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July 20, 1987 WV · Coal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
New Freedom Coal Company Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

WAS ATTEMPTING 7O LIFT SCOOP TIRE ON 482 SCOOP WHILE BENT OVER AT THE WAIST. WHEN LIFTING FELT PAIN IN LOWER BACK AND LEGS.

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