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September 20, 1990 CA · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
Mariposa Aggregates · Contact with hot objects or substances

THE HYDRAULIC LINE BLEW OFF FITTING RESULTING IN AN OIL VAPOR THAT HIT THE TURBO CHARGER THAT FLASHED CAUSING A FLASH BURN TO OPERATOR'S FOREARM.

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