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August 2, 2005 NC · Metal/Non-Metal barge/boat/dredge/towbarge/towboat/leach operator, riverman, deck hand HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Riverfront Company, LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Pipe support on gravel conveyer fell from an upright position as conveyer was being relocated. Two employees lifted support back into position. Afterward ee complained he felt pain in his abdomen. His supervisor sent him to office to report injury. Was sent to medac for diagnosis.

September 10, 2004 NC · Metal/Non-Metal barge/boat/dredge/towbarge/towboat/leach operator, riverman, deck hand SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Riverfront Company, LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EMPLOYEE WAS ON THE DREDGE, MOVING TO THE CABIN TO THROTTLE THE ENGINE; HE SLIPPED ON THE DECK AND FELL.

August 26, 2004 NC · Metal/Non-Metal barge/boat/dredge/towbarge/towboat/leach operator, riverman, deck hand SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Riverfront Company, LLC · Fall onto or against objects

Employee was making repairs to the flats at the end of the dredge using the tender. He stepped from the tender, foot was caught causing employee to fall against Ibeam. bruised left side shoulder/elbow, etc.

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