Employee was pulling a pin from the cutter chain, using a chain hoist. The hook on the end of the chain hoist broke, flew and struck employee's left wrist, causing a fracture.
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Bundy Auger Mining Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)
June 12, 2011
WV · Coal
laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman
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Bundy Auger Mining Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances
Employee was using a torch to cut steel plate. When he removed the piece and set it down, it shifted and struck his left forearm, causing a 2nd degree burn.
Bundy Auger Mining Inc · Struck by falling object
Employee was replacing shield on a cutter head when he dropped the shield & injured his left hand.
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