All MSHA-reportable accidents at Wilson Creek Energy, LLC operations in 2020. Fatalities appear first.
the 4 right area had a roof fall approx. 20' wide X 100' long X unknown Height. #4 entry 1 cross cut inby SS 3751 fall continued inby for 100'. Fall was reported at 2:08PM. Area was bolted with 4' fully grouted bolts. ""No bed separation or visible defects in the roof in this area. Cause of the roof fall is unknow.""
Crib tower was being built. Employees were throwing cribs in a fire brigade manner. Injured employee was holding one crib when 2nd crib was thrown to employee. This smashed employee's right pinky finger and caused a crushing injury that made an open wound that required 4 stitches.
Employee was lifting a rail onto stinger when EE felt a pull in EE's left groin area. employee received a hernia. surgery is 3-10-20.
Employee was crossing over the haulage unit when EE stepped down off EE stepped in a hole twisting knee. Employee continued working full duty until 10-05-2020 when the doctor placed EE on restricted duty. Employee is scheduled for surgery on 10-20-2020.
Employee was throwing out belt structure when EE felt a pain in right Bicep. Employee worked normal duty until 10-13-20 when EE seen a doctor and was placed on restricted duty work. Employee has a ruptured bicep.
Employee was removing a rock from the MBC coal chain when the rock slipped it pinched employee's thumb between the rock and coal chain. Employee received 9 stitches to close the laceration.
Roof Bolter has developed swelling (Bursitis) on the right knee. Is being treated with antibiotics for infection.