They were replacing transmission in the water truck. While pushing on transmission jack a rock got stuck under a wheel causing extra load. While pushing and pulling employee over strained.
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June 6, 2016
TX · Metal/Non-Metal
maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech
HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Arcosa Crushed Concrete · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects
Arcosa Crushed Concrete · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects
EE removed sucker hose to clean out debris while re-installing sucker hose EE pulled a groin muscle. I was informed of the injury two days later. I sent EE to medical clinic. Which then I was informed EE has a hernia.
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