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April 2, 2023 TN · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Gravel Sand and Solid Rock · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE said their foot slipped as EE was coming down off of the loader. This accident occurred on a Sunday and the mine wasn't even open. We had no idea that the EE was even on the property. we didn't hear about the accident until 3 days later.

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