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May 4, 2011 KY · Coal electrician, lineman FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Powell Mountain Energy LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee was taking a guard off of a take-up and while pushing up on the guard, it hit the roof dislodging a piece of draw rock (16" x 16" x 2")that hit employee on the left leg and ankle.

November 17, 2010 KY · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Powell Mountain Energy LLC · Struck by falling object

While attempting to install a roof bolt, a piece of draw rock, slick sided and sharp, fell striking employee on his left hand causing a laceration to the middle finger requiring stitches.

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