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FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS

220112070046 · 07/13/2011 · Republic Energy, Inc

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS
Accident type
Struck by rolling or sliding object
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Machine maintenance
Injury source
PASS CARS,PICKUP TRUCKS
Nature of injury
FRACTURE,CHIP
Body part
HIPS (PELVIS/ORGANS/KIDNEYS/BUTTOCKS)
Days lost
64
Mine experience
1 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.
Operator
Republic Energy, Inc
Mine
4609054

Narrative

2 mechanics were going to change transmission & transfer case on Chev 2500 pickup. The truck tires were placed on crib blocks for more clearance & blocked. Park brake was set according to mechanics. Rear portion of drive shaft was disconnected with no issure. When front portion was disconnected, truck began to roll. Mechanic under the truck tried to roll out & was struck on hip.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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