During a pipe breaking operation by the float crew on the #5 Matrix line near the #8 Lift Pump, the Leaderman was struck by a pipe and suffered fatal injuries. The investigation of the accident by MSHA and the company is ongoing. Autopsy results are also pending.
The victim was operating an excavator near a canal when the excavator tipped on its side and went in the water. The victim was able to get out of the cab and transported to a hospital where he died at 5:45 p.m.
During the removal of a sheave from a pump assembly, using a block of wood as a protective buffer while applying force with a sledgehammer. EE A was holding the block of wood against the sheave while EE B struck the block with the sledgehammer. During one of the swings, EE A attempted to reposition the block of wood, & the finger was pinched/smashed between the wood and the sheave.
EE reported feeling a popping sensation in left wrist while using a pipe wrench. EE reported some tenderness in outer part of left wrist. No swelling or deformity noted.
EE reports via phone that while working to replace the dump cables on the #3 dragline, when beating them out of their sockets and missed the swing. EE reports that this missed swing caused the movement to snatch the EE left's shoulder. EE reports left shoulder pain with movement.
EE reports walking to open valve to fill water tank, when right foot slipped on slippery ground causing right knee to twist while trying to maintain balance and not fall. EE describes right knee pain that prevents normal movement and prevents ability to work.
EE was exiting the truck to clean windows and mirror on R side of truck and when EE stepped on the lowest step the step gave way and the EE fell hitting back and bottom on the ground and head on the bottom front tire. EE seen at ER w/no restrictions. On 12/15/25 EE had lingering complications. On 12/17/25 diagnosed w/fracture of L shoulder, not able to RTW until reevaluation.
Fell into a washout pipe while connecting it, with a dislocation of left shoulder
EE reports that EE was walking in the mine area and stepped on a spot that moved under EE's foot causing foot to twist. EE reports pain in foot and unable to walk due to pain. EE states that EE has recent problem with foot, but that the current pain is much worse.
EE reports low back pain that began while working on a pump this morning. EE describes middle of the back pain that is keeping EE from being able to move or bend in any direction. EE states unable to work with the pain. EE reports previous low back problems that normally resolve with prescriptions and rest.
EE reports pulling on a wrench and experiencing a pop in the right-side chest muscle. EE states pain with movement of arm. On physical exam there is a tender lump in the muscle.
EE while in the process of removing debris/sticks from sleeve of pump, EE tripped over a plate that is part of the sled and fell backwards into a washout landing on left side. EE reports neck, shoulder, mid & lower back pain with stiffness. EE reports previous back injury.
EE reports walking between truck and dragline and turning right ankle by stepping on uneven ground. EE states that EE reported it immediately and had applied ice to the area without relief. EE was brought to the clinic by supervisor. EE unable to walk normally due to pain and swelling to inside and outside of ankle.
EE was aligning strap with suction flex when left thumb got caught and crushed between the strap and suction flex as it was being lifted.
EE reports getting off the #3 dragline on the off-cab shoe ladder. When stepping off ladder left ankle rolled. EE unable to bear weight and had notable swelling in ankle. EE was sent to ER for evaluation by supervisor.
EE reports a popping sensation & a sharp pain in right side after slipping in mud & nearly falling. EE denies fall explaining that it took effort to catch balance. EE completed shift & reported to the Clinic by phone on 7/14/25. Follow-up call on 7/15/25 morning = no improvement. EE reports that the pain has not improved with rest & states unable to do much because of the pain.
EE's right hand was caught between the belts & the sheave while in the process of changing drive belts on final product pump. EE had to roll sheave in the opposite direction to remove the stuck hand. EE visited Clinic for after-hours treatment & returned to Clinic on 7/14/25, had decreased grip strength, swelling to thumb, ring & little finger. Hand was obviously painful to move.
EE stated that while in the process of backing the haul truck to empty it into the #2 pit, the rear of the haul truck entered the pit causing the cab of the unit to overturn on the passenger's side. EE was able to self-extricate from the haul truck. EE was observed by co-workers to have a laceration on head and swollen right shoulder area. EE reported pain in both areas.
EE called Clinic to report neck strain that occurred while pulling hose, prevented return to work the next morning. EE reports stiffness in neck that prevents turning of head left or right. EE was instructed to visit the Clinic for evaluation by company MD. EE evaluated and referred to clinic for evaluation and treatment.
Nutrien Employee was in the process of loading a mines power cable PLM head into the reel of the reel loader. The cable snagged, causing NE to drop the PLM head. The head fell onto NE's right ring finger pinching it against the reel.
EE began experiencing pain in right shoulder while working on the control cards on the #5 dragline. EE states the repetitive movement & the work to get the cards in and out of the slots caused the problem with the shoulder as the work was difficult & repetitive. EE states decreased range of motion due to pain. Denies previous problems with shoulder & is unable to work due to this.
EE Reports left shoulder pain from excessive vibration and movement in the heavy equipment that has become worse since. EE reports pain with decreased range of motion in the left shoulder.
EE reportedly stepped into a small hole of missing grating causing a twisting fall to the decking floor. EE landed flat on back. EE found by ERT standing holding onto desk for support in control room. EE stated back pain that prevents normal walking. EE refused ambulance transport but did request transport to ER for evaluation.
EE reported left wrist pain from grabbing handrail during a near slip and fall. EE states that the area is very wet and slippery. EE describes popping sensation in left wrist at time of incident, and states that the pain has increased since the incident.
EE reported left knee pain after working in the dragline tub replacing tub paper. EE states that the knee was hurting too bad to straighten all the way and that it hurts too much to bear weight on it. Upon presentation in clinic, there was notable swelling to the front of the left knee.
EE was taking apart a lube line and twisted wrist. After a few minutes EE reported pain in wrist and was checked out by EMT on shift.
EE called and reported left knee pain while getting on and off a D8 Bulldozer. EE states that the incident happened on Friday night and that the pain has increased since becoming bad enough that it prevented EE from being able to work Sunday & Monday night.
EE states stepped down into the mud on the way to the pit car. EE states that left foot went into mud and boot became stuck. EE states left ankle and left knee twisted and has pain in both. States hurts too bad to work on it. Denies previous injury or problem with left foot or knee. Left ankle with notable swelling on examination.
EE reported pop sensation in lower back during climb into boom truck. EE states left shop and drove to work area before realizing that low back was too painful to allow standing up straight.
EE reports packing #9 lift on the #2/4 matrix line closing the matrix bleed-off valve to release the line back into operation when low back pain was experienced. EE reported the injury the next morning by calling as the EE was unable to get dressed to return to work. EE requested off-site evaluation and was sent to Company Care for evaluation and treatment.
EE reports discovering that right foot was swollen and painful after work the day before. Reports slipping on catwalk while working on pit pumps at 5-pit at about 13:30pm on 12/22/24. The EE only noticed the injury upon arriving home after work.
Employee reports feeling discomfort in right knee after getting down from truck.
EE called Clinic on 11/18/2024 to report getting a blister from new work boots on 11/14/2024. EE missed work on 11/15/2024 and went to personal doctor. PMD treating wound for infection and provided prescription antibiotics. Followed-up with PMD and received instructions to remain off work and follow-up with podiatrist.
EE reports something pop in right heel followed by pain with a burning sensation while in the process of climbing onto a dozer in the process of completing pre-shift inspection.
EE reports feeling a popping sensation in the right knee upon stepping down from bulldozer in the process of hooking up a cable to the pit pump. EE presents to Clinic with notable antalgic gait. EE unable to fully straighten leg due to pain. EE states remote history of injury to same knee.
EE reports right knee pain after twisting into position getting in the CAT 980-wheel loader. EE reports that the knee has not improved with ibuprofen and ice and there is additional swelling.
EE was working from the bed of a truck and hopped down to the ground. EE experienced pain in right knee with swelling. EE states that the pain is increased with pressure and motion. Restrictions were given that cannot be accommodated. EE is off work until further notice.
EE was driving a Company vehicle that was leading another to a job site and stopped in the road to look at a deer. EE driving the second vehicle didn't see that the front vehicle stopped and struck the back of the stopped vehicle. EE reports stiffness in upper back.
EE was the front seat passenger in the Com veh leading another to a job site when the driver of this veh stopped to look at a deer. EE driving the 2nd veh struck the back of the 1st veh despite stopping. EE reports neck & back pain. EE also reports history of previous back problems. Restrictions were given that cannot be accommodated. EE is off work until further notice.
EE states pulling a cable yesterday and experienced discomfort in right shoulder that has become worse throughout the day. States that the pain in shoulder is causing decreased range of motion, numbness and tingling in the fingers of the right hand. Restrictions were given that cannot be accommodated, off work until further notice.
Field tech knelt down on D6 dozer track looking for coolant leak and felt a pop in EE's (L) knee. EE stood up and had slight discomfort. Tech contacted immediate supervisor to notify them. EE continued to work but discomfort became worse and swelling began. Tech contacted work partners and was advised to ice knee and stay off of it.
EE states while lifting a bucket cap & pin, felt a sharp/stab pain in mid back & immediately dropped the bucket cap. Felt pain throughout the day but did not report as work related & was going to PMD on 7/8/24. On 7/9/24 EE reported the back injury as work related & was referred to Company Care. Restrictions were given that cannot be accommodated, off work until further notice.
Employee reports right knee popped while pulling on a rope with a twisting motion of body. EE was referred to Company Care for Evaluation. Restrictions were given that cannot be accommodated. EE is off work until further notice.
EE states was in the process of kneeling down on left knee while working on dragline shoe and knee popped. EE reported to on-site clinic with pain and swelling behind knee. EE was seen by orthopedic institute on 5/31, given restrictions which cannot be accommodated. EE will be out of work until further notice.
After checking temperatures on #3 D/L EE was walking to maintenance truck, EE stepped on uneven ground & rolled left ankle, felt a pop and fell. EE received treatment at ER and follow up evaluation with orthopedic appt. EE is off work until further notice. EE failed to report incident at the time of injury.
Employee EE Reported to Clinic on 04/02/2024 that they stepped into a hole and started having lower leg pain. EE was given first aid and OTC medication for pain and returned to work. Next day EE was referred to Co Care due to still having pain. Restrictions were given that could not be accommodated and EE is off work until further notice.
Employee-EE, first reported to Clinic on 04/02/2024 that on 03/25/2024 they felt something in left eye and has had pain and irritation since. On eval. on 04/02/2024, nothing was visualized and EE was referred to ER for evaluation and treated for eye irritation with prescription eye drops. EE was able to return to duty with no restrictions or lost time to report.
Employee (EE) reported to the Clinic on 03/21/2024, states while stepping down backwards they missed the step and fell back on to their left hand and reported left wrist pain. EE was referred to Company Care for Evaluation. Restrictions were given that cannot be accommodated. EE is off work until further notice.
Employee (EE) reported to the Clinic on 03/12/2024 and stated that while attempting to loosen a bolt with a ratchet, while pulling handle towards their body, they felt lower back pain. EE was referred to Company Care. Restrictions were given that cannot be accommodated. EE is off work until further notice.
EE, reported to Clinic on 01/30/2024. Employee-EE reports that after fueling a piece of heavy equipment on 01/30/2024 EE noticed pain in right shoulder and down to right elbow. EE was referred to Co. Care for eval. Restrictions were given by APRN, that could not be accommodated. EE is off work until further notice.
Employee EE, reported to Clinic on 01/16/24. EE reported right shoulder pain after climbing on and off crane on 01/15/24. EE was referred to Co. Care for eval. Restrictions were given by APRN, that could not be accommodated on EE is off work until further notice.
On 12/29/23 Employee was using a pry bar to open a door on a pit pump. The pry bar slipped and struck the EE in the face causing a partial thickness facial laceration. EE was treated at the onsite clinic and returned to work, with no restrictions or lost time to report.
On 11/17/23 while taking fitting off a hydraulic power ram, as it came off, the fitting flew off striking EE on the face in upper left eye area, along with hydraulic fluid, just above safety glasses. EE reported to clinic with pain, swelling, and 3 small lacerations to area above left eye. EE was referred to LCMC for evaluation and treatment. EE is off work until further notice.
On 09/27/2023 Employee-EE stated they pinched their right hand between a wrench and a cylinder and reported swelling and pain in the area. EE was referred to Co. Care for eval. and treatment. EE has returned to work with restrictions until further notice.
EE reported incident to Clinic on 09/19/23. EE did not report incident prior to reporting to Clinic. EE reports while walking a flag marker wire penetrated their lower left leg. EE developed a wound and felt ill with chills. EE was referred to Co. Care for eval, then was sent to LCMC for eval and is currently being treated there for Cellulitis. EE is off work until further notice.
On 9/11/2023 EE felt a pop in right forearm after throwing a dolly block in a man-basket in bucket truck. On 09/26 EE reported to clinic they had no pain just swelling and tightness in area. EE was referred to The Orthopedic Institute for eval. On 10/06 EE was seen by Ortho. On 10/09 we received the Ortho report EE has restrictions that cannot be accommodated and is now off work.
EE reported incident to Clinic on 09/06/23. EE was exiting dozer and the door swung shut striking EE in the mouth. Impact from door broke a portion of top right front tooth. EE was referred to dental for tooth evaluation and possible repair. EE was able to return to shift and does not have any lost time to report.
EE slipped, but did not fall, while walking in work area. On 08/28/23 EE reported injury and soreness in leg to Clinic. EE was referred to a healthcare facility for eval. and treatment. EE has restrictions that cannot be accommodated. EE is off work until further notice.
EE was using motorized hose real on service truck. EE released button and real continued. EE grabbed hose to avoid being hit by hose. While grabbing hose it pulled on EE's left shoulder causing pain. EMT evaluated shoulder and determined no mobility in left arm with increase in pain with attempted movement. EE reports previous rotator cuff tear and surgical repair in same shoulder.
EE was using a pry bar to turn the pump assembly for alignment when the bar slipped and struck the employee on the nose. The impact caused a laceration to the left side of the nose. EE went to a clinic for evaluation and treatment.
EE had pain in lower back after standing & twisting from bent over position while handing off hose to blow down parts on dragline. EE had worse pain sitting & much worse pain when standing from seated position & denies pain or numbness in lower extremities. EE was referred to Co Care for treatment.
EE reports standing on and then slipping off an old hanger plate in SCM laydown yard. EE was attempting to locate parts. Slipping caused a fall to ground during which employee's right arm struck the hanger plate. EE reported incident to Supv. 6/11/23, reported to Clinic 6/12/23. Employee was sent to Company Care and placed out of work.
EE reports back pain after standing up straight from a bent over position. EE requested over the counter meds on 4/20 but no other care was given. Clinic was notified on 4/24 that EE is off work due to back pain. EE was sent to Urgent Care and given restrictions the area cannot accommodate; EE is off work until further notice.
EE reports that right eye began to feel itchy while operating an enclosed cab bulldozer in cooling pond area. EE was worse after rubbing it, washed eye out and noted swelling. EE reports to clinic denies pain or foreign body, EE states eye feels strange. EE sent to an eye clinic and treated for possible allergic reaction with steroid eye drop.
EE experienced low back pain after spending several hours moving power cable in muddy ground conditions. EE reported to clinic and sent to an occupational medicine facility for evaluation and treatment. EE's restrictions cannot be accommodated. EE is out of work effective 2/15/23.
EE reports right shoulder pain after an incident on 1/17. EE rapidly exited equipment during a noted ammonia event. EE did not report to work on 2/2/23 due to pain. EE was sent to company care on 2/3/23 and given restrictions which cannot be accommodated. EE is out of work effective 2/3/23.
EE was removing a front knuckle assembly from pickup truck. When pulling on front knuckle, EE lost grip causing left thumb to get caught between the knuckle & part of truck. EE was referred to company care and treated for pain in forearm, abrasion/pain in thumb. EE placed on modified duty.
EE was using a pry bar to take swing brake off swing motor. When EE applied pressure to bar EE experienced pain under right pectoral muscle, initially filed as report only. Employee contacted Clinic 12/15/22 requesting evaluation & treatment due to on-going pain stating unable to breathe normally or sleep normally due to pain. EE went to LCMC-ED for treatment. No restrictions.
EE was operating a D8 bulldozer on pebble pile and backed off a drop-off of the pile. EE states: jarred neck & has tightness & soreness on right side of neck. Initially report only but presented to clinic via phone having increased pain from neck down to leg. EE was given restrictions and placed on modified duty.
Crew was in process of replacing dump cables at #2 Dragline. Employee was cutting U-bolt that holds the end of cable to the spool, when cable was cut free employee was in the line of fire & struck in hard hat & right side of face causing facial fracture, 2 chipped teeth and mild concussion.
Employee was climbing on equipment & experienced a pulling sensation in left upper arm. EE reported to clinic, follow up visits with on-site Dr, EE continued to work with no restrictions. MRI on 12/15 confirmed distal bicep tear. Surgery scheduled for 1/4/23. LDW 12/21/22
EE was installing a packing in WBC matrix pump. EE was turning shaft to tighten impeller against the packing sleeve, using a 48"" pipe wrench to turn impeller shaft. Shaft became difficult to turn but was not fully seated against packing. When EE pulled with force, EE felt pain in right elbow. EE was sent to company care and will be out of work, follow up appointment scheduled.
EE was working washer area to tear down a pump. As moving EE stepped in a drainage ditch and experienced pain in left lower back. EE was referred to company care and given restrictions which could not be accommodated.
EE was working with supervisor, EE bent over to lift the end of suction hose and experienced low back pain. EE reports having back pain prior to incident.
EE was stepping down from cab onto blade arm of bulldozer & slipped in mud that had fallen on blade arm from underside of track. EE stated: slipped despite using 3-point contact while stepping down. EE said busted shin & hurt shoulder. Upon arrival at work 9/29, EE reported incident to supervisor, who sent EE to the Clinic. Sent for eval. and placed out of work.
While walking dragline, EE was utilizing tractor to pull cable. Employee was descending off tractor while still on ladder, EE's left knee buckled. EE noticed slight discomfort but had good mobility. When EE awoke next morning EE's knee was swollen & had moderate pain. EE was sent for evaluation on 9/27 & placed off work. EE had previous injury to knee
EE was pushing product from holding bin bypass discharge up to top of rock pile when dozer fell in open draw hole while turning the corner with full blade of product. EE reported to clinic 9/29 with back & wrist pain, follow up visits with onsite Dr. EE sent to neck surgeon on 12/15, physical therapy was prescribed for neck pain.
Employees were tying in a pipe on #4 Dragline area attempting to get bolts in pipe. Co-worker was using 1 5/8 wrench to tap the bolt in when injured employee placed a hand in the way causing wrench to contact left hand. EE transferred to Medical, appt scheduled with Ortho institute on 8/9/22. Possible crush injury to left hand.
Employee reported discomfort in right shoulder on 9/13/22. EE states right shoulder continued to bother EE since incident occurred 6/25. EE was referred to Ortho for additional evaluation. EE continued to work with no restrictions. EE had surgery on 1/27/23.
Employee was in process of pulling instrument cable that was buried in the dirt when EE experienced a popping sensation in right shoulder. Employee developed increased pain in the right bicep. Employee has been placed out of work and will be evaluated by Orthopedic Institute.
Employee was working on #4 matrix line changing out section of pipe. EE felt aches & pain in lower back & left leg while working. Symptoms continued through the night. EE was sent to the onsite clinic and Company Care on 6/8/22. EE is off work due to restrictions which cannot be accommodated.
Shift began on 2/3 at 6 pm. Employee was looping a chain under a shaft on bolt head in an attempt to roll the shaft to remove bolts. While holding the hoist control in right hand & holding the chain in left hand EE hoisted up & chain slipped off bolt head & struck EE on left index finger cutting it open. EE was sent to LCMC for evaluation, wound cleaned & bandaged.
EE was walking from pit car and stepped into a hole. EE stated EE did not hurt just wanted to report the incident. The following day EE did not report to work. EE was sent to Company Care for an evaluation. EE is off work due to restrictions which cannot be accommodated. Similar incident occurred 10/18/21.
EE was pulling a loaded dolly in the west tunnel & it fell over striking them in the area of left upper leg/hip. EE presented to the clinic with a limp favoring the left leg. No bruising or swelling noted. EE was sent offsite for evaluation, EE was modified duty for the remainder of shift. EE's regular schedule had them scheduled off duty the next 7 days, released to full duty.
Employee reports was attempting to move a water cannon and experienced a sharp pain and pop in the right shoulder. Reports that the pain in the shoulder is a steady pain and has a buzzing sensation in the right hand. This is the same shoulder that was previously injured and may be a re-injury. EE was placed out of work 11/2/21, EE has a dr. appt. on 11/3/21.
Employee was walking in the area of the traveling water screens and the grating fell through the support causing employee's right foot to go into the resulting hole. Employee states that employee's left leg kept employee from falling all the way into the hole. Right ankle discomfort and placed out of work.
EE reports EE was walking in tunnel & stepped on uneven area & noticed lower back pain, later noticed right foot pain. EE went to emergency room, while there EE contacted EE's supervisor to report injury from previous shift who instructed EE to call clinic and report injury. EE off work due to restrictions which cannot be accommodated, seated tasks only.
Employee was assisting in the loading of 18,000 lb gearbox onto a trailer bed when EE's thumb was pinched between the swinging equipment and the side of the trailer.
Employee was using a pry bar to remove a stump that was stuck in a pump when EE's finger became pinched between pry bar and a solid metal surface. Right ring finger has small bruise under the fingernail with slight abnormal bend to fingertip. EE was sent off-site for evaluation, x-ray was negative. Diagnosis was crush injury to tip of right ring finger, placed on modified duty.
Employee was changing out agitator paddles, one fell & struck EE in the back of right hand. EE's hand was in midair, not on any surface. EE noticed mild pain at the time & noticed severe pain, swelling & decreased ability to move fingers at about 0300 on 9/3/21. EE was seen at onsite clinic and referred to ortho. Restricted use, no work. Right hand in rigid splint.
Employee was tasked with replacing belts on a pump. As EE was turning the pump sheave with a pipe wrench, the momentum of sheave caused the employee's finger to get pinched between the pipe wrench handle & a belt guard mounting bracket. EE was seen by onsite EMT & sent to LCMC where x-rays showed a fracture in tip of finger. EE will have surgery on 6/23/21.
Two Maint. employees were in the process of removing a wedge from drag cable socket at #3 D/L with the use of hydraulic ram. When employees began to apply pressure to the ram, a coupling on hydraulic cylinder failed & struck one employee in left forearm. Employee was transported to Medical Center for evaluation, EE had surgery and was placed out of work.
EE was clearing debris from hydraulic ditch with potato rake. EE was pulling up on rake, it got hung up and EE felt shoulder pop, felt a sharp pain and cannot move it past a certain point. EE went to an emergency room, referred to an Ortho clinic on 3/18. EE has not returned to work.
EE was changing out primary flume screens at washer, EE felt a slight discomfort in right knee. EE was initially seen by EMT and reported to SC clinic on 1/21. Ortho evaluation on 1/27 possible torn meniscus. EE will have MRI and be out of work until further notice.
Employee states repetitive use injury severe low back pain. No specific incident at this time. Referred to Orthopedic Institute. EE placed on restricted duty and placed out of work beginning 10/28/20.
Employee worked numerous consecutive days and started having some pain in left hip. Could not identify a particular event that caused the pain. EE was placed on restricted duty and put out of work beginning 10/30/20.
Employee was pulling water hose, nozzle came off causing EE to lose balance. EE fell landing on right side, felt pain in right shoulder after trying to catch themselves with right arm. EE was seen by EMT. They reported to clinic on 9/21 unable to raise arm, sent to orthopedic center and placed out of work.
EE was walking down stairs toward East & West bins when EE got to the last two steps EE fell rolling EE's left ankle.
HEO operating D10 bulldozer on mill rock pile. Suspended air seat had leaked down. While backing tractor, felt abrupt jarring of back as EE traveled over change of elevation. EE reported to clinic on 4/20/20, treated on site, later had x-rays & MRI. Referral visit to Ortho 5/8/20 with restrictions placed out of work.
EE was going down stairs on w side of Float Plant after shift relief. EE made turn from 1st flight of stairs down to 2nd flight, EE slipped & both feet went over edge of top step. EE was able to hold on to handrail to prevent falling but bumped right shin in process. EE did not report incident immediately because it did not hurt at the time. EE will be off work effective 3/25
Employee was cleaning out the log washer discharge chute with a cleaning rod while it was in operation. The rodding tool impacted a washer flight and started being pulled into the machine. This caused the employees left thumb to be pinched between the handrail on the secondary flume level and the rod.
Employee was en route to EE's job at the time of the vehicle accident. The cause of death was a medical cardiac event.
Employee was pulling themselves up onto platform & experienced a loud pop in left shoulder. EE cannot raise arm above shoulder height. EE was referred to The Orthopedic Institute and placed on modified duty beginning 2/12/20.
Employee was clearing area and got a tree on the track of bulldozer, when EE got out of cab to get tree off EE slipped off cleat on the track and experienced pain in right knee. EE's pain increased throughout the night. EE able to ambulate, but states that it is sore. EE reported to clinic 2/3/20, EE had surgery on 8/21/20.
Employee was adjusting belts on de-oiler pump under float plant. Employee felt a slight burning in right eye, washed the eye at eye wash station but continued to feel a particle in the eye. Employee was taken to NFEC a piece of metal was removed from the eye. Employee was given a prescription medication.
While positioning a 24"" HDPE Stub End in the fusing machine the stub end fell/slipped backwards causing Employee's hand to be caught between the stub end and fusion machine bracket resulting in the injury. Employee was unaware of hand position, employee was wearing hand protection.
HEO was assisting a Ut.Op remove stump from suction of #4 pit pump. A 10' rod used to force debris from end of vertical section of pipe. They placed rod in suction inspection door & on stump, rod slipped off stump & dropped. Finger was pinched between flange of inspection door & handle of rod. HEO was taken to clinic then to hospital, staff cleaned wound & prescribed antibiotics.
Employee broke for lunch and deviated from the JSA compliant travel path. The path chosen by the employee had slip, trip fall hazards. EE as a result slipped and fell and struck the back of head on the concrete surface. EE blacked out temporarily and as a result was transported for medical evaluation which determined that employee had a mild concussion.
EE was working on a cable truck & upon stepping up onto the truck experienced a popping sensation in back of right lower leg. EE states it hurts to walk and feels EE does not have normal strength. EE reported incident to supv. 9/23 & sent to clinic. EE was seen by co. physician on 9/26/19 and placed on modified work.
EE states while working on 09/21 pulling & prying heavy objects EE noticed left shoulder was sore, employee continued to work through shift. On 09/22 EE noticed shoulder continued to be sore. While attempting to lift heavy objects on 09/23 EE experienced increasing pain in left shoulder. EE went to onsite clinic for OTC med. On 9/26 MD placed EE on modified work due to soreness.
Pulling power line with company truck, line became twisted. EE stepped over line to untwist it, power line recoiled & struck EE in right foot area causing them to fall on right shoulder. Shoulder dislocated, EE corrected dislocation. Treatment by EMT-minor pain, medical dept 8/12, co. dr ordered MRI. Results pending until ortho dr. appt on 9/11. Ordered PT & issued restrictions.
Employee was lowering motor in place onto mounting bolts, left hand middle finger got caught between bolt and motor. Coworkers raised motor off.
EE was stepping off of steps onto sled, left foot slipped causing them to land on their bottom. EE states that their back & left hip hurts and feels as though this fall has made a pre-existing back injury worse(that they continues to receive treatment for) EE was seen by company doctor June 20 and placed on restricted duty until seen by their physician on June 28.
Employees were attempting to close a pneumatic knife gate valve that was stuck in open position, using 2 hydraulic jacks to apply pressure on either side of valve shaft. While pressure was applied, 4 bolts at base of actuator failed causing the actuator to strike one employee on lower right side of abdomen. The employee was transported to clinic & taken to local medical facility.
Employee was walking along #5 Matrix line on uneven ground when left foot rolled under weight fracturing tibia and fibula above left ankle. Onsite emergency personnel responded to the scene and dispatched EMS to transport the employee to a local medical facility.
Employee was working in field rolling cable up onto barge, right foot got caught in piece of rope which caused them to fall forward. EE's left knee struck a piece of angle iron that is welded on barge. The impact with angle iron caused laceration just below left knee cap. Employee received three sutures.
Employee slipped in mud and twisted back while working on belts at A on west raw feed pump. Later EE dismounted dewatering barge, when EE stepped down ankle twisted and back pain increased.
Employee was pulling and relocating dragline cable and experienced pain in right side of EE's back. Employee was placed on restricted duty beginning May 18, 2018.
Employee was going upstairs to measure raw bins, foot slipped on stairway which resulted in employee falling onto right leg just below the knee.
Employee transporting 2 cylinder carts on forklift, removed first cart to push to staging area and 2nd remaining cart tipped over forwards and struck employee's right leg approx. 6-8"" above the ankle resulting in a break.
Area was wet, muddy and material in area was sticky.
EE was walking under the washer and right foot caught in grating causing ee to fall. EE struck right back against concrete pedestal base as ee fell. EE was treated at onsite clinic & returned to work. On 2/18 EE had back pain and went to ER for treatment. EE was given pain meds and instructed to return to work on 2/21 (two days off).
Employee was walking beside the conveyor in the west tunnel when ee slipped on ice landing on ee right side.
Employee had pain in right knee after dismounting bulldozer #2572. Employee reported to on-site clinic for examination. Employee returned the following day for follow-up visit and was referred to off-site clinic for treatment. Employee was placed on modified work.
While operating bulldozer employee noticed pain on the left side of their neck. The stiffness progressed overnight.
EE was standing on top step of lift pump, stepped backwards, foot slipped EE fell on right buttocks. No complaints, over time had discomfort, on 9/5 EE was seen in clinic & later seen by co. dr. EE had prior back problem, referred to specialist no restrictions that would limit duties. F/up visit w/specialist on 1/26/18 condition had not improved, EE was placed on modified duty.
Employee was working in the #4 dragline tub changing the tub paper, while crawling in the area EE's legs got wet from standing water, grease and oil.
Employee stated that during a power outage ee was trying to close a gate that normally opens and closes with an electric gate opener. Gate was switched to manual setting, in process of closing the gate the employee strained left shoulder.
Employee alleges that while driving into work on the plant entrance road the vehicle they were driving was struck from behind while sitting stationary causing injuries that required ambulance transport to the hospital. Reason for late filing of 7000-1, Mine Operator was unaware plant entrance road (location of incident)was in the mine jurisdiction.
Employee was using cutting torch to cut a hole in a piece of steel plate when some slag blew back striking side shield and running into left eye.
Employee was descending stairs and stepped on short step and left ankle rolled causing employee to fall to knees. Employee was placed on restricted duty on 2/17/2017.
Employee was climbing into back of truck to retrieve shovel and fell backwards onto the ground landing on employee's left elbow. Employee did not have pain initially but soreness increased, continued to perform regular job. The need for rotator cuff repair was diagnosed and employee had left shoulder surgery on 4/27/17.
Right hand discomfort. Employee states ee was operating a manual valve on tails line & felt pain in right hand. EE later adjusted packing on pump & felt pain again. Employee was diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome on 12/7/16 and placed on modified duty.
Employee stated they were opening a window in the office at SRM Mobile Shop and while lifting the window they felt a slight pain in the right shoulder. Employee was seen by an off-site physician on 10/10/17 and was placed on modified work.
Employee was pulling boards at #28 spillway when employee noticed some discomfort in employee's left middle finger, employee had ongoing problem and surgery was performed on 6/20/17 for trigger finger due to repetitive work.
Employee was washing up under raw bins and some liquid splashed onto legs. The next night EE noticed redness to both legs. Employee reported to the clinic on 6/30/16 to report skin irritation to both legs.
Working with float gang, employee was holding a spud on the head side of the bolt while attempting to replace a 45 degree fitting at #2 lift on the short north tailings line. Employee's finger tip was caught when the spud turned causing an avulsion to left middle finger.
Employee was attempting to trim a plastic tab on hard hat halo attachment using a pocket knife when the knife slipped and caused a laceration to left thumb below the first joint.
Employee diagnosed with right carpal tunnel syndrome.
Employee was standing near 10-wheeler boom truck about 12-15"" from hoist cables at #2 D/L. Two other employees were using a 8 lb. sledge hammer and RR maul to drive wedge out of hoist socket. A piece of metal sheared from the maul and traveled approx. 12-15"" striking employee in back of right calf.
Employee reports that for a month has been having bilateral shoulder pain. Employee states that the discomfort is worse when about to get off shift, employee operates a pit car. When employee sleeps and wakes right arm feels numb. No specific injury.
Employee was preparing to put lock on lock box, he went to turn and walk off and felt a twist in his right knee. Employee returned to company clinic on 4/21/16 with complaint of right knee pain from 2015 incident. Employee being referred for evaluation.
Float Crew was changing out a 7' long 20"" exp. joint on matrix pump. Bolt holes were not lining up on flanges. Float Crew Leaderman(FCL) used a lifting strap as choker around exp. joint. FCL tightened down on strap & signaled operator to hoist up. As operator started hoisting, the strap broke. FCL left hand was still on strap causing it to suddenly shift.
Employee was installing transmitters at the #5 tailings circuit booster when he became overheated and began to feel ill.
Employee operates a large dragline that utilizes a joystick for control and began noticing pain and numbness in his hand. Referred to a doctor 10/7/14 diagnosis is rupture tendon left hand.
Employee had been working on a different dragline. He was using joystick in cab of dragline and having intermittent numbness in tips of fingers. Employee returned to company clinic on 4/21/16 with complaint of CTS symptoms of right hand pain (notification in July 2014). Employee being referred for evaluation.
Employee was walking carrying bucket & felt sharp pain in right shoulder. He set bucket down and had difficulty picking it back up due to pain. MRI on 06-06-14 revealed torn rotator cuff.
3 employees setting up an ACI to burn pile, needed help from excavator to extend the last 3'of burner pipe. Excavator operator while clearing path to ACI grabbed a small stack of limb debris in his way and pushed it into the pile. 4"" by 6' long limb sprung out of pile striking employee on the ground 25' away. Breaking forearm (Ulna) and c1 vertebra.
Employee was installing a bearing cap in a drag line. The bearing cap was being tapped into place when the 70# bolt dropped down and struck the employees hand resulting in an avulsion. This required 10 stitches to employees left hand.
Sandblast hose came on for a second, grit impacted face, caused abrasion and impacted left eye.
Operator was attempting to lean seat forward in pit car. On his first attempt the seat would not adjust. The operator leaned forward to apply more pressure and moved his left hand to the front of the seat with his fingers curled up under the seat. When the seat released the operator's left middle finger was pinched between the seat frame and the adjustment bar.
On 7/28 while trying to extinguish a fire on excavator, employee slipped on track of machine while reaching for handrail striking left shin on tracks. Incident was reported as report only incident. On 8/5(0700)employee presented to site clinic with unresolved leg pain & swelling from incident. The injured employee was evaluated & released to work with sedentary restrictions.
Remove flex hose from across pipe, IE tossed hose felt pain L shoulder to clinic 7/30 OTC meds.IE treat by co dr 7/31 w/ OTC meds.9/12 IE refer to ortho dr,9/19 dr report no functional IE limit had 0 complaint for months.3/6/14 IE request dr chg,delay appt-w/c adj had difficulty contact IE.5/19 IE saw ortho dr,placed on MW(10#lifting)IE returned to MW on next sch work day,5/23.
Employee was in the process of climbing up onto a dewatering barge in the No. 4 area. While doing so he felt a pop in his left hand, employee felt no immediate pain but approx. 10 minutes later his hand started to hurt. He was treated at company clinic. On 7/12/13 employee was referred to orthopedic institute and placed on light duty.
Employee had been using an impact wrench removing bolts. While picking up bolts after finishing the job he experienced discomfort to his left wrist and forearm. Employee's discomfort remained unresolved and was then referred to an orthopedic institute on Monday, June 24 for evaluation and was placed on modified work with no use of left wrist.
Employee developed bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome as a result of years of vibratory tool use. Employee received diagnosis from personal medical doctor both wrists on March 21, left wrist worse. On March 25 employee had a non-work related ganglion cyst removed and also had left CT released without employer knowledge. Employee returned to work on May 6, 2013.
Employee was ascending stairs when left knee gave way causing employee to collapse onto the stairs.
Employee stated he was weak, cold and clammy. He had been working outside and was exposed to the heat and had suffered from stomach virus the previous night.
Employee worked 6 pm - 6am on Monday, June 25. When he got home after working his shift, Tuesday, June 26 he noticed a rash on his hands. He is not sure what caused it. He reported the incident when he returned to work on his regular schedule Friday, June 29.
Employee was dismounting D8 bulldozer when his foot slipped from bulldozer blade rail causing him to spin around hyper extending his right elbow under his body weight. He reported the incident and was able to return to work. He reported to work on 7/2 complaining of pain with restricted range of motion.
Employee was walking across shop floor and felt a pop in his right knee followed by a buckling of the right knee and the employee was unable to bear weight on his right leg.
Employee hit his left thumb with small sledge hit as he was driving a bull pin in a plate dog installing steel panels inside a tank. suffered a laceration and fractured left thumb tip. laceration required sutures to close wound
Employee was closing bottom door on railcar using bar, while pushing on bar, it slipped out of the hole on door closing mechanism. Employee felt sharp pain in right side of lower back.
Heavy equipment operator was driving excavator to top of ""muck"" pile (muddy organic material remaining after deforestation of a swamp). The excavator's tracks unearthed a 15' oak log approximately 10"" in diameter causing it to enter the cab of the machine through the lower front windshield. The operator received a fractured left ankle.
Repetitive motion, employee with significant time spent working with his hands.
Mob. Mech. was dragging fuel hose between tractors when he noticed a burning in the back of his right shoulder running down his tricep. He was seen by co. dr. on 1/12/10 stating he was getting better. Returned to co. dr. 9/15/10 & referred for ortho consult. He saw ortho dr. on 10/4 & was prescribed PT.
Mob. Mech. was replacing alternator on D-10 tractor. Access is through a hole in floorboard of cab. He was reaching through the hole to install alternator when he felt pain in his L shoulder. He completed job & contacted Foreman re: incident. He was seen by co. dr. on 9/24 & referred for ortho consult. He saw ortho dr. on 9/30 & was prescribed PT & given a 20 lb. lifting rest.
Employee was attempting to start a 4"" pump using a pull rope, the battery was dead. When he pulled the rope it recoiled & the handle snatched out of his hand. He was treated w/ice & non-prescription pain meds at the clinic, returned to work. He worked a normal schedule until he was seen by co dr on 10/1 & referred for an x-ray, which revealed a fracture R ring finger.
Emp. was changing out transmission filters on D-10. Emp. had to mount rear of tractor to complete job. As he was dismounting, he stated that the underlying rock/buildup shifted. At this time he experienced pain in his R knee. Emp was evaluated by an ortho surgeon on 10/29/09 and placed on restricted duty pending surgery.
General Foreman went to the #5 lift pump at the #4 matrix line to perform a key procedure audit. Three mechanics were performing a PM on the pump. As GF walked around the front of pump sled, he stepped into a hole that was covered with mud. The sudden step into hole caused his left ankle to turn, resulting in torn ligaments.
Employee stated that while he was mopping the floor inside the house at #3 dragline, he felt discomfort in his lower back.
Emp was moving a 3""X7' shaft (approx. 180 lbs). Later he noticed tenderness in his lower abdomen. He went to the clinic the next AM, evaluated by the nurse & given OTC meds. On 4/23 he was seen by the co. dr. The PM of 4/23, worker returned to the clinic with extreme pain & was referred to a 2nd dr., which he saw on 4/28. He was then placed on modified duty pending surgical eval.
The injured employee was in the process of cleaning clays & debris from the dragline bucket with a pneumatic chipping gun. He was working at approx. chest height & was applying pressure to the chipping gun using a twisting motion of his upper body with his arms extended. As he applied pressure and twisted his upper body, he felt a pain in his right lower back area.
Employee was applying light oil to the dollie rollers on #5 dragline. He was using an oil can with an approx. 18"" spout. He was standing on the shoe and leaning over to reach the rollers while the dragline was swinging. He then fell between the dragline shoe and tub, fracturing his pelvis.
Employee was walking in a stooped position inside the dragline tub and hit his hardhat on the walk gear. He was wearing the hardhat. He felt stiffness in his neck. The employee reported to the Clinic on 7/7/08 complaining of neck pain and was referred to a physician.
Employee was drilling holes in a metal substation housing, some overhead. He was wearing safety glasses. At 4:30 PM he felt irritation in his left eye & he washed his eye with water and went home. The next morning he reported the incident to his foreman & was seen by the company doctor. He was referred to an Optometrist and a small piece of metal was removed from his eye.
EE was removing a cross member under a pickup truck that was on a lift approx. 6.5' off the floor. The cross member has 4 bolts on frame and 2 in middle. EE removed the fourth frame bolt, the cross member fell to the floor, the center bolts were broken. The cross member struck EE on back of right leg as he jumped out of the way.
Employee was repairing access ladder on #4 pit pump. The pump sled was covered w/uneven dirt/buildup, the dirt shifted and he felt a slight pain in his L knee. Reported to clinic on 5/1 w/discomfort in his L knee & received first aid treatment. On 8/20 he returned to clinic c/o continued discomfort. Referred to Dr. and on 9/12 was given restrictions and referred to ortho surg.
Employee was cutting a 600 - 800 pound piece of steel off of the center pin assembly of the #1 dragline tub. The steel was supported by a chain attached to a boom truck. When the steel was cut free, it shifted, striking the employee.
Employee & co-worker were welding flanges on pipes. Employee notice eye irritation after appr. 10 hrs. Irritation got progressively worse until he returned to work on 1/27 and received treatment from the company nurse. Prescription medication was administered.
Employee experienced hearing loss above 25dB in the left ear. The hearing loss was detected during the annual audiometric testing and confirmed by a second audiometric test.
Employee, Mechanic with 31 years experience, was fabing 'A' frame for de-watering barge. While using overhead shop hoist to move frame out of shop, chain on hoist slipped causing frame to move. Employee lost his balance causing him to fall to shop floor. Employee landed on right elbow which caused a fracture of the right humerus.
A fire was reported in Section 23. It was determined that the fire was started by lightening and was contained by pushing a dozer line around the fire. Company security was notified in order to monitor the area to prevent further spread of fire.
A fire was reported in the old #3 mining area near the eagle's nest in section 22. This is recombustion of the muck fire that was first reported on 5-16-07.
Today at 12:55 PM a fire was reported in the old #3 mining area near the eagle's nest in section 22. This is a re-combustion of the muck fire that was first reported on 5-16-07.
Around 12:00PM, PCS emp. was driving in mine area and spotted smoke in a muck pile. He notified supv. & dozer oper. who responded. Fire was possibly started by hot ash from nearby wildfire or recent lightning strike. No personnel or equipment were endangered. Fire was isolated & extinguished at time. No smoke was noted the morning of 5/18/07.
Employee experienced hearing loss above 25 dB in the left ear. The hearing loss was detected during the annual audiometric testing and confirmed by a second audiometric test.
Employee was lifting buckets of bolts from the back of a truck. The employee did not notice any discomfort that day, but during the night she began to experience pain in her left shoulder. The next day she told her supervisor of the pain in her shoulder. On 2/8/07 she was evaluated by the company physician and was ordered restricted duty.
Employee, Heavy Equipment Trainee with 7 months experience, stepped over a piece of 20"" matrix pipe and the ground gave way twisting his right leg. He reported discomfort in his right knee to his supervisor and saw the company doctor on 1/25/07. He worked without restriction until he was placed on restricted duty by the company doctor on 3/21/07 for subjective pain.
Employee was removing the bottom bolts in 20"" matrix fitting (all other bolts had been removed). A 980 loader was holding the pipe. Employee was using impact wrench w/his R hand, L hand was supporting imp. wrench. As he removed a bottom bolt, it sheared, & another bolt pulled through the bolt hole. Pipe fell on employee's hand pinning his L thumb between the impact wrench & pipe.
On 3/30/06 employee reported a gradual worsening pain in his right hand. On 6/2/06 employee was evaluated by an orthopedic physician and diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome in the right hand.
Employee was replacing a damaged hyraulic line on a D8R tractor. Employee had to lie on his stomach to access the connection of the line. He then had to reach as far as possible to get his wrench on the bolt heads. As he went to loosen the bolts, his wrench slipped off the bolt causing a sudden jerk, straining his neck. Employee recently began physical therapy for treatment.
Employee was pushing rock into a draw hole on the rock pile using tractor. As he approached the edge of the hole, he misjudged the distance to the edge, which resulted in the hole collapsing causing the tractor to fall into the hole. The impact at the bottom of the hole caused employee to strike cab support with left shoulder.
Employee reported to his Superintendent that he had struck the side of his right hand against the window frame of the dozer as he was turning in his seat. He did not seek immediate medical attention. He was later evaluated by the Company Nurse and further by the Company physician, who ordered an X-ray which revealed a fracture at the base of the right fifth metacarpal.
Employee was walking up a sand incline leaving a pumping station when his right foot slipped and he fell forward as his right leg shot outward. He experienced tenderness in his right knee and thigh. The company physician referred the employee to an orthopedic physician. Outpatient surgery was performed to repair the injured knee.
Employee was changing out 8"" pipe on south side of Washer, requiring climbing and pulling on cables in pipe rack. He later felt discomfort in lower back. As a result from an Orthopedic consult, physical therapy was ordered for treatment.
Injured employee was preparing to fuel an excavator. He placed the fuel nozzle on the catwalk by the excavator and then climbed up onto the catwalk. Once on the catwalk he lost his balance and jumped/fell 4-5 feet to the ground. An x-ray taken on 8/18 revealed a cracked bone. Employee was then placed on light duty status.