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November 26, 2002 TN · Metal/Non-Metal mine manager, mine foreman, mine owner ELECTRICAL
RAJA Stone, Inc · Flash burns (electric)

WAS ENERGIZING LINE TO IMPACT FEEDER BELT WIRE HAD GOTTEN TRIP SWITCH. WHEN SWITCH WAS ENGAGED CAUSED THE WIRE TO SHORT BEHIND LEVER AND BOX CAUSING A FIRE BALL TO FORM. BLOWING LID OPEN AND BURNING FACE AND HAND AREA OF PLANT MGR.

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