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June 9, 2012 NY · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
110 Sand Company · Fall onto or against objects

Employee tripped and fell against metal equipment, causing a broken rib, torn left knee ligament and injured left ankle.

November 8, 2008 NY · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
110 Sand Company · Fall onto or against objects

While ascending steps to plant, employee tripped. Left hand jammed against a hand rail support and caused cut to left pinky finger at the base. 6 stitches administered at emergency room, then employee returned to work.

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