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April 2, 1993 CA · Coal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor OTHER
Jackson Valley Energy Partners L P · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

WHILE EMPLOYEE WAS BENDING OVER TO CHECK TOLUENE TANK LEVEL VIA SIGHT GLASS, VALVE NEAR TOP OF SIGHT GLASS DRIPPED ONE DROP OF TOLUENE INTO EMPLOYEE'S LEFT EYE.

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