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August 21, 2006 WV · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Midland Trail Mining LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was holding straight edge while another employee was cutting belt with utility knife. The knife slipped and cut left pointer finger causing a laceration. Employee needed two stitches. Employee Experience a factor, Employee Proficinency a factor, Compliance with Rules and Regs not a factor.

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