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June 12, 2026 OH · Metal/Non-Metal mine manager, mine foreman, mine owner HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Weber Sand & Gravel Inc · Struck by flying object

When repairing the excavator track, a rock got crushed in the track and launched a fragment at EE's right forearm resulting in a laceration that required a trip to the ER where it was glued closed. The size of the laceration is approx 3/8".

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