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273,193
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Years on record
2000–2026
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October 24, 2020 NM · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Espanola Transit Mix, LLC · Fall onto or against objects

Employee was tightening the antennae on a Komatsu 500 loader from the right side platform. EE lost EE's balance and fell onto the handrail striking EE's left rib cage. Employee suffered a broken rib.

February 10, 2020 NM · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Espanola Transit Mix, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was stepping out of a truck and twisted right ankle as EE placed it on the ground d/t uneven ground. EE has a minor sprain and is taking days off to prevent further injury.

September 17, 2002 NM · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Espanola Transit Mix, LLC · Fall from machine

EE WAS CLEANING THE WINDSHIELD ON A CAT 980G FRONT END LOADER, HE SLIPPED AND FELL APPROX. 10' TO THE GROUND FRACTURING HIS LEFT WRIST.

August 9, 2002 NM · Metal/Non-Metal mine manager, mine foreman, mine owner SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Espanola Transit Mix, LLC · Fall from ladders

EE WAS CLIMBING DOWN A LADDER, HE SLIPPED AND BROKE HIS RT. HAND MIDDLE FINGER WHILE ATTEMPTING TO RECOVER FROM FALL.

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