Employee was performing routine cleaning of clogged screens in the dry plant due to wet sand buildup. While inspecting for a blockage, the employee opened the diverter access door. Accumulated hot sand was released from the chute area and contacted the employee, resulting in burns requiring medical treatment.
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March 23, 2026
TX · Metal/Non-Metal
laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Arepet Industries, LLC · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Arepet Industries, LLC · Fall from ladders
The contract plumber was attempting to install a section of pipe. The plumber was on their company provided ladder, when it appeared to collapse causing the plumber to fall and fracture their left leg.
October 28, 2022
TX · Metal/Non-Metal
warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Arepet Industries, LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects
The EE was shoveling sand under the wet conveyor belt and felt a pain to lower back. The EE was placed on restriction for the injury.
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