June 7, 2012
CO · Metal/Non-Metal
bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer
SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Western Slope Materials, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)
Employee slipped in mud twisting his left knee while installing a 10" drain line. Knee became swollen and was diagnosed as a ruptured bursa sack. Doctor drained knee and put him on anti-inflammatory meds. He returned to work after 2 work days off and a weekend with no restrictions or permanent damage.