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March 5, 1993 LA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS

American Barite Corp · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EMPLOYEE WAS LIFTING 100# BAGS OF BARITE AND HE INJURED HIS SHOULDER NECK AREA.

September 26, 1990 LA · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) HANDLING OF MATERIALS

American Barite Corp · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EMPLOYEE WAS CARRYING A SHEET OF EXPANDING METAL AND HE PULLED A MUSCLE IN THE LEFT SIDE OF HIS CHEST.

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