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May 13, 2005 TN · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS
B & W Excavation, LLC · Struck by flying object

Rock was blasted at excavation site. Employee was estimated 300 ft from blast site.Dirt pocket in shot resulted in blow out of flying rocks. Employee was hit in left forearm.

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