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April 12, 2010 GA · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Elite Sand LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Miner twisted ankle after falling while standing on a pallet with a rubber mat on it. Moderate sprain to left ankle. Expect miner to return to full duty w/ in 2 weeks w/ no impairment. Miner not wearing work boots per policy. Poor housekeeping. All miners counseled on PPE and proper housekeeping. Nonconductive surface re-engineered to prevent future occurence.

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