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March 21, 2018 NY · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
H L Robinson Sand & Gravel Inc · Fall from machine

Slips, Trips and Falls: Employees should maintain three points of contact on a ladder at all times. Employee had no outward physical injury but missed one day of work due to concussion.

December 8, 2011 NY · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
H L Robinson Sand & Gravel · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was checking antifreeze in loader when he shut the hood down onto his finger.

May 19, 2008 NY · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator ELECTRICAL
H L Robinson Sand & Gravel · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee attempted to jump start a utility pickup truck. When attaching jumper cables the battery exploded. First Aid with Eye Wash was supplied, and he was taken to local medical center. Told to take day off and take a shower - given anti-biotics for mild blistering on forehead. No other lasting effects. Back to work next day.

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