Mining Incidents

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Total incidents
273,095
Of which fatal
1,202
Years on record
2000–2026
Classifications
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October 17, 2007 WV · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Endurance Mining · Struck by flying object

While using an air gun to install bolts in a 992G, dirt blew into right eye.

May 31, 2006 WV · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY
Endurance Mining · Struck by flying object

EE stated that he was grinding, felt something in eye. He worked through shift of 5/31 sought medical attention after working shift of 6/1. RTW on 6/2 no lost time.

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