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Years on record
2000–2026
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December 12, 2025 WY · Metal/Non-Metal welder (non-shop) MACHINERY
Powder River Proppants, LLC · Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee was welding wear iron on an excavator bucket when a wind shift reduced ventilation, leading to fume inhalation. The employee reported shortness of breath and chest pressure and received first aid on site before being transported to the ER. The employee was released the same day, cleared to return to work the next day, and diagnosed with airway irritation.

September 11, 2025 WY · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer MACHINERY
Powder River Proppants, LLC · Struck against a moving object

Employee was Operating a haul truck being loaded by an excavator. Employee stated that the Excavator struck the haul truck on the back and caused an injury to Employees Neck/Back. Employee refused first aid and or urgent care. Employee later turned in medical paperwork to MSHA.

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