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.
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Powell Mountain Energy LLC · Struck by falling object
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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