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January 17, 2014 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
H & S Developers Inc · Fall from ladders

Employee was on 3rd step of ladder inspecting a sand crew. As he stepped down he missed the 2nd step on ladder falling backwards onto his left arm and shoulder.

April 12, 2013 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
H & S Developers Inc · Struck against stationary object

Employee was tightening bolt on screening plant when the wrench slipped smashing his finger on guard

March 4, 2010 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec FIRE
H & S Developers Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

Non EE came to the pit to pick up vehicle he had purchased from the company.He was suppose to load and haul the vehicle away. While EE went to obtain a chain for the Non EE to use, he attempted to cut the vehicle with a torch. The vehicle caught on fire burning Non EE on approx. 80% of his body.

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