cradle on 6 ML belt. The injured and another EE were rolling the cradle over in position, when the cradle rolled too far and smashed the EE's hand between the cradle and the bed rail. EE suffered a fracture to the right pinky finger. Began missing 5/20/21, and had a follow-up with an orthopedic surgeon on 5/27/21.

May 16, 2021 AL · Coal superintendent FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS
Crimson Oak Grove Resources LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

IE was adjusting blocking material as they were lifting a scoop to load onto a carrier. The scoop shifted when it fell striking IE's right arm. The IE was adjusting blocking material at this point. The IE was brought to the surface and taken to a hospital via helicopter. MSHA was notified via the hotline and investigated the incident.

May 13, 2021 IA · Metal/Non-Metal refuse truck driver, backfill truck driver, stock pile truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
Wendling Quarries Inc · Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

THE MINER GOT CAUGHT IN THE ROLLER OF THE TAIL PULLEY ON THE OVERHEAD CONVEYOR ON THE SCREEN BELT. LEFT WRIST AND FOREARM HAVE BROKEN BONES. RIGHT ARM HAS CUTS AND FRICTION BURNS. THE TIP OF RIGHT INDEX FINGER WAS CUT OFF AT THE FIRST KNUCKLE AND THE FINGER WAS SKINNED.

May 2, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Nevada Gold Mines LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Ee was adjusting forks on a Kubota forklift. Ee's left middle and 4th finger were pinched between the left fork and the frame. Ee was seen at the ER and the left middle finger was amputated at the first knuckle. EE was released to modified duty effective 5/4.

May 31, 2021 GA · Metal/Non-Metal utility man, shift tech, service/dump truck operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Huber Carbonates LLC. · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee bent over to pick up full 2-gallon DEF bottle when they heard a pop in their back. Resulted in doctor visit with muscle relaxers.

May 31, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Elementis Specialties Inc · Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

Description of how the injury occurred: While using the left hand the operator was swinging the dead blow hammer from right to left, backwards, and across EE's chest. This resulted in a glancing blow which allowed for the wrist to be hyperextended. This resulted in modified duty, and is a recordable injury.

May 28, 2021 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Consol Pennsylvania Coal Company LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee was side bolting along the Continuous Miner located in the H1HG CM Section. EE was in the process of hanging rib mesh when a rock 1x2x2 fell from the top striking the injured on the nose. EE received four sutures.

May 28, 2021 KY · Coal utility man, errand boy, service truck operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Warrior Coal LLC · Struck by flying object

Employee was unloading cribs off the trailer and one fell off. Employee went to pick it up and put it on the trailer when another person threw a crib through the man door striking employee on the middle finger. Employee started missing 6/1/2021 due to a fractured finger.

May 28, 2021 WV · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Marshall County Coal Resources, Inc. · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

A fully trained miner was changing a ram jack pin when EE's hand was caught between the jack and the shield. The injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.

May 28, 2021 KY · Coal beltman, conveyor man, conveyor belt worker, mobile bridge carrierman, feeder operator, conveyor rider STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
Warrior Coal LLC · Struck against stationary object

Employee was walking slope belt, when EE slipped on loose coal and all EE's weight was on EE's left side and employee felt a pull in EE's left knee.

May 28, 2021 MT · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec MACHINERY
Stillwater Mining Company · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee was operating a jackleg when EE was contacted in the head while wearing a hardhat. EE was seen by the medics and transported to the Medical Center where EE was diagnosed with a concussion. EE was admitted for observation and not given a release.

May 28, 2021 KY · Coal beltman, conveyor man, conveyor belt worker, mobile bridge carrierman, feeder operator, conveyor rider HANDLING OF MATERIALS
River View Coal LLC · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was unhooking a chain. The chain caught employee's right hand injuring thumb and ring finger. Stitches were required and the thumb and ring finger were fractured.

May 27, 2021 VA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Paramont Contura, LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee went to the back of drill and picked up approx. 20 pans. Employee turned to walk to the front of the drill and when they turned they felt a pain in left shoulder. Employee worked up until June 3, 2021 when taken off work.

May 27, 2021 NJ · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Empire Blended Products Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee was working on trying to get the packer unjammed when EE cut EE's hand on a piece of metal.

May 27, 2021 WV · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY
Wolf Run Mining LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

After changing a roof drill bit on the starter steel, the EE had the steel resting on top of EE's right foot. As EE lowered the drill pot, the pot caught the drill steel as it was coming down and pushed the steel down on top of EE's right foot resulting in a fracture to the 2nd metatarsal. The employee was taken off work after being examined by specialist on 5/28/21.

May 27, 2021 WV · Coal master mechanic, foreman, supervisor HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Marshall County Coal Resources, Inc. · Struck by falling object

A fully trained miner was repairing a rolled rail when the jack rolled allowing the rail to fall on their foot. The injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.

May 27, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Robinson Nevada Mining Company · Over-exertion in lifting objects

While placing chock under tire, employee felt bicep muscle pain.

May 27, 2021 PA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc. · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was tightening hydraulic fitting with a 20" adjustable wrench and was pushing down when employee heard/felt a pop in right wrist. (Accident was not reported until 6/3/2021)

May 27, 2021 KY · Coal scoop tram operator, load/haul/dump operator FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Muhlenberg County Coal Resources, Inc. · Struck by falling object

Employee stated EE parked the diesel scoop at the new #1 unit setup area in #8 entry between spad 11+90 and 12+60 when a piece of rock 4"x9"x1/2 to 2" thick fell from the edge of a kettle bottom. EE was located more than 2500' off the active working section #3 unit. This area had been worked out in Jan. of 2021.

May 26, 2021 WV · Coal motorman, motor person, swamper, switchman, locomotive operator POWERED HAULAGE
Mammoth Coal Co. · Struck against a moving object

Employee was operating a rail mounted 15-ton locomotive. While traveling underground at approximately 8-9 break on No. 2 Belt, the locomotive wrecked and employee struck their head on a canopy post.

May 26, 2021 AL · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
Ferroglobe USA Quartz INC · Struck against a moving object

The employee stated that while backing in to be loaded by excavator, the excavator operator lowered the bucket into the bed of the truck causing the truck to abruptly stop. The truck operator stated that's this caused pain in their lower back.

May 26, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
MLC · Fall from machine

Employee stated, Employee was unloading a tire from the service truck with one foot in the bed and stepped on the bumper with the other. EE had stepped on an impact gun on the bumper and lost EE's balance. EE then fell to the ground.

May 26, 2021 WV · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Eastern Aggregates, LLC · Fall onto or against objects

No conditions contributing to accident - dry sunny conditions. Employee was climbing down steps of articulated truck and slipped and caught themselves on the next step.

May 26, 2021 KY · Metal/Non-Metal rock driller OTHER
Yager Materials Corp. · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The worker was standing next to the drill. They turned and twisted their right knee and they fell to the ground. Unknown injury to be seen.

May 26, 2021 IN · Coal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Gibson County Coal, LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

The employee was placing the belt bar back onto the belt winder. The mini track operator went to pick up the roll of belt and as EE did the belt rolled off the forks into the employee's legs and pinched EE's legs between the roll of belt and the belt winder bar. The employee began missing work on 05/27/2021 due to possible torn ligament in the right leg.

May 26, 2021 KY · Metal/Non-Metal rock driller OTHER
Yager Materials Corp. · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The worker was standing next to the drill. Worker turned and twisted right knee and they fell to the ground. Unknown injury to be seen.

May 26, 2021 TN · Metal/Non-Metal outside foreman, leadman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Potter South East LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was straightening belts on crusher pulley. Employee's left hand got caught between pulley and belt lines.

May 25, 2021 KY · Coal greaser, grease man, oiler, lube man, dragline oiler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Nally & Hamilton Enterprises, Inc. · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee was refueling 777 Truck. When EE took nozzle off of fuel tank, the fuel sprayed out & hit employee in face, the O ring hung on quick connect on fuel tank.

May 25, 2021 KY · Coal shuttle car operator, mantrip operator, ramcar operator, rail runner, buggy operator POWERED HAULAGE
Excel Mining · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was riding in the front seat of the mantrip going to the section. There was pogo sticks on the front of the man trip. The trip passed through a flypad and the flypad caught the pogo stick and forced them into EE's chest causing a laceration and a broken rib.

May 25, 2021 KY · Coal scoop car/scooptram operator, load/haul/dump (lhd) operator, teletram operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Warrior Coal LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was loading cable bolt plates and glue off a supply onto the scoop bucket and felt a sharp pain in right shoulder.

May 25, 2021 PR · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator MACHINERY
Oriental Sand and Gravel Inc · Struck by falling object

Employee alleges that while drilling a rubber, a particle fell into eye.

May 25, 2021 AL · Coal examiner, fire boss, pre-shift examiner, mine examiner SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Crimson Oak Grove Resources LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

IE was walking the slope on a preshift examination. The IE rolled ankle at 2 different times on the belt line. IE was taken to the Dr. after shift to be checked out.

May 25, 2021 MN · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
Hibbing Taconite Company · Struck against a moving object

Light fleet vehicles traveling eastbound through pit at shift change. One vehicle on south leg of road, one on north leg of road. Roads met at "V" intersection coming down the hill. One vehicle slowed at intersection, neither vehicle reported seeing each other. Vehicles contacted each other on left door & right front quarter. EE injured was a passenger.

May 25, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal driller, highwall operator, highwall drill operator STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
Robertson's · Struck against stationary object

Stepped out of service truck and rolled ankle on a rock.

May 25, 2021 WY · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Tata Chemicals Soda Ash Partners LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was tying down two supply trailers using a 3/4 Ton come-a-long, when EE tightened the chain the hook slipped hitting the employee in the back of the arm above the right elbow.

May 25, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal assayer, geologist, metallurgist, engineer, engineer management OTHER
Osgood Mining Company, LLC · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

On the morning of the May 25, 2021 an employee noticed insect bites on their arm. The employee went to the clinic where medications were prescribed for the bites. The employee returned to work the following day, however May 27, 2021 the employee was not able to work due to reactions to the medications provided for the bites.

May 25, 2021 UT · Coal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Emery County Coal Resources, Inc. · Fall to the walkway or working surface

The employee was in the process of dropping a vent tube from the mine roof when the employee's foot slipped in the mud. As the employee fell to the ground, employee injured left lower leg. The result was a hairline fracture to left fibula.

May 25, 2021 IL · Metal/Non-Metal driller, highwall operator, highwall drill operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
River Stone Group Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was placing fuel hose nozzle back in cradle and felt discomfort in EE's side, shoulder and neck. Lifting nozzle from filler neck to hose nozzle cradle.

May 25, 2021 IN · Coal greaser, grease man, oiler, lube man, dragline oiler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Peabody Bear Run Mining LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

IE was climbing on dozer to shut off for a service. When the IE got to the top platform IE felt a popping noise in the left foot. The IE shut the dozer off and climbed to the ground. IE was taken to the ER for treatment. IE was diagnosed with a sprain and was restricted to non-weight bearing activity until follow up appointment.

May 25, 2021 KY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech POWERED HAULAGE
Warrior Coal LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was helping to put a cutting motor in a continuous miner when the motor slipped on low trac forks, catching EE's hand under motor and forks.

May 25, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
GYPSUM RESOURCES LLC · Struck against a moving object

Haul truck driver ran over the berm where the haul truck went over the side of berm and landed on the passenger side of the haul truck. Miner made their way out of seatbelt and was out of the haul truck. Ambulance was called and was taken to the hospital where miner was released for minor injuries.

May 25, 2021 VA · Metal/Non-Metal stone finishing and sizing personnel, stone/rock cut/polish/saw operator, splitter, cutter, trimmer HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Virginia Mist Group Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EE was working with the wire saw gamma 875, and around lunch break (12:30 PM) EE reported a back pain after setting the machine in place prior to begin to cut. EE was taken to the doctor, finding that EE have mild posterior disc bulge, recommending to be off the rest of the week.

May 24, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
R .E. Janes Gravel Company · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE was opening the gate at the entrance when EE stepped back on the cattle guard, and lost balance causing to fall backwards. EE felt pain in lower/mid back and right leg was weak and in pain; but was able to finish the shift. The next day EE's back pain was aggravated while trying to climb up on an excavator.

May 24, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
Asarco LLC · Struck against stationary object

Employee was descending haul truck 418 stepping off the ladder to the ground. Stepped with right foot on small rock and rolled right ankle resulting in right ankle sprain.

May 24, 2021 WV · Coal examiner, fire boss, pre-shift examiner, mine examiner HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Tunnel Ridge, LLC · Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

Employee was tossing a cobra drill through a mandoor @ 76 wall from the belt to track entry. The top in that area is roughly 60". The employee was bent over and felt an immediate pain in EE's lower back, as soon as EE tossed the drill.

May 24, 2021 KY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Warrior Coal LLC · Struck by flying object

Employee was sitting outby the miner man in #7 entry approximately 15 feet outby when an unknown object struck their left forearm.

May 24, 2021 PR · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Transporte Rodriguez Asfalto, Inc. · Struck by falling object

El empleado estaba aguantando un pedazo de metal y se le resbalo de las manos, cayendole en el pie izquierdo. The employee was holding a piece of metal and it slipped off their hands, falling on their left foot.

May 24, 2021 AL · Coal longwall operator, chock operator, shear operator, plow operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Crimson Oak Grove Resources LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

IE was setting bits when IE felt a pain in lower back. IE went to get a bucket of bits and felt a pop. IE finished shift and went to the Dr. the next day.

May 23, 2021 NM · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Dicaperl Minerals LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was traveling between the maintenance shop and the "Bubble", to shut off cutting torch bottles. Employee states they "stepped wrong" and rolled their left ankle.

May 23, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator POWERED HAULAGE
Cayuga Sand LLC · Fall from machine

At 5:32 pm the employee who was injured was closing the hatches on a pneumatic frac sand truck when the Truck driver drove off before the employee was off of the truck. Employee was wearing proper safety equipment. MSHA was notified.

May 23, 2021 WV · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Mettiki Coal WV, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee stepped up on ledge to sign date board. As employee was leaving, lost footing and fell, twisting right knee.

May 23, 2021 UT · Coal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Canyon Fuel Company LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee was in the process of installing the kickstand on the sloughing plate of the shear. Another employee had started to pull a staple to repair a leaking fitting. The employees were reminded to get the plate blocked. Work on the fitting stopped. Sloughing plate come down pinning the employee. The pinned employee received 2 staples in the back of EE's head.

May 22, 2021 WV · Coal continuous miner operator, coal mole operator FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Ramaco Resources, LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee was struck on shoulder/back area with a piece of rock, and lost EE's balance falling to the mine floor. The employee felt pain in EE's back and was taken to Logan Regional Medical Center. There EE received x - rays that revealed EE had a compression fracture in one vertebra.

May 21, 2021 CO · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Colowyo Coal Company L P · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee was attaching a 1 inch oil hose to the fittings on the 116 excavator and felt pain in upper back. There was no accident or trauma. The hose weighs 5 lbs. Employee was not working in an awkward position or overhead.

May 21, 2021 CT · Metal/Non-Metal forklift operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Tilcon Connecticut Inc. · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee went to pull belt out far enough from storage location to grab with fork lift. When initiating pulling, felt tweak in back.

May 21, 2021 IN · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY
Gibson County Coal, LLC · Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

Employee's glove got caught in between pinner steel and chuck unknowingly. When employee engaged the rotation it twisted hand causing a small fracture. Surgery was completed on 5/26/2021 and employee is expected to make a full recovery. The employee started missing work on 5/24/2021.

May 20, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
Kirby Limestone, LLC · Struck by falling object

Rock fell and hit/smashed employees' leg.

May 20, 2021 AL · Coal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Crimson Oak Grove Resources LLC · Fall down stairs

IE was carrying flume screens down steps when IE missed the bottom step and fell to knees. IE did not seek medical attention until 5-25-21.

May 20, 2021 UT · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) STRIKING OR BUMPING
Bronco Utah Operations, LLC. · Struck by falling object

A miner was injured when they accidently bumped against the mine rib causing a chunk of coal, approximately 5" wide by 4" tall & 8" thick, to slide vertically down the rib. The piece of coal struck right ankle, spraining it, and right foot was caught between the chunk of coal and the mine floor.

May 19, 2021 WV · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY
Panther Creek Mining LLC · Struck by falling object

The Employee stated that they were bolting on 416 Fletcher walkthrough R/B, in 6 right on Unit 3, they had set an inside bolt and was swinging out to set to outside bolt, when a piece of the top fell and struck them on the left shoulder, left forearm, and left side of the face.

May 19, 2021 NC · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Carolina Stalite Company · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Traveling a path without clearing it first, and doing so with hands full of materials.

May 19, 2021 GA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech POWERED HAULAGE
US Ceramics LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was moving pump tank with lull. While maneuvering the tank, the tank started to topple over. The employee reached out to attempt to stop the tank from toppling. The tank tipped over pinning the employee against a nearby pipe. The employee was able to free self and co-workers helped employee come inside to report the injury. Employee was taken to ER and treated.

May 19, 2021 VA · Coal longwall operator, chock operator, shear operator, plow operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Buchanan Minerals, LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The injured was helping remove a longwall jack clevis that was fouled between the face chain and the rock deflector when the clevis broke free striking the injured in the arm.

May 19, 2021 WV · Coal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler MACHINERY
Marshall County Coal Resources, Inc. · Struck by falling object

A fully trained miner was removing drill steels when a steel fell from the roof hitting the top of EE's foot. The injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.

May 18, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal ball/rod/pebble/hand/limestone/dry mill operator, roller operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Freeport-McMoRan Morenci Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A mill employee was taking samples for solids. The flow pulled the cutter employee was holding downwards in a twisting motion towards a handrail. The sudden movement sprained employee's right hand to where they could not clench fist. Employee also felt discomfort in right knee and ankle from the event.

May 18, 2021 UT · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY
Gentry Mountain Mining LLc · Struck by falling object

EE was setting a roof bolt and the chuck adapter snapped sending wrench into EE's right wrist.

May 18, 2021 WV · Coal motorman, motor person, swamper, switchman, locomotive operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Marshall County Coal Resources, Inc. · Over-exertion in lifting objects

A fully trained miner was moving a piece of belt when EE felt pain in EE's right elbow. The injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.

May 18, 2021 WV · Coal rock duster HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Marshall County Coal Resources, Inc. · Fall to the walkway or working surface

A fully trained miner was pulling a dust hose when they tripped and fell injuring right shoulder. The injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.

May 18, 2021 KS · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Blue River Sand & Gravel · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was walking to the dredge and slipped in the mud. Left foot went under EE and EE began feeling pain in left knee and could not stand on EE's left leg.

May 18, 2021 MI · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
A & E Agg Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was trying to pull a bar out of the screening plant and the bar come loose and leveraged against employee's left thumb.

May 17, 2021 IL · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Peabody Gateway North Mining, LLC · Struck by falling object

IE was bolting in RM3 XCR at the 120' station. After IE installed 2nd bolt in the 5th row of the cut. The IE lowered the canopy to swing the boom towards the ATRS to install the last bolt. A rock measuring (4'8" L x 1" to 4" W x 9" T) broke loose from a brow in the roof sliding across the top of the canopy cantilevering over the edge striking the IE on top of the left foot.

May 17, 2021 MD · Metal/Non-Metal superintendent SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
S W Barrick & Sons · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was getting out of vehicle. There was a slick spot. Employee slipped and fell causing injury to left hip.

May 17, 2021 VA · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator POWERED HAULAGE
Cedar Mountain Stone Corp · Struck against a moving object

Loading shot rock from pit into truck

May 17, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec OTHER
GRP Pan LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was standing on a short 3:1 slope and was prepared to pull a piece of plastic up slope. When employee raised the plastic sheet above the ground, a gust of wind pulled the plastic which was being held by employee. Employee was pulled forward down the slope, fell unrestricted head first down the slope landing with head and right shoulder hitting the ground first.

May 16, 2021 ID · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
U.S. Silver-Idaho, Inc. · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Motorman move bad ore car to side track, ore car derailed at the switch. Miner got off motor and tried to move ore car with their body...strain sprain to lower back.

May 16, 2021 MT · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec MACHINERY
Stillwater Mining Company · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

The employee was operating a jackleg machine and a finger was pinched in-between the machine and the leg. This caused a fracture to the finger tip and a laceration requiring stitches. Employee was wearing gloves but not impact gloves.

May 16, 2021 AK · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Teck Alaska Inc · Struck by falling object

Mechanics were removing bolts from transmission bellhousing in equipment yard. At approximately 3:45 pm. Foreman came to rear of dozer to check on I.P's progress and noted that IE had the transmission ready to secure to prevent slippage. The foreman and 3rd mechanic were preparing rigging to secure the transmission when the transmission slipped and came to rest on I.P's left leg.

May 16, 2021 MT · Coal examiner, fire boss, pre-shift examiner, mine examiner HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Signal Peak Energy LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Shoveling Belt plow accumulations went to pick up a shovel full of accumulations Left foot/leg slid in the accumulations twisting knee, heard and felt a pop in the inner left knee.

May 15, 2021 MI · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
O-N Minerals (Michigan) Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was walking from the caboose back to the 7523 engine to restart it after stalling. EE was in the process of dumping cars and was walking along the dump shack parking area. While walking along the track, EE stepped in a hole twisting EE's right ankle.

May 15, 2021 PR · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Cantera Carraizo Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

The employee indicates that on Saturday employee was assembling a 335 Excavator road chain with a bar. When employee forced self to join the links, employee felt severe pain in right leg (in the groin). The employee indicates that employee thought it was nothing, but since yesterday employee has been feeling a lot of pain in the right leg (in the groin).

May 15, 2021 WV · Coal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Mingo Logan Coal LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was changing a mast jack on a roof bolter. The jack had been put in place when the mast slid down mashing employee's hand between the mast and jack.

May 15, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal welder (non-shop) HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Morenci Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE had complained of soreness in lower back after installing a handrail update on a haul truck. Supervisor was notified and asked if EE was okay, EE stated was just soreness and would be okay. EE came at work next day feeling more pain, took EE to clinic.

May 15, 2021 WV · Coal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
XMV, Inc. · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

EE, a general labor on the West Mains Section, stated that lower back was hurting after moving structure during a belt pull back. As part of the pullback, EE is required to remove 48" belt structure that weighs approximately 55 lbs each.

May 14, 2021 WV · Coal supply man, supply worker, nipper HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Ohio County Coal Resources, Inc. · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was attempting to remove a draw bar pin from a motor when the motor drifted forward, causing employee's left ring finger to become caught between the pin and the motor. Compliance with rules/reg, PPE, mining equip/systems not a factor. Miner proficiency may be a factor.

May 14, 2021 KY · Coal electrician, lineman MACHINERY
Banner Blue Coal Company · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

An contractor employee received cuts that required stitches to the right hand pointer and middle finger when EE's right hand was caught between a raised lid on the continuous miner and the mine roof. The contractor was attempting to troubleshoot to find if there were any leaks as another employee raised the miner head which caused the lid to raise up.

May 14, 2021 GA · Metal/Non-Metal utility man, shift tech, service/dump truck operator STRIKING OR BUMPING
Covia Solutions Inc. · Struck against stationary object

While conducting a spot check for oversize particles in the glass sand screen room, the employee struck left shoulder on a diagonal stationary chute while crossing under it. Danger "Low Head Clearance" signs were in position on both sides of the VS-03,05, 06 chute. Employee first day missed from work was 05/17/2021.

May 14, 2021 KY · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
Drakes Creek Holding, LLC · Struck against stationary object

Employee was standing on top of a 3'-4' berm to see where employee was pushing dirt with a bulldozer. Employee slipped on a rock & broke right ankle.

May 14, 2021 PA · Coal beltman, conveyor man, conveyor belt worker, mobile bridge carrierman, feeder operator, conveyor rider HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Iron Cumberland LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was lifting a piece of belt over belt structure when employee felt pain in abdomen. Employee did not report accident till 5/17/2021 when employee was sent to the Doctor and diagnosed with a hernia and taken off work on 5/17/2021.

May 14, 2021 AR · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Almatis Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Operator was attempting to move a wheelbarrow full of material and lost EE's balance and twisted EE's ankle.

May 14, 2021 KY · Coal shuttle car operator, mantrip operator, ramcar operator, rail runner, buggy operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Warrior Coal LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was helping move the miner cable slack out of the road way when they felt pain in their lower back.

May 14, 2021 KY · Coal shuttle car operator, mantrip operator, ramcar operator, rail runner, buggy operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Excel Mining · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was in the process of rolling up a curtain in a heading. Employee felt a pain in back and continued to work. Employee's first day missed from the accident was on 5/26/2021 which was the day it became a Lost Workday injury.

May 14, 2021 SD · Metal/Non-Metal master mechanic, foreman, supervisor MACHINERY
13 Crushing · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Hanging new liner belting in cone and pushing against the side of the cone all day.

May 14, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal coal/ore shovel operator, shoveler, power shoveler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Marigold Mining Co · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was moving a shovel cable loop when they felt a pop in right calf.

May 14, 2021 WV · Coal beltman, conveyor man, conveyor belt worker, mobile bridge carrierman, feeder operator, conveyor rider HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Marshall County Coal Resources, Inc. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A fully trained miner was cutting a piece of belt when the knife EE was using slipped and cut EE's hand. The injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.

May 13, 2021 WV · Coal motorman, motor person, swamper, switchman, locomotive operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Harrison County Coal Resources, Inc. · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Injured employee was lifting longwall hoses off a supply car when EE felt pain in EE's lower back & burning in EE's abdominal area. Employee continued to work until 5/28/21 when EE began missing work due to persistent back pain. Employee has experience & did not violate any rules or regulations. Was wearing required PPE.

May 13, 2021 NY · Metal/Non-Metal welder (non-shop) MACHINERY
Gernatt Asphalt Products, Inc. · Contact with hot objects or substances

employee used a cigarette lighter instead of a striker to light a cutting torch and burned EE's hand.

May 13, 2021 PA · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer MACHINERY
New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc. · Struck against a moving object

While operating the dozer in reverse, the EE had head turned and struck a rock which jarred their neck.

May 13, 2021 WV · Coal hoistman, hoist operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Harrison County Coal Resources, Inc. · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Injured employee was walking through a door to the shop when their coat got caught on the door latch. Employee reached behind them with right hand and grabbed the coat and began pulling on it to free it. As they pulled on the coat, the door closed on left little finger that had been placed near the door hinge. The little finger was fractured and cut.

May 13, 2021 KY · Coal scoop car/scooptram operator, load/haul/dump (lhd) operator, teletram operator POWERED HAULAGE
Warrior Coal LLC · Struck by flying object

Employee was riding on a 4 man diesel ride behind the driver. As the ride entered a turn an object was kicked up in the air and struck employee in the nose and mouth. Employee suffered a laceration to the nose and several teeth were loosened.

May 13, 2021 TN · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator MACHINERY
Rogers Group Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Injured employee was putting air in the tire of the drill truck and another employee was letting the drill down so they could tell if it had enough air in it. The injured employee had their right foot under the tire and did not know the other employee was going to let it down. The foot got smashed.

May 12, 2021 WV · Coal shuttle car operator, mantrip operator, ramcar operator, rail runner, buggy operator POWERED HAULAGE
Aracoma Coal Company, LLC · Struck against a moving object

Employee operating #2 shuttle car ran over a rock in #4 entry causing shuttle car to bounce and hit head into the canopy, rock measured 12"x 6" X 6"thick, employee was wearing seat belt. Employee started physical therapy on 7-6-21 which made it made reportable at that time.

May 12, 2021 GA · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
Junction City Mining Company, L.L.C. · Struck against a moving object

Employee was driving down the mud hill and hit a slight bump, which slung employee to the right side & bumped their ribs against the right armrest.

May 12, 2021 WV · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Ohio County Coal Resources, Inc. · Struck by falling object

Employee was standing at the miner when a rock fell from between the straps and struck on the left shoulder. Compliance with rules/regs, PPE, mining equip/systems not a factor. Miner proficiency may be a factor.

May 12, 2021 NM · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
Freeport-McMoRan Chino Mines Company · Struck against stationary object

On 5/14, employee called off work stating they'd rolled an ankle near the banding table on 5/12 around 9:30. EE didn't think much of it, even worked a full shift 5/13. Felt they needed to rest it on 5/14, first report to company. Company sent them to the clinic, where they were given restrictions. Currently ONGOING.

May 12, 2021 PA · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Iron Cumberland LLC · Struck by falling object

The roof started to pot out and the rock hit employee in the hard hat knocking it off and a second rock fell striking the employee in left side of the head causing several lacerations,

May 12, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) MACHINERY
Tower Rock Stone Company · Contact with hot objects or substances

Miner was torching out a v-groove to repair a crack. A puddle of slag rolled off onto left forearm. This resulted in a 6X5 cm area of 2nd degree burn.

May 11, 2021 UT · Coal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Bronco Utah Operations, LLC. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A miner was injured when miner was bent down looking for a lost drill bit that had fallen under the boom of the bolter. When miner began to stand up miner's foot was stuck in the mud, making miner's leg twist as miner stood. This caused left knee to pop out of joint. When miner was able to stand up straight the knee popped back into place.

May 11, 2021 WV · Coal electrician, lineman MACHINERY
Mingo Logan Coal LLC · Struck by flying object

Employee was standing next to the feeder when a rock struck the skirt board and broke the weld causing the skirt board to strike the employee in the left arm.

May 11, 2021 WY · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
WE Soda Alkali, LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

As EE was jacking up a jeep to change a flat tire, the jack started to shift. The employee was steading the jack and released the jack handle which snapped back on their thumb causing a fracture.

May 11, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Sierrita Ops. · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was working on changing valve on pipe when pipe slipped off I-Beam swung and pinned employee between pipe and handrail

May 10, 2021 PA · Coal welder (shop) SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Lehigh Anthracite Coal, LLC · Fall onto or against objects

While accessing repairs needed in Buckwheat pocket employee slipped, reached with LEFT hand to grab onto something preventing fall and cut LEFT middle and ring fingers on piece of metal. Employee was taken to local hospital for observation and diagnosed with LEFT middle and ring finger laceration.

May 10, 2021 WV · Coal rotary bucket excavator operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
LP Mineral, LLC · Fall from machine

Employee was doing a pre-shift inspection on 290 Volvo excavator. While standing on machine tracks, slipped and fell to uneven ground. Tracks are 30" high.

May 10, 2021 MN · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Northshore Mining Company · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EMPLOYEE WAS STANDING IN BETWEEN 30" WALL LINERS HOOKING UP TO THE CRANE. ONCE THE CABLES WERE HOOKED UP THE CRANE, OPERATOR STARTED TO LIFT THE PLATES. ONE OF THE PLATES DRIFTED INTO EMPLOYEES LEFT ANKLE PINCHING IT BETWEEN THE PLATE ON FLOOR BEHIND EE'S HEEL. THE CRANE OPERATOR GRABBED THE CABLE AND PULLED THE SUSPENDED PLATE OFF EMPLOYEES ANKLE.

May 10, 2021 WV · Coal shuttle car operator, mantrip operator, ramcar operator, rail runner, buggy operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Ramaco Resources, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee stated that EE was packing timbers, and lost EE's balance. Straining EE's lower back

May 10, 2021 PA · Coal trackman, track worker, track gang HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Iron Cumberland LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was using a bar to lift track ties when employee felt a pop in employee's back. The employee went off work on 5/13/2021.

May 10, 2021 KY · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) POWERED HAULAGE
River View Coal LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

While repositioning a unit ride near the shaft bottom, a foot got caught between the ride and a supply trailer. Stitches were required.

May 10, 2021 LA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator MACHINERY
Atalco Gramercy LLC · Contact with hot objects or substances

Operators were beginning to work on installing steam and air rig on TK61 for caustic cleaning. While in process of installing steam hose operator was burned by steam.

May 10, 2021 KY · Coal beltman, conveyor man, conveyor belt worker, mobile bridge carrierman, feeder operator, conveyor rider POWERED HAULAGE
Muhlenberg County Coal Resources, Inc. · Struck against a moving object

Employee stated was operating a scoop on the 1A supply road when EE hit a hole and jammed their back. EE was taking belt structure to the unit for the belt move.

May 10, 2021 PA · Coal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler OTHER
Rosebud Mining Company · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While transitioning from a kneeling position to a standing position employee sprained right knee resulting in a lost time injury

May 9, 2021 WV · Coal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Wolf Run Mining LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was using a bar to hold track rail in place, the bar came loose allowing the rail to roll on foot causing injury

May 9, 2021 WI · Metal/Non-Metal hydrate plant operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Graymont (WI) LLC · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

EE was struggling with the quality of Hydrate. EE decided to dump the material. EE locked-out the Hydrator and screw to troubleshoot. Once the cover was open EE noticed that there was no material in the screw housing. EE used a sledge to free the material from the chute. As EE was banging on the chute, material fell into the screw housing, inundating EE.

May 9, 2021 PA · Coal bull gang foreman, labor foreman, leadman, section foreman, shift boss FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Consol Pennsylvania Coal Company LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee was drilling when a Rock (Fire/Clay/Mud Mixture) fell from below Panning tin and struck EE on the hard hat and glanced off EE's left shoulder. EE was done collar piping and was drilling on the 4 row when the accident occurred. Rock measured approximately 16"x21".

May 8, 2021 KY · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY
JRL Coal Inc. · Struck against stationary object

EE was tramming roof bolter when EE ran over broken mine bottom & caused head to hit canopy of bolter. EE was placed on light duty until EE visits orthopedic dr. Further investigation revealed roof bolter was being pushed by scoop after getting stuck on slick, broken bottom. EE stated EE was in operators deck attempting to tram bolter & head struck canopy of bolter during process.

May 7, 2021 KY · Coal continuous miner operator, coal mole operator FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Warrior Coal LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee was scaling loose roof when a piece fell out behind EE, striking EE on the leg causing a facture to EE's fibula.

May 7, 2021 PR · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Productora De Agregados Inc · Fall from ladders

Employee was washing the machine on top of the platform ladder, suddenly the ladder went sideways falling to the floor.

May 7, 2021 UT · Coal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler POWERED HAULAGE
Canyon Fuel Company LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was unloading belt supplies from BB-203 at XC-7 in 6 North while unloading the supplies another EE was in BB-219 moving the truck out of the haulage way, while backing up BB-219 the rear fender caught EE's self-rescuer causing EE to get twisted between the two trucks.

May 7, 2021 IL · Coal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler MACHINERY
Prairie State Generating Company LLC · Struck by powered moving object

Employee on 05/07/2021 was struck on the head and continued work until June when EE sought medical treatment.

May 6, 2021 PA · Coal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Iron Cumberland LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was lifting a super post into place when it slid off the base pad and struck them in the right thigh and knee.

May 6, 2021 KY · Coal greaser, grease man, oiler, lube man, dragline oiler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Warrior Coal LLC · Struck against stationary object

Employee was pulling a hose to the roof bolter and turned EE's head and hit EE's right eye with tie wire.

May 5, 2021 GA · Metal/Non-Metal weighman, scale person SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Martin Marietta Materials Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE clocked in and was walking to EE's vehicle from the scale house. EE cut the wedge between the sidewalk and parking lot through the grass to EE's car. EE slipped on the wet grass injuring ankle.

May 5, 2021 IN · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
US Aggregates Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was going down to work on a shaker, slipped on wet chute slime and caught self with right arm. From the date of incident 5/5/21 to 7/21/21 employee worked normal duty and normal job. On 7/21/21 employee had out patient surgery to fix rotator cuff.

May 5, 2021 PR · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Cantera Carraizo Inc · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee indicates that while performing maintenance work, employee coughed and felt severe pain in waist. The pain makes it impossible for employee to work.

May 5, 2021 WY · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Solvay Chemicals, Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Track laborer was using a track wrench on a joint bar bolt. EE slipped and twisted left ankle.

May 5, 2021 WY · Coal electrician, lineman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Kemmerer Operations, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was walking in a muddy condition. The employee felt pain in the right knee. The diagnosis is a strained MCL.

May 5, 2021 WV · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Harrison County Coal Resources, Inc. · Struck by falling object

Employee was roof bolting on the right side of the CM when a large piece of "head coal" fell out from 2 roof channel straps and struck EE on the head, neck, shoulder. Employee was briefly knocked unconscious. Was transported to the hospital for evaluation and released later that shift. Employee was wearing required PPE and has training & experience.

May 5, 2021 WY · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
WE Soda Alkali, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While employee was installing a ventilation panel, employee twisted EE's back while repositioning the panel, causing a back pain. EE was given medical treatment for the back pain.

May 5, 2021 WV · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech STRIKING OR BUMPING
Marshall County Coal Resources, Inc. · Struck against stationary object

A fully trained miner was working in the prep plant when EE walked into a water pipe jamming EE's neck. The injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.

May 5, 2021 WI · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Covia Solutions Inc. · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

The employee was pushing with right foot (up to 20 lbs. of force) on a metal truck inspection ramp connected to two cables with counterweights and heard a pop and felt pain in right knee. After months of therapy and an MRI, it was determined the employee had a torn meniscus. The employee worked up to scheduled surgery on 09/23/2021.

May 5, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal water circuit operator, slurry operator, mix operator, pump operator worker HANDLING OF MATERIALS
3M Company · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee reported pain/discomfort radiating from the right lower back from bending and lifting pigment bags into the mixing pot.

May 4, 2021 MT · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Stillwater Mining Company · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was packing a box of powder to the face when EE stepped on a small rock, rolling their ankle and falling. Used right arm to brace for the fall, EE felt a pop in the right bicep. Finished loading & reported at end of shift, Seen at ER, Positive for right bicep tear, restrictions issued.

May 4, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Freeport-McMoRan Morenci Inc. · Fall down stairs

Employee had finished cleaning the discharge chute on the final conveyor and headed down the stairs. Due to poor lighting employee missed the first stair causing EE to fall. Employee then tried to catch themselves and slid on their bottom roughly 3-4 stairs until coming to a stop.

May 3, 2021 VA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY
Paramont Contura, LLC · Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects

Employee states: was bringing steel out of hole when employee got down to the last two pieces employee pushed up and jerked down when the steel came out and caught employee's right pinky finger between two pieces of steel. This resulted in a fracture and sutures.

May 3, 2021 OK · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
U.S. Lime Company-St. Clair · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Individual was working on a bearing change. Individual jammed pinky finger.

May 3, 2021 WA · Metal/Non-Metal assayer, geologist, metallurgist, engineer, engineer management MACHINERY
Cadman (Rock) Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was using an angle grinder to cut a loose bolt on a board. The board was positioned on the back of a flatbed truck. Due to the bolt being loose, when the disc made contact it caused the grinder to kick into employee's hand. This resulted in a laceration requiring 3 stitches. Employee was wearing gloves.

May 3, 2021 IL · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Mach Mining LLC · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

IE was working on a foot switch for a shuttle car. As EE stood up, EE felt a sharp pain in EE's lower back that migrated to EE's right side.

May 3, 2021 KY · Coal rotary bucket excavator operator FIRE
Nally & Hamilton Enterprises Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

Employee was burning brush pile with an excavator, when wind caught the fire and blew it in the cab with the employee burning EE on left side of face, elbow, leg, & hand.

May 3, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouse, supply handler POWERED HAULAGE
Dicalite Minerals LLC · Struck against a moving object

Employee was involved in a motor vehicle accident in a company vehicle. The accident occurred in Redding, CA. Employee was injured in the accident, transported to the local ER, treated for injuries and diagnosed with a possible fracture of the C-3 vertebrae. The accident is still under investigation by the Redding PD.

May 3, 2021 WV · Coal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler POWERED HAULAGE
Marshall County Coal Resources, Inc. · Struck against stationary object

A fully trained miner was driving a mantrip when EE hit EE's head on a roof strap. The injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.

May 3, 2021 IL · Coal master mechanic, foreman, supervisor HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Hamilton County Coal, LLC · Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

While unhooking staging beams threw chains up on mule, felt a pinch and pain in groin area. Continued working up until surgery on June, 11, 2021.

May 3, 2021 WV · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Harrison County Coal Resources, Inc. · Fall onto or against objects

Employee was walking alongside the left side of the CM when EE tripped on loose coal/rock and fell. EE fell into the side of the CM and hit EE's right wrist against a step on the CM. Had pain and swelling in EE's wrist but finished EE's shift. Sought treatment the following day when EE began missing work. Employee was wearing required PPE and has training and experience in job.

May 3, 2021 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL
Consol Pennsylvania Coal Company LLC · Struck by rolling or sliding object

While working along the left side of continuous miner in the H1TG section #1 entry. Employee was in the process of supplying miner when a rock slid from where the rib and roof meet striking the injured in the back of the head. EE was diagnosed with a concussion.

May 1, 2021 OK · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Yote Stone · Struck by falling object

EE was stacking a pallet of chop rock, EE bent over to pick a rock up off the ground. In doing so, EE knocked a rock from the top of the pallet causing it to land on EE's right middle finger, breaking it.

May 1, 2021 WY · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
WE Soda Alkali, LLC · Struck against stationary object

While coiling a 1" hose onto a hose station, the hose kinked, employee attempted to get the kink out of the hose and employee's hand contacted the valve, resulting in a sprained finger.

May 1, 2021 OH · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
The National Lime & Stone Company · Struck by rolling or sliding object

Employee was helping with wash plant screen replacement. Another employee rolled a second bad screen down the stairs where it hit the employee lacerating EE's skin at the knee and requiring 10 stitches.

May 1, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman ELECTRICAL
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Contact with electrical current

Operator injured while troubleshooting the delivery pump #6 in the ECC E room.

May 1, 2021 WV · Coal motorman, motor person, swamper, switchman, locomotive operator POWERED HAULAGE
Marshall County Coal Resources, Inc. · Struck against a moving object

A fully trained miner was operating a motor when they trammed into a supply car. The injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.

May 31, 2021 NM · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Chino Mines Company · Struck against a moving object

Employee stepped on an elevated (10"-15") ergonomic platform when it suddenly dropped, causing EE to jar EE's back. Currently ONGOING.

May 28, 2021 OK · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Central Plains Cement Co. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was using a punch and 3lbs hammer to remove a lock nut from a cement transfer pump. The employee was not using a punch holder, and was holding it with their hand. The hammer struck the employee's index finger, resulting in a fracture and laceration to the tip of the finger.

May 28, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Nestle Purina Pet Care · Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects

Employee was attempting to break off a splintered bottom board of a wooden pallet when the splintered board sprung back pinching the fingertip of the right ring finger between the splintered pieces of the board resulting in an avulsion to the fingertip requiring surgery to repair.

May 27, 2021 GA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Covia Solutions Inc. · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

The lead mechanic/electrician reached out to pull electrical wire to place on a pole and heard right shoulder pop. First visit to a medical doctor was Monday 06/07/2021. During this exam the mechanic was placed on restricted duties.

May 27, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL
Nevada Gold Mines LLC · Struck by falling object

Ee was drilling underground. Ee set up the jumbo to start drilling, and went to put the collar pipe when rocks came down the face and hit ee's left leg, specifically the left knee and calf. Seen at a medical clinic and sent to ER for evaluation and observation. Put off work pending follow-up.

May 26, 2021 SD · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec POWERED HAULAGE
Knife River - South Dakota · Struck against a moving object

Mixing materials with loader on 5/26/21, strained shoulder when driving into pile. Treated injury with stretching exercises. On 9/1/21, employee sought treatment with orthopedist, diagnosed with overextension of shoulder and prescribed physical therapy and given a cortisone shot.

May 26, 2021 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Pressure washer wand hit index finger on right hand with pressure washer. Causing .07cm round hole in right index finger middle joint area. On May 27th employee went to hospital due to pain. EE had surgery on finger to release fluid in finger.

May 26, 2021 ID · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Hecla Limited · Over-exertion in lifting objects

An employee was loading a mini transformer into the back of a vehicle, when employee got it about half way up the employee's shoulder made a popping sound. The employee did not seek medical treatment at that time. The employee's shoulder did not get better so employee was evaluated on 06/17/2021 by a physician at which time employee was put on restricted duty.

May 25, 2021 IN · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY
Sunrise Coal, LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Injured was installing roof bolts and while bring pot up to match with roof bolt bent the bolt and struck injured on the left wrist. Injured was taken and diagnosed with a left wrist strain and was placed on restricted duty.

May 24, 2021 NJ · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Asbury Graphite Mills Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was stretching a bungee cord while securing a super sack to a discharge chute when they felt a pain in their back. ( reoccurring back injury )

May 23, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal belt foreman, maintenance foreman, maintenance supervisor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
GYPSUM RESOURCES LLC · Fall from machine

Miner fell off a conveyer when EE was fixing the gearbox EE was not harnessed or tied down. EE landed on EE's back the wind was knocked out of EE. EE's co-workers helped EE up and proceeded to take to one of the co-workers vehicle and was taken to hospital. The hospital diagnosed with compressed spine and fluid on spine as of 1:30 pm on 5/24/2021 no further medical updates.

May 22, 2021 NM · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Chino Mines Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Mechanic was changing out a slack adjuster on the 731 haul truck, and after a while began to feel pain in their back and left leg. Employee continued working, but reported ongoing pain the next morning. Employee we taken to the ER, given meds, missed the 23 & 24, and has restrictions. Currently ONGOING. Aggravation of pre-existing condition.

May 21, 2021 OH · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Arch Materials LLC · Fall from machine

Dismounting grader missed first step lost their balance and fell to ground on right shoulder. No restrictions and able to continue job full time. On 11/19/2021 notified that surgery was to be performed.

May 21, 2021 NC · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Carolina Stalite Company · Contact with hot objects or substances

Employees not being aware of coworkers location during plant feed of hot materials. The employee, not making other aware of their location, was burned by steam from materials that would have not been fed into the hopper if coworkers would have been made aware that EE was in tunnel.

May 20, 2021 CO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
GCC Rio Grande Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Currently under investigation with MSHA

May 20, 2021 KY · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) HANDLING OF MATERIALS
River View Coal LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee was struck on the right thumb by a drill steel while adding sectional steels. The thumb had a fracture.

May 19, 2021 KS · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Harshman Construction L L C · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was changing a bearing on the tail pulley of the conveyor. EE was cutting the old race off of the shaft and accidently cut the cable holding the shaft. This caused EE's finger to be pinched between the take-up and shaft.

May 18, 2021 AL · Metal/Non-Metal mine manager, mine foreman, mine owner HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Davis Sand & Gravel · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Replacing shaft seal on dredge, removed retaining plate by taking out last bolt. Was told by coworker to move their hand before knocking plate loose after last bolt and plate slid down mashing a thumb before they could remove their hand. Mashed right thumb.

May 18, 2021 TN · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
CEMEX Construction Materials Atlantic, LLC · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was climbing a ladder, when they felt a pop in right knee.

May 17, 2021 IN · Coal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Sunrise Coal, LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Injured was recovering belt structure and while carrying a belt saddle and slipped and fell into standing support along the belt line. This caused them to smash a finger between the standing support and the belt saddle which after being checked caused a small fracture at the tip of the index finger.

May 17, 2021 IL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Huber Carbonates, LLC · Fall from ladders

IE was working on the crusher jaw at Mill 31. The IE was in the process of tightening bolts while working from the 3rd step of a portable ladder when the ladder slid out from under EE causing EE to fall to the concrete below. The injured suffered 3 fractured ribs.

May 17, 2021 IN · Coal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Sunrise Coal, LLC · Struck by falling object

Injured was scaling the roof in entry 5 and scaled a piece down then the piece in front of the piece that was being scaled fell also causing the first piece to bounce and strike the injured below EE's knee. This caused hematoma and leg contusion EE's right leg.

May 17, 2021 NM · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Freeport-McMoRan Chino Mines Company · Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

Mechanics were installing drive belts on the 32PP07 feed pump, were jumping a belt to its correct position on the pulley when employee got the tip of EE's pinky caught between the belt and pulley shiv, and rolled it through to the other side, crushing EE's fingertip. Taken to the ER, taken off work, referred to ortho, currently ONGOING.

May 15, 2021 KY · Coal master mechanic, foreman, supervisor FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL
JRL Coal Inc · Struck by falling object

EMPLOYEE WAS NEAR THE LOWER RIGHT RIB (CORNER) WHEN A PIECE OF ROCK FELL FROM THE RIB STRIKING EMPLOYEE IN THE LEFT LEG IN THE ANKLE AREA. EMPLOYEE WAS TRANSPORTED BY VEHICLE TO THE HOSPITAL. EMPLOYEE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A BROKEN LEG.

May 14, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Round Mountain Gold Corporation · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee felt pain in their shoulder while using an impact wrench on 5/14/2021. On 7/9/2021, it was determined that the employee had a tear in the shoulder consistent with the 5/14/21 incident.

May 14, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee was overhead welding on the water truck and felt a pop in EE's right shoulder. Initially EE did not think anything of it, but later in the shift EE felt another pop in the right shoulder while assisting another employee lift a screen.

May 12, 2021 PA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Asbury Graphite Mills Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Pulling back on screen two strap got sharp pain in right elbow

May 11, 2021 PA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
H&K Group, Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was walking on cat walk and felt pop in left knee.

May 11, 2021 MN · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) OTHER
United Taconite LLC · Unclassified, insufficient data

Employee felt discomfort in their back and was diagnosed with lumbosacral radiculopathy.

May 10, 2021 IN · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Sunrise Coal, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Injured was walking and stepped on uneven surface at a battery station twisting a knee. On 5/14/21 injured wanted to have knee looked at, so was set up to have MRI done on knee and was placed on restrictions on this date.

May 8, 2021 TN · Metal/Non-Metal stone finishing and sizing personnel, stone/rock cut/polish/saw operator, splitter, cutter, trimmer MACHINERY
Tennessee Marble Company · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was cutting 2x4 lumber to make crates for finished stone. The lumber "kicked" from the circular table saw, hitting the left thumb.

May 7, 2021 SD · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
T F Luke & Sons Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

At the end of the work day EE got out of the loader EE was running, when EE stepped down on the ground EE felt EE's left knee pop.

May 7, 2021 PA · Metal/Non-Metal dry screening plant operator, screen house operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
H&K Group, Inc. · Struck by falling object

EE was taking off the guard and stood under guard while doing so. Guard hit EE in head. EE was wearing a hard hat.

May 6, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Brown Sand Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Stepping off excavator rolled left ankle once placed on ground.

May 6, 2021 MN · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cleveland-Cliffs Minorca Mine Inc. · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was placing a 24 lb porta-power ram into place in the cooler on the shovel. While bending over, employee felt a burning sensation in abdomen.

May 6, 2021 KY · Coal brattice man/worker SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
River View Coal LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Citation 9534979 was issued during a Part 50 Audit with regard to this injury. The employee slipped and fell on EE's right shoulder as EE was trying to pull a curtain down that was hung over a pallet of concrete blocks.

May 5, 2021 GA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator POWERED HAULAGE
BASF Corporation · Struck by falling object

Employee was adjacent to dock while equipment was being unloaded from a commercial truck with a forklift. The pallet that the equipment was on failed causing it to fall cutting the employee's hand and fracturing their wrist.

May 5, 2021 SC · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec POWERED HAULAGE
Giant Cement Company · Struck against a moving object

The employee did not maintain control of a utility cart; causing the cart to hit a barricade and tip over. The employee was injured as a result of the impact.

May 5, 2021 MD · Coal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Maryland Energy Resources, LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EMPLOYEE WAS SHOVELING LOW BELT. EE FELT DISCOMFORT IN BACK. EE STRETCHCHED BACK OUT AND AFTERWARD HAD NO STRENGTH IN LEFT ARM/SHOULDER. EE CONTINUED TO WORK FULL DUTY UNTIL 8/18/2021 WHEN EE WAS PLACED OFF WORK.

May 4, 2021 MD · Metal/Non-Metal driller, highwall operator, highwall drill operator MACHINERY
Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC · Struck by flying object

Normal Mine working conditions. Compressor was started and the air Valve was opened. Employee noticed an air Leak and was going to close the air valve to relieve the air pressure before tightening the hose fitting. As the employee was about to turn off the air valve, the hose fitting disconnected from the air compressor and struck employee in the arm.

May 3, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal quality control technician, laboratory technician, laboratory assistant SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Golden Queen Mining Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Injured person was carrying approximately 45lbs of tools when EE stepped into a divot made by a tamping nodule approx 1-2" deep, 6" long causing the ankle to roll, and pain in EE's left knee. Treatment of ice, elevation, anti-inflammation pills, muscle relaxants were prescribed. Work restrictions given.

May 2, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Morenci Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A haul truck operator parked at the dispatch que point and went to use the restroom. When mounting the truck, the employee said they twisted and felt a twinge. The operator continued to work taking a load from the 50 shovel to Lonestar dump and felt the pain worsening. The employee stated that they swung around the stairs using the handrail.

May 2, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Nevada Gold Mines LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Ee was exiting the compartment beind the cab on loader and slipped on the driveline cover. Ee felt right knee pain. Ee caught self from falling and strained left arm/shoulder. MRI done on 5/12 positive for biceps tendon rupture. Referred for surgery.

May 1, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal outside foreman, leadman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Capital Materials, LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was replacing 2 v-belts on a conveyor head pulley. As EE was turning the pulley to guide the 2nd belt on, the belt pinched EE's finger against the pulley.

May 31, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Castle Mountain Venture · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was collecting MET samples when EE turned to reach the sample paperwork and rolled EE's right ankle.

May 31, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal diamond drill operator, core driller, exploration driller, longhole driller, prospect driller HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Klondex Hollister Mine Inc. · Struck by falling object

A helper on an underground core drill was lifting a 5' HQ drill rod to add to the drill string when they lost footing and fell to the wooden deck (floor). The drill rod fell with them and landed on right thumb causing a fracture to the thumb.

May 29, 2021 PA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Amrize Cement Inc. · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was conducting a cement silo change on top of the bulk silos. The employee was tightening the valve by pulling down on a steel bar that was inserted into the bottom knuckle when the bar slipped out causing the employee to lose balance and fracture the right thumb.

May 29, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Morenci Inc. · Rubbed or abraded

Employee was performing cell maintenance when, while lifting a section of copper pre-strip, the pre-strip slipped causing a laceration to left hand. The laceration required sutures.

May 29, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
MP Mine Operations, LLC. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee received a significant laceration to thumb while using a grinder.

May 28, 2021 MA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Oldcastle Lawn & Garden Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee was using an extension bar to move lever on VSI damper. While pulling down the bar set free from being stuck which cause backside of left hand to contact cover of VSI. Contusion to the back of the left hand. X-rays were taken on 6/10/2021. Notified of a fracture on one metatarsal bone on 6/11/2021. A cast was placed on hand at local Emergency Room on 6/11/2021.

May 28, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Fred Weber Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was seated power washing, stood up and felt pain in their right knee.

May 28, 2021 MI · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
O-N Minerals (Michigan) Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

After finishing loading a boat, injured walked up the stairs to shut power off in 2 north tunnel. While walking up the stairs injured felt a pop in their knee.

May 28, 2021 MT · Metal/Non-Metal silo operator, bin puller, truck loader HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Magris Talc USA Inc. · Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

Using a 12 foot long ice pick to dislodge material inside hopper to fall. EE got a sharp and a warm sensation in that area, came and left? End of shift sore shoulder but felt ok.

May 27, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Alamo Concrete Products Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee stepped out of the manlift basket when EE's right foot rolled under EE causing the ankle to twist.

May 26, 2021 MI · Metal/Non-Metal dryer operator, kiln operator, dry plant operator, fluid operator, bed dryer operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
U S Silica Company · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Miner was outside dryer assisting with cleaning out of lower plenum, unknowingly standing in hot sand causing a minor burn to the side of EE's right foot. First Aid incident until doctor visit on 6-28-21 where EE received restricted duty.

May 26, 2021 AL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was changing screen wires and hit finger with a hammer, causing a laceration. Employee sought medical attention on May 26, 2021, received five sutures and placed on restricted duty. Employee was released to full duty on June 2, 2021.

May 26, 2021 UT · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Kennecott Utah Copper LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While climbing the boarding ladder of 930E haul Truck the employee felt a pop in their left leg. Upon evaluation from medical facility it was determined the employee had sprained their left hamstring.

May 26, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Badger Mining Corporation · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Lifting a chain fall from floor grating, chain got stuck in the grating when pulling up and associate felt pain in their right elbow. Right elbow was sprained or strained.

May 26, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Covia Solutions Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A Relief Operator while closing a valve in the crushing area felt a pop in left elbow. Employee immediately reported the occurrence to supervisor. As the shift progressed the pain, motion, and hand grip strength worsened causing the employee to request a medical evaluation.

May 25, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal utility man, shift tech, service/dump truck operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc · Rubbed or abraded

Employee received friction burns by a rope on the interior of left hand when employee grabbed a moving rope to slow the shovel cable lowering from the pole bridges at Shovel 1.

May 25, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Jerritt Canyon Gold LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee was breaking core with a standard rock pick when an employee next to EE was moving a box of core. As this employee moved the box of core EE inadvertently made contact with EE's arm mid-swing causing EE to miss the core and hit EE's thumb.

May 25, 2021 TN · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Nyrstar Tennessee Mines Strawberry Plains LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was performing routine maintenance of crusher and when walking down crusher stairs, foot got hung up causing employee to lose balance. In the process of catching self from falling, employee jammed/twisted back.

May 25, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal master mechanic, foreman, supervisor HANDLING OF MATERIALS
MP Mine Operations, LLC. · Struck against stationary object

Employee was conducting maintenance work. When EE moved hand away from the part, EE received a small cut to finger. Employee reported minor incident to the supervisor. On July 9, 2021, employee informed supervisor that the finger had become infected and employee was sent to occupational medical provider for treatment.

May 25, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal outside foreman, leadman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Morenci Inc. · Fall to the walkway or working surface

2 employees where moving a sulphur tray from under a rail car. EE1 was pulling by holding onto the tray. EE2 was squatting pulling by a rope handle. They said the rope handle broke, and EE2 fell backward on rear then back. EE2 called supervisor to explain what happened, and that lower back hurt. At the clinic they said elbow hurt also, and they found a hairline fracture.

May 24, 2021 VA · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Stuart M Perry Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was shoveling material WHEN EMPLOYEE FELT SOMETHING PULL IN RIGHT HIP

May 24, 2021 PA · Metal/Non-Metal plumber, pipefitter, millwright HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Buzzi Unicem USA · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EMPLOYEE WAS LIFTING A PIECE OF ANGLE IRON AND MOVING TO A WORK BENCH WHEN EMPLOYEE FELT A PULL IN LOWER BACK. DIAGNOSED WITH A MUSCLE STRAIN AND PRESCRIBED RESTRICTED DUTY.

May 23, 2021 MN · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer MACHINERY
United States Steel Corp-Minnesota Ore Operations · Struck against a moving object

Employee was operating the 4111 shovel in crude blast. The employee was cleaning and then tracked ahead into the bank. When employee took the first scoop the shovel jarred employee causing neck pain along with a headache. The employee stated must have had a rock under the track that broke causing the sudden jar

May 23, 2021 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Titan Florida LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee adopted an uncomfortable position switching the valve to silo-13 due to a scaffold located in front of the valve and hurt lower back

May 21, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Con-Agg Companies, LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee smashed right pinky finger while removing a piece of metal from a rock box and required 6 stitches

May 21, 2021 OK · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man MACHINERY
Amrize Cement Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Quarry technician was using air lance to clean out a grizzly. Employee felt minor discomfort in lower back until 5/23/21 when seen by a doctor and placed on restricted duty and given meds.

May 21, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech POWERED HAULAGE
CEMEX Construction Materials South LLC · Struck against a moving object

Employee was parking a manlift and ran over a rock abruptly moving the manlift basket upwards. This caused the employee's right foot to come out and over the safety pedal cage. When the right foot landed it was on top of the cage and the right ankle was injured. A harness was being utilized.

May 21, 2021 MN · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
Kasota Stone Fabricators Inc · Struck by flying object

Cleaning up tipping equipment. Air hose came loose and struck employee multiple times. Air hose struck employee to the head, neck, right shoulder, right ribs, and right wrist. Bruising and pain afterward.

May 20, 2021 NM · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
GCC Rio Grande, Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee did the line change on the 6" line to set up in cement Silo, then came down from Silo to inspect Kiln grease system and proceeded to clean additive system shoveling material and pain got worse. EE attempted to sit in the 320 loader, but the pain intensified. EE immediately reported it to the control room to report it to the supervisor.

May 20, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor POWERED HAULAGE
Imerys Filtration Minerals, Inc. · Struck against a moving object

Employee was riding as a passenger in a Polaris Ranger UTV. The UTV tipped over onto it's right side hitting the ground; jarring the passenger which caused a right shoulder dislocation. On May 21st employee was seen by a physician and modified work duties were prescribed. Employee remains on modified work duties.

May 19, 2021 IL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
VCNA Prairie LLC · Fall onto or against objects

Employee was showing another employee how to use quick disconnect on CAT skid steer. Used foot to move the lever and pant leg got caught. Employee was un-successful in catching self, EE lost EE's balance, and fell on top of disconnect piece protruding from the machine. Employee fell with EE's back hitting the piece.

May 19, 2021 AR · Metal/Non-Metal motorman, motor person, swamper, switchman, locomotive operator POWERED HAULAGE
Arkansas Lime Company · Struck against a moving object

Train of moving railcars struck a train of stationary railcars resulting in a sudden stop.

May 17, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
J. Lee Milligan, Inc. · Fall from machine

Employee changing fuel filter on loader. Had build up of mud on boots, slipped from loader step.

May 17, 2021 WA · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Trans Alta Centralia Mining LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Mechanic moved a D-11 dozer to a loading ramp for relocation into the mine work area. While dismounting the dozer, using foot cleats and grab handles on the way down, and on the final step onto the ground, the mechanic felt EE's ankle roll and made a "pop" sound. The ground was uneven below vegetation where the mechanic stepped off the dozer.

May 17, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Southwest Rock Products · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The injured employee was preparing to mount the cab of a flatbed truck. When EE placed EE's foot and tried to hoist self up, EE's leg twisted, which caused EE to fall. EE sustained a knee injury and was diagnosed with a sprain. Lost time as of 5/18/2021.

May 16, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
Freeport-McMoRan Morenci Inc. · Struck against stationary object

Employee was doing a pre-shift inspection and rolled their left ankle on a rock.

May 16, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc · Struck by falling object

While two employees were installing an A/C belt on Haul Truck 25, the a/c compressor fell and hit the employee in the back between the shoulder blades. This resulted in a back contusion.

May 15, 2021 AL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC · Fall from ladders

Employee was entering an ingredient bin to perform maintenance when the ladder shifted causing employee to fall to the ground. Employee sought medical attention and was diagnosed with a fractured ankle. Employee is currently working on restricted duty.

May 14, 2021 PA · Metal/Non-Metal greaser, grease man, oiler, lube man, dragline oiler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Heidelberg Materials US Cement LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

The employee attempted to move an empty 55 gallon drum from inside a building to outside by picking it up and carrying it. As employee was carrying it employee felt a pain in their back.

May 14, 2021 MD · Coal scoop car/scooptram operator, load/haul/dump (lhd) operator, teletram operator NONPOWERED HAULAGE
Maryland Energy Resources, LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EMPLOYEE WAS HOOKING A SMALL TRAILER UP TO A CART. THE TRAILER HITCH SLIPPED OFF OF THE BALL . EMPLOYEE TRIED TO GRAB THE TONGUE AND A FINGER WAS PINCHED BETWEEN THE TONGUE AND BOTTOM .

May 14, 2021 KY · Metal/Non-Metal rock driller HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Allen Company Inc · Struck against stationary object

EE was operating the floor drill when a rock slid off the lower half of the rib and pinched the dust hose. EE was attempting to move the rock off the hose when the rock shifted causing EE's right elbow to strike the rib.

May 13, 2021 CO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
CEMEX Construction Materials South, LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A plant mechanic was assisting 3 other mechanics to splice a conveyor belt when the guide cable failed & struck the employee's left middle finger causing a minor laceration at the top of the nail bed. The following day the employee was seen by a physician for observation & was diagnosed with a mid phalangeal fracture to left middle fingertip, a finger splint was applied.

May 13, 2021 WI · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman MACHINERY
GLC Minerals LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was drilling a hole through a plate on an elevator and was positioned at an awkward angle which lead to EE pulling/straining a muscle.

May 12, 2021 MS · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Oil Dri Production Company LLC · Struck against stationary object

While disposing of an old bearing EE hit hand on a shaft that was inside of the dumpster which caused an laceration on third finger on left hand.

May 12, 2021 WI · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Halquist Stone Company Inc · Struck by falling object

On Wednesday, 5/12/21, at 2:48 pm, employee moved a stone forward on the feeder conveyor towards the breaker. They lifted it with the lifter table. EE then attempted to spin the stone with left hand when the stone slipped off the lifter table and fell. When the stone fell it pinched their left 2nd digit in between it and the feeder conveyor resulting in a laceration/open wound.

May 11, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal carpenter NONPOWERED HAULAGE
Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee stated that EE was moving concrete with a wheelbarrow and strained when EE was pouring out the concrete causing an umbilical hernia.

May 11, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Drake Cement LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Worker was cutting conveyor belt with box cutter style knife & pulled knife into calf of right leg causing a laceration

May 11, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal welder (non-shop) HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Texas Lehigh Cement Company LP · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

On 5/11/21, the employee wasn't sure what EE had done. After a 12 hour shift, EE's right knee began to hurt. EE didn't think much about it until 5/18/21 when EE's knee was still hurting, and EE wanted to get checked out. I took EE to the doctor on 5/19/21, were restricted duty, and a couple of therapy sessions were ordered

May 11, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Freeport-McMoRan Morenci Inc. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A mechanic had their left hand pinched between the hammer and loader bucket.

May 10, 2021 WI · Metal/Non-Metal outside foreman, leadman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
WINGRA STONE COMPANY · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was removing a broken coil spring from a jaw crusher. EE thought had released all tension on the spring, but bottom broken section was still under tension. As EE was removing spring, bottom section released smashing LT thumb.

May 10, 2021 NJ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Trap Rock Industries LLC · Struck by falling object

Piece of metal fell on employee's foot

May 10, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Salt River Sand & Rock · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Miner was removing a 12" stuck rock off the grizzly bars from the jaw crusher when the rock shifted. As a result the rock struck miner's left ring finger cutting the finger requiring stitches to close the wound.

May 10, 2021 KY · Metal/Non-Metal blaster, shooter, shotfirer, explosive worker, powder gang/monkey MACHINERY
Sterling Materials · Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

Employee states the controls on the Powder Monkey basket malfunctioned and pinned employee against the ceiling bruising their ribs.

May 10, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
Golden Queen Mining Company · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was pressure washing a filter. While holding the filter with EE's right hand EE held the pressure washer wand in EE's left hand. While EE was attempting to wash the inside of the filter EE placed EE's hand in the line of fire of the water stream, resulting in a laceration to the right ring finger.

May 10, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Florida Canyon Mining Inc. · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was kneeling down working and stood up to a sharp pain in left knee

May 10, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal leaching operator POWERED HAULAGE
Freeport-McMoRan Morenci Inc. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A leaching employee was holding the drip line to keep it from getting tangled while an ATV was pulling the line. When the ATV passed the employee, a splicer in the line caught the employee's tool pouch and caused the employee to fall forward. The splicer also caused a small cut on the employee's finger and a bruise to the leg.

May 8, 2021 MI · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
American Aggregates Of Michigan Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was shoveling/moving wet raw material under a conveyor belt to the walkway just to the employee's right in the wash plant surge tunnel, when employee felt some discomfort in left shoulder blade. This was a first aid until May 14th when employee had initial visit at the clinic.

May 7, 2021 ID · Metal/Non-Metal crusher attendant/operator, pan feeder operator/worker MACHINERY
Mickelsen Construction, Inc · Struck by falling object

EE was standing between a primary rock screen and a crusher jaw when a rock hit EE in the head rendering EE unconscious. No witness saw the incident and it is unsure if the rock came off of the primary screen or out of the jaw. When EE came to, EE began to throw up. EE was taken to the hospital for a CT scan. Conclusion of injury is a concussion.

May 6, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Terra Firma Materials LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was adjusting the forks on forklift, when employee moved them towards the middle one of the forks remained in the up position. Employee with left hand grabbed the chassis and with right hand pushed the fork so it could return to original position, while doing so they didn't remove their hand and hit left thumb. Employee fractured finger.

May 6, 2021 WI · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
County Materials Corp · Fall from ladders

Fixing a bearing on a sand screw. Stepping on a ladder to come down and the ladder fell, EE landing on the ground

May 6, 2021 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
The Chemours Company FC LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Miner was sweeping floor when EE felt EE's lower back muscles tighten up. Miner has a pre-existing condition from several years ago. Doctor prescribed PT on 5-10-21.

May 6, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Morenci Inc. · Struck by rolling or sliding object

Employee's were placing spile bars against the wall for the mechanics to slide them into the chute. An employee was handling a bar to place against the wall. Another bar that was already against the wall slid off and bounced off a stack of liners landing on the employee's right foot.

May 5, 2021 AR · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Pulling 20 ft sections of drill steel pipe from ground after drilling. While stacking one 20 ft section, employee felt a strain in lower back.

May 5, 2021 OR · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Baker Rock Crushing Company · Fall onto or against objects

Employee was descending from a haul truck and slipped, the employee caught themselves and in the process injured their shoulder.

May 5, 2021 NY · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman POWERED HAULAGE
Vanderbilt Minerals, LLC- Gouverneur Mineral Div. · Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

The employee was working on a bag packer palletizing 50 lb. bags of product. A damaged bag failed to transition from the belt conveyor to the skate rollers. The employee was attempting to remove the damaged bag from the conveyor system and inadvertently wedged fingers between the belt conveyor and the skate rollers causing abrasions to fingers.

May 5, 2021 WV · Coal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler POWERED HAULAGE
Greenbrier Minerals, LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was loading belt structure when EE's foot slid under the bucket of a scoop, the bucket was being lowered at the time of the incident.

May 4, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal sweeper operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
CalMat Co · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

While performing daily clean up of the sweeper truck, employee experienced slight discomfort in right shoulder while removing the suction hose.

May 4, 2021 IL · Metal/Non-Metal sweeper operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Bluff City Minerals LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

The employee states EE closed hopper inspection door on sweeper truck when EE felt a pain in EE's elbow. Reportable due to medical treatment on 4.28.2022.

May 3, 2021 OK · Metal/Non-Metal barge/boat/dredge/towbarge/towboat/leach operator, riverman, deck hand SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
ARKHOLA · Fall to the walkway or working surface

The employee had just finished moving a portable generator when they slipped and fell, striking an elbow on the deck of the dredge. This action resulted in the employee sustaining a closed fracture to the left ulna bone near the elbow.

May 3, 2021 NC · Metal/Non-Metal quality control technician, laboratory technician, laboratory assistant HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Harrison Aggregates · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was picking up a 5 gallon bucket full of material. As EE prepared the bucket for a split QC sample, EE felt a pain in EE's back and a sharp pain down EE's right leg.

May 2, 2021 AK · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Coeur Alaska Inc · Fall from machine

Employee was changing hose in the back of a fuel pick up truck, when the fitting broke lose EE lost EE's balance and stumbled back falling out of the back of the truck. EE's pelvis has a light fracture.

May 2, 2021 FL · Metal/Non-Metal barge/boat/dredge/towbarge/towboat/leach operator, riverman, deck hand SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee stepped on grating to troubleshoot dredge ladder welds securing ladder broke loose causing employee's left leg to fall leading EE to strain EE's right leg causing the injury. EE was on restricted duty until 7/6/2021

May 31, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal belt foreman, maintenance foreman, maintenance supervisor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
High Roller Sand Management LLC · Fall onto or against objects

Employee slipped while climbing down 10' A frame ladder, EE's left foot slipped off rung resulting in a laceration to EE's back left thigh from a piece of angle iron that was behind EE. Laceration was closed with 21 stitches.

May 31, 2021 PA · Coal bull gang foreman, labor foreman, leadman, section foreman, shift boss SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Iron Cumberland LLC · Fall onto or against objects

Employee tripped while going thru a mandoor and fell striking EE's forehead just above the right eye on the door latch. Employee suffered a laceration that required 10 sutures.

May 29, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal quality control technician, laboratory technician, laboratory assistant HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Buzzi Unicem USA · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee was screwing a cap on a glass vial when the glass vial broke in employee's hand causing a laceration to the employee's finger on left hand.

May 29, 2021 NC · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
3M Company · Rubbed or abraded

A miner was mixing pigment at the mixing pot. Pigment got in between their glove and sleeve and caused mechanical irritation and an allergic reaction requiring medical treatment that included prescription medication.

May 29, 2021 ID · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
U.S. Silver-Idaho, Inc. · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

4900 Pocket #1 side - pulling chute to load skip, closed chute and finger caught bolt on airline - ripping finger nail off.

May 28, 2021 NC · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
The Quartz Corp USA · Struck by flying object

A maintenance worker reported getting dust in both eyes at some point during the prior workday. EE was taken to Urgent Care as soon as reported. Employee's eyes were flushed with water. Prescription eye drops were given and used. On the next working day, the employee stated "EE was fine now." No lost time occurred.

May 28, 2021 KY · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
River View Coal LLC · Struck by falling object

While installing a roof bolt, a small round piece of material slid down the bolt striking EE's right hand and thumb. EE's thumb required stitches.

May 28, 2021 IN · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
US Aggregates Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was getting a guard off some bolts, and the pry bar slipped and smashed EE's right ring finger. Tip of finger had a small fracture and the finger nail had to have a hole poked into it to let blood drain out from under finger nail.

May 27, 2021 OR · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Hooker Creek Companies, LLC · Struck against stationary object

Miner reached into an opening between two conveyors. EE's glove contacted a tail pulley and subsequently lacerated the back of EE's hand. EE received sutures and returned to work. An investigation was conducted, full report will be attached or mailed.

May 27, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer MACHINERY
United States Pumice Company · Struck against a moving object

Employee sent email to owner on Friday 06/04/21 @ 11:am "On 5/27 after working up at the mine (I was moving some rock using the Dozer) I started feeling some soreness in my lower back. The soreness is lingering, so I've scheduled an appointment to have it looked at".

May 27, 2021 SD · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Pacer Minerals, LLC · Contact with hot objects or substances

The miner was lying on their right side while welding a patch on a piece of stationary equipment. A piece of welding slag was able to pass by EE's welding helmet and enter EE's ear. Pain was immediate. There was swelling to the interior of the ear limiting hearing from that ear.

May 27, 2021 IL · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
M-Class Mining LLC · Struck by flying object

IE was using Knipex bolt cutters to cut the bands on a bundle of hog panel. When IE cut the metal band it came back and came in contact with EE's right hand index finger. IE received a laceration that required two sutures.

May 26, 2021 FL · Metal/Non-Metal barge/boat/dredge/towbarge/towboat/leach operator, riverman, deck hand HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex Construction Materials Florida LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was turning Feed Prep Trommel and pinched left index finger resulting in a laceration that required 5 stitches.

May 26, 2021 WY · Metal/Non-Metal crane operator, mobile equipment operator (meo), dragline operator, dropball operator, rigger MACHINERY
Pete Lien & Sons Inc · Struck against a moving object

The dozer operator was moving material on the yellow layer when the operator backed off a highwall approximately 20 feet tall.

May 26, 2021 PA · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
York Building Products Co Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was walking and rolled ankle on uneven ground.

May 26, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal utility man, shift tech, service/dump truck operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Acme Brick Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Uneven walking surface. And improper dismount. Associate was preparing blocks to load onto income trucks. As Associate dismounted the Forklift, EE stepped to the ground, which was uneven straining EE's left ankle.

May 26, 2021 PA · Coal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Consol Pennsylvania Coal Company LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was setting up the can setter. It shifted and pinched employee's finger causing injury.

May 26, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
Nevada Gold Mines LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Manpower employee used a battery operated circular saw to cut cardboard for sample labeling. EE cut left thumb with saw.

May 26, 2021 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
LCT Energy, LP · Struck by falling object

While pushing drill steel to the roof to begin drilling, a piece of rock fell from the roof and struck EE in the back of the upper right arm. The rock measured approximately 18 x 24 x 1 and had a sharp outer edge.

May 25, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Carousel Energy Services · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Two workers removing a cyclone part off equipment. Equipment part was unexpectedly heavy due to unknown debris hiding inside. An edge of part hit one worker in face. Equipment was on ground. Temperature was 87 deg F with 61% humidity. No work days missed by IP (injured person).

May 25, 2021 KY · Coal bull gang foreman, labor foreman, leadman, section foreman, shift boss HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Blue Diamond Mining LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was lifting & hanging mine cable which weighed more that 50 pounds. Strained lower back muscle.

May 25, 2021 OH · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer HANDLING OF MATERIALS
The Olen Corporation · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Shut right ring finger in haul truck door while getting out of truck.

May 24, 2021 AL · Metal/Non-Metal mine manager, mine foreman, mine owner MACHINERY
Selma Gravel Inc. · Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

EMPLOYEE WAS CHECKING PROBLEM UNDER BED OF HAUL TRUCK NEAR TAILGATE, DRIVER IN TRUCK WAS LOWERING BED AUTOMATICALLY AND EMPLOYEE HAND WAS GOT CAUGHT BETWEEN TAILGATE AND BED OF TRUCK, SQUISHED FINGERS. EMPLOYEE WAS TAKEN TO HOSPITAL IN AND THEN WAS TAKEN BY AMBULANCE OTHER FACILITY. FINGERS WERE FRACTURED AND SPLINTED, HAS FOLLOW UP APPOINTMENTS

May 24, 2021 OK · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Central Plains Cement Co. · Struck by falling object

Employee cleaning out hopper via inspection port. Material broke free and struck employee resulting in fractured nose.

May 24, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer MACHINERY
Teichert Aggregates · Struck against stationary object

The employee was leaning to pick up a water bottle and hit a bump while operating the scraper. After hitting the bump the seat bounced causing EE to bounce up and cut EE's ear on a GPS bracket.

May 23, 2021 UT · Metal/Non-Metal mine manager, mine foreman, mine owner HANDLING OF MATERIALS
CMC Rock, LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was lifting a pump part after disassembly and it slipped out of EE's left hand pinching EE's right index finger between the part and an edge on the pump housing. Treatment required finger surgery.

May 22, 2021 VA · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Dickenson-Russell Contura, LLC · Struck against stationary object

Employee had removed an impeller from a pump and was rolling it up out of the housing and EE received a laceration to the right pinky finger requiring stitches.

May 21, 2021 OR · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer MACHINERY
RiverBend Materials · Struck by flying object

Using an angle grinder to prep the scalper lip for welding. During the process of grinding, the employee's safety glasses slid down EE's nose which resulted in debris going in EE's left eye.

May 21, 2021 MI · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer POWERED HAULAGE
Elmer's Crane and Dozer, Inc. · Struck against a moving object

Brake line on service truck failed causing vehicle to roll onto its side.

May 21, 2021 VT · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Pike Industries Inc · Fall from machine

Employee was dismounting from loader when boot caught on bolt causing employee to loose balance and fall.

May 21, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
Amrize Southwest Inc. · Struck against a moving object

While getting loaded the loader operator jarred the 777 haul truck that the employee was operating straining their neck and back. Employee's official notification date is in question. The official notification was given on 5/26/2021

May 21, 2021 VA · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Lhoist North America of Virginia, Inc. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was sitting on the ground underneath Kiln 1, and was using a cable stripping tool to remove the insulation from a new electrical cable that was being installed for Kiln 3. The employee was pulling the tool towards them, when the tool slipped and the blade struck them in the left knee. Employee received a laceration on the knee.

May 20, 2021 WV · Coal section foreman, bullgang foreman, labor foreman, leadman, shift boss HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Ramaco Resources, LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was making a cable repair and the knife slipped cutting the employee on the upper right leg.

May 20, 2021 AK · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Coeur Alaska Inc · Struck by falling object

Employee was jack legging in our Julain mine. A baseball size rock fell between the wire from the back and hit the employee's left forearm cutting it. Employee received 7 stitches and got a full release.

May 20, 2021 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Nevada Gold Mines LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was conducting maintenance on a dozer. While utilizing a prybar to turn the engine, the bar slipped and caught left pinky between the engine and the prybar. The employee removed glove and discovered a small abrasion, employee was examined at the hospital and it was identified that the pinky suffered a fracture on the distal end.

May 20, 2021 KY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
JRL Coal, INC. · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

When entering a lube truck cab to disengage the PTO pump. As they used the grab/handrail to pull themselves into the truck, their shoulder popped. Employee continued into the truck, but, when they got out of the truck shoulder started hurting.

May 20, 2021 IL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
VCNA Prairie LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was cutting skirt rubber in a tight spot with a utility knife. EE was cutting towards self. Holding the rubber taught with EE's left hand, EE's right hand slipped and EE lost control of the knife and cut EE's forearm, right above where EE was wearing cut proof gloves - transported to emergency room where EE received 3 stitches.

May 19, 2021 ME · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Dragon Products Company, Inc. · Flash burns (welding)

Employee was welding and got photokeratitis in both eyes when they lifted their welding hood. Employee received medical treatment beyond first aid.

May 19, 2021 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Standard Sand & Silica Company · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was trying to clear a stuck flow hole in the bin knife gate, when it released and caught EE's hand.

May 19, 2021 GA · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
IMERYS Clays, Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee was removing debris from the Blunger. As EE was removing debris, EE's foot slipped. EE put left arm up to catch self and EE's forearm hit the wear ring on the Blunger causing a laceration requiring six stitches.

May 19, 2021 TN · Metal/Non-Metal blaster, shooter, shotfirer, explosive worker, powder gang/monkey SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Nyrstar Tennessee Mines - Gordonsville, LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

The employee was carrying empty boxes from the powder magazine when the employee dropped one of the boxes, causing employee to trip over the box. Employee fell on outstretched arm. The employee sustained a strain to left wrist and was placed in an immobilizer splint.

May 19, 2021 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) HANDLING OF MATERIALS
LCT Energy LP · Struck by falling object

While roof bolting, employee's drill steels clogged up. When EE was removing them from the roof they fell free striking EE on the left hand causing a small laceration between the thumb and index finger. EE was treated in the ER where EE received 4 stitches.

May 18, 2021 CO · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Anson Excavating · Struck against stationary object

Employee was grabbing a chain that was broke. The end EE grabbed had a bur on it and cut EE's left index finger. Had gloves, but had taken that hand off.

May 18, 2021 IL · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) POWERED HAULAGE
M-Class Mining LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

IE was helping maintenance raise the headgate ranging arm into position to pin it into the shear. The AC shield hauler did not have enough lift to raise the ranging arm. Cribs were built on top of hauler forks. When the hauler raised the forks the cribs became unstable and popped out striking IE. IE received 3 sutures under the chin on the right side.

May 18, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal outside foreman, leadman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cold Spring Granite Company · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was hurrying to get out of the rain as heavy rain was coming down during severe thunderstorm. In haste, they got their left middle finger caught between door and door frame of forklift as door slammed shut, causing laceration requiring sutures. No lost time, no lost wages.

May 18, 2021 MS · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Memphis Stone & Gravel Company · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was changing a roller on a field conveyor. Employee was holding one side when it suddenly fell pinching the middle finger of right hand between the roller and conveyor frame. This resulted in a contusion to right hand and also injured the fingernail of the middle finger of the right hand .

May 18, 2021 WV · Coal scoop tram operator, load/haul/dump operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Greenbrier Minerals, LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was making the end on a piece of move belt. EE was using utility knife when the knife slipped cutting the EE on the left knee. The EE received sutures to close the laceration. EE is back to work in normal job position.

May 18, 2021 PA · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Iron Cumberland LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

While changing filters on the stage loader the employee slipped on the catwalk and fell on tail bone. The employee continues to work but started receiving physical therapy for the injury on 6/21/2021.

May 17, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal utility man, shift tech, service/dump truck operator POWERED HAULAGE
MLC · Struck against stationary object

The employee stated was tramming a JLG when EE rolled over a rock with the tire of the machine. When EE rolled over the rock, the basket jerked upward quickly and the employee hit EE's finger on one of the railings in the cage. EE's left ring finger was X-rayed and found to be fractured.

May 17, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee was stepping down off the ladder and slipped grabbing the handrail to break fall. This wrenched the employee's shoulder causing an injury. Oily residue was identified on the ladder.

May 17, 2021 IL · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor MACHINERY
Heidelberg Materials Midwest Agg, Inc. · Struck by falling object

A miner suffered an irritation to right eye while using an oxy/fuel gas torch. The injured miner was working overhead cutting steel and some debris dropped behind the miner's safety glasses. The miner was provided RX ophthalmic ointment to treat the irritation.

May 17, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
U S Borax Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee was turning a drum with hands. Had proper PPE - gloves. Hand slipped , struck a piece of metal. Both glove and hand were cut.

May 15, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Holliday Sand & Gravel · Struck against stationary object

Employee bent over under a conveyor and when employee stood up bumped head on the conveyor the employee was standing under.

May 15, 2021 CO · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Martin Marietta Materials Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was pulling a chain across a belt conveyor and the hook flipped up and hit EE in the mouth. The employee did not want treatment on the day it occured. Was then evaluated on 05/18/21 by a dentist and determined teeth would need removed and repaired.

May 15, 2021 NY · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Tilcon New York Inc · Struck by flying object

While grinding a bearing employee states something got past face shield. Eye was rinsed and they returned to work. Incident was reported 5/18 due to irritation. Employee saw a doctor on 5/24 where no foreign body was noticed but eye drops were given. Management notified 5/28 and this form was submitted the next working day 6/1.

May 14, 2021 NY · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec POWERED HAULAGE
Dalrymple Gravel & Contracting Co Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

While moving the manlift employee caught head between conveyor frame and manlift control panel causing laceration to head that required stitches.

May 13, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
MLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EMPLOYEE STATED THAT WAS LIFTING DOOR TO CLOSE UP PREHEATER AND FELT PULL ON SHOULDER OUT OF PLACE.

May 13, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator OTHER
Ingram Concrete, LLC · Struck by flying object

Employee was walking to MCC trailer when employee felt something fly into right eye. Employee went to the first aid cabinet and grabbed some eyewash and flushed the eye. Employee could feel what ever was in there move around the eye. Employee was wearing proper PPE (Safety glasses) and believes it was an insect that entered eye.

May 13, 2021 PA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
H&K Group Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was placing a piece of flat 3/8 inch steel onto ground and pinched right hand pinky finger resulting in two stitches.

May 12, 2021 UT · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Alton Coal Development LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Subject was changing the cutting edge on the Bobcat skid steer. The subject was tightening the bolts. The bolt head spun when it was being tightened and cut the subjects hand.

May 12, 2021 NY · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cobleskill Stone Products, Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While exiting a Cat 765 rock truck, EE extended right arm causing a muscle strain to EE's right shoulder.

May 12, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Permian Basin Materials, LLC · Fall from machine

Employee injured right 3rd finger while working on heavy equipment. Per safety manager employee had a conversation with consulting physician and was notified on 5-25-2021 that employee had sustained a fracture and maybe referred to specialist pending follow-up visit on 5-27-2021.

May 11, 2021 AK · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Fairbanks Gold Mining Inc · Struck by flying object

While attempting to make a lift a picking eye broke causing the lifting chain to strike employees arm

May 11, 2021 IL · Metal/Non-Metal plumber, pipefitter, millwright MACHINERY
Illinois Cement Company · Contact with hot objects or substances

Employee was welding in a restricted area that required you to light the torch prior to reaching work area due to lack of room. As the employee was accessing the work area the touch hose got hung up on a thermo coupler on the floor causing the hot torch to go across EE's hand.

May 11, 2021 KY · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator POWERED HAULAGE
Kosmos Cement Company, LLC · Struck against a moving object

Shipping employee was moving rail with a track mobile. While moving a rail car loaded with cement derailed and laid on it side. This caused the track mobile to lay over on its side also. The operator struck EE's head on the inside of the cab which caused a laceration above the employee's eye. 4 stitches required to close wound.

May 11, 2021 WV · Coal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Spartan Mining Company, LLC · Fall onto or against objects

EE was manually rolling de-energized miner drum using knee on the miner head when knee slipped off the drum. EE landed on the mine floor and was struck by the turning CM drumhead with a bit lug to right knee. Employee finished shift and did not seek medical treatment until 12 hrs later. EE returned to work for next scheduled shift.

May 11, 2021 KY · Metal/Non-Metal bull gang foreman, labor foreman, leadman, section foreman, shift boss HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Sterling Materials · Struck by falling object

Employee was hand scaling and loose rock fell and struck EE's hand, creating small laceration on left hand.

May 11, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Doe Run Company · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was performing final pre-operational checks on EE's #0533 Volvo 40D haul truck. As EE was entering the truck cab, EE shut the door with EE's left hand from behind while facing forward going into the truck. The door caught EE's thumb causing it to split open in which EE received 10 stitches in treatment.

May 8, 2021 AL · Metal/Non-Metal steel worker, iron metal worker, iron worker OTHER
National Cement Co. of AL., Inc. · Struck by flying object

Miner was grinding steel duct work. Wind blew grinding dust up under face-shied and safety glasses into miners right eye.

May 8, 2021 UT · Coal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS
Savage Services Corporation · Struck by falling object

Employee was checking the oil on the dozer when the high wind gust blew the compartment door closing on left hand causing a small laceration on the third knuckle of the pinky finger. This required three stitches to close wound. Employee was released to full duty and no medications were prescribed.

May 7, 2021 VA · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Kyanite Mining Corp · Struck by flying object

Employee was installing a new light in a tunnel, and EE was tapping the existing light with a drill and carbide bit to get power to the new light when a piece of aluminum was extracted out of the old light base, which hit employee in cheek, and then bounced into EE's left eye under EE's safety glasses.

May 7, 2021 AR · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
CertainTeed Gypsum Manufacturing Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee working in the ore shed found a hose needing replaced. It was very rigid & bent into an odd position, so the hose was cut out. With the hose disconnected,the employee held it with left hand while holding the grinder with right. The grinder had a kick back & fell from hand & made contact with left forearm & resulted laceration.

May 7, 2021 WV · Coal master electrician ELECTRICAL
Wolf Run Mining LLC · Flash burns (electric)

Employee working on energized 4,160 Volt transformer with a 1,000 Volt meter. The meter blew causing an ARC Flash which caused second degree burns to the injured's face. All PPE was worn including Hard hat, Safety Glasses, High Voltage Gloves, FR Shirt and vest.

May 7, 2021 KY · Metal/Non-Metal crusher attendant/operator, pan feeder operator/worker HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Cleaning rock from conveyor at jaw crusher while repairs were being made. Pulled rock by hand at eye level toward them and one hit right front tooth and appears to have cracked the tooth. No pain.

May 7, 2021 KY · Coal master mechanic, foreman, supervisor STRIKING OR BUMPING
River View Coal LLC · Struck against stationary object

Employee struck head on a pin board while walking jamming their neck. Employee thought it would be ok and did not report it until later. The incident was investigated and determined to be work related on May 27th. In the mean time, the employee went to the chiropractor making the injury reportable.

May 6, 2021 WV · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Marshall County Coal Resources, Inc. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A fully trained miner was beating a clogged drill steel with another drill steel when the steel bounced back hitting the miner's lip. The injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.

May 6, 2021 MT · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Stillwater Mining Company · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee using a battery powered impact drill/socket attachment to remove a fuel filter housing bracket. When the nut loosened the bracket started to spin & the edge contacted EE's gloved right index finger resulting in a laceration. Sutures were required, a full release was issued making this a medical reportable incident.

May 6, 2021 PA · Metal/Non-Metal hand scaler HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Pennsy Supply Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee was hand scaling rib wall when bar slipped and EE hit their right hand against rock surface. Resulted in bruise to middle finger of right hand.

May 6, 2021 WY · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Croell, Inc · Fall onto or against objects

EE was changing screens and slipped hitting shin on a piece of metal causing a laceration requiring 12 staples.

May 6, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal quality control technician, laboratory technician, laboratory assistant HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Sierrita Ops. · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was moving a filing cabinet away from the wall. The filing cabinet began to tip over. The ee reached out to catch the cabinet and finger became pinched in between two cabinets. The ee sustained a fractured finger tip and avulsion to middle left finger.

May 5, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal master mechanic, foreman, supervisor EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
Mitsubishi Cement Corp · Struck by flying object

Employee was climbing into North side of Pantleg to see if the welds were cut on a seal plate, not realizing it was under pressure and got hit by plate piece.

May 5, 2021 OH · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

The employee was attempting to install apron plates and got hand pinched between the existing plate and the new plate being installed.

May 4, 2021 MI · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Tilden Mining Company L C · Struck by flying object

EE was striking a wooden wedge when they felt something hit an arm. Laceration noted to left forearm. Evaluated in ER and received 1 stitch to small laceration. Returned to work.

May 4, 2021 CO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Martin Marietta Materials Inc · Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

Employee was removing a rock (approx. 25lbs.) from the screen deck. When we tossed the rock, employee felt a pain in back. Employee was seen at the clinic given ice and ibuprofen. After a week the pain had not resolved and was prescribed physical therapy, making it recordable on 05/07/2021.

May 4, 2021 GA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Thiele Kaolin Company · Struck by flying object

2 employees were removing a bearing race. Once the race was hot, the employee stepped back and removed welding hood as the second employee started striking the race with a hammer. A piece of metal broke off and struck the first employee in the bottom lip causing a laceration that needed stitches.

May 4, 2021 PR · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex de Puerto Rico · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

A cement silo overflowed and a cement dust cloud formed causing cement dust to fall in an employee's eyes causing irritation and redness.

May 4, 2021 PA · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Iron Cumberland LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was burning on both sides of the belt line when employee stepped in a rut and felt a pop in right knee. The employee continues to work but has started Physical Therapy on 06/25/2021.

May 3, 2021 LA · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Atalco Gramercy LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Removing a driveshaft and drive tip from a capsten fitting to a hopper. The employee straddled the driveshaft with left hand holding the drive tip and right hand was holding the driveshaft. The employee out stretched arms could not control the driveshaft and drive tip, causing it to fall 18" to the concrete. Employee left hand middle finger was pinched causing a laceration.

May 1, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Iron Oak Permian LLC · Struck by flying object

EE was grinding off a seized bearing and a piece of metal got into EE's left eye. The metal was removed at a medical facility with no further treatment needed.

May 1, 2021 NM · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Associated Asphalt and Materials, LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was cutting a wiper for the west side return belt and the blade was dull so EE pushed harder. EE was able to cut the wiper and EE's hand slipped and EE stabbed self with a box knife. Employee received a single stitch on the puncture. Return to work with no restrictions.

May 1, 2021 WV · Coal miner, prospector, nec HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Tunnel Ridge, LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was cutting away the zip-tied cardboard from a new pair of channel locks. As they were cutting, they slipped and sliced the back of left hand.

May 28, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA)
Taft Production Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE has been operating line 107 for a while and feels pain in shoulder back and neck

May 21, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA)
Doe Run Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE DIAGNOSED WITH BILATERAL CARPAL / CUBITAL TUNNEL SYNDROME ON 5/21/2021. TREATMENT AND/OR SX IS PENDING AT THIS TIME.

May 19, 2021 WV · Coal shuttle car operator, mantrip operator, ramcar operator, rail runner, buggy operator DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS
Aracoma Coal Company, LLC · Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee had chest x ray done on 7-1-2020 ,it was read by a B reader at that time, we were notified by email on 5/18/21 that employee was diagnosed with occupational pneumoconiosis.

May 19, 2021 IA · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA)
Calcium Products, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Repetitive motion over a long period of time causing injury to shoulder. Torn muscle requiring corrective surgery

May 18, 2021 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator OCCUPATIONAL SKIN DISEASES
Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee was conducting maintenance when organic solution splashed on the right leg of EE's PPE. Employee immediately washed off the solution and changed. 5/28, the employee notified the supervisor that the skin was irritated and a rash had developed. Employee was seen that day by the occ med physician who treated the rash and instructed to keep dry and clean until healed.

May 17, 2021 UT · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS
Materion Natural Resources · Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee was diagnosed with CBD by the Corporate Medical Director.

May 17, 2021 IL · Coal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA)
Prairie State Generating Company LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee is experiencing numbness and pain in both hands and elbows while performing daily job tasks. This incident was reported on 05/17/2021, employee continued to work until 06/16/2021 when EE went out for surgery.

May 14, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA)
MLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EMPLOYEE STATED NUMBNESS IN HANDS. EMPLOYEE WENT TO DOCTOR AND HAD NERVE STUDY. EMPLOYEE WILL BE HAVING SURGERY FOR CARPAL TUNNEL ON 9-28-2021.

May 14, 2021 NM · Metal/Non-Metal quality control technician, laboratory technician, laboratory assistant DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA)
GCC Rio Grande, Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Over the course of over three to four months and with increasing frequent use of grinding bowls and auto-sampler buckets, tendinitis set in to left thumb and right forearm.

May 14, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA)
Doe Run Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE DIAGNOSED WITH BILATERAL CARPAL / CUBITAL TUNNEL SYNDROME ON 5/14/2021. TREATMENT AND/OR SX IS PENDING AT THIS TIME.

May 12, 2021 ID · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator POISONING (TOXIC MATERIALS)
Thompson Creek Mining Company · Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Code 23 An overflow in leach area resulted in off gas from slurry not controlled by fume collection system. This produced concentration of chlorine compounds. A chlorine monitor in leach basement initiated an alarm to evacuate building. While evacuating one employee was exposed to chlorine fumes which resulted in transporting employee to nearest medical facility for observation.

May 20, 2021 WV · Coal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor OTHER
Panther Creek Mining LLC · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee had a Heart Attack sitting at the desk.

May 18, 2021 CO · Coal belt foreman, maintenance foreman, maintenance supervisor OTHER
Colowyo Coal Company L P · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee began to feel ill a few hours after reporting to work. EE was evaluated by an EMT. EE was taken to the hospital for further treatment. Later that day EE was diagnosed as having had a stroke. EE was released to full duty 5/19/21.

May 11, 2021 OR · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer OTHER
Tide Creek Aggregates LLC · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

At approximately 11:45 am miner was found deceased outside of oil room from a heart attack.

May 6, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman OTHER
TEXAS FRAC, LLC · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee ate flavored sunflower seeds that another employee offered EE. The employee has a food allergy, and eating the sunflowers caused EE to have a reaction which caused EE to become light headed and itchy. The employee didn't remember the ride to the hospital so we are reporting the loss of consciousness, since it happened while EE was at the mine site.

May 3, 2021 CO · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman OTHER
Colowyo Coal Company L P · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee reported feeling ill to the lead person, an EMT. The EMT evaluated EE and diagnosed a potential heart attack. 911 was called and the mine's emergency team removed the ill employee from the haul truck EE was operating. EE was later diagnosed at the hospital with a heart attack.

May 13, 2021 SC · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Customer truck driver mashed EE's right ring finger in the tailgate of EE's dump truck

May 25, 2021 AK · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Fairbanks Gold Mining Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Case began as a first-aid only case on 05/25 and was modified to reportable injury on 07/07. Laborer using a vice grip clamp attached to the liner to help guide the liner. The employee tugged on the liner and the clamp came loose. The employee lost their footing and fell backward on the slope. The employee braced themselves with their right hand and received a strain to the wrist.

May 18, 2021 KY · Metal/Non-Metal truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
Carmeuse Lime and Stone Inc · Struck against a moving object

Employee reported that EE injured neck when EE was jostled inside the haul truck while being loaded.

May 14, 2021 PA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Naceville Materials JV · Fall from ladders

Left foot slipped off ladder, tried to get a better grip and fell backwards causing employee to bruise the right elbow