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Setting a transmission in a 777 - boom kicked out, extended boom so it would work then transmission started to swing and while trying to keep boom from swinging with right hand felt pain in right shoulder - strain to shoulder.
Employee pulled a muscle in his back while lifting his hood during pre shift inspection. Note: Filing solely to meet deadline regulations. Incident is under investigation.
Employee was investigating a truck fuel leak when his left knee contacted the turbo causing a burn. Employee did not report incident until 08/25/2014 and refused medical attention. Because of no medical attention or restricted duty, it was considered a non-reportable. Employee requested medical attention on 09/04/2014 and was taken to the doctor on 09/05/2014.
Welder was working on tracks for a D10 dozer when a seal blew out of track pin and oil struck welder in the face
Miner was removing a sensor above his head when he felt a pain in his neck
Parts runner was attempting to remove parts from bed of pickup and strained his shoulder.
Mechanic was replacing hydraulic pump on bulk truck, pump slid off of pto shaft striking employee on right forearm requiring 6 stitches.
Victim felt a pain in his left shoulder while dropping miner cable. He was taken to a local ER where he received an X-ray and was released. He hasn't returned to work as of 5-3-13.
Employee was changing fuel filters on 980C End loader when diesel fuel splashed into his eye.
Employee was helping remove a hydraulic cylinder from a storage rack and as he reached to remove a block of wood from in front of the cylinder, the cylinder shifted & slid on the forks of the forklift and struck him behind the left knee causing laceration & bruising.
Employee attempted to lift a piece of metal that was obstructing his path to his tool box. In doing so, he strained his back and finished his shift. He continued to work for the next couple of days before deciding to seek medical treatment and is under care of his family physician and anticipates returning to work within the next few days.
A piece of metal slid against victims right ankle, fracturing his lower leg, just above his ankle. He was treated and released at a local hospital and is scheduled for surgery in the near future and is expected to make a full recovery.
Mechanic was removing the wheel cover from a loader when the cover slipped contacting the middle and ring fingers on his right hand and causing a laceration requiring 6 stitches on his middle finger.
Employee received a cut to his right hand from a nylon rope hanger while dropping the miner cable. Stitching was required.
Mechanic replaced valve hoses of lifting jacks on rock truck. Lifting jacks on rock truck not completely filled with oil and released truck bed when the mechanic attempted to lower it.
While setting up the wet hole trailer, I lifted a crib block & threw it under the trailer.
Miner pulling cable across beltline when end piece cathead caught on belt. When end piece release it struck him in the face causing bruising, fracture on nose and laceration requiring two staples.
Foreman was attempting to move track beam (uninstalled) from roadway. Track slid into another track beam and caught his index finger between the two beams. Received four stitches from pinch.
Roof Bolter was trying to pull a bent roof bolt from the roof when it suddenly came loose and contacted his mouth. He was taken to the hospital, recieved three stitches and returned to work.
Mechanic was installing a new heater hose on a Cat D9R dozer. While moving the hose through a tight spot he received a laceration on the back of his left hand. He was taken to the hospital where it was glued back together.
While opening the magazine door the top lock stuck EE pushed on the top of the door and bumped the bottom of the door with his left foot at the same time He then felt a pain(burning) in his lower abdomen/groin area and it began to swell The hospital released him back to work and had a checkup appt. on 9/1/11 at which it was determined to be a Hernia requiring surgery to repair
Outside man attempting to hook tow straps on the fork of a fork lift when his right thumb became pinched between the strap and fork causing a pressure tear.
Shuttle Car operator assisting in maintenance on CMMU 001 pinched little finger on right hand while lowering the CMMU 001 cover. Received two stitches and returned to work the following day.
Mechanic moving pins for a loader into storage, picked up a pin (approx 45 lbs) and strained his back while moving. Sought medical attention from family physician.
Operator/Fueler was attempting to put antifreeze into equipment, when he missed the opening for the radiator and the antifreeze splashed on him.
Operator was dismounting and mounting a Volvo articulating truck throughout his scheduled shift. Later in the evening, EE noticed pain in his knee and notified supervisor via text message that evening and sought medical tratment the following day.
Operator was climbing down a ladder on the side of his loader when he felt a strong pull in his leg. Pain continued and operator was transported to the hospital for an examination and Dr. review.
While working as a Greaser, tossed brake drum and something flew into his right eye.
While cleaning up maintenance yard, Injury lifted a piece of metal and felt pain in his groin area. No medical treatment or missed time. It was reported as an incident only. However, it appears that a hernia has resulted in this strain and he just sought medical treatment on 10/3/09.
Employee tripped entering dozer and caught himself by grabbing handrail to keep from falling. He twisted his left arm.