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October 10, 2008 IL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
Nokomis Quarry Company · Struck against stationary object

While stepping on a stone EE twisted his ankle/leg. EE continued to work; ankle did swell up at home EE went to doctor could not determine any fracture. EE then went to another doctor and again no findings. EE then went to a speciaiist and it was determined that he had a hair-line fracture but was able to continue to work. EE did wear a boot for support but was able to work.

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