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273,095
Of which fatal
1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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May 14, 2025 IL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS
Thelen Sand & Gravel, Inc. · Struck by falling object

Two employees had set a beater return roller on a lower frame part of the stacker frame of the conveyor; the roller slipped out from the frame and came into contact with injured employee's index finger.

July 27, 2017 IL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS
Thelen Sand & Gravel, Inc. · Struck by falling object

Angle iron removed during maintenance, stored on end, fell over, striking employee.

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