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May 30, 1994 TN · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Greenback Crushed Stone Inc · Struck by flying object

THE EMPLOYEE WAS BEATING ON A ROCK THAT WAS HUNG WITH A HAMMER IN THE TUNNEL. THE ROCK HE WAS BEATING ON CHIPPED OFF AND WENT INTO HIS LEFT EYE. SAFETY GLASSES WERE AVAILABLE.

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