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December 28, 2004 WV · Coal discontinued 1/31/2014. several other codes cover scoop car operator FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Fossil Fuels Inc · Struck by falling object

INJURED WAS WALKING ALONG BELT, WHEN A DRAW ROCK (3 1/2 FEET DIAMETER & 4" THICK) FELL STRIKING HIM ON THE SHOULDER ON LEFT SIDE.

August 21, 2004 WV · Coal shuttle car operator, mantrip operator, ramcar operator, rail runner, buggy operator FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Fossil Fuels Inc · Struck by falling object

Injured was building a permanent stopping when a piece of draw rock fell from mine roof striking injured on right shoulder. Rock was 2' in diameter, and 2" thick.

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