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August 13, 2025 AL · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
RJR Mining Company, Inc. · Struck against stationary object

Maintenance Employee attempting to loosen bolt/nut on boom/carousel on pump truck when wrench slipped off and the back of the employee's left hand struck sharp edge of plate on top of carousel resulting in a laceration to the back of the left hand.

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