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Every injury and fatality MSHA has on file. Filter by state, year, sector, classification, experience, or any keyword from the investigator's narrative.

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273,193
Of which fatal
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Years on record
2000–2026
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Scoped to Ben L Rechter
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January 14, 2014 OH · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Arch Materials LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A screen panel was being replaced in a triple-deck screen by two mechanics. One mechanic was working inside the screen loosening the fasteners with a battery impact and ratchet wrench. While ratcheting, the mechanic felt and heard a pop in his right shoulder. A medical evaluation revealed a strained/sprained tendon, and the mechanic was placed on restricted duty for healing.

January 19, 2009 OH · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Arch Materials LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Miner was working underground around station 45+00 (return slope), removing pics with saddle bar and 4 lb hammer, from ATM 105 mining equipment. Miner missed bar and hit left thumb with hammer.

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