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June 11, 2018 WV · Coal scoop tram operator, load/haul/dump operator STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
Southeastern Land, LLC. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While making a belt move the injured employee stepped across the low-low and right knee gave out. The belt drive was locked and tagged out at the time of the accident.

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