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273,193
Of which fatal
1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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July 30, 2012 NM · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Lordsburg Mining Company · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Miner was using a hammer to remove a bit from a drill rod. The hammer bounce back striking the miner on his upper lip, causing his lip to split. Took the miner to the clinic, miner received 3 stitches to his lip. No restrictions or lost time.

December 6, 2011 NM · Metal/Non-Metal utility man, errand boy, service truck operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Lordsburg Mining Company · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Miner was using a pipe wrench and slipped when the fitting came loose. finger on right hand got smashed. first aid was done, the next day took him to the clinic to get it check out. No stitches or broken bones. New dressing

May 13, 2011 NM · Metal/Non-Metal mechanic helper HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Lordsburg Mining Company · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Mechanic helper was fixing a flat tire. When he tried to release the ratchet that was holding the tire, it released under pressure cutting his right hand requiring stitches.

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