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April 19, 2012 CA · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec OTHER
Kino Aggregates Incorporated · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

The vendor was delivering flashing to us and when he was returning to his truck a dog had bitten him.

December 1, 2009 CA · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer OTHER
Kino Aggregates Incorporated · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Crusher with inadequate dust control was moved next to control shack, subjecting operator to high levels of rock dust. This resulted in shortness of breath and sore chest/lungs. This condition (excessive dust) persists. I am seeking medical attention today. I have missed three days of work so far. Time/date is approximate as condition grew worse over several weeks.

November 26, 2008 CA · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator OTHER
Kino Aggregates Incorporated · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Miner stepped wrong and twisted knee - working conditions did not appear to be a cause, just an awkward step.

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