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June 16, 2005 WA · Metal/Non-Metal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Shine Quarry Inc · Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

Clearly this is a non-chargeable accident-injury. I received first notice of injury 8-11-05. Employee did say on 6-15-05 he felt a pulled muscle. No work loss at time. On 8-5-05 thought he should have it checked out. Currently at work, no further attention required at this time.

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