Big Elk Mining LLC · Struck by falling object
Mechanic was lifting belly pan back up on dozer and hood on chain became unhooked. Belly pan swung down and hit mechanic helper in right foot. Top of foot was blue in color.
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October 20, 2005
KY · Coal
laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Big Elk Mining LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)
PICKING UP RAILING FROM 8050 DRAGLINE, DROPPED RAILING, CUT FINGER. *ORIGINAL EDOC #265727*
September 13, 2005
KY · Coal
clerk, timekeeper, office worker, director of sales
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Big Elk Mining LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects
WHILE HELPING ANOTHER EMPLOYEE LIFT ROLLS OF WIRE, FELT A SHARP PAIN IN HIS LOWER BACK.*original EDoc # 236868*
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