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May 18, 2009 NM · Metal/Non-Metal outside foreman, leadman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Deming Sand & Gravel Inc · Fall from machine

On May 18th employee descending 980 loader when foot slipped off last rung, then fell to ground. I was not informed until 6/9/09, when he stated his back was sore. He continued to work until 6/18/09. He stated his back kwas still sore, so I advised him to go to the doctor.

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