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273,193
Of which fatal
1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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February 20, 2026 WI · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Source Energy Services Proppants LP · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Maintenance Employee got their right index finger caught between a roller they were attempting to put in position and the drive gear for the roller.

July 21, 2023 WI · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Sand Products, WI, LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Injured employee was disassembling a gear box when the injured employee pinched a finger between the housing and bolt causing a puncture to the finger. Right hand - fifth digit.

June 20, 2023 WI · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Sand Products, WI, LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee stated was reaching for tool when EE pinched finger between aerial lift and stationary framework.

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