Mining Incidents

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273,193
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1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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March 1, 2006 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator MACHINERY
Red Mountain Mining Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Worker was using a 1" air powered impact gun while changing cutting edges on a CAT 966 loader bucket. Worker placed his left palm on bolt head and engaged the impact gun, the bolt spun and cut palm of left hand.

December 19, 2005 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Red Mountain Mining Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Worker was using hand grinder to shape piece of metal. After 15 or 20 minutes of grinding a small piece entered worker's right eye causing irritation. The piece was secured to work bench. The worker is experienced at using such equipment and was wearing proper eye protection.

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