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June 21, 2019 WI · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator POWERED HAULAGE
Piranha Proppant · Struck against a moving object

The employee is a loader operator. While loading trucks, the operator drove over an area operator had dug out, jarring operator's back. The operator did not think there was an issue immediately, but back became worse over the next couple of days. Chiropractor indicated twisted L5.

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