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1983–2026
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June 20, 1997 WV · Coal continuous miner operator, coal mole operator FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Newtown Energy Inc · Struck by falling object

EE WAS OPERATING A CONTINOUS MINER, WHEN A PIECE OF DRAW ROCK FELL OUT FROM BETWEEN THE ROOF BOLTS AND CUT EE'S HAND THAT REQUIRED STITCHES.

August 28, 1992 WV · Coal scoop car operator FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Newtown Energy Inc · Struck by falling object

ROOF BOLTER OPERATOR WAS SITTING IN DECK UNDER CANOPY, LOOSE PIECE OF ROCK FELL OUT FROM BETWEEN BOLTS AND STRUCK LOWER PART OF LEG.

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