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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220041190006 · 04/26/2004 · Road Fork Development Company Inc

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Struck by falling object
Occupation
Roof bolter, Rock bolter, Pinner, Mobile roof support operator (MRS)
Activity
Roof bolter, NEC
Injury source
RBR,GLS,PLSTC,FIBRGLS,FAB
Nature of injury
CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
Body part
MOUTH/LIP/TEETH/TONGUE/THROAT/TASTE
Days lost
0
Mine experience
0.35 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Massey Energy Company
Operator
Road Fork Development Company Inc
Mine
1509830

Narrative

Employee was running the Roof Bolter in the 5R section crosscut. He noticed a crack in the roof running across the entry. He prepared to support the crack by laying a strap across the ATRS. When he did, the strap slid off the ATRS and struck him in the top lip causing a small laceration. He sought medical attention and recieved 2 stitches to the upper lip.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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