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June 16, 1999 IN · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Walton Quarry Inc · Struck by flying object

EMPLOYEE WAS USING A HAMMER TO BREAK STONE BLOCKHAMMER HIT THE STEEL WEDGE AND A PIECE OF STEEL BROKE OFF AND HIT EMPLOYEE ON THE TOP OUTSIDE EDGE OF HIS RIGHT EAR. EMPLOYEE WAS TAKEN TO ER. HE WAS GIVEN A TETANUS SHOT AND NINE STITCHES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND WATCH FOR INFECTION.

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