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273,193
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2000–2026
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October 7, 2019 MI · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Napoleon Stone L.L.C. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Worker was splitting stone with hammer next to the fork lift truck. When EE swung the hammer EE accidentally hit the rubber tire of the forklift, the hammer bounced back and hit EE on the side of the head. There were not significant cuts or bruises but EE gave self a concussion.

August 26, 2015 MI · Metal/Non-Metal stone finishing and sizing personnel, stone/rock cut/polish/saw operator, splitter, cutter, trimmer HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Napoleon Stone L.L.C. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Worker was splitting a stone with a rock hammer. He accidentally hit the tip of his index finger with the hammer. He was wearing gloves but still cut the tip of his finger. The finger was sore but did not require stitches.

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