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Of which fatal: 3,111
Years on record: 1983–2026
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August 13, 1984 KY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech FALL OF ROOF OR BACK

Coalfield Development Inc · Struck by falling object

DRAW ROCK FELL FROM ROOF ONTO THE TOP OF SCOOP CATCHING THE OPERATOR I NAME ON THE SIDE OF LEFT ARM

February 24, 1984 KY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech FALL OF ROOF OR BACK

Coalfield Development Inc · Struck by falling object

CAP COAL FELL FROM ROOF AND CUAGHT EDDIE COMPTON ON THE LEFT SHOULDER AND HEAD NECK WAS INJURED, ALSO.

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