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1983–2026
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March 6, 1995 KY · Coal gathering arm loader operator, loading machine operator, joy loader operator MACHINERY
W G S Coal Inc · Struck by falling object

EMPLOYEE WAS PLACING DRILL STEEL AGAINST THE MINE ROOF. WHEN HE STARTED THE STEEL'S ROTATION A SMALL PIECE OF ROCK STRUCK HIM ON THE NOSE. A LACERATION RESULTED REQUIRING A COUPLE OF STITCHES TO CLOSE IT.

December 21, 1994 KY · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY
W G S Coal Inc · Struck by falling object

EMPLOYEE SAID WHILE HE WAS WORKING IN NO. 4 ENTRY A SMALL PIECE OF DRAW ROCK FELL, STRIKING HIM ON BACK.

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