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2000–2026
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September 8, 2008 NY · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Rainbow Quarries Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was turning stone on edge to split when foot slipped in wet depression causing employee to twist. He felt a pop and pain in his lower back.

April 17, 2000 NY · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Rainbow Quarries Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE WAS SPLITTING STONE & BLACKED OUT. FELL & HIT HIS HEAD.

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