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April 14, 1999 WV · Coal scoop car operator FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Thunder Bay Inc · Struck by falling object

EMPLOYEE WAS WALKING FROM POWER CENTER SREA TO RETURN TO HIS SCOOP PARKED NEARBY. A PIECE OF DRAW ROCK FELL FROM TOP, STRIKING EMPLOYEE ON BACK AND NECK AREA.

September 18, 1998 WV · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Thunder Bay Inc · Struck by falling object

EE WAS OPERATING A 482 SCOOP IN THE #2 FACE AREAWHEN A PIECE OF DRAW ROCK 12"X8"X1/4" THICK FELLFROM THE ROOF AND STRUCK HIM ON THE LEFT HAND CAUSING INJURY TO IT.

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