Mining Incidents

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273,193
Of which fatal
1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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August 16, 2006 WI · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Graymont (WI) LLC · Flash burns (welding)

Employee was welding plates together. Experienced welders flash that he attributes to light deflecting behind his welding shield.

August 5, 2004 WI · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
Graymont (WI) LLC · Struck by flying object

While inspecting dust collector operation air pulse blew dust and material went under employees safety glasses. Employee experienced particulate in both eyes that needed medical attention for cleaning out and treatment to prevent potential infection.

March 18, 2002 WI · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Graymont (WI) LLC · Flash burns (welding)

WHILE WORKING IN KILN #3 EXPOSURE TO WELDING FLASH INJURED EMPLOYEE'S EYES.

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