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273,095
Of which fatal
1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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June 23, 2017 OR · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Gilmour and Company · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee was cleaning at end of shift. EE was sweeping up Hydrated lime with a squeegee and a dust bin when lime from the pile became airborne due to the dust bin adjusting quickly and a small amount of dust got into the employee's eyes. The employee did not report any injury until Sunday 06/25/2017 @ 10:50 am. Employee was instructed to visit a clinic and then file a report.

July 20, 2012 OR · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Gilmour and Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was using a crescent wrench to tighten a bolt when he felt pain in his right wrist.

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