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August 15, 1986 NJ · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman IGNITION OR EXPLOSION OF GAS OR DUST
Rocklen Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

EMPLOYEE WAS CL9ANING INSIDE OF OIL TRUCK WITH RAGS SOAKED WITH GASOLINE ON END OF STICK. AFTER 3 APPLICATIONS WITH STICK WATER WAS USED TO CLEAN INSIDE OF TANK. CAUSING VAPORS TO RISE AND I GNITE CREATING 0LASH.

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