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January 4, 2023 WV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
IMI Fabi LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was exiting the maintenance garage when they slid on wet wood at the bottom of the doorway causing their foot to slip out from under them and right knee buckled. Employee wrapped knee with ace bandage but on 1/6/2023 they sought additional first aid receiving a steroid shot and given restrictions, employee off until next doctor appointment.

May 17, 2022 WV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
IMI Fabi LLC · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was aiding in measuring dust collector bags when a colleague noticed they were unresponsive to questions. Colleague stated they were unresponsive and was ready to fall and grabbed them. Operator hit head and got cut above eye. 911 was called, EE came to and EMS transported to hospital. Appears a seizure occurred due to de-hydration. 3 stiches were given.

February 17, 2021 WV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
IMI Fabi LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Operator was walking to break room when operator slipped on ice and landed on right arm/elbow. Operator requested additional medical attention. Operator was given a shot for pain and a sling to mobilize the arm. Operator to report to DR in 2-3 for evaluation.

January 19, 2021 WV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
IMI Fabi LLC · Struck by flying object

Operator was trying to remove a stuck bolt from a pan grind roller when a splinter of metal chipped off and penetrated the Operators left hand between EE's thumb and pointer finger. Operator had to receive medical attention to remove metal. Local anesthesia and tetanus shot given. No lost time, Operator returned to work.

January 22, 2020 WV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
IMI Fabi LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Operator was engaging a dock level plate when they felt a pulled muscle in their back. Operator left plant to see DR and received a shot for the pain and was told to stay off work for 1 day rest. Operator to return on 1/24/20.

February 19, 2019 WV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
IMI Fabi LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Operator states Operator strained left upper arm while changing a battery for an electric forklift. Interview found Operator provided a false statement on the accident report & did not wear required PPE. Hospital paper work for treatment on 6/19/19 states treatment for left shoulder. Operator received a shot. Claim is suspicious and is under investigation by workers comp.

January 11, 2019 WV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
IMI Fabi LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Operator reported a popping feeling in the left shoulder and bicep while removing plywood from bulk bags. No first aide was required. Since then, operator has had a MRI and received a cortisone shot on 4/29/19. Operator begins PT on 5/1/19 for 4 weeks.

April 30, 2018 WV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator MACHINERY
IMI Fabi LLC · Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

Operator performed an unsafe act by placing left hand in a machine to remove wet material after SS instructed EE not to because the machine was in start up mode. The Operator put hand into the discharge chute & the machine started up and cut EE's left pinky. First aide was given until an ambulance arrived. Operator was referred to plastic surgeon later that afternoon.

April 30, 2018 WV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
IMI Fabi LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Miner reported a pulled muscle working on a RAL. TQM followed up with Miner @4 P.M. to complete incident report. Miner stated ee took aspirin for discomfort, no further first aide was requested. Miner called off on 5/1 and went to Med-Express, received steroid shots and 800 mg of ibuprofen and a DR note not to work on 5/1/18.Miner did not follow procedure for workers comp.

November 30, 2017 WV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator POWERED HAULAGE
IMI Fabi LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Operator was restacking pallets, when operator backed up forklift, operator did not have left foot completely inside the forklift, which became pinned between the forklift and a concrete pillar. Operator was given basic first aid until an ambulance arrived. Operator received one stitch, and is referred to a foot specialist on 12/4/17.

October 23, 2017 WV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
IMI Fabi LLC · Struck by falling object

Operator was exchanging a motor 40lbs. and gear box 50lbs. when they lost grip, lost balance and the item fell and landed on their left hand. Basic first aide was given, employee requested further evaluation. Operator was transported to the hospital at 8:00P.M. Left hand was bandaged. Operator has a fracture and surgery was performed on 10/24/17.

September 14, 2017 WV · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
IMI Fabi LLC · Struck against stationary object

Operator was cleaning the C1 mixer and cut left thumb. Basic first aide was given. Operator requested further medical evaluation. Operator transported to hospital at 5:30PM and received one stitch and a tetanus shot. Operator returned to work at 6:50PM that evening.

December 2, 2016 WV · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
IMI Fabi LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

On 11/14/16, Operator was picking up a bucket of pellets when they heard a pop noise from right shoulder. No first aid was required. In the coming days no improvement was noted. Operator went to Dr and was given a prescription and shot for discomfort. Operator to follow up 2 weeks from 12/2/16.

November 9, 2015 WV · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
IMI Fabi LLC · Fall down stairs

Employee missed a step and fell and when he landed he cut his left thumb on bar grading.

September 22, 2015 WV · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
IMI Fabi LLC · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Contractor was manually moving an automatic gate and pinched/cut left hand and knuckles in the rolling mechanism.

September 8, 2015 WV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
IMI Fabi LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Operator stepped off board, fell and injured knee. No loss time until 9/28/16 when surgery was needed by workers comp.

August 7, 2014 WV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
IMI Fabi LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

on 8/6/14 at 1:30am while trying to pry a loaded pallet back on rollers so it could roll freely down the row, had burning in neck and right shoulder. On 8/7/14 lifting dock plate same burning in neck and right shoulder. Sought medical attention on 8/7/14.

October 14, 2013 WV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
IMI Fabi LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Removing trash from plant to dumpster felt twinge in lower back.

November 4, 2011 WV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
IMI Fabi LLC · Fall from machine

Plant operator injured his left foot while adjusting a pallet on the palletizer roller conveyor. He stepped back from the pallet without looking and stepped off the roller conveyor. Broken bone in left foot.

January 3, 2011 WV · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
IMI Fabi LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was walking through the ore storage building and became distracted by the end loader operation and did not look where he was walking. Tripped and fell over concrete partition.

July 21, 2010 WV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
IMI Fabi LLC · Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

employee was hitting chute with a 2x4 to try to get material to flow and felt his shoulder pop.

June 9, 2009 WV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator OTHER
IMI Fabi LLC · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee observed spillage at a belt conveyor transfer point. Employee twisted his knee as he reached for the emergency stop cord on the plant feed belt conveyor. Employee apparently strained ligaments of right knee. As per doctor report, employee will be able to return to work on 6/15/09.

January 22, 2009 WV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator ALL OTHER OCCUPATIONAL ILLNESSES
IMI Fabi LLC · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was walking from break room on level concrete mill floor when knee gave out for no apparent reason (employee did not trip, slip or fall). Employee complained of pain in his knee and was taken to hospital for evaluation. Instructed by hospital physician to take one shift off work. Workmans Compensation has determined this to be a "Life Event" and not an injury.

October 15, 2007 WV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
IMI Fabi LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The EE was cutting open a super sack of talc to dump out. His knife got caught. His hand slipped dwon onto the knife blade, cutting his left index finger, requiring three stitches.

October 2, 2006 WV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
IMI Fabi LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee was using an 8 ft 2x4 to thumb on a bin to loosen a possible bridge over of material. He was holding the end of the 2x4 in his right hand supporting the middle in his left hand. While striking the side of the bin he felt a pop in his right shoulder.

February 2, 2005 WV · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman POWERED HAULAGE
IMI Fabi LLC · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

THE EMPLOYEE POSITIONED THE HOPPER ON A FORKLIFT ABOVE THE DUMPSTER. HE PUSHED UP ON THE RELEASE WITH HIS RT. HAND. HE TRIED TO ASSIST THE DUMPING ACTION WITH HIS LEFT HAND ON THE HOPPER. THE HOPPER STARTED FORWARD THEN ROLLED BACK MASHING HIS FINGER.

June 20, 2003 WV · Metal/Non-Metal coal sampler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
IMI Fabi LLC · Struck against stationary object

EE WAS WIPING OUT A GLASS BREAKER (SMALL) WITH A PAPER TOWELL USING HIS RIGHT INDEX FINGER AND MIDDLE FINGERS. THE BREAKER BROKE CUTTING THE TOPOF HIS INDEX FINGER BETWEEN THE FIRST JOINT AND KNUCKLE.

May 2, 2003 WV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
IMI Fabi LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS WALKING AROUND A STACK OF PALLETS. HIS FOOT CAUGHT IN A LOOP OF PLASTIC STRAPPING. THIS CAUSED HIS TO STUMBLE.

February 21, 2003 WV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
IMI Fabi LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS TALKING TO A BAGGER OPERATOR IN THE BAGGING WAREHOUSE. HE TURNED TO WALK AWAY AND SLIPPED ON THE WET CEMENT FLOOR, HYPER-EXTENDING HIS RIGHT KNEE.

July 5, 2001 WV · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
IMI Fabi LLC · Struck by falling object

EE WAS SLIDING A WOODEN PALLET DOWN OFF OF TALC STOCKPILE. THE PALLET WAS USED TO ANCHOR A TARP COVERING THE STOCKPILE. WHEN HE LET GO OF THE PALLET SOMETHING CONTACTED THE INSIDE OF HIS LEFT FOREARM CUTTING IT.

April 14, 2000 WV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech NONPOWERED HAULAGE
IMI Fabi LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

WE WERE REMOVING THE HORIZONAL SHAFT ASSYM, FROM THE MILLL ON A WHEELED STEEL CART EE WAS PULLING/GUIDING THE CART WITH HSI RIGHT HAND ON THE SHAFT END. THE ASSYM. SLIPPED OF THE CART, EE'S T WO FIGNERS WERE CUT BY THE SHAFT AT THIS POINT.

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