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May 10, 2018 TX · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cadre Material Products, LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Maintenance worker had been cutting, welding, and preforming regular maintenance duties throughout the day. Employee was perspiring and used sleeve to wipe perspiration from cheeks. Few minutes later EE felt like eye had something in it. EE washed eye out, but eye was still irritated. Took employee to Doctor. Eye was scratched. Rx given to prevent infection.

June 20, 2016 TX · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cadre Material Products, LLC · Struck against stationary object

Employee was pulling wire into MCC room. While pulling wire EE struck the back of hand on a light fixture. This caused a gash above, middle finger knuckle. Taken to doctor 6\20\2016. Doctor stated tendon had been severed. Returned to work with restrictions same day. Doctor referred employee to specialist. Employee retired as planned on 6\23\2016

October 12, 2014 TX · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cadre Material Products, LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was trying to open a stuck truck hatch, straining his right shoulder. Taken to emergency room. Employee returned to work with restrictions. Reportable due to restrictions .

February 14, 2014 TX · Metal/Non-Metal dry screening plant operator, screen house operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cadre Material Products, LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee was locking out the dry plant for maintenance. High winds blew over a step ladder. Ladder struck employee on his back and his neck. First aid was given. Employee taken to Doctor. Diagnosis concussion. Days away from work given. Reportable as of 2/14/14.

October 8, 2013 TX · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cadre Material Products, LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

10/9/13, Shipper reported shoulder strain from opening truck hatch on evening of 10/8/13. Refused medical on 10/9/13. Requested medical 10/10, seen by Dr. 10/10 - released full duty - no treatment. MRI ordered for 10/15. Dr. reviewed MRI with shipper 10/16 - released with restrictions. Physical therapy ordered for tendonitis Rt shoulder. Reportable as of 10/16/13.

February 28, 2013 TX · Metal/Non-Metal pumper HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cadre Material Products, LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

On 2/28/13, employee was lifting return roller to install on BC-1. Noticed pain in back, a few hours later. Reported incident to operator 3/4/13 as back pain but did not want medical treatment. Employee went to ER 3/11/13 and received prescription medication and restrictions. Reportable as of 3/11/13

August 21, 2012 TX · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cadre Material Products, LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Pulling hand rail between domes and the wind pulled on the hand rails. Hand rail caught on conveyer trying to pull it off. Note he didn't go to the doctor until 8/23/12 during Hurricane Isaac.

June 13, 2012 TX · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cadre Material Products, LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Redline. Contractor employee was assigned to assist contractor personnel applying shotcrete (gunite). Task was to move hoses filled with gunite. Injured contractor complained of lower back pain and reported injury 6/14/12 Was seen by physician 6/14/12. Given prescription medication and restrictions. Contractor employee has not returned to work.

May 9, 2012 TX · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cadre Material Products, LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

REDLINE - Contractor employee (South Industries) slipped, but caught himself while carrying rebar. Later stated his knee was bothering him. Employee went to doctor 5/10, X-ray's and prescription medication were given. Missed two days work. Accident was brought to our attention on 5/11.

January 6, 2012 TX · Metal/Non-Metal pumper HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cadre Material Products, LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE reportedly wiped sand in his left eye about 7:00 PM and did not report this incident until shortly after 3:00 PM on 01/07/12. EE reported the incident to his Supervisor. Supervisor directed EE to the local Emergency Room for treatment. The E.R. discharged him with prescription medication, an eye patch and instructions not to report to work until Monday, 1/8/12.

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