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273,095
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1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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March 16, 2004 CO · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Kirkland Construction LLLP · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While performing maintenance on the screen the employee placed his foot on a loose pile of sand. This caused his ankle to twist which resulted in a sprained ankle. The ee knew the accumulation of loose materials was present; however, he did not pay attention to where he placed his foot.

January 20, 2003 CO · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Kirkland Construction LLLP · Fall to lower level, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

WALKING ALONG STEEL DRAINLINE SLIPPED OFF.

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