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273,193
Of which fatal
1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
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May 10, 2005 WV · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY
Relgis, Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While repositioning roof bolter head to drill hole ee twisted lt knee. he conitued to work until 12:45 pm knee hurting and ask to come outside.

December 8, 2004 WV · Coal continuous miner helper, coal mole helper, bridgeman MACHINERY
Relgis, Inc. · Struck by falling object

While mining operations were being done in #8 entry of the 001 section, a piece of rock fell out between the rib and the first row of bolts. The rock hit the employee on the left side of his back and down to his left hip, causing him to fall forward. The rock measured 68" long, 16" on one end and 30" wide on the other end, 2" to 8" thick.

December 7, 2004 WV · Coal continuous miner operator, coal mole operator MACHINERY
Relgis, Inc. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While using hand-held grinder, it kicked back away from surface being ground and cut employee's right wrist.

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