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December 13, 2013 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Lifetime of heavy labor resulting in a hernia.

October 14, 2013 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by falling object

employee cleaning tools & materials off bed of maint truck. Emp bent over to pick up choker off ground, had hand resting on edge of storage box and lid fell on his left hand, causing a fracture of the 3rd metacarpal of left hand.

March 11, 2013 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by falling object

while removing bolts from the belly pan it fell; causing blunt trauma to pinky and ring fingers.

September 29, 2011 FL · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

employee was injured replacing the liner in a small trash can in the Electrical Dept's lunchroom. As he was tearing a new bag from the roll, his right index finger contacted a large piece of glass sitting on an adjacent desktop. The employee was transported to our clinic where 8 stitches were provided to treat the laceration

September 21, 2011 FL · Metal/Non-Metal hand loader, hand trammer HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Small space that mechanic was working in limited visibility and was only able to rely on touch/feel.

January 13, 2011 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

MS EMPLOYEES WERE MOVING CRIBBING AT THE CF HARDEE BUCKET YARD. EE'S WERE WORKING TOGETHER, STACKING CRIBBING ON A FORKLIFT. WHILE STACKING THE CRIBBING, INJURED EE GOT THE PINKY AND RING FINGER ON HIS LEFT HAND CAUGHT IN A PINCH POINT.

June 25, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A mechanic was using a cutting torch to split a 20 pipe for a wear band. He cut thru the pipe & stored energy in the pipe caused it to spring open striking his left ring finger was struck by pipe. He was evaluated by facility Nurse & sent to local clinic for x-ray, which confirmed a fracture. His finger was set & splinted. He was released to return to work with restrictions.

June 22, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

While attempting to turn disconnect switch off; plastic casing came off release handle causing hand to slip.

March 20, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was stepping over a matrix pipe line carrying a small aluminum ladder. Employee stated that he felt a pain in his lower back. A subsequent examination and evaluation by a physcian resulted in the diagnosis of a muscle strain. Employee was allowed to return to work on modified duty with work limitations pending full recovery.

July 1, 2009 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was attempting to empty a trash drum when he heard a popping sound in his right elbow. The initial doctor evaluation reccomended immobalization of arm until further testing. A subsequent examination by orthopedic specialist revealed a damaged right bicep muscle.

February 18, 2009 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

While installing a mechanical gearbox in the Benification Plant, employee's left index finger was pinched between the gearbox and an adjacent handrail.

February 18, 2009 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was lining up a trunion pin on a dragline bucket and his right pinky finger was caught in a pinch point.

October 29, 2008 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

While replacing rubber coated material screens, employee struck his left index finger. The subsequent x-ray revealed a fracture.

September 20, 2008 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Unsecured metal pipe being moved by payloader.

July 29, 2008 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by rolling or sliding object

Metal Pipe was not secured properly allowing it to roll over top of left foot.

January 25, 2008 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Mud on draw bar pin, making it difficult to remove.

January 15, 2008 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Cylinder not in secured position.**Employee replacing hydraulic cylinder on Pan.**

November 8, 2007 FL · Metal/Non-Metal assayer, geologist, metallurgist, engineer, engineer management HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

EE stepped in hole/fell/grabbed pick-up truck tailgate/lacerated left ring finger tip.

May 23, 2007 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was picking up power cable to move and slide over pipe when cable slipped pinning right hand between the pipe and hot stick. Contusion to top of r/hand. Treated & released to full duty w/MMI @ 0% PPI & dscharged from care. No meds prescribed. One time visit, first aid status. Conduct a JSA and retrain for the task as necessary to prevent reoccurrence.

December 28, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal outside foreman, leadman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

While removing a 20" blind from between two flanges on a pipeline, the bucket on the PC 400 excavator struck employee on his left middle finger and smashed it between the bucket and the pipe.

November 27, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal assayer, geologist, metallurgist, engineer, engineer management HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee was cleaning out a pickup truck when he struck his elbow on the bed toolbox.

August 8, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee had opened several valves during work tasks on 8-8-06. On 8-9-06 his left shoulder was hurting. Employeee did not report a work related injury until 10-3-06. On 10-25-06 a Doctor stated his injured shoulder may may be work related.

June 14, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was installing a 1/4 inch steel plate into a log discharge chute when he felt a sharp pain in his lower back.

June 9, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee was attempting to un-choke a secondary log using a piece of galvanized pipe when he struck his right middle finger on the edge of the overflow chute.

May 25, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by falling object

Employee was removing a wedged shackle from a fairlead when the shackle loosened which allowed the fairlead cable to strike him.

January 18, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was placing a trommel screen into a lifting box when the screen dropped and smashed his finger between two screens.

November 26, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

LATCH HOLDING FUEL HOSE CAME LOOSE

August 15, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was working on a flange when his right ring finger was smashed between the flange and work table.

August 2, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was operating a small boat when it became stuck in the mud. While trying to free the boat by pushing with a plow he strained his right shoulder.

December 29, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by flying object

Employee was working in the Sizing section of the plant.

December 27, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by flying object

Employee was repairing a hydraulic leak when a foregin material entered his left eye.

December 1, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was helping lift a heavy flex when he felt a sharp pain between his shoulder blades.

November 24, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

Employee was checking tension on a pull rope with his open palm when the rope snapped.

April 14, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

Installing muffler on equipment (pan) lacerated knuckle on right hand.

December 22, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS PULLING MAST PINS ON THE 862 DRAGLINE, WHEN THE FIRST PIN VAME OUT, THE LINK THAT IT WAS IN SHIFTED AND PUSHED THE PIN TO THE SIDE TRAPPING HIS HAND BETWEEN THE PIN AND A HANDRAIL .

November 25, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by falling object

EMPLOYEE WAS FUELING MOBILE EQUIPMENT WHEN A FOREIGN OBJECT ENTERED HIS RIGHT EYE.

October 13, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EE WAS BENDING OVER TO PICK UP MATERIALS WHEN HE FELT A STRIN IN HIS LOWER BACK.

August 5, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE WAS FABRICATING AN ALUMINUM SLIDE GATE BOX FOR THE PEBBLE BIN. WHEN EE ATTEMPTED TO REPOSITION THE BOX, WHICH WAS RESTING ON METAL SAW HORSES, THE BOX SLIPPED AND PINCHED HIS FINGER BETWEEN THE BOX AND SAW HORSE.

May 8, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

MECHANIC WAS USING RATCHET WITH A PIPE TO LOOSEN MOTOR MOUNT BOLTS. SOCKET SLIPPED OFF BOLT CAUSING MECHANIC TO CUT HIS FINGER.

December 12, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EMPLOYEE WAS HOLDING A MOTOR BASE BOLT WITH HIS HAND AS THE MOTOR WAS BEING LOWERED INTO PLACE, THE EMPLOYEE'S HAND WAS CAUGHT BETWEEN THE BOLT AND THE MOTOR BASE. EMPLOYEE'S HAND WAS PLACED I N A PINCH POINT.

October 22, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EMPLOYEE WAS ADJUSTING A VALVE POSITIONER WHEN THE ACTUATER ARM MOVED AND PINNED HIS HAND AGAINST THE PLATE.

October 3, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal truck driver HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS HELPING TO REMOVE BLADE FROM TRACTOR-HIT SHIN ON BLADE SCRAPING SKIN OFF SHIN TO FOOT-POSSIBLE HAIRLINE FRACTURE ON RIGHT FOOT BONE.

September 3, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

EE WAS MOVING A 4-0 POWER CABLE BY HAND WHEN HE FELT A PAIN IN HIS LOWER BACK.

March 20, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by falling object

TAKING BELLY PAN OFF SCRAPER, WHEN HE TOOK LAST BLT OUT, BELLY PN FELL ON HIS RIGHT ARM.

January 2, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS RESOCKETING A DRAG CABLE WHEN THE END OF THE CABLE WHIPPED OVER AND STRUCK HIM ON THE RT.FOOT.

April 4, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS PLACING A PIECE OF CRIBBING UNDER AN OUTRIGGER WHEN HE SMASHED HIS RIGHT RING FINGER BETWEEN THE CRIBBING AND THE OUTRIGGER.

January 9, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal mine manager, mine foreman, mine owner HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS IN THE PROCESS OF CONNECTING TWO 100' JOINTS OF 24" PIPE. ONE JOINT WAS LYING ON THE GROUND WITH ONE END CRIBBED WITH A WOODEN BLOCK. THE OTHER JOINT WAS BEING MOVED INTO PLACE WITH A L OADER WHEN IT STRUCK THE FLANGE OF THE ONE ON THE GROUND. THIS CAUSED IT TO SLIDE ONTO THE EE'S FOOT.

August 25, 2000 FL · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by falling object

EMPLOYEE WAS PLACING BOLTS INTO A PIPE FLANGE. WHEN HE HIT ONE OF HTE BOLTS WITH HIS HAND HIS RIGHT HAND HIT THE PIPE FLANGE AND KNOCKED OFF THE FINGRNAIL ON HIS PINKY FINGER.

July 26, 2000 FL · Metal/Non-Metal continuous miner operator, coal mole operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EMPLOYEE WAS CONNECTING TWO 20" FLEXIBLE PIPES WHEN THE ONE BEING GUIDED BY A SYNTHETIC SLING SLIPPED ON THE SLING AND STRUCK HIS RIGHT KNEE.

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