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September 10, 2025 KY · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Bluegrass Natural Resources, LLC · Struck by falling object

On September 10th, 2025, a non-fatal accident occurred during the process of retreat mining on the 005-0 MMU. A rock struck a mobile roof support operator, which resulted in injuries to their lower leg areas.

September 23, 2024 KY · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Bluegrass Natural Resources, LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee was installing rib bolt, was inserting glue into hole when a piece of sharp draw rock fell from mine roof striking employee's left hand causing a laceration and fracture.

January 26, 2024 KY · Coal examiner, fire boss, pre-shift examiner, mine examiner FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Bluegrass Natural Resources, LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee had hands placed on belt rail, observing belt and a piece of rock fell from the top and lacerated right pinky finger.

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