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2000–2026
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August 18, 2015 AL · Metal/Non-Metal scoop tram operator, load/haul/dump operator POWERED HAULAGE
Foley Materials Company · Struck against a moving object

Operator was backing atop ramp to the feed hopper, just before reaching the bumper stop he felt the ground give way causing his truck to go into the collapsing material.

January 27, 2006 AL · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator POWERED HAULAGE
Foley Materials Company · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Hydraulic line on CAT loader came loose and hit windshield, breaking the windshield. Glass and hydraulic oil hit employee's face/eyes. Employee had safety glasses on. CAT dealer advised they had a recall notice to fix the hydraulic oil line but they were behind and had not sent the notice out to customers.

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