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September 11, 2010 OR · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
Wildish Sand & Gravel Co · Struck by flying object

Grinding a piece of metal, piece of metal bounced off service truck and entered the side of his safety glasses. Grinder guard in place and safety glasses were worn. Eye flushed and thought particle was washed out. Following morning the eye was sore and red - particle had adhered to the right eye.

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