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December 12, 2020 MI · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Detroit Salt Co LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was in the process of changing bits on the continuous miner. Employee struck right thumb with hammer while installing bit sleeve causing contusion. Medical treatment only.

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