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October 3, 2025 KS · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Hutchinson Salt Company · Struck by falling object

EE was building a stand for the new Cage Paktor. Weld broke on stand and struck EE in head causing laceration.

September 9, 2025 KS · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Hutchinson Salt Company · Struck against stationary object

EE moved rail loading chute to close lid on rail car. When moving the chute EE cut right wrist. EE was taken to ER for stitches.

August 4, 2025 KS · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Hutchinson Salt Company · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EE was shoveling up a pile of salt by the crusher toward end of shift. EE's back started hurting and became worse over the next few days. EE went to DR 08/08/25 was given pain meds and placed on light duty. EE returns to DR in 1 week for revaluation.

March 22, 2025 KS · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Hutchinson Salt Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE slipped on a salt rock while pulling power cables to face panel. EE hyper extended left knee. EE was taken to ER for x-rays and full evaluation. EE was diagnosed with knee sprain. Given topical cream for pain and swelling. EE returned to full duty Monday 3/24/25.

March 10, 2025 KS · Metal/Non-Metal rock driller STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
Hutchinson Salt Company · Struck against stationary object

EE stepped on a chunk of salt and slipped, strained left knee. Went to DR 3/21/25 and 3/28/25 no work restrictions. Returned to DR 4/7/25 for MRI. Torn meniscus identified 4/9/25 after MRI was reviewed by DR. EE will be sent to Ortho Knee Specialist.

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