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October 20, 2009 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was pulling bags from one of the baghouses and felt soreness in his left wrist and left lower arm.

September 22, 2009 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee was working at the bottom of a cone crusher when a rock rolled down rendering him unconscious. Employee was air evacuated to a trauma center with head trauma/concussion.

August 13, 2009 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Struck by flying object

As employee was replacing a 2 inch water line to the GPH3TAL, another water line ruptured with hot water and steam and hit employee in the face. Employee had his safety glasses on but sustained a corneal abrasion to the left eye. A piece of metal was removed from his left eye.

July 17, 2009 CA · Metal/Non-Metal crane operator, mobile equipment operator (meo), dragline operator, dropball operator, rigger HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee alleges he aggravated a pre-existing non-work related injury to his right shoulder on 7-17-09 while setting a return roller into a conveyor frame. Employee felt okay until 7-24-09 at which time he requested medical treatment. Employee was placed on restricted work duty for a strain to his right shoulder.

June 26, 2009 CA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was injured on 6-26-09, but did not report this injury to his Supervisor until 6-29-09. Employee was turning the bottom cap of an airslide in the basement of Group 4 Silos, 26, 28, 3 0 (airslide to ME5 elevator). As he was turning the cap, it stopped while he was still applying pressure, and his thumb bent backwards.

June 25, 2009 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was picking up a 1 1/2 round stock and felt a pain in his lower back.

August 1, 2008 CA · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Positioning spools of size #1 wire on pallet. Strained right hand & right shoulder. Lifting spools in postion for a forklift.

July 4, 2008 CA · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was climbing into haul truck at beginning of shift and strained left knee.

May 23, 2008 CA · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE strained his right calf while he was climbing in the rock breaker.

August 31, 2007 CA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was cleaning feed shelf on K2 tower when he felt a pinch in his lower back.

March 17, 2007 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was lifting 'frogs' from loader to rail unloading station when he strained his right shoulder.

March 10, 2007 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While setting the K2 burner pipe in position, employee used hand to align the adjustment pin. The burner pipe shifted and caught his middle and index finger of left hand.

January 5, 2007 CA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was walking up stairs carrying a shovel and twisted his back while turning a corner.

December 7, 2006 CA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was pulling large section of vactor hose from HPC 4 pit area and strained his back.

November 13, 2006 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was lifting a wire feed welder with another employee when he felt a groin strain

October 20, 2006 CA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Struck against stationary object

EE was removing a guard from JBC1 belt when EE slipped on a loose clinker. He fell backwards with guard hitting him in the mouth and then fell against the wall and handrail causing a fracture to right hand.

September 6, 2006 CA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was packing cement when a bag burst when cement dust went into EE eyes after flushing his eyes a partical was still in his eyes. Perscription eye drops were given and employee returned to work.

August 25, 2006 CA · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EE was replacing a start motor on a apt733 when he lifted the motor with his arms and felt a strain in his abdomen. EE did not seek medical attention until 08/31/06.

August 21, 2006 CA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Struck against stationary object

EE was cleaning out drainage system. When disposing of the debris he cut his right ring finger on a pipe.

August 18, 2006 CA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

EE was working 10FM separator when fugitive cement dust got into his eyes. This caused a corneal abrasion requiring prescription eye drops.

August 3, 2006 CA · Metal/Non-Metal pumper HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Contact with hot objects or substances

EE was cleaning K3 Feed shelve when hot material fell between gloves and jacket causing second degree burns to left hand

May 12, 2006 CA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was assisting the Vactor crew with a clog in the hose by lowing it over the guarding when the second employee lost grip of the hose causing it to drop down jerking the EE forward jerking his shoulder and head which caused strain to his back. EE did not seek medical attention until 05/22/06.

May 4, 2006 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Struck by flying object

EE was doing maintenance on air cannons on K3 Tower. EE was using a faceshield however when he looked up he got something in his left eye and had to get prescription eye drops.

May 3, 2006 CA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE called in on 5-04-06 said he hurt, complained of whole body sore. Was informed could not return to work - neeeded doctors release. Did not mention an on job injury. 05-05-06 EE reported at 3:30 PM a fractured toe from rebar received on 5-03-06. No doctors report.

March 21, 2006 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Struck by flying object

EE has standing near a second EE who was shaking off a dirty rag when something flew into the first EE's eye. Requiring perscription eye drops.

February 22, 2006 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was doing clean up at the plant when he bent over to pick up a wire from the ground. After pulling on the wire he felt a pop in his lower back.

December 22, 2005 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS REMOVING BOLTS FROM THE CUTTING EDGE OF THE 988G LOADER BUCKET IN DOING SO A SHARP EDGE ON ONE OF THE BOLTS CUT THROUGH THE EMPLOYEE?S GLOVE AND INTO HIS LEFT INDEX FINGER. THIS REQUIRED THAT THE EMPLOYEE HAVE SIX STICHES PUT IN HIS INDEX FINGER .

November 30, 2005 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EE was preparing for an up coming job while lifting elevator buckets on to a chain he strained his shoulders. EE was swing the buckets onto the chain.

October 28, 2005 CA · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EE was doing his vehicle inspection on the water truck when he lifted the hood and felt a sharp pain in his middle to lower back. After finishing the inspection he closed the hood feeling a sharp pain in his lower back. He could not move.

September 5, 2005 CA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee working in silo cleaning rock fell and hit his knee.

June 2, 2005 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee was loosening bolts under truck when material fell in left eye

May 31, 2005 CA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

EE was working at BBC1 (crusher) with rubber boots when some clinker dust got into the boots. After working and sweating in the boots, EE had a rash.

March 8, 2005 CA · Metal/Non-Metal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was closing elevator door on GPH2 7th floor when his finger got caught and cut right index finger.

January 12, 2005 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

employee was retrieving a vacuum system from LBH2 baghouse. As he climbed the ladder to retrieve the equipment he felt pain in his right side. As he reached the bottom with the equipment the pain became extreme.

October 21, 2004 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Internal audit found need to report. EE was was bending over equipment while fixing it. While pulling out an air hose he felt a sharp pain in his back.

September 15, 2004 CA · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was closing water valve on K3 water tank. The valve became stuck and the employee pulled hard to loosen valve, straining his back and shoulders.

August 26, 2004 CA · Metal/Non-Metal pumper HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was trying to open the doors on rail car #37. The door was difficult to open and employee gave extra push and popped his right shoulder.

August 23, 2004 CA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Contact with hot objects or substances

EMPLOYEE WAS CLEANING HOT DUST WITH BOBCAT WHEN BOBCAT STALLED. EMPLOYEE EXITED EQUIPMENT AND STEPPED INTO HOT KILN DUST AND RECEIVED SECOND DEGREE BURNS OF THE FOOT.

August 19, 2004 CA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Struck by falling object

Ee attempted to remove full oil drum from discharge end of mill #11. The edge of the drum was placed on the lip of the bobcat and when ee tried to lift the drum more it fell over and landed on his left foot.

July 13, 2004 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Struck by falling object

Internal audit found need to report. Employee was removing elevator bucket from pallet when top of the bucket toppled over and stuck him on the top of right foot.

January 27, 2004 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Internal audit found need to report. EE was moving cages and bag boxes when he lifted a box and felt a pull in his left shoulder.

January 27, 2004 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Injury became reportable 10/8/2004 with lost time due to surgury. Employee was pushing rail car door with left foot when foot snapped and started to swell. Employee was not placed on restriced duty prior to surgury.

December 5, 2003 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Internal audit found need to report an amended restricted days. EE was repairing bottom dump door on railcar when the hinge broke. EE left hand was caught between door and ground.

October 9, 2003 CA · Metal/Non-Metal electrician helper HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Internal audit found need to report. EE was claims that pulling Cat-5 comm wire underneath the project trailer has caused him to experience back pain.

September 17, 2003 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Internal audit found need to report. EE was pulling on pipe wreck and experienced back pain.

August 19, 2003 CA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Internal audit found need to report. Employee was working on K3 when he got kiln dust that then got wet when using water blaster gun. This caused skin irritation to right and left ankle also to right elbow.

August 16, 2003 CA · Metal/Non-Metal mine manager, mine foreman, mine owner HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Contact with hot objects or substances

EMPLOYEE WAS ATTEMPTING TO UNPLUG PREHEATER TOWER USING A CARDOX SYSTEM. SYSTEM DISCHARGED PREMATURELY BURNING EE ON THE CHEST, NECK, AND ARMS. HE SUSTAINED 1ST DEGREE BURNS TO THE MAJORITY OF THE AFFECTED AREA AND 6% WAS 2ND DEGREE BURNS.

August 11, 2003 CA · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EE WAS ARRANGING SHEETS OF METAL ON THE FORKS OF HIS FORKLIFT. THE LIFTING AND PUSHING CAUSED A SEVERE PAIN IN HIS RIGHT ABDOMEN AREA. EE WAS TAKEN FOR MEDICAL EVALUATIO AND A MUSCLE PULL WAS DIAGNOSED.

February 7, 2003 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Cemex California Cement LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS ASSISTING WITH REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF CONVEYOR BELTING AND ACTING AS A SPOTTER DURING REMOVAL. AS BELT WAS PULLED TIGHT IT JUMPED OVER SMALL RETAINING WALL AND STRUCK EE ON OUTSIDE OF LEFT KNEE. MEDICAL EVALUATION SHOWED STRAIN. EE MUST WEAR KNEE BRACE AND WILL BE ON RESTRICTED DUTY UNTIL COMPLETION OF PHYSICAL THERAPY.

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