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November 27, 2007 UT · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS
Harper Sand & Gravel · Struck by flying object

Blaster did not have good visual of area below: parked equipment blocked access into the blast area. After first blast, loader went into area to get a bucket of dirt. Second blast went off. There was damage to cab of loader. Injuries to ribs and head of operator.

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