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March 24, 2011 CO · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Las Animas County Government · Fall to lower level, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was attempting to adjust a conveyor with a ratchet and socket when the socket slipped off of the bolt head. Employee fell into an app 2 1/2' excavation injuring his right shoulder and right knee. Employee notified management 3-28-11.

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