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273,095
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2000–2026
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December 10, 2020 ID · Metal/Non-Metal backhoe operator, trackhoe operator OTHER
J R Simplot Company · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Operator was attempting to access the cab of CAT 345 track hoe. Employee pushed off with leg when they felt a pop and discomfort in left knee. Employee was transferred to the hospital for observation. Employee was sent to an Orthopedic surgeon. Was released to return to work on restricted duty on 12/18/2020.

March 22, 2001 ID · Metal/Non-Metal weighman, scale person OTHER
J R Simplot Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

INDIVIDUAL STOOD UP FROM DESK, TURNED AND TWISTED HER KNEE, PRE-EXISTING INJURY, INDIVIDUAL WENT TO DOCTOR 6-12-01 AND HAD SURGERY 6-13-01.

February 7, 2000 ID · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator OTHER
J R Simplot Company · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

WALKING PAST BALL MILL-WHICH WAS BEING WASHED-A DROP OF WATER WAS ABLE TO PASS AROUND HIS SAFETYR GLASSES LEAVING PARTICLES IN HIS EYE.

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