Employee was assigned to change a stem on an inner dual of a Komatsu haul truck. In the process of completing this task, EE reported experiencing pain in EE's upper back.
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Showing all 4Employee reported that EE was attempting to assist a mechanic pulling a rock knocker out of the rear of a truck bed. EE tried to catch the rock knocker with EE's hand after being instructed not to do so. EE's hand was crushed into the back deck of the truck.
Pinchpoint smash of Right Index Finger. Requiring stitches. No permanent damage. Work to resume 5/10/2022
Employee reported while climbing on a dozer, employee experienced pain in knee. MRI revealed medial extrusion of the body of the medial meniscus and a tear of the root of the medial meniscus. These conditions are associated with osteoarthritis and degenerative changes.