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1983–2026
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April 17, 1991 NM · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator MACHINERY
Mathis & Mathis Mining Company · Struck by flying object

INJURED EMPLOYEE WAS HELPING A WELDER CUT STEEL WHEN DEBRIS FLEW UP INTO HIS EYE

July 5, 1989 NM · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver MACHINERY
Mathis & Mathis Mining Company · Flash burns (welding)

THE INJURED WAS HELPING THE WELDER AT THE TIME.HE WAS HANDING HIM PARTS AND HOLDING PARTS FOR HIM.HE SUFFERED BURNS TO THE EYES FROM A REFLECTION OFF OF THE WELDING MACHINE.

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