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273,095
Of which fatal
1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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May 5, 2022 UT · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Tintic Consolidated Metals LLC · Struck against stationary object

Employee was using a ratchet and their hand slipped off. A finger slid across some exposed sheet metal. Cut to right pinky finger. Received 5 stitches. Returned to full duty.

February 28, 2022 UT · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Tintic Consolidated Metals LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was pulling brake drums on water truck and put strain on elbow

October 3, 2021 UT · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Tintic Consolidated Metals LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was removing a plug from a tank and the wrench slipped off of the plug and struck employee in the mouth. Broke one tooth.

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