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February 27, 2023 SC · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Inman Stone Company Inc · Struck by falling object

Lone man inside hopper wearing safety glasses directly underneath feeder was changing nuts and bolts. Some fine debris got around glasses (nose corner) when looking up. Worked all day. Went to doctor in evening for irritated eye. Eye drops prescribed after remaining debris removed. Worked each day without restriction as normal. No lost time. Dr. released for full duty.

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