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April 6, 2011 NV · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Modern Concrete Inc · Struck by falling object

4/6/11 Laborer walked in tool shed to get tools they were getting the tail pulley and bearings ready to maintenance on the Feed Conveyor. The Tail Pulley shaft was in the walkway of the interior of the tool shed it tipped over falling on the employees' left foot.

November 20, 2010 NV · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Modern Concrete Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was removing engine block heater from John Deere 624-J loader while standing over the engine compartment. Employee started to slip and while preventing self from falling on the ground she strained her right arm, shoulder, and neck. Employee was seen in the emergency room where it was determined there were no broken bones only a strain.

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