HANDLING OF MATERIALS at Republic Energy, Inc
EE was standing at the controls of a Chieftan 1800 power-screen with plans of adjusting the speed of the belt. The EE opened the control panel door & was using the left hand to turn the needed switch. The right hand was resting on top of the control panel door. The control panel is located below the belt. A rock left the belt and struck the right hand. suture. X-rays were negative.
U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration