Mining Incidents

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273,193
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1,202
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2000–2026
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August 1, 2012 MS · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) HANDLING OF MATERIALS
D & B Sand & Gravel Co Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Removing bearing housing from crusher while lifting housing out it shifted and struck miners legs causing cuts to both legs. First aid administered on site. Miner transported to emergency room via pickup for further evaluation by doctor. Wound on left leg needed stitches.

April 25, 2011 MS · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
D & B Sand & Gravel Co Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee strained shoulder muscle while removing a clay ball from conveyor belt.

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