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August 7, 2008 NV · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
Florida Canyon Mining Inc. · Struck against a moving object

A haul truck contacted the rear tire of the motor grader shoving it to the left. The event caused the motor grader operator to be jolted in his seat straining his right shoulder and left arm. Employee refused medical attention until five days after the event.

July 26, 2008 NV · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
Florida Canyon Mining Inc. · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Serrating concrete as it was being pumped from the truck into the forms. Was standing in the form, concrete splattered on legs. Washed off clothes, but didn't wash skin.

July 26, 2008 NV · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman POWERED HAULAGE
Florida Canyon Mining Inc. · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Pouring concrete with a hose, the form filled up to knee level. Washed clothes off, water went down into work boots burning legs & feet.

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