December 9, 1997
KY · Coal
roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs)
MACHINERY
Inc Mining Corp · Struck by falling object
EMPLOYEE WAS INSTALLING ROOF BOLTS IN #3 ENTRY WHEN A PIECE OF DRAW ROCK MEASURING 3 FT BY 3 FT. BY 2 INCHES FELL CAUSING THE EMPLOYEE TO BE PINNED IN SITTING POSITION BESIDE THE ROOF BOLTER. THIS CUASED BRUISING TO THE LEFT SHOULDER AND BACK. THE ROCK FELL BETWEEN THE BOLTS.