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Total incidents: 273,193
Of which fatal: 1,202
Years on record: 2000–2026
Classifications: 20

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July 30, 2000 MI · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON

Ensley Sand & Gravel Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS STANDING ON BUMPER OF 1-TON TRUCK WHILE TRYING TO RETRIEVE TOOLS FROM BACK OF TRUCK. EE STEPPED OFF VEHICLE ONTO THE GROUND. GROUND HAD "SLUSH" BUILDUP, LARGE ROCK WAS HIDDEN IN SLUSH.

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