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273,193
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2000–2026
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October 2, 2023 WI · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Lycon Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Miner was using a Milwaukee utility knife to cut a piece of rubber to use as a gasket for bindicator on classifying tank when the utility knife slipped out of the rubber cutting miner above top of left knee cap. Miner was not following proper cutting procedures by not cutting away from the body.

August 17, 2015 WI · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Janesville Sand & Gravel Co. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Another miner was using a pry bar to close door on train car. IE was using a hammer to hit the lock on. The train car door sprung open and yanked the pry bar from the miner's hands hitting IE on the left side temple.

August 15, 2011 WI · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Janesville Sand & Gravel Co. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Cutting conveyor belt using a utility knife and cut left hand between thumb and forefinger. Miner received five (5) sutures.

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