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April 11, 2013 WV · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Coal River Processing LLC · Fall from machine

EE was unhooking a beam from the crane when he slipped and fell about 8-9 feet hitting his arm on a beam that was on the ground. EE was transported to the hospital for treatment and x-rays were done showing no broken bones and a dislocated elbow was placed on light duty.

June 29, 2012 WV · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Coal River Processing LLC · Fall to lower level, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was trying to unplug a pipe with a hammer while standing on the raw coal pump motor base. Employee slipped off twisting ankle and hurting elbow. Employee did not miss any days until 9/4/2012 and management was notified on 9/5/2012.

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