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June 27, 1984 MS · Metal/Non-Metal superintendent HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Perkinston Sand & Gravel Company · Contact with hot objects or substances

HE WAS HEATING A SMALL PIECE OF PIPE SO HE COULD BEND IT. HE ACCIDENTALLY PICKED IT UP AT THE HOT END. RECEIVED 2ND DEGREE BURNS ON RIGHT HAND.

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