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273,095
Of which fatal
1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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March 20, 2015 WA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Corliss Resources LLC · Flash burns (welding)

Employee was welding using Arc welder. When finished he removed his hood. He then stood up. As he was standing up he bumped the rod causing it to turn on. While it was on he received a flash burn to his eyes. Employee did not go to the doctor until 3/21/2015

October 8, 2004 WA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
Corliss Resources LLC · Struck by flying object

A ROCK LAUNCHED FROM #1 CONE AND HIT EMPLOYEE ON THE LEFT ARM (ELBOW).

March 23, 2004 WA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
Corliss Resources LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

WAS RUNNING A 4" GRINDER AND SOMETHING GOT UNDER HIS SAFETY GLASSES.

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