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2000–2026
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June 19, 2017 NV · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman POWERED HAULAGE
Florida Canyon Mining Inc. · Struck by powered moving object

While unloading sandbags from the back of a pickup, a laborer was injured when the driver of the pickup backed up without warning, striking the victim's abdominal area with the tailgate. This resulted in abdominal contusion, causing lost work days.

March 9, 2017 NV · Metal/Non-Metal greaser, grease man, oiler, lube man, dragline oiler POWERED HAULAGE
Florida Canyon Mining Inc. · Struck against a moving object

A mechanic rolled a lube truck onto its side when ee lost control due to traveling too fast for conditions. The mechanic sustained cervical strain, lumbar strain, and head contusions, resulting in restricted work activity.

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