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273,193
Of which fatal
1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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July 6, 2007 NV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator OTHER
A & K Earth Movers Inc · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was in the process of cleaning off a feeder screen. He pivoted to the left on his right leg and experienced a pop in his right knee.

September 7, 2002 NV · Metal/Non-Metal backhoe operator, trackhoe operator, crane operator OTHER
A & K Earth Movers Inc · Struck by flying object

EMPLOYEE WAS WELDING IN BREEZY CONDITIONS WHEN A PIECE OF METAL OR DUST GOT INTO HIS EYE. THE EMPLOYEE WAS USING ALL PPE FOR THE JOB (WELDING HOOD AND SAFETY GLASSES) THE EE STARTED FEELING DISCOMFORT AND IRRITATION IN THE EYE.

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