The employee was working on snow plow truck when the injury occurred. He was physically located in an area (tight spot) between the snow plow truck cab (Back side) and the bed. He was reaching to access a square bolt with a crescent wrench and when he pulled on the wrench he felt pain in the middle of his back. Went to Medical facility for follow-up treatment.
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December 27, 2012
PA · Coal
maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech
HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Clearfield Properties Inc. · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects
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