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273,095
Of which fatal
1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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January 17, 2006 KY · Coal assayer, geologist, metallurgist, engineer, engineer management HANDLING OF MATERIALS
American Mining West LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Injured party was standing in mud and water about a foot deep trying to hookup a supply trailor when a prop was shoved against the injured party left ankle.

December 20, 2005 KY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
American Mining West LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Injured party had picked up the 4" water line at the unit tailpiece to put on a fire drop when he felt a pain in his lower back.

December 18, 2005 KY · Coal pumper HANDLING OF MATERIALS
American Mining West LLC · Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

Injured party tried to throw a 5 gallon can of oil over the unit belt when he twisted his left hip and knee.

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