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January 19, 2006 KY · Coal pumper SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON

American Mining West LLC · Fall from machine

Injured party was getting out of the Frontend/Forklift Loader in the pit when he got to the bottom step his foot slipped and he fell to the ground landing on his feet straining his neck.

January 6, 2006 KY · Coal utility man, errand boy, service truck operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON

American Mining West LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

Injured party got off of mantrip and was standing in mud when he tried to make a step. His feet stuck in the mud and he fell backwards straining his lower back.

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