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Employee helped remove impeller from main pump. He stood up straight and complained of back pain. Worked remainder of day. Went to ER that night after pain increased. X-rays confirmed pulled muscle. Out until Thursday, June 06.
Employee was shoveling sand to allow for drainage around a container. His lower back was wrenched after a few shovels. The doctor has diagnosed him with a pulled lower back muscle, and has temporarily restricted him to lifting less than two pounds.
Employee attempted to carry a gearbox (approx. 120#) up the walkway of our M-45 conveyor belt. His ankle twisted as he ascended the walkway. He worked approximately two more hours before he felt the need to go to the doctor. Inspection of walkway revealed grating to be properly affixed as were handrails. Manager on site determined weight of gearbox caused twisted ankle.
EMPLOYEE WAS UNBOLTING PLASTIC PIPE AND DID NOT REALIZE THE PIPE WAS UNDER STRAIN, THE PIPE SPRUNG BACK AND STRUCK THE MAN IN THE FACE CAUSING THE NEED FOR 10 STITCHES IN HIS CHEEK.