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October 2, 2024 SD · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Dakota Constructors Inc · Struck by falling object

Miner was standing in way of excavator pin removal. Was not wearing steel toe shoes. Was told to be away from area by foreman before pin fell.

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