While installing a deflection shield for under the redimat, employee was notching the belt to fit correctly around the gate foot with a box cutter. Cutting towards the foot/body, the box cutter slipped and cut employee through EE's work boot and cut into inside part of EE's R foot. Seeked medical care and no stitches or restrictions.
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