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Years on record: 1983–2026
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May 24, 1983 KY · Coal continuous miner operator, coal mole operator FALL OF ROOF OR BACK

Lucky Star Coal Company Inc · Struck by falling object

EMPLOYEE WAS OPERATING THE MINER WHEN A PIECE OF ROCK FELL FROM THE TOP STRIKING THE MANS LEFT HAND

May 5, 1983 KY · Coal timberman FALL OF ROOF OR BACK

Lucky Star Coal Company Inc · Struck by falling object

MAN WAS SETTING TIMBERS FOR A WILCOX MINER WHEN A ROCK FALL OCCURRED, TRAPPING THE MAN. ADMITTED TO ST. JOSEPH HOSPITAL FOR SURGERY.

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