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June 3, 1992 WV · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Ranger Fuel Coal Inc · Struck by falling object

EMPLOYEE WAS WATCHING TOP FOR CONT. MINER, WHEN APIECE OF SCALE APPROX 17"X33 1/2"X2 3/4" THICH (THIS IS AT THE LARGEST POINTS) FELL HITTING EMPLOYEE ON SHOULDERS AND BACK.

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