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Injury experience in nonmetallic mineral mining (except stone and coal), 1985

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:6013485
This Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) informational report reviews in detail the occupational injury and illness experience of nonmetallic mineral mining (except stone and coal) in the United States for 1985. Data reported by operators of mining establishments concerning work injuries are summarized by work location, accident classification, part of body injured, nature of injury, occupation, and principal type of mineral. Related information on employment, worktime, and operating activity also is presented. Data reported by independent contractors performing certain work at mining locations are depicted separately in this report. For ease of comparison with other metal and nonmetallic mineral mining industries and with coal mining, summary reference tabulations are included at the end of both the operator and the contractor sections of this report. 22 tabs.
Research Organization:
Mine Safety and Health Administration, Denver, CO (USA). Safety and Health Technology Center
OSTI ID:
6013485
Report Number(s):
NP-7900977; IR-1186; ON: DE87900977
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English