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September 10, 2016 CO · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Mill Iron Mining · Struck by falling object

Employee was cleaning the discharge chute for 4 inch plus sized rock. Upon completing the task, the employee positioned their face at the base of the chute and lifted the shield that prevents rock from bouncing off the chute and missing conveyor below; 4 inch rock exited chute just as EE lifted the shield/belt.

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