2 contractors were in the process of removing the transmission on the service truck #31. The transmission was secured by a boom hoist with Cat lifting bolts for removal. Bolts pulled out of transmission causing transmission to fall on the left leg of injured. He was taken to Walker Baptist ER for diagnosis. Found to have hairline fracture in ankle and shin bone.
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August 4, 2006
AL · Coal
maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech
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Quinton Mining, LLC · Struck by falling object
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