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July 9, 2010 FL · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator POWERED HAULAGE
DPS Florida, LLC · Struck against a moving object

Operating front end loader in coal yard. While scooping a load of coal, tried to roll the bucket back, rear end went up in air. Coal pile gave way, rear end came down hard . The air seat came down and bottomed out. Injured his lower back.

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