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April 1, 2022 CT · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator MACHINERY
The York Hill Trap Rock Quarry Company, Inc. · Contact with hot objects or substances

Employee was using a cutting torch to cut a piece of steel. While cutting a piece of slag fell onto pant leg and burned through the pants. When the slag hit skin it caused a burn to left leg/shin.

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