The employee was hammering rock which was removed prior to it entering the vessel chain. A pressure switch (landmine) moved prior to this operation, weighing less than 10 pounds was being put back in place when employee stated employee felt back "pop".
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February 28, 2023
WV · Coal
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Ben's Creek Operations WV, LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)
Ben's Creek Operations WV LLC · Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Employee was installing DEP Outlets signs at various sites on Mining Property. A Copper Head Snake bit employee on the Middle Finger of EE's right hand.
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