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December 4, 2014 TN · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Prosperity Coal, LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee was taking a break in #3 heading, leaning over the batteries on the back of the scoop. A piece of draw rock measuring approx. 22" x 39" across and 2 1/2" thick, tapering down thinner at edges, dislodged from the mine roof, falling approx. 2 ft. striking him on the top of his hard hat. Disorienting the employee.

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