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October 27, 2005 NM · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer POWERED HAULAGE
Sky Ute Sand & Gravel, LLC · Struck against a moving object

Oper. moving material with loader and bottomed out seat, employee didn't seek medical attention at that time but did seek it 110905 was issued a return to work from the physician. He saw a Dr. on 111005 and again was issued a return to work with no restrictions. The he saw a Dr. on 112805 and was diagnosed with a bulging disk and was not allowed to return to work as of 112805.

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