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January 12, 2022 WY · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
IHC Scott · Struck by falling object

Employee was removing a belly pan from a dozer. As employee removed the last bolt the pan fell on employee's right hand. Laceration and contusion to right hand required stitches.

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