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273,095
Of which fatal
1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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March 22, 2007 WV · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Greer Lime Company · Struck against stationary object

EE was tightening a bolt when wrench slipped off bolt. Hand hit flight of screw.

September 30, 2004 WV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Greer Lime Company · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EMPLOYEE WAS CUTTING A BELT WITH A KNIFE AND THE KNIFE SLIPPED AND CUT HIS LEFT LEG.

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