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May 26, 2004 CA · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator MACHINERY

Hillsdale Rock Company Inc · Struck against a moving object

Operator was using scraper and dozer pushed a little too hard from behind.

January 8, 2002 CA · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY

Hillsdale Rock Company Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

MECHANIC WAS REMOVING MUFFLER WITH WELDING TORCH,HOT SPARK FLEW INTO HIS LT. EAR.

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