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273,095
Of which fatal
1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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January 12, 2026 OK · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Souter Limestone and Minerals, LLC. · Contact with hot objects or substances

On Monday, 01/12/2026, Souter Mechanic, was attempting to weld on machinery and received a slag burn to the inside of their ear. Mechanic had the welding torch positioned below them, and when welding the metal popped and a splash went into their left ear.

October 24, 2025 OK · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
Souter Limestone and Minerals, LLC. · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

As EE was reassembling the silo pipes, EE attempted to use an impact tool and wrench combination to tighten a bolt. The impact torqued the wrench, and EE's little finger was pinned between the wrench and the pipe.

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