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May 31, 1989 VA · Coal continuous miner operator, coal mole operator MACHINERY
Mullins #3 Inc · Struck by falling object

HE WAS OPERATING THE MINER AND A PIECE OF COAL ROLLED OFF THE RIB AND HIT HIM ON HIS RIGHT FOOT.

January 9, 1989 VA · Coal outside foreman, leadman MACHINERY
Mullins #3 Inc · Flash burns (welding)

HE WAS WELDING AND RECEIVED FLASH.

October 25, 1986 VA · Coal timberman MACHINERY
Mullins #3 Inc · Struck by falling object

WHILE MOVING TH9 MINER A ROCK FELL FROM BETWEEN THE BOLT & RIB & INJURED THE MINER HELPER

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