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Employee was cutting a plastic bag with a knife, upon cutting downward EE knelt down to finish the cut. When EE stood back up, EE felt a pop in the right knee.
EE was was performing a vehicle inspection under vehicle, troubleshooting wires when a gust of wind came and blew sand under the vehicle. As a result sand got into left eye. Overnight irritation got worse and the next day they sought medical attention. The doctor prescribed an eye drop to help with irritation.
Employee was trying to locate a bolt on a CAT D6 Dozer and tweaked neck while looking for bolt in awkward position.