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June 1, 2022 DE · Metal/Non-Metal outside foreman, leadman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)

M L Joseph Sand & Gravel Company Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was adjusting the impeller on the dredge. Adjustment nut stopped moving so EE starting using a 4 foot Snap On Ratchet and strained self too much.

March 7, 2017 DE · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)

M L Joseph Sand & Gravel Company Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was tightening nut on classifier valve rod. Wrench slipped off nut pinching right forefinger between wrench and top of classifier. Right forefinger was cut. No sutures or broken bones. Employee was given x-ray, tetanus shot and antibiotic.

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