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273,095
Of which fatal
1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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July 9, 2024 TX · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Alamo Cement Company · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE straddled the finish mill 1 pinion shaft bearing drive line guard to access the oil level plug located on the opposite end of the platform. They had their left leg on the platform and as they swung their right leg behind them they felt a pop in their right knee as they planted their foot on the platform. There is ladder access on the opposite end to access the oil plugs.

August 2, 2011 TX · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman OTHER
Alamo Cement Company · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee alleged that on 08/02/2011 he was squatting down in a small area and put all his weight on his right foot breaking his right big toe. Employee did not report the accident until 08/08/2011.

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