All MSHA-reportable accidents at Pittsburg & Midway Coal Mining Company operations in 2015. Fatalities appear first.
Mechanic was using impact gun to remove cutting edges from dozer. The nut got hung-up on the bolt and the bolt head became unseated from the recessed hole of cutting edge. The spinning head contacted the mechanic's gloved left hand causing a laceration requiring four sutures.
Employee was on break and eating when injury occurred.
Employee was removing excess silt from a truck tailgate skirt when a gust of wind blew through the work area causing dust to enter employee's right eye through an opening around his safety glasses.
Employee was using a magnetic drill. Power failed causing the drill to fall and smash the right index finger. Drill was not secured to the beam.
EMC employee diagnosed with an RSI by an authorized physician. Surgery will be necessary and employee was taken off of work due to seriousness of condition. An investigation has already been completed. First DAFW is 8-26-15.
Employee suffered hearing loss during his work time underground, caused EE to have a reportable hearing shift and require hearing aids. EE was diagnosed by a audiologist on 5/20/15, no days away from work.
This was a medical emergency due to the employee collapsing without losing consciousness. The employee was dizzy and experiencing a headache. The employee collapsed when he attempted to get up from his chair during the meeting he was chairing. Help was provided and an ambulance was called.