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December 10, 1998 WV · Coal FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Shar-Ing Mining Inc · Struck by falling object

EE WAS REPAIRING A VENTILATION CURTAIN WHENA PIECE OF ROCK THAT MEASURED 36"X33"X0-6"THICK FELL FROM BETWEEN THE ROOF BOLTS & RIB CUTTING HIS LEFT FOOT

April 30, 1998 WV · Coal section foreman, bullgang foreman, labor foreman, leadman, shift boss FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Shar-Ing Mining Inc · Struck by falling object

WHILE REACHING TO PULL MINER CABLE A PIECE OF DRAW ROCK FELL, CUTTING FINGER ON RIGHT HAND.

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