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August 24, 2000 TX · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Delmar Materials LLC · Struck by falling object

WHILE LIFTING SAND SCREW FOR ASSEMBLY TO SCREW AUGER HOUSING NYLON LIFTING STRAP. CAME IN CONTACT WITH SHARP METAL EDGE OF HOUSING. NYLON STRAP WAS SEVERED AND CHUTE FELL ON EE WORKING BELOW.

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