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Of which fatal: 1,202
Years on record: 2000–2026
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June 10, 2022 KY · Metal/Non-Metal dry screening plant operator, screen house operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON

Walker Construction & Materials, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was climbing down from an articulated truck after checking a fire extinguisher and twisted their knee. As time progressed pain subsided and began to swell. Employee was advised to call Teledoc, they prescribed meds for swelling and the use of ice. No lost time.

June 17, 2020 KY · Metal/Non-Metal blaster, shooter, shotfirer, explosive worker, powder gang/monkey SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON

Walker Construction & Materials, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee stepped down from a pickup truck tailgate and rolled EE's ankle when contacting the ground.

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