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December 10, 2008 PA · Coal bull gang foreman, labor foreman, leadman, section foreman, shift boss FALL OF ROOF OR BACK

S & M Coal Company · Struck by falling object

Miner observed bad roof conditions, set a temporary jack to support the roof until permanent roof support could be installed. Part of the roof fell, injuring the miners back.

June 9, 2008 PA · Coal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler FALL OF ROOF OR BACK

S & M Coal Company · Struck by falling object

Unsecure false roof fell on miner striking him on the head causing a concussion and also causing a knee injury due to hyperextension.

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