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November 21, 2017 CO · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Mill Iron Mining · Fall from machine

Employee slipped on screen plant and fell injuring their shoulder and back. Employee went to Dr. and was placed on light duty. Employee was trained in fall protection and had access to fall protection but did not wear it at the time of the accident.

September 10, 2016 CO · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Mill Iron Mining · Struck by falling object

Employee was cleaning the discharge chute for 4 inch plus sized rock. Upon completing the task, the employee positioned their face at the base of the chute and lifted the shield that prevents rock from bouncing off the chute and missing conveyor below; 4 inch rock exited chute just as EE lifted the shield/belt.

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