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October 25, 2011 CA · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Humboldt Redwood Company LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Climbing access ladder to grease Extec Screener before startup. Felt something "give" in his the calf of his right leg. Experienced high level of pain and not able to put weight on leg.

November 24, 2008 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech STRIKING OR BUMPING
Humboldt Redwood Company LLC · Struck against stationary object

Setting up for welding repairs on the top of the extec screener/crusher-pulling welding leads up to the work site. Swung body around strikig forehead against the headblock of the shop truck crane which was holding the repair component in place. Laceration to right forehead requiring sutures.

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