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1983–2026
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August 26, 1991 WV · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor FIRE
Millville Quarry Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

CLEANNG UP AROUND RAILROAD BUILDING CUTTING WEEDS NOTICED BEES COMING FROM 6" PIPE. POURED BRAKE ANTI-FREEZE INTO PIPE, LITE FUSEE TO KILL BEES. HOWEVER EXPLOSION OCCURRED AND IGNITED CLOTHI NG CAUSING SEVERE BURNS TO BACK, ARMS AND FOREARMS.

August 26, 1991 WV · Metal/Non-Metal motorman, motor person, swamper, switchman, locomotive operator FIRE
Millville Quarry Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

CLEANNG UP AROUND RAILROAD BUILDING CUTTING WEEDS NOTICED BEES COMING FROM 6" PIPE. POURED BRAKE ANTI-FREEZE INTO PIPE, LITE FUSEE TO KILL BEES. HOWEVER EXPLOSION OCCURRED AND IGNITED CLOTHI NG CAUSING SEVERE BURNS TO LEFT ARM AND NECK.

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