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January 6, 2015 IL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Anna Quarries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was straightening a rear access step on a Cat 980G front end loader. The employee was using a steel bar to straighten the step. The bar slipped free causing employee to lose balance and place all his weight and momentum on lower right leg.

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