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3,112
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1983–2026
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April 24, 1985 WV · Coal mine manager, mine foreman, mine owner FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Sarahco Mining Ltd · Struck by falling object

INJURED WAS CLEANING INTAKE ENTRY 3 CROSS-CUTS INSIDE MINE WITH A SCOOP WHEN A PIECE OF ROCK FELL STRIKING HEAD

February 4, 1983 WV · Coal roof bolter helper, rock bolter helper, pinner helper FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Sarahco Mining Ltd · Struck by falling object

INJURED WAS SETTING SAFETY JACKS WHEN A SMALL PIECE OF DRAW SLATE FELL BETWEEN PINS STRIKING SAID PERSON ON RIGHT SIDE OF FACE CUTTING EAR JAW AND CHIN

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