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273,095
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1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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July 21, 2025 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Gillibrand Industrial Sands, LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was holding the liner for the hopper in place and slipped, causing their left palm to make contact with the drill bit that was coming through the hopper and liner, creating bolt holes.

October 7, 2024 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Gillibrand Industrial Sands, LLC · Struck by flying object

Employee was using a grinder to do a repair at our Wash Plant. While grinding a object got in EE's left eye. EE treated self using eye wash. The eye continued to bother EE the next day so EE reported the incident and was seen at a MedCenter clinic. EE was given eye drops as a precaution against infection. EE returned to full duties with no restrictions.

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