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February 18, 2023 CA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
C & M Topsoil, Inc. · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee filled fuel tank of the crusher and did cleanout behind the tank. The tank swings out for access. EE was pushing the fuel tank back into place but caught EE's hand near the latch. It pinched between the tank and latch. Employee had gloves on but ended up with an open wound on EE's finger. Sent to emergency room to get the finger stitched.

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