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July 17, 2012 TN · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Monterey Sand LLC · Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

Employee was using a sledge hammer to break a nut loose on a crusher. He complained of back soreness the next day. He did not note having any pain until he was at home that night.

August 21, 2009 TN · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Monterey Sand LLC · Struck by flying object

While using a wire brush, dirt flew underneath safety glasses and went underneath EE's eyelid.

November 6, 2006 TN · Metal/Non-Metal outside foreman, leadman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Monterey Sand LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was using a hammer and a chisle to remove a bearing for a snubber pulley. The hammer broke and hit his left index finger, cutting it and his finger nail. He went to the emergency room and had finger nail removed and 9 stitches. He returned to work at 2 PM.

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