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1983–2026
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October 30, 1998 WV · Coal electrician, lineman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Four Corners Corp · Over-exertion in lifting objects

EE WAS IN A TIGHT PLACE TRYING TO MOVE A 150 HP BELT MOTOR. WHEN HE FELT PAIN IN LOW BACK RESULTING PAIN IN RT. LEG.

December 29, 1997 WV · Coal continuous miner helper, coal mole helper, bridgeman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Four Corners Corp · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

MOVING MINER CABLE STRAINED BACK PULLING ON CABLE.

October 9, 1995 WV · Coal shuttle car operator, mantrip operator, ramcar operator, rail runner, buggy operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Four Corners Corp · Over-exertion in lifting objects

LIFTING MINER CABLE TO HANG TO TOP.

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