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October 19, 2019 KY · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
KOSMOS CEMENT CO. · Over-exertion in lifting objects

A maintenance repair person was tasked with replacing a transfer pump on the grinding aid tank. The employee stepped back, and EE's right leg entered an opening in the grating. The employee was also experiencing pain in the groin area when lifting. After seeking medical treatment, the employee was diagnosed with a hernia. The employee had surgery on November 25, 2019.

June 15, 2019 KY · Metal/Non-Metal barge/boat/dredge/towbarge/towboat/leach operator, riverman, deck hand SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
KOSMOS CEMENT CO. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

On June 15, 2019, Employee stepped on a golf ball sized rock on the barge. The employee was attempting to secure a barge when they stepped on rock causing them to roll their ankle. On July 2 2019, a physician prescribed PT and a walking boot.

February 9, 2018 KY · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
KOSMOS CEMENT CO. · Fall from machine

Mobile equipment mechanic was attempting to fill hydraulic oil in a bull dozer. The EE was standing on the bed of the service truck when EE turned to the left. The employee accidentally stepped off of the bed fell to the ground. The employee was diagnosed with a wrist strain/sprain and an elbow contusion. EE was given a brace for the wrist and was placed on restricted duty.

April 19, 2017 KY · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
KOSMOS CEMENT CO. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was walking on an access platform of a mill ball sorter. The ee missed a step and caught self with left arm to avoid falling. The ee felt a pain in left shoulder. Employee sought medical attention the day of injury and was released to full duty. After a follow up evaluation with a orthopedic on 5/8/2017, the employee was placed on restricted duty.

July 11, 2002 KY · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Kosmos Cement Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS WALKING UP STEPS TO DUST COLLECTOR, WHEN HIS LEFT KNEE LOCKED UP. NO APPARENT CONTRIBUTING CONDITIONS.

July 1, 2002 KY · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Kosmos Cement Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS WALKING ALONG 949 CONVEYOR CARRYING TOOLS & EQUIPMENT WHEN HE SLIPPED SPRAINING LEFT SHOULDER & HIP.

May 21, 2002 KY · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Kosmos Cement Company · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS STEPPING DOWN FROM D-8 DOZER & MISJUDGED THE DISTANCE OF LAST STEP TO GROUND, RESULTING IN STRAIN OF BACK & HIP.

February 3, 2001 PA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Kosmos Cement Company · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EMPLOYEE TRIPPED AND FELL WHILE WALKING OVER A BEAM. HIS RIGHT WRIST AND HAND SUSTAINED INJURIES.

January 11, 2001 PA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Kosmos Cement Company · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EMPLOYEE TRIPPED ON A STEEL PLATE AND FELL.

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