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July 13, 2005 KY · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS
CAM Mining LLC · Struck by flying object

EE was making a repair on the highwall miner when a blast was detonated. A piece of flyrock or a piece off of the equipment struck him on the right lower leg.

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