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September 26, 2013 KY · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL
Rain Coal Company LLC · Struck by rolling or sliding object

Bolt machine man was cleaning dust box when a rib rolled off and stuck him on the lower left leg. He tried to continue working but his leg was hurting so he was taken to the surface. he then said that it was sore but could drive home. Damage is unknown at this time.

May 31, 2011 KY · Coal electrician, lineman ELECTRICAL
Rain Coal Company LLC · Contact with electrical current

Troubleshooting elec. panel, got hand into elec. wire.

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