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November 26, 1997 IN · Metal/Non-Metal SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON

Merritt Sand & Gravel Inc · Fall from machine

WET SURFACE ON EQUIPMENT, LOST STEPPING & FELL.

November 17, 1997 IN · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON

Merritt Sand & Gravel Inc · Fall from machine

DURING NORMAL MAINTENCE HE WAS JUST GETTING STARTED FOR THE DAY. HE WAS CHECKING THE OIL & FEL OFF THE LOADER ON THE GROUND HE HURT HIS LEFT ANKLE.

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