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273,193
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2000–2026
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May 12, 2014 VT · Metal/Non-Metal crusher attendant/operator, pan feeder operator/worker HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Newport Sand & Gravel Co/Carroll Concrete · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Changing screens on wash deck, another employee was handing employee a screen, it started to fall while trying to grab it thumb went into hole twisting thumb and wrist on right hand.

October 3, 2011 VT · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Newport Sand & Gravel Co/Carroll Concrete · Struck against stationary object

Swinging a long handled sledge hammer in a confined area, hit left elbow on the steel frame of crusher on the return swing.

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