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January 31, 1992 TN · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator ELECTRICAL

West Tennessee Gravel Co. · Contact with hot objects or substances

EMPLOYEE PSUHED THE OUTSIDE LEVER OFF THE 200 AMP BOX WHEN HE DID IT EXPLODED AND BURNED HIS RIGHT HAND.

July 29, 1991 TN · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech ELECTRICAL

West Tennessee Gravel Co. · Flash burns (electric)

TURNING ON SWITCH TO ELECTRIC MOTOR SWITCH SHORTED OUT. EXPLOSION FROM SHORT THREW DOOR TO BOX OPEN AND BURNED HIS RIGHT HAND.

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