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February 21, 2021 TX · Metal/Non-Metal outside foreman, leadman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Permian Frac Sand LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EE was picking up a 4 chain hoist that goes on forklift used to lift equipment. When EE picked it up EE felt a sharp pain and burning sensation in the middle of stomach.

February 4, 2019 TX · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Permian Frac Sand LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was working on welding a paddle tree for a scrubber. While welding ee had to roll the tree at some point during rolling it ee injured right elbow. The employee did not know ee injured elbow until later that night.

January 24, 2018 TX · Metal/Non-Metal car trimmer, car loader, bin puller, truck loader HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Permian Frac Sand LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was opening and closing lids on trucks at load out. The catwalk used for access to lids hung up on a safety rail on the trailer. When the employee tried to pull the catwalk free the employee injured left elbow. Employee stated felt a sharp pain in left arm at the elbow.

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