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July 18, 2019 NV · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Unclassified, insufficient data

Employee passed out inside mill. Had lack of sleep due to issues at home. Also possible potassium deficiency and several layers of clothes.

May 6, 2019 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was cleaning windshield of loader when ee twisted and leaned, reaching to clean the middle of the windshield. EE felt a sharp pain in shoulder which progressively got worse. EE was seen at the ER, diagnosed with a strain to the shoulder. Follow-up resulted in the ee being put off work.

September 26, 2018 NV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Unclassified, insufficient data

Ee experienced a non-occupational health issue that required transport from the mine. MSHA considered this a reportable event.

August 7, 2018 NV · Metal/Non-Metal master mechanic, foreman, supervisor OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Ee was standing talking with an electrical contractor supervisor about schedules. When the conversation was over, the contractor supervisor turned to leave and saw the ee fall over. Bystanders began care, EMTs continued care, and ee was flown to NNRH ER. Ee received care at NNRH and was transferred to UofU Medical Center. Ee died 08/08/18. Please see attached email.

September 16, 2016 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Ee was reaching behind the seat of lube truck and felt a sting on the left pinky finger. Seen at ER and diagnosed with a spider bite. Put off work for 4 shifts due to wound care issues.

February 26, 2016 NV · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Ee was squatting to retrieve a sample container and felt a pop in EE's knee with immediate pain. EE was seen at the clinic, diagnosed with a strain and released to full duty. When the pain continued, an MRI was done and EE was diagnosed with a torn meniscus on 04/05/16, making this a reportable injury. Surgery scheduled for 04/20/16. EE is full duty until surgery date.

May 28, 2015 NV · Metal/Non-Metal security guard, watchman OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Unclassified, insufficient data

On Thursday, 28 May 2015, at about 3:19am Officer stated that she was not feeling well. As she was walking away from a vehicle she collapsed. Barrick EMTs were notified, she was then transported to a Reno hospital by helicopter. The reason for collapse is unknown at this time. MSHA was notified as a precaution.

September 15, 2014 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Ee was feeling bad, and when the feeling got worse, he went to the EMTs and the site nurse who toned out emergency transport. Transported to medical facility. Awaiting surgery for a non work-related condition.

June 12, 2014 NV · Metal/Non-Metal plumber, pipefitter, millwright OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Struck by flying object

While employee was leaving gold room, dust particles flew in his left eye.

April 9, 2014 NV · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee unresponsive in water truck. Transport by ambulance, pronounced dead at transfer to county ambulance, declared by Eureka County sheriff. Investigation determined non-occupational.

January 13, 2014 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was an electrical/instrumentation technician the Autoclave. A reportable shift in hearing was identified in annual testing and confirmed by a doctor of audiology on 01/13/14. Written notification was given to the employee and retraining on the HCP has been completed as of 01/23/14.

October 4, 2012 NV · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Natural causes.

August 29, 2012 NV · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Ee was walking from his tool box across the shop. Some cleaner was being sprayed onto a part and overspray went into ee's eyes. Seen at ER, diagnosed with a small corneal abrasion, and released to full duty. Prescription eye drops given.

August 15, 2012 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Injured ee and other ee had an altercation. Injured ee struck by other ee on side of head. Injured ee worked remainder of shift, woke up next morning with increased neck/head pain. Seen at ER and put off work.

July 11, 2012 NV · Metal/Non-Metal assayer, geologist, metallurgist, engineer, engineer management OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Struck by flying object

The Employee was using a chop saw to cut a piece of I-beam, the Employee was wearing a Face Shield & Safety Glasses and the wind was blowing. The Employee lifted up the Face Shield and a piece of debris went into the Left Eye causing a Corneal abrasion.

July 4, 2011 NV · Metal/Non-Metal security guard, watchman OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

EE was sitting at the computer and felt burning on his left leg. He notified his co-worker. They called rescue one who then responded to the gate house. He then became nauseous. Rescue one arrived and they called appropriate Barrick staff who determined to transfer EE to the local hospital.

May 5, 2009 NV · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee stated on first report of injury "Going into heading and feeling light headed". Was transported to ER by ambulance, adminstered oxygen, and released to full duty for 05/06/2009.

May 5, 2009 NV · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee stated on first report of injury "Walking into heading, felt light headed". Was transported to ER by ambulance, administered oxygen, and released to full duty for 05/06/2009.

March 3, 2007 NV · Metal/Non-Metal quality control technician, laboratory technician, laboratory assistant OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was sitting on a platform loosening lug nuts, when he turned to stand up, he felt pain in his lower back. He was placed on restricted duty and diagnosed with a low back strain.

April 11, 2006 NV · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

DRIVING TRACTOR TO MINE SITE IN HEAVY & GUSTY WIND. A GUST OF WIND CAUGHT TRACTOR HOOD & FORCED IT TO BECOME UNLATCHED. THE HOOD STRUCK THE EMPLOYEE IN THE HEAD. MINE APPLIED FIRST AID & THEN HE WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE E.R.

June 10, 2004 NV · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Struck by flying object

Injured employee opened air door on vent shaft to send cage down. When door opened, wind caught dust and dirt, blowing it into injured employee's right eye. Upon examination, a rust ring was found and removed.

October 19, 2001 NV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Struck against stationary object

THE EMPLOYEE HAD LEFT THE BREAK ROOM AND WAS WALKING BACK TO THE STRIP CIRCUIT. HE WAS ALMOST TO THE DOOR AND HE STATES HE BECAME DIZZY. HE BENT OVER AND PUT ONE HAND ON HIS KNEE. THE NEXT THING HE REMEMBERS, HE WAS GETTING UP OFF THE GRATING. HE HAD ONE LACERATION ON THE UPPER PART OF HIS NOSE AND TWO BELOW HIS NOSE. HE WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE E.R. FOR EVALUATION AND TREATMENT.

June 24, 2001 NV · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

THE EE WAS OPERATING A ROCK BREAKER ON THE 1600 ORE PASS WHILE HIS ROCK BOLTER WAS IN THE SHOP FOR PERIODIC MAINTENANCE. AT 2:30 P.M. HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE ROCK BOLTER WAS AVAILABLE. A CONT RACT EE SAW HIM AT APPROX. 2:55 P.M. AT 3:05 P.M. HE WAS FOUND LYING ON THE GROUND JSUT INSIDE THE AIR DOORS AT THE 1600 STATION. HE WAS NOT BREATHING AND CPR WAS INITIATED. PROUNDED DEAD 440

June 12, 2001 NV · Metal/Non-Metal mine manager, mine foreman, mine owner OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

THE EE WORKS AS A MINE GEOLOGIST. HIS JOB REQUIRES HOURS OF WALKING ON ROCKY UNEVEN SURFACES. IN JUNE HE WENT TO THE DR. FOR LEFT FOOT PAIN. WE WERE NOTIFIED ON 7-9 THAT THE EE WAS RECEIVING M EDICAL TREATMENT FOR LEFT FOOT PROBLEMS RELATED TO HIS EMPLOYMENT AS A GEOLOGIST.

November 2, 2000 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EMPLOYEE SQUATTED TO READ PAPERWORK THAT HAD BEEN PLACED ON THE GROUND, PINCHING THE TENDON OF HIS RIGHT BIG TOE BETWEEN THE STEEL TOE PLATE AND THE SOLE OF HIS SAFETY BOOT.

April 6, 2000 NV · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) OTHER
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Struck against stationary object

EMPLOYEE WAS WALKING ACROSS AN I-BEAM TO A PLATFORM AND STRUCK THE KNEE ON THE HANDRAIL.

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