Mining Incidents

Brushy EagleCoal

Pettus, Raleigh County, WV · Abandoned and Sealed
MSHA Mine ID: 4608315
Fatalities
0
Total incidents
200
Years on record
2001–2019
Latest incident
Nov 2019
No fatalities recorded at this mine.

Reportable incidents

200 on file

2019 · 6 incidents

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

While pulling feeder cat head to power center employee felt pain in back.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was hooking up a chain to a battery charger with a track mounted locomotive. As the locomotive operator tightened up the chain to remove the slack, employee's right index finger became pinched. Resulted in a laceration requiring 6 sutures.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While employee was tossing an oil bucket, EE's finger was cut when a jagged edge contacted EE's finger causing a small laceration that required two stitches.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

While walking down the belt entry, the employee tripped on a cable and fell injuring EE's knee. **This was deemed compensable by workers compensation on July 11th, 2019.**

Struck against a moving object

While changing batteries on scoop, the battery forks on the scoop got caught on a battery tray as operator was bowing them down. The forks slipped off the battery tray causing the operator to be bounced around in the operator deck. Lacerated operator's ear resulted in stitches.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Miner was cleaning entry for track installation utilizing a Fairchild scoop. While cleaning, the scoop ran over the track rail causing the operator's deck to make contact with the mine roof. The miner's head was slightly pinched between the mine roof and scoop frame. Resulted in lost work days and sutures.

2018 · 3 incidents

Struck by flying object

Miner was working to clear an obstruction on a wash down hose. The line was pressurized causing the end of the hose to fly up striking the miner in left eye. Eye drops were prescribed.

Struck by falling object

While backing the roof bolting machine down the no. 3 entry the cable reel was taking up cable causing the trailing cable that was hung to be jerked down striking the miner on the head.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Miner was assisting in changing conveyor boom on a Joy 14/15 continuous miner when the boom unexpectedly shifted. The miner was caught between the boom and the mine roof injuring miners back. Injury resulted in paralysis below miners waist.

2017 · 8 incidents

Struck against stationary object

As employee was entering the maintenance office, EE jammed finger into door frame. Surgery was conducted on 12/19/2017 to repair tendon.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Picking up trash and back popped causing pain.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee was diagnosed with pneumoconiosis.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee was diagnosed with pneumoconiosis.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Miner was tramming roof bolting machine out of the face of the No. 2 entry from the operators deck and smashed pinky finger between the coal rib and the frame of the machine. Resulted in lacerations and fractures of the pinky finger.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee has been diagnosed with pneumoconiosis.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee has been diagnosed with pneumoconiosis.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee was diagnosed with occupational pneumoconiosis.

2016 · 5 incidents

Struck against stationary object

Employee was unloading belt head dog box from forks of an IT28G loader when EE cut left ring finger. (12 sutures)

Accident type, without injuries

An unintentional roof fall occurred approximately 2 breaks inby spad 16356 on the Low Gap Mains at 15 break along the old 8A belt conveyor in an adjacent entry. The area was supported with 48 inch fully grouted roof bolts. The fall measured 40ftL X 20FtW X 4ftH. All approaches to the fall have been supported. The fall will not be cleaned up.

Struck by flying object

Employee was helping co-worker replace a 6 inch plastic ""T"" waterline in the conveyor belt entry. After replacing the old ""T"" they turned the water back on and was examining the ""T"" for leaks when the 6 inch ""T"" burst causing pieces of the pipe to strike EE in the face.

Struck by flying object

Employee was helping a co-worker replace a 6 inch plastic ""T"" water line in the conveyor belt entry. After replacing the old ""T"" they turned the water back on and was examining the ""T"" for leaks when the 6 inch ""T"" burst causing pieces of the pipe to strike EE in the face.

Struck by falling object

Employee was installing a bucket jack on scoop. The jack slipped cutting employees right index finger. Employee was treated at Raleigh General Hospital where EE received seven (7) sutures.

2015 · 16 incidents

Struck against stationary object

As Employee was walking to the shuttle car he struck a bolt hanging from the top resulting in a laceration to his right ear. Employee was treated at Princeton Community Hospital where he received nine (9) sutures.

Accident type, without injuries

An unintentional roof fall occurred at Squealer Knob panel 3 entry spad 7569. The fall was approximately 12ft x 12ft x 3ft. There were no injuries and no equipment involved.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee injured his right hand/fingers while cleaning the pre-dump on the roof bolter. When he started the suction the flapper valve closed on his right hand. Employee was transported to Raleigh General Hospital for treatment where he received thirty-one (31) sutures.

Struck by falling object

While bolting, employee was struck in left hand by a piece of draw rock that fell from roof.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis. The Safety Department received notification of his diagnosis on Oct 14, 2015.

Accident type, without injuries

An unintentional roof fall occurred on the #3 Section spad 16486. The fall was approximately 20ft x 20ft x 3-5ft. There has been a roof fall clean up planned developed and approved. A Joy 14/15 continuous miner was involved in the roof fall. No injuries were reported.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis. Employee's employment terminated on November 1, 2014. The safety department received notification of his diagnosis on November 30, 2015.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was loading belt structure in an insert when he felt a pain in his lower back, down his right hip, and into his thigh. Employee was treated at Oceana Medical facility.

Struck by falling object

After finishing the cut, employee was struck and injured by a rock.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis. The Safety Department was notified on July 13, 2015 of his diagnosis.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis. The Safety Department was notified July 16, 2015 of his diagnosis.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis. The Safety Department received notification of his diagnosis on 4-22-15.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was unloading impact rollers out of a scoop bucket when the scoop operator pulled blade in on the Employee's hand which was laying on the blade causing three (3) fingers to be smashed. Employee was diagnosed with a distal fracture to his right hand and received five (5) to eight (8) temporary sutures. Employee is to follow-up with specialist

Struck by powered moving object

As Employee was kneeled down cleaning out to set a timber in the #4 Entry, scoop operator (with a load of timbers) struck employee in the back. Employee was transported to Raleigh General Hospital for treatment.

Accident type, without injuries

An unintentional roof fall has occurred at the intersection of spad 12666 #7 entry Ellis Creek Sub Mains. The roof fall was approximately 20ft x 20ft x 4ft. There were no injuries or equipment involved.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee has been diagnosed with occupational pneumoconiosis. Employee retired July 31,2014 but was diagnosed January 21, 2015

2014 · 12 incidents

(Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Hearing Loss.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee strained his back while lifting a roller.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee strained his back while moving timbers out of the roadway.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee has been diagnosed with Occupational pneumoconiosis. Safety department received notification Feb, 2015

Over-exertion in lifting objects

While Employee was unloading a rib bolter off of a flat car the drill dug into the bottom causing his shoulder to pop. Employee was treated at Raleigh General Hospital.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis. Employee terminated on 6/06/2013.

(Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Hearing Loss. Employee retired on 1-31-14. The Safety Department was notified of his diagnosis on July 15,2014.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

While lifting sand jacks and pushing against top to let sand drain down, Employee felt a sharp pain in his lower back. Employee was treated at Raleigh General Hospital.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was picking up rub rail to put on CM when he strained his back. Employee was treated at Raleigh General Hospital.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

While shoveling belt on his knees Employee twisted to put coal on belt and felt a sharp pain in his back. He was treated Prime Care 12 in Princeton where xrays were taken.

Struck by falling object

Employee was moving a rock off the top of the continuous miner when the rock slipped striking Employee's finger. Employees finger was infected and has been treated with antibiotics. Accident was not reported timely by Employee to the Mine Management. Investigation has been pending.

2013 · 22 incidents

Accident type, without injuries

An unintentional roof fall has occurred on the #2 Section #5 Belt #4-5 Entry Intake. The fall was approximately 40ft x 19ft x 4 to 5ft. No injuries were reported and no equipment was involved.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee was pulling a timber across the track when he felt a pull in his groin.

Accident type, without injuries

An unintentional roof fall has occurred in #3 Section Ellis Creek Sub Mains #2 Entry 2 breaks outby spad #12867. The roof fall was approximately 30ft x 20ft x 6 to 8ft. There were no injuries reported and no equipment involved.

Accident type, without injuries

An unintentional roof fall has occurred on the #3 Section #3 Entry on Old 6A track 30ft outby Spad 13639. The fall was approximately 50ft x 30ft x 5ft. No injuries reported and no equipment was involved.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was carrying a bucket of miner bits when he felt a pull in his back. Employee tried stretching his back to get some comfort and when he did he felt a pop. He immediately came outside and was transported by EMS to Raleigh General Hospital for treatment.

Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

As Employee was horse playing with another employee his finger got caught on the belt strap of the other employee causing a fracture to his pinky finger.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis. Employees Date of Last Exposure was 5-21-07 and was diagnosed October 1, 2013.

Accident type, without injuries

An unintentional roof fall has occurred on the #2 Section Left Return break 15 spad 6677. The roof fall was approximately 40ft x 18ft x 4ft. There were no injuries reported and no equipment involved.

Accident type, without injuries

An unintentional roof fall has occurred on the #3 Section #2 Entry spad 14837. The fall was approximately 90' x 20' x 8'-12'. No injuries were reported. The roof fall fell above anchorage point which covered up the continuous miner. A recovery/clean up plan has been submitted.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

As Employee was taking down a stopping he picked up a mandoor and a jack fell over pinching his hand between the jack and mandoor. Employee received treatment at Raleigh General Hospital where he received three (3) sutures.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was cutting off a belt flapper and attempting to remove a damaged clip with channel locks. The channel locks slipped striking Employee in the mouth breaking a tooth. Employee was seen by a dentist and had his tooth repaired.

Accident type, without injuries

An unintentional roof fall has occurred at the old 7A Section #3 #6 Belt Entry outby spad 13633. The roof fall was approximately 44ft x 19ft x 5ft to 6ft. There were no injuries reported and no equipment involved.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis.

Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

As Employee was moving Feeder in outby area of the scoop roadway the Feeder was stuck in a water hole. Employee placed a crib block under the cat to free up Feeder. As the cats were being raised Employees right ring finger was pinched between the crib and the lifting jack. Employee received treatment at CAMC General Division where he received 13 sutures.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

As Employee was pushing a loaded wheelbarrow it started to turn over. Employee attempted to counter balance the load when he strained his back.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

As Employee was pulling cables he stepped into a hole and twisted his right knee. Employee was treated at Raleigh General Hospital. Xrays were negative and Employee was instructed to wear a knee brace for three days.

Struck by flying object

As Employee was bolting a piece of drill steel broke off striking him on the forehead causing a laceration. Employee was treated at Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital and received four (4) sutures.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was cutting two (2) 4"" to 6"" pieces of belt. Employee was flipping belt over and making last cut when the utility knife slipped causing a laceration to right thigh. Employee was treated at Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital where he received 6 staples.

Accident type, without injuries

An unplanned roof fall occurred on the #3 Section spad 13020 at 6A Belt Head tailpiece. The fall was approximately 30' x 20' x 4' to 6'. The 6A Belt Head, Tailpiece was covered by the fall. No injuries were reported.

Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

As Employee stepped over continuous miner cable he felt his left ankle pop. He was treated at Raleigh General Hospital on January 8, 2013. Employee did not miss any work until he was seen by a specialist on February 8, 2013 and was instructed to remain off work until further notice.

2012 · 22 incidents

Struck by falling object

Employee lifted a lid on a rock duster in an attempt to unplug it. He had his left hand resting on the opening when a mechanic hit the side of the machine with a hammer causing the lid to fall and strike the injured's left hand.

Struck by flying object

CMO bowed heads down against rock to push it over and out of the way to turn CM around when a bit broke off and flew backwards striking operator in the head above left eye.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was using a strap hooked to a man trip to pull water line. The strap broke striking employee on the neck and face causing a contusion to his neck and broke his front tooth.

Struck by falling object

As Employee was attempting to pull a loose piece of rock off the top, several pieces of rock fell striking Employee on the head. The largest piece of rock was approximately 9.5"" x 6"" x 1'. Employee complained of neck pain and was transported outside and taken by EMS to CAMC General Division for further evaluation. All xrays and scans were negative.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was watching the fork lift as they were pulling track rails back for the next belt. He was standing on the belt car and when he stepped off the fork lift he stepped onto a piece of belt and his foot went between the car and rib and the fork lift struck the belt car causing it to smash the employees foot between the rib and the belt car.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee sat down in the scoop roadway and turned cap light off and fell asleep. The dayshift scoop operator came down the roadway and ran over his lower legs primarily his ankles. He was also on the offside of the dayshift scoop operator.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

As Employee was holding a piece of belt down to cut a flapper off the knife slipped and cut his left forearm. Employee was treated at Raleigh General Hospital and received four (4) staples.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis - During a Part 50 Audit it was determined a 7000-1 was not submitted for this Employee

Accident type, without injuries

an unplanned roof fall occurred in the #4 entry head end of 4 right panel 1 break inby the 13404 spad. This fall is a continuation of a previous fall that occurred on 3/9/12 e-document number 1535764.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While employee was loosing a bolt with a wrench the wrench slipped striking employee in the mouth knocking front tooth out. Employee continued his shift. Employee seen by his family dentist for treatment.

Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Employee has been diagnosed with Occupational Pneumoconiosis - During a Part 50 Audit it was determined a 7000-1 was not submitted for this Employee

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was moving cribs on top of scoop and caught right middle finger between crib and eye of scoop. Employee was treated at Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital and was diagnosed with a fracture at the tip of his finger.

Struck by falling object

Employee was spot bolting cable bolts in #7 entry and a rock fell between bolts striking employee on his left thigh. Employee was treated at MedExpress.

Accident type, without injuries

An unplanned roof fall has occurred on the #3 Section #4 Entry 1 break inby spad 13439. The roof fall was approximately 20' x 40' x 8'. No equipment was involved or no injuries were reported.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Employee was loading material into dumpster when he smashed his finger between scraper and dumpster. Employee received treatment at Raleigh General Hospital. Xrays were negative. During a Part 50 Audit it was discovered this incident was reportable due to the Employee receiving a splint for his finger.

Accident type, without injuries

A unplannned roof fall occurred at 3A belt break 114. The roof fall was discovered by examiner and MSHA inspector.

Accident type, without injuries

A unplanned roof fall occurred 1 break inby of spad #13404 on the #3 section in #4 entry. The fall was 15' wide 16' in length. The fall was investigated by mine Foreman and MSHA inspector . The section has been stopped and turned left-handed 400 feet back.

Accident type, without injuries

An unplanned roof fall occurred outby at spad #4441. The roof fall was discovered by examiner and MSHA inspector.

Struck against a moving object

While backing bolter out #6 entry, there was a rock in the roadway in the intersection. The bolter was trammed onto the rock and when the machine dropped off the rock it jolted the employee's lower back. Employee was transported to CAMC General Division for evaluation.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was loading rock dust on scoop. As he turned he felt pain in lower back. Employee was treated at MedExpress.

Fall onto or against objects

Employee was pulling on rail with a slate bar when he slipped and fell striking a set of comalongs which were laying beside the track injuring his back.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While Employee was moving belt he hooked a set of comalongs to the scoop and began to tighten the chains when the comalongs broke. The chain struck Employee inside the operators deck of the scoop striking him on the head behind ear. Employee was transported to Raleigh General Hospital for further evaluation.

2011 · 10 incidents

Fall to the walkway or working surface

As employee was checking faces he stepped on a ledge in an intersection causing his ankle to roll. Employee was transported to CAMC General Hospital for treatment. Employee was diagnosed with a fracture to his ankle.

Struck against stationary object

Employee was walking outside to get welding supplies. As he was walking under the canopy he struck his head on an 8in I-Beam causing swelling to his face. Employee was treated at the scene by EMTs and transported to Raleigh General Hospital for further evaluation.

Struck by falling object

While Employee was bolting in #3 entry a loose piece of draw rock fell striking the ATRS on the roof bolter. A small piece of draw rock struck Employee on the left thigh. Employee was transported by EMS to Raleigh General Hospital. X-rays were negative and was instructed to follow-up with a specialist.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

As Employee was attempting to pull water manifold out of gob he felt a sharp pain in his left shoulder and back area. Employee drove to Raleigh General Hospital for evaluation.

Struck by falling object

A rock measuring 4' x 7' x 1""-4"" fell striking Employee on his right foot. Employee was transported to Raleigh General Hospital and was diagnosed with a fractured big toe. Employee was scheduled for out patient surgery but instead was admitted on 9-23-11 for surgery to correct his fractured toe.

Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects

As Employee was bolting in #7 entry the drill chuck was not lined up with the bolt head. Employee hit the rotation lever causing his hand to twist in the bolt. Employee was treated at the scene by EMTs and drove himself to Raleigh General Hospital for further evaluation.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

While Employee was pulling miner cable out of roadway in the #2 entry he felt extreme pain in his lower back and left upper thigh. Employee went to MedExpress for treatment on Aug 10, 2011 and was put on modified duty due to his injury.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

Employee was building a stopping approximately 7 1/2 feet high. Employee stood on a cinder block which overturned causing him to stumble twisting his left knee. Employee was taken to Raleigh General Hospital and was diagnosed with a knee strain.

Struck by falling object

Member was reaching for drill steel when a rock 36"" wide and 4"" thick fell on his left forearm and shoulder. It cut his forearm with a 4"" gash. Member received 11 stitches at Raleigh General Hospital.

Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

Contractor was told to plaster stoppings but had left his plastering gloves on the mantrip, which had already returned outside, so his boss informed him to plaster the stoppings with metacarpal gloves instead. Contractor later went to Raleigh General seeking medical attention, where he was told he had sustained first and second degree chemical burns to his hands and arms.

2010 · 11 incidents

Struck against stationary object

Member stated he used forklift to try and pick up a piece of belt and turned sharp, causing the forklift to pivot up in the middle and slam his head into the top. He felt a pop in his neck on the left side. The area was 48"" high and 18 1/2 feet wide. Member was taken by ambulance to the hospital where he was diagnosed with a fractured vertebrae.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was making a splice on some cable. While skinning the cable, his utility knife slipped and cut his right hand between the thumb and index finger.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was watching the scoop to push the rail on rail trucks, the rail got caught on Fender of scoop. EE and another ee decided to push rail over with slate bar. EE put pressure on back of the rail while ee took bar and attempted to slide rail over. The rail slid off the side of the scoop and caught his leg underneath it.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The belt had already been cut and skived. EE was going to trim a little piece of the belt off, when he did the knife slipped and cut his left hand index finger.

Struck by powered moving object

Member bent over to remove cap coal that had fallen onto his neck, while an approaching shuttle car was turning toward right handed entry, the shuttle cars rearend left side bumped the member.

Accident type, without injuries

An unplanned roof fall has occurred at or near spads 4307 & 4442. These are worked out ares of the mine and the falls were found during weekley examinations of airways. No injuries reported. Area developed in 2003.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Member was in the process of removing a rock measuring 2'Long X 18""wide X 8""thick from inbetween the cats of the miner and the pan, when he bent over to remove the rock he felt a pain in his lower back.

Accident type, without injuries

An unplanned roof fall occurred in the track entry, one crosscut inby spad # 0404, in the # 6 break on 2a belt line. The fall measured 20'Long X 12'Wide X 1.5' in Height. No accidents were reported.

Struck against stationary object

EE was walking down the belt entry when his left shoulder hit a belt hanger causing him to fall backwards onto his SR100 SCSR. EE continued to work until 06-17-2010. Due to continued pain he visited Med Express and was instructed to remain off work.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was making a belt splice, hammering nails into splice when he felt pain in his right shoulder. He said it was probably where he had a steel plate in it from a previous accident. Didn't report it at first because I thought it a reoccurence of an old injury. Then Dr. said it came loose due to work he was performing.

Accident type, without injuries

Roof fall in the worked out panel of 1st Left off Pug Mains in the #2 Entry at Spad #7399 Roof fall was 60' X 18' X 4'. No injuries or equipment involved.

2009 · 5 incidents

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Using a knife to remove a board on belt roller. Knife slipped and went thur glove, cutting the left little finger.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

While tramming a battery powered Fairchild 35C Injury's middle finger of his left hand became tangled in a nylon cable hanger causing it to pull the distal phlange off.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While making a vulcanize splice, EE cut the top of his left thumb, requiring stitches.

Fall onto or against objects

Employee was carrying a roll of fly pad(brattice)material, preparing to hang them in #6 entry. As he was walking he fell, cutting his hand on a piece of rock which required 5 stitches.

Struck by flying object

While making a belt splice on the #4 belt, EE attempted to throw a belt clamp across the belt, causing it to hit a water spray bar. It bounced back, hitting him in the left ear, causing a laceration that required 10 stitches.

2008 · 13 incidents

Over-exertion in lifting objects

EE stated when traveling #2 entry in 21 Joy Shuttle Car on #1 section, the miner cable fell down across his roadway. He stopped the car, attempted to hang cable by himself, when he hurt his back. Requested transportation to ER, where diagnosis was negative and released to RTW the following day(no restrictions). He continued to work until 10/31/08.

Struck against stationary object

While attempting to let down a miner cable that was hung up, employee's hand was punctured by a cable hanger requiring 4 stitches.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Putting top rollers on belt structure.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Member was pushing cable into an entrance gland of the starting box. His foot slipped in some mud causing him to twist his left knee which resulted in a dislocation of his left knee.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Member was lifting a piece of metal for building a rock box and felt pain in his stomach. A small knot came up. He went to the doctor and was diagnosed with a hernia. No surgery has been done at this time.

Struck against a moving object

While riding in the front of a 5 ton supply locomotive that attempted to stop on a slight grade, but started sliding & slid off the end of the track, hitting a parked roof bolter. He refused emergency care & transportation. When he visited the hospital he was referred to a specialist. On 07-30-08 Marfork Safety was notified he had been diagnosed with a concussion.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was in the process of helping electrician change canopy jack on roof bolter. The jack slipped and pinned his thumb between the jack and the ATRS on the machine causing a laceration that required 24 stitches.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While crawling in a area that was wet and muddy causing employee's knee pad to be pulled off in the mud, his left knee became twisted resulting in the meniscus. He continued to work until 09/24/2008. Marfork Safety was not informed by employee that he was missing work due to this injury until 10/06/2008.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE was crawling across section when he put his weight on his right arm and it buckled under him and caused him to fall onto his arm and dislocate his elbow.

Struck against stationary object

Member was picking up trash in supply yard while trying to throw a piece of crib block into the dumpster he struck his left arm on the dumpster causing a fracture to the lower arm in the area of the elbow.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

On 2-25-08 employee twisted his right knee while walking in the intake entry. He continued to work until 4-9-08 without losing any time. Due to continued pain he was informed by his doctor that surgery had to be performed on 4-9-08. Recovery time is expected to be six weeks.

Struck against stationary object

While loading belt rubber onto a car ee stepped on a rock and twisted his left ankle.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While making up a belt splice, employee was cutting belt. His knife slipped and cut through his glove causing a laceration to his left pinky finger that required 11 stitches.

2007 · 11 incidents

(Not Elsewhere Classified)

Due to repeated trauma, employee has been diagnosed with severe degenerative arthritis of the spine due to occupational illness. This was not due to a single event and is substantiated by medical records.

Struck against stationary object

Bent over to pick up gloves, hit left elbow on a roof bolt plate causing a laceration that required 4 stitches.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While attempting to cut tape off a lever of a Joy 21 shuttle, the knife slipped causing a laceration to his ring finger of his left hand. The laceration required 3 stitches.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

While handling belt structure, EE's right middle finger became pinched between the belt tail piece and structure.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

When employee turned to exit the deck of an Eimco scoop he felt his right knee pop. He continued to work until 8-30-07.

Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While loading belt structure, employee's hand became pinched between two pieces of structure.

Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

Employee stated that on 6-21-07 when attempting to hang a miner cable he felt a pain in his back. This accident was not reported until 8/27/07. Employee continued to work until 8-30-07 when instructed to remain off work.

Struck by powered moving object

Individual was attempting to pull a matrip to motor barn with another mantrip. The mantrip being towed derailed in a curve and landed on his right foot resulting in fractures. Individual was communicating with operator of the other mantrip while standing beside the mantrip.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Individual was tramming bolter for new set up and ran over 8"" ledge causing him to hit his head and ear on canopy resulting in a laceration requiring 7 stitches to ear.

Accident type, without injuries

A roof fall measuring 20' X 20' X 5' was discovered by a fireboss approx 3500' from working section. No injuries occurred. The fall will be cleaned up and supported per roof control plan.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was moving the continuous miner cable from the roadway when he twisted his right knee. He was seen at the health place on 1-8-07 and was sent for an MRI. On 1-17-07 the results of the MRI were: a torn meniscus.

2006 · 6 incidents

Struck by falling object

While raising tailpiece, guard dropped smashing middle finger.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While sawing a timber for use in pillaring, EE was hit in the back with another timber that had been set when another EE bumped it as he was attempting to lay another timber down.

Struck by powered moving object

While Building a brattice in the x cut between #7 & #8 entry EE was working 18"" away from a check curtain. A 488 Long airdex scoop after stopping and sounding and his bell started through the curtain and hit him.

Accident type, without injuries

A roof fall occurred on # 2 section in # 3 entry at appromixately 4:50 PM. The roof fall measured 80' long 20' wide and 4' high. The area was supported with 48"" fully grouted resin bolts. There were no injuries. Fall was immediately timbered or cribbed off at all entrances.

Struck by falling object

Member was setting 8' square 6 x 6 timbers. He knelt down to get a wedge when the timber he was setting fell and struck him in the back. He had not wedged the timber prior to turning it loose to pick up another wedge.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Employee was entering parts building on surface. When entering he turned and twisted right knee. Investigation revealed that there was no stumbling or tripping hazards found.

2005 · 13 incidents

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PUSH THE LOW STRUCTURE BACK FOR A BELT MOVE, EMPLOYEE GOT ON TOP OF BELT. THE STRUCTURE BOWED UP CRUSHING HIM AGAINST THE TOP.

Contact with electrical current

EE was hanging the cable of a joy 21 shuttle car and came into contact with electricity at a splice.

Accident type, without injuries

Roof fall in #2 entry at spad #6938. 60' x 20' x 5'. No injuries. #1 section.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

EMPLOYEE LIFTED A 40 Lb. BAG OF ROCKDUST TO PUT IT INTO A ROCKDUSTER. AS HE TWISTED TO PLACE IT INTO THE DUSTER, HE FELT A PULLING SENSATION IN HIS LOWER BACK.

Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

AFTER COMPLETING THE MINING OF #2 ENTRY, WHILE BACKING THE BRIDGES DOWN THE BELT ENTRY INJ EE PLACED HIS HAND ON THE LOWER REAR EDGE OF THE OPERATORS DECK DUE TO GETTING TOO CLOSE TO THE LOW STRUCTURE EE'S HAND BECAME CAUGHT BETWEEN THE LOW STRUCTURE AND THE BRIDGE DECK.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was carring 2-5 gal cane of iso 68 hyd. oil around a water hole. He slipped and fell one of the cans of oil hit on his little finger right hand lacerating the bottom flesh part off.

Fall onto or against objects

INJURED EE FELL STRIKING THE BACK OF HIS NECK ON A 6""X6"" TIMBER. HE WAS TRANSPORTED TO CHARLESTON CAMC GENERAL DIVISION. WAS REFERRED TO A SPECIALIST. ON 8/19/05 EE VISITED SPECIALIST, BUT A DIAGNOSIS COULD NOT BE GIVEN DUE TO SWELLING. MARFOLK SAFETY WAS UNABLE TO CONTACT INJ EE UNTIL 8/25/05 TO GET RESULTS.

Struck by falling object

Cleaning in #5 entry with scoop, undercut coal rib causing brow to fall and hit member in back and neck. Member had fractures to neck and back.

Struck against stationary object

Member had completed installing an 8' cable bolt. As he started around the roof bolter he struck his head on the bolt causing a pain in lower back.

Accident type, without injuries

Roof fall in #4 entry. 100' x 20' x 5'. No injuries. 48"" fully grouted resin bolts were being used. Inby spad #6621.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Member was scooping roadway holding cable up that was hung across roadway got finger cut between canopy and roof plate.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EMPLOYEE WAS HANGING CABLE WITH COATED TIE WIRE. CABLE SLIPPED & FINGER WAS CUT & PUNCTURED BY THE WIRE, REQUIRING 5 STITCHES.

Struck by flying object

EE WAS CRAWLING BESIDE LOW LOW STRUCTURE WHEN EE GOT TO TAIL PIECE A SMALL PIECE OF ROCK FLEW OUT OF TAIL PIECE AND HIT EE IN MOUTH BREAKING TOOTH

2004 · 5 incidents

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS TIGHTENING LUG BOLTS ON SCOOP. TIRE RATCHET SLIPPED AND HIT EE IN THE CHIN AND MOUTH.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

#8 belt head ee was installing a 150 hp belt head motor while hoisting the motor in place it suddenly swung toward the belt head frame. While trying to stop it EE felt a sudden pain in his lower back.

Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee was attempting to adjust the hyd pressure on a cont miner. He raised a shield app 3"" and slid it to the side, when he felt pain in his lower back. The shield size was 26' by 30"" by 1/2"".

Struck by falling object

EE WAS STANDING IN THE INTERSECTIONS OF 3XR. A PIECE OF DRAW ROCK FELL MEASURING 24"" X 15"" 3"" STRIKING HIM ON THE RIGHT FOOT CAUSING A CONTUSION.

Struck by falling object

MEMBER WAS REMOVING CRIB BLOCKS FROM UNDER A SCOOP. WHEN REACHING DOWN TO GET ONE, ANOTHER CRIB BLOCK FELL FROM THE TOP OF THE SCOOP, STRIKING HIS FINGER, LACERATING IT. IT REQUIRED 13 STITCHES.

2003 · 12 incidents

Over-exertion in lifting objects

EE WAS ATTEMPTING TO LIFT A ROCK OFF OF A CONTINUOUS MINER AND STRAINED HIS LOWER BACK.

No Value Found

EE WAS INSTALLING A 48""RESIN ROOF BOLT IN THE #2 ENTRY. HE ATTEMPTED TO TURN THE PLATE ON IT WHILE PUSHING BOLT UP & GOT THE END OF HIS MIDDLE FINGER ON LEFT HAND PINCHED. REQUIRING 10 STITCH ES. EE WAS NOT SCHEDULED TO WORK AGAIN, NOT UNTIL 10/20/03 DUE TO A RELIGNMENT OF THE WORK FORCE. EE WAS NOT SCHEDULED TO WORK AGAIN UNTIL 10/20/03 DUE TO A REALIGNMENT OF THE WORK FORCE

Over-exertion in lifting objects

EE WAS UNLOADING BELT STRUCTURE FROM A CAR. HE REACHED INTO CAR & STARTED TO PICK UP A PIECE AND FELT A PAIN IN HIS GROIN ON THE LEFT SIDE.

Struck against stationary object

EE WAS CROSSING THE CONVEYOR BELT WHEN THE BELT CAME ON THROWING HIM OFF, CAUSING TORN LIGAMENTS IN HIS LEFT KNEE.

Struck by falling object

EE WAS HANGING A CURTAIN IN A CROSSCUT TO THE LEFT OF THE BELT ENTRY WHEN A PIECE OF ROCK FELL OUT OF THE RIB, STRIKING HIM ON THE RIGHT KNEE CAUSING A SPRAIN. HE CONTINUED TO WORK UNTIL 9-8-0 3.

No Value Found

EE WAS LIFTING THE AX RAIL OF A VULCANIZING PRESS UP ONTO A FLAT CAR, WHEN HE FELT A PAIN IN HIS LOWER BACK. HE CONTINUED TO WORK UNTIL 9/11/03. HE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A POSSIBLE RUPTURED DISK.

Struck by falling object

EE WAS OPERATING A 482 S&S SCOOP HE WAS CLEANINGUP MUD WHEN HE HIT THE RIB WITH SCOOP DECK A PRICE OF ROCK CAME OF STRIKING HIM IN THE BACK

Struck against a moving object

EE WAS OPERATING A 482 SCOOP WHEN HE RAN OVER A ROCK JARRING HIM & CAUSING A LUMBAR STRAIN

Struck by falling object

EE WAS ROOF BOLTING IN #3 CROSSCUT TO THE RIGHT HE HAD INSTALLED THE BOLT AGAINST RIB AND WHEN HE MOVED THE ROOF BOLTER HEAD OVER A PIECE OF ROCK MEASURING 4'X4'X3"" FELL OUT HITTING HIS LEFT LEG.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE was helping to cut out a peice of belt that was wrapped around the take up. he was standing on the take-up roller when he slipped and fell app 2'

Struck against stationary object

WHILE OPERATING A 21 JOY SLEAR EE RAN OVER A LEDGE IN THE BOTTOM CAUSING HIM TO STRIKE THE UNDERSIDE OF THE CANOPY HE CONTINUED TO WORK UNTILL 08-15-03 HE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A CERVICAL STRAIN.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

WHILE OPERATING A 18 TON BROOKVILLE MOTOR EE STARTED UP A GRADE. THE LOCOMOTIVE LOST TRACTION AND BEGAN TO SLIDE BACKWARDS, EE JUMPED OUT, HE FELL STRIKING HIS RIGHT HAND ON A ROCK LACERATIN G HIS MIDDLE FINGER.

2002 · 15 incidents

Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances

EE DROPPED AN OPEN BUCKET OF STOPPING PLATER CAUSING TO THE SPLASH UP UNDER HIS SAFETY GLASSES, IRRITATING BOTH EYES.

Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS LOADING 1000' OF BELT RUBBER ON A CAR WITH A SHEIVE ROPE & DUCK BILL BELT CLAMP. THE DUCKBILL SLIPPED OFF HITTING HIM IN THE MOUTH CAUSING A LACERATION TO HIS CHIN

Accident type, without injuries

ROOF FALL ON MAINLINE BELT AT SPAD #2487. 90'L X 20'W X 5'H.

Accident type, without injuries

CONTINIOUS MINER HAD COMPLETED THE LAST LIFT IN THE PILLAR BROCK BETWEEN # 2 & 3 ENTRIES AND WAS BACKING OUT WHEN A PIECE OF ROCK 12'X?X14"" THICK FELL FOULING CONTINOUS MINER.

Accident type, without injuries

INTERSECTION TWO BREAKS OUTBY PILLAR LINE #3 ENTRY. ROOF FALL. 4 1/2' THICK 20' X 30' AT SPAD #3812.

Struck by falling object

EMPLOYEE WAS CHANGING A BUSTED HYDRAULIC HOSE ON THE SECTION SCOOP. HE HAD A SHIELD RAISED UP & NOT BLOCKED. IT FELL ON THE MIDDLE FINGER OF HIS RIGHT HAND. HE RECEIVED 3 STITCHES.

Struck by falling object

MEMBER WAS OPERATING THE MINER IN THE FACE OF #2 ENTRY WHEN A PIECE OF ROCK FELL OUT ON TOP OF IT. HE BACKED MINER TO SUPPORTED ROOF. THE CABLE ROLLED NEAR CATS. HE STOPPED MINER, BENT OVER TO MOVE CABLE. ROCK SLID OFF MINER STRIKING HIM ON RT KNEE.

Struck by falling object

EE HAD POSITIONED A ROOF BOLTER FOR THE 1ST ROW OF BOLTS IN THE 4 RIGHT CROSSCUT. AS HE RAISED THE ATRS A PIECE OF ROCK APPROX 120"" LONG X 23"" WIDE X 2-3"" THICK FELL FROM BETWEEN THE BOLTS. A PIECE OF THE ROCK MEASURING 22"" LONG X 24"" WIDE X 3"" THICK STRUCK HIM ON THE RIGHT FOREARM RESULTING IN A LACERATION REQUIRING SUTURES.

Struck by falling object

EE WAS LOADING A SHUTTLE CAR IN THE FIVE RIGHT XCUT WHEN A PIECE OF ROCK MEASURING (9' LONG X 47"" WIDE X1-3.5' THICK) FELL FROM THE MINE ROOF FROM BETWEEN THE FIRST AND SECOND BOLT OUT FROM TH E RIB STRIKING HIM ON THE LEFT LEG AND ANKLE. A FRACTURE WAS SUSTAINED FROM THIS INJURY.

Accident type, without injuries

WHILE PERFORMING RETREAT MINING IN #3 ENTRY OF #1 SECTION 014-0MMU, THE INTERSECTION FELL WHILE TAKING #4 LIFT TO THE RIGHT OF #3 ENTRY. THE FALL WAS APPROX. 5'H X 60'L X 20'W. NO INJURIES.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

SITTING ON BOTTOM WITH FEET AGAINST BELT, PULLING OUT BELT PIN WITH CHANNEL LOCKS. FELT A BURNING SENSATION IN BACK WAS TREATED AND RELEASED WITH TORN MUSCLE IN BACK AND TOLD TO REMIND OFF WOR K 1 WEEK. RETURNED TO WORK 4-22-02. WORKED 2 DAYS AND EXPERIENCED PAIN IN BACK. OFF FROM WORK AGAIN 4-25-02.

Struck by rolling or sliding object

EE WAS OPERATING A CONTINUOUS MINER IN THE #1 ENTRY WHEN A RIB ROLL OCCURRED STRIKING HIM ON THE LEFT LEG. THE ROLL MEASURED APPROX 3' LONG BY 2' WIDE BY 3-6' THICK. HE WORKED A TOTAL OF 6 SHIFTS BEFORE SEEKING MEDICAL ATTENTION FOR THIS ACCIDENT. ON 4-18-02 HE VISITED THE DOCTOR,TOLD TO STAY OFF WORK, AND RESCHEDULED. ON 4-22,DIAGNOSED WITH POSSIBLE TORN LIGAMENTS.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE WAS DISMOUNTING A SHUTTLE CAR IN AN ATTEMPT TO REPOSITION A PIECE OF VENTILATION CURTAIN AND A SECTION OF ROOF BOLTER CABLE WHEN HE STUMBLED ON THE METAL RAILING SURROUNDING THE FLOOR OF TH E DECK AND FELL TO THE GROUND. HE RECEIVED A FRACTURED BIG TOE FROM THIS OCCURRANCE.

Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE WAS WALKING FROM THE SOUTH PORTAL BATHHOUSE TO HIS VEHICLE IN A GRAVELED LOT WHEN HIS RIGHT ANKLE SUDDENTLY LOST ITS STABILITY RESULTING IN HIS FALLING ON HIS LEFT ARM.

Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EMPLOYEE WAS REMOVING THE OPERATOR SIDE REAR WHEEL FROM 21SC. AFTER TAKING OFF THE LUG NUTS, EMPLOYEE TOOK A LADDY SLIPPER TO HELP PRY THE TIRE LOOSE FROM THE WHEEL UNIT. THE WHEEL FELL OVER, SMASHING HIS RIGHT FOOT AGAINST A CRIB BLOCK. HE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A CONTUSION.

2001 · 5 incidents

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE REAGGRAVATED HIS KNEE FROM AN INJURY ON 11/27/01 AT THE WHITE QUEEN #2 MINE. HE REINJURED THE KNEE WHILE BUILDING A STOPPING AT THE BRUSHY EAGLE/ELLIS MINE ON CHRISTMAS VACATION.

Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE WAS WALKING ACROSS THE TRACK TO THE SCOOP BATTERY CHARGER WHEN HE STEPPED IN A HOLE TWISTING HIS LEFT ANKLE.

Struck by falling object

EE WAS REMOVING A CHECK CURTAIN WHEN A PIECE OF ROOF ROCK FELL STRIKING EE ON HEAD, THEN STRIKING EE ON RT. ANKLE. EMPLOYER WAS NOT NOTIFIED UNTIL 12-22-01. EE IS ON LIGHT DUTY UNTIL CAST IS REMOVED. MINE WAS IDLE ON THE DEC. 23-25,2001.

Accident type, without injuries

ALL APPROACHES EXCEPT ONE HAVE BEEN BREAKERED OFF AND CLEAN UP PLAN POSTED. 20' X 20' X 5'.

Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE WAS DROPPING A PIN THROUGH A TONGUE IN THE ACT OF HOOKING UP A RAIL CAR TO A MOTOR. THE MOTORMAN PULLED FORWARD RESULTING IN THE PIN KICKING FORWARD, MASHING / PINCHING HIS FINGER.