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273,095
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1,202
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2000–2026
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December 18, 2025 WV · Coal crane operator, mobile equipment operator (meo), dragline operator, dropball operator, rigger POWERED HAULAGE
Sundial Mining LLC · Struck against a moving object

Employee stated that EE was operating a 101 Komatsu truck when the truck struck a hole in the road. This caused the employees seat to bottom out, jarring EE's back. Due to medical information received on 12/31/2025, this incident is being submitted as an Occupational Illness.

June 26, 2024 WV · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Sundial Mining LLC · Struck by falling object

Employee was removing a turbo from engine of a Komatsu 600. Part became dislodged from mounting surface & struck the employees left pinky finger. Employee was transported to hospital for stitches to repair laceration & returned to work next date.

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