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April 6, 2015 TX · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator POWERED HAULAGE

Kirby Stone Company LLC · Struck against a moving object

Employee was operating a 550 Wacker Newson loader and complained his lower back was hurting. He was removed from duty immediately and sent to the doctor.

April 5, 2005 TX · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman POWERED HAULAGE

Kirby Stone Company LLC · Struck against a moving object

Dropped rock from bucket on loader - coworker dropped rock.

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