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Setting a transmission in a 777 - boom kicked out, extended boom so it would work then transmission started to swing and while trying to keep boom from swinging with right hand felt pain in right shoulder - strain to shoulder.
Employee pulled a muscle in his back while lifting his hood during pre shift inspection. Note: Filing solely to meet deadline regulations. Incident is under investigation.
Employee was investigating a truck fuel leak when his left knee contacted the turbo causing a burn. Employee did not report incident until 08/25/2014 and refused medical attention. Because of no medical attention or restricted duty, it was considered a non-reportable. Employee requested medical attention on 09/04/2014 and was taken to the doctor on 09/05/2014.
Welder was working on tracks for a D10 dozer when a seal blew out of track pin and oil struck welder in the face
Miner was removing a sensor above his head when he felt a pain in his neck
Parts runner was attempting to remove parts from bed of pickup and strained his shoulder.
Mechanic was replacing hydraulic pump on bulk truck, pump slid off of pto shaft striking employee on right forearm requiring 6 stitches.
Mechanic replaced valve hoses of lifting jacks on rock truck. Lifting jacks on rock truck not completely filled with oil and released truck bed when the mechanic attempted to lower it.
While opening the magazine door the top lock stuck EE pushed on the top of the door and bumped the bottom of the door with his left foot at the same time He then felt a pain(burning) in his lower abdomen/groin area and it began to swell The hospital released him back to work and had a checkup appt. on 9/1/11 at which it was determined to be a Hernia requiring surgery to repair
Operator/Fueler was attempting to put antifreeze into equipment, when he missed the opening for the radiator and the antifreeze splashed on him.
Operator was climbing down a ladder on the side of his loader when he felt a strong pull in his leg. Pain continued and operator was transported to the hospital for an examination and Dr. review.
Employee tripped entering dozer and caught himself by grabbing handrail to keep from falling. He twisted his left arm.