HANDLING OF MATERIALS at Independence Coal Company Inc
Injured employee was setting a beam when he injured his left shoulder. While setting the prop, the bottom of the jack slipped causing the beam to fall striking him on the left shoulder. He refused EMS and finished his shift. He was then transported to the ER by a Safety staff member where he was diagnosed with a Left Shoulder Contusion and excused from work for 7 days.
U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration