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September 11, 1996 SC · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor ELECTRICAL
Murray Mines Inc. · Flash burns (electric)

WHILE WIRING A THREE PHASE MOTOR INTO A MAGNETIC STARTER, THE EMPLOYEE INADVERTENTLY ALLOWED TWO WIRES CHARGED WITH 280 VOLTS TO TOUCH, RESULTING IN AN ELECTRICAL FLASH FIRE.

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