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September 9, 2008 FL · Metal/Non-Metal MACHINERY
Counts Construction Company Inc · Accident type, without injuries

Operator was sidding underwater limerock when floor underneath excavator gave way causing excavator to tip into 15'-18' of water. Operator jumped out of the door and swam to bank. Operator had right lower leg contusion and was cleared to return to work at 100% full duty.

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