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IGNITION OR EXPLOSION OF GAS OR DUST

220062440008 · 08/29/2006 · Wolf Run Mining LLC

Details

Degree of injury
ACCIDENT ONLY
Classification
IGNITION OR EXPLOSION OF GAS OR DUST
Accident type
Accident type, without injuries
Occupation
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Activity
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Injury source
—
Nature of injury
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Body part
—
Days lost
0
Mine experience
— years

Operator

Controller (parent)
International Coal Group Inc (ICG)
Operator
Wolf Run Mining LLC
Mine
4604168

Narrative

While operating a torch cutting metal on the 4th level, the workmen ignited a small methane bleeder in the concrete wall 7 feet above the floor level. The flame was approx. 2 inches in length, burned 5 to 7 seconds, and was extinguished by using a gloved finger to smother out the flame.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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