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January 14, 2021 NC · Metal/Non-Metal vacuum filter operator, flotation mill/concentrator operator, flotation plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Sibelco North America Inc. · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was adjusting the water on a cyclone to put more water in the sump. When employee was stepping away from the sump employee's right foot slipped causing employee to lose footing and fall on left side and strike left elbow off of the floor. Employee was experiencing some pain and swelling and was taken to local hospital for treatment.

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