While working on classifier tank exchanging hydraulic cylinders. An employee didn't realize there was someone below and threw old cylinder over side. Striking employee on head.
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May 22, 2025
FL · Metal/Non-Metal
vacuum filter operator, flotation mill/concentrator operator, flotation plant operator
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A-Mining Group II LLC. · Struck by falling object
A-Mining Group II LLC. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)
Employee was using a grinder and cutting disc to cut a u bolt on a trailer. While cutting the bolt the disc broke striking employee in the wrist and chest area causing lacerations one to the wrist area and one to chest area.
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