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July 20, 2012 GA · Metal/Non-Metal pumper HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Broad River Stone · Struck against stationary object

Employee was installing new flashing in a new drop chute. Employee had put his arm over the chute which was freshly cut metal and cut his upper arm requiring 8 stitches. Rubber was immediately installed on top of drop chutes which will prevent any further injuries.

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