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2000–2026
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August 25, 2020 IL · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Ozinga Materials Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Mechanic was using bolt and hammer to drive pin out of excavator boom cylinder. Pin came out causing mechanic's hand to slide against the boom, and EE hit left index finger with the hammer.

August 18, 2016 IL · Metal/Non-Metal miner, prospector, nec MACHINERY
Ozinga Materials Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Used a come along and chain to pull shaft out of conveyor tail pulley. While cutting sleeve off shaft with torch, the chain heated and snapped hitting miners left hand. Diagnosed with pain in left hand. No fractures.

August 26, 2014 IL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Ozinga Materials Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Miner was lowering a 2 inch hose from one level of the plant to another and felt a pop in his back. Minor lumbar strain. Doctor took him off work for one day.

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