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November 22, 2008 CA · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
CEMEX Pacific Holdings LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Attempting to remove a taper lock bushing from a large sheave. A weld on a pushing bolt broke when an airgun was applied. The spinning weld and bolt cut through his leather glove and into the palm of his right hand, which was placed at the base. The cut was approx 1 1/4" long and 7 sutures were required. He was wearing all required PPE and had done a JHA.

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