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May 7, 2026 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal blaster, shooter, shotfirer, explosive worker, powder gang/monkey DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA)
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee had a hearing evaluation at Gila Health Resources on 5/7/2026 in follow up to concerns noted at EE's annual medical monitoring exam. Diagnosis: Left ear: hearing loss and STS despite wearing PPE for hearing. "Last scheduled work date before evaluation 5/6/2026 at 4:56 AM. Released to work with no restrictions.

April 12, 2026 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal ball/rod/pebble/hand/limestone/dry mill operator, roller operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Mill Operations Employee was cleaning the discharge cylinder at the Lime Plant. When the valve on the hose was opened, compacted lime discharged back toward the Employee and went under the face shield and safety glasses, contacting the eyes.

April 8, 2026 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS)
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Contact with heat

Employee was dehydrated and fell to the ground and experienced shaking for approximately 5 minutes. Dr diagnosis was low electrolytes and potassium. No long term issues noted.

February 20, 2026 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator POWERED HAULAGE
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee pinched their right pinky finger between the forklift mast and the tip dumpster while assisting another employee in latching the tip dumpster. A fracture was diagnosed on 02/24/2026.

February 4, 2026 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck by falling object

While changing rollers in an impact zone a roller frame assembly fell smashing employees left thumb causing a laceration requiring 12 sutures.

January 13, 2026 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

CLP Ops Employee was sprayed in the eye by a mist of acidic solution while disassembling a diaphragm pump suction hose. Employee was wearing eye protection/safety glasses.

December 12, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Mine Maintenance Employee lost balance and fell backward onto dipper floor when pry bar slipped out of leverage point, injured hip and shoulder.

November 25, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

During an attempt to remove rigging from a hook on a forklift, the operator extended the boom to assist the rigger. Unfortunately, this action caused the rigger's hand to become trapped between the knuckle of the mat and the item they had just lifted, resulting in three broken bones in EE's right hand.

November 7, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Mill Ops Employee tripped over feed cart track, rolled ankle.

October 16, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck by falling object

Mill Maint Employee's hand pinned by concave liner at primary crusher.

October 14, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Mill Maintenance Employee sustained crush injury during maintenance activity on the XCC 2 Belt.

October 6, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck by falling object

when entering the lube room a 1" shackle fell and stuck EE on top of right foot behind steel toe protection. EE does recall where it fell from when EE entered the lube room.

September 25, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

MIS Employee sustained laceration using cable splicing knife to open a tablet box.

September 24, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Tire Tech pinched hand with torque gun during maintenance activity on LDR1.

September 23, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal mechanic helper HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

Mill Maint Employee sustained rope burn to their hand while changing out a return idler on 5 Belt XCC.

September 22, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck against a moving object

HT135 Operator rough load injury by SH23.

September 10, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal welder (non-shop) POWERED HAULAGE
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck by powered moving object

While removing a catwalk by the plenum, a forklift fork became caught under the platform and lifted it slightly, grazing a welder's shin and causing a small cut above the left ankle.

August 28, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck by flying object

Changing tire on skid steer, employee was using a ratchet strap to wrap tire to aid in seating the bead for inflation. Once the bead was set and able to receive air the rachet strap was released and the handle sprung back and caught the employee in the right forearm causing a 2" laceration that required 5 stiches.

August 12, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

HT135 Operator pinched/lacerated finger by stuck/malfunctioning boarding ladder.

July 29, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck by falling object

The injured employee was attempting to cut the lower mud ring on a gear half that was positioned on a concrete floor, with the split line partially overhanging a small concrete retaining wall. The employee reached with both hands under the gear to cut the mud ring, and the gear shifted, striking them in the hard hat and both hands.

July 21, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal utility man, shift tech, service/dump truck operator DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS)
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Contact with heat

Mine Ops Employee experienced heat dehydration/heath exhaustion.

June 17, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck by flying object

Mine Maintenance Employee struck/dragged across ground approximately 6 feet by SH22 hoist ropes during maintenance activity.

May 28, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Mine Tech Employee mentioned a "twinge" in their leg to a co-worker approximately 30 minutes prior to the end of their shift. About an hour after their shift, Employee reports the pain their leg had intensified to the point that they could barely walk, at which time they contacted their supervisor to report it.

May 6, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Mill Maintenance Employee reported back pain upon lifting an acetylene bottle.

April 2, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck by falling object

EE was organizing lower tire yard. While moving wheels to scrap, EE had stacked Wheel #@1 on top of wheel #2, when wheel#3 that was standing next to the stacked wheels fell into wheel#2 while EE's left hand was in the line of fire, resulting in a broken left ring finger above the first joint.

March 24, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec OTHER
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Unclassified, insufficient data

On 3/24/25 at approximately 11:37 AM a mayday was initiated for an employee who passed out. CPR was initiated and the employee was shocked with an AED multiple times. WVFD arrived on scene and took over CPR but was unable to revive the employee. The scene was secured and legal notifications were promptly made.

March 5, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal assayer, geologist, metallurgist, engineer, engineer management HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee lost footing while looking for rocks/minerals while taking a break from the rock wall logging work being performed. The employee used the rock wall to brace from EE's fall and received a laceration to EE's left pinky finger that resulted in three stitches.

February 5, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal mechanic helper MACHINERY
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee's right index fingertip was amputated inside the pin hole of the Tube Press 6 ram when the Overhead Crane raised the yolk out of the candle eye.

February 3, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal drill helper SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Driller helper had right foot on the drill rod bin skid while marking the drill pipe. When EE stepped down off the skid, 8", EE rolled left ankle. After alerting the mine safety team and following their protocols, they went to a clinic where x-rays were negative. They diagnosed EE with a sprained ankle and put EE on restricted duty.

January 16, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck against stationary object

On 1/16/25 at 11:40am worker was putting pins on a shovel track. As worker stepped down the worker stepped on a rock making rt. ankle twist. ERT on site assessed the injury and recommended a medical evaluation. Diagnosis of a rt. ankle sprain. No fracture. Minor restrictions have been recommended. Employee follow up with clinic in 2 weeks.

January 9, 2025 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Mill Maint Employee struck/injured by angle iron during maintenance activity.

December 10, 2024 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Mill Maint Employee rolled ankle on uneven concrete at Lower Moly Feed Pumps.

December 8, 2024 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal master mechanic, foreman, supervisor HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Training Dept Employee injured finger attempting to change Dozer D6-4 dipper height; dipper slipped and smashed left point finger.

November 24, 2024 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer MACHINERY
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck against a moving object

Dozer D10-23 Operator reported pop in back and immediate pain.

October 27, 2024 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver FIRE
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Unclassified, insufficient data

HT204 caught fire; as Mentor was exiting cab they sustained a burn to their right forearm. Employee had only First Aid treatment; however, they currently have restrictions due to and is undergoing treatment mental issues following the incident.

October 11, 2024 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

CLP Employee sustained small laceration to left index finger by 50-inch gasket when dropping in dumpster.

October 9, 2024 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal assayer, geologist, metallurgist, engineer, engineer management SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Mine Tech Employee reported pinching sensation in knee when exiting Light Vehicle ENG28. Likely aggravation of pre-existing condition.

October 8, 2024 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

As a coworker was climbing into a crew van, EE dropped EE's cup of coffee into the boot of the injured employee. The hot coffee caused a burn to IE's right foot!

September 5, 2024 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal crane operator, mobile equipment operator (meo), dragline operator, dropball operator, rigger HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Mine Maintenance Employee sustained arm laceration by Loader wire rope choker sling.

September 4, 2024 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Mine Maintenance Employee sustained hand laceration through leather gloves while assisting with maintenance on Dozer D10-24.

August 26, 2024 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Fall from machine

HT222 Operator lost their footing while descending the boarding ladder and twisted their ankle.

August 6, 2024 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Mill Ops Employee struck/injured by high-pressure water hose nozzle in the rougher basement.

July 29, 2024 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal ball/rod/pebble/hand/limestone/dry mill operator, roller operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Fall from ladders

Mill Services Employee working in the Mill Ops roughers basement climbing to unhook a hose caught on equipment/machinery fell backwards from A3 to A4 transition chute from 4+ ft elevation, landing on a water addition line.

July 17, 2024 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Electrician working on GL2 belt reported sharp pain in leg after tripping or "stepping wrong" on step of stairs while reaching for rope switch. Potential exacerbation of pre-existing injury/condition.

July 15, 2024 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal leaching operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

SX-EW Employee was splashed in the face and eyes with sulfuric acid diluted solution.

July 13, 2024 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS (TOXIC AGENTS)
Freeport-McMoRan Bagdad Inc · Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

HT229 Operator experienced allergic reaction to hand sanitizer (itchiness and difficulty breathing). NOTE: Shift started at 6:30 PM on 7/12/2024.

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