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June 12, 2025 AL · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)

At the beginning of the shift in the parking lot, an employee was moving their personal firearm from car's console to a discreet location when the firearm discharged. They sustained a minor wound to their leg that did not require stitches. They was released to work on June 16th.

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