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August 5, 2008 ID · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Sterling Mining Company · Struck against stationary object

Employee was exiting 2 yd loader, slipped on mud on step, lost balance & banged right elbow on loader. Medical treatment included therapy. Employee reported injury on 8/5/08 but didn't seek medical attention until 8/19/08.

June 12, 2007 ID · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Sterling Mining Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The EE was walking between the rails in a track drift and stepped in a hole, between two rail ties, twisted his left knee.

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