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1983–2026
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June 28, 1991 LA · Metal/Non-Metal hoistman, hoist operator MACHINERY
Thomas Sand & Gravel Company Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

WHEN THE PIN WAS UNHOOKED THE NATURAL TWIST IN THE CAUSED THE HOIST ROPE SOCKET TO SPIN OUT OF CONTROL AND STRIKE EE IN LEFT CHEEK AREA.

January 12, 1988 LA · Metal/Non-Metal barge/boat/dredge/towbarge/towboat/leach operator, riverman, deck hand MACHINERY
Thomas Sand & Gravel Company Inc · Struck by flying object

STANDING 3 FT F9OM PERSON GRINDING AND A PIECE OF WIRE BROKE OFF AND HIT EMPLOYEE IN THE EYE EMPLOYEE WAS WEARING SAFETY GLASSES

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