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273,095
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2000–2026
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March 12, 2024 VA · Metal/Non-Metal refuse truck driver, backfill truck driver, stock pile truck driver SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Blue Water Industries · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was stepping down to the catwalk from the conveyor after washing out the lime chute. As EE was stepping down, EE lost footing and slipped. As EE attempted to catch self, EE grabbed the metal structure of the baghouse with right hand. This caused EE to extend and twist the right shoulder. ER diagnosed with contusion to the right shoulder.

October 14, 2022 TN · Metal/Non-Metal beltman, conveyor man, conveyor belt worker, mobile bridge carrierman, feeder operator, conveyor rider SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Blue Water Industries · Struck against stationary object

Employee's foot slipped off of ladder, in grabbing to stabilize self, EE cut EE's middle finger and palm on the metal guard. EE is at work, did not miss any days but is on restricted duty.

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