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August 22, 2015 CA · Metal/Non-Metal beltman, conveyor man, conveyor belt worker, mobile bridge carrierman, feeder operator, conveyor rider MACHINERY
United Rock Products Corp · Flash burns (welding)

Employee was welding during his shift and later started feeling discomfort in his eyes. He reported discomfort on Monday 8/24/2015 and was sent to the clinic. He was returned to regular duty with no follow-up appointments. However he was given a prescription eye drop.

September 13, 2005 CA · Metal/Non-Metal beltman, conveyor man, conveyor belt worker, mobile bridge carrierman, feeder operator, conveyor rider MACHINERY
United Rock Products Corp · Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

Employee and co-workers were working on rake cables on dredge. Employees failed to properly lock-out equipment. Employee was caught between rake cable and wench, when the wench energized, causing extreme bruising to right forearm.

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