Worker was on top of bag-house inspecting bags through open portal. Cover of portal is removable and was leaning against guardrail for portal access. Wind caused cover to fall back over portal. Worker was struck by falling cover on the right arm/elbow. Worker was unable to continue duties due to pain and limited mobility of right arm/elbow.
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January 28, 2018
TX · Metal/Non-Metal
assayer, geologist, metallurgist, engineer, engineer management
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Stillman Enterprises LLC · Struck by falling object
Stillman Enterprises, LLC · (Not Elsewhere Classified)
An EE saw IE fall on the steps to the control room. Two EE's checked on IE. IE was shacking and slurring . IE was able to tell them IE's left side was numb. An EE called emergency and Safety supervisor. Another EE took IE to hospital. Doctor told EE that IE was having a mild stroke.
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