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March 8, 2012 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal section foreman, bullgang foreman, labor foreman, leadman, shift boss OTHER
Mojave Desert Minerals, LLC · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Miner complained of knee pain, it was found out that he had been having knee pain for a while. During investigation it was determined the area was free of loose rock and had a level walking surface. Miner was walking to the buggy with normal walking patterns when he went to take a step on his left foot and his knee popped out aggravating a non traumatic undetermined injury.

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