While operating a Caterpillar 777 water truck at ~18-20 mph, the brakes engaged causing a rapid stop. As a result, the operator was jolted against the seatbelt. The operator reported neck and upper back discomfort the following day. The discomfort has not significantly improved. As a result, the water truck driver missed the first work shift December 15, 2023.
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September 2, 2023
TX · Coal
bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer
POWERED HAULAGE
NACG Texas, Inc. · Struck against a moving object
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