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March 10, 2025 KS · Metal/Non-Metal rock driller STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
Hutchinson Salt Company · Struck against stationary object

EE stepped on a chunk of salt and slipped, strained left knee. Went to DR 3/21/25 and 3/28/25 no work restrictions. Returned to DR 4/7/25 for MRI. Torn meniscus identified 4/9/25 after MRI was reviewed by DR. EE will be sent to Ortho Knee Specialist.

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