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September 8, 2017 HI · Metal/Non-Metal crusher attendant/operator, pan feeder operator/worker SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Yamada and Sons, Inc. · Fall down stairs

Employee climbed a set of stairs that was being fabricated. Stairs was not yet anchored to prevent tipping. Employee was not part of this project. Employee climbed to the top landing of the steps, about 5 feet above the ground. Stairs tipped due to the employee's weight. Employee fell and sprained both ankles.

November 17, 2011 HI · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Yamada and Sons, Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While pre-checking rock truck, ee was about to climb up ladder to cab and experienced a sharp pain in his chest and back.

August 4, 2004 HI · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Yamada and Sons, Inc. · Fall onto or against objects

Employee stated while tightening bolts on chute, he slipped and fell causing abrasions to left forearm, left wrist and right thumb.

September 8, 2002 HI · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Yamada and Sons, Inc. · Fall onto or against objects

EMPLOYEE SLIPPED AND HIT CHEST ON EQUIPMENT.

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