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Of which fatal: 3,112
Years on record: 1983–2026
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Scoped to James H Williams Sr

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February 24, 1992 MS · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS

Southwest Paving Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

STRAINED RIGHT SHOULDER,HELPING REMOVE CENTER SECTION FROM REAR OF DIFFERENTIAL OF LOADER EMPLOYEE WORKED ALL DAY.

April 24, 1991 MS · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS

Southwest Paving Inc · Struck by flying object

WHILE REMOVING PUMP FROM CREEK DUE TO HIGHWATER FROM EXCESSIVE RAIN WATER GOT IN FACE GETTING ROCK IN EAR CAUSING INFECTION.

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