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November 12, 2015 WV · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY

Omega Highwall Mining Services, LLC · Struck by flying object

While in the process of tramming the Highwall Miner to a new pit, the track popped and a piece of metal flew off striking employee on the left wrist.

June 27, 2015 WV · Coal auger operator, auger crew supervisor MACHINERY

Omega Highwall Mining Services, LLC · Struck by flying object

Employee was standing nearby watching another employee put in a bit ring (insert) when a piece of metal sheared off striking employee in the left leg

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