You indicated that:

• The affected employee could have experienced day(s) away from work, of restricted work, or of job transfer in the absence of the work-related event or exposure.

According to OSHA Regulations 29 CFR 1904.5.b.4, the work-related event or exposure does NOT appear to have "significantly aggravated" the pre-existing condition. Please continue to determine whether the injury or illness is recordable under OSHA regulations.

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