Mining Incidents

South Pasture Mine Metal/Non-Metal

Controlled by Mosaic Company
Wauchula, Hardee County, FL  ·  Active
MSHA Mine ID: 0800903

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Fatalities
1
Total incidents
191
Years on record
2000–2020
Latest incident
Nov 2020
Compliance record
MSHA citations since 2000
312
citations
74
significant & substantial
$163,038
proposed penalties
$113,609
paid to date
Source: MSHA violations data, updated weekly.
Quarterly safety rates
Citations per million employee-hours, as reported to MSHA
Quarter Hours worked Citations S&S Per 1M hrs
2025 Q4 22,795 6 2 263.2
2025 Q3 21,317 0 0 0.0
2025 Q2 4,279 0 0 0.0
2025 Q1 19,200 0 0 0.0
2024 Q3 3,675 0 0 0.0
2024 Q2 14,233 0 0 0.0
2023 Q4 3,675 0 0 0.0
2023 Q3 0 1 0
Quarters under 100,000 reported hours are greyed: too few hours for a stable rate.

Fatalities at this mine

1 recorded
February 12, 2011 FL · Metal/Non-Metal grader operator, roadgrader operator Fatality · MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EARLY MORNING AND THE SUN WASN'T COMPLETELY UP HOWEVER IT WAS LIGHT ENOUGH FOR GOOD VISIBILITY WITH OR WITHOUT LIGHTS BEING ON. BACK UP ALARM WAS FOUND TO BE IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION. The victim was struck by a road grader when it backed up. The accident occurred in the staging area where the victim and other coworkers were checking their equipment for the shift.

Reportable incidents

190 on file (excluding fatalities above)

2020 · 5 incidents

November 16, 2020 FL · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Climbing down from scraper and as reached the ground, right ankle rolled & right knee twisted and popped. Possible partial ligament tear to right knee.

June 11, 2020 FL · Metal/Non-Metal scraper-loader operator MACHINERY
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Struck against a moving object

Employee was operating a 657 scraper and hit a small rough spot on the haul road, resulting in back and shoulder pain. EE stopped the equipment, and when the scraper was inspected it was found that the threaded yoke and linkage rod threads stripped out at the cushion hitch valve. The employee is currently on restrictions.

May 21, 2020 FL · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator MACHINERY
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Injured employees right thumb lodged between a 1/2 inch winch cable and a AWJ drill rod causing a compression injury.

January 3, 2020 FL · Metal/Non-Metal trespasser POWERED HAULAGE
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Struck against a moving object

Trespassers suspected of poaching were spotted by FWC on mine property. When FWC officer activated the emergency lights, the suspects took off on an ATV at a high rate of speed, traveling on the crest road of a dam. The ATV left the roadway traveling down the dam coming to rest on it's roof on the dam's toe road. Both suspects were taken to the hospital.

January 3, 2020 FL · Metal/Non-Metal trespasser POWERED HAULAGE
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Struck against a moving object

Trespassers suspected of poaching were spotted by FWC on mine property. When FWC officer activated the emergency lights, the suspects took off on an ATV at a high rate of speed, traveling on the crest road of a dam. The ATV left the roadway traveling down the dam coming to rest on it's roof on the dam's toe road. Both suspects were taken to the hospital.

2019 · 1 incident

December 26, 2019 FL · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Fall down stairs

While ascending spillway stairs employee slipped and fell causing EE to twist EE's ankle. Sprain was treated conservatively. Employee's personal Physician ordered X-ray due to discomfort. Company Physician had X-ray repeated which revealed a fracture. Employee was placed on restricted duty on 2/11/20.

2018 · 1 incident

February 27, 2018 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman OTHER
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

6 man crew was planting vegetation in 18" of water. Worker was bit on left side by an alligator. Pre-job inspection showed no alligator presence. Spotter in place did not see gators until incident occurred. Employee taken to emergency room treated for injury on left hand, significant damage to thumb. Also cuts on torso under left arm and abrasions on back and stomach.

2017 · 4 incidents

December 6, 2017 FL · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer OTHER
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Struck by flying object

While performing inspections/PM EE felt something in left eye. EE did not report to supervisor and went to a walk in clinic the next day. A foreign object was found and removed from left eye. EE reported when returning for normal shift 12/11, Restrictions - No driving CMV - other accommodations have been made.

July 17, 2017 FL · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator POWERED HAULAGE
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Struck against a moving object

A front-end loader traveling on a mine road broke through into a water conveyance ditch and overturned. A contractor noticed the overturned equipment and responded to the site. Contractor employees immediately notified Mosaic supervision who activated the site ERT. ERT contacted 911.

March 31, 2017 FL · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Fall from machine

Employee was dismounting off of the payloader when they fell, landing on the left wrist. Employee misjudged the distance from the bottom step to the ground and fell to the ground. The ground was uneven where the employee was dismounting off of the payloader.

February 13, 2017 FL · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Walking to the water jack, the employee's right leg slipped out from under EE and caught self by planting left leg. Emp was seen by company nurse on 2/13 given ibuprofen and ice packs. On 2/16 company nurse re-evaluated emp placed employee on Restricted duty due to the swelling and complaint of pain.

2016 · 2 incidents

June 26, 2016 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee exited the truck and closed the door on right hand ring finger. Resulting an approximate 2 inch avulsed area on the finger.

June 9, 2016 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

The sealing water hoses for the pit pump had been disconnected and were being stowed on the pump sled by 2 members of the float crew. As the flanged end of the hose was being rolled up on the sled the employees gloved left hand was caught between the flange and the pump gearbox, causing an avulsed area on the left index finger.

2015 · 4 incidents

December 11, 2015 FL · Metal/Non-Metal drill helper HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Right hand caught between end of pipe wrench and helpers stand. Resulted in broken index finger & laceration of index, middle and ring fingers - 9 stitches total.

December 2, 2015 FL · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee A and B were working on water line tank. Employee B stopped swinging the hammer to let Employee A use the impact to loosen the bolt. Employee A reached for the spinning nut and Employee B swung the hammer at the same time striking Employee A.

July 20, 2015 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Struck against stationary object

In the process of bolting pipe together the Employee wiped the flange off with his hand a metal splinter stuck into his right ring finger. A local anesthetic was administered and the fragment was removed. The employee was given a written prescription for antibiotics and sent for an x-ray at a local hospital to ensure all metal from the splinter had been removed.

February 20, 2015 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was sliding a fork on the forklift and pinched his right thumb between the cage and the fork.

2014 · 4 incidents

December 3, 2014 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Fall onto or against objects

Employees were tasked with changing out the paddles on the C Log washer. Employee was attempting to step over a spray water brace on top of the log when he stumbled. He put his left arm against the guard on the side of the log washer to catch his fall. Employee then reported that he felt like his shoulder was dislocated and he was in pain.

October 21, 2014 FL · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was changing out a ballast in wall mount light turned to set it down and felt a pinch in his stomach. He though it was the harness pinching him, and keep right on working.

September 22, 2014 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Mosaic Fertilizer, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While the 852 drag line was walking, an operator was walking in front of the machine to ensure power cables were clear of the tub. Due to recent rainfall, the area was saturated and muddy. As the operator was walking thru the mud, he felt a pain in his lower back as he pulled his foot out of deep mud.

March 8, 2014 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Technician was exiting a dragline via stairs and sprained his right ankle as he stepped into a depression on the ground caused by the dragline shoe

2013 · 6 incidents

December 13, 2013 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Lifetime of heavy labor resulting in a hernia.

October 14, 2013 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by falling object

employee cleaning tools & materials off bed of maint truck. Emp bent over to pick up choker off ground, had hand resting on edge of storage box and lid fell on his left hand, causing a fracture of the 3rd metacarpal of left hand.

June 5, 2013 FL · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was installing a section of 20 inch steel pipe to a 90 degree fitting. Two employees utilized hand tools to attempt to free a frozen nut. Employees hand was rotated toward the pipe causing his right ring finger to be caught in between the open end wrench and the pipe. Employee received a laceration requiring sutures to correct.

May 23, 2013 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Struck by flying object

While Mechanic's Helper was swinging sledge hammer, he missed intended target; causing a metal fragment to chip off.

March 11, 2013 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by falling object

while removing bolts from the belly pan it fell; causing blunt trauma to pinky and ring fingers.

February 12, 2013 FL · Metal/Non-Metal pumper SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall onto or against objects

Employee was exiting the float truck bed area, utilizing manufactured steps for egress. Instead of stepping straight down, the employee stepped to the left corner of the bumper step. The employee lost his balance striking his left shin on the left corner of the step bumper, resulting in a laceration that required stitches to correct.

2012 · 1 incident

January 26, 2012 FL · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

WHILE BACKING UP; OPERATOR HIT ROUGH AREA CAUSING HIM TO JOLT STRAINING HIS BACK.

2011 · 9 incidents

November 30, 2011 FL · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Obstructed area causing Operator to improperly dismount.

November 28, 2011 FL · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

Rough ground conditions causing Operator to hit hole in haul road.

September 29, 2011 FL · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

employee was injured replacing the liner in a small trash can in the Electrical Dept's lunchroom. As he was tearing a new bag from the roll, his right index finger contacted a large piece of glass sitting on an adjacent desktop. The employee was transported to our clinic where 8 stitches were provided to treat the laceration

September 21, 2011 FL · Metal/Non-Metal hand loader, hand trammer HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Small space that mechanic was working in limited visibility and was only able to rely on touch/feel.

July 27, 2011 FL · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

WHILE HAULING FILL; OPERATOR HIT HOLE IN ROAD CAUSING SHARP PAIN IN HIS BACK.

June 1, 2011 FL · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator POWERED HAULAGE
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

While hauling fill; IW hit rock on haul road causing pan to jolt.

March 22, 2011 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

employee working was lubricating a 3/4 inch air ratchet with oil. While clearing excess oil from ratchet, oil mist sprayed into eyes. Employee treated and evaluated with chemical conjunctivitis in both eyes. He was prescribed anti-inflammatory and antibiotic medications and released to return to work with no restrictions.

March 4, 2011 FL · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While dismounting machine, IW stepped on uneven ground conditions, causing foot to slip.

January 13, 2011 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

MS EMPLOYEES WERE MOVING CRIBBING AT THE CF HARDEE BUCKET YARD. EE'S WERE WORKING TOGETHER, STACKING CRIBBING ON A FORKLIFT. WHILE STACKING THE CRIBBING, INJURED EE GOT THE PINKY AND RING FINGER ON HIS LEFT HAND CAUGHT IN A PINCH POINT.

2010 · 14 incidents

October 5, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE WAS USING A 4' PRY BAR TO SLIDE A PIECE OF DECK PLATE THAT HE WAS WORKING ON IN THE CF MAINTENANCE SHOP. THE PRY BAR SLIPPED AND THEN SMASHED HIS LEFT INDEX FINGER (THROUGH HIS GLOVE) BETWEEN THE PRY BAR AND A PIECE OF ANGLE.

October 4, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Struck by flying object

Miner was hammering a keeper pin into place on a dragline bucket tooth when he missed the pin, striking the tooth itself with the hammer. A sliver of metal chipped off of the tooth and struck the miner between the first and second finger of his left hand. It required three stitches to close the laceration and the employee was released back to work with no restrictions.

September 30, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal pumper HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

While trying to loosen bolts on plate; IW felt sharp pain in right shoulder

July 15, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer POWERED HAULAGE
C F Industries Inc · Struck by flying object

While operating pan on dusty haul road; dust entered IW eye.

July 7, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal pumper HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Struck by flying object

EE was attempting to insert a spike puller to remove a spike, when the action of hitting said spike puller dislodged a piece of an old weld that had adhered itself to the spike. When this piece became dislodged, it flew up & hit him in the neck causing a laceration that required two (2) stitches to close. EE was transported to ER for treatment. Released, no duty restrictions.

June 28, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Mechanic was using a lathe to fab part for a track torch. Metal shavings spun around & caught his left index finger, causing a laceration. He was treated by the facility Nurse & sent to local clinic where he received 11 sutures and was returned to work with restrictions.

June 25, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A mechanic was using a cutting torch to split a 20 pipe for a wear band. He cut thru the pipe & stored energy in the pipe caused it to spring open striking his left ring finger was struck by pipe. He was evaluated by facility Nurse & sent to local clinic for x-ray, which confirmed a fracture. His finger was set & splinted. He was released to return to work with restrictions.

June 22, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

While attempting to turn disconnect switch off; plastic casing came off release handle causing hand to slip.

June 4, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Struck by falling object

A Maintenance employee was working in the Washer structure. Employee was standing on the ground directing a crane into place when he was struck in the mouth by a falling piece of rock. The employee was taken to Occupational Health Partners where he received 13 sutures. The employee was released to return to work with no restrictions.

April 29, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall onto or against objects

EE was dismounting machine when his foot slipped causing his leg to hit track pad growser.

April 15, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal pumper HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While attempting to check final drive on D8 Dozer #1702; IW was using a ratchet to pull up causing pain to in middle of back.

March 25, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Struck by flying object

While using chipper hammer to clean rails off; hammer hit metal causing a piece of metal to come off corner of hammer and lodging into middle finger of right hand.

March 20, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was stepping over a matrix pipe line carrying a small aluminum ladder. Employee stated that he felt a pain in his lower back. A subsequent examination and evaluation by a physcian resulted in the diagnosis of a muscle strain. Employee was allowed to return to work on modified duty with work limitations pending full recovery.

March 10, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

A contractor employee was in the process of removing electrical zip ties from bundled electrical cords using a pocket knife. The knife slipped and the employee was cut on his left thumb through his cotton work glove. The laceration required three sutures to close. The miner was released back to work with no restrictions.

2009 · 12 incidents

December 9, 2009 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Miner was tightening bolts on a piece of equipment when a bolt snapped. The sudden decrease in resistance caused the Miner's hand to fly back, mashing his right ring finger between the wrench handle and a nearby pipe. This resulted in the Miner receiving 5 sutures on the affected finger.

October 9, 2009 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee was engaged in cutting, grinding, and welding activities when he noted discomfort in his right eye. A subsequent examination later the same day by an Optometric Physician revealed the presence of a paint chip. It was removed and the employee was allowed to return to work with no restrictions.

September 26, 2009 FL · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer POWERED HAULAGE
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

Operator hit bump in haul road causing him to lose control of truck. Dump truck came to rest in ditch after hitting guard rail.

September 5, 2009 FL · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee did not have proper foot placing and twisted left ankle. In an attempt to break fall, employee injured left hand. Employee suffered sprain/strain to ankle and two fingers. No fractures.

July 28, 2009 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman POWERED HAULAGE
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was driving a vehicle alongside of a materials pipe line, when a stud on the right front tire struck a pipe flange, causing the wheel to suddenly jerk. This in turn caused the steering wheel of the vehicle to unexpectedly spin, yanking the emploee's left thumb downward and causing a "Bennett Fractue".

July 1, 2009 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was attempting to empty a trash drum when he heard a popping sound in his right elbow. The initial doctor evaluation reccomended immobalization of arm until further testing. A subsequent examination by orthopedic specialist revealed a damaged right bicep muscle.

April 17, 2009 FL · Metal/Non-Metal drill helper HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Laborer was moving tools & reports tweaking back muscle while pulling on rope. Laborer was immediately removed from jobsite to office to report injury and taken for medical evaluation. Local MSHA office and mine company personnel notified immediately.

April 2, 2009 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator POWERED HAULAGE
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee was operating an open cab tractor when he was struck on the right temple by a piece of PVC pipe that was lying in the back of a parked truck. Employee was briefly knocked unconscious and was taken to the hospital for treatment and evaluation. Employee was released and allowed to return to work the evening of the incident.

March 28, 2009 FL · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was driving wooden wedges under the tub of a 1370 dragline to tighten the cribbing under the tub. On his backswing, he hit some adjacent cribbing, altering the path of the sledge hammer and hit his left foot.

March 23, 2009 FL · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Struck by flying object

An employee was removing lube piping while another employee about 10 feet behind him was operating a grinder. A piece of metal from the grinding hit the inside of his safety glasses and bounced into his eye.

February 18, 2009 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was lining up a trunion pin on a dragline bucket and his right pinky finger was caught in a pinch point.

February 18, 2009 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

While installing a mechanical gearbox in the Benification Plant, employee's left index finger was pinched between the gearbox and an adjacent handrail.

2008 · 9 incidents

October 29, 2008 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

While replacing rubber coated material screens, employee struck his left index finger. The subsequent x-ray revealed a fracture.

September 20, 2008 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Unsecured metal pipe being moved by payloader.

July 29, 2008 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by rolling or sliding object

Metal Pipe was not secured properly allowing it to roll over top of left foot.

May 15, 2008 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was working on the back end of a moving trailer when he lost his footing and fell to the ground. A Straw Blower machine attached to the back of the trailer ran over the employee's pelvic area.

May 9, 2008 FL · Metal/Non-Metal coal/ore shovel operator, shoveler, power shoveler SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall onto or against objects

Employee was climbing on to an excavator when his foot slipped off the track. He used his right hand to catch him self and this is when his right hand struck the track and caused a small laceration to his index finger. He recieved two stiches in his right index finger and no medications. Returned to work the same day.

March 7, 2008 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator OCCUPATIONAL SKIN DISEASES
C F Industries Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee broke out in a rash on various parts of his body.

March 7, 2008 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator OCCUPATIONAL SKIN DISEASES
C F Industries Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee broke out in a rash on various parts of his body.

January 25, 2008 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Mud on draw bar pin, making it difficult to remove.

January 15, 2008 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Cylinder not in secured position.**Employee replacing hydraulic cylinder on Pan.**

2007 · 10 incidents

November 8, 2007 FL · Metal/Non-Metal assayer, geologist, metallurgist, engineer, engineer management HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

EE stepped in hole/fell/grabbed pick-up truck tailgate/lacerated left ring finger tip.

October 5, 2007 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While cutting and placing rubber materials into an inlet chute employee was holding a rubber cutting knife when he accidentally dragged the knife across his left thumb.

August 3, 2007 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was washing down the ground floor of the washer when he slipped and fell to the concrete floor.

May 23, 2007 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was picking up power cable to move and slide over pipe when cable slipped pinning right hand between the pipe and hot stick. Contusion to top of r/hand. Treated & released to full duty w/MMI @ 0% PPI & dscharged from care. No meds prescribed. One time visit, first aid status. Conduct a JSA and retrain for the task as necessary to prevent reoccurrence.

May 8, 2007 FL · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Operator slipped, dirt on steps.

March 6, 2007 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee was attempting to unchoke an overflow line with a small piece of pipe when the obstruction broke free which caused his left hand to strike the overflow box.

January 31, 2007 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was using a 3" hole saw bit on a 1/2" variable speed drill when the pilot broke causing the hole saw to bite into the metal and rip the drill out of his right hand.

January 22, 2007 FL · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Machine turned over landing on worker.

2006 · 11 incidents

December 28, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal outside foreman, leadman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

While removing a 20" blind from between two flanges on a pipeline, the bucket on the PC 400 excavator struck employee on his left middle finger and smashed it between the bucket and the pipe.

November 27, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal assayer, geologist, metallurgist, engineer, engineer management HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee was cleaning out a pickup truck when he struck his elbow on the bed toolbox.

August 8, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee had opened several valves during work tasks on 8-8-06. On 8-9-06 his left shoulder was hurting. Employeee did not report a work related injury until 10-3-06. On 10-25-06 a Doctor stated his injured shoulder may may be work related.

July 29, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman OTHER
C F Industries Inc · Unclassified, insufficient data

Employee was working on a sand/clay pump when his breathing became labored and his head began to throb. Employee was transported to hospital via EMS.

June 14, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was installing a 1/4 inch steel plate into a log discharge chute when he felt a sharp pain in his lower back.

June 9, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee was attempting to un-choke a secondary log using a piece of galvanized pipe when he struck his right middle finger on the edge of the overflow chute.

May 25, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by falling object

Employee was removing a wedged shackle from a fairlead when the shackle loosened which allowed the fairlead cable to strike him.

May 23, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Was crossing over a pipe on the West Side Float Crew, with bolts in both hands, and did not see hole, similar to pothole on other side. As he crossed over pipe, right foot went down into pothole, causing him to lose his balance. As he tried to regain balance to avoid falling, twisted right ankle.

April 22, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator POWERED HAULAGE
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

OPERATING SCRAPER, HAULING FILL. HIT HOLE IN THE ROUGH TERRAIN (STRAINED HIS BACK).

January 18, 2006 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was placing a trommel screen into a lifting box when the screen dropped and smashed his finger between two screens.

2005 · 15 incidents

November 29, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee was stepping off a feed pump when his right shin struck a guard bracket.

November 26, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

LATCH HOLDING FUEL HOSE CAME LOOSE

October 26, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

MACHINE BACKFIRING AFTER NOT BEING STARTED FOR A FEW DAYS, COLD WEATHER

October 21, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

PIECE OF GRINDING DISC HIT FINGER.

September 29, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall onto or against objects

SLIPPED ON WET TRACKS

August 15, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was working on a flange when his right ring finger was smashed between the flange and work table.

August 2, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was operating a small boat when it became stuck in the mud. While trying to free the boat by pushing with a plow he strained his right shoulder.

July 29, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal rodman, surveyor/transit helper SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Strained right ankle. Contributing factor uneven ground twisted ankle!

May 30, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall from machine

Employee was climbing onto a bulldozer when he reached for the hand grab and missed it which caused him to fall backwards to the ground.

April 15, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
C F Industries Inc · Struck by flying object

WINDY CONDITIONS, NOT WEARING SAFETY GLASSES, CONTRIBUTED TO DEBRIS ENTERING EYE.

March 29, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall onto or against objects

At time of accident, there was neither unsafe acts or conditions contributing to this injury. (MOUNTING DOZER, FELL AGAINST TRACKS & LACERATED SCALP.)

March 28, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall onto or against objects

No mechanical hazards or violations of safety rules were noted as reason for accident. Weather conditions were not a factor. (He lacerated his ring finger dismounting equipment)

February 9, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

Rough ramp area-operator failing to maintain speed with condition

February 2, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall from machine

Improper 3 pt dismount procedure - no use of handrails.

January 5, 2005 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
C F Industries Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

MUCK POND AREA KNOWN FOR INSECTS & SPIDERS

2004 · 17 incidents

December 29, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by flying object

Employee was working in the Sizing section of the plant.

December 27, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by flying object

Employee was repairing a hydraulic leak when a foregin material entered his left eye.

December 1, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was helping lift a heavy flex when he felt a sharp pain between his shoulder blades.

November 24, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

Employee was checking tension on a pull rope with his open palm when the rope snapped.

October 18, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall from machine

Employee was stranding in the back of a pickup truck retrieving a flashlight from a tool box when he tripped on materials stored in the truck bed and fell out of the truck.

October 7, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee stepped into a puddle of water that was actually a hole that had been washed out by a leaking underground pipe.

September 20, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

Employee was using an oxy-acetylene torch when the head of the lit torch came in close proximity of his left forearem and burned it.

August 2, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Struck by flying object

Employee had attached a chain cumalong to the a section of grating and was applying upward pressure. He had also placed a 30" spud bar into the grating with the intention of applying leverage to the low spot. The weld and clip holding the grating broke loose causing the spud bar to be thrown upward and strike the employee on the nose.

June 26, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EMPLOYEE STEPPED DOWN FROM COMPACTOR TURNING HIS LEFT LEG CAUSING MUSCLE STRAIN. WET CONDITIONS WERE A CONTRIBUTORY FACTOR.

June 17, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech POWERED HAULAGE
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee was operating a Genie Z-80 Manlift on the North side of the washer. While attempting to scope in the basket, a pin retainer made contact with a section of conduit and caused the manbasket boom to become jammed. Upon trying to unjam the boom, the boom suddenly thrusted upward and caused the employees head to strike a pipe.

April 14, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

Installing muffler on equipment (pan) lacerated knuckle on right hand.

February 23, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal POWERED HAULAGE
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

WHEN STOPPING A 120 HIGHREACH IT JERKED UPON STOPPING AND CAUSED AN EE TO STRIKE THE EDGE OF THE BASKET AND INJUR HIS BACK.

February 18, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal NO VALUE FOUND
C F Industries Inc · No Value Found

Employee was working on the 1370 dragline. He was stepping down off bottom step of the drag trough crossover stairs when his left foot slipped on the steel plate floor which caused his weight to shift and twist his right knee.

February 13, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

WHILE WORKING ON D-8 MECHANIC PUT HIS RIGHT KNEE DOWN ON A BOLT THAT WAS ON THE GROUND.

January 9, 2004 FL · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EMPLOYEE STEPPED DOWN OFF A L320 LOADER AND FELT AN UNUSUAL SENSATION IN HIS BACK.

2003 · 19 incidents

December 22, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS PULLING MAST PINS ON THE 862 DRAGLINE, WHEN THE FIRST PIN VAME OUT, THE LINK THAT IT WAS IN SHIFTED AND PUSHED THE PIN TO THE SIDE TRAPPING HIS HAND BETWEEN THE PIN AND A HANDRAIL .

December 10, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Struck by flying object

EE WAS USING AN AIR ARCH TORCH WHEN A FOREIGN MATERIAL ENTERED HIS LEFT EYE.

December 1, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal NO VALUE FOUND
C F Industries Inc · No Value Found

EE WAS DESCENDING STEPS WHEN SHE SLIPPED AND FELL TO A LOWER LEVEL.

November 25, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by falling object

EMPLOYEE WAS FUELING MOBILE EQUIPMENT WHEN A FOREIGN OBJECT ENTERED HIS RIGHT EYE.

November 13, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal NO VALUE FOUND
C F Industries Inc · No Value Found

EE WAS USING A SHOVEL WHICH AGGRAVATED AN EXISTING BACK CONDITION.

October 31, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

EE WAS WALKING UNDER A SULFURIC ACID PIPE WHEN SEVERAL DROPS OF ACID FELL ON HIS ARM AND SHOULDER. THE ACID DRAIN LINE WAS CLOGGED AND DIDN'T ALLOW ACID TO DRAIN FROM LINE AS NEEDED.

October 25, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal NO VALUE FOUND
C F Industries Inc · No Value Found

DRIVING D400 DUMP TRUCK - HIT HOLE IN HAUL ROAD - GOING TOO FAST.

October 22, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS WALKING UNDER AN OAK TREE WHEN HE STUMBLED AND LOST HIS BALANCE. AS HE TRIED TO REGAIN HIS BALANCE HIS LEFT FOOT TURNED SIDEWAYS AS IT CONTACTED THE GROUND.

October 14, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator POWERED HAULAGE
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

DOZER OPERATOR CAME UP FROM BEHIND EE ON PAN, HIT HIM TOO HARD JARRING HIS BACK AND NECK.

October 13, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EE WAS BENDING OVER TO PICK UP MATERIALS WHEN HE FELT A STRIN IN HIS LOWER BACK.

August 5, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE WAS FABRICATING AN ALUMINUM SLIDE GATE BOX FOR THE PEBBLE BIN. WHEN EE ATTEMPTED TO REPOSITION THE BOX, WHICH WAS RESTING ON METAL SAW HORSES, THE BOX SLIPPED AND PINCHED HIS FINGER BETWEEN THE BOX AND SAW HORSE.

July 21, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

EMPLOYEE WAS LOOSENING BOLT, WRENCH SLIPPED, HIS HAND HIT METAL SPUR CAUSING SMALL LACERATION ON RIGHT HAND.

May 10, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal backhoe operator, trackhoe operator, crane operator MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

WHILE BEING LOADED PAN PULLED AWAY FROM DOZER, WHEN DOZER CAUGHT UP WITH PAN, HE HIT THE PAN TOO HARD.

May 8, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

MECHANIC WAS USING RATCHET WITH A PIPE TO LOOSEN MOTOR MOUNT BOLTS. SOCKET SLIPPED OFF BOLT CAUSING MECHANIC TO CUT HIS FINGER.

April 3, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EMPLOYEE WAS PULLING ON A WASHDOWN WATERHOSE WHEN HIS FOOT CAUGHT ON A SECTION OF GRATING. WHENN HE TRIED TO RECOVER HIS BALANCE HE SLIPPED ON THE WET FLOOR AND HIS LEFT KNEE INJURED WHEN HE F ELL.

March 5, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE WAS BOLTING PIPE TOGETHER WHEN THE TIP OF HIS FINGER WAS SMASHED BETWEEN THE HEAD OF A BOLT AND THE PIPE.

March 4, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

EE WAS SETTING UP A JOB WHEN HIS WELDING STINGER WAS DRAGGED ACROSS THE EQUIPMENT AND ARCHED. HIS LEFT HAND WAS CLOSE TO THE ARCHING AREA OF THE STINGER.

February 14, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal NO VALUE FOUND
C F Industries Inc · No Value Found

EE WAS DRILLING OUT PACKING GLAND STUD, HOLES WITH A 90 DEGREE DRILL WHICH CAUSED HIS RIGHT HAND TO BE UNDER PRESSURE AND IN AN AWKWARD POSITION FOR APP 25 MINUTES. THIS TASK CAUSED NUMBNESS I N HIS RIGHT HAND AND FINGER.

January 18, 2003 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

WHILE USING CUTTING TORCHES TO REMOVE CUTTING EDGE BOLTS ON PAN, SPARK WENT IN EAR.

2002 · 18 incidents

December 12, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EMPLOYEE WAS HOLDING A MOTOR BASE BOLT WITH HIS HAND AS THE MOTOR WAS BEING LOWERED INTO PLACE, THE EMPLOYEE'S HAND WAS CAUGHT BETWEEN THE BOLT AND THE MOTOR BASE. EMPLOYEE'S HAND WAS PLACED I N A PINCH POINT.

November 20, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

WHILE IN THE PROCESS OF ROLLING PIPE EE FELT A PAIN IN HIS BACK WHICH CAUSED HIM TO FALL TO HISLEFT KNEE AND BRUISE IT.

October 22, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EMPLOYEE WAS ADJUSTING A VALVE POSITIONER WHEN THE ACTUATER ARM MOVED AND PINNED HIS HAND AGAINST THE PLATE.

October 3, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal truck driver HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS HELPING TO REMOVE BLADE FROM TRACTOR-HIT SHIN ON BLADE SCRAPING SKIN OFF SHIN TO FOOT-POSSIBLE HAIRLINE FRACTURE ON RIGHT FOOT BONE.

October 3, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall from machine

EE STEPPED OFF TAILGATE OF TRUCK.

September 14, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

BACKED INTO DRAINAGE DITCH.

September 4, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal coal sampler SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS WALKING IN AREA OF THICK BRUSH WHEN HE HYPEREXTENDED HIS RIGHT KNEE.

September 3, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

EE WAS MOVING A 4-0 POWER CABLE BY HAND WHEN HE FELT A PAIN IN HIS LOWER BACK.

May 12, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall onto or against objects

EE WAS CHANGING OUT A PUMP SHELL AT #2 MATRIX BOOSTER PUMP WHEN HE SLIPPED ON THE PUMP SHELL AND FELL. AT THAT TIME HE ONLY EXPERIENCED MINOR PAIN IN HIS LOWER BACK AND REFUSED MEDICAL TREATME NT. ON 9/30/02 HE REPORTED TO THE NURSE COMPLAINING OF SEVERE LOWER BACK PAIN AND WAS REFERED TO A DOCTOR.

May 6, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal backhoe operator, trackhoe operator, crane operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

CLIMBING OFF BACK HOE (MACHINE) OIL ON TRACK, HE SLIPPED, CAUGHT WITH LEFT HAND AND HELD ON, PULLING MUSCLES IN SHOULDER.

May 2, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

EE WAS ACTING AS A FIRE WATCH WHEN A BALL OF SLAG FELL, HIT A BEAM, BOUNCED 15' & FELL DOWN THE SHIRT COLLAR & BURNED HIS UPPER BACK.

April 26, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall onto or against objects

EMPLOYEE WAS WALKING ACROSS LOG TEETH TO ACCESS A COME-ALONG. HIS FOOT SLIPPED OFF A TOOTH & HE FELL INTO A GUARD.

April 15, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal truck driver SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EMPLOYEE WAS MOUNTING DUMP TRUCK; HAND SLIPPED ON HANDRAIL. PULLED MUSCLES IN CHEST AND LEFT SHOULDER.

March 21, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

DISMOUNTING MACHINE, TURNED WHILE ON THE STEP, SLIPPED INJURING ANKLE.

March 20, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by falling object

TAKING BELLY PAN OFF SCRAPER, WHEN HE TOOK LAST BLT OUT, BELLY PN FELL ON HIS RIGHT ARM.

February 7, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal coal/ore shovel operator, shoveler, power shoveler SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

WHILE DISMOUNTING MACHINE, GRABBED HANDRAIL, HANDRAIL BROKE.

January 2, 2002 FL · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS RESOCKETING A DRAG CABLE WHEN THE END OF THE CABLE WHIPPED OVER AND STRUCK HIM ON THE RT.FOOT.

2001 · 15 incidents

December 19, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal backhoe operator, trackhoe operator, crane operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall from machine

OPERATOR WAS DISMOUNTING MACHINE, CABLE ON STEP BROKE.

December 5, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator POWERED HAULAGE
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

GOING TOO FAST ON HAUL ROAD, HIT BUMP OR HOLE, JARRED NECK. CERVICAL STRAIN.

December 3, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS WORKING ON AN AUTOMATIC LUBE SYSTEM ON THE 1370 DRAGLINE. WHEN A LUBE FINE RUPTURED AND ALLOWED HIGH PRESSURE LUBRICANT TO STRIKE EE IN THE CHEST.

November 10, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator OCCUPATIONAL SKIN DISEASES
C F Industries Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

HYDRAULIC OIL SPRAYED ON HIM WHEN HOSE BURST. HE WASHED IT OFF WITH MECHANIC SOAP. THIS CAUSED AN ALLERGIC REACTION.

August 13, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech POWERED HAULAGE
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS BACKING A MANLIFT WHEN THE LEVEL INDICATOR CAUSED THE LIFT TO ABRUPTLY STOP. HE WAS CARRYING A 1/2 X 4 X 7' PIECE OF ANGLE IRON ON TOP OFTHE BASKET WHICH STRUCK HIM IN THE CHEST AREA WH EN THE MANLIFT STOPPED.

July 10, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EMPLOYEE WAS STEPPING INTO A JON BOAT WHEN HIS RIGHT FOOT BECAME STUCK IN WET CLAY, AS HE PULLED HIS LEG HE FELT A POP IN HIS RIGHT KNEE.

July 3, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Struck by flying object

EMPLOYEE WAS REMOVING BOLTS WITH A 1/2 INCH IMPACT WRENCH WHEN THE SOCKET FLEW OFF AND STRUCK HIM ON THE BACK OF THE RIGHT HAND.

June 25, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

EE WAS SECURING A MOTOR WITH A COME-A-LONG WHEN THE CHAIN SLIPPED AND CAUSED HIS RIGHT ELBOW TO STRIKE THE TAILGATE OF THE PICKUP TRUCK.

June 13, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

EE WAS AIR GOUGING ON A DRAGLINE BUCKET WHEN A SMALL PIECE OF SLAG FELL INTO HIS WORK GLOVE AND BURNED THE MIDDLE FINGER ON HIS LEFT HAND. THIS ACCIDENT REPORTED UNTIL 6-19-01 AFTER THE BURN B ECAME INFECTED.

May 11, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

EE REPORTED TO THE NURSE ON 5/15 WITH WHAT APPEARED TO BE A SLAG BURN ON HIS RIGHT WRIST. HE STATED THAT HE WAS WORKING IN THE MAINTENANCE SHOP ON 5/11 AND WASN'T SURE WHEN IT HAPPENED. THE BU RN BECAME INFECTED AND NEEDED MEDICAL ATTENTION.

April 28, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal greaser, grease man, oiler, lube man, dragline oiler HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

WHILE TURNING WRENCH TO LOOSEN OIL FILTER, HE FELT PAIN IN BACK. PULLED MUSCLE.

April 4, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS PLACING A PIECE OF CRIBBING UNDER AN OUTRIGGER WHEN HE SMASHED HIS RIGHT RING FINGER BETWEEN THE CRIBBING AND THE OUTRIGGER.

March 21, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall onto or against objects

EE STANDING ON PUMP BEARING ASSEMBLY WHEN HIS FOOTING SLIPPED AND CAUSED HIM TO FALL INTO A PUMP SKILL DISCHARGE FLANGE.

February 7, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
C F Industries Inc · Struck by flying object

DURING THE DAY EE WAS USING A HAND HELD PORTABLE GRINDER IN A CONFINED SPACE. SOMETIME DURING THE DAY A PIECE OF METAL ENTERED HIS EYE BUT IT DID NOT EFFECT HIM UNTIL HE GOT HOME THAT NIGHT. E E WAS WEARING A GRINDING SHIELD AND SAFETY GLASSES DURING THE GRINDING TASKS.

January 9, 2001 FL · Metal/Non-Metal mine manager, mine foreman, mine owner HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS IN THE PROCESS OF CONNECTING TWO 100' JOINTS OF 24" PIPE. ONE JOINT WAS LYING ON THE GROUND WITH ONE END CRIBBED WITH A WOODEN BLOCK. THE OTHER JOINT WAS BEING MOVED INTO PLACE WITH A L OADER WHEN IT STRUCK THE FLANGE OF THE ONE ON THE GROUND. THIS CAUSED IT TO SLIDE ONTO THE EE'S FOOT.

2000 · 13 incidents

December 18, 2000 FL · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer POWERED HAULAGE
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

EE WAS REMOVING ROOTS FROM AN AREA THAT HAD ALREADY BEEN CLEARED HE BROKE THE ROOTS LOOSE & WAS IN PROCESS OF PICKING UP THE ROOT BALL, WHEN THEFRT END LOADER BUCKET HIT THE ROOT BALL STOPPING THE LOADER SUDDENLY EE CLAIMS HE WAS WEARING SEAT BELTS BUT THE SUDDEN STOP CAUSED HIM TO HITTHE STEERING WHEEL

October 18, 2000 FL · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS STRIPPING THE INSULATION OFF A PIECE OF ELECTRICAL WIRE WHEN HIS KNIFE SLIPPED AND LACERATED HIS LEFT THUMB.

October 3, 2000 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator OTHER
C F Industries Inc · Struck by flying object

EMPLOYEE WAS CLOSING A VALVE AT THE SAND/CLAY MIX STATION WHEN SAND BLEW INTO HIS LEFT EYE. A GRAIN OF SAND EMBEDDED INTO HIS EYE AND REMOVED BY DOCTOR. EMPLOYEE LATER GIVEN AN ANTIBIOTIC TO P REVENT INFECTION OF THE EYE.

August 25, 2000 FL · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by falling object

EMPLOYEE WAS PLACING BOLTS INTO A PIPE FLANGE. WHEN HE HIT ONE OF HTE BOLTS WITH HIS HAND HIS RIGHT HAND HIT THE PIPE FLANGE AND KNOCKED OFF THE FINGRNAIL ON HIS PINKY FINGER.

July 26, 2000 FL · Metal/Non-Metal continuous miner operator, coal mole operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EMPLOYEE WAS CONNECTING TWO 20" FLEXIBLE PIPES WHEN THE ONE BEING GUIDED BY A SYNTHETIC SLING SLIPPED ON THE SLING AND STRUCK HIS RIGHT KNEE.

July 6, 2000 FL · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec OCCUPATIONAL SKIN DISEASES
C F Industries Inc · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

EMPLOYEE WAS USING A WEED EATER WHEN HE CONTACTED POISON IVY VINE.

June 14, 2000 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
C F Industries Inc · Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms

THE GRATING LOCK DOWN PINS CAME LOOSE. AS THE EE STEPPED ON THE GRATING, IT GAVE WAY. HE FELL TO NEXT LEVEL, APPROX. 10-12 FT.

June 1, 2000 FL · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS SECURING A DREDGE ANCHOR ROPE WHEN IT SLIPPED AND PULLED HIS HAND INTO A PINCH POINT. THIS CAUSED A LACERATION TO HIS LEFT INDEX FINGER.

March 23, 2000 FL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech OTHER
C F Industries Inc · Struck by falling object

EMPLOYEE WAS PASSING THROUGH A SWINGING PLATFORM GATE WHEN THE WIND BLEW THE GATE DOWN ON HIS HEAD.

March 2, 2000 FL · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C F Industries Inc · Struck against stationary object

EE WAS WALKING ACROSS REBAR MAT WHEN HE SLIPPED AND STEPPED THROUGH TOP MAT SCRATCHING HIS SHIN WHICH THEN BECAME INFECTED.

January 25, 2000 FL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman POWERED HAULAGE
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

EE WAS DRIVING A TRUCK AND BACKING UP, WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE HIT HIM IN BACK TAILGATE.

January 20, 2000 FL · Metal/Non-Metal mine manager, mine foreman, mine owner HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
C F Industries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS USING HIS POCKET KNIFE TO LOOSEN A SCREW WHEN THE BLADE BROKE AND BUT HIS FINGER. THE BLADE WAS CLOSED AT THE TIME IT BRAKE.

January 10, 2000 FL · Metal/Non-Metal truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
C F Industries Inc · Struck against a moving object

WATER TRUCK HAD JUST MADE A PASS AND THE DIKE WAS WET. THE DUMP TRUCK DRIVER DID NOT ADJUST SPEED AT CURVE AND THE TRUCK SLID OVER THE DIKE AND LANDED ON ITS SIDE.