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1983–2026
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August 17, 1994 MD · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
Seven Star Aggregates Inc · Struck by flying object

EMPLOYEE WAS TRYING TO PRY LOOSE A ROCK WHICH WAS WEDGED BETWEEN TWO TIRES ON A DUMP TRUCK. HE WAS USING A STEEL LONG PINCH BAR TO DO THIS. THE TIRE EXPLODED AND THE ROCK SHOT OUT AND BURSTED. PIECED OF ROCK PEPPERED HIS FACE AND ENTERED HIS EYES. THERE WAS ALSO SOME CUTS ON HIS WRIST.

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