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August 10, 2017 AK · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Arctic Gold Mining LLC · Rubbed or abraded

Employee was holding the head of the bolt with right hand while operating a impact wrench removing the nut on the bolt with left hand. The head of the bolt turned in right hand causing a laceration to the hand. Employee was taken to the ER where they received medical treatment. 6 staples were put in the hand to close the wound.

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