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September 13, 2001 WV · Coal laborer, bull gang, faceman, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler MACHINERY

W & J Mining Inc · Struck by falling object

EE WAS BOLTING TOP WITH 300 GALIS ROOF BOLTER WHEN A PIECE OF DRAW ROCK 3' SQUARE X 3" FELL BETWEEN ROOF BOLTS AND STRUCK HIS LOWER BACK.

February 4, 2000 WV · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY

R W J Mining Inc · Struck by falling object

EE WAS BOLTING TOP WHEN A PIECE OF DRAW ROCK MEASURING 2' X 2' X 3" FELL BETWEEN ROOF BOLTS AND STRUCK EMPLOYEE ON LEFT SHOULDER.

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