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March 14, 2017 PA · Metal/Non-Metal groundman, yardman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Hoover Stone Quarry LLC · Fall down stairs

While descending a flight of steps that were covered in approx 1 in of wet snow. EE lost footing on the 3rd to last step and fell to the ground below onto EE's back. Employee worked for approx 2hrs was later sent home after which EE went to hospital, diagnosed with deep bruising of the back. 2 days of rest prescribed.

November 16, 2015 PA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Hoover Stone Quarry LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was walking on flat surface at control booth - There were no obstacles in his path.

August 22, 2006 PA · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Hoover Stone Quarry LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Walking on catwalk. Tripped and fell, falling on his hand. There was no debris or obstruction on catwalk.

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