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February 9, 2011 WV · Coal electrician, lineman MACHINERY
Little Seam Mining Company Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Power line installers working at, but not for, mine. Crew was installing guy anchors for power poles when employee set an anchor attachment onto his foot. Only sprain and bruising, no significant damage or injury. Called information into 800 number as soon as we were notified.

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