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273,193
Of which fatal
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Years on record
2000–2026
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January 29, 2023 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Twin Pines Minerals LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Using a cutoff wheel on a handheld grinder. Kicked back and hit left shin resulting in 8 stitches. The guard was on the tool and the employee was wearing all proper PPE's

May 27, 2019 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Twin Pines Minerals · Struck by falling object

Employee was removing a roller out of an unused scavenger magnet. When the retaining bolt was removed the employee thought it was still supported. As the primary bolt was removed the roller fell and landed on the employees finger causing a laceration.

June 27, 2018 FL · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor MACHINERY
Twin Pines Minerals · Struck by flying object

Employee was taking down the light tower on a light plant. The employee was rolling the winch down and the handle slipped out of employee's hand and came around and hit right hand.

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