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April 28, 2016 OH · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Welch Sand & Gravel Inc. · Fall from machine

Operator was performing pre-shift exam of mobile equipment and slipped off of steps, to check engine oil and coolants. Fell to ground approx 5 feet and had 2 fractures in left radius forearm. Hard cast - 6 weeks - no surgery.

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