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October 13, 2011 OR · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Jefferson County Public Works Department · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee said he was lifting a door and heard a pop sound. He did not use proper lifting type of tool for task attempted. The medical quantification is unknown and will be determined by professional medical staff.

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