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July 18, 2017 CO · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Meeker Stone Company, LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Individual was sorting loose flagstone pieces. EE twisted ankle between two rocks. While falling, ee let go of the rock ee was holding onto and it landed on the injured foot as well.

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