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October 6, 2025 WV · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
Skyway Strip, Inc. · Struck by flying object

Employee was welding on a auger flight wen a small piece of metal got in EE's eye. Employee was wearing safety glasses at the time of the accident.

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