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August 5, 2002 WV · Coal welder (shop) HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Gauley Eagle Holdings, Inc. · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EMPLOYEE PICKED UP END OF 1/4 INCH AIR LINE WITH AIR CHUCK ATTACHED AS TO AIR A TIRE. HE STATED HE FELT A TINGLE IN HIS BACK.

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