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June 5, 2023 AK · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Delta Industrial Services Inc · Struck by falling object

Employee was removing a gear box on a conveyor belt and the gear box slipped out of EE's control and hit EE's right forearm. The bracket on the gear box was sharp enough to cause a small laceration requiring a few stitches and release back to work.

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