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September 8, 2005 MO · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
Smasal Aggregates and Asphalt, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was holding grease gun in both hands. He lifted arms to reach above shoulder level and felt twinge in back of neck. Grease gun weight is approx 10 lbs.

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