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September 13, 2006 MO · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL
GS II/Bird/CertainTeed · Struck against a moving object

EE was operating loader cleaning bottom of Quarry face. Rock fell from face, striking bucket of loader, jarring operator in loader. Top of face is approx 30' high. EE continued to perform same job duties on scheduled shifts until 9/22/06, at which time medical professional personnel advised EE not to return to work until future examination scheduled for 9/25/06.

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