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FALL OF ROOF OR BACK

220112100027 · 07/19/2011 · Brooks Run Mining Company LLC

Details

Degree of injury
ACCIDENT ONLY
Classification
FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
Accident type
Accident type, without injuries
Occupation
Activity
Injury source
Nature of injury
Body part
Days lost
0
Mine experience
— years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.
Operator
Brooks Run Mining Company LLC
Mine
4608885

Narrative

A roof fall measuring 70'L x 19'W x 8'thick was discovered during an exam in the SE Mains along #5 belt, No. 3 entry, inby survey spad 66639. The area was developed 4/5/2011 with 60"" torque tension roof bolts as the primary support. The fall occurred due to laminated coal and rock in the roof. Ventilation and the movement of machines were not affected. No injuries occurred.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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