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July 20, 2014 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer FALL OF ROOF OR BACK

Mojave Desert Minerals, LLC · Struck by falling object

Miner was bolting with a Jack Leg while collaring a hole. A rock came down and hit his right forearm causing laceration to right forearm, resulting in staples.

March 10, 2013 AZ · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man FALL OF ROOF OR BACK

Mojave Desert Minerals, LLC · Struck by falling object

Miner was installing a roof-bolt in the back when a small rock came loose causing a laceration on the left forearm requiring stitches, the miner returned to work the same shift with a full release.

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