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273,095
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2000–2026
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May 18, 2026 WV · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Coal-Mac MET LLC · Struck against stationary object

Employee bolting in #7 entry received laceration to right arm from bolt plate while installing roof support. Received 5 stitches to laceration.

December 4, 2025 WV · Coal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Coal-Mac MET LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee went to move welder cable in tool sled. Picked up a wad of cable as they stood to throw it out of the way had pain in lower back then in left groin.

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