All MSHA-reportable accidents at Big River Industries Incorporated operations in 2005. Fatalities appear first.
The employee was removing a lump of clay from a conveyor. The weight of the clay was approx. 15 lbs. As the employee reached to remove the clay from the belt he felt a pull in his right arm (bicep). The employee has a possible torn tendon in the right arm next to the shoulder.
The employee was preparing to trim skirts on a belt conveyor. The employee exposed the blade of the cutter before positioning himself in firm working position. As the employee tried to position himself to complete the work he punctured and lacerated the left wrist.
The employee was preparing to replace a door on the back portion 6X16 Shaker Screen. The employee pulled a muscle on the right side of his back.