Timco Energy Inc · Struck by falling object
Piece of rock fell from roof between the bolts, hit person on right shoulder.
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June 13, 2002
WV · Coal
roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs)
MACHINERY
Timco Energy Inc · Struck by falling object
BOLTER OPERATOR WAS INSTALLING HIS 2ND BOLT WHEN A LOOSE PIECE OF DRAW ROCK APP 0-3" THICK 3' LONG & 2' WIDE FELL STRIKING HIM IN THE BACK & BRUISING HIS RIBS. HE WAS SENT TO THE HOSPITAL, TRE ATED & RELEASED. RETURNED TO LITE DUTY NEXT DAY.
August 29, 2001
WV · Coal
roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs)
MACHINERY
Timco Energy Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)
EMPLOYEE WAS BOLTING TOP WHEN THE DRILL BIT BROKE. HE CONTINUED TO PUT UP PRESSURE ON THE DRILL STEEL WHICH BROKE AND HIT HIM ABOVE THE RIGHT EYE.
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