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August 4, 2014 NC · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator POWERED HAULAGE
Ararat Rock Products · Struck against a moving object

Operator was operating the skid steer cleaning up around crushing plant, dug down to deep edge of bucket came in contact with a piece of metal in the ground. Operator was thrown forward in cab, lower chest was struck by safety restraint. At the time of accident operator was fine, 1 1/2 hours later he started feeling nauseous went to hospital for exam.

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