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August 15, 1991 PA · Coal section foreman, bullgang foreman, labor foreman, leadman, shift boss ELECTRICAL
Quemahoning Collieries · Contact with electrical current

WHILE CHANGING DIRECTIONS ON A 440 VOLT FACE PUMP. EMPLOYEE DID NOT PERSONALLY CHECK TO SEE IF THE POWER WAS OFF. IT WAS NOT OFF, CAUSING THE INJURY.

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