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March 6, 1985 KY · Coal scoop car operator POWERED HAULAGE
Kescoal Inc · Struck against stationary object

HE WAS OPERATION A S&H SCOOP IN #1 HEADING.WHEN BACKING OUT OF #1 HE HIT HEAD AGAINST THE MINE ROOF CAUSING A CUT TO HIS LEFT EYE LID.

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