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June 11, 2015 IN · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Davis Crushed Stone and Lime · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was exiting parked pit truck at app. 4:45 pm on 6/11/2015 at the end of his shift and twisted his right knee as he stepped down on the ground. His knee is still swollen and is causing him pain.

April 4, 2007 IN · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Davis Crushed Stone and Lime · Fall from machine

EE climbed up the step on the bumper of the pit truck to check the engine oil prior to starting his shift. His foot slipped, due to muddy shoes and he fell to the ground. Due to the impact of the fall, he broke 2 ribs and cracked 2 others.

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