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May 21, 2012 MO · Metal/Non-Metal blaster, shooter, shotfirer, explosive worker, powder gang/monkey HANDLING OF MATERIALS
ART Quarry TRS LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

As stated by miner, shoulder discomfort has occurred to both shoulders, over a reported period of 10 years. Issue began gradual, but with worsening discomfort, over the last six years. This is the first time miner/powderman has officially sought diagnosis/treatment for reported issues. States after loading production holes for explosive detonation, shoulder hurts at end of day!

October 12, 2011 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
ART Quarry TRS LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

M-5 Maint. Mechanic/miner was raising over-head garage doors to open shop. In process, miner felt pain along right "Ribcage" area. Miner thought he'd "Pulled" a muscle. Did not seek immediate treatment. Treated on 10/14/11.

October 8, 2007 MO · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
ART Quarry TRS LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Miner was positioning wooden blocks and sliding them (blocks), under the primary shell housing of the crusher. Miner had been working with other personnel, but decided to slide/spot the wooden block himself, straining his left shoulder. Miner did not seek immediate treatment, until mid-day (next date) 10/09/07 @ noon.

October 2, 2007 MO · Metal/Non-Metal blaster, shooter, shotfirer, explosive worker, powder gang/monkey HANDLING OF MATERIALS
ART Quarry TRS LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Miner was moving long sections of (approx. 21') steel piping from/between trailer and storage area. Miner thought this was how he was injured ? Miner had been instructed to wait for assisstance to arrive, but proceeded to move material on own. Accident/injury not reported until late Monday, Oct. 8th. Rolla Field office called, as well as (800) 746-1553.

June 6, 2007 MO · Metal/Non-Metal master electrician HANDLING OF MATERIALS
ART Quarry TRS LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Miner (Chief Electrician) was perfoming work on a conveyor (Weigh) belt, adding a load cell unit, when metal piece shifted slightly, causing an approx. 1" length laceration to the miner's index finger. Miner was transported to medical facility, where physician cleaned wound and applied (5) sutures. Miner released to full duty.

July 15, 2005 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
ART Quarry TRS LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Miner, part of team changing Bull-ring at mill, strained his stomach muscle, R. side. Miner did not report accident immediately, thought pain would subside. Mngt. to reveiw and work to improve JSA. Accident report date 7/18/05, medical restrictions applied. Light duty. Will follow with Sec "D".

October 15, 2003 MO · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
ART Quarry TRS LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

MAKING STEPS WITH ROCKS AND STATES HE PUSHED A ROCK WITH THE BOTTOM OF HIS FOOT & HIS KNEE GAVE OUT. STRAIN TO LEFT KNEE.

August 22, 2001 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Carthage Crushed Limestone · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

MAINT. WAS REBUILDING TORNADO CRUSHED, WHILE REPLACING THE BREAKER RINGS EMPLOYEE SPRAINED HIS WRIST.

December 20, 2000 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Carthage Crushed Limestone · Struck by falling object

EE WAS CLIMBING A LADDER WHEN A FEED TUBE FEILL & HIT HIM

November 13, 2000 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Carthage Crushed Limestone · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

WALKING UNDER WALKWAY HIT HARDHAT ON BOTTOM OF WALKWAY CAUSING DUST & METAL SHAVINGS TO FALL. PARTICAL FELL INTO EE'S EYE

February 1, 2000 KS · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
AmeriCold Logistics LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

AFTER WORKING ON CRUSHER FELT PAIN IN LOWER BACK.

January 14, 2000 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Carthage Crushed Limestone · Over-exertion in lifting objects

LIFTING. THIS WAS NOT REPORTED UNTIL 2-29-00 AS WORK COMP.

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