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October 21, 2025 VT · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Shelburne Limestone Corp · Struck by falling object

WHILE CHANGING SCREENS A TOOL FELL FROM AN EMPLOYEE'S GRIP AND HIT ANOTHER EMPLOYEE IN THE MOUTH. THE LIP LACERATION REQUIRED STITCHES.

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