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October 20, 2020 WA · Metal/Non-Metal crusher attendant/operator, pan feeder operator/worker HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
New Shine Quarry LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Miner was tightening track frame bolts on an excavator. Pinched thumb between the ratchet and track frame causing a laceration which required 7 stitches.

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