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Years on record
2000–2026
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September 1, 2020 KY · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator POWERED HAULAGE
Drakes Creek Holding, LLC · Struck against a moving object

Loader in pit, mucking out shot. Operator dismounted seat. When operator remounted they fastened seat belt and began to dig. Unfastened seat belt to readjust. Large rock slipped out of bucket while they adjusted the belt. Operator was tossed forward slightly, striking forehead into rops bar. Inflicted gash on forehead. Five stitches needed. Miner returned to work next day.

November 8, 2019 KY · Metal/Non-Metal groundman, yardman POWERED HAULAGE
Drakes Creek Holding, LLC · Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

IE was scraping dust from underneath a conveyor. IE did not shut door & lock out the conveyor as required. Conveyor belt pulled sleeve & IE's left hand into the roller & mashed it.

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