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July 23, 1986 WV · Coal continuous miner operator, coal mole operator MACHINERY
Energy Sales Inc · Struck by falling object

MINER OPERATOR 4AS SHEARING COAL IN THE #1 CROSS CUT. A PIECE OF DRAW ROCK FELL OUT BETWEEN THE BOLTS PINNING THE OPERATOR IN THE DECK.

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