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Years on record: 2000–2026
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August 16, 2022 VA · Coal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman MACHINERY

True Energy Fuels LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was attempting to cut a tree when EE's saw got hung & EE then advised colleague to release the tree that was holding the initial tree & this resulted in the initial tree pushing up by the stump where EE was, resulting in EE's injury. Broken leg.

February 24, 2022 VA · Coal blaster, shooter, shotfirer, explosive worker, powder gang/monkey HANDLING OF MATERIALS

True Energy Fuels LLC · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Removing an explosives sign that was attached to an old Mack brake drum, felt a pop in EE's right shoulder

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