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FALL OF ROOF OR BACK

220060520018 · 02/10/2006 · Wabash Mine Holding Company

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Accident type
Struck by falling object
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Mantrip
Injury source
CAVING ROCK,COAL,ORE,WSTE
Nature of injury
CONTUSN,BRUISE,INTAC SKIN
Body part
FOREARM/ULNAR/RADIUS
Days lost
39
Mine experience
30.15 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Foundation Coal Corporation
Operator
Wabash Mine Holding Company
Mine
1100877

Narrative

Roadway, Past Cowling Barn - Employee was driving mantrip, just before crossing under belt, the top fell out from between bolts, striking employee on the left forearm. The piece of rock was approximately 19"" x 19"" x 2 1/2"" thick causing a severe hematoma. Possible injuries to left upper arm and shoulder also.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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