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June 1, 1994 IN · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
Ward Stone Inc · Struck by flying object

INJURED WAS IN THE PROCESS OF REMOVING THE RIGHTREAR TIRE FROM AN R 22 EUCLID WHEN PRESSURE FROMTHE INSIDE DUAL TIRE FORCED THE OUTER TIRE OFF. THIS TIRE HIT INJURED IN THE FACE CAUSING CUTS TO HIS FOREHEAD & FACE.

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