July 1, 2005
MD · Coal
laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman
EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS
Laoc Corporation · Struck by rolling or sliding object
Shot was hooked up to cast. 42 + 67 ms between rows. Held 12' stem on inside of shot, 14' on outside. Shot climbed approx 200' high then went outward hitting equip. & pickup. Face was checked with tape. Holes were checked as loaded. No problem with any holes, all holes looked solid. Employee was hit with flyrock while observing shot.