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February 20, 2026 PA · Metal/Non-Metal dry screening plant operator, screen house operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee suffered laceration to left little finger performing screen change that required 1 suture.

September 15, 2025 PA · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee suffered muscle strain to right shoulder moving innate object.

September 9, 2025 PA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee suffered fracture and laceration of finger closing dump gate.

August 5, 2024 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

EE was unrolling a roll of conveyor belting to splice onto an existing belt. While doing so EE felt something pop in right thumb. MRI showed tear in ligament. EE will have this repaired on 08/16/2024.

June 27, 2024 PA · Metal/Non-Metal scalper-screen operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by falling object

While handling a slide, EE dropped it on EE's right foot, fracturing EE's fourth and fifth toe.

January 17, 2024 PA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck against stationary object

EE was pulling on a slide under a silo when it broke free and caused EE to hit thumb on a piece of angle iron.

January 15, 2022 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE had been working on the dryer kiln and noticed a pain in EE's right wrist at the end of shift. EE was evaluated by a doctor and placed on a temporary 10 pound lifting restriction. EE was unsure of an exact activity that caused the incident.

December 18, 2021 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by falling object

EE was making repairs under a fuel truck when dirt fell into right eye creating a corneal abrasion requiring a prescription antibiotic after removal with a cotton tipped applicator.

October 16, 2020 WI · Metal/Non-Metal utility man, shift tech, service/dump truck operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

PRESHIFT INSPECTION ON EXCAVATOR, THE STEP CAME OFF FRAME WHILE CLIMBING ONTO EXCAVATOR. EE CAUGHT SELF WITH THE HAND RAIL USING THEIR ARM.

September 3, 2020 PA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was removing piece of jammed metal from elevator. As the piece of metal was jarred loose, the tip of EE's thumb was pinched between the piece of metal and the elevator casing. EE required stitches thus constituting MSHA reportability.

March 11, 2020 WI · Metal/Non-Metal dryer operator, kiln operator, dry plant operator, fluid operator, bed dryer operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by flying object

EE was conducting change over duties and had dust get in EE's eyes. EE was wearing safety glasses. EE had embedded material removed from EE's eye and was given prescription eye drops, thus constituting MSHA reportability.

October 17, 2019 WI · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A mechanic cut finger while changing belt splice. EE was holding the back of the clip with the other hand to apply pressure to the back of the clip, the bolt came free and contacted EE's right middle finger resulting in a laceration, requiring 4 stitches.

October 25, 2018 PA · Metal/Non-Metal utility man, shift tech, service/dump truck operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was unplugging equipment and got fingers stuck resulting in 5 stitches.

August 3, 2017 WI · Metal/Non-Metal master electrician HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

8/3/17 Electrician pulling new wires for a baghouse and had left shoulder muscle strain. 8/4/17 employee received post urinalysis testing. 8/7/17 employee was seen by the doctor and released. 8/9/17 Urinalysis results came back and employee return to work. 9/25/17 received physical therapy which resulted in the reportable injury.

November 21, 2016 MO · Metal/Non-Metal blaster, shooter, shotfirer, explosive worker, powder gang/monkey HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

While getting ready to start loading the blast, employee went to pull the hose from the truck. EE felt a sharp pain in groin area on right side.

December 19, 2015 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

Employee helping to replace split riding ring on Kiln, employee was rolling the kiln drum manually with the drive belts, once it passed the ridge where the new section was added it rolled without effort surprisingly catching the employees glove pulling his hand into and thru the sheave.

September 12, 2014 PA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck against stationary object

Employee was cleaning off his equipment when he contacted a sharp metal edge which caused a cut to his right arm.

August 5, 2014 MO · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck against stationary object

The employee was opening the blend chute of E finished product bin and struck his right hand on the front of an adjacent chute. The cut to the right hand required four sutures.

June 5, 2014 WI · Metal/Non-Metal blaster, shooter, shotfirer, explosive worker, powder gang/monkey HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Liquid sodium silicate was splashed into left eye of employee. Medical providers concluded that no burning, scarring, or permanent damage resulted from this incident.

May 16, 2014 WI · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Small foreign particle stuck to cornea of right eye

January 27, 2014 WI · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A mill worker received dust/debris in both eyes when overloads were tripped on a circuit breaker inside the MS11 conveyor panel. The mine believes this incident did not and does not require reporting pursuant to 30 CFR 50.20.

November 2, 2013 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

The employee was installing a metal plate on the jaw crusher. While attempting to install a bolt, the plate shifted pinching the employee's finger between the plate and bolt head. The resulting wound required sutures. There is no lost time associated with this injury.

October 30, 2013 WI · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was sitting in a benefits meeting when he felt an irritation in his eye. Sent to doctor, foreign body removed, prescription antibiotic given

October 11, 2013 PA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was unloading railcar when debris entered his eye.

September 9, 2013 PA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee lowered his welding hood which caused debris to fall behind his safety glasses which entered his left eye.

August 14, 2013 WI · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee pinched finger between roller bearing and floor

November 26, 2012 WI · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by flying object

Employee got dust in their eye. The eye was flushed at the plant and the employee was brought to a medical professional, where he was prescribed an antibiotic eye drop as a precautionary measure. PPE was being utilized.

October 22, 2012 PA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was installing a guard when he pinched his finger under it fracturing the tip of his finger.

September 25, 2012 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was working in the maintenance shop rebuilding a crusher. While completing this task, the miner strained his lower back.

April 25, 2012 PA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was moving a piece of metal off a belt,when he picked it up he cut his left thumb-getting three stitches

August 14, 2011 PA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was lifting a piece of equipment and was struck in the face by the rigging.

July 28, 2011 PA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck against stationary object

Employee was rolling an 20 inches metal tire toward an truck to be loaded when a sharp metal burr caused by pressing the tire onto rim cut his left finger. Employee received three stitches in his left ring finger.

October 1, 2010 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee Strained Shoulder while lowering an air impact wrench to a lower level. Incident became reportable after doctor prescribed Physical Therapy.

May 13, 2010 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee and co-worker were moving a piece of sheet metal. The co-worker released his end prior to the employee releasing the end that he held. The employee's right middle finger was pinched between the ground and the piece of metal. X-ray shows fracture of the distal tip of finger.

September 29, 2008 WI · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was adjusting load on forks of fork truck and metal shifted causing laceration on finger

August 15, 2008 MO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

The employee strained his back while working on a D-8 Dozer. Employee reported the injury and is continuing to work as a mechanic. This incident became reportable when the employee began physical therapy on September 30, 2008.

July 31, 2008 PA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee was changing a bearing on a fan. Tha bearing guard became unbalaced and fell striking the employee on the right wrist. Two sutures (Staples) were required

December 28, 2007 WI · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was vibrating concrete. When employee removed equipment, it was stuck and he pulled hard injuring his back.

October 5, 2007 WI · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

The employee allegedly felt a strain in his arm while removing a rock from the haul road. This incident became a reportable injury when he when he was placed on restricted duty 10/24/07. DCN: 220080170034-E-doc-560436-missing time on 12/4/07

August 5, 2007 WI · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was changing a 3.5'X5.5"X1/4" perforated screen. While making final adjustments, the employee allowed his finger to fall into a pinch point, and pinched the tip of his left pinky finger, causing a laceration that required stitches.

December 5, 2006 PA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee cut his finger on metal requiring two stitches.

September 3, 2006 PA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The EE was removing an elevator bucket on a stone elevator. The bucket slipped out of his hands and hit his finger against the lower bucket. The EE did require three stitches.

June 5, 2006 PA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was turning down a roll tire at the lathe. Cut left hand while removing shavings. PPE was used.

December 19, 2005 MO · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee alleges moving a space heater and straining his lower back on 12/19/05. EE continued to work and recently sought medical attention.

July 22, 2005 PA · Metal/Non-Metal pumper HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was cleaning out a chute during a system clean down, the employee reached into a chute to remove material inside the chute and his glove caught the rotating equipment pulling it to a pinch point. The distance of the employee's reach was 12-18 inches. This is not a standard procedure for the clean down.

July 21, 2005 PA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was setting a new chute section on a screen tower. The chute was rigged to the crane line with a single choker hitch. As the chute was being lowered through a floor opening it got hung up on a flange. Employee tried to straighten the piece and it swung and crushed his left bicep up against the structure.

July 18, 2005 PA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee was holding a piece of steel up to be bolted. When the connection could not be made, employee dopped the piece on the ground. A piece of channel attached to the dropped beam struck employee in the back of the leg. The leg was bruised and scraped. X-rays showed a hairline fracture of the tibia, left leg.

February 23, 2005 MO · Metal/Non-Metal dryer operator, kiln operator, dry plant operator, fluid operator, bed dryer operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee alleges injuried back shoveling rock. He stated felt pain after 10-15 shovels of rock. The Ee at work 35 minutes & this was first labor onshift. The Ee stated, he has a bad back, he was treat & released at Hosp. ER & sched to see Orthopaedic Spec & MRI. Diagnosis states has 5 bulging disk & that Phy. Therapy and anti-inflam drugs are Rx, followed by doctor visit

December 22, 2004 WI · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Specialty Granules LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was putting the upper office side tailpulley guard back in place when she felt pain in her lower back. She began losing time on January 3, 2005.

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