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December 6, 2008 KY · Coal greaser, grease man, oiler, lube man, dragline oiler SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Midwest Resources LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE stepped down from grease truck, in doing so he turned his ankle on a piece of frozen dirt.

November 7, 2008 KY · Coal pumper SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Midwest Resources LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Operator was climbing down from 988 loader when he missed the bottom ladder rung or step causing him to turn his ankle when his foot made contact with the ground. He was taken to the A.R.H. ER where it was determinged he had sprained his ankle. He returned to work on 10 Nov 08 without missing a shift.

January 23, 2008 KY · Coal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Midwest Resources LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee stated he dismounted D10 to use bathroom and was climbing back on the tractor when he slipped injuring his knee. He had knee problems prior to accident.

January 8, 2008 KY · Coal greaser, grease man, oiler, lube man, dragline oiler SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Midwest Resources LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was checking oil on D10N when he lost his footing during heavy rain. The grab rail caused him to twist possibly causing strain or back injury.

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