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June 22, 2015 KS · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Wade Agricultural Products Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

A miner had unknowingly entered the screening area to assist other miners who had completed a conveyor repair. The injured miner got his left hand pinched in between the conveyor belt and tail pulley. Injuries sustained include broken wrist and cuts on hand and arm. A full accident report with all details will be attached to this online form if the opportunity allows.

July 28, 2005 KS · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Wade Agricultural Products Inc · Struck against stationary object

A piece of steel hit and lodged in right shoulder. Went to emergency room for removal and had three stitches placed. returned to work afterwords the same day.

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