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273,095
Of which fatal
1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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June 24, 2024 CT · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
O & G Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was using a 4 inch knife to open package of tools when the knife slipped, striking EE's left hand.

September 27, 2019 CT · Metal/Non-Metal mine manager, mine foreman, mine owner HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
O & G Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee was using a large bar to pry a rock out of a conveyor. While doing so employee's right hand struck a sharp object causing a contusion and laceration.

August 26, 2010 CT · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
O & G Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Taking roll crusher frame apart, removing plates, loosened bolt came off pinching finger between socket and plate.

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