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May 8, 2019 IN · Metal/Non-Metal miner, nec SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Elliott Mineral Extraction Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

The Miner lost footing and slipped falling awkwardly on their knee. The area was surveyed for tripping hazards and none were present.

April 1, 2019 IN · Metal/Non-Metal groundman, yardman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Elliott Mineral Extraction Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

The Miner was walking towards the ramp to the entrance of the mine when they slipped on some rubber lay flat and fell after tagging in.

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