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June 24, 2014 WV · Coal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Glen Alum Operations, LLC · Fall onto or against objects

EE was getting out of the excavator when he slipped and hit his left knee-also reported back pain. EE was using 3-point contact. EE did not seek medical attention until Friday 7.25.2014-RTW Monday 7.28.2014

May 27, 2014 WV · Coal electrician, lineman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Glen Alum Operations, LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE HAD GOT OFF HIS RIDE TO SHUT THE AIRLOCK DOORS HE SLIPPED AND FELL CATCHING HIMSELF WITH RIGHT HAND. BENT INDEX FINGER BACK. SWELLING.

April 24, 2014 WV · Coal shuttle car operator, mantrip operator, ramcar operator, rail runner, buggy operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Glen Alum Operations, LLC · Fall onto or against objects

EE crossing the section tailpiece, EE slipped and fell on belt. Scrape on forehead.

February 5, 2014 WV · Coal bull gang foreman, labor foreman, leadman, section foreman, shift boss SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Glen Alum Operations, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS STEPPING OFF TAILPIECE AFTER GETTING ROCK UNSTOPPED AT THE HEAD AND TWISTED HIS LEFT KNEE. EE DIDN'T SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION/OR MISS WORK UNTIL 2.7.2014.

November 21, 2013 WV · Coal belt foreman, maintenance foreman, maintenance supervisor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Glen Alum Operations, LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE fell to ground bruising the left elbow while working underground-finished shift.

June 18, 2013 WV · Coal bulldozer operator, universal operator, heavy equipment operator, operating engineer SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Glen Alum Operations, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EEG stated that appx. two weeks ago on 6.18.2013 he was climbing off the loader and stepped on uneven ground and twisted his left knee. NOTE: Reported incident after chosen for random alcohol/drug screening on 6.26.13. EEG has worked regular duties until 6.26.13--started missing work 6.26.2013

March 7, 2013 WV · Coal discontinued 1/31/2014. several other codes cover scoop car operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Glen Alum Operations, LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE was hanging cable in the #4 Entry-cable was pulled down, knocking him to the ground.

February 4, 2013 WV · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Glen Alum Operations, LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE was getting his bucket off the ride when he slipped on the ice and fell hurting left elbow.

January 2, 2013 WV · Coal electrician, lineman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Glen Alum Operations, LLC · Fall from ladders

EE was standing on a ladder to check the water in the water tank went the step broke and EE fell to the ground hurting ankles and knees.

October 29, 2012 WV · Coal discontinued 1/31/2014. several other codes cover scoop car operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Glen Alum Operations, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was getting out of the Scoop when he felt pain in back-EE refused ambulance and drove himself to hospital

October 1, 2012 WV · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Glen Alum Operations, LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE was carrying a heinzman jack to #2 belt at #26 brk when he lost footing and fell hurting his back.

September 4, 2012 WV · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Glen Alum Operations, LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE was carrying a bucket of bits, he tripped on a cable, falling and catching himself with left forearm and wrist.

June 25, 2012 WV · Coal prep plant foreman, supervisor, mill plant supervisor, kiln supervisor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Glen Alum Operations, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was doing preshift on impoundment when he slipped, his knee gave out. EE reported having pain in his knee on this day. EE has had knee surgery. EE missed NO work until he had surgery on 8.29.12

January 16, 2012 WV · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Glen Alum Operations, LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE was walking by the stockpile area when he slipped on the icy surface striking his right knee on the ground.

April 7, 2011 WV · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Glen Alum Operations, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was exiting the manbus when he twisted his Right Knee. Note: Employee stated that he had knee surgery on his right knee 4 years ago.

March 17, 2011 WV · Coal electrician, lineman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Glen Alum Operations, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was loading Hydraulic Oil on the Ride, while loading the oil his foot got stuck in the mud, when he turned he twisted his left knee.

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