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October 27, 2004 NC · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Fletcher Limestone Company Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee stated he injured his back while sweeping the floor. He also stated he had been cutting wood at home which may have contibuted to injury. He suffered upper back muscle spasms.

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