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July 12, 2023 WY · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
B & B Enterprises LLC · Rubbed or abraded

Employee was holding on to bolt head with hand while attempting to tighten with impact gun. Bolt head spun in employee's left hand cutting left pinky finger requiring 8 stitches.

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