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October 29, 2011 VA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY
Virginia Fuel Corporation · Struck by flying object

EE was drilling a hole for his roof bolt when the drill steel broke, throwing a piece of steel, striking him in the mouth. He required 8 stitches on his lip and he broke a tooth, which will require dental work.

April 20, 2011 VA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY
Virginia Fuel Corporation · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While installing a roof bolt, a spur on the bolt caught the EE's glove as he started his rotation causing his thumb to twist. He finished his shift and worked the next 8 shifts before consulting a doctor. He told his foreman that he was fine and did not require attention. On 5/2/11 he informed us that he had consulted a doctor.

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