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December 13, 2022 MT · Metal/Non-Metal quality control technician, laboratory technician, laboratory assistant SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Golden Sunlight Mines Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Lab employee walking off designated path fell on some snow covered ice. Employee reported pain in upper extremities. Right arm and Shoulder. Severity of the injury is unknown at this time. Physician evaluated the employee and had the employee get some rest and comeback for follow up appointment in a week. Did not release back to work as of yet.

October 29, 2021 MT · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Golden Sunlight Mines Inc · Fall onto or against objects

Slip/trip accident. Carrying rebar and tripped causing them to fall. Employee put their arm out to catch themselves which hit the rebar matt.

June 21, 2019 NV · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was stepping off the bus and twisted an ankle. Employee reported to supervisor, was seen at the clinic and put in a walking boot and off work for 2 shifts.

April 17, 2019 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Ee walking down stairs carrying tools. Stepped down, twisted right knee, felt pop. EE reported this the following morning, as knee swelled up and began hurting overnight. Seen at clinic, put off work. Orthopedist confirmed on 05/02 incident aggravated pre-existing arthritis. WC investigation complete 05/03, confirmed occupational rt.knee strain.

April 4, 2019 NV · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Cortez Inc. · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE dismounted water truck and walked towards water stand. Feet got stuck in mud and ee fell forward to the ground, catching self with both hands. Seen at ER where right wrist fracture was diagnosed and the ee was put off work pending consultation with an orthopedist.

January 16, 2019 NV · Metal/Non-Metal groundman, yardman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Cortez Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was walking ribbons during metal removal. EE states was walking a ribbon and stepped down funny because the ribbons are not level, EE felt pain in the knee. EE was seen at the ER and diagnosed with a strain to the knee and put off work.

December 19, 2018 NV · Metal/Non-Metal bull gang foreman, labor foreman, leadman, section foreman, shift boss SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Cortez Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee stepped off of a concrete step and twisted their right knee.

December 10, 2018 NV · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Cortez Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Ee was doing a final walk around of equipment at the end of shift and twisted ankle. EE was seen at the clinic the evening of the 10th and put off work pending follow-up. EE was continued off work after follow-up and diagnosis of a severe ankle strain.

December 10, 2018 NV · Metal/Non-Metal clerk, timekeeper, office worker, director of sales SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Fall from machine

Ee was exiting bus and foot caught, causing ee to fall to the ground, landing with/on left arm. Ee was seen at the ER and diagnosed with a fractured humerus. Put off work and referred to a specialist.

June 8, 2018 NV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE and another ee were using a "big gun" to hydroblast scale from the walls at the # neutralization tank in the Barrick Roaster. The big gun was unsecured when pressure was introduced to the system. EE was pushed down onto the grating ee was standing on by the force of the big gun moving away from the railing.

May 30, 2018 NV · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Ee was adjusting the mirror on grader when ee pushed hard and the mirror moved causing ee to lose balance and fall. Ee cut left shin and bumped head. Ee was released to full for next scheduled shift but required stitches on the shin.

May 7, 2018 NV · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Fall from machine

Ee on nights was walking across deck of track hoe. Hatch on the deck was left open from previous maintenance and was shadowed. Ee stepped through the opening, fell, injured left elbow, left leg. Leg continues to have pain in the thigh area; ee was referred to physical therapy on 08/17/18 making this reportable for treatment. Ee continues on full duty.

May 3, 2018 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

Ee was cleaning window of service truck. Ee was walking with the wand and tripped on a rock, and the tip of the wand struck Ee's boot, and Ee gripped the trigger trying to catch self, sending hot water/steam into boot. Ee transported to the burn unit in SLC for treatment of burns to the right foot.

January 17, 2018 NV · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Cortez Inc. · Fall from machine

Ee was dismounting grader to continue pre-shift inspection. EE lost grip with right hand, lost balance, and fell to ground from 3rd step on ladder. Seen at ER where ee was transported for surgery on an open fracture to right ankle.

December 11, 2017 NV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Fall from machine

Ee was exiting bus at work area, missed the first step, and fell down the steps onto the ground. Hit right elbow, jarred right shoulder, hit head and hit lower back. Ee was put off work.

December 10, 2017 NV · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Cortez Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Ee was dismounting haul truck and "hopped" down from the last step, landing on right foot. When ee landed, ee felt pain in foot. Ee worked next night shift and went to the doctor the following morning. Ee was diagnosed with a fractured bone in right foot. Released with restrictions that site could not accommodate.

November 29, 2017 NV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Fall onto or against objects

Ee was walking down stairs, stumbled, and caught self on the handrail, hyperextending left ring finger. Seen at ER, diagnosed with a fracture that required surgery on 12/04/17. Ee released to restricted duty.

October 28, 2017 NV · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Fall from machine

Ee was mounting tractor, reached for handrail and missed, causing ee to miss the step and fall. EE has a fractured left wrist and right thumb. Seen at ER, put off work and referred to ortho.

August 31, 2017 NV · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Fall from machine

Employee stepped out on the fender to retrieve the wheel choke on a 938M Cat loader. Slipped off the rubber mud flap, landed on right hip, fracturing right femur.

August 25, 2017 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Cortez Inc. · Fall from ladders

Ee was climbing a ladder to remove a trip cable at 351 shovel located at pipeline. Bango arm swung around and struck the ladder, causing the ee to fall approximately 5 feet to the ground. Ee landed on left side. Fractured left arm, bruised left knee, strained left ankle. Off work pending an appointment with orthopedic surgeon.

July 19, 2017 NV · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Cortez Inc. · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE was pushing wheelbarrow through mud and it tipped over. EE went to brace themselves and landed on their right thumb. Fractured right thumb. EE released to restricted duty which the site could accommodate.

May 21, 2017 NV · Metal/Non-Metal janitor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Cortez Inc. · Fall onto or against objects

Contract employee was taking a mop bucket out to the janitor closet outside of the dry. EE slipped backward on the wet floor and fell, and was struck in the face with the bucket. EE was transported by light vehicle to NNRH with a cut over the eye. Subsequent follow-up at University of Utah resulted in stitches and 3 days off.

May 9, 2017 NV · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Turquoise Ridge, Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Ee was coming down off a scissor deck, put EE's right foot on the ground, went to put other foot down and EE's right foot rolled off the tire trench EE was standing on. EE felt immediate pain, was taken to the clinic, diagnosed with an ankle sprain and released to modified duty, non-weight bearing and required to wear a medical boot.

March 24, 2017 MT · Metal/Non-Metal utility man, shift tech, service/dump truck operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Golden Sunlight Mines Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was pulling a 2" polypipe out of a culvert when it became lodged and then suddenly broke free causing the employee to lose balance and fall backwards tripping over a power pole that was lying on the ground behind the employee. The employee sustained an injury to right shoulder. Injury diagnosed on the 18th of April.

March 23, 2017 NV · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

An electrician was stepping into a tractor mounted basket platform and slipped in the mud, twisting knee. The ee was seen at the clinic, diagnosed with a sprain to the left knee, and put off work.

January 3, 2017 NV · Metal/Non-Metal ball/rod/pebble/hand/limestone/dry mill operator, roller operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee slipped on a patch of ice and fell to the ground, landing on back side. Employee was seen at the ER, diagnosed with a coccyx contusion and lumbar strain. Xrays were negative for fracture. Employee was given meds and put off work.

December 4, 2016 NV · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Turquoise Ridge, Inc. · Fall from machine

Ee in wash bay washing truck. When ee went to get down off bed of truck, foot tangled in hose, and ee tripped, falling to ground. Seen at ER, laceration to left hand, contusion to left knee, and right thumb sprain. Released to restricted duty.

August 31, 2016 NV · Metal/Non-Metal stoper miner SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Turquoise Ridge, Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Ee stepped off a scissor deck, boot caught, and twisted ankle. Ee was seen at the ER on 08/31 and then by a specialist on 09/01, where they were given a boot, crutches, and released to sedentary duty. Follow up on 09/07 continued the sedentary duty.

August 19, 2016 NV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

At approximately 1300 hrs operator was washing down area with a water hose. As operator was pulling slack on the hose they stepped backwards and their left foot caught on a ladder landing and they lost their balance. They used their right arm to catch fall and injured right shoulder.

February 26, 2016 NV · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Ee bent down to pick up a piece of metal and EE's left foot rolled in. EE twisted in order to keep self from falling, and strained EE's back. EE was seen at the ER and released to full duty. Subsequent follow up on 03/02 resulted in restricted duty effective 03/03/16.

February 3, 2016 NV · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Cortez Inc. · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE slipped and fell on EE's left elbow while doing a pre-op inspection. EE was seen at the ER and diagnosed with a contusion, follow up resulted in EE being put off work.

January 18, 2016 NV · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Ee was stepping off haul truck ladder, slipped on last step, landing on ground with both feet, jarring EE's right low back. EE was seen at the ER, diagnosed with low back pain, no fracture. On follow-up EE was put off work pending physical therapy and reevaluation.

December 29, 2015 NV · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Gold U S Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Ee was walking to his piece of equipment, slipped on some ice, and fell, landing on his right knee. He was seen at the clinic and diagnosed with a strain to the knee. He was given a brace to wear on the knee and released to restricted duty.

November 28, 2015 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Fall from machine

Ee was mounting a piece of equipment and the step broke. Ee fell jarring right leg and hip and twisting lower back. He was seen at ER and released to full duty. On follow up he was released to restricted duty and ultimately lost time on 12/09 due to surgery. Injury was determined work related on 12/28/15.

November 27, 2015 NV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE was walking in to MCC building when he slipped and fell, injuring his shoulder. Seen at ER, given a sling and referred to orthopedist. Returned to restricted duty.

October 4, 2015 NV · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Gold U S Inc · Struck against stationary object

Ee was stepping into passenger van, leg slipped and scraped/struck the edge of the van causing a large laceration. Ee was seen at the ER and stitches were required to close the wound. Ee put off work.

September 30, 2015 NV · Metal/Non-Metal clerk, timekeeper, office worker, director of sales SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Turquoise Ridge, Inc. · Fall onto or against objects

Stepped outside to put the mop over the railing, when stepping back around, overstepped the landing and fell backwards hitting back and head on the step and ground. L-2 fracture in back and cut on back of head requiring 5 staples.

September 28, 2015 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Ee stepped over bench in the dry, tripped and fell, catching self with left arm. Strained hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder. Ee seen at clinic, diagnosed with a chip fracture and possible soft tissue tear, referred to orthopedist and placed on restricted duty.

August 3, 2015 NV · Metal/Non-Metal quality control technician, laboratory technician, laboratory assistant SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Ee tripped going through lab door and caught herself when she fell. Seen at the ER and diagnosed with a fracture to the wrist. She was released to restricted duty.

July 30, 2015 NV · Metal/Non-Metal security guard, watchman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Gold U S Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was leaving site at end of shift, stepped off step and felt pop in left foot. Saw doctor 07/31/15, diagnosed with strain, given a boot to wear and released to full duty.

July 4, 2015 MT · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Golden Sunlight Mines Inc · Fall from machine

Employee was ascending the Stairs on the front of the haul truck and fell backwards catching all his weight on his left arm injuring his left shoulder.

May 14, 2015 NV · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Cortez Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The employee lost his balance while reaching for a small rubber mat and felt pain in his left Knee.

April 21, 2015 NV · Metal/Non-Metal drill helper SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Turquoise Ridge, Inc. · Fall onto or against objects

The employee was lowering the end gate of a pipe truck, he dropped the retaining nut on the ground, when he stepped off the day-bed to get the nut he let go of the end gate. the end gate hit him in the shoulder and knocked him down when he contacted the day-bed with his chin. resulting in a laceration to the chin requiring 8 stitches to close.

January 21, 2015 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Ee was walking into phase 2 tunnel, slipped on ice, and fell. He hurt his left shoulder and knee. He sought treatment on 01/26 and was released to restricted duty. Diagnostics being done for a possible rotator cuff tear.

January 17, 2015 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Goldstrike Mines Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Material fell from under truck the ee was cleaning, striking the ee on the head and causing him to fall to the ground. He struck his head on the concrete. He was seen by the doctor, diagnosed with a minor concussion and put off work. Returned to work full duty on 01/23/15.

January 16, 2015 NV · Metal/Non-Metal drill helper SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Cortez Inc. · Fall onto or against objects

While rigging the discharge hose to the top-head the employee slipped while re-positioning himself. The employee stuck out his hand and pinched his little finger between his palm and the top-head. The resulting wound required three stitches to close. The employee was wearing his gloves.

January 11, 2015 NV · Metal/Non-Metal lab technician SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Cortez Inc. · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Ee was doing a preop inspection of forklift. She stepped off forklift into parking ditch, rolling ankle, and landing on right wrist. She was seen by a doctor and put off work for 3 days.

January 5, 2015 NV · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Cortez Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Ee was discussing field level risk assessment with other ees. He turned and twisted with right leg planted and felt a pop and immediate pain. When pain did not subside, he requested evaluation by a doctor. Diagnosis of torn meniscus by orthopedist on 01/15/15 after MRI review. Surgery scheduled 02/04/15.

November 17, 2014 NV · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Cortez Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Ee rolled his ankle after stepping off a skid steer. He was seen at the ER, referred to a foot and ankle specialist, and was diagnosed there with a fractured ankle. Ee put off work.

November 15, 2014 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Barrick Gold U S Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Ee stepped out of a service truck onto a rut that was covered with snow. Ankle turned, popped twice. Ee was diagnosed with a strained ankle and put off work.

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