Wolf Creek Surface #3Coal

EE reported to the nightshift foreman that he had stepped off the ladder of a 992G and stepped on a rock causing him to twist his hip. He was asked if he needed to go to the doctor. He declined and said that he had an appointment with a specialist on Saturday. He was informed to get a release from the doctor before retruning to work.

Employee called on 3/3/10 stating that he hurt his back on 3/2/10 while loading a shot with wet hole bags. He stated that he was going to the doctor. He returned to work on 3/4/10 with no doctors excuse. He said the doctors office was full and that he did not wait. He worked the 4th, 5th, and 6th. He called on the 8th stating he could not work.