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On 2-19-26, a teammate reported eye pain in BD 10. After using an eye wash, they requested a medical evaluation on 2-23-26 for persistent discomfort. While no debris was found, a corneal abrasion was diagnosed, and prescription drops were issued for recovery.
On 9/28/25, EE slipped in a small hole and injured EE's knee while getting out of EE's vehicle for work. EE reported it to team lead at 12:00 PM; TL informed supervisor at 6:24 PM. EE requested medical attention the next day, was evaluated, given medication and work restrictions that didn't affect equipment duties. Released on 10/2/25.
Teammate initially reported being sick, but later disclosed an injury. They stated a foot was hanging off the forklift, and while traveling down a bay, leg was caught between the forklift and a pallet, injuring their ankle. They received medical attention and was diagnosed with a strained left foot and a pulled muscle.
At approx. 9:20 AM, EE was installing a side shift slide on FL177. While reattaching the carriage to the mast, it slipped and fell, pinching R index finger between the backrest and mast. EE sustained a fractured n lacerated finger, requiring sutures, x-ray, splint, and medication. Able to work-restricted from using (r) hand at work but later changed to limited use of (r) hand.
While transporting a line with a forklift, an EE got debris in EE's eye, possibly from rubbing it. EE used the on-site eyewash station and reported it to EE's supervisor, who escalated the issue. After initial first aid, the EE was taken to a fire station, then to Archbold Corp. Care for further treatment and received prescription medication.
Teammate was punching out the DR101 inlet chute and smashed their (L) pinky finger in between the poker t-handle and the safety bar in the chute. When the buildup broke loose while poking the downward motion of it pulled their hands with momentum into the bar smashing (L) pinky finger. Teammate received medical, stitches to finger and release back to work.
Mobile maintanance EE was working on tarp system for Dump Truck. While climbing down on fixed ladder of dump bed, EE got their finger caught on nonslip bar of the rungs and tore the skin on EE's left ring finger. EE stated took gloves off because it was hard for EE to get nuts and bolts out of EE's jean pocket. EE got stitches for injury and released back for work.
Upon shift start, EE walked into the GN Mill Bld MCC room, and seemingly got into a physical altercation with an EE. Assumption is that IE was pushed or struck and fell against a main breaker bucket damaging some of the plate metal. IE diagnosed with ac joint separation to (L) shoulder, minor cut on mouth, ear & back. Also syncope at some point. Other EE no injuries.
Team Lead turned leg the wrong way while working in the Baghouse, but stated was okay and no medical attention needed. Teammate wanted medical attention the next day and was driven to medical facility to get checked. Doctor released teammate to restrictive light duty and given a knee brace.
EE was spotting for railcar mover and slipped and hit head. EE left spotting activity to talk with RR guy in truck parked nearby. They decided to go over and talk with guy about railcars. The stepped in a water puddle and slipped and fell, bumping head on ground. EE received medical attention(6 staples to close cut)all scans/tests negatives at hospital and released same night.
EE has ground level fall while exiting from Bdg#2. EE stepped off traction grating and onto slick pavement from rain event prior, causing EE to fall forward and landing on right hand and knee. EE diagnosis: acute right knee sprain
EE was loading injured employee's truck with gummy overburden. While dumping bucket the material came out in a wad and injured EE said that it hurt their neck. EE removed from duty and sent for evaluation at their request. Diagnosis strain of trapezius, given medication and able to work with restrictions.
The operator stated: climbed on the side of the forklift & was standing on the tire of forklift releasing the latch by hand on the self-dumping trash can when teammate slipped & hurt foot. Teammate stated did not fall to the ground. Teammate has a dislocated big toe on left foot. Surveillance video shows no such event. Awaiting teammate to work for further investigation.
EE was complaining about another teammate not loading EE easy. EE never indicated EE was injured during the process but came back later in the week and wanted medical.
7am n 11am on 10 29 21 EE W was working with EE J performing maint. on an excavator bucket, pin wgt 80# EE W decided to lift the pin n not use equipment provided. Witness warned EE of weight but decided to lift anyway, while lifting EE twisted, heard a pop. EE kept working then later reported to lead. EE taken to med facility, lumbar strain, given medication and work restriction
EE's (L)forearm injury occurred when bales got stuck on the conveyor. EE came to clear the jam. EE picked up the bale and laid left hand down on the exit conveyor. The exit conveyor then carried EE's hand the head pulley where EE's hand became trapped. Given 1st aid for burning, medical attention, meds and released back to work with light duty, (L) arm until further notice.
At approx. 8:30am EE reported to supervisor EE's back was hurting from lifting Rotex lid. EE lifted an aluminum Rx screen lid during a maint. activity by 4 operators at the time. This is a common activity typically done by four teammates. This teammate was experiencing back spasm following this event. Received medical attn.,given meds and light duty. Thoracic back strain.
At approx. 10:41pm prior to clocking in, employee stated to have said to the teammates in the Control Room, that they had fallen but told everyone they were fine. EE then went on to work the entire shift without issue. EE called Supervisor at about 1215 pm on July 20, 2021 and during conversation the teammate revealed to that they slipped and fell.
Feeling discomfort in lower back. EE went up to load railcar, got a screener basket put it in the hole and started loading railcar. When pulling the basket out EE's back started to feel funny. When finished sealing the railcar EE told supervisor. EE was removed from task to office type work. EE requested medical attention on 1/27/21 and Dr. stated to remain on office type work.
Two (2) workers were lifting a core drill onto the back of a pickup truck, when one slipped and fell with the core drill landing on EE's leg. The ground was slippery from the wet guragum on the ground. The worker's knee had a small laceration and was bruised.
While setting rings, the ring sprung and hit hardhat causing neck sprain.
EE's R thumb was pinched monitoring FF equipment. EE was unaware of where EE placed hand resulting in the pinch occurring. After investigating the area it was clear that there were no moving parts in the location of the injury. It is believed that EE's thumb was pinched between the clasp on the electrical control panel door. EE was not wearing gloves. EE got 5 stitches to R thumb
On Thursday at about 4:00p EE was operating an articulated truck in the mine area. EE was parked in position for loading then became jolted in the cab by an excavator bucket being operated by co-worker. EE called supervisor at 7:00pm on 11-1-19 to report neck discomfort and medical assistance. EE got medical treatment on 11-2-19. Possible strain of neck muscle.
Employee was backing out of the warehouse with a bulkbag. They turned the lift toward the north. Another employee was standing beside another lift with their back to first employee. The forklift employee was driving came into contact with the stationary forklift and then glanced off onto Injured employee's right leg causing a contusion.
EE's were replacing the Rotap assembly with a rebuilt assembly. When pulling on old Rotap IE felt a burning/ stinging sensation in IE's left lower side. EE and IE carried the used Rotap to a table approximately 20 feet away. Then both teammates installed the new assembly.
Teammate decided to cross 45 degree slope at truck scale exit. Teammate slipped and fell while descending slope, EE got up and came inside and reported incident to Traffic Manager
EE reports EE was kneeling to get to a grease fitting on cv303. Before EE got to the grating EE felt a pain in EE's left knee. EE stood back up immediately.
While lifting a 35 pound bag of cat litter to be run through a splitter for gathering test samples, EE felt a pulling/popping sensation in EE's right shoulder area. Able to work- Sprain of shoulder rotator cuff- no lifting 5 -10# - take meds. -home exercise program -refer to physical therapy.
While assisting another EE closing gate EE put(r) hand in path of traveling gate and finger became pinched under guide roller causing fracture to 4th finger on (r) hand.
Employee reported something blew into EE's eye and notified company 4 days later of the incident. Prescription medicine given for treatment.
Clay was wet from rain. Walking. Pain to right knee and left wrist from fall.
Employee opened a door, reached into equipment with right hand & mill rollers grabbed glove pulling hand into mill damaging multiple fingers. EE was transported to Emergency Room. Three fingers were amputated and one finger was sutured.
EE noticed soreness/pain around pre-existing injury, torn right Achilles tendon, 11-20-18. EE reports inflammation of said injury due to using stairs to access a platform. EE reported injury 11-26-18 and medical treatment at ER & Orthopedic doctor. Diagnosis - tendon not torn, no surgery needed, tendon simply needs to heal. Cast/walking boot & crutches provided.
Dismounted loader to cut off conveyor at stop button panel & slipped in mud, having same level fall. Left knee hurting, so taken to ER. Diagnosis left knee pain - given ace bandage, medication & told to elevate & rest. Released for 11-7-18.
Temporary worker attempted to lift a case & stack it on a pallet when EE felt a sharp pain in EE's back. Diagnosis: lower thoracic pain & spasm. Restrictions of may lift up to 10 lbs, no twisting & bending.
Repositioning a bag on conveyor when conveyor belt caught glove & pulled right hand down into gap between head pulley & idler roller. Diagnosis - crush, deep abrasion/burn. Restrictions: must keep dressing clean & dry, no lifting, no use of right hand, ice hand & no working near hazardous or moving machinery, of driving & climbing due to medication.
Assumption is that EE lifted latches that secure a door, opened the door & put left hand inside mill (mill 02) while the mill was in operation. As of the date of this report the EE has declined to provide a statement of the incident & there were no witnesses. Employee suffered amputation to left thumb and 2 or more fingers.
Changing hose, without required assistance, from one tank to another. Unhooked hose & it started sliding off pipe, so EE had to catch it. When EE caught hose EE heard EE's back pop. Completed hose change with one hand, held EE's back with the other. Diagnosis: acute lumbar pain & radicular symptoms. Restrictions: may lift up to 10 lbs., no climbing, bending or stooping.
Operator backed against stockpile and material was unable to dump properly. Assumption is material may have shifted bending the hydraulic cylinder and haul truck then slowly laid on its side. Diagnosis is transverse process fractures.
Assisted with removing door pins & door shifted pinching/crushing left index & middle fingers between washer & mill base. Both fingers fractured & both nail beds significantly disrupted. Surgery performed w/ both fingers the distal phalanx was pinned with K-wire & repaired both nail beds with small suture.
Employee was stepping down off of fuel trailer using left foot & left foot rolled. Diagnosis: left ankle sprain.
EE was turning disconnect back on for rotary valve at DC102. EE was extending left arm upward & struck metal attached to disconnect causing a laceration that required 9 sutures. No restrictions.
EE lifting a roll of film, heard a pop & fell to floor. ER physician found no injuries & referred EE to family physician. WCI physician expressed concern about headache and imposed work restrictions pending follow up.
Conveyor belt not running, so employee tightened tail pulley end. He reached in with his right middle finger to check the tension when belt started turning & his finger was caught between head pulley and belt causing a laceration requiring sutures.
Portion of wooden pallet struck Forklift Operator in mouth. Caused laceration to left upper lip of mouth. Laceration required sutures. No restrictions.
Power failure, blower motor filled with dust. Cleaning dust from fan motor, glove caught between housing & fan blade edge causing fingertip/fracture of right middle finger. Required 6 sutures.
Standing on lift table pulling stack of jugs (empty) up roller bed, when right foot slipped on roller. He fell backwards landed on right lower back & forearm. Strain & bruised.
Walking around elevator & tripped on clay chunks causing a same level fall. Landed on right side arm and hip(radio on hip). On 5-8-15 doctor diagnosed as contusion sent back with no restrictions. On 5-12-15 X-ray report showed wrist having a minimally displaced fracture through the triquetrum with soft tissue swelling - referred to Orthopedic doctor.
EE retrieving parts & stepped on bin divider on floor w/ right foot. Divider slid forward & he fell on left knee(same level). Had pain & swelling x-ray shows no fracture. EE on restricted duty.
EE bending down picking up cardboard and forklift carrying pallet struck her right hip & elbow causing same level fall. EE didn't want to see doctor. After 2 days had soreness & requested to see doctor. Diagnosis: body trauma, no fractures or broken bones. This is lost time due to medication prescribed and not the actual injury.