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September 3, 2009 KY · Coal outside foreman, leadman HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
M & G MINING LLC · Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects

EE was hitting a pin on the push beam with a sledge hammer. When he swung the hammer, he strained his lower back. This resulted in a muscle strain, and is being treated with physical therapy. There was no disc damage and a full recovery is expected with a return to work by the end of Dec 2009.

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