Driller departed from his safe lifting technique training and simultaneously lifted & twisted. This twisting motion resulted in the "tweak" of his back that was ultimately medically diagnosed as a back strain & muscle spasm.
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Konen Rock Crushing Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects
May 17, 2011
WA · Metal/Non-Metal
laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman
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Konen Rock Crushing Inc · Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms
Employee fell 3 feet from working platform and fractured 4 ribs on a piece of iron. Employee had a well lit area but improper footwear and was in too big of a hurry.
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