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October 29, 2007 NV · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Grefco Minerals Inc · Fall onto or against objects

EE was performing routine maintenance on Raymill blower when he accidentally slipped and lacerated right hand (below thumb and above wrist).

September 11, 2002 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Grefco Minerals Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE SLIPPED ON OIL BEHIND LOADER, GRABBED ONTO LOADER TO TRY TO STOP FALL. FELL AND HIT L SIDE FLANK AND TWISTED BACK.

February 28, 2001 NV · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Grefco Minerals Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

RUSHING TO TOOLBOX TO GET WRENCH TO DISCONNECT BATTERY CABLE, HE TRIPPED AND FELL.

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