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June 25, 2024 IA · Metal/Non-Metal bagging, package operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Northern Filter Media, Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

the miner's finger was pinched between the sack rack and bar causing a small cut

November 4, 2009 IA · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Northern Filter Media, Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EE came to work complaining of a stiff back. Started working palletizing. Back began to hurt. relieved of duties and informed to rest. Decided to wash down gravel hopper without permission, Slipped and fell on pile of sand, did not re-injure back. Was advised to go home. Instead went to MD who prescribed bed rest for 2 days and return to work. employee has failed to return.

June 15, 2006 IA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Northern Filter Media, Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee worked normal work day. Went home and complained about lower stomach pain about 10 pm. Went to hospital ER where it was discovered he had an inguinal hernia. Surgery was scheduled for 6/22/06.

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