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MACHINERY

220040960001 · 03/29/2004 · Genwal Resources, Inc.

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Struck by... NEC
Occupation
Roof bolter, Rock bolter, Pinner, Mobile roof support operator (MRS)
Activity
Roof bolter, Inserting bolt
Injury source
METAL COVERS & GUARDS
Nature of injury
CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
Body part
FINGER(S)/THUMB
Days lost
0
Mine experience
0.15 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Andalex Resources B V
Operator
Genwal Resources, Inc.
Mine
4202356

Narrative

While installing a roof bolt, the roof bolt plate became stuck against the drill mast. The individual moved the roof bolt plate to get it unstuck. As he moved the plate it popped free spinning and stricking the individual in the left ring finger. This caused a laceration to the back of the finger, which required stitches.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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