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June 9, 2006 MO · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator MACHINERY
Norris Asphalt Paving Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee reported injury after using a 36" , 3/4 drive ratchet. The ratchet broke cleanly off. He was in the process of installing a counterweight on the cone crusher. It is unknown if this caused the injury, but it was the first time the employee reported it to the company. This injury requires surgery.

February 27, 1997 MO · Metal/Non-Metal superintendent MACHINERY
Green Quarries Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

LIFTING CONE CRUSHER BASE WHEN A HOOK ON THE SLINGS CAME LOOSE AND HIT THE BACK OF HEAD.

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