All MSHA-reportable accidents at Big Laurel Mining Corporation operations in 2009. Fatalities appear first.
A fall was discovered in a return entry of No. 1 mains, 1 break inby survey station No. 1926. The fall measured approx 20' wide X 20' long X 7' plus in height. There were no injuries or equipment involved. Passage of men and ventilation was not affected.
The individual was struck by a rib roll measuring approximately 20' long X 2' thick X 4 1/2' wide causing crushing injuries.
Employee had cut off the No2 and No3 belts and was in the process of crossing the belt when he fell. His left side in the rib area striking top belt structure.
The employee was working on a miner and was using a 3/4"" ratchet wrench and bar to break loose bolts. When the bolt broke loose suddenly, he fell and strained his neck and shoulder. He worked his regular job and did not miss any work until 4/13/09.
The injured was getting off a rubber tired personnel carrier. When he turned to get off, he felt pain in his right knee. The injured did not miss any work until July 26, 2009 when he underwent arthroscopic surgery to correct condition.
The ee was walking in the #4 entry at the fly curtain and stepped on a piece of rock twisting his left ankle.
The individual was working on a continuous miner machine conveyor chain. He struck the chain with a ball-pen hammer and a piece of metal from the hammer entered his right index finger. A physician removed the metal and sutured the wound.
The employee was attempting to move a pallet with 4 bags of rock dust on it and strained his back. The injury received physical therapy. He did not miss work and returned to his regular job.