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Of which fatal: 1,202
Years on record: 2000–2026
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November 12, 2024 AR · Metal/Non-Metal washer operator, sizing operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS

Blue Bayou Sand & Gravel, LLC · Struck by falling object

IE was helping an EE pick up a motor to put motor shockers on it. IE picked the motor up with a crowbar and the motor fell on IE's right hand. IE smashed IE's right index figure.

November 13, 2018 AR · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON

Blue Bayou Sand & Gravel, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE stepped off the loader and broke EE's ankle.

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