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273,095
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Years on record
2000–2026
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May 17, 2011 WA · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Quality Aggregates, LLC · Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms

Part of crew was working on cone crusher & had an opening in the catwalk to access the underside. Loader operator not involved in the repair wanted to see work & came up to the cone & was not looking closely at his steps, and stepped/fell partially into the opening.

February 15, 2010 WA · Metal/Non-Metal greaser, grease man, oiler, lube man, dragline oiler SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Quality Aggregates, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee climbed up on the sand feeder to adjust it and when he jumped down he jarred his left knee

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