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Years on record: 1983–2026
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May 9, 1994 MA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)

Construction Service · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PULL STONES FROM THE GRIZZLY WITH A PIPE HOOK, FELT SHARP PAIN IN LOWER RIGHT BACK.

October 18, 1993 MA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)

Construction Service · Struck against stationary object

WHILE PRYING WITH A BAR, BAR SLIPPED CAUSING RIGHT ARM TO BANG STEEL.

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