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2000–2026
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February 17, 2021 GA · Metal/Non-Metal stone finishing and sizing personnel, stone/rock cut/polish/saw operator, splitter, cutter, trimmer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Eagles Danburg Quarry, Inc. · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was walking and slipped on the wet ground. As employee was trying to catch themselves, they hurt their right wrist.

March 12, 2018 GA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Eagle Granite Co Inc dba Beaverdam Qrry · Fall onto or against objects

Crane hook caught employee's shirt causing them to trip and fall. When they fell, leg hit outrigger. EE didn't go to the doctor until Monday, April 2, 2018 due to the fact they were hoping it would get better over time, but it actually became more sore and agitated as EE continued to be active on the leg. Hence the reason for the delay in seeking medical attention.

April 6, 2015 GA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Blue Ridge Quarries Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was walking backward with jackhammer in hand when he tripped and fell.

April 8, 2009 GA · Metal/Non-Metal brakeman, roperider, car runner, spotterman, snapper, trip rider, car rider, flagman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Blue Ridge Quarries Inc · Fall onto or against objects

Hooking bob cat and slipped and hit side (left).

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