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2000–2026
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June 13, 2018 SD · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Pacer Corporation · Struck by flying object

EE was breaking jasper brick grinding media with a sledge hammer in order to obtain smaller pieces. EE busted a piece that flew up and cut middle finger on left hand. EE supervisor controlled the bleeding and took ee to the hospital where EE received two stitches.

May 11, 2015 SD · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Pacer Corporation · Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

Dropped Hammer - Cut Thumb - 4 stitches administered

May 10, 2010 SD · Metal/Non-Metal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Pacer Corporation · Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

Trying to unplug wet feed in a feed hopper using a sledge hammer and injured left shoulder.

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