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1983–2026
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July 7, 1995 WY · Coal quality control technician, laboratory technician, laboratory assistant HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Encoal Corp · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

EE WAS ATTEMPTING TO FREE A STUCK VALVE, LIQUID BLEW OUT AROUND SEAL AND GOT ON EYES. WORKER WAS WEARING SAFETY GLASSES W/SHIELDS BUT SOME LIQUID GOT BY PROTECTION.

January 8, 1994 WY · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Encoal Corp · Struck against stationary object

CLIMBING DOWN OFF PLANT EQUIPMENT & BUMPED LEFT KNEE CAUSING HEMOTOMA THAT EVENTUALLY REQUIRED MEDICAL TREATMENT. REPORTED TO OPERATOR 2/4/94.

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