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December 17, 1997 AL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman IGNITION OR EXPLOSION OF GAS OR DUST
Apac Alabama Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

EMPLOYEE CUTTING HOLE IN OVERSIZE CHUTE TO UNCLOG IT USING A WELDING/CUTTING TORCH. THE O-RING FAILED CAUSING ACETYLENE TO ESCAPE AND IGNITE BURNING TOP OF LEFT HAND.

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