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2000–2026
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May 22, 2023 UT · Metal/Non-Metal crusher attendant/operator, pan feeder operator/worker HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Ames Construction Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

A crusher hand with approximately 3 months of experience broke two fingers while performing routine maintenance on crusher apron. EE was able to return to work the following day

April 17, 2023 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Ames Construction, Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

RAM employee was in a feed chute relining it. EE was standing on a belt that was on a slight incline with dust and gravel, they tried to keep it clear but every liner removed would dump dust. While lifting a 80lb liner into place EE's left foot slipped putting strain on EE's left knee.

January 11, 2008 UT · Metal/Non-Metal outside foreman, leadman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Ames Construction Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Supervisor of crusher crew suffered a laceration to his left hand while unloading a conveyor belt from the back of a pick up truck. The laceration required 30 stitches to his hand.

May 15, 2006 UT · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Ames Construction Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A rock was stuck between a conveyor pulley and the frame of the conveyor, as the employee removed the rock, the rock slipped and smashed left fifth finger.

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