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273,193
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Years on record
2000–2026
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July 25, 2014 NJ · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
Inversand Company · Struck by flying object

Employee walked by bagging machine while fan was on and something blew into the employee's eye.

June 23, 2011 NJ · Metal/Non-Metal ledgeman/hand, quarry man MACHINERY
Inversand Company · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Running shakers and sand blew into right eye. Went to doctor and then saw specialist. Returned to work after 1 day away.

June 9, 2011 NJ · Metal/Non-Metal warehouseman, bagger, palletizer/stacker, store keeper, packager, fabricator, cleaning plant operator MACHINERY
Inversand Company · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Running shaker and sand blew into right eye. Doctor authorized return to work.

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