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May 1, 1995 WY · Metal/Non-Metal drill operator EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS
Guernsey Stone Company · Struck by flying object

EMPLOYEES WERE SHOOTING ELECTRIC BLASTING CAPS BY SUBMERGING CAPS IN 6 FT WATER HOLE. EMPLOYEE'S CAP DID NOT GO IN WATER. FLYING METAL OFF CAP CUT INJURED'S LEFT CHEEK. REQUIRED STITCHES.

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