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October 6, 2025 CA · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
G3 Enterprises, Inc. · Fall from machine

Employee was on platform of 980 wheel loader cleaning the front window when EE slipped and lost EE's grip on the hand-hold. EE fell over the side, hitting the wheel well and then to ground. The wiper dispenser wasn't working well. The platform footing may have had dew causing the slip but not identified at time of inspection. Employee later complained that EE's back was sore.

April 13, 2021 CA · Metal/Non-Metal dryer operator, kiln operator, dry plant operator, fluid operator, bed dryer operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
G3 Enterprises, Inc. · Fall onto or against objects

The employee was attempting to access the cab of the Case skid steer. On EE's approach, EE tripped on the edge of the bucket and stumbled/fell into the bucket and struck EE's right thigh and forearm on the bucket.

June 26, 2017 CA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
G3 Enterprises, Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The worker was walking down a slight incline on a hillside while inspecting a fenceline at an area away from all mining activity. While in stride, employee's lead foot (right) slipped on dry grass. As momentum carried employee forward, back foot caught on something and stayed in place causing a sprained left ankle.

June 17, 2016 CA · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
G3 Enterprises, Inc. · Fall from machine

Driver felt foggy and disoriented when truck finished being loaded. As EE drove away, felt hot and uncomfortable and stopped to get out for fresh air. As EE exited the truck feeling disoriented, stumbled from the step and fell to ground. A doctor said that dehydration and drop in blood pressure caused the disorientation resulting in the fall to ground and injury.

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