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September 1, 1994 MO · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS
Limpus Quarries Inc · Struck by falling object

INJURED STATED HE GOT OUT OF TH ELOADER AND WEN TOVER TO TURN OFF THE WATER PUMP AND BENT TO STRAIGHTENTHE HOSE, AS HE BENT OVER HIS HARD HAT FELL OFF. APPROX AT THE SAME TIME A ROCK FELL OFF THE LEDGE STRIKING HIM IN THE HEAD.

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