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May 22, 1989 VA · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Swift Coal Company · Fall from machine

EMPLOYEE FELL WHILE GETTING OFF LOADER TWISTING ANKLE.

February 29, 1988 VA · Coal continuous miner helper, coal mole helper, bridgeman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Swift Coal Company · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EMPLOYEE FELL WHILE IN MINE BREAKING WRIST.

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