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November 25, 1995 WV · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman ELECTRICAL

Panther Creek Corp · Flash burns (electric)

EE PUT BREAKER IN FOR THE OUTSIDE DRIVE, WHEN A PHASE LEAD BURNT OFF OF LINE SIDE OF BREAKER, DUE TO A LOOSE CONNECTION, CAUSING FLASH BURNS TO HIS RIGHT EAR AND NECK.

October 31, 1994 WV · Coal roof bolter helper, rock bolter helper, pinner helper ELECTRICAL

Avondale Coal Sales Inc · Contact with electrical current

EE WAS STANDING IN A WET AREA. HE TOUCHED THE LIGHT ON THE BOLTER AND RECEIVED AN ELECTRIC SHOCK.

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