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FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL

220071380029 · 05/14/2007 · Rockhouse Energy Mining Company

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL
Accident type
Struck by falling object
Occupation
Roof bolter, Rock bolter, Pinner, Mobile roof support operator (MRS)
Activity
Handling supplies or material
Injury source
CAVING ROCK,COAL,ORE,WSTE
Nature of injury
CONTUSN,BRUISE,INTAC SKIN
Body part
LOWER LEG/TIBIA/FIBULA
Days lost
2
Mine experience
0.46 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Massey Energy Company
Operator
Rockhouse Energy Mining Company
Mine
1517651

Narrative

EE was loading the operators side tray on the roof ranger bolter in the 2 left X-cut, when the rib rolled off, striking him on the back of his leg. This caused contusions and abrasions to the lower calf area. He was instructed to remain away from work for two days.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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