Employee who died at EVRAZ Steel Mill in Pueblo identified
UPDATE: The Pueblo County Coroner is identifying the worker who died at EVRAZ in Pueblo as 26-year-old Taylor Blake Gulliford.
According to the coroner, Gulliford died as a "result of injuries sustained in an industrial accident" on the morning of Friday, August 9. They say he was pronounced dead on scene.
United Steelworkers Local 2102 President Eric Ludwig tells KRDO13 that heavy equipment like a tractor or fork lift was no involved in the incident.
We have learned that Friday, the day the Gulliford was killed, was his normal day off of work. However, why he was there remains unknown right now.
OSHA says they are investigating and will provide details once the investigation is complete.
Original Story:
PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) - EVRAZ North America has confirmed to KRDO13 that there was a fatality at the steelmaking facility in Pueblo on Friday.
The company says that out of respect for the deceased team member, all work was immediately stopped in the mill. The company also said they are meeting with team members and offering support and counseling before they leave the facility.
EVRAZ also stated they are working with OSHA, the United Steelworkers, and all relevant agencies to ensure a full investigation.
At the time of this writing, we have not received any information about this incident from local law enforcement.
The company's full statement to KRDO13 can be read below.
“We are saddened to confirm there was a fatality at our steelmaking facility in Pueblo this morning. Our deepest condolences go out to the family, friends, and coworkers of our deceased team member.
Out of respect for our valued team member and to ensure the safety and well-being of our entire team, we immediately stopped all work in the mill. We are meeting with our team members and offering support and counseling before sending them home. We will work with all relevant agencies, including OSHA and the United Steelworkers, to ensure a full investigation.
As the investigation is ongoing, it would not be appropriate to provide further comment at this time.” – Spokesperson from EVRAZ North America
