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2000–2026
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May 24, 2022 WV · Coal scoop tram operator, load/haul/dump operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Nufac Mining Company, Inc · Struck by falling object

EE, scoop operator was assisting the electrician in putting on a shuttlecar tire. The tire was leaning against the frame of the shuttlecar. EE was apparently sitting against the rib when the tire fell over striking EE on the lower left leg. The accident occurred in the #5 entry, outby the face area, feeder line.

June 1, 2018 WV · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Nufac Mining Company, Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Was installing a shear jack on the 14-15 CM. Hand was pinched between the jack and pan.

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