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May 24, 2024 TX · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
HEARTLAND QUARRIES LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

The employee was shoveling rock from a skid steer bucket while stemming blast holes and EE felt EE's right shoulder pop. This resulted in soreness and upon nurse consultation became a restricted duty case.

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