diff --git "a/data/test_msha_10cat_oos_10per.csv" "b/data/test_msha_10cat_oos_10per.csv" deleted file mode 100644--- "a/data/test_msha_10cat_oos_10per.csv" +++ /dev/null @@ -1,19526 +0,0 @@ -,Description,category,sub_category -0,"employee was unplugging de-energized charger plug from #69 cat scoop in the 4e section. when the scoop plug arced causing burns to the employee's abdomen. cause of accident was improperly wired breaker and loose plugs lead. miner proficiency, skills or attitude was not an issue. ppe was not an issue.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -1,ee was testing fuses & shut down & locked disconnect to replace fuses. there was still power in box on other side. ee's wrench contacted the power source & there was an arc & flash burning ee' s hand.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -2,"employee was replacing a fuse in the jaw disconnect box. after throwing the knife in the box, the employee used a fuse puller to remove the bad fuse. when replacing the fuse, the employee got the fuse holder into live electricity and got flashed.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -3,employee was checking the 120 volt uv input on the 4912 feeder when the meter lead slipped out of hand and as the employee grabbed for the meter lead little finger inadvertently touched an energized lead causing the employee to be pulled back landing on left shoulder.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -4,"disconnected control wire. when reconnecting, employee crossed the control wire onto the wrong contact and sustained a 2nd and 3rd degree burn to the 3rd, 4th and 5th digits of the right hand.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -5,"the ee was operating a r-65 haul truck and smelled rotten eggs, so rolled up the windows. a little later the battery exploded and ruptured ee's right ear drum. upon further investigation, the alternator was over charging the battery which caused the explosion. the ee was restricted for five days.",ELECTRICAL,NEC -6,employee was changing out oxygen bottle when his arm came in contact with the welding lead and he received a shock. he was taken to the hospital and kept overnight for observation. he received a full release the next day.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -7,employee was working on a power distribution boxto determine why a circuit breaker would not operate. he apparently came in contact with an energized circuit during the trouble shooting proces s.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -8,employee came in contact with a welding lead (stinger) that was hanging in the work area. the employee was shocked when he contacted the lead (stinger) and a grounded piece of equipment.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -9,"two mechanics were trouble shooting a breaker and plug on the transformer with a muti-meter. the breaker had lost power several times, when mechanic was checking the plug, with the meter, it went phase to phase.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -10,"at 10:45 pm, a large flame shooting out of the vent on top of a salt water tank on a gas well pad was discovered. the gas well company (xto) was contacted and the fire department was dispatched. the fire department responded to the scene and extinguished the fire 12:15 am. it was determined that a lightning strike caused the venting gas to ignite.",ELECTRICAL,"Accident type, without injuries" -11,the injured ee was trouble shooting in a feeder panel. ee's hand came into contact with an energized phase resulting in a burn between the rt. thumb & fore finger.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -12,"ee was to tighten screw in mcc circuit breaker and touched grounded metal post and generated an electric arc. ee was not wearing gloves, safety glasses, did not remove casing, and used an uninsulated screw driver.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -13,employee pulled aluminum boat over three electric conductors in dredge pond. a patch on the bottom of the boat cut into one conductor and electrocuted the employee. the employee died as a result of the accident.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -14,"employee was trouble shooting a conveyor motor, he tried to start the conveyor motor and the lead tree blew up causing an arc.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -15,a electrician was troubleshooting a faulty air dryer and inadvertently touched a live electrical connection and received a shock/burn.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -16,"ee was operating the 33 loco when it stopped tramming ee was looking for air leak when found that the reverser wasn't working ee tried to move it manually with a wedge when ee hit a wire off causing an arc resulting in burns on ee's hand. cause of injury was awareness. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -17,"employee was hanging the cable to the roof bolter, in #3 entry, when he received an electrical shock. he stated that he felt an electrical shock while hanging the cable and next thing he remembered was lying on the ground. he returned to work his next scheduled shift.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -18,a master electrician was fatally injured while trouble-shooting 460 volt electric motor. (question #26: experience at this mine two hours.),ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -19,"ee was installing a fuel tank on a tractor inside the truck shop, when lightening struck a nearby transformer on a power pole. the electrical charge traveled down the power pole and disbursed out through the ground, making contact with ee. he was transported to camc general hospital, evaluated, given fluids as a precaution and released back to duty.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -20,"while cutting with arch welder, individual was electrocuted.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -21,electrical cable at entrance interior walls burned.,ELECTRICAL,"Accident type, without injuries" -22,employee was welding on a d-6 dozer and received an electrical shock from the welder.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -23,a fully trained miner was pulling cable slack for the loader when ee was shocked by the cable. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -24,employee was plugging a cable into a battery motor when the cable shorted out.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -25,"the cable got caught under drag of shuttle car (300 dc) and arched. as ee was getting out of car, he placed one hand on canopy handle and one foot on wet bottom, causing him to get a electrical shock.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -26,ee was installing an amp transducer. while drawing an alignment line using his level an arc flash occurred.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -27,"ee stated that he was shocked while standinb beside the r/b in about 2"" of water. he had his left hand on an installed roof bolt, but was not touching the roof bolt machine nor the roof bolter cable. he complained of chest pain, was transported to hospital. he could not see a specialist until 7-18 & at that time he was released to work.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -28,ee opened an electrical cabinet on an overhead crane to inspect the wiring when it arc flashed. this resulted in a burn to ee's right index and middle finger.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -29,employee was going up the stairs from the third floor to the fourth floor. there was an extension cord by the steps going up to the fourth floor. ee moved the extension cord. there was a damaged place on the cord. he was burned on his left hand.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -30,"an insulator on a 138kv electrical power pole went to ground and caused power outage and a unplanned fire on the pole at the north end of the plant. the fire burned 67 minutes until fd put it out. the pole is owned by the utility provider, not the mine.",ELECTRICAL,"Accident type, without injuries" -31,"a water pumper noticed smoke at the begining of his shift as he was going out in the mine. upon investigation he found a fire on mine property in the old c-area. this area was not accessible with our water trucks, we called harrison county and hallsville fire department responded. approximately six acres of pasture burned, fire was started by assumed lightning strike.",ELECTRICAL,"Accident type, without injuries" -32,section power move had been made. work being done to connect the phasing. employee approximately 2 crosscuts from power center stated he heard a strange sound from the area of the power center and went to the power center and found the deceased slumped over the power center.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -33,"he was ground faulting braker, receptical arched and burnt his left hand and eye brow.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -34,employee was operating #74 scoop when he saw a flash that lasted approiximately 2 minutes coming from the scoop breaker box. no injuries occured. after investigation it was determined that the tree of leads coming from the control box to the jct box had shorted together causing the flash he had seen.,ELECTRICAL,"Accident type, without injuries" -35,employee was working on #3 screen starter box when an electric coil flash occurred.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -36,"ee was hanging pinner cable. a pin hole in the cablecaused it to electrocute the ee. ee sustained no burns, but complained of chest pain and dizziness. he was held overnight in the hospital fo r observation.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -37,"crew shut down because of bad weather. they had waited 45 min for storm to pass but it showed no indication of stopping so the helper got out of work truck and went to the rig & turned off the master disconnect. as he was getting back into the work truck, lightning struck the work truck. helper's right arm was hurt along with burn blisters on both feet.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -38,the employee was changing a scoop plug when the receptable arched and caused a flash burn on his right hand.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -39,he was assisting a certified electrician in installing a 7200 volt plug (cathead) when he apparently came in contact with an energized receptacle on the power distribution box (vcb). this resulted in a fatal.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -40,"employee claims to have been shocked after replacing a battery lid on a scoop and allegedly contacting the rubber over the battery terminal. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor. ",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -41,"ee gave conflicting story; however, i believe he tripped breaker with door open and was shocked. no evidence of electrical burns or damage. all tests at hospital showed not damage.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -42,"on 09/01/2022 at approximately 4:40 p.m. at 32 brk on 2 belt track, employee came into contact with a 480 volt roof bolter cable and was fatally injured.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -43,"a certified electrician was going to make repairs on the right side power center in the no. 5 entry, and was found lying beside the power centerit appears he received a fatal electrical shock.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -44,while trouble shooting a possible short in a wire that was located in a cable tray ee inadvertly caused the wire which had became bare to contact the cable tray and caused a shock.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -45,"ee lost power on the shuttle car. when he went to check the cable, the cable arced, burning his left hand.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -46,ee was standing 6-10' away from the breaker explosion where two coworkers were working. he received burns to his hands while trying to extinguish the fire on the coworkers. he was transported to hospital where he was treated and released 2 days later.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with hot objects or substances -47,high wind caused a suspended ground monitor wire to come unattached from a pole. the winds caused the wire to swing close enough to conduct power from 7200-volt lines above it. this allowed power to back-feed to an electrical box being worked on inside of the sub-station. an electrical arc flash occurred that injured a miner causing superficial burns to ee's face & eyes.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -48,"supervisor was trying to get track hoe started, so he tried to jump the battery. when he attached the cables to jump the battery, the battery exploded. he sustained miner ringing to his ears. he did not receive any other injuries.",ELECTRICAL,Struck by... NEC -49,employee working on a 480 volt starter experienced an arc flash blast resulting in burns to his hands and face. he was evaluated by a physician and taken off of work.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -50,employee received electrical shock.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -51,"ee was attempting to reconnect the ground cable to the battery when the battery exploewde. pieces of the battery cut his face and battery acide was blown into his eyes, face and chest area.",ELECTRICAL,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -52,"there were 3 cables that had fallen due to broken zip ties. ee was told to clean the sand from the cables to expose them, so they could be re-secured. ee partially exposed the cable and went to pick it up. the cable was damaged, resulting in ee being shocked.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -53,"ee alleges he stepped on a shuttle car splice & received an electrical shock. he was taken by ambulance to the hospital, he was given full release by the er doctor. he requested another day off which allowed him one day away from work. we feel this incident didn't occur or didn't keep him from returning to work on his next shift.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -54,"while tightening the screws to a breaker in an electrical box the screwdriver made contact withthe metal frame causing an electrical short and electrical burns to employee's face, eyes and forearm.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -55,employee was exiting a shuttle car when the employee contacted the door & received an electric shock. precautionary tests were performed and employee was released with no restrictions. employee followed up w/medical provider and was put off of work.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -56,"the victim was electrocuted near the face of no.8 entry of the 001-0 mmu while installing supplemental roof supports. when another worker finished cutting a steel beam with a torch, an energiz ed trailing cable was damaged causing the beam & trailer on which it rested to become energized. the victim then came in contact with the trailer, resulting in electrocution.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -57,"ee was hanging car cable and grabbed a bare lead. he continued working for most of his shift but then decided to go to hospital. tests were run, no problems found. he went back to work the nex t day.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -58,while changing out batteries he took hold of the jumper cable causing him to be shocked by the cable.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -59,at 9:02 am an employee noticed flames coming from the rental heater. three employees tried to use fire extinguishers on the flames but it wouldn't extinguish. they called 911 and the fire dept. came around 9:25 am. and extinguished the fire by 9:38 am. the united rental heater was a 2012 almand mh1000 which was a total loss.,ELECTRICAL,"Accident type, without injuries" -60,"ee was pinning in 2l face, when he was shocked by frame of roof bolter.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -61,"ee was found unconscious, with no resp or pulse pit between hydroseparator and floc building. cpr was administered and ee was transported to cms where he was pronounced dead. autopsy report has not been recieved. a heat trace tape was found arcing near where ee was found.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -62,"employee felt irritation of his right eye after an arc flash while welding, rubbed it, flushed it. the rubbing caused a scratch.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (welding) -63,employee was in the process of changing batteries and was connecting the battery bell to the charger when they felt heat in their glove from an arc that resulted in a minor burn to fingers. employee worked until 4/30/2020.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -64,"no injury, employee was tramming 330dl track hoe when he struck an overhead powerline. powerline was severed. no one injured. lines being damaged caused units to trip inside of plant.",ELECTRICAL,"Accident type, without injuries" -65,"was putting supply scoop on charge. he said he thought one of the 5 prongs on the plug was bent. was using knife blade to straighten an(alleged)bent prong. blade contacted frame of coupler, ca used an arc. burnt rt. hand & flash burn to botheyes.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -66,ee (company electrician) was working on the control box of the secondary cone crusher. while moving some wires he felt an explosion which resulted in a second degree burn on his left hand due to the flash created by the explosion.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -67,lightening struck conveyor that employee where employee was working causing employee to receive electric shock.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -68,"the injured was plugging up charger to a dead set of ram batteries, when he did this the plug blew up & burnt his right hand. the charger was not turned off and it was possible that the 2 leads had gotten together in plug.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -69,"crane extended boom coming in contact with overhead power lines. when this happened, ee was electrocuted while standing in the trailer. damage to both arms, torso, head, leg. extent as yet unk nown.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -70,the el-jay screen had stopped. employee radioed the front office to have the mgr. call licensed electrician. employee checked fuses in box. he then took a wire and touched across and made contact with another wire and caused a flash fire resulting in injury to his left hand.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -71,"while attempting to tighten an energized 440 volt starter, connection made contact with a ground within a starter cubicle chassis. starter was not locked out or otherwise secured. employee was wearing an electrical flash shirt which greatly reduced potential injuries.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -72,"employee was working on changing rotation for shv002 at yellow substation #sub704. high voltage door was open and not de-energized (13,800 volts). employee inserted right hand into cabinet causing electrical shock and arc flash burns to right arm when right arm contacted energized lug.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -73,"employee was tighting buss bars in an electrical panel at the sub station, and recieved an electrical burn injury, due in part to a malfunction in the manufactured panel equipment and not following safe work practices.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -74,"at approx. 11:20am on 11/30/17, a fire was discovered at the primary mcc room. fire department was dispatched and arrived at 11:30am. due to fire involving switchgear & located next to 4160v transformer, firefighting activities were delayed until power could be de-energized. the fire was extinguished at 12:38pm, minutes after electrical services could arrive and disconnect power.",ELECTRICAL,"Accident type, without injuries" -75,"ee had dumped a load of material from the dump trailer. ee was in process of getting residual material from trailer while it was in the elevated position the trailer contacted power lines ee hand, left hand on control valve & was electrocuted. recd burns to both knees, left hand & left foot",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -76,"employee was changing a fuse in a de-energized electrical panel when an arc flash occurred. employee received burns to hands, chin, and forearms.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -77,ee alleges he received an electrical shock from a roof bolt machine cable. ee did not seek medical attention until 2-23-05. he was admitted to pineville hospital for observation only and released on 2-25-05. (no defects were observed in the cable.),ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -78,"employee entered the 2nd floor preheater mcc to work on the feed shelf analyzer. when employee went in, the room was hot because the air conditioner wasn't operating. employee went to the bucket to put power back on the ac breaker and it exploded.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -79,"employee working on energized 4,160 volt transformer with a 1,000 volt meter. the meter blew causing an arc flash which caused second degree burns to the injured's face. all ppe was worn including hard hat, safety glasses, high voltage gloves, fr shirt and vest.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -80,injured employee was in the process of moving bolter cable when ee was shocked by it while handling it in mud. employee sought medical treatment and was given a full release. ,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -81,"while in process of routine electrical inspection, an electrical arc in the area of the 50amp circuit breaker for the floc system in the prep plant occurred, resulting in a release of energy",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -82,miner was changing rotation on a motor. did not properly lock and tag out the equipment. an arc flash occurred and the miner received 1st degree burns to hands and forearms. ,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -83,as injured was attempting to cross over the dolly of the continuous haulage system he placed his hand on a nick int he trailing cable and received an electrical shock. injured was taken to the hospital where he was admitted for observation and released the following morning. injured had no visible wounds.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -84,ee was putting a cathead in a receptable and the fingers were hung in ont he breaker causing it to blow out. the ee had 2nd and 3rd degree burns on both hands. started missing work on 6-25-03.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -85,"ee was sitting near a section power center when a 12,470 high voltage had a short circuit and blew off striking him in the elbow.",ELECTRICAL,Struck by flying object -86,employee was putting water in his cap light; while removing the water bottle the water or acid from the battery splashed in his eyes.,ELECTRICAL,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -87,"a maintenance shift work electrican was replacing fuses on a 4100 p&h shovel when a 7200v transformer are flashed causing a burn to his right arm, ee was taken to the er and from there transported to the burn center on phoenix.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -88,"the investigation into the accident is on-going, but as of now, it appears as the three employees were installing ground vault indicator lights when an ach flash occurred, injuring them. the employees were transported to the hospital.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -89,"while working on jump starting a generator, the battery blew up in the injured's face causing minor abrasions requiring no stitches and blurred vision requiring time off work for healing.",ELECTRICAL,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -90,ee alleges he received an electrical shock from a damaged electrical conductor on the continuousminer.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -91,electrical explosion.,ELECTRICAL,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -92,a 480 volt lead supplying power to shop trailer when pulled on arced & when it arced it set his shirt on fire.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with hot objects or substances -93,"operator, changing a fuse, received an electric shock. he did not use a hot stick or gloves. he did not receive any injuries but was sent to the doctor to be checked out. he did not use lock-out tag-out procedures.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -94,"emplyee heard on plant radio that the plant air compressor went down after starting #1 finish mill system. he went directly to the compressor starter. shift utility man tried starting the compressor. an electrical explosion occurred in the starter breaker panel resulting in flash burns to employee's left side, 1 degree to left side, 2nd and 3rd degree to arm.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -95,"employee opened breaker of shuttle car. it arced, flashed and irritated eyes.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -96,"employee was installing a frequency drive in an empty spot in an electrical cabinet. as he was tightening the bolts, the wrench got into a buss bar and created an electrical arc causing burns on both hands.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -97,"the investigation into the accident is on-going, but as of now, it appears as the three employees were installing ground vault indicator lights when an ach flash occurred, injuring them. the employees were transported to the hospital.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -98,"ee was walking by the panel of the feeder and stated that he slipped/tripped and caught himself with his left hand in the panel, resulting in an electrical burn. ee was transported to camc general and to western pennsylvania hospital with 3rd degree burns. there were no witnesses to the accident.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -99,electrical shock - working on 60 hp motor which was locked & tagged out per safety regulations. saw a flash which may have been caused by lightning - felt shock - he was sent to e.r. - evaluated & released - returned to work with no restrictions.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -100,miner and co-worker were cutting an electrical cable to install a fan when an arch flash occurred.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -101,"a mine electrician sustained burns to his arm when a live 7,200 volt power cable arc flashed at a junction box. employee was taken to first aid for initial treatment and then to a local medical facility for evaluation and treatment. employee was then transported to regional burn unit for treatment of his burns, and for further testing.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -102,system was down due to electrical problems.,ELECTRICAL,"Accident type, without injuries" -103,the worker was working with our technician at the power cabin at the quarry. when our technician was not present in the cabin the worker did a non-authorized procedure in the power cabin and gets shocked. the skin on the worker's hands was burned.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -104,electrician was reversing motor for mechanic to remove impeller. impeller was removed & electrician went back to reverse motor leads when his left arm came in contact with line side 4160v contactor. (knife blades) three phases on disconnect were still in closed position.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -105,sustained high wind of 45 mph caused 7200kv phase to ground or 12.5kv phase to phase power lines to arc and catch dead weeds and trees on fire below. area burned was about 2 acres without any damage to equipment or structures. ,ELECTRICAL,"Accident type, without injuries" -106,ee had energized a 4160vac contactor and was walking away from it when an arc flash occurred. ee was transported to a local hospital where he was treated and admitted with 2nd and 3rd degree burns to his right arm and 2nd degree burn to his right ear. ee released from the hospital on 10/11/13 but remains off work.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -107,"approx 5:30pm smoke was seen coming from the c5 reclamation tree plot. lightening had started a fire and the fire department was called. because of the location, the fireman couldn't get to the fire so the forest service was called. a dozer was brought in and one from the contractor to make fire lanes. fire burnt itself out by 9:30pm, and 25 acres were burned",ELECTRICAL,"Accident type, without injuries" -108,employee was testing equipment in mcc085 room and equipment arced. starter was smutted and meter was burnt. employee received burn to back of right hand.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -109,repairing lights in truck load-out area. victim was found by fellow worker on his stomach apparently shocked; had fallen from ladder-approx 4-5'.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -110,ee engaged the electrical curcuit to the fan. an arc occurred. the flash from the arc burned his hand up to the wrist. he was not electrocuted. the burn was bad. the local hospital transferred him to the medical center. the injury will requuire skin grafts.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -111,"lightning caused fire in remote portion of property. there was no possible danger to employees or processes. due to remoteness and danger of trying to reach fire, decision was made to let fire burn over night. it was extinguished the next morning 07/04/11.",ELECTRICAL,"Accident type, without injuries" -112,"alleged incident-ee knocked #9cm breaker, was removing the cathead and received an electrical shock while their neck was against the cable. incident is still under investigation. cause is unknown at this time. compliance with rules/regs at this time is not factor, incident involved equipment, job skills not a factor, miner proficiency may be a factor, ppe not a factor at this time.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -113,he had to go to the hospital overnight because he was holding wires with a pvc pipe and he touched a live electrical wire.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -114,"while working next to a wire/cable tray and engaged in cleaning a catwalk off, a high voltage feeder cable went to ground causing an electrical flash which caused 1st degree burns to both arms .",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -115,ee was trying to set up power in sub-station after recent power outage due to ice storm. ee stated that he operated the main power trip button to de-energize the substation & with high voltage gloves & a safety ground cable tested the main circuit to ensure power was disconnected. an electric arch occurred during this task causing 1st & 2nd degree burns to the face.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -116,"employee was checking voltage on each phase of the section power center, for unknown reason the multimeter he was using short circuited producing an electrical flash that resulted in burns to his face and hands.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -117,putting the miner breaker up - the breaker fired and blew back on his hands.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with hot objects or substances -118,"an excavator operator was backing up a haul road and repairing the roadway as they traveled. the excavator traveled underneath a 69kv powerline owned by ppl. unknown to the operator, the powerline arced to the boom of the excavator which cause a brief power interruption. the operator was only made aware of this at 11:30 am when an electrician showed up on site to investigate. ",ELECTRICAL,"Accident type, without injuries" -119,employee was treated for flash burn to eyes.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -120,electrical panel grounded out 480 volt buse bar causing an explosion. upon investigation it was determined that a hinge pin had worked out causing a cross grounding situation.,ELECTRICAL,Struck by... NEC -121,"the employee was changing a 440 volt starter. turned power back on to check starter after replaced. checked the on/off button and determined new starter worked. he did not shut power down again, elected to hook up motor leads and in the process came in contact with the relay which in affect pulled starter into position causing flash back injuring him.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -122,"ee instructed to mount 500 hp motor to a disconnected/isolater booster pump for mc-1 plant. ees opened 13.8 kv transofrmer which feeds power to the booster pump and a tails pump. (ee opened 13 .8 kv transformer-dual while tails pump was in operation.transformer vaporized when opened. fir contained within cabinet. ees not injured.) ""near miss incident"".",ELECTRICAL,"Accident type, without injuries" -123,"the ee's voltage field sensor, rated 600 volts, vaporized in the 4800 volt electric field, while he was testing the starter motor for the id fan. causing burns to his hands.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -124,"checking 480 line, as testing lead wires on tester were in wrong position resulting in tester imploding causing burns to hand & fingers.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -125,"ee turned on the 7' breaker & it tripped the main break so he shut off the 7 ' breaker & reset the main, then proceeded back to look at the 7' starter & everything look ok so he went to the n ew breaker box, lifted lid to look inside & at the same time a coworker turned the main back on& the box he was looking at explosed",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -126,ee was wiring conveyor #11 starter which was locked out. this starter was directly above a 100 amp 480 volt 3 phase disconnect for conveyor #12 hoist and travel. this disconnect was energized on the line side. screwdriver went into the open panel past the protective barrier and crossed phases creating an electrical explosion.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -127,"injured was jump starting a light plant with jumper cables hooked from the welder on a ser- vice truck to the battery of a light plant. as he disconnected the jumper cables from the light plant battery it arked, causing the battery to explode. he had chemical exposure to his (r) eyeand face. he was taken to the hospital(er) wherehe was examined. released back to work w/o restr",ELECTRICAL,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -128,"employee was working in an electrical panel with live 480 volt feed coming into unit. employee was working alone, with minimal ppe. employee did not try out or test circuit for current before beginning work. employee was exposed to arc flash in close proximity to panel, experience burns on face, ear, left arm and hand.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -129,"miner was walking on the catwalk of the main screen plant when he contacted an electrical line, (which had some insulation rubbed off due to placing a screen up against the line) the line arced on the hand rail and shocked the miner, causing him to fall against the hand rail straining his back.",ELECTRICAL,Fall onto or against objects -130,employee was re-lighting the burners on the furnace and was shocked when ee contacted a spark plug that was being ignited by another employee. the employee felt a shock.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -131,employee and assistant started ground faulting breakers at 13 drive 750 box. the first breaker he went to ground fault was a 995 volt head drive spare; when employee went to test breaker it blew out burning both his hands and forearms.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -132,"investigation is still ongoing, and an autopsy is being performed to determine the cause. *per the prelim: two contractors were electrocuted when a 14,400-volt overhead power line came in contact with their off-road dump trucks, and the contractors exited their trucks and contacted the ground.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -133,"employee was plugging up a 72 volt permissible ride, the employee was turning and twisting the plug trying to make it charge and received a electrical shock.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -134,"this report is being submitted for the sole purpose of abating violation #7098808, event #4054919. employee allegedly suffered flash burn to both eyes when roof pan (pie pan) contacted the trolley wire. the reportability of this alleged incident is being contested.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -135,mounting a safety cover over breaker & it grounded out & blew up.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with hot objects or substances -136,"attempting to reset a tripped starter, a flash occurred causing burns to the neck and left forearm of employee.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -137,the employee was jump starting the 275b loader with his pickup truck. while putting on the jumper cables a flash occured. the employee's eyes got flashed at that point.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -138,"while inspecting a shovel, right pinky finger came in contact with a collector ring. ee experienced a shock and was transported to nnrh. hospitalized overnight for observation and released on 02/05/15. ee was seen on follow-up and put off work in order to keep small wound on pinky clean and dry. released to work full duty effective 02/17/15.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -139,"two workers took the cover off the battery motorto change fuse for compressor motor. after changing fuse they reset breaker and compressor didn't run so they put old fuse back in and set the breaker. employee was on opposite side of motor & came in contact with cover over battery leads.the resulting ark melted cover causing a cut to right arm & flash burns to arms, face, abdomen.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -140,"wiring 480 vac to power monitor equipment. during testing, wires shorted phase to phase causing short.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -141,"employee was troubleshooting a problem with the #3 tertiary crusher. fellow employee came to help. after finding the crusher plugged, the fellow employee attempted to de-energize the circuit breaker. employee was standing behind fellow employee in the doorway. as fellow employee switched off the breaker, it exploded causing an arc flash.",ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -142,injured felt an electrical shock when the vacuum breaker that he was in contact with was energized. injured did not start missing work until 4/24/02.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -143,"ee was assisting other ee, putting in belt structure in the main line belt line. there was no electrical power going u.g. at this time. a severe electrical storm was in progress outside, apparently lightening traveling by way of the bed railing structure as ee came in contact with it underground.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -144,"a lightening strike initiated a grass fire on the reclaimed south tailings impoundment. the fire was contained to approximately 5 acres, between 2 dirt roads. the fire was controlled while it burned itself out. no structures or people were at risk.",ELECTRICAL,"Accident type, without injuries" -145,ee was changing wires in breaker panel for the simplicity screen when electrical wire came in contact with another wire or metal box creating a ball of fire. heat from ball of fire caused burns.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with hot objects or substances -146,at approx. 7:30 am a mechanic for mine machinery was attempting to jump start a 475a komatsu dozer when one of the batteries blew up in his face and into his eyes. a co-worker was present when accident happened. another co-worker was close by & came to assist with accident. immediately we flushed his eyes with water. went to highland regional for further treatment.,ELECTRICAL,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -147,ee was energizing an electrical breaker and received flash burns to his left hand when the breaker was energized.,ELECTRICAL,Flash burns (electric) -148,was moving a cable and grabbed a spot that caused an electrical shock resulting in a burn to left hand.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -149,"at approx. 10:10pm on 6/8/22, power was lost at the wana surface facility. on 6/9/22 at approx. 5:54am, power was restored, and at approx. 6:10am smoke/fire was observed coming from the maintenance/storage building. fire departments were notified and dispatched to extinguish the fire. it was determined to have mostly been caused from an electrical component failure.",ELECTRICAL,"Accident type, without injuries" -150,an injury to an employee occurred in 7l longwall section involving an electrical shock. employee was trouble shooting an electrical issue on the 4mva power box when employee received an electrical shock from an unknown location. employee received electrical burns on right arm. employee did not lose consciousness & walked on own accord out of the mine. investigation ongoing.,ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -151,"employee hit his right elbow on the frame of the skid steer loader when he received a minor elbow shock, while attempting to determine why the machine would not start. 4-12-05 released to light duty. follow up on 4-9-05.",ELECTRICAL,Contact with electrical current -152,four contractors with safway scaffold were stuck in the k3 elevator. executive elevator was called to get them out.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -153,ee became stuck in the man elevator of the fine crushing plant. a mayday was called along with electricians. electricians were able to get employee out of elevator. elevator locked out and elevator company will troubleshoot and correct issues. ,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -154,"a severe thunderstorm dropped 2.04 inches of rain over a 2 hour period. water runoff built up on a spoil dump. it eventually breached the dump berm, and flowed down into the coal pit access ra mp. the 24k motorgrader had entered the pit (with 2' of water in the bottom) to pick up the coal shovel operator. as they were exiting the pit, water engulfed the grader. two ee's were rescue",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -155,employee was locked inside o'sepa ductwork for about 2 hours. there were no injuries.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -156,at 10:50 am the fish creek yard experienced a power outage which cause the elevator to stop 12 feet from the top with ee trapped. he was entraped for 45 minutes when power was restored.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -157,an employee became entrapped in the fish creek elevator from 11:22 pm to 12:30 am on 1-5-16. the elevator limit switch was changed.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -158,the mancage was down for more than 30 minutes due to the guide shoes of the counterweight becoming misaligned.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -159,a severe electrical storm occurred causing loss of all power to the mine. the storm caused an electrical malfunction in the hoist control panel which would not allow the hoist to be operated on generator power. 1 ee was stuck on the hoist car for more than 30 minutes.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -160,msha has determined that an entrapment occurred on 10-7-14 at 5:15pm at the rom coal stockpile involving a cat d10 dozer. dozer operator slid back into the #3 feeder after losing sight of the hole. the front & sides of the cab were clear. constant communication was kept during the extraction & operator was removed from dozer at 9:00pm. there were no injuries during this incident.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -161,"ee was traveling in packhouse elevator when it stopped at 3:24am, ee notified central control at that time. ee exited the packhouse elevator at 5:25am. the cause of this incident was a door lock that was jammed in the closed position. this elevator last had maintenance performed on it on 10-27-20 by thyssen krupp.",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -162,"two outside contractors were using the elevator to access the top of the 314 bucket elevator. at 4:45 pm they were taking the ""silver bullet"" elevator down to get some tools and it stopped between floors. otis repair was called at that time. otis arrived on site at 6:22 pm and the two men were released at approximately 6:45 pm. ",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -163,at 10:16 an employee reported was stuck in the elevator at the cement silos. the elevator car was about 3 to 4 feet above ground. the employee was able to get out at 11:16. the elevator over speed brake locked and stops the elevator from operating. ,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -164,the operator of a mucker was loading a haul truck out of a muck bay at the 6245 level. while backing out of the muck bay the operator had the bucket in the air while fully articulated and on a 2-3% grade. the mucker became unstable and slowly tipped against the rib. the operator was not injured but needed a man basket to exit the mucker.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -165,"4 persons were entrapped due to an electrical fault at sparta elevator, stopping unexpectedly 10' from the top landing. they were entrapped for approximately 30 minutes with no injuries. the mechanics had to reset the power and the elevator continued to the surface. once at the top landing the persons exited the elevator and the door sensors cleaned as a precaution. ",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -166,seven employees were descending down the elevator when a electrical storm was passing through the area. wind shear knocked out the mine and building power and the elevator. power did not come back on until 12:15pm at that time the persons were removed from the elevator. no damage occurred to the elevator and was checked by company maintenance.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -167,"while making an examination of the garden a shaft automatic elevator, an electrical fault occurred at the collar switch that removed the elevator from service entrapping the examiner for 1 hou r and 25 minutes.",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -168,three contract office cleaning personnel contacted the control room operator and told ee the passenger elevator stopped working. the operator notified the shift supervisor. the shift supervisor told the operator to have the contract elevator company respond. they were in the passenger elevator for more than 30 minutes and msha was notified of the event. ,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -169,roof material from above and in front of longwall shields flushed onto face conveyor and walkway blocking egress for eleven persons for about 1 hour and 40 minutes.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -170,an entrapment occurred of 1 person on the miracle run elevator due to the inspection kept was not fully engaged causing a lockout of the elevator. person entrapped for 90 minutes.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -171,elevator broke down with employee inside. employee safely exited the elevator about and hour later. the elevator was taken out of service.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -172,"one miner was trapped on miracle run elevator while riding down to the mine. a normal positioning switch faulted causing the elevator to stop. the miner got off the elevator at 1:54 pm, and schindler elevator services inspected the elevator prior to going back in service. ",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -173,maintenance employee was entrapped in the old finish mill passenger elevator for an hour. employee had a radio and was in good health.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -174,ee was going to the second floor of the packhouse via the passenger elevator when the elevator became stuck just short of the second floor parking zone for the elevator. the employee was able to get himself out of the elevator due to the elevator being stuck just shy of the elevator door. the ee was stuck for one hour. no injuries occurred to the ee,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -175,"miner was operating cat 326 long reach excavator in approx. 1ft to 3ft of water when left front track dipped and slid into aprox 15 - 20ft of water, the miner was able to escape the cab through the drivers door window and get to the surface. msha was notified and came to location same day. no injuries to the miner.",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -176,pleasant grove elevator was down from 12:50 pm to approximately 1:20 pm due to the over travel sensor needing reset. seven miners were aboard the elevator at the time. no one was injured during the incident.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -177,"while traveling on the vertical elevator to the mine bottom, the elevator stopped. the employee remained in the elevator (in excess of 30 minutes) until the part was replaced.",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -178,one miner was trapped for 45 minutes on the sugar run elevator due to the door switch needing adjusted.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -179,the overload was tripped causing the elevator car to stop. the employee did not experience any health or safety issues while trapped in the elevator. ,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -180,ht639 dumped a load of rock for floor repair at shovel 192 in the gold quarry pit. operator of haul truck did not realize that the bed was still in the raised position and drove between the cable trees for sh192 contacting the span of cable in-between the trees. this resulted in the ht operator remaining in the cab for more than 30min as a precaution while the power was isolated.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -181,"one miner was trapped on miracle run elevator while riding up from the mine. a fault tripped the elevator to stop. schindler elevator service reset the elevator, and the miner was off the cage at 5:03 am. ",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -182,"the employee entered the elevator on the first floor, closed the door then gate, and pressed the button to ascend to the second floor. the elevator left the first floor as expected but stopped approximately halfway between floors one and two. the elevator technician identified that the governor switch had tripped, locking the brake on the car cable. ",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -183,an employee got trapped on the portal passenger elevator at approximately 9:44 am. schindler elevator service was called to evaluate the occurrence and correct the problem. the employee was freed and the elevator was returned to service at approximately 2:20 pm. a defective slow down switch approximately 80 ft. from the top landing was found to be the problem.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -184,"the main conveyance in the rodeo shaft had malfunctioned, which caused the hoist to stop. there were 2 people on the conveyance when the hoist stopped. there were no injuries in this incident. it was later identified as a mechanical relay failure. the 2 miners were removed from the main conveyance using the emergency hoist and brought to surface at 05:31.",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -185,material in high wall fell on dozer entrapping operator.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -186,"at 12:30 am the kuhntown elevator stopped about 150' off the bottom. an employee was on the elevator at the time and was trapped from 12:30 to 2:00 am. a contactor was found to be bad and tripped the overload. the contactor was replaced, elevator inspected and put back into service after k-order was lifted.",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -187,"the elevator went down at 1:07am, there were 12 people on the elevator when it went down, the issue was the over travel switch and short circuit in the e-stop. there were no injuries that occurred.",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -188,an employee was riding in the somerset portal elevator from the mine level to the surface. the elevator stopped approximately 100 ft. from the surface landing causing entrapment of the employee. there were no injuries or equipment damaged as a result of this occurrance.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -189,"on 3:15 pm ee called by phone to the control room, a co-worker answered the call, ee stated that he was inside the pe-1 elevator and that the elevator was not moving. co-worker asked if he was hurt in any form or fashion. ee informed him that he was fine. he was advised that the elevator techs were being informed and they would get here as-soon-as possible.",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -190,at approximately 11:20 pm the pre-heat tower elevator with four miners inside stopped between floors 3 & 2. miners were in constant communication with outside personnel. at approximately 2:16 am the elevator repair person arrived on site and the miners were removed at 3:17 am.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -191,at 3:10 am two ee's were trapped on the elevator when in went down due to cold weather.the car safety switch and counter weight buffer were adjusted and the elevator was repaired at 4:54 am. the ee's were able to get off at that time. there were no injuries.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -192,"on june 20, 2002 at 8:35pm, 2 men were trapped in the vertical shaft elevator for approx.75min.when the rope break hydraulic pump leaked oil out of resiviour and set the safety brakes.",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -193,"step 1&2 fines crusher freight elevator lost service - reported at 8:50am. employees exited elevator at 10:51am. entrapped employees: 3 yrs/11wks miner experience, 4 years/19wks miner experience, 3 years/17wks miner experience, - 4 years/6wks miner experience. 496 us steel employees, 21 contractors on site",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -194,in a face where the bore miner was cutting the top caved on to the bore miner. the operator stayed in the miner until the fall was bolted and the operator could remain under bolted to to get out of the miner.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -195,2-man shaft crew inspecting production shaft when conveyance stopped near bottom landing. management elected to investigate cause before attempting to retrieve personnel. resulted in 2-employees isolated on conveyance for over 30-minutes. guiderail was found to be slightly displaced.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -196,"one miner was trapped on the miracle run elevator while riding down to the mine. a rope gripper fault caused the elevator to stop 2' from the bottom. the miner got off the elevator at 2:53 pm, and schindler elevator services inspected the elevator prior to going back in service. ",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -197,elevator stalled between floors.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -198,operator had his bed raised washing material out of got back in truck and failed to lower bed before pulling away and caught the power lines and snapped electric pole. we left operator in machine until power could be terminated.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -199,at approximately 2:55 a.m. an incident occurred involving a dozer operator who inadvertently entered the number 4 feeder located at the raw coal pile. the employee safely exited the dozer uninjured. job skills and miner's proficiency may be a factor.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -200,"operator was working to unbridge #26/27 feeders on r-5 reclaim. he was working the south side of the feeders, pushing toward #24/25 feeders. he was backing up for another push, when he misjudged his location and got too close to the bridged #26/27 feeders. as a result the dozer broke through and fell into the #26/27 feeders.",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -201,#9 portal elevator went down at 5:44 pm when grease built up on the mechanical governor switch and kicked it off. the switch was cleaned and reset. an employee was trapped on the elevator. the elevator was back in service at 6:45 pm,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -202,at approx. 6:05 am on 4/24/2010 i was told that our elevator went down with 1 employee stuck on it. he was able to get off at approx. 8:30am. the problem was a short in a door switch due to a bad trailing cable.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -203,the cameron elevator went down due to the door switch needed adjusted 20 men became entrapped for 45 minutes. door switch on the car while it was on the bottom of the shaft needed realigned not making good contact.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -204,ee was operating a dozer and dozer slipped into a void on the clean coal pile.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -205,during a storm a lightening strike occurred in the vicinity of the enlow fork elevator which caused the power to be knocked on the elevator. this necessitated the rebooting of the elevator com puter. the elevator was down for more than 30 minutes with 2 people on the elevator.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -206,employee was doing daily checks on the #6 elevator when the elevator got stuck. mine management was notified at 9:30 pm. ,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -207,at approx. 6:30 am 11 employees became trapped on the elevator due to extreme cold temperatures affecting the over travel switch. the employees were able to get off at 7:11 am with no injuries.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -208,the elevator stopped after traveling from surface for a distance of 8-10'. 17 people were aboard. ee's were removed at 6:10pm.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -209,employee became stuck in elevator.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -210,this report is being submitted under protest to citation #8051834. on 8/30/13 an alleged entrapment occurred at the mcelroy prep plant when an employee was in a chute with clean coal around the lower half of his body for an undetermined time period. the inspector determined the time to be greater than 30 minutes.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -211,employees trapped in aboveground elevator.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -212,electrical power service to mine site interrupted rendering all electric hoists inoperative. adjoining west mine hoists also affected. u/g miners temporarily unable to exit to surface. personnel moved to refuge areas. power and hoist service restored at 4:55 a.m. no injury or illness reported.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -213,"miner was descending in finish silo personal elevator when car stopped. elevator service call was placed, technician reset governor overspeed switch and miner was out elevator at 1/9/20 3:00am",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -214,"mine elevator became stuck with workers on the elevator; the elevator first stopped at 7:30am, with maintenance personnel working on the elevator, getting it to move a few times. at 8:30am the elevator was deemed stuck and msha was notified.",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -215,"employee was going up in the elevator to third level of production unit to report to employee's control room. while elevator was moving upward, it stopped unexpectedly, trapping employee in elevator.",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -216,preheater elevator stuck between the 4th and 5th floors with employee inside for approx. 45 mins. msha contacted at 30 mins. no injury resulted. elevator closed door contact was misaligned due to door slamming and elevator interlock stopped operation. contact has been realigned.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -217,"man traveling in service elevator to top of ""old silos"" became trapped when elevator stopped between levels note: was originally reported to safety 11/4 and relayed incorrectly to msha one call occurred with preheater tower elevator. elev svc was contacted immediately, came from san antonio and had man out at 21:20. elev was loto. svc co returned 11/5/21 to make repairs.",ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -218,the elevator at the south portal went into alarm and stopped due to a governor rope switch that got out of ailment at the bottom of the shaft. there were three examiners on the elevator at the time the elevator went down. ,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -219,ee was going up the elevator and it stopped in-between floors. the up normal and bottom final contacts were found to be dirty causing the elevator to stop.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -220,4 contractor employees with mineral fabrication were traveling to the 6th floor of the preheat tower when they lost power to the car. the employee immediately called plant control room and murphy elevator techs were notified. the elevator governor breaker was reset and employees exited elevator at 9:52 am. employees were not injured nor were they in any danger at any time. ,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -221,eight miners were stuck on the service elevator due to a dc fault due to the brake liners.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -222,there was an entrapment of two miners on sugar run elevator at approximately 4:19 pm. the mine had lost power into harvey run substation. this was a mon power issue. power was restored and two miner off sr elevator at 5:22 pm. ,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -223,lab tech was in preheater elevator when it stopped between the 4th and 5th floor and wouldn't move. elevator technicians were called out to assist. employee got out of elevator at 5:39 pm. no life threatening injuries resulted from this incident. elevator tech stated the door board and edge sensor needed replacing. the elevator was taken out of service until repairs were made.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -224,the dozer operator on shift was pushing coal to a stockpile reclaim feeder when the dozer became stuck on the slope into the feeder. poor coal pushing practices created the unstable slope.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -225,2 people entrapped on sugar run elevator for 2 hours due to a bad safety switch.,ENTRAPMENT,"Accident type, without injuries" -226,ee was in the process of switching tanks during a batch loading process & had blown out the line to switch tanks & had loosened the ears on a camlock sitting on the hose when the hose blew off due to pressure remaining in the line splashinghot emulsion product on ee's face & into his eyes. ee rec'd 1st degree burn & some eye irritation & was given a prescription for pain by er dr.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -227,hydraulic line failure resulting in ignition causing fire to engine the cab of vehcile. driver suffered 2nd degree burn on both arms.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -228,there were no contributing conditions to this injury. employee's e-cigarette exploded in employee's pocket on its own. ,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -229,ee's were cutting top out of a 55 gallon drum. an explosion took place. the drum was being cut inside of a loader bucket.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,No Value Found -230,"employee and co-worker were walking through the pump room of the 507 a/b when a discharge pipe broke due to freezing. employee got sprayed in the eyes, resulting in expansion water getting in behind his safety glasses. employees eyes were flushed and he was taken to the er for precautionary measures. he was shortly released to full duty and finished out his shift.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -231,"ee was attempting to clear salted up line. he attached hot water to a clean out valve then went to another valve, opening it, to determine where line was plugged. nothing came out so ee steppe d in front of valve to get rod, & plug in line came loose spraying him with hot water & caustic solution.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -232,employee was working on a hydraulic line which was not deenergized; the fitting broke loose cauing the employee's hand to move in a backwards motion into debris resuling in laceration and a fractured knuckle.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck against stationary object -233,"ee was operating left side of bolter, installing a roof bolt, when a hose busted and sprayed hydo oil in face and chest area.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Ingestion of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -234,"he closed the discharge valve on a high pressure water hose and the nozzle blew out the line causing the hose to slide through his hand. as the line slid through his hand, the hose clamp cut h is right hand between his thumb and index fingerthe cut was not too deep, but required stitches.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -235,while ee was installing an inflatable packer for de-gas hole the packer failed and material struck the ee.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -236,rotating tires on a 994 loader. while adding air to the left rear tire it blew out.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -237,employee was using hot condensate hose down sacle from the tail pulley area of 48 ball mill. the hose was equipped with a hose end valve. the employee closed the hose end valve and the hose ruptured spraying the employee's right wrist and right forearm.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -238,employee was filling emulsion tank on #9 powder rig from pump. fitting blew off on ground pump causing emulsion to come out under pressure and got into ee's eyes. employee sought medical attention and was given prescription eye drops.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -239,"while servicing a hydraulic shovel employee noticed low engine coolant, when approaching cap/fill port cap released. coolant sprayed on employee body causing minor thermal burn to face and esophagus. no permanent impairment. ",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -240,#3 boiler explosion altho explosion occured 5/27/01 initial complaints & diagnosis occurred 6/5/01,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,NEC -241,"ee was operating a skid-steer loader, cleaning material spills off of the screening plant floor. a hydraulic hose blew out and sprayed the employee in the eyes. employee rinsed with water and went home, reported irritation on 6/23/2010. ee was wearing contacts at the time of the accident.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -242,"as employee was walking to the track entry, an air line came apart under pressure causing loose material to hit his left hand injuring his ring and middle fingers.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -243,ee was operating loader when a hydraulic hose burst & sprayed c-3 hydro oil inside cab which went in contact w/both eyes of operator.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -244,"a hydraulic line ruptured & sprayed oil on exhaust & into cab of d-9 dozer. the oil ignited from the exhaust & burned the operator on the rt. arm, approx. 2""x 4"" & on the forehead, approx. 1"" x 1"", along with several more minor burns. ee would not go to the dr. the cab door was open at the time of accident.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -245,hydraulic line broke. end struck ee's forearm.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -246,"ee was operating dozer when a rock put a hole in the radiator. ee took his foot to try to turn the radiator cap off to releive pressure. cap blew off covering ee with hot radiator coolant, burning ee's arms, legs & chest area.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -247,while working on an air line that was locked out another air line that was next to it with air flow broke and caused a large amount of air to escape at one time causing an employee to be injured by the released energy.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -248,he stood to the side of the tank and regulator reached his right arm and hand across the front of the regulator and slowly cracked opened the oxygen tank valve. a loud sound like a shotgun blast occurred when the back of the regulator blew apart. pieces of the regulator struck his lower right forearm causing it to bleed.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -249,equipment operator operating cat349 excavator after receiving a high temp alarm attempted to open coolant cap and received 1st and 2nd degree burns to left forearm.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -250,miner stepped on compressed airline while attempting to cut off a water line he had used to clean the windows of his equipment. the compressed air line ruptured spraying debris into the miners face and eyes. miner sustained minor facial lacerations and debris in his eyes.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -251,"a plant mechanic was removing a 3/4"" cap off of an ammonia line to purge the system. he shut off the main valve to the tank but neglected to bleed the pressure off the line before removing the cap. the cap blew off engulfing him in a vapor cloud of ammonia. this resulted in minor burns to his right hand and cheek and inhalation injuries.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -252,"miner was filling the propane tank on ee's forklift from a bulk propane tank. as ee disconnected the filling hose, the pin in either the filling nozzle or the forklift propane tank stuck open allowing propane to escape under pressure. the propane hit the back of the miner's hands and caused freeze burns resulting in skin loss on the back of the right and left hands.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -253,employee was airing up a tire on a 40 ton haul truck when the tire blew. ee was taken to local hospital and received treatment for two fractures on the neck and two on the back and one on ee's knuckle. ,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -254,"greasing equipment, grease hose blew out causing a small puncture wound in right index finger.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -255,"ee encountered heating problems with his dozer. as he knelt on the right side of the door track,the return hose on the radiation burst, sprayinghim on the neck, chest, arms, hands, and lower back. he was transported to the hospital where it was determined that he had received second & third degree burns to 20% of his body.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -256,"employee was driving fuel truck, traveling to johnson hollow pit. employee stated that the inside tire of the rear right axle blew out. he stopped the truck to look at rear wheel tires & discovered a rock wedged between the tires. he then reached over into the wheel well to remove the rock when the outside tire blew out striking his right hand.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -257,"ee was making a preshift exam when he saw a water valve leaking water. he started to tighten thevalve up to stop the leak. the valve blew out and hit him in the chin & neck & shoulder, knockin g him backwards & hit his head against the ground.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -258,greasing equipment when hose busted injecting fluid into middle of left hand.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -259,"employee was on the 5th floor of the pre-heater tower conducting a visual walk around inspection when hot gases and hot material escaped unexpectedly near the tipping valve of the 4b vessel. employee sustained burns to his head (nose, eyes, left ear, face and forehead), neck, forearms and left elbow. ",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -260,"an electrician was working when a grease line pressurized by an air pump blew striking the hand and covering employee in grease. the employee was evaluated and released. on 2/8/2018, the employee returned to work from scheduled days off. on 2/11/2018, the employee's duties were modified to accommodate the continued pain in the hand.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -261,the injured was struck by an unknown object. an investigation is still on-going. the causes are unknown.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -262,employee was washing down with hot water when the hose ruptured causing a burn.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -263,a recognition of achievement cookout was being conducted using a trailer grill. a spare unused propane bottle in the closed position was placed in close proximity to the grill area. the employees were eating when unexpectedly the unused propane bottle exploded causing burn injuries. ,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Flash burns (welding) -264,tire technician was inflating a multi piece truck wheel inside the safety cage when he reached to check the pressure and tire blew. the air chuck struck him in his right hand causing him to need three stitches.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -265,employee was pumping from a acid pond when a hose broke spraying solution on to his back. some solution managed to get into his eyes and medical treatment was sought. he was given a prescription for his eyes.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -266,employee bent over a 5 gal cleaning bucket containing a paint spraying gun to back off the pressure knob. another employee turned the airless sprayer from spray to prime. the primer hose ruptured causing xylene to spray in his face and eyes.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -267,"employee hooked up air hose to cement silo cone and turned on air. as he was inserting safety clip into coupling, he heard air leak. as he was adjusting the coupling, it came apart, striking him in the mouth.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -268,employee stated ee was getting ready to lift a piece of sheet metal when the end of an aqua water line busted and the water struck ee causing ee to fall backwards landing on a i beam. employee injured ee's back during the fall and was diagnosed with a fractured vertebrae. employee was taken off work.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -269,ee was using high pressure fire hose to clean up around crusher. the hose split at point of attachment to nozzle & sent spray into his face causing his to drop hose. the hose began whipping at ground level & struck the man on the back of his calf & ankle.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -270,employee had just moved water hose & was turningthe water back on when the hose blew apart & struck him across the knees.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -271,"dewatering well pvc pipe, coupling failed. holding the cable that lets pipe into well, he had cable in hands and when coupling failed jerked & injured right shoulder.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Over-exertion NEC -272,employee was roof bolting when hydraulic hose blew out and he turned to keep it out of his face and pulled something in left shoulder.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Over-exertion NEC -273,"ee was attempting to uncouple a victaulic coupling from a 4"" bull hose that was connected to a compressor. the hose was under pressure and when the ee loosened the victaulic coupling the hose broke free and struck ee in the leg. ",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -274,ie had turned the water booster pump on and noticed a leak. when ie went to check to see water was leaking the cap on the water filter came off striking the ie. ie continued to work before deciding ie needed to be checked out.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -275,ee had just completed putting hydraulic oil in miner and was placing hose back onto fitting when he inadvertently shut miner off permitting hose to blow off thus spraying hydraulic oil into face and eyes.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -276,"the boat loader was in the south dock final screening station washing spillage on the first floor with a high pressure water hose. as he shut the water hose valve off, the hose near the valve ruptured making it impossible to control the water or to hold onto the hose. the hose struck his feet causing him to fall into a steel support horse.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Fall onto or against objects -277,"employee was to switch 5"" hose from 600 to 900. he loosened ears or locking device on hose. hose had some back pressure on it causing him to lose his grip on hose. he got off balance and fell to the floor and hose end fell on his right foot/ankle and leg.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by falling object -278,ee and coworker were changing right rear tire on service truck. tire was mounted and ee was checking the gauge when the sidewall exploded knocking him to the ground.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -279,"ee was working on a pm4 control for the longwallshield when a high pressure shield to shield hose blew, the whipping action of the hose hit him on the side of his rt. knee.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -280,"while installing a new bearing in the screen house, ee bent over to pull a socket free from a bolt. something hit a can of zep spray and punctured the can. some of the spray hit ee in the face and eyes. he was wearing safety glasses at the time.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -281,employee on 001 section bolting top. let boom down and let off rotation. hydraulic ruptured and hyd fluid got into corner of left eye.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -282,air hose blew off the end coupling and then struck the mechanic on the right cheek. the mechanic required stitches to close the wound.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -283,"employees were grouting 30' cable bolts, pumping grout to the top of the holes using 7/8 x 3/4 poly tube and grout pump. section of tube outside of bolt hole failed (ruptured) causing grout to spray into injured employee's eyes. he was wearing safety glasses at the time.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -284,"employee was servicing road grader. pressurized grease hose burst injecting grease into right index finger and right index palm ares. first aid on site, er exam then surgery to remove grease from wound area.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -285,"truck had a blow out tire on inside wheel. driver dumped load short started back down hill to get spare truck. stopped to get out and check tire, while in front it blew off spoke striking driver.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -286,ee was struck in the leg and knocked to the ground when a pressurized plastic tailings line blew apart.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -287,employee's were cutting the top out of a 55 gal.drum. an explosion took place. the drum was being cut inside of a loader bucket.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck against stationary object -288,"during drilling unit #38 air compressor began to run hot so operator shut the unit down to cool. while unit was shut down, the operator attempted to loosen the radiator cap to release pressure into the overflow tank. while loosening the cap, the pressure in the tank was able to push out past the cap splashing the operator on the left forearm and on the shirt around ee's midsection.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -289,"driller was burned by a busted hyd hose when it shot fluid up onto the engine turbo burning his right check, right ear and top of his nose",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -290,"13c section operating rib bolter, when a small hydraulic hose blew out oil, as he was trying to get out of the way, his feet caught in a rut and he lost balance and fell backward striking his head against the rib.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Fall onto or against objects -291,"employee had released a stone that was wedged between dual tires on a dump truck with a sledge hammer. after the stone was released and the hammer was on the ground the tire blew up. the tire did not hit employee, but because the tire was around sand and stone, when the tire blew, sand and small stones flew in the air and hit the employee in the chest, arms and eyes.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -292,operating bag machine. a bag ruptured spraying hot magnetite into left eye.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -293,working on qj340 jaw adjusting pressures with the webteck. the webteck blew a valve hitting employee's right hand and index finger.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -294,a recognition of achievement cookout was being conducted using a trailer grill. a spare unused propane bottle in the closed position was placed in close proximity to the grill area. the employees were eating when unexpectedly the unused propane bottle exploded causing burn injuries.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Flash burns (welding) -295,employee was moving impact rollers on the conveyer at the jaw. he cut loose the bolts on his side. he turned off the torch and handed it to other employee. acetylene line burst shooting flames from the torch under his glove. it burnt the topof his left hand and thumb.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -296,"while accompanied by experienced miner, the injured employee was shutting off the water control valve to shutdown the hydrator process. a pipe thread failure on the 3 way valve released lime slurry onto upper body and face.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -297,"ee was walking on the catwalk of highwall miner, when the front seal blew out on the fluid coupling below, causing flash burns to exposed skin of arms and face. resulting in first and second degree burns.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -298,a fully trained miner was working on a longwall shield when a hose blew and the miner got fluid in eye. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -299,#3 boiler explosion. altho' explosion occured 5/27/01 initial complaints & diagnosis occurred 6/4/01,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Unclassified, insufficient data" -300,ee was airing up a tire on his truck. the tire blew out knocking him face down ont he ground. he had lacerations to his forehead and a strained neck.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -301,a fully trained miner was changing hydraulic lines on a breast drill when the pressure from the hose caused it to swing and hit ee in the face. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -302,ee was washing down conveyor and the end of the water hose separated from nozzle striking ee's right hand by their thumb.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -303,"the employee stated while conducting a preshift operation, the employee was over the battery compartment when the battery exploded and propelled the battery compartment door towards the employee's left knee and left hand. this caused a fracture to ee's left thumb. ",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -304,"ee was attempting to remove a rock from between 2 rear tires when the insode tire blew open. the ee received a fractured r. wrist, fractured index finer on r. hand., a laceration to his r. thumb (requiring 7 stitches) and a small cut to his forehead, ee was taken to er and realeased around 2200 that night.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE, -305,individual was done using the heated pressure washer and was wrapping up the hose. at this time the connection between the pressure washer and hose failed. this resulted in individual being splashed with hot water causing a minor burn to groin area. ,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -306,"ee was washing the rom tunnel with hot water to get frozen debris off of floor. when setting hose down the hose ruptured and scalded the right arm, resulting in a minor second degree burn.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -307,"the employee was moving a tote of chemical with a forklift, but failed to disconnect the hose from the system. the employee got off the forklift and walked in front of the tote to try and close the valve and came into contact with the chemical during this process. ",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -308,water discharge hose separated and struck employee.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -309,"two mechanics were repairing a hydraulic cylinder. this cylinder looked different and the mechanics looked it up on the internet, but could not find any information. as they were taking the cap off the cylinder, as the cap reached the end, the cap blew off hitting both mechanics in the lower legs. ",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -310,"removing coupling from water line, struck by a line.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -311,"a certified electrician was load testing a 6 volt battery on a 3-wheeler with a volt meter when a cap blew off from the center cell, exposing the electrician to liquid from the battery, toward their face and eyes. ",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -312,rock between tandem tires. ee loosened the lug nuts to let the rock fall out from between the tires. he tapped on the wheel wedges to loosen them then he proceeded to remove the nuts and wedges. he was removing the last nut and wedge with impact wrench.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -313,"employee was taking a coupling off a 6'' water line. the water line had been shut off outby, but the pressure wasn't bled off. when ee took the bolts out of the coupling, the stored pressure blew water in ee's face and eyes.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -314,employee was testing for a leak on a crane hydraulic pump motor and a seal blew out cutting the employees finger with hydraulic fluid. employee was treated and released to full duty. finger became infected 2 months later.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -315,the worker was disassembling a break can from a 10 wheel dump truck. the safety mechanism slipped and the can exploded in his face.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -316,the employee was washing down the primary concrete pad when the nozzle of the hose blew apart. the hand still holding the hose sent employee's hand to strike an i-beam.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck against stationary object -317,"the employee was helping dislodge an obstruction in the discharge line of a dewatering pump. when the blockage broke free the sudden pressure release caused the end of the line ee was holding, to whip back, striking ee in the face.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -318,"on june 22, employees reported hearing a loud thunder-like noise. an immediate investigation was initiated to determine the source of the unexplained noise. personnel discovered that 3 gaskets were blown out on the oxygen enrichment channel. deformation on the pipe and flanges was observed. there were no employees working in the area, no injuries sustained.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Accident type, without injuries" -319,rotating tires on a 994 loader. while adding air to the left rear tire it blew out.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -320,teammate was unplugging a water treatment pump and built up pressure caused it to release mud unexpectedly with a lot of pressure and it hit ee full force in the face causing corneal abrasion in both eyes.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by flying object -321,ee was operating a drill when a hydraulic hose broke and sprayed fluid into his eyes.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -322,"ee was attempting to change a conveyor torque shaft on the joy continuous miner, when the shafts cap was loosened. the cap blew out spraying ee on the hands and the right side of face with hydraulic oil. ee received 1st & 2nd degree burns to the top side of both hands and right side of the face.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -323,employee was transferring fuel when there was a failure of a pump causing a fire.,EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Contact with hot objects or substances -324,"employee was using a water hose to clean a belt transfer area. a hole ruptured in the hose. employee dropped the hose and it began to whip around under pressure. while trying to avoid the whipping hose and shut the water off, employee was struck and fell and twisted knee. no rules or regulations were violated and employee has training and experience.",EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE,Struck by... NEC -325,"victim was inside a truck, dumping spoil, when an explosive shot was fired in the quarry pit. a piece of fly rock traveled over the highwall and about 1200 ' striking the ee, causing a laceration requiring sutures.",EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,Struck by flying object -326,"the investigation is not complete, but as of now it appears a miner was fatally injured when material that traveled through a borehole struck him after a blast was initiated. the victim was on the 1290 level ramp waiting for a blast to be initiated. the concussion from the explosion traveled through a 3-inch borehole, blowing small rock and debris onto the victim.",EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,Struck by flying object -327,"a quarry employee was attempting to clear a plugged feeder using a controlled and planned detonation placed inside the hopper; although ee placed themselves in a protected location, a metal piece ricocheted off the tunnel wall, striking them in the lower right leg, causing a bone fracture. ",EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,Struck by flying object -328,lightning strike on surface initiated underground face rounds. no injuries or damage. mine was utilizing electric intiatition system for nonel face rounds. potential pathway for lightning to induce current in blasting system was determined.,EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,"Accident type, without injuries" -329,employee suffered a hearing loss due to a blast.not sure if permanent or not.,EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,NEC -330,employee was helping load a shot in the face of the supply track slope and was struck by a piece of rock which rashed off the back between the face and last row of bolts.,EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,Struck by flying object -331,mine blast smoke had not ventilated the mine due to power outages. miners were possibly exposed to mine gases from blast smoke.,EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,"Accident type, without injuries" -332,blasting at limestone county. fly rock hit power lines causing them to fray. austin powder(blasting co.) took responsibility. explosive used was too high powered for where the shot was.,EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,"Accident type, without injuries" -333,dangerous horseplay - 2 employees filled a ziplock bag with o2-acetylene mixture and placed it in the door of a break room where 3 employees were. rags were set on fire & used to ignite the ba g. it caused an explosion. one employee was sent for medical treatment.,EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS, -334,"an blasting employee stated that when he initiated a blast from a distance of 125 feet away, a piece of rock hit him in the upper left chest causing a rib fracture and contusion to his chest. employee finished the workday, but went for medical treatment the next day 04/25/2014.",EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,Struck by flying object -335,"ee was standing behind another powderman who had tied in a misfired non-electric blasting cap to a spool of cordex e-cord. the other ee began backing away from the face, unspooling the e-cord. the other ee then shook the e-cord and the cap detonated.",EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,Struck by concussion -336,"front end loader operator was removing rock from the face. he noticed a large rock in the floor of the room. the operator checked the rock for any evidence of detonation cord and upon observing none, proceeded to use the bucket of the front end loader to ?flip? the rock over. when the operator ?flipped? the rock, he noticed an explosion.",EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,"Accident type, without injuries" -337,at approx 4 pm a drill operator found a misfire in u27 d tunnel face. the drill operator attempted to use an inappropriate technique and utilize the face drill steel to clear the misfire. this action caused the misfired cap to unintentionally detonate. there was no injury and minimal property damage. the drill operator's actions did not follow approved misfire protocol. ,EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,"Accident type, without injuries" -338,"plant was shut down and employee was working on it. a shot was put off and a stray rock bounced under the impact crusher and hit him in the left ankle, bruising it.",EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,Struck by flying object -339,a unplanned detonation occurred at the bottom of the pit. a caterpiller d-11 dozer company number b-12 was doing clean up in this area when this occurred. msha hotline number was called immediately. there were no injuries in this explosion and no equipment damage.,EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,"Accident type, without injuries" -340,"an accident occurred when a shot of 37 holes was detonated in the pit. the employee was properly contained inside a steel blast shelter at the time of the detonation. however, the blast shelter was improperly placed and rolled on its side following the detonation. the employee suffered 3 broken ribs, a collapsed lung, and a broken bone in his neck and on his left ear.",EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,Struck against a moving object -341,pc1800 was digging on a hard place in the pit. the bucket came in contact with an unfired booster and set it off. the bucket was on top of the primer. no damage just a few rocks sprayed in the immediate area. also a loud bang.,EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,"Accident type, without injuries" -342,a shovel operator discovered an emulsion column in a dig face. he backed the shovel out of the face and called his supervisor re: the powder column. he was cleaning the dig face floor with the shovel bucket when a booster detonated. minor damage occurred to the shovel. msha was notified 9 minutes after determining the incident was reportable,EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,"Accident type, without injuries" -343,the left break of #7 entry shot thru into the #6 entry. ee pulled buggy into the #6 entry adn the break shot thru on him.,EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,Struck by flying object -344,employee was working inside a cooler at the lime operation. lime from overhead got into his eye (employee was wearing hard hat and safety glasses). after flushing the eye he was taken to eye dr who prescribed prescription antibiotic.,EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -345,"a possible unplanned ignition of explosives was reported due to smoke observed. called in immediately per regulations. futher investigation revealed smoke observed however no evidence of an explosion was found(noise,disturbed material). our opinion: the shovel uncovered unignited ammonium nitrate that was burning in a hole that could not be observed until it was uncovered.",EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS,"Accident type, without injuries" -346,premature detonation of explosives - still under investigation. one employee - cut & bruises - released from hosp day of accident. one employee - head injury - critical stable.,EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS, -347,"after pulling a truck out of the mud, they got in the pick up truck to drive it down the road and were told that the truck was on fire. they were unable to put the fire out. cause of the fire is believed to be a fuel leak.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -348,on 9/18/2019 a fire was discovered at the clean coal bin. this was an off shift and no employees were on property. mingo 1 plant only operates on the day shift. there was a security guard on site at the time the fire was discovered. fire department was called and the fire was extinguished. no persons were injured.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -349,employee heard a loud noise near kiln 4. the foreman investigated and found the top of the #4 raymond mill had blown off,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -350,a methane ignition occurred at the face of 5 right crosscut approx. 90 ft to the right of survey station number 2931 on the 001 unit. there were no injuries or property damage as a result of the ignition and the flame was self extinguished.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -351,customer pu had just left the scale house with a load of rock & headed out the north gate. about 100 yards from the gate the customer noticed smoke coming out from under the engine compartment. customer stopped & saw fire under the hood. customer called fire department. no injuries just property damage. customer left scale house 12:36pm & fire was extinguished around 1pm. ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -352,the fire detection system alerted that a fire was detected in the burner building coal fines storage bin area. the shift supervisor and some crew members went to the area to determine if there was an actual fire. the supervisor determined that it was not safe to fight the fire and evacuated the area. the supervisor requested that the fire department is called. ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -353,"while mining a current hole, the coal quality turned bad and auger engine sped up. to determine if they had possibly intersected the previous hole or gotten inot the roof or floor, they had to open the previous hole to see and listen. this hole had been corked by a bulldozer while cleaning up. when opened, accumulated gas ignited on the auger's inert gas burner & burned < 60 sec.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -354,"a grass fire was reported at approx. 4:49 pm. mine employees began fighting the fire and requested help from craig. no buildings, equipment or personnel were in the path of the fire. the fire was extinguished without injury. emc sargent of the moco sheriff department determined that the fire was due to a bird contacting a powerline. ",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -355,a fuel truck pulled up to the fuel tanks. when the driver got out he noticed smoke & fire coming out from behind cab. called for help. fire dept arrived about 15 minutes later & extinguished the fire. no one was injured. there was only about 150 gal of fuel in the tank at the time of the fire.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -356,ignition - occurred while employee was cutting the end of a screw type roof jack to make it short enough to use on top of the new header that was being installed on e8 main belt for 8 section. the flame was blue in color and burned 2 to 3 seconds and was extinguished with a hand full of rock dust.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -357,it is believed that a methane ignition has occurred on the c-3 longwall face in the area of shield no. 36. at the time of the incident the shearer was cutting from the tail toward the headgate . no methane was found in the area upon investigation of the incident.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -358,maintenance men were welding a patch on graltionator elevator and sparks got inside elevator igniting rubber belt & buckets. fire was extinguished within 30 minutes. there were no injuries. still assessing damage as of 2/16/12.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -359,an ignition occurred in the face of the 6 south #1 entry approx 270' inby the #12 crosscut. the 14cm cimer was mining when the chy ignition occurred. no injuries.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -360,"at some time around 11:45 am - smoke was seen on our berm surrounding the property. the fire department was notified, the local msha field office was called as well as the 1-800-immediatly reporting line shortly when we realized the fire would not be extinguished within 30 minutes.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -361,"ee was lighting the natural gas pilot with a 16 ft extendable aluminum pole from outside the man-door to the kiln, which was common practice. injured employee was standing behind him when the pilot was lit. the ignition of the pilot & subsequent backdraft was larger that normal. ee turned away from the kiln and contacted the other employee, knocking them both down.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Fall to the walkway or working surface -362,the plant was shut down @ 4 am for holiday weekend. an ee returned about 10:30 am to use warehouse to work on his vehicle & smelled smoke. he traced the smoldering lignite to the dust collecto r & watered down the hot spot & the floor beneath it. various communications were made & the fire dept hosed down the collector from 1:30-2:00 pm. cause of fire has not been determined. msha,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -363,an unknown incident occurred inside the kiln during preheating. a rapid expansion of air that caused a couple explosion panels to pop off. no injuries or any significant property damage as a result. ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -364,"truck owned ljf inc.enroute for load of coal-bonita job. truck shut off going up grade, coasted truck backward to side road. driver saw electrical smoke coming between front of battery box & rear of front tire. wires started flaming, put out with fire extinquisher, flames kept erupting, fire out of control. loader operator got water in his bucket dumped on fire until out.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -365,"l2 pre heater tower tertiary cyclone flushed with hot clinker material into the clinker pit. this caused the grease on the deep bucket elevator chain to catch fire. the fire traveled up the belt conveyor outside of the pit, where flames were seen, and emergency services were called. the fire was extinguished by the local fire department within 34 minutes. no injuries occurred. ",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -366,a fire started in the right rear compartment of the engine area. the source is oil and heat but which hose and what type of oil is unclear at this time. the fire spread from rear of truck to the deck and cab.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -367,"a diesel bobcat skid-steer was discovered on fire at cross cut 14, entry 2 of hg-6. the fire burned approx. 30 minutes and was extinguished with fire extinguishers and rock dust. once water was established, it was applied to cool the bobcat down and to wet the mine floor. all miners, other than those assisting with firefighting, were ordered to evacuate the mine by management.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -368,"employee, member of 002 section crew, was evacuating the mine. he became separated from his crew and did not survive mine fire.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -369,"ignition, instantaneous flash while cutting coal.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -370,a contained fire started on an overcast. was extinguished with handheld fire extinguishers at 1:52pm.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -371,"ignition - occurred as the headgate drive was raised about 7"" above the foot wall when a methane/frictional ignition occurred under the panline at headgate drive from the longwall face chain and was extinguished with water.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -372,hdpe line caught fire while electrofusing.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -373,co sensor at 50 ton coal bin quit working and unknown to the operator. the operator ran the coal bin empty in order to perform repairs at the drive sprocket for the screw. there was no ventilation in the system and the agitator was not running causing material accumulation at the bottom of the bin. co monitor failed giving a false reading pre and post explosion. no injuries.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -374,ee had started a fire on site and threw gasoline which was watered down on it. a flash back occurred on his face and hand.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -375,an ignition on the face of the longwall panel in 13 butt west #44 panel occurred at approx. 1:05 am. the ignition happened while mining was in progress from the headgate to the tailgate at 126 shield. a joy 7ls shearer was being used. the flame lasted between eight and ten seconds and was extinguished by water from the tail drum sprays. no injuries.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -376,based on the information received from those present it appears the alledged ignition occurred when the sparks from the cutting machine (shear) ignited an unknown methane bleeder while cutting hard rock and coal in adverse geological condition.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -377,"at 6:31 am an explosion occurred behind the old 2 left mains seals resulting in the death of this employee. msha, state and company have initiated investigation, but results not yet available.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -378,"local volunteer fire department responded for coal silo fire. one of the fire department personnel was on top of silo working to extinguish fire. another person removed a tube from dust collector so more water could be run into silo. tube was removed, smoke and fumes engulfed the individual. personnel had breathing apparatus, but was not being worn. fire damage to silo.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -379,the rolls where adjusted to far out and the chute had become plugged. there was no external or internal damage. to correct the problem the rolls where adjusted and the chute will be monitored to insure the chute does not plug after the rolls are adjusted.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -380,fuel line become loose on coal loader. causing loader to flash fire operator extingushed fire. he said he looked to see if the fire was out when it flashed fire. causing slight burns to hands and arm below elbow.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -381,employee was loading rock trucks and as far as we can tell a hyd. line broke and shot oil over onto the turbo. a fire started which could not be put out in the 30 minute span.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -382,"an ignition occurred at #59-#60 shield, f-12 longwall face. the ignition lasted approximately 15 to 20 seconds and was extinguished by water hoses from the shields. there was no damage to equipment and there were no injuries.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -383,"after parking the equipment for the evening, (no night shift at this mine) the security guard called and said one of the dozers was on fire. this was approximately 1 1/2 hours after the shift was completed.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -384,smoke was observed coming from the northeast side of the raw coal pile located near the prairie eagle east portal. actions were taken to treat and remove the affected material.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -385,"gas ignition, conditions contributing unknown.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -386,the transformer in a belt power center became grounded and caught fire.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -387,coal was smoldering and was spotted at 8:42 am. steps were taken to extinguish the smoldering coal. the coal fire was extinguished at approximately 9:40 am.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -388,smoke was observed coming from the raw coal pile located near the prairie eagle east portal. actions were taken to treat and remove the affected material.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -389,a grass fire started on the west side of the haul road in area-c. the fire burned 15 minutes on permitted mine property. fire was contained and extinguished using mine equipment and local fire departments. fire was reported to msha prior to learning it burned only 15 minutes on mine permit. all personnel were accounted for and uninjured. unknown how the fire started,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -390,a haul truck that had been parked approximately four hours caught on fire. no employee was on the truck at the time. this 7000-1 is submitted only as a procedural courtesy related to citation 6235142 and is not an admission of an underlying mine fire defined in 30 crf part 50.2. the data is unclear on the length of the truck fire in question,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -391,"small brush fire was observed. at the time it was observed and called in, it was unknown if the fire was on mine property. within a few hours it was determined the fire was not on mine property. cause is still unknown. was put out by approximately 4:10pm on 5/9/14.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -392,"employee was operating 740b caterpillar truck. the truck engine started to regening, so the operator went to lunch in the building, when he came back from lunch the truck engine was on fire. the fire burnt engine and cab on truck. it took about 25 minutes to put out the fire on the truck. there was no injury to any person.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -393,"at approximately 2:10 pm, a fire was discovered on a polaris emu that was located at the coal fork elevator bottom area that was not extinguished within 5 minutes. ",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -394,"an ignition event behind the 4 north seals, that resulted from carbon monoxide being emitted into the return air course.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -395,hot lime left the lime cooler onto the take-away belt and the heat from the lime started a fire on the belt at the head pulley area. the fire dept responded in approx 20 minutes and controlled the fire. damage limited to the cooler belt.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -396,on 2/25/2019 the equipment operator of a cat d10r dozer saw a puff of smoke from under the dozer. the equipment operator stopped and dismounted the machine. the machine caught on fire. no injuries or fatalities. msha was notified of the fire on this equipment. ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -397,a fire was discovered near the turlington pump yard. the fire began off mine property on a nearby county road and traveled onto the mine site. the fire lasted approximately 33 minutes. the source of ignition is unknown.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -398,a propane tank was being bled off with the gas being burned. a fire was reported because of poor communication. the flame gas was not toxic. it was 200'from the fresh air intake. the mine was evacuated as a precautionary measure.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -399,maintenance mechanic was using improvised propane burner as a heater and burned his buttocks area. employee treated at local er and released to modified duty for shifts.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -400,"while performing troubleshooting procedures on fluid bed dryer, organo dust suspended in the filter sock, dislodged, causing a dust cloud of proper concentration to sustain fire. the dust clou d was ignited when it traveled into the combustion chamber and came in contact with smoldering organo clay that had been heated by combustion burner flame.a valve between the chamber and drye",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -401,i called msha as soon as i found out there was a fire that lasted for more than 30 min. msha did send a rep out to survey the incident. i just found out that i had to report this on a 7000-1.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -402,"while refueling an air track drill, a spark ignited some diesel fuel. flames caught ee's left hand.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -403,excavator owned by wv dept. of highways caught on fire at the end of their shift that was located on our property. it was finally extinguished without injury. msha hot line was contacted. the excavator was a total loss. an investigation by msha was conducted on 2-21-19.,FIRE/EXPLOSION, -404,unplanned ignition within the kiln. this was immediately reported to msha at 0345 on 10/23/14. msha mine inspector was dispatched.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -405,"around 10am it was reported that there was ""smoking"" coal at the bottom of coal silo. hot enough to be melting feeder belt. we immediatelystarted putting water on at the top of the silo and at the bottom. we opened the emergency dump chute and emptied approx. 400 tons of coal onto the ground. only damage was to feeder belt. no injuries.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -406,a coal smoker was observed and was not extinguished within 30 minutes.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -407,fire in excavation.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -408,there was a non injury coal dust ignition on 7/13/2011 at approximately 10:40 on the left hand side of the cutter head on the miner located in the #1 face area 17th west. the miner was grading bottom approximately 12 feet out-by the face. the flames were extinguished in approximately 3 minutes.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -409,"fire was observed in the reclaim belt tunnel in the vicinity of no. 3 feeder, which is located under the stacking tube. the coal and belt fire was extinguished with water, the concrete stacking tube and surrounding area was inspected and no structural damage was identified. the fire was deemed extinguished by approximately 1:30 pm.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -410,employee was on jaw crusher platform doing regular cleaning when he felt his left pant leg get hot. he noticed that his pant leg caught fire from the space heater being used on the platform causing a palm sized 2nd degree burn on his lower left leg.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -411,employees noticed smoke coming out of the cooler tower. they called on the radio to alert coworkers of the fire. multiple employees brought fire extinguishers to the cooling tower area. employees tried to extinguish the fire with several fire extinguishers. while fighting the fire employees were exposed to smoke inhalation. they were given prescription inhalers. ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -412,a fire occurred on a drill operated by austin powder appalachia while drilling at the sumter mine.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -413,"the hitachi excavator (ex1100) operator observed a fire in the engine compartment. the operator climbed out of the vehicle, maintaining a safe distance from the fire. a 9-1-1 call was made and msha was notified by phone. the county and city fire engines arrived and extinguished the fire within approximately fifty minutes from when it started.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -414,employee was in the process of soldering a ground wire in a heater. he did not notice that his right pants leg was too close to a fuel oil space heater and his right pants leg caught on fire. this resulted in second degree burns on his right calf and slight burns to both hands.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -415,miner operator stated that he thought he saw a yellow flame over the ripper on the 12-12 miner.he was cutting the top which was sandstone.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -416,the inlet duct of the coal mill had smoldering material that was ignited from a combination of a blaster firing air into the system and coal dust being present in the system. the blaster forced air into the coal and heat causing an explosion. it has also been discovered a fast acting damper which should have closed automatically did not. ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -417,had finished welding and leaned up against equipment he had just finished welding. caught jacket on fire. 2nd & 3rd degree burns to his back.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Flash burns (welding) -418,a school bus that we use for a mantrip caught fire under the hood and burnt no one was injured or hurt ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -419,a suspected methane ignition occurred in the #6 entry face on the 2 left off north main section. the miner operator described seeing a orange flash as he was attempting to cut cap coal from the roof.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -420,"employee was heating metal with a propane torch at primary #1 hopper. the flame went out and ee went to relight the torch. the gas built up and exploded causing burns to face, hands and chest. ee's clothing was on fire, ee laid and rolled on the ground to extinguish fire. employee was taken to er for medical treatment.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -421,992 g loader was loading spoil. operator saw a fire in the engine compartment and dismounted the loader ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -422,one man was sorting thru a scrap metal pile and unknowingly punctured a hole in an aerosol can containing highly flammable ingredients. the other man lit the torch which ignited the fumes which caused the explosion.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -423,"employee was attempting to light the propane heaters, when a relief valve popped and was releasing propane. he started to leave the area when the pilot light came on and ignited the propane. this caused a sudden flash of fire, singeing the employee's hair and face, causing 1st and some 2nd degree burns on his face.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -424,dust collector duct to crusher dump pocket caught on fire during dust collector demolition,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -425,ignition: an employee was welding a bar to the rockdust pipe that was hanging down from the mine roof. he had been welding approximately 45 minutes and stopped to eat lunch. another employee then burned a hole into the pipe and an ignition occurred from a methane bleeder around the pipe. the flame burned 10 to 15 seconds and was put out with 1 fire extinguisher.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -426,as the eimco cont miner was cutting bottom in the #3 place an ignition occurred that lasted approx 3-5 seconds. it flared up and went out by itself. no injuries or property damage was incurred .,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -427,"a surface belt fire occurred october 12, 2006 involving a conveyor belt located on the coal creek prep plant refuse area. the fire was discovered at approximately 6:15 am when the dozer operator entered his work area. the number 8 refuse belt sustained 220' of damage and the number 7 refuse belt sustained 410' of damage. the cause of the fire is unknown at this time.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -428,employee was assisting a coworker installing an inspection door on a cooler fan. coworker was using a cutting torch to cut out door opening. injured ee was holding the steel housing and the employee repositioned his hold and came in contact with the flame of the torch. the back of his gloved right hand caught on fire cauing a burn on the top of his hand.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -429,"the face in the 1400' level was shot at 6:00 am. when the preshift crew went underground to check the faces, they found methane gas discharging from some of the blasted holes. the methane was on fire generating small flames from approx 10 of the face holes.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -430,"an explosion occurred underground in the area of crosscut 24-25, entry #1, near the underground compressor. the explosion was believed to have been caused by a low voltage signal coming from the power company causing the main mine fan to go off, but not the power to the underground areas of the mine. no one was on the mine property when the explosion occurred.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -431,"the employee was cutting a bolt out of a bearing housing using a 10 foot long burning bar. as he withdrew the bar, flame blew out of the hole and burned his arms and face.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -432,"two maintenance employees and a designated fire watch were tasked with patch welding holes on the rougher tail discharge box a&b. after realizing the hole was larger than anticipated, they left the area to get a larger patch for the hole. they proceeded to weld a small portion of the hole located on a rubber lined pipe and it caught fire.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -433,the central control room operator made an error in putting hot clinker on the conveyor belt rather than sending the clinker directly to the clinker storage hall. the belting on the conveyor wa s not a high temperature material and not suited for the application.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -434,while welding a 2 section belt header 125 outby spad 12755. had bleeder burned about 5 seconds. put water on it.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -435,"scrap contractor was cutting scrap at mine upper laydown area during normal day shift hours. dry vegetation, scrap wood and the ends of stockpiled power poles were ignited and reported after the end of the shift by a coalvew contractor employee working on pond 3c fine coal recovery operations. ",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -436,cause unknown. ee started up the street sweeper.appeared low on gas. went to look for a gas can.could not find a clean one. put key to sweeper in the foreman's locker. ee went home.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -437,"#1fan on #2cooler tripped,while resetting,a process upset condition occurred allowing hot clinker to exit the cooler.this hot clinker exceeded its temp rating. this created a chain reaction where #1clinker belt,then #2clinker belt caught fire.when #2clinker failed, it fell onto the incline fuel transfer belt,igniting it,which by a chain reaction ignited the fuel shuttle belt.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -438,"fire started while truck (coal train) was fully loaded going to the hopper. truck was traveling up hill at approx. 6 mph. operator called in a code, stopped truck and shut it down; fire suppression set off. operator left cab. truck is estimated to be a total loss at this time.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -439,"early in the shif, ee had poured 2 oz. of solvent into 4 exhaust ports for the purpose of determining if the valves were bent on the water truck which was located in the east bay of the repair shop at columbia mine. approx. 1530 he was sitting on the rt. front fend of the truck replacing the cylinder head. he asked coworker to start the truck. when started flames hot from the exhau",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Fall from machine -440,sc511 screensizer chute plugged with hot material which emanates gases that combust when exposed to air. flames escape through doors located on the top of the screensizer. no damage to equipment or personnel. equipment is designed to withstand this condition.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -441,a non-injury ignition/explosion occurred at an abandoned/sealed underground mine msha id 44-07306. the explosion in the abandoned mine is believed to have occurred during a severe thunderstorm.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -442,"ee was traveling to the #4 head where the belt had burned into, at which time he was overcome bysmoke causing irritation to his lungs. never the less he finished the shift.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -443,an unplanned ignition of coal dust occurred in the #2 kiln coal mill circuit causing the two explosion vent panels to open and vent pressure. no personnel injuires or property damages.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -444,"a possible ignition of methane gas may have occurred in the no. 3 face of the mmu-001 on the north mains section. according to witnesses, a short orange flash occurred near the center of the cutter head while the continuous miner operator was loading cleanup coal on the left side of the working place. there were no injuries and no damage to equipment. msha investigated this event.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -445,"at approx 12:30 p.m. smoke was detected from duct out of eef8, the fan for ebh8. the diverter gate to #1 separator was closed off allowing all the heat into ebh8, resulting in ignition of bags. odessa fire dept responded and no action was taken. fire destroyed about 960 bags.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -446,"faulty propane cylinder. employee was unable to use freshly filled tank. tank was left unattended for ? minutes while he checked other task. on his return, thin stream of propane from vent had ignited, burning hose off. overhead wiring then caught fire. employee, unaware of propane fire, was bringing extinquisher for electrical fire and was burned as he entered the building.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -447,"an employee was operating the front-end loader (kawasaki 115z111) when it caught fire. employee looked back and the loader was on fire. the fire was large and hot. the local fire department responded and extinguished it after 1 hour. there were no injuries. an ee reported the fire to msha via telephone on 9-29-04, 9:30 a.m.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -448,"coal was smoldering and was spotted at approximately 10:40 am. it was not extinguished within 30 minutes and was called into msha at approximately 11:09 am. this coal fire was extinguished on september 18, 2014 at 2:59 pm.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -449,"coal fire located in east pit. no mine personnel or facilities were at risk at any time, the nearest mine equipment (hitachi excavator 951) was approximately 1200 yards away. suspected cause was spontaneous combustion. fire was controlled within 2 hours, fire watch continued no evidence of fire on may 25, 2016, 09:00am.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -450,hot rock had fallen onto a stationary belt causing it to catch on fire,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -451,gas compressor station had been down for maintenance. start up procedure was started. due to compressor station being a sour gas location the flare stack has to be ignited. the mechanic said that there may have been some liquid in the system that was expelled through the stack causing the fire to start when the stack flared. ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -452,"while welding on an end dump truck, sparks landed on the injured's clothes and caught them on fire. he suffered 1st, 2nd, & 3rd degree burns on his upper left torso from the wind blown fire.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -453,"very experienced driver positioned his production truck at a surface stockpile to dump the load.as he was dumping, he felt heat & observed flames. he radioed the fire, activated the fire suppr ession system & dismounted the truck. no injuries. the truck was destroyed by the fire.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -454,a fire broke out on the cross-pit spreader between the 70-meter and the 20-meter. inspections by structural experts revealed that a belt pulley possibly became extremely hot under the transfer point. the machine is not usable at the current time. analyses are being conducted to determine if it is economic to refurbish or scrap the machine.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -455,emp. was shrinking a bag over a pallet of bentonite. the plastic caught on fire. emp. said he shed the fire off of the seed burner & was trying to put the fire out with the end of the weed burner when a piece of plastic lodged on his hand. emp isn't sure how the plastic got on his hand. he may have swatted at the plastic with it. he doesn't remember,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -456,a fire was discovered and extinguished on 16 belt at number five crosscut.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -457,a hot spot was discovered on a raw coal pile. this was on the south side of the raw coal storage pad near the wash plant. no one was injured. equipment is being used to treat and remove the affected material.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -458,"ee applying epoxy to chute, trowel-ease (alcohol based) used to smooth out epoxy. ee was chute applying material. was dark in chute & portable worklight use. drops of trowel-ease fell on work light & ignited. ee suffered 2nd degree burns on rt. forearm, 2nd degree on left hand & nose, 1st degree & 2nd degree on right hand.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -459,"lost time, ee, ignition of methane &/or hydrocarbons",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -460,"a brush fire was reported between the old newmont mill 4 area and the barrick aa taildam facility. the fire was in an open field area and impacted a non energized electrical pole line, as well as a company data cable. no injuries occurred as a result of the fire. fire was contained and extinguished.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -461,"10-19-20 at 3am the socks inside the #2 dryer baghouse caught fire, the fire moved to the outside of the baghouse. the fire department was called, the fire was extinguished within 35 mins. msha was immediately notified and was on site for the investigation on 10-20-20; the investigation is ongoing. we believe the socks caught fire while cleaning hot fly ash from the #2 furnace.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -462,"operator received an alarm in the ccr indicating that coal mill vent doors opened. no personnel injuries or property damages. no sounds heard from workers in burner building or ccr. kiln operating parameters, coal mill inlet and outlet temperatures were normal at the time of the event. small amount of smoldering coal was found to be present in the inlet duct.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -463,miner was cutting corner of entry & ignited ch4.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -464,an ignition occurred at 82+25 on the f-14 longwall face at #28 shield. the ignition lasted approximately 10 to 15 seconds and was extinguished by the water sprays and a wash down hose from the shield. there was no damage to equipment and there were no injuries.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -465,the bolterman was spinning the resin in a bolt while holding the bolt and plate tight enough to the roof to cause sparks to fall. the sparks ignited a methane seep in the floor. the bolterman put it out immediately with the water hose on the roof bolter.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -466,employee was contacted with backspray from a handheld fire extinguisher. some of the retardant contacted the employee's eyes. employee was wearing safety glasses. medical examination determined no serious damage to eyes. reportable due to rx eye drops given. ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Struck by flying object -467,employee was assisting with extinguishing a fire that had occurred around the collector rings on the 495 bucyrus shovel and as a result inhaled smoke.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -468,a d10t dozer caught fire pushing down incline.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -469,as the 7ls1 joy shearer was cutting toward the h/g an ignition took place at the t/g drum. the resulting flame burned for approximately 3 minutes in the bottom and was extinguished with water and a fire extinguisher. there were no injuries or property damage incurred.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -470,"using a cutting torch in garage near a bucket of unknown flammable material. sparks from torch ignited it, resulting in an explosion and fire.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -471,welding on bushings - hit grease pocket which caused a flare up - burning face & neck.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -472,while performing burning/welding on the tailgate a gas ignition occurred from a footwall bleeder.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -473,while traveling up the steep grade the engine stalled out or quit. the driver shifted the transmission out of gear allowing the truck to travel backwards down a steep grade. driver jumped from the truck which turned over and caught on fire.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -474,it was reported that a face ignition ocurred in the # 3 face of the 4b section.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -475,the continuous miner was cutting coal in the no. 1 entry on the no. 8 section and a frictional ignition occurred. it lasted approximately 30 to 60 seconds and was put out with a water hose.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -476,a hydraulic fire was detected on the d-11 dozer on job 234 at 1:30 am. the fire was first detected on the left side of the machine under the cab area. crew used all possible means to put fire out with no sucess. the berlin vfd extinguished the fire with chemical foam. operator has 25 years experience - 12 years on d-11.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -477,equipment fire of d11r dozer. operator parked equipment at 2:50 am. mechanic and fueler then proceeded to fix handrail and fuel equipment. no welding or torch was used to fix handrail. greaser then noticed dozer on fire. all fire extinguishers were spent along with the fire cart.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -478,employee was involved in an ignition and received 1st & 2nd degree burns to his back.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -479,"while cutting numbers off of truck bed, oxygen hose developed a leak on employee's coveralls. an unknown ignition source caused a flash fire on the coveralls, causing burns to the employee's left hip area.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -480,fatally injured when struck by force and concussion from methane explosion.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Struck by concussion -481,ee were working on the installation of a fluid coupling. the electric drive motor was started once to determine if there was any mechanical problem. when the drive was started a second time fo r observation/inspec. the fluid coupling heater senstive blow out plugs blew releasing dextron#3transmission fluid into the atomsphere and fluidwas inginited by a propane heater causing a fir,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -482,"a roof bolter operator was mixing resin during installation of a roof bolt. as he spun the bolt, the head was pushed against the plate hard enough to produce sparks. as the sparks hit the roof a blue flame was observed by the operator. the flame self-extinguished. management did not learn of this incident until 8/27/02.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -483,"lhd unit number 15 caught on fire. the mine was evacuated and no injuries were reported. unit was left to burn out. mine rescue teams entered the mine and made sure fire was out on the lhd. after verification that fire was out, the teams explored the rest of the mine, with authorization from msha.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -484,"bn train that was on the main track started a grass fire, that lasted more than 30 minutes. area that was burned was strip of grass between the main line and dry fork mines rail -loop. no damage to structures or equipment. no injuries. the only damage was burned grass.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -485,the continuous miner was cutting coal and rock in the # 8 entry when the operator reported a gas/dust ignition in the face. there were no injuries.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -486,e-2 section a frictional ignition occurred on the e-2 longwall face at #77 shield. the flame lasted 5 to 10 seconds and was self extinguising. there were no injuries associated with the inci dent.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -487,"plant was starting up. there was trouble with the indirect firing system and had to go back down. the feeder would not turn. management was informed at 7:30 am - checked. there was high heat in the vessel. took all safety precautions - isolated, inerted with co2 & nitrogen, used heat gun. temperature went down. msha called at 7:45 am.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -488,while changing lances on ssk#3 the lines were hooked up incorrectly causing a fire outside of the kiln and an overpressurization of the baghouse causing it to rupture.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -489,taking an acetylene regulator off of a full tank while smoking when ignition occured.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -490,"2a section, #3 entry - a dust ignition occurred in the face. a yellow/orange flame was observed 5' to 6' off the right ribline over the miner head. the flame self-extinguished & was of short d uration (2 to 3 seconds). the investigation revealed sulfur deposits in the coal seam. no injuries.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -491,at 7:10 pm an ignition occurred at the face of #3 entry between 76 and 77 crosscuts in the d1 section where the 14ed25 miner was cutting coal. an orange flame approx. 2 feet long appeared in the upper right hand corner of the face where there was some sand stone above the binder. the flame was extinguished using the wash down hoses on both sides of the miner afet approx.7 seconds.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -492,non-injury accident. employee was using tourches to cut bolts from old fuel tank after he was told not to. hot slag fell into old fuel dike starting fire.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -493,a methane ignition occurred at drill platform over an 8 3/4 inch slurry injection hole leading into the sealed gail panels.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -494,at approximately 4:50am there was an ignition in the #2 entry of the 20e section. there was no mining going on and the crew were bolting the faces for the weekend. as the roof bolter operator lowered drill pot from the bolt. that is when the ignition was seen and it only lasted approximately 15 seconds. there were no injuries during this ignition.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -495,it is believed that an oil inlet line ruptured or separated near the turbo causing the fire. ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -496,"small smoker started in the north c1/2 coal face, spontaneous combustion started the smoker, wind picked up last night and fanned it into a fire. going to take couple shifts to get it covered with overburden material because of where it is located.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -497,"employees noticed smoke coming out of the cooler tower. they called on the radio to alert coworkers of the fire. multiple employees brought fire extinguishers to the cooling tower area. employees tried to extinguish the fire with several fire extinguishers. while fighting the fire, employees were exposed to smoke inhalation. they were given a prescription inhaler ",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -498,employee was operating a caterpillar 992-g frontend loader when suddenly it caught fire. we suspect a burst hose or loose fitting allowed a flammable liquid to spray onto the torqe converter allowing a fire to start. there were no injuriesbut the loader was a complete loss.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -499,at 11:41 am on 9/27/13 the kiln system lost i/o communication causing an unplanned shutdown. the system was restarted @ 11:57 am. at 12:00 pm an ignition occurred in the primary air fan of the solid fuel handling system causing an explosion. the solid fuel handling system was shut down & inspected. no personal injuries occurred & limited damage to only the primary air fan housing.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -500,at approximately 7:41am the rupture vents on the #2 coal system opened due to an ignition of coal dust inside the coal grinding circuit. prior to the ignition the coal weigh belt stalled causing a reduced amount of coal feed into the grinding mill which resulted an elevated temperature at the mill exit. there were no personnel injuries or equipment damages.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -501,"the operator of the t432 road maintenance haul truck was dumping out stemming in western copper. noticed flames coming out of the deck of the engine comparment and shut the truck down. set off the fire suppresion in the cab to stop the fire, and the cab filled with suppresion which the operator inhaled a little.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -502,"a fire erupted on the walls of a coal slot storage barn. open flames persisted for about 2 hours, suppression of smoldering coal and localized flare-ups continued for 45 hours. two belts suffered fire damage as well as rollers, electrical conduit and wiring. no structural damage was incurred.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -503,"employee was busting rock with the excavator. he turned around to get out of the hammer and saw smoke. he got out with fire extinguisher, heard a pop and saw flames. he stood on the tracks and saw flames in the engine compartment. he tried to put it out with the fire extinguisher but could not so he got on the ground to fight the fire.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -504,at 5:30 pm an ignition of coal dust occurred within the #3 kiln coal firing system causing the pressure relief vent to burst. no personal injuries or property damage resulted from this occurrance.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -505,"ee lit pilot light to dryer burner and he turnedon gas. the pilot went out and employee went to turn off blower without turning gas off. when he came back to light pilot, the fire backflashed burning one hand and side of face.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -506,the continuous miner operator alleged that he thought he saw a flash while cutting down coal between shuttle cars in the 8 right crosscut. there were no injuries and there was no damage to equipment. the immediate investigation after this allged event failed to uncover any direct evidence that an ignition of gas or dust occurred at all.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -507,"employee was in loader to move coal, lit a cigarette inside cab and a burst of flames burnt arms, previously was cleaning loader",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -508,employee arrived at work around 12:00 am; he noticed on the surveillance camera that the crude stockpile showed gray color on the screen. he thought it had fallen down; he then took off the dryer area and saw a flame coming from a pile of coal under the coal bin tank. at that time two employees came up and together they put out the fire with water. it took about1:20 minutes.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -509,smoke was observed coming from the north side coal pile storage area. actions were taken to treat and remove the affected material.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -510,at 11:40 p.m. on 8/24/11 the site lost power shutting down the fuel system. the system was restarted at 3:35 a.m. on 8/25/11. at 8:02 a.m. the coal in the mill self ignited causing an explosion. the mill was shut down and inspected. no damage to equipment or personnel occurred due to the safety dampers properly venting the combustion gases.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -511,gas buildup in scale pit- explosion- thawing out scale.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Struck by flying object -512,"while installing a conventional roof bolt in the rib, a methane feeder was ignited in 22 headgate, entry 2, xc 20 to 21. apparently friction between the roof bolt and the plate ignited the met hane. the flame was immediately extinguished with water.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -513,smoke was observed coming from the north east side of the raw coal pile located near the prairie eagle east portal. actions were taken to treat and remove the affected material.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -514,"a cable/utility man was at the unmanned es42 shovel, preparing to move the spanners when he noticed an orange glow and upon inspection found a fire. from the time the fire was spotted to extinguished was noted as 29 min. msha was given a courtesy call as it had likely burned longer than 30 minutes. a ring tail was discovered in the gear body, and is blamed for causing the fire.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -515,a possible ignition of methane gas was observed in the no.4 face near the left side of the ripper head. it was immediately extinguished. there were no injuries and no damage to equipment.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -516,"at approximately 2000-hrs the tow-haul was being driven across the valley from pipeline to cortez hills, when the operator noticed flames coming from the back of the trailer. the operator immediately commenced emergency shutdown procedures and notified proper personnel. there were no injuries or risk to personnel during this incident. ",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -517,security guard discovered fire. no employees were at the site. fire of unknown origin destroyed the control room. control room was constructed of wood and tin. control room was the point of electrical feed into plant.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -518,"a hot spot was found in the 5-right intake air course #7 entry 5 x-cut sta. 6+00 at 3:30 pm on 11/3/2007. the hot was found at a fall area. we were instructed to try and load fall to reach the burning material. this was unsucessful and on tuesday, 11/6/07 at 3:00 pm, permission was granted to build 4 seals around the area.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -519,"an experience contractor employee failed to recognize the fact that a belt, made of combustible rubber material, within an elevator housing would catch on fire while they were using a cutting torch to cut through said elevator housing. burnt belt within elevator.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -520,"smoke discovered in coal pile at 6:58 am and reported to control room. a utility leadman, utility man and water truck went to coal pile. coal was dug out, watered and back dragged by loader. supervisor didn't believe fire was going to be out within 30 minutes, so the control room operator called msha at 7:45 am to inform about the incident. fire was extinguished by 9:50 am.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -521,on march 14th the miner was cutting steel with an oxy-acetylene torch to be installed in a silo. a hot piece of slag was trapped in the fold of his arm and ignited his sweatshirt causing a burn to his left forearm. he also burned 2 fingers on his right hand trying to pat out the fire.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -522,an ignition occurred on the longwall face while cutting from tail to head,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -523,employee was lighting coal furnace with diesel and employee was burned,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -524,"top of power pole was observed as smoldering with intermittant flames. contacted local fire department and power company. fire was approximately 12-16"" in diameter at the top of the pole and did not travel down the pole. approximately 3 hours elapased before it could be verified as 100% out. msha hotline called at 11:32 following inability to confirm it was out beyond 30 min. ",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -525,at approximately 10:28 am a piece of equipment caught on fire at the #29 mine exposing the employee to an irritant gas. employee was taken to local hospital and received a breathing treatment to reduce co level.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -526,a dust ignition occurred on the longwall face at the #52 shield. the shearer operator observed a small yellow flame that self extinguished. he stated the flame lasted for less than 1 second.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -527,a reported gas or dust ignition occurred in the south mains section at the face of #3 entry of the future 6 east gate panel. the miner was mining in a clay vein when a orange ball came from th e cutting head. last approx couple of seconds. the miner was on the air curtain side of the cut and was cutting hard rock. contributing factors to this incident was methane sniffer plugged wi,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -528,"a screen fire was started during construction of the new secondary plant. belt 26 was started & it was rubbing on the structure, so ee trimmed a small piece of metal with a torch. some of the slag fell to the screen deck below & started a fire on the rubber screen deck. the fire was extinguished in about 45 minutes. no injuries.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -529,an ignition occurred in the face of #1 entry on the 3-north lt. inby 94 crosscut. there were no injuries or damage to equipment. the ignition lasted 1 second or less & was self extinguished.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -530,"a frictional methane ignition occurred in the 8th east develpment section. the operator completed his final cut and was in the process of cleaning up when the miner bits contacted the mine floor, igniting a pocket of methane in the floor.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -531,"cutting gears out of final drive with torch when aceyclene build up in cutting area ignited when torch was lit, burning his face, eyes, and neck.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -532,an explosion occurred in the line 1 preheat tower alternate fuel elevator upon restart from maint. no one was injured in initial blast. explosion venting operated as designed. elevator was shu t down & water applied from fixed spray system. residual fire was noted in several buckes & elevator was restarted to clear material & extinguish at base of elevator. ee was too close to open,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -533,employee identified an uncontrolled conveyor belt fire at the weathered clinker conveying system. 911 called at 11:50 and msha called at 12:05. the fire was extinguished at approximately 12:20 however fire department staff remained on site to insure the fire did not restart. no one was injured as a result of this fire,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -534,a methane gas ignition happened in no. 1 entry of section 4.,FIRE/EXPLOSION, -535,victim was using a torch to remove a valve bank from a roof bolter. the torch accidentally contacted an unseen hydraulic hose and caused oil to spray out and ignite burning his left arm and face.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -536,"while attempting to cut rock from the roof to ramp up over an existing fault in the number 2 entry, the extendable exhausting line curtain was being pressed against the rib rock protruding out from the rib. this condition caused the ventilation to be choked down making it difficult to ventilate the face.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -537,employee smelled abnormal odor while performing cleanup operations in the coal system building. identified small amount of smoldering coal and promptly flushed with water. outside emergency services was contacted and confirmed that smoldering coal was extinguished by mine personnel.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -538,"replacement and cutting of structural steel on #3 stacker caused hot slag to fall between belt and rubber lagging on drive pulleys, igniting belt. the stacker acting as a chimney caused flames to climb the belt to the upper floor igniting wooden floor boards, with slight damage to the floor.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -539,there was an ignition on the 3-north right section at the face between #8 and #5 entry at #117 crosscut. the ignition lasted 2 seconds and self extinguished by the water sprays on the miner. there were no injuries and no damage to equipment,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -540,"ee was cutting bolts off loader with cutting torch when his pants caught on fire burning @ 2""diaarea of skin on left calf. dr treated it appliedointment and bandage . will recheck on 4-14-03 two meds. prescribed and filled.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -541,a fire in the face on the 5r tailgate section in the #1 entry between 63 and 64 block occurred. the fire was extinguished in less than 10 minutes.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -542,"on sat., 5/20/06, at approx., 1am, an explosion occurred underground at the mine. the explosion occurred during the 3rd shift that is designated as the maintenance shift. the source & causes of explosion are unk at this time. explosion claimed the lives of 5 of the 6 miners. all the victims have been recovered. the surviving miner was taken to hospital, treated and released.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -543,smoke and flames were observed coming from the exhaust of a haul truck. the engine continued running after the ignition was turned off. all personnel were withdrawn from the mine as smoke filled the return escape way. it was determined that the engine turbocharger seals had failed allowing lube oil into the engine intake resulting in the smoking exhaust.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -544,"employee was cutting performing maintenance. after viewing work area, employee attempted to re-lite torch and welding glove ignited burning right hand. employee was seen at the emergency room and released to return back to work with no restrictions.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -545,"fire started in the alternate solid fuels facility in the area of the magnet belt for the west shredding line. the dry chemical fire suppression system discharged at the sensing of fire, but did not extinguish the burning conveyor belt. the entire facility was deemed no longer usable and in need of demolition. no one was injured as a result of the fire.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -546,a frictional methane ignition occurred in the face of the no. 5 entry in the 067-0 south mains section.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -547,a methane ignition was suspected to have occurred on 01/12/2007 on the active working 002 section while coal was being extracted with the joy 14cm15 mining machine. no one was injured.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -548,"a fire occurred at this operation taking more than thirty minutes to extinguish. the fire involved a d11r cat dozer, serial no. 9tr00200, and began at approximately 2:30 a.m. indications from the mine site point toward the fire began around the engine area.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -549,employee was out checking monitoring wells. he could smell grass burning. he moved the vehicle to check for the smell. grass was found to be smoldering between the skid plate and exhaust. the area was cleaned out. the employee got back into the vehicle and came around the stockpile and saw smoke and flames.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -550,employee was using a cutting torch to cut metal and his glove became saturated with oxygen and apparently a spark from the hot metal ignited the oxygen causing his hand to be burned.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -551,a fire was discovered in the clean coal stockpile. the hot coal was removed to extinguish the fire.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -552,there was a hot spot in the precal coal fines bin that was stirred up. the stirring conditions were created when attempts were made to withdraw the hot material to the hgg and when the pre-cal coal mill dc started. the start of the dc introduced new aerated coal into the bin. at this point all conditions were met to form the unplanned ignition.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -553,jlg forklift caught on fire. mine was evacuated. mine air was monitored until mine rescue teams were able to go into the mine and check on fire. fire was finished and unit destroyed by fire when mine rescue teams got to fire location. mine was checked for safety and determined safe for workers to return.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -554,"while working in coal mill, coal dust ignited causing burns to three workers.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -555,"ignition - occurred while cutting in the no. 2 face on the no. 6 section. operator had cut approx. 22 feet out of face and was cutting bottom rock when the frictional ignition occurred. the small flame was on the curtain line side of the entry, lasting 10 to 15 seconds and was extinguished with a fire extinguisher.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -556,"as the joy 12cm12 miner (#73( was cutting bottom in the #4 entry of #4 section, an ignition took place that lasted approx 35 to 45 seconds. the flame was extinguished with a fire extinguisher and no injuries or property was incurred.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -557,excavator was being used to finish crushing. it started on fire. the fire was extinguished with fire extinguisher in machine and onsite within 10 to 15 minutes. employee received burn to left side/back.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -558,"contractor van damme farming not involved in normal mining operations was delivering hay at empire tailings basin. when unloading hay the contractor employee noticed a fire starting near the driver's side door of the truck. his supervisor called 911 at 4:58 pm. fire depart's arrived at 5:19 pm, put down the initial fire, stayed past midnight to ensure smoldering was out.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -559,the plant manager was contacted by the cross vfd stating that a fire had started in the ditch on county line rd in front of the quarry. the fire spread onto mine property before it was extinguished.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -560,an alleged dust ignition occurred on the 16a voest alpine miner while mining coal in the face of #2 entry. no injuries to personnel nor damage to equipment occurred.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -561,"coal thayer belt tripped causing coal mill to become lean. mitchell in was receiving a winter storm, the combination of ice and snow that built up on the vent might have caused a delay in when pressure was released. vents are set to release at 1 psi. some smoldering coal in the duct work on the bottom just right inside of door during investigation",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -562,incident caused by an excess volume of natural gas that entered the kiln during the relighting process and then ignited in a delayed manner. this higher-than-normal volume of natural gas then ignited and caused a pressure wave to propagate through the kiln damaging the boiler housing and kiln firing hood.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -563,a fire occurred on the 20520 d10 t cat dozer. the fire was extinguished after 35 minutes. no injuries occurred. msha was notified of the occurrence.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -564,grass fire along the railroad track; no damage to equipment.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -565,it appears an ignition might have occurred when the cable reel flamed up and ignited methane methane coming of thebed of shuttle car.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -566,coal shot started a fire on an unoccupied coal drill. no injuries. fire was put out in 40 minutes. ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -567,a fire was discovered in the solid waste dump. the fire required approx. 1 hr.& 6 min. to extinguish. the exact ignition source was not determined. suspected sources are spontaneous combustion or a cigarette butt. there was no damage as a result of the fire.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -568,"the nema baghouse had an unplanned ignition resulting from smoldering coal being sucked into the baghouse as the baghouse fan was turned on after a pro-longed outage. the ignition resulted in one of the explosion doors being blown open. the system was shut down, msha was notified and the hot spot was eliminated by the use of water.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -569,"hot lime was allowed to come in contact with a rubber conveyor belt, causing it to catch fire. the fire was noticed at 5:30 am by the leadman on shift. the plant fire safety committeemen call ed the local fire & rescue. they responded immedeately.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -570,ignition - occurred while using a cutting torch at the north bunker to remove a metal i-beam. when ee went to light the torch it ignited methane there from the coal material. the ignition last approx. 15 to 20 seconds and extinguished with water from water hose.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -571,"a sce pole and transformer were discovered to be the fire, the site ert and kern county fire responded and extinguished to fire, along with sce. it was believed the fire started from a bird's nest on the pole.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -572,"miner was cutting in number 7 entry face. the bits hit the sandstone roof, creating a spark that resulted in an instaneous flash of light believed to be an ignition. there was no noise, air blast, smoke, or damage.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -573,employee was repairing the chute above the #80 raw-coal screen and the screen caught on fire causing heavy smoke. employee assisted by another employee attempted to put out the fire but the smoke was too heavy resulting in minor burns to the face and smoke inhalation.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -574,"no injuries, dust collector cartridge replaced. this was an unplanned explosion in the coal mill. mill was designed to absorb and release energy and respond in the correct manner. no injuries & little damage",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -575,a mining supervisor noticed a fire in the d 1 area behind the pump barn where oil and gas workers had been mowing pipeline right of way. the fire was put out within 20 minutes of being seen. no miners were working in the area. this did not affect the oak hill mining operation. estimated 5000 sq ft of underbrush was affected.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -576,caterpillar 345 scaler was operating in 21n 43w north mine. fire started behind cab. operator was unable to control fire and abandoned machine. notified other miners and supervisor and evacuated mine.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -577,"employee, member of 002 section crew, was evacuating the mine. he became separated from his crew and did not survive mine fire.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -578,"operator was shoving dirt out with a d11t bull dozer and noticed smoke coming from engine compartment, ee jumped out and used the fire extinguisher on the fire but it was out of control so ee got off the machine and walked away. ",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -579,"pumped fuel out of fuel tank when tank was empty, it fill with fumes, last thing i remember i turned the pump off.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -580,"fire coming out of p/c at the mule train of the longwall, immediate response contain the issue to just the p/c.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -581,a glow on top of the coal stockpile was observed. it was confirmed to be 3 small flames. because of location it required an excavator to extinguish. the excavator was located on the other side of the plant. because of pre-shift and travel time it took longer than 30 minutes to extinguish. the fire was extinguished at 9:51 p.m.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -582,"an unplanned sulfur fire occurred on the 4450 level of the c4 south wall at 6:30 am. no equipment, no structures and no miners were put in harm. there was an existing sprinkler system in the area cooling hot spots. msha issued a 103(j) order at 7:40 am to prevent destruction of evidence. sprinkler system extinguished fire at 8:25 am.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -583,"a dust ignition occurred in the face of #3 entryon the 2a section. it was reported that an orange flame near the bottom existed from 10 to 30 seconds and self extinguished. a strip of sulfur deposit was found at the bottom of the coal seem, no injuries.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -584,"roof bolter operator was inserting a bolt into a bolt hole. as the bolt was pushed in to the hole, it was being spun at a high rpm to mix the resin. after spinning for the req'd time, the b olt was thrust upward into the hole. as it went up, a spark was caused and a fist sized ball of flame was observed. it immediately extinguished itself location- no. 5 entry x-cut, mmu-001-0",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -585,while welding a bracket on the loader leaking oil caught fire and flashed in his face.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -586,spontaneous combustion ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -587,while backing up continious miner was cutting floor. sparks from bits ignited methane on floor. power was shut down and miner operator exited miner. fire extinguisher from shuttle car (sc31) was used to extinguish flames. flames were burning for approx. 2 minutes.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -588,"a methane gas ignition occurred on the 10 east ""d"" beld drive. guard pockets were being welded to the structure when the ignition occurred. no injuries or damage to equipment occurred.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -589,"lost time, ignition of methane &/or hydrocarbons",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -590,"ignition - occurred while cutting the bottom chain on the no. 1 longwall face chain when methane was ignited. the flame was orange and blue in color, lasted approx. 30 seconds and went out on its own. one fire extinguisher and a bag of rockdust was applied to the area.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -591,the mill was closed the day before. the coating tank was frozen when the plant opened monday am. the plant mgr was trying to thaw out the coating tank by pointing the propane heater in its general direction. plant mgr stood too close to heater and the back of his coveralls caught fire.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -592,ee was pushing in a shot in an open pit when the motor of his d11r caterpillar dozer caught fire. ee disengaged the fire suppression system and the fumes began to fill up the cab before ee could exit the dozer. ee suffered an inhalation injury with internal chemical burns and was released from the hospital 03/18/11.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -593,"at approximately 5:16 pm 8/2/2022 is was reported that small fire approximately 4 miles east of mine office was burning on the mine property. dnrc was on site fighting the fire. this is a very remote area, with no mine activity in the area. called msha report line at 5:26 pm. there are no structures or equipment in the area. ",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -594,"lost time, ignition of methane &/or hydrocarbons",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -595,"the event occurred on the mmu 002 in the 4a n mains. the continuous miner was not operating at the time & was positioned in the right barrier lift in the #5 entry in by spad #4227. the cm & the mobile roof support operator stated they heard rock falling in the gob in by the pillar line. when they turned, they saw a flash & were knocked down by a sudden inrush of air & dust.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -596,an electrical fault of undetermined origin caused a fire in the finish mill motor control center and associated switch gear.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -597,"company #223, 993k loader s/n z9k00471 caught fire and could not be extinguished within 30 minutes. no injuries involved.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -598,the coal mill on kiln no. 2 was damaged when an explosion took place in the ductwork leading to the primary air fan. stone and coal had built up in the mill's reject trough. the stone and coal heated to embers. a spark or hot piece of stone was carried into the ductwork for the primary air fan and touched off an explosion. no employees were in the area. there was no fire.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -599,"smoke was observed at the crusher facility. upon investigation, it was determined that a fire was burning on the belt between the primary and secondary crushers. due to the confined area of th e fire and the proximity of a professional fire company, the hanna fire department was called to fight the blaze.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -600,"maintenance was patching holes by spot welding to the bottom of an enclosed belt conveyor. the heat from welding transferred through the 3/16"" thick steel substrate to the uhmw lining and to the rubber cleated belt with sidewalls causing it to ignite and catch fire.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -601,"following a prolonged shut down at plant operations, a quantity of coal began to smolder inside the coal storage silo. on startup of the coal mills, hot coal caused a fire on the belt conveyor. the fire was quickly extinguished within 30 minutes, but coal continued to smolder inside the pant leg of the silo.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -602,"while kiln #2 was in the cool-off stage of a maintenance shut down, pulverized coal was inadvertently injected into the kiln. when the kiln was turned to prevent warping, the coal ignited resulting in an immediate release of energy.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -603,the cm was loading in #6 entry in right pillar cut when a methane ignition occurred near head of machine. contributing factors to accident are unknown due to accident not being reported by hourly ee to a member of mine mgt until 4/28/11. this accident occurred on a retreat mining section making an investigation of the accident site inaccessible at the time of notification,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -604,"at approximately 3:25pm, a minor explosion was heard/detected in the line 2 afr hopper/belt/elevator system. crew responded and tried to extinguish fire however, they could not safely extinguish the fire. fire department called by the control room operator, and two fire departments responded (midlothian//ovilla). the fire was extinguished approximately 54 minutes after it started.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -605,"total loss of maintenance shop. unknown cause, no miners on shift at time of fire.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -606,an alleged face ignition was reported on the h1hg section while mining the #2 entry. an investigation revealed that small areas of pyrite and sulphur balls were found in the rib and face areas. during mining these pyrite areas were struck and may have caused sparks that contributing to the face crews assessment that ignition occurred. no violations issued during the investigation. ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -607,"an ignition occurred on the lt. 3 north section at the face of the #3 to #2 entry xcut. there were no injuries or damage to equipment. the ignition was approx. 12"" to 15"" in length and lasted approx 6 seconds. the flame was extinguished by the miner water sprays.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -608,face ignition lasting 2-3 seconds no injuries.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -609,"security identified open flames (spontaneous combustion) at north dixon hiwall on 8b coal seam at station 141+50. it was determine that the fire will not be extinguish within 30 minutes however, we call out an operator and supervisor to respond. the open flame or fire was extinguish at 6:20 am. no work activity in dixon pit, mining and stripping were shut down for the weekend.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -610,"there was a fire at the scale house that was not extinguished within 30 minutes of knowledge. ignition source currently unknown, no injuries. ",FIRE/EXPLOSION, -611,smoke was discovered in the 6w coal pit at the top edge of the coal face. the smoke was not extinguished in 30 minutes. no miners or mine equipment were at risk during this event.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -612,"employee had fueled a small engine in the back of a lube trailer, set the gas can down, went to start the engine and there was an ignition. flash fire burnt them on the forearms, hands and face.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -613,"the yazzie pit is an inactive part of the mine, last coal mined in this area was approximately 2010. there are currently no miners with exposure in this area. a supervisor passing in the area, noticed smoke coming from an outcropping and determined that it wasn't extinguishable in the 30 minute time frame.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -614,"while cutting a notch in a 10 3/4 inch metal pipe with torch, an ignition occurred when hot met al or a spark fell down into a pipe that had been drilled to pump water from. prior to cutting t he pipe, a water soaked wool first aid blanket had been placed inside the hole between the casing and the metal pipe to prevent hot metal or a spark from falling down the hole.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -615,"an ignition occurred in the face of no.2 entry 214 ft inby center line of no. 21 x cut on 5 north section mmu 028-0. no injuries or property damage was sustained. the flame lasted 2 secs. and size was 4"" ball-self-extinguishing. ignition occurred left side of face 2 ft inby tubes a day vein had just ran out in right corner of face.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -616,the continuous miner operator reported that he saw a flash near the left side of the ripperhead while cutting in bottom at the face. there were no injuries and no damage to equipment.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -617,a fire was discovered at the solid waste dump at 2:00 am. the dump is located in a remote part of the mine so at no time were mine personnel or mine facilities threatened. the cause of the fire has yet to be determined. the fire was extinguished at 2:45 am.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -618,ignition - welding on e-5 belt line at spad 24064 using torch to burn hole in some guarding and the flame was seen between support beam and mine floor. no injuries were incurred.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -619,"it is believed that two methane ignitions have occurred on the c-3 longwall face within a short time period. what was believed to be the fi5rst ignition occurred in the area of shield no. 35, as the shearer was mining from the tail toward the headgate. the second ignition occurred at shield no. 30. no methane was detected in the area upon investigation of the incident.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -620,flammable vapors from a hydraulic reservior accumulated in the trunnion guard. ignition was caused by cutting/welding in the area. hydraulic oil was contained by a flammable solvent.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -621,employee of mine resource dust samples car caught on fire and burnt. no injuries.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -622,abnormal accumulation of pulverized coal under the mill table for an unusual length of time led to coal self ignition and smoldering inside the mill. incident happened during the cleanup process when fine coal got displaced and suspended by the rotation of the mill table and ignite when in contact with the smoldering coal. the combustion of the coal went from mill to bags,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -623,"ee strung out a cutting torch, turned on the fuel gas (propane) and lit the torch. he then opened the oxygen valve. when he did so the oxygen feed line exploded. a fire resulted at the hose reel which was extinguished with a hand held dry chem. extinguisher.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -624,the miner crew was loading coal in the no.4 face in the middle lift cutting bottom when the ignition occurred. the cut was approximately 20 foot deep with .40% to .50% methane on the monitor read out. the flame was orange and blue in color and one fire extinguisher was used to extinguish the flame that lasted approximately 30 seconds.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -625,as the #92 joy miner was cutting coal in the #3 section an ignition occurred as the operator wascutting bottom backing up to clean footwall. theflame lasted about 15-20 seconds and was extingu ished with one fire extinguisher. there were no injuries or property damage.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -626,"5:50 pm security officer noticed black smoke coming down valley, went to check it out. found 992g loader on fire. 6:06 pm called person from raven crest. 6:08 pm called 911 at time of arrival on scene fire was coming out around both back tires and up over the top of them. didn't see any one around, security officer went back and waited at post 4 on fire trucks.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -627,a frictional methane ignition occurred in the #3 face of the hallam section during regular mining activities. no persons were injured and no equipment was damaged.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -628,"ee was excavating for a new haul road at the st joe permit area, located near neffs, ohio when a hydraulic line reptured causing hydraulic fluid to spray on the turbo which then ignited causin g a fire. damage to the track hoe was extensive. no injuries ocurred.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -629,employee was cutting out a steel donut to weld onto the dump ropes that attach to the dragline bucket. while cutting he noticed the oxygen hose on the torch had a pin hole. he attempted to taped the hose instead of replacing or fixing the hose. employee continued to use cutting torch and his gloves became saturated with oxygen gas and a spark set his gloves on fire.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -630,acetylene leaked from a hose into a metal box on the first floor of the prep plant and was ignited by a spark from a person burning a piece of metal on the second floor.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -631,"independent contractor was in the process of spraying primer/adhesive inside of ball mill when fumes flashed, resulting in burns on his back, chest and face.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -632,spiked temperature on kiln trending indicated there was a coal mill puff.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -633,employee was standing with their back to a burn barrel to warm up and caught their coveralls and coat on fire. resulting with 2nd and 3rd degree burns on their butt and upper legs. ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -634,contractor vehicle eletrical fire,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -635,"a conveyor belt fire was discovered and extinguished on the morning of 12/29/04. due to problems with water and freezing conditions, it took approximately 1 to 1 1/2 hours to extinguish. exact cause is being investigated.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -636,ignition - occurred on 5 section in the 2-3 cross cut as roofbolter went to spin the bolt and saw an orange flame. the flame lasted approx 20 seconds and was extinguished with powder from a fire extinguisher.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -637,"at approximately 6:30 pm a fire was discovered at the shop/coal lab building. no injuries or close calls were reported, however, the shop sustained substantial damage to the structure and some of the contents. the fire was extinguished by the cowen vfd at approximately 7:15 pm.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -638,"employee was working underground when something on the equipment arched, it ignited some hydraulic fluid. he used fire extinguisher & it was put out. he was sent to medic for evaluation due to fire extinguisher dry chemical & smoke inhalation. on his next shift, he reported to work on 8/18/10 & worked 1/2 his shift, and he said he had a doctor appt, and restrictions were given.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -639,loader operator noticed smoke coming from under feed hopper. contacted plant operator. plant operator called 911. attempted to extinguish fire with fire extinguisher. unsuccessful. loader operator saw fire going up incline. went to top of tower to extinguish with extinguisher. unsuccessful and retreated to safe location.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -640,"on 3-16-01 an ignition occurred on the face of the 2ne longwall. the shearer was cutting from the tail to the head. at shield #182 the head drum hit a chert roll that came down into the coal s eam approx. 8"". when the bits hit the chert a small ignition occurred. a flame the size of a basketball was observed.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -641,"because of storm damage the day prior, employee was cutting metal supports on door of building when it caught fire damaging the building and several pieces of mining equipment.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -642,employee working at the north block water fill stand noticed brush fire flames in the area 200ft adjacent to ee's location. no one else was working in the area. ee notified the supervisor. fire rescue and water trucks were dispatched to the area. the ground area burned was approximately 1200ft by 600ft. the power line poles in the area did not receive any substantial damage. ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -643,"a fire started on belt tire of lorc-2. conveyor was totally destroyed and damage occurred in top two floors of batch loadout building. after investigation, we feel a pen that was covered and hidden, and no one was aware of accumulated coal fines and started fire at weight transfer tower.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -644,"ee raking out hood of kiln there was a back flash causing burn. **miner was cleaning kiln grates with kiln stopped and fire out. supervisor turned kiln to prevent warping. kiln had rock in it, as the kiln turned, exposed hot rock. process control system allowed gas back into kiln which ignited as soon as hot rock was exposed when kiln turned. ee not wearing ppe required**",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -645,wood chips were stored in the back of the plant across from the bone yard that were going to be used for reclamation. the wood chip pile spontaneously caught on fire. it was completely extinguished by 8:30 pm.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -646,fire discovered and fought until3:40 p.m. exited building contacting seneca county sheriff dept. fire dept arrived at 4:07 p.m. fire extinguished at 4:45 p.m.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -647,"pit supervisor was pushing dirt, when backing up the operator lost track of where operator was at and backed over a berm causing the caterpillar d6h dozer to roll backwards 270 degrees landing vertical on it's blade. the operator was able to exit the machine without any injuries. the dozer caught on fire, the fire department was call and the fire was extinguished.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -648,"2 tires that had been disposed of 100 ft down the spoil slope of pinon pit caught fire. no one was working in pit at the time. water truck extinguished tires within 35 mins. msha notified. pinon ramp 3 is a normal tire disposal area (most tires at bottom of pit) and an active ash disposal pit. dump elevation to be completed by end of august, 2004.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -649,"a no injury accident, consisting of an ignition of dust, occurred in a xcut from the nos. 5 to 4 entries of 5 south face section, mmu 001-0 at spad location 35+00 feet.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -650,"employee was attempting to manually light the used oil burning furnace, when he checked the flame, the material backdrafted. employee suffered minor irritation to his face and eyes.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -651,a oil line broke down under the cab of a d11r dozer. the oil was ignited by short in a wire in the wiring harness. the fire was put out twice but kept igniting. no was hurt but the dozer burnt up.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -652,smoke was observed coming from the northeast side of the raw coal pile located near the prairie eagle east portal. actions were taken to treat and remove the affected material.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -653,a 657 scraper operator was on his third round of topsoil placement for the day when the fill blade operator notified him of flames coming from his rear engine. the scraper operator stopped and contacted supervision. the fire department was called immediately. the fire department arrived on scene and proceeded to put out the flames utilizing foam.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -654,a methane ignition occurred in the #3 face of 12 east continuous miner section.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -655,unplanned coal dust ignition in the #2 coal ball mill occurred. no injuries occurred. ignition was vented out the engineered ports.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -656,at approximatley 4:00 p.m. while mining the #6 entry a cavity in the coal seam was encountered that contained a pocket of methane gas. as the continuous miner was backing out of the face a glow was seen at the ripper head. the gas ignited; there was no explosive force associated. the report was not filed on time due to an oversight. a citation (6641282) has been issued.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -657,"a cat 992g loader was loading a truck and a loader tooth fell into the truck. as the truck dumped the rock into the primary crusher, the loader tooth got caught between the mantle and the crusher liner stopping the drive. the primary crusher motor did not stop and high friction on the pulley caused the belts to start to smoke.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -658,"battery fire, 585 emico scoop, 15 mins. duration. fire occurred between battery & scoop at the plug.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -659,"a fire lasting approximately 15 minutes occurred on #3 brookeville battery/trolley, 20 ton locomotive. after investigation, it was concluded that the probable cause was a worn cable jacket on a battery lead made contact with a ground lead causing an arc. the fire was extinguished with the use of hand held fire extinguishers. no reportable injuries occurred due to the accident.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -660,p & s employees burned copper coils on mine property. coils were brought into the site w/o permission. the two employees had started the fire toclean banding off the copper. someone other than themselves had called the fire dept. the fire was put out by 10:30 am. the p & s employees were told to leave the property.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -661,spontaneous combustion of coal refuge pile.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -662,"gravel quarry crusher cought fire due to hydraulic line breaking. soaked running cat motor and ignited. two workers saw this happen, one ran for extinguishers and other notified supervision which in turn called 911 and had local department on sight within 15 minutes. crusher and one conveyor could not be saved. no personnel were injured.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -663,"a bn train delivering limestone to the coyote station power plant started 4 spot fires along the railroad tracks. one spot fire was determined to be on the mine permitted area. this fire burned native grasses, but did not threaten any mine structures or equipment. no one was injured fighting the fire. the fire was extinguished in approx. 1 1/2 hours.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -664,contractor was working on sand screw cutting out the belly of the screw for repairs and the coating on the belly of the screw which was poly coated started on fire from the sparks. fire got away on the contractors and called us to contact the fire department. took about 15 20 minutes for the fire department to arrive. took fire department about 25 min to put out. ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -665,a leaking natural gas valve allowed gas to accumulate in the dorr-oliver dryer control room. the gas was apparently ignited by an electrical device inside the room. the resulting blast severely damaged the walls of the control room and caused a partial roof collapse.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -666,"a non-injury fire occurred when acetylene gas leaking from a cylinder was accidently ignited. the fire was contained within the metal cylinder storage box. fire extinguishers, rock dust and water were used to extinguish the fire in about 13 min. the mine was evacuated until area was deemed safe by state, federal and company officials. the damaged equip was removed from the mine.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -667,"while fighting a fire in the clinker barn, a fire fighter sustained 1st and 2nd degree burns while fighting a conveyor belt fire in the clinker barn. the fire fighter was treated for the injury and taken off work for 2 weeks.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -668,the apparent failure of a tail roller bearing resulted in the misalignment of the no.6 belt conveyor and caused belt conveyor material to wrap around the shaft of the tail roller. this caused a belt fire accident at the tail roller of no. 6 belt conveyor in the draw-off tunnel on the surface.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -669,"methane bleeder encountered. methane ignition allegedly occurred. self extinguishing, no injury, no damage, no citations issued.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -670,"miner phone surface to report that a plumb of smoke smelling like an electrical fire had risen up thru the 43-43 raise, where he and his partner worked in a stope. this raise connects the mine s 4000-foot and 4300-foot levels. the stench system was activated at 10:15 am the 86 ees working underground completely evacuated the mine and brassed out by 11:02 am the first mine rescue cr",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -671,ignition - occurred while roof bolter was drilling holes in the roof to install six foot roof bolts. as they were drilling through the hole in a roof channel into the roof when the ignition occurred in the roof. the methane ignition lasted 5 to 10 seconds.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -672,while trying to start the #3 coal mill in order to empty it the pressure relief vents opened. an ignition of coal dust occurred in the coal mill system ductwork. ignition source was in the system recirculation duct.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -673,employee's working at the secondary scalping screen potentially had welding slag drop to discharge screen. the contact from slag potentially caused fire. ,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -674,based on the information received from those present it appears that the ignition was caused when the spark from the cutting machine (shearer) ignited an unknown methane bleeder while cutting hard rock (middle man) & coal at shield. msha notified.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -675,"the fire started sometime after 10 00 pm.it was discovered at 5:30 am on may 17 & was reported to the fire dept. they were on the scene at 5:50 am. & remained until 2:00 pm. they were recalled at 4:00 pm & remained until 7:45 pm.the fire seemed to be out at the time. the fire chief suspects possible electrical cause, but it is yet to be determined for sure.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -676,"employee was lighting #1 kiln. he did not know gas was trapped in kiln. when he lit it, it exploded.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -677,"hot coal or spark ignited pulverized coal in dust collector bin, explosion occured on 4th floor, area is off limits and locked at all times. safety features worked as designed and intended, rupture discs blew out, dust collector bags and cages, and tube sheet were damaged.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -678,employee was burning garbage in the burn pit when he used gasoline to get the fire going. the fuel was laying on a piece of plastic and when he picked it up to throw it in the fire it came back burning his hand and forearm.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,Contact with hot objects or substances -679,"from summary: normally, the lime leaves the cooler at temperature of 180*f and is then fed via vibrating pan conveyor (fd-205) to the bucket elevator (be-207), which carries the lime to the to p of the firing building where it falls on weighbelt 208 (wb-208). however, lime exceeding 700*f left the cooler, traveled through the system noted above, and was placed on wb-208 where it ig",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -680,"while cutting a 6 in. steel pipe with cutting torch, injured caught shirt on fire, causing burns to left side arm and back.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,No Value Found -681,"hot work activity was conducted at the solid fuel afr system which likely caused a ignition point which caused a fire on the v93-bc2 transfer belt. fire caused approximately $30,000 in damages to belt transfer systems.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -682,an ignition occurred on the #7 miner section in the face of the #2 top left side of face 15 ft across face.,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -683,at 5:24 pm the mine manager and operation mananger noticed a grass fire in the diii mining area. the fire was located in an area behind the mining activity near the intersection of abandoned hiway #850 and county road #421. the local volunteer fire department was called out and extinguished the fire at 6:15 pm,FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -684,"an ignition occurred on 5 north section 028-0 atthe face of #1 entry 85 ft inby center line of #21 x-cut. the flame measured 24"" x 3'and lasted 5 to 10 sec. and extinguish with wash down hose. no injuries or property damage. methane was .5%",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -685,"sv805 lube truck was traveling towards the porter pit to service sh004 when unit lost power in cab, operator safely brought the truck to a complete stop and set park brake. operator then looked out the window to the right seen haul truck passing then looked left and saw a red glow coming out of the articulation.",FIRE/EXPLOSION,"Accident type, without injuries" -686,injured was assisting the equipment operator in installing the forks back on the lo-trac when the forks fell off striking the injured on top of the left foot resulting in a broken toe. the break was not diagnosed until 12/1/15. the injured was never place on restriction or had any lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -687,"miner was cutting/grinding a 20'x5"" channel iron when it fell from the work bench catching left glove on the way down. this resulted in a strain to ee's left shoulder when it jerked ee's left arm. miner has been placed on restricted duty and a mri of the shoulder is pending. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -688,employee was unloading a s/car tire from a scoop. he leaned the tire against the rib & was walking away. the tire fell & struck him on the left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -689,adjusting seat in the loader.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -690,ee injured right shoulder on 3/25/11 swinging a hammer was evaluated by doctor and returned to full duty. employee experiencing pain in right shoulder and was re-evaluated on 5/23/11. employee received mri and referred to orthopedic specialist. evaluated by specialist on 6/9/11. employee received surgical repair to right shoulder on 7/5/11 and his first missed shift was 7/8/11.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -691,ee was standing up using handle on cable ratchet to lift gearbox & 3hp motor to its stand. pulled too hard on handle straining lower back. ee should have used cable ratchet w/greater lifting c apacity than ratchet used.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -692,"ee was using a 10lb. sledge to knock a corner protector off a loader bucket, when a piece of steel flew off the protector and hit his right leg. a doctor had to remove it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -693,in small area torque wrenching head bolts on #16 cylinder on 9191 truck. felt pain in back and left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -694,"fellow worker was cleaning rocks out of track of shovel, injured ee was parked on opposite of shovel unreeling hose from lube truck and back into path of thrown rock, striking him on the left side of head, causing contusion to head and laceration to ear, which required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -695,"employee was closing metal gate, gate hit a guardrail & bounced back toward him, hitting his left arm. bruised arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -696,"employee stated while throwing a rail switch ee felt a ""pop"" in left knee. the employee was sent to a doctor, then a specialist and is scheduled for surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -697,employee had been experiencing some pain in his right elbow prior to this date. after using a come-along his elbow became painful. he worked his next shift but started missing work on 6/20/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -698,employee was drilling the top level tap on #3-3 flash tank when the drill bit got stuck. the drill then back spun (counterclockwise) and it was at this time that employee felt a pain to his right shoulder. ee taken off work on 08/20/09.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -699,employee pinched right middle finger between valve shaft and the valve body on a gate valve. this resulted in a laceration to the right hand middle finger. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -700,rib rock fall - striking employee on back & upper extremities.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -701,injured employee removed the quick-threader attachment from a pipe threader. as he went to place it on a work bench the swivel handle from the quick-thread attachment swung around striking injured employee in the groin. injured employee did not experience much pain until later in the day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -702,employee was picking up stone from table to have recut. went to throw stone back onto table and jammed his finger between table and rock; ring finger was broken.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -703,"injured was replacing a leaf spring on a school bus. while positioning the spring on the front axle, the spring slipped off the axle and caught his finger betwen the spring and a crib block lacerating the little finger which required stitches and medical treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -704,"ee was tightening belt and the belt chain broke, causing the clamp that was holding the belt to pin his hand between the clamp and rail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -705,"employee was replacing a hydraulic tank, and in the process a hand full of dirt was knocked down, and some of the particles got past his safety glasses & into his left eye. he went to medic. we took him to er/eye doctor. a rust ring was removed from his eye. no days missed. full release back to work",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -706,"the injured was bolting with 2 piece steels and connected the second steel and raised drill pod up, the drill steel caught the pod causing the steel to bow, striking the injured in left hand. on 2/24/2016 the injured was given restrictions for left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -707,"while changing horizontal pin in the f28 longwall employee was lining up the eye of the clevis, when the relay bar kicked up catching left foot between the bar and the side of the shield. employee was diagnosed with a sprain to the left ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -708,"was prying metal with pry bar, when it slipped and jarred his body.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -709,"the injured ee was holding a rebar dowel in the horizontal position while it was being tied down. while this particular dowel was being secured, another dowel which had previously been tied do wn broke free from the metal wires securing it. it sprang upward striking ee in the mouth and upper right cheek area of his face. injured suffered laceration to upper lip, broken and loosen t",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -710,the individual pulled a pallet off the lo trac fork lift and mashed the ring finger on his left hand. he developed staff infection and was hospitalized.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -711,"employee was arranging steel bars on a rack, one bar fell and pinched finger between two bars, pinching caused laceration which required four stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -712,"repairman was working inside the coal mill on his knees, he was lifting sections of the die ring and he felt a muscle pull in his abdomen. it was later diagnosed as a hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -713,"while digging out material that backed up in crusher ii, employee had to reach down with his left hand to pull rocks, transfer rocks into the right hand & reach up to pass the rocks out of the crusher. due to the high wall of the crusher, it made it difficult for employee to position himself without stretching and twisting repetitively, causing strain to his back, neck & shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -714,trimming a belt from a stacker. knife came through the belt when finishing the cut and cut right hand through the glove employee was wearing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -715,ee was maneuvering a cylinder head off haul truck on a table and felt a pinch in lower back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -716,employee was helping the electrician put a lid on the power center. the lid dropped on employee's left hand index finger. it injured the area from the last knuckle up. the doctor later removed the tip of his finger from the last knuckle up.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -717,employee was lifting a drill steel to insert it into the drill's hammer. as employee was lifting the drill steel ee felt pain in abdomen. ee was diagnosed with a hernia & surgery has not been scheduled yet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -718,employee was assisting with threading a drill steel and got his hand wrapped up in the steel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -719,while working on a dozer starter ee lost his grip causing the starter to fall on his right knee. this is only 1 of the 3 traumas that has occurred to his right knee while working at marfork. he continued to work until 7-24-07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -720,employee was struck by a rock that became a projectile from a 4 inch airline that was being charged and cleared after installation. injured has two fracture fingers on right hand. employee was standing approx 85 feet inby the end of the airline that project a rock estimated the size of a 4 inches diameter.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -721,"employee was installing a bearing race in a 777 wheel loader using a chisel and hammer. when he struck the chisel, a piece of metal came off and lodged in lower arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -722,ee was hanging cm cable and sharp pain felt in right bicep.scans revealed tear in tendon/muscle in right bicep.ee is going to physical therapy and surgery may be required.this report is filed late because individual whom normally filed 7000-1 reports was recently terminated and the person filing this report discovered on 7/15/2013 that it had not been reported.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -723,"putting cable onto middle hood of miner, stuck forward, tried to grab & jerked loose. hook swung around & smashed finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -724,while sharpening drill bit the grinding tool disengaged and hit the operator in the ankle causing a contusion. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -725,employee was removing a lug on a welding machine and hand slipped off of the wrench resulting in a lacertion across the top of the right hand. he was taken to the doctor for stitches and returned to work on light duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -726,"non-work related incident. 2 employees decided to come to work a half hour early to swap a personal television in the employee parking lot before work started. the injured ee attempted to pick up the tv and set it back down in the fellow ee's personal vehicle, the tv landed on his right middle finger causing a laceration. the ee received 7 stitches and released without restriction.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -727,"the ee was cutting skirts for a belt conveyor. the box cutter slipped from the surface of the belt, and cut the ee's left leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -728,while moving crushing unit twisted back. ee entered restricted duty on november 4th 2020.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -729,employee stated that he and the section mechanic were lifting the miner cable up to hang it across an intersection when he felt a sharp pain in his right shoulder. employee continued to work until 12-18-2013 when he had surgery to the shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -730,employee was servicing a haul truck. when he went to remove the pan a safety bolt broke causing the pan to fall. he received a small laceration to his head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -731,injured party was disconnecting a pull rope off a piece of eq. he bent over and was pushing and pulling on the pull rope when he felt a pop in his chest.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -732,miner oprator bent over to pull miner cable and apparently strained muscle in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -733,"ee was operating a cont miner in the #8 entry ofthe 004 section when a piece of draw rock approx3'long, 2' wide, & 4""thick fell from between bolts & rib striking him on the left shoulder an d then sliding down his back",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -734,was building a wall when concrete block slipped and struck miners leg,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -735,the man was installing a bottom belt hanger when the belt chain to the come-along broke and pinched the man's finger. report filed for medical treatment only(sutures),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -736,"ee was putting together water line for the continuous miner with a banding tool. his right hand slipped & his right pinky finger was caught between the water line & the banding tool while the hammer was coming down. he mashed his pinky resulting in an open wound, loss of nail, & bone was broken at the tip of the finger. no lost work days. returned to normal work activity.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -737,"ie was disconnecting hydraulic hoses on a sandvik scoop. during this process, ie brushed ee's right arm against the metal bucket causing a puncture cut to ee's right forearm. a piece of metal remained under the skin and treatment followed. the piece of metal (foreign object) was removed from arm on 3/10/2022. no sutures were given to close the cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -738,"employee was lifting cooler grates from pallet to working area when he injured his back. this job reqiures lifting, bending and squatting with weight.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -739,ee was pulling a timber out of scoop bucket when he pulled a muscle in his left arm around the elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -740,"i.e. was unlatching a 5th wheel trailer from the tractor ee was driving. the pin that locks the tongue in place was stuck so ee tried to loosen it by hitting it with a hammer. after it had freed up ee pulled the pin out, the spring pulled it back in which pinched thumb between the plate & tractor. i.e. had to have procedure done to fix thumbnail. no work was missed. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -741,three employees were leveling track for the quarry saw. one was placing wedges under the track while another was working the jack. he released the tension on the jack at the same time the first employee decided to re-position the wedge he was holding. track came down pinching his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -742,"employee was engaged in repairing a hydraulic cylinder of a shield on the longwall face. as he was aligning the cylinder, the cylinder slipped and fractured his finger against toe of the shield.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -743,pulling bolter cable and hurt lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -744,the ee was opening a new barrel of drill oil and was using a screwdriver to pry the top off. the xcrewdriver slipped and the top cut his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -745,electrician trainee was breaking bolts loose on shuttle car wheel unit. he was sitting on blocks and twisted his back while pulling on wrench which resulted in strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -746,the employee was pulling a screen box out. it was in backwards and was stuck. she was pulling on it with a pry bar and shaking the box. it got stuck and it jarred her wrist. this injury did not become recordable until 7/15/11 when she received restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -747,"two employees had transported a 4' x 8' sheet ofexpanded metal from the machine shop to the areai fabrication shop. as they were unloading the sheet, an edge of the sheet struck the bridge of injured's nose. the cut required sutures. ee is not losing time or on work restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -748,"ee shoveling belt spillage from under stopped belt, got right hand too close to angle bracing & gouged a 1/2"" x 1/2"" x 3/16"" piece out of his middle finger, was not wearing gloves. received 5 sutures at clinic.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -749,ee was drilling. drill steel hung causing right hand to hit against concrete wall.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -750,employee was digging the tracks on a d11 dozer & apparently his shoulder popped when he tried to pry some mud out of the tracks. possible rotator cuff tear at right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -751,using air impact wrench on d8n. object flew up in eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -752,employee was installing belt structure and pinched hand between two hard surfaces.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -753,worker installing v-belt pinched finger between v-belt and sheave. finger was cut and tip of finger fractured.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -754,"employee was sent to clean 149 belt walkway, walkway had coal gypsum, clinker stones stuck in grating. employee was on his knee picking stone out of grating where he went to stand up to move, he twisted his knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -755,the injured was hammering a water line to a roof bolt plate with a piece of wire. as he was tieing the wire one end of it struck him in the left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -756,"tech. was torquing bolts with hyd. wrench when it became wedged. while he was trying to get the wrench head loose, the on/off switch stuck. when the wrench head came loose it cut middle finger on right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -757,"miner was carrying a stack of five 12"" x 12"" screen panels weighing approx 25 lbs up the stairs to the screen deck. at the top of the stairs when the miner attempted to raise the panels above their head to place them onto the screen deck they felt a pop in the lower back. this resulted in a strain to the miners lower back. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -758,employee was using an impact wrench to free up the take ups for the conveyor. he was moving end to end. when he went to stand up he felt a pull in his back. he continued to work and sought treatment a week later. on 3/8 he was assigned restricted duties.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -759,ee was on light duty and was helping with general maintenance on the dredge.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -760,miner cut ee's left ring finger while changing segment plates from a john deere 944k loader bucket requiring 8 stitches. miner was holding bolt head as ee impacted the nut with the impact wrench spinning the head of the bolt. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -761,as the ee was helping to repair a crusher he lifted one end of a pallet that contained machine parts as he was performing this task he sprained his l shoulder. the incident occurred on 9/7/12 but was not reported until 9/10/2012.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -762,"employee was installing cutting edges, while cutting spacer plate out of mold board to clean dirt out from behind it. the spacer plate had pressure on it when he cut it loose it sprung out & hit him on his forehead.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -763,"miner was hand-loading building stone, when his left thumb was pinched between 2 stones. his thumb is bruised and has a slight fracture. the dr. splinted the thumb and instructed him not to use his left hand for one week.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -764,employee was cutting liner with hook blade knife. liner was cold and harder to cut than normal. employee slipped and cut his left thigh.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -765,"employee stated: when striking a battery lid with a 20lb. sledge hammer, felt pain to his left shoulder. pain continued to his shoulder and on 7-2-01 went for medical treatment, diagnosis was a strain, started missing work on 7-2-01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -766,the injured was helping splice the belt after pulling slack out of the take-up. while making the splice the injured repositioned the knocker and another ee was using a hammer to hit the knocker. ee accidentally hit the injured on the left index finger with the hammer causing a laceration that required 6 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -767,employee meant to turn on magnetic portion of magnetic drill and instead hit the button to start the drill.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -768,cutting conveyor belt with a razor knife and blade slipped and cut ees leg just above the knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -769,employee was found with bad cuts on his arms. he was given first aid and transported out of the mine.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -770,employee was walking bewteen the track and belt entries when the double door closed on the left heel causing a contusion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -771,employee was changing a tail roller bearing- the bearing struck employee and knocked him to floor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -772,"ee was lossening the 7' cone crusher. he wrapped cable around the bowl and had the loader operator pull on the cable. he put the cable over a 2-inch pin. the bin pent, letting the cable come loose and hit him in both lower legs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -773,"while trying to remove a bearing with a pry bar a piece of it broke off, hitting him in the face. imbedded in left cheek.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -774,"ee was welding on 55 gallon drum. after not ruemoving and caps off of one drum and striking arch to drum causing the drum to explode, sending the lid off striking ee in the leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -775,ee was attempting to use a pipe wrench to unstick rakes. he was pushing on the wrench when it slipped off smashing his finger between the rake &wrench.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -776,"employee was reaching to open a ball valve & experienced sharp pain in his left shoulder before operating the valve. he reported to medical, was treated & returned to work with no restrictions. employee continued to complain of pain. an mri revealed tear in rotator cuff. he was referred to a specialist & was scheduled for rotator cuff surgery on 2/3/10.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -777,employee was lifting a wearplate. the wearplate slipped catching his middle finger of right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -778,"due to repetitive crawling, the individual developed an abscess of the left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -779,the employee was attempting to sharpen a garden hoe when employee's hand slipped resulting in a laceration to right thumb. the resulting wound required 4 sutures to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -780,"employee was being loaded by the shovel, when the bed of the truck raised up and slammed back down. this jarred the employee and caused pain to the back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -781,employee stated they were opening a window in the office at srm mobile shop and while lifting the window they felt a slight pain in the right shoulder. employee was seen by an off-site physician on 10/10/17 and was placed on modified work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -782,ee was dragging ash cleaning #1 furnace. he smashed his right index finger between the pull rake and the ash bin when he tossed rake into the furnace to pull out more ash. ee was taken to er a t hospital where he received treatment including stitches. ee returned to work and finished shift. ee did not come into work the following day due to pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -783,"setting the feeder 2 brks inby #202 spad in #4 entry, blocking the cats to get it high enough to go over the tail piece. was throwing a crib under the cat on the offside, when ee struck their left hand against the feeder and the end of the crib block.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -784,employee was using steam ginny to clean off highwall miner - slipped on wet surface injurying ribs & rt shoulder. went to dr. has cracked ribs & pulled muscle in shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -785,"employee was assisting in removing a piece of fouled drill steel out of top. when employee walked around front of bolter he slipped and fell, knocking his hard hat off. the steel fell nd hit him on the top of the head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -786,while carrying a utility hose up the stairs in unit 4 employee twisted and felt a pain in his right upper back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -787,"an employee was checking out the box on the rotex. the employee was lifting the skirt of the rotex to examine it. the employee did not allow the rotex to come to a complete stop. due to this error of judgement, the employee smashed his hand between the box and the hopper while lifting the skirt.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -788,sustained an abdominal injury (umbilical hernia) while reaching high into wheel group of a komatsu 830e haul truck while standing on a ladder to remove a wedge which weighs approximately 15 lbs. surgery performed on 29-jan-2009 to repair the hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -789,ee was repairing equipment (welding) the flash of the welding was bright and gave him a flash burn on the eyes. the welding shield lens was old.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -790,"left ""pinky"" finger entered pinch point of rotating gear when cement mixer was being rotated by hand (power off) to index the mixer to the best discharge point. ""pinky"" fingertip rotated thru edge of gear, lacerating outer corner of finger. 12 stitches required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -791,"injured was assisting in bobcat bucket change. after spraying lubricant on left pin, injured walked in front of bucket not knowing right pin had already been removed. bucket fell striking injured on left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -792,employee cut left thumb with knife while trimming ceiling tile. he received (4) stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -793,the ee was standing with his foot under a block that was being split with a hammer and wedger. the ee was picking up the wedges from the top of the block when it split and dropped onto his lef t foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -794,the employee was attempting to remove the stem of an lhd hydraulic cylinder. it unexpectedly came out cutting his hand and bruising his chest.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -795,"ee was carrying a 5"" x 7"" x 10' wooden timber with other workmen. they were installing roof support in a return entry. the timber slipped from the ee's hands & struck him on the top of his thi gh. there was not any damage to any equipment or impairment to the operation. ee did not have a firm grip on the timber. no other factors were involved.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -796,"employee was helping install belt structure when his left hand was caught between two pieces of belt structure and caused a cut to the wrist of the left hand, requiring 5 stitches. he was wearing gloves at the time of the incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -797,ee was changing a proximity switch and did not lock out the flapper arm. got his thumb in between arm and bin. it pulled the thumb nail off.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -798,ee was removing a set of belt scales off the belt line #3 belt bk-26 he struck the scales with a 4lb hammer and they fell down hitting his ring finger on left hand causing an avulsion which required surgery and placed off work until the wound heals. he was wearing gloves at time of incident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -799,"1/8"" shard of steel, from mine owned drill, hit miner in left pectoral.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -800,"when removing one of two tramp cylinders from a pallet, the pallet tipped causing the other cylinder to roll off onto employee's left foot. he received a fractured toe and a laceration he was wearing steel toe shoes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -801,improper lifting techniques.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -802,moving the seat wall stones. putting slings under the stone. one employee moved his end to get his strap under and that shifted injured employee's end pinching his fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -803,employee was unplugging spout #2 on the hydrate bin with a metal rod when the slide gate somehow closed and caused the rod to kick back into employee's hand. this caused a laceration that was handled with first aid before employee went to the doctor to get 3 stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -804,employee was measuring screens in the screen rack. a screen slipped and mashed the little finger on his right hand. employee began working restricted duty on 29 march 2006 but his job duties as a supervisor were not really affected.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -805,ie was handling refuse conveyor belt structure and ie felt like ie tore something in ie's elbow and shoulder. the ie begin missing work on 12/10/2019.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -806,ee was lifting a roll of fly pad when he experienced pain in neck area causing him to miss work. strain his neck area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -807,"employee was holding steel, one cut his right hand and thumb against a nail. the laceration required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -808,picked up the hood of a truck to check the oil. strained back while lifting,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -809,"while replacing a long cylinder on #9 press, the winch was attached to the rear of the long cylinder after the center mount had been secured to pull the chamber back so the pin could be installed. the torque on the winch was released and the long cylinder pivoted downward pinching ee's foot causing a laceration on his foot behind the steel toe of his boot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -810,"ee was letting down basket in change room, when he looked up, mud and dirt in basket fell into right eye. ee was taken to company doctor and prescribed an antibiotic, making this reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -811,ee does not recall when he bumped his leg. he noticed swelling about 2 hours before he report-ed the incident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -812,employee was working in the lab. he broke a burett containing nitric acid. the acid splashed on his chest resulting in minor burns. employee was treated at a medical facility and released.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -813,"cutting a lifting waterline (8"") and strained his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -814,"while removing obstruction from jaw crusher, lifting chain broke, cutting ee's finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -815,"ee was building a brattice. he was on his knees, and as he picked up a block to place on the 5th row of the brattice, he felt a sharp pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -816,"in the normal course of job duties, employee was making routine observational rounds when a foreign object entered his left eye (he was wearing safety glasses).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -817,"when reattaching a spring on a conveyor the pliers slipped and the resulting release caused his hand to strike a bracket corner causing a laceration on his left index finger, requiring 9 sutures",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -818,ee was stacking stones and got his finger caught between two stones.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -819,employee was using the vacumn hose and when he started putting it away he made contact with the hose clamp and burned his left forearm. he requested medical attention on 07/10/07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -820,while stacking limestone on pallets employee dropped a limestone slab on right foot,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -821,"using a battery-powered chainsaw to cut out foam stopping. cutting upward so ee placed hand underneath and when ee did this, left ring finger entered the clean-out area of the chainsaw, resulting in ee's finger contacting the chain causing a laceration. had on a cut-resistant glove which got pulled off, wadded up in the chain causing the brake to be applied to stop.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -822,"injured had lifted a roller into place at unit #119 dryer at pinnacle prep plant. injured worked until jan 15, 2010 and was off work until feb 12, 2010. injured stated that his back was hurting prior to dec 9, 2009 and that on jan 15, 2010 he had lifted a 5 gallon bucket of anti freeze feeling a twinge in his back went to see a doctor. mri showed degenerative arthritis.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -823,"a crew was in the process of changing out a transfer belt when a damaged idler became dislodged from the frame assembly and struck the ee in the upper right arm causing a compound fracture of the humerus, a torn tricep muscle and a fractured pelvis.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -824,it has been muddy on the mine. the operator was shoveling the tracks of the dozer and was pushing hard. ee then felt something in the right knee pop. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -825,ee bent over to move cable when he felt a pain in his lower back and numbness in his legs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -826,after being terminated on 6/20/07 the employee said he was moving rock bolting wire and sprained thumb on 5/1/07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -827,"ee was water blasting material buildup in the riser when a chunk of material flew out and hit his face shield of his aluminized hood, causing him to stumble backwards. he hit his head on a vertical beam and the face shield popped off and the open frame of the face shield pushed his goggles down past the bridge of his nose. another chunk of material flew out and hit his right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -828,while assisting others doing maintenance on conveyor #3 employee removed his safety glasses and wiped his face and apparently got dust in his left eye. the following morning the doctor removed small piece of foreign matter from employees left eye. slight abrasion to eye diagnosed. antibiotics administered.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -829,"while removing lead steel from edd 226 drill ee s forearm was caught between the carousel and the hot end of the steel when he was putting on a 1/2"" chain around the lead steel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -830,employee hit a bearing race with a hammer. the bearing race shattered and a piece of metal struck employee in neck. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -831,rock broke and cut hand; needed stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -832,during initial longwall set-up ee was carrying/ hanging sections of monorail with another ee. each ee was holding an end of a monorail section. the other ee dropped his end causing the monorai l to flip up and strike injured under the chin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -833,"employee was attempting to open gates in #3 baghouse. the employee was preparing to use a bar for assistance. when he picked up and attempted to position the bar in his hand, he received a laceration to the palm of his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -834,employee was pushing a steel plate into place when he felt a pop in his left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -835,"while the ee was setting up a ladder to assist a fellow employee who was working on a level above, he looked up and the other employee brushed some dust free that fell onto his safety glasses. when he moved his head, a piece of dust made it past the edge of the safety glasses and into his left eye. the clinic then issued the ee prescription eye drops as a precautionary measure.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -836,"employee hurt right shoulder while pulling power cable on 3/1/09. it was not reported to safety until he went to the clinic on 5/2/09. after an investigation was completed, it was determined to be a work related injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -837,"employee with opening a package with a knife. he was cutting away from himself and hit his hand on the table, sliding the knife into his index finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -838,"transferring shipping bags from trailer to truck, a bag slipped, tried to grab the bag, pulled a tendon in left upper arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -839,employee was operating a cat d11n dozer pushing rock towards a komatsu loader when the highwall fell on the right side and partially covered up the machine. the operator was entrapped a short period of time and extracated himself by kicking out the window glass on the oposite door.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -840,"while taking a compressed spring out of a raw coal feeder, the ee suffered a fracture to his middle finger on his left hand when the spring released tension.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -841,"two employees were dragging a piece of 48"" rubber mine belt, approx. 6' long, from the surface yard into the mine shop when one experienced pain in his upper back between the shoulder blades. the pain and discomfort worsened over the next ccouple of weeks. he reported the injury to his supervisor on 7/15/02. he had a ruptured disc to the thoracic area of his back. off 7/24/02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -842,ee stated he was opening the paint valve on #4 tank when he felt a pop in his left bicep. this became a lost time accident when ee began losing time on 7/8/03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -843,"employee used fingers to switch on electric breaker. claimed arm pain later in shift. employer opposed claim based on facts, investigation and absence of mechanism of injury. in june 2022 dho ruled allowing arm strain. employer maintains that injury is not work related and is appealing ruling. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -844,"ee was operating the continuous miner. as he was backing up, he noticed line brattice behind him. he reached through the opening of the canopy, directly behind the operators seat, to push the brattice to the side. while doing this, his left hand was above the canopy and his left index finger was squeezed between the roof and the canopy.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -845,employee was cutting a plastic thread protector off of a piece of pipe with a utility knife. knife slipped off the plastic and cut employee's left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -846,"employee was mixing concrete with an electric mixer. he was emptying mix out of the mixer with his hand on the wheel, the wheel got loose and began to spin striking him on top of his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -847,"while cleaning up debris after a maintenance task, old steel was being picked up and placed on a fork lift. as the employee picked up a piece of discarded metal there was on unseen ""burr"" attached to the backside. it cut through a leather glove and lacerated the little finger on the employee's right hand",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -848,"employee had been grinding and welding and then wiped his face on shirt sleeve, after which he felt something in right eye. treatment received where piece of steel was removed and two prescriptions given",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -849,"partial tear of rotator cuff and tendon, possibly due to lifting a 25pound, five gallon bucket of material to empty into a dumpster. ee was placed on work restrictions on 11/30/10.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -850,"ee was assisting in making belt splice, in the process of removing belt splice board, ee's left hand got caught between splice board and long-john structure. ee sustained a laceration to back of his left hand that required four sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -851,"while grinding a screw type positioner, the injured employee got a piece of steel in his right eye. safety glasses were being worn by the employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -852,employee states that he was using pry bar and pinched finger between bar and steel plate. on 7/12/00 he was given splint on finger. (reported 7/7/00),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -853,felt pain in left knee and hip while working on locomotive. diagnosed with moderate degenerative changes of posterior horn medial meniscus. had surgery on left knee 4/4/16,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -854,"employee was changing out a heater core, working under the dash. his right hand bumped the piece of metal, re-opening a non-occupational wound which required 8 stitches to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -855,employee was running a press. bar slipped off and cut her finger - required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -856,"employee was carrying roof bolting supplies when employee felt a pain in right wrist. this is a questionable claim. it did not involve any equipment or compliance issues. it also did not involve job skills, proficiency, training, ppe or protective devices.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -857,"lifting 50lb. hyd. ram into truck, twisted as he was lifting. felt pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -858,he was repairing a stone cutting machine. he was trying to remove a hydraulic fitting with a wrench and injured his right arm/shoulder. he was perscribed naproxen and put on modified duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -859,"ee was cleaning railcars using a vacuum hose.ee was attempting to grab hose from another ee. when the ee handed it to him, employee's left hand bent backwards. ee was injured on 3-17-01. ee di d nto report this until 3-19-01. went to dr. 3-19-01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -860,employee was stacking a pallet of 4 inch autumn gold patio rock when a chip flew into his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -861,"trying to remove pin from rub rail on miner. using a racket extension between pin and floor to push pin out. holding pin with left hand while raising miner heads, caught and mashed finger between extension and frame of miner.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -862,"ee stated that he was unloading a 7 7/8 drill bit from his 1992 ford f350 flatbed. he said that he lifted the drill bit, approximately 80 lbs and turned to set it down and felt a strain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -863,an employee was shoveling rocks from under one of the bins when he dislocated his right shoulder. the employee has dislocated his shoulder at least once within the past two years which was one of the contributing factors that caused his injury. a poor angle and too much force while shoveling would be the remaining factors that caused this injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -864,a groundman was shoveling material on a catwalk when they felt a pop and pain in back and subsequently abdomen pain. shoveling excess material on the catwalks is required at the end of each crushing shift. the employee was in a hurry to get the job done and move to the next catwalk.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -865,"the employee was adjusting the screws of the primary crushers blades, a part of the wrench disassembled and impacted the middle finger of his left hand",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -866,moving miner cable out of the roadway he hurt his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -867,ee was riding 3 wheeler to the outside and a piece of draw rock fell striking him on left shin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -868,reaching above head using a come-a-long and pulled a muscle in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -869,"employee was replacing a vent cover disc when the employee strained his left forearm. the employee was assisted by another employee lifting the 40"" diameter 60lbs disc in place when the employees arm gave out.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -870,"employee was installing bottom roller behind take up, they hung one side and went to hang other side when pushing up to hang they heard & felt pop in right shoulder. employee started missing work on 7/5/2022.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -871,"wet plant belt #2 employee laying on cat walk on conveyor trying to brush material off belt and pulley. wire brush got caught and pulled into belt, employee let go of wire brush & hit fore arm on 2.5 inch angle iron.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -872,ee was working in the plant area and felt something blow into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -873,"ie's tip of left index finger was smashed during a repair on a hammer drill. after taken to the emergency room, at approx 3pm ie's finger was removed back to just below the finger nail. ie returned to work on next scheduled day 3/10/13.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -874,he was washing under the scales and hit his left knee on scale.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -875,employee was grinding round stock on the bench grinder when his gloved hand became caught between the tool rest and the grinding wheel fracturing his left little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -876,"ee was tying 1st rope to secure barge to dock. when ee turned tograb 2nd rope, twisted left ankle. ee finished assigned shift & shift after. ee req'd to go see dr on 6/18/07. dr released him to work. 6/27/07 ee went back to dr & was prescribed tramadol & aircast.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -877,"employee was turning a bolt with a fixed point (standard) wrench to tighten it. the wrench slipped unexpectedly off the bolt and the employee's arm came into contact with a metal angle nearby. the employee sustained a 3 cm laceration which was treated at a local medical facility, including stitches",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -878,"ee was unhooking a chain that was between a tractor/rockbreaker and a boulder, had his hand up on the guard rail when the rock breaker slid back and on top of his finger smashing it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -879,"stringing a conveyor belt onto a conveyor for vulcanization. reached end of belt and while attempting to remove belting from the wood core the belt recoiled which caused a nail that was hammered through the belting to cut employee's forearm. affected area was right forearm below the elbow 5"" cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -880,ee was dragging water line from the belt entry over to the scoop. as he was doing so he experienced back pain. he is currently not working and we have not been informed as to his condition of this time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -881,while changing clothes employee attempted to remove a knife from his tool pouch and cut left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -882,"while adjusting the flipper on the shredder, the adjusting lock nut broke loose. the wrench he was using slipped forward and his momemtum carried him into a guard on the machine. this caused a cut above his left eye, resulting in 3 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -883,ee was oiling #5 screen when limedust got into his r eye. was wearing safety glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -884,pulling a 2in discharge pipe apart came apart end sprung up striking him in the face cutting upper lip,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -885,employee was hooking a chain around a piece of pipe to lift a roll of belt. he threw chain up and over pipe. chain came back striking employee. went to doctor 11-9-07. started losing time on 11-10-07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -886,ee was digging lumps out of a silo. a lump shifted and fell on his left little finger. the ee was resting his left hand below the silo opening.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -887,employee was bagging and stacking 100 lb. bags when he experienced a sharp pain in his chest.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -888,"employee climbing onto cyclone to work on a 10"" elbow. he pulled himself up with his arms and felt pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -889,employee was working on #5 kiln when he dropped a plate on his right foot. he was sliding it out of the manlift basket.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -890,"employee was drilling a hole in angel iron metal for door frame. employee was not using the secondary handle during drilling. the drill spun around, twisting employee's right hand and striking ee on back of hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -891,"ee was removing light bulb, when bulb broke cutting his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -892,"employee was co-worker were replacing hold down strips on a vibrating screen. a support tube was between the two, separating their view. employee reached under the tube to reposition the hold-down strip and the co-worker struck his ring finger with a sledge hammer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -893,grinding metal when something got into the eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -894,"ee was removing a suction pipe from a slurry tank. when ee lifted the pipe, ee strained ee's right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -895,employee was on the haul road with his haul truck. there was a large rock in the roadway. employee proceeded to roll the rock off the road and in the process hurt his shoulder. *****1st day of treatment = 9/26/06******,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -896,a rock flipped from the face conveyor striking the operator.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -897,"individual experienced pain in the abdomen at end of shift on 6/7/2002. next day pain was still present. on 6/8/2022 reported to their supervisor about the pain and thinks an injury occurred towards the end of shift when handling sonic core samples (30 inch, approximately 54-60 lbs). this resulted in an a diagnoses of inguinal hernia. pending follow-up with specialist. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -898,"during a part 50 audit, it was determined this injury was reportable due to physical therapy. employee was carrying curtain on shoulder, switch to other side, after picking up roll, he felt back pain. cause was improper lifting. compliance with rules/regs, mining equip/systems not a factor, ppe (back support) and miner proficiency could be a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -899,ee went out to the battery charger station for unit #4. she was changing batteries at the green color coded charge. she was not operating her normal hauler. but because her hauler was broke do wn she was operating a different one on this shift. the jumper cables used to change batteries was hung from the roof with hangers. as she was placing the cables back on the wire hangers to g,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -900,"while moving approx 20 pizza pans, he cut his little finger on left hand, recieving stitches to little finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -901,employee was carrying a highwall miner cat pad and placed the pad down quickly landing on ee's index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -902,"prying a 6' piece of steel, bar slipped off pinch point.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -903,ee has a history of back problems dating back to1994. he decided to have back surgery. plant doctor on 6/12/01 said surgery is work related.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -904,changing screen on findley & twisted knee - no lost time until 7/20/16.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -905,employee was throwing a track switch when ee felt pain in lower back. the employee has continued to work however ee started physical therapy on 9/11/2017.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -906,"ee was lifting a box over the side of a pickup truck when he felt a strain in his lower back and shoulder. no medical attention was required at that time. after further medical exam on 8/30/04, a torn rotator cuff was discovered requiring surgery. this is now a recordable injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -907,the roof bolter drill steel was stuck in the roof. ee was pulling on the steel with ee's hands and when the steel came apart the momentum of the steel caused it to come back and hit self in the mouth. ee's mouth was sore and ee went to the dentist on 11/1 and ee went to dentist again on 11/16. ee quit and we just found out they removed 2 teeth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -908,employee was assisting another employee with a tower plug. employee was unaware that kiln dust had accumulated on face shield. the dust fell into employee's right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -909,"bolting on miner in 2i section, track entry, bad top rock fell out between strap hit ee on left side of face. cut left upper lip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -910,"per ee: ""i was taking a piece of webwall rock off the belt to stack on skid and it slipped from my hand hitting my upper thigh.""",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -911,employee was trying to lift a flat tire out ontoa 10sc buggy and hurt his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -912,ee was pitching stone using a hammer and chisel when ee felt a pain in the right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -913,ee was making a splice in the high voltage cablewhen the utility knife he was using slipped and cut his right thumb. stitches were needed to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -914,"lifting 6"" check valve and sprained lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -915,"miner was drilling a face round with a jack-leg; he went to move the leg forward to continue drilling, when he started moving the leg forward he felt a sharp pain in his lower left back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -916,"the employee was using a ratchet hoist to pull on a 6 inch hose, the hook on the hoist slipped off the anchor point.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -917,"employee was using hand wrench to remove bolts from ride strut on haul truck. could not break loose & had another employee use hydraulic crane boom to push on wrench, the wrench came off the bolt head & struck ee in both hands & cut off part of (1) finger & cut/smashed (2)other fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -918,"emploee was smashing a rock and a piece of the rock flew apart and struck him in the mouth. cause of this injury was attitude and safety awareness. compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, protective equip. a factor, mining equip/systems not a factor, miner attitude a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -919,injured threw a bag of trash into a dumpster & strained a muscle in his chest.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -920,ee was screwing a power conector to a terminator box and a sharp neck pain put him on the ground. he did not fall ee strained a neck muscle hooking jumbo plug to box.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -921,"employee was climbing into cab of truck, had his left hand grasping the door iron and right hand grasping the iron on other side as he was pulling himself up into cab he felt a twinge in his left arm bicep.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -922,"while operating roof bolter #15, the employee experienced intermittent problems with the centralizers closing on their own. during the troubleshooting process the electricians asked the employee to move the boom of the roof bolter. while moving the boom a drill steel broke free striking the employee in the forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -923,employee pitched a 50lb bag of salt into hopper and felt a pop in right wrist. employee was seen by doctor. doctor gave employee a wrist brace to wear. doctor released employee to full duty with no restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -924,employee was helping clean rock off a conveyor and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -925,"employee reported a sore back and the injury was initially treated as a muscle strain - first aid. after the back did not improve, he went to a chiropractor for an mri and subsequent treatments which began on 8/13/07. at this time the injury became reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -926,ee was opening a vessel door on tower floor 1e and in doing so ee's finger got caught between the door and its latch. this resulted in a fracture on the tip of ee's left middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -927,"unloading wheel unit of of mantrip, pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -928,employee was standing beside the flat bed truck when another employee was attempting to unload a ram car boom jack. the jack spun around on truck and fell off truck and one end of the jack struck the employees left foot. fractured foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -929,"ee was operating a roofbolter an auger became stuck in the roof as he pulled the auger loose,he strained his back",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -930,"on 5/22/07, an employee reported that he had gotten dirt blown into his eyes while working out on the heap leach pads. both eyes were irritated and he was taken into the local clinic for a check up.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -931,"subject driving steel grounding rod into ground with hammer. hammer slipped, missing rod, causing hand to hit steel rod resulting in cracking bone on left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -932,"the deceased was asked to examine a corner of a pillar by the scalers. he got in hi-ranger basket w/o fall lprotection over the objection of scaler (1 1/2 yrs exp). while inspecting the pill ar, the basket became hung up on the side of the pillar, when it broke free. the boom sprung and threw both men out. the scaler was saved by his fall protection. the powderman fell approx 5",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -933,strainer slipped off pipe and caught finger between strainer and concrete pillar.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -934,"employee is a maintenance laborer and his duties include steam cleaning of mobile equipment. on or about 12-20-01, a coworker noticed redness in the affected employee's eye. the condition spre ad to both eyes and on 12-27-01 he notified his supervisor. he was seen by a dr on 12-28-01 and given prescription eye medication. he returned his next scheduled shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -935,"ee was hanging a ventilation curtain and cut his left middle finger, requiring stitches, on a cab brattice hanger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -936,"emptying dust box and drill cable caught left foot, twisting left knee (drill being operated by a co-worker).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -937,mechanic and coworker were unloading a utility box from the rear of the service truck and hit back of his knee on trailer hitch causing knee to dislocate. employee initially refused medical treatment until 11/10/2014 when he was evaluated by the local hospital and placed on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -938,"lifting screen from catwalk: in the process his left hand came into contact with the handrail, smashing finger with screen against rail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -939,"when employee was grinding on pulley shaft, he rubbed his eye with his shirt sleeve causing a metal splinter to go into his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -940,employee alleges he was loading stock pile signs on the truck and his upper back starting hurting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -941,"reaching out to swing head of roof bolter, rock fell from roof striking him on the back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -942,"contractor was placing piece of stone into stone splitter. while lowering top jaw of machine, the stone fell forward. the contractor tried to stop stone from falling out of position. the splitter teeth then contacted his fingers. when he felt pressure on his fingers, he jerked his hand back, pulling the skin off the tips of two fingers. the two fingertips required sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -943,the employee was working in the stamler area at the raw end of the plant and while putting the cleaners in the stamler got his finger caught in a pinch point.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -944,"was pulling on a safety cable out of the water to attach to the dredge, when ee felt a pop in the right shoulder. ee went to hospital where it was determined that ee strained the shoulder. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -945,employee felt a twinge in his back while carry- ing a lube can to the cooler in the pellet plantemployee was evaluated by a dr. and was taken off of work on 9/10/01. it was determined to be a back injury on 9/20/01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -946,"employee was putting fuel in rock truck when he removed the fuel nozzle from tank on the truck, the nozzle and fuel hose slipped out of his hand striking employee in the nose, breaking his nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -947,"employee was removing a part, the part began to drop to the floor and employee caught the part with his right hand. employee felt a strain in his right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -948,person was grinding a steel plate when the grinding disk fractured & pieces of the disk struck him in the abdomen area. the fragmented pieces penetrated the abdomen causing the trauma.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -949,employee was attempting to catch a barge by the running line when the running line snapped striking the employee in the left upper chest area causing a dislocation of his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -950,"ee was changing a tire on a scoop tram #705. they were putting on the new tire, rotating tire to line up the valve stem. they had to put pressure on buvcket. when they did this, the tire fell towards ron striking his right forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -951,employee stated was cutting a rubber spacer with a utility knife when ee slipped and cut hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -952,while lifting a spool of tracking cable employee felt a sharp pain in his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -953,"employee was removing bolt from water pipeline discharge flange with a 15"" crescent. discharge hose was attached to the pump which was suspended about 4-5 feet. while applying pressure to loosen bolt/nut the wrench unexpectedly slipped off of the nut resulting in handle hitting the employee in the forehead. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -954,employee was moving timbers when he felt pain & discomfort in his back & neck,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -955,employee strained left calve muscle picking up screen cloth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -956,driller was in the process of breaking drill pipe loose from the top head when a pipe wrench slipped on the pipe and kicked back into his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -957,the ee stated he was loading bolt supplies on the roof bolt machine and dropped a bundle of plates and caused a laceration to his right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -958,employee was using utility knife to cut notches in skirt board rubber for a conveyor. employee was cutting towards body when knife slipped and hit employee in the leg cutting it. cut required 4 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -959,"iw was using a shovel to remove material from a lime stacker belt. a few hours after the task was completed, iw stated that their shoulder was hurting. iw was seen at the clinic and diagnosed with a sprained left shoulder joint. iw returned to work the following day on light duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -960,ee was assisting a crew of maintenance mechanics replacing a link in an elevator chain using a pin driver to drive out a broken pin. while striking the pin driver a sliver of metal became airborne and struck ee on his right cheek causing a cut.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -961,injured party was loading belt framming on a supply trailer when he turned and twisted his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -962,ee was preparing to transport a bobcat loader. as ee tightened up the ratchet strap it came loose and struck ee on the nose.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -963,#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.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -964,employee was performing pre-operational inspection of loader and saw that a/c vent housing above his head in the cab was loose on one side. employee attempted to snap vent housing back in place and shoved hand through the vent approx. 5 inches and made contact with fan blades resulting in lacerated and broken ring finger on left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -965,"employee was helping to remove a return idler from a conveyor, when the idler fell down and cut his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -966,"employee was going to work on the shanks of a caterpillar 992 fel. as the bucket was rolled over to gain access to shanks, a chunk of frozen material dislodged from within the deepest part of bucket, striking employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -967,the employee was cutting the metal banding off of a bundle of roof mats when one of the bands sprung back lacerating his right forearm. the wound required 7 stitches to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -968,"employee was manually priming a sealing water pump. the employee shut down the pump and added water by opening the valve. he then attempted to prime the pump without success. the water he added was converted to boiling hot water and steam when it came in contact with the hot sealing water pump, spewing out and striking him in the arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -969,employee was operating an excavator when a large rock was thrown from the bucket and struck the cab. the rock entered through the glass on the top of cab and hit the employee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -970,the injured employee was attempting to remove excess coal buildup from a transfer chute when he slipped and struck his right shoulder on the chute structure ultimately resulting in a contusion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -971,"ee was removing a dead battery from a cable truck. as he lifted the battery from the recessed box & turned to place the battery on the deck of the cable truck, the ee experienced a sharp pain on the lower left side of his back. ee was taken off work. currently ongoing.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -972,"unloading rocks out of primary housing with a platform hooked to linkbelt. platform hung up on one end, employee stepped on platform, held the cables and tried to wiggle it free, the platform broke free causing a jerking motion. first workday with restrictions 7/07/14",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -973,a rock splitter pulling a rock from a pile caused another rock to slide down pile and pinch his right index finger beteween the 2 rocks causing a contusion and laceration to finger tip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -974,ee was shoveling at the aggregate crushing line and felt lower back pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -975,"while backing bolter out of a cut there was some rock laying on the mine floor the back of the bolter pushed a piece of the rock against the rib. when the rock hit the rib it came up and cut his ear with a sharp edge, he received stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -976,ee was unloading a part (platform for bolting machine) from mantrip. platform slipped catching his right pinky finger. this resulted in a laceration requiring 6 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -977,"the employee was shoveling snow when the accident occurred. as the employee was pushing snow out the east entrance of the dryer building, he felt a twinge in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -978,"employee alleges he was lifting blocks to put under pontoons, the chain came loose and hit him on his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -979,ee was loading sample bags of coal into company pickup when he fell into stairs & twisted his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -980,the employee stated he was loading the lids on the scoop batteries. while lifting he felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -981,"employee was using a sledge hammer to clean out chunks off the dryer. employee hit side of chunk and hit back wall of dryer hurting his left shoulder. employee was put on restrictive duty, constituting msha reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -982,the injured was unloading roof bolt plates from the scoop bucket causing him to strain his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -983,"employee was placing a stone slab into a rack, and while attempting to put in place a brace, the slab shifted and struck employee on his left leg. employee recieved a cut on his thigh and broke his left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -984,employee was attempting to unstop the drill steel by striking the steel with a wrench and in doing so ee struck hand against the drill steel resulting in fracture to tip of left ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -985,he was throwing a miner cable out of the road way. when he felt a pain in his right elbow. went to dr on 8-12-03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -986,ee was tightening a bolt on his service truck when a ganglionic cyst popped up on his wrist. he had the cust surgically removed on 1-28-2000.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -987,employee caught finger in between gear.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -988,ee was working on lining #6 primary mill. he was preparing to take a lifter bar off of a pallet. he had cut the steel band furthest from him and was cutting the other band when the top bar sli d off and pinned his right lower leg. he received sutures to the lower leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -989,ee went to clean up under the hoist motor coupling and was going to give the motor coupling a quick wipe because it was a ripping grease onto the floor. it caught her glove somehow and pulled her finger into the bolt hole. she felt a tug and a sting and when she looked. the tip of her finger was gone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -990,went to climb into loader after throwing rocks off belt. he felt sharp pain in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -991,he was installing a parking brake cable which slipped out of the bracket and hit him on the chin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -992,"employees were jacking a diesel motor which had de-railed back on to the track. when they slewed the motor over, it pushed a flat car off the track catching the right foot of another employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -993,ee was walking in the course of his work duties.he reported he stepped on uneven ground and twisted his right ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -994,"ee was pushing down on the wrench, when it slipped . ee's thumb slammed down ont the metal surface.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -995,"ee and co worker were lifting a 12""x30"" plow weighing approx. 200 pounds from windbox in roller mill though the access door to be repaired. rested plow on door frame and plow slipped, smashing ee finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -996,"ee and other were repairing the hose on the fuel truck no flow when power was turned on, the end of the hose flew off and the metal clamp cut ee right ring finger. he was taken to daviess comm unity e.r. where the laceration required four stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -997,ee was in the process of installing a roof bolt in the roof when a piece of draw rock fell and struck him on top of his hard hat and jammed his neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -998,"employee was cutting splice with knife, when knife slipped & cut left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -999,operator just finished a cut in the travelway and was attempting to back into the beltline. he was on the left side of system when he got caught between the front bridge and the corner of the ribline intersection of the x-cut and travelway.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1000,employee was loading the splitter table and pinched finger between the table and the hydraulic roller.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1001,"employee was using a hammer and chisel to drive a counter weight off a motor shaft. when striking the chisel with the hammer, the hammer slipped off the chisel and struck employee's left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1002,"barge cable hit employee in the mouth, knocking out several teeth and cutting mouth",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1003,"ee was assisting others trying to put a track back on a small excavator. a chain had been attached to the track to apply tension as the track turned, in an attempt to get it over the sprocket. the chain came loose and whipped back, striking the employee in the leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1004,"employee was winding jumper cable leads onto a reel. near the end of the task, the male end hit him in the front teeth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1005,"while trimming slate, piece flew into right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1006,employee was stemming holes when something in his shoulder gave. he reported the incident and sought medical attention the next morning.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1007,employee was lifting torque shaft out of bin at warehouse adn strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1008,"3 workers were cleaning up and moving items from the ground. a metal rub board was stood up against the continuous miner frame. when it started to fall, the employee grabbed it with left hand. it continued to fall causing employee's hand to come into contact with the miner frame. bone fracture requiring a cast. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1009,employee was grinding on a weld when he was struck in the left eye by a foreigen object,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1010,employee was working on shield #71 and using a 4 pound hammer to clean off the areas to be worked on when a small metal fragment became embedded in his right eye. employee was wearing prescription safety glasses. the foreign object was surgically removed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1011,employee was using grinder on a pin and the pin got loose and the grinder caught the pin and caused the pin to go into employees finger (between and beside his right index and middle finger),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1012,lifting 55 gallon drum of oil. groin pull resulting in need for hernia repair. continued working(hernia surgery scheduled 8/12/01).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1013,"employee was sparging an upcomer trying to unplug the line when hot water belched from the line, contacting the employee on the abdomen and arm. case didn't become recordable until april 6, when employee returned to work with restrictions from physician.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -1014,employee was working in the draw off tunnel washing down the floor. while pulling on the hose tomove to the other side of the belt he felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1015,ee was cutting round bar on the hammers when a piece of hot slag fell on the the tongue of boot. the slag burn through the boot and burned the top of ee foot,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -1016,employee was assisting others in building a wall for an overcast when he was struck by a cement block. he received 5 stitches,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1017,employee was cutting conveyor belting and utility knife slipped and cut ee's left forearm. required 2 stitches. employee returned to full duty after treatment and finished shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1018,"while working under a 88-b dragline crane, helping to loosen some bolts, the wrench broke. he stumbled back twisting his right ankle causing a bad fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1019,"employee using sledge hammer, when swinging hammer left hand slid down handle and splinter went through glove and into index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1020,"the section crew was in process of pulling back the section power center and the employee was helping configure the high voltage cable as the cable was being pulled by a scoop. the employee's left leg was caught under the cable, resulting in the employee's left ankle being injured.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1021,"while holding box-end wrench to help loosen bolt and nut, the impact gun being used by coworker on the bolt spun the wrench out of hand of the victim striking ee's middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1022,pounding with hammer a chip came off and went into finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1023,"employee had unhooked a rineco 6"" hose and was going to put the cap back on and hurt something in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1024,this is being completed under protest to abate a citation. the ie alleged hurt back while pushing a roof bolt into the roof on 8/9/2017.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1025,"changing hose on double boom bolter and, when hose broke free, injured struck left hand and machine frame. he cut his hand between the third and fourth fingers. the laceration required five sutures to close. no time was missed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1026,ee was picking stones up off the ground and putting on pallets when he felt a burning sensation in the back of his neck and left shoulder area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1027,while employee was picking up a roof strap he cut his middle finger on his left hand. the incident occurred in the #3 entry of 17 c miner section. ee was wearing gloves. ee received 4 sutures and returned to work the next day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1028,employee was pulling jack leg out of a hole and felt a pop in his left elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1029,"the ee was installing ground support, with a drill machine,jackleg, when he smashed his middle finger at the tip. causing a bone splinter. y2107400272",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1030,he was fueling equipment a grader and we was told that he bumped his shin bone. he sent the office an excused from dr. to cornettsville date 1-4-02. and due dated 1-10-02. we dont have an offi cial date or time of the accident. we go the information from ee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1031,employee was using a wrench to hold a drill head pin. the wrench slipped and lacerated his right thumb. the laceration was sutured.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1032,employee raised the end of a drive roller with a slate bar. he was placing a crib block under the roller when the bar slipped catching his fingers & thumb between the roller & crib block.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1033,the employee alleges feel pain in the left arm and back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1034,employee was loading bolting material on a roof bolter and as he was placing roof bolts on the machine he caught his finger between the bolts and the edge of the machine's cab.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1035,"employees were working on 8"" flyash line to unclog it. system was shut down at time. when the removed 2"" cap to insert air lance, material flushed out striking employee in face. safety glasses were worn, but dust flow blew them off. no serious or permanent injury. system has been redesign to reduce clogs and all caps now have valves to allow controlled opening.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1036,"miner was attempting to empty trash into the bucket of a bobcat. during this process the miner experienced pain in his right shoulder. the following were not a factor: rules, regs., mine equipment or mining systems, proficiency, attitude, training, protective clothing or devices on equipment. the miner did not start to lose time until 9-03-15.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1037,employee was making a rail switch and strained right arm. employee sought medical attention the following day and was given restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1038,ee was carrying metal decking on the upper deck of slope area and decking slid down right shoulder cutting him on right arm between elbow and wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1039,"employee was walking across the shop area. he was wearing his safety glasses, however, they started to fall off and he reached up to push them back on (he had his welding gloves on and shavings fell from the gloves onto his eyelashes. metal shavings got in his left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1040,"while pulling door closed with left hand, employee placed his right hand on the door jamb. employee caught his right index finger in the door by the window while seated inside the truck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1041,"employee was prying on loose material when the bar slipped, hitting his hand on the truck frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1042,employee was changing a floating axle out on shuttle car when the chain he placed on axle tightened catching 3rd digit finger tip on left hand cutting tip off. employee has returned to work on regular duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1043,"cleaning chute with air hose, lance slipped out of his hand cutting finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1044,"employee was helping to assemble framework for a new conveyor. he was attempting to align a bolt into it's corresponding hole, he got his finger caught between the threads of the bolt and the framework.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1045,"holding ratchet with right hand, ratchet broke and cut right palm through glove. right hand needed 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1046,ee was picking up pallets when one pallet was frozen to ground hurting lower back and leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1047,employee was adjusting the position of an iron chute on a pair of sawhorses when the sawhorse moved and the chute fell against the employee's knee. the weight caused his knee to give out.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1048,"employee was removing a nylon cable hanger from a miner power cable and water line. while removing fron a roof bolt the cable got tension on it and as the hanger was removed, the s-hook fastener cut employee's nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1049,"employee breaking up lumps of weathered clinker being reclaimed through grated hopper. used hammer to hit long jack hammer bit, like a chisel to break lumps, chisel in left hand, hammer in right. shard of metal from top of jack hammer bit broke off, striking employee on inside of arm cutting vein. antibiotics and tetanus shots administered, wound sutured.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1050,employee was holding a rock on table another employee spun a rock to the table smashing their fingers between rocks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -1051,"employee states that while he was helping another employee to to move some hydraulic jacks around on a pallet for shipment, he was squatting down and felt pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1052,employee was installing elephant bolt on the pan ram jack on the pan line. the ram jack was not released on the #73 shield and the employee's thumb was mashed between the elephant bolt and the panline.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1053,"the employee stated that while roof bolting, he hit his knee on the roof bolt plate, causing the laceration. stitches were required to close the injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1054,"while inspecting the goulds 3 x 3 pump for condition, the employuee strained his back when he tried to roll the pump on its side.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1055,injured was waiting for mrs units to move when cable was spooled striking injured on head and neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1056,machinery removed from counterweight causing clamps to loosen. lost slack.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1057,"employee was running a loader, employee stepped off on to a small rock. he got back on the loader for 30 minutes. later he complained of knee pain. he was taken to the doctor. doctor found no damage but there was arthritis and bone spurs. employee has a history of previous work and non-work related knee injuries. workers compensation is investigating this incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1058,ee was resetting shims on jaw crusher. ee had his hand under wrench being used to loosen bolt when anothe ee stepped on wrench for leverage causing ee to smash littl finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1059,employee was chipping rust off of steel with hammer when piece flew under safety into left eye. accident was not reported until 2/24/11.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1060,employee pulled himself up on jumbo hood to work on slip rings and stated he pulled his back. he was seen by company dr. on 5/21/08 and again on 5/27/08. dr took off work pending x-ray and wants to keep him off work until next evaluation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1061,rock truck bed safety latch came back and hit ee in the mouth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1062,"while pulling a 6 inch pump discharge pipe, the pipe came free of the anchoring dirt striking the employee below the left knee causing him to fall and land on his left shoulder. he incurred fractures to his left arm, and left leg, below the knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1063,"ee was starting pump to pump pit water to ponds. he stepped on back of frame with bucket of water to prime pump.extra weight on back caused pump tongue to raise off ground. ee jumped from pump frame but pump rolle onto his foot, causing injury to foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1064,dumping small dumpster and levers caught rt thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1065,ee stated he was shoveling belt and turning to put shovel full on belt and had pain in knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1066,installing new screens on s2 - cutting tabs off screen to install - knife slipped cutting leg just above knee cap.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1067,mashed little finger lf hand replacing liners in the finish mill.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1068,employee was mashing trash into a trash barrel with a piece of square tubing & he caught his finger between the barrel & the tubing requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1069,ee reported that his back was sore after running the dozer on 6-2-00. we did not become aware of his injury until 6-26-00 when he advised us his doctor bills were not being processed by our he alth care provider due to work-related nature ofhis injury. no first aid/accident report was initiated by his supervisor on 6-2-00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -1070,"she was lifting a rock, it slipped from her hand and it fell on her left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1071,"while installing a ped pivot pin in a euclid dump truck, pushing the pin, it slid in all at once trapping right fore finger between the pin cap and pin bus.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1072,"ee was observing another ee work, he bent down to check the progress of the ee and when he tried to stand up, he couldn't. was put on light duty until 4/21/03 then was taken off work. this was first day of lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1073,"ee was working by another ee that was welding,hewatched without a welding helmet and burned his eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -1074,ee was chipping hardened cement off a conduit and a large chunk broke free and hit ee in the mouth. medical treatment from dentist resulted in extraction of two cracked upper left teeth. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1075,ee walked around the corner of a electrical box in the shop. another ee was grinding on it and a piece of slag went into first ee's right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1076,draw rock fell from rib to first bolt and knocked employee into roof bolter causing bruised ribs and scratches to his neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1077,"moving a table in the shop. pinched small finger between table and piece of iron, stitches required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1078,"employee was moving the forks on a skid loader. as ee was sliding the fork, ee pinched ee's finger between the fork and the carriage resulting in a small fracture to ee's left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1079,"employee was unloading a box with a ball valve inside it from the bed of the pickup truck, went to place it on the ground and twisted ee's back. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1080,"while moving a metal conveyor stand, ee lost control of the stand, pinching his left thumb between the stand and the frame of the conveyor. the result was the breaking of the last bone in his left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1081,"employee bent over to pick up a rock weighing approx 20 lbs. upon attempt to lift the rock to move it, his back went out.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1082,employee suffered a strain to ee's left wrist while using a wrecking bar to check conveyor bearings and to remove built up material. the strain was caused by the repetitive twisting motion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1083,"employee was cleaning underneath # 19 conveyor belt and catwalk. when employee raised ee's head, ee struck the catwalk structure with the head. employee felt pain to the neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1084,"he and another worker were cutting the end off of the conveyor belt. he was pulling the knife toward himself and it slipped, contacting his knee. this resulted ina laceration to the left knee cap area. six sutures wer needed to close the laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1085,"the employee pinched right thumb between two pieces of 4"" hdpe pipe while preparing the load for transport.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -1086,"water pump had fell over, stooped down and set pump back up in upright position.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1087,"4900 chiller - was moving circulating pump, pump tipped over - ee tried to catch it. strain to mid abdomen. reported accident on monday, sept 26th. to specialist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1088,ee was loading bolter when he stated that he had hurt his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1089,"while building a plywood form, a worker was drilling a hole from the bottom and the bit came in contact with the workers hand above. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -1090,employee was hanging cable. cable fell down and hit him on left shoulder (bruised shoulder).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1091,employee attended morning toolbox meeting on job site. after the meeting he began to walk to the tower and noticed a bug flying around him. all of a sudden he tried to move the flying bug with his hand and the bug flew into his ear.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1092,"ee was tramming roof bolter onto flatcar-lowboy.the weight of the bolter caused the lowboy to pivot at the tranion, causing the frame of the lowboy to descend on ee's feet bruising his right foot and breaking a bone in his right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1093,ee had finished grinding handrail. he lifted his face shield and debris fell into his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1094,employee was grinding a groove in a head pulley when the grinder kicked hitting the employee in the mouth. the employee sustained and injury to his lip resulting in the employee receiving stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1095,employee hit finger while driving ground rod for service pole and received four stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1096,"while cutting rope, employee cut right leg with a box cutter.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1097,"as injured employee was opening a sliding window to talk with a truck driver, whe had to push harder that normal, causing strain to right shoulder (cement dust buildup).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1098,"the ie was using a cutting torch to cut a piece of pin holding a jack in place on the tail of a cm. in the process of blowing the cutting material away, a piece of the metal got in ee's eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1099,employee was crossing the tall piece and put his left hand down on a hot down-drill bit. this resulted in a 2nd degree burn to his left hand. he returned to his regular duty as a scoop operator on his next scheduled shift 31*,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -1100,employee was on 6 section drilling a rib pin and was having trouble with suction and went to pull the steel out and lowered the pot and left hand index was caught between the mast and the pot of the roof bolter causing a severe fracture to the finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1101,"employee was using a sledgehammer to change out a planetary on a continuous miner. while striking the planetary, a sliver of metal struck the employee in the left thigh. the sliver embedded in ee's left thigh. the employee finished the shift and did not miss any time. the employee, then had the metal sliver surgically removed on 09/06/2018. no work shifts were missed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1102,"emp was using a hilti nail gun attached to a 3 ft extension to attach a red warning ribbon to a rib. he let the gun extension handle slide through his hand to rest it on the ground and it hit the top of his foot instead and the gun fired on contact with his boot causing a fracture to top of lt foot. went to er, placed on restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1103,the ip was holding a piece of metal stock with one hand while attempting to use the other hand to operate a hand held cutting tool. the cutting tool kicked back during the cutting of metal and contacted the ip finger causing injury requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1104,ee was running roof bolter & right foot slipped under stab jack cutting large toe on foot (nine stitches).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1105,ee was pulling on roof bolter cable and felt pain in his stomach. ee worked until 6/6/12.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1106,"employee was reaching for a sling which was frozen in the ground. when he pulled on the sling, he felt a pop in his left arm. he sought medical attention on 3/25 and was diagnosed with a bicep tear on 3/29. has not missed work at this time. placed on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1107,employee was loading belt structure into a supply car. when he twisted his back about 7:00 pm continued to work the rest of the shift. employee never said anything about it to his foreman at the time or after the shift. it was reported to me at 3:00 pm on 9-13-01. he has not reported since.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1108,"employee was shoveling 1/4"" product on floor of drier building. employee struck shovel blade into concrete curb while scooping product. employee felt pain in his left forearm and was released to modified duty with no use of left arm and upper left extremities. employee returned to md on 10/17/02 and was released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1109,employee was using a knife to cut a wire tie when the knife slipped and lacerated the muscle below the thumb on left hand. the employee received 5 sutures at a local care facility and returned to duty with no restrictions. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1110,"maintenance employees were loading a feeder onto a flatbed trailer. the flatbed trailer had raised wheel wells. as the feeder was being lowered, a maintenance helper used his right hand in an attempt to keep the equipment from swinging. as the equipment lowered, the maintenance helper's right fifth finger was pinched between the feeder leg and the trailer fender.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1111,employee was unloading a hydraulic water pump and the pump fell backwards squeezing and lacerating employees third left finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1112,"employee positioned a platform ladder along side a ventilation fan to clean with pressure washer. water valve was opened and the pressure was more than expected knocking the ladder over sideways. multiple contusions, right shoulder, arm, ribs and hip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from ladders -1113,"while raising a lid on the battery of a rock duster the employee was attempting to put the bar in place that holds the lid up for charging, when the lid fell pinching the index finger of his left hand between the battery and the lid.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1114,"employee felt flash burn under hood during welding; employee came back to work the next work day. (misreported as first aid case, msha instructed operator to re-submit 7000-1 for this case).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -1115,ee was pulling out the last screen cloth on the bottom deck of the second vibrating shaker when he caught his finger on the end of screen. his coworkers pulled the screen which then fell and s liced open the tip of his ring finger on his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1116,employee collecting data from monitoring well and dropped cover/lid on right pinky finger. resulted in two stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1117,"while painting in the finish mill, employee developed a rash on the back of his neck and upper back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1118,"while trying to open a jammed screen gate with a come-along, employee applied force and the gate sprang open and smashed finger between come-along handle and building brae. (reportable due to draining fluid from under fingernail.)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1119,pulled back muscle while climbing a ladder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1120,"taking bolts out of cutter motor lid and it sprang out, striking him across the nose. notified on 3/5/08 of nasal fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1121,"employee was drilling into a metal bracket with 5/16"" drill bit when the bracket rolled over. the drill bit hit the left index finger. four stitches were required to close the wound",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1122,mechanic was putting away a tie rod off of a cat 789 haul truck. six days later they informed their supervisor that they thought they received a back injury putting away the tie rod. the ee's medical records indicate a history of back pain and sciatica which is what the ee is being treated for. medical reports also indicate that sciatica can be caused by herniated/slipped discs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1123,"ee was helping the mechanic to replace a pin on the hard drive for a d11n bulldozer-machine #573. ee was holding a hand tool call a b + o while coworker was hitting it with a sledge hammer ino rder to drive the pin out. while coworker was midway thru a swing a piece of mud fell hitting his sledgehammer thus deflecting his swing which hit ee in the left hand, middle finger. 5 stitch",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1124,ee was moving some concrete barriers using a barrier lift. there was not much clearance room andhe tried to move the barrier by hand (he did have on glove). left pinky finger got pinched by th e barrier lift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1125,"ee was holding counter sunk bolt up in position while using impact to loosen nut, impact caused bolt to turn cutting palm of ee left hand. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1126,"ee was trying to take a slab of bluestone from its holder, the slab pulled suddenly, hit his right toe before he could move away.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1127,employee strained her right upper arm while attempting to start a pressure washer with a pull rope.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1128,employee strained his right shoulder when raking back apron feeder 2c to clear a large slab. he was evaluated by a physician and physical therapy started on 9-9-04.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1129,ee was handeling bricks and dropped one on his foot,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1130,"employee was opening the dribble chute when hot line dust came out and burned his chest, neck, side and ear.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1131,ee installing grout in hole when grout came out above hole and got into left eye. ee was taken for medical attention and was prescribed a prescription medication for irritation. ee remained full duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1132,"on 08/01/2005, ee reported to his supervisor that he had injured his hand on the job on 07/24/05. he thought he had a metal splinter in his right hand. he tried to dig the splinter out with his pocket knife without success. x-ray & ct scan reveal no metal splinter, however, an absess is present.treating physcian prescribed antibotics. placed on restricted duty on 08/01/05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1133,foreign body entered right eye while grinding.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1134,employee was shoveling product during normal housekeeping duties. he lifted the shovel and twisted and felt a pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1135,person was tightening an electrical ground with a hand wrench. the wrench slipped and the person dislocated his right shoulder. he manipulated his shoulder back into place. note he had dislocated his right shoulder before.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1136,while running wire through conduit workers legs gave out and had a sharp pain in lower back area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1137,"the ee was removing a broken hammer bit from a conveyer belt. when he grabbed the bit, he came in contact with a sharp edge of the bit and it cut through his gloves, into his right middle fing er. he was transported to the e.r. for evaluation and treatment. the wound was closed with sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1138,ee was using a hammer to repair a roller pin and was putting the bearing back onto the pin. when he went to strike the pin with the hammer he missed the pin and hit his left left hand that was holding the pin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1139,"employee put his right foot on a truck fender, and then felt a ""pop"" in his left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1140,while pulling out a starter pan the miner felt apain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1141,ee felt pain in his back while putting screen panel in. he was grabbing the panels from a cart & lifting then to the top deck of the screen deck. he was evaluated by a doctor & taken off work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1142,"employee states: climbed to the top of bulk truck to clear blockage. once i got down to the ground, felt pain and swelling in right finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1143,ee said he was looking back to see which scoop man was coming behind him. when a rock fell out the top and hit him in the back. he rolled out of the deck and grabbed the rock through it out of the deck against the rib got back in the miner and backed it out to take it to a new place. after a few minutes went by ee than said he was hurting and wanted to leave,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1144,"dryer chute overflowed and forearm came in contact with material, no damage no impairment",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -1145,"employee was tossing 10 inch pipe scrap out of area where stacker was being moved, finished shift and went to hospital for examination. chest pain was in area of recent surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1146,"removing broken flights from feeder and injured groin area on 1-17-02 did not go to dr on 1-25-02 reoccurrence of injury and went to doctor. percall to mine, this is a hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1147,the employee climbed up the front of the shaker screen where there is no safe access and was cleaning excess material off of the screen chute. when he finished he was climbing down and snagged his glove on the frame of the concrete conveyor causing him to over extend his arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1148,ee stated that she developed severe back pain after putting on her coveralls and putting her foot onto the bench in the locker room to put on her boots.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1149,"while operating router tool, employee lost grip on tool and cut palm of hand on router bit. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1150,pulling lift cylinders down to the roadway from beltline to roadway.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1151,"the employee was cutting a conveyor belt with a knife on his hands and knees, the knife slipped and cut him above the right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1152,an employee was operating a miner when ee's foot was smashed between two pieces of metal in the cab. the miner sustained a fracture in their foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1153,"employee was performing maintenance on a double dump valve, and the upper flapper was partially open, so he turned the air on to the actuator to see if it would close. the mechanic thought possibly the cylinder was not working and he put his hand on the underside of the flapper and it closed shut and slammed his thumb in the door.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1154,as employee was unplugging mantrip a piece of metal was sticking up causing a laceration on his right index finger. employee drove to raleigh general hospital for treatment and received four sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1155,"employee was lifting axle to set onto cart, his left index finger got pinched between cart & axle. sutures required. no days lost. full release issued",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1156,"while using a 2"" water hose to remove sand accumulations under the transfer conveyer, employee apparently suffered an abdominal hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1157,employee was shoveling on the 1 1/2 floor at the inpit crusher 2. as he swung shovel upwards after loading it with material the shovel hung up on uneven flooring causing straining in the right shoulder ligaments.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1158,employee alleges he got a piece of metal in his eye while he was using a grinding wheel (on 2/14/08 & 2/15/08). he was uncertain to actually when it went in to his eye--he felt irritation in his eye on 2/15/08. he was evaluated by a physician and a foreign body was removed and he was prescribed eye medication.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1159,while hanging fly pad employee caught his left hand index finger on curtain hanger and cut finger requiring stitches (4).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1160,unclear how strain occurred but employee felt discomfort after washing conveyor #12 csr.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1161,"individual was loading belt rollers onto a scoop car when pinching the right pinky finger between 2 rollers, this did not involve any compliance issues, no equipment involved, it didn't involve job skills, proficiency, training or attitude.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1162,the employee received a laceration on his thumb and middle finger when a lifting strap slipped off when changing a battery. the laceration on his thumb required 6 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1163,injured was lifting a lid on a coal hauler when ee's right arm gave out and ee fell towards the ground jerking ee's arm. injured felt pain but kept working and making adjustments to be able to function. on 07/21/2022 the injured was pushing backwards and the pain worsened. it was determined on 07/22/2022 that the injured needed the subscapularis tendon repaired. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1164,employee was using a large bar to pry a rock out of a conveyor. while doing so employee's right hand struck a sharp object causing a contusion and laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1165,"while installing a new piece of c channel on the prep plant, employee pushed on c channel, employees left pinky finger was caught between c channel and wall of prep plant. c channel cut through their glove to finger, resulting in 1 1/2 cut to left pinky finger, requiring 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1166,"while using a utility knife cutting a piece of conveyor belting, the knife slipped & cut the e e's right thigh.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1167,ee was using a self-retracting knife to cut zip-ties. the knife slipped and cut through the employees glove and sliced ee's right index finger requiring 6 stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1168,"employee was changing hammer on drill. the hammer started to fall and he tried to catch it, pinching his finger between the hammer and drill frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1169,"while replacing an angle valve, employee attempted to push valve into place by twisting and lifting it, strained his abdomen resulting in a hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1170,"ee was standing between 2 shafts in log washer reconnecting log after replacing a broken part. come-a-longs were positioned so that they not only pulled log, but also picked it up - caused log to swing and pin ee's right leg between the logs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1171,"working from a ladder, ee was bringing a light down to repair it and felt pain in lower back. ee proceeded to the elec. shop to repair the light. after repairing the light, ee went back up to the top of the homo silos to reinstall the light. ee said the pain became worse after installing light fixture and putting ladder away on top of the homo silo.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1172,"employee was getting out of scoop and had the door open. when he put his hand down to exit the scoop, the door shut catching his left hand. scoop was parked on a incline.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1173,"employee alleges he was taking a 25 ls rock from the 24"" saw and placing if on a pallet when he felt a pop in his back and the pain started medical history ceviled he had the same thing happen 4 other times with former ee and he also has diagneitive disk diease in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1174,employee had removed the bucket from a skid loader to repair it. he had the bucket on a wooden pallet. he had put a block under the bucket so he could get his fingers under it to re-position it. when he was moving the bucket he thought it was over the block of wood but it was not. his fingers got smashed between the bucket and the pallet resulting in a broken finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1175,rail was off scrren and ee got off loader to replace rail. ee lifted rail and strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1176,"employee was disassembling boom on loader when the outer pin lock became detached allowing the boom link to become free. it then fell, striking employee's right hand. employee received stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1177,"injured was using utility knife to cut material.when he pulled it towards his body, it slipped &the blade struck his leg, lacerating it. two sutures were used to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1178,"carrying 50lb bags from the truck to the job site, back & neck became sore",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1179,"helping remove bag former from crate. while lifting it out, felt pressure and pain in abdominal area. stopped and noticed bulge pushing out of area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1180,"employee was filling cement bags when one broke in front of him, causing dust to go into right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1181,loading glue and felt something pull in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1182,"employee was using a hose to wash down a belt drive motor base. when the pump kicked on that pressurized the hose, it pulled ee backwards injuring ee's right shoulder. ee continued to work but started missing on february 25, 2022 to have surgery on the shoulder. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1183,ee was using an electrick mag-drill motor to drill holes in steel plate material when a metal shaving cut the tip of his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1184,"caught finger in screen cloth, while changing screens.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1185,cut finger while bolting top. caught finger between steel and pt #4 entry.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1186,employee was bent over at the waist using an impact to remove bolts on the cutting edges on a rubber tire dozer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1187,employee was drilling a hole for a roof bolt; and as he was drilling he hit the lime stone causing the steel to bend stiking him on the chin that cut him requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1188,finger laceration on left hand while operating machinery. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1189,"when removing drive motor from screw conveyor-420-c-. other and ee picked it up with a bar ee stepped and twisted to the right, he felt a pull in hip and back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1190,ee was operating shear approximatel 4 shields upwind from shear drum-a small piece of rock was throw from drum-hit h and hat push safety glasses down causing laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1191,a maintenance technician at the hartwell site received a laceration to his right index finger requiring 10 stitches. the technician was removing a 6 inch diameter x 3 foot long rubber boot from a 48? dewco vibratory screen. the technician was taken to the hart county emergency room for treatment and released.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1192,"installing and leveling belt structure in 3 east and felt pain in lower back and pop in upper back. diagnosed with muscle strain in between shoulder blades. no problems with ppe, mining machines, training or compliance issues.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1193,a fully trained miner was carrying a belt frame when ee felt pain in ee's back. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved. note: employee did not go off work until 12/27/2022,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1194,"yellow wire holding bacon strap on atrs pad broke causing bacon strap to hit fore head above right eye. cutting fore head. ppe was not a factor, compliance rules/regs not a factor, mining equipment/system was not a factor, miner proficiency was a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1195,"ee was moving truck chains to the building and as ee was getting the chain on the hook, ee felt the middle of arm pop. ee then got into ee's car and drove to hospital where they diagnosed ee with a ruptured tendon in bicep.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1196,the employee stated he was closing a vent valve on #7 heater and pressurized liquid came out of the valve spraying caustic in his eyes and on his body.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1197,"while sliding a small piece of 1/8"" steel plate across shop floor the plate all at once stopped and the force used to push the steel continued through causing individuals left thumb to bend backwards. no open wound occurred.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1198,"placed r. foot on sill step of locomotive, grabbed onto hand-holds and started to climb ladder, felt discomfort in foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1199,ee was dragging hose. felt pain in right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1200,"ee injured his shoulder moving a spool of cable on 1/2/04. he did not seek medical attention until 2/17/04. he con't to work to this date. due to cont'd pain he was seen by a er dr on 2/17/04 this dr was not sure of inj & ref'd him to another dr on 2/23/04. this was the earlies appt available, the ee was examined & it was determined no damage to shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1201,employee was working on a piece of equipment when tightness occurred in his right elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1202,"ee received sutures to his right hand between his thumb and index finger. while working at r-31, he was using a hammer to drive a wedge into a flange and accidentally struck his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1203,the employee was working on bolting supplies on the bolter when he twisted his right hand. this twisting action caused a fracture of the 4th metacarpal bone of the right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1204,a group of employees was attempting to remove a broken continuous miner conveyor torque shaft with a chain ratchet. the hook of the chain ratchet came loose from the torque shaft striking an employee on the left hand middle knuckle. the strike resulted in a fractured knuckle. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1205,"ee states he strained his right elbow while throwing poly pipe over his head to avoid being caught between the pipe and rib. ee continued to have problems with his right elbow and had surgery on october 30, 2006.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -1206,this was not a mining accident per se but a truck accident. tail gate - material stuck in tail gate. driver went to clear debris & tail gate smashed finger between box & tail gate.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1207,"while tightening a bolt on a air saw, bolt broke causing employees thumb to rake across the newly sharpened chain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1208,while climbing a ladder the employee felt a pull in ee's groin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1209,the employee was dismounting bolter. he stepped out onto the wing & it opened crushing his rightankle against the rib. he was transported to theemergency room for evaluation & treated for an acute crush injury to the right ankle & placed on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1210,"ee was taking up cable on bolter and didn't cut reel off fast enough. the cable struck ee on thert. arm, pulling shoulder up, popping shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1211,hit in the face with a pipe. glancing blow while loosing a hugger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1212,"employee was opening a pallet of super bags by cutting the plastic band with ee's pocket knife. when the knife cut through the strap, it then punctured ee's left arm. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1213,"employee was watching cm operator cut down stone during stone work when a piece of small metal came off the cutter head striking employee in the right cheek. ppe was not a factor, mining equipment/mining systems was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was not a factor, miner proficiency may be a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1214,while hammering on a bearing a chip struck the miner on the chin (sutures).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1215,"the operator checked the antifreeze level in the dozer after it had been running for two and a half hours and the hot antifreeze sprayed over his chest, stomach and arms.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1216,cleaning a piece of stone with a hammer and chisel when a piece of stone flew up under safety glass and into eye (left) and stuck. tried to flush out - wouldn't move. then went to doctors. doctor removed piece of stone. prescribed eye drops & released.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1217,"while moving dust with shovel from under door, ee felt a sharp pain in his lwoer back. initially placed on light duty then take out of work on 54-16-01. return to work on 4-23-01 in light duty basis.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1218,employee stated the weld broke that was used to pull slack out of belt causing the eye and chain to strike him in the head. this resulted in a laceration and a chipped tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1219,an employee was in the process of repairing the idle crusher brake. he was in the process of drilling the bolts out of the crusher brake. he was wearing safety glasses but some metal shavings fell into his right eye. he left work to be treated by an eye doctor,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1220,"ee was welding on belt tailpiece at headgate 20, brk. 56, when he felt something enter his left eye. ee flushed his eye with water & continued his shift. ee later transported himself to the hospital where it was determined that his pupil was scratched & they removed a piece of metal, possibly a rust flake. performance safety dept. was made aware of this accident on 6/2/05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1221,"lifting transmission into mounting position, transmission hung on fram4e causing cvable to overload and break. transmission fell approx. one foot to ground. causing a blow to the four digits o f the operators right hand between frame and transmission. causing multiple fractures to metacarpals of hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1222,"employee was working on a cushman haulster cart with a flatbed that had flat tires. he was putting tools away and when he lifted the bottle jack up, he twisted at the same time he stood up and he heard a pop in his hip joint and had pain. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1223,"employee was manufacturing stone which involved lifting heavy stone from a pallet, onto a saw table. while doing this process the employee strained a muscle in ee's back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1224,employee was helping to lift and position a 42x73 vulcanizing platen on a conveyor belt system with three fellow employees. the system was shoulder high. the employee twisted and felt a pop in groin followed by discomfort.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1225,"while helping replace the hammer tips in surface crusher, the tip of the individual's fifth left finger was pinch between crusher roller and hammer tip hold down rod while it was being inserte d. this caused a laceration and some tissue loss to the tip of the finger requiring stitches and debredment on end of finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1226,ee was shoveling at the 15 w belt pony drive when he twisted and felt pain in the left lower side and pain down the left leg. ee continued to work until 6/7/10 went off work due to this injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1227,working on track drill. 2 employees were pulling on pipe wrench when the wrench broke. one ee fell on the other's knees. went to dr. on 6-11-02. became reportable 6-17-02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1228,"employee was greasing head drive and tail piece, he struck old belt wipe resulting in a laceration to the lower left leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1229,"employee attempting to close bulkhead on loaded boxcar. he was using drift bar to align hole in the bulkhead with the hole in receiving bracket. other employee bumping bulkhead with his forklift to push bulkhead in, drift bar slipped catching employee's finger on right hand between bar and bracket.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1230,an employee was removing lube piping while another employee about 10 feet behind him was operating a grinder. a piece of metal from the grinding hit the inside of his safety glasses and bounced into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1231,employee was building super cribs with 7' timbers on 004 section in 5 rt break. he was building super cribs with 7' timbers and crib blocks on 004 section in 5 rt crosscut. he was helping to put a timber on for the top when he stated that he felt something pop in his upper back just below the neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1232,overstressed back packing and handling blasting powder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1233,swinging sledge hammer and hurt shoulder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -1234,employee was installing roof bolts. when he turned to get a bolt he felt the boom hit his left foot. it broke his middle toe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1235,"injured was installing tubing when the tubing fell. the tubing fell approx two feet before striking the injured on the top of his head, injured possibly unconscious for 1 to 5 minutes. he was placed on restricted duty 5-18 and will return to full duty 5-24-02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1236,injured was grinding steel and got a spark in his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1237,ee walked around continuous miner during set-up in face area. the continuous miner operator did not see him and he re-positioned miner on centerline and the boom of the miner pinned ee's legs against coal rib. first lost work day occurred on 3/2/00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1238,"employees were trying to locate a water leak on the miner. they pulled the central pin between 2off side rub rails & pushed the short rail back to gain access to the water filter. reassembling the miner, they were pushing the metal cover in.while seated on the mine floor w/backs against the rib & feet against the cover, the injured placed his foot under the rail & it fell on l foot",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1239,"person was going to change a 60"" bottom belt roller in #6 belt. person carried roller to area and then squated down to remove worn roller. when person squatted down bending his knees felt pain in right knee. person went to doctor on 6/7/01. had surgery on knee 7/12/01 released to work 7/13/01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1240,after medical testing it is determined that employee's condition is an injury. he was working on removing a tubing from a fan and during the day his back started hurting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1241,"cut/puncture/scra-a piece of welding rod is usedto secure the socket of the wrench onto the shank ee had his hand on the socket, when he startedthe wrench, the rod cut into ee's hand",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1242,"he was on the catwalk of the masaba plant changing out a screening plant. while he was carrying the screening plant his arm twisted in an awkward position due to the plant slipping from him, and he felt a popping occur in his shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1243,ee was manually turning gate valve with a pipe wrench and while putting pressure on the valve felt pain in lower back (lower back strain).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1244,"while cutting cable employee slipped with razor knife and cut his thigh. medical only, no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1245,"ee was using a chain hoist to repair the miner cats. as he was tightning up the hoist to pull the cats back into place, it slipped off causing the hook to come back striking him above the left eye causing a laceration requiring 3 stitches. no days lost from this accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1246,"employee was installing some hoses on the mast of a drill, when they got stuck ee pried on the hoses with a small pry bar to move them and felt pain in ee's right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1247,employee was shoveling belt and caught his left index finger between the top and the shovel handle and cut his finger. sutures required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1248,moving a piece of rock from roadway. note: per employee this injury is a reoccurance of a old injury and his front day missed due to injury was 5-24-02. and we was unaware that this was the re ason he was missing until 5-30-02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1249,miner was pulling a portion of a steel cable across a barge deck. ee suddenly felt a sharp pain in lower back. this was diagnosed as an acute lumbar strain. on 07-30-2018 it was determined ee was unable to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1250,employee was stacking bags in the color plant; as he turned to stack a bag he felt a pull in his left shoulder. ***this was not reportable until 12/26/2006 when he was scheduled for physical t herapy.***,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1251,while changing motor belts on the recycle fan his fingers were pinched between the pulley and the belt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1252,ee was working on the bolter when the chain ratchet slipped dropping the scissors (arm pot) on the left index finger causing a laceration that required sutures. ee missed one day to follow up with the doctor and has rtw modified duty until the sutures are out and laceration healed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1253,"ee was in the process of assisting the adjustment of the travel chain. a hydraulic ram was used to tension the chain. during the process, the spacer was ejected, striking the employee and causing a laceration requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1254,"ee was cutting a rubber hose with a box blade. blade slipped, cutting his left index finger. required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1255,"employees finger was caught in a rotating jack leg steel, causing a tendon to break and six stiches to be issued to close a cut on his right little finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -1256,"putting bolt plate on second deck of wash screen-while tightening up bolt, wrench slipped off & hit hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1257,while opening the magazine door the top lock stuck ee pushed on the top of the door and bumped the bottom of the door with his left foot at the same time he then felt a pain(burning) in his lower abdomen/groin area and it began to swell the hospital released him back to work and had a checkup appt. on 9/1/11 at which it was determined to be a hernia requiring surgery to repair,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1258,ground man was cleaning tail screen (using hands) a rock fell and struck rt thumb....resulting in 9 stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1259,employee was opening a valve on a water pipe when it shifted pinching his finger causing a laceration. sutures required. full release issued. no days lost. employee returned to site to finish his shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1260,employee was chopping a rock when it bounced back smashing ee's index finger between another rock at the chopper.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1261,"ee was preparing to reinforce rock that had already been bolted when the rock cracked, striking ee on the foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1262,employee was rolling a 6x6 beam and caught the end of his ring finger in between them.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1263,employee was loading a piece of track rail on a rail car and it slid off striking him on the left ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1264,"when operating slot drill, it appears he got between the drill steel and highwall and his clothing became entangled in the rotating drill steel. the clothing was pulled tight around his chest causing him to be suffocated.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -1265,"ee stated 1/4"" chain loose while pulling on monorail and struck him above upper lip requiring 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1266,"while assisting with the change out of the dump ropes on the 2570 dragline, a tangle developed on the cable. while trying to undo it the end came out of the tangle striking his left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1267,ee was using a hydraulic jack to put supply motor back on track. the jack kicked out striking his right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1268,"while employee was working on conveyor cutting skirt board rubber with razor knife, knife slipped and cut employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1269,"two employees were attempting to move the track, to line it up for the next saw cut. while they were barring the track over, ee hurt his arm. he was told to relax and put no strain on it and was taken to the hospital. injury was classed as a ""strain/sprain"". although employee missed five days, he was paid full wages. he was then on light duty for two weeks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1270,"ee was removing and installing dredge pipe to plant #2, installing bolts in pipeline. sprained lower back. ee is taking a muscle relaxer and an anti-inflammatory medication.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1271,ee was removing rock from a miner when the rock rolled back and caught his left arm between the rock and the miner. medical treatment injury 4 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1272,"the ie was roof bolting and had just finished drilling the 1st drill steel. when ie lowered the drill pot, the 1st steel momentarily bound up in the drill chuck insert pulling it out of the drill pot. ie stopped lowering the drill pot, reached to grab the drill chuck insert before it fell, the 1st drill steel came out of the roof, striking the ie on top of right ring finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1273,employee was lifting a port a power from a box when ee's foot slipped causing ee to drop the port a power back into the box. when the port a power fell it struck ee's left hand resulting in a fractured finger and laceration requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1274,employee was lifting a 5 gallon bucket of hydraulic oil into the bed of an isuzu pickup truck when he felt a sharp pain in his lower back. he was initially examined by a doctor on 2/26/2013 and diagnosed with a back strain and released to return to work. he returned to the dr. on 4/29/2013 for a follow-up and was placed on light duty pending an mri.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1275,employee was palletizing pieces of sandstone when he sustained a sharp pain in his lower back. the injury was not reported to his supervisor until 6:00 am wednesday 1-5-05. he was sent to the doctor 1-5-05. he will be off work until next appointment on 1-13-05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1276,the injured employee picked up heavy steel rollers and frame with another employee when ee felt a sharp pain in back. please note that the employee continued to work unrestricted until 12/20/2018. officially off of work 12/21/2018.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1277,"injured was pulling mule cable slack down 24w longwall recovery face, with several other miners, and felt pain in right neck and shoulder area, radiating down arm. worked next shift, but began missing on 6/8/16 for a right trapezius muscle strain. no problems with mining equipment, ppe, training or compliance issues.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1278,"injured employee was disassembling metal tracks. while using a hammer to remove metal pins, a small metal piece of metal flew off the pin and hit the employee in the upper lip. the employee was wearing all face shields at the time. employee did go to the local clinic and received 4 stitches. employee was able to go back to work that afternoon and was released to full duty. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1279,"when removing hydraulic filter, strained shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1280,miner was drilling out a round in fractured ground. when he tried to pull the drill and steel out of the hole he strained his back from the steel becoming stuck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1281,ee was roof bolting when he bent over to pick up a roof bolt he felt a pain in his stomach.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1282,employee was removing wheel studs from a truck wheel he hit his left hand below the thumb. a bandage was applied but it kept bleeding so he went to doctor and received 4 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1283,worker was unrolling det cord from a spool using his middle finger as a spindle. a burr or splinter on the spool lacerated the finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1284,employee was using a pry bar to hold up a hose so he could repair a loose fitting. the pry bar slipped pinching his left index finger causing a laceration and contusion. he required 4 sutures. stiches to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1285,"ee stated ee was installing the 1st rib bolt on the opr side. after drilling hole, ee inserted top of the bolt into hole and the plate became stuck in gob. ee jerked the bolt & felt a pain in ee's left shoulder. ee was transported outside & refused ambulance. at bluefield reg. hosp er ee rec'd x ray. ee was restricted from work until visit to specialist. started missing on 3/17/16.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1286,"employee was operating the continuous miner when a piece of foreign debris scratched ee's eye resulting in medical eye drops. cause of this incident was employee knowledge. ppe was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, miner proficiency may have been a factor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1287,employee was trimming the edge off of a piece of plywood being used for electrical duct bank. the board was 3 x 3 x 19. three inches of the length was being trimmed off. employee's finger got caught in the pinch point of the sawsall causing a laceration that required sutures to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1288,"employee was walking down a set of stairs leaving while carrying a bucket of tools. while walking down the steps, ee's knee began to hurt. the pain got progressively worse over the next couple of days and ee requested medical treatment on 10/25/19.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1289,ee was moving a stone and felt pain in his chest on the left side. ee was put on temporary restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1290,"ee was scattering timbers for belt lay, as he reached and picked up a timber he felt a pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1291,"miner operator got between the right rear corner of the machine and the rib while tramming the machine. he said the bits caught the rib, kicking the machine towards himself, smashing his right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1292,"employee reported experiencing pain in his lower back, hips and left leg while he was attempting to suspend a continuous miner trailing cable from the roof.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1293,two employees started horseplaying. one hit the other with his hard hat and he retaliated by hitting the first with a wrench cutting over his left eye. the two were restrained and asked to lea ve the plant after first aid to injured's eye. both took urine test.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1294,lifting fan base from pallet to cart. two people were lifting together. one strained back. ee placed on restricted status.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1295,"installing control valve, lifting strap broke causing employee to catch hand between machine frame and control valve when it fell.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1296,ee was climbing onto a rock truck for repairs. he fewlt a sharp pain in his lower bacfk while on the ladder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1297,"ee was fixing feed chain, hand slipped while pulling chain, hitting hand on feed rail. laceration to right wrist requiring 8 staples.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1298,changing mill liners and a small piece broke off puncturing right wrist,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1299,"ee was leaning a piece of brow steel against the rib, the steel shifted pinching his left pinkie between the rock and steel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1300,ee reports trying to loosen a bolt on the chem fuel line up at the down draft calciner (ddc) on the tower. ee states they reached up over head and pull hard and jerk on the bolt to get it loose. ee said they didn't have pain that day but it was hurting the following morning. ee did not report the injury until 1/29/20 because they thought it would get better. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -1301,"employee was bolting on an overcast. ee had put a bolt in the hole. when ee straightened the bolt to put it in the pot, ee felt a pop in their shoulder. ee returned to work the next shift and then began missing thereafter. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1302,breaking bolts on coupling on the motor of id fan. motor's fan locked out. wind coming through fan turned the shaft which the coupling was attached. miner tried to stop the shaft from rotation and was pulled over the shaft.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -1303,employee was prying on bar it slipped hitting the employee in the left eye lid resulting in him getting four (4) sticthes in his left eye lid.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1304,the crew was installing conveyer belt structure. the injured was putting a top belt cradle in place when it slipped and caught his right wrist against the ridged structure.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1305,ee was attempting to troubleshoot the autobagger's layer forming unit when the gate came into contact with his right hand causing a severe laceration to the back of the right hand. he received treatment at the er and was found to have a severed tendon and bone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1306,unloading drill steel off rack when several steels rolled down on top of foot. resulting in restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -1307,closing gate on rail car door. ldw 6/23/00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1308,"ee was trying to straighten the roof bolt back out and it kicked back, letting the roof bolt plate strike his wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1309,employee was setting bits on the shear with a bit wrench and 3 pound sledge hammer. a small piece of metal flew off the bit striking ee in the left arm. employee went for a x-ray the next day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1310,"the miner was checking the tension of the belts on the cimco horizontal crusher. when the miner rolled the belts, ee's right middle finger was pulled into the pulley, severing it at the first knuckle below the fingernail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1311,set up a tri stand -opened it up -pulled his right side of his chest area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1312,"employee was using cutting torch to remove a damaged piece of 1/8"" angle from the roof support on generator containment. employee began removing by cutting the right side where it was connected to the structure. when the cut was complete, stored energy caused the angle to move hitting the employee in the lip causing a cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1313,"employee using mill bar, bar slipped and hit employee in face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1314,cut left thumb with utility knife.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1315,"the victim was in the process of cutting tree, clearing brush. the tree splintered, striking the victim.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1316,ee was lifting a screen with use of a piece of steel as a pry bar when it slipped out from underneath the screen and he hit himself in the right eye with the steel bar. he was told to go to th e hospital one week later by his ee due to the swelling of eyelid. dr rx on antibiotic and gave him a tetanus shot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1317,miner felt catch in knee when rising from diner table after work. next day felt knee catch while driving wedge with axe. next day knee was swollen. has had previous surgery same location from sports accident. notified msha by phone on 4/3 and sent electronic report on 4/13 and have had no receipt of filing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -1318,"employee was in the bolting process when the steel hung up. he put 4' steel in chuck to break free. employee's left hand contacted the screen when the steel broke loose causing a puncture wound to left hand. went to medic, then to er. no sutures required, but restrictions issued.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1319,employee was making a belt splice when the chain rachet broke and a piece of the chain struck him on the right thumb causing a laceration requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1320,"the employee was working on the south bagger chair cylinder. while adjusting the air flow, he bumped the limit switch for the north side and lime blew into his right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1321,"ee was using plaster machine to plaster stopping and when want tip stopped up, he turned to turn machine off and wand tip blew out of wand, and struck him on right side of head, causing cut re quiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1322,employee was hammering stone w/ hammer and chisel. hammer came down on his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1323,"employee jammed his head into an air intake tube, straining his neck. ee did not start missing work until 9-8-03.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1324,employee was stacking stone on pallets. that night felt pain in his wrists. wrist strain (both wrists).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1325,employee was lifting a bag of refractory and felt pain in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1326,ee noticed door open on a psa gunk pumper. ee hit it to close it. the cable holding the door struck the employee's right hand. ee was taken to grmc. ee was diagnosed with a fracture to right thumb and hematoma. ee was released back to work with a full duty release. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1327,"employee was replacing cutting edge on a cat 988 loader, when removing a bolt employee grabbed the head of the bolt and cut left ring finger requiring four stitches to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1328,while helping make a car splice he cut his left finger with belt knife. resulting in 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1329,the roof bolter operator attempted to straighten a support strap with a bolt wrench. the wrench slipped and struck the other roof bolter operator behind the left eye. ee complained of some diz ziness and pain but continued to work until the shift ended at 3:00 pm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1330,ee was moving a grizzly bar. as he lifted the bar he strained his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1331,"employee was attempting to bend a 6' roof bolt and he felt a pop in his left shoulder. as he was straightening the bolt, he felt another pop in his shoulder along with a tingling sensation in his left arm. he dislocated his left shoulder and it popped back in place.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1332,ee was mucking and strained himself while trying to swing the muck bucket. received medical treatment on 6-14-2001.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1333,he dropped a bundle of roof bolt plates and cut his arm. took 4 staples to close wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1334,while employee was hitting the bolt with a hammer the bolt came loose striking him in the mouth. he didn't think he needed to seek medical attention until 7-31-07 & was referred to periodontics. periodontist removed his front loose tooth on 8-14-07. required a partial denture implant.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1335,socket detached from air wrench and struck i.e. on rt cheek causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1336,employee was removing a rub rail from the left continuous miner at the demister cover so he could access the demister. when he pulled the pin from the rub rail the rail fell to the ground and smashed his right middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1337,"while installing a new feeder, there was a rigging failure on a come along which resulted in the cables failing and dropping the feeder on ee's toes. ee was wearing steel toed boots, which prevented serious injury, resulting in ee's big toes being broken. ee is on limited light duty as ee is temporarily in a walking boot. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1338,ee was shoveling when she strained her wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1339,"employee was stretching inflatables to make more room, put a strap underneath the inflatable and pulled, and then the employee felt some pain in their back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1340,employee bent over to move miner cable - feeling sharp pain in his lower back. (continued to work). went to to doctor on 1/19/05 and 1/21/05. started missing work on 1/22/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1341,employee was cutting the metal bands off a bundle of screen wire. went to go reach for another band and cut their middle right finger on one of the already cut bands. employee received stitches on right middle finger. employee did not miss any work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1342,ee was lifting skirt boards and felt pain in abdomen. ee did not start losing time until 9/26/00 due to surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1343,on 6/27/14 the ee indicated that the injury occurred on 6/20/2014. he explained that they had been lying on their backs tightening an adjustment nut for the belt with a wrench. it was an awkward position as they had to pull on the wrench at the same time to get the nit to tighten properly. he felt a little pain in his groin but he said it did not hurt that bad.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1344,employee was using an utility knife to open a tube of caulk. while cutting through the tip of the tube the knife came through and cut his knee. was taken to iu health clinic and was given 4 stitches and returned to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1345,"injured ee was tying a piece of rebar back into place after moving it to clear a concrete wall form. as ee was pulling the tie wire tight, the pliers slipped free, striking ee in the upper right side of mouth/face. this resulted in the upper, second tooth to the right from center, tooth being chipped and loosened.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1346,"employee was cutting belt when knife cut through belt and cut his right leg, resulting in 16 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1347,ee was working his normal job. while moving airlift pipe a chunk of gilsonite rolled down the slope and struck his left hand. he finished his work shift and went for a hospital exam after work . it was found that the left index finger bone was fractured.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -1348,"the miner was moving into the face while the employee was rehanging a flapper on a backup curtain, when his left ankle got tangled up in the miner cable causing him to twist his left ankle. the twisted ankle resulted in a soft tissue injury which placed him off of work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1349,"while repairing a water line for the 52fc crusher the wind blew a particle of grit into ee's left eye. wash eye out with water,experienced irritation. examined by dr & prescribed antibiotic eye ointment. was wearing safety glasses at the time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1350,ee opened a manhole to a baghouse hopper and was accidently contacted by dust from the baghouse. accident still under investigation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1351,"cutting band on bolts when the end of the band flipped and hit his forearm, cutting him.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1352,"ee used conduit to pull himself up to the top ofscrew conveyor rather than using a ladder. at the time, it was believed to be a strained shoulder. he had surgery on 6-3-02. he had calcific ten dititis and a tendon tear. his shoulder is to remain in a sling for 6 weeks. the dr. anticipatesthat it will be six months before he can do unrestricted heavy activities.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1353,employee was shoveling lime on the kiln firing floor and suffered a dislocated elbow from awkward movement.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1354,"ee was attempting to uncouple the air hose between the rail car & the trackmobile when the closing valve malfunctioned, striking the ee in the jaw, fracturing the left cheek bone.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,No Value Found -1355,"employee was beating a rock out of the grizzly bars with a sledge hammer, experienced pain in left elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1356,employee was skinning cable back to splice leads together and cut his thumb requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1357,"the ee was removing a tag trap from a conveying line. when the trap was free it began to fall off ladder approx. 3'off the ground. the ee grabbed it to prevent it from falling, it jerked his arm causing his shoulder to ""pop"".",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1358,employee was operating a loader when company co-worker tossed a rock at loader and it hit the right side loader window. window shattered and glass went into the employee's palms. employee was taken to company doctor on 3/7/06 and a fragment was removed from the left palm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1359,"while employee was moving the cover plate off the scoop, using lift magnet to lift up steel, the magnet let loose and dropped the steel onto employees left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1360,"employee was working in steel plate. flipped the plate over, fell on his right hand, pinching finger between steel plate-bench.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1361,"ee stated that he was attempting to hand a continuous miner cable on the company no.002 sec. while pushing against the cable to secure it against the rib, his knee have way and the knee cap was out of place. the ee stated that he set the knee cap back into place.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1362,"employee was operating the excavator, when it became hung up on a large rock, the rock broke loose causing the excavator to drop back on the ground jarring the employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -1363,employee was in the basket long-bolting. he was changing drill steel when the drifter moved and came down on his hand therefore pinching it between the boom and man basket.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1364,"employee and witnesses were changing inline mixers on slurry line feeding #1 belt press. after completing the job, employee was cleaning up old pipe. when he lifted a piece of pipe that was 6"" and approximately 4' long, he felt something tear in his left bicep.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1365,"while pushing sand and gravel material in the pit for production, employee raised blade of dozer and dozer jumped up. employee felt a sharp impact on the lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1366,he was replacing an undercarriage on a 800 trackhoe. the air gun he was using caught his right hand and cut his ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1367,employee struck the back of left hand on a truck door causing an acute displaced facture in left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1368,"using a jack to raise up belt drive, bar on jack broke and cut his leg. sutures required - no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1369,injured was checking battery on the lo trac when the battery box lid fell striking injured left rings finger. this resulted in a tip fracture and laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1370,while holding a wire tie knife slipped & cut thumb on left hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1371,"a 6"" idler roll fell on top of left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1372,"ee reached over the top of engine to take off oil filter and pulled lower back muscle, on thursday 2/3/05. at 10:30 am on monday 2/7/05 he was hammering wedges in on screen plant and pulled same area again. left work at 12:00 noon to rest strain. after dr. visit & drug screen was placed on light duty work until re-evaluation on 2/14/05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1373,employee was trimming a blast hole casing tube with a hand saw when the saw slipped off of the casing and cut their left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1374,"cleaning up at shovel. corner of blade hooked on scarp, twisting cat, which resulted in ee being twisted & back wrench. had been wearing seat belt. physical therapy per dr. off on 9-25, only t ime he could see physician. 9-26 & 9-27 regular scheduled days off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -1375,"employee was removing rock from continuous mining machine. he twisted and felt a sharp pain in his back. he stood up quickly and struck his head on the roof, then fell and hit his head on the mining machine.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1376,miner was making repair. he was turning a wrench in upward direction when he injured his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1377,employee states he was arc welding when a piece of hot slag flew onto his neck causing 2nd degree burns.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -1378,employee was removing stones from conveyor belt and placing them on a pallet. his finger was pinched between two stones. contusion to 5th digit of r hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -1379,ee was putting up roof bolts and a roof plate struck his nose,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1380,opening a sliding fence gate. pinched right pinky in roller guide. required an x-ray and stitches. hairline fracture at base of pinky.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1381,"equipment mechanic was draining hydraulic oil from the resevoir on a fel and oil splashed on the employee's face and entered his eyes. the eyes were immediately rinsed out and the employee remained at work. the following day, 12/9/06, the employee complained of irritation in the right eye, a doctor found his eye to be normal, but prescribed eye drops for the irritation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1382,"employee stated while walking through x-cut puit hand out for balance and cut hand on top, cut was caused by metal band.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1383,"ee was clearing debris using a hammer and chisel. ee felt something hit leg and felt a small bit of blood on ee's leg. ee reported it to us on 12/16/19, ee was taken to the dr. who ordered x-rays. the x-ray was read on 12/19/19 and it was found that there was a .3cm fragment. they attempted to remove it and did not find it. this caused ee to receive a single stitch on 12/19/19.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1384,employee was placing a gearbox (5lbs) on a reactor and when ee tried to stand up ee felt a tightness in lower back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1385,truck #846 10 ton slid off the jacks pinning ee's right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1386,employee was cutting a piece of rubber when the knife slipped and cut his right thigh. there was no lost time or restricted duty. sutures were required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1387,employee was bending over a railing to clean out a pin-mixer when he felt a sudden pain in lower back. he visited chiropractor several days later; x-rays reveal a slipped disc in lumbar region. no work for 2-4 weeks as per doctor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1388,employee was removing a piece of track rail from between the tracks. he smashed his left index finger between the piece of rail and the tongue on a locomotive.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1389,"while using 1 7/16 wrench to loosen bolts on 5"" coupling, felt a pop in left shoulder after reviewing medical documents it is concluded this is a degree 7 injury",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1390,"the employee was unloading stone from a pallet for cutting, when a large stone slid from the pallet crushing the employees finger between the stone and the cement floor. traumatic finger injury to middle finger of right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1391,while striking a belt splice pin with 28 ounce framing hammer a small piece of material struck the ee on the right side of the neck leaving a piece of metal embedded in the neck. the piece had to be removed by a dr & the wound closed by suturing ee was released to full unrestricted duty,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1392,"pinched little finger on right hand while shoveling out from under the crusher, doctor lanced finger nail to reduce pressure on nail. employee reported injury to manager after being terminated due to reductions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1393,"while an employee was assisting carrying an injured contractor to an ambulance, the employee injured their shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1394,employee was using a pipe to unstop a screw conveyor and the pipe struck the employees hand causing a bruise.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1395,employee was putting waterlines back on longwall shields. he was beating a seized coupler with a pick hammer and struck his left pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1396,bending roof bolts and twisted knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1397,employee was operating backhoe. when moving backhoe off muck pile machine shifted causing oeprator to hit boomc ontrol lever which jarred himself.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -1398,ee was welding bit lugs on right continuous miner between shifts and got a piece of slag in his right eye. he drove himself to a clinic after work and had it removed. he returned to his regular scheduled shift today (5/26/10) and to his regular job as section electrician.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -1399,ee was replacing head jack on fletcher bolter. ee was using a drill steel as a prybar. bar slipped and employee smashed left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1400,a maintenance mechanic was welding and stopped to chip at a piece of shim plate and when a piece of the metal flew back at him striking him in the arm. the incident was initially treated with first aid measures. the employee recently sought medical treatment due to possible infection.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1401,"changing screens on wash deck, another employee was handing employee a screen, it started to fall while trying to grab it thumb went into hole twisting thumb and wrist on right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1402,employee was struck in the nose by a pry bar he was using while repairing a jumbo drill. employee did not experience any complications until 2 months following injury. in may of 2006 surgery was required to address subsequent complications.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1403,"employee felt pain in back while removing 25lb tool bag from shelf. as employee was removing the bag, the bag slipped from his grasp and he attempted to grab the bag and experienced the pain in his back. employee has experienced several incidents with chronic back pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1404,"degenerative disc-arthritic condition-developed in mine environment, which contributed & caused his weakened disc/back condition.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1405,he was using a pry bar to change a track rail when he lost control of the bar and struck himself on the top of his handset. *we dispute the allegations in citation #8055896 and submit this report solely to abate the citation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1406,"employee picked up a section of 6"" plastic pipe that was full of dry mud. as he lifted, he felt pain in his back. employee has continued to work since date of injury, however, due to continued pain, an mri was completed. the findings of two herniated disks was reported on 9/20/06.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1407,"(2 employees were injured in this accident). drilling - 7"" casing (holds core sample) kicked out of mast, striking employee above right eye causing laceration (stitches required).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1408,"employee was installing the last inside bolt in 5-right, when the canopy of the roofbolter came down striking in the head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1409,"pulling curtain out of gob, felt pop in right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1410,"the injured employee along with another person were returning oxygen & acetylene tanks and cutting torches to the storage area. the injured unloaded the oxygen tank and when he bent over to unload the acetylene tank, he strained his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1411,"while installing 3"" water line, support chain broke, 3"" pipe fell and struck employee's left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1412,employee stated ie and another worker were in the process of replacing the rub rail on the 6927 cm. they set the rub rail on the bracket and was in the process of pushing it on in. ie had finger caught between the rub rail and the frame on the miner. ie received stitches on 8/3/2021 and a skin graft.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1413,employee were working on installing pump and landing plate fell and contacted thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1414,the ee felt something in the eye after doing a shutdown job. he did not report the injury until several days afterward.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1415,"mechanic received a crush injury to right thumb resulting in amputation of right thumb nail bed to tip of thumb. mechanic was lowering a 350 hp electric motor to motor base utilizing an electric crane hoist and had thumb positioned in the ""line of fire."" electric crane performed as designed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1416,lumbar strain sustained while carrying used shoes away from the vertical shaft crusher for disposal. medical attention was requested on 05/18/2020.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1417,ee was in off road truck when backhoe operator hit off road truck with bucket jarring and shaking up ee,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -1418,ee stated he was lifting a motor out of the bed of truck to put on 2 wheel cart and felt strain in lt. groin. *.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1419,strained lower back while straightening bags on conveyor line.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1420,employee was fire bossing when he bent over to pick up supply line and felt pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1421,ee was attempting to realign material that he was hauling on a scoop bucket. as he pushed against the material he felt pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1422,was working on a sealant machine preparing to seal stopping. as he turned the machine on the valve was open and sealant starting striking him in face and eyes. began missing time on 7-16-03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1423,"hook on e-z lift broke, vac hose fell.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1424,"worker pulling on come-a-longs, prying with pry bars, pulling chainfalls, unsure what work he was performing when accident occurred.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1425,injured was checking a stuck slider (ventilation tubing) when the slider came loose and hit his rt. shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1426,ee was sweeping out the cab of a truck & something blew into his eye. the particle was embedded in his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1427,employee was cutting cardboard with a straightedge and a razor knife. knife slipped over straightedge and cut thumb of left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1428,"preparing to cut lug from drum of shear, face rock fell against drum, catching left hand between rock and drum. ee taken to er for treatment, transfer to louisville for surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1429,the employee was shoveling dirt when he felt a pop and burning feeling. it resulted in a rotator cuff sprain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1430,a piece of rock fell on ee's back while he was bolting the roof.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1431,employee was placing scrap metal into a recycle bin. he noticed a length of conduit sticking out over the top of the container. he reached up and started to push it into the container. his left forearm grazed a sharp pipe that was also sticking up resulting in a cut to the left forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1432,employee was walking by the fct. he put his hand on a box of the fct and a rock fell from the back striking his hand and splitting it open.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1433,"employee was working in section ""j"" cell, line 30, when a blank cathode got hung up on a sleeper. the blank cathode came off of the strongback, landing on the employee's left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1434,"employee states he was filling water wagon. he hooked up fill hose but forgot to put staple in to secure it. when he turned the water on, the hose came out, striking him in the right forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1435,the pinner was moving down in the power entry. the rell was full and the pinner was dragging cable. the ee was pulling on the cable to hang it when he strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1436,strained wrist by pushing/pulling wrenches and holding metal in awkward places. ee did not go to doctor until 12/18/00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1437,employee was on knees shoveling beltline and removing belt structure that was stuck in muddy bottom conditions. employee felt pop sensation and pain in lower back when trying to remove stuck piece of belt structure. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1438,"employee stated that while attempting to remove a drill steel from a roof bolt hole on the 13 left section. while doing so he had his left hand resting on the drill head when the steel fell and struck his hand, causing a bruise.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1439,injured was recovering belt structure and he set a piece of structure against the rib. the structure fell striking him on the lt. wrist causing a contusion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1440,"ee was using a cutting torch when a hot piece of slag rolled into his boot. (he was wearing an open type boot.) by the time he got it off, his leg was burned badly.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -1441,"employee was working on the secondary screen grinding on its rails. employee advised employee felt something land in eye, but did not think anything of it. employee advised employee was wearing safety glasses. employee continued to work from the date of incident (friday) into tuesday 10/12/21 before advising what had occurred and that the eye was irritating employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1442,miner was hitting a chisel with a hammer and the chisel slipped pinching his finger. this miner required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1443,"employee was removing rocks from the shuttle conveyer. as he threw a rock, his finger got pinched between the rail and the rock lacerating his left index finger. two sutures were required to c lose the wound. this is a medical treatment injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1444,employee was attempting to remove couplings and a shaft from an fk pump drive bearing. the shaft slipped from the employee's grasp and smashed the employee's left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1445,he was picking up jacks and twisted his ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1446,operator was getting on d11 dozer when he twisted his knee climbing up onto the dozer. operator said this is the same knee he had surgery on a few weeks ago.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1447,"employee was taking down supply doors at brk 87 on the long wall. employee laid the first door against the rib. as they were dismembering the second door, the door against the rib fell, striking employee on top of his right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1448,"while checking the teeth on a bucket, the employee put his left hand on a tooth to lean down and check underneath. the metal was extremely hot and burned the palm of his left hand. employee was seen at nnrh where his hand was bandaged and he was released to light duty for two shifts.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -1449,"on 6/8/15 the employee was taken to the company clinic, diagnosed with a right index finger laceration and fracture and was placed on restricted duty which was accommodated. the employee pinched his finger between a pin and an auto leveler guard on a loader during a repair.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1450,"injured was helping pull slack up in the miner cable & water hose. a water hose coupling caught on the hanger. the tension caused the roller cable hanger to be pulled down just as the injured employee walked into the ""v"" to check it. the coupling struck the injured on his hard hat and pushed it into his safety glasses which resulted in a laceration to his right lower eye lid.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1451,miner was helping to remove a guard at the end of a raw grinding mill and said he felt some discomfort in his back but did not want medical attention at the time. 1/14/2011 miner was having some back spasms and requested to see a dr. dr diagnosed a sprain on the right side of his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1452,employee was pushing block through the chopper window when he felt a pull in his back. he was wearing a back safety belt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1453,"employee was breaking fittings loose on bottom winch line on deck with a 1 1/4"" wrench to repair a hydraulic leak when wrench slipped and hit him in the face chipping two front teeth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1454,ee was pulling a piece of drawrock when it came out behind him strucking his right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1455,"while the employee was pulling a hand truck that was jammed, when it freed itself, it impacted ee on the index finger of the right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1456,ee was cleaning out castables out of vibrator cooler when some of it freed & splashed up in his face. ee was wearing goggles.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1457,employee was moving pole bridges at a shovel. employee was struck by the cable knocking her to the ground resulting in a laceration to her left elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -1458,***7000-1 not submitted at time of injury in error. realized mistake and filing as required*** uneven ground / icy conditions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1459,"ee was bolting roof when his starter stick fell out of the hole and landed on his right hand, pinching his hand between the starter stick and pusher, causing a puncture/laceration right hand between thumb and index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1460,employee was working on the longwall face and was struck in the forehead by a chain causing laceration. medical treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1461,ee stated he was helping replace a pipe fitting by using two pipe wrenches and one of the wrenches slipped on the fitting and caught his finger between the wrench handle and a sheeting grid ag ainst the wall.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1462,employee was packing a crib block into 2 left when he fell causing the crib to strike his hand. the ee went into the dr and was placed on restricted duty. he had a follow up visit for 7-23-02 which he cancelled. he returned to the dr on 7-31-02 at which time the x-rays showed a fracture to his right hand. his hand was casted and the ee was released to restricted duty for 8-1-02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1463,"while laying on ee's side, employee was pulling the coolant tank under the band saw when ee heard/felt a pop in ee's left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1464,employee was tossing a rope across a small dewatering hole to another worker.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -1465,"operator was struck in the face by a spring while adjusting a griding mill, resulting in a cut onhis face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1466,"miner was rock bolting right rib, turned to left & heard pop in left shoulder while lifting jackleg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1467,"employee was changing a 6"" by 84"" bottom roller on the #2 north 72"" bolt. one end of the roller was in a bracket, and ee had positioned his right shoulder under the roller to lift the other en d in place. he thought it was secured, but when he released the roller, it fell against his shoulder, causing pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1468,"the employee was adjusting a spray nozzle for dust control, to do this, the tie-wrap needed to be cut and replaced. while cutting the tie-wrap, the hose and nozzle started to fall. the employee, using his free hand attempted to grab the hose as he cut through the tie-wrap. the momentum of his hand coming down resulted in a laceration to his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1469,working on crusher a piece of debrie flew up and hit paul in the mouth,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1470,"injured was lifting a heavy plate with a helper felt several pops in his elbow joint causing loss of strength in lower arm. ppe was not factor, mining equipment/systems was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was not a factor, proficiency was a factor. this injured became a lost time injury on 10/3/2013, he worked everyday until 10/3/2013.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1471,cutting bottom out of pint cup to tape together,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1472,ee was transfering a 50 lb bag of material from one pallet to another. as employee twisted she felt pain in her lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1473,"ee was pushing on 4"" plastic pipe xc 33 north mains to align coupler, felt knee pop. strain to left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1474,the employee was putting cable slings on the dolly arm. the employee's left ring finger was caught in one of the straps when the sling tightened. the employee pulled hand back resulting in fingernail being torn off.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1475,"piece of rock projected from miner tail, striking ee on right side of head. required four sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1476,shoulder strain from lifting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1477,the injured had cut the old bolts off the idler bracket & was using a hammer to knock the bolts out. when he hit the bolt the washer flew up andhit him in the mouth which chipped his tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1478,"employee was punching a hole in panning tin with a rock pick when the head broke off, striking injured employee, causing minor lacerations.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1479,employee was working on the 513 dust collector and fine dust fell on him from up above causing his throat to be irritated.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1480,employee was knocking a tooth off hte loader bucket. he struck it with a hammer and a piece chipped off striking him the abdomen. dr's removed the imbedded metal and applied two stitches to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1481,ee was swinging a sledge hammer at a steel wedge. the hammer glanced off causing the ee to cut his left hand on the steel wedge.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1482,cutting a grease line when razor blade slipped and cut right thigh,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1483,"employee was installing shims on a cyclone pump barrel. while using a 5"" pry bar to lift the barrel he felt pain in his rib area. was evaluated by a physician and was diagnosed to have a rib fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1484,employee was pulling on a diamond wire to free it after it had become frozen over night. during the process felt pain in lower abdomen. visit to doctor confirmed that it was a hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1485,employee used poor hand placement while getting off of vsi lid ee was repairing. employee was also not wearing gloves during the time of injury. poor hand placement on pivot point while getting off of equipment caused left pinky to get caught between vsi lid and attach point. the result was employee fracturing the tip of the right pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1486,employee was inspecting snub drum and was walking under 15 conveyer and struck head on frame work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1487,"two miners were shoveling under c-21 splitter gate, located at the north east side of the wet plant. one miner shoveled in the direction of the other miner and hit the second miner on accident in the upper lip, busting it open.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1488,when working on a piece of equipment ee's knee popped when he stood up.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1489,"during installation of 6"" channel iron steel members, one section slipped off restraining clamp. when it fell ee attempted to catch it, causing one end to contact him on the chin this caused a laceration which was treated and required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1490,on stone splitter at quarry 3.7 miles west of i-35 was cutting stone while moving a stone another stone flipped & mashed his middle finger on right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1491,"employee attempted to move a beam by hand and as he shifted the beam his left glove got caught between the beam and cribbage it was resting on, resulting is smashing the flesh of his left hand middle finger tip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1492,"ee hyper-extended his right knee, when he stepped onto the boom platform that was lowered while roof boltng",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1493,two employees were changing curtain liners in the impacter (crusher). they each lifted one end of the curtain liner. ee said he strained something. he reported pain & swelling in the groin area on 26 may 2004. he was seen by dr. on 26 may 2004. there was no medical treatment or medication @ that time but surgery was planned to repair hernia. ee was allowed to continue to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1494,"employee was in the process of retrieving a rope, that had been thrown over the bank, for cable removal. he came up from the bottom of the bank and when he pulled on the rope rocks came down from the bank and hit him. the employee lost his balance and fell causing injury to his shoulder. he was taken to the clinic.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -1495,large piece of stone came off belt and crushed finger between another piece of stone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1496,the ee was assisting in the replacing of the guard for d3-be3. while securing the guard two fingers on his left hand became pinched.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1497,the miner was de-energized. ee was moving cables to prepare to cut a corner.he put the rope on the bolt on top of the j-hook and went outby the miner.he started the miner and the rope slipped off and he leaned in to pick the rope up and was pinned against the rib with the boom of the miner.he freed himself and walked to the front of the miner.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1498,complained of lower back pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1499,"ee was helping a contractor move a belt fusing machine along a walkway. he mashed his right little finger, causing a contusion/laceration of the fifth digit.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1500,"employee was helping other employees change out a conveyor when a rock that was lodged in a roller broke loose and shot out at the employee, hitting ee in the chin. ee received 6 stitches and 1 day lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1501,foreign matter in left eye ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1502,"an employee was operating a roof bolter when he felt something enter his right eye. the employee flushed his eye and later his eye become irritated & he sought medical attention. he had a piece of trona or shale located in the upper eye lid which was removed. the employee was given a prescription as a precaution to treat infection, thus constituting medical treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1503,"contract employee was shearing belt with shears when they slipped from grip and lacerated a thumb. the following were not a factor: rules, regulations, mining systems or equipment, training, protective clothing or devices. attitude may have been a factor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1504,ee was drilling test hole and laid his hand on boom of roof bolter and raised the boom up catching his rt. 2nd finger on the rt. hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1505,ee getting steel off rack and caught foot on rack twisting left knee. ee did not seek medical treatment until 10/10/2022 and was then placed on restricted duty following further testing. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1506,employee was opening a valve and ee's right index finger was pinched resulting in a laceration and fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1507,"employee was tasked with removing screening panels held in place by wedges. while trying to remove the wedges with a hammer, the employee's hammer missed the intended target and struck employee's left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1508,stress/physical fatigue that caused a sharp pain in neck resulting in a neck strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1509,employee bent down to open a valve on water tank and felt a twinge in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1510,"employee was trying to remove a taper lock from a tail pulley using a hammer and punch. a small piece, the size of a pen tip, broke off the punch and stuck in left cheek. it was removed with tweezers and antiseptic wipes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1511,"two employees were dragging a tool box from a x-cut to be loaded onto a getman tractor. after completing the task, one felt a sharp pain in his left side which continued to worsen during the r emainder of the shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1512,"an employee was removing chute door. when they removed last bolt, door fell and rolled over the foot of another employee that was observing the work. employee worked the rest of the day then stated the foot hurt. employee was sent to clinic and diagnosed with a bruised great toe. employee was placed on light duty, and was released to full duty on 10/24/2017.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -1513,ee was plastering stopping when a few of the cinder blocks fell on him.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1514,employee's finger became caught in the locking cross bar of a step ladder causing a laceration which required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1515,"installing wear bars. pry bar slipped and struck employee's left eyebrow, resulting in 3 cm laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1516,"ee was assisting bld fence for pillar recovery area. while lifting a roll of 1/2 inch cable ee felt a pop in his left shoulde.r initially the ee didnot feel that medical attention was necessar y. after a new days of discomfort and pain, the ee asked to go to the dr. a smucle strain was diagnosed on 4-9-03 and an anti inflammatory and pain injection was adminstered. the ee was relea",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1517,"while getting 6' pa bolt from back of roof bolter, bolt slipped fell and hit his left foot causing contusion to top side of foot. 6th north panel #9 entry.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1518,ee was at the slope head where he and a contractor service were changing out liner plates in a chute. the ee needed a specific liner plate that was on the bottom with four of them on top of it. as the ee was removing the other liner plates he felt a pain in his left shoulder. the incident occurred on 10/10/2015. ee started missing work on 01/28/2016.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1519,a pinner steel fell out of the hole striking his thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1520,"injured employee was using a sledge hammer while repairing a crusher, and he felt pain in his shoulder. after several weeks, the pain lessened, but did not stop. a second medical exam and mri revealed 'impingement' of the rotator cuff, and surgery was recommended. the surgery was completed on may 20, 2011, and he returned to work the next scheduled work day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1521,employee was working at workstation and strained right wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1522,the ee was lifting the cover on the hydraulic jacking unit when he allegedly felt pain in his lower back and left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1523,"hanging water line for miner, he hurt his lower back right side. he worked until 7/28/06, is when he went off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1524,employee was using diluted caustic solution to hosedown mud and scale unside of a tank. some of the caustic solution splashed back and got into the ee's left eye. ee was seen by a dr who presc ribed antibiotics to treat a small corneal abrasion. there was no lost time and only restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1525,going up ladder of loader pulled something in shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1526,ee was busting rock out of walkway on 2 belt bk-18 with a sledge hammer and his shoulder started hurting. he was taken to hospital and given off until 11-4-10. he returned back to work on 11-5-10. he was diagnoised with a strained muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -1527,"employee stated he was involved in changing out a pot on a continuous miner, cleaning area where new pot would go. his left hand was caught between pot and frame of continuous miner, causing fracture to middle finger and laceration to ring finger on left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1528,employee plastered a stopping with block bond and allowed this material to stay in contact with his bare forearm. he later experienced irritation and blistering of his forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1529,ee caught his rt. hand on a mat and lacerated itbetween the second and third knuckles. sutures were used.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1530,ee was loosening a bolt with a ratchet when ratchet slipped mashing his left primary finger between ratchet and wall.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1531,employee jammed their left pinky finger between the door and door handle when locking up the job trailer. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1532,injured pushed come-along up monorail and hooked it with a chain. chain slipped off and come-along rolled back and caught his thumb causing a crushing type injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1533,"employee was disconnecting supply cars when a 3"" x 8"" wooden header fell from the car striking the employee on his right hand little finger. ee received medical treatment on jan. 29, 2008.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1534,"employee was driving a haul truck being loaded by the es17 shovel. when the material was placed in the bed of the haul truck it jarred the truck and employee, resulting in a back sprain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -1535,"ee's job assignment was stripping old floor tiles off of subfloor in q.c. lab. he was using a floor stripping hand chisel. ee was on subfloor and had left arm in front of him for support, the chisel slipped out from under the tile and struck his lower left arm. this resulted in a laceration on lower left arm. no restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1536,employee stated that this was a reoccurrance of a back injury from previous incident. under review and futher investigations of the safety committee and found more details of the incident. she was transfered to shovel operator this week.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -1537,dropped a piece metal on left foot while loading onto a roller.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1538,"employee scraped his right arm in several spots while cleaning a cyclone screen full of crushed rock. the scrapes were minor, however a couple of spots became infected. he did not report the incident and did not visit the doctor until 1-10-02. he is being treated for infection with a course of antibiotics.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1539,pain in ee's right foot and believed it to be from repetitive standing concrete - osteoarthritis of right foot and large toe ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1540,employee had something in his eye and had no idea when he got it in there or how he got it in his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1541,"employee was operating miner when rib fell striking employee, causing bruises and a fracture to right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1542,the injured employee was placing a pump barrel on the bottom shelf. as she maneuvered it into place one of the other barrels on the shelf fell over smashing her finger between the two pump barrels.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1543,"deteriorated and rusted flexible conduit (electrical) was being removed for replacement; when employee put pressure on conduit to remove from fitting, conduit broke apart in his hand, gashing palm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1544,the employee was lifting a pallet off of a rack when the pallet broke and caused pain in the left shoulder. the employee was checked at the local hospital and returned to duty. the employee followed up with an orthopedic at a later date and was told has a torn labrum. the employee continued to work until surgery on 5/26/2022.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1545,"the employee was relocating an empty aluminum crate when the incident occurred. as he released the crate, the back of his middle finger came into contact with the aluminum id tag. he received a minor cut on the back of middle right finger. it was determined by the er doctor that three stitches were required because of the location of the cut to the first joint of the finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1546,a rock slid off of a continuous miner and struck the employee on the foot causing a fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1547,"picking up cm cable, he hurt his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1548,"three employees were changing the return roller.one lifting the weight of the belt, the second aligning the bracket, injured lifting roller. the roller became lodged on a grease fitting and he removed his hands to discuss a further plan of action with his coworkers. when he put his handsback under the roller it became dislodged from the grease fitting pinning his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1549,ee was unloading track rail and got caught between rail and it rolled up over his foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1550,"employee was bolting to reinforce intersection 3rd east panel, #4 entry 2970'. using spiral auger pulling it out of the hole, he hit rotation, broke his left arm just above his wrist & dislocated his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1551,injured stated he was loading supplies in the scoop bucket. he picked up a bucket of plaster andas he twisted and threw it into the scoop bucket he felt a sharp pain run up his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1552,pulling a belt flapper out from under the belt and felt a pain in the groin. employee has a hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1553,rock was stuck in the grizzly. employee pushed on the rock to free it. when it came loose he smashed his finger on his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1554,"ee reports while welding on tailing box, ee struck arch with welder and an explosion occurred.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -1555,while repairing/replacing tilt cylinder on d-11 cat dozer the strap slipped and the cylinder dropped smashing his left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1556,employee lacerated his pointer finger while repairing an idler on a conveyor belt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1557,employee was helping load miner head onto low boy underground. employee was in the process of centering the miner head up on the low boy. employee reached under the miner head to get a chain and the crib block rolled over and struck employee's hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -1558,"on wed, august 12th at 11:15am, a cat 770 haul truck operator was being utilized at the wash plant as an extra hand. the employee was washing out underneath the wet plant screen with a water hose in a squatted position, and when we went to stand up ee felt a pop in ee's right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1559,"while pulling cable on south 4, employee felt a pull/pop in shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1560,"the contract employee was notching a board that he was replacing on the office wall. as he was cutting the board, the knife slipped off of the board and hit his right thumb. the employee went to urgent care and the laceration required 5 stitches, thereby making the accident reportable. name of contractor is osada construction",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1561,ee was grinding without face shield. only safety glasses were worn. ee had particle of metal in his eye. left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1562,employee claims numbness in both hands after using drill.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1563,"operator (o1) noticed conveyor rubbing against structure. o1 determined contact was caused by material build-up near bend pulley. o1 used hammer to remove material build-up. o1's hammer made contact with the pulley, resulting in both the hammer and o1's hand being pulled toward the pulley. fractured and lacerated left ring fingertip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1564,"while bending a six foot roof bolt, the employee felt a pain in his right shoulder. this resulted in a torn tendon. employee has surgery on 8/2/12.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1565,employee unhooked reagent car after unloading and some fluid splashed under face shield. employee received a prescription eye drop.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1566,"while removing a pulley from a jaw crusher pulley shaft suspended by forklift chain 4-5"" off the ground in the maintenance bay the shaft came free and hit the tip of an employee's left index finger, breaking the bone. the supervisor had instructed the employee to hold onto the outside of the pulley, but at some point the employee put his finger inside the pulley where it was hit.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1567,"while opening the cone crusher a trapped rock flew out and hit employee on the arm and on his face. there was a bucket tooth lodged in the cone and it had stopped the rotation of the cone, so the outer liner was raised to free the tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1568,"employee was cleaning beside crusher. a rock rolled over feeder edge and fell striking employee in shoulder. do not know extent of injuries at this point. update: shoulder was bruised, no broken bones.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1569,ee strained wrist while removing refractory,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1570,"on 12-27-2009 a employee was pulling the cable off of the roof bolter reel when he felt a pain in his right shoulder. he continued to work but a dull pain continued. he started missing work april 01, 2010 when he was diagnosed with muscle damage that required surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1571,employee was working as a miner helper when the rib rolled striking the employee in the back. employee returned to work 8/9/02 & he started missing work again 8/13/02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -1572,the employee cut his left hand below the thumb while cutting a hole in some belting material with a utility knife. this required seven sutures and a full work release.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1573,isidro was cleaning the chute out underneath the screen when a large piece of frozen clay landed on his right calf.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1574,employee was walking in water and received burns to leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1575,"the ee was picking up a ""pizza post"" to install and felt pain in his lower back. on 1-24-01 he began missing time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1576,miner develop stinging and numbness in shoulder while working on the 10-10 screen,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1577,"his first task was to move the bag from the floor to the table to clear the work area and prevent the material from getting wet. while lifting the bag, he felt a sharp, stabbing pain in his le ft shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1578,employee cut his left hand while handling a 15 gallon grease barrel. he was assisting another employee put in the barrel on the lube truck when his hand contacted one of the opening tabs on the lid. the cut required sutures to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1579,"ee was working on a limestone feeder chain. while using a cutting torch, a piece of slag popped off and burned left knee cap. the ee also had some bruising to the knee from crawling on hte lim erocks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -1580,while trimming a boot with a knife the knife slipped cutting injured in the right leg resulting in a laceration. require 5 sutures. no lost time,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1581,struck in hard hat with i beam piece.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -1582,"employee was bolting on the operators side of the pinner. he had finished drilling a hole and was lowering his pot, when the first steel had cleared the roof and the top steel was visible. when his hand got close to the steel, the bottom steel came out of the top steel. the steel jerked over and struck him on the inside of his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1583,"the employee was drilling a hole and when he raised the drill head, the steel did not go completely in the chuck. the steel bent and sprang back striking his right thumb. the x-ray showed a fracture and a splint was applied. he returned to work the next day restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1584,employee was assisting loading bundle rods onto a flat bed when ee pinched fingers on ee's left hand between loose rods.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1585,"injured was picking up a heitzmann jack. the jack slipped, hitting him in the nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1586,ee was installing screen deck panels; the utility knife he was using became situated beneath him and cut him.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1587,they were unloading pipe off a trailor with a end loader and he did not turn the pipe loose and it swing back and caught his had between pipe and trailor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1588,employee was picking up a prop setter post and felt a sharp pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1589,"picking up a piece of iron he felt something in his hip, then it started to hurt.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1590,"employee was installing roof bolt. the bolt got stuck in the hole. as he was pulling the bolt out of the hole, he strained his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1591,contractor gulf city shell dismantling the dust collector for the old dryer northeast of the main office. the previous day the 22 ton p & h crane lifted off the top 1/3 section and set it down safely. at approximately 8:00 am on 03/30 the second section was being lifted with the crane set on the east end of the collector structure. it was freed and lifted clearly and starting to sw,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1592,lifting steel door to dust collectyor--strain upper back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1593,employee was working w/ co-worker installing weather protection around the top of the tub be-tween the revolving frame. they were moving a 5'x 12' plywood panel frame in a walkway between the tub and a stack of cribbing. the panel hit the cribbing stack while in motion and the jar hyper extended employee's wrist causing a sprain. employee is on light duty 10 days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1594,"ee and coworker were roof bolting a fresh cut. they were on their third roll of installation. while ee's steel was being set up for drilling hole a piece of black slate approx 3'x 2'x 6"" thick fell at point of contact with drill steel, fell onto ee's rt side of neck causing laceration to rt side of neck which required 11 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1595,ee picked up small rods with another ee. rod was thrown into back of dump truck. ee moved from right to left in a twisting motion and felt left knee pop.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1596,the employee was removing an abnormally heavy dust collector bag and cage with the use of a crowbar through the cage when the cage and bag slid on the crowbar causing the cage to pinch the employee's left hand which caused a laceration that required 4 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1597,employee was in the process of removing bridge from crusher throat. a rock shifted and temporarily pinched ee's left foot. ee was able to kick off the rock and remove self from the area. ee's foot was bruised. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1598,ee states while shoveling under vsi he pulled muscles,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1599,ee was manifulating a load out hose and it was not moving. he was pushing and pulling and strained his lower back. chiropractor says a disk slipped and pinched a nerve. the disc was re alignte d and just waiting for nerve swelling to go down and ee should be back to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1600,"ee was moving a rock chute into place, he had his arm between the two pieces of chute. the chute moved and pinched his arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1601,holding a rib board steady while co-worker was pushing a rib bolt in to hole in rib. his middle and index fingers were caught between the board and rib. fractured third finger on the rt. hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1602,"employee was taking stone from a pallet and placing it on the rolls of the cutting machine, when a piece of stone slipped from the pallet and the employees hand was caught between the rolls and the stone, smashing his middle finger on his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1603,ee strained his hamstring.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1604,"while using an air chipper, a piece of metal flew into the ee's eye. the ee wiped his eye to try and dislodge the metal which caused the laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1605,pulled back while exiting the vehicle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1606,"the employee was firebossing on 11 east and stopped at brk 28 to swap out mantrips. while waiting they helped pick up pallets that were in the roadway and after stacking several pallets, a board broke on one and exposed a nail that struck them under their chin that caused a laceration which required surgical glue to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1607,"2x8 form was being installed; form slipped out of hand and fell on hand from approx. 1 foot, hitting the left middle index finger causing a distal phalange fracture on the tip of the finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1608,"making repairs to the jaw (tighting bolts). was using a cheater bar and the bar slipped and smashed right thumb. first aid was given at the office for cuts on either side of the knuckle. employee's wife took him to the doctor to have the thumb x-rayed. no broken bone; however, the thumb was immobilized.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1609,"technicians were removing rollers from drill undercarriage. one of the rollers start to roll off support, tech tried stopping it and was unable. when the roller fell off the weight of the other rollers on the other side of the support caused it to raise pinching ee's hand between the support block and machine frame. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1610,ee was removing damaged gathering arm race. hitting same caused metal chip to fly off race & hit ee in eye socket.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1611,ee manually opening a bin gate. gate was hard to open and employee was pulling and pushing in rocking motion. on the pull stroke the gate broke free causing a muscle strain to right shoulder. ee was taken to emergency room at winchester medical center and was given 48 hours off resulting in reportable lost time accident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1612,ee was preparing for an up coming job while lifting elevator buckets on to a chain he strained his shoulders. ee was swing the buckets onto the chain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1613,"worker was on the bottom lifting a 5 gallon can of oil. he felt pain in his left arm & shoulder. torn rotator cuff, started missing on 5/14/05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1614,"employee was cleaning mud from loader bucket, when a chunk of mud rolled out of bucket and hit his left knee. possible strain or fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -1615,employee was standing beside cone crusher after assisting to push some material through it with a frost bar. another employee went around the crusher to manually open the cone further. employee still by cone got right foot caught in pinch point. employee suffered tendon damage and a broken heel as well as a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1616,the injured person was making wedges on the trip hammer when the metal kicked back causing theoperator to twist suddenly to the side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -1617,"employee was gathering empty oil bucket lids, tab from one of the lids lacerated left arm resulting in 10 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1618,ee was using a pry bar on a conveyor belt and the bar slipped on hit his left hand on a metal object. he cut his left middle finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1619,the employee was using a slate bar to pry the clean coal crusher door closed while another employee used a crib block to hit the door. the slate bar slipped and mashed the right hand of the employee and twisted his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1620,driver was getting tarp from under rock pile in back of truck and sprained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1621,employee was cutting a liner with hand saw and cut index finger on left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1622,"drilling holes to bolt guards into place, steel piece got into right eye, employee said was wearing safety glasses, no witnesses.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1623,"two workers were lifting metal screens from bed of pickup truck and placing on ground at outdoor storage rack. injured worker was not wearing gloves. as partner lowered his end to ground, injured employee was cut by metal edges of screen. injured employee suffered 2 stitches to first and third finger on left hand and one stitch to third finger on right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1624,the ee strained his lower rt. back while pulling on a come-along handle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1625,when removing cooler hatch to clean compartment felt sharp pain in left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1626,ee was making an antenna cover out of pvc when the knife slipped cutting the palm of her hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1627,employee was working in concrete and got burned on the legs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1628,ee attempted to remove full oil drum from discharge end of mill #11. the edge of the drum was placed on the lip of the bobcat and when ee tried to lift the drum more it fell over and landed on his left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1629,"dozer operator removing overburden from the detonated shot. was side-cutting 8' high lift on the left side of the shot, removing material and establishing a tight side-wall pushing on approximate 45 degree angle. he got to the edge of the wall, went to put dozer in reverse when the tight track of machine dipped and rolled.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -1630,"while straightening a roof bolt, the operator felt a sharp pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1631,"the injured ee was drilling a bolt hole, when a piece of roof slate fell, striking him on the bridge of the nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1632,employee was bolting on longwall face and injured hand on the mast while handling drill steels.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1633,"picked up side rail 7 ft long, 6 in wide, 50 lb weight. twisted back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1634,employee was using an oxy-acetylene torch when the head of the lit torch came in close proximity of his left forearem and burned it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -1635,mason/labor was walking down #6 stairway carrying a box of dust suits. a sudden gust of wind caused him to grab the hand railing with his rt. hand to catch his balance. he gripped the railing catching the small finger on upright support pipe twisting the finger sideways. injury required medical and limited duty until 2/21/2013,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1636,"the construction crew worker used a pry bar to remove the wooden form work from the concrete. as the worker applied pressure to the pry bar, it slipped from underneath the form at an angle creating a pinch point between the pry bar handle and a nearby piece of concrete, crushing the workers left ring finer causing a cut that required 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1637,"this is an aggravation of an old injury due to lifting on feeder flights. ee was loading flights on saturday july 14th, when he woke up sunday morning july 15th his back was hurting, he went to the dr. that treated the original injury on monday the 16th. the dr done massage therapy and released him back to work on the 17th.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1638,"lifting box of #3 cloths that weighs approx 80#. lifting out of the basket was ok, but when ee turned she felt sharp pain across lower back that lasted a few minutes & then went away.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1639,"employee was removing a drain plug with a pipe wrench. when the plug broke loose, ee's hand struck an adjacent bolt cutting through ee's impact glove. ee received a laceration and 4 stitches to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1640,emp was removing worn bolts from cutting edge of front end loader. bolt slipped off hammer head being used to apply pressure & edge of bolt head lacerated finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1641,ee was installing battery hanger bracket when he suffered a laceration to his right index finger that required stitches to repair.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1642,employee was pulling timber into position with a pick hammer and strained themselves. has swelling in the groin area. employee started missing work on 6/1/2017.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1643,employee was using a pipe hook to adjust some pipe on the pipe truck. when he pulled on the pipe his right shoulder popped.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1644,during a cone liner change the employee was cleaning the crusher component with a wire wheel grinder and air nozzel. debris (assumed metal) went in his eye. he then rinsed out his eye and later went to the doctor. he was wearing safety glasses at the time of the incident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1645,"employee was drilling a welding lug connected to a 6"" piece of cable and a quick connect. the drill press's bit caught the lug and pulled the cable into the drill as well as his hand that was holding the cable. he was correctly not wearing any gloves while operating the press. he was not using the equipment supplied clamping device.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1646,"cutting fiberglass handrail with 5"" grinder. the blade hung up and kicked the grinder back causing a laceration to employee's forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1647,employee was working to repair conveyor chain on the continuous miner. he was holding a hammer on the link and was struck on his finger with a hammer by another employee who was helping with the repair work. he was treated for cut finger with stitches and released for work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1648,"employee lifting slusher drum onto shaft about waist high, felt sharp pain in back",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1649,"employee was opening tailgate and while attempting to attach the hold up chain, he allowed tailgate to swing to lowest position smashing middle finger of right hand. the end of the finger was torn while yanking hand away.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1650,employee states that he was trying to put suction hose on pump and felt pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1651,"while employee lifted an oil drum from a forklift, using a hand trolley hoist chain, the drum swung and smashed his right hand index finger against a handrail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1652,employee hit finger while using a block hammer causing injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1653,"ee was operating roof the bolter on the operator side, standing on ground. the operator man-up platform, which was chained up, fell striking his left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1654,"injured miner was working on a belt splice with two others employees setting a row of rivets, they had completed rivets and was backing away with head bowed down to avoid obstacles. one of the other employees struck a rivet and a piece of metal broke off and struck the injured miner in the left eye over the top of safety glasses. resulting in a contusion to the eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1655,ie was drilling shot holes when ie had to add the pusher steel. ie did not support the starter steel and it fell from the hole ie was drilling and struck the tip ie's right index finger. this caught the finger between the drill steel and the drill pot. ie was brought outside and taken to have the finger checked.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1656,"ee was center bolting in #1 entry of hallaman section. as he was retrieving drill steel from the hole, the top portion of a drill steel separated & fell. the steel struck his left ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1657,the injured employee and co-worker started to trouble shoot cone #6 to determine the cause of the cone shutdown. the injured employee started to remove the sensor when it unexpectedly released and released hydraulic oil. the oil caused a laceration to the right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1658,"employee was welding a plate over a control box for the rinse station, he burnt his arm from the flash.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -1659,"employee was building brattice using block and as he was lifting a block, he felt pain in his left side.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1660,ie was climbing on dozer to shut off for a service. when the ie got to the top platform ie felt a popping noise in the left foot. the ie shut the dozer off and climbed to the ground. ie was taken to the er for treatment. ie was diagnosed with a sprain and was restricted to non-weight bearing activity until follow up appointment. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1661,a maintenance technician was tasked to remove a piece of angle iron that was stuck in the belt conveyor tail pulley of bc-101. the ee tried to roll the conveyor belt backwards to let the angle iron drop out of the tail pulley by rolling the motor drive belts at the head pulley. in doing so the ee caught three fingertips on left hand. the employee was wearing gloves. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1662,"during a normal cone adjustment, ee's index finger & thumb on r hand were smashed between the upper assembly & shim stack. lack of communication contributed to this accident! 3 people, plant o perator, plant oiler, & truck driver were involved in the adjustment of the cone.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1663,employee was moving a stone and it fell on his wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1664,the employee stated he was unhooking a hose from #42 overflow pump and was sprayed in the face with caustic.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1665,cutting tensar from around head of miner and the utility knife slipped striking his left wrist. the cut required two sutures to close. no time was missed from work,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1666,"ee was moving and replacing the impeller shoes. ee felt a pain in his lower back. ee was sent to doctor who restricted him for 7 days, but he has not return yet.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1667,the mentioned ee strained his back while unloading supplies. (bags of rock dust). strain,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1668,"the employee was utilizing a rock hammer to tap on a slip-fit packing gland located on a shuttle car tram motor, when a piece of metal broke off the hammer and embedded in the employees chin. the employee sought medical attention and the piece of metal was removed and the wound closed with sutures. the employee has been placed on restricted duty until the sutures are removed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1669,"stated: employee was opening mandoor between neutral and intake. the handle was stuck so he hit the handle with his right palm. after the 3rd strike, the latch gave way. he raked the outside of the little finger on his right hand across a burr where the round stock had been cut to make the handle. he lacerated his finger requiring 10 sutures to close. he remains off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1670,ee was in the process of setting up a longwall tripper drive @ x-cut 94 in entry #1 on headgate 3. ee was jacking up an i-beam to position it when the beam turned over onto his right foot. it broke 2 bones on the top of his foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1671,ee was pulling self out of a rail car and heard shoulder pop. ee did not seek medical attention until 10/24/2017. we are filing this 11/2/2017 within the 10 day reporting window. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1672,ee was climbing 275 loader steps. she got to the top step and put weight on her right foot and felt a sharp pain in her arch and heel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1673,injured was cleaning under belt drive when his left knee twisted resulting in a sprain to left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1674,"employee was using an electric hand grinder on a loader bucket. in the process of grinding, the grinder blade kicked back on him and struck his left knee. the resulting laceration was washed out and stitched at an emergency clinic.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1675,employee was using a powered hammer drill with a hole saw attachment. employee reached down with his left hand to steady the piece being drilled on. the hole saw bit attachment became bound up and jumped out of the drill hole and struck the employee's left pinky finger resulting in a laceration. employee received 7 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1676,employee #1 was cleaning the door on the railroad car. employee #2 closed the door from the other side while employee #1 was still in the door.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1677,"while positioning a large motor back into its place, he placed his left hand near a piece of tin. the motor moved up some, causing the motor to pin his left hand against the motor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1678,while ee was pulling on pipe wrench to tighten some pipe he felt a pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1679,while pulling a water hose across the floor it became tangled causing it to jerk. the jerking motion resulted in pain to the employees right shoulder. the employee went to the doctor on 10/08/2018 at which time employee was given restrictions and referred for physical therapy. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1680,"employee was in the process of removing debrie from a clean out system on a bag house. after the employee locked out the system , he proceeds to move the gear on the rotary valve using a pipe wrench while trying to free the object with his other hand. as the object loosens his hand falls forward into the flights cutting his ring and middle finger on his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1681,"the injured ee was assisting another ee in loading a compressed gas cylinder on a truck. the cylinder slipped out of his hand and hit him on the side of his left ankle, fracturing small bone.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1682,"pulling dredge rope out of mud, rope slipped over bank and hit him in the legs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1683,"employee was installing hopper jack on feeder. jack slipped, caught left ring finger between jack and frame causing injury. employee was taken to e.r. for treatment; stitches were used to close wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1684,ee alleges to have inj his back while lifting belt structure,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1685,"ee was operating a roof bolter. attempting to put a bolt through a piece of 3"" x 5"" wood and while drilling the hole ee had hand on drill steel and in the process drilling it jerked his pinky finger off on left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1686,employee was replacing flights in the primary vessel on 5th floor. while lifting them out and onto the floor he developed pain in abdomen. e.r. exam revealed small hernia in abdominal area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1687,"employee was carrying small jackhammer on left shoulder in route to another worksite. jackhammer started to slip off shoulder and employee caught it causing strain to left shoulder. employee advised on how to carry tools correctly, to know limitations, and to ask for help or use carts to transport tools.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1688,employee was unloading cribs off the trailer and one fell off. employee went to pick it up and put it on the trailer when another person threw a crib through the man door striking employee on the middle finger. employee started missing 6/1/2021 due to a fractured finger. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1689,miner was building a brattice and had a pain in his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1690,"employee noticed pain in stomach area. dr. diag-nosed it as a hernia. the date,time,or location of the event is unknown. the hernia was surgically repaired.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1691,ee alleges while inspecting the clinker cooler dust blew into left eye. doctor visit only,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1692,shoveling clinker material employee strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1693,lever hoists attach to pad eyes on the kiln and the tire pads. a pad eye broke loose causing the lever hoist to strike ee's left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1694,"ie was at hg-7 crosscut #48. ie was using a utility knife to cut down a yellow rope to lower the cable. when ie was in the process of cutting down yellow rope, ie slipped and cut left forearm. ie received 5 sutures to the left forearm and returned to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1695,ee was helping to repair longwall face conveyor chain which was broken. he was pulling up slack chain & caught his index finger on left hand btwn chain & motor frame causing injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1696,while pulling rock off the continuous miner the mine tech pinched their finger between the miner light housing and the rock.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1697,"employee was jackleg bolting in 69670 +225 e. while installing the last row of split set bolt a rock 12"" x 5"" x 3"" fell from the back at 11 feet. his left hand was on the throttle of the machine and the rock struck his hand. his left three fingers were fractured. the rock weighed 6 lbs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1698,"employee was replacing light bulbs. employee was inserting old bulb into cardboard casing, causing bulb to break. a piece of shattered bulb went into right thumb. employee needed stitches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1699,"during a mid-shift inspection of the work area, a hazard was noticed. the employee thought it to be a good idea to look further into the hazard to see if ee could fix it. watching the kiln and assessing danger ee moved closer to the gaurd to see if it needed removal or adjustment. ee's hand rested on the guard momentarily and the guard failed pinching ee's finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1700,injured felt a pain in his left shoulder and neck while lifting a ventilation tube.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1701,ee had to move a broken loader tooth that got caught in the jaw crusher. after removing the tooth he picked it up and put it on the back of the service truck. when he picked up the tooth he fe lt a pain in his right shoulder. later he was working on a haul truck. he noticed the pain wasn't letting up.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1702,injured his low back while moving a sand bag.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1703,injured employee was cutting conveyor belting with a box cutter towards ee's body and punctured just under right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1704,"employee was pulling air lance from a 4"" diameter inspection port when he felt a burning sensation in the groin area. employee was diagnosed with a hernia that required surgery to repair. incident did not become reportable until 5/04/13 when he had surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1705,"employee was installing a 20"" diameter fiberglass ventilation tube at the face. the exhaust intake air pressure of the auxillary fan pulled his face toward the end of the ventilation tube causing his chin to strike the end of the tube resulting in a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1706,"while monitoring plant operation, object was seen on a conveyor. went to remove a piece of steel off belt. steel cut finger. laceration of left index finger. transported to er.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1707,"ee manually dug out the rocks from the cone due to the hydraulics would not clear the cone. once cleared, the bowl settled. the noise from the bowl settling startled ee, resulting in ee moving foot down pinning ee's foot against the mantle. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1708,"while using an 8# sledge hammer to operate valves felt pain in his right elbow. ee stated that the pain got worse when he took a break and rested his arm. ee was returned to normal work without restrictions. on 7/23/13, ee was treated by an offsite physician who placed ee on restricted duty on 7/23/13.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -1709,a roof bolter walked out-by to an intersection to get supplies. a cm operator was changing bits nearby. the cm operator stuck the bit with a hammer causing a metal shard to project striking the front chest/shoulder area of the bolter - approx. 5ft. away. dr. at local er determined the shard would not be removed. on 9/9/2016 the shard was removed. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1710,"this accident was initially reported as a minor first aid 5/14/2008 when after helping to hang miner cable, then building a stopping, employee's left thumb became sore and weak. he couldn't bend his thumb and went to see a physician 6/9/2008. the thumb did not heal and surgery was performed 7/10/2008 to re-attach a separated tendon.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1711,employee was maintaining a material chute when the steel spring back and pinched ee's finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1712,"employee was replacing dump rope on the 2550 dragline. when repositioning the dump socket to enable safe removal of the wedge, the socket shifted, pinching employee's right index and middle fingers between the dump socket and drag chain. employee was wearing gloves at the time of the incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1713,"ee was cleaning frozen material from a screen shute with a large crow bar, when he felt stiffening pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1714,the ee stated he was repairing wheels on a moving skid and after a time felt a pain in his lower back. this accident report is being filed to abate citation number 7221524 dated 5/25/04. this accident report is being submitted under protest.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1715,employee started shoveling at belt 2 head pulley at the crusher. approximately 45 minutes into the job felt shooting pain from left rib side to right side with shortness of breath. employee stood there waiting for the pain to go away. employee started shoveling again and felt the same pain again.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1716,"while tightening bolt with large wrench, ee strained hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1717,employee was picking rock off line & the rock slipped out of his hand & fell on his other hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1718,ee stated that he was hanging roof bolter cable using j-hooks when the cable slipped and the hanger hung in his right hand. ee was treated with 7 stitches and reutnred to work on the next shif t.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1719,"welding & cutting steel chute that was worn out,spark ignited rubber lining.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1720,"ee alleges while removing existing spacers on side of impact crusher, the set of spacers slipped out of his hands smashing his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1721,"employee alleges a shoulder/neck injury when he attempted to guide an anode as it slipped and was dropping to the floor; felt a slight pull between shoulder and neck. ee's first exam at a medical facility was on aug. 25; released to return to work full duty. as a result of a follow-up exam on sep. 1, doctor prescribed pt. this incident is pending further investigation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1722,ee was changing cone on crusher. a metal burr was protruding from the crusher bowl.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1723,"employee was holding a backup wrench while another contractor was using an impact wrench to tighten nut / bolt assembly. while being turned with the impact wrench, a welded connection on the bolt broke causing the assembly to spin loose striking the injured employee on the left index finger. no days away. medical only.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1724,"coworker used threading machine to cut threads on pipe. ee was holding backup pipe with a pipe wrench so coworker could remove thread cutter. ee accidentally stepped on the on/off switch, engaging machine. ee was pulled up & over rear of machine; fingers pinched between wrench and machine housing. amputation distal phalange r. ring finger & broken l. index finger - severe inj.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1725,employee was using a hammer and a bar to loosen a screen. while swinging the hammer he missed the bar and struck his hand. he received a laceration that required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1726,"employee was lifting a miner cable and felt something pull in his right shoulder. the employee continued to work until 7/2/2013, due to surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1727,while grinding a weld on a track pad a piece of metal got into his left eye. it was embedded anda prescription was issued for infection.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1728,"cutting a piece of plastic air line, knife slipped and cut left thumb, 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1729,employee was steam cleaning a scraper and encountered dirt clods that wouldn't come off with thesteam. he began kicking the clods and his boot entered the stream of water. he had a hole in the instep of his boot which allowed hot water to enter his boot whereby he received a second degree burn on his right instep.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -1730,"pipefitter helper was removing the hoisting ring of a three legged bridle; the rigging was transported to site on the forks of a loader. ring became wedged on a fork during transport. employee positioned both hands on each side of the ring to pull it free, ring twisted and pinched the tip of the 5th finger between fork and ring. the finger tip was diagnosed as a tuft fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1731,employee's right wrist struck a hot knife tool that a fellow employee was holding causing a laceration requiring 3 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1732,employee pinched right thumb between a slate bar and a belt crossover while installing an arch on #5 mother belt. employee received ten stitches to the thumb. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1733,employee was walking off the platform of a pipe truck. he was tightening a vice clamp when his wrench slipped off and he fell off the truck. he dislocated his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -1734,"maintenance employee was grinding metal during a shovel repair. after employee felt irritation in his left eye, debris was removed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1735,bent over while washing c9ompany truck and pulled back muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1736,employee strained his lower right back while pulling a screen box in the precipitaion area of the plant.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1737,"employee was attempting to take off a 3"" rubber expansion joint. while doing so the employee decided to kick down on the pipe to remove it. the joint fell off and the employee bumped their knee. the employee did not report discomfort until half way through the next shift before leaving early.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1738,"employee was lifting ln 25 welding machine to employee inside tank. lifting machine to shoulder height, employee felt something in neck, shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1739,employee was pulling on a cable/rope when they felt a strain in their lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1740,on 7-19-01 ee was diagnosed with a hernia. he is scheduled for surgery on 8-3-01 to have it repaired.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1741,employee was grinding; dust got in behind shield and glasses into left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1742,employee was lifting rock over on to pan line on the longwall when employee felt pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1743,"employee was changing the position of the return hose flange and when the flange came off the last bolts holding it, it slid back and pinched thumb between flange and cyclone brace.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1744,employee was removing a roof sheet when dust particles came through the roof and went into the right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1745,employee caught nose on a cable hanger. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1746,a miner suffered an irritation to right eye while using an oxy/fuel gas torch. the injured miner was working overhead cutting steel and some debris dropped behind the miner's safety glasses. the miner was provided rx ophthalmic ointment to treat the irritation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1747,"the associate was in the process of tying up a ship, the spring lines were being moved with gantry 101. the associates hand was in the chocker strap that holds the rope, the strap tightened up when it got stuck behind the dock bumper which casued the chocker to tighten up around the associates hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1748,ee was fatally injured while positioned in the vicinity of mine cars in the rotary dump area. itis unk what ee was doing immediately prior to the accident or how the accident itself occurred,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1749,employee was winding up a hose in the pellet plant. the employee went to realign the hose and felt a pop in his left knee while planting his foot on the floor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1750,"employee was climbing up the plant 972g loader, as employee pulled the door open, he felt a pop in his right forearm/bicep area. mri was taken and results were given on 9/5/2013 results indicated a torn tendon.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1751,"while installing the bolts that connect the top shell to the bottom shell of the crusher, ee was holding the head of the bolt from the bottom & using 2 fingers to support the center of the bolt. another associate began to tighten the nut, the bolt spun, grabbing ee's fingers and spinning them across the steel plate deck. the steel deck sliced the middle finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1752,miner was splitting a rock and ee's left index finger was caught between the rock and a porn of the splitter. the finger was treated at the local walk in clinic without significant damage done to the miner.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1753,"he was helping co-worker load garbage in scoop bucket, while pulling on bent roof bolts one was hung and when it came loose struck him on the right side of the mouth chipping 2 teeth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1754,"ee was assisting 2 co-workers in moving a cable out of the roadway by hand. as they lifted the cable, he felt pain in his back. he began missing work 9/17/04",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1755,"ee was working inside of a ball mill with limited height. ee was laying liner block in an awkward position. the ee did not seek medical attention until 01/02/2020, at which time ee was placed on work restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1756,ee removed liner from large trash can. bag was heavier than expected.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1757,under investigation,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1758,"employee was lifting a screen for repairs on our crusher. when employee went to lift it, tendon snapped into.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1759,"manually pulling on v belts for crusher installation, fingers of employee got pinched between the belt and the sheave.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1760,"the mechanic was adjusting the drag brakes in preparation for lowering the dragline boom. the employee was using a one inch drive impact wrench with a 2.25 inch socket to compress the brakes spring. as he was tightening the spring nut, the socket broke apart causing a laceration to the employee's upper right arm. six sutures were required to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1761,employee was carbon arcing inside the materials dryer. a piece of rolled off the welding jacket to ee's groin area causing burns to ee's genitals.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -1762,"employee cut his right index finger while placing a bag on the four spout bag packer. while initially believed to require only first aid the day of the incident, to ensure no infection occurred, a physician prescribed antibiotic the following day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1763,"ee stated that the bolter was moving from the face area to load supplies onto the bolter. as the bolter was moving, ee was attempting to move the cable out of the way, when the track mounted bolter pivoted on a rise in the bottom and the deck end of the bolter came down on his r foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1764,replacing spray nozzles on clinker belt when clinker dust fell on him getting into his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1765,employee was repairing a piece of skirt board rubber on the screen. he bent down to go under an overhead beam and when he stood up he felt a sharp pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1766,while cutting conveyer belt to make a splice the utility knife slipped and cut the ee's left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1767,"employee was changing return idler with another employee. his side was in position and as the other side was being position, his side fell out of place and against his left middle finger, causing bruising at the knuckle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1768,"while working to replace the liner on a chute. employee was adjusting the chute when a sharp edge on the chute made contact with his right forearm, cutting him.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1769,changing plates on crusher and drill hit hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1770,"dropping miner cable. reached to cut rope hanger with knife in hand. cable hanger broke and cable came down hitting left hand with knife in it, pushed knife into right index finger. received 6 stitches",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1771,employee was lifting a pallet & stretched his back muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1772,"the employee stated that the crusher had become clogged requiring the chute access door to be opened. while observing the chute the access door swung closed striking the back of his right hand. the employee continued working, but sought medical treatment on 10/18/14 due to continued swelling and was diagnosed with a fracture. the incident became medically reportable on 10/18/14.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1773,"injury had bent a roof bolt to install the bolt, as he tried to straighten the bolt the roof plate spun around stricking him in the right forearm causing a laceration that had to be closed with sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1774,"the ee claims that as he was rockdusting, the rockdust hose plugged. as he tried to use pressure to unplug the hose, it suddendly jerked causing the ee to fall to the ground. the accident was caused by the employee's failure to replace the hose and used excessive air pressure in an attempt to blow the hose clear. the ee had on the appropriate ppe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -1775,ee was cleaning and organizing work in the shop when he sprained his right thumb on a heavy bearing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1776,ee began experiencing back lower after attempting to lift a 5 gallon bucker of bolts. ee was performing general housekeeping as he was lifting material onto a wooden pallet. he was hauling mat erial off utilizing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1777,"employee was installing belt clips with angle bolter in 3 north left mains. while in the process of adding a steel to his six foot starter, the suction hose caught the rib. he reached across the head to free the suction hose with his right hand when the drill steel fell from the roof and pinched the tip of his left index finger between the steel and the drill pot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1778,"ee was separating sheets of 1/4"" steel enough to get forklift forks between them. while pressing down on a 36"" pry bar to obtain initial separation he strained his lower back. er doctor instructions included no lifting until seen by company doctor the following week. meds to counter inflammation were also prescribed. returned to normal activity 12/16/14 with no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1779,"while using a 51/2"" circular saw to cut wooden wedges 6"" in length from an 8' 2"" x 4"" board. the worker was injured when the saw blade hit a knot in the board. the saw kicked back & the blade cut his left hand breaking the 4th finger and lacerating the 3rd and 4th fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1780,ee was using tie wire to hang vent tube. as ee pulled down on one end the other end of the wire came up and went behind his safety glasses and punctured his left eye. lost days began 6/23/04.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1781,"employee was finished dusting and in the process of throwing dust hose slack over the loader, to start wrapping up the hose. employees left foot went under the pan and the loader operator panned down, pinching employees foot between the pan and mine floor. both employees were trained, and wearing all required ppe. there were no issues with the loading machine.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1782,"while helping electricians pull a cable, the cable broke and the pulley swung and hit the employee in the leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1783,employee was pushing stone into splitter; stone hit a rock chip and stopped. employee kept pushing on stone and felt pain in his shoulder. restricted duty assigned.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1784,"employee was stacking pallets to be loaded onto back of boom truck, when he turned he felt a sharp pain in his lower back and neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1785,ee was installing a new electric motor on a crushing plant when the other person ee. who was helping him hold the heavy motor lost his grip and the motor fell onto ee s left ring finger and cu t same requiirng stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1786,ee was grinding at the back of the truck when the grinding disk struck the side of the bed. the grinder kicked out and cut his left wrist. * requiring nine stitches this is a reportable medical.*,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1787,"employee was installing roof support cans, the single head axe that ee was using to tighten the wedges caught a string line as ee swung the axe which caused the axe to jerk sideways striking the employee in the face. the employee received lacerations to the upper lip, lower lip, and upper gum which required stitches. one front tooth was also partially dislodged.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1788,"mechanic was lifting a part from the mechanic truck to make repairs on equipment - ee did not stop work nor go to the doctor at that time - on april 27, 2005, called in and said was going to the doctor as his back was hurting",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1789,"while transferring mine timbers from a flat car to the forks of the outside forklift, one of them shifted and mashed ee's left hand. this resulted in a fracture to his left ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1790,operator was removing a johnson bar he had used at the conveyor flop-gate platform inside of 19/39 transfer station when it slipped from his hand and fell on his right fot and struck him behind the end of his steel toe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1791,"ee moved three 55 gallon drums (partially filled with oil). when he picked up the drums, he felt a ""pull"" in his lower abdomen. later that evening the pain increased. a hernia was discovered and he is scheduled for surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1792,"left ring finger on left hand, putting rock dust in machine. guard was loose allowing finger to hit auger, had to have 13 stitches in finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1793,employee states he was tightening a bolt on the shaker screen and the bolt broke causing the wrench to strike him in the nose.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1794,employee's middle finger was partially severed when it was caught between a bolt and the side of the coupling he was tightening.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1795,employee was wearing leather gloves because he did not have rubber gloves. the leather gloves rubbed repeatedly on employee's right wrist causing cellulitis. a prescription was given. employee did not seek treatment until 4/21/11.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -1796,the ee was helping at the table to trip out drill pipe. the ee grabbed the wrench at the table and the driller moved the hydraulic cylinder pinching the finger between the table bushing and the wrench handle. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1797,"the employee was sitting on the ground cutting a power lead with a utility knife. the lead was lying on employee's thigh. as he was cutting, the knife slipped cutting the employee's leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1798,"ee was putting a 1"" dia x 20' long metal pipe into the scrap trailer. he put one end in and when he tossed the other end up into the trailer in bounced back out and struck him in the face on h is upper lip. lacerations required sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1799,employee was cutting wrapping material with a razor knife away from the head shaft on the 4 1/4 cone crusher when they sliced their thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1800,"repairing jaw of crusher, putting toggle back injaw the seat of the toggle plate fell out and fell on hand crushing it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1801,employee was installing belt structure when a piece fell hitting him on the right hand. this injury required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1802,"he was operating the right drill head on the 001 section drill. he had drilled the hole and was installing the resing cartridge and bolt. the bolt hung in the lip of the hole, causing the bolt to bend, catching his left ring finger between the bolt and the mast.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1803,"ee was welding in the bed of a grout truck box when he was flashed from the automatic track welder, causing flash burns to both eyes. he saw dr. on 5-7-03, then told his supervisor about it la ter. dr. said he could with no restrictions beginning 5-12-03.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -1804,"ee was helping assemble an excavator. attempting to attach arm to boom with a steel pin (273.25 lbs.). pin was held in place with a nylon strap. pieces were misaligned. the ees began to remove the pin and pieces shifted, causing the injured ee's finger to be pinched between the pieces, causing soft tissue injury. ee was treated for degloving of the distal phalanx of fifth finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1805,ie was installing roof bolts. as they pushed a roof bolt up into the hole the bolt bent causing pressure on the drill wrench. the drill wrench broke striking them in the mouth. employee received 1 broken tooth and a laceration on their lip requiring 2 sutures. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1806,ie was washing on the slope when the hose slipped out ee's hand as ee fell at the same time. ie then got a cut on the right elbow. ee was seen by a doctor where ee received 2 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1807,employee was changing screens at wasta pit and pulled muscle. went to doctor and is a possible hernia. going back to doctor on 08/07/2008 to confirm. questionable. off work from date of injury until hernia is confirmed and if surgery is needed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1808,"lifting wide beam. mashed hand between beam and 630 mucker, causing crushing injury to right little finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1809,ee was dropping strands of trailing cable for slack. ee tried to hand the cable back and felt sharp pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1810,miner was feeding a pugmill with fel. material was wet and plugged feed bin opening. miner struck sides of bin with a sledge trying to loosen material. apparently strained back. reported it to foreman at end of shift. extent of injury not reported until 4-9-01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -1811,smashed his finger on jug handle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1812,"ee and some other employees were moving steel to relocate them in the process of cleaning up the area. he hadn't noticed that he cut his finger until a few moments had lapsed. he looked down and saw blood. upon investigation, he discovered that he had cut his right pinky finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1813,employee experienced pain in lower back as he was stacking bags.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1814,"ee was doing maintenance around crushing plant, sometime during the day got something in his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1815,"ee was assisting in pulling slack out of long-john belt at #7 head drive, a 1/2"" rope was being used, rope broke, a strand of the rope came off striking ee in the corner of his left eye. ee wa s approximately 15-20 feet away from where rope broke. ee sustained a puncture wound to his left eye. ee was wearing safety glasses.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1816,employee stated employee was removing the bottom spray block guard on a continuous miner when the guard fell against employee's right ring finger smashing it against the continuous miner resulting in a laceration which required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1817,"the employee got his thumb caught between two pieces of metal. while assisting with the placement of steps to access the tool trailer by sliding it into position, the unit unexpectedly shifted into the trailer and the employees thumb got caught between the metal steps unit and trailer. this caused a laceration and fracture to the thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1818,employee was helping with maintenance in the wash plant and was cutting tabs off with a utility knife when the knife slipped lacerating himself requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1819,moving miner to new longwall. injured was using nail gun to shoot wireclips into top. while cocking nail gun it discharged into left palm and fractured a bone in 4th finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1820,"ee was changing bits on the headgate drum, when ee turned to walk out of the pan, ee's right patella popped out of the patellar groove of the knee on ee's right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1821,employee was moving a roller and felt discomfort to his back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1822,using skill saw to cut down wooden pallets for disposal off the back of 1998 chevy pickup truck unit 31.198010.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1823,"employee (ee) was discarding a conveyor idler when finger got caught in idler, pulling right arm/shoulder. ee reported injury but did not seek treatment. ee sought treatment on 10/2/2015 as shoulder soreness did not improve. diagnosed with unspecified shoulder strain, and ordered physical therapy. returned to duty w/no restrictions on 10/2/2015.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1824,a miner was operating a trackmobile that was struck by a rolling empty rail car that was found to have a faulty hand brake. after complaining of back soreness the next day the miner was taken to a medical facility and found to have likely strained his middle back area and was then placed on restrictive duty on 10/21/2011. the miner was given 3 prescriptions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -1825,prying on bar while working on truck. bar slipped throwing him into the truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1826,employee was putting glue in tube holder of bolter. he turned around and hit his elbow on the canopy.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1827,"while loading supplies onto the roof bolter, employee cut his finger on a roof mat. he did not seek medical attention until several days later when his finger became infected.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1828,employee pinched finger while unhooking dollies from dozer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1829,employee was removing retarding contactor (haul truck) in a limited space area. he was in prone position to access mounting bolt causing his arm to go numb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1830,a wire rope was being used to haul trees up a hill. employee was attempting to remove rope from fallen tree by removing the clevis. the tension from the wire rope being bent around the tree caused it to spring back and strike employee in mouth removing a tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1831,employee was drilling out a setscrew and lost it's magnetic connection. the drill fell & struck his right forearm. he received a laceration requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1832,employee was striking a wrench with a hammer when the wrench slipped hitting him in the face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1833,"working underground in 41er6, taking mini-bats out of barrel, turned sideways and strained lowr back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1834,ee smashed pinky finger on left hand between train car and scaling bar trying to remove a boulder. company doctor removed the nail.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1835,employee was taking an oil cooler off of a 988 loader. a piece of foreign material fell into the employee's left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1836,"the employee stated that while changing a belt take-up roller in the #2 dolly of 5 in the 22a belt takeup unit, he heard his right shoulder pop. the employee continued working and the incident became reportable when the employee began missing work on 04/15/2015. the accident occurred because the employee attempted to lift more than he was safely capable of lifting.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1837,employee was diagnosed with a concussion and taken off work after a gate latch impacted the left side of his face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1838,"employee was onloading a small pipe bender by hand. when ee set the bender on the ground the handle came around and hit the employee in the ear, resulting in a laceration to the ear lobe. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1839,"cutting water hose with belt knife, slipped cutting thru gloves and cut base of left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1840,"ee developed a sore muscle in rib cage that got progressively worse. he worked the rest of the shift on the 4th, worked all day on the 5th, then decided he should see a doctor. went to doctor on 10-6-02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1841,employee was operating the continuos miner on the headgate section. a rock struck employee from behind hitting him in the back. was diagnosed with contusion in the back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1842,throwing rock dust bag from car to duster felt back pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -1843,employee was installing permanent roof supports. while installing the bolt it bent & struck ee on the right wrist causing a fracture. was not notified of x-ray results until 5/6/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1844,while using a pry bar to place a belly pan back on d-11 dozer the bar slipped striking ee on left ear.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1845,injured employee was drilling holes for monkey faces when the drill hit hard rock and the drill stopped and spun around and hit employee in mouth. he received 6 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1846,ee complained of left shoulder hurting while shoveling #1 head and lifting parts that day. ee starting missing work on 2.25.2014 for possible rtc repair (acromioplasty),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1847,"while loading the bolter with plates, rock fell from between the bolts, striking ee on the right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1848,employee was changing idlers when he felt dirt go into his eye. he was evaluated by a physician. there was a non-imbedded foreign body removed from his eye. eye medication was prescribed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1849,"injured employee was mounting a cabinet on a shelf, his right thumb was smashed between the cabinet and the shelf.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1850,"while taking a bolt out of the loader, the wrench slipped and caused his hand to strike the engine block with his finger and caused a small laceration that required 3 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1851,the plant was shut down for maintenance the ee was manually turning a pulley when his finger got caught between the belt & the shive,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1852,ee was shoving top soil away from the highwall. he backed up over and through an 8 foot berm that had been constructed at the edge of the highwall. the dozer went over the wall rolling over and throwing him out of the cab.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1853,"mechanic was installing hood on dozer when his right knee ""popped"" out of joint when he twisted.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1854,ee was walking oxygen bottle off rack toward him and exerted more force with his right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1855,"when closing an office door, the employee got her left index caught between the door and frame",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1856,employee was checking a motion sensor. he reached behind a guard and the tips of his index and middle finger were hit by a tab on the flywheel of a screen deck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1857,the employee was shoveling material off of the screen house landings when he felt a slight pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1858,"employee was pulling a dbt ram off the face when a co-worker behind employee pulled on it, causing the ram to strike employee on the right shin. medical treatment injury",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1859,employee was sliding 4 inch pipe through a masonry stopping when the pipe stopped suddenly when it hit a bolt block. it fractured his left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1860,employee was taking care of a water pump at 3-3 cooling tower basin. employee noticed a small oil leak and started to look for it and at the same time clean up the oil. he was using several rags and he placed his hand too close to the radiator fan. the radiator fan then sucked up the rags and his hand into the fan causing a laceration between two of his fingers on his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -1861,"pulled door off closed chute, door had pressure behind it from coal causing door to cut arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1862,"after removing 3'x4' plate steel, tripped on expanded metal protruding from storage rack. plate steel bounced on concrete striking me on chin, cutting a gash on my chin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1863,"employee sat against edge of desk, stood up and felt pain in spine.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1864,employee was holding a hammer wrench at the time it was hammered. his middle finger on left hand was pinched between the wrench and gantry frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1865,operator was shoveling material off of the mezzanine at the bulk loading area into a drop chute when they sprained their back. reported incident to the supervisor thursday 3/10/22 but didn't request medical attention until friday 3/11/22. diagnosed with back sprain and given medication and restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1866,ie was pouring hydraulic fluid into rock breaker at the jaw when some fluid spilled/splashed up and into ie's face. ie was wearing safety glasses but fluid ran down ie's face and into ie's r eye. another ee was in the area but not a witness to the accident & helped ie flush out eye at eye wash station. ie was taken to local er and treated & released to go back to work that night.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1867,wrench slipped and left hand hit object and bruised. initially it was thought that there was a fracture of the finger. test and x rays were done. severely bruised.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1868,employee was pulling loose rock with a $' slate bar. rock fell on bar and sharp point hit him in left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1869,"while carring a pump shell up a hill, the sand gave way, and the pump shell fell on right ring finger. stiches only",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1870,working on vsi crusher putting on a v-belt when dirt got in left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1871,injured was unloading belt rope on spool what spool slipped smashing finger against rod.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1872,"the operator had a bucket full of rock, headed toward the rock truck. the bucket was extended up, the operator felt something give. he saw the right tire come off.he put the loader in reverse and dropped the bucket to keep the loader from turning over.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -1873,using a circular grinder to cut off the top of a metal handrail. ee had one hand on the rail and was operating the grinder with the other hand. the grinder requires two handed operation. (ee was wearing gloves for protection.),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1874,while working underground lifting timbers and twisting at the same time caused some lower back pain and an injury to the rihgt hip area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1875,employee was walking around seperator #1 and struck his head on a protruding adjustment rod.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1876,employee was removing the left rear outside tire of unit 622 to be able to work on the inside duel tire. when removing the lug nuts he was moving the rad tool between the lug nuts using his le ft hand to guide the tool onto the next nut he accidentally hit the trigger pinching his left index finger & hand between the tool & the wheel. the tool caused a laceration of the left finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1877,employee was installing a roof bolt when it got stuck. the employee was spinning roof bolt trying to remove the roof bolt when it dropped out of the roof causing the roof bolt plate to hit the employee in the face area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1878,"ee was crawling into manlift, put one leg into lift while pushing to get in twisted his knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1879,"employee was crawling under a wheel loader to make a repair, he was wearing cotton gloves & a piece of rock, went through the gloves into the base of right thumb, causing pain in fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1880,"attempting to check the fluid levels of the elec truck. he did not have the hood completely opened and was not wearing a hard hat. when he stuck his head into the hood compartment, he banged h is head on the corner of the hood.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1881,ee alleges that plaster splashed into his left eye while applying to stopping.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -1882,ee was lifting plate to begin repair felt pull in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1883,"the working foreman suffered a strain to ee's right shoulder while loading a 6"" rubber suction line for a portable pump into the back of a pickup truck. ee did not request medical treatment until august 7th and was released back to modified work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1884,"ee was injured while cutting a 1/4"" rubber hose with a razor knife. he was cutting towards his hand when the knife slipped striking his left index finger causing a 3/4"" incision wound. sutures were required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1885,injured party was holding a piece of metal to be welded and didn't realize that a fragment came off and went into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1886,while getting tools from his tool box the lid fell catching his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1887,"an employee and was reaching with his right hand to clear a rock that was located in the bretby tray. it appears that a rock was propelled from the head gate drum striking the employee in the left hand and chest. the employee was diagnosed with having sustained a severe strain to the wrist and lacerations to the thumb. on january 3rd, he was placed on restricted duty for 10 days.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1888,ee was pushing a portable welder when the welder pinned him between shuttle car body and welder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1889,employee states he was putting truck riggers down and bolt fell off lift bucket overhead and struck him on lip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1890,"ee was repositioning his bolter along the rib in order to install a roof bolt in a roof strap. as he trammed the bolter forward the canopys truck the rib causing a section of the rib measuring approx. 10'l x 16"" high x 1-12"" thick. to fall out of the rib from 5' above the mine floor. the rib roll struck him from behind and forced his face against the machine resulting in head and f",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -1891,"the ee was loading timbers onto the roof of a mantrip. the timber was dropped, trapping the tip of the ee's finger between the timber and the mantrip roof. x-rays showed a slight fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1892,stacking lime bags on pallets and got a pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1893,the miner cutter bits caught a ventilation curtain and threw some material off the curtain and struck injured in right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1894,"a nearby employee was using an 8 lb sledgehammer to remove a shaft. the injured employee walked behind the employee using the sledgehammer at the moment he put the sledgehammer to rest on his shoulder. the injured employee was hit on top of shoulder with the hammer. the blow was with minimal impact, but caused slight bruising.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1895,2/13 ee was lifting a piece of stone from the pan on to the thin line machine when ee felt slight throbbing to lower left side and worked until shift end 3:30pm. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1896,ee was helping pull down high voltage. when he reached up to unhook hanger felt pain in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1897,finish mill #3 feed pipe was choked. using pinch bar to get choke out bar got caught by mill and spun bar between bar and feed pipe which cut left hand finger tip off---called and amputated first joint of ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1898,in the process of changing trunion bearing on #2coal mill & ee was underneath the mill operatingthe jacks. as he straightened up he hit the backof his helmet against the mill,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1899,"employee and a co-worker were using a chain hoist to pull belt, when the hoist hook pulled loose and the chain and hook recoiled, striking injured on the right side of upper torso.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1900,"11,500 lbs roll away chute crushed employee's right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1901,"a mechanic was trying to remove an engine oil filter from a cat d9t dozer. while struggling to loosen the oil filter, the mechanic felt an immediate pain in lower back. the employee was taken to a local medical center where diagnosed with a lower back strain. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1902,employee was attempting to open a set of big air lock doors all the way when the chain came loose and his left arm was caught between the air lock doors (it was not found out that the employee had a small fracture to his left lower arm until his doctor appointment on 8-15-06).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1903,ee was working on a waterline. it came apart and struck him in left cheek. cheek was cut and required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1904,while using the big spline drive impact to take cutting edge bolts out of 105 loader ee attempted to hold head of bolt into pocket. bolt spun when impacted causing injury to finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1905,"mechanic was tightening a packing gland on log washer when the wrench slipped, pinching his finger between the bearing assembly and the wrench. employee was treated with first aid at on-site clinic and sent to er for sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1906,was moving a horizontal slide gate with a cumalong to select a different discharge hopper. when applying force the cumalong handle broke resulting in his left elbow striking the railing behind where he was standing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1907,"the injured was on 27 right section, #4 entry, attempting to pull the slider back to install a joint of ventilation tubing before roof bolting began, the tubing fell striking the injured on the head. ee started missing work on july 6, 2018.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1908,"employee was bolting top when glove got caught in the drill steel, twisting hand. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1909,"while utilizing a 3/4"" ratchet cum-a-long to move a 12"" diameter, 15' long pipe, ee incurred an umbilical herniation. the injury was realized the following day. was reported the following work days 11-26-01. ee has not lost time yet but is due to have a surgical procedure on 12-6-01 that may result in lost time from work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1910,"employee was baring down a slab when the bar was driven down, striking employees shin.employee was treated by doctor on 1/20 and placed on light duty.follow-up visit with doctor was conducted on 1/25, employee was then taken off of work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1911,"employee was installing a return roller on a conveyor. while using a pry bar to seat the roller, the bar slipped, striking the employee in the mouth. he suffered a laceration to his lip. the injury required stitches. the employee returned to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1912,employee was changing the battery cable when the service door shut on his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1913,employee was installing tillman roller in the cooler frame in the clinker cooler area. as he was under the walkers to roll forward he utilized the hard back stand to lift the cooler. as he left a little pressure on the cooler he reached over to get the other tillman roller. at the same time the porta power came off the stand and hit the employee on his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1914,"employee was installing a cable bolt when he inadvertently struck the joy stick, causing the bolt to spin and struck employee on his right wrist and forearm. restricted duty injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1915,"employee was helping load a chain guard for a header into a scoop bucket, when he smashed his right thumb between the guard & the bucket causing a laceration. he received 6 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1916,an employee was performing a liner change on the sag mill. he was operating the thunderbolt liner removal tool when on the second day he reported that his left shoulder was feeling a little sore and irritated. there was no sudden contact with anything or sudden pain. the soreness and irritation are still present.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1917,while employee was installing a roof bolt a damaged roof bolt struck the employee on the left side of face cutting it beside the left eye. employee received 4 stitches. came back to work the next day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1918,"replacing guard on lube pump on 6400, did not shut pump and finger fot caught and cut tip off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1919,employee cut finger on drill rod.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1920,injured was grinding welding splatter off of hand cart. small piece got in left eye. injured was wearing safety glasses and welding shield. noticed tenderness in left eye after completing grindng task. went to md 8/22/05 referred to opthamologist 8/24/05,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1921,"changing conveyer belt on rock crusher, one mechanic manually rolls the counterbalance wheel, as the belt was being rolled the injured technician failed to remove a hand and sustained a laceration to the 3rd finger on right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1922,ee was moving a box of cores. he felt a pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1923,employee was working on a needle scaler and was cutting the needles with a cut off wheel. the cut off wheel grabbed and jerked causing a laceration to the employee's (l) forefinger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1924,employee injured back when he reached over a vibrator to pick up a header block.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1925,"employee was tightening bolts on the primary plant, when he lost his footing due to muddy conditions. this resulted in him falling onto a conveyor which caused pain to his right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -1926,while cutting with a hand held grinder the blade bound up and broke. this caused the grinder to flip backward cutting the employee above the right thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1927,while using a wrench ee smashed finger between the wrench & a beam,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1928,"employee was using a pry bar to clear chunks from a plugged hopper. the chunks shifted causing the pry bar to move and pin his right hand against the side of the hopper, causing a cut on his right hand, requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1929,"ee was moving the miner, noticeing a piece of loose slate, ee stopped the miner, took a slate bar and pulled the loose slate, when a piece of the slate struck ee on the foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1930,"the ee was in the process of removing wedges from an impact crusher. he was using two sledge hammers to work them loose. while he was hitting them back and fourth to loosen the ee missed the wedge and struck his hand with head of sledge hammer. no broken bones x-rays negative, rx for pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1931,"ee was struck by a falling object that fell approx. 2 ft and struck his r leg int he thigh area. he was hanging a 9 1/2""x 92 1/2"". piece of ar that was fastened with 2 bolts on each end. when he attempted to bend over to pick up a nut, he lost grip ont he liner and it fell striking his leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1932,"the ee was directed to move a battery stand in the charging station (about 4""). he used a slatebar 48"" to pry the stand over. he felt lower back pain while doing this. he started missing work on 5-29-02, due to this.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1933,"employee states that while working on flanges in tireshop he bumped the edge of one flange, causing fingers to become pinched.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1934,a piece of rock had fallen on the water line and busted the coupling. ee was trying to flip rock off of water line. the rock had a sharp edge that cut ee's middle and ring fingers. this required stitches. no lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1935,"while steam cleaning a p & h 2250 shovel, the injured accidently swept the steam wand across his foot and burned it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -1936,"lifting starter motor out of equip, due to location of starter emp had to lay on fender in awkward position to pull out 80 lb starter.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1937,"employee was pulling drill steel by hand, pulledlower back, resulting in low back pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1938,ee alleges another ee was showing him how to clean frozen builup under conveyor. the steel bar was pulled out of other ee hand by the conveyor and struck him in the nose.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1939,the employee was riding in the back of a mantrip when he noticed that the blade to his knife was not closed. when he attempted to close it the blade caught his thumb. stitches were required to close the laceration. he returned to full duty work the next day 11/17/00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1940,"pulling spring mount bolts off with air wrench, spring sprung down on air wrench and smashed fingers on hoist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1941,"employee felt discomfort and noted that the soreness may have resulted at work while mixing pigments (lift/empty 50lb pigment bags into the mixing pot) 12 days prior. employee informed employer of potential job related discomfort on 2/27 and was seen by the facility nurse, then sent to the clinic. restrictions are being accommodated and employee returns to the clinic on 3/13. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1942,"while jacking up low tail dolly, jack slipped out and hit ee on side of head near jaw/ear.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1943,"reportable only due to staples. while attempting to mount a hammer on the crusher, the hammer fell, striking the employee on the head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1944,butch ferrell cut the plam of his lt hand while carring metal panels for an overcast.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1945,a piece of steel fell from the turning kiln while the employee was standing beside it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1946,"ee stated that he placed his hand on the mine floor while moving from under a section of vent tubing and something fell and struck his hand. the difference in the accident date and reporting date is due to waiting for a medical report which indicated a very small fracture, this employee went to the doctor on his own the following day, we received the report on 07/08/2005",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1947,employee was loading material in loader bucket and caught hand between material and bucket.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1948,"employee trying to close a bin gate, the gate continued past where the employee thought the gate should stop. the employee's left pinky fingernail passed through a tight spot, the fingernail was pulled off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1949,"ee was pulling on miner cable with a hook, when he slipped and fell, hurting his shoulder. he was seen by the co. dr. on 3 occasions with diagnosis of a strained shoulder. an mri was done on 1 -30-02 with diagnosis of a rotator cuff tear in the left shoulder. started losing time on 2-7-02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1950,"employee was removing beat seat band on tire when pulling flange off of wheel, it slid to right side pinching hand between flange & tire handler pad.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1951,"employee was loading trash into a trash car when ee felt a pain in lower back. it did not involve any equipment or compliance issues. it also did not involve job skills, proficiency, training, ppe or protective devices.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1952,"ee was assisting coworkers repositioning a rub rail on a joy 21 sc shuttle car, when he felt a pain inhis lwoer back. he did not start missing work until 1-25-02 and was dianosed with an occup ational injury until 1-31-02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1953,trying to line a stab jack up on joy miner to beable to weld on it and it slid off crib block onto shoulder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -1954,"strained right shoulder lifting impact gun overhead to remove lugnuts on haul truck, gun slipped.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1955,"employee was assisting his fellow roof bolter opertaor in hanging the roof bolter cable from the mine roof using insulated tie wire. when he turned his head to move, the excess end of the wire struck his right ear and actually went down into his ear. this resulted in a possible puncture to his ear drum.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1956,"ee changing cutting edge on 966 loader bucket. removing bolts from cutting edge, had left hand under cutting edge. bolt dropped while air gun was still spinning. bolt head cut through work glo ve and cut into finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1957,ee was at the 8' shaft cleaning out the sump. there are two pipe barriers with chains to prevent entry into sump. ee was moving the barriers when he felt a pull in his groin area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1958,trying to help flip over a piece of steel ee gottip of left ring finger caught between the steeland the frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1959,"area was muddy, employee was assisting to remove grating and slipped then felt pain in his lower back. transported to clinic for evaluation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1960,"the affected miner had been welding on guards during his shift and had gone home at the end of his shift. soon after arriving home, both of his eyes started to hurt and swell closed. he sought immediate medical attention and was diagnosed as having welding flash.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -1961,"ee's were removing an electrical motor (100 hp) from the screen tower approx 50' above ground level. a boom truck was used to lift and remove the motor. while removing, there was inadequate clearance over a permanent handrail. ee's were pushing and lifting motor over handrail, when motor cleared, it dropped forcing a seperation of the two middle fingers, splitting web, stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1962,the employee was building a ventilation stopping when he bent down to pick up a block & he strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1963,"while lifting a rock to remove from roadway, he felt a pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1964,employee was removing brick from the kiln with ajackhammer. while hammering out brick on the bottom of the kiln a piece of brick fell from overhead and struck him on the back of the neck. saw a doctor on 10/18/00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1965,"breaking granite with shims and wedges, when a piece of wedge broke off, and embedded in left forearm. had to go to urgent care clinic to remove object, and get stitches. could not lift 20 lbs for 5 working days. had sutures removed after 7 days, and is now not limited.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1966,"while raising tailpiece, guard dropped smashing middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1967,ee alleges that while he was using a jackhammer a hose broke and hit him on the wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1968,employee was pulling with a wrench on a stuck fitting when the wrench slipped causing hand to contact a sharp edge. employee lacerated his left thumb requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1969,"employee was unloading a 12 volt battery out of the back of his pickup, when he felt a sharp pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1970,employee's right hand 5th digit became pinched between a conduit bender and a tailgate as ee and another employee attempted to manually unloaded from ee's truck bed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1971,welder was changing out liners in apron feeder and lifting the worn liner on the belt. the liner slipped and his finger was pinched. right index finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1972,back strain due improper lifting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1973,"ee was using a jackhammer to remove hardened material. when he pulled the jackhammer toward his body, the jackhammer bit came out and fell on his left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1974,operator was hosing material off of a grate side plate and got spray-back in their eyes. employee received antibiotic drops for their eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1975,ee was removing a seal from a hopper door of a rail car when they felt discomfort in right shoulder. initially treated as a first aid. injury escalated to recordable when employee was prescribed physical therapy on 10/07/2019.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1976,"worker was using a sledgehammer to dislodge anfo stuck in the powder bin. when he swung the hammer back to hit the bin again, he smashed his finger on the beam of the powder bin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1977,customer truck driver caught his left thumb in his truck tailgate. he was instructed to stay in his cab.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1978,"ee was removing cable bolts from on top of the stage loader, when he felt pain in the upper right arm. ee continued to work at regular duties until 7/24/09. ee has a bicep and tear to the upper right arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1979,tried to turn rotor in 43x40 crusher; right foot got caught between field plate and breaker bar.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1980,the engine cover slammed down on his arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1981,"injury occurred while this contractor was installing a top center belt roller on a belt line. while leaning over belt bed rail to install roller he felt a pop in left rib area. cause of injury was improper position and overexertion. ppe was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was not a factor, mining equip/systems was not a factor, miner proficiency and skill may be factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -1982,"employee was removing approximately 600 feet of 4"" plastic pipe. they came to an area where the pipe crossed some cables and decided to break a coupler using a hammer. while striking the coupler, the coupler broke and allowed the pipe to swing up and strike employee in the face breaking some teeth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1983,employee was pulling on a drive shaft and hit his elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1984,"employee setting up to bolt, put section of wire screen in the back using a mickey bolt tapped in by hand & other end was held up by a scaling bar. ee bent over to get 2nd mickey as ee stood up 1st mickey fell out allowing screen to fall contacting ee's face resulting in laceration to right eyebrow & cheek, sutures required. full work release issued making this medical reportable. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1985,"employee was pulling a stump out of the ground, when the bucket slid off the stump, made seat bottom out and jerked employee's lower back. employee did not miss any work until 12/15/2020.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -1986,"employee alleges while lowering overhead power cable from power pole the sheave block broke striking his thumb, the power had been disconnected prior to the work being performed. the sheave bl ock appeared to be in good condition prior to being used.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -1987,employee was shoveling on tail piece when they felt bad pain in the middle of their back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -1988,employee has moving a filing cabinet and as he tried to slide it with his left arm he felt a pop and had severe pain in his lower back. lower back strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -1989,employee was operating a pneumatic impact wrench from the sitting position. the 1/2 inch air line kc nipple came loose from the quick connect fitting. the air line struck the employee in the groin area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -1990,"employee was moving a steel plate with another worker when left ring finger got pinched, fracturing the finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1991,"running d5 dozer, reclaiming on slope. got on a rock, slid and jarred his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -1992,"while removing twist drill steel from a hole that had just been drilled, ee injured his left hand & wrist when he contacted the spinning drill steel (fractured thumb).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -1993,ee was lifting a 25 lb tote with 20 gallons of water in it. he attempted to lift the tote to dump it when he felt a pop in his right forearm. the tote was lifted approximately knee high and he was using his left hand to lift the tote and his right hand to guide it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1994,"ee states he bent over in the thickener to retrieve a bucket and hit his head on a metal bar, suffering a contusion to back of neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -1995,scotch fell during repairs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -1996,"clear, sunny day. ee stated he was working at tower 80 when he lifted a head pulley cover and felt something in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -1997,was operating a rock breaker on a track hoe. a piece of flying rock hit him in the r eye. operator was not wearing safety glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -1998,employees hand got caught between two stones as he was moving one of them.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -1999,"while repositioning the keeper on the middle pin of the 980h loader bucket linkage, the operator used a 12-lb sledgehammer to tap its edge. the hammer glanced off the keeper and continued to move forward. the operator's left hand struck the boom of the loader, injuring the left index finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2000,"working on main control panel on a miner, he wasattempting to push the panel back in place, he grabbed onto the long rub rail and it fell on top of his foot. cause of this injury was aware ness compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, mine equipment was a factor, miner proficiencya factor, protective items not a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2001,hot dust putting out of rotary kiln #3 flew into eyes as i was walking by. prescription issued 1-26-05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2002,"employee was dumping a hopper full of kiln feed and debris into a dumpster. when employee went to release the handle, the hopper rocked back, smashing the tips of employee's left middle and index fingers between the forks and hopper frame. both fingertips were fractured, with nail damage and degloving of finger pads.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2003,hammering nails wrong way,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -2004,"employee were removing a flywheel from the side od a wash screen. a ""t"" bar weighing approx 10 lbs was used a spacer to jack the flywheel out. when the flywheel came loose the bar fell approx (3) three feet striking employee's right instep of his right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2005,pulling hose and strained or pulled muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2006,ee was standing on third rung of ladder. he was cutting with a torch. the torch backfired and he lost his balance. trying to regain his balance he grabbed ahold of the ladder and hurt his righ t shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -2007,"while bending over to pick up dragline power cable, the injured strained his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2008,"during relining the ball mill a fellow employee was hammering a liner bolt in, injured employee was standing off to the side and behind him when a small piece of metal came off the hammer and struck him in the neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2009,"ee was cleaning check valve with pneumatic needle scaler, when a piece of foreign material entered right eye, past safety glasses with side shield and a face shield. ee had material removed and was given antibiotic ointment for the eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2010,"while pushing a roof bolt up to the roof, the employee thought he had the bolt head in the bolter chuck. however, the bolt was not in the chuck, which allowed it to slip, striking the employee in his right forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2011,employee had large stone fall onto knee while stacking stone bruising knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2012,"for unkown reasons, the employee was opening a 5 gallon oil can with a knife and cut his left thumb requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2013,the employee was moving empty pallets when he felt pain in his low back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2014,the employee was lifting a 20 pound part from a cart to a hand truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2015,"ee was removing a pin with a hammer and spike, when a piece of spike came off and became lodged in his stomach.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2016,drop ball on crane fell striking employee on the ear and leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2017,employee alleges he was cutting off plastic fitting and the pocket knife he was using slipped and cut the tip of his right index finger off.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2018,"ee was grinding and welding on bumper on boomtruck. when he got home, he felt an object in his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2019,employee was cleaning up a cement spill using a shovel. this was a first aid injury until ee went for surgery on 9/23/22. first day lost time was 9/27/2022.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2020,employee was hammering on a bolt when a piece of slag off of the bolt hit his cheek and eye. employee was treated with antibiotic. ee rtw next scheduled shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2021,employee stated that ee pinched finger between two pieces of metal resulting in a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2022,second degree burns to forearm; holding a lit torch in his hand he reached with the other had to get material to cut and the flame touched his forearm. ee was not wearing a protective welders jacket or welders sleeves,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2023,"employee was pulling 3"" pvc pipe in no. 3 belt entry, pipe hung up and struck top of his right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2024,employee stated dropping a piece of underground ventilation tubing and felt a pop in shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2025,"while using a shop saw to cut a piece of metal, the employee sustained a laceration to the right index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2026,employee splashed plaster in his left eye and material was removed from eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2027,"a crew member was using a 5"" dewalt grinder to cut off excess angle from a mid rail. the employee was holding the angle with his left hand and grinder in right. there was no handle on the grinder and when it got in a bind it jumped into the employee standing one step down, striking him in the left arm just below the elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2028,ee injured his thumb when he got it caught between the man lift basket of a lift truck and a piece of drill steel used to serve as a bracket for a 2300 volt drop.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2029,a fully trained miner was splicing the belt when ee felt pain in ee's knee. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2030,employee filled fuel tank of the crusher and did cleanout behind the tank. the tank swings out for access. ee was pushing the fuel tank back into place but caught ee's hand near the latch. it pinched between the tank and latch. employee had gloves on but ended up with an open wound on ee's finger. sent to emergency room to get the finger stitched.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2031,employee was cutting a piece of belting with a utility knife and cut his leg with the knife.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2032,operator had hand lying on leveling arm when he raised the head of the bolting machine & caught his finger between leveling arms.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2033,employee was pulling cable and nip and strained shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2034,"at the time of the incident the technician was removing the wheel bolts from a cat 793 truck. when the technician engaged his impact wrench, the socket came free from the wrench and struck him in the upper lip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2035,employee was helping put cover on section power center and caught finger with cover - mashing his finger nail and breaking finger - left hand middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2036,employee was picking up a bottom belt stand and twisted to put it down and felt a sharp pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2037,"while spraying primer on the floor, employee got substance splashed into eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2038,employee was repairing a screw. he was pulling on the belts to get the screw to turn straining his back in the process.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2039,"employee reported: installing roof bolts in a face area, after drilling hole when attempting to install the roof bolt in the drilled hole, the bolt caught in the hole and bent. when rotating t he bolt to anchor, the belt bolt struck his left thumb. (started missing scheduled work days on 11-29-2003).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2040,"employee was repairing a guard, using a hammer to position in place, employee struck his left pinky finger with the hammer",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2041,"ee was vacuuming a sump with an air mover vacuum truck & 6"" pipe and hose, when piping became stuck. after breaking the vacuum on the piping with the vacuum relief device which de-energized the vacuum to the piping, the employee injured back (back strain) while removing the stuck piping from the sump.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2042,"employee was side bolting on the left side of e29tg miner. as ee connected the drill steels, ee applied up pressure which cause the steels to bend, pinching left middle finger between the steel and the atrs jack.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2043,employee pinched his hand while performing maintenance on a tractor used for field drying. he had his hand in between a pin and a hammer he was using to fix the machinery with. he needed 3 stitches in his hand!,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2044,"employee was removing engine from haul truck, removing various components, when he felt a pull in left shoulder. has appointment to see doctor on 12-4-09.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2045,employee was in the process of reinstalling a roller frame on a dozer. as the employee was sliding the frame back on the dozer a bogie slid and fell onto the employee's left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2046,"employee was unloading monorail sections off the belt, his end pivoted pinching rt.ring finger against roof.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2047,"while tightening/adjusting bolts to level base ring, wrench slipped off of bolt crushing rt pinky finger between wrench and ring plate.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2048,employee reached into his tool box & cut his right hand on an object. sutures were required. full release issued. no days lost.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2049,"closing the bottle of the mill, the closing lid catches the finger of the left hand. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2050,employee was manually moving sheets of expanded metal mesh when one of the corners cut through his glove and into his fourth finger on his right hand. sutures were used to close the laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2051,"removing a section off a roll up door between shipping and packaging departments, a section of the door separated and fell striking the employee on the hand resulting in a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2052,"the employee picked up a large rock to move it out of the underground road. while tossing the rock, ee dropped the rock on l foot. the rock struck ee's foot just behind the steel toe guard, causing a fracture to the l great toe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2053,"while lifting jackhammer, felt arm tighten up & felt a ripping sensation in right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2054,employee was moving a full bottle of acetylene onto the welding trailer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2055,bent over to pick up 2 gal bucket of coal - strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2056,while removing locking bar spacer blocks from the filter press employee caught respirator on a hydraulic hose then slipped and fell. employee was holding a large wrench which smashed fingers between the wrench and the pan doors of the filter press. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -2057,"employee felt irritation in ee's right eye during ee's shift until it got worse. employee tried to flush ee's eye with no success and went to the hospital where they removed a metal shaving and gave ee prescribed medication. ee has no knowledge of working with metal that shift, but the shift prior, used a grinder. ee may have rubbed ee's eye. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2058,installing positive dump in the inside of no 2 cooler. while lifting positive dump cylinder into position felt pain in low back. *returned to work next scheduled shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2059,"employee stated while recovering a torque arm from a belt drive, the arm contacted a steel beam causing it to jerk sideways striking employee on the right leg. ee refused 1st aid and was transported to the surface by emt. ee refused ambulance and left unassisted and ambulatory to seek medical treatment. ee was given time off work to seek follow up with orthopedic doctor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2060,while carrying slate he felt pain in his lower abdomen,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2061,"ee was attempting to unhook the light plant from his truck, when he lifted up on the light plant to get it loose from the ball, the light plant pushed forward, mashing his finger on the hitch on the truck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2062,"ee was helping move a piece of steel bedliner ina tight area with a pedistal fan in the area. ashe raised up, the middle finger of his left handstuck through a damaged portion of the guard on the fan. the fan blade struck his tip of the finger causing a laceration and fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2063,operator was backing up the dozer when he hit a rock with one track. said his neck was stiff and went to hospital the next day. said he had a pulled muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2064,employee stated that he was picking up a foot shaft & strained his low back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2065,"while re-railing a mine car, the hydraulic jack kicked out and struck ee on the right arm/hand, causing a fracture",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2066,"while plate cleaning the operator had to move the plates manually by hand. usually mill operations uses a plate bar to assist moving the plates, but there is a wash water mounting bracket in the way so the operator had to use his hand to move the plate and one side moved faster than the other. the plate fell off the rail and pinched the employee's right hand ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2067,ee was trying to remove a stuck bag from a conveyor. when his hand got wedged in-between the conveyor and the rolled. ee was treated at wmc and released with minor scrapes,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2068,"replacing new roller on excavator, roller slipped and caught middle finger damaging it, treated cut after removing finger from glove and sent employee to er ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2069,"ee was cutting a 4"" pipe using a table mounted metal cutoff saw. after the ee finished the cut he shut the saw off and as the cutting wheel was winding down, the ee tried to unclamp the cut pipe and the back of his left hand contacted the wheel, cutting his glove and creating a 3"" laceration on the back of his hand. injury required surgery to repair severed tendon.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2070,using a belt knife to cut pieces of extra conveyor belt to make guards.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2071,"he was helping the mechanic put a guard on the ripper shank of a d-11 dozer, he was holding the keeper for him. the mechanic slipped mashing/cutting ee's middle right finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2072,a dragline bucket was laid on its side to be welded on; employee moved the bucket chains and felt a pain in his lower back as he bent over to enter the bucket work area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2073,employee was lifting hood on wagner 3 yd loader and hood fell striking his 3rd finger on right hand cutting it. required 8 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2074,ee was assisting another ee install a troughing roller. while doing so ee pinched his second finger on his right hand between two rollers. at that time ee lost conciousness for approx 30 to 45 seconds. ee sustained a bruise to back of his head and was transported to hospital. ee was released after brief observation adn returned to work the next day as scheduled.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -2075,employee was trying to restock the cable going to the splitter box when he strained his lower back. he stated that he was in an awkward position while trying to pull the leads where they neede d to go.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2076,"employee was bolting when a head fell out striking their left elbow, resulting in it being sore and they worked shorter hours for 3 days.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2077,"claimant states: injured abdominal area lifting a guard, then jolted running bobcat (skid steer)over rough terrain. this claim is being litigated. not reported to employer until 1/20/0 3",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2078,while reaching to uncoil cable felt a pop in the back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2079,"dust system repainman was using an air lance pipe on the 8th floor dust collector in north lime loadout to open a plugged discharge hopper. at approx 8:30 am, a sudden blast of quiklime flew u p into his face and lime went under his safety glasses causing both eyes to receive chemical burns. he went to the lab first aid station immediately & medical treatment the same morning.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2080,"ee kneeling on conveyor putting skirting on load out belt, ee stood up and felt/heard crack in knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2081,"while using a rod tounplug a feeder, he strained his chest 7 shoulder. he was prescribed physical therapy 1-31-00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2082,"employee was changing a tire on supply hauler, the tire rolled trapping arm between tire and hauler fender. the employee continued to have complications with arm and was placed off work march 12, 2014.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2083,the employee was filling up the greasing gun when he cut his middle (right) finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2084,"victim was stacking metal structure. he caught his finger between the structure and the mine roof, cutting his finger, requiring stitches to finger. victim did not miss any work and is on limited duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2085,the employee was roof bolting when the drill steel bend and hit his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2086,"ee, other, and another were hooking up a water line to a pump. the pipe slipped and struck ee on the neck and chin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2087,"employee was cutting metal shipping band around a bundle of bacon straps with metal cutting snips. band broke loose and struck right arm. ppe was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was not a factor, mining equipment/systems was not a factor, miner proficiency was a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2088,"while hitting a support beam for catwalk repair with a sledge hammer, the employee struck the metal and his hand slipped off the metal and got caught between the hammer handle and steel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2089,while loading rail cars the employee was climbing from the loading platform onto the top of the rail cars. he was opening the doors on top of the cars for loading. he twisted his back while performing his job.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2090,injured miner was cleaning on kiln feed shelf. ee was using a t-handle bar to clean built up material. ee broke through built material easier than expected and smashed ee's right pinky finger between handle of metal bar and metal wall of feed shelf. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2091,"employee was cutting a loose roof bolt down from the top and when the bolt was cut into, it fell, striking employee above the left eye resulting in 13 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2092,"employee was changing filter bag, the bag pinched ee's left thumb on the bag tray, which resulted in a small cut and swelling to ee's left thumb. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2093,ee alleges a back strain from attempting to install a pump. he continued to work until 7-10-02 when he began to miss work. the mine is now closed as of 7-15-02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2094,"employee felt a ""pop"" in his shoulder while using a banding tool to secure product to a pallet in the warehouse.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2095,employee was helping unload timbers & felt pain in rt. shoulder. did not think it was hurt very bad. ee has continued to work until 8/3/04 until dr. has told him that he must operate on shoulder to determine why he continues to have pain & why he cannot lift his rt. arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2096,"helping place power box, he left work with back pain. had surgery 6 months prior to this date. visited clinic where original surgery performed; taken off work and scheduled for follow-up. doctor unsure if new or old injury. refered to another doctor; had a series of exams performed. 6/22/06 received e-mail stating that evaluation indicated ""right lumbar radiculopathy"".",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2097,ee was cutting off the inner race to change a bearing on the tail pulley of the screen feed belt. the splatter from the torch was landing directly onto a chain jack chain link. the chain jack was being used to horizontally suspend the tail pulley assembly. the chain link gave away which immediately caused the tail pulley assembly to release horizontally and pin ee's hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2098,"employees were using picks, sledgehammers and shovels to chop frozen bituminous coal out of the inside of a railroad car. one employee struck another's index finger with a pick.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2099,"it was very cold. while cleaning frozen material from conveyor belt, a piece of frozen material broke off and fell on left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2100,employee was putting new gears in a shaker. the gears slipped off of the shaft and employee's right thumb got caught between the gears and the shaft when they fell. employee's right thumb was fractured and cut.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2101,"ee was closing door on backhoe when suddenly the handle of backhoe broke off, causing laceration of left thumb. sent to er and received 9 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2102,the employee was descending the ladder of his haul truck when he felt a sharp pain in his left shoulder. he immediately reported the injury and was examined by a doctor. it was diagnosed as a slight strain and the employee was put on light duty until further examination.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2103,"operator was pushing uphill on slope and noticed pain in upper part of back area. went to dr. for x-rays. shows signs of spurs on spine, which was inflamed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2104,employee was hammering his chisel & the hammer slipped & twisted his wrist. tenosynovitis on right distal forearm. restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2105,ee was pulling on hose when hose slipped and ee struck elbow agaisnt equipment. employee sought medical treatment for condition of upper arm. dr determined 9-22-05 that conditon was a result of contusion small laceration sustained when elbow was bumped.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2106,a piece of metal blew into his left eye while hewas rock bolting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2107,employee reported on 10/31/2019 that they had allegedly strained their right shoulder while using a hose at conveyor on 10/30/2019. went to er and was released to return to work: 11/1/2019 went to ortho and was given 2 weeks off. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -2108,he was removing a water valve from a pipe and bumped his head on pipe. he received a cut to scalp in back of head. received staples and tetanus shot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2109,ee was helping another employee lift a plate compactor over a concrete form when he felt a sharp pain in his lower back. he was sent to the doctor who diagnosed him with a back strain and released him to work with restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2110,while helping change 100 hp motor on belt drive employee had small finger of left hand pinched between motor and frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2111,employee was pushing on a pallet that had stopped short of the end of the roll conveyor. employee's stomach muscles were in a condition which allowed this last act of pushing a pallet to cause employee to be diagnosed with a hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2112,ee was carrying an air cylinder on his shoulder. he lowered cylinder to work bench and right index finger got caught between cylinder and work bench. laceration requiring sutures. limited use of hand. no lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2113,"operator was walking through the bottom floor of the product silos to adjust feeder controls and dry lime got into his left boot due to holes from wear. socks were wet due to walking in water earlier in the day. employee did have a new pair of boots at home, but didn't wear them. did not become reportable until 4/20/15",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2114,"employee was draining the lubrication oil from a kiln trunion bearing that got overheated in order to determine the viscosity of the oil. while removing the drain cap and attaching hose to the oil drain hole in the bearing, hot gear oil spilled onto his gloved hands. this caused 2nd degree burns to his right thumb and palm and left index finger. debrided skin on right thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2115,"ee went to co. dr. on 4-26-01 and was placed on restricted duty. cleaning out the cone crusher with a bar, ee strained the right side of groin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2116,employee was using a hand held grinder to cut a piece of water pipe. the grinder kicked back and the employees hand struck against a sharp piece of metal cutting their hand. employee received 6 sutures as a result of the injury. employee has proper training and was wearing ppe and didn't violate any regulations.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2117,"the ee alledges that while he was setting in the right position the wooden pallet, upon grabbing it his right hand thumb bent backwards, hurting him. he fells a lot of pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2118,subject alleges he was hanging coal drill cable to roof bolt plate. the drill operator engaged cable reel and it struck subject in rib cage. bruised and possible fractured ribs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2119,on 3/14/02 ee felt pop in shoulder when grabbed pipe overhead. he later saw private dr. who diagnosed rotar cuff ctd. the dr beleives condition occurred over time. diagnosis & treatment were not known until 4/1/01 when investigation began,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2120,"the employee was assisting a co-worker in removing a motor from the prep plant using a chain hoist. the chain slipped through the chain fall resulting in the hoist jerking the employee due to the weight of the motor, causing injury to the back of the employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2121,"employee felt a pull in lower back when employee placed a steel plate, measuring approx. 16"" x 20"", onto the cutting table. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2122,employee was lifting 35 lb steel ring into a loader bucket and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2123,driller was changing a bit and when ee went to remove the bell housing off the bit. ee cut the top of right index finger on the bottom of the steel on a burr.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2124,employee was closing the door to the scrubber tank when a bolt broke causing employee to strike his finger against a handrail.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2125,employee was moving valves in order to retrieve the required valve that he was moving rotated over and caught his right pinky finger between the two valves.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2126,employee stated that he was installing a rear tire on a wa600 loader using the overhead crane. the tire swung around against a metal stand. the employee's left leg got caught between the metal stand and concrete wall causing a mashing injuryto his leg. became reportable on 8-9-01 due to incurring lost work days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2127,employee was attempting to lift a ladder off the ground when his back started to hurt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2128,injured employee was climbing up the ladder on side of customer's truck to examine material when he felt a pain in his left chest.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2129,"employee was changing bits on a miner. when he pushed hard on the wrench, he felt a rip in his left shoulder. he will have surgery on 11/30/09.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2130,employee was helping make a belt splice. he tried to reach in and remove splice paper and was struck by a hammer. fracture to right ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2131,"ee was standing in front of parked c/m, hanging the remote control box from roof. a roof bolting maching was moving across the section. its trailing cable was lodged behind the water box & would not allow the cable to unwind. cable tightened & jerked from the hooks in roof. cable struck ee on the r. side of head & knocked him to mine floor. ee was unconscious approx. 12 hrs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2132,employee was grinding on a skirt board when they felt irritation on the left eye. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2133,driller and drill helper were attempting to take off drill bit from pipe when drill pipe unscrewed from top head and fell down on helper,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2134,employee was taking cover off control panel. cover fell against scoop causing injury to finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2135,employee picked up a drill plug from the left side of his body to put back on the casing. he had one foot on top of the drill mound (ant hill) and one foot on the inside of the mound. when he moved the plug he felt a pull in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2136,wearing incorrect foot wear (leather boots vs. rubber boots) boots got wet and employee developed-plantar fasciitis ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2137,ee was attempting to cut a piece of belt when heaccidently cut his lt. thumb with the belt knifecausing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2138,"roof bolter operator, installing fully-grouted resin roof bolt, straightened bolt, felt ""pop"" in right shoulder. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2139,employee had finished drilling a bolt hole and was in process of taking the drill steel apart. when one piece of drill steel came down and struck his right little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2140,ee was removing the radiator guard on the 977k track loader to remove dirt collected between the radiator and the guard. he was holding the radiator guard with his lt. hand and removed the la st bolt with his rt. hand. the guard slipped outof his hand cutting the tip of his finger.(between the brace and guard.),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2141,"employee picked up an empty paper bag to place on loading spout, injuring right arm and shoulder",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2142,employee was hanging miner cables when a hanger broke causing the cable to hit him on the right shoulder knocking him to the ground.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2143,while making a belt splice on #2 belt line ee strained a muscle in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2144,employee was helping to pull sleeve off of an engine. the sleeve puller fell & hit employee on left hand causing a laceration on ring finger at the second joint. 4 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2145,foreign body in to right eye,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2146,"the injury occurred when adjusting the impeller clearance on a slurry pump. while checking the rotation of the slurry pump shaft, the left thumb of the ee was caught between the v-belt and motor sheave. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2147,getting chair parts off mantrip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2148,the injured claimed he lifted a chain onto a welding truck bed which was four feet high from ground level.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2149,employee was roof bolting. he stated that he twisted around to retrieve a roof bolt when he felt a pain in his back. he worked the rest of his shift and went to the emergency room on 12-21-2010 at 10:00 a.m. his was told that he had a pulled muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2150,while installing tracks on bulldozer ee had debris contact left leg after striking the track chain with a 10# sledge hammer. investigation suspects shrapnel broke from the alloy head of the hammer and struck ee that resulted in a small cut on lower leg. employee was treated by medical responder then transported to a hospital where medical treatment was provided. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2151,employee had hurt shoulder on personal time 5-13-01 then dislocated his same shoulder while pulling himself onto the crusher.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2152,operator dropped rock on employees hand. employee has smashed fingers unknown at time of filing if any are broke.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2153,employee was raking material on walkway. employee felt strain in left wrist area (behind the thumb),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2154,"ee was standing on operator's side of roof bolter changing a bit on his drill steel. slate fell from between bolts, striking him on the l shoulder. ee continued work until 5:55 pm when he left work to have it checked.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2155,the employee was moving the hazemag crusher bar to check for wear and the bars moved unexpectedly and mashed his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2156,"the operator applied air to the jackleg's feed leg too quickly while driving a rock bolt, ee lost control of the machine and lost ee's footing, ie fell with the machine in hand to the ground, resulting in ee's left index finger getting pinched between the jackleg and the feed leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2157,employee was pushing scaffolding on wheels whena plant fell off hitting him on head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2158,"injured employee was helping change blow bar, when employee dropped the bar and smashed his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2159,"employee was holding onto a elbow fitting that attaches to the unloading valve under a rail car. the second employee attempted to strike the upper part of the fitting with a hammer when the first employee left hand was hit, which the employee received four stitches in the left hand-little finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2160,"ee was setting a tank of acetylene down when as felt pain in lower back. ee did not miss day work, went to dr 7-2-00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2161,cutting conveyor belt using a utility knife and cut left hand between thumb and forefinger. miner received five (5) sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2162,ee was bolting in the number three entry in the left crosscut installing an outside bolt. as he was drilling a hole the stab jock slipped off a ledge resulting in the canopy striking him on to p of his head. he completed his shift. he worked the entried following day. he saught medical attention after he completed his 4-5-02 shift. he began missing work on 4-8-02. he was released w,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2163,during the shift employee got a foreign object in his eye. it was scratchy the next day so he had it looked at. an eye doctor put antibiotic drops in the right eye for the corneal scratch.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2164,"ee suffered chemical burns to his inside lips. he was disconnecting air compressed line which was slightly pressurized. connection broke, caustic which had drained into the hose sprayed into his mouth. air line shut down improperly by a prior shift which allowed caustic to backflow into hose. ee used 2 cans of dap & utilized emergency rinse station.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2165,"employee was cleaning 2nd floor of plant when a piece of 4"" piece of metal fell from 3rd floor where it was being cleaned hit him on his right shoulder. bruising it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2166,"emp was changing silo 23 to silo 20 and was hitting selector in an upward position w/slegehammer w/rt.hand. emp struck lt.hand index finger. x-rays showed three fractures and a splint was placed on finger. restrictions of ""no lt. arm work"". emp continues at in his same position training a new pa. no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -2167,"d9r dozer operator was traveling in reverse and struck a 777c rock truck in the rear, the rock truck was also traveling in reverse. the d9r operator states he didn't see the rock truck as he began to go in reverse, the rock truck driver also states he did not see the d9r dozer through his mirrors as he was traveling in reverse.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2168,working on #8 tripper car rail in fines crusher. on sunday he said his right thumb became sore. as the week went on it became more painful resulting in a clinic visit and diagnosis of tendonitis on 8/30.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2169,"employee needed to reposition the bit basket in the drill deck. employee bent over and grabbed the bit basket with the left hand and pulled up on the bit basket. employee felt a pop and an ""electrical shock"" sensation go up the left forearm. injury to tendon in left forearm. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2170,initially employee thought they strained their back. after seeking medical attention it has been determined employee has a herniated disc in their back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2171,finger was pinched between 2-beams,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2172,"ee was picking up scrap metal from back of franklin quarry shop and tossing it into loader bucket. one piece had a hook-shaped end on it and as he tossed it into loader bucket, the hook-shaped end caught his left wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2173,the accident took place on the 7th floor mill room. ee and other were attempting to change the oil in the elevator head wheel-raw mill. other lifted the 6 gallon bucke of oil approx. 40 lbx. h ee who was on the platform. he pulled up the bucket throught the ladder and jerked it up to keep from dropping it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2174,"conveyor chain was broken on miner, while putting chain together, strained back",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2175,"while clearing a choke above the impactor, the material flushed pulling the bar that the employee was using downward rapidly causing a strain in the employees, elbow, shoulder and neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2176,"ee originally was injured on 9/6/07. submission #509993. he had surgery and was released to return to work on 2/5/08. on 2/20/08 he was shoveling drill clippings in a drill hole when he felt pain in the same shoulder. an m.r.i. was performed on 3/4/08, diagnosis was tendonitis, bursitis, and arthritis to the 4 muscles of the rotator cuff group from the previous injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2177,left hand hit with sledgehammer,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2178,"the injury occurred when the contractor was carrying a crib block through water, and tripped over another block in the water. the contractor dropped the one he was carrying and was struck in the mouth, chipping two teeth. caused of the injury was not removing tripping hazards out of the work area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2179,"ee was standing in the millblock milling location cleaning & plateing area to reload. 6"" slab shifted and fell approx. 2 ft before contact then continued on and pinned his leg to stacking rack. other ee and another ee removed the piece rock and ambulance was called.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2180,ee was grinding and grinding dust got into rt. eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2181,"6/26/16 ee alleged shoulder pain but couldn't attribute it to work related task. ee was seen by dr and directed with otc meds and no work related. 7/6/16 ee reported discomfort & examined by dr who suggested ee symptoms potentially work related and imposed work restrictions. soft tissue pain identified no indication of any sprain, or further conditions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2182,"employee was helping replace flights in the heavy media vessel when the flight became hung on the toe board, causing it to roll over and mash his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -2183,a fully trained miner was checking the cable on the shuttle car with the cover raised when the cover came down and hit ee on the right middle finger. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved. employee did not begin to miss work until 2/27/2020.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2184,a 30# steel ring fell on thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2185,employee works indoors in the chilton manufacturing center as a splitter operator. the employee was operating a splitter and a piece of rock fell off the table and struck foot. the employee was wearing steel toed boots with metatarsal protections. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2186,miner was greasing a dewatering screw when elbow locked up & miner felt a pop in the joint. miner did not report incident to management until 6/3/16 and did not seek medical treatment until 6/7/16. miner was referred to another doctor on 6/21/16. we currently do not know the extent or cause of the injury but the miner is still working under light restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2187,"employee, while assisting the ground crew get a sump pump out of a muddy area, strained his groin area. the employee was diagnosed on 11/29 as having a hernia and was scheduled to have surgery on 12/13/04. employee continued to work with no restrictions to his job up until his surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2188,"a drain line was plugged that it used to drain the leg from a screening tank to a transfer pump that pumps resulurry back to the #2 ht. when valve was opened, product cam eout with a force. he turned his head and back to miss hitting him in the face but the slurry hit him behind the head and went between his safety side shields packing his eyes and glasses with slurry. he was ta",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2189,during installation of a 10' fly board it slipped off the atrs when glue was being placed in the hole.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2190,"employee was operating a haul truck being loaded by a shovel, there was some large material and jarred the truck and the operator's back. the operator reported it and did not want to see a doctor at the time and on 12/27/2022 wanted to be seen as they felt it was not getting better. operator was given restricted duty and prescribed a medication, operator has missed 0 days. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2191,"employee reported working in area 335 under bank #2 installing jumper line. when he had to change welding rod, he lifted his hood, when foreign matter fell behind his safety glasses into his right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2192,employee was removing a piece of rock that had a sharp edge and cut his middle finger of his right hand. he received 6 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2193,"employee states while putting away stock in warehouse, she lifted three pieces of steel and felt a pop on her left wrist, resulting in a sprain of the left wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2194,"employee was changing a 3.5'x5.5""x1/4"" perforated screen. while making final adjustments, the employee allowed his finger to fall into a pinch point, and pinched the tip of his left pinky finger, causing a laceration that required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2195,"employee was changing a deck bushing on a drill, he had the bushing elevated and it slipped pinching his finger between the bushing and metal",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2196,"while pulling on a bar to manually unlock the belly dump doors, employee felt a pop in left shoulder and pain radiated down his arm to fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2197,operator was entering drill cab when door came closed on left index finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2198,unrolling water line: installing water pump. lifting pump and striking head against mine roof.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2199,ee was pulling a conveyor chain together with a chain ratchet. the hook on the chain slipped off and struck him on the right hand and broke his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2200,employee was removing a filter on ac-501 and droped the metal filter on his left leg. causing a cut that needed 3 stiches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2201,"while employee was grabbing bags of cement off of conveyer, he must have grabbed the wrong way and twisted wrist, wrist swollen.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2202,ee came in early to get belt framing for a belt lay on 3rd. shift. there was a piece of belt in front of trailer he was trying to get out. he had a rope dog hooked to the belt & when he started to pull it his hand got caught between chain & ride resulting in injury to his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2203,he was helping pull water hose thru frame and pulled muscle in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2204,employee was hanging inline plug for the miner cable when the employee felt a pop in left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2205,"employee was driving 12"" rebar stake to support electrical conduit for concrete pour, when 10 lb.sledge hammer slipped off rebar coming in contact with left thumb, causing a laceration and a tuft fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2206,the employee caught the back of his hand on installed expanded metal as he was moving a panel of it in the stope. sutures were used to close the laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2207,"ee was working with co-workers to string drip tube on a ""ripped"" pad section. after cutting the drip tube to length, he squatted down to pick up the loose ends of the tube to pull them into po sition. as he squatted he felt his left knee ""lock up"" and felt a sharp pain in the knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2208,"employee was using a 24"" pipe wrench to remove a broken stud from the front wheel of an end dump when he experienced pain in his right shoulder. he was examined by a doctor on 4/30/04 and diagnosed with tendinitis in his right shoulder and placed on restrictive duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2209,employee was assisting in moving the miner cable when ee strained ee's back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2210,ee was helping another pit ee move some electrical trail cable in the pit area & the inj ee tried to move a elecrical cable connecting box by pulling on it & he hurt his back. mri turned up a herniated disc between l3 & 4 vertebra. initial dignosis was *see attached,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2211,"employee was plugging up pigtail to the scoop batteries, when ee pushed down, ee felt and heard shoulder pop. ee is being treated for torn muscle in shoulder. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2212,"while trying to open a big airlock door, the employee opened a smaller inner door used to releive pressure on the big door and he slipped and when he tried to cath himself, the small door slammed on his fingers. the employee received sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2213,contract welder was burning on a 55 gallon drum. when drum iginited to flash.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -2214,"employee was using a chipping hammer to remove j bolts from screen cloth. he struck the chippinghammer with another hammer, causing a metal chip from the chipping hammer to fly off and enter his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2215,"ee was holding the bolt head with his right hand while tightening the nut with a pair of channel locks, his right hand popped above right thumb then he couldn't move the thumb away from his pa lm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2216,employee reported lower back pain a week after using a 5 gallon bucket to transfer liquid from a spill to a poly tote.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2217,"miner was cutting the bolts off a tail pulley take up section, & a piece of slag burnt through the stitching of his boot, resulting in a small burn to the top of his lt. foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2218,"miner was adjusting gate on air slide in mill and mashed ring finger of right hand. no stitches, no cut, no broken bones - doctor prescribed prescription strength ibuprofen (800 mg.) for pain",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2219,first complaint was on 5-11-01(ee thinks). on 5-17-01 he requested to the dr. for a possible hernia injury. i spoke w/ msha inspector and asked him if i should report this and he said no. afte r completion of part 50 audit on 6-7-01 he told me this should be reported.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2220,ee squatted to pull a metal(lid) cover over a manhole and strained her back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2221,he stated that he was using a slate bar to untwist the longwall face chain on the 12a future longwall setup face. he stated that when he pushed up with his chest and his arms he heard a snap and felt a pain in his left ankle and calf. it was discovered by this office on 5-22-13 after receiving the notes from the doctor that he tore his achilles tendon in his left ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2222,ee was using a torch to help install gates on the pit feeder. he was holding the torch with left hand when the hoses moved and caused the torch head to swing around forcing the flame over the back of his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2223,employee was prying a chunk of frozen material from the top side of the screen with a 3' pry bar when it slipped and pinched his left ring finger between the pry bar and the screen hopper box. the weather conditions were below freezing with mixed snow showers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2224,"the employee was drilling a hole for a roof bolt when the drill steel fell out of the roof, bounced off the bolter head and struck the employee in the chin causing a laceration and required sutures",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2225,ee was lifting cable & sustained a lumbar strain,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2226,employee was cleaning the tailgate of the truck he was training in when he slipped causing his finger to be caught between tailgate and frame of bed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2227,"ee was cribbing a machine. crib block fell on hand and splinter from block pierced right wrist vein/artery, causing severe bleeding.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2228,employing was throwing a rock out that had jammed in the crusher. ****1st dr visit on 12/07/06****** msha report not filed at the time..did not anticipate this treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -2229,employee was welding on a dipper door. he lowered his welding hood and welded for approximately 15 minutes when he began to feel an irritation in his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2230,"on 05/25/10, a mechanic replaced the mxwm domestic water pump. he stood up to reach for a pipe wrench & felt a sharp pain in his back. evaluation by the plant dr. was a pulled muscle. injury was classified as a fac. on 08/04/10, mri revealed emp. has a herniated disc. emp. will receive further evaluation. on 08/11/10, this case was re-classified as an oer-rwc.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2231,ee landed against a new weld; steam from a wet sweatshirt caused burn- first aid administered.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2232,he was using a sledge hammer on the cone of the silo to get coal to feed thru it. and felt pain in his rt. shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -2233,"struck with drill steel in the right side of head and arm, trained on roof bolting, wearing proper ppe",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2234,"ie and another employee were installing a 24"" ventilation tube regulator in 2-left face. ie's right thumb was sucked between the regulator and another tube when the regulator accidently fell shut. this shifted the ventilating pressure to a 1"" gap between tubes. the ie's right thumb was smashed between tubes. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2235,while splicing belt clamp slipped striking right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2236,"ee and co worker were replacing a ""jaw crusher maganese bolt"". ee was using a ""sledge hammer"" and bar to loosen the bolt, he missed hitting the bar and the hammer motion took him, and the hammer into a steel plate which is part of the jaw. he was still holding on to the hammer handle and his fingers got caught between the plate and handle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2237,employee was enlarging pilot hole in a guard he was building with a electric drill when bit caught and forced drill from his hand. the drill spun around and the handle struck his right wrist. he broke his 4th meta carsal bone in his right wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2238,while cutting filter bags the miner was struck on the hand by a filter section being loaded on a cart by another miner.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2239,"ie was moving #31 remote controlled bolter forward from entry 6-7 to entry 5. when the bolter went through a curtain in 6-7, the cable got caught on the bolter. as the ie went to reach for the cable to move it, ee believes they hit one of the tram buttons causing the machine to shift and pin themselves between machine bumper and the coal rib. ie was treated for a fractured pelvis.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -2240,employee was removing broken bolts from the paddle wheel cover on the shearer. ee was hitting them with a hammer and chisel. ee re-adjusted hand and didn't realize hand was over the chisel and struck hand with the hammer. employee is fully trained and was wearing proper ppe. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2241,"using bar to clear plugged feeder, felt pain in back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2242,"ee was changing the engine belt tensioner on the komatsu pit loader when injured.the ee was prying the tensioner back to put the belt back on, the pry bar slipped off and the ee's hand was pin ched between the tensioner pulley & fan guard.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2243,"employee was attempting to cut flashing with a knife. the knife slipped, striking the left index finger of the employee's hand. laceration required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2244,"person was changing screen deck at refuse screens on 2nd floor of plant. person stood up and struck his head on pipe that was located above screen, jamming his neck. person went to chiropracto r on 10-19-00. company was not notified until 10-20-00 that person had received treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2245,"victim was lifting a chute and felt a pulling and burning in als side, resulting in a strian to his groin area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2246,cable broke while pulling debris up from hill. jumped out of way and hit tree with arms.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2247,ee had set his control to the miner on the miner when his right index finger came in contact with a wire that had been bolted to the top of th emine cutting a 3/4 in. in his right index finger . ee went to the raleigh genera hospital where he received 7 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2248,the ee was roof bolting on entry that was cut high for a bolt head. the ee was erilling a hole to install a roof bolt and the connector that holds the drill steels together broke. the top seci ton of the drill steels fell and struck the ee on his right arm. six stitches needed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2249,"employee was loading a conveyor belt that fed a tumbler. the stone was in a bucket, ground level, conveyor was waist high. he was wearng a back brace at the time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2250,"the injured employee was working with another employee, loosening nuts on a jaw motor to adjust it. the injured employee was leaning forward, pushing on a wrench when the wrench slipped. this caused the employee to be forced forward over the side of the jaw frame where the employee fell on the dirt. the employee was about 5 feet off of the ground. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -2251,"ee leaned against sharp object in back of p/u truck when getting lunch box after end of shift. cut left leg 1"" above knee. 10 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2252,ee cut right forearm while climbing out of elevator.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2253,employee claims that he was installing transmission into frame (kress truck) using the overhead crane. crane hit stop before transmission was lined up so employee pushed w/his left hand to guide it into place and caused him to pinch his left pinkie finger between the transmission & frame. employee was wearing leather gloves at time of injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2254,"while working in shaft bottom, muck bucket descended down upon employee bruising lower back area. he was taken to hospital and released to return to work. upon follow up visit on 01/11/06, he was told to remain off of work until next visit on 01/18/06.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -2255,employee was salting an area by the railroad tracks due to a recent ice storm. employee stated that while he was lifting a 40lb. bag of rock salt his right foot slipped slightly on the ice then he strained his lower back. he was put on restricted duty with a lower back strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2256,"member was in the process of building a 7' high stopping. right corner was tied in and he was stacking block across the top when the middle blocks fell out and struck him on the shoulder, causing it to become dislocated.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2257,employee stated that his right index finger was crushed by the crane block sheaves while attempting to untangle a small chain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2258,employee reported that he ran out of cement so added air to the silo. he opened a hale to see ifthe cement was flowing releasing cement which hit him in the eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2259,"employee was attempting to unload 6"" by 8"" by 60"" square timbers from a supply trailer when his back began ti hurt.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2260,attempted to roll a pump motor off mantrip when i bolt on top of motor broke causing employee to lose balance falling to the ground. employee hit hard enough causing ee to chip tooth and jam neck and back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -2261,"ee states he was pulling a hose down the east side of 3 conveyor walkway on grinding line 11. while doing this, he felt a strain in his back. he was evaluated by a physician and taken off of work on 12-16-13.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2262,"he stated that as he was operating the continuous miner in retreat mining, a piece of draw rock fell out of the mine roof from between bolts and struck him on the right shoulder and back. he started missing work on 10-07-03 and was diagnosed as having a fracture to 1 rib. this occurred on the 002-0 section, 2 south panel at the #24 crosscut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2263,employee had face shield & prescription safety glasses on while using grinder. dust & particles became airborne & irritated employee's eye. first aid was given & employee was taken to the doctor. released to full duty the same day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2264,"while operating a trackhoe,employee had discomfort in his neck due to the machine movements.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2265,supply man cut his wrist on a metal band on a bundle of roof bolts.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2266,a piece of plate steel hit and bent thumbs backward.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2267,"the employee raised the box to change the oil on a polaris ranger atv. once the oil change was complete, the employee was lowering the box by pushing on the top of the box when they heard a pop and felt pain in the shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2268,a chain hook broke and struck ee on the left arm. 4 sutures were required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2269,"employee was reaching above head changing a winch line on the toyo pump, he felt burning pain in his shoulder. seen by an m.d. & placed on restricted duty for a shoulder strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2270,"ee was cleaning up under calcium crown chipper using shovel. when ee bent down, felt pain in the lower left side of back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2271,"injured ee was doing routine repairs in dusty environment. skin came into contact with airborne dust, causing cement dermatitis.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2272,"ee stood on the drill boom of a fletcher roof bolter to install a roof bolt, he hit the joystick with his other foot to raise him up higher. his toes of his foot became caught between boom and canopy post. cause of this injury was performing an unsafe act. compliance with rules and regs was a factor, personnel equip not a factor, proficiency a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2273,"while removing piece of concrete from crusher jaw with a sledge hammer, employee hit foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2274,"adjusting steel plates on trap feeder, finger was caught between plate and trap.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2275,"tech was climbing step on left rear of wheel loader, reached for grab handle with left arm, took hold of grab handle and pulled self up. as ee stepped up, ee felt a pain between shoulder blades. right hand was on grab handle on battery box. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2276,"ee dropped a piece of paper on he ground next to a truck when he bent over his hard hat fell off and as he stood up he hit his head on the side mirror of the truck. his head was cut, requir ing stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2277,grinding steel plate to remove slag.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2278,"the employee was operating a 1"" impact gun & it ""kicked back"" from the lug nut & hit him in the mouth. he was treated in e.r. for a laceration through the lower lip & chipped upper teeth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2279,"employee was putting a chain guard on the 1st 48 west header when they twisted their left knee, they finished their shift and this resulted in them having restrictions and being taken off work 11/22/2022.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2280,ee was performikng cleaning duties at packing house area. after a while hebegan to feel itching and eruption on his neck and arms.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2281,speed of plant was increased approx 25% above normal which created extra strain on the loader oeprator's wrist while managing feeding the plant.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2282,"he was moving some h beams with loader operator, he was hooking up chain and put his arm between 2 beams. the beams shifted falling on arm causing a deep brusie to forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2283,"the victim entered the mine to work the third shift on 7/19/07 at 11:00 pm. at approximately 2:00 am on 7/20/07, he and one other mechanic were burned when a spray paint can ignited while they were using a cutting torch on the #2 unit feeder. the victim received second degree burns on his arms and face. the other mechanic only had first degree burns requiring first aid. .",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2284,"while cleaning beneath the fine ore bin by operating a high pressure water hose, employee strained his back. the strain occured when the operator lost control and tried to regain control of the hose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2285,employee was pulling metal banding from a stack of t-channel when the band curled back and struck his left forearm. medical treatment injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2286,"while removing trash bags from an elevated shelf in the office restroom, employee also pulled down a container of ajax powdered cleaner with bleach. the container upended and emptied a portion of its contents onto her head, face, and in her eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2287,ee was tightening rope on roller on reversible belt rope broke and ee jammed his finger between rollers and angle iron.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2288,"the employee was returning to his work truck and when he entered the cab of the truck, he felt pain in his lower left back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2289,employee was doing cleanup work during lunch. he was down on his knees picking up 10 to 20 lb. rocks and throwing them out from under the crusher. employee normally wears a brace around his waist but on this particular afternoon he did not have his brace on. said he had left it at home. hurt his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -2290,the employee's finger was pinched between the sub-collar gate latching mechanism when a second employee assisted with opening the gate unexpectedly. the employee received stiches to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2291,"employee was moving the piece of bracing (5 ft, 46 lb). when ee put it down, it slipped and pinched ee's right hand middle finger against another bracing resulting in bleeding abrasion. accident was witnessed by co-worker. employee was transported to er for treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2292,a piece of steel hit and lodged in right shoulder. went to emergency room for removal and had three stitches placed. returned to work afterwords the same day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2293,employee stated he was drilling a hole to install a roof bolt. while doing so he got the 8 ft steel hung up in the hole. he attempted to dislodge the upper steel and it fell from the hole striking him on the left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2294,employee was dressing up a piece of metal when the hand held grinder kicked back and struck employee in the lower lip requiring 7 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2295,aggravated tendonitis in right shoulder unloading a box from delivery truck,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2296,piece of drill steel hung in hole when roof drill head was withdrawn; as employee was removing dolly wrench from drill head. the hung steel let go and caught employee's finger between steel an d wrench.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2297,"ee had been repairing a backhoe. he finished the job, was leaving the walkway & caught the second finger of his left hand on a bolt sticking out of the machine by his wedding ring, causing a deep laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2298,"ee was installing last row of bolts in 3-2 xcut, conditions were low. drilled with 1st steel, needed more height to change steel. held steel in roof with left hand, slid head on bottom. smashed left hand between canopy and steel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2299,ee was removing explosive from the storage magazine when he jammed his right index finger between box of powded and door frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2300,ee was picking up oxygen tank and felt a pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2301,"bent down to lift a pipe off ground with shoulder, as he started to stand up he hurt his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2302,employee was closing tailgate with right hand and finger was caught between tailgate hinge pin and lock hook.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2303,"after ee's shift, the employee complained of pain in ee's left groin area. no specific time of incident but the employee was unloading 45 pound bags of cement during the shift. the employee is off pending further medical evaluation for a possible hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2304,"the ee attempted to strike a bolt, missed and hit himself in the mouth. the impact chipped his upper right front tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2305,employee works at a stone quarry and injury occurred when thumb got caught in between pieces of stone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2306,"injury was changing out the stationary roller on the #4 hornet mains take up . as he attempted to place the shims underneath the bearing as it was being held up by another person with a slate bar, the bar slipped out causing it to fall on his left thumb. the injury required surgery to repair the damage.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2307,employee was raking scale in the kiln and felt a slight pain on his left side in the groin area. he did not report right away - he had a personal dr. appointment. the doctor said he had a hernia. he went to the company dr. on 6/13/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2308,ee was cutting trees for powerline. he had been cutting trees all day. he cut one small tree not foreseeing pressure from another tree pushing on the tree he was cutting. the saw kicked back chain brake was working correctly but apparently the angle he was cutting at prevented his arm from hitting the brake.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2309,ee said he was lifting metal from cruhser inlet and felt something in stomach tear.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2310,cutting a tree limb to clear pad site when chainsaw kicked back and cut knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2311,pulling miner cable slack to hang cable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2312,injured was operating the head side cutter drum on longwall section. at approx 70 shield he noticed a shield tilted down. he was positioned 10' to 12' out by drum (toward headgate) he stated t hat he couldn't see what he was cutting. a rock flew out from the drum and hit him in the left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2313,dirt and dust into left eye from impact wrench,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2314,"operator was using a hydraulic splitter to split ends off of rock. while splitting the rock, the rock kicked sideways catching the left middle finger between the rock and the frame of the splitter, cutting the left middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2315,"ee was tightening bolts on a shuttle car. he wasusing a 3/4"" socket & rachet & pipe & slate bar to put torque on bolts when the rachet broke andthe pipe hit him in the right side of his face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2316,"utility operator was assisting two garage mechanics make adjustments on the dragline lift cable.he was in the cab at the controls, operating levers per the mechanic's directions to help adjust the drive clutches. the side window was open to be able to see the mechanics and as he causedthe cable to jerk, debris flew into his left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2317,employee's finger was smashed between a sheave and a shaft resulting in a laceration to his finger that required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2318,while shoveling coal accumulation at 2 tail. employee struck a rock with ee's shovel injuring ee's shoulder. first missed day was 6/25/18.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2319,mild - a brick fell from a scaffold and hit employee on his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2320,individual was adjusting #9 conveyor belt when it pulled wrench and caught his right pinky finger. guards were on.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -2321,"ee alleges that while he was unloading a roller, he got his finger caught between the roller & a manlift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2322,"ee injured his low back muscle lifting a 45# box of glue onto his bolting machine in 44"" coal.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2323,employee was prying screen with crows foot when foot slipped and hit him in the head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2324,"did not start losing time until 4/26/07. while cleaning up rib roll, lifted rock and felt pain in left shoulder. dropped rock on right foot. having surgery on shoulder 4/26/07.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2325,employee was helping change a belt and smashed his finger when it got pinched between a belt and a roller.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2326,"pulling on a suction hose that was under spoil, he pulled his neck muscle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2327,prying shoe pin (spokane crusher) with pry-bar. bar slipped and smashed finger between bar and anvil.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2328,"employee states he was helping the miner operator remove a rock from the machine. he braced himself and started to push, when he felt a ""pop"" and pain in his left calf muscle. diagnosis was a torn calf muscle and the employee was placed on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2329,"employee had used grinder prior to traveling in mantrip to work location when he felt something in his eye. employee's eye was flushed and he was sent to eye doctor. employee had rust particle removed from his eye, received antibiotic treatment and returned to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2330,"injured was permanently mounting a 15 lb. oxy-acetylene rack in the shop truck. when attempting to relocate the rack, he felt a sharp pain in his lower back. injured requested medical treatment on 3/27/2013.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2331,employee was lifting a can of oil and allegedly felt pain in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2332,"the employee was assisting a mechanic in blocking equipment from movement. the employee was on his knees moving a 6x6 24"" long (about 15lbs). he picked the blocking up less than a foot from the ground, and felt pain in his back. the pain, at times, went down his legs. employee transferred himself home.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2333,employee was welding on above structure when hot slag entered rt ear canal. employee was seen for medical treatment and relased full duty on 7/26/2007. employee had out patient surgery to remove a piece of slag from his ear and repair ear drum on 10/30/2007.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2334,employee was removing copper shielding from 5kv 4-0 wire with retractable blade utility knife. the knife slipped and cut his left thumb requiring 6 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2335,ee strained his back when he tried to lift a 55 gallon drum to the upright position.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2336,employee was catching rock for the 7' cutter. he lifted an already cut rock to place on pallet and felt a pinch. thought he just pulled a muscle. employee continued to work. he did not report injury to employer until monday morning.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2337,"ee was handing a steam cleaner wand to another ee. when the other eetook the wand by the handle, he wrapped his fingers around the pistol grip, squeezing hard enought to open the water flow. t his caused enough pressure that the wand swung around striking the first ee in the mouth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2338,"while drilling a hole to insert roof bolts, a piece of stone became incircled around the auger. the rotation caused the stone to come apart and a piece struck him in the upper lip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2339,"ee was installing rollers using a coffing hoist to raise the roller frame to a vertical position on the conveyor bed. his left hand was braced on the next roller frame down while his right han d worked the coffing hoist. as the frame was being rotated into place it suddenly let loose and slid down against the next frame, crushing his finger. the wound required a stitch.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2340,taking marble off hoist. pinched finger with marble and hoist. cut right pinky finger and had to have three stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2341,"employee was lifting a barrel of grease onto the service truck and felt a ""pop"" and pain in his right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2342,"employee was jackleg bolting, while chucking a steel the drill slipped pinching his right hand between the leg stop and the machine. this caused a laceration which required sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2343,"while changing a level wine on #15 car, ee and another ee were helping lift level wine. he strained his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2344,"ee was shoveling wet, muddy accumulation from under the longwall belt take-up area. as he attempted to throw a shovel full from the shovel, the material stuck to the shovel & caused something to pull in his right shoulder. material was wet, heavy and adhered to the shovel causing muscles to pull in his shoulder. no other factors were involved.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2345,employee felt a pop in left shoulder when turning a pipe wrench.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2346,employee was installing a motor when the wrench he was using slipped causing him to lose his balance and fall backwards hitting his head. he also complained of chest and back pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -2347,employee was lifting a 5 gallon bucket of oil weighing approximately 35 lbs. when she lifted and turned the employee felt discomfort in her lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2348,"ee was attempting to insert a spike puller to remove a spike, when the action of hitting said spike puller dislodged a piece of an old weld that had adhered itself to the spike. when this piece became dislodged, it flew up & hit him in the neck causing a laceration that required two (2) stitches to close. ee was transported to er for treatment. released, no duty restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2349,employee was getting on a fork lift and his foot got caught against the gas peddle and brake resulting in twisting his right knee. he was evaluated by a physician and on 1/2/08 he had knee surgery-loss time resulted.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2350,"ee and others were lifting a blower to get it aligned with base, when he felt pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2351,ee was cleaning the built up material on the burner pipe for the kiln when he said he felt a sharp pain in his left shoulder. ee did not report the injury until 8/30/13 and refused a medical evaluation. ee requested to be seen by dr on 9/19/13 and ee was placed on modified duty that day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2352,"ee was cutting a piece of metal with cutting torch. he finished his cut and turned to shut his torch off, when a piece of slag popped off the cooling metal and flipped into his right eye behind his safety glasses.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2353,placing the bottom half of a screw clamp under a conveyor belt and caught his left index finger between the clamp and a crib. he received a comminuted fracture of the left index finger. this is a medical treatment incident. no time was missed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2354,miner was cutting a hose with his pocket knife when the knife slipped and lacerated his left palm,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2355,injured was removing a block and a piece of woodhit left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2356,while installing roof bolts he caught glove between drill steel and jerked little finger on right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2357,mechanic was exiting a dryer control room. the mechanic placed his left hand on the door to control the door. fifth finger (pinky) was pinched between door and frame causing laceration above finger nail bed. employee received stitches and prescription for antibiotics and pain. returned to work with restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2358,"ee was wearing contact lenses @ work. ee was picking up materials in finish mill, picked up c bucket and dust was spilled onto ee face. ee was wearing safety glasses. dust went into ee s eye a nd irritated eye. because ee was wearing contacthe was not able to wash eye out. ee flushed eye out when he went home that day and eye examined by optium the following day. he was issued pres",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2359,"employee was holding t-channel in place and when the atrs on the bolter applied pressure, employee's right middle finger became caught between the roof and the t-channel. medical treatment injury",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2360,ee was installing conveyor belt structure and when he lifted the structure above his head felt a pop in his shoulder. he began to miss work on 7/28/2012.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2361,"operator/fueler was attempting to put antifreeze into equipment, when he missed the opening for the radiator and the antifreeze splashed on him.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2362,ee went to lift a trailer onto hitch. ee bent wrong & strained his back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2363,employee hurt left knee while placing boring bar into hole on an excavator.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2364,ee was welding a guard into place and struck an arc with his hood up then placed his hood down,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -2365,the employee was working on the belt move and pinched their finger between the belt pulley and the tail frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2366,"lowering set of steps with crane - load moved quickly, ee grabbed at cable pulling something in his neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2367,"duck bill slipped off belt, striking left hand. employee did not report until 6/12/08.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2368,employee was hanging miner cable in an area that was approximately 7 1/2' high. the cable fell & struck his left shoulder & left arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2369,"the employee and a contractor were welding tread plates on the scale. the employee awoke during the night with flash burns, but he did not report having any issues with his eyes immediately after welding. it appears that welding flash entered welding shield while performing back to back welding. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -2370,ee was attempting to place a spare drill box in the parts car when the drill box slipped out of his hands and smashed his left middle finger between the drill box and the shop car causing a laceration that required 6 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2371,ee tried to catch a falling block.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2372,ee got metal in ee's eye while grinding on a guard ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2373,"while filling up hydrate lime bags, the machine malfunctioned and had to be reset. while going to reset the machine, the bag being filled burst causing hydrate lime to get into the employee's right eye causing irritation. the employee was wearing safety glasses at the time of the incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2374,smashed tip of right middle finger between pump shaft and hand rail.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2375,re-setting timber and one that they thought was stable was not and fell hitting him across the left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2376,"ee was operating his dozer pushing rock. a rock went over edge of blade and got caught in tilt cylinder and lines. he pulled up to top of a hill and tried to remove rock himself. in doing thi s, he strained his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2377,"while employee was lifting baselifter jack off panline onto shear, his left shoulder popped and he felt pain. began missing work: 4/3/01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2378,ee informed supervisor 13 hours after his shift ended that he had injured his back while clearing a bag jam in a packaging line. ee did not indicate any accident or injury prior to leaving his shift that day. there were no witnesses or indications of an injury during his shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2379,"while ee was roof bolting with the jack-leg-drill, the drill vibrated off of stand, striking right leg. laceration on bottom right leg (3-4 stitches). bruised right knee. (see attached narrati ve.)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2380,"ee was clearing dust collector pipes, when ee was clearing the pipe the tipping valve started moving and hit ee above the left brow causing a laceration that required medical attention. the laceration was closed and ee placed on modified duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2381,just started having pains in his chest area under neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2382,a pit millwright was struck on the head/neck by the handle of a sledge hammer when it was improperly being used as a spacer between a hydraulic ram and an idler bearing block to adjust the tension of a shovel track.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2383,"started drilling hole, top fell striking right arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2384,after welding and grinding ee thought he might have a flash burn on 5-18-05 his eye was still bothering him. he notified ee and went to eye dr. piece of rust in eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2385,"ee was helping change out the skirt rubber in the #8 belt tailpiece. he was using a pary bar to pull belt back, when bar slipped causing him to fell off the belt. he fell approx. five and one half feet to the concrete floor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -2386,"ee was hanging utilities. chain got caught on scissor lift, snapped loose, striking ee in face, cutting upper lip. seen at er and stitches were required to close the wound. ee released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2387,"while up on the finishe silos, making a silo chang, ee pushed the valves for the system going into silo #4 on the old mills causing him to strain his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2388,"injured was helping carry materials on and off longwall face (water, dukes, monorail, rock dustpipe). person reported discomfort at end of shift which got worse overnight. reported condition to foreman prior to start of shift 1/10/00. wentto doctor later and company was informed of hernia on 7/14/00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2389,employee removed the pin on the index stacker and a rock fell in the hole. he stuck his finger in the hole and the wheel was turned and pinched the employee's finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2390,"the ee was standing hunched over putting small parts into a bin, all at once he felt a sharp pain in his lower back on the right side",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2391,conditions were safe and normal at the pit site.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2392,employee got employee's right thumb caught between the connector of the bed of a dust truck. employee fractured employee's thumb and received one suture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2393,"while employee was performing maintenance on the p11, they were removing the splitter bar. while doing so, one end of the bar slipped and the employee tried to grab it. as a result, employee smashed their thumb between splitter bar and return frame. employee was wearing gloves.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2394,fueling truck and hung on tank while fueling instead of using a steep examiner.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2395,subject was pulling on a roof bolter cable and felt pain in his chest having a possible muscle strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2396,employee was working in the concentrator on structural repairs. he was unloading a piece of steel from a cart onto the floor grating. the diagnosis was a distal tendon rupture of the right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2397,while trying to knock a hole in a block stopping employee struck his right hand and middle finger with a sledge hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2398,helping mechanic put together conveyer chain on miner and hit 2nd finger of left hand with hammer-fractured finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2399,"stopped to tire boot strings, put foot on truck bumper, leaned over achilles tendon sanpped left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2400,"employee was filling forklift propane bottles when he lifted a bottle and turned, twisting his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2401,"will pulling out a 30ft tape measure from tool box, the tip caught on tool box edge and when the tape exteneded out the miners right index finger rubbed against the side of tape cutting his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2402,employee was pulling weeds when they felt something pop in their left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2403,employee moved a large amount of sample bags during the day. the employee was lifting full buckets of stone all day long onto his scales. the employee was given a prescription for muscle soreness.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2404,"hanging welding cable to weld in cap on casing. 1300 ft of casing fell through hole to bottom. pipe broke when it was being lowered. chunk of pipe sruck inside left foot knocking to ground. wh ile crawling out of way, a piece of debris hit iat point of impact it spun him around and he continued to crawl out of the way.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2405,employee was using prybar to open gate and smashed finger between prybar and gate causing laceration and fracture. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2406,reportable only due to sutures. as the employee was using a grinder to cut a bolt out on the drive unit his hand slipped and the employee cut the back of his right hand on a sharp piece of metal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2407,employee struck himself with knife causing a cut 1/2 inch wide while cutting belts from main dust collector fan at bagging and loading. conditions contributing to accident would be fatigue and complacency with knife. reportable due to stitches,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2408,"emp. claims while mounting a-c compressor on large loader it slipped off mounting and started to fall, he caught it and felt pain in left shoulder. 1st lost day began 6/1/05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2409,"injured was attaching rigging to old conveyor section. a piece of rust or scale came off of conveyor and entered the right eye of the injured. injured rubbed eye and removed foreign body, however, suffered abrasion to the eye in the process. injured was wearing eye protection at time of incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -2410,ee was cutting the top part of conveyor belt at the section tailpiece the knife slipped out of the belt cutting ee above ee's right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2411,"the 6"" discharge line was empty of water; the pump had been running 10 min. earlier without pumping water (assuming it was safe to disconnect). an air pressure pocket had generated in the pump after releasing lock lever on coupler, the line blew off the nipple, striking ee in the face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2412,ie was helping with the longwall recovery. the material in the pumpable cribs had mixed with the mud & water on the recovery face. employee had gotten this chemical on the back of legs & buttocks. it caused chemical burns to the skin. the dr kept ee off for 5 days due to the burns.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2413,operator was changing steel on drill when wrench spun back and hit ee's foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2414,"the injured was drilling hole in roof to install roof bolt. while drilling hole, a burr on the steel caught his glove and fractured his left ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -2415,plastering top of stopping and plaster fell off of his rubber glove and hit him in the right eye. no lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2416,employee pulled a rock on his foot & his foot started to swell up. he found out on 12/01/05 that his foot was fractured. ee has not lost any time but is working on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2417,he was removing spider drum assembly and pulled shoulder out of place. while working on a trailer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2418,mechanic twisted lower back while lying on ground under vehicle thawing frozen air lines. had earlier experienced minor pain moving welder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2419,"while installing a fender on a d10 dozer, employee's hand was mashed when fender slipped.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2420,closing a valve witha wrench when slipped and smashed his finger between wrench and valve.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2421,"ee was steam cleaning a 980 end loader, pulled the hose from off the steam cleaner, and bumped his right elbow on the end loader counterweight. he sought medical attention and thing broken. he continued to work until july 27th when he began misisng work. he was admitted to the hospital due to welling having to have his elbow drained.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2422,employee strained his back moving pipe onto forklift. reporting due to modified duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2423,"welding pipe, hot slag went into boot & burned right ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2424,employee was lancing preheater when a chunk fell from above striking the lancing wand causing it to strike the employee on the right side of the head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2425,"while cleaning the area of the conveyor that was clogged, he felt a sharp pain on the bottom part of the back like a tear in the muscle. he was bent over for a long time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2426,ee was installing propel case rod bolts on the d-34 dragline. he was placing one of the bolts into position when it slipped and mashed his right middle finger. he was taken to the henderson texas hospital where the finger was determined to be broken.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2427,employee mashed his finger while swinging a sledge hammer. it appears when he was hitting the side of the slurry bin his hand slid down the handle of the hammer. he continued to swing and his left index finger got mashed in between the handle and a section of plate that wraps around the bin. employee received 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2428,the employee was hanging the roof bolter cable from entry #3 to #4. while reaching above his head to tie the cable up he felt a sharp pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2429,employee was working with his back to another employee who was welding. employee was unaware his right eye was getting flashed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -2430,"after replacing belt in a belt line, the ee was using a chain hoist to pull the belt together to splice. the crew had loosened a top roller and the ee placed his arm at that roller while operating the chain hoist handle. the chain caught the roller and raised it up. the forearm of the ee was caught between the rigid belt structure & the roller.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2431,employee stated he was holding a shuttle car cable to cut the outer jacket off when the knife slipped and cut his left ring and small fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2432,using 2 come alongs to lift tilt cylinder for installation. cylinder slipped through chain on 1 comealong and fell. left thumb was caught in the chain of the other come along causing a laceration,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2433,while pulling cable through conduit a small piece of fibrous metal went past safety glasses and irritated eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2434,employee was climbing the ladder to the water truck when he felt a pop in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2435,ee was loading trucks with rock to send to crusher with an ls 3400 link bel backhoe. dropped rock ont dump bed; a small stone flew back and hit operator in eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2436,miner chipped welding slag from bucket and piece of slag got behind safety glasses into miner's left eye which caused irritation to eye duct.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2437,ee stated that he had squatted down and twisted slightly to his left to drain the water out of the air valves on the lube truck. he stated he felt a pop and immediate pain which had gotten wor se throughtout the day. a dr appt on 4/20/00 indicated a need for surgery which was conducted on 4/28/00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2438,a mill mechanic was using an 8# hammer to knock liners loose in the crusher pan feeder. a piece of the steel liner chipped off & struck him on the right cheek (right side of his face). four stitches were required to close the laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2439,employee was lifting rock from walkway and felt a pinch in the left shoulder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2440,"employee was cleaning work area at close of shift, was using a pressure reducer on an air hose to clean up work bench. there was an accumulation of dust and metal shavings that was hidden between items on the bench; employee had a foreign object taken out of left eye as a result.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2441,twisted right knee on material after stepping from cab of dump truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2442,"employee was removing a rock from off continuous miner, rock slid striking left thigh and knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2443,employee struck two hammers together to pull belt splice pin. a sliver of metal embedded in his right forearm. the metal had to be surgically removed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2444,cement dust go onto employee's arms and caused a rash. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2445,"while moving the roof bolter head forward, the canopy caught against a roof strap. while attempting to release the strap from the canopy, the man caught his fingers between the canopy and canopy extension when the strap came free.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2446,employee was lifting a rock off of a shuttle car. the rock slipped and pinched the employee's left hand lacerating the left pinky the employee received 9 stitches in his left pinky.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2447,ee was swinging sledge hammer when ee hit leg instead of wedge in granite.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2448,employee injured his back while hanging miner cable. he bent over to pick up more cable & felt a sharp pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2449,"while performing routine maintenance, ee had grease injected, from a pnuematic grease line, into his left thumb. he was transported to butler memorial hospital. he had surgery on his thumb to extract the grease.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2450,"as ee was bolting his brow round in 40-298w, a slab peeled off the crown of the brow. the slab hit the end of the steel and pushed the machine back towards the inside cap. this caused the ee to get his fingers pinched between the machine and the cap.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2451,"the ee was using a 6"" socket to tighten bolts on the jaw crusher. at completion of the job, the ee manually lifted the socket from the bolt. this resulted in a strain of the lower back. liftin g eyes are provided for use with a hoist, but was not used by the ee. this injury became a lost time incident on august 5, 2002.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2452,miner was assisting in replacing a screen on the bottom deck of the base plant. miner raised his head in a confined environment and hit his head on a bolt that was on the strap of a guard over a cross tube.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2453,"dozer was cleaning the highwall and over extended and material gave out and caused the dozer to slide and over turn one time. the operator was thrown in the floor and suffered five broke vertebrae, two broken ribs, punctured stomach, bruised intestines, cut on the ear, and a broken foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2454,"while unloading split tube tray stand from the pickup, the tray slid sideways and struck the employee in the face causing a puncture wound to the left side of the nose. employee received 7 stitches to the side of the nose and 3 stitches to the upper lip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -2455,"during a power move on the 10 left section, the employee was helping drop a hi-voltage cable from roof of the mine when the cable hanger end caught the injured persons right index finger causing a laceration which needed stitches. in the following days after stitches this wound became infected and employee began missing work as of 8/1/2017",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2456,"changed blade on saw, blade did not get tightened. blade came off saw.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2457,"did not start losing time until 3-16-01. while attempting to lift plywood, strained his right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2458,employee was using a pry bar to clear a blockage in the crusher which was locked and tagged out. after using the bar for about 15 minuted he felt a pain in his right shoulder. medical treatment began 10/16/08 but this incident did not become recordable until 12/2/08.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2459,"ee claims that while installing a driveline on a 793 haul truck, the wrench he was using failed causing pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2460,employee was pushing on a wrench and injured back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2461,employee started a new job that week working on the lube truck. employee noticed that their legs were really tired on friday. the next day the left knee started hurting but was manageable on 03/06/2018 employee could barely walk with hurt knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2462,man was bolting when a rock fell from atra striking him on the leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2463,sutures in left finger. mashed finger while stacking rocks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2464,"employee was taking down cable slack when a tie wire broke, putting his right shoulder in a strain. lost time reportable injury 2/5/08.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2465,"lifted 2"" water hose to move out of area. right knee twisted resulting in sprain-strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2466,employee was changing a swing brake on the shovel when he was struck in the hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2467,injured was prying rail with bar when it slipped causing him to strain back and neck. did not start missing until 9/28/09.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2468,employee was replacing return roller on f-3. he was trying to lift roller to put it in far side bracket and stretched too far.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2469,"employee was working on replacing the bottom chute coming from the floor drag to the elevator. while pulling on one of the chain falls, he felt a pop and pain in his right shoulder. he reported the injury but did not want to be seen by a doctor. he continued to experience pain in the shoulder and on 5/3/2011 was seen by a doctor and given work restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2470,an employee was walking down a stair case and asked an employee on the catwalk above to hand them their radio. the employee on the catwalk attempted to lower the radio via the mic cord. the employee on the catwalk let go of the radio causing the mic cord to hang up on the hand rail. this caused the trajectory of the radio to alter and strike the employee in the mouth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2471,"ee was using a hammer to break loose a connecting link on spare piece of conveyor chain(miner). a piece of the hammer broke off, and went through skin into left wrist joint. metal removed by orthopedic dr. on 7/18/07.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2472,ee scrapped left leg on railcar 12/1/2021 worked remainder of week with no issues. ee called 1 am sunday 12/6/2021 said leg was swollen. ee taken to er no broken bones or infection just swelling. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2473,"ee was filling and lifting 5"" bags for powder truck. felt twinge in back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2474,employee received shoulder strain while lifting object.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2475,"the employee was cleaning up spillage from a conveyor. some of that material penetrated through pants, socks and then onto the skin of ee's ankles, thereby causing irritation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2476,"the miner was laying out roof bolts to bolt the last row of the 003 4-right crosscut. there were straps located in his tray, and as he brought his right arm back, he struck his right elbow on the straps. this resulted in a laceration to the miners right elbow requiring 12 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2477,"ee & his partner were removing 2"" diameter pipe that was hung on the mine roof. he stepped onto the conveyor structure railing (bolting was removed) to remove pipe from its hangers. the structure tipped slightly & he lost control of the pipe. he said he had a sharp pain in his upper back when the pipe fell. he reported the incident and worked the next day. he was advised to see dr.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2478,"while cleaning out the screens, he was on his stomach and crawling, when his back hit a rubber roll. he continued to work and his back pain got wo5rse. he went to the doctor the next morning.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2479,sutures were applied to a plant worker's right elbow for treatment of a laceration received when he struck against a hose clamp located along a water line. the employee was cleaning the plant's magnet at the time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2480,the employee was stripping with a dozer. he was backing up a slope when dozer fell in a hole.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2481,"employee was using a vacuum hose attached to a vacuum truck to remove sand near a guarded tail pulley. the hose clogged and the employee was picking up the hose to dislodge the material to unclog it when the hose clog released and the hose fell to the ground, the employee then felt a sharp pain in ee's back. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2482,employee was cutting a piece of tie wire with a belt knife and the knife slipped causing him to cut his arm.(10 sutures),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2483,employee was working along the section e beltline. employee was dragging water/pipe line and tripped over other pipe line in the work area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -2484,"employee was grinding on a finishing screen, eyes were irritated the next day, went to the doctor and had small pieces of steel in eye. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2485,open wound left index finger; manually rotating the adjustment ring into position on the crusher; finger was pinched/pulled through the guide roller.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -2486,"ee stated that he was loading a spool of 1 1/2"" hose on a trip when he felt a pain in his lower back. his first lost work day did not occur until 12/6/04 due to surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2487,miner was helping another miner to pick up an irrigation pipe and move it to the side when he felt a pin in his lower back. the footing was loose and his foot slip and caused additonal pressure to one side. strained lower back area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2488,he was in the process of placing a #4 coupler on a pipe when the pipe slipped thru his hands and the coupler struck his left thumb causing a laceration requiring 4 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2489,employee was operating 992 shovel in hard packed ground. shovel was vibrating and shaking badly.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2490,operator was moving dozer. went over coal pile. operator was thrown out of seat & hit head on dashboard.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2491,dust particle entered eye while ee was cleaning up around plant. ee was wearing safety glasses,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2492,"employee was using a utility knife to cut the guard around the belt tail when the knife slipped, causing him to cut his hand between the index finger and thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2493,"the ie was moving a stack of pallets through the ""speed door"" in the packaging plant when saw dust came off of one of the pallets and into the ie's right eye. the ie was seen the following day by an od who removed debris from the eye and prescribed antibiotic drops.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2494,a fully trained miner was removing a keeper pin when ee was struck on the finger by a hammer. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2495,the employee was opening a condensate valve and hot water splashed on him. the valve was located on the back of process heater.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2496,employee was walking on an elevated walkway when some dumped material dust became airborne and got in his eyes around his safety glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2497,the man was changing the motor on a bridge unit when he stated that he developed pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2498,the injured was lifting a miner cable and felt pain in his left elbow. the injured continued work until after medical exam determined he had epicondylitis of the left elbow this injury is being reported as an occupational illness. his first missed day from work was 11/3/10.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2499,ee was lifting the shield on miner-felt burning sensation in lower back. ee worked regular duties until 10.30.13 ee started missing work on 10.31.13,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2500,employee was bending over sliding drill on forks of our lower and strained employee's lower back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2501,"employee was cutting band off of rolled up screen. screen sprung farther than expected & ripped a gash in his left knee, left side of knee cap.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2502,dropped a heavy piece of slate on his foot. it landed on top of his foot behind the steel toe. caused a contusion and fracture of the left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2503,employee was drilling hole for outside pin when the rib rolled off striking them in the lower back. the laceration required stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2504,"ee was opening a bag of rock dust located on the back of the bolting machine when the operator started up the bolter and trammed forward, running over ee's foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2505,"employee was using a simplex mechanical jack to re-rail track haulage equipment and over-exerted himself , causing pain to his neck and shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2506,"employee picked up a hydraulic line to clean under it and it broke, striking them in the face. employee received 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2507,"while attempting to balance hydraulic jacks to be loaded on pallet, the jack tipped and ee twisted his right thumb. on 3/15/11, he was ordered to wear a splint and his work is restricted to no use of right hand by his orthopaedist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2508,"ee was moving wooden blocks & also pulling water hose, when noticed pain in stomach.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2509,"employee was removing topaz transformer from the crusher. other employee carried it from the basement to a barrel. injured carried it from the barrel to the pickup. injured felt pain in lower back, back at the shop.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2510,loading scoop with top roller. ee threw roller into scoop and twisted his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -2511,he was working on the tower using a jack hammer and a bar. the bar was inside the door on the tower and he reached for the jackhammer to put it on the bar and he felt a pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2512,taking seat out of truck when the seat dropped down on left hand and wrist. in attempting to free ee with a cutting torch. he recieved minor burns to wrist area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2513,"while trying to spread the sides of a 30' x 60"" grizzley feeder with a hydraulic jack and pipe spreader, the jack and pipe sprung out towards ee striking him on the left jaw.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2514,"during process of loading a truck, the employee lifted up on the fill pipe and felt pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2515,conveyor belt shifted causing overloads to trip. maintenance discovered the take ups had failed. they were trying to remove them to do repairs when the load shifted catching the miner's arm. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2516,"employee was welding in the oxford garage & came to work the next day & reported that he had an injury to his eyes caused by a loose lens in the welding shield. he went to the clinic after wor k on 12/5/02. he was given two prescriptions and advised to do no more welding until next recheck on 12/6, at which time he was discharged from care with no restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -2517,miner was stuck in the right eyebrow by reducer cap requiring four stitches,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2518,"an employee was using a mill bar to clean out a chute. as the employee was bringing the bar back, ee struck ee's hand on a cross member bar, causing a laceration to ee's right hand. the employee received six sutures to close the wound. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2519,"ee was stacking crib ties on the head drive. a tie was muddy and slipped out of ee's hands, pinching his right index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2520,employee was lifting a 6x6x8 foot timber with another worker when the worker lost footing and employee tried to keep timber from hitting ground straining employee's lower back. employee has been working since date of the accident and was taken off work on 11/2/17 due to surgery on lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2521,"ee was attempting to remove a frozen bearing on the shaft of a flinger duster. as he struck the bearing with a hammer, a piece of the bearing race flew apart and cut his left thumb. factor: he was not wearing goves.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS, -2522,"two ees were tightening bolts on shield trailer with ratchet. ee moved ratchet from bottom-side bolts to top-side bolt changing direction of pull and when other ee pulled on ratchet in same direction as previous bolts, ees finger was caught in pinch point between ram cylinder and ratchet handle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2523,"cut left index finger during maintenance. hand was placed on gravity take up guide pole, 966 loader bucket that was supporting the counter-weight bled down hydraulic pressure causing the counter-weight to lower and finger got pinched by the guide pole sleeves.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2524,"while checking the top deck of the grizzly, employee tried to move a stone that was lying on top of the grizzly bars. he heard and felt a tear in his left biceps. employee was rechecked on 07/08/2013 and put on restrictive duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2525,"employee was removing a piece of iron from a vise. when jaws of the vise were open iron fell onto employee's left pinky finger, causing a cut to his finger. he went to hospital after work and received five stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2526,"while removing crusher screen, right middle finger got caught between crusher screen and frame resulting in contusion to right middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2527,"on 3/7/2016, an employee was removing the thermal coupling when ee noticed a slight pain in wrist. the employee reported the pain on 3/8/2016 and was taken for medical evaluation. on 3/9/2016, the employee was given restrictions by the physician. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2528,"employee was drilling a 1"" hole into mine roof. drill steel bent, striking employee's right thumb. jammed thumb causing pain. employee started missing work on 6/21/05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2529,"the injured was struck on the head, back, shoulders and foot by falling roof rocks which fell out between roof bolts.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2530,worker was using a chain binder to secure plate steel to forklift. as the chain was tightened it rolled over pinching worker's thigh against the steel plate.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2531,he was operating a roof bolter and swung the boom and it hit his right knee. he bagan missing work on the 01/14/2003.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2532,cutting on conveyor belt and knife slipped and cut index finger on left hand. 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2533,"ee was attempting to free a pipe elbow from dried cement. ee bent over and twisted and felt a twinge in ee's back. ee was seen at the er, diagnosed with sciatica, and released to full duty. on follow up on 01/12/16, ee was released with restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2534,"injured was unloading pans, unhooked the chain and shut the plowguide door. the weight of the plow guide door shut on his left hand pinching the left thunb. this caused a laceration to the left thumb. he was transported to the hospital where it took six stitches to close the wound. he missed no work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2535,employee was changing screen basket. they had removed old screen and getting new screen ready to install they rolled the screen on its side and employee felt pain in groin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2536,employee was pulling excess hi-line into break slipped on loop of cable covered with mud causing employee to strain lower back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2537,changing bushing in blade tilt cylinder - cylinder shifted pinching finger between bushing and blade arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2538,"employee was pulling a counter weight off of a gear. when the counterweight slid free, it was too heavy for the employee. he dropped the counterweight and caught his hand between the counter weight and catwalk around a screen box. despite the wearing of gloves, this employee received a laceration requiring stitches on his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2539,"injured was tramming the roof bolter into the #2 heading to start bolting top when a piece of rock fell hitting him, knocking him into the machine causing him to hit his head on the deck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2540,"adjusting track on d10n dozer, chain broke and hit employee in left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2541,employee was removing bolts on 801 hydraulic filter housing with 1/2 inch drive ratchett. the bolts were very tight and the locking mechanism in the ratchett did not hold. when the ratchett slipped he felt something pull in his right shoulder. he continued to work and the pain became worse.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2542,employee claims as he was pulling on heavy wire cable manually he strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2543,employee was clearing build up of material from discharge box for routine pm inspection when material that was above his hand broke free and fell and pushed his hand down onto the lip at the bottom of the door opening causing a laceration. the employee was wearing leather gloves and did not require stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2544,"ee was removing/replacing a fuel nozzle from a hose reel off of a service truck when he had removed the nozzle, the hose recoiled and in the process, splashed residual (it was not under pressure)fuel into his left eye. the ee was wearing safety glasses at the time. after irrigating his eye at an eye wash station, his eye was still buring so he was taken to the hospital.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2545,"crew was taking down water line, the section of pipe was suspended by a single line in the center, as the employee reached up to control the end of the pipe it slipped in the line and mashed his left middle finger against the top. (stitches were required)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2546,on 12/28/2009 we were notified that the injured worker was breaking ice with a chisel and hammer. the injury was caused by a repetitive motion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -2547,lifting stone & back became sore.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2548,"employee was removing a guard feed box when guard weld broke, and guard swung back onto ee's left thumb resulting in a fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2549,pulling steam cleaner hose to provide slack in hose,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2550,injured was in the process of installing roof bolts in the top of the #3 left heading when his bolt wrench came loose from the roof bolt he was installing smacking his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2551,"while adjusting a limit switchon sp21 garage door, he discovered t6hat he had a cut on his hand. he received 3 stitches from the doctor when he went to the clinic.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2552,the accident/illness was reported on 01/02/08. the accident/illness actually occurred on 11/20/07. surgery to remove a blood clot was done on 12/14/07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2553,employee was unscrewing some bolts on a brake pad and the bolt came out quickly with force and lacerated his left middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2554,"the employee was reaching for a powerpack as a co-worker handed it down to him. he claims he pulled his right shoulder when the other employee dropped the powerpack to him. he reported it, but thought it would be ok. however, the pain has persisted. an mri on 8/13/07 showed he has had some trauma in the shoulder and he was given 2 shots.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2555,"using a sledge hammer, hammering a screw conveyor suide on shaft, and he strained his right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -2556,"employee was advancing 6"" waterline to the section. while lifting a 6"" metal sweep adjacent to the section belt drive, the employee felt a sharp pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2557,employee was releasing the foot jack on the roof bolter and was struck on the head by the canopy.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2558,employee states he was reaching into the passenger compartment to retrieve a lunch box as he was pulling on the box a large piece of pipe fell on his right hand smashing his right ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2559,"cleaning top of engine with blow nozzle, he blewdebris into right eye. he went out of town the following week for school; all week eye hurt & was irritated. went to doctor when he returned and was diagnosed with tramatic conjunctivitis to right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2560,welding on drill when piece of slag got on eyelid and part of eye. (left),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2561,employee was in the process of hanging a 20' nylon sling when he felt foreign debris in his left eye. eye injury,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2562,bolter was backing up ee left foot got under back bumper coming off ledge.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2563,"worker was grinding a piece of steel with a hand held grinder, while wearing safety glasses, got a sliver of steel in his right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2564,"the ee was in the process of removing a conveyor belt. the ee was using a utility knife to cut a hole in the belt to place a chain through the belt to remove it. while the ee was cutting the belt, the blade came out of the utility knife and cut his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2565,ee was picking up tongue on lowboy on track to hook up to 14 ton motor and strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2566,"working in antimony plant, dumping barrels into tank, pinched end of finger between an angle iron and bottom of barrel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2567,employee was trying to lift rock out of crusher machine. he pulled a muscle in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2568,ee was working with another crew member removing air ducts from the roller mill. while trying to manuever the air ducts ee finger was pinched between the air ducts and crusher wheel,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2569,contractor was plastering a stopping and the plaster splashed behind his safety glasses and into his eye. he flushed his eye and continued working but later his eye became irritated. he later went to the hospital. the hospital flushed his eye and prescribed maxitrol antibiotic drops.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2570,"crawler mobile tailpiece (cmt) cats were stuck and ee was attempting to free them with assistance of 3 ton chain hoist. the tail hook slipped off the cmt cats and flew off under tension, striking ee in the upper lip, resulting in a laceration. received 23 sutures. no problems with mining methods, training, ppe or compliance issues.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2571,the emp. was on top of #3 belt removing a section of bagged down screen wire. a rock slid onto belt from the bagged down area. emp. was diagnosed on 7/22/05 with hernia. scheduled surgery 8/1/05 - 1st day missed 8/1/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -2572,"ee was startin a compressor using the pull-rope. the compressor pulled back in stroke mode while the ee was holding the pull-rope causing his hand to strike the compressor, which resulted in a n injury to his right ring finger. the compressor is on the lubrication truck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2573,"while gassing up the air compressor, another employee tossed a socket approximately 15' - 20' up to a work area. the socket missed the work area and fell on the employees left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2574,employee was turning the cap that holds the oil in the trunion bearing. the cap was stuck to the shut off valve and would not release. he continued to try and twist the cap off. when it gave way he reported feeling a strong burning pain in his groin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2575,shop mechanic was working on mine equipment and during an installation of a wedged plate it slipped into place and came down on his right thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2576,come-along hook struck miner in the upper lip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2577,employee reported he stained his back while replacing anvils in cemco model 80 crusher.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2578,electrician cut the palm of their hand with a utility knife when it slipped after cutting a plastic zip tie.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2579,"msha report filed 4-13-06 x2 problem w/ on-line filing, call msha denver 4-13-06. report not in system; call msha: 11-17-06. employee reported burn to supervisor on 4-11-06:""a hot piece of material went down my right sleeve when welding or burning. i washed burns and did nto pay attention to the burns; now elbow sensitive to touch, looks like infection in skin over elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2580,employee received a laceration to his right middle finger when reaching to obtain a spare probe. employee's finger came into contact with a piece of channel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2581,ee informed me that he twisted his left knee while working under a crusher (pc2). at that time ee said that he would be ok.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2582,employee was climbing into ball mill 2. as ee got to the end of the flights ee stepped down straining ee's left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2583,employee was moving a stone across feed roller tables when his glove became caught on a stone and was rolled over causing injury to a finger on right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2584,a fully trained miner was attempting to re-rail a car by using the jack walker of the motor and a chain. when the motor lifted the car the chain broke striking ee in the shoulder. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2585,"employee was respotting at the shovel when the load from the shovel bucket fell onto the dove tail of the truck, causing the driver of the truck to be tossed inside the cab.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2586,ee was trying to unplug dust collector & placed hand in pipe to dust collector chute and finger touched blade of rotary air lock.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2587,"while repairing and cleaning inside of 9a ramsey feeder employee stopped the feeder to examine it, thought the feeder had stopped turning then put his right hand into the paddle wheel of feeder, but it was still coasting to a stop which resulted in severe cuts to all fingers on employee's right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2588,this employee was pulling a transport line into position when the cable sling jumped and struck his right hand fracturing his little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2589,"employee was attempting to break a pin board in half. when they struck it against the shuttle car canopy. they inadvertently struck the left ring finger against the steel canopy, after seeing a doctor it was deemed the tip of the finger was fractured. this injury did not cause any lost time from work. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2590,"this employee had a gang box lid fall and it caused a laceration. on 3/4/05. the employee did not report this to the company, and went on days off. when he returned to work we were told by him that he went and got stitches. this made this accident reportable. we were not notifed for 4 days and there was a break down in reporting that is the reason for this being subbmitted late",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2591,pulled lower back while shoveling on belt head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2592,employee was tack welding on a guard on a fusion machine without a helmet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -2593,working on belt line pulled muscle in right shoulder. this became reportable on the 8th as injured had medical treatment on shoulder (restricted duty),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2594,cutting smashed suction hose and was cutting towards myself and cut upper right leg above knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2595,"employee was hanging a length of 4"" pipe on the rib. the pipe slipped and smashed the employee's fingers between the pipe and the safety rail on the lifting device. the pipe was wet and slippery. the tips of three fingers were caught. the employee was wearing gloves. the accident resulted in bones in two fingers being cracked.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2596,injured ee was eating lunch in the lunch room engaging another employee in light hearted kidding. the other ee tapped the head as he passed by. he claimed that this contact caused back and neck pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2597,ee was working on a dust chamber when dust fell on him and got into his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2598,ee was removing a drill bit on #75 drill unit when the chain wrench he was using broke. the chain wrench broke swinging out and striking the employee's left knee and left hand. ee received lac eration to the left knee and contusion to the left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2599,"pulling a rope on a generator, the right forearm hit the bottom of a trailer and cut the forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2600,employee went to tire shop to retrieve a mounted tire on rim. ee rolled wheel and tire over to back of service truck when trying to lift tire into bed of truck ee felt pain in ee's lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2601,injured worker pinched his middle finger on his left hand while adjusting a damper. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2602,employee was cleaning out the back of his trailer with a shovel. his hand slipped off the shovel and the handle of the shovel jammed into his right side ribs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2603,employee was helping others install a mechanical splice in a belt. as he was operating the devise that installs the clips in the belt splice he felt pain in his back. the device is operated wi th his hands. inproper body position caused the injury. there was no damage or impairment to the operation or to any equipment. no other factors were involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2604,the employee was changing a screen and struck ee's elbow on a beam.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2605,using pry bar to push punch plate - plate slipped off bar hitting tip of finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2606,"employee was cooling down hot bearing, opened valve for coolant line. hot liquid sprayed out, splashed off a heat shield and struck employee causing burns on hands, arms, back, neck and face. also struck was an employee of mississippi lime. valve was then closed and more air and water applied to cool it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2607,"while operating a roof bolter, a small piece of rock fell from the roof of the mines and hit employee in the mouth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2608,"operator backed cat d9t dozer over 38ft highwall. operator suffered separated shoulder, bruises, etc. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2609,"dismantling a1 cc vibrator, climbing, lifting and states he hurt his lower back. started losing time 6/24/02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2610,injured party was hanging continuous mine cableon the 2nd south intake slope when he felt a pain inhis lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2611,employee was assisting with the installation of a tail roller which required lifting and maneuvering the part in a tight small area. at the end of the shift the employee was experiencing some minor discomfort in lower back. as the evening progressed the pain increased. employee was taken to the doctor and diagnosed with a minor lower back strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2612,"during plant clean up day ee was shoveling dust and noticed that his right elbow was hurting. ee did not think much about the pain because this is a task he doesn't normally perform in his regular job duties. ee went to occunet on january 31, 2011. ee had e-rays and received medication at that time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2613,"employee was assisting in a welding operation applying pressure with a pry bar, when the pry bar slipped causing him to lose his balance. he in turn fell off of the ""i"" beam which he was standing on, falling 4' 8"" to the ground, dislocating his right knee cap.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -2614,employee was hand scaling when a piece of rock struck the scaling bar smashing the ee's hand between the bar and the basket of the getman. ee received seven stitches to left index finger making this reportable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2615,"lime bin stopped up, employee was using a hammer and steel rod to try and get it unplugged when had a pain in left upper arm",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -2616,employee was hot steaming a frozen hdpe line. employee reached down through the exhaust steam cloud to grab the steam hose and was burned on the right wrist. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2617,aggregate filled the jaw to the level of the grizzly bars and the jaw stopped. the employee placed a rock on the pile on top of the grizzlies; the rock shifted and started to roll back into the jaw. he attempted to stop the rock and crushed his fingers between the rock and the steel plate between the jaw and the grizzlies.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2618,"hammering a block of stone, hammer missed and hit himself on the left shin, did not request a doctor's appt until 12-31-08",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2619,in the process of installing a bolt and mat a rock came loose from the back catching his thumb between the rock and jackleg handle. the rock then struck his hard hat making him look dowm. a se cond rock struck his hard hat knocking it off causing a laceration to the scalp.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2620,"employee was cutting a rock dust bag open when the knife slipped, cutting employee's left hand. medical treatment injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2621,repairing kerosene space heater with fuel tank emptied before starting reapir work. removed guards but forgot to unplug small space heater blower fan. while reaching down to pull hose hand slipped into rotating blower fan and was cut.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2622,employee was closing a sliding warehouse door. the bottom of the door hit a wooden pallet and stopped abruptly. the sudden stop caused a strain to the employees left shoulder. the incident was reported on 6/21/10. employee requested medical attention at that time. physical therapy visits began on 7/27/10.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2623,"employee was welding overhead when spark fell and caused a burn to the inner elbows, (l) and (r).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2624,employee was stacking stone on pallet. finger got caught under the stone. laceration/possible fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2625,employee was changing the cutting edge on a loader bucket when his wrench slipped and he cut his right hand. he received 21 stitches in palm of right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2626,lifting screens--knee started hurting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2627,"ee knocked unconscious for several minutes when cm pump compartment cover fell and struck employee on the head, began restricted duty on 3-30-00, following additional evaluation from specialis ts and scheduled days off before returning.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2628,employee was sitting metal plates 3/8 x 48 1/2 x 16 inches against pallet of flock when plate fell over hitting him left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2629,employee alleged he was injured on 4/28/10 but did not report until 4/29/10. he alleges he strained his back while using a vactor hose. he did not report this to his supervisor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2630,employee was loading belt structure when he pinched his left small finger between a roller and a stand. the employee received 4 stitches. miners proficiency may be a factor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2631,"mechanic replacing a blown hydraulic hose on a 365 cat excavator. mechanic bled pressure from the pilot control, lossened the hydraulic tank plug, and relieved pressure from the tank prior to maintenance. however, pressure built back up in the line and during the removal of the hose the pressure released, sprayed and contacted the mechanic's eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2632,ee was repairing water pipe when his right middle finger was pinched between pipe and coupler causing laceration that required 3 stitches to close. he was treated and returned to work with no restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2633,ee was in the process of recovering track rails on 10 right section and apparently lost his balance while positioning the rail with a slate bar. the slate bar struck the employee on his right temple area causing a laceration which required 2 stutures to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2634,"the injured placed 2 nuts on 660 lbs d11n belly & he decided to back off 1 nut, then only 1 nut remained securing the belly pan. he yelled to his helper who was inside the cab to loosen the ho ist line & remove the web sling. he intended to back off the 2nd nut with impact wrench but it came completely off. the belly pan had 2 hinges. it swung down & lanced by his left thigh.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2635,ee was on the deck of the dredge and a rock fell off the grizzley and hit him in the hard hat. (head) he was wearing a hard hat.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2636,rock fell from mine roof striking the top of the canopy of roof bolter and also striking ee on his right shoulder causing a bruise. days lost began 1-31-01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2637,"ee was mounting a triple seven rock truck at the beginning of the shift. the ladder was not all the way in the down position. when ee put weight on it the ladder gave down, the ee tried to catch self and twisted back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2638,trying to get grease gun primed. hit gun on rubber sleve of fresh water pump. there was a stud sticking out of rubber sleve and finger was hit between stud and grease gun tearing off fingernai l and breaking tip of finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2639,ee helping repair bearing at tail pulley of conveyor stacker. stacker was loced and tagged out prior to repair. while lining up bearing the take up assembly came loose and pinched ee finger ag ainst conveyor frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2640,"employee was moving the front lateral cable with a forklift when he got out of the forklift the cable broke & hit him in the ankle. said it only felt bruised & he had full range of motion. the next day his ankle was swollen, the dr. who looked at it classified it as a contusion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2641,employee was welding impact crusher door & knocking off slag. that evening he thought he was suffering from flash burn. he went to the eye clinic & he had a piece of foreign object lodged in his rt. eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2642,"employee was using a hammer to hit the metal bucket of the dozer, he was replacing the dozers bucket tip and a piece of metal chipped off and hit his left forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2643,employee was getting a roller out of the frame and lost control of the frame causing the roller to come out smashing ee's pinky finger. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2644,ee was loosening a bolt from a piece of equipment when his hand slipped and struck against another hard object. which fractured his right thumb. ee was using an adjustable wrench.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2645,employee was removing three sacks of sand from apallet to create a partial pallet for a customerwhile lifting a sack he turned and felt a grind in his lower back. his back then ached.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2646,"the employee was in the process of positioning a medial screen on the top deck of a rock crushing plant. while overlapping the screen, the employee pushed the screen and while doing so, it caught the other screen. the sudden stop caused pain to the right bicep area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2647,"employee was pulling 6"" pump hose across uneven ground.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2648,"the injured and another employee had changed out a canopy post on the right side roof bolter machine. both had loaded the old post on a 3-wheeler to take it to a diesel ride that would be used to take the post outside. while they were loading the post from the 3-wheeler to the diesel ride, he felt and heard a tearing sensation in his right upper arm (bicep).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2649,"initial report of bruise to knee, struck against a machine while performing welding duties.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2650,"using hammer to remove a belt pin, while striking with hammer a piece of metal flew up and struck him on the right cheek requiring 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2651,miner attempted to remove a reservoir tip from a pneumatic grease gun without disconnecting the pressure hose first. the tip hit the miner in the lip causing a hole under the lower lip. there was no bone fracture or damage to para nasal sinuses. the miner took self to the emergency room. ee did not notify us until the day after the accident. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2652,"ee working near welder, accidentally arc flashed in eyes. ee went to doctor that evening. received drops & ointment for flash burn.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -2653,"ee was cutting a liner with a hooked blade knife. when cutting around a corner, the blade sliced through the top of his left hand, producing a 2"" laceration that required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2654,ee had installed a roof bolt with a g350/3 gopher bolter and when he let the air off to retract the leg the bolter slipped from his grip. he reached out to grab the leg as it was falling and t he weight and momentum of the machine pulled his left shoulder out of position causing strained tendons in his left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2655,the employee picked up a belt roller and when he turned to install it he fell to the ground and was having pain in his lower back and left hip. the employee was not taken off of work by a doctor until 10/10/2011.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2656,"while filling the pod duster, the employee thought that the outside tank was empty as ee was not getting dust. ee then unhooked the fill hose from the duster and didn't know that the line was plugged and had pressure. the hose flew into ee's left hand causing a laceration. the employee was wearing gloves at the time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2657,ee was cutting bushings out of the pan in a continuous miner. ee removed cutting glasses. another employee then began striking the bushing causing a fragment to fly up and strike ee in the right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2658,employee was operating a dual boom bolter when he got his index finger on his right hand caught between a roof bolt plate and the mine roof as he was installing the bolt. this resulted in an amputation of the tip end of his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2659,employee was repositing a pallet of starter sheets on the wenmac using a pipe. the pipe moved making her fall backwards landing on her wrist,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -2660,employee making repairs to the drive sprocket on a skid steer loader. while striking the drive sprocket with a hammer in order to loosen it a small piece of flying metal struck the employee in the left hand causing a cut that required 3 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2661,"was removing fittings from burst hyudraulic hose on hose machine, glove got caught on hose and twisted hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2662,"while removing cutting edges off a 24h blade, a 4' section of cutting edge fell, striking the ee's left hand, fracturing the left index finger and thumb. the thumb also received stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2663,lifting pin to secure a steel choker and the pin came down fracturing the right finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2664,"employee was shoveling #2 drive, they lifted a shovel full & felt a sharp pain in lower back & left leg. they started missing work on 3/21/18 pending mri. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2665,the employee was struck by a hose. the employee received a minor abrasion to the bridge of ee's nose and an alleged concussion as a result of the incident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2666,employee was in the process of falling a tree when a part of the tree kicked back and hit the employee on the leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2667,an employee was removing oversized material from belt conveyor v and while moving material ee hit hand with a metal beam causing a laceration on right 3rd finger. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2668,employee was prying on a hose clamp with a spud wrench. it slipped and struck him in the mouth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2669,ee was tightening wheel brake on a rail road car and popped his shoulder out of place.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2670,"while reassembling the jaw crusher, ee pinched his finger between a chain and a bearing. he received a laceration that required sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2671,injured was cutting outer jacket of electrical cable when the utility knife slipped and cut his left hand requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2672,employee was powerwashing trucks and cement particles flew in right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2673,bent over to pick up a can that fell on floor and felt a twinge in lower back. any movement in back or walking makes lower back have a sharp pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2674,employee was working on a pump most of the day. he was lossening tight bolts and had pain in left elbow from over use.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2675,employees were replacing liners in 4315 feeder #1. employee was adjusting a top liner with an alignment bar to align bolt holes to secure with bolts. while adjusting the liner up the pry bar slipped out of the bolt hole it was in and allowed the liner to fall. the employee's finger became pinched between the two liners.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2676,"employee claims to have a sore knee from walking on concrete, reported on 12/21/05. found out going to dr. on jan. 5, 2006.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2677,employee was next to saw bay holding rock to get cut and it was to heavy and it fell on left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2678,employee had removed grate to cement hopper and placed on top of b 50 pump. while attempting to replace grate employee reached out and began pulling the grate back into place. employee's footing began to slip and while attempting to catch himself with his left hand the grate came down and struck his left fingers resulting in fractures to four of his fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2679,ee was removing blower rotor which weighs about 800 lb. the rotor was suspended on an overhead hoist. ee pushed the rotor away from pipe & housing. his left finger was caught between.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2680,"on june 9th, the employee in question was attempting to remove a pump arbor from its cradle.after removing the arbor, he hear and audible pop from his elbow.he reported the incident, but did not have any serious pain until a month later.on july 7th, the employee was taken the hospital for diagnosis.after diagnosis, the employee as given a shot to relieve the pain on july 8th.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2681,miner was replacing a roller on a dozer when it slipped and pinned his thumb under the roller causing a laceration,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2682,hand drill slipped twisting thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2683,ee was climbing the ladder onto piece of equipment and felt pain in his lower back. he was seen by medical provider and diagnosed with lumbar spasms and a muscle strain. released to restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2684,"employee was cutting a bulk bag of dust open to fill a duster, he slipped causing the knife to slip cutting his left finger. the knife cut through his leather glove and nitrate glove.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2685,"employee put pipe wrench on pipe, the driller rotated the pipe but wrench did not grip, so employee put right hand on pipe wrench jaw to force it to grip the pipe. pipe gripped for a second then slipped causing the jaw to slam back into employee's right hand and wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2686,"ee was raising gate on silo #14 with pry bar. bar slipped, hitting rt. index finger. ee lost nail and had laceration that required 2 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2687,welder was using a hand grinder to grind out frame cracks. attempted to adjust grinding wheel guard and wheel caught his glove pulling his left index finger into wheel resulting in a laceration to the left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2688,"ee was pulling on a piece of angle iron that was stuck between two channel irons. when the piece freed it pushed against his gloved right hand thumb, causing the thumb to bend back towards the wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2689,"employee was attempting to break loose a flange bolt on a pump at building 45 when his lower back began to hurt. the employee was treated at the local medical clinic, placed on work restrictio ns and returned to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2690,employee got a perlite rock in eye while filling bulk bag.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2691,employee was climbing up the 3-step ladder to access the 793c cat haul truck and felt a pull in his right shoulder. has been diagnosed with a shoulder strain and given restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2692,"operating roofbolter, when a rock fell catching his leg between two rocks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2693,when injured attempted to pull an extension cord out of some mud his hand slipped off the cord and he struck his thumb against a piece of metal structure and sustained a laceration on the back of his thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2694,"employee fractured tip of left thumb, struck with hammer",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2695,he was lifting a piece of steel. he place a chain on the plate and on a loader bucket. when he lifted the plate he reached under the plate to move a cross tie; then the chain slipped off the loader bucket. the plate dropped and caught his right thumb and index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2696,was tightening packing on pump steel bar slippedand hit him in the forehead.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2697,"employee was walking up a flight of steps to the second floor of a facility. as employee was approaching 2nd floor, a pop in the right knee and immediate pain was felt. employee applied first aid measures but eventually requested a dr's appointment; during which, employee was placed on restriction and referred for further evaluation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2698,ee pinched his hand in the door resulting in a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2699,"while opening cable jacket on shuttle car cable, the knife slipped and cut employee's finger. the laceration required stitches to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2700,"employee was cutting piece of steel for repair to wash plant. metal fell, scraping right shin when moving. comment: was miner scrap.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2701,ee's were lifting a miner tram idler to load it on the three wheeler at the end of the track. ie felt a sharp pain in his lower back while lifting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2702,injured was driving miner bits with a hammer when the bit burst and a piece embeded into his left hand above the thumb. he was sent to the hospital where they sent him to a specialist to remove the metal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2703,cut belt off to get rock off of tailpiece and rock flipped over and cut ee's arm. had to get a couple of stitches in arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2704,"employee was using channel locks to straighten up belt that was being racked up. ee's channel locks slipped off the belt causing ee to fall backwards into the coal rib hitting ee's head, elbow. the height in the area was 79 inches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -2705,"the individual was in the number 4 entry which was 40"" high and 18-18.5' wide in wet and muddy conditions. ee was bending and throwing out bolts on the helper side of the twin boom when ee turned to go back towards the back of the machine and the operator trammed forward and ee's toes got under the cats of the machine resulting in two fractured toes and sutures. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2706,"ee was mixing cement. when he picked up a bucket of concrete, he pulled a muscle in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2707,"ee was changing a belt roller on the #2 belt and got his right index finger caught between the top roller structure and belt rail structure, causing a laceration that required suctures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2708,employee was replacing the battery in a euclid rock truck. employee suffered back strain lifting the battery in and out of the truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2709,employee was loosening device on scoop from water car when his hand was caught between objects and he received a cut on his finger that required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2710,employee was handling roller and got finger caught between roller and structure,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2711,"employee was spraying underneath the roll crusher. the hose started slipping from his hand. employee readjusted his weight to get a better stand. as employee went back and then forward, he twisted his right knee causing him to go back and forward again and then falling. employee received a strain to his right knee. employee was given a brace and was restricted.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2712,"operator was backing up a ramp in his blade, bounced over a rock and jammed his lower back. we sent him to an authorized provider on 1/28/13. he tried to control the pain with ibuprofen for the past couple of weeks. he is receiving physical therapy a couple times a week.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2713,employee was cutting a band off container with a knife. the knife slipped and punctured his lower arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2714,the ee was in the process of putting a rock bolt mat on the rib when he struck himself with it causing a small cut on his forehead.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2715,the maintenance journeyman a was bent down vacuuming the compressor room and when the maintenance journeyman a raised up felt a pain in lower back. the maintenance journeyman a did not seek immediate medical attention until 01/26/2018,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2716,a fully trained miner was using a come-a-long when they dropped it and injured a finger. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2717,"the maintenance team was lowering a heavy steel table at the roller mill #2 mill base. the senior mechanic instructed the others to move out of the way. as the table was being lowered, it fell to one side and pinched the employee's left arm between the table and the mill concrete base. the team was using a chain-fall but should have used additional lifting devices to control table.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2718,pouring cement cell in mechanized heading. a pump was not working correctly and the employee was going back and fourth through a water and cement mix over his boots which resulted in burns to both feet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2719,drilling hole at an angle when drill locked up and caught ee's hand between steel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2720,employee was raking ash. he lost his grip on the rake handle. he made a grab for it and pinched his thumb between the handle and a handrail.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2721,"ee was cleaning the windows on a haul truck with equipment wash solution. as he was shutting the pump off the pre-clamped hose separated from the wand and hose end struck him in the face knocking his safety glasses off his face, hitting him in the eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2722,employee was working on crusher when he got a metal sliver under the nail of his left thumb and developed blood poisoning.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2723,ee was getting rock from around the wheel unit area when he cut his right thumb on a piece of rock. (sharp edge) he received 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2724,while cutting a piece of conveyor belt with a utility knife ee stabbed himself above the knee,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2725,"during driveshaft removal on mixer truck, a mechanics hand was pinched between the driveshaft and pusher crossmember. right hand pinky finger required sutures due to a cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2726,employee crawled into rock box at the end of screen deck failing to lock and tag out. other employees were not aware he was in the box. started the screen deck. a rock of unknown size shook off the screen and hit his ankle. injury unknown at this point.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2727,while prying with a metal bar on a roller. the bar snapped back and hit him in the nose.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2728,two employees were carrying a rack wheel onto the face of the e-29 lw section when the rack wheel moved causing the weight of the wheel to shift towards the injured employee which in turn caused the ie to strain lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2729,"while the operator was checking his tractor for a leak in a hose, his left index finger was pinched between the hose and the frame of the tractor. this operator has been hospitalized for an infection in the left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2730,injured was shoveling a belt and raising the shovel to throw debris over the back board when he felt a pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2731,"2nd left belt drive installation, power cable for belt drive motor fell out of langers and struck employee on body, left wrist, and left side of head. employee was bent over underneath the cable helping to work on belt guard.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2732,ee was using a wrench to change out a cut out the wrench slipped and his hand hit the broken cut out resulting in cut on finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2733,"employee was in the process of installing permanent roof support when a piece of draw rock fell striking him on the left hand. the rock measured approx. 2' x 2' x 1"".",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2734,"removing a cam roller from 72"" structure turned body to lay roller on ground, right knee hurt. testing shows osteoarthritic changes, medial joint narrowing. ee was taken to er on 4/30/19 released back to work, went to another er & hasn't worked since 4/30/19. prior knee sx. ask this be deemed an occ. ill. not lost days due to no single event caused pain, history of knee problems.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2735,ee called on 10/14/04 said he was at dr office with ear problems. on 10/18/04 ee said he had a concussion from getting hit on the mantrip by a dinner bucket on 10/12/04 and ee would be off from work. didn't become reportable until 10/18/04.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2736,ee was assisting in removal of the guard on the w16x conveyor tail pulley. he was positioned on the end of the guard attempting to loosen the guard from the excess material around the inside of the tail pulley. as he and another ee was trying to free the guard the injured ee pinky finger on his left hand was pinched between the corner of the guard and the wall.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2737,the injured states he was repairing a hole in a stopping when a block fell from above catching his hand against another block.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2738,"ee cutting timber with a timber saw, the saw bounced out of the cut groove and he cut his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2739,employee was reaching across a belt bed rail to change a roller. heard and felt pop in ribs. began losing time 2/29/12.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2740,"ee was carrying a 20' section of 2"" tubular steel into the shop when he turned and twisted his right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2741,"employee was loading supplies on roof bolter, when he felt a pain above his navel area. employee sought medical attention and was diagnosed with a hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2742,belt rubbing stand. took belt rail and tried to move structure over.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2743,"ee was pulling a 3' x 2' x 6"" piece of rock off top of the continuous miner and cut the 2nd and 3rd fingers of his right hand on the edge of the rock.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2744,ee was tightening an elbow on probe,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2745,"there was no witness to the accident, ee was struck in the face by the metal concrete pipe to pour concrete on the slope floor. were cleaning out the excess concrete in the pipe at the time of the accident which includes inserting 2 foam balls into the top and blowing them down the pipe. when the pressure relapsed it appears to have kicked back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2746,employee was performing inspection on 11061 conveyor belt in tunnel. there was a roller not working and his hand got drawn into conveyor. employee received cuts to back of his left hand from wrist area to small finger. surgery performed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2747,ee was reclaiming stones from stock pile when a larger stone rolled down and smashed his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -2748,"ee was roof bolting. as he started a drill steelin the roof a piece of rock 6"" x 6"" x 4"" fell & struck him on right hand catching his hand between rock & boom of roof bolter.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2749,employee was obtaining a box of earplugs for another employee. she saw a centipede and quickly pulled her hand back. she was not wearing gloves and the back of her right hand was scraped by metal grating on the pallet. she received a laceration to the back of that hand which required two stitches to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2750,"ee went to tell another ee something as he was changing the tire on the motor grader. when ee turned to walk off, the lock ring on the tire came loose and hit him.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2751,"while cleaning jaw crusher grate, a rock came loose and fell on the right hand causing 3rd finger to be hit. the ee needed 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2752,ee was assisting a repairman in removing a hinge pin bushing. he caught his left thumb with the slide hammer while trying to keep the slide hammer centered for the repairman. the incident caus ed a laceration to the left thumb that required sutures. he did not miss any time away from work (he is working with sutures).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2753,a fully trained miner was carrying a jack when ee dropped it on ee's foot. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2754,"ee was in the process of moving the miner cable over from away from the continuous miner by using a pry bar, when the bar slipped and hit the ee in the mouth disloding a permanent tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2755,"as employee was reaching for something on the roof bolter, he cut his left arm on a strap. recieved 9 staples in his arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2756,employee was tightening motor mount bolt of loader when socket slipped. his breaker bar mashed his finger between frame and breaker bar. x-rays revealed a chipped bone on end of index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2757,ee was cleaning the #1 regrind area in the mill and he struck his elbow on a beam. this caused a contusion on his right elbow. doctors perscribed a splint to be worn on his elbow for a week.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2758,"while adding drill steels, employee wanted to swing bolter head to clear away loose rock and coal to gain more ground clearnace. instead of hitting swing lever, he accidently hit up lever.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2759,"while using a pry bar to re-install the 1/2"" cable on the dredge winch the pry bar slipped causing the ee to hit his left leg on the deck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2760,"while performing normal duties as a driller, the employee felt a gradual strain develop in his back",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2761,employee was helping to change bits on continuous miner. pulled a rock off of the head striking himself on top of the left foot. diagnosed with fracture to the 5th metatarsal and 5th toe of the left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2762,an employee sustained injuries when he was cutting a scrap grizzly. the employee was struck on the side of his head (fractured bone) when a section of steel he was cutting de-stressed and pivoted upward with the sideboard. another section of steel landed on the top of both of his feet. (both feet had lacerations). more detail to be ammended to this report.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2763,employee was using a pry bar to take a tire off of a scoop and when employee tried to remove the bar it slipped striking them in the mouth chipping a tooth. employee finished the shift and did not miss any work. employee saw a dentist and is having the tooth fixed. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2764,"on february 25th, three workers were unloading an excavator bucket from a trailer deck. injured employee saw that the load wasn't center. as he grabbed hold of the chain to center the load, co-worker lifted the bucket catching injured employee's middle finger between the bucket and chain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2765,ee tried to free a stuck tipper valve. he first tried tapping on the handle with a rod but that did not work. he then grabbed the handle and pulled upward. he felt a pain in his back. the ee w as sent for medical evaluation & treatment. the doctor diagnosed a back strain (thoracic).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2766,"replacing belts on feeder, ee's hand slipped & got caught between motor pulley & belt. ee lost the tips of his little finger & ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2767,"employee was using a ratchet and socket to remove a bolt from a v-belt guard to change v-belts. while pulling on the ratchet, the socket slipped off the bolt head. when this happened, his little finger (pinky) on his right hand struck the angle iron on the edge of the v-belt guard cutting it to the bont.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2768,injured was changing structure on dome belt when he dropped a bar catching right hand between bar and belt structure causing a fracture of middle finger right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2769,"while pulling off guard to magnetite separator to inspect pulley belts, injured felt a sharp pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2770,"unit #1 - while roof bolting, employee cut band on a new bundle of bolts. band flew back, striking left upper arm causing a laceration approximately 1 inch long requiring 3 sutures. medical treatment only. no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2771,"employee was cutting skaker deck apart to send off for repair. while attempting to remove motor from frame, part of the beam holding the motor would not come loose, as the cuts were not completely through the frame. employee bent down to grab cutting torch when the weld broke causing the edge of the motor to contact the left side of employee's face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2772,"employee was grinding with a dewalt hand grinder, slipped and cut back side of left hand. stepping from beam to beam and slipped.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2773,"while operating a komatsu hd785 haul truck during loading operations, a large rock fell from the komatsu pc3000 backhoe that was loading the truck. the rock struck the tail end of the truck bed causing the front of the truck to bounce on the ground. the miner jammed leg causing discomfort to back and leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2774,jaw plugged with large rocks - moving rocks hand slipped rock smashed left index fingertip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2775,the employee got out of the miner deck to hang the line curtain across the entry prior to takinga cut out of the no. 3 heading on the 002-0 section when he felt a pain in his lower back. he co ntinued to work through his regular shifts thru 11/13/01 and due to increasing pain went to the doctor on that date. he was placed on restrictedwork duty beginning 11/14/01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2776,the employee was pulling muck from a shaft pocket when the material hung up due to a large rock bridging the chute opening. he was using a scaling bar to dislodge the rock and when it broke loose it struck the bar and cantilevered it upward striking the employee in the mouth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2777,emp. was changing a belt and caught a finger between the sheave and belt. emp was treated onsite and returned to work that shift. on 5-1-17 emp complained of pain and was taken to clinic where a small fracture of the tip of the finger was found. incident became reportable at that time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2778,"employee was removing sheathing from a piece of 1"" cable with a utility knife and cut the middle finger of his left hand requiring 5 sutures. he came back to work the same shift with a full dr s. release.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2779,tightening a bolt with wrench hand slipped and hit thumb on top flange of the beam. few days later it got infected.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2780,employee was pulling on pry bar. when something popped in middle of back. he started losing time 5/1/08.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2781,ee was getting in the van when he pulled his leg muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2782,"miner was using a 12 lb hammer and a chisel to open a piece of limestone. as ee was striking the chisel, ee missed, hitting ee's hands/fingers",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2783,employee states he felt pain in his low back while removing rock from a feeder conveyor chute in the washplant. he continued to work and later requested medical care. he is scheduled for surgery 01/09/2008.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2784,roof bolter ran over a rock pushing ee head into mine roof causing soft tissue damage to neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2785,after completing a cut with hydraulic stone splitter employee pushed cut stone thru cutting head to off side conveyor & caught left forearm on sharp edge of stone. equipment did not directly cause injury. injury required couple sutures,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2786,"installing wheel on trailer. pushed wheel over with left hand to align the wheel, the walking axle fell down striking left arm. breaking bone in left forearm. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2787,"employee welding on fletcher scaler pick rotation standing on bottom rung of ladder. he was wearing rubber boots with pant legs tucked inside. spark fell into boot and burned top of left foot. employee removed boot and had red area size of quarter on top of foot. pain ceased, put boot back on, placed pants over boots to prevent a reoccurence. did not report to spv til 7/9/07.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2788,ee felt sharp pain in lower left side of back & left leg while shoveling around belthead.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2789,was moving a roll of v-sheeting bays and smashed left index finger - fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2790,employee was removing side cover from hitachi 5500 shovel. cover dropped down striking inside of right forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2791,used power tool on exhaust flange and rust and debris went over safety glasses and into left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2792,ee was opening no 3 press after allowing the press drain for 10 minutes when residual liquor from inside the press splashed on both of his ankles and lower legs. he reported incident immedi ately and went to a safety shower and flushed the affected area for approx 15 minutes. he was transported to hospital.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2793,"individual was carrying a roll of 2"" hose over an o'cast when the hose caught the top of the o'cast wall causing him to twist. individual felt pain to the left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2794,employee states that while cleaning a bulk car something blew into his eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2795,"while shoveling of c-25 belt, hand struck a piece of angle iron on chute. 2 days lost time",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2796,he had attached a hook and rope to the bottom screen in order to pull it out through the top. the hook slipped and his right elbow struck against the frame of the screen deck. no expected impairment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2797,mowing hillside and equipment overturned. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2798,"employee was cutting a rubber, when he cut his left index finger with a utility knife.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2799,"operator was bolting, went home and had a rash on his arm, he reported to medcor on wednesday.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2800,"while pulling chains employee strained neck, shoulder, arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2801,"climbing in #1 ducon scrubber to clean the ""j"" chute, he was bruise by the door.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2802,a fully trained miner was dropping cable slack when ee felt pain in ee's back. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2803,"ee was in the process of installing a roof bolt. he drilled a hole, inserted the resin and bolt into the hole. due to mining height, the bolt had been bent prior to inserting it in the hole. he inserted the top part of the bolt in the hole and as he pushed on the bolt to straighten it out, he strained his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2804,"employee was removing a piece of metal from the walkway when employee lacerated finger. the employee received stitches as a result of the injury. the following were not a factor: rules, regs, mining equipment or systems, skills, proficiency, training or protective devices. attitude may have been a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2805,employee was getting onto a gradall when he felt a pop in his left knee. ee worked full duty until surgery on 8/8/12.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2806,ee left hand was caught between a supply door & the supply door frame,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2807,ee was repairing the cooling water system at cement mill #11. when he was loosening a nut the wrench slipped from the nut causing him back pain and a right hand trauma.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2808,"ie was cutting a hole in belt to put rope through to pull belt. ee was cutting right to left. left hand was on the belt, knife was in the right. the left hand was cut on top of the hand when right hand continued it's direction of travel after knife blade broke. ie was wearing ee's cut-proof gloves at the time of the incident. this was submitted in oct., but it's not on the drs. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2809,"installing bottom hose on powertrain cooler on 992d cat loader, felt burning sensation in left shoulder. left shoulder strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2810,"the employee was removing covers from the head drive, one of the covers slid and caught his left foot between the cover and the head drive. employee worked until 5-17-01 when an x-ray revealed a chipped bone on his ankle. a cast was applied at that time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2811,"mechanic was asked to bolt pipe to sump which is a routine task. employee was attempting to position the 6"" diameter piece of rubber flex hose to valve when they felt pain in right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2812,ee injured his back while he was assisting coworker in hanging the continuous miner cable from the mine roof. ee continued to work until 11/8/04 at which time he was told that surgery would be required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2813,the employee was using an air operated die grinder when it kicked back and struck his hand causing a laceration that required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2814,employee dropped stone on right foot,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2815,"ee shoveling material from under a conveyor belt, his r hand got too close to belt and it caught his fingers 3 fingers index, middle and ring tore skin off of 2 & tip of index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2816,"employee was helping unload a roll of belt from a trailer by rolling it off. he got in front of it to pull on it and when it freed he slipped on the ramp. the roll of belt knocked him down and rolled onto his right leg, twisting it. he went to the doctor on 2/7 who diagnosed it as a knee and ankle strain and took him off work until 2/14/05 and he returned with no restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -2817,"employee was removing some debris from the haulage road and sprained his lower back while lifting. **date of acc. 6/8/06, first day missed - 6/22/06 **",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2818,revised report started losing time again 4/4/01.(original injury 10/08/99.),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2819,the employee stated ee was in the process of trying to hang some miner in the number three entry when ee felt a burning sensation in the middle of back. the employee sought medical attention on 3/21/2019 and was taken off work. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2820,"ee was shoveling on monday morning, june 7th, 2004 around 9:00 a.m. at the pugmill area of our finished end area of the plant. ee was shoveling around concrete area when the shovel got caught under a holding clip at base of concrete wall. when he lifted up the shovel, the shovel did not release and ee got a sharp pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2821,while attempting to climb a ladder the employee lifted right leg and felt a snap on right knee ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2822,employee was helping h.d.mechanic change bucket teeth on an excavator. he was holding the drive pin when his right thumb was pinched between the drive pin and the retainer pin. the thumb nail was torn off. he continued to work until lunch time. later in the evening he was seen at the emer. room for x-ray ( not broken ) and dressing. he returned to work on his next scheduled shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2823,employee was loading supplies on his machine (and strained his back).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2824,employee opened up a cement silo port to clear material that was not flowing. the material let loose and dusted employee in face and eyes. the gate isolating the product was not fully closed which allowed material to flow out inspection port at employee. employee was wearing dust mask and safety glasses at the time of the injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2825,two employees were working to shotcrete an area. the shotcrete nozzle handle became stuck and a wrench was used to turn it. the injured employee had a finger in the line of fire and left pinky was struck with the wrench causing a distal phalanx fracture. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2826,"employee was stacking used belt structure onto a flat bed trailer. the stack of rollers started to tip over and as the employee reached with right hand, a roller smashed right hand against the bed of the trailer resulting in a laceration to the hand which required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2827,"while closing the steel door guard to the discharge conveyor, the ee dropped the door on his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2828,"employee was removing and replacing screens on the wet deck, while lifting the screen up the stairway, ee suffered a herniated intestine.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2829,ee was removing 1/2 link from a chain when the chain slipped and his fingers from both hands were caught between the chain and the sprocket. a total of six fingers were bruised and/or cut. ee did not have any broken bones nor did he require any stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2830,"ee alleges that when he hopped up onto a rail car to release the brake handle his right knee backside popped. injury became reportable on monday, august 26, 2002 due to impending knee surge ry.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2831,while bagging hydrated lime into 50# bags a bag burst and the lime dispersed outward bouncing off ee's chest and going underneath his safety glasses. ee received corneal abrasions to both eyes .,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2832,employee was using a magnetic drill. power failed causing the drill to fall and smash the right index finger. drill was not secured to the beam.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2833,ee was working on log washer when his right hand got caught. the middle finger on hsi right hand was broken.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2834,employee was attempting to remove the springs from the coal truck when fingers were caught between the axle and springs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2835,"ee was bent over preparing to clean kiln scrubber, ee opened door and a puff of smoke came out ee stood up took 10 steps and passed out.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2836,heber crew was changing screens. employee and another employee were putting the strap iron to hold the potato belting on the back of the screen. employee was holding the bolt laying down on the bottom deck with their legs sticking out when the piece of metal fell and struck employee's leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2837,employee was chaining down motor on winch truck when chain binder rolled and smashed his left ring finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2838,"flat level ground, backfilling a concrete form with base rock.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2839,"tighten up pull cable, wind blew barge out and cable smashed right middle finger. took to emergency room, had 3 stitches put in and back to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2840,employee was walking carrying a box of bag house bags when his back tightened up. determined to be work related on 10/1/2013,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2841,"the contract miner was part of a team lapping conveyor belt. during this process a sheave wheel came free from a wire rope and contacted the contractor's left hand. the following did not directly affect the occurrence: rules and regs., mining equipment, skills, proficiency, protective clothing or equipment. attitude may have been a factor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2842,"miner was hooking a lifting strap to lift a drill steel out of the drill. steel stuck in the bit, causing the eye bolt in the drill head to fail. miner was struck by falling shackle. miner refused treatment, wanted to see how it felt the next morning. on 3/8, miner sought treatment, diagnosed with a fracture of the right radius. miner returned 3/8 on light duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2843,ee was attempting to lift a rock off of a continuous miner and strained his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2844,"employee was helping the unit mechanic repair his shuttle car cable. while he was using a utility knife to split the cable, the blade went across the tip of left ring finger resulting in a laceration requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2845,"employee was trying to loosen a bolt on liner in #2 discharge chute. employee was positioned sitting on a scaffold plank, ee was tied off above. ee was using left arm to push forward on wrench and hand slipped off the wrench making contact with the wall in the chute causing injury to left index finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2846,employee was running roof bolter and rock fell from top striking him on the back of right hand. started missing work 6/28/04.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2847,grinding wheel broke apart.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2848,"on 2/18/2013 the employee bent over to set down a jig. when he stood up back up, he allegedly reported of back pain. he was evaluated by a physician and physical therapy was prescribed. the employee attend his second session of physical therapy on 3/7/2013.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2849,employee was putting panels on the back of the boat to work on rudders.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2850,employee was on #110 shield and #109 was pulling. employee leaned over cable thinking the shield was through pulling and he was mashed between the top of the cable troll and the bottom of the shield. (misc mail 6/6/06 #1-employee lost time again for one day on 6/1/06),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2851,"employee was using a 3/4"" drive ratchet to tighten a brake pack on a rock truck. the ratchet slipped off the bolt and hit them in the face. the resulting injury was a broken nose and six stiches to their nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2852,hitting a piece of metal. it broke off and hit him in the lip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2853,"employee was repairing the grates in the kiln 3 cooler. as the employee was in the under grate section, clinker material fell down/breaking (hot center) into the cooler onto our employee causing a burn to the back of the neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2854,"employee was holding rope used to reposition dredge. rope broke, causing clevis pin to strike his left hand, breaking a finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2855,"while making a repair to a trailer tub, employee was cutting out a section with a torch, when the section he was cutting loose sprung out and hit him on the forehead, resulting in a 2 inch laceration. the laceration was sutured by on site p.a., and he returned to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2856,employee was swinging sledgehammer and came in contact with t handle on valve pinching finger causing fracture and laceration to index finger left hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2857,employee injured removing tailings waste from a disc filter. in an effort to dislodge built up material. additional material fell from the disc filter onto the cover. this falling material stuck the cover and catapulted his hand into a piece of metal which resulted in an injury to the employee's right index finger. this resulted in 5 to 7 days of modified duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2858,employee was assisting another employee who was splicing a cable. the second employee was hitting crimper with a hammer when a sliver of metal broke off striking employee on the left hand. injury required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2859,"while performing maintenance on a conveyor and cutting flashing with a box knife, pulling the knife in the direction of his body, the employee stabbed himself inflicting a laceration to his lower left leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2860,using a utility knife ee was cutting a piece of belt to make a piece of guarding for a belt tail. the utility knife slipped out of the belt cutting ee at the second knuckle through ee's glove. ee had received 7 stitches ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2861,employee was taking grease fitting out of adjustment cylinder for tailpulley & pressure in cylinder shot grease fitting into his left hand between index & middle finger causing puncture wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2862,while loading box of glue on roofbolter he felt pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2863,employee reported he had lifted a chock block from the holder on the front of a 85ton haul truck to place it under the wheel. he claims he felt some pain in and around his belly button & now has a hernia as a result of the chock block.he has not missed work until nov.14. surgery to repair the hernia and will be off for approx. 6 wks. the injury reported to safety dept. 1mo.aft,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2864,"employee was trying to thread two pieces of steel together, when they would not go together, he used his percussion to get them to thread and a piece of steel broke off and got wedged under the skin of his chin. metal was removed from wound and wound sutured closed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2865,ee was on level 3 of the tower. pallets of material was being lifted up to this level by a crane. ee was using a tag line to help guide the load over a handrail when ee felt a pain in right bicep. ee returned to job but on 7/20/17 during a follow up visit the dr. prescribed physical therapy.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2866,employee was tighten loose plow bolts and replacing a missing pin when later in the shift his back began to bother him.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2867,"employee was engaged in helping four others remove a metal chute and transition piece. employee was unaware that an arm to a diverter valve had been cut loose and when he grabbed the arm it caused the diverter valve to move, mashing his left middle finger between diverter gate and side of chute causing a laceration requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2868,ee stated he was removing a piece of broken wood timber from grizzly chute at the rotary breaker when a rock apparently came loose and struck ee on the left hand. this resulted in a contusion and laceration to his left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2869,employee was throwing cable over and when the employee raised back to the standing position hit head on a brow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2870,"employee grinding weld using 4.5"" grinder, he stated it kicked-back he stopped to inspect disc, noticed a small ""nick"" & stated he thought he should change it but he decided to try to finish the 1"" of weld left to grind. restarted it & it kicked out again & he lost control of the tool. cut to r-arm that required several stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2871,"while removing hood from elevator bucket area, wearing leather gloves, pinched and cut right middle finger requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2872,"ee and another ee were replacing a wiper on brick flat belt so they had to remove a door off of the drop shoot and they went to put it back and it slipped and hit ee on the right side of his face, right temple area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2873,ee was working on the bagging crew-stacking 100 lb. bags from the conveyor onto pallets. ee took a bag from the conveyor and moved to the pallet. when ee started to stand up he felt a pull in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2874,ee was drilling a hole and drill steel fell out of the hole and hit ee on the left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2875,the employee was cleaning under 18 west gate section belt when he felt pain in his left shoulder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2876,"removing broken screen deck, pinched right middle finger, swollen and bruised finger tip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2877,"ee was operating roof bolter when a piece of draw rock - 12"" x 12"" x 4"" fell from roof, striking ee on right hip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2878,a piece of draw rock fell on bolter arm. ee reached with his hand to pull piece of rock off bolter arm and another piece of draw rock fell on up lever of bolter causing bolter arm to raise and pinch ee's hand against roof.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2879,while roof bolting employee put hand on bolt & was trying to spin it to get it in the top. his hand got caught on the bolt & the plate spun around and cut hand and twisted wrist & arm. employee was wearing gloves & arm guard at the time of accident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -2880,"ee was tightening a turnbuckle with a bar, as he pushed on the bar, the nut on the turnbuckle broke. ee fell forward and his hands landed on the concrete floor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -2881,"timber was leaning against the rib, ee was cleaning out loose coal on bottom to set timber. the timber against the rib, slid down striking the citim on the wrist!",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2882,ee was blowing off clothing after a job. ee was using an approved airline. a piece of debris lodged in his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2883,"employee was working on an atlas copco drill at martin marietta quarry in hatton, ar. the catwalk he was standing on has the gator type tread on it. employee was attempting to remove the hood off engine compartment and when he went to twist his foot, it did not move because boot caught the tread and caused his left knee to pop and swell.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2884,"employee was lifting a railroad tie to hold down a tarp covering a crusher parts, when letting it down it smacked a finger between the railroad tie and crusher. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2885,"employee was welding with another employee when the weld flashes off the other job reflected on the inside of his hood, burning his eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -2886,laceration of inner left thigh due to razor knife. injury required sutures to close wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2887,"employee was cleaning scale from the top of the tower mill when a chunk of scale fell into the man-basket he was using. the employee was pushed into the man-basket control, which caused contusion to the rib area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2888,"while unhooking a cart from the damascus ride the tongue of the cart fell to the ground smashing ee's right ring finger, thus requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2889,"the employee was assisting a mechanic with removing a bolt from the dozer with a breaker bar. the bolt came loose suddenly, causing the employee to lose his balance and strain his left arm. he was evaluated by a physician and taken off of work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2890,ie was carrying an open bucket of sealant preparing to plaster a stopping. when ee set the bucket down liquid that was pooled on top of the sealant splashed up and contacted the employee's left eye. the ie was wearing prescription safety glasses with side shields. treatment included prescription eye drops. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2891,folding up chute on stemming truck. last two fingers on right hand got caught in pinch point.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2892,"while cleaning, the worker lifted a bag of household type garbage, while simultaneously twisting in order to carry it out of the office resulting in a lower lumbar strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2893,employee was assisting a miner with a jack-leg when the leg pushed against his left foot causing an inward rotation which strained his left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2894,lighting kiln and had a puff of hot air to face area ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -2895,employee was shoveling and cleaning up area around west end of kiln. a foreign piece of materialor dust went into his eye. ee was sent to eye doctor. eye was scratched and employee was issued prescription eye drops.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2896,two employees were carrying a section of drill casing to a drill rig by hand. one of the employees slipped in the muddy conditions and dropped his end of the pipe. this put strain on the other employee all of the sudden and he stated that he experienced pain in his lower right back area and his upper left shoulder area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2897,"while mining in the number two entry cont. miner off side panic button malfunctioned. not allowing the machine to move. while immobile, the inby pillar cut fell in to the turn posts. no rock fell on the miner. after making electrical repairs, the miner was able to remove itself from the cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Accident type, without injuries" -2898,ee was pulling on bag house door when he felt sharp pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2899,blaster was using a man shovel to shovel drill cutting into bore hole when he felt sharp pain from back to both legs. results was a strained lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2900,the employee was breaking oversized rock on a grizzly using an 8 pound double jack. he swung and struck the rock when the handle of the double jack broke on impact. he said he felt a pop in his elbow when this occurred and he also noticed pain. the doctor diagnosed this injury as a tendon strain and placed him on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2901,"while bending over and lifting a lid on a miner, had a sharp pain in the lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2902,"two ee were cleaning out a material slide chute with a 4 foot bar. the bar apon impact with the chute, bounced back striking the second ee in the right eyebrow. the cut was approx 1"" long.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2903,employee was installing cable bolts with a dual boom bolter. while pushing cable bolt into the roof the employee experienced pain in his left shoulder. employee did not miss any work until 8/24/04 on which date he received surgery on his shoulder rotator cuff.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2904,"employee was stacking 40# bags, when he caught one off the conveyor line, he spun around and felt pain in his left shoulder area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2905,"ee stated that while hangin roof bolter cable, he felt a pain inhis shoulder and back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2906,the ee was helping to dismantle the dredge when doing so he moved a flanged pipe that slid and tipped out of the saddle pinching and severing the end of the ee's right thumb between the pipe frame and corner of the dredge cabin. the ee had surgery on 9-6-02 to pin bone on the end of the thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2907,employee was adjusting jack on airlock door and cross piece fell pinching rt little finger causing laceration to tip that required sutures. toldto see panel dr fro release and released by him for next scheduled shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2908,ee was washing truck and cut right hand between thumb and index finger. ee went to urgent care where they cleaned the cut and put butterfly bandage. ee was told to keep it dry for 3 days. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2909,"employee was removing a lower roller bolt, and when they sat the bolt on the ground the sleeve fell. catching the employee's right index finger between the bolt head and sleeve. causing a tuft fracture, two stiches, and prescription medication. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2910,ee opened sight door of oil burning stove to look in and soot blew into his eyes causing abrasions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2911,"individual was using a slate bar to pry a tram motor up into position. the bar slipped causing him to fall, striking his arm/shoulder on the scoop bucket.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -2912,tearing down and cleaning engine parts. he was lifting and moving heavy parts and twisted back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2913,while employee was working on repairing a conveyor belt he hit himself in the abdomen with a pry bar. he will need surgical repair of his ruptured hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2914,"ee's shift was having problems with #1 finish mill. ee went out to see what was wrong with the finish mill. he found that the tipping valve was stuck open coming from dust collector. when he pushed the valve arm down, the counter weight slid down the handle and hit his right hand cutting it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2915,"employee was replacing dv-04, at about 9:00 am, while trying to pull a chute he noticed his backhurting on the lower right hand side.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2916,"employee was marking parts on a pallet in the warehouse, when he rose up to walk away and felt a sharp pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2917,operating the d8l when reversing he felt a pain in his back. he felt the pain all thru the night.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2918,repetitive fabricating of equipment guards.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2919,"employees were removing pipeline off the water from the dredge. employee was removing bolts from the pipeline flange, after the bolts were removed employee made sure everyone was clear and swung the pipeline behind him and one of the employees walked forward and was struck in the right ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2920,"pulling heavy cables through mud, while attempting to pull out loader that was stuck, he strained his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2921,"while backfilling a stope from the 6245-118 top cut, a sandvik lh621i loader traveled beyond the initial location of the berm with a full bucket of cemented rock fill (crf). the loader slid down the angle of repose of the crf fill and came to rest part-way down the slope of crf. the loader operator was able to exit the cab of the loader with no injuries.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Accident type, without injuries" -2922,victim was plastering on intake stopping when he stood up he felt a sharp pain in his right thigh.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2923,"ee was lifting a counterweight, when he heard a pop in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2924,making a splice on #4 s/car beating down rings on splice hammer came off knocked and hit his left thumb and cut it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2925,ee was in the shop welding. ee put his gloves on when he felt a sting on his left hand. ee's hand turned red and swollen. ee went home and returned back to work with a bad red streak running up from his hand up to almost his arm pit.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2926,the employee adopted an uncomfortable position switching the valve to silo-13 due to a scaffold located in front of the valve and hurt lower back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2927,employee was unlocking a feeder with a pipewrench. the wrench slipped mashing finger agaisnt piece of angle iron.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2928,miner was operating automatic palletizer. right foot was caught in pneumatic doors. steel toes in safety shoes held doors open until pressure could be relieved and doors opened. miner suffered abrasions on both sides of right ankle and possible hairline fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -2929,two employees were picking up a 6 inch hard suction hose that weighs approximately 80 pounds. ee says foot slipped and ee pulled a muscle in the back and requested to see a doctor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2930,"ee was attempting to get a crib block out from under a piece of metal plate measuring 1/2"" x 4' x 5'. it had a sharp edge on it lacerating his left index finger requiring 17 stitches. ee was n ot scheduled for work until 11-3-03.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2931,ee stated that he was throwing-1-south switch and felt something pull in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2932,team member was hammering a tooth into an adapter with a single jack style hammer. the hammer impacting the tooth caused a metal chip to fly up resulting in team member retaining a metal fragment in chin. injury was originally first aid. medical treatment was not provided until 8/11/2020.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2933,"while attempting to unclog a crusher, the victim was struck in the face by an object ejected from the crusher.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -2934,"employee was moving large stone to split when the stone slipped, catching his ring finger on his left hand, between 2 stones.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2935,"employee was cleaning the burner pipe on the kiln with an air lance. as the employee was extracting the lance from the port, something fell and made an impact on the lance causing it to flip up and around and hit ee on ee's left wrist causing a hand sprain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2936,"employee received shoulder strain while pulling a hose connected to a hose reel. hose is used on air impact wrenches. immediate cause was stress due to improper speed, and body position while removing the hose. he saw a physician on the day of the accident. no medical treatment; evaluation only. he was placed on restricted duty 10/28/04 after seeing his physician again.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2937,"employee was assisting in re-alignment of drill mast components. while pushing on component, the metal block slipped into place resulting in a drill section swinging and pinching the employee's finger against the metal frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2938,"employee was using a guide rod to align the bolt hole on a liner prior to final placement. employee had placed their right hand on the liner to assist with guiding the liner. when the liner was going into place between the other liner, the employee hand remained on the liner and was caught between two liners causing the right proximal phalange to break near the upper knuckle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2939,employee was removing chunks from #2 stone feeder in the rock tunnel. while dislodging chunk another piece fell on employee's hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2940,"employee was bolting and wiring at the raise bore collar. the ground was fractured and he had to drill in and out. he pulled his left shoulder while extracting the drill steel. he noticed pain in shoulder while drilling. he refused treatment initially until the pain progressed. his initial visit was march 30, 2007.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2941,while cutting wire ties with a utility knife he cut through tie while holding other end of tie and cut his left hand which required 3 stitches to close the cut.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2942,employee (roof bolter opr.) lowered the roof bolter pot and it struck a piece of drill steel causing it to be pushed into the leg of employee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2943,"ee was trying to break a plug out of a ""y"" strainer with a breaker bar & felt a pop in his rightelbow. he didn't feel any further pain so he finished his shift. the next morning he had swellin g in his elbow. he went to the doctor who diagnosed a hairline fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2944,a piece of metal from a machine disconnected and struck the employee on the hard hat.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2945,removing scrap material-steel got caught on glove laceating left ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2946,employee was removing cylinder from lhd when the jack fell and landed on his foot causing a minor fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2947,"doing oil change and maintenance on 980h loader. ee was putting the fender on back of loader, and when he twisted to set it in place, he felt a sharp pain in the center of his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2948,"while employee was working his regular duties, he was struck by a piece of metal and sustained lower leg fractures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2949,"employee was lifting 12"" cut stone and felt a pull in lower right abdominal area. the pain would not subside so employee was put on a smaller thin line machine.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2950,smashed right hand while tripping out drill rods on a hard surface. this resulted in an injury to the right index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2951,"ee was changing bit on slot drill. the 10' steel fell out of holder, tipping over and hitting ee on hard hat, upper back and left elbow, causing contusion to upper back. y",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2952,the employee used a rounded tip box blade cutting tool to cut a bad section of a hose out. dust blew from the hose and into the face of the employee causing the employee to cut his hand with the cutting tool.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2953,employee was scaling highwall of loose material; large rock slid from highwall striking left side of excavator operator's cab; this caused employee to have a twisting motion to lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2954,"employee lost his footing while repairing a pump, he reached out to catch himself then cut his left hand on the sharp edge of a rain gutter.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2955,"side of dozer slipped when employee passed crest of stockpile causing him to be partially ejected from seat. seat belt came unhooked (seat belt was not defective, but was apparently not securely fastened.)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2956,individual was lowering a shaft guard vertically and it came down on his foot. individual was wearing steel toed protective footwear. minor bruising on right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2957,"employee stated that while tramming the fletcher walk through roof bolter, a t3 strap fell from the side of the roof bolter and struck left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2958,ee was kneeling d0wn and greasing a tail pulley bearing on the pep lime plant. when he raised up he hit his lt. shoulder on a piece of steel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2959,while lowering boom of double head fletcher off side (right) side ee caught his hand (right) hand between boom and frame of bolter.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2960,"ee was making repair to a dust collector. the muffler moved and the hammer the ee was using glanced off the muffler and hit his left little finger, cutting it and requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2961,"the employee stated that they were drilling a hole with the rbm, had made up a bolt and propped it against the tray. as employee dropped mast the bolt fell over and the mast kicked it back towards employee causing the plate to lacerate left jaw. employee sought medical attention and received 6 sutures and returned to work at normal job.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2962,"bolter operator was assisting electrician checking dust suppression system due to water dripping out of tap. bolter opr. handed elect. an old resin box to cut a piece to rest his knees on in the wet conditions while checking the system. while attempting to cut the resin box, the utility knife slipped & cut the right middle finger of bolter opr. which required 1 stitch.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2963,person was cleaning pine trees to do surveying work. he accidentally struck his face with one of the branches he had cutt off. scratch to right eye requiring prescription medication for treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2964,"while trying to reposition haul truck drive shaft, the shaft slipped, pinching the finger between shaft and yoke on the transmission.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2965,"operator of tractor was loading hay bales on thestrawblower, as the strawblower passed the tractor, the operator looked at the strawblower, the bale continued to raise when it reached the top of the lift, the bale came over the back of the lift striking the hood of the tractor & the operator. the bale pushed steering wheel against hisknees & pushed glasses & cut nose & hurt neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2966,"employee was torching a tooth off a loader bucket. as he used a small sledge hammer to knock the tooth off the loader bucket, a small piece of metal chipped off of the tooth & struck him in his knee. the small metal chip embedded itself into his right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2967,"injury said that he was trying to exit the scoop & his foot got stuck under the starting box. he twisted his knee trying to get out. he said if the foreman would take it easy on him, he wouldn't go outside and fill out an acc. rpt or go home and seek medical attention. there were two witness besides the foreman to this statement.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2968,employee was tightening the t screw on to the top of the filter press cell when her thumb slipped off the t screw. her right hand was wet at the time from washing fuidloss cells. the employee has torn or strained ligaments in thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2969,emp stated his wrist was sore from beating ice off of steel. emp did not seek medical treatment until 12/26/07 where he was given a presciption and limited use of his wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2970,"while picking rock off the belt, rock fell onto belt striking finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2971,"was riffling a coal sample and was turning his body while carrying a the sample, weighing approximately 70 pounds, and his left knee gave out on him. there was swelling and he could not put a lot of pressure on his leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2972,ee was pushing rock off of miner when he cut his left arm on a sharp rock.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2973,"descending ladder on 785 cat haul truck, foot slipped on ladder rung, caught himself with one hand and twisted back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -2974,employee felt a pain in lower back while shoveling at the s-6 belt landing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2975,"ee was using a grinder on a metal surface. the grinder slipped and hit him on the left thigh causing a 2"" gash.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2976,"the injured employee was lifting the landing clamps from around a drill collar with the help of another employee. the other employee lost his grip, leaving the employee who was injured to bear all of the weight. the injured employee suffered a pulled muscle in his right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2977,ee mashed finger while handling stone. received 6 stitches in finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2978,employee was climbing up a 7 foot vertical ladder and strained his lower left back. employee is on light duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2979,injury had a 6 ft cross tie raised & he was holding it. he was sliding cross tie under raised tie when he caught his left 3rd finger between the 2 cross ties. open fracture left 3rd finger w/ nail bed reconstruction.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -2980,employee was removing a belly pan on a dozer when the chain slipped and fell onto employee's hand and knee,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2981,"ee was shoveling around belthead and felt ""stinging"" in groin area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2982,"man was being trained on installation of roof bolts. while attempting to put the 2 drill steels together, he got his thumb caught between the steel & the roof, injuring his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2983,rtd operator states they hit several potholes in the roadway causing them to suffered back pain. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -2984,employee was taking inventory. he used his foot to push a heavy drawer back into place. at that time he experienced pain in his stomach area. heremained at work but has experienced discomfort since then. upon his visit to the doctor it was discovered that he had a double hernia & is due to have surgery on 10/6 & is expected to be out of work for 6 weeks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2985,"ee was bolting in the #3 heading. as he was putting up pressure to install a bolt, a piece of metal that was welded to the machine broke off and struck him on the right side of his head. no visible injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2986,"employee was working on preheat tower with inspection door open. hot air blew into employee's face, resulting in minor burns to face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -2987,"employee was working on the dredge pump and logwasher, picking up heavy parts and breaking bolts loose with a pull handle when he strained his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -2988,helping other mechanics changing motor on pump. while cutting tape off pump motor his knife slipped and cut thru gloves and cut left 5th finger requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2989,working on primary #1 crusher top rolls using an 18v impact gun above their head and injured the left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -2990,ee was pulling on the continuous miner cable to get it out of the haul road of the #4 entry on the 003-0 mmu and felt a sharp pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -2991,emp.'s were replacing cutter motor on cu119 the new motor was on a trailer they were in the process of removing the clutch cover on the new motor when the last bolt was taken out the cover fell pinching the employee's left middle finger between the cover and the side rail of the trailer. emp. has a fx to his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2992,while breaking loose a mill liner with a hammer a bullet hit employee under right knee which appears to come from the liner.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2993,injured was shoveling belt when he struck his right elbow on belt structure.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -2994,ee was using grinder to cut piece of key steel. grinder slipped and cut hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -2995,"miner was closing the trap door on the vertical ladder in the galloway of the production shaft when a weld broke on the handrail post and landed on his foot. he was taken to hospital and was given full duty, two days later he returned to hospital and x-rays revealed a fractured toe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2996,changing torque in d015/d8r dozer. he was removing the torque when the drive line fell and struck him on the left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2997,"miner was removing back plate on 5x14 screen. approx 15""x4' one end slipped down striking miner on wrist. bleeding was minimal. however there appeared to be an indention on the wrist. miner was sent to the doctor for further treatment. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -2998,ee was changing out a pump when the shaft slipped and caught his two left fingers between the bottom of the sleeve nut and top of the gland. the ee recieved stitches on one finger and further treatment on the other finger. the ee has not returned back to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -2999,employee was shoveling material from screen deck. after shoveling felt pain in left hip. went to doctor about it on 04/09/2013. was diagnosed with acute lumbar strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3000,"employee was working fro teck-cominco at the time and was beating on a pressurized paste pipe when the plug broke loose. the pipe with the pressure releasing swung over & knocked employee over on his right shoulder, breaking his collar bone.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -3001,employee was repairing a caterpillar 992c when he struck his head on the machine. laceration required (5) stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3002,"ee were attempting to walk the track back onto the right track.two slivers of metal flew off & hit the ee. 1 piece hit his shirt & other stuck into upper portion of his left forearm.piece of metal was approx. 1/4"" long & embedded into his arm. he was taken immediately to primed where his arm was x rayed and the metal removed. he received 3 stitches in his arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3003,"a roof rock (measuring approx. 4' x 3' x 5"" and less in thickness) fell out between the last 2 rows of bolts in the 3 right/left rooms off of i-1 submains, spad 8367. the rock struck the injur ed on the back ofthe left heel resulting in an avulsion which required surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3004,employee was cutting tape off of a 5/0 cord roll & cut his left hand with a utility knife.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3005,"while operating 2 yd loader, loader tipped over on its side and employee hit the back of his head on the rops cage.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -3006,"employee was entering bathroom in mine office. door sticks and has to be lifted slightly by handle to open. employee felt sharp pain in middle back when door was lifted to open. pain is not in spine, but on each side of spine. appears to be a muscle strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3007,the operator & 2 helpers were attaching the jib to the boom of a 90 ton hydraulic crane. the operator removed the pin on the side of the boom before he installed the 2 pins that hold the jib in place. this caused the entire jib to drop to the ground. one side of the jib struck the operator's hard hat as it fell to the concrete paving.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3008,"while moving/rolling movable stairway in cold storage area, heard right knee pop to side and he rolled to the ground. he was treated and prescribed physical therapy on 12/15/05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3009,grinding on metal plates when grinder wheel slipped biting top of hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3010,oil/debris from under crusher dripped into employees right eye. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3011,ee was pulling the end of a vent bag when she felt a pain in her right elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3012,"while working on the dragline, the injured hit his finger with the handle of a hammer, smashing or bursting it open requiring 6 stitches to close it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3013,"employee was doing some maintenance work in the dryer plant, and was operating the milwaukee 4"" electric grinder. a spark flew from the grinder under his safety glasses and struck him in the left eye. he experienced a burning feeling, with watering eye and redness. he did go to the emergency room at st. mary's hospital.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3014,employee was swinging a sledge hammer and struck a sharp edge on the catwalk.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3015,ee was cutting bolts on a screen deck using a hand grinder. the sparks created by the grinder where hitting his leg & one of them burned thru his jeans & burned his shin. the burn was small and had a small blister. the blister broke and he got an infection in it so he went to the clinic and was given an antibiotic.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -3016,cut left ring finger while making a belt splice. four stitches to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3017,employee was taking down a slide anchor for a shuttle car. in doing so employee cut employee's left index finger on a pin plate requiring three (3) stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3018,employee was putting pressure down on a stone. the stone slipped on the table causing his hand to move upward striking the blade of the saw.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3019,"a conveyor belt split in half. during the repair, a wedge was used to lift a hopper. when the wedge was knocked out it struck the employee on the right cheek causing a 1.5 cm laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3020,employee felt pain in his back when he tried to pull a transmission jack out of a storage area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3021,ee states that while removing nut off packing gland she strained right wrist she was treated by nurse 4x between dec & may. still having pain was sent to dr. on 5/9/01. she was given rx medici ne & plastic wrist splint by dr.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3022,the ee was lifting a chute liner plate when ee felt a pain in ee's abdomen. a physician later diagnosed ee with a hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3023,"an ee was retreiving rail, as ee was loading the rail onto the rail car a stick of rail rolled over and pinched the bottom of ee's right middle finger causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -3024,"employee was lifting a scoop door when ee felt pain in ee's lower back, right shoulder and elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3025,"on 11/15/2017 an ee was separating sections of 4"" waterline with a crib block. the crib block slipped off of the joint of water line and ee struck finger between the crib block and a fire valve. the ee fractured the tip of finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3026,employee was pulling a chain and it struck her on the left wrist and fingers. she was evaluated by a physician and a splint/sling was applied.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3027,"employee was operating a roof bolter installing a channel for a belt header, as he rotated the bolt, the channel caught on the bolt, striking him on his right wrist, causing a fracture. he began missing time on 10/09/2012.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3028,"ee was working with a chain on the ground, when the ee's finger became caught, tearing skin from his finger tip. the ee's finger had gotten pinched between the chain hook and object he was attaching chain to.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3029,"dozer operator rolled #640 dozer while cleaning narrow road. dozer went thru the berm at the crest on the 2950 level and came to rest upright on the crest of the 2900 level. employee was seen and had a full release to work. when seen by company doctor on 9/3/2013, pt was ordered making the incident reportable. there was no lost time and no restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -3030,employee turned over a piece of metal and it fell on his left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3031,ee was attempting to unclog a chute when right arm became trapped.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3032,employee turn door knob in break room and felt wrist pop.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3033,employee was lifting a heavy pipe off of a sheet of steel he needed for fabricating. he lefted this pipe in a manner which caused this injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3034,employee was helping load scoop onto dolly and caught hand between scoop cage canopy and roof causing injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3035,employee was replacing track pad on the excavator and when he went to put it on it slipped down and fell on both feet. he broke his left foot and a toe on his right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3036,rock smashed left ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3037,employee was throwing the miner cable out of roadway and pulled muscle in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -3038,small piece of rust went around safety glasses and got caught into ee s eye. irrigated at plant side then when to see a physician. physician gave ee a patch and prescription ointment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3039,member was carring 7' timbers to #3 entry to timber the roadway and felt pain in lower back. the accident was not reported to the safety department until 7/4/2006.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3040,employee was lowering blanks into cell. one blank hung up and he tried to free the blank from the strongback. the blank fell catching the employee's finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3041,ee had a second degree burn on wrist while using torch. investigation for more details is still underway.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -3042,employee was using a bar to unplug a feeder chute. the bar kicked sideways and pinched his fingers between bar and chute. employee was taken to a medical facility.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3043,employee struck his right hand pinky finger while disposing of old cable floaters.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3044,accident reported 4/18/01. it is thought ee picked up the tongue of a trailer to clean it out. somehow in the process he pulled his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3045,injured was throwing over miner cable and strained shoulder and on 2/12/19 injured went to doctor and was given a prescription for strained muscle making this a reportable incident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -3046,"ee parked ee's machine to use the restroom. when ee returned to the loader, ee grabbed the handrails. when pulling self up, ee felt and heard a ""pop"" in left shoulder. ee proceeded up the ladder, sat down, and immediately notified the foreman.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3047,"washing off screens on line 2 blunger with pressurized hose. a splatter of slurry went in eye, caused a burn to the cornea. not reporting to supervisor in a timely manner and due to possible lack of eye protection and lack of proper flushing /cleaning of eye after accidental exposure. lack of involvement of first aid trained/qualified supervisor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3048,employee was pushing up roof bolt with his arms and felt pain in right shoulder. lost time as of 1/12/2015,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3049,ie was pulling a loop of miner cable out of the road and had a pain above the belly button. ie was diagnosed with a hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3050,"troubleshooting the hydraulic adjustment system on the crusher. installed a pressure gauge on the pump by attaching the pressure hose to a malleable black iron tee that had the pressure gauge threaded in the other end. pump was turned on and hydraulic pressure split the tee that was in his hand. the hydraulic fluid, under 4000 psi, cut his thumb and damaged a tendon.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3051,"ee was involved in repair of the #183 p & h 1550 loading hoe. he had loosened 2 bolts on a component and as the third bolt broke loose, he fell forward sprawling across several hydraulic hoses . it was at this time that he felt a sharp stabbing pain in his shoulder, arm and hand. injury on 11-22-00 was diagnosed as a herniated disc between 6th and 7th vertebrae.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -3052,"employee was loading screen wire onto the roof bolter. when employee got the screen wire above ee's head, employee felt a pop in their right shoulder. employee continued to work until surgery on 01/09/2020.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3053,"at approx 7:40pm, a haulage accident occurred on the surface area of mine. the ee was in the process of attaching a wire nip to a trolley pole of a ditch digger while apparently standing in front of the ditch digger. the ditch digger became energized and contacted the ee causing injury and subsequent amputation of the lower right extremity at the hip. ee was pronounced dead.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3054,miner was using a shovel to move material at the hammer mill chute two to three feet so it could be accessed with a dingo compact utility loader. miner hurt upper back during shoveling process. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3055,the ee states he was hammering on a bin with a sledge hammer and injured his finger. there was no grip on the handle and it was slick. the finger was dislocated.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3056,employee alleges was unloading a truck and the co-worker threw a pipe off of the truck. the pipe hit employee on their left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3057,the employee was working with chain falls and pry bars and apparently bumped or caught the back of his hand in a pinch point. employee did not seek treatment until 7/16/10 and company was not made aware of injury until 7/20/10.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3058,ee was taking down high voltage cable when his left thumb became pinned between the cable and cable hook. medical treatment injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3059,"ee was helping replace concaves in 42"" gyratory crusher, and was putting 30 pound block of zinc into melting pot when his glove caught on the side of the pot. his hand was caught between the pot and the zinc, causing a laceration to his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3060,"employee was emptying a supersack of lime into a hopper. employee was cutting the bottom of the bag when lime enter into right eye. employee was wearing goggles over glasses, however the goggles were not properly fit and this caused a gap at the temples of the glasses.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3061,"employee was jacking up the unit tail piece with a track jack. he thought the jack had latched, but it hadn't. whe he let go of the handle it flew up and hit him in the left cheek.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3062,while working on the t-block taking marble off of block a piece of marble laid over on thumb an mashed thumb. then while standing by header saw passed out an then fell an hit head on the floor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3063,"the man was sitting on the mantrip. as the mantrip began to move, he noticed the lunch bag on top of the mantrip was rubbing against the roof. he stated he told the operator to stop and reached for the bag. the operator did not hear him and continued to tram. the mantrip struck a rock causing the man's arm to momentarily be pinched between the mantrip and the roof.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3064,worker was moving a chunk of rock on the chopper table when the rock rolled to one side and caught the workers fingers in between another rock. resulting in (3) cut fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3065,dredge operator smashed ee's left pinky finger while replacing door liner on dredge. employee received 6 stitches and returned to work on ee's next schedule work shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3066,"he was working on a screen box removing a screen in which at time of accident, he was removing the bolts. he stuck his thumb on the bolt to hold it from spinning while he tried to loosen the nut with an airgun when it cut thru his glove and cut his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3067,horseplay result in eye injury from an airsoil,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3068,employee stated that while loading a car of props with another employee he caught his finger in between prop and rail car.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3069,employee was hanging the continuous miner cable when he felt something start burning in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3070,"the employee was attempting to remove a dust collector screen with a pry bar which slipped from his hand and struck his safety glasses, pushing them into his left cheek causing a small cut und er his left eye. he received 4 stitches and was released to his normal duties.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3071,ee (crusher loader operator) was picking up a metal flange that was in the stockpile. ee threw flange on counterweight of loader and caught his right middle finger between the flange and the handle on the back of the loader.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3072,"while building a bridge, employee felt muscles tighten up in right lower back. this did not involve any compliance issues. no equipment involved. personal protective equipment was being used. this did not involve job proficiency, training, or attitude. employee did not miss any work until 10/31/2016. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3073,employee was opening a top rail car hatch and felt a sharp pain in his back. employee was seen by a doctor and placed on modified duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3074,"while hosing under 28-2 conveyor on the washdown floor, employee was pulling a hose and struck his left shoulder on a beam. physical therapy started on 1/3/05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3075,employee was lifting a slab of sandstone up onto its edge to be split when he sustained a sharp pain to his lower back. physician diagnosis: lumbar strain. employee will be off work until next evaluation on 3/22/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3076,"employee was hauling a load of 8"" i-beams on a forklift. one of the beams started to fall off the stack and the employee attempted to replace the beam on the stack. it fell off the stack and landed on his left foot above the steel toe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3077,employee was picking up and moving iron to fabrication area to prepare it for installation on platform. hernia lower right side of stomach.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3078,"employee was pulling on a 1"" steel water line to break it free from a barbed fitting.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3079,he was putting up his tools and hurt his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3080,ee was using a 5' long digging bar while changing a conveyor return idler bracket. the bar slipped and punctured his left hand at the bas of thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3081,"while installing a 16ft roof bolt, employee felt a pain in his left bicep. diagnosed with a torn bicep muscle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3082,employee was in a hurry to unplug the crusher chute and cut right index finger. required 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3083,employee was changing a dual windshield wiper. ee was loosening the wiper arm from the broken stud. the wiper arm swung back and hit the employee right ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3084,the employee was taken to the hospital on 5/10/07 and was taken off work. the employee was struck on the head and chest by a tree limb while it was being cut down by another employee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3085,employee was removing a fuel injuector line while lying on his back and stretching & twisting to reach the clamps on the line. he felt a popping in his back. employee did not seek treatment until 11/12/2008.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3086,"employee was dragging rock dust hose in the return at 3-12xc. while dragging hose ee felt sharp pain in lower back. cause of injury was awareness. compliance with rules/regs,ppe,mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3087,"employee was assisting in repair of trunnion, while repositioning he leaned his hand on trunnion cover. the cover was off to the side leaning against base. ee got his left pinky mashed between the cover & base when the cover slipped & fell. injury required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3088,"mechanic was installing belly pan on a d-10 dozer. while installing a bolt using an impact wrench, resistance was felt before bolt was seated so the bolt was backed out. when mechanic lowered wrench the bolt dropped down and hit ee's lip causing a split on the inside. one stitch was required as a result of the incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3089,employee was going to check on a plugged auger on the mill. while walking by the auger the bolts on the motor mount broke and struck his right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3090,using jackhammer on refractory in vertical kiln.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3091,"employee stated that he was going to the loader when he stepped onto uneven ground. as he was climbing onto the loader, he felt a pop in his right knee. his knee started hurting and swelling later. continued to work but went to er to get it checked later that evening. missed the next work shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3092,maintenance person was using a chain hoist and struck his right elbow on a steel wall.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3093,three ee's splashed with drain cleaner.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3094,ee tried to catch a belt structure that was being tossed under the beltline during a belt set-up and the fingers of his left hand were mashed between the structure and the mine floor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3095,when operating a acetylene torch a piece of hot slag blew in his left ear.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -3096,"ee ""allegedly"" stated that while drilling the first of two holes for a 5 foot rib strap, he experienced pain in his lower back. he continued working the remainder of the shift and worked thru 9/10/10 with first day missed 9/11/10 and first doctor visit was 9/11/10.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3097,employee was cutting wire tie off of suction cup on new bag placer and cut his left index finger. required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3098,"during installation of 4"" pipe, a worker was injured when pipe slipped off the basket and pinched the 3rd finger on left hand resulting in finger having to be medically amputated. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3099,"operators trying to unplug overs pipe that leads to turbo mill. when screen moved, it caught ee's right pinky finger between screen outlet and discharge pipe. finger tip fracture and stitches required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3100,"employee failed to lock out, tag out, test out a belt-driven piece of equipment and used right hand to get the energized belt to move. belt engaged and right hand fingertip was cut off by pulley/belt assembly. fingertip was amputated.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -3101,"ee was on top of the dissolvers using a supersucker hose, when he stood up, he felt pain in lower back. had sugery in june on lower back andhas a history of lower back pain since 1994. he repo rted off on 8-17-01. recurrence. degree 7.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3102,while the employee was doing regular duties ee's bicep tendon detached from forearm. this injury is the result of a degenerative condition found in mostly men from mid-thirties and older. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3103,"ee was talking to loader operator, discussing how cool the air was coming out of the vent - sticking his rt hand in the vent hole - 1st 2 fingers came in contact with fan blade causing lacerat ion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3104,employee was installing a belt chair at 8-54 belt while pulling the belt chair they felt pop in left shoulder. employee starting missing work 09/05/2018.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3105,miner alleges he was putting a bearing in a 94l and tapped the bearing with a hammer which hit his left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3106,"employee was priming blastholes to be loaded that day. while getting ready to prime one hole he noticed a rock on the edge of the hole. he kneeled down to move the rock before he primed the hole, and when he stood up he twisted his knee. employee was taken to the emergency room where he was told to take 3 days off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3107,person was assisting with retrieving a water pump from a well. pump wire unravelled from tooling catching person's hand between wire and well casing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3108,"ee was attempting to open cold condensate valve at #1 power boiler to add condensate to steam drum when valve broke loose; his small finger on left hand got smashed between valve wrench and a pipe, causing a fracture & laceration to his finger. required surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3109,ie was reaching for a steel door that was caught and it sprung open hitting ie's thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3110,"ee was replacing the back, right feeder bolt on the syntron feeder. a come-along was being used: one hook attached to a clevis on the feeder, the other hook attached to the feeder roof hanger bolt. ee was hand-tightening the feeder bolt while another ee was lifting with the come-along. the feeder roof hanger bolt broke causing the spring cluster to fall. his hand was caught in it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3111,"getting into track hoe, slipped on step getting into machine.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3112,the employee stated was picking up a plank and felt a pop in their shoulder. the incident was not reported to mine management until 5/6/2022. this incident is being report as a lta.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3113,"employee was lying on his stomach checking the oil on a 8x20 shaker and when completed he went to sit up and felt a ""charlie horse"" in his low back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3114,"employee was palletizing and as ee removed a stone from the pile to place on the pallet, another stone slid down and caught the employees right hand ring finger, crushing it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3115,"releasing chain binder on grit belt - hit in chin by handle, required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3116,"moving 55 gal barrel, felt burn in lower back into left leg. injury occurred on 1/11/11, sought medical treatment on 1/27/11. doctor has him off work till further notice.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3117,employee was spraying stopping with fosrock when hose blowed off end of sprayer striking employee in the face resulting in material going into both eyes. medical reportable only employee was released (material flushed from eyes and drops put into eyes),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3118,ee was servicing the scoop. he was picking up an acetylene bottle when it slipped and smashed his finger. he received stitches in his left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3119,ee was removing the feed chute liner from a primary mill 7 feed chute when the d-ring broke off of the liner-he was struck by the clevis attached to the d-ring resulting in facial trauma/fracture. lost time started on 1/14/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3120,"while installing belt hangers he caught his left thumb between the bottom of the ""t"" bar on the atrs system and the top of the drill pot. he was pushing a roof bolt into a drilled hole using a 12"" roof bolt wrench when the incident occurred",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3121,ee was removing a bolt from the right rear final drive when he pinned his left hand between the air wrench and the frame of the truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3122,"grinding on a pipe, somethine flew up and went under safety glasses into right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3123,i.e. was dropping the pod after installing a roof bolt when the roof bolt wrench came out of the pod. as the i.e. tried to catch the wrench it came in contact with right ring finger in between the wrench and canopy post. employee has not missed any work from injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3124,ee was opening container 2/ utility knife--knife slipped & cut leg. 3 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3125,was catching stone & felt a pull in his shoulder(rt) was sent to aurora,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3126,employee was assisting belt replacement. belt pulled in opposite direction causing pain to right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3127,employee using band saw and allowed right ring finger to get too close to blade...resulted in (4) stitches...returned to work with no restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3128,"dismounting an 11r22.5 tire for repair. while breaking the bead-swung bead axe between rim and tire. bead axe made contact with the rim causing a metal chip, which flew into left eye between the rim of safety glasses and cheek.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3129,"when tearing out refractory a spring on the rivet buster broke. employee after being told not to use lower exit climbed down the ladder, knocked off the rivet buster from the deck hitting himself on the upper shoulder and back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3130,was lifting assyaline bottle and it slipped and landed on big toe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3131,employee was adding oil to a pump when some hydrated lime fell from above an got into his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3132,"while in the process of removing material from ejector blade, sharp edge of material caused a laceration to employee's right index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3133,"two ee's were installing a beltline drive and take-up units. they were trying to line up the 2 flanges of the drive and take-up. after prying units together, injured ee tried to install bolt. the bolt would not fit. he said to stop prying so he could check the alignment. he then checked to alignment with his finger. the other ee never heard stop order, continued prying. 8 stitches",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3134,was hammering studs in scoop tire and shoulder poped with sharp pain. persons filed comp on 10/27. started missing work on 10/28/08,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -3135,"the employee was helping remove a hydraulic tank from the mounting plate of our drill, the tank slipped out of his hand and landed on his finger tip and got pinched between the plate and tank. the employee received 4 stitches on the tip of his finger. he was released the same day to go back to work. limitations are as follows ""must accommodate finger splint dressing""",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3136,ee was stepping from the top of a rail car to a step to get off the rail car. he put pressure on his foot that was on the step and felt a pain in the arch of his foot. ee said he did not turn his ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3137,while turning a valve the miner got dirt in his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3138,"removing drive roller from belt drive, roller fell striking a bed rail that put it in flight which struck employee in jaw cutting face skin and fractured jaw. ppe was not factor, compliance rules/regs was not a factor, mining equipment/system was not a factor, miner knowledge was a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3139,employee was working the super bag machine when he experienced pain on the lower right side of his abdomen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3140,ee and other were cleaning up plant area putting. used screen on back of flat bed truck. ee smashed his finger between screen and roller on truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3141,employee twisted his back while helping load a shot at the quarry. the impairment is unknown.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3142,amputation of end of r little finger to first joint; caught by guard on equipment when attempting to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3143,employee was picking large stones up off a pallet and placing them on a table saw to cut. the employee felt a pain in his back. diagnosis: back strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3144,the ee was unloading empty grease barrels from the bed of a boom truck the barrell cover caught on the ee s coverall and he lost his footing and fell to the ground.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -3145,#5 mine accident: employee pulled his shoulder lifting an outside light fixture employee did not start losing time until 7/21/2011 due to surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3146,ee was using fast vac to do cleanup between north & south vibrating pans. as he was coming out of the tunnel one of the valves on the southset of pans spewed out hot clinker. the clinker went behind his safety glasses and into his eyes. dr. prescribed medication thus making this a reportable injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3147,"ee was cutting a step from an old platform. he was holding the step with his left hand. when the step came free, it fell and caught his hand on another step. the ee did not seek medical attent ion until 3/8/01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3148,"cleaning k2 tower 3rd floor, northwest corner, top door. cleaning with 4' water lance shot into and hot dust puffed back hitting employee's right side of jacket. heated jacket and caused burn to arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -3149,mechanic was installing an engine oil cooler on a d9-t dozer when the cooler became dislodged falling and striking the mechanic in the face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3150,"while shoveling silt under the conveyor belt, he turned his body and felt a pop in his ribs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3151,was hooking drain line and finger got pinched between pipe and handrail,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3152,employee was working on cover over dodge coupling when a piece of metal struck his rt. hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3153,swinging a sledgehammer and he pulled a muscle in his back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -3154,"the operator was holding onto drill steel while lining it up with the chuck. when the chuck came into contact with the steel, the steel kicked back striking the operators left hand between the thumb and index finger. resulting in several broken bones.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3155,a fully trained miner was picking up a block when the miner felt a pain in lower back. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3156,employee was shoveling waste material when he felt a sharp pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3157,lifting a rock off the breaker and when he set it down his back went numb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3158,employee was using a sledge hammer to loosen rock and felt strain in his lower back. employee went to clinic and was placed on modified duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -3159,employee inadvertently cut his leg while trimming a buckle off of a splice. injury required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3160,employee was removing a steel door from a pump box pinning the right little finger between the door and hopper.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3161,"employee was putting up first row of bolts in 2 left when in by bib rolled off hitting him in back. rib was 8 ft long by 31"" wide by 11"" thick.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3162,"while pulling the pin out of a motor to disconnect a draw bar, the draw bar was hung up, so the motor moved a little, the draw pin moved forwardand pinched the ee's right middle against the fr ame of the motor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3163,pulled a muscle in his lower back while lifting a rock. employee did not start missing work until 10-1-01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3164,employee's hand slipped off while closing handle on an equipment container. it crushed his right middle finger between the handle and the container. employee went to the doctor the next dayand was diagnosed with laceration and fracture of right middle finger. he returned to work that day on light duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3165,"while mounting a railcar, employee felt a pop in his left shoulder. employee was given full duty release from local doctor on 5/14, but went back to the doctor on 5/17. the doctor on 5/17 put the employee off work, for further treatment, until june.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3166,lifting the cap of the hp 500 pinched his right little finger between the cap and the crusher.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3167,ee was using portapower when his thumb was pinch.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3168,an employee was working on a haul truck when dirt and rust debris fell making contact with their face. some of the debris went between the safety glasses and face getting into the employees eye. the employee was transported to the hospital where a pysician was able to remove the material and an antibiotic was prescribed for the eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3169,"employee was shoveling takeup out on #5 when he hit his elbow on metal brace, elbow swelled up some, doctor gave medical. did not miss any work until 10-10-01. came back to work on 10-12-01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3170,working with sledge hammer. index finger on left hand got caught/smashed between hand rail of manlift and sledge handle while swinging hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3171,"employee reported he was drilling a hole near the end of a pump shaft for a cotter key with a hand held drill, when the 9/64 inch drill bit broke. employee received a puncture wound at the base of the middle finger on his right hand. employee received sutures and restriction for use of right hand, when he was taken to the doctor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3172,employee was busting some rock up on the longwall face area when a piece of rock came up and hit the end of his left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3173,finger was caught between canopy jack and boom of pinner,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3174,"incident not reported until october 9, 2006. employee claims original injury occurred 06/02/06. he did not inform the company until 10/09/06. ee claimed, ""nothing out of the ordinary"" the he could remember to cause the injry. ee indicated he has injured this body part (lower back strain) before.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3175,"reporting as a part of part 50 audit. employee was removing the bolts to replace rear end, a piece of debris fell and hit his left eye. employee received medical treatment, foreign body was removed and employee received prescription medication for the left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3176,"while working on a pump, employee pulled on a wrench and popped something in his lower back. lost time injury effective 1/26/06.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3177,"e was lifting bundles of split bolt plates by hand transferring them from a loader bucket to a shipping container. while lifting bundles he felt a ""pop"" and pain in his right wrist. e had right wrist put in a splint and is on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3178,ee was using 8-lb sledgehammer to open & close valves & screen boxes in calcination area of plant when she suffered a strain to her rt shoulder. she was seen by the plant doctor who issued restrictions & referred her to an orthopedic dr. she was instructed by the orthopedic dr not to return to work pending results of exam. this resulted in ee losing time from work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -3179,"employee removed a pump from back of truck by reaching over side and lifting with one arm causing pain in shoulder. he reported incident to supervisor, but did not want medical attention. he went on regular days off, returned to normal shift on 4/25/05, and asked for medical attention due to pain in shoulder. he was taken to a medical facility, and was placed on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3180,employee was picking up a pallet when he felt a pain in the right lower elbow to the forearem.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3181,employee was shoveling near the crushing plant; he looked up and a rock fell from the screen deck and hit him in the face and nose.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3182,"while installing r.f. mounted tire on wheel, the tire rim shifted and caught employee's finger between wheel and assembled tire.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3183,"ies were in the process of inflating a tire to examine it to determine where a slow leak was emanating from. as the tire was being inflated, a lock ring became dislodged. this resulted in a rapid deflation of the tire. the second lock ring came loose as well and struck both employees.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3184,employee was working on a wash plant material chute. when he was finished he was climbing out and a piece of dirt fell into his right eye under his safety glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3185,"opening powder magazine and door slipped from hand and mashed fingers on his hand. cut tip of thumb almost off, doctors reattached.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3186,"employee delayed reporting the incident. injury causation determination made known on 4/5/21. ee was performing hot work at an obscure angle. a piece of hot material fell into employee's ear. 4 days post incident, the employee went to a clinic and was diagnosed with a perforated ear drum. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3187,blowing dust off self and blew the air right up the front of paper and got dust in eye,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3188,"employee unloading 50 lb pail of grease off back of truck. he ""twisted hip, i think i just pulled a muscle"". reported incident at 4:45 pm to asheville office. he refused to go to urgent care twice- insisting on seeing his chiropractor- went to urgent care on 6/27/06 on light duty for 5 working days to be reevalulated on 7/7/06 for low back spasm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3189,"an employee was installing a compressor for a 25x shield hauler. he had the compressor in place an was preparing to mount it to the machine, when it rolled on it side and smashed his finger against the frame of the engine. resulting in a laceration to the right index finger on the pad. taken to medical clinic where they glued the laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3190,employee was closing doors in intake travelway when his hand became caught between doors.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -3191,employee is a color mix operator and has to dump 50 pound bags of pigment. he noticed that later on that night at home that his neck was hurting. he has had cervical strain in the past.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3192,ee was putting block in scoop bucket when he smashed right index finger between block and scoop bucket.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3193,worker was lifting a piece of stone he felt a pull in his left groin area resulting in a groin strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3194,"chute was welded on. he was closing pellet mill door. chute fell off, striking him on rt. leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3195,"while working at the kiln, lime dust blew into employee's right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3196,"rock fell on his hand after going through the chopper, blew out the fingernail on his left hand (ring finger).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3197,pulled left calf muscle when climbing up onto trackhoe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3198,"employee was working on roof bolter when his eye started to burn. he was wearing safety glasses and gloves. as a bolter helper, he puts resin on the bolter and the resin may have been on his g love and then he may have touched his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3199,"employee was working in a tight spot, working overhead, laying on his back when his impact gun slipped and fell, twisting his arm back in wrong direction.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3200,employee cut top left index finger with utility knife while cutting a rubber hose. employee received stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3201,"unwitnessed, the employee reported was on knees and went to pull down curtain, felt pain in the left knee. the operator investigated and determined there was no mechanism of injury for the reported condition. this report is submitted to abate citation 9246538 issued on 12/28/2020. this is a degree 10 incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3202,while using a utility knife cutting a 2 inch plug out of a piece of rubber mat the employee's right hand slipped cutting his left index finger which required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3203,ee was using a torch to cut metal & he burned his right hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -3204,"ee was observing the drive belts in the cone crusher to see it they were slipping, the belt broke hitting him in the face and hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3205,ee developed a hernia to the diaphragm and does not know how or when it happened. treating dr. states that is was work related.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3206,"ie was installing dump door on belly dump coal hauler. ie was aligning and trying to install the inside pin, when the door moved and the cylinder hit the ie in the upper right arm resulting in a fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3207,was helping to move a belt for section advancement. while handling roller he felt a pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3208,"while pinning a bolt, the pin plate caught glove and pulled it off, bruising his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3209,"ee was installing a steel cable with another at crane #2. while performing the task the other ee pulled the cable, pinching his right right finger between cable & a crane's pulley.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3210,employee was cutting belt to make a splice. knife slipped and cut employee's right upper leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3211,"while ascending ladder on railcar, the safety harness/lanyard being worn swung around his left side and hit him in the mouth which broke off his capped tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3212,"ee was woring on 4-6 cob/con districutor deck lifting a 2"" water hose. while kneeling down to get the hose and lifting it he proceeded to stand up. as he stood he bumped into a pipe causing hi m to stop suddenly. still trying to pull the hose, he felt a slight pain in his groin.he was diagnosed with a hernia on 7-20-01. surgery is pending.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3213,ee was in process of swinging boom of bolter when the foot jack slipped off of a piece of rock causing the canopy to come down hitting ee on the top of his head,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3214,"when swinging boom off bolter to outside, the hanger hit slide curtain knocking it out of the hanger, hitting ee on the head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3215,injured claims to have been cloading cinder blocks in scoop bucket. when he experienced pain in lower back after lifting half of cinder block. accident was considered to be questionable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3216,"ee was hooking up cable between two dozers usingtrack hoe, cable broke and hit ee on the right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3217,employee was bolting top when the drill bit broke. he continued to put up pressure on the drill steel which broke and hit him above the right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3218,ee compalined of pain in groin does not remember a specific date or time. ee was diagnosed with a hernia on 7-1-02. ee had surgery on 7-5-02. has not returned since surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3219,was clearing chunks off of the top of the hopper with a shovel when product sloughed off and dust blew back into the employee's face and under safety glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3220,subject was cleaning filter plates on filter press when he pinched his pinky finger between the plate and filter railings.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3221,"employee was shoveling belt, he over extended and twisted his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3222,employee experienced pain in lower abdomen while loading a box of resin onto a roof bolter. employee went to doctor and was diagnosed with a hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3223,mechanic was leaning on a s ft pinch bar to line up cab support on a cat d9h dozer. the bar slipped and mechanic fell to ground landing on his right arm and shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -3224,employee was cutting pieces of plastic on the table saw when one of the cut pieces vibrated back into the blade. the plastic went in the air striking him in the chin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3225,"while hitting a broken bit with a chisel and hammer, a slither of metal broke off and entered his left forearm. ***he needed 2 stitches***",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3226,while closing door on trashbox ee smashed his finger between door and pipe flange.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3227,"employee was cutting elec.line; knife slipped, cut his left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3228,ee was installing metal flashing on side of prep plant when he lacerated his finger requiring sutures to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3229,"ee was tramming motor and rock duster to drif todust belts. he thought that he needed to open both sets of doors to let the dust out quicker. he had one set open, on the second set he had one door open and grabbed the other one when thedoor swung closed hitting him on the left arm & leg, cutting the back of his left elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3230,"while replacing a fan motor, ee had to move the unit. when doing so, his left index finger was caught between the fan blade and fan housing resulting in a laceration",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3231,"employee was changing brake shoes an a locomotive. the brake shoes slipped, pinching his little finger on left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3232,"removing radiator guard from d8l dozer. removing pins drove pin out guard moved crushed finger between guard & frame, hammer & punch.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3233,moving rock ground was froze frost broke machine flipped operator broke arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -3234,injured was loading bolt supplies. stood up to put bolts on the machine and felt sharp pain in right side of lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3235,"ee was using a shaft out of a 54"" bottom roller to pry rock out of roller on 702 belt table. shaft caught on belt, twisting shaft at employee's hand, cutting his left upper leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3236,"the worker went to a mill bin to get the cement to flow. he attached high pressure to the internal air pads and tapped on the bottom to loosen the material. while checking for flow at the discharge, the seal came out from under the holding seal band and blew cement on him knocking off his safety glasses and getting into his eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3237,ee was cutting hinge off right loader door. he was cleaning weld off with grinder when it kicked back and deeply cut left arm several inches above the wrist. he went to emergency room to have it cleaned and stitched up.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3238,"employee was shoveling by a conveyor belt that was overflowing. experienced pain in left knee. employee sought treatment on 11/30/15, resulting in work restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3239,"two employees were using the utility truck to hang vent bag in 696 n/e-850. one employee raised the basket up while holding vent bag in other hand. he heard injured call for help, turned and saw him pinned between the work basket railing &the back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3240,ee picked up an 18' piece of drill steel. as he turned to walk away he felt pain in groin area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3241,"ee was working in an area containing hydrate when his left leg began to sink in a soft spot, while trying to get his leg free, some hydrate got under his slicker suit resulting in a minor caustic burn to the calf area where his rubber boots stop. ee was transferred to another area due to the inability to wear rubber boots until the area is no longer tender. no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3242,"the accident happened on #1 kiln, the ee was helping other kiln helpers bust molten rock from the door of the cooler system. as he was positioning the jack hammer to the molten rock he twisted & apparently strained his lower back. he's on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3243,"ee was trying to move a curved section of drum roller track that was leaning against a cement dryer support so he could clean the area. while doing so he lost his grip on the track, allowing it to fall, striking the bridge of his (r)foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3244,"ee was installing an extra bolt between the rib and rib bolt. when he tightened the nut on the bolt a piece of draw rock fell glancing his head and left shoulder and striking him on the left a rm causing a laceration. emt bandaged the laceration and he was taken to the hospital where he received 14 stitches. the rock measured 18"" x 28"" x 1/2"" and fell approx 96"".",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3245,"while reinstalling #1 swing generator guard on dragline, employee pinched his right hand second finger. previously recorded as an first aid, after being placed on restricted duty, prescribed medication and follow up with physician it becomes a recordable injury on 02/14/2012.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3246,"employee was holding bit and jackhammer in handswhile changing the bit. as he was connecting thebit, he twisted and felt a sharp pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3247,employee was pulling the chain to open the front gate when he was swing his right arm up to get the slack out of the chain his right wrist hit the corner of the office hour sign. this caused a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3248,ee was removing a solenoid control on a mechanical rock bolter by using a folding knife to remove the screw/bolt that was the attachment for the solenoid. the knife's locking mechanism failed and the ee right pinky finger was caught by the folding blade. the blade caused a laceration to the meaty part of the finger which required sutures the following day 2/10/10.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3249,cleaning and shoveling bentonite from mill floor. muscles in back tightened causing pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3250,"at 9 am, employee was securing a drag bucket onto a lowboy trailer. as he was trying to get the chain binder to lock in, it sprung up striking him on his left cheek (facial area) causing minor swelling. he was taken to the hospital for pre-cautionary measures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3251,employee was barring lodged materials when the bar struck his hand and injured his right ring finger. he was evaluated by a physician and diagnosed with a fractured finger. sutures were administered and employee was released back to work with restrictions. employee could not return to light duty work as scheduled due to taking narcotic pain medications.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3252,employee was getting into roll away box to remove stone and hit his hip against a piece of metal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3253,"ee was using a grinder to remove bolts from the catwalk on the mast. he was wearing safety glasses. windy conditions. while cutting, a metal particle got in behind the glasses and into his rig ht eye. did not notice at that time. later on, felt eye getting irritated. fellow ee saw it in the corner of the eye. went to er where it was removed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3254,ind. was loading a dust car with bagged rock dust when he lift the bag of rock dust he felt a pop and then a burning in his abdominal area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3255,"employee was working on reject line on top of reject silo, struck right hand on reject line coupling.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3256,"while the employee was adjusting torch to cut into awning, ee felt an irritation to ee's left eye. employee went to truck where ee retrieved eye wash bottle and immediately rinsed left eye. employee then called supervisor to report the injury. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3257,"it was cleaning the mill leaves from down in means of conveyor of stone and mill, removing stones when the mill was ileno under one pledra i strike in the low part of the used head tapewarm to him the put helmet. habia relaized the lock out",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3258,"bent over to pick up 1 box of 12"" wall ties, weighs approx. 50 pounds.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3259,mechanic received a back injury while handling stretcher moving ill employee to ambulance.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3260,"tire broke off section scoop. helping remove tire from under scoop fender, pulled on tire, injured back area. taken to er for treatment, er doctor referred him to a specialist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3261,"contractor was notified of injury on 18 jan 2018. employee was grinding outside and welding on scalper tower floor entire shift on 17 jan, noticed eye irritation around 2pm. irritation persisted and employee visited hosp urgent care on 18 jan. employee sustained arc flash burn to right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -3262,"while spinning in a roof bolt, employee felt something get in right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3263,crew was attempting to tram the highwall miner while victim in fork loader observed the trailing cable. from the confines of the loader 25 feet away a piece of metal from the highwall miner track flew through the slightly opened side glass of the loader striking the employee and causing employee to lose vision in left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3264,employee alleges trying to close door on equipment and could not reach door handle from seated position in operators seat tried closing door through open window. the door came to close and smashed his arm between the door and metal bar part of equipment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3265,"while changing a bit on the dth drill a supplier was unscrewing the chuck and bit from the bottom of the hammer, the bit slipped and while trying to stabilize it the supplier's small finger moved in between the chuck and the top shoulder of the bit. the chuck came down on the smallest finger of the left hand causing a laceration under the glove.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -3266,"employee was busting a rock with a sledge hammer off the feeder, the rock busted in half and half of the rock smashed employee's right index between the rock and the hammer handle. the right index finger was fractured. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3267,employee was helping to load belt drive parts. as one part was loaded onto the scoop a piece of blocking came out and lacerated his thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3268,rock stuck in conveyor belt. employee locked out tagged out machine. employee then used pry bar to remove rock and pry bar slipped - cutting left thumb. employee sought treatment and received stitches and antibiotics.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3269,"employees were tying in a pipe on #4 dragline area attempting to get bolts in pipe. co-worker was using 1 5/8 wrench to tap the bolt in when injured employee placed a hand in the way causing wrench to contact left hand. ee transferred to medical, appt scheduled with ortho institute on 8/9/22. possible crush injury to left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3270,while gripping oil filter to spin loose he felt hand pop. then a few minutes after as he climbed up to clean mirrors it popped again.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3271,got hit in his nose with a jack handle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3272,employee was trimming a piece of conveyor belting with a utility knife. while cutting the belting employee contacted left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3273,employee dropped a stone on his foot while loading the texas machine (a small saw).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3274,"employee had left jackleg machine extended in the back and turned back to the machine to get more supplies when the machine fell contacting ee in the back of the hardhat. ee was seen by the site medic, referred to the er, staples were required to close laceration and evaluated with a concussion, restrictions were issued.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3275,ee was working to clear the jaw crusher of a large boulder that jammed the crusher and pulled a muscle in his lower abdomen. ee did not realize the extent of his injury at the time and did not report it to his supervisor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3276,technician opened the container to investigate whether or not the ozone process was active (i.e bubbling) on the sample being tested. his proximity to the container was close enough for him to breathe in some of the ozone gas. accident just determined work related 11/23/09 by workers comp.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3277,employee was removing a broken bag of cement from a conveyor when they felt a pull/strain in back. this only became reportable on sept 15 when physical therapy was ordered. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3278,"employee lowering landing gear on portable welder trailer. trailer hooked up to forklift. putting stabilizer leg of trailer in place, aprox 15 lbs. pulled pin with dominant left hand, held leg with right hand. leg slipped out of hand, reached for it awkwardly, hyperextended elbow. received first aid. injury reportable on 2-11-19 when employee received work restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3279,maintenance mechanic cut his knuckle while removing a seal on a pump shaft. the cut required three sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3280,"employee was pulling a belt on a new conveyer when the rigging failed. the employee was struck in the leg with a piece of flat stock at the end of 1/4"" cable pulling the belt.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3281,helping change hydraulic tilt cyl. pin. as he was looking at the arm the pin came out and the back plate hit employee on the left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3282,"when knocking the wedge tooth off with a hammer, the corner the tooth broke off shooting through employee's overalls into ee's abdomen skin. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3283,ee was in the process of gathering misc. steel for other crews. he was squatted down and as he slid the piece to the side he felt a pop in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3284,twisted back while putting stone into basket.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3285,"while attempting to bundle several sections of pipe together so they could be secured to the rib with chain, the employee felt a ""pop"" in his right forearm followed by some discomfort to his forearm and lower triceps area. went to medic, then to doctor. restrictions were issued in which we can accommodate.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3286,employees right hand incurred a minor laceration requiring sutures while performing an adjustment to a conveyor belt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3287,"employee went to hit a center punch with a hammer, he missed the center punch and hit his left middle finger with the hammer. employee was seen by the dr at the clinic. xray showed small chip on tip of finger, dr cauterized nail, tetanus was given & antibiotic shot. employee was given a full release to return to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3288,"prying on dozer track with slate bar, bar slipped & he fell back on his right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -3289,employee was using hand grinder and a piece of debris got in his right eye,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3290,ee was walking down the stairs and ee's left boot got stuck on the rung. the boot slipped off ee's foot. ee put ee's boot back into the boot. the large toe nail hooked the safety toe edge. the toe nail pulled up and away from the skin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3291,ee was loading a waterline onto the scoop and it hit him in the nose and face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3292,pulling & tugging to remove 94 lb. filled cement bag jammed on conveyor belt. initially filed as first aid; did not request medical treatment until 10/07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3293,"while pushing and pulling on a dumpster, the employee aggravated a pre existing medical back issue.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3294,another employees was using a backhoe to put a liner in a crusher bowl at the plant. the backhoe shifted and the outrigger landed on employee's foot. his right foot suffered a contusion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3295,employee was struck in the arm by falling debris while working on a tire elevator. the employee was examined at the local emergency department. no fractures were noted by the attending physician. the employee was released to restricted duty and advised to follow-up with primary care physician. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3296,pinched his finger between steel tongue & concrete block. his finger required 5 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3297,"bent over to pick up wire, sprained back. was given 5 days off to heal, managers decision.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3298,ee was installing a transmission into a 4 man ride when he felt a pain in his shoulder. the ee's first day away from work was 09-20-02. he will be undergoing physical therapy for a partial tea r to his rotator cuff.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3299,employee tried to use a shovel to free a stuck return roller. the shovel stuck in the roller and the handle struck the employee's right thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3300,"employee was shoveling spilled material off of the cement pad at the p-13 conveyor belt. in the process of shoveling, his left knee began to hurt. he sought medical attention on 12/18/15. diagnosis: leg sprain",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3301,"leach pad operator was changing a flat tire on a pick up, and pinched hand between fender and tire causing contusion on hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3302,a powder man was cutting a rubber hose with a safety utility knife. as ee cut through the hose the blade contacted ee's left palm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3303,"hit pulling dog with hammer to set dog in place, to put granite block from floor. small piece of metal struck in nose and would not come out. piece of metal was approx. 1/8"" long.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3304,employee was positioning trail cable when it moved and mashed his right middle finger against a trail cable crossing block. the employee suffered a laceration requiring 4 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3305,employee was using a pry bar to remove blockage from a feeder. the bar slipped and struck him on his left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3306,"ee was putting dirty filter sectors from a pallet into the sector washer. when doing this, the operator felt a sharp pain in her back. ee was brought to the hospital for an evaluation and at which time she was taken off of work for one shift. she returned to full duty 1-12-15",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3307,"employee stated was changing screens at the 8x24 location in the plant and felt something in the back as ee was maneuvering the screens into position. * please note this injury was not reported until july 7, 2017.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3308,"while setting up the wet hole trailer, i lifted a crib block & threw it under the trailer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -3309,"ee was repairing machine, cut string, knife slipped, cut hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3310,ee was changing wear plate in tunnel. rock fell from above hit ee in left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3311,ee was moving a boom truck to another location when he hit a brow with the boom of the truck. ee was thrown into the wheel chock holder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -3312,a grease line flipped up and hit injured in the mouth resulting in a small chip in his right top tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3313,"worker attempting to change bit on drill. swinging sladgehammer in order to facilitate the change. on the 6th swing, worker felt a pain in his right biceps. later confirmed by mri as a torn biceps tendon.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -3314,during the installation of bucket link on a cat 992d loader a bottle jack was being used to assist with alignment of the bucket link and the connection point. the jack slipped and struck the employee just above the knee. the impact created a laceration requiring sutures to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3315,shoveling on belt line and felt pain in right elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3316,employee was changing blow bars in crusher. after changing one bar they manually rotated the rotor. during the manual rotation a foot slipped into contact with the rotor. the weight of the new blow bar bent foot backwards causing bruising and some swelling. dr. recommended to keep weight off of the foot for one day then return to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -3317,"employee was trying to loosen and remove a tight nut. he was hitting on the handle of the box-end wrench with a small sledge hammer in an attempt to free the tight nut. the hammer deflected off the wrench, and the employee's finger was caught between the wrench and the hammer handle. employee's right index finger was cracked as a result of the blow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3318,employee was stacking 50 lb. bags when they felt a pop in their shoulder and felt pain. employee strained a muscle and tendon in left bicep. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3319,employee was testing the operation of a crank on a winch. while testing the handle came out and struck the employee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3320,replaicng belts on conveyor drive motor when finger got caught between belts & pulley.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3321,spad ee bar slipped out of rail car door latcdh causing ee to fall backwards landing with his full body weight on his lower right leg. coking coal briquettes that had spilled out of the car ma de footing less then desirate.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -3322,miner was chipping rock with his hammer. a piece flew behind his safety glasses striking him in his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3323,employee was positioning a jack under the left front suspension on the haul truck when he pulled down and back on the jack to roll it under the truck. he felt a pain in his lower right side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3324,"2/17/2015 ee was working with another miner carrying an auger up to the top of a product silo under maint./repair. ee completed his shift on 2/17/15, but on 2/18/15 notified his supervisor of lower back pain. ee was seen by a phys. and was treated for a strained back; placed on lifting/bending restrictions until cleared to return to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3325,"upon the completion of cleaning with a wire wheel attachment, ee had discomfort in his right eye. he was sent to the doctor and a foreign body was removed. ee was given prescription eye drops.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3326,"bent over to pick up gloves, hit left elbow on a roof bolt plate causing a laceration that required 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3327,"employee stated that he was pulling up a 16' metal roof strap, lengthwise, and he was trying to hold the strap with his right hand and trying to get the resin glue into the drill hole with his left hand when he pulled something in his neck or left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3328,the employee grabbed a tool and turned and allegedly states he experienced pain in his lower back. he was evaluated by a physician on 12-18-10 and placed on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3329,"employee was shoveling mud on 219bc (cleanup around crushing area), sharp pain under left ribcage.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3330,ee was bolting the top and the bolt slipped off the head and hit his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3331,employee was digging in a trench. loose piece of dirt became dislodged and struck employee knocking ee against trench wall. impact caused injury to torso causing bruising and possible hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -3332,"as employee was removing liners from the bobcat and pushing them under the conveyor that was locked out, his finger was caught between the liner and frame resulting in a fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3333,ruby hill requests that this injury not be charged as a mine related accident because employee was in non-compliance with drug policy. the employee received a grease injection at the top of his left index finger between the second and third knuckle. he received medical treatment on 9/1/08. he admitted use before and after the incident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3334,"while removing a wear ring from a pump, the ring fell and pinched the little finger of the left hand between the ring and the shaft,",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3335,ee was working on ledge & twisted his right leg & his knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3336,"hitting a piece of cold roll with sledge hammer, he missed the cold roll, hitting another piece of metal which caused the sledge hammer to ""twist"", which twisted the right wrist, causing injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3337,"employee was feeding the chopper with his hands on each side of the rock, while pushing the rock. the man running the lever was unaware that he did not get his finger out of the way and proceeded to push the lever down. he had to have 8 stitches in his finger on his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3338,"employee while grinding lost body position with grinder and lacerated left pointer finger, left and right thigh, and sprained right knee",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3339,employee was turning down a shaft on a lathe when a piece of metal flew into his right eye. he went to the clinic the next day and was prescribed antibiotics.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3340,ee was changing out a troughing roller at the tail of the f01-003 belt. the new roller was slid in place and while trying to lift the roller up it fell back over catching ee's left hand. we think maybe ee then pulled hand out and this cut ee's hand around the thumb. ee was wearing cut 2 rated gloves. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3341,"while lifting lunchbox up onto loader catwalk, employee felt a pop in left knee. the injury did not become reportable until 6-3-21 when the investigation and mri showed that the injury was work related.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3342,injured was installing rib bolt when piece of rock fell hitting him on back and neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3343,"employee was cutting a 1/4"" plate with a torch when a piece of slag entered his right nostril. employee notified supervisor 9 days after the incident as his nostril remained swollen. medical treatment was sought and an anitibiotic prescription was given.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -3344,ee was building concrete forms when he hit his right little finger with a hammer causing a fracture. he was prescribed oral antibiotics which makes this incident recordable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3345,"employee and fellow worker were removing radiator from loader when the radiator dropped slightly, mashing the tip of employee's finger between the radiator mount and loader frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3346,"ee was air-arc gouging on frame damage to a scraper. the area was very small and at or above head level causing his head to be surrounded by billowing air, fumes dust and grit. ee felt that he had gotten metal in his eyelashes and then in to his left eye. the first real discomfort he felt was on saturday, 5/2/09.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3347,injured employee walked up behind a man using a pry bar. the employee with the pry bar turned the bar and when he did he spun it around and hit the injured employee in the mouth. required 5 sutures to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3348,employee received sutures to left pinky after it was pinched stabilizing a sump pump.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3349,"employee was uncoupling rail cars at the packhouse. while uncouping a rail car, the handle was stuck and when he pulled up on the handle, he felt some pain in his left bicep. the original diagnosis on the evening of the 22nd was a strained bicep. a subsequent diagnosis has determined that he has a deteched tendon in his bicep and will require surgury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3350,"ee was stripping and off quarry benegy with excavator when mud flew into cab, hitting him directly into ee s eye as he attempted to empty excavator bucket.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3351,"while using sledge hammer to strike feeder drive chain, employee missed his target, striking finger on his left hand between feeder frame and hammer handle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3352,"while changing bucket on an excavator, ee was pulling pins and pin slipped and ee tried to catch it and got a finger caught between pin and the bucket.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3353,personnel was loading scrape metal onto a flatbed trailer his glove caught a piece of slag and caused the metal to pinch his finger between the metal and the wooden side boards of the trailer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3354,"rock duster off track and using air bags to lift blockings. dusted, then tried to straighten tracks. duster slid about 6 inches, catching right leg between ankle and knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -3355,"ee while lifting strap to attach material to forklift, she felt a sharp pain and knot in back. she states that it took her breath away. mid back pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3356,"employee was bradding a splice in #6 belt. hammer glanced off of top roller in belt structure, causing hammer to hit finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3357,after the master pad bolts and pad were removed the track was still connected. lead tech went to get a pry bar when other ee put left hand on track and kicked the master link to free track. ee had finger between track pads and was pinched upon release,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3358,employee and co-workers were attempting to raise the belt drive spill-board into place. the piece of heavy metal was too heavy to hold and started to slip from the worker's grasp. the injured worker had his hand caught between the spill-board and the belt rope causing a laceration and a fracture to the finger tip of his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3359,while moving and loading metal onto pallets he strained lower back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3360,"employee was checking vertimill cyclone apexes in underflow tub and got stuck in mud, strained right leg and knee while attempting to free himself.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3361,"6-north injured was roof bolting off of miner-he was repositiong a metal roof channel, it fell and struck him above the right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3362,employee was filling bulk bags of mine safety dust (ground limestone powder). after filling bag employee removed filling spout and dust splashed into his face. employee washed out eyes but was unable to remove contact from 1 eye and needed medical attention to remove.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3363,lifted a small heater (about 40 lbs) didn't realize diesel tank was full. developed lump in stomach area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3364,ee was cleaning a scale basket in area 325. he was not wearing goggles and caustic scale flew up into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3365,employee was attempting to remove gravity take-up counterweight. he set the counterweight on the ground with a boom truck. as he was removing the cable the load shifted. when the load shifted it pinned him against the conveyor frame leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3366,injured worker's co-worker let loose of the chain & it wrapped around the drill pipe. the injured worker was not expecting this action & was standing closer to the drill pipe than authorized. the injured ee was to return to work not later than 7/24/05. he abandoned his job on 7/21/05 & we consider him to have returned to work & quit.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3367,ee was making a cable splice and struck left hand with a hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3368,ee states he strained his low back while loading monorail. he has been prescribed physical therapy & placed on light duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3369,"the iw was removing tile from a wall during a locker room remodel. the piece of tile slid from his hand and fingers down his arm lacerating his arm, requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -3370,employee was using a hand held grinder when a piece of debris got under his face shield and safety glasses and became embedded in his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3371,ee left hand was struck by a small rock while he was using a rock hammer. stitches used on laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3372,"4i longwall, hanging mesh, using ratchet (rope) to pull up mesh. the rope twisted and when he let go of the handle. the handle spun around and struck him in glasses causing cut blow eye. sutures applied to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3373,ee was cleaning out shotcreter when ee lifted the grate up and slammed it back down to knock off shotcrete. ee's finger got caught between the grate and grate support bracket as it came down.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3374,"injury occurred while changing bags on hivac trailer. subject and one other employee were pulling out filter cages from the hivac trailer, when subject pulled a cage out and felt a pain in his back. received medical treatment on 11/17 - rx drugs and restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3375,employee was roof bolting when he cut his hand on a monster mat.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3376,"a roof bolter operator was installing a cable bolt and while he was using a one foot wrench to spin the cable bolt he looked away at his control levers. meanwhile, the one foot wrench jumbed off of the cable bolt while he was spinning it and raising it to the roof. the cable bolt was in a bind and the recoil caused the bolt to hit the operator in the right forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3377,a rock fell from between the straps & stuck in the mud. employee attempted to move the rock. when he put his hands on top of it another piece fell striking his little finger on his rt hand and caused fracture lost work day began 8/4/06.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3378,"getting speed reducer out of truck, reducer fell on his right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3379,a fully trained miner was cutting a winch rope when ee slipped and cut ee's finger. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3380,"ee was almost finished with the pre-shift inspection of crushing plant, when he noticed a rock lodged in grizzly bars, he tried removing rock by hand & it fell on his foot & broke his toe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3381,"maintenance employee tweaked their back. employee was standing on the cat walk in front of t/c blunger feeder assisting contract worker to remove cross auger guard. after leaning over to hand a portable battery powered impact wrench to contract worker, employee felt a pain in the lower back. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3382,"chemical burn on right forearm. interior of protective clothing was inadvertantly contaminated by chemicals which had been exposed to rubber gloves. ee placed protective clothing onto self whi le wearing contaminated gloves. while placing the clothing on, the interior of clothing was contaminated by the gloves thus transferring the chemical to forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3383,"employee broke bolt loose and it snapped, hitting him in the eye under safety glasses.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3384,"employee was checking the depth of a cut with a measuring rod. when he put the rod into the cut and it slid through his hands to measure, he cut it on the clamp that was attached to the rod.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3385,ee was working in repair shop in the general serv bldg when he caught his foot on a pump barrel that was on the floor. he con't to work untilhis leg became swollen & he went to the dr on 3/23 & was diagnosed with cellulitis & knee stran,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3386,"ee was installing battery in haul truck when ee reached down to pick battery up ee stated they strained back. did not go to doctor & no lost work days. decided to go to doctor in april no loss days. went back may 6 doctor put ee on a modified duty but with restrictions, we had no job so ee is now out of work til next dr. appt on may 16.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3387,"wash plant operator was installing rubber hose on pipe fitting. while cutting hose with utility knife, knife slipped through rubber and cut his left hand between thumb and first finger. he was sent to concentra and received stitches. he returned to work next shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3388,was cleaning walkway on dry screen and got dust or something in left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3389,"ee was working putting in a differential, after lifting the differential and lining it up, the nut wielded to the differential to stabilize the clevis assembly broke free causing the differential to fall hitting the corner of the pallet below it in return causing it to roll striking ee above the rt knee. x-rays show no broken bones or limbs. release the next day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -3390,"the employee was in the process of raising a dredge pipeline with a chain come-a-long attached to a metal a-frame. as the ee was exerting downward pressure, the chain slipped on the come-a-long causing the ee to strain his shoulder. the ee was wearing a life preserver during the time of the accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3391,near miss. crane being operated by another contractor tipped due to soft ground under 1 outrigger. load and boom just missed 3 of our employees.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Accident type, without injuries" -3392,"employee was emptying drums of material onto conveyor for processing. the contents had hardened and had to be removed by hand. while removing drum from platform, the employee's hand was pinned between the drum and doorway, breaking his left pinky finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3393,"while cleaning chute, he got the end of finger between chute and bar.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3394,track haulage - 5 south inby 3 left. ee was operating trolley vehicle (jeep) on track haulage. trolley pole came off of the trolley wire. ee stood up to reach for the pole and his head struck against an overcast.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3395,"ee performed general clean up duties in the pulverizer until 1:00 pm. at this time the chain on the drive sprocket on the #3 conveyor head pulley jumped out of the sprocket teeth, causing the conveyor, & subsequently the entire secondary plant, to stop operating. to repair, it was decided to remove a chain link with sledgehammer. ee was wearing gloves.the chain under tension hit ee",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3396,"as ee was entering the cage at #2 shaft on the 800 level, the cage began to move upward. ee pulled the door latch to close the doors. latch was difficult to raise in the position he was in. ee strained to move latch that result in low back pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3397,"ee was installing the first row of bolts in #3 heading. after he installed his first bolt he swung his head over & started drilling his next hole. his drill stopped up (suction) he lowered the head and took drill steel out when a piece of rock 1"" thick x 2' x 2' fell and struck him on right forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3398,ee was holding the cable up for the liner handler operator to position the hook to lift the liner. he put his rt hand on the boom to support himself unaware of the pinch point. his hand was ca ught in between the boom sections as the boom was being positioned.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -3399,ee was lifting grating from ground level into container boxes. ee sprained lower back on r side. did result in lost time injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3400,"while climbing ladder, ladder shifted, pinching employees finger between ladder and metal beam.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3401,bag jammed in clamper; employee jammed arm whiletrying to get bag out.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3402,"while shoveling wet spillage along 400# conveyorbelt, the ee experienced back pain",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3403,"ee was servicing scoop batteries when the battery cover fell, striking his rt. index finger resulting in a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3404,while priming pump #9 ee hit the opening of pump #9 housing w/ his rt. hand while holding a 5 gal. bucket of water w/ his rt. hand - pump housing has a sharp edge.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3405,ee had placed a clamp on a piece of sheet metal to pull it fro the rack in teh shop. as he was positioning the clamp anothe rpiece of metals lipped down in the rack and caught the iddle fing er of his left hand lacerating it. this laceration required 6 sutures to close it. ee missed no work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3406,"employee was using a crane on a service truck, trying to remove rocks stuck in a grizzly screen, and injured middle finger on the left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -3407,"the employee was cutting tape off a set of drill steels, when the utility knife slipped, striking him in the left hand requiring 3 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3408,"cable was hanging from the top, something caused the cable to come lose. the cable struck the injured employee by hitting him in the chest and putting him on his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3409,injured 6/20/17 pulling cable by hand & cable was entangled & jerked employee. ee did not receive treatment until 11/24/17. ee did not miss any work until 11/27/17 & became reportable 11/24/17. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3410,"employee was helping an electrician adjust a limit switch under a stretch wrap table. while turning the table by hand, his finger was caught between the table edge and the table roller. his right ring finger was cut and broken. he began missing time on 11-07-07.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3411,"while attempting to retreive welding cables, ground clamp caught on manlift. when it broke free it swung over rail and struck employee on upper lip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3412,ee was shoveling coal onto the tailpiece when he felt pain in his lower back. ee continued to work the rest of the shift and consulted a dr after he got off work. he was x rayed and determined to have a muscle strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3413,"sat down in chair and the chair went backwards and employee hit her head on a shelf and said her head, neck, back, and right side of her body hurt",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3414,employee was storing tools in preparation for days off. while lifting the deflector he noticed some abdominal pain. doctor diagnosed a torn abdominal muscle and light duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3415,"injured party was trying to pull start a gasoline pump. after the second time he pulled the start cord, it did not catch as it should have, causing the injured party to strike his left hand against a piece of equipment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3416,"employee was moving the roof bolter and he went to get out of the cab, his scsr hit the left tram lever and his left leg was out on the mine floor and the cab drug his foot under the edge of the cab.cause of this injury was not shutting off machine. rules was a factor, miner attitude a factor, protective equip. not a factor, mining equip/systems not a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3417,walking up face of i panel & twisted right leg,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3418,"employee was unloading an old highwall drill auger point off the back of a pickup bed. new auger point weighs approx. 225 pounds. while doing this he experienced pain in his left neck, shoulder, and arm. employee was taken to a physician for treatment and diagnosed with bradial plexis inflamation. he was unable to work his next scheduled shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3419,employee was lifting rock and strained his groin,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3420,employee was doing housekeeping in area of #7 bagger. he felt pain in his lower back as he stepped up onto forklift and sat down. there is no step on forklift and seat cushion is deteriorated and worn. the high step and hard seat may have contributed to employee's back strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3421,ee was tramming a 16g grader toward the parking lot when the member ran into a sump and ejected from the grader,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3422,"while changing crossflow screen, ee's hand was caught between door and screen. reportable due to stitches only.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3423,adjusting sandscreen replacement that was being held in place by loader. strained back by moving screen manually.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3424,ee stated he stood on can to hung cable and slipped and as he did so his rt middle finger caught on hook causing laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3425,"employee stated that he and a helper were lifting a piece of steel metal. as he lifted the metal and turned to carry it, he felt pain in his lower back area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3426,"while attempting to install a tire on an underground loader, employee was guiding the tire in place when the tire fell back on top of him fracturing his tibia just above his right ankle. employee is currently off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3427,"ee is a loader operator. during a break he was off his loader walking along the roadway, he observed a boulder that he thought might cause someone a problem and tried to push it to the side of the roadway. while attempting to move the rock he ruptured his bicep.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3428,the miner was lifting bolts up onto the deck of a mechanical bolter and felt a pop in his lower left abdomen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3429,"employee was cleaning up the area under the head of #4 belt with the bobcat. as he was going down the ramp, a rock flew into the cab of the bobcat and hit him in left ankle area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3430,while stacking stones-palletizing tumbled stone injury reached down to pick up a stone. while picking it up. another stone fell out of the tumbler. his finger was caught between 2 stones that cut required 4 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3431,"ee was closing one of the latches on the anode strongback. when he pulled on the handle, he felt a sharp pain in his left shoulder. diagnosis: dislocated shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3432,employee was unscrewing a drill bit from the drill and it unscrewed the entire 18' drill steel from the drill and it fell down on her left hand. several stitches were required to the lacerations of the last three fingers on her left hand. there were no broken bones but there is still concern that amputation of part of her ring finger may be required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3433,"employee was jacking power center up; when he went to lower it down, he flipped the lever and the jack dropped all at once, striking him over the right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3434,employee and another ee were in the process of changing the breaker bars on the crusher when he stuck his finger in the crusher and it was smashed. ee told injured nit to but he did not hear h im.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3435,#2 dryer had choked up. due to a confined entry victim was @ doorway monitoring maintenance personnel inside. victim was moving material away from doorway when a piece fell smashing the tip of his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3436,"employee was walking from the brick shed to the garage through the west entry door. while shutting door, the employee pinched their right index finger in the door jam and door.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3437,"employee was moving some rocks around and felt a strain in the back. as the week progressed, ee reported that the pain started to get worse and ee could feel it in the leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3438,ie was carrying old belt structure out of the slope drive house to get rid of it from where they had stacked it on the surface after changing it out for new structure in the slope. ee and another employee lifted the structure & ee felt pain in lower back & left buttock. all that they could find wrong at the dr. was possibly a pulled muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3439,"injured was installing tail pulley guard on the dump belt under the crusher. as they were trying to position the guard, employee suffered low back strain. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3440,employee was in the face of the #5 entry on the #1 unit assisting the roof bolter operator when his right foot was run over by the back tire as the machine was being trammed up to install another row of roof bolts.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3441,"ee was bringing a continuous miner across the section. he was between #4 & #5 entries and stopped to remove a pull rope from miner boom. when he bent over to remove rope, his suspenders caught a tram lever and caused the miner to move away from him. he was caught by extra ropes and cable attached to boom, resulting in him being tossed against boom, striking his back on boom.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3442,employee was closing a southway rail car door when a finger got caught between the door and latch.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3443,"injured was moving a 55 gal. drum of oil with an overhead hoist. as he sat the barrel on the ground, the hook slipped and caught his little finger on his left hand between the hook and the barrel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3444,"ee was helping change a deck bushing and as he was guiding the bushing in place, it slipped, pinching his middle finger on his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3445,"ee was removing a cross member under a pickup truck that was on a lift approx. 6.5' off the floor. the cross member has 4 bolts on frame and 2 in middle. ee removed the fourth frame bolt, the cross member fell to the floor, the center bolts were broken. the cross member struck ee on back of right leg as he jumped out of the way.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3446,ee was lifting stone treads all day & back muscles tightened at night.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3447,"while cutting in #4 left, a piece of draw rock fell striking ee on his left leg. as ee fell he twisted his leg & ankle causing a minor fracture to his left fibula. no work was missed as a res ult of this injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3448,"employee was cutting dunnage with a chain saw when the saw came into contact with his left leg, causing a large laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3449,"while attempting to install counterweights on screen gear disc, they slipped and landed on left pinky finger. smashing left pinky finger and loss of fingernail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3450,employee was cutting rubber in #3 vibrating screen. his knife slipped and cut his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3451,miner was splitting stone with a hammer and a chisel. miner missed chisel and struck hand with hammer. miner notified supervisor. miner was sent to dr. finger was broken.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3452,employee stated he was dropping drill head bring steel out of the hole using rotation. the drill steel was rotating outside the drilled hole allowing it to make contact with the employee's mouth/jaw. the event resulted in lost time injures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3453,ee was replacing the flexco's on conveyor belt when rust fell into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3454,"ee was assisting in operation of stoper drill. when drill retracted from roof, drill steel hungup in hole then fell striking ee in back of handnear wrist joint. he continued working until 10/ 2. when operating sinker drill experienced swelling in hand. x-rays revealed fracture to hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3455,"employee was cleaning brick out of fuller kiln, got lime dust in left eye",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3456,"moving gate above screen, gate fell pinching hand between handle and bolt flange.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3457,"ee was installing a 3/8"" tubing adaptor with a 3/4"" combo wrench in a tight awkward position. as ee was torquing the adaptor into place the wrench slipped & ee's hand hit the orifice plate handle on the orifice plate on the primary air.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3458,while moving a piece of belt structure ee hit tip of finger on another piece of structure mashing and cutting same.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3459,employee was on the conveyor catwalk (welding) when he hit his knee on the conveyor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3460,employee was breaking out plastic from the cone during the replacement of a wear plate.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3461,ee was making a width and height adjustment to the south bag guide and while bending over the equipment felt a pop.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3462,"employee was getting out of the moly plant elevator, opening the elevator door, when he felt a pain in his right side lower shoulder blade. employee contacted supervisor by then the pain felt worse.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3463,"ee was changing filter bags inside baghoust dust collector. as he reached up to work on one bag he accidently hit a second dirty bag with his hand. the dust on the dirty bag fell & struck his facial area. he was wearing safety glasses with side shields but the dust still got in his eyes. by rubbing his eye, he abraded the cornea. eye was examined by an optician & prescribed meds.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3464,"ee was atempting to remove dust from inside of an electric motor, by using oregen to blow it out. the dust and oxegon mixture ignited, burning his right arm from elbow to his wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -3465,the ee was cutting belt line when the knife slipped cutting right leg thigh.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3466,"ee is not sure of exact date of accident. aroundmid october he was changing an accetylene tank. he was taking the empty tank to the storage areaand installing the full tank back on the trailer since there was no one immediately available to help him, he tried lifting the 200 lb tank by using the trailer tongue to support one end while lifting he other into place.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3467,"employee was trying to get access to a valve to open it. while using a breaker bar to bust up built up material around the valve he smashed a finger, which resulted in a laceration of same.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3468,"ee was working with second ee to change a precipitator valve. his hand slipped and he struck his right elbow on the handrail of the man basket. the ee was treated at local clinic and later tre ated at specialist clinic in march with local anesthetic and steroid. ee was notified on march 21, 2000.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3469,under scoop welding when slag popped under welding shield. hit in left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -3470,employee was attempting to break a plug loose on a pressure pump when the pipe wrench slipped and the employee struck his hand against the pump fracturing his ring finger on his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3471,"employee was holding a piece of steel plate that he was going to set down in the slump pump area. the employee slipped on the muddy surface, and the plate slipped out of his hand. the plate cut through his glove, and cause a minor laceration to his right hand ring finger, requiring a few stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3472,the employee was letting the jack down and the bar slipped out of his hand and struck him on the right eye brow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3473,"ee changing the drive pulley for #7 crusher feed belt using pulley, the shaft/mounting block became missaligned and he attempted to realign (co-workers helping). the pulley adjusted from the opposite side employee, causing the pulley to drop approximately 1"", crushing the left index fingertip; wound sutured, nail sutured into place, tuft fracture fingertip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3474,"ee, mechanic, was using an acetylene torch to remove a pin on a dump door on a coal hauler. he had on safety glasses and a faceshield when he was showered with sparks. he received a small stee l fragment in his left eye that was removed by a doctor the next day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3475,injured was shoveling beltline when he felt a sharp pain in lower part of his back. he had a shovel full when he came up to put on belt this is when he felt pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3476,"employee was struck by a 48"" belt rail that had slipped out of its stand and received a laceration to the back of right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3477,ee was pulling monorail off the stageloader and pulled a muscle in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3478,employee was chipping mud out of transfer box with a rock hammer when a piece of dirt got behind his safety glasses and into his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3479,"employee was a member of a 4 person crew assigned to clean-up the cooler room. employee was on the north side of #1 clinkr cooler about #3 forced air fan, shoveling piles of clinker dust into a wheel barrow when he shoveled into a pile and his shovel came in contact with a concrete pier holding up the cooler causing his right wrist to be sprained.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3480,"an i-beam on a flight feeder that supported rollers was twisted. ee was straightening the i-beam by applying heat, using a comealong & a hyd. jack. he was removing the jack after the first beam was straightened while there was pressure still on the jack. the jack popped out & hit the ee's finger against another roller.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3481,employee was operating a cat backhoe and hit head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -3482,ee was repairing a mechanized rock drill. the ee was striking the drill steel with a 4lb hammer when a small metal shard broke off the end off the3 drill steel and struck the ee on his chest. the piece of shard was removed by a physician on 4/13/06.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3483,the man reported on 11-12-2002 that he had a hernia. he indicated that it was work related the man was sent to a panel doctor on 11-14-02 the man said installing roofbolts in low coal seam having to bend the bolt and straighten the bolt out caused his hernia,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3484,disassembling a crushing plant. two employees were attempting to remove the motor that drove the hazmac crusher by using a boom truck. the motor became stuck on the motor mount bolts that had been cut off using a torch. the employees then tried to pry it from its stuck position when it freed and came forward.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3485,mashed little finger on left hand replacing liners in the finish mill.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3486,"while working near crusher 4 cleaning the area, employee pulled on the water hose and strained his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3487,employee twisted left knee while picking up full bags of rock dust out of a container and placing them on the loading machine. did not slip/trip/fall. has pain/swelling in the left knee. ee didn't violate any rules or regulations and has training and experience.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3488,"injured bent over to pick up 4 bolts, when he straightend up he felt pain and cracking in his lower back. injured was transported to the hospital where he is being treated for a strained back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3489,"employee is not assigned to clean energy. he part of sidney coal re-hab crew. he was at this mine to deliver a feeder. while delivering the feeder, the lowboy derailed at a switch. ee injured his lower back putting wreck back on track. next day worked at another site, 6/20/06 saw a dr, taken off work waiting for mri. please classify this as a degree 9 accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3490,"ee alleges that he drove thru airlock at the topof loadout, went to close air doors & smashed his finger between airlock doors & mantrip",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3491,while setting a collar pipe the resin tube bent and the collar pipe had to be pulled back out. ee was pulling the resin tubes out after the collar pipe was removed. he pulled 3 tubes and when he turned back to get the other resin tube it came out of the hole and struck him in the face. the tube knocked off his afety glasses and he got resin in his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3492,employee was bending over using a pipe wrench to tighten union and strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3493,end of 318 cable struck him in the left knee while he was putting it in place.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3494,"while roof bolting and adding a drill extension the extension bowed, sprung free and struck his right hand near the base of the index finger. x-rays revealed a fracture and he was placed on a 'no use of right hand' restriction.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3495,employee was removing an oversized silica rock from the grizzly feeder. as he turned to throw the rock out he felt something pull in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3496,"while cutting a plug out of cylinder for an excavator, the knife slipped off the plug, cutting the left hand of the employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3497,"jacking up the tail pulley framework and the jack slipped and hit the employee in the knee. the knee was cut, however, it did not bleed. the injury was reported and treated with first aid. two weeks later the area became infected and the employee requested medical attention.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3498,employee was removing worn flights out of a screw and cut his hand on a sharp flight requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3499,while lifting light vehicle on to the tire machine. ee felt pain in his back. ee was treated by chiropractor and released to full duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3500,employee was using a knife to open packaging when ee nicked right thumb. the laceration required two stitches and ee was released to full duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3501,"employee did not report the incident until 2/2/2011.the employee went to the doctor complaining of respiratory problems.the doctor asked if he had been exposed to any chemicals and the employee said ""another employee was cutting a bearing out of a pin bore when the grease caught fire.when a fire extinguisher was used to put out the fire, he breathed some of the chemical"".",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3502,employee was filling the continuous miner up with oil and when ee was opening up another can hand slipped cutting left index finger. the metal can had a rigid place where ee cut with a knife. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3503,"ee states accident was reported to management on 3/18/14. ee and two others were lifting a 1x6x20' metal bar when he felt a sharp pain in his abdomen. he went to op regional er on 3/17/14 and left with restrictions, but i was not notified.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3504,the supervisor was holding a hydraulic valve (approx 6 lbs) for a measurment when it slipped. the supervisor tried to catch it and felt a pain go from fingers into forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3505,"pulling the product retrieval pipe, the cam-lock apparatus released from the pvc pipe, the pipe came up striking the mouth, chipped two teeth. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3506,ee was changing teeth on trackhoe. he was hitting the tooth with a hammer to knock off when a piece of metal chipped off and went into right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3507,"the ee alledges that he has felt muck pain in his back, and the pain has been increasing and therefore he is not able to make risk movements, weakening his strenghts.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3508,"ee was installing roof bolts in #6 entry when a portion of the intake side rib rolled off, striking him in the left forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -3509,"ee was trying to get the handle to slide shut on the back door of the container. it was not closing so ee was hitting the handle with right hand. after a few times, ee's hand missed the handle and hit the container. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3510,ee was installing a fully grouted roof bolt. when he pressed the bolt against the top it caused a piece of coal to pop off the roof striking him on the right cheek.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3511,nipple came off a airline striking him in the mouth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3512,"ee was working in the warehouse, helping reorganize & clean the inventory shelves. as he was cleaning, a pump shaft rolled across an upper shelf, fell to the floor, bounced, and then struck him across his right hand, smashing his middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3513,employee was placing a bundle of roof bolts in the tray on the right side of the miner and felt pain in his left lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3514,employee stated he was working on gr iii impactor changing anvils with an impact wrench. the socket slipped off of swival and struck left middle finger causing laceration requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3515,"ee was turning a crosscut in #3 entry when a piece of rock measuring 29""x31""x4""thick, fell from between the rib bolt and the middle bolt, striking him on the head. it was bolted with 4'resin b olts and was checked before the miner man entered. ee's position was the 3rd row of bolts outby the crosscut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3516,actual lost time didn't start until 8/11/05 when employee had surgery. employee was removing a pipe nipple to install pressure gauge. nipple was rusted to pipe. employee tried several times and different positions to break nipple loose. employee felt pop and pain in left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3517,"employee caught his finger between t3 channel and plate while inserting his bolt into the roof. employee finished his shift and drove himself to the hospital where he was x-rayed, and received 4 stitches to his left index finger. employee did not miss work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3518,"worker was stacking 2"" rock and a piece of stone cracked in half, when it cracked, he lost his grip on half of it and it fell on his right foot causing swelling in the foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3519,"ee was helping the powder crew load a hole. as he was putting a wet bag in the hole, he felt something give in his groin. the diagnosis is hernia and he will have to have surgery to repair.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3520,"the mbc system was idle. ee was crossing bridge with miner remote control in hand, holding remote up as high as possible, causing his hand to come in contact with a roof bolt and cutting his r ight hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3521,"ee was moving 55 gallon drums with forklift attachment. when he attempted to place a drum on the floor and release it, the ee's hand was caught between the attachment & the 55 gallon drum.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3522,employee was assisting three others in replacing accuator arm using chain hoists. one man let go of his end and accuator fell on employee's shoulder and neck causing muscle strain. this was not reported to office until 9/12/05 when employee stopped work due to pain from this injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3523,employee was in the procees of jacking up a loader when the machine fell. employee sustained broken ribs and shoulder sprain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -3524,employee was using a pry bar to loosen a broken liner in the 130/150 universal impact crusher. when the liner was hit with a sledge hammer the bar slipped and cut him on his right side cheek. the employee needed stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3525,employee was using a hytorc hydraulic wrench to torque bolts on a d10 dozer. a seal within the tool failed injecting hydraulic fluid into the palm of his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3526,ee was assigned the task of removing tool boxes off of old maintenance truck that is being taken out of service. ee was using large timber (appr.4' portion of railroad tie) to slide under the tool box (before he began to cut it off of the bed) and it slipped out his hands pinning the tip of his left ring finger on the concrete floor of shop.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3527,"belt entry. cutting clip off of conveyor belt, slipped and cut left leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3528,"while walking by his bolter, ee struck his right arm on a roof bolt plate that was on the tray of the bolter. this resulted in a cut that required four stitches. there was no lost time because of the accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3529,employee was closing door on bottom door of a rail road car when slate bar slipped out stricking him with pointed end just above left eye brow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3530,"employee performing maintenance in tight quarters, awkward positions, strained neck muscles.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3531,"on thurs afternoon ee & a co-worker were completing repairs to loader. ee stated he felt a slight pain in shoulder. ee did not work on friday. monday ee asked to have his shoulder looked at. he was checking the torque on bolt to insure tightness & strained his right shoulder, on thursday 6/17/04.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3532,a rock hit his teeth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3533,pinched thumb while tightening bolt with impact wrench.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3534,"ee was cutting out a piece of metal on the sump on the first floor. after cutting the metal, corner became caught. while attempting to knock it free with his foot, it suddenly fell free causin g him to lose his balance. he fell catching his left arm on the mesh lining int the freshly cut metal, causing a severe laceration. the ee was working at a height of 5'6"" but was using fall.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -3535,"ee finished cleaning the k-1 tunnel and heading to the dust-off station when ee felt an object enter ee's left eye behind ee's safety goggles. ee used eye wash station, but ee's condition worsened overnight. ee was seen by a physician the following day for corrosion to ee's cornea from lime contact and placed on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3536,"employee states he was changing a western star tire, he was rolling the tire and it almost fell over; he grabbed hold of it to keep it from hitting the pickup causing him to hurt his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3537,"a small rock 2""x3"" flew off the drill pot and hit employee's safety glasses.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3538,employee was shoveling under crusher and began feeling pain in left side of lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3539,"ee was shoveling mud from under attrition scrubber. while taking a shovel full of mud out of thescrubber ee's right elbow struck the pad eye attached to the scrubber motor. co. received notice 4-8-02. treatment date 2-4-02. 2-1-02 had requested medical treatment & sent to e.r. after wait,declined treatment. went to own dr, evaluation only. released to full work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3540,ee was manually adjusting the paddles inside a conditioner. paddles turned and pinned left handbetween paddle and conditioner frame. injury wasa contusion of the left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3541,"ee was getting set up to use a threading machine for some conduit. ee was adjusting the machine & finishing up by tightening the adjustment nut using an adjustable wrench. the wrench came off the nut & the forward motion caused ee's hand to hit the reamer attachment, causing a cut to middle finger on right hand. ee received 9 stitches as a result.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3542,while pulling on water hose underneath the wash plant and the hose got caught on support beam; as the employee attempted to pull on the hose to free it he felt a sharp pain and burning sensation to the left elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3543,employee injured himself while squaring a belt. the razor knife slipped & cut his leg when it cut through the belt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3544,"using come-along to lift section of conveyor, he hurt arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3545,"removed a 70lb bag of cement off a pallet (approx. 46"" above ground). placed on a scale at ground level. picked up bag and turned entire body and back gave-way.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3546,ee was filling windshield wash reservoir and it squirted into right eye. employee was wearing safety glasses. the fluid came up and under the bottom of the glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3547,a 64 year old miner with over 26 years experience was doing a hoist resocket on a dragline. as he raised the sledge hammer to knock out the wedge from the socket he felt a popping sensation in his right bicep. the employee visited several doctors getting a second opinion and missed his first day of work on 11-5-2012,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -3548,"employee was using a box cutter to cut rubber matting to be used as a guard on a conveyor belt. the box cutter did not cut fully through the rubber mat and the box cutter slipped, causing the blade to cut through the employee's leather gloves and lacerate the left top of hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3549,while installing a piece of top belt structure it slipped out of the members hand and struck his rt foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3550,"technician was driving a track pin in because the track press didn't push it in all the way. while hitting the pin with a sledge hammer, a flake of metal flew off the pin and stuck in the tech's left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3551,the ie was using a lever hoist to pull a piece of casing into a borehole. as tension was being applied a weld broke on the hoisting lug causing it to come lose and strike the ie in the back of the head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3552,the employee had ee's hand on the canopy post and inadvertently lowered the canopy catching ee's right middle finger between the collars.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3553,lifted a 45 lbs battery and carried 200 ft.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3554,"ee stated that while pulling a piece of loose material with a slate bar, he felt a pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3555,"employee was cutting tape on wires to a motor and it was snow covered, wet, and slippery and the utility knife slipped causing it to cut through his gloves and lacerate the back side of his left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3556,while removing rocks from a crusher 1/30/2017 and welding in a crusher the next day employee reported a strain to right knee. on 2/16 ee was evaluated and the doctor prescribed physical therapy making the injury reportable. ee continues to work full duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3557,"laborer employee was making a pour on a cooler tube, the employee was carrying two five gallon buckets, one in each hand of castable material that were half full from the mixer to the cooler tube. while the employee was carrying the material they adjusted the buckets when attempting to stage the material at the cooler tube causing a lower back strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3558,employee was packing a standard product in bags at 4ap when a bag corner failed allowing material to spray out onto the operator including his face and in his eyes. employee was prescribed antibiotic ointment as a precaution.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3559,ee was lowering the rear end housing of a backhoe right axle. when his lower left thumb was cut by the bracket.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3560,"employee was helping to remove a rub rail on the side of the miner and the rub rail fell mashing his middle and ring fingers on the left hand, causing a tuft fracture to the tip of the ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3561,felt pain in low back while operating an electric jackhammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3562,injured was air-arching a hitch pin block on the back of a parts truck when a piece of metal flew behind his safety glasses striking him in the eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3563,"injured was dragging a 20"" ventilation tube across soft bottom conditions when he felt a pain in his right knee. he continued to work until he sought medical attention on 8/23/02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3564,ee worked all day without any complaint. ee stated that he had back pain when pulling a 20' screed board across concrete (strike off board).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3565,employee was welding when a piece of slag burned through pant leg and fell down into boot causing a burn to right foot. employee was treated with first aid on site until 1/4/16 when they requested medical treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -3566,employee experienced pain in his right shoulder while stacking 50 # bags.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3567,"employee was sent to unclog the iron hopper. to loosen the material, the employee hit several times the hopper close to the discharge. when he was doing this operation, failed with the hammer and hit one of the ribs of the hopper with the left thumb causing a cut that was required 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3568,employee dropped a metal engine stand on his left foot when he tripped on some slings left on the floor of the tool room.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3569,ee was cleaning build up from the inside of a distribution manafold on the slurry line spray nozzle. she used compressed air to blow out the line and the plugged line blew material back into her face and into both eyes. this required medical care to remove the alkali material.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3570,"employee states he was attempting to replace cover plate on petitto mule when cover plate slipped, striking employee on left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3571,he was climbing ladder and hit knee on step.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3572,was turning a lug nut with a wrench and it slipped. the wrench hit another lug nut and t cut my left forearm. four stitches were required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3573,employee was welding in the primary feeder hooper and recieved a welding flash burn on his eyes. there were two employees welding at the time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -3574,ee was installing conveyor flight in 21 s/c when he strained muscle in low back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3575,employee was getting into an excavator and turned the wrong way and felt sharp pain in middle of low back. treating with chiropractor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3576,"while replacing liners in a pump, the employee was using a 5' pry bar. the pry bar slipped causing the employee's right thumb to be pinch between the lining bar and the pump. this caused a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3577,employee was putting scoop on charge and twisted left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3578,ee attempted to remove an obstruction from a small shredder when it automatically started in reverse direction injuring his left thumb and index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3579,"injured was knocking gate in on refuse chute, missed gate & hit his thumb between hammer handle & handrail rod.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3580,"while lifting support stands to be placed under a haul truck, employee lost grip and then caught support stands which pulled ee down.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3581,"using hand grinder, grinding disk cam apart",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3582,"ee states he was tightening bolt, wrench slipped and he felt pain in neck. was given prescription and placed on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3583,"while working on casing in a well pipe, the pipe slipped on its brackets and came down on the employees' right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3584,"ee was pulling a heavy piece of rock off of the miner, it slipped out of his hands and fell onto his left hand. small laceration and bruise of left finger (middle).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3585,employee complained of neck and back pain after receiving the first dipper of material from shovel 6.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -3586,employee was struck on the rt. shoulder & rt. side of his head when a zee drill accidently twisted while installing a roof bolt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3587,"employee stated that ee was assisting another employee carry a piece of 6in aluminum water line to install it. while sliding the water line onto the structure it got stuck, when the other employee pushed it, it came loose smashing ee's hand in between the two joints of water line causing a laceration to the middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3588,"ee replacing bolts on ferris wheel, wrench slipped and he struck left elbow on frame. no medical treatment sought. on 4/9/07, ee went to clinic. ee was diagnosed w/a fractured left elbow, placed in a cast and instructed to tak ibuprofen. ee was given work limitations & instructed to return to clinic on 4/17/07.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3589,"while shoveling material from around #4 finish feed pump, injured felt pull in lower left back. meds. 15 lb restrictions-however working own jobs/no modifications. moderate restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3590,"employee was filling cap lamp battery when a piece of corrosion flew off, striking him in his left eye. employee sought medical treatment from eye doctor and was given prescription medication.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3591,employee sustained fractured rib when come-along hooked to air compressor shifted making contact against his left rib cage.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3592,"march 8th, employee had been pulling hangar bars, felt pain in shoulder, reported it to supervisor, but refused treatment. on 3/16, employee complained of ongoing pain, this time agreed to seek medical attention, was taken to the er, taken off work until cleared by pcp. currently ongoing.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3593,"performing maintenance on an ""out of service"" stamler unit. while installing flight chain bar, worker inadvertently placed left index finger in pinch point. due to miscommunication, 2nd worker pulled chain causing chain to tighten catching workers left index finger. high noise levels contributed to accident. no equipment was damaged and mining operations were not impaired",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3594,using large impact wrench to remove and tighten lug nuts on the tires of 9733 785b cat truck. unaware that ee had seen dr and received prescription drugs. rec'd info on 10/12/00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3595,the employee's rt thumb was smashed when a stuck drill stem freed itself from the mine roof. emp. rec'd 9 stitches and fracture to tip of thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3596,employee was operating a komatsu 155 dozer. employee backed up over large rock and upon decent from rock jarred his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -3597,ee was adding hydraulic oil to roof bolter when he felt a sharp pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3598,"employee lost his balance while hooking up cable & he ""jerked"" causing discomfort & pain in his lower back. went to doctor - restrictions were issued.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -3599,"employee was part of a group installing a hammer mill hood at the mine, the hood had hung up on a conveyor belt when replacing the hood. a crane was used to relieve the pressure of the hood on the conveyor and in doing so sliced the hand of the mechanic guiding the hood.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3600,employee was removing door from kiln 1 w. fines screw dept. load shifted and his right ring finger was pinched between the floor and the door handle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3601,"employee was repairing conduit on #2 clinker conveyor with a reciprocating saw. the saw slipped and employee tried to catch it, the blade cut his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3602,"employee was using a pocket knife that did not have a locking blade to trim on a urethane wedge gasket used in sealing 20""pipe flanges. blade closed on finger, causing the cut (requiring sutures).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3603,"employee was cleaning steel shavings from around a wheel lathe with a pitch fork. a piece of shavings slid up the handle, employee didn't see it and when repositioning ee's hand the shaving cut through ee's glove causing a laceration to the right hand index finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3604,"employee was taking a 2"" air pump thru a door when it caught on the door frame causing the employee to strain right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3605,"injured had exited the deck of the mobile bridgeconveyor he was operating to retrieve a chain. as he walked toward the front of the mbc, the next mbc inby began to back up pushing injured's m bc against the lo-lo belt structure catching theinjured's lower legs between the mbc and the lo-lo belt structure.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3606,still dark and snowing and visibility was poor. dozer was pushing dirt up on stockpile when truck slightly struck tractor cab.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -3607,he was using a rag to clean metal off and when he laid rag on his shoulder metal went into his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3608,"ee was operating dozer and failed to see rock in parking lot, backed over the rock, pulled muscles in back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -3609,a co-worker was handing down a 4 inch i-beam 36 inches long to the employee. the employee started to lower it to the floor when his left arm gave out.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3610,"employee was piggling line out to ultra fine. he was bleeding the pressure off the line. when he opened the cam-lock, pressure blew the line back and struck employee on the hand and wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3611,removing final drive. holding pin hammer in left hand and sledge hammer in right hand. hit the pin and the hammer handle hit ee in rib cage causing him to miss the pin hammer and hit his left hand. fracture to left middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3612,this ee was struck in the eye with a metal sliver as he used a grinder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3613,employee bent down to pick up a block and turned to lift it over his head when he felt a sharp pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3614,employee was helping lift a piece of feeder chain when he felt a sharp pain in chest and lower back. employee had suffered a severe burn injury of the upper chest from an earlier accident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3615,"while lifting a battery out of a pickup to install in a haul truck, worker strained right shoulder. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3616,"while cleaning a roof fall on a mainline belt, a continuous miner operator was hit by sliding material from the fall area. transported to hospital for injuries to both legs and both arms. rece ived stitches in left hand and was admitted for observation, possible damage to soft tissue in right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -3617,"while replacing a cover on a miner, the employee caught his gloved left middle finger between the cover and the frame resulting in a broken finger tip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3618,while picking up a 50lb. bag of rockdust off of a 4 passenger mantrip the employee twisted around and felt his knee pop.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3619,"ee was putting the belly pan back on the miner when the lifting eye broke off letting the belly pan drop approx. 16"" landing on the employees legs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3620,rock stuck in tailgate. lifted tailgate with catch post. tailgate fell and crushed top of right first finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3621,rib rolled out and hit his back and right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3622,metal shard broke off while hammering striking employee in left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3623,worker was changing a tail pulley on a conveyor. he was using a 2-lb. hammer to align the equipment. the worker raised the hammer slightly and felt something in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3624,employee was removing a magnet when a puff of air blew dust into his face. the speck was removed and he was given ointment prophalactically.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3625,putting all screens in on the bottom deck of the wash plant in a small area and felt a pain in right shoulder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3626,employee was passing brick out of kiln opening to brick saw operator. he dropped brick and tried to catch it. pinching finger against steel plate causing him to cut finger. left hand index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3627,employee was moving 5 gallon buckets of caulk when the handle from one of them released causing it to fall on his foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3628,employee was trying to clear a pipe when they got cement dust in their eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3629,"the ee alleges that he was in the process of cleaning the #9 belt drive, when he experienced pain in his lower back. the ee continued to work until he was taken off work by the physician on 11/28/06.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3630,"installing 8 ft. rope bolts, bolt bent, attempted to straighten by spinning chuck. did not notice head out of chuck. when the bolt began to spin, it came out of the chuck. the plate and bolt head struck his left shoulder area. he completed the shift, went home and later sought treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3631,"while removing seat from a 637g, employee heard a pop in shoulder. took ee to emergency room, no meds were prescribed, referred to an orthepedic specialist. diagnosis from dr. on 7-3-06 was. arthritis mass on shoulder that over time had cut through the bicep tendon. the incident could have happened anywhere at anytime. rawhide is reporting this as a reportable illness.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3632,"ee had turned the router down to adjust the blade depth when he accidentally hit the on/off toggle switch, turned the router on. he received a laceration on the outside of his right little fi nger and a half moon laceration on the palm of his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3633,a fully trained miner was putting a roof bolt in when they cut their pinky finger on the bolt plate. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -3634,ee was lifting lid to powder box when he felt pull in lower right side back. awaiting personal/occupational determination by doctor- received confimation from specialist 11/30/2010 that injury is attributed to work making this a lost time accident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3635,employee was performing belt mounting at the high speed crusher roller. lockout was in place. employees were moving the belt roller by hand to get in place the belts. employee was standing on the pulley base when suddenly slipped and grasp the inside belt with right hand and got trapped between belt & pulley. employee suffer a finger tip fracture of right hand 4th finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3636,was removing rust from steel beam with a 2 lb. hammer and missed intended target and mashed finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3637,ee was jackleg drilling & arm swelled.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3638,ee bent over to walk under blade. when he stood up his back poped.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3639,"employee was changing a tire on a truck. he lifted the flat, muddy tire to place it in the back of the truck, when he felt strained in the back and groin area. the condition worsened as the day when on.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3640,"ee was raising the belt structure with a comealong. the monkeyface that the comealong was hooked in, pulled out of the top, allowing the structure to fall and cut his right hand requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3641,employee was helping to lift sugar scoop at the kiln inlet. it fell and hit ee's hand causing a fractured ring finger and an open fracture to his pinky finger on his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3642,"a welder was positioning a 2 inch x 2 inch x ? inch x 8 foot brace using his left thumb. as he lifted the brace on one end, the other end of the brace fell to the ground. as a consequence of the jolt and vibration, the falling brace pinched the welder?s left thumb between brace and the support structure. as a result, the welder suffered an open fracture to the left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3643,the employee was climbing a ladder to change lightbulbs in the roller press building. while doing this he pulled a muscle in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3644,"ee was attempting to remove a piece of rock thathad lodged in the bridge conveyor. when he lifted the rock, it slipped striking his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3645,"while installing a cable bolt, the employee reached up to align the plate when he hit the joystick on the roof causing the tip of his middle right finger to get caught between the plate and the rock deflector causing an avulsion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3646,employee was pulling out worn liners from rm-310a roller mill.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3647,"while working with a cat maintenance person to change teeth on the bucket of the loader, he dropped a tooth of the bucket on his foot. he was wearing steel toed safety boots at the time of thi s incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3648,"while moving the dozer jack stand, from under unit, ee's left thumb was caught in between the dual tilt cylinder and the jack stand resulting in a laceration of his upper left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3649,employee's fnger was pinched between a stone and the rollers when he accidentally pushed the guide button and the guides came down.*fracture of right middle finger. *off work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3650,miner was off-bearing behind the rock cutter. the rock being broken had a piece break off and smashed the miners thumb between that piece and another rock. required the thumb to have surgery for a break.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3651,employee was in the kiln removing brick. brick fell from hand and hit left ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3652,operator was performing a pre-start inspection of a caterpillar 740d haul truck when the small lid on the left front fender that covers the master switch and the switch that raises and lowers the hood came down mashing his left middle finger resulting in a fracture of the finger tip...operator returned to work after treatment with no lost time or restrictions,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3653,"miner was separating track for the surface saw using a 2 inch open end wrench. he was pushing on the top of the wrench, closed end. when the nut broke free he pinched his left little finger against the side of the saw blade and the wrench. taken for medical treatment and received 6 stitches to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3654,employee was cleaning belt when a small piece of drawrock struck him on right side of back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3655,working in muddy conditions. employee began missing work on 7/10/13 due to a torn meniscus and will be having surgery sometime next week.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3656,"employee was attempting to drag a bottom roller under the 54"" belt and lift it up when he felt a sharp pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3657,employee 1 was standing beside a screen deck attempting to remove bolts from the screen rails. simultaneously employee 2 was standing on top of the screen deck prying on the screen rail with a prybar in order to apply pressure to the bolts so they could be removed more easily. the prybar slipped from it's pry-point and the handle struck employee 1 in the head. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3658,moving a steel beam - beam rolled into ankle,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -3659,ee was laying a worn out deck screen on to the crusher floor. it was attached to the overhead crane as he layed the screen down. his hand was cut. a sharp edge was found on the worn out screen. ee was taken to emergency care where he recieved stiches. no time was lost to the accident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3660,employee's knife was open in his pocket. he cut his right hand when he put his hand in his pocket. he had to get 2 stitches but did not miss any work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3661,"while trying to drive a wedge in between the end box and the body of the secondary sizer, the employee smashed ee's pinky finger on ee's left hand between the hammer ee was using and the head of the wedge. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3662,lifting batteries out of tray of personnel carrier. left work on 12-8-00 to get his injury checked out.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3663,"miner was connecting 2"" pipe together when he turned to reach behind him to get a vice clamp. as he turned he struck a piece of 9 wire hooked to a bolt plate on the rib. the 9 wire lacerated his upper right eyelid. the employee had safety glasses at the time of the accident but was not wearing them.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3664,"employee was removing a rub rail from a continuous miner at the rebuild shop. after removing the pins that hold it place, the rail dropped and caught three of left fingers between the rail and the water spray unit. this resulted in 7 stitches used to close a cut on his left middle finger. the other two fingers were only bruised.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3665,when tramming the roof bolting machine across the section it bacame hung up on a rock on the pavement. the injured got out of the operators compartment and was moving the rock out from under t he machine when he felt a pulling sensation in his left shoulder. the injured did not begin missing work until 9/17/01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3666,while working to fix the fouled longwall face chain the ee's hand was smashed between a face conveyor flight and the longwall pan line.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3667,"while picking up cut ends from mine timbers, a timber fell over striking the employee on the right hand. employee continued to work and sought no medical attention until 01/25/2019 due to continued discomfort. diagnosed with fracture of the 5th finger on the right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3668,employee was splitting a block of slate. the piece was no good so he picked it up to throw it out and it broke and cut his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3669,while pressing in the master pin on the rail of a komatsu excavator the culet in the track press failed. the mechanic was standing behind the track with his hand in the air holding a flash light while directing the press operation when he was struck in the right middle finger by a culet fragment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3670,draw rock fell onto the employee. as he went down with the rock he injured his right knee. rock fell from between the rib bolt and rib.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3671,employee was grinding on #21302 992g loader. grinding dust settled in his hood and when welding helmet lenses came down material went into employee's right eye. employee went to mountain state eye associates and was seen by dr. a piece of metal was removed that was free floating but employee received a prescription.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3672,"injured was striking 1a tank with a hammer to attempt to get material to flow. when injured struck tank, lime dust fell onto him from above, entering into his right eye past his goggles.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3673,"employee was installing roof bolts, when the drill steel got stuck in the bolt hole in the mine roof. as the employee was reaching to pull the drill steel out of the bolt hole the drill steel fell out of the bolt hole and struck his left middle finger which was resting on the roof bolter drill pot, resulting in a fracture to his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3674,injured was pulling cable when cable jumped and hit him in mouth causing a laceration to lower lip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3675,"ee was bolting, when a piece of rock came down. ee was trying to get away from it when it struck him on the left ankle. the piece of rock was 2' wide and 3' feet long and 0-4"" thick. it fell between the rib and the bolter.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3676,employee was attempting to remove rock from boom/dump end of shuttle car. the rock slid pinching right pinky finger between the rock and the metal of the boom. causing cut and break to top knuckle of pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3677,"the employee was in the process of opening the draco inspection door for the #5 hopper in the #5 bag house. once the door was opened material came out of the hopper onto the employee who was positioned below and off to the side of the hopper. the material, envirolime, was hot and caused injuries to the employees neck, forearms, and eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3678,employee was helping move 002 section when he strained his back while pulling cable. employee has been placed on light duty until 4-21-08,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3679,ee stated he was pulling water hose onto dozer. the hose got hung up on blade causing his right little finger to bend back. the ee continued to work his regular duties with intermittent trauma causing discomfort & swelling. he has been diagnosed with inflamation in his wrist & little finger. x-rays show no fractures or dislocations. he was taken off work 2/5/07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3680,"while on top of the dipper hammering the stick pin back, a piece of the pin chipped off and struck ee on the right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3681,installing new gear box in screening plant on job site. got some dirt in eye while wearing eye protection gear. couldn't remove material from eye after numerous attempts to wash it out.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3682,the employee stated he bent over to move trailing cable for a continuous miner and felt a sharp pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3683,"ie was assisting in positioning a loader tooth, when ie pulled ie felt pain in right shoulder. ie underwent surgery on may 8, 2014.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3684,employee was changing out a fork lift attachment and while driving out a keeper pin he hit his thumb with a rap wrench causing a cut to his left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3685,"employee was loading compressed gas cylinder on his ride when he mashed his finger. this caused an open fracture to the end of his finger. ring, right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3686,"on dec 15, 2000 employee reported that his right shoulder had been bothering him on and off since summer. this was the first report of any problem. he also stated it seemed to bother him more after stacking cement sacks. the employee visited a doctor on december 27, 2000 and was given exercises to do to relieve his shoulder discomfort.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3687,employee was cleaning out spray lines and got sprayed in the face with water. something was in the water and became embedded in his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3688,employee was installing a roof bolt and the bolt wrench popped out of the steel guide and smashed his thumb between the guide and wrench.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3689,"employee was off-loading worn shovel teeth by hand off a service truck. one of the teeth struck another liner on the ground, spun around onto the employee's right ankle, pinning right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3690,"employee was offloading a bolt tray off of the scoop. in the process, a weld broke on the bolt tray and smashed employee's finger between scoop and tray.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3691,"a maintenance worker was rebuilding a 12x14 pump and case. while working on the pump, it slid off the pallet and landed on top of foot. the employee was taken to the emergency room by a co-worker. x-rays showed no fractures found in the foot. the doctor did not prescribe any medications at this time. the employee was taken off work after the follow-up appointment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3692,ee has infection to right knee. infection due to embedment of welding spatter. treated at hospital with iv for infection.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3693,the ee was walking by the south mill ball charging system as steel balls were released into the feed chute. he was struck in the left eye by a foreign body as the mill balls rolled down the ch ute. the eye was flushed with water. the eye continued to bother him and on 7-12 he was taken to the er foer evaluation. he was referred to a specialist who removed the particles from his eye,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3694,"ee was sliding a small work table over. there was a steel plate approx 12"" x 12"" resting on the table. when ee went to move table, steel plate fell off table striking ee on top of r foot which casued a puncture/laceration to top of foot that required 3 sutures. on 8/15 ee was unable to wear boot and became restricted to the office.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3695,injured was roof bolting and was pulling drill steel out of roof and said ee felt a pop in ee's shoulder. injured was taken for examination and was placed on restricted duty. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3696,"while lifting a flammable cabinet, employee lost grip with left hand, causing a strain to right elbow. employee sought medical attention and was placed on restricted duty as of 9/2/2008.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3697,"employee stated that he was helping mechanic to change the teeth on a loader bucket. mechanic cut teeth off with cutting torch and employee was knocking teeth off with a hammer. a piece of metal slag flew off, struck and embedded in his upper left arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3698,"while closing a railcar bottom door, bar slipped and pinched right ring finger between bar and rail. laceration required 3 stitches to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3699,injured was helping to raise and tie the miner cable and waterline to the roof when he felt pain in his right side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3700,"the employee stated ee and three other ee's were trying to raise the lid on a tailpiece at break 4 of the longwall belt when it shifted. the employee stated as they were letting it down ee's left middle finger got caught in hinge point, amputating the tip of the finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3701,"ee claims wrist and knee injury occurred because she struck a wooden bench. she claims she struck the bench because she had an anxiety attack due to wearing a respirator. she was wearing the respirator because of a previous situation where her dr. said she could not be exposed to chemicals, dust or paints.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3702,"employee was lifting the cover on cm26 when it slipped back, catching his right hand. medical treatment injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3703,"4 employees were staging 54"" return rollers for replacement on the #7 lang main line belt. one employee was pushing the roller to the side of the tractor bucket, then another employee would lift the roller and slid the roller out the side of the bucket. the roller inadvertently shifted in the bucket and the employee's finger was smashed between the bucket and the roller.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3704,employee was fabing door in shop when lifted the door and strained his lower back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3705,injured was attempting to unplug the raw coal silo feeder with water hose. the material broke loose suddenly and a rock of unknown size smashed his left hand causing lacerations to middle and ring fingers. he went to the hospital and received a total of 15 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3706,while employee was swinging a sledge hammer he felt a pain in his right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3707,miner was pulling a piece of roof rock with a pry bar and his shoulder popped. note: miner did not begin missing work until 1/3/2008.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3708,employee was working on discharge line in plant on cyclone pump. the next section of pipe was in place when employee hit the pipe with hammer and the come-a-long rolled around catching his left little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3709,"while driving up the ramp, employee received a foreign body(dust) into his left eye. went to medic on site-eye was flushed. next day, employee reported to work & as the shift went on, his eye was still bothering him-he reported back to medic on site-we took him off site to er, then to eye doctor on 6/3/2013.rust ring was removed. then employee went on days off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3710,employee was shoveling under a conveyor and dug too deep. the shovel twisted causing his wrist to twist. employee received a strain to his left wrist. he was restricted from 10/30/01 to 11/06/ 01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3711,"employee was cleaning up their laydown area. he was lifting a small welder out of the ""knaak toolbox"" when he jarred the box, causing the lid to fall & strike his right index finger on his knuckle causing a laceration, which required 3 sutures. he was given a full release by doctor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3712,"employee was tightening bolts on primary steel; wrench slipped, arm was torn open at bicep muscle and required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3713,ee was removing bags from a dust collector when he felt a sharp pain in his left shoulder. he was put on restrictions on 11/27/2012.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3714,sprocket segments were worn which causes sharp edges.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3715,"the continuous miner was stuck, was placing 4' x 8"" crib block under the tracks of the continuous miner for traction, ee picked up a crib block and pulled his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3716,"employee was replacing guard on return roller of 196 belt. the right hand side of the guard fell off the pin and the guard swung to the left, pinching ee's left hand between guard and frame. laceration to left index finger which required 5 stitches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3717,"employee was welding on a bird motor frame. trying to position the frame, it slipped off the table. he injured left wrist trying to catch it. continued to work, started hurting worse. became restricted duty 5-20-05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3718,"while unplugging chute, dust got in left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3719,ee was lifting a rock out of the jaw and pulled a muscle in his groin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3720,ee was recovering belt sail channels. as it was unbolted the channel pivoted and his left ring finger was caught betwwen channel and roof. this resulted in a laceration that required stitches. he was treated and released to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3721,"miner was using pry bar to free up a chain on a sprocket. when miner pulled back on bar it slipped off the sprocket, hit a steel plate pinching finger between bar and plate. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3722,employee was removing a pull down cylinder from a highwall drill. the cylinder became stuck. he pryed on cylinder and when it was pryed loose itswung around on the attached safety chain. the end of the cylinder hit the top of the employee's right foot behind the steel safety toe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3723,"the driller was changing a drill steel when he noticed the steel was cross threaded on the power head. he pushed on the steel with his rt hand to correct the problem & the steel suddenly disconnected from power head & dropped onto the table, crushing the tips of his 2nd & 3rd fingers on his lt hand which he had rested on the table. the 1st joint of his ring finger was amputated.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3724,taking side panel off engine. when lifted panel pulled muscle in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3725,employee reported a slight irritation to his eyes and slight headache. employee was wearing all required ppe for welding. employee refused medical treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -3726,crew was air drilling in a pit and were changing bits. ee's hand was caught between bit and drill rig resulting in a fractured bone in ee's hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3727,"ee was on the powder truck and had the bay doors open trying to get the powder to fall (he has a stainless steel rod to knock the powder down). the wind caught the bay door and it fell, hitting his hand (contusion to right hand).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3728,"employee was in the process of squaring up a rock brow in order to drill for a shot after the coal had been undercut. as ee started to shear down in the rock, a piece of metal (carbon) projected back down the entry towards ee. it struck ee approx. 2"" above the left eye above ee's eyebrow resulting in a laceration requiring 3 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3729,"ee was lifting a 5 to 10 trash can over into dumpster when he felt pain in his right shoulder radiating down to elbow. ee reported, however after continued pain went to the physician on 1/26/10 at which time he was placed on restricted duty for three weeks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3730,"ee was pulling a pin from the rail roller of the 951 miner. as the pin came loose the tail roller fell and caught his left thumb between the tail roller and the machine, causing a simple fracture and a laceration requiring 3 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3731,employee was using air nailer to assemble wooden forms when nail penetrated employee's left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3732,mixed fuel line came off at connection and sprayed ee in the face and eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3733,"while drilling 3/8"" steel plate in drill press, vise slipped and pinched fingers between vise handle and drill press table. resulted in smashed finger requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3734,employee was removing the belly pan from d9 dozer when the safety chain slipped dropping the pan on the employee's left wrist breaking the bone in left wrist,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3735,"customer cut finger on tailgate, received three stitches, slight fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3736,"brick rig shifted in kiln while rolling it to new position. kiln stopped, rig was leveled and wheels chocked. crew climbed up to adjust shifted pieces. while on rig, it rolled up kiln to the right (facing upkiln) and overturned. employee's leg got caught and was injured, later found to be broken. other 3 employees on the rig at the time of the incident were uninjured.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3737,moving mud balls from hopper. arm felt like needles shooting down it. had sharp pain in joint.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3738,ee got middle finger of hand mashed by leveler arm of the bolting machine.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3739,employee cut his left thumb while cutting pond liner with utility knife.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3740,"striking sledge hammer against drain valve body to dislodge material inside the drain line, when his thumb was pinched between handle and another pipe next to valve.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3741,"while working in the supply yard, employee was unloading junk off a supply car. while pulling metal bands out from under k-doors, the metal cut through his glove and cut the palm of his right hand. he was taken to the hospital where he received 4 sutures. released to return to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3742,"ee was packing masonry bags. problems arose wityh the palletizer. the ee turned off impellor drive on packer and raised face shield to look down the line. the packing spout released material, the material was deflected off seat and into ee's left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3743,"ee was changing the leg hose on #176 shield, as he bled the pressure off of the shield, he was pulling the staple out of the hose when the leg transducer blew off and struck him on the right e ar. he was transported to come general where sutures were applied.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3744,employee was loading the first car out of the face of #6 entry with a remote continuous miner when a piece of miner bit sheared off striking him above the right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3745,"mechanic was replacing a 6? x 5? spool of pipe on the final concentrate pump discharge. employee had to use come along to line pipe up. after job completion and while removing come along chain from around pipe and as hook came over pipe the hook fell to lower pipe, striking employee right thumb. x-ray revealed fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3746,employee stated that while taking down an overcast wall a concrete block fell on his arm & hands. this resulted in a finger fracture and sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3747,ee was installing a saddle onto the mainframe arm of the omnicone 1560 crusher and caught the end of his middle finger on his left hand between the saddle and the frame arm removing the skin degloving from the tip of the finger. dr treatment included skin graft making this a reportable medical injury with no lost workdays.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3748,"employee was struck on the hand by a link from a broken chain. the employee was standing 25 feet from the continuous miner as the cm backed out of #3. a chain, that had been of the miner, got wrapped around the offside spray block chassis and the other end was run over by the miner, putting tension on the chain causing it to break. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3749,lifting belt structure onto mini truck forks when he had sharp pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3750,employee was working on kiln floor installing a monorail. there was welding in the area and clinker dust on the burner pipe. employee was not sure when or what got into his left eye. employee reported eye irritation 7:00 a.m. next morning. a small piece of material was removed from eye; ee's eye felt better. next day still some irritation; sent to doctor. eye drops prescribed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3751,employee was lifting cover from mantrip battery. cover stuck when he lifted causing pain in lower back. reported 11-29-00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3752,"ee was drilling a face round with a gardner denver jackleg the miner's foot was between two rocks on floor of heading the weight of the drill and steel coming out of the drillhole caused him to turn his body and his foot between the two rocks,his foot would not turn and this caused a break in a bone in his left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3753,"the sample crusher was plugged from the crusher to the head of the primary belt. the employee used a scraper to try to unplug crusher while it was still operating. the crusher segment hit the scraper causing it to come upward striking ee in the mouth and cutting ee's hand, resulting in laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3754,changing teeth on dragline bucket when old tooth chipped hitting ee in the left leg knee. metallic foreign body was removed and stitches applied at local hospital.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3755,other lifted ee by back and host bearing and hurt muscle in ee back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3756,he strained his back carrying and setting down pipe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3757,"ee attempted to lift a flip gate on the truck dock #7 that had become hung up at the edge, butwhen the flip gate was released, it sprung up & back down on the ee's lt. hand causing a fractur e to his first and second fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3758,on 7/24/2012 at about 11:45 pm an employee and injured employee were replacing idlers in the 5a belt. ie was pulling on the old idler to free it when it came loose all at once and fell and hit ie on his right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3759,"the man was cutting a pump hose, when the knife slipped and lacerated his left hand. report filed for medical treatment only. stitches in hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3760,scoop bumped lo-lo tailpiece catching employees foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -3761,ee proceeded to inspect the clay shredder. he turned the shredder off but did not lock it out. the ee decided to climb into the shredder to inspect further. another operator on the shift walked by & noticed the shredder was off & pressed the start button. the ee failed to lock out the shredder before performing work on it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3762,"employee was installing a resin roof bolt, as ee was aligning the drill chuck with the bolt, ee engaged the rotation and caught ee's glove between the bolt and drill chuck. ee was diagnosed with a small fracture to the ulna bone near ee's right wrist. ee started missing work on 2/9/2016.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -3763,"ee was driving a shaft out of a bearing. he was holding a 2x4 board over the end of the shaft. when the board was struck by a hammer, it kicked sideways and pinched his finger between the boar d and the side of the vibrator.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3764,"lifting piece of metal kneeling on one knee, removing bolts to get rubber off of metal piece.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3765,"when flipping rocks manually (because hoist was down), employee thinks he pulled muscle in his back when coming down with one of the rocks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3766,"looking for an air leak by the air dryer on a loader. had another man start the loader to build up air pressure to see what had to be re- paired. the top of the air dryer blew off, causing injury to the head. hardhat was being worn at the time of injury. 6 stitches to the forehead caused from the hardhat.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3767,ee was using a pry bar when his feet slipped in the snow and he fell forward. he landed on the bar w/his face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -3768,injured worker was performing a silo change when the silo change bar slipped out of the knuckle of the valve and caused him to fall backwards hitting the splash box. injured worker did not have any pain. as the week went on he started having pain and stiffness in his neck. he reported the pain on 10/31/2010.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -3769,"welding ""i"" beam - hot spark entered left ear - small foreign object embedded inside ear. ee did not report the accident to office until 4/25/02 after experiencing some discomfort in ear.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3770,"the miner was fabricating a metal chute using a torch and welder. as the miner was shifting the metal, the metal began to slide. the hot end of the metal came in contact with the miner's belly causing a small burn.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -3771,employee wa sjacking a man bus onto tract after it had de-railed. the jack slipped out and struck the employee in the face. the injuries included a laceration of the nose and upper lip and loo sened teeth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3772,"an employee was accessing an oil tank. when the employee lifted the lid, the employee felt pain in right shoulder. the employee sought medical attention, and was taken off of work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3773,"injured was loading a bacon strap on the atrs, the strap flipped cutting his right wrist. ppe was not a factor, mining equipment/systems was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was not a factor, miner proficiency was a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3774,he injured his hand while shoveling sqand. he sprained his hand and pulled a muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3775,while loading rails for kennedy stoppings the operator's hand brushed additional rails slicing through his glove and cutting the ring and middle finger of his left hand leaving lacerations that required sutures to close. released to unrestricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3776,"while removing a victaulic coupling, the employee caught her finger between two pieces of pipe, smashing her finger. the doctor perscribed anti-inflammatory and pain pills.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3777,the injured employee pinched his left thumb between a 10 inch blind flange and a pipe flange.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3778,"injured was using a set of 3/4"" come alongs to slew a wrecked jeep over to the rails when the roof bolt plate they were attached to pulled out causing the chain hoist to strike injured in the back of the head and neck. injured was transported to the hospital where he was diagnozed with a whiplash of the neck area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3779,"employee was connecting surface acid line when a small residual amount of sulfer sprayed the employee's right arm, hand & wrist. employee was taken to hospital where a prescription strength silva cream was predcribed and the employee was released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3780,ee told his foreman that he could not roof bolt anymore because he hurt his back. this was not turned in to company personal as a mine injury unitl 11/1/00,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3781,"employee was lifting a converter chain for a dragline. he felt a sharp pain in his back and left leg. we took the him to the hospital. he recieved two shots demerol, and phenergan. he was also given two percriptions cyclobenzaprine, and hydrocodone. the employee was placed on light duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3782,"two mine employees were in the process of removing a metal cover plate located over a valve bank on a stamler/feeder. while both employees were lifting the cover, one end slipped resulting in the injured employee's left hand being pinched between the cover & the stamler. on 01/07 he was diagnosed with having sustained a fracture to the tip of his middle finger on his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3783,"ee was using a six foot cheater bar and wrench to change a tire, they were pulling on bar and wrench when it slipped and ee fell back and hit the truck cutting his right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -3784,"injured was building a fiber crib. as he was laying a block in place, he caught his right little finger between 2 blocks. injured began missing work on 6/24/03 as a result of this injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3785,"while trying to find a leak in a hydraulic hose, the hydraulic system surged and sprayed and cut the employee's finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3786,"while roof bolting and helping to move miner cable, employee felt something in his eye. his eye was washed out several times, on march 11th, employee sought medical attention, a small piece of material was found in his eye. he received prescription medication as a precaution against infection. he was wearing glasses with side shields.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3787,"ee was opening the lid to his tanker truck, the lid popped off. he told other ee that he forgot to check the valve to see if there was pressure.when lid popped open, he was struck by lid and f ell back against the fall obtaining cuts and bruises. he also had dust in his eyes. his eyes were flushed out and a bandage placed on the cut on his arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3788,"was removing a plate from the west drag when it slipped from a pry bar that was holding it up and pinched the employees left index finger against a washer of the long bolt ee was taking out, laceration on the front side first and second sections - 4 sutures and splint.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3789,on 8/25/11 employee reported back pain. he said he had back pain over the years but it worsened on 6/21/11 when team-lifting a 80 lb pump cover. on 8/25/12 diagnostic test revealed a back strain and preventative treatment was performed. on 1/17/12 additional diagnostic test revealed degenerative disc disease and fusion surgery was performed on 3/12/12 (first day off),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3790,"while building a crib under the feeder the miner caught his right thumb between a crib and the feeder. this resulted in a fracture to the distal tip of his right thumb. this is to report medical care only, no days were lost.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3791,ee was working on low head at wet grinding plant when he cut his right thumb above the last knuckle and below tip of thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3792,"employee was attempting to open a rail car hatch. when the hatch broke free, the employee's head went forward striking a part of the car.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3793,employee was clearing a jam at a bag kicker. the conveyor belt had worn a sharpe edge on the belt scraper. the employee cut the 3rd and 4th finger on his right hand on a sharpe edge of the belt scraper as he was removing the jammed bag.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3794,victim was cutting a piece of metal. a hot piece fell and burned through his coat sleeve and down into his glove resulting in a burn to his right forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -3795,"adding a rope carrying strap to 5 gal plastic bucket when i was cutting a hole in it with my pocket knife, the knife slipped and i cut my right hand thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3796,"ee was using a breaker bar to loosen a bolt on mier. when bolt loosened, the bar dropped, & caught his finger between breaker bar & miner causing a laceration of left pinky. the pinky did not need stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3797,"employee was drilling when the hand drill got caught on material and twisted the drill, causing his right hand to smash into a metal flange fracturing the hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3798,a loader operator in the pit was climbing up the stairs of a 992 g loader. as he was climbing up the three stairs he felt a pain in his right bicep.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3799,"ee stepped down from conveyor belt onto block of wood. left hand was holding conveyor belt frame while stepping down on the block w/right foot, then stepped down to floor w/left foot when the wood block tipped to the side. left arm gripping conveyor belt frame resulted in pain to left tricep.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3800,"employee was using a shovel to push a piece of ore. the top edge of the shovel slipped off of the ore and the employee lost balance and fell, jamming arm/shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -3801,"received lime burns to lower portion of both legs when stepped in pile of dust to shut off air line. then walked across a drainage ditch with lime dust and water in it. water was up to knees. washed out boots, socks and pants with vinegar and water. legs started to feel irritated and went to clinic.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3802,lab technician was mixing a flask when it broke and cut his right hand between his thumb and index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3803,after ee got out of pickup truck he closed the door on his right index finger causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3804,ee placed hands on guide tube/workdeck squeezing left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3805,"employee stated that employee was cutting a piece of new belt, when the blade of employee's knife broke causing employee's right pinky finger to be cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3806,ee was pulling on his pocket knife trying to cutthe strings on the decoration. the knife slipped& stuck his left forearm required stitches returned to full duty same afternoon,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3807,employee was tightening a drill bit on drill prod. the chuck key slipped causing employee to hit knuckle to hit the drill bit and cutting the knuckle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3808,"the employee was pushing dirt over a 20 ft. bank, and thought he had enough dirt in front of the dozer to drive off the embankment to a level below. there was not enough dirt in front of the dozer and it nose dived to the lower level, causing a whip lash effect to the employees neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -3809,employee was working on hoist chain of drill when the socket slipped striking him on the lower lip causing a laceration which required 3 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3810,"ee entered guarded area of palletizer, with machine running, attempting to straighten up a product box, when machine struck ee under left arm and pushed him into support post. injuring (broke) 3 ribs on r side, bruising lung and injuring pneumothorax.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3811,employee was taking the plm high voltage coupling loose from the section power center. the employee pulled the spanner wrench toward ee to loosen because of a metal guard that was on the back of the power center. when the coupling broke loose the end of the spanner wrench came back and struck ee in the mouth knocking ee's right front tooth out.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3812,"received documentation 09/28/11. while setting a piece of pipe down on a flat bed, the tip of his left 3rd finger was caught between the pipe and flatbed, causing a fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3813,"the pneumatic grease pump wasn't working so ee was trying to see what was wrong. he took the pump cover off and heard air escaping. he put the middle finger on his left hand into the pump body to feel for an air leak. as he did this, the piston which was in a raised position cycled down and cut the finger off at the first joint from the finger tip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3814,ee was chipping slag on a hitachi ex1000 shovel when debris entered behind his shield and went behind his safety glasses according to the employee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3815,"while jointing granite with hand tool, piece of metal chipped off from hand tool and entered employee's right leg",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3816,"employee stated employee was assisting in hanging the roof bolt machine cable. employee lifted the cable up, and as employee brought employee's hand back, employee's left thumb came in contact with a pie pan. this resulted in a laceration, which required six (6) sutures to close the wound. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3817,was cleaning a mold. moved latex to fit into a mold. hand was on edge of mold and got caught between molds which cut finger tip off.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3818,"employee was working on the roof bolting machine when his left arm began to hurt. there was no fall, striking, pinch or other impact. employee was examined by a doctor and treated for acute bursitis.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3819,ee alleges he strained his back handling rock at a head drive.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3820,"ee was operating a dion dozer ripping a large knoll mound, constantly looking behind the dozercausing his neck muscles to strain & spasm",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3821,a piece of channel iron got caught on expanded metal. the worker used a johnson bar to pry the channel free. the channel sprung up and struck arm causing a laceration. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3822,stacking 50# bags on a pallet. left elbow dislocated when he threw a bag on the pallet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -3823,"hammering pins to remove teeth on excavator piece of metal chipped off hammer, embedded in skin, lower right forearm. ee was seen by dr on date of injury. 1st aid was provided (cleaned area). when piece of metal did not work its way out on its own the decision was made to surgically remove on 7/5. this is being reported now, based on the medical procedure done on 7/5/16. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3824,"employee was assisting with a conveyor belt replacement. he was removing an idler roll from the conveyor. as he was removing the roller, the far end of the roller dropped down and his thumb got pinched between the roller and conveyor frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3825,employee was stacking 50# bags of hydrated lime and felt numbness in his left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3826,"a number of hole plugs had been driven over by drill & compacted very tight. while pulling on one with pliers, he felt a strain to his left elbow. he continued working & noticed swelling, as the swelling continued the pain set in & increased. employee was taken to the e.r. where he was given 2 injections. one for pain & the other was an antibiotic.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3827,"ee was cleaning #1 finish mill pit and bucket handle broke, bucket fell hitting a chunk in the bottom causing it to ricochet up hitting ee in the left side of ee's face causing a bruise and a small abrasion ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3828,injured employee sustained a laceration to his left arm just above the elbow while using a razor knife in an attempt to cut a rope in the mine shop. the laceration required eight sutures to close. the employee finished the shift and did not miss any scheduled work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3829,"employee was tighting roller bolt on d11r dozer, employee was lying on his back while tighting bolt and socket spun off head of bolt causing metal shavings to fly in employee eye, employee did have safety glasses on",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3830,"ee was moving miner cable out of the roadway. when pulling, he pulled and strained his back. note- the safety dept was not notified of this accident until the 18th of april. his first day away from work was april 16th. ee is to be on complete bed rest for the next two weeks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3831,"ee was bolting, as he was drilling a hole, a rock fell. ee's hand was on the boom at the time the rock fell. it mashed his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3832,"employee was installing concrete forms and had to pull a nail with claw hammer. when the nail came free the employee's hand came back and struck another form with a protruding screw, resulting in a laceration to the knuckle on the right hand, requiring five stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3833,employee strained shoulder/rotator cuff lifting drill steel from a pick-up. an initial visit to md. place ee on restricted lifting and physical therapy-but resulted in no lost time or change in duties. after no significant improvement with physical therapy-an mri was ordered 4/23/12-surgery performed 6/14/2012.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3834,"employee stooped down to pick up a box weighing approximatley 20 lbs. as he raised from stooped position, twisted slightly and felt a pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3835,"employee was working on a flatbed trailer in the garage. employee was removing the air spring, it fell, employee reached to catch it, left ring finger was pinched between the air spring and a piece of metal. cut/broke finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3836,"while changing rollers on #2 main north belt, employee felt pain in stomach and noticed belly button was pushing out. this did not involve any compliance issues and there was no equipment involved. personal protective equipment was being utilized and this did not involve job proficiency, or attitude. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3837,employee was removing a bolt from a cutting edge on a skid steer loader. the bolt head was very sharp and cut through his glove. four stitches were required. he returned to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3838,"making belt move, lifting belt structure, had pain in lower back & neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3839,tool box lid fell while ee was reaching into box and broke ee's right forearm. he started missing work 7-25-2006.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3840,"re-hanging ventilation tubes on 9 south mains left side (mmu 065) 334 block overcast when the tubes fell again, striking the employee and causing him to feel pain in his lower back. no problems with regulatory issues, mining equipment, ppe, or training.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3841,employee was lifting a vibrator with a set of come alongs. the come alongs slipped and the injured felt pain in his neck and shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3842,two workers were doing repair work on the top deck of the telesmith screen which required some welding. one was helping hold the metal to be welded into place while the other did the welding. he apparently suffered some flash burns while the metal was being tacked into place even though he was in the open & not looking directly at the arc. he didn't have difficulty until that night,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -3843,"while cleaning crusher with jackhammer, while dislodging jackhammer, he felt lower back pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3844,was in squatting position installing roof bolts and dropped boom on knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3845,"while using washbay, the employee hit elbow on a hand rail causing pain and swelling. he was seen by a physician, and fluid was drained from the swollen area of the elbow. released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3846,"ee struck his head against the bottom of the loader fender well resulting in a 4"" laceration requiring 7 stitches. ee was cleaning up after welding a plate to the bottom of the loader frame. ee bumped his head on the frame causing his hardhat to fall under the exposed fender well. ee retrieved his hardhat in his hand & as he straightened up, struck his head against fender.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3847,"mechanic was installing jack stands under a dozer using screw drivers to pry up on upper section. the upper section started to slide down, he reacted by putting his left hand on the upper section. the upper section grabbed his glove as it slide down and pulled his middle finger into the area between the upper and lower section. resulting in a laceration and a fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3848,employee carrying heavy tools on shoulder while climbing ladder to get to crane. result was separation of right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3849,"after a long shift operator was walking the dozer down the access road from the pit and while trying to make the turn at a switchback got the tracks too far over the berm and slid down and rolled dozer down the slope, it rolled once with a slow slide.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -3850,ee was cutting a piece of rubber belting with a razor knife. while pulling the knife toward him it slipped and he stabbed himself in the left forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3851,"working on a conveyor, went to lift the guard when he felt pain in his lower back. didn't treat until 11/16/2015.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3852,employee was splicing a pilot line when he cut his ring finger with a belt knife. resulting a laceration and 6 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3853,was carrying a chain down the longwall face and felt a pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3854,"the ee lost control of his jackleg while repositioning the drill. the drill ""bucked"" and came over on him. as he fell to the floor the drill came down and caught his hand between the drill and rocks on the sill floor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3855,employee was splitting wood with hammer and chisel when he hit his right index finger with the hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3856,"ee was cleaning out scale. as he was putting the top doors back on, he felt a ""pop"" in his left elbow, followed by pain and cramping in his left bicep.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3857,was changing oil screen on 992 loader when a piece of metal fell in left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3858,an employee pinched his index finger on the wheel of a gate valve between the wheel and the valve flange. this resulted in a fracture to the tip of his index finger and two sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3859,"injured employee was in the process of fueling a caterpillar d-9r dozer when he slipped and lost his footing. the employee grabbed onto the dozer with his right hand supporting all of his weight with his right arm. the result was a right bicep tendon rupture, return to work with modified duty. no lifting over 5 lbs with the right arm may require surgery pending medical evaluations.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3860,"employee stated while washing around caustic tank with water hose, chemical splashed on his left arm on 7/14/11. employee did not report injury until 7/13/11 after obtaining medical treatment. employee lost 4 days work and returned on 8/8/11.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3861,employee was using a pry bar to loosen a part. he put the pry bar on the ground and began to step away and felt a sharp pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3862,"injured employee was struck by a hoist cylinder when it unexpectedly broke loose from lifting devices, as it was being removed from a 777d rock truck. the 630 lb. cylinder struck his left leg as he was kneeling in close proximity to the work area fracturing the femur and fibula in his left leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3863,ee was turning sand pump with a pipe wrench. while turning the shaft got caught between the wrench and the pump base.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3864,employee was assisting a vendor in lowering an equipment part out of the back of a truck at the surface maintenance shop when he heard a tearing sound. when he looked down at his arm he saw that the bicep muscle was out of place. diagnosed as a ruptured biceps tendon and placed on restricted duty 07/24/07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3865,employee was on stomach working on a fletcher scaler trying to re-connect a #20 hose. employee felt left rib pain and could not finish the job. physician?s diagnosis was contusion to left chest wall.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3866,it was a clear monday morning. ee came from 2 days off. he was inspecting equipment preparing to start up for the day & he caught his hand in the door.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3867,"two employees were in the process of replacing refuse flume screen panels. they lowered the panel (2' x 4', 150 lbs) to the deck by hand. at this point, the middle and ring finger of his left hand were caught between the deck and the screen panel. he was referred to an orthopedic surgeon where it was determined he had incurred fractures to the tip of both fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3868,"employee claims he was removing a ""pivot support"" for r-50 euclid truck and felt pain in his left shoulder (reported 10-6-03).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3869,"the employee involved was working at the process tanks to remove a 12"" spool pipe on slurry cooler #3 at phase ii. when tapping the spool piece out the vic coupling failed to hold vic 741 in place. the valve popped out of its groove releasing acidic slurry into the work area. the employee received 1st and 2nd degree burns to the wrist, neck area and right elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3870,"ee was going to the main level of plant 3 to turn on the 2"" gate valve. on the way up he saw co-worker, picked up a sand clog and threw it at him hitting him in the left side of the face. co-worker picked up piece of rubber from a trash pile and threw it at the ee not knowing the object had steel in it. it caused a puncture on his right thigh requiring one stitch.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3871,the operator applied the socket to the segment bolt head on the d8 dozer sprocket and was in the process of applying downward pressure when the socket came loose resulting in left thumb getting caught between the wrench handle and the lifting eye on the right pusher arm. the operator sustained a laceration requiring three stitches and fracture to the left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3872,"employee, shovelling spilled material off belt line, felt groin pull. no treatment. wrote up groin pull again on 12/26/07. still no treatment. on 1/10/08 employee decided to go to doctor. ldw was 1/11/08. lta as of 1/14/08.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3873,"employee was lowering a 5 gal bucket of stone patching agent down into belly pan when he pulled his shoulder, employee continue to work, on 9/16/2013 employee was placed on company furlough, on 9/26/2013 while on furlough employee had surgery for partial tear to left shoulder due to this injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3874,"employee claims they were installing a stick of glue into the roof when they slipped and fell from the miner and struck their back against the rib protector. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -3875,"two men moving used mill liners on pallet. scraped left leg causing injury. was taken to emergency room in abilene, tx and received six stitches.returned to work same day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3876,ee was bolting top & caught his right thumb between drill pot & drills steel causing a fracture & laceration,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3877,"while attempting to flip a gate on screen #1, the gate handle struck the employee's chest, causing him to strike his back on the screen.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3878,while assisting a co worker repair the feeder. the co worker was performing grinding activities. the employee was wearing his safety glasses and felt something in his eye. the following day he was seen at the clinic for removal of a piece of metal and drilling to remove rust. he was allowed to return to work on 09/28/2011,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3879,"the worker said that he was laying out belt structure, he lifted a piece of structure and felt a pop in his back. on 8/10/10 the worker said that he was having trouble with his back. ee sought medical treatment on 8/12/10 and on 8/18/10 was placed on restricted work duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3880,ee was drilling a hole with a hydraulic drill and twisted his left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3881,not securing the pin while trying to remove it from a load block for repairs. the pin fell to the ground smashing the employees finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3882,employee was helping to install the bottom roller when the framing slid and mashed his left index finger between the roller and the belt structure. (fracture of left index finger),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3883,while chaning motor coupler to higher position so he could hook tongue of track cleaner to 15 ton motor he felt pain in lower back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3884,"employee was working at the cold end of calcination. while using a maul to open a valve, he smashed his right index finger between the maul & the breaker bar. finger was x-rayed and found to be fractured. he is scheduled to see an ortho hand specialist on friday, october 3, 2008.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3885,"ee was cleaning spillage from a walkway along the crusher. some of the material was frozen, so a spud bar was being used to loosen it. one ee was using spud bar & 2nd ee was shoveling it off t he walkway. the spud bar bounced off a stone and the other end of the bar struck the ee in the forehead causing laceration to his forehead above the right eye. he received 3 sutures to close",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3886,employee was cutting brackets when a gust of wind blew debris into his eye. glasses and face shield were used.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3887,"employee was jackleg bolting. while grabbing jackleg, bolt fell out and hit employee on the forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3888,"employee was shoveling lime under conveyor by robo bagger-he felt a pull and twinge in lower back. on september 13, 2007 still has pain-had mri and found ruptured disc.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3889,"a utility crew was assigned to complete rehab work at the 1600 haulage corridor, which entailed removing utility lines. a team of three employees were utilizing a scissor deck with a pipe handler to remove 10"" steel pipe. they had removed one pipe section and were starting to disconnect the second pipe when they sustained injuries.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3890,employee was pulling a gate handle when it awkwardly bent ee's wrist resulting in injury,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3891,employee was inserting glass pipette into pipette pump and it shattered cutting finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3892,"employee opened a one-touch door above the separator to release some pressure. as he turned to walk away, material erupted from the chute creating a cloud of hydrated lime around him. material got behind safety glasses and into both eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3893,this employee had a foreign body fall into his left eye as he operated a jumbo drill. the employee was inside the drill's enclosed cab when the foreign body entered his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3894,"a piece of a cone shaped plate was being lifted into place. the plate started to tip over and the supervisor said to let it fall because it was still attached to the chain fall. while the supervisor was talking, ee reached out to grab the chain and cut left middle finger on top of the plate. ee had not yet put gloves on.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3895,repetitive motion injury to right wrist,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3896,"injured miner was using a pry bar to lift a bearing on a loto'd pump to remove shims under it. lifted bearing and used fingers to remove shim, pry bar slipped dropping bearing, catching left index tip of finger cutting it off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3897,were changing and repairing truck tires. tire iron flew up and hit upper part of left arm above elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3898,"ee was repairing the pneumatic grease gun, he removed the air line thinking that he had disconnected the energy. he then removed the side covers and began to clean out the grease fron under the piston. while doing this the grease gun fired causing the piston to crush his left index finger behind the first knuckle. the finger tip could not be repaired and was removed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3899,ee had a metal strip dogged down and when he turned around the dog broke loose and hit him in the back. he did not report then. reported 10/16/13.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3900,the employee strained his back while manually lifting a bulldozer trunion cap from the bulldozer push arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3901,employee was greasing bullgear and right hand slipped and right index finger was pulled between bullgear and idler gear crushing it. right finger was amputated at the knuckle. he returned to w ork on 2-7-01. he is expected to return to work full duty on 2-19-01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3902,employee was carrying and spreading rock dust bags when she felt pain in her left shoulder. lta effective 10/06/14.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3903,"ee was assisting coworkers with maintenance/relining on pebble mill #02. while performing lifting, bending of lining block, ee claims he strained his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3904,ee strained his back while moving angle iron fromt he rack to saw. he felt pain. he has experienced back strains int he past but required medical care for this incident. he was taken off work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3905,ameron provides a yearly hearing test to all employees and a hearing booth is used. ee off loaded hearing booth from truck and placed booth in main office; strained right side of low back/hip muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3906,employee was venting a railcar. once the pressure was released the employee walked off the railcar on to the trans loader and down the stairs. he walked 50 feet and reported to the other employees he could not breathe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -3907,strained lower back while shoveling snow on walkway between central shops and building,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3908,ee was prying on a piece of metal with a rockbar and it slipped and struck ee's hand on guardrail.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3909,the locomotive operator closed the engine door on his finger after checking the oil.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3910,"employee was using a volt meter to test the alternator voltage on a 16 g motor grader. his foot slipped causing him to lose balance. as he tried to catch himself his left hand contacted the fan, resulting in multiple fractures and lacerations of his hand and fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -3911,"installing eight inch aluminum pipe, right middle finger was caught when two joints were being put together. the laceration required 13 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3912,sliced finger picking up piece of pipe. required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3913,employee bent over to lift a return roller for conveyor replacement.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3914,changing the blow bars on the crusher when the pedestal for the blow bar came loose and hit the handrail. the handrail hit the ee. ee was hit on the right side of his stomach and top of his right hip bone. he suffered bruising and a minor abrasion to his stomach area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3915,"ee was installing roof bolts in top, when roof bolt plate slid down roof bolt, hitting operator on left arm, cutting his left forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -3916,the employee was filling a water tank and when ee slid the hose across the tank the valve came open and the pressure cause the hose to come up and hit ee in the mouth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3917,"employee was releasing water from hopper for slick line wash out by pulling on plunger, when he felt a pain in his abdomen area. no days away from work, five pre-scheduled days off then rtw light duty on 2/29/12.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3918,ee was removing rock from the #7 head rock box when a piece of rock he had lifted shifted and slid onto his finger. he was transported to boone memorial where he received stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3919,"employee stated he was operating continuous miner, top bumped, piece of rock fell striking him on the leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3920,"ee stated while bending over to stretch wrap a pallet of lime bags he felt a ""pop"" and pain in his back. the wrapper weighed approx. 10 pounds. ee was placed on light duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3921,"ee and co-worker were sealing a hole on the 3rd stage expansion joint on the 2nd floor of the preheater tower. co-worker was crouched on one side of the pipe scraping off the old patch. ee was crouched on the other side of the piping in front of the open hole. hot material spewed from thecrack in the pipe and struck ee around the rt. ear, face and arm. small 2nd deg. burn on ear.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -3922,backing roof bolter out of face he had his right foot outside of the operator's compartment and caught his foot between the roof bolter and loose coal and rock on the mine floor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3923,"employee states he broke a tooth when a choker hit him in the mouth while unhooking a shackle from a piece of steel. he sought detal treatment on 5/15/09 for a crown and dental impressions, hence the reason report was not sent at time of injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3924,7 employees were setting-up a spill board on the belt tail when the spill board suddenly dropped and caught the employee's fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3925,the ee was helping his foreman bolt a cut and when he swung his drill head out to install his first bolt a small stone slid off of the canopy and struck his rt. hand cutting his middle and ring fingers. 4 stitches total.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3926,victim and co-worker were placing a mandoor in a stopping when his fingers were caught inbetween the door flange and the block. he received four sutures on his left ring finger and five sutures on his left middle finger. no time was lost due to the injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3927,emp. was swinging a 2 lb pin hammer to remove a link froman mbc conveyor chain when he felt a pain in his right elbow. emp. requested medical attention. he was taken to er and given restrictions and pain medication.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -3928,"ee failed to properly block a rear suspension and it slipped, striking his left arm causing a fracture and a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3929,digging rock debris from underneath the hopper of a conveyor belt. pushed shovel into pile of rock and felt a small pop and then a sharp pain went through his right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3930,"while closing a 3"" steam valve with a pipe wrench, in a sitting position using a pulling motion, strained the left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3931,"employee stated that he was standing beside parts truck while another employee was dislodging a stuck piece of steel plate in the parts truck bed with a sledge hammer. when the employee was swinging the hammer against the steel plate, he missed and the hammer slipped out of his hands striking the injured employee in the mouth area causing a laceration requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3932,employee was operating the chain trolley on a 3 ton electric crane when they felt a pop in their elbow. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3933,"unhooked come-a-long from drive bushing, piece of metal sliced outside left index finger. went to hospital got 17 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3934,"while six maintenance personnel were replacing three grizzly bars in the #5 clinker cooler, they came in contact with hot dust and air and suffered serious burns. before entering the cooler, production and maintenance personnel executed procedures to prevent material flow, empty the cooler, remove loose material, and lock out operating equipment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -3935,"employee was installing ""skirt"" on office trailer when he cut his finger on a piece of metal flashing under the trailer. 5 stitches required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3936,"removing old rollers from wet rock feeder area. picked up last roller to toss through handrail. right hand, ring finger got caught on sharp end of roller while throwing roller through the handrail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3937,"ie was assisting another ee make a belt splice. ie was holding the nail board in place while the other ee was striking it with a hammer. ie's finger slipped sideways as other ee was hitting the nail board, striking ie's finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3938,employee was prying on a broken coupler part with a screw driver. the screw driver slipped and traveled upward under his safety glasses. he received a corneal abrasion. the injury is reportable for prescription salve applied to the eye at the doctor's office.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3939,while preparing to attach the come a long to a sling wrapped around the end of the motor a sliver of steel on the chain lacerated the palm of his left hand proximal of the digits of the hand and distal of the thumb joint for a length of approximately 1 inch. injured taken to physician and 6 stitches to close wound. no work restrictions or lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3940,"trying to lift hood on mack truck and it caught and employee pulled second time and something popped in shoulder. r. shoulder/cervical strain plan - alternate ice & heat to area, take naproxen (he already has a prescription) robavin 750 mg & ultram 50 mg. follow up in one week - use sling provided - no use of r. arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3941,employee was pulling electric welder by himself and felt the pull in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3942,ee was shoveling 1-c belt and felt pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3943,injured employee was pulling track 60# rails into a spur when the rail caught a tie causing the employee to experience pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3944,employee stopped her truck and got out to move a ten inch rock at dump site. while she was getting back in her truck she said her back popped.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3945,"ee was walking between the rib line and no. 1 shield when a piece of roof coal 3' w x 8' ol x 6-8"" thick fell striking ee on the back, knocking him into #1 shield or back of stage loader, stri king left side of face on metal components.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3946,ee was removing and replacing side wedges of jawcrusher. the drive ratchet broke causing the wrench to pinch his hand between the crusher frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3947,while pulling hose on pumper truck felt severe pain in neck. employee did not seek medical attention until 7/16/07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3948,employee was using a torque multiplier. the extension slipped out of the mechanics hand and come back around and struck ee in the left forearm. this caused a laceration in the back side of the forearm. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3949,the injured employee was in the process of rolling a bent track rail out of travelway before moving a scoop. the rail rolled unexpectedly causing the employee's right ring finger to get caught between the rail and side of scoop car.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3950,"employee was stripping the outer insulation off of #6 gauge submersable electric wire (outer diameter 1-1/16"") utilizing a razor knife. the knife blade slipped/skipped off the poly-vinyl insulation. upon slipping off of the insulation, the knife blade came in contact with the inner left leg, approx 4"" above the knee, causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3951,"when employee carried a heavy object on his shoulder his arm went numb. arm and hand kept ""tongling"" after he put load down.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3952,employee reported ee believes ee's shoulder was injured over time working on the crusher. no one particular incident was reported.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3953,"ee was prying on a drag chain, pry bar slipped and ee's elbow contacted a sprocket requiring 4 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3954,"attempting to straighten bolt, bolt flexed striking and cutting finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3955,"he is an experienced electrician conducting an elevator inspection. he was wearing all of his protective equipment and his training was current. as he descended the ladder from the inspection platform, the door to the hatch got away from him and closed onto his right hand causing a fracture of a metacarpal bone.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3956,"holding onto prybar, rolling over a coupling and come-a-long that was connected to a stump. a piece of the stump broke off causing the coupling to roll back. left shoulder and prybar caught in forward motion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3957,employee apparently walked in the spray of a high pressure sprayer. ee received a laceration on right upper leg requiring surgery. employee is currently off work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3958,"operator had window of dozer open, had his hand on frame, latch holding window open broke, window slammed shut on his hand - he didn't go to the dr.'s until 6-24-02. took x-rays - broke bone in hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3959,"was under dozer changing roller. twisted and pulled wrong way, strained low back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3960,employee was cleaning out chute at plant. he moved a rock causing another rock to smash his fingers on his left hand. the fingers had to have a total of 18 stitches and it fractured his ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3961,"employee was making a cable splice, while using a 4lb hammer to hit the knocker. the side of the anvil broke. a piece of metal splintered and cut the skin and the metal embedded just behind the left thumb. the doctor removed the piece of metal and put one stitch in to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3962,on 3-26-04 the miner was in a man basket using an impact wrench to tighten bolts and felt a pain. became aware of chiropractic treatment on 4-16-04.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3963,"employee was opening side door on box trailer, where wet hole bags are stored. employee pulled handle to unlatch door when handle sprung around striking employee above right eye, causing a laceration above right eye approximately 1 inch in length. employee received 4 stitches to the laceration. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3964,while performing maintenance a door closed on the ee leg bruising and scraping the skin on theee leg. the ee doctor instructed the ee to stay home.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3965,employee was using a sledge hammer to break a nut loose on a crusher. he complained of back soreness the next day. he did not note having any pain until he was at home that night.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -3966,"ee was trimming conveyor belt using a utility knife. the belt cut easier than ee expected, resulting in the knife travelling past the conveyor belt and making contact with the ee's leg. the contact resulted in a laceration requiring sutures. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3967,"the employee was installing ceiling light fixtures. the employee was setting a light fixture down, the fixture slipped out of his grasp and a sharp edge on the fixture cut his left thumb and middle finger. the lacerations required sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3968,"employee was replacing the drive roller in receiver 1. during testing he turned on the wrong valve & receiver came down on his hand - contusion, pain, swelling.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3969,ee was cutting band off cable with utility knife. knife slipped and he cut his left hand.\,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3970,"while cleaning a buildup of material in a receiving chute, ee smashed left little finger between the hand tool and chute.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3971,injured was adjusting a bottom belt roller to align belt and struck his right index finger against a belt roller bracket fracturing it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3972,member stated there was a burr or something on his drill steel that caught his left glove and jerked his left hand and thumb causing a fracture to his thumb. member returned on his next regular shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3973,while changing cutting edge on loader holding bolt in place - the bolt wasn't all the way in and the impact wrench made it slip and slice my left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3974,employee helping to install a new banana screen on a dewatering screen. as they were lowering the screen it shifted lacerating his arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3975,he was stacking ledge stone into a pile when the person behind- who was throwing stone into the same pile accidentally hit him in the head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3976,ee pulled a muscle in his lower back while shoveling debris from a belt conveyor in the crushing& screening area. he was seen at the clinic & released to light duty. no lost time involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3977,employee was grinding on a dipper when he felt something in his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3978,miner was leaning over a piece of angle iron and injured ribs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3979,ee states he was holding a pc of steel to cut it and steel fell pulling his arm down causing pain in his right shoulder. ee did not report this injury or seek medical treatment until 8/7/09 when pain worsened. there is no est time associated with this injury. ee on modified duty pending orthopedic consult.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3980,"employee was using a hammer to remove a bearing from a shaft, when ee struck the bearing, a piece of metal flew back and struck ee on the left eye (employee was wearing safety glasses at the time).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -3981,this employee and another employee were on the belt cleaning out a rock jam. the other employee was pushing the rock up the belt to this employee who was lifting the rocks out and throwing them over the side. they were just about done when this employee encountered lower back pain. employee was taken by ambulance to the hospital. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3982,employee was opening dump valve on #9 pair with a wrench. wrench slipped and caught little finger between wrench and handrail.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -3983,employee was hooking up air to the trailer and hand slipped and finger bent backwards.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3984,employee was replacing cable on door trip for p&h shovel when his finger was pinched between the cable and the drum fracturing and lacerating the tip of his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -3985,"while crawling employee struck left knee on a piece of rock. employee did not miss any work but was placed on restricted duty, effective 11-8-01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -3986,mechanic was removing bolts from the bellypan on the dozer. he was using his legs for added leverage on the wrench used to remove the bolts. he felt pain in his left knee a few minutes later. the mechanic did not feel medical attention was needed at the time. he was given a steriod shot in his left knee on 8/11/2005.*original edoc # 230590*,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3987,changing a water box on a bolter machine when he dropped the box on his left finger causing a fractured finger tip. medical treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3988,ee was using a 6.5 foot long drill steel to try to pry the keeper pins into place on the battery scoop. the drill steel slipped and hit the employee on the right side of his neck and on the right jaw. ee was knocked unconscious for approximately 15 seconds.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3989,was putting a new screen in the screening plant when the screen fell on his finger smashing it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3990,"while changing pump motor a bleed valve handle to hot water line caught on coverall collar, opening valve wich sprayed hot water on employee's back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -3991,"employee was loading a bulk truck, struck above left eye with unknown object. cut to skin just above eye requiring 9 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -3992,pushing stone back thorugh teeth pulled stomach muschles,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -3993,ee was changing a bit on the dmmii drill when he felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3994,ee was giving signals to the person running the boom truck. he signaled for him to hoist down and instead the operator boomed down. the boom struck a bank of oxygen and handrail. the handrail when struck also hit the ee int he back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,No Value Found -3995,while hand scaling at the mine face the employeestated that he had pulled something on the left side of his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3996,"employee was stepping down from haul truck to walking surface, and felt a twisting sensation in his right knee. incident was filed as a precautionary report on 12/09/2008, and was changed to an rwi on 01/07/2009 as a result of the restrictions placed on the employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -3997,employee was walking across from #7 to #8 entry on #3 unit when he felt his lower back pop. he had been loading pins and boards on the right bolter earlier that morning. this accident happened on 12/3/2013 he continued to work till he had back surgery on 07/15/2014.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -3998,"ee was roof bolting when a piece of draw rock 12"" round & o-1"" thick fell and hit his left arm. he required 6 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -3999,the man was making a splice in a cable when the screwdriver slipped and lacerated his thumb. the man worked until 4-27-09 at which time he reported off.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4000,"employee was working on a continuos miner boom lift jack when his hammer hit the pinch, the pinch broke and flew back striking him in the jaw causing a laceration, he recieved 4 stitches in his cheek",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4001,"while installing 6ft resin bolt using a rrii fletcher bolter, the bolt came out of drill pot on machine striking employee in the left arm and causing a contusion on the left arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4002,"while trying to install missing tire on loader, lifting with bar had a hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4003,material sprayed on ee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4004,the employee went to see the company doctor on 1/28/2006 and was placed on restricted duty. the employee was grinding on the crusher bowl threads when a foreign object became embedded in his l-eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4005,ee said he was pushing concrete counterweights that are fastened to conveyor belt to the right to line the bolt up for guide pipe when he said his right knee popped.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4006,employee was swinging a sledgehammer to drive in a final drive motor when the employee felt pain in the right arm. injured was diagnosed with a elbow sprain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -4007,"while lowering a three stage hydrolic cylinder from its normal position to the ground. he placed his fingers between the two upper stages, and the unit did not have pressure which allowed it t o move and pinch the fingers onto the stage sleeve.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4008,"while employee was placing 620 roller return onto conveyor belt, right hand became stuck between roller and belt and caused sprain to right wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4009,employee was closing 4-3 suction value when the hammer contacted 4-4 suction value and jammed his right wrist. right wrist strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4010,"employee was cutting down a piece of line curtain using a utility knife. he slipped on bottom, lost his balance and cut his right thigh-laceration-6 stitiches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -4011,"originally not msha reportable: recurrance aggravation 4/2001. using high pressure water (woma gun) on k3 slope gun in port overhead headlevel. gun jumped while pulling trigger. 3,000- 4,000 psi",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4012,"employee squatted down to loosen a bolt was unable to stand back up. lumbar strain. was unaware of termination until now, 12/14/09.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4013,"employee was attempting to take off the lug nuts on the wheel of the anfo hauling trailer. a lug that was tight broke loose. when the lug broke loose, the employee went with it and caused him to hit his head (just above his left eye) on the trailer. employee's glasses were bent and head was cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -4014,employee was removing steps from crusher platform and they fell on employee's foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4015,"ee was walking in high intersection then started into part which was lower striking a roof bolt plate, puncturing his eye, ee was wearing safety glasses.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4016,"employee was cleaning muck car, when foreign struck him in right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4017,"employee was loading a pressure valve from ground level into an equipment basket. the valve rotated as it was being lifted over the compartment dividers. as it rotated and slipped, it pinched employee's left index finger between the valve and basket frame causing a small laceration and fracture to the tip of the finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4018,employee picked up a full can of welding rod by grasping the sharp edge of the top. the weight of the can caused the sharp edge to cut through employee's leather glove and into his left index finger. he received 5 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4019,"apprentice was loading 5"" pipe into a cart, when the pipe moved and pinched his pinky finger against the cart rail which caused a laceration to his right pinky finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4020,the miner was lifiting and moving 50 lb bags of filter media when he sprained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4021,mobile equipment supervisor dropped bucket tooth on right hand while examinining tooth. requested medical evaluation following week (9/13/10). physician prescribed anti-inflammatory medication with no restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4022,"while taking lifting beam off crane, it turned over and struck the leg of the crane helper causing a simple fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4023,"the man was lifting belt structure with a lifting jack. while lowering the jack, the man's hand slipped off the handle and the handle struck him on the lip. report filed for medical treatment only(stitches)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4024,employee was swinging 20 lb hammer in panel sb14 driving pin enter support frame. felt pop in his left shoulder. ee did not miss any work but was restricted on overtime.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -4025,ee was roof bolting and had a piece of drill steel in his hand and was dropping boom of bolter and the boom caught the drill steel and pushed it down on his right foot. this fractured his 2nd toe next to his big toe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4026,employee noted that small telescoping boom on the jlg manlift broke loose and suddenly slid down inside the bigger boom causing ee to hit chest on the control panel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4027,"employee was attempting to lift a transmission, and felt a sharp pain in their back and couldn't stand up straight afterwords.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4028,employee was pulling an old belt pin out of a splice when a piece of the pin or the vise-grips hit employee in the eye. employee was wearing ppe. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4029,"employee & co-worker were patching a railcar from underneath the car, it was a tight spot, when 2 small pieces of rust got behind his safety glasses & became lodged in his eye. we were unsuccessful in removing the specks with water so he was taken to an eye dr. who removed it. he was prescribed eye drops as a precaution for any eye infection. he then returned to work that day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4030,"climbing off loader ladder, twisted wrong.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4031,"a miner was injured while in the process of changing the canopy post on a twin boom roof bolter in mmu 006-0. as the canopy was being lifted off the operators' side, the canopy fell and caused pinched tip of the injured miners' finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4032,"storing the 2"" x 100 ft water hose used to wash the dredge deck and barges. as ee was pulling the charged hose, ee twisted and felt a sudden lower back pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4033,"ee was unloading mono-rail trucks out of the bed of an izusu pickup and putting them into a cable skid. as ee tossed the last mono-rail truck onto the pile, it started to fall off of the pile and as the ee attempted to catch the mono-rail truck he smashed his #5 finger on his right hand. the tip of the bone was fractured and 8 stitches were required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4034,"changing dowls on miner head, hit right shoulder on miner head",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4035,hitting insert in the continuous miner with a hammer piece of metal went into index finger. had to be removed by a doctor embedded object. the piece of metal was removed and he returned back on his next shift without restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4036,employee was unloading 55 gal drums of anti-freeze off a wagon at the longwall ramp. employee got his finger pinched between 2 drums.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4037,the employee stated he was loading a bag on turn buckles into the mine jeep and he felt a pain in his left shoulder when he threw the bag into the jeep. note: the employee returned to work on his next scheduled work shift. he later started missing and management learned on 8/20/04 that the employee had a slight tear to his rotator cuff.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -4038,"while loading a pipe welding machine on to a mechanic's truck, the employee received a laceration on the meaty part of his left hand. the laceration was caused by the untrimmed cable and locat ed at the lifting hook on the imt mechanic's hoist. laceration required 4 stitches to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4039,was knocking a bit out of miner with another bit and hit left thumb with hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4040,"was attempting to find vinyl hose which was stored in metal container approx 30"" high. retaining rings were setting on top of lid, he grabbed ring to slide off onto floor. it started rolling toward him, he reached out to grab it to stop it from hitting leg, he felt a pop in elbow area. strained right bicep tendon.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4041,employee was wearing gloves and getting tools out of a toolbox. the toolbox lid closed on the employees left index finger. once the employee removed employees glove employee had a small cut that required stitches and a finger splint. the employee was released back to work with light duty restrictions. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4042,"the employee alleges that they were installing a conveyor belt, and when they were tightening with a wrench, it fell on his security glasses and scratched his left eye brow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4043,employee was putting stones into saw-overtime started feeling pain in his left shoulder. repetetive use injury-restricted duty employee didn't report injury until 8-23-05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4044,employee was removing grinding bowl from grinding machine to set it on a table. when he was carrying to the table he felt a sharp pain from the back of his left shoulder to bottom left side of his back. bowl weighs approx 15 lbs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4045,"reportable only due to stitches: employee was shoveling on the slope and her hand contacted the top belt roller, caught thumb between the belt and roller.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -4046,employee was trimming the skirt on the conveyer and the uitility knife slipped and he cut his finger. it required 11 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4047,injured was struck in the head by a piece of guarding that was knocked loose when conveyor belt broke into.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4048,"a maintenance mechanic broke a metal cinching strap on a bundle of heater tubes. he used a pair of pliers to break the strap. when the strap broke, one end struck his left forearm causing a la ceration that required seven sutures to close. no restrictions or lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4049,"cutting a plastic zip tie from the fire extinguisher with a utility knife, knife slipped cutting ee's left hand. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4050,sand/dust debris in left eye resulting in minor corneal abrasion requiring eye drops for treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4051,employee lifted a 5 gallon bucket of oil and felt pain in the lower back and down right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4052,"miner was pulling himself out of the classifier, he felt a pop and pain in the left shoulder. miner was released to restrictive duty but voluntarily quit. the project has ended.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4053,"employee was working on replacing a hydraulic cylinder on an underground drill. while driving the pin in the cylinder mount, a piece of the pin hit him on the right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4054,employee was assisting with welding. complained of eye irritation. maxitrol and polymixin administered and given percocet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -4055,"ee was drilling when the auger hung up. when the drill came out, the handle swung around and hit ee on the right side , knocking him off his feet. lost time injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4056,"ee was operating the bobcat for clean up of spill ash material from the kiln inlet, apparntly when he stepped out of the bobcat some hot ash material fell in his left hand, causing a minor b urn that the ee treated himself with first aid creams and continued working shift. on 11-14-03 ee seek medical attention because of infection of his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -4057,"a 6 x 6 timber was jarred loose, fell & struck employee on his shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4058,strained right wrist while pulling up access ramp at semi bulk bagger z,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4059,"ie was taking the .75"" bolts out of the conveyor motor cover. when ee pulled upward with the ratchet, ee felt a pop and what felt like a shock in the shoulder and it ran down right arm. ee finished the job, and was still having pain at end of shift. on 1/11/17 the ie started missing work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4060,"impact with mini excavator bucket while operating, x-ray negative, bruised shoulder. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -4061,the employee injured ee's back while dismounting a 992g loader. the injury appeared to be a muscle strain on ee's left side. ee refused initial medical attention but later visited ee's primary care physician when the soreness didn't subside. ee was treated and given a full release. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4062,"using a grinder, grinder bound up, kicked back & cut knuckle on right index finger",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4063,employee was shoveling on the millennium portal slope when he felt pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4064,ee was getting out of his truck when he twisted his left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4065,"employee was loosening a nut with the torque wrench, he tapped it with a 10 lb sledge hammer and the nut and wrench came loose, striking left middle finger which caused a less than 1 inch laceration, requiring 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4066,employee was removing scraper assembly from jaw crusher when the u bolt broke causing scraper to fall on left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4067,"ee utilizing utility knife, was trimming rubber skirting material to align with receiving hopper; location of accident was c-12 stone plant.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4068,"holding a piece of steel to protect adjacent hydraulic lines from drill bit, drill bound up and the cord with the key chuck hit him in the mouth chipped a tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4069,shift began at 7:00 p.m. on 10/7/2008. employee was being loaded at a shovel when he experienced back pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -4070,"ee was installing a 12' vertical cable bolt. as he was putting the pin in the hole his middle finger on the left hand scraped the corner of the pin plate, causing a laceration. he received 7 stitches on his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4071,ee was cleaning rocks off a catwalk and strained his back. (ee was kicking/pushing the rocks off with his foot.),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4072,was pulling gear off of shaft on power tak off and finger became lodged between shaft & gear. the belt that drove gear had more tension on it than anticipated.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4073,the employee was lifting 50 lb chemical bags from the pallet to the feeder when the employee felt a pop and sudden pain in the employee's back. the employee's back continued to be sore after the incident. on 8/17/2020 the employee saw a chiropractor and received medical treatment for the injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4074,employee slammed finger in cab door of haul truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4075,ee was removing return idler on #9 raw feed belt when it rolled in his left hand causing a blow to his thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4076,he was attempting to straighten the top tray covers on the stageloader to put cribs on. while moving the trays he felt pain in his lower right side. this happened on 11/21/2008. he bagan missing work on 11/25/2008 for lower back strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4077,while breaking low structure apart ee pulled a rail off of a bottom stand and pinched finger between the rail and a bottom stand behind self. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4078,"when pulling tag lines from hoist to deck winch, employee got his hand caught between the snatch block & deck winch. he had his hand on the snatch block cable when the gloves he had on caught up in the snatch blocks, catching his fingers between the deck winch and the blocks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -4079,"ee was pouring waste oil into 500 gallon tank when he heard a popping sound in his right elbow, strain right elbow. he reported the incident to his supervisor and was recorded as information o nly as the ee did not think he needed medical help. he wanted to see if it would get better in time. when injury became worse with time, ee went to dr on 10-2-03.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4080,"ee was welding on a conveyor in a tunnel. when finished, eyes began to hurt at the end of the day",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -4081,"employee stated he was removing the tongue on a rescue chamber, to install it on the other end. when he lifted up on it he felt a sharp pain in his right elbow. he continued to work until the 24th when he was taken off work by the doctor with a torn tendon on the bicep.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4082,ee had drill steel hung in roof at the same timedrill steel was stopped up. while attempting to clean out head the drill steel turned loose striking left finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4083,while knocking bratice in tailgate entry a cement block fell on employee's left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4084,spent the day replacing return rollers using underhand motion at or above shoulder height.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4085,"while removing the cribbing form under the hitch of su75016 substation, ee turned towards the front of se03044 cable reeler and was then struck in the face by a section of the hitch cylinder c ontrol valve and c4 hydraulic oil.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4086,"while removing a stuck access door on the back of a vibratory screen deck, the door suddenly released, causing the employee to strain his left arm when he tried to catch the falling door. he was diagnosed by a physician with a hyperextension of his arm. he was returned to work on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4087,"i.e. was working on the fine refuse vibratory screen, he was climbing into work area he felt a ""pop"" in his left knee,and continued working. on 9/12/2013, the injured sought medical attention and was initially diagnosed with a strain of the left knee pending mri results. on 10/3/2013 the injured was taken off work. his first missed shift was 10/7/2013.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4088,drill helper was struck by falling drill rods,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4089,"while lifting a trashcan full of shop waste a ""pop"" sound was heard from the right elbow/bicep area of the miner's arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4090,employee was opening a cone valve in the calcination area of the plant and the cheeter bar he was using gave way resulting in a strain to his lower back. restrictions were issued.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4091,employee was down on his knees lifting a return belt roller into place. he was trying to do this from the catwalk instead of climbing down on the structure which is approximately 30 to 35 feet off the ground. he began to get a sharp pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4092,"while grinding on a material screen plant a foreign object got into his right eye. he didn't notice it until 5:00 in the evening when showering. he could feel something in his eye and reported it the following day at work and went to the doctor and a piece or rust was removed, he has a corneal abraison.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4093,injured cut a band from cribs with an axe and band flew back striking him in neck causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4094,"employee strained his lower back while pulling bags on hivac or running 6"" hose on hivac.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4095,"while installing a six foot bolt and plate, the employee pinched his thumb between the roof bolter head and roof bolt plate. this resulted in sutures to the left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4096,employee was changing a bearing on a screen and while pulling hard to break a bolt loose strained his abdomin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4097,"the employee was removing the 4"" dust suppression hose that was stopped up on hd-943 drill.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4098,"employee was in the process of installing a 10'roof bolt, he tied a piece of warning flagging around the bolt. it came off and he attempted to place it back above the plate catching his finger between the roof and the plate. when he pulled back he tore the tip end of his finger off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4099,dislodging rocks that were stuck in the jaw. rocks came together causing small chips and dirt tofly off and hitting ee in the eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4100,emp was installing pipe where the roadway bridge crosses the trench. emp was pulling on wrench when he felt a pop and pain in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4101,"on august 3, 2007 the employee was performing normal work as a bagging operator. the employee was not feeling well and later that evening went to the emergency room, and was later taken to slc for further care. during follow-up visits on 10/8/07, it was determined that the employee had an alergic reaction to metabisulfite.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4102,ee was standing beside the mine track at the portal and the rockduster wrecked off the track and caught his left leg. fractured leg. started missing 5-5-2010 and rtw 8-23-10 (75 days lost). ee started missing again due to complications on 11-1-2010.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -4103,ee was welding a crack on euclid truck in shop. during his work a metal shaving got into his left eye. he was wearing a full face shield but no secondary protection. his eye started hurting wh en he got off work that evening and went to dr. next afternoon. no lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4104,attemptting to install a roof bolt when a piece of draw rock fell striking him on left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4105,"ee was on the packaging b-line, moving the sewing head while the machine was still running. thisresulted in his right pinky being fulled in the belt drive. the fingertip was cut off. he was ta ken to the hospital where he received stitches. the employee was released to return to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -4106,employee from american tire company was at our site breaking beads on a tire on our equipment (2872). the bead breaker smashed the middle finger on right hand between the piece of equipment and the hydraulic pusher resulting in 20 stitches. the finger was not broke and no ligaments are involved. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4107,"kettle bottom/draw rock fell between t.r.s. and control station while he was drilling hitting ee on head, arm and hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4108,"heavy equipment operator was driving excavator to top of ""muck"" pile (muddy organic material remaining after deforestation of a swamp). the excavator's tracks unearthed a 15' oak log approximately 10"" in diameter causing it to enter the cab of the machine through the lower front windshield. the operator received a fractured left ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4109,employee was hitting gear on refuse belt at washer plant with sledge hammer when he felt a burning sensation in his stomach.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -4110,"the employee was breaking open a cement bag, when his arm hit a sharp edge on the saddle that the bags sit in when loading - causing a laceration to his lower right arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4111,employee twisted left knee when making a turn around the front of his assigned pick-up truck while performing a pre-operation safety isnpection,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4112,a co-worker was working with a hammer/wrench and a piece of metal flew into his right eye causing a cut on the eyeball.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4113,ee was attempting to pull a dislodged shear pin tied with wire. as he pulled the pin became fouled the wire slid through his hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4114,"employee was using a bar to align cutting edges on a track dozer when ee heard/felt a pop in ee's elbow followed by pain, 3/11/2016. referred to specialist, doctor took employee off of work 4/27.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4115,"employee was rebuilding a brake caliper for a euclid r50 rock truck. instead of using the service truck crane the employee attempted to handle the caliper manually and it fell on his foot, crushing the hard toe metal cap resulting in 2 broken toes on the right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4116,"worker was trimming slate when he moved right hand and part of right hand caught under the blade, causing the right ring finger and small finger to be cut through. gloves were worn.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -4117,"employee was gripping catwalk railing to step up to steel catwalk, somehow he twisted his right arm and he felt something ""pop"" in his elbow. he was in alot of pain and on 10/06/2011 he was diagnosed with a bicep tendon rupture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4118,"employee was needle scaling a new weld, when he felt discomfort in his eye. he was evaluated by a physician and 2 foreign bodies were removed from his eye. eye medications were prescribed and used.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4119,injured hooked a lever hoist into an 's' hook and tensioned hoist. 's' hook straightened out and hoist fell. injured lost balance and fell on his left elbow. elbow was dislocated.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -4120,"while recovering belt structure, he was lifting a piece of stand & pulled a muscle in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4121,"while inspecting the area of a pipe for a hole that required to be repaired lime fell on the employee as ee was looking up. the lime fell directly on the employees face, getting behind ee's foam lined safety glasses. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4122,ee was pushing a piece of belt down inside a sieve bin when belt slipped and seem hit side of bin. recieved medical information that wound required stitches on 8-26-02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4123,working on equipment when something got in employee's eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4124,employee arrived for work and was entering the shift change building. he did not raise his foot high enough for the next step and stumbled but did not fall. he was using the handrails while ascending the steps and caught himself from falling. when he caught himself from falling his lower back began to hurt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4125,ee was moving forklift tines and pinched index finger between tine and supporting structure.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4126,employee became aggravated at plastic seat cover and used his pocket knife to cut it off. while doing so he cut his hand which required sutures. plastic seat cover was installed 3 years ago be cause employee had excessive body odor. company purchased air cushion to help but employee didn't like plastic.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4127,"ee was working at the plant on 1-6-2011. the ee did not complain of any lime in his eye while he was at work. ee left work at his scheduled quitting time, eye seemed irritated, called the plant and was sent to see the eye doctor, where a piece of lime was removed. ee returned to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4128,"employee was removing a broken bit from the miner. the hammer hit a bit block in front of the bit wrench and deflected, causing him to smash his left ring finger between the hammer and a bit block. employee to er received 4 sutures, fracture of tip of left ring finger, immobilation. saw company doctor on 6/29/07. returned back to work on restrictive duty on 6/29/07.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4129,when changing screens inside of screen deck pulled or strained neck muscle,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4130,employee was dismounting fuel truck at end of shift and as employee stepped down employee felt shoulder pop. on 2-24-2021 employee was taken off work and scheduled to see a specialist and an mri scheduled.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4131,ee was at landing at the rotary breaker. a cable was being used to hoist a drive chain to the landing. ee reached to pull the cable toward him and the cable broke. the cable struck him on the left hand. he received a fracture to the base of his left little finger. a finger splint was put on finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4132,"the employee was sweeping by the bagging machine, when a bag of lime blew up and hit him on the side of the head, causing lime to go around his safety glasses into his right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4133,an electrician was stripping the insulation off a power cable with a utility knife. the knife slipped off the cable striking and lacerating the top of his left hand. he received 5 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4134,he was moving a stone when it broke and pinched his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4135,ee was loading scrap metal into a metal bin when his right pinky finger got caught between 2- pieces of scrap.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4136,"ee was attempting to loosen a nut on the michigan loader 270. the ratchet broke & ee lost balance, slipping & rolling ankle. medical attention given (x-ray & prescription meds). no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4137,"individual was assisting in hanging 12470 cable on the longwall power move when the cable slid off the pump car creating a chain reaction of the cable. because of lack of concentration the cable struck employee on right shoulder. there were no compliance issues or equipment, did not involve lack of training or attitude. employee continued to work until 9/19/2015.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4138,ee stated that he was helping 2 other ee remove side plates and dekcs from the #1 raw coal screen. while moving this piece to the outside the end of the material caught on a handrail and toe p late. he treid to pull the plate away it slid ofuf the toe plate and caught the end of his right middle finger between the palte and the concrete floor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4139,"employee was moving muff cover door when it swung shut catching employee's finger resulting in a laceration. cause of this incident was lack of employee awareness. ppe was not a factor, compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, miner proficiency was a factor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4140,"employee was working in hot, windy conditions. dust from sulfur & material was blowing onto his skin & made it irritated.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4141,ee was trying to free the blender shaft when it dislodged and smashed his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4142,"while employee was welding, a small piece of slag went into right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -4143,"strain to upper arm, possible tear to bicep muscle. mechanic was repairing a broken coolant line on a haul truck. was reaching to remove the fitting and pulling on the wrench when they felt something in upper arm pop. was taken to the er and was given a 10 pound lifting restriction and scheduled a follow-up with a orthopedic doctor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4144,employee was pulling up an empty sample bucket and felt pain at his right shoulder. 6/27/07 employee went to company doctor and a mri was ordered for 7/5/07. emp returned to work on restictive duty on 6/28/07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4145,employee was in the process of changing the oil in a rock truck. he cut his finger on the oil filter packaging.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4146,pulled muscle from pulling on plastic pipe in pond.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4147,he was cutting the screen bolts off and when he shifted to cut the next bolt the torch tip got caught in his glove.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -4148,using sledge hammer to help replace torque shaft.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -4149,employee cut his right leg with an olfa belt knife causing a two inch cut,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4150,changing drill hammer on drill rig putting on jay wrench onto the hammer and wrench dropped on employee's left hand crushing the tips of ee's two middle fingers. ee needed stitches to close the cuts on both fingers. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4151,"injured man broke cut off valve for deluge fire spray. he turned the water off on the 6 inch line, when he bled the pressure off the line, it blew his hand into a pizza pan which was part of the bearing surface for roof support and recieved a cut to his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4152,employee was cutting at incline conveyor with a torch. slag fell off onto torch hoses causing them to catch on fire. employee was burned on stomach and palm/thumb of right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -4153,"the man was drilling a roof bolt hole. while removing the drill steels from the hole, the steels separated and the coupler struck the man on the eyebrow. report filed for medical treatment only.(sutures)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4154,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.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4155,the employee was walking under the press floor and something dripped on him. he removed his goggles to see what it was and got caustic in his right eye which dripped off of his goggles.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4156,employee stated was drilling a rope bolt hole and was pulling the starter from the hole. the last piece of steel the employee pulled by jerking on the steel and felt a sharp pain in right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4157,"employee was tripping in and as the plug was being screwed into new rod the plug slipped out of thread, as plug was falling employee grabbed plug and finger was pinched between plug and head slide.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4158,employee was getting material out of the toolbox when the lid fell on his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4159,"4 north face belt line area. pulling bottom belt up belt structure using metal rope, shieve and scoop car. rope broke, back lashed into a crosscut and hit man's left lower side. accident appea rs to involve awareness and compliance with rules. didn't involve mine equipment or systems or protective devices. does involve miner profiency.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4160,"while building a return wall, employee stacked a few blocks closer to the wall. while tightening up the top of the wall he felt a sharp pain in his left side, this pain radiated into his back and leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4161,"contract employee was unloading tools from vehicle when employee claims to have hurt their back while unloading hand tools to the ground. cause of this injury was not lifting properly. compliance and rules/regs, mining equip., ppe, not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4162,process attendant was completing inspections of the ckd silo dust collector. as ee was climbing down the ladder ee felt and heard a pop in ee's right wrist. pa reported to ee's supervisor immediately. pa reported issues closing ee's pointer finger and gripping but no pain outside of that. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4163,ee was working with another on the crane. they were repairing the shive on the crane boom. they were putting the pin back in. injured had his hand between the pin and the crane and when other hit the pin it broke free and hit injured's right hand cutting the right middle and index fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4164,"ee was working on 5 conveyor discharge chute replacement. during demolition of the chute, a piece of the chute dropped down and pinched the left hand resulting in a suturable laceration to his left index finger. he was evaluated by a physician & nine sutures closed the wound and the ee returned to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4165,"injured was building a stopping at the 107-xc of the main south 2, as she was building the stopping she placed a concrete block next to a mandoor and smashed her right pinky finger. injured received 4 stitches, making this a reportable incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4166,ee was working with another ee on a drag chain. they were putting a drive chain on a sprocket when he felt a pain in his lower back. his back did not hurt until the weekend. he went to the dr. on mon. 3/18 and he is now on restricted duty and taking physical therapy 3x a week for 3 weeks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4167,carrying a pole by self down the stairs when ee turned and the pole pinched ee's finger between it and the handrail. this pinch fractured ee's right hand middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4168,unloading water line from scoop bucket-joint of water line slipped out of ee's left hadn and struck right hand fracture right thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4169,employee was trying to remove a shuttle car snub by himself. when he unhooked the snub from the anchor bolt the weight of the snub pulled his arm toward the ground injuring the muscles and tendons in his left upper arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4170,the ee was getting of the excavator from the chain to the floor and felt pain in the lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4171,employee was sliding a track tie underneath the track when he felt a pain in his lower back. (lta effective 6/26),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4172,"after changing tire, employee lifted the tire into the back of the truck and in doing so injured intestine. employee finished shift, but advised that employee thought maybe had pulled a muscle in stomach. after the shift, employee went to the hospital. they were pumping stomach to avoid surgery, but doctor advised that employee will need surgery on small tear on intestine. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4173,"employee was attempting to move belt, he was pulling using channel locks when he slipped off and fell back. he had pain in his lower right back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -4174,ee went to go see co dr on 11-16-01 and was placed on modified duty. ee was measuring counter weight when tape measure was pulled by conveyor belt causing a laceration to left middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4175,"miner had placed socket with rachet on bolt to tighten jaw crusher adjustment; spring tension was released pushing socket and rachet toward steel i-beam. miner's hand was on rachet head instead of handle of rachet, crushing finger between rachet and steel i-beam lacerating finger requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4176,while using crane to fix wash plant on crusher the crane sling got caught between 2 pieces of sand screw & came loose hitting his hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4177,the employee was recovering belt structure when their finger was pinched between a belt rail and the bed of a ram car.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4178,"when ee was installing jig screen into #1 cell of #2 jig, the screen stuck he forced screen and it broke free causing him to lose control of screen and hand position catching tip of fingers be tween jig screen and screen frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4179,while pulling on a construction hose the employee strained his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4180,employee tripped on protruding bolt causing him to jam his hand between two doors and dislocate his small finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4181,"while changing bags in a cooler baghouse, an employee was stuck in the nose by a bag cage. this resulted in a laceration to his nose which required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4182,"the employee had just taken off glove, the pin had grease on it and the end had a rough edge from being hit with a hammer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4183,using expanded metal to make the guard the employee was using his knee to hold the metal in place so he could mark the spot where the self tapping screw was going to go. while marking the spot on the guard the expanded metal slipped off his knee and sliced his left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4184,"employee was tying off a reeving sheave & swivel when another one fell on him from above, while still being attached to the reeving cable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4185,"removing a gear component when a metal fragment struck miners left arm, causing a laceration and embedding in arm. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4186,the miner was standing in an awkward position attempting to move a piece of metal and felt a pop in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4187,using air gun to tighten bolts on coal shaker. gun slipped and hit his hand on piece of angle iron. lacerated left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4188,ee was using an electric saw to cut boards for a floor. he set the saw down after making a cut and it jammed up and struck his hand when a small piece of wood dislodged from it while the blade was still spinning.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4189,lifting 30 pound tire chocks and strained lower back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4190,ee was shoveling rock away from power screen & a rock flew up & struck him in his upper back between his shoulder blades,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4191,subject was changing the cutting edge on the bobcat skid steer. the subject was tightening the bolts. the bolt head spun when it was being tightened and cut the subjects hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4192,cut right hand while shoveling dirt around pipe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4193,worker was learning how to drill with the jackleg. a rock from the hanging wall came down hitting the worker in the shoulder knocking him down. the rock landed on his right ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4194,employee was using an electric overhead hoist to remove bolw bars from a hazemag crusher when the jib supporting the hoist broke free and struck him on the leg,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4195,"employee was attempting to remove a broken shear pin from feeder when he unintentionally struck punch between shear wheels and the punch broke, hitting employee in the mouth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4196,"operator stated that dozer dropped over a high place in pile, causing a jarring effect. he did not start to lose time from work until 4/3/00. this was not reported until 4/12/00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -4197,ees were raking ash from kiln #2 grates; ash dust went into ee's eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4198,stacking stone on a pallet and lacerated the middle finger on left hand between two pieces of stone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4199,"loading tanks on flat car, dropped tank on right hand, mashed middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4200,employee was using a porta power jack to straighten out a section of bent metal when the jack became dislodged and struck him in the face causing a laceration and fractures to his face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4201,"per witness / other participant ""taking rock out of hopper with excavator, turn engine speed down just started take hydraulic out heard him scream.""",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4202,employee was cutting cable off cathead when he cut his knuckle with a knife which resulted in stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4203,using a pry bar to loosen and turn out a nut on the d11 dozer track frame.ee worked until 7/10/12 having surgery on shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4204,"this injury was reported to us on 5/29/2008. employee was repairing a pipe. when he was leaving, his right foot got caught between two pipes and he injured his right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4205,the employee is a blast-hole driller. he reached down to retrieve a blast-hole sample bag and felt a pop in his left shoulder. he was seen by a dr. & received a full duty release the next day. during follow-up visits it was determinded surgery was needed. the surgury was performed on 03/07/07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4206,employee was using a long steel bar to rock a 8 by 20 vibrating screen. the bar was caught between the screen and frame and hit him on the right ear.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4207,on 1/6/2016 employee was helping drop miner cable when something got into left eye. on 1/09/2018 employee sought medical attention and was prescribed medical eye drops. this incident is being reported a medical due to the medicated eye drops.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4208,pulling wrench to tighten bolts on belt scraper.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4209,raw grind operator was shoveling fine from rock run into the secondary crusher hopper. operator felt a sharp pain in lower back while lifting a shovel of gypsum fines.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4210,miner was clearing accumulated rock from conveyor when rock was dislodged and struck miner in the leg and ankle causing contusions and abrasion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4211,employee was installing resin bolts in browe of water ring. he was on level muckpile drilling. strain/hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4212,"member was using 3/4"" drive ratchet to loosen bolt. the drive ratchet slipped off bolt, causing his hand to hit a sharp corner, causing a laceration",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4213,"drilling rig operator was raising core barrel through turntable. as the drilling rig assistant, grabbed the core barrel with his left hand and placed his right hand under the core barrel, the core barrel suddenly dropped, pinching the assistant's right hand between the kelley turntable and the bottom of the core barrel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4214,"while cleaning off of the top of a continuous miner, a rock weighing 20 lbs. fell about 2', striking the operator on the tip of his lt. middle finger. even though the operator was wearing glo ves, the rock smashed the tip of the finger behind the nail, exposing the back of the nail & breaking the bone beneath the nail bed. treatment included suturing.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4215,ee was cleaning/ instpecting rail cars. claims he strained his lower back while performing these tasks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4216,employee was lifting a continuous miner cable and felt a pain in his groin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4217,the employee was welding on a screw conveyor for the #3 kiln system when he received flash burns to both of his eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -4218,"ee picked up a large piece of coal that was on the miner cable and threw it, catching his middle finger between piece of coal and rib.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4219,"ee was fabricating a machine guard and had drilled and tapped holes for several bolts to assemble the guard. when taking the bolts out to open the guard for further work, he struck his left mi ddle finger knuckle on a sharp metal edge, cutting his knuckle and requring 5 stitches int he knuckle area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4220,employee was installing a liner at the mill when he lacerated his left little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4221,"the shop foreman was changing a fuel filter on a truck, had trouble getting filter to loosen. he pulled hard and hand slipped off and hit drain pan - cut left hand pinky finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4222,the employee was drilling a hole with a jackleg. the steel abruptly stopped turning causing the jackleg & hoses to rotate as the machine (jackleg)rotated the employee was still holding on to it. this caused him to strain his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4223,pulling a transmission out from a kress truck. the drive line guards fell off the module and landed on my left upper knee. pushed it over my ankle to the floor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4224,"employee was changing jaws in crusher. employees were lifting the jaws out with a crane when the jaw got stuck. injured employee stepped in to knock it loose. when jaw came loose it hit his right foot. received a deep contusion on his foot & returned to regular work. later on 7-22-12, employee's foot became infected and was given keflex for the infection on 7-23-12. no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4225,putting bop on wellhead. bop was started and was not threaded on far enough when it fell to the ground striking employees foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4226,"employee was grinding a 1/2"" piece of metal. the metal was clamped in a vice. the grinder bound up or caught on something causing it to jump back, hitting the employee on the left wrist resulting in a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4227,"ee was lifting and changing out screens at the washer plant on 4-1-04 when he began to fell soreness. on 4-2-04 he loaded a belt for denver filter dishcarge in back of truck when he felt pain on right side of groin. ee went to dr on 4-5-04, 2pm",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4228,"employee alleges that while operating the motor grader on either 3/21 or 3/22, its seat was too close to the controls, making ee sit ""too straight"" and causing back soreness. ee could not point to a specific time/date or incident that caused the soreness.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4229,"employee was attempting to recover a 3' x 3' ventilation regulator from an unused overcast. he was using a razor knife to trim away the foam mine sealant when the knife slipped and contacted his right forearm, resulting in a laceration which required 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4230,ee was cutting with an acetylene torch in the multidome when dust blew into his eyes (under his glasses).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4231,the ee was using a prybar to put idler spring on dozer and spring slipped from tension and released and hit him in the nose and upper lip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4232,hose that is used to let shields down with came up and hit ee under chin causing a small laceration to chin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4233,"while using a pneumatic grinder with wire wheel, the grinder kicked back and struck the employee in the right knee, causing a laceration. the employee was evaluated by a physician on 12/7. dermabond medical glue was used as an alternative to sutures to assist with wound closure. the employee was released back to work full duty for his next scheduled shift on 12/10/12.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4234,"ee was making a rod connection. he was wearing loose clothing which wrapped around the drill pipe & spun him around. as he spun around, he hit other sessions, the driller, in the side of the, causing other's knee to bend inward.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4235,he was cutting a conveyor belt with a utility knife and the blade broke sticking up in the belt exposed. he touched the blade with his arm cutting this arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4236,"technician was attempting to place a portable hydraulic press, weight approx. 100 lbs., onto wood crib blocks. hydraulic press fell off of wood crib blocks and fell. techician tried to hold onto press and sprained left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4237,"ee was washing company drill, dm45, using a hot water high pressure device. he dropped the wand to retrieve more hose when the wand hit the ground. hot pressurized water sprayed the back of hi s left leg at the ankle leaving him with small topical blisters. dressed with common first-aid supplies and voluntarily returned to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -4238,ran over a rock and injured his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -4239,"using jackhammer to chip concrete on several occasions over past 2 weeks. fill buckets with concrete and carry to debris chute to dump. strain/sprain to right wrist causing pain, numbness, and decreased mobility. wanted doctor to look at wrist the afternoon of 6-2-2021 and was placed on restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4240,employee states that a chainfall hit him in the mouth causing a small laceration & breaking a tooth. employee did not seek medical attention until 11-17-08.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4241,"while cutting off the end of the belt, the knife slipped and resulted in a small stab wound in his right leg above the knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4242,kicking rocks down chute-strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4243,"ee using 10lb sledge hammer while changing the teeth on a dragline bucket. the 1st 3 teeth came off. the 4th tooth was stuck, so he tapped harder. he felt something hit his leg, but did not hurt. hit tooth again. felt something warm on leg, it was blood on pant leg at knee. taken to er and x-rays done, showed piece of metal in leg. unsuccessful to remove it, dr put 3 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4244,ee was drilling on shaft floor blew out hole bottom when debris went up under glasses and in right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4245,"ee installing insulation between a torque converter and engine on loader. lost grip on insulation and left index finger slid across the hard rubber edge of the firewall, cutting finger. seen at nnrh, sutures required to close wound. full duty, must wear gloves and keep wound clean and dry.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4246,"ee was doing some scaling with a hand held scaling gun. while ee was doing this job, a large piece of scale weighing about 15-20 lbs fell on ee left thumb causing a fracture",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4247,employee attemped to weld. he had troubles with ground clamp and had to re-position it several times in order to get a good path. while doing so he may not have had the welding hood fully lowered before striking an arc. he did not report injury immediately.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -4248,he was splicing car cable when he cut his left thumb with a belt knife.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4249,"while cutting a rubber hose with a razor blade, the blade bounced off the hose and hit his arm cutting it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4250,employee was lifting coil spring and received a laceration on top of hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4251,clearing chunks of frozen ice/debris from machine. chunk loosened and fell on hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4252,employee was removing a canopy from a scoop bucket and later felt a pain in his abdomen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4253,"was running backhoe, got something in his right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4254,employee developed lower back pain while loading stockpile trucks at the bins. he sought medical attention on 13 june 2005 and missed one day of work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4255,"an ee was sprayed in the face with a 3% sulfuric acid, 97% water solution after a pipe broke in the ed plant while testing rotation of a pump. the ees eyes were examined and determined there was a small ulcer to the left eye. the doctor prescribed eye drops with an antibiotic to prevent infection. the employee was released to work without restriction.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4256,"a crew of miners were working off the main raise of 275 stope. miner went down the main raise manway to the sill level. he began picking up some items from under the ore pass. he had not covered the grizzley of the ore pass. a rock rolled down the ore pass, and hit the miner in the hardhat causing injury to the miners head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4257,"ee was rolling 2' boulder of end of the ""forics"" of the forklift, lost his grip and boulder smashed his right hand. received 8 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4258,"employee had drill steel stuck in roof. when he pulled the steel free, the steel struck his little finger against the bolter fracturing little finger of right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4259,was in a man basket and reached out to weld a bracket when he felt a pull on his left knee. knee started to bother him a few months after the incident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4260,"employee was gridning on mill screen plates in #2 fm. his guard caught on the screen slot and grinder struck him in the face, lacerating his right cheek and nose and chipping some teeth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4261,"injured employee was attempting to free a piece of 3/4"" pvc conduit that was frozen to the groud. injured employee bent conduit to break, conduit snapped and struck injured employee in the right index finger causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4262,"working on work trailor-scooted under to tighten bolt while under, pushed off with right foot and twisted right knee. uneven rutted ground.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4263,"ee was on the ground flagging a load of patio stone and nearby was a track hoe. she turned to walk towards the loading area when, at the exact same time, the operator of the track hoe starting walking the hoe. the hammer on the boom of the track hoe knocked her several feet before hitting the ground.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -4264,driving a shaft out of a motor. the shaft fell and smashed fingers while holding the shaft.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4265,the employee is not sure how he injured himself or what time during the shift that it happened.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4266,cont. minr operator was cutting the #4 right cross cut then he had his back turned toward the rib. when a piece of rock rolled from the rib striking him in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -4267,ee was putting on a hopper belt. the picking up and twisting for the period of time strained ee's back muscles. pain went down the right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4268,ee was assisting another ee in lifting a ram jack that was lying on the mine floor between the shields &face. a chain was placed in the eye of the jack & both ee's attempted to lift it onto the pontoons. it was during that time that inj ee said he experienced a burning sensation in his back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4269,"while repairing dredge pump drive unit, ee's hand became pinched in the drive belt. the unit was not operating, but tension of belt broke his little (pinky) finger on his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4270,while pulling miner cable ee felt pain in his arm. it continued to bother him & he sought medical attention on 8/30/01. it was determined he hadruptured his bicep muscle & would need surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4271,lifting pipe into bandsaw. pulled muscle in left side of back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4272,employee was shoveling belt conveyor. he came upon a large piece of coal that was to heavy to lift upon belt conveyor. he hit the large piece of coal to break into small pieces. when breaking large piece of coal and small piece broke off and hit him in the right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4273,"ee was drilling mine roof, a piece of rock hit drill steel and caused steel to come out of drill chuck. the drill steel struck his left forearm. he continued working his regular scheduled shift thru 5/3/11.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4274,ee was jamming a rod up a plugged material chute when material broke loose & hit his hand against the concrete floor. he received a contusion to the back of his right hand and was given restri ctions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4275,"as action to terminate citation 9049399, submitting an alleged incident in which the employee refused to fill out an initial injury report. ee was operating a dozer, inhaled fumes and/or fire suppression that has caused respiratory issues months after the alleged incident. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4276,the employee was looking at a welder and had propped the engine cover open. while looking at the engine the cover fell and fractured the employee's right wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4277,ee had his hand resting on the side of bolting machine when a piece of slate fell & hit his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4278,employees were moving an air compressor cooling unit with a forklift. while setting the unit down it fell over striking an employee causing a fracture of his right ankle which required surgical repair.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4279,"ee scaled an area when a piece of loose fell across the end of boom, lifting cab, causing operator to be lifted up in the seat. results were hitting his head on cross member of the cab, receiving a laceration to his forehead between left eye and hairline. ee was taken to emergency room where he received sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4280,the ee was loading the pipe trailer with 6 inch waterline. after he finished he felt pain in his lower back and had trouble bending over. the ee finished out his shift. the next day 2-13-01 he requested to see a dr. and was placed on restricted duty(2-14-01).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4281,the original injury date was 3/28/09 when the employee was tightening an overhead bolt on the crusher and he felt a pain in his right shoulder. the employee was not placed on restricted duty or incur any lost time as a result of this injury until 5/20/09 when he had surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4282,"employee was helping replace a shaft on a gear box. they were trying to beat the opposite side with a hammer. while holding the opposite side the gear box, it slipped and hit his hand. a small peace of metal was stuck in his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4283,ee was setting a hydraulic cylinder that weighed approx. 80 lbs onto a 55 gal. drum and pulled a muscle in his bicep.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4284,"the injured employee was struck on the left elbow as he was attempting to remove the suspended piece of monorail. first day missed may 13, 2005.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4285,employee was cleaning out quarry bc3-feeder #7 when a feeder pin moved from vibration and glanced top of his head. he was wearing a hard hat. he did not seek medical & restricted status until 8/20/01. he will be a lost time for a while.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4286,"changing a bad hose, when hose was pulled pressure hit right hand breaking index finger and slightly injecting fluid into back of hand at finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4287,"while taking vibration readings, injured received air born dust in left eye. prescription eye drops.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4288,employee stated they lifted something and pulled their back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4289,"employee was lifting a bundle of wood stakes to put into the back of the pickup. while doing so, the bundle of wood stakes hit the buggy whip causing the wood stakes to slip away from his hands. employee tried to catch the wood stakes and twisted his upper body.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4290,"employee struck a can of paint against a roof bolt plate. the paint can burst, causing the employee to suffer a laceration to his right middle finger, requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4291,"the dragline crew had built a metal canopy to go over the dragline bucket while they were rebuilding them. ee & coworker were in the process of placing the canopy on top of some cribbing timbe rs so they could finish building the legs. as ee was bending over to place a cribbing timber under the canopy, he hung his left ear on a welding rod that was bent around a piece of angle. thi",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4292,ee was helping to remove the tires on a coal haulage truck. ee was pushing on a tire to turn it when his hand came between the tire and the large tire clamp mounted on a tire changer truck. th e clamp pinched his finger. poor communication and visibility between mechanic and tire changer mechanic contributed to accident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4293,tramming the bolter out of #2 entry it trammed into a hole in the bottom and swung and bumped ee's arm resulting in a cracked rib. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -4294,"ee was pulling wire rope cable on top of screen deck, felt pull in shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4295,some more workers were taking a rubber sleeve off a pipe with a chain band. he was standing in front of them leaning aganist a belt winder when the sleeve came off it just hit his leg and pinned it up aginst the belt winder breaking his right leg just above the ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4296,"employee was pulling on a handle of a wrench and felt pain in his rib cage. he reported it to his foreman that night, but didn't seek medical attention until march 22, 2004.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4297,employee was using air hose to clean material from sides of silo. material broke free and engulfed employee in dust.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4298,"became reportable as lost time on 1-9-06, the first day off. ee was prying up on a track rail when he felt pop in left shoulder, kept workinguntil his surgical repair on 1-9-06",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4299,"employee was assisting mechanic replacing springs on a mack haul truck. when all repairs were complete, employee was lowering mack truck with rachet type jack when the handle raised quickly and pinched employee's left index finger between the bed and the handle. mine foreman took employee to hospital where he received x-rays and 8 stitches to left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4300,ee was dumping a forward dump container. he was attempting to secure a spring loaded latch (handle) when it slipped from his hand and the handle hit him in the mouth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4301,flash from welder burned eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -4302,"while moving a 25 h.p. pump, the employee lacerated his right hand on a stainless hose clamp, which resulted in sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4303,employee wiped hand across forehead and got something in eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4304,putting belt cover on conveyor bent over & twisted back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4305,"the employee was holding a cathode bar with right hand and using wood harvesting tool with left hand to pry the cathode free from the anode insulator. as the cathode broke free from insulator, the cathode dropped, pinching employee's finger between the cathode bar and the cell bus bar. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4306,employee reports pain in back while rockdusting the belt line.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4307,"laying on side inspecting brakes on the rear of the loader, strained neck while holding head up.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4308,injured worker was changing a grease line hose and employee was hooking up harness to cable system and cut finger on a sharp piece of metal,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4309,"while installing the drive coupling on new bearing unit, the taper lock bushing was spread with a small steel wedge. after positioning the bushing on the shaft, the employee started to tap the wedge back and forth in order to remove the wedge. with the first tap, the wedge flew out striking the employee in his upper lip area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4310,employee strained right shoulder shifting conveyor belt,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4311,employee alleges was tightening a bolt with a ratchet and the ratchet slipped smashing right ring finger. employee received stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4312,"employee stated, while stretching his arms out, right thumb went through guard on circulating fan & cut his thumb (thumb required 10 stitches).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -4313,"ee was cutting rubber belting, and while doing so he slipped and cut his fingers. case involved stitches. modified work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4314,employee was installing a guard when he pinched his finger under it fracturing the tip of his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4315,employee was assigned to clean up lime dust/powder off a concrete pad. he pulled a muscle in his lower back while using a shovel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4316,ee was cleaning debris and rocks from the lift cylinder and a large rock fell on right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4317,"two maintenance techs were working to replace screens in screener. techs moved top ring section with lid (approx. 60 lb). one tech felt sciatic pain in back and leg. evaluated by occupational medical services, advised to return home, rest, not report for work, take a prescription muscle relaxer. appointment made for orthopedic evaluation on wednesday, january 17th.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4318,"ee said he was changing a bolt on head scraper on belt drive, when his arm & shoulder started hurting him.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4319,while cutting a rubber skirting with a utility knife it slipped and cut his knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4320,employee was retrieving an scba bottle from a storage shelf and hurt his back while lowering the bottle to the ground.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4321,"while laying a dozer blade pin down, the pin shifted in the cardboard box containing the pin. this caused the pin to slide out of the box pinching an employee's finger causing a laceration to the end of the finger. in addition, the employee experienced a tuft fracture to the end of the finger. the employee was wearing gloves at the time of the accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4322,"employee was in manlift with another employee welding, lifted his welding shield and other employee was grinding and a small piece of grindings hit his eye. employee didn't realize anything was in his eye until the next day. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4323,"the employee removed a hitch from a trailer to unload the trailer, when he went to replace the hitch, he felt a pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4324,ee stated he was using a slate bar to remove the operator side final drive unit from the emcio continuous miner. the weight of the unit moved on the bar causing it to drop & mashed his finger between the bar & the frame of the machine.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4325,"while using a 16 lb sledge hammer to knock gypsum froms wall of a hopper, employee felt a pop and sharp pain in his left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -4326,"employee stepped from a rubber tired mantrip onto a belt idler roller. the roller turned, causing him to sprain his right ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4327,was attempting to lift a bolting platforma nd felt pain in right elbow and arm. continued to work until 9-18-00 when he was taken off work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4328,"while attempting to remove a drain cap on a pipeline, ee failed to shut off the water pipes and the pipeline shifted back hitting ee in the legs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4329,"employee, along with three other workers, was taking rollers off of a belt line. one of the rollers slipped and fell back into the rollers channel frame. employee's thumb was in the channel when the roller fell. employee received 4 sutures due to the laceration on right thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4330,strained his back pulling on miner cable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4331,"the employee was dropping miner cable that had been tied to the mine roof. when the last piece of wire was untied, the miner cable came down and struck the employee in the face. the employee received three stitches in his nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4332,working on crusher door-pulled out bolts- door shift to right and hit ee in chest,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4333,"employee was retracting the evac hose after use on 25 grader. it started going too fast so ee grabbed it to slow it down. the action caused pain in ee's right shoulder. on 6/16/17, ee had surgery on the shoulder. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4334,two employees working with end wrenches. one employee's finger was pinched between the wrenches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4335,"was hooking air hose up to stinger, opened air valve and hot material shot out of valve hitting hand causing thermal burn to left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -4336,injured was hanging a curtain. as he was driving the nails with a hammer to hang the curtain he hit his finger causing a fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4337,employee was guiding a piece of steel plate from a cooler while using a tag line. employee over-exerted when ee pulled on the line which caused ee to strain a muscle in the chest area on the right side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4338,"as ee reached for handle of machine shop door, a co-worker pushed the door open from the other side, striking the left hand of ee. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4339,"ee stated that he was climbing onto a dozer to add hydrualic oil to the dozer. he had the oil hose in his l. hand w/ his r. hand on the hand-rail using it to pull himself upon the dozer. dur ing this process, he felt a muscle pull in his lower right side. injury not reportable until incurring lost time on 11-29-01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4340,"ee was removing a pipe plug from a strainer housing using a pipe wrench. when torqueing on the wrench, ee felt a sharp pain in the low back which worsened throughout the day. seen at the er, diagnose with a muscle spasm, and put off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4341,employee was cutting a conveyor belt with a cutting knife and the knife slipped at the end of the belt causing the employee to lacerate his right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4342,"injured was cutting a piece of channel iron from #6 clinker bin. he removed the cut piece, and then reached into opening to remove the rest of the iron. the iron become loose and fell onto employee's left thumb. this resulted in a fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4343,employee was helping mechanics change track on a cat d11 carry dozer. ee hit the dozer track with a sledge hammer in order to move the track into position to connect the track. a piece of metal chipped off the track when ee struck it with the sledge hammer and struck ee in the left forearm. the metal penetrated ee's skin and thus required a visit to the emergency room.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4344,employee was taking down the light tower on a light plant. the employee was rolling the winch down and the handle slipped out of employee's hand and came around and hit right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4345,going down stairs from crusher shack and knee popped. next day he had trouble walking.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4346,employee was adjusting a roller striking it with a hammer. on the back swing with the hammer his hand contacted another roller causing a laceration to his left hand requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4347,employee was guiding a set of screen panels intoplace and his back gave out.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4348,loading top belt rollers into the bed of a coal hauler. starting missing work on 10/01/07,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4349,employee was cutting a tree on a bench / road when a standing dead tree became dislodged from above where ee was working. tree fell striking employee in the head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4350,"a 630 scoop winch was being used to pulled broken belt together. injured was giving directions to the scoop operator, the winch rope was thru a block brattice. when the winch rope became tight it caused a loose block to the thrown. this block struck injured on his left shoulder and neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4351,"he was cutting belt, when knife slipped off belt cutting knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4352,cleaning out under the jaw so jaw could be moved off the blocks. a rock fell from bottom side of jaw and hit his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4353,ee released a chain ratchet which had tension on it. when the ratchet released it resulted in a piece of metal striking his left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4354,employee suffered two fractured toes when the outby end of a roof bolting machine was lowered and set on his left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4355,employee stated ee was cutting some electrical tape with a utility knife when ee cut finger. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4356,ee was stacking bags onto a pallet & strained his wrist,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4357,"employee was using a wire wheel grinder. the grinder hit a piece of metal, kicked back, hitting the employee on rt. side of chest. ee did not seek medical treatment until 9/9/04.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4358,employee was walking across a traffic zone when a forklift backed into him causing a broken tibia bone in the employees leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4359,"crushing crew was cleaning the hammer mill that had plugged itself with rock after the hammer mill discharge motor had quitr working. after some cleaning another ee told every one to stand cle ar so that he could start the diesel drive of the mill & reposition hammers for further cleaning. ee reached in mill to grab a larger rock & discard it. hammer fell pinch forearm, torn artery",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4360,"employee was attempting to lube throttle linkages with a can of wd40, when retracting his hand he came in contact with a fan blade. he cut his left palm area and the tip of his left thumb, requiring 17 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4361,employee was beating foot shaft off miner. piece of steel punctured left arm and lodged in it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4362,"lower back strain, numbness leg and hip while moving heavy (200-300 lb.) lab equipment without sufficient assistance. hoping to get well on own, injured person chose not to see a doctor until 7/26/06. she has missed no work; as of 7/26 restricted duty 12 days; she is facility manager so able to fully work with restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4363,"ee was drilling, the drill steel hung up and wrapped the air hose and water hoses around the drill throwing ee to the ground. sprained l ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -4364,fire to a d10 n bulldozer. no (person) was injured or involved in the fire to the bulldozer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Accident type, without injuries" -4365,employee was working in #1 clinker cooler in the air chamber compartment when a foreign object fell into his right eye. material fell from overhead. he went to the emergency room and a piece o f metal was removed that was embedded in his eye. employee was wearing safety glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4366,"slide gate was removed from an incline auger during operation. the slide gate was not bolted closed at the time of the incident. lockout/tagout was not followed prior to removal. as they pulled the slide gate open, the fingers of their right hand contacted the rotating auger. this caused a hand laceration and a finger dislocation on the right hand. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -4367,employee was cleaning out railcar and perlite went into face and into safety glasses into eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4368,"while relocating valve on 2"" pipeline pipe fell ee caught falling pipe with is hand which pulledon his right shoulder. sprain of shoulder",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4369,two men were replacing bottom seal ring on cone crusher. the seal ring slipped off retaining lip while installing bolts mashing man's left hand 2nd finger between ring and main shaft.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4370,"new trainee was climbing off of the 580 ht. when reaching the bottom step on the ladder it swung beneath him, causing the trainee to lose grip on the hand rail resulting in injury. errt was paged out and individual was taken to the clinic.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4371,ee was helping put a flat car back on the track.he was pushing down on a jack bar when the jack slipped. he fell forward and stepped on a cribb block causing the injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -4372,employee injured hip while climbing out of the lime cooler ductwork access door.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4373,"he was dropping hard line down, he took the belt loose and the chain came loose hitting him in the mouth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4374,employee smashed finger while throwing structure for belt move. reliance medical group diagnosis left hand crushed/fracture #2 digit. required stuture and released to partial duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4375,"while loading crib blocks, employee struck a metal band with his right hand resulting in a laceration to his right thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4376,"while trying to remove large nuts and bolts from a delivery pump, a nut fell, hitting employee's right index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4377,employee was filling and placing 100# bags on a pallet in the grinding plant area when he felt and heard a pop in his upper back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4378,"ee was standing about 2' from bin to 3' crusher to steady 20'x4'x3/16' plate steel. w/2""x2""x1/4""angle iron welded to top. plate was being held in place by hoe w/a3/8"" bolt grade 5 thru 3/8"" chain, plate was spot welded on right end. went to lift about 1/2"" to square when bolt broke. itfell about 6' hitting ee in head cutting him. nohard hat was worn, ee fell to ground w/plate ove",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4379,"employee was turning over a 24"" diverter top to the flat side. the diverter top slipped out of ee's grasp, twisted, and fell landing on the handle of a crescent wrench causing it to flip up and strike the employee in the face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4380,"while lifting a bar needed to dislodge a rock from a chute, employee pulled a muscle in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4381,"was using hand drill, drill bit got stuck in the hole. drill turned, pinching hand between it and a bolt, cutting finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4382,ee was loading eight inch water couplings on diesel ride and smashed his small finger on his right hand between couplings and steel post on ride. transported to ohio county received four stitches. after leaving hospital released to return to work same date.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4383,"hwm pad man was washing the walkway off when a piece of coal became dislodged and flew from the belt, striking him above the left eye. this cut required 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4384,fitting new hose on oil pump bucker using knife when he cut his right thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4385,employee smashed finger between a jack hammer & cable trough while breaking rock on longwall face. he was evaluated at medical facility & diagnosed with left 5th finger laceration & required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4386,"while unloading 8"" yellow puc pipe ee caught his right thumb between pipe and floor, fractured tip by rt thumb, 2 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4387,employee was swinging sledge hammer and felt a pinch in ee's elbow. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -4388,employee was installing two new electric motor starters in existing panel box. turned breaker off to what he thought was the circuit he was working on. it was not the right breaker. came in c ontact with hot wires causing a flash.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with electrical current -4389,"employee was walking down steps from sand classifying plant and cut hand on handrail. lacerated fingers, required three (3) sutures at medical facility.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -4390,"ee was using a hammer on a piece of metal, rust flew into his right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4391,"ee was injured on 08/04/2004, and worked without missing until 11/23/2004 when he had orthoscopic surgery on his right knee. on 8/4/04 he was on 001 sect., in #4 hd. putting up bolts. ee dragged a bolt from the machine, and turned. his r. foot was between two rocks and twisted his right knee. he continued to work until 11/23/2004.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4392,employee twisted left knee while bolting top.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4393,"temporary employee was climbing into a pickup truck. employee hit hard hat on the door frame, spraining neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4394,dropped stone on right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4395,welder box lid fell on ee's right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4396,ee was assisting in unloading a rail car when a 65lb rail fell from forklift & hit ee right kneeglancing blow,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4397,the injured was attempting to rotate an impact crusher rotor shaft to dislodge material that had it jammed using a pry bar. the pry bar slipped as he was pulling which caused his hand to impact the crusher housing. received six stitches to left middle finger to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4398,ee was helping tear down jaw crusher and the pin on the hydraulic jack stuck so he was holding it on it would operate correctly and the jaw slipped and smashed his left thumb between the jaw f rame and wingwall. his thumb was reattached and has more surgeries to have done it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4399,employee was tightening belt with a com-a-long while his co-worker was doing same on his side of belt when the co-worker's chain broke permitting his chain to strike the employee on back of left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4400,attempting to take the baffle off the 60' conveyor that was feeding the screen plant when the baffle slipped and cut the top of left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4401,the ee was pounding on a chain trying to separate a link when a chunk metal flew off the edge ofa link and struck the ee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4402,employee was prying a rubber flat with a crow bar when his left hand slipped and came in contactwith a point of steel on a spalsh pan. his hand was cut and the cut needed stitches. no time of work was lost.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4403,employee alleges that he strained his back pulling miner cable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4404,employee felt a pinch in lower back when they bent down to pick up a door mat.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4405,"replacing pan liner on 6b feeder, cleaning a bolt, bolt hit with impact wrench by employee. head of bolt cut finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4406,employee was climbing up a scaffold ladder and when he looked up got some dirt in his eye. employee had his eye flushed out on site but it still hurt. went to physician and determined a scratch on his eye. a prescription eye drop was given to him.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4407,"employee was bolting top when he observed rock dripping from top. he moved to get out of the way when a rock 66"" by 28"" by 9"" thick fell, striking him after it hit the bottom.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4408,"employee was adjusting reject belt when light boag crossed causing reject belt to trip, pinching employee's left arm and hand between reject belt and channel support.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4409,"ee was refueling an off road 50 ton dump. when he removed fuel nozzle from tank, the fuel nozzle sprung and hit him just above his left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4410,"employee was picking up empty paper bags for packing, and strained his right wrist",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4411,"while placing a pipe onto a pump, the pipe rolled and pinched left middle finger between two flanges, broken finger",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4412,"lab tech was analyzing stone sizing in the lab, which is a repetitive motion, when she felt soreness in her right shoulder. she reported her soreness on the doi but did not receive treatment until 7/7/15 which includes modified duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4413,injured and another employee were installing balls in raw #1 mill. this area (hooking up barrels) is within 20 ft of the high bay hoist barricaded area. contractor was hoisting 5 sheets of ply wood on high bay hoist to the 4th floor when the load slipped and broke loose from rigging. plywood sheets fell all the way to ground floor and sailed out of barricade area striking both empl,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4414,employee tightened an anchor bolt and the nut got tight. the employee pushed harder on the wrench to snug the nut down. there was a welding bb in the threads of the bolt and when the bb broke loose the employee's hand struck the tank.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4415,a heavy equipment mechanic was grinding a 2x6 inch piece of steel on a bench grinder. he ran the piece of steel off the stone causing his right index finger to contact the stone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4416,foreign object in eye (embedded).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4417,employee was operating a portable band saw to cut a seized bolt. the employee put too much force on the saw and pushed the blade of the saw into finger. ee cut finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4418,ee got a foriegn body in his eye while putting on his hard hat. the winter liner flipped into his face and caused a particle to go into his eye. the eye got scratched from the object and the dr. gave the ee a prescription antibiotic asprecautionary measure.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4419,employee was working on continous miner when he caught his left thumb in between two pieces of metal. employee received sutures to left thumb. employee has returned to regular duty with no restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4420,ee was leaning over the undercarriage attempting to grab his lifting chain while installing the belly pans. ee was leaning directly over the lifting eye. he grabbed the his chain and was backing out away from the undercarriage when the lifting eye caused a contusion to his left chest area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4421,employee was stacking stone on pallets when he cut his leg on a piece of stone that was already on a pallet. employees are encouraged to wear long pants.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4422,"ee was performing work on the crane on the lower dock. he and a co-worker were changing over from the claw to the bucket. after attaching the tagline to the bucket, ee tugged on the tagline to tension it up with the boom. the resulting tension sucked his hand into the cable guide (bell), and cut his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4423,"the ee was placing a piece of metal grating on a cyclone tower when it slipped between the framework it was to lay on, and became jammed. when he tried to pull it out fel and heard a pop in hi s lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4424,moving 50 lb pail from pallet to ship pallet. felt something pull in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4425,"employee removed a ladder from truck and placed ladder on ground leaning it on truck tailgate. as employee was positioning to the lift ladder,tailgate fell open pinching right hand ring finger between ladder and tailgate.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4426,"employee was changing screen's in mid's ref, had to cut rubber on screen with razor knife. the knife slipped and cut the palm of ee's hand near the thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4427,the employee was using a knife to remove old electrical tape for the wiring on a fan. the employees knife slipped off of the electrical tape and punctured his right thigh requiring three stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4428,employee utilized a shovel and scraper to clean out pits under drum rollers. employee noticed pain and soreness in his lower back in the evening after his shift ended. employee reported this the following shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4429,"picking up parts in warehouse, lifting caused strain in stomach - had hernia surgery. started missing on 1/22/07. reason for delay in reporting - waiting on medical from doctors.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4430,ee was lifting pipe and aggravated a previous hernia injury on lower left side of stomach. he will assume light duty until medical action is determined or taken by doctors.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4431,injured worker was pushing a water hose in a mis-fired hole when he cut his finger on a rock.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4432,ee was welding hub on 1840 case skid steer. one of the chain links caught on fire. he raised his welding helmet to check and a flash fire caught his face and neck causing 2nd degree burns.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -4433,"mechanics were removing a pipe, when they cut the bolts supporting it the temporary support allowed the pipe to twist and fall striking the employee on the head, shoulder and back. the employee received a slight concussion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4434,ee alleges that while moving or pulling on an acetylene bottle at the m20 belt drive he felt a strain in his lower back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4435,"while employee was shooting out an ash ring in rotary kiln, gun malfunctioned causing shell to misfire inside gun. employee received puncture wounds and lacerations to left hand from pieces of metal from shell. medical treatment was needed to remove some pieces of shell from employee's hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4436,"employee was loading concrete blocks into a scoop bucket when employee felt a sharp pain in employee's lower back. employee was able to continue working until employee started missing work to have surgery on may 31, 2017. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4437,crew was hydroblasting sludge off the walls at utac pellet plant line 2 scrubber rod manifolds. a large piece of sludge came loose and landed on the employee's leg. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4438,employee was hanging 400mcm high voltage wire cut hand on hanger hand took stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4439,"the miner was working on the relocation of a steel hopper on a conveyor belt. the skids of the hopper got stuck on the conveyor belt frame, so the miner approached to inspect when the hopper had a sudden move pinching the tip of ee's left index finger in between one of the hopper columns and the conveyor structure, causing a cut on the skin of ee's distal phalanx. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4440,ee was unrolling felt liner and picked one end up to go over the dirt pile. ee felt a twinge in left shoulder. ee returned to work but did seek treatment on 01/07/2023. the x-ray showed no fractures or significant findings. noted and ee returned without restrictions. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4441,ee was cleaning dust box on bolter when he swunghead over and struck his right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4442,a fully trained miner was cutting a trailing cable open when the knife slipped and cut ee's leg. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4443,employee felt muscle tightness torquing head bolts on rear engine of 9017 shovel. felt tightness and soreness in arm next morning. he received diagnosis on 7/20 tendinitis and will start physical therapy next week for several weeks. he is also missing time as of 7/24/08.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4444,"employee was installing a new feeder above a tunnel belt. while attempting to lift the feeder onto the conveyor belt, he felt a pain in his lower lumbar.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4445,when ee was pulling up a crystal of the machine he felt a small particle in his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4446,lifting stone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4447,"ee was roof bolting at the time of this incident, he had pulled the bolter into #3 entry to bolta right slab. he had shut the bolter off and was in the process of checking his glue and steels in his boom mounted tray at this time a rock fell from the roof striking him on the top of his hard hat, then on top of both shoulders, both elbows and right ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4448,employee was adjusting the jaw crusher when the spring retaining washer failed causing a laceration and broken right pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4449,was moving an iron beam and felt a pop in arm,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4450,"a piece of metal apparently entered employee's left eye after wiping sweat off of his brow with a shirt sleave. he rinsed his eyes in the eye wash station and felt better. the next day he was in pain, so he was taken to the doctor where the object was removed. the cornea was scratched.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4451,the employee was in the process of put a spring back in a r25 euclid and the spring slip and pinched finger between the steering cylinder and spring,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4452,"after dumping load of coal, ee noticed the tail gate of his trailer was not latched, while trying to get gate latched he injured his right shoulder muscle, mri showed it was torn. employee was not scheduled to return to this site.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4453,"loading pins when his glove got hung on a pin, twisting his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4454,helping lift bottle no 2 when his end jerked hisright arm & pulled a muscle in his right arm,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4455,employee was changing out tool boxes on ride and twisted his left knee. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4456,"while changing the anvils in the crusher, ee struck anvil to loosen it and a chip of metal broke off at a high rate of speed, embedding in his right forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4457,"employee was helping make blet splice on #6 belt, 1 brk out by tailpiece. ee was beating splice with hammer and had a pain in neck, shoulders, and halfway down spine. ee finished shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4458,the employee was plastering a brattice when he got some plaster in it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4459,off side member was finished bolting on his side operator still had bolts to put up dew to a cut threw memeber was cleaning safety glasses when operator advanced machine running over members f oot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4460,"while pushing a dust hopper, a wheel got caught on a crack causing him to push and jerk to move the hopper. asked to see a doctor on 10-4-06, diagnosed with thoracic strain. placed on modified duty. amended: 6th rib fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4461,associate was removing hammers from 103 crusher. caught finger between i beam and hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4462,ee was reaching for an object and inadvertently grazed a piece of cut steel that resulted in a laceration of his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4463,employee was pulling on belt roller when it became hung on the rail that was holding the roller.he then pulled hard on the belt roller causing the roller to slip cutting his right hand between thumb and forefinger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4464,"ee was using a pressure washer. enough pressure built up in the wand, causing it to ""jump back"" and strike the ee in the face. ee was seen at the er where a laceration near the right eye was closed with sutures. ee released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4465,"employee was catching. when he grabbed another pallet, it slipped out of his hand and it scraped down the outside of his right ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4466,"pulling cable bolts off flat car, bolts were wedged together and when bolts came loose, the end with the plate came up & struck employee under left eye causing a laceration and fracture. fracture left cheek bone.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4467,"the ee was welding inside the loader bucket, using a ln25 wire welder. that friday afternoon his eyes were sore, by saturday evening his eyes became worse and began to swell.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -4468,"while attempting to free an air hose coupling from the spooling eye of the reel with a pair of pliers, the hose unexpectedly continued through the spooling device; pulling the employee's hand along with the hose before the pliers could be released. a finger of the left hand likely hit the spooling device or the air hose and caused the tip of the finger to be over-extended.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4469,"employee was helping hang vent tube. it fell and struck him on the head straining his neck. employee reported that the orthopedic surgeon stated ""massage therapy"" was okay, but bills came in suggesting regular physical therapy. on 11/16 physical therapy treatment was confirmed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4470,employee was operating a come-along to position a d11 dozer blade stabilizer into position to connect to the machine. come-along was improperly rigged and the chain was on the safety latch and broke free and stabilizer fell onto employee's right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4471,"employee was attempting to disconnect a line that had air pressure and a lime mixture. once diconnection was completed, employee was sprayed in face/eye with material. he was not wearing goggles at the time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4472,ee was unable to determine the actual time and activity that resulted in the back pain he reported. there was no pain at start of shift but started just before he reported it. the pain was mod erate at rest but worse when bending or twisting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4473,employee was cutting bolts from a liner with an oxyacetylene torch when his pant leg caught fire. he sustained second degree burns to his shin in an area approximately 2 by 5 inches. he was wearing polyester coveralls which contributed to the severity of the burn.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -4474,"emp was cutting down 42 inch vent bags and loading them on his truck. he picked up a piece of bag, hitting his left forearm on a cut piece of wire, resulting in a 2 inch deep puncture wound. the wound was packed and bandaged to ensure healing from the inside, and the employee was released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4475,employee was laying on his back while lifting a porta-power into place and felt a muscle pull in his back. he is working restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4476,employee was pulling on a railroad car brake wheel for the purpose of releasing it when he felt a pull and strain in his left upper arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4477,he was grinding a pulley wheel. his hand slipped and the grinder wheel struck his left hand middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4478,"releasing pressure on torque multiplier with 1/2"" ratchet. ratchet slipped and handle struck little finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4479,ee was loading a file cabinet on his truck. he stumbled and felt something pull in his back and stomach.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4480,employee and crew were hoisting stage iv tipping valve into position when they recognized the tipper was 180 degrees from the correct position. they attempted to cross the chain falls hooks while lifting to to spin it to the correct position. tipper spun faster than anticipated. employee was in the line of fire and struck in the knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4481,"the ee, a mobile equipment repairman, was closing a hood latch on the cat grader. the engine was running to allow for evaluation of an antifreeze leak when two fan blades cut the inside of his left arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4482,ee was bolting top in #1 entry and piece of rock slid off of canopy and struck him in his right foot. took him to pinevill community hospital emergency room. they admitted him for observation and to check foot out. rock cut a place on top of his foot & possibly broke bone in top of foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4483,"injured left shoulder while using a breaker bar to remove bolts during plant disassembly around 2/22-26/2017. initially thought shoulder was achy from exertion and did not report an injury until march 10, 2017 when diagnosed with rotator cuff tear in left shoulder. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4484,"a plant millwright received a welding flash burn to the eyes, due to the arc reflecting off the walls of the chute he was working in.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -4485,strain / injury by using tool.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4486,"resetting conveyor with loader and lifting chain. chain was unhooked and swinging while loader operator was backing up. chin latched on the conveyor while loader was still back up, swinging th e conveyor into ee and landing on his right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4487,"employee alleges that they and a fellow employee were manually moving a portable 480v winch while on the job site, and in the process felt a sharp pain in lower back, right side just above buttox.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4488,employee was using a hydraulic jack on a locomotive leaf spring when the jack kicked out causing the spring to strike his right thumb resulting in a crush injury requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4489,"employee was hanging a chain-fall to conduct a weight test on the kiln feed tank. employee tried to reposition hand and the left middle finger was pinched between the chain-fall and the tank door, resulting in a fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4490,"ee was drilling with a jackleg, the steel shanked. weight of drill pulled him into steel that shanked.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4491,ee was walking one break outby the tail drive while assisting in carry a propsetter timber when his knee gave away. ee worked until 6-7-01 at that time he was a specialist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4492,replacing cover on joy miner. ratchet slipped off of bolt being tightened and ee's elbow (left) hit the rub rail. elbow struck rub rail located behind ee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4493,"employee was manually lifting a 150 lb knife gate valve out of a pick-up truck. the tail gate did not work so he and his partner had to lean over it to pick up the valve - twisting their bodies on the way to the ground, to set the valve down. employee did not report injury till 7:15 am on 8/10/04. *given limited duty, medication, & physical therapy x 6 visits by md.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4494,employee was helping remove engine cover plate on 980c endloader and got his thumb caught between the cover and another piece of metal when setting the cover down.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4495,ee was lifting a loader bucket tooth from the floor to the proper storage spot and strained his low back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4496,member was attempting to put a load of rail in a switch when the coupler pin came out and the car broke the safety chain. the chain caught a piece of water line causing it to spring and hit him in the head. he received 2 stiches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4497,employee was repositioning a drill air supply bracket. the bracket dropped approx. four inches and pinched his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4498,ee was cutting a piece of rubber flashing wiper of the road stone bin when the utility knife slipped cutting the ee's left forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4499,the man was cutting a plastic bucket to fabricate a water strainer when the knife slipped and cut his finger. report filed for medical treatment only(stitches),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4500,"crew was installing additional 4"" line to tie into the existing 6"" air line, when they were unable to loosen the 2"" and the 3"" coupler from the ball reducer they started to remove the 6"" coupler. as the second bolt was loosened, the coupler blew off striking the employee in the left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4501,"while an employee was removing a muffler on a piece of equipment and using a pry bar to separate the inlet pipe from the muffler, the pry bar slipped and the blunt end struck the employee on t he left side temple area of his head. resulted in a small laceration requiring suturing.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4502,slid hand down handle of squeegee & caught a splinter in his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4503,"employee was helping other employees reattach a bull hose to a pump using a crow's foot which became unlodeged letting the bull hose swing around & knock employee to the ground hurting his side, shoulder & back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4504,lifting loading ples from blast holes,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4505,employee was moving stacker with the assistance of the loader. a clump of dirt fell on the employee hitting his hard hat and left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4506,employee was using a piece of wood to maintain alignment on conveyer belt. while adjusting it he hit his wrist. this resulted in a bruise to hiswrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4507,"employee was attempting to retrieve a section of ventilation tubing that was hung with nylon straps to the mine roof. employee utilized a knife to cut the nylon strap, at which time he also cut his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4508,ee was building a brattice. the brattice fell striking him on the knee and ankle(left). went to the dr. and has not called in. all i know at this time is he has a dr. appoint 3-22-01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4509,a finger was smashed between the rock and the chopper table. one finger damaged on the left hand. no blood or swelling of the finger. it became reportable due to restrictions from the doctor to not lift more than 5 pounds. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4510,"while helping to remove a bearing off of a screen shaft, an employee was using a hammer and struck the bearing causing a piece of metal to fly striking injured employee in the lip it was thought to be a laceration, but was later found to be imbedded in injured employee's lip",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4511,employee was using a pry bar to open slide gate on bottom of railroad car and the gate slipped open and the bar moved upward and employee caught finger between bar and side of rail car causing laceration to right little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4512,employee was installing a feeder belt and felt a pinch in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4513,individual was climbing up steps of #7 haul truck and pulled something in his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4514,"employee was working on a shield hose, loosening a fitting with a hammer when a piece of the hammer chipped off and a sliver of the hammer became lodged in right index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4515,"during a part 50 audit, it was determined this injury to be reportable. employee was standing beside someone welding and received a welding flash to his eyes. cause of this injury was looking at the welding process. compliance with rules/regs, mining equip/systems not a factor. ppe and miner proficiency may be a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -4516,employee was cutting pastic tie from an exten- sion cord using a pocket knife; he cut through tie and lacerated left palm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4517,crew was replacing belt and he cut finger on edge of roller.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4518,injured was helping a co worker lift the rub rail of the miner. they were using a bar to help lift with. injured was bent over and felt a pain in is his lower back. has gone to the doctor where they are treating him for a strain to the back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4519,"while prying screen panel loose to move it for lifting, pry bar slipped out of his hands while under tension striking his right elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4520,"employee was a roof bolter and stated that he was picking up and loading some roof plates onto his boom tray, while his buddy was installing a corner bolt. when the installation was done that person went back and let the atrs down a little, causing the bolter to roll backwards onto the victims foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4521,"employee stated was removing a rock off of the left side continuous miner measuring 12"" in length 13"" in width and 10"" in thickness and as ee was going to roll it into the conveyor chain the rock shifted and rolled back onto left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -4522,employee was removing material from a crusher using a jackhammer. later in the day he felt soreness in his upper back muscles and shoulder blade.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4523,"the employee was removing stack steel that was stuck in the mine roof. one of the pieces of steel fell out, striking his left hand, causing a laceration to his ring finger that required 8-sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4524,"while changing cutting edges on a 988f loader employees were using a rough terrain forklift to move the edges. injured employee was adjusting the cutting edge on to the forks and placed his le ft hand on the top of the forklift back rest as the fforklift operator tilted the forks back, pinching the employees finger between the back rest and the boom head. failure to communicate bet",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4525,employee was lowering his clothes basket in the surface bath house. he felt pain in his neck and shoulders.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4526,an employee was moving rock across rollers at splitter. another employee pushed a rock pinning his finger in between the two rocks. there were no broken bones & no stitches were required. the doctor removed the remaining part of his finger nail and bandaged his finger. no further medical attention was required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4527,installing floor grating and felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4528,dropped a case of boosters on his finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4529,employee dropped heavy object on little finger of left hand and cut it open.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4530,"the employee was trying to remove a pinched bandsaw blade. the blade twisted and cut two fingers, one of which required stitches",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4531,"the ie employee stated he was driving a connector link on a conveyor chain on the #18 continuous miner. he stated he was using a 15lb. sledge hammer to drive the connecting link to the strap. while striking the link a piece of metal struck the employee in the right arm approximately 3"" above the wrist. ie had surgery to extract the metal from his arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4532,"while working in an electrical switch box, employee tried closing the door, which was held open by a benita clip. the door sprang shut, causing a laceration on his left eye brow, which required several sutures to repair.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4533,went to answer the section phone and picked up a piece of rock and threw it out of way.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4534,employee was shoveling under belt and hit solid rock and injured finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4535,foreign object embedded in eye,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4536,employee was removing a tooth from a 988 loader bucket using an 8lb hammer knocking tooth from side to side when a sliver of metal broke away from tooth striking employee on his left leg front thigh area. foreign body was removed from employee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4537,employee and co-worker were carrying a 800 ton base lift to the face of the longwall when he felt a twinge of pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4538,"employee developed burn, after cement kiln feed got into boots.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4539,the employee was sitting on a wooden bench in the change room prior to the start of his shift. he was talking to co-workers; he felt severe pain on the left side of his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4540,"ee bent over to pick up a stone, when returning to standing position. he hit his head on a stone that was hanging over rollers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4541,employee swung the bolter head and caught his right knee against the rib. double head bolter.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4542,employee had pulled up to miner with his shuttle car and had just switched seats when the miner operator swung the tail of the miner and bumped the car into the rib. the car operator's thumb was between kitchen and rib. his thumb was broke and a tendon was cut.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4543,"employee was trying to install a tension spring on the excavator ex-1-002, the spring bounced causing injuries on one of his fingers and on a tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4544,"employee stated that ie was attempting to load a shuttle car when the car became hooked on the cable hook of the boom. when the shuttle car pulled away from the miner, the hook broke off the miner. ie stated ie picked up the hook to toss it against the rib and was cut by a bur on the hook. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4545,while exiting a dozer the employee hit the upper portion of his face against the left door grab handle which pushed his safety glasses into the bridge of his nose causing a laceration requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4546,"production worker was cutting a bulk back and cut right index finger. ee left work early to seek a doctors opinion, they glued finger closed and bandaged it. ee returned to work for the next shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4547,"employee was in the process of removing belt structure on the 4w belt. the stand fell against the belt lift pinching employee's left ring finger, causing a laceration resulting in sutures. cause of injury was awareness. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor miner proficiency may be a factor",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4548,employee was repairing a steering clutch in a bent over postion. as he raised up. he felt a sharp pain in his lower back. he went to dr and was placed off work on 7/8/09.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4549,employee was repairing conveyor belt using a razor knife. the knife slipped cutting his left forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4550,employee raised a ladder on a hydraulic shovel and felt soreness in his back on 03/04/2011. on his next scheduled shift (3-9-2011) he returned to work with restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4551,"ee was working on new basket installation on kbt20, was welding, cutting and grinding using all ppe. ee did not notice irritation to l eye until later in evening. ee was not sure if eye was scratched or irritated. ee sent to town clinic on 7/19. 7/26 received a definitive diagnosis from dr. that the debris was imbedded and removed easily w/instrument.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4552,employee was performing regular maint. on boiler tubes. employee alleges that the rebar he was using became lodged between two tubes. when he pulled rebar out he felt a pain in left shoulder. employee started physical therapy as of 11/29/2007.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4553,"trying to hold bolt on cutting edge, bolt spun & cut left middle finger 6 stitches needed",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4554,"while driving a bearing out, a chip broke off and struck right thigh. individual received stitches to close wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4555,"while checking oil on #992 loader, injured struck left side of left ankle with compartment cover door.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4556,"reportable only. ""no lost time"" while pinning roof, pot fell out of top and hit his right arm. sutures required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4557,the ee was adjusting the lime belt on the incline screen. while holding the spacer plate in the framework the hosuing shifted and caught the right index finger inflicting a fracture. this pers on returned to work following medical treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4558,ee had finished bolting roof in the #3 heading. the joy miner had a cutter motor bolt loose; the ee was helping the mechanic tighten the bolts using a ratchet multiplier. the multiplier slipped and the handle struck the ee's pinky finger on his right hand breaking the pinky in one joint.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4559,employee was side bolting in 3 north mains. was trying to remove bolt wrench from the chuck but it was stuck. employee pulled and wiggled the wrench and when it came out of the chuck it hit the employee in the mouth causing a chip in right front tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4560,employee was manually closing a door on a chute. the door did not close completely and kicked back. the handle of the door pinched the employee's finger and fractured it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4561,"while positioning feeder onto tailpiece, the feeder struck tailpiece knocking it onto his foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4562,"employee was driving wedge w/hammer & stepped into swing, stepping too close & hit his elbow on the wedge next to the one he was hitting.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4563,employee was cleaning gravel spill under crusher feed conveyor. he raised up and struck shoulder on conveyor frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4564,"ee stated that while bolting the mine roof he injured his shoulders, neck and back. (he was injured on 1/10/01 but continued to work until a doctor visit on 2/14/01. began missing work on 2/1 5/01.)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4565,ee was standing back from the cm machine when a piece of material flew back and struck him on the left side of his neck causing a laceration requiring 8 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4566,"while shoveling near the crusher station at the preparation plant, the miner was struck on the left shoulder by an unknown object or debris. the miner was seen by a doctor and was diagnosed with a bruise on the shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4567,employee was closing up an amon door on a fairchild scoop and caught the middle right finger between the amon door and the frame. medical treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4568,"employee's were involved in adjusting a motor base to replace the motor drive belts, when the motor mount bolts broke and struck employee in the lower right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4569,"employees were moving a piece of 6"" steel tubing. an employee on the opposite end dropped his side of the tubing, casuing the injured to catch his finger in a pinch point. medical treatment - no days away",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4570,"lifting 1 1/2"" screens, wearing gloves but edge of screen was sharp and cut through glove into wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4571,cutting some hogwire to put around a can when it came back and cut his left forearm causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4572,"employee was installing a seat in one of the haul trucks when he experienced sharp pain in his right shoulder while setting the seat in place. employee did not seek medical help until march 31, 2014.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4573,while changing steel on #3154 driltech drill employee closed door on his left thumb causing an amputation below finger nail. employee was taken to brookwood medical center for treatment,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4574,emp was kneeling under dump trk. he picked up pump (approx 75 lbs) and lifted overhead to install on trk. weight of pump forced emp to lower and re-lift. strained back during re-lift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4575,employee was pulling frozen rocks when they came loose and jammed back onto his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4576,"employee was hitting two hammers together to cut a piece of screen, a splinter from the hammer struck his left leg. employee received three stiches / no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4577,ee said his seat in his d11 dozer bottomed out and hurt his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -4578,walking in heading & jammed neck into roof. no. 5 entry.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4579,employee dropped roll of stretch wrap on to unprotected area of boot causing contusion on right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4580,on 7/14/08 ee was in process of haging a line curtain and cut his right hand pinky finger on the roof bolt plate.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4581,"employee was connecting black water line together when the water line slipped out of the coupling striking the employee in the mouth, breaking a tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4582,employee had been cutting a pipe with a band-saw so it would fit in the dumpster. a piece of pipe was on the rack where it had been cut off and employee said when he walked by the pipe it rolled and fell off poking his arm on the way down.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4583,employee was trying to turn a steel liner over and sprained his rt. torso,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4584,the ee was helping another ee remove a simplex jack from under the belt. he was striking it with a drill steel and when he struck the jack with the steel it caused pain and discomfort to his l eft thumb. he continued to have a sore thumb andsaw a specialist on 3-19-01. it was decided that the thumb was dislocated. he was released to restricted duty 3-20-01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4585,ee was throwing hydraulic hose into scoop bucket when mud containing a piece splashed in his left eye causing the metal to become in his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4586,ee cutting straps off bundle of bulk bags when box cutter slipped up the strap cutting his left index finger. required 4 sutures and ee was released with no restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4587,truck needed coal dumped off and driver got finger in tailgate.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4588,ee was installing bolts in the no. 9 heading. ee had put bolt and glue in hole and was holding the bolt with ee's right hand while starting it in the hole. once bolt was in about 1' the bolt hung up/jumped and popped out of chuck striking the ee on the hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4589,"employee states he was unlatching rock cars, the latch was hard to open and when pulled it loose, felt pain in lower back immediately.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4590,"employee was cutting the top of a plastic jug off using a utility knife. the knife slipped, cutting his left wrist. he was taken to a local emergency room where he received two stitches for the laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4591,"employee was carrying bags of rock dust while kneeling over, when he felt his back pop and pain shooting through both legs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4592,employee was lifting stone off conveyor belt when he felt a pain in his middle back; restricted duty assigned.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4593,"an employee was prying a chunk of material with a bar which slipped off the chunk, causing employee to lose balance and then went backwards into structure behind ee. employee did not miss any work or no restrictions until the shoulder flared up again. it was determined ee has a slight labrum tear requiring surgery. employee became a reportable and had surgery on 12/16/2020. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -4594,"raising the conveyor belt & removing the bangboards to access the mill feed conveyor scale area. after 4 bangboards were removed the conveyor belt was chainjacked up off the idlers. with the bangboard on the belt, ee got on top of the belt to shift the bangboard uphill. when the bangboard was pushed forward, ee's finger got caught between 2 bangboards, breaking his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4595,employee was sitting on a pipe that was suspended with chain falls. he was cleaning some of his tools. the pipe shifted when someone else hit it and smashed his foot between the pipe and the floor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4596,a co-worker was rolling a rock. the rock caught ee's right thumb between another rock. his finger became smashed between the rocks and was cut. he received stitches and also had a hairline fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4597,"employee was uncoupling a water hose from the roto jet when the hose broke free and was still pressurized, causing a stream of water to strike ee in the left eye. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4598,injured was operating the roof drill when the drill steel broke striking him on his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4599,"employee was pulling a 12"" id ceramic lined 90 deg pipe elbow, by hand, across a floor to position it for installation. while pulling, he experienced pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4600,the man was bending a roof bolt as he was preparing to install it into the roof when he felt a pain in his lower back. the man continued to perform his normal work duties until 10-28-11 at which time he went on restricted duty status.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4601,"water line hit employee on left side of face while moving 2"" air pump",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4602,"ee was hydorblasting a steel valve stem guard securing it with his left foot which was not donned with the correct ppe as reqd by w-s industrial policies & standards. the ee slipped losing hi s footing causing his left foot to enter the water stream path, lacerting the metaarsol area of his left foot",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4603,"a rib rolled and struck the victim, knocking him down and broke his right leg, between knee and ankle, and cut him over right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4604,miner was operating a cat d11r dozer when he backed the machine over a rock jarring his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -4605,"impact wrench fell 49"" off shelf where he had placed wrench. it struck his r. hand and result-ed in a simple fracture being eventually diagnosed after a 2nd x-ray.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4606,moving supplies on yard area i needed to squeeze the fork closer together i raise up fork with left hand. the fork slipped out of hand and fell when it fell my right finger was mashed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4607,"ee alleges that while operating a backhoe scaling quarry highwall, his lower back began to hurt after being jarred when a large rock hit the bucket.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -4608,ee tripped on oxy-acetylene hoses and lit torch came in contact with employee's left arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -4609,ee was using a bow saw to cut a post when the saw jumped and the blade cut his left hand causing a 3cm laceration requiring 1 cont. suture. he returned to work without restrictions and no days were lost.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4610,employee was attempting to throw/move a piece of continuous miner cable out of the roadway. while moving the cable ee felt a pain in ee's back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -4611,employee states that he was using wrench to tighten bolts on pipeline. after going home he felt pain in back. saw nurse and was put on modified duty on 7-13-2004.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4612,employee was using a dull pocket knife to cut a rope. placed the knife in a loop and pulled the knife toward himself and the knife came out of the loop and jabbed into his left elbow area. required two sutures to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4613,"a miner was injured while loading 6 inch plastic water line on a scoop. when the 6 inch plastic waterline was placed on the scoop, the end closest to the injured miner bounced up and contacted the miner's safety glasses. the safety glasses caused a small laceration under left eyebrow. the hospital placed three sutures in the affected area to close the laceration. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4614,"drill operator was helping blaster load shot. blast hole was being loaded with 13 pound sticks. while reaching for a stick the driller states his back ""went out"". originally diagnosed as a sprain & no lost time at work. condition worsened after physical therapy. re-diagnosis revealed bulged disc. ee is restricted to drill operating only & has no physical labor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4615,a small piece of drawrock struck ee on left hand and fractured left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4616,"ee was cutting nylon rope cable hangers with a utility knife, when the knife slipped from his right hand it struck his left hand, causing a thumb laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4617,employee was directing air flow onto himself from the air vents and inadvertently stuck his finger into the blower fan.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -4618,ee tried to dislodge a piece of slate that was caught in the trimming machine. his foot slipped off the foot operated pedal causing the blade to shoot back damaging his right hand. he failed to shut off the power to the machine before trying to dislodge the slate. there was a lacerated tendon damage.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4619,"while taking off his safety glasses, they caughthis respirator and it snapped, throwing a build-up of lime into his eye. he got some lime in hiseyes and was advised to stay off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4620,"employee was greasing loader and bumped his left knee on the bucket, bruising left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4621,employee was lifting a sandblasting pot into the bed of pickup truck. he felt he strained or hurt his left arm and forearm and lower back (doctor's report shows previous lumbar laminectomy). bicep ok - accident under investigation still.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4622,"while side bolting on miner, he was installing his second steel as he raised the drill head up it struck the steel causing it to bend pinching his hand between the steel and the mast.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4623,"ee was attempting to lift the ""tongue"" that was to be used to connect a 15 ton jeffrey motor to a lowboy that was being used to transport a petite ""mule"". while doing this he experienced some pain in his upper abdomen above his navel. this was later diagnosed as a hernia. ee began to miss work on 3/6/00 due to this injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4624,"ee was taking off hub on gear box using a chisel and hammer, chisel slipped out of his hand and hit him on bridge of nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4625,ee was attempting to load a truck with gravel from under the gravel bin and scraped his hand on the shoot handle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4626,"injured was helping another employee move 2 com-pressors in the shop; he was trying to hold the compressor from swinging off of a table, becausethe crane could not be positioned directly above it. he had his leg on the table, pulling hard.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4627,an employee was assisting in the dismantling of a dampener from a dozer when the outer ring fell after being hit by a hammer and struck the employee on the finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4628,injured was throwing cable over and felt a pop in their lower back. injured continued to work but was experiencing discomfort in the lower back and leg area. injured went for evaluation at doctor on 12/6/18 and was placed on restrictions and given medication for the injury,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -4629,"while attempting to lift surge bin door for repairs, 2nd hinge broke, causing door to fall. in ee's attempt to catch door (to prevent it from striking another ee) his right hand-ringer finger was smashed. finger was fracture & ee returned to work w/restricted duty limitations, the next work day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4630,injured person stated while changing out a bottom roller ip hung one side and went to pull up to hook other side and the side ip first hooked came off causing the bottom roller to strike ip in right side. there was no witness and ip didn't tell nobody till next day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4631,"employee alleges that he received a carpal tunnel injury while shoveling spilled over cement material from the gallery onto the conveyor at the finish mill to cement silo conveyor on august 20, 2007. worker's comp. has denied the claim. this report is for memo only.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4632,cutting belt to make belt splice using utility knife. slipped and cut rt. knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4633,ee was attempting to drill a hole when his augerbent striking his left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4634,"while repostioning hydraulic ram, the spacer being used tipped and fell pinching his right index finger resulting in a contusion/laceration requiring stitches. modified use of hand, no strenuous or repetitive gripping.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4635,ee was installing a containment system for the kiln heat exchangers when ee bent down to weld a piece. prior to that ee carried a fronious electric 110 welder which weighs 19.6 lbs. when ee bent down ee felt something pull in the lower back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4636,while cutting with torch(welding) ee burned his eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -4637,"individual received laceration to his left hand, while making a splice to the shuttle car cable. his hand slipped resulting in a laceration to his middle and ring finger from a utility knife.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4638,"removing center drive line on 980 wheel loader. drive line came part way out and caught on frame. ee reached in to move drive line into a different position. came loose, left hand, middle finger, was in pinch point area between frame and drive line.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4639,employee opened hammer valve on pressurized line and got hot cement dust in his eyes while attempting to reseal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4640,employee was reaching to get a piece of drill steel from the hole when a piece of draw rock fell striking him on the left forearm. ee sustained a laceration requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4641,ee was installing a new grounding rod (3/4 copper) with a hammer. he missed the piece his hand took the impact slicing his left palm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4642,"the operator was loosening a rail bolt, the wrench slipped and they hit their hand on the drive box smashing right pinky finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4643,injured was prying a liner in the 1 crushing mock body when they pry bar shipped. this caused a strain of his elbow prescribed physical therapy 6-22-00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4644,employee was removing segment bolts from unit #20524 a d10 dozer. employee was using a breaker bar and the socket slipped off the nut and struck the employee in the chin and mouth area. employee was transported to camc general were he recieved 5 sutures to his chin and 5 to his lower lip and also chipped a tooth. employee returned to work the next day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4645,"dropped bolter head after installing roof bolt, bolt wrench came out of chuck, bounced off drill head, striking ee in right eye resulting in one stitch in eye lid.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4646,ee was operating drill rig and wanted to check the level of heat coming out of vent system. the cab heater was not blowing warm air. he reached up to feel the air coming out of the heater duct and his fingers contacted the squirrel type fan. the fan cut three of his fingers on his left hand near the ends. his index finger was nicked and the other two required 12 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -4647,employee attempted to trim plastic from drill cap and cut finger on a non locking utility knife.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4648,"the employee was bolting on 6 east belt line. drilled a hole for a 16' cable bolt, after removing the steels noticed ee's left shoulder was sore. the employee did not violate any laws and was wearing all the appropriate ppe. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4649,"employee's fingers were pinched, in a spring loaded concrete chute, while cleaning.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4650,"ee was reading to refill the antifreeze tank.he opened the depressurinzing valve & released the air pressure from the tank but neglected to shutoff the valve which allows the tank to be charge d with air pressure. as he unscrewed the cap, the pressure that had entered the tank caused the cap to pop off. when the cap popped off it struck ee in the lower left lip",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4651,"employee picked up oxygen tank by the lid, it come off hitting employee in lower lip, cutting his lip inside, the lid was to big and didn't fit the tank proper he went to logan regional healthcore, he got 4 stitucehs in lower lip, was told to return to work on 6-2-03.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4652,employee was in bath house and bumped against hook that holds clothes baskets aloft. hook disengaged and empty metal clothes basket fell striking him in left eye resulting in laceration to eye lid.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4653,the miner was lifting and stacking stone when ee felt a pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4654,"we were doing belt and power move. i was pulling on the belt when it twisted my right knee. i had swelling in my right knee. this accident did not involve any aspect of compliance with rules, regulations or attitude.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4655,employee was aligning a bolt in a hole when he used the air impact wrench it smashed the tip of his finger between the bolt head and the slot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4656,"employee was splicing a shuttle car power cable with a belt knife. as he cut into the cable his hand slipped, he cut his left leg with the belt knife causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4657,"employee was shooting a ring buildup in the kiln with 12 gauge shot gun. on one of ht erounds, employee apparently did nto hold gun properly, gun kicked back and struck employee in upper lip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4658,"employee stated ee was operating a roof bolting machine on the unit 2 section. ee was in the process of installing a roof bolt. in the process of installing the bolt, the pie pan plate came through the head of the bolt striking the employee in the nose. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4659,over exposure to u.v. rays. a 1000 watt mercury vapor flood light outer shell broke and inner shell continued to burn. all employees in the area received burns on skin as well as eye irritation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4660,while torching metal an amber flicked into his boot causing a 3rd degree burn to his left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -4661,"installing pipe in mill. employee holding pipe overhead, stepped forward to adjust strop, right shoulder popped out of joint.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4662,employee stated he was moving a barrel of compressor oil to service the drill. while moving the barrel he twisted his lower back. he expects to be off work for at least one week.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4663,injured said he was helping other repairmen change a hyd. jack out on a ram car. they were lifting jack by hand to remove from car when one end of jack fell mashing injured's middle finger on left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4664,employee was pushing a piece of curb on the rollers when the end broke on a seam and hit his left upper leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4665,after removal of liners from the north sag mill ee hooked end of cable on liner handler bulkhead and tightened cable with thumb between hook and bulkhead. the resultant injury was a smash and laceration to the left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4666,"employee was using a double jack to beat boulder in grizzly. he hit the cat walk on back swing, lost his balance, swung down, and double jack struck him in the left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4667,"ee was removing a starter from an international truck. the bolts were seized up and ee was using a cutting torch to heat the bolts for removal. ee who is nearsighted, slid the prescription safety glasses up to ensure ee was heating the proper bolt when hot grease hit left cheek and splattered into left eye causing a chemical burn.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4668,"the mechanic had to tighten bolts between the track and side frame on the #541 dozer. as he reached toward the bolts, he struck and chipped a tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4669,"while attempting to get #3 calciner to feed, employee swung at #3 bin bottom with hammer and felt pain in his back. employee restricted to no overtime on 3/19/08.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -4670,miner was pulling 50 lb bags of limestone and started experiencing pain in left shoulder and neck area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4671,a maintenance employee was rolling up 50 foot sections of an old conveyor belt for disposal. after finishing rolling up 3 sections the employee started another section. ee started rolling in the kneeling position for 1 turn then ee stood up and hurt ee's lower back. ee went to a doctor on 4/3/17 who diagnose a muscle strain and reported the injury to management at that time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4672,a mechanic's right middle finger was pinched/smashed when the upper park brake assembly slipped while being removed from the left rear wheel motor on a haul truck. the result was a finger tip fracture and laceration requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4673,ee states while tightening lug nuts on the top of a wheel while standing on the ground and holding the air gun above his head he felt his back pop between his shoulder blades and the base of his neck. no pain initially pain started after he stopped moving and was sitting in truck,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4674,"while assisting in lifting a guard, employee felt pain in right calf muscle",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4675,"employee was replacing brakes on a komatsu 730e rock truck using a chain ratchet. when ee moved the handle on the racket, ee's hand hit a sharp burr on the brake rotor cutting finger. ee was taken to the er. the cut required three stitches to close the wound. ee had on jersey gloves. ee came back to work the same day and continued to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4676,chipping bushing out of 998 cat piece of chisel flew off into stomach.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4677,ee reported sore back muscle on 2/15 which he felt occurred previously. used arm to slow or stopsacks as the approached palletizer air table. heshould have let bags come to a rest and then pos ition them. he said he thought this occurred on 2/5/01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4678,"employee was in clinker tunnel jackhammering a large clinker chunk. when the jackhammer broke through the chunk, employee lost his balance causing him to slip and fall on his right leg and twisting his right ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -4679,miner was handling a cable in a barge moving procedure when the cable became taught. before he could release the wire it jerked him forward quickly. miner felt pain in the top of his shoulder and between his shoulder blades. this was diagnosed as an acute right shoulder/scapuler muscle strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4680,victim was cleaning a section of a dozer cutting edge. he turned it over and pinched his finger between the edgeand another piece of steel causing a laceration to his left ring finger requirin g sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4681,"he was cutting a move box cable, his knife slipped, cutting his left middle finger. the ee received 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4682,"employee was preparing to leave the section at the end of his shift. as he removed old bits from the bolter, a 12""x 8""x 1""rock fell onto his right hand just behind the thumb cutting him. he was taken to the e.r. for treatment, where the wound was closed with stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4683,"employee was in the process of repairing a feeder breaker with a broken flight chain. in the process a flight was jammed. the employee used a sledge hammer to beat on it trying to free it. when he struck the flight with the hammer, a sliver of metal came off the flight and penetrated two inches into his right leg. the sliver had to be surgically removed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4684,injured left thumb while swapping out oxygen tanks on service truck. the protective cage over the bottles fell to a closed position while handling the oxygen bottle. the cage fell onto his left thumb causing swelling and bruising.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4685,"employee was lowering a 14"" diameter pipe into place when it became caught. he kicked it with his right foot to free it. the pipe broke free catching the side of his foot in a pinch point causing a laceration. the employee was wearing metatarsals, but it caught just behind steel toe and below metatarsal.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4686,"left hand- at this point the extent of injury isstill unknown. ee was operating a roof bolter & injured the 1st,2nd & 3rd finger on his lt. handhe was transported to hospital & surgery was per formed on his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Unclassified, insufficient data" -4687,employee welding and received burn to groin area,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4688,"ee was operating the drill, a hydraulic line broke, spraying hydralic fluid into left eye. ee rec'd 1st aid on site & was taken for medicalevaluation, rec'd medicated eye drops.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4689,"ee was helping change a belt on north plant feed of prep plant, when he felt pain in his upper back. he was taken to health check south in terre haute where he was examined by dr. scott ripple with a diagnosis of upper back sparin and restrricted to no lifting over 5 lbs until 6-28-00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4690,ee bent to lift plywood off the ground and felt sharp pain right side of neck from ear down to his collar bone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4691,miner was changing bits ont he cutter drums using a hammer and a pyunch accidentally smashed his thumb with the hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4692,employee was hammering on tail roller shuttle car and a piece of metal went into ee's hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4693,"while installing bucket link on 990 loader, shop craned rubbed loader arm dislodging dirt on arm causing dirt to get into left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4694,employee was moving chocks from under vacuum truck when experienced pain in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4695,work glove was caught in a pedestal mounted grinding wheel. the first digit of ee's left thumb was injured.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -4696,"converyor legs were on the ground and a loader was running and tried to move the legs and felt something on his back and he knew something was bothering him. he talked to his boss and he said to go get checked out, so he went to the hospital.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4697,an employee was shoveling clay from behind the feeders and belt conveyers and strained back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4698,material build up was not removed prior to lifting cover off conveyor. ee complained of back strain after lifting off cover.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4699,employee stated was using a battery powered leaf blower to blow dust out of #3 d-box and felt a small piece of dust or unknown object enter right corner of right eye. the employee went to optometrist after work and was prescribed prescription eye drops. this incident is being reported as a medical reportable due to the prescription eye drops.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4700,"ee received chemcial burns on face, chest and arms when he disconnect a hose that was under pressure and the chemical sodium silicate splashed on him. the sds pump on the customers tank was hu ng up and not allowing the product to move from the truck/trailer into the sds tank so driver disconnected hoses not realizing product was still in hose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4701,"ee was pulling on 1 1/2"" water line wash down hose stuck in mud. while pulling on hose, felt sharp pain in lower back. due to scheduling at plant, first day off was 1/13/05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4702,"employee was trying to hold hose on the end of wand of steam jenny, while another worker applied pressure the hose kicked off wand an the water steam cut his hand across top between thumb an index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4703,he smashed his finger with a wedge bar on a steel rod when he was trying to make the cone liner tighter.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4704,"while ee was working on c/m ee received a laceration to the finger, ee did not file an incident report until 7/15/19 after seeking medical attention on 7/12/19 for an infection. cause of this incident was lack of concentration. ppe was not a factor/mining equipment was not a factor/compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, miner proficiency may have been a factor",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4705,employee was operating the #567 haul truck when they were jarred while being loaded by the #2 shovel. the employee experienced pain in neck and shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -4706,"a metal eye on a metal plate broke loose and the plate smashed employee's index finger on right hand. employee needed stitches in finger. returned to work same day. employee was wearing a safety welding glove. plate did not cut thru glove, but did cut employee's finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4707,"the ee was grinding the bevel strap that was to be welded on the 615 crane motor mount. while grinding, a particle became lodged in his left eye. a doctor removed the particle and prescribed p rescription medication.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4708,"the man was riding on a personnel carrier as a passenger. as they approached a run through check, the man raised his foot to deflect the check. the man's foot contacted the roof causing his leg to jam and twist his knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4709,"first injury, lifting stone",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4710,he was repairing/adjusting a screen on the crusher plant & the screen guard came loose & hit him on the right side of the face beside his right eye and at the inner aspect under the right eye close to the nose & made a small knitting needle sized puncture wound. was examined by dr./no treatment needed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4711,"ee was getting metal roof straps from the supply area. he cut the metal band holding the straps together and the end of the band cut his hand. this cut became infected, specialist took ee off work 5/16/2011.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4712,employee was loading cable bolt plates and glue off a supply onto the scoop bucket and felt a sharp pain in right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4713,ee was getting into his truck at the beginning of his shift and entered the cab in a different manner than what he was use to . in doing to he tought he pulled a muscle. he attempted to exit t he truck later in the day and began to feel sharp pain in his upper leg. he was evaluated by a chiropractor who placed him on limited duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4714,on 9/15/18 employee reported blurred vision and eye irritation. employee was packaging mill concentrate when some dust got into ee's eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4715,"employee was observing the operation of the continuous miner in the no. 5 entry when a rock fell from between roof bolts striking his head & left shoulder injuring neck, back & right leg. he d idn't start missing work until 8/22/03.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4716,employee was cutting the strap off of a pallet of roof bolts when the strap came back and hit his right arm causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4717,"employee was in the 9 west section taking a cable out of a roller hanger when the hanger broke free, causing the cable to strike employee on the right shoulder/back area. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4718,"ee smashed her lt. thumb, middle, & index fingers between a heavy metal shaft & a pallet,she wasloading it onto. she was sent to a dr. offsite on 4/29/02 & released back to work. she continue d to have problems with the fingers and went back to the dr. on 5/16/02 and was kept off work- her first day missed was 5/16/02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4719,employee was completing an s.o.p. cleaning out the #1 kiln d.a.a. conveying system. employee had to position self on the floor to gain access to the south & east side bolts that attach the hopper onto the bottom of the rotary valve. it is while ee was removing the hopper that ee believes ee came in contact with the hydrated lime product causing a skin burn on ee's pants line. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4720,employee strained his back lifting structure.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4721,changing tire on cat rock truck and took the wheel apart and was rolling the (side ring) wheel part and it had a burr sticking out and cut the rt. hand palm area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -4722,employee was using an air hose to blow out the truck and lost control of the hose which struck their right eye blowing material in to their eye. the employee did not report this accident until the next shift on 9/7/17.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4723,lifting conveyor 8 with 2 cranes and when the top supports were cut loose the conveyor shifted and pinned the employee between the conveyor and a handrail behind them.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4724,"ee was relocating a slide valve for a coal mill when the valve became wedged on a bolt between pipe. as the ee was trying to free the valve, a fellow employee shook the pipe. the valve came loose and rolled trapping ee's left hand between the valve and pipe. ee was transported to a local treatment facility for treatment. he was treated for a bruise and laceration to left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -4725,employee was throwing roof bolts out for the next row to be bolted when he felt his left knee pop.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -4726,"employee was unloading 5"" x 7"" x 16' wooden bars off of a supply car and piling them along the rib. one of the bars rolled off the pile striking victim on the leg. cause of injury was too high of a pile and unstable condition. compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, personnal equip not a factor, miner profiency a factor, mining equip/systems not a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4727,malfunction of throttle cable on 16h blade.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4728,replacing bolt/nut on conveyor during routine maintenance. ratchet slipped. little finger hit conveyor lattice injuring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4729,employee was unbolting a cover with the intentions of resting it on a bucket elevator chain they were working on when the metal cover slipped and pinched the employees 4th finger on his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4730,"ee was in an awkward position using a 4"" grinder with a wire wheel and felt a pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4731,"ee was pulling out a section of 4"" plastic water line behind some top rollers that were standing against the rib. the pipe knocked a top roller over and landed on ee s left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4732,"the ee states he has reaggravated his left shoulder injury of 8-6-00. he was sent to the dr and returned with restrictions on 11-15-00. he states he wasn't doing anything out of the ordinary, he is unaware of any event or single exposure that resulted in the reaggravation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4733,"while changing a 30 watt light bulb, the bulb broke and cut through the electricians glove, cutting the tip of his index finger (sutures required)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4734,rock bounced off crusher hitting left hand & caused it to fracture,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4735,while employee was moving the blending gates at #1 screen he smashed his finger inbetween the gate and it's back stop.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4736,"employee picked up a bag containing training materials and felt a twist in her back which didn't present pain at the time of the incident. the next she day wasn't sure if the pain was from cramps or kidney. she did not seek medical attention until june 19, 2011 and she reported the back pain issue to her immediate supervisor on june 20, 2011",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4737,employee alleges he was pulling on pump shaft with his chest against bearing and he felt a sharp pain in his chest.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4738,"tire service tech was installing a tire on the loader. while installing the side flange and bead seat band the flange fell out of the bead area, striking the tech on the top of his right foot above the steel toe guard. tech suffered a fracture to the top of the foot, the extent unknown until all test results are returned.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4739,employee was striking ripping tooth with hammer and a piece of the tooth broke off and struck him in the lower lip causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4740,"employee while pulling cable, stepped on soft dirt causing a knee strain. later examination revealed a torn acl which required surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4741,"on 01/26/21 ie injured left shoulder while pulling a piece of curtain off top of scoop to put in dumpster. unknowing to ie there were rb plates on the curtain that added resistance jolting the ie left shoulder causing a ""popping"" as it was pulled off. ie had surgery on 05/13/21 to repair a tear in the rotator cuff.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4742,employee was struck in the right eye by dust particles from an air blaster.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4743,employee was working on a belt move on the section when his accident happened. he was placing belt hanger with bolt when the wrench slipped and hit his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4744,the employee was moving miner cable when he felt pain in his right calf. the employee began missing work on 08/29/2013.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4745,employee was drilling a hole from the bottom up into a panel. his loose hand was too close to the drill bit and the slack in his glove got caught on the bit causing his hand to get pulled towards the bit. the employee's left middle finger was lacerated as a result.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -4746,employee was removing a bearing from a tire in a raw mill when bearing slipped and smashed left index and middle fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4747,working on fly ash valve 141 had end cover off and was applying air pressure to valve when vale piston flew out hitting right hand and cutting right thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4748,"original injury of 12/13/09 was not msha reportable. ee states he lifted 24"" pipe and heard ""pop"" sound. no medical treatment until 1/18/10. physician took ee off work 1/19/10-2/3/10 for low back strain. full release to work 2/4/10.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4749,employee stated that he and a coworker were pulling 150 ft of trolley feed to advance the section power. while doing so the feed line caught on a track tie and caused the line to jerk putting a strain on the employee's left shoulder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4750,he was winding the fuel hose and it was twisted. when he hit the button the nozzle popped off and hit him in the right side of the face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4751,"4/11 @ 2 am, felt irritation in eye while air arching in rev frame of shovel, sparks coming over & around head. welding helmet & safety glasses being worn. washed eye on site, completed shift & next shift. 4/12: 5 pm, after sleeping, eye felt irritated. imbedded metal partical removed from right cornea by doctor using brush & spud. returned to work next day after follow-up exam.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4752,"injured employee stated ee was operating the left fletcher bolter on the #1 section, stated that ee was installing 10ft cable bolts in the intersection between entries 3 & 4 at #251 break, stated ee was 6ft in depth for a 10ft deep hole, stated that when bolt partner dropped pot it caused stress on ee's steel causing it to break and therefore strike ee's left pinky finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4753,ee turning pulley and r arm impaled by nail sticking out of board.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4754,while lifting a scrubber door his left hip became painful. he was advised by a doctor to work light duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4755,employee was pulling pin to unhook duster from getman tractor when right index finger was inadvertersly placed in pinch point and mashed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4756,employee was lifting and hanging ventilation tubing and felt a pull in his right shoulder/neck area. nov overtime restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4757,employee placed a 4x4 underneath a portable pump to be able to pick the pump up with a forklift. he signaled the operator to raise the forks. the 4x4 snapped pinching the end of his little finger causing a small fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4758,unloading steel off of a truck with another ee. steel shaft slid off the forklift and ee caught it causing soreness to his left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4759,employee was trying to untangle cable while it was still on and rotating. arm was then caught in spool of winch and torn off body which caused his death.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -4760,employee and co-worker were attempting to drive a gearbox off a shaft with a punch and hammer. due to the position of the gearbox it was necessary for one to hold the punch while the other swung the hammer. the hammer missed the punch and smashed employee's finger against a support beam.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4761,"employee states he was trying to get finisher piece of steel out of hole. when he pulled, the steel didn't come out but he came off the steel with hands and felt pain in his left shoulder and fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4762,"member was spot bolting on 3 a trac operating a single head bolter, he swung the drill pot over mashing his middle finger on his left hand. this required sutures to repair the wound. he returned back to work on his next scheduled shift",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4763,"while changing a filter sector, employee hit finger on filter bracket.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4764,employee was working on screen door when employee's hand slipped causing finger to get caught between the door and the coal plate,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4765,employee was resocketing drag cable when cable slipped and sprung back striking his left arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4766,while picking up structure the employee felt a pain in right wrist. employee worked with it until 4/13/2020 and went off on compensation,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4767,"while cutting a new conveyor belt to length, the mechanic's foot slipped, causing him to jerk the razor blade knife and cut his ring finger on his left hand. his finger required 9 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4768,"while holding wrench on clamp, co-worker was tightening clamp with impact wrench when employee's thumb was caught between wrench and clamp resulting in laceration of thumb requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4769,"while picking up belt structure, employee experienced pain in his groin. **diagnosed as hernia 9-22-08.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4770,while lifting miner cable experienced back pain that extended down his legs. employee continued working until 01-03-2012.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4771,ee was installing a transmission and hydraulic pumps in a trojan 7500 loader when he developed bakc pain. he was placed on limited duty until 2/5. sees physician on an as-needed basis.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4772,"while carrying a return roller up some stairs, ee's right knee popped.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4773,ee is unable to continue work due to surgery to repair torn ligament in his right knee. 1st day off work 2/5/03. ee was orginally injured on 1/22/02 when he was tightening fittings up on a section water pump. he stated he felt sharp pain in knee. continual wear & tear has resultedin his being off work now for repair to torn ligament.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4774,"the injured miner was bending an 8 foot roof bolt. when he began the bend, he felt a burning sensation in his left shoulder area. the following were not a factor: rules, regs, proficiency, skills, equipment, protective devices, clothing and attitude. the miner did not begin to lose time until the date of 9/18/15.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4775,"while moving/repositioning vending machines, a crowbar was used for leverage. ee moved over the shoulder of coworker and stepped into the handle of the crowbar-it hit him in the mouth chipping one of his front teeth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4776,"employee was removing core from core barrel, his index finger on his left hand got caught between the rock & the drill platform.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4777,"ee has been experiencing repeated trauma (back pain) for an extended period of time. on 6-14-01 as ee was operating shearer in the 3-4 longwall section, he moved to avoid being struck by a roc k and the back pain worsened.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4778,while working on a piping system for the delivery of a 19% aqua ammonia to the pre-heater some of the solution unexpectedly squirted from an open pipe and entered the injured's right eye causing chemical burns to his eye that were treated with prescription medication.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4779,victim was cutting a piece of conveyor belt using a box knife. the knife slipped striking his left hand resulting in a cut to his palm requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4780,"the employee was using a hydr. jack to push a pin out of a blade on a dozer, when the jack slipped, catching the operators finger between the jack and the blade.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4781,"the employee was moving 480 volt power cords during plant set-up and strained left bicep. 1st aid treatment at that time. on 9/10/2017 pain was getting worse, ee was taken back to the doctor where ee received lifting restrictions and set-up with physical therapy appointments. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4782,ee was inspecting shaker & screen components forrattling noise. right little finger got caught on screen while checking it to see if it had comeloose.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4783,employee was adjusting weights on dry coarse bagger. dropped 25 lb weight on right thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4784,ee was adjusting the guard on the tip of the vactor hose while equipment was operating. his arm was sucked into the hose.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4785,employee was using a pipe wrench when it slipped and banged his left middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4786,employee alleges he injured his lower back while pushing on the door handle of the dust mixer in order to close the door after cleaning the mixer. mri revealed herniated disc at l5-s1. started losing time from work on 12/8/03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4787,worker was standing on steel ring driving bolt out with 20 lb. sledgehammer. the hammer deflectd off ring and hit worker int he foot knocking him off his feet. he fell onto ring striking rib cage and fracturing 6th right rib.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -4788,"ee was pushing material down to 992d loader with a d9r dozer co. # m37 & the machine's blade slipped off a rock causing a sudden jerk, which resulted in ee having sudden pain in lower abdomen.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -4789,a employee was turning on the water to a wash down hose used for clean up. the valve and nozzled came off and hit the employees left hand causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4790,"ee maintenance worker for kct, on 04/22/2013 at approximately 2:00 pm, was reconditioning roller frames on a 226 d9r dozer. ee was driving the equilibrium bar pin out, and as it was 1/4 inch from being out, ee placed a bolt in it, and was holding onto the bolt when the equilibrium pin came out and the roller frame fell and pinched ee left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4791,"rock fell, hitting ee's hardhat, which knocked his safety glasses down cutting lip",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4792,"on 9/20/04, employee sought medical treatment for lower back pain. he does have a pre-existing back injury. he was last off work on 9/14/00 to 11/06 due to his condition. he backed over a rock in a cat d8r dozer which irritated his pre-existing injury. he is currently under a physician's care. no definitive diagnosis has been made at this time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -4793,employee was blowing out a hydrate screw and went to adjust goggles and felt lime go in the left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4794,miner was drilling bolt hole on hanging wall of 70 degree raise with jackleg. while changing drill steel the jackleg slipped & pinched his index finger against the rib. damage was bad cut to left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4795,working on the haul road on top of the hollowfill. he backed over a large rock w/dozer. he was jarred and said he thought he pulled a muscle in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -4796,employee was lifting a gate up under crusher and pulled a muscle in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4797,ie removed the keeper that holds the pan line roof bolter to the eichotrac. the pan line bolter fell off of the pan line and squeezed ie between the bolter and the pan line. ie was brought to the surface and took to the hospital for treatment. msha was called immediately after determining the severity of the injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4798,employee picked up piece of steel to weld on top of dragline bucket. holding piece at chest level twisted slightly to install piece and his back popped.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4799,employee opened a bottle of stone sealer which splashed up and out of container and into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4800,injured was clearing rock beside shield. he had both hands under one end of rock. while turning to push rock out of way his knee came down on the one he was holding causing it to come down and smash his hand and finger between the two rocks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4801,"employee was working in raw mill with dusty work environment, did not notice any problem until he woke up the next day with irritated right eye. employee was examined by clinic physician and a dust particle was removed from the surface of the eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4802,"during cleanup for the day while cutting rubber rod for flooring, contractor cut self with utility knife on the wrist. a bandage was applied by the employee and ee was not concerned, finished cleaning for the day and left site. on the way home decided to have it checked out by urgent care, received 8 stiches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4803,he was having trouble with the suction on the drill head. he placed his left hand on the drill chuck to feel for suction. he attempted to swing the head over to work on it and inadvertently hi t the lift lever instead of the swing lever. hisfinger was pinched between the chuck and drill steel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4804,"employee just installed glue and roof bolt into hole and was helping operator put bolt into drill pot, the operator started to push bolt up into hole unaware that other employee had hand on drill pot, as ee raise boom, employee got pinched between mast and steel clamp",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4805,the employee was lifting and placing shield over shuttle car reel and claimed lower back injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4806,"big rock in jaw crusher. shut down jaw crusher. jaw had come to a complete stop. reached around rock between jaw dye and rock. jaw dye moved inward about 2 inches, pinning my right arm in between rock and jaw dye, causing swelling and bruising of the arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4807,ee lifted a jackhammer and felt pain in abdomen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4808,"ee was installing the second bolt from rib on last row in #3 entry. had bolt in hole, trying to align bolt head with drill chuck. used rotation to align, plate spun and cut ee's forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4809,"the employee was setting up cable rigging with 1"" cable and attaching a 1 1/4"" shackel. the weight of the cable rigging caused a pain in the lower back of the employee when he stood up.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4810,"employee stated that ee was attempting to throw a 1/2"" chain onto a scoop when ee felt a pain in left shoulder. employee did not miss any scheduled work days, but was reported due to modified duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4811,wiping grease off golf cart seat and jammed/rolled left middle finger on 13 nov 15. did not become msha reportable until 10 dec 15. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4812,"while cutting bands that hold the roof mesh together employee got a laceration to his left forearm, that required stitches to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4813,injured was lifting miner cable. he was holding it against the top when another miner tried to pull slack in the cable pulling the injured' s extended right arm backwards. the injured felt a pop in his shoulder. injured has a shoulder strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4814,employee struck his head against a water valve while shutting off the drain water valve on water truck. employee stated his hard hat was knocked off. wounded required staples for closure. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4815,"ee was using a 4"" grinder to grind off extra bolt length for belt clamps on s2 conveyor. went home for the day, eye was bothering him. he tried to wait it out, eye got worse. went to doctor an d they removed material from his left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4816,one of our employees was using a pry bar to line up a false bottom in a rougher row cell when the bar slipped crushing ee's pinky finger in between the bar and the cell wall resulting in a broken pinky finger on ee's right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4817,"after cleaning out a rail car, employee went to close the latch. in attempting to secure the latch he pushed on it with his hand, the latch came loose and pinned his left ring finger. he received several lacerations which required 12 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4818,employee was drilling a hole for roof bolt when the drill steel fell out striking ee on the right thumb causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4819,"employee was using a hand winch to lower a small water pump at the primary crusher. while lowering the pump, the winch handle slipped out of employee's hand allowing the handle to come around and strike the top of employee's left hand resulting in a contusion. restrictions on use of left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4820,"mine idled working on undercast project outby 1st left #2 belt, the employee did not report any injuries to the foreman on 2/27/05. employee came out to mines on 2/28/05 and reported he pulled muscle in his back lifting sunday night and was going to doctor. foreman stated he did not see how that he couldn't get the guy to lift a finger to help the others that night.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4821,employee was issuing explosives from the main powder magazine. he lifted 3 boxes weighing approximately 36 lbs. each. as he lifted the fourth box he felt a sharp pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4822,"miner was flame cutting steel on plant from a catwalk when slag dropped onto leg and into cuff of boot, burning ankle area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -4823,"ee was replacing buckets on elevator chain. due to location of equipment, he was working in an awkward position & had problems getting leverage on the chain. when he pulled on the chain he pulled a muscle in his right elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4824,left continuous miner was hung in #3 entry. injured was assisting the miner operator in freeing miner. injured was not prepared for a sudden movement by miner and caught finger tips of two fingers between a crib block and miner boom. finger nails on two fingers were removed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4825,employee was closing a gate with a pry bar. he pulled hard and felt a pop in his shoulder followed by pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4826,employee was cleaning sand buildup under the scalper and caught his shovel on a roller. the jerking caused a pinched nerve to his right shoulder. two visits of physical therapy have been ordered. restricted duty until 8/30/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -4827,"ee was adjusting the open setting of a 48"" gyradisc crusher to assist with the unplugging of the machine. when changing the position of the crusher's hydraulic ram his left long finger got caught between the cylinder and the ram head injury was diagnosed as a left long finger crush injury on 5/12/06. ee was placed on medical duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4828,employee was bolting top when a bolt he was attempting to anchor dropped approx. 9 feet and struck his right thumb. he was treated and released at the local er. he required stitches to close a laceration. his thumb was fractured as well.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4829,demoing steel. cutting angle from beam. finger pinched between angle & beam.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4830,ee was helping position floor panels as the welder was welding them down. he felt burning sensations in his eyes while trying to sleep the following day. he went to e.r. diagnosed with flash b urn. he was issued a prescription.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -4831,employee used head of left foot to stomp down on lever locking bucket on bobcat.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4832,ee was putting adapter on the bucket cutting edge of the cat 990 loader when he was struck by a metal chip. he was driving on the adapter with a 12 lb. hammer when a chip flew off and struck him in the upper right thigh. ee was taken to pitt memorial hospital er where the chip was removed and the wound closed with 7 stitches. medical only. no lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4833,injured employee was using a pick hammer to raise up a cable when he accidentally grabbed the pick side of the hammer causing a puncture wound to his left hand between his thumb and index finger. he received 2 sutures and was released to return to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4834,employee was lifting hydraulic pump and strained lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4835,"ee was working aa a miner helper cuffing roof when the rib rolled onto his leg and back. the rib roll was 7'lx32""wx8"" to 10"" thick.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4836,"employee was loosening a nut which broke loose suddenly and pinched his middle finger between the wrench and angle iron frame, resulting in a fracture to the middle finger of his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4837,miner was struck in the back of the leg when a shear pin failed on the hwm. miner received a minor bruise to the back of their knee. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4838,"ee was moving a large piece of steel when he felt a burning sensation in his back. on a follow up visit on 5-15-01, this became a reportable when he was given a prescription for pain/muscle re laxer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4839,contactors on mantrip would not stay engaged. ee was using a hammer to manually keep contactors engaged. hammer struck roof support squeezing hand between support and hammer. ee returned to light duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4840,"employee was training a conveyor belt. wrench slippped going into conveyor tail pulley. right middle,ring finger pinched between wrench & frame. gaurd was removed,wrong tool used,hurry up mentality,all contributed.medical attn req.: stitches,graft,outpatient treatment & follow up.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4841,"employee was placing the babbit (bearing) of finish mill #2 electrical motor into the sleeve support. the babbit slipped and pinched his left index finger against the support, causing a puncture wound to his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4842,employee was air arcing and grinding and got foreign material in his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4843,cleaning out the hsi to adjust liners with pry bar. he pryed up with pry bar and hurt right elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4844,moving a hoist unit - the unsecured control box fell and hit employee on the right knee. surgery was performed on 4/17/06 and he began loosing time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4845,employee was moving miner cable and felt pain in his back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4846,"lifting rail car vibrator, strained lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4847,ee was assisting in material handling in prep. for a well maint. job he lifted one end of an 8' section of 10' pvc piping so another ee could position a plank under it when he felt something in his back pop. witnesses reported he was use- ing proper lifting techniques when the accident happened. ee did not seek medical treatment until 3/23/06.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4848,"member had just dropped pull rope off of continunous miner boom cmo was unaware of his position and started tramming miner toward face, boom of miner struck member on pelvis and pinned him in the rib.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4849,employee was changing a screen on the 90 hammer screen when his wrench slipped and struck the tip of his left index finger. the impact forced his index finger down on the edge of a screen rail. employee reported to his supervisor and was taken for evaluation. the laceration on his finger was closed using glue and the employee was given restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4850,employee was putting a bolt in a hole he had drilled when he felt his shoulder pop and felt a sharp pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4851,"employee stated he was using a bolter, installing chain hangers in a new cut out drive area. the top was higher than normal and he was using a longer steel to drill the hole, when it hit a crack in the strata, jumped up, started to wobble. he reached out to grab the steel and also hit the up pressure at the same time and the steel bowed and struck the back of his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4852,employee was lifting on belt to put back in place when he felt lower back pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4853,"the employee was attempting to dislodge a piece of metal from the southeast cooler feeder of kiln number one lime cooler. the pry bar he used had an l-shaped hand grip. while thrusting the bar through a four inch by four inch clean out port, the bar missed the metal and the employee's left middle finger was smashed between the bar and the clean out port.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4854,the employee injured the small finger on right hand as employee was driving post for a silk curtain near the hollow fill pond. injury resulted in 4 stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4855,"while repairing the master screener, employee was loosening the fitting valve when it popped loose causing his right arm to jerk back and hit the frame of the machine.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4856,pulling on an electrical cable and rupured a disc in his back. this became reportable when herecieved an epidural injection.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4857,"changing leaf spring on truck, his finger was pinched between spring and frame of truck. laceration to right little finger requiring one suture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4858,employee was changing a sieve on b-1 deslime screen when deflector slipped and pinned his right hand between the feed box.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4859,employee was pulling bags from one of the baghouses and felt soreness in his left wrist and left lower arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4860,"employee was unhooking the shaft between the motor and the hydraulic pump to remove the planetary for repair. employee was torqueing the connector with a wrench, when the connector broke loose their hand came in contact with a stainless-steel wire which entered the first knuckle of the middle right hand finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4861,ee was shoveling stone onto conveyor and felt pop in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4862,"employee was in the process of walking in an area in preparation to be seeded. as he was backing his dozer up, he backed into a ditch, causing a quick jerk to his back. the preliminary report is a muscle sprain, and he has been placed on therapy. he continued to work his regular shift,through 11-8-00. the first day off work was 11-9-00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4863,"while grinding a punch pin, the grinding wheel broke, a piece of the wheel struck and punctured his right upper thigh. he received three sutures to close the laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4864,"employee states he was shoveling off tracks and couldn't finish, developed major back pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4865,employee opened a storage bin chute when fine material fell and got in ee's right eye. ee was diagnosed with a corneal abrasion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4866,the injured was noting his fireboss run when a rope truss broke and flew down and struck him on the left side of the head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4867,"employee was removing hydraulic line from hoist cylinder under pressure. hydraulic oil and piece of metal shot out and went into his right thumb. triage rn instructed employee to go to clinic. x-ray taken, foreign body (metal) was removed from thumb. employee was released back to work with no restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4868,miner was using a metal chisel on a piece of stone when a metal piece came off and went into ee's left thigh.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4869,pulling on conveyor with chain resulting in chain breaking and hitting ee in jaw.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4870,ee was grommeting 2lb bags and hit the foot pedat prematurely and the die came down and took off the tip of her right thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4871,employee was using a razor knife to clean off the end of a slick line and the knife slipped causing injury to forearm. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4872,the employee climbed over into a gleason clay shredder to remove a piece of metal without locking the machine out. ee only killed the power. another employee came by and started the machine. ee lost part of ee's left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -4873,employee was pulling cable on the bolter when he said he strained his back. he worked his shift on thursday and friday. on monday he went to the clinic.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4874,ee was notified at approx. 4:35 p.m. he was being laid off. at approx 4:40p.m. he wanted to report an accident. ee was operating a 672 john deere grader and reports he hit a rock in the haulroad and hurt his back and neck at approx 9:00 a.m. after reporting the incident he proceeded to leave the job site. see attachment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -4875,employee was assisting another employee in lifting tire. employee did not report injury until 2-23-00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4876,ee was sanding on a ride prepping it for paint. ee felt like ee had dust in ee's eye. ee went and had ee's eye checked and found out that ee had an infection and a laceration. ee was put on an antibiotic eye drop. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4877,ee was cutting belt with a utility knife and cut his thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4878,the employee was exiting the top of a hopper when he felt blood flowing down his hand. he was not exactly sure where he received the cut.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4879,ee tore left rotator cuff in shoulder while loading portable generator into back of pickup he was initially treated with prescription meds & following an mri at a later date discovered extent of the injury. surgery sched 2/4/02,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4880,foreign body in wrist,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4881,on a jammed elevator bucket while hammering a large sprocket with a sledge hammer a piece of metal came off. small puncture wound to left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4882,"ee was removing the stageloader sprocket. when the sprocket came out, one end bounced off the belt. striking ee on the foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4883,"employee was cutting a 2"" hose with a utility knife. the hose slipped. the knife slipped and he cut his left little finger. four stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4884,employee pinched finger between 80# rock and guard on saw machine. employee did not seek treatment until 10/19/11. restricted duty assigned.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4885,twisted his waist to get a tool and had a back spasm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4886,"employee was helping install a cable splice. when he struck the connector anvil with ahmmer, a piece of metal came off of the hammer and imbelled in his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4887,"ee moving batteries on a pallet and felt pain in left shoulder. ee sought medical treatment, testing showed tear in rotator cuff that will require sx. ee remains on full duty at this time. sx scheduled 4.21.21 and will be released to light duty following sx. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4888,was working on pre heater tower unplugging a fourth stage plug. was wearing a hood. ph dust blew under the hood and into his eye. the employee reported the injury to his supervisor the day it happened. the employee tolerated the inury for 17 days before he went to the doctor. diagnosed as infalmation of eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4889,employee's right leg was caught between crane and coupler.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4890,ee was packing and stacking 10# bags of product. she lifted a bale of five bags (50#) to position it on a pallet when she felt pain in the low back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4891,cutting wire to the air hose up keep from dragging.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4892,"worker was re-spooling cable back into ericson, p/n # 6123-100, cable reeler in the machinery house space of the 8400 dragline. the end of the cable whipped into his right eye, breaking his safety glasses and caused trauma to the eye. worker was taken to the sakakawa medical center in hazen and then to a hospital in bismarck. he was released the night of 10/23/15",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4893,employee was at regular work station waiting for rock to come down on belt. a rock bounced out of the rotary screen discharge chute down the conveyor belt and struck employee's left arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4894,miner with muscle strain had surgery to repair shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4895,cutting a piece of rope with utility knife when knife slipped and cut into the left leg,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4896,pulled muscle in neck when he was adjusting the rolls on the crusher when he was pushing up on wrench. pain in neck and shoulder right side,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4897,"ee was using an 8 x 8 trash pump, pumping sand and water from a clarifier. the employee, while standing knee deep in water and sand used his foot to push / adjust or move the 8"" suction hose. shortly thereafter his right foot got caught in the suction flow and pulled his leg into the pipe. ee received a severe contusion that required medical attention.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4898,lime dust particles blew in the right eye of employee while employee was sampling lime from kiln #6,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4899,"ee was stacking a pallet of flagstone onto a pallet and a piece that he was handling broke in two. as a result, ee lost his grip and the broken piece came down and smashed his right middle finger. ee received a laceration and crush injury to his finger requiring sutures and a finger brace.carmelo was wearing all of the required safety equipment including gloves.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4900,"employee was cutting on a piece of steel, which fell and pinned the left leg to the ground. the lower left leg and ankle were fractured and required surgery. employee will be off work severa l months.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4901,employee was lifting a stone off the conveyor belt and felt a pain in the middle of his back. thoratic strain - restricted duty,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4902,"1 of 3 drive belts broke, injured shut motor down, dismounted the crusher and approached the large pulley driving the crusher in the hopper. pulley had slowed down but had not totally stopped rotating yet. reached around from behind the guard to grab the broken belt from the back when the remaining 2 belts caught his arm between them and the pulley causing a fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4903,"while setting the k2 burner pipe in position, employee used hand to align the adjustment pin. the burner pipe shifted and caught his middle and index finger of left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4904,ee was cranking the bench vice when ee felt a sharp pain in the center of ee's back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4905,"ee was bolting iron with another. the load shifted, causing the beam to fall and smashed the employee's hand between the iron.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4906,hurt back while putting wheel unit on shuttle car. ee said he was alright. didn't miss any work until 8-6-03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4907,ee was peeling the outer jacket of miner cable using a utility knife. the knife slipped and cut his right thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4908,"ee was working on roll crusher & found a leak in pressurized 1"" nitrogen hose. as he tightened fitting to stop leak, the hose blew off striking him on the side of his head & across upper right back & shoulder, knocking him into the handrail. ee was transported to er. he sustained bruises & abrasions to back/shoulder area. possible hearing loss (too early to tell).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4909,injured and co-workers were loading roof bolter cable onto the bolter. injured had removed several roof bolts from the machine when a roof bolt flipped up striking his right eyebrow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4910,"employee was reassembling a small gearbox. he picked up the gear and installed it in the case, and was in the process of inspecting the fit when he noticed blood on the gear. he did not notice that he had cut the inside of his left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4911,two miners were bolting a heading and a third arrived to help. the miners were discussing a plan of work when a jackleg drill fell over striking him on the left leg causing a fracture in the left ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4912,"employee states as he was bolting, the pusher steel caught on the wrench and bent the steel into the employee's left wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4913,"us transport, inc lime delivery driver was unhooking a lime trailer discharge hose without completely depressurizing the trailer and the remaining pressure in the hose blew lime into his eyes. he received temporary lime burns to his eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4914,while installing metal mesh guard hit left thumb with hammer resulting in fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4915,"plant laborer was working to clear rock that had plugged the top deck discharge chute on the #1 screen using a shovel. while dislodging the rocks, they came loose with one bouncing up and hitting ee's hand where ee was holding the shovel which resulted in a laceration to the right hand. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4916,employee was climbing down off the loader and pulled his lower right abdominal area. we were not notified until 5/23/00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4917,"while installing main frame liners at the primary crusher, ee's right bicep was caught between the liner and the wall. the resulting injury was a small bicep tear and possible tendon tear. sutures were given.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4918,"employee was grinding out a weld area on the mast of the dragline. employee was wearing all his personal protective equipment. grinder trigger was not engaged but disc was still spinning when grinder slipped in employee's hand, disc contacted left index finger cutting tip. finger required 4 stitches, employee returned to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4919,"while running the stone splitter, one of the machine chisel's carbide teeth broke off sending a metal shard into the operator's neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4920,"worker was holding a rock on cutter #46, when the stone was snapped his foot slipped and he felt a pain in his ribcage. his supervisor saw him asked him if he was hurt he said that he was, but he thought it would get better over the weekend so he didn't wanted to go to the doctor, but on monday he told his supervisor that his ribs still hurt and he wanted to go and see the doctor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4921,employee was replacing an air pump in operators seat. he had the seat blocked up and the block slipped crushing his right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4922,"while tripping out rods, the employee was moving the aq spacer pipe from on top of the drill pipe to the storage area under the drill pipe. the aq rod missed the inner most cross member and levered up pinching the employee's hand between the aq and the drill pipe. employee's middle finger was lacerated requiring 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4923,reinstalling door closure and closure slipped out of hand and hit in mouth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4924,"employee claimed to have hurt his back while lifting a 5x7 timber to build a 9-point crib. cause of this injury was unsafe lifting habits. compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, protective equipment (back support) was not being worn, miner attitude could be a factor, mining equip/systems was not a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4925,employee was using a steel bar trying to dislodge a large rock that was jammed in a chute,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4926,"while guiding kiln hood platform beams into their pockets, felt something snap in his lower back. pain not too bad for the rest of the shift. next morning he could barely move.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4927,"on 11-15-2018, employee reported pain in lower back while lifting and carrying crusher liners. on 11-16-2018 employee was medically evaluated and put on restricted duty. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4928,"ee sustained a hernia while pulling a wrench to tighten bolts onthe wash screen. he was working on the night shift at the wash screen while pulling on the wrench he felt a pain in his abdomina l region. he reported the injury to other ee, leadman did not notify the forman, another ee until 2-12-02. ee reported to work ont hat date with a note from his owner putting him on light dut",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4929,ee was using a box knife to cut rope and cut his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4930,miner had left index finger and middle finger pinched between the back of the jumbo electrical plug and the opening for the cable reel. this resulted in loss of the tip of his index finger and 3 stitches to his middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4931,while lifting a shift cylinder employee felt a strain in wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4932,white side supervisor was in the process of switching fill pumps when the surge tank overflowed. the sump pump could not keep up with the flow. the liquor level rose quickly and entered ee's boots resulting in thermal and caustic burns to both lower extremities. transported by rn to baton rouge general er and hospitalized on burn unit. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4933,"ee was working to replace a conveyor belt. he was using a knife to cut the conveyor belt. as he was making the cut, the knife slipped, causing a laceration in his left forearm that required sutures to repair. ee returned to work after medical treatment. no lost work days or restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4934,employee bumped elbow on corner of shelf causing numbness and tingling in fingers. employee was under a doctor's care from the time of the injury to present. the employee had surgery on 2/11/2011 which is when the injury became lost time. employee worked full duty until 2/11/2011.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4935,employee was washing out the #2 dissolver tank when he came in contact with a sharp piece of metal causing a laceration to his left forearm just above the wrist. this injury required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4936,employee was operating the left side of a dual head bolter when his glove tangled in the steel injuring his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4937,ee was hammering while replace screen cloth and hit right elbow on screen frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4938,while shoveling slag into wheel borrow the employee turned wrong with a shovel full of slag and felt pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4939,ee had opened a port on the preheater towere to check for build up in side of machinery. he was starting to become blocked. an air conner need the opening was discharged in an atempt to remove built up material. the hot material loosened bythe air connen was flushed out of the hole onto the ee s wrist and causing second degree burns. ee was wearing his ppe at the time of the accide,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -4940,"mechanic was installing a radiator in a d11t dozer. while putting the radiator into the hard nose, the hard nose fell over hitting the employee. the employee's leg was broken.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4941,doing maintenance on log washer and dropped part on leg,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4942,pulling curtain down. there was a pogo stick behind it and it sprung up and hit him in the nose. this cut his nose and required three stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4943,"an employee was removing pull ropes from the miner cable. during this time the cathead was being pulled to the new power center location by another employee. they pulled cable approximately two crosscuts when they heard the injured employee yelled ""stop"" on the radio. they went to the injured employees and found the miner cable wrapped around injured employees right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4944,"men were throwing block across scoop and hit ee on left thumb, cutting the thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4945,"employee alleges that while he was loading wire, conduit, etc in a pickup he bumped his arm/ elbow when the conduit bounced.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -4946,"injured was replacing bits on a continuous miner machine. he was using a pick hammer to remove a stuck bit, when a piece of metal from the bit penetrated his right thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4947,"ee was helping a mechanic with a bed pin on a haul truck. ee was pushing the pin in, and it gave way, causing ee's finger to slip between the bed pin and the bed of the truck. seen at er, x-rays negative for fracture, and stitches required to close the cut on the finger. released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4948,employee was cleaning up an underground laydown when he pulled a band out from under a bundle of rock bolts. the end of the band struck his right forearm resulting in a laceration which required 7 (seven) sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4949,"employee was getting into pickup truck when his knee ""came out of the socket"".",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4950,employee was pulling mining cable and hurt his back and right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4951,"while driving belt rivets, one shattered and struck his eye. e.r and medication.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4952,"ee was attempting to cut open a bulk bag of rock dust. he was holding onto the top of the bag with his left hand, and using his right hand to operate the safety utility knife. he made a quick upward motion with the knife to cut the bag open, and did not realize his left wrist was in the line of fire of the knife. he punctured the blade into his left wrist, 3 sutures to close wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4953,employee pulling on a piece of cardboard that was stuck in a slip sheeter & felt discomfort in right wrist. medical diagnosis is flexor tendon sprain. employee placed on restrictive duty. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4954,employee was lifting a piece of stone and strained his back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4955,the employee was helping pull longwall tailgate pan door to be loaded on flat car. the door was being dragged by the scoop. a corner of the doorhung on a rail. the door slid around and slid o n the feet and legs of the employee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4956,the employee started a hole with a peanut steel and put the starter steel in the chuck. when the employee reached for the peanut on the bottom employee's shirt sleeve caught the lever causing the head to drop down onto employee's hand causing a fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4957,employee was assisting another employee dispose of reject coal. he lifted a barrell of reject coal and felt a sharp pain in the groin area,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4958,replacing rf spring on grease truck. hoisting front end of grease truck when boom bent dropping grease truck against ee's head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4959,employee was cutting a hose with a utility knife and cut his hand. stitches were required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4960,"while performing maintenance of jcb 940-4 forklift, employee leaned forward against machine and right knee pressed against metal frame. knee hyperextended backwards causing pain and soreness to right knee area. employee was taken to local urgent care for observation and diagnosed with pain in knee and possible tendinopathy of patellar tendon.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4961,a fully trained miner was throwing a track switch when the miner felt pain in side. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4962,employee operating the automatic bag filling machine and noticed malfunction of the bag applicator; he removed the guard that protects the pulley and introduced his hand to check the belts; his arm obstructed the photocell device activating the spout mechanism. his left hand got caught between the belt & pulley.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -4963,"while installing a roof bolt into bolt hole, the ee experienced a severe pain in left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4964,victim died from self-inflicted gunshot wound and was found in shift shanty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4965,was cleaning sump for heavy media vessel. he removed a bar from inside sump adn felt a pain in his groin. he went to the dr s on 2-19-01 and was diagnosed with a hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4966,"changing bit on pneumatic chipper, hit trigger on shaft divider and shot out bit hitting miners upper lip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4967,inj ee & another ee were attempting to retract the landing gear of fuel tank when the leg gave loose quickly with no time to react. these landings are heavy legs that have to be lifted manually and from under tank. ee's third finger on right hand was injured resuling in laceration & fracture,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4968,ee cleaning chute with a scraper bar when he felt a sharp pain in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4969,ee was lowering a slab of sandstone to the ground when he pinched his left middle finger between ground and the stone slab. dr. diagnosis: laceration & contusion left middle finger. ee lost 3 work days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4970,"as this ee and another were lifting a guard to place on a feeder, he felt pain go down his left hip and leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4971,employee was sitting against the coal rib watching the roof bolter operator tram the machine backward when the machine jerked toward him grazing his left knee. a sharp piece of steel on the machine made a laceration on the top of his knee that required numerous stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -4972,employee was lifting a pump part after disassembly and it slipped out of ee's left hand pinching ee's right index finger between the part and an edge on the pump housing. treatment required finger surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4973,"ee was assisting in the unloading bolter supplies when came into contact with a metal banding strap. ee seeked medical attention next day due to the appearance of infection. ee was treated for infection. ppe was not a factor, mining equipment/systems was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was not a factor, miner proficiency was a factor",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4974,"while removing engine from 992c #m96 employee's wrench slipped causing him to fall to ground, no apparent injury, few days later employee noticed numbness in both hands, began getting worse missed work 2-14 to 2-19 returned 2-20. dr to send to specialist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -4975,the roof bolter was backing out of the entry winding up slack cable and pulled it down from the roof. striking the ind in the facial area resulting in a fractured nose.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4976,employee injured lower back while attempting to lift/slide a 100 lb. wear plate approximately 3 feet to a chute opening. employee was being assisted carrying the plate by another employee when the injury happened.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4977,"employee suffered chemical burns to both eyes, left ear, back, and mouth. he was attempting to clear a blocked precoat line to #24 filter press when he was contacted by precoat. the injury to his eyes resulted in him being transported to university of texas medical branch in galveston, tx where he was treated & released the same day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -4978,employee was reaching down to pull a miner cable for the power move.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4979,lifting screen when slipped out of his hand cutting the top of his hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4980,employee was attemtping to cut a belt for conveyor while on top of sand pile. dr put in 2 stitches and sent him back to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4981,"ee noticed that the shackle connecting the cable to the cutter head was not properly installed and proceeded to re-install the shackle. he was standing on the ground in front of the cutter head assembly, when the assembly dropped approximately four inches. one of the tines of the cutter head struck the front of his left leg, causing an abrasion and contusions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4982,ee was carrying a lifting jack along side of a locomotive to be used to put a derailed supply car on track. he stepped in a hole in the bottom & sprained his shoulder. no damage or impairment to the mining operation or equipment occurred. ee was not aware of the walking conditions. no other factors.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4983,"ee was trying to line-up bolts on the base plate for the pump, when his finger got pinched between the bottom of the pump and the bolt.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4984,while cutting tie wraps from a fan the miner cut her hand.- sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4985,"drill crew was tripping out hq rods and as both driller assistants were sliding the 20' section back onto the rod table, one assistant had his right hand between the rod and the pipe on the rod rack, causing him to pinch his right middle finger between rods. the nail was partially removed and x-rays indicated a tuft fracture of the finger tip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -4986,"employee was removing a pressure switch, when employee released switch, a plastic part of the switch flew and hit ee's right middle finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4987,employee was cutting a lemon with his retractable knife. went to put the knife back on his belt and the blade was stuck open. he cut his left middle finger. was seen at the er where stitches were required to close the wound. released to full duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -4988,"contingent ee caught hand between bottom/top lid and southeast corner of #2 rotex frame during re-assembly of screen change. ee continued to work and noticed pain and swelling during lunch, an hour later. ee went to nurse for first aid. contingent ee was advised to seek further treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -4989,employee was adjusting plastic on pallet stretch hooder machine. while adjusting the plastic his left thumb got pinched between the feed roller and the tension roller.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4990,ee was pulling on a loader hose spraining lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -4991,"ie and ee where taking belly pan off of a 40g volvo off-road truck, preparing to do oil change/service. both ee's where under the truck, ee was holding belly pan up as ie undid last bolt, safety chain was installed but the weight of the pan fell on ie's head causing ie's neck to bend sharply. ee came an found another ee and notified that ee of the accident. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -4992,employee was cutting brush off a fence at churchwhen the chain came off the chainsaw and struck him in the left knee resulting in stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4993,"employee was attempting to open a gate on the bottom of the rail car. the gate was stuck from residual materials from external sources, in addition the whether was below the freezing mark. the ee attempted to put more than normal force on the bar that opens the gate, and when the gate opened the employee lunged forward and to the left injuring causing pain in his left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4994,ee was grinding on the hopper skirt and a piece of debris bounced off the side and lodged in his right eye. ee had object removed on 2/21/11 and is fine.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -4995,employee was dismounting crawler on 495 shovel in a different locatin from where he boarded. was coming down a ladder- the ladder slipped and employee fell approximately 4 feet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -4996,shoveling and twisted lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -4997,employee was installing a rib bolt off the continuous miner as ee moved the wrench in to tighten the bolt ee smashed ee's right thumb between the wrench and the plywood rib plate causing a laceration that required four sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -4998,"employee was inside vsi crusher changing shoes out. shoes have to be lowered in from the top by a space in crusher, you can not step while turning your body, all you can do is twist youe torso . ee didn't report this until 6-26-01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -4999,ee was helping unload cases of anti-freeze from a truck. as he was picking up cases he experienced a sharp pain in his neck and shoulder. he thought it would be okay but pain kept persisting & we advised him to see a workers'comp. panel dr. he has had pre-existing conditions in this area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5000,"injured was helping to remove a lock pin from scoop battery lifting arm. injured put a roof bolt thru the lifting arm eye and knocked the lock pin out. when the lock pin became free, the lifti ng arm dropped. this caused the roof bolt to move upward striking injured in the jaw.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5001,i was helping move a tool box when i felt pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5002,"employee was racking belt and while using a rope and sheave wheel their hand came in contact with the wheel, lacerating the tip of the right little finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5003,"ee was assisting in setting tailpiece when 3/8"" chain broke and turned one side of tailpiece loose striking ee in lower back and buttocks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5004,ee was in the process of recovering floor mounted belt structure ont he 700 level near area 23. the floor stands were partically burn in the muck so he and co workers were pushing and pulling one each stand to loosen them so they could be picked up. when ee pulled on the stand he felt pain in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5005,was moving sandbags and they felt pain in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5006,replacing digger link chain on dredge was driving pin out with hammer when hammer hit roller cuasing roller to bounce & hit thumb left thumb was split open & bruised,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5007,employee experienced pain in lower back on the right side after standing up following stacking pallets.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5008,employee was using a drill steel to align the take-up cable on the reel of the diamond drill. the steel struck the employee on the side of the face and caused a laceration. the employee did not return to his next shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5009,on 9/9 the mechanic was loosening bolts to a hydraulic pump on an excavator when he twisted his back. he was sent for medical evaluation and was returned to full duty with no restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5010,"employee stated that as she was sealing bags of plug mud, her right arm began to hurt just above the wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5011,"conveyor to impact crusher, cutting belt to mend it. while making the cut his hand slipped , causing ee to cut his left wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5012,"employees were inside the coal mill replacing the rubber sleeve. the employee's left leg was standing on a lip and right leg was kneeling on the roll in order to repair the rubber sleeve. when the employee lifted the sleeve, ee's left knee ""popped"". employee diagnosed with a lateral collateral ligament sprain and had surgery on june 13, 2019.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5013,employee was backing miner out of pillar block to set over for next run and was watching mrs cable & miner cable when he caught his left foot with pan of miner.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5014,the ee was installing a roof bolt when his glovebecame intangled with the roof bolt. the ee suffered a broken thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5015,employee was assisting 3 other employees lifting a db box to release it from the chains that it was hanging on. ee felt a pain in ee's left bicep. ee continued to work all scheduled shifts. the pain in ee's arm did not get any better so ee saw a doctor on 4/20 when ee was diagnosed with a torn bicep tendon that would need surgery to repair. lost time as of 4/20/2022.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5016,ee scoring wiper with utility knife held in right hand and cut index finger on the left hand with the utility knife. evaluated by site responder and then taken to local hospital where ee received medical treatment. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5017,ee picked up a 5 gallon can of anti freese and felt a pain in the back. incident occurred in jan but ee continued to work until 5-8-02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5018,while working in mill maint. shop ee went to remove a piece of metal shaving from the valve and it cut through ee's glove. ee sustained a cut on ee's right hand 4th (ring) finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5019,"employee states that he was in process of unloading shovel bucket pins from the back end of his service truck. as he was rolling or scooting the pin from his truck, after it landed on the bumper, it either bounced or flipped and struck his right hand. three of his fingers were mashed with the index finger being fractured.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5020,"unloading overcast panels from forklift and 1 panel hit his finger. sutures required, no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5021,"employee was using utility knife to remove burrs from plastic pipe, doing so the knife slipped causing a laceration to the hand resulting in stitches. cause of the incident was lack of employee concentration. ppe was not a factor, compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, mining equipment/mining systems was not a factor, miner proficiency was a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5022,"while operating bolter in #4 heading of 1st right section, employee was drilling a hole in roof to install roof bolt when he applied too much thrust with less rotation. this caused the drill steel to bend striking his right hand. he was holding onto steel with hand at this time. he had no deformity to arm or hand but did have swelling.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5023,employee opened engine access door during inspection and pulled lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5024,"removed the staples out of port plugs on shield on 4 right longwall which had pressure on them. resulting in high pressure fluid being released, which struck the ee in the right eye and cheek, resulting in a laceration to his right eye and a fracture to his right orbital socket.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5025,employee went to pin curtain back up when an undetected rock fell striking them. the rock pushed head down chin against chest and pushed them back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5026,"employee was going to get a clay sample to check solids on #3 blunger tank and found the float was stuck in the open position. he tried shaking it to release it and when the float unlodged, it fell down pinching his hand and glove between the float shaft and the float shaft housing causing a laceration between his thumb and index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5027,employee was stretch wrapping and he pulled the wrap across his body to fasten it to the corner of palletized material when he felt a sharp pain in his left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5028,"ee was assisting installing impeller in a giw pump. the impeller was sitting upright between the forks on the forklift. the impeller shifted a little forward on the forks, and the ee got in front of the forks to reposition the impeller. the impeller fell forward off the forks striking the ee in the right ankle and foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5029,employee lost balance while descending cat 988 loader. the bottom flexible step on the rear bumper swung too far under the machine causing right hand to slip off of the grip taped handle putting a twisting motion on left shoulder. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -5030,ee was helping to make a belt splice. 1 person was using hammer to drive multirivet driver & theother person was moving rivet driver. inj personreached in to move rivet driver & other person swung hammer & struck him on the right index finger before he could get hand out of they way causing injury,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5031,prescription eye drops needed for irratated eye caused by a metal shaving that went over the topof his glasses and scratched his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5032,injured was jacking over a switch when a rail broke and bounced onto the top of injured s right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5033,repairman used a sledge hammer to knock leg loose on miner drum a piece of metal flew off lug striking him on right leg md thigh causing a small cat.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5034,"ee standing under heat exchanger working. right foot on lower slope foundation and left foot on elevated foundation, about 12"" drop. 4"" cold roll steel about 12"" long used for counterwieght lying on upper foundation. ee accidently bumped counterwieght with hammer causing it to roll off landing on top of right foot. resulting in fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5035,ee was bent over changing batteries in a golf cart when his lower back began to hurt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5036,employee was carrying cardboard that obstructed view of the ground. employee tripped over and fell onto pallet press. resulting in laceration to leg with 2 stitches and sprained knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -5037,"ee was utilizing a pry bar through an inspection hole on a rock hopper trying to free a jammed rock. when the rock came free, the rock fell against the pry bar in the inspection hole. ee still had his hands around the pry bar. ee's finger was lacerated when the pry bar moved up and into a steel support for the hopper.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5038,"he was pulling out the transmission guard with his hands on the ground, lost his footing on the ground & swung the guard with both hands, towards the back of the tracks & pinched the palm of his right hand between the guard & the track.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5039,"he was using a chain, pulling a shaft with a come-a-long. the chain slipped causing the pipe to hit his left leg. he went to mercy medical in id. the x-rays showed a broken fibula.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5040,the operator was cleaning a hose lying on the floor and sprayed hot water through a pre-existing hole in his work boot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -5041,employee was working in the no. 1 finish mill on a ladder lifting a liner above employee's head. the legs of the ladder were on top of mill balls and as the employee lifted the liner the ladder sank into the mill balls. the employee reacted by pushing harder on the liner and injured right shoulder. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5042,"ee was climbing a ladder at 41rm01 and reached with his r hand to open the access gate at the top. when his weight shifted, he strained his l wrist. no lost-time, no specified work restrictions--physician issued a rigid wrist brace.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5043,ee was steaming blasthole- he felt his lower back begin to hurt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5044,ee and two other employees were rotating the vsi crusher lid closed. ee had his left hand in the notch on the lid for pushing leverage. he was not able to move his hand and his left hand got caught between the notch and crusher motor resulting in a fracture to the top of his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5045,ee suffered laceration to right hand while handling panning material.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5046,"employee was clearing a chunk of slag out from the #3 product feeder with a pneumatic jack hammer. when the chunk split in half and fell, it pushed the jack hammer bit down while pivoting off of the side of the feeder and the body/handle end of the jack hammer pushed upwards. the employee's right index finger was pinched between the jack hammer handle and an overhead water line.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5047,employee was pushing a small portable generator out of the back of a trailer onto a wooden deck. there was a 2 inch drop from trailer floor to the deck. one wheel went off before the other causing the generator to twist slightly. this caused the employee to twist his back slightly.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5048,"while 2 employees were replacing v belts on shaker screen, pulley slipped & caught 1 employee's hand between v belts and shive. the employee's left hand was hurt. his 4th (ring finger) was severely mashed and it cut the end of his 5th(pinky finger) off at the first joint.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5049,when installing a roof bolt and plate. the plate spun and cut employee's right middle finger resulting in 3 stitches. doctor said no restrictions and able to return to work. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5050,on 8/4/2010 the employee stated that he was experiencing kidney pain. on 10/13/2010 the employee was diagnosed with a lumbrosacral sprain. the employee alleges that he injured his back while loading supplies on a roof bolter.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5051,twisted back lifting a tool box. not reported until 8-23.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5052,"grinding welds, grinder kicked off a cross member striking left arm causing a small laceration requiring sutures to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5053,employee was lifting a cinder block & turned to give it to another employee & felt a sharp pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5054,ee was grinding a point on a chisel. a piece of the chisel got in his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5055,"he was cuttting belt with utility knife, he laid the knife down on ground and sat down on top of it, cutting the back of leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5056,"ee stated he was helping the mechanic change a hyd. hose on a double boom roof bolter. he raised the boom, struck the bit tray, tray fell, struck employee's left hand between tray and joy stick knob causing laceration to the left forefinger requiring 14 stitches. did not miss any time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5057,"employee was outby knocking a coupling off of a 6"" waterline when a piece sheared off striking employee in the head. employee was treated at raleigh general hospital where employee received six (6) sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5058,employee was installing an idler on a dozer and when he rose up he hit his back on a step. employee started missing 09-23-13.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5059,"the ee was picking up a piece of steel when he suffered a severe strain, tearing his left bicep muscle. this injury will require surgery to repair.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5060,"cable on roof bolter struck him, knocking him down, hurting his knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -5061,employee was assiting to install a pipe under a splitter box when his finger was caught between the pipe and the flange bolts.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5062,operator was operating crane with left hand when a lever popped back striking his hand causing a sprain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5063,"initial indicators are that employee attempted to rack out a 4160 cabinet that was under load. lower cabinet door or two door vertical cabinet remained closed, upper cabinet door struck employee in the head. ppe caused laceration to forehead, employee also sustained concussion and broken fibula in the ankle region.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5064,employee was placing pto onto ground when left little finger got caught between pto and nut that was on ground. finger was pinched. employee required 3 stitches. no loss time or work restrictions imposed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5065,employee was drilling a hole in a juntion box at the moly plant when he felt something go into his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5066,"employee lifted a sample bag to put it in the back of the truck and felt shoulder pop. no scheduled work shifts missed. 11/23/2015 ee went to the chiropractor for evaluation, and was assigned to light duty. 02/29/2016 doctor return to work statement- do not lift over 25 lbs. 03/14/2016 doctor's evaluation - return to regular duty ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5067,the employee was hooking up a trailer (in the surface yard) to his hauler. he was using a handy man jack. the employee's hand slipped off the handle of the jack and the handle struck him in the head. a laceration above the right eye needed butterfly sutures. ****msha reportable injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5068,"employee stated that while working with a hand grinder, he lost grip of the grinder and it fell, lacerating his left middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5069,"the employee was trying to free a cathode that was stuck in the reciever of a stripping machine. while trying to free it, the cathode sprung back and caught his hand between the cathode and an i-beam. this caused a laceration to his ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5070,"employee was working doing heavy manual labor while rebuilding cone crusher, lifting & carrying items.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5071,the injured was moving the continuous miner cable out of the way when he felt a stinging sensation in his groin; over several days it got progressively worse. he was diagnosed with a genetic weak abdominal tissue which allowed this condition. this is being classified as an occupational illness and not an injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5072,"employee was removing oil filter. filter wrench would not loosen filter, so he drove a screwdriver through the filter, breaking the filter. while removing the filter it slipped and cut his han d.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5073,employee was in the improper position during task and proper communications not used.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5074,"at approximately 1308, an employee was assisting with removal of mast pins. the employee was holding a brass knockout for pin removal. while removing the final pin, the mast shifted and landed on the employee's right hand resulting in lacerations to the middle fingers. employee was taken to the clinic and received 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5075,employee was making a cable repair and the knife slipped cutting the employee on the upper right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5076,ee was loading rock onto the feed conveyor for the thin veneer saw. he complained of pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5077,"pulling cable, arm slipped and hit elbow on drill; reported on 10/16 to safety.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5078,"while replacing lid on 5 gal paint bucket, hand slipped off screw driver that was being used to bend tab over. hand slipped off screw driver and index finger was cut by lid tab.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5079,employees were moving a work platform when the unit deflected from the original path catching the employee's right hand between the work platform frame and the crusher bowl.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5080,employee was welding and a piece of slag got caught between his welding hood and into his left eye. the eye doctor treated with antibiotic for corneal abrasion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5081,while using a chain jack the miner felt a pain in his back. became aware of chiropractic treatment on 9/6/02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5082,"operator was installing roof bolts and metal straps. while pushing the bolt up into the top he discovered he had left his drill steel on the drill head. when he reached to get the drill steel it became stuck against the canopy, mashing his left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5083,employee bumped his left knee on the edge of a cooler grate while rushing to extinguish a fire on #1 cement clinker cooler drive. he was carrying 2 fire extinguishers at the time. injury became reportable on 3/26/04 when employee saw orthopedic specialist who prescribed physical therapy.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5084,he was running the continuous miner and a small rock was throw out of the conveyor and hit employee above the right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5085,"ee was loading belt on to a flat car when the clamp that was attached to the belt became lodged against a slate bar that was being used to guide the belt with. as he tried to dislodge the clam p, the clamp came loose. causing the slate bar to spring back and strike ee on the rt. hand degree 6 class 9 accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5086,the employee states ee closed hopper inspection door on sweeper truck when ee felt a pain in ee's elbow. reportable due to medical treatment on 4.28.2022. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5087,"while replacing a lip on a shaker with the assistance of a co-worker, the employee strained his right shoulder muscle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5088,"he was moving a piece of rail. he took a bar to roll rail over off ties, rail didn't move. he felt pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5089,"injured was using a hand grinder to grind metal off of a scaler machine. a metal sliver became imbedded in his eye when it flew back toward him. he was wearing safety glasses at the time and a face shield. he flipped his shield to examine his work, but did not put it back down when he started grinding again.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5090,while turning on a high pressure water cannon the cannon became dislodged from the stand pipe striking ee on the right shoulder & neck. the injury resulted in one day lost time and is curren tly on light duty. xray were negative fractures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5091,employee from our maintenance department was helping to change a 1 3/8 drag cable in the crane when the cable got caught and snapped up hitting him in the stomach.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5092,tech was replacing a bearing race on conveyor tail shaft. tech used a die grinder to cut the race and then used a hammer and chisel to wedge apart the race to drive off shaft. a metal piece of the bearing race or chisel chipped off and embedded in the side of the hand. the small (approx. 3cm) metal piece had to be surgically removed at the doctor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5093,cutting a small piece of plastic polymer on bandsaw without using a push block.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5094,"ee was lifting crib ties over his head, when he felt something pop in his right shoulder. restricted duty injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5095,"employee had complained of low back pain for several weeks. employee stated while preparing drill steel for drilling, he felt pain in his low back. this report has been delayed waiting on the diagnosis from the treating physician.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5096,worker was holding a large wrench on a nut while another worker tightened the bolt with an air impact gun. when the bolt tightened on the nut it caused the nut to turn and the workers hand was caught between the wrench and a steel beam.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5097,employee was working on the crusher. employee was holding a pipe and it slipped out of his hands smashing his right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5098,"employee was bending over to pick up the cable when the miner coasted on an incline, the drum of the miner hit him in the shoulder pushing him to the ground.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -5099,employee was assisting in installing ball mill head liners and the liner shifted. his left hand index finger was caught and resulted in the pad of his finger being ripped open.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5100,ee was cutting with a conveyor belt cutter & when it released through the material took off. the cutter went off the guide track & ee automatically tried to catch it. he caught the blade with right index finger. rec'd 3 stitches,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5101,"ee stated he was lifting a 5 gallon box of water to place it on a stand at chest height. soon after this lefting ee stated some discomfort in his upper left back. he did not feel it was bad en ough to go to a doctor at that time. the pain, he stated, continued and moved down his left arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5102,employee was lifting and rolling one end of an oak timber off of a large concrete block when he felt a pulling in his right upper arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5103,"while walking up an inclined catwalk, carrying a piece of steel, the employee felt a sharp pain in left calf. the employee went to urgent care, then to orthopedic doctor. determined ee had a tear in the calf muscle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5104,employee got his finger caught between boom and frame of bolter when he raised the drill head to the bolter. requiring 12 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5105,"employee went to see company dr on 8/13/03, was placed on restricted duty and stitches were applied. while pulling a chunk of rock from conveyer, left hand got stuck between rock and conveyer which caused laceration to left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5106,2 ee's were lying underneath a cat 930 tightening down the bolts to the center pin. one was spraying wd-40 with a spray bottle and the other was using an air ratchet. the ee using the air ratc het was accidently sprayed in the face with the wd-40. the lubricant entered ee's eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5107,"ee bent over to move the miner cable out of the shuttle car roadway, when he picked the cable up he pulled a muscle in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5108,ee was stacking in bic and a full bag of cement fell off the conveyor on to her leg injuring her left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5109,"ee was removing the fan belts of a d10 dozer. the fan shroud had already been removed. the fan blades spun & struck the back of ee's hand. this caused a laceration to the back of his right han d. he was taken to parkview regional hospital for treatment, there he received eight stitches to close the wound on the back of his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5110,"loosing spring rod on crusher with 1"" impact wrench. the rod broke causing the impact gun to strike ee in the forehead & then falling on his right arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5111,"ee was attempting to pry shear pin out of roller-mill with a pry bar when it slipped, striking left hand and wrist. he drove himself to the hospital for care, the results were nothing but som e bruising.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5112,employee was tightening segment bolts on a dozer sprocket and the socket adapter broke causing the employee to strike his arm on the dozer frame. the employee reported the incident and finally asked to see a doctor in august. he finally got a doctor's appointment in september and the mri showed a rotator cuff tear and was reported to the mine on september 15.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5113,"ee was operating a dozer on the dump-site/fill area. as he was going in a reverse direction, he backed into a rock on fill area, causing strain to his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -5114,"employee removed the guard directly over the jawarea and accessed the ramp while it was still moving, resulting in the leg fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5115,"while lifting a 55 lb. box of exgel, it slipped.when ee caught it and put it into the anfo loader, he felt a pull in his right side.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5116,"while adjusting a jack stand, the jack slipped and pinched employee's 2 fingers between the pipe and the stand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5117,"electrician was removing the tape and splice jacket from the 208 continuous miner cable. as employee cut across the cable, the utility knife slipped out of the boot and this resulted in the employee receiving a laceration to his left hand. the laceration required 8 sutures to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5118,the employee was shoveling under a conveyor inside a tunnel. lifting material onto belt with the same shove. on light duty. cleared to drive ee's truck. physical therapy. employee hoped the injury would get better. waited until 10/2/2020 to have it checked out even though it happened 9/28/2020.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5119,using pipe wrench to adjust bolts which slipped off bolt causing him to lose balance. he fell off shaker onto ground below because he did not use fall protection equipment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -5120,the injured was in the process of changing miner bits when a bit was struck with a hammer and a piece broke off hitting the injured in the hand. the injured had to have a small piece of metal surgically removed from the hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5121,"after removing 7dc8 dust collector roof hatch using proper lifting techniques, ee stood up and felt a pinch in his lower back which continued to his left side. he refused to go to the doctor and worked to the end of his shift. the next day he had increased pain and then requested to go for medical attention.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5122,lifting guard rail post and strained right inner thigh.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5123,ee was helping mechanic splice his car cable. he had layed the cable across his knee to cut outer jacket and accidently cut his right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5124,employee was using a pneumatic nail gun and the gun kicked back and a nail struck the employee in the left thumb area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5125,employee was tightening bolts at the breaker return belt when his hand slipped off the wrench and the guard struck his hand sustaining a laceration. employee immediately reported to good samaritan where he received sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5126,ee was loading front loader cutting edges into loader bucket. ee turned to place edge in bucket and felt pain in back and leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5127,"he was getting into a jeep, he put his right leg into the jeep and when he stepped up he twisted his left knee. he continued to work at his regular duties until 11/9/10 when he was removed from work for surgery to repair a torn meniscus of the left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5128,"preparing to fuel a piece of equipment from the fuel truck. when starting the pump, fuel oil squirted from a hole in the hose, striking employee in face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5129,employee alleges ee was hooking up chains to move a conveyor and ee stood up and heard knee pop. late reporting employee just notified employer on 11/10/17. employee went to dr. on 10/23/17 and is now loosing time. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5130,employee was moving explosive boxes and twisted his back resulting in lower back pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5131,"employee was removing a chute liner plate. when he removed the plate, the door of the chute came down and hit his arm",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5132,holding a punch to drive out a pin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5133,employee was hanging a piece of ventilation tubing when felt pain in back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5134,"ie was carrying the hog panel from the hog panel rack on the roof bolter to the atrs for the next row when the hog panel they were carrying got caught on the previously installed hog panel. after a mri and a follow up dr's visit on 4/25/18, the ie was diagnosed with a rotator cuff tear which required surgery on 4/26/18.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5135,"ee alleges he strained his elbow, right, while carrying a 5 gallon can of oil.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5136,employee was changing a m1 gear. it was raining and employee's safety glasses fogged up multiple times. employee hung glasses on shirt and tapped the gear in place and felt something in eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5137,employee was welding at the rosin dryer-110 roomarea when he accidently struck an arc while his hood was up. he was treated for welding flash inhis left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -5138,while grinding down a weld on a hex shaft the dewalt grinder bounced and hit my left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5139,"technicians inserting 16"" pipe into 30"" pipe sleeve, when the open end of the pipe caught on the sleeve. ee grabbed open end of 16"" pipe and pulled upwards to free it. pipe moved upwards, pinching the ee's right hand between wall of 16"" pipe and the 30"" sleeve. avulsion to right index finger. ee sent for surgical consult after er visit.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5140,"kiln 0perator was removing some built up scale from the kiln grates when a piece of scale contacted the rake. the rake bounced up and bumped his right ear, causing a laceration to the ear. no restriction, no impairment the doctor closed the wound with sutures and treated for infection.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5141,the individual was using a chain ratchet to work on a tail piece. the hook slipped hitting him in the forehead. the individual received stitches and saw doctor on following day. (10-1-09). this is medical only.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5142,"while attempting to rotate a motor shaft with a pipe wrench. the shaft free wheeled, catching his hand between the wrench and hoppe frame. laceration rt. index finger requiring two stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5143,"employee moving shelving from storage trailer, picked up on one end, felt pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5144,"employee was helping machine operator move a stone; his finger got pinched between 2 stones. diagnosis: left 4th finger fracter/laceration. restricted duty, sutures, splint.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5145,he was bolting 7-8 crosscut. he let the head down and said the joy stick stuck causing the head to come down on his foot and ankle. it caused a sprained ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5146,"employee below was lowering materials, as the employee above cut the metal plates that they were replacing. the plates were corroded and the concrete the plate was attached to was cracked and falling apart. the employee below grabbed the rope to lower the plate and when he did that the concrete block broke off the building resulting in hitting the employee below in the back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5147,ee was using a wrench to tighten a bolt when the wrench slipped and struck him in the mouth resulting in a laceration requiring 2 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5148,"injured employee was removing arm guard from h6800 spider, using a sledge hammer to break arm guard loose. employee went to the doctor on 8/29/2014 and he recommended surgery to the left shoulder",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -5149,the employee was running a ram car and was waiting to get a load of coal. the employee reached to get gloves off lunch box and was struck by a piece of slate. the employee received a small chip in a bone in left wrist. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5150,"employee was working on 7a section, splicing cableon #8 shuttle car. while using utility knife to remove outer jacket, knife slipped causing a laceration to ee's right thigh.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5151,driller's helper attempting to remove cap from drill pipe. pipe shifted and pinched helper's pinky finger causing a laceration requiring seven sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5152,tightening wheel on truck and ratchet slipped hitting employee in the eye causing employee to need 6 stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5153,"ee had a wrench and was tighting up a bolt on a crusher in the shop and there was no room for a air wrench to get into the space, he was pulling on the wrench and something popped in his neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5154,inside coal mill #2 line removing lower skirt. after loosening skirt employee rotated skirt around to the door. employee tried to lift skirt while lying on side. lost time - rtw date unknown. possible recur of old back inj of 1/4/01. chiro care began 8/29/01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5155,"employee states a bolter was plugging up and dust and rock blew out, getting debris behind his glasses and embedding in his left eye, which had to be removed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5156,"ee was assisting in re-railing a wrecked mine car, when another ee dropped a lifting jack on his finger causing a contusion to the right thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5157,"to bend back into place a damaged cover/guard on the section conveyor tail piece with a pry bar, the bar slipped causing him to fall backwards. upon landing on his back, he landed on a pair of vise grip pliers on his tool belt, which stayed in a vertical position upon impact, injuring his rib.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -5158,"handling 12' of miner cable, ee felt pain in his rt. shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5159,"employee was lifting pipe in slope for concrete line causing hernia, company claims not work related.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5160,"the employee stated that he was splicing a miner cable. he had the cable lying on his leg and as he was cutting the cable open with a self-retracting knife, the knife slipped and he cut his leg just above his right knee. the ie was transported to the hospital, and received 6 sutures to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5161,employee was placing a chain around a rock that was stuck in a jaw crusher. the rock shifted and pinched his hand between the rock and the sidewall of the crusher. he fractured a bone on his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5162,cleaning broken conveyor with hose when dirt splashed into his eyes and mouth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5163,employee was loading 54' top frame on ride when he mashed his fingers between ride and frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5164,employee was entering breakroom closing door behind him. pulling door with his lt. hand holding door on edge - caught hand between door and jam. contusion to the index and middle finger required stitches. employee remains at work in his job position.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5165,"employee reported he was loading six inch hard waterline. a piece of waterline rolled down from the stack and pinned his left leg. he twisted his leg in order to free himself, resulting in a left hip strain. he continued to work until january 1, 2015, after being transferred to a new mine, and started missing on 1-2-15.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5166,"employee was putting a pin in the back bumper of a battery scoop and tongue of power center. the scoop moved while he was holding the pin, causing him to get his finger caught between the pin and the scoop.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5167,after filling the water truck he went to shut off valve and handle fell off and cut him.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5168,while grinding metal in back of shop particles flew into his eye. he was wearing proper protective gear.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5169,"was working on a return-roller hanger bracket, when last bolt was removed the weight of belt caused the bracket to drop rapidly and broke ee's middle finger on right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5170,employee was at the b4 stacker belt preparing the end of the new belt by cleaning up the cables when the utility knife slipped resulting in a laceration above the right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5171,employee got his finger caught in platform step chain while trying to lower the step for dismounting. 2 sutures to close small skin flap.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5172,"team states that while taking a break sitting on the lid of a gang box (greenlee), ee thought his hand was in the rolled edge area (used to open lid), but in fact his hand was between lid and box. pinch point lid struck open and closed shut when co-worker got up.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5173,employee lacerated his hand with a knife. knife blade was facing hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5174,"individual was bent over picking up a joint of 3"" aluminum pipe, when lifting felt a pain in the left upper abdomen and a budge appeared on the stomach. this did not involve any compliance issues, no equipment involved. this did not involve proficiency or attitude. all personnel safety items were being utilized.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5175,"ee was grading roads. he was letting the blade down & when the blade touched the road, the control lever kicked back causing wrist to be jammed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5176,employee was helping to move the roof bolter machine out of #4 entry-the roof bolter operator backed machine upon a rock bolter slid off rock-causing it to move forward and toward rib bolter t bar striking him and pinching him against t bar and rib starting losing time on 1-23-06.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5177,ee was hitching a light plant to a pickup and sprained his back lifting on the hitch.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5178,employee was wrapping a finished pallet when a stone fell off and struck his middle finger on his right hand. restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5179,"employee was installing metal plate on shrink wrap machine inside warehouse. plate was being held in the air by a chain connected to a bolt in the middle of the plate. when the bolt came out the plate fell towards the ground, landing on his foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5180,"mechanic was swinging a 16 pound hammer, when he felt a pop in his left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5181,ee was shoveling out material along the sand conveyer. ee stood up and when ee turned to exit the area ee had a pain in lower back. ee called to get some help to walk down the cat walk and was sent to providence health to get checked out for the pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5182,trying to jack a 14 person mantrip up to change a tire and strained his back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5183,the dozer operator was assisting a mechanic change a ripper tooth on his cat and a piece of metal caused a laceration in his leg when the tooth was struck by a hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5184,"while drilling 4' hole drill steel broke when the hole was almost finished, causing drill steel to fall out of hole striking employee in the hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5185,while picking up miner cable and backing miner up out of #2 entry he injured his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5186,employee was attempting to loosen the eyelet on an excavator tool cylinder with a pipe wrench and felt a sharp pain in his neck and shoulder. the employee could not function as normal afterwards.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5187,employee was moving a piece of stone and felt pain in his back. incident was not reported until 7/17/2012.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5188,ee was using a pry bar when it slipped and smashed his finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5189,bolting and felt something went into his left eye. irrigated eye and sought medical treatment. ee given prescription ointment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5190,"ee began experiencing pain and discomfort in hisback after he had been picking up, carrying and handling 3"" electrical pipe conduit.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5191,employee dropped a piece of metal on ee's foot. ee waited until 11/17/19 to seek medical attention.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5192,the employee was installing roof support. as he was putting his pusher steel into the starter steel it snapped back striking his thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5193,"while using a torch to cut bolts, slag blew back on employee's wrist and forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -5194,the injured employee was either lifting screens or shoveling under a tailpulley when he strained his lower back. cannot quantify damage or impairment at this time. previous injury from prior employment could have contributed to injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5195,while attempting to check the oil in an engine the employee did not secure the engine hood. the hood fell closed and struck the employee in the head. the employee struck his forehead on the machine frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -5196,"pulling a small set of stairs, employee strained knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5197,"employee was building a brattice wall with 4"" tongue & groove cement blocks. he slammed his thumb between two cement blocks cutting his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5198,employee stated that he was operating excavator moving spoil material. a rock rolled out of the spoil and hit a foot long stick laying on the ground. the stick flipped into the air and through the windshield cab guard and busted the windshield. a foreign body got into his right eye. would not flush out so he went to doctor to have removed. given eye drops (used for 2 days).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5199,"miner was replacing cutting edges on a 980g loader and in the process ee was pulling the center plate from underneath the bucket so it can be picked up with a boom. as the miner released the cutting edge and stood up, ee felt a ""pop"" in the lower right side of the back. this resulted in a muscle strain in ee's lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5200,"employee was replacing the ball tray screen, attaching it to the ball tray of #3 roter screener, sitting in the upright position. employee laid the screen on the tray while another employee was screwing the screen onto the tray, employee allowed screen to fall about 1/2 inch and cut his finger tips.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5201,"ee was using 4"" grinder to grind slag from steel. shields were in place and ee was wearing face shield. slag bounced off and went under shield and entered lt. eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5202,"miner was cleaning out a conex and was pushing and pulling a cylinder aprox 200lbs, miner has had a hernia before and failed to use s.l.a.m and correct lifting techniques.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5203,two emp were drilling a hole in the mine floor with a hydraulic drill. the drill bit caught causing 1 emp to stumble & lose grip on the handle of the drill. the drill spun causing emp hand to become caught in the hand guard with emp hand stuck on the trigger. this emp. fell into conveyor feeder. this emp. taken to dr. and placed on restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -5204,ee was opening the door to the e/i shop. the door was jammed and ee attempted to pull the door when the handle broke off and cut ee's finger. ee was taken to clinic where ee received stitches to finger. ee was released to work. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5205,"orig burn on or about 9-18-03 while using cutting torch slag rolled thru sleeve-was unreportel and unattended to at the time of injury. week later arm sore and swelled then fever. went to dr. fri 9-26-03 possible cellulitis-treated no restrictions. returned to dr tues sept 30, definite cellulitis-5 days antibiotic treatment. no work until mon 10-6-03. as of 10-6-03 no restrictions",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -5206,employee was setting up a punch press when a piece of metal flew into the employee's right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5207,employee was shoving cars out of crusher remote set up which caused the slack to run out and he hit his right arm and elbow against the caboose when this occurred.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5208,employee injured his left shoulder while attempting to pull & swing open a steel door on a storage trailer. the case lead to time off from work because the employee required surgery in may 2015.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5209,"pulling on bar to close railroad car gate, felt pain in back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5210,trac hoe bucket pinched employees arm and he received a minor cut requiring 4 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5211,pulling scale #3 hood scale rod slipped off of the piece causing hand to come in contact with the bottom edge of the primary air gate weights cutting finger. went to emergency room and they put in 3 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5212,employee was in the process of stepping down from the deck of the read screen on to the access platform of the cat loader when he felt pain in his right shoulder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5213,"ee was assisting the crew in the changing of the gearcase on the joy 14cm10 continuous miner with remote in the #5 entry, spad #1722, of east mains when his right foot was pinched between the ripperveyor sprocket and gearcase of the miner, resulting in two broken bones in his right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5214,"ee has been working on the #9 wabco haul truck replacing a rock bar. after completing the job, which involved lifting and using tools to replace the bar, he noticed pain in the right groin are a. he visited a dr. a couple of days later and was diagnosed with a hernia. no medical treatment was provided beyond the diagnosis. the ee reported surgery scheduled for june 5th.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5215,employee was using a come a long to assist with unclogging crusher. chain broke striking employee's right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5216,crew were taking a belt drive apart. the boom was being held up with come-along while pins were removed. chain broke letting boom fall down against drive frame catching employee's hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5217,ee dropped a concrete block on his wrist. ee wasdiagnosed with a hairline fracture and began missing work on 1-15-02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5218,miner picked up a piece of steel i-beam approx 2ft long weighing about 100 lbs. he carried it for approx. 5 feet and set it down. at this point he felt pain in his lower back diagnosed as acute low back strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5219,"while hand loading a vacuum funnel on to a pallet, the worker lost control of the load and tried to save it. his middle finger on his left hand was smash between two funnels. he was taken to the doctor to get his finger check and it was determined that he had a broken middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5220,miner was cutting a belt using a hand-operated belt cutter. miner applied force to the cutter which moved forward suddenly. forearm was lacerated by cutter guide fence and/or securement device. laceration closed by 12 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5221,ee complains of back pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5222,employee was in #6 entry behind his roof bolter when the miner pulled through the wing curtain and struck the employee in the right buttock.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -5223,"employee turned is ankle, went to er for evaluation. xray negative for fracture, placed on restrictions for 5 working days -- 9/30/07 to 10/5/07",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5224,employee held on to the head of a worn plow bolt while another employee tried to take the nut off. bolt spun in employees fingers and cut them.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5225,"employee was removing rocks by hand from the mouth of the jaw crusher when ee felt pain in the right bicep. ee sought medical attention on april 7, 2021. the mri revealed a torn bicep muscle. employee is currently working restricted duty until ee's surgery date, april 20, 2021, which will then become a lost time injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5226,employee was breaking boulder on the grizzly when a piece about the size of a baseball broke off striking him just below the knee cap.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5227,putting a rubber liner on sag mill-went to remove hand but liner cane dowm faster than he anticipated pinching finger. ee returned to clinic on 11-17-00 for treatment of an infection.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5228,injured employee and coworker were installing two mufflers underneath a crane. employees were laying on their backs. coworker went to get tools. one muffler came loose and fell down appox. 2 ft onto injured employee's nose and face. injured employee received small cut and small closed nose fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5229,employee was unplugging a feeder in the reclaim tunnel. when material broke free employee stepped on a clinker ball straining his right knee,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5230,employee kneeling under equipment while chipping bumped hard hat on cross piece.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5231,employee was helping the loader operator make a mix when ee picked up a pallet and experienced pain in ee's back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5232,"ee was splitting stone. he stood up the next piece of stone he was going to split. the stone made some movement, slipped and smashed his 2 fingers against another stone.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5233,"attempting to move flat bar 1/4"" thick by 8"" wide and 6' long. it fell on left foot bruising foot. went to dr on 7-9, found broken bones. became restricted duty 7-10-01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5234,ee was attempting to change #6 water spray on #5 kiln. ee disconnected hose from water spray and a build up of steam burned him in the upper arm through of his shirt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -5235,roof bolter crew were drilling in break between no. 4 and no. 5 entries (between spad no. 5 260 and 263) when a piece of rock struck injured on the head and drove him to the ground.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5236,ee was cutting loose the feedbox on the screen unit. the box flipped when lifted by crane and smashed leg against screen unit.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5237,employee was struck on the hand/finger by a worker using a hammer to remove core from core barrel.crew were trying to hammer out a rock in the bit when injured employee re-positioned his grip in mid-swing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5238,"miner was operating a backhoe equipped with a rock hammer. after several hours of operation, ee began to feel numbness in right arm and right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -5239,employee knelt to position body in order to hang curtain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5240,"ee was attempting to unchoke material pipe using a 2lb sledge, while swinging the sledge the ee missed the pipe striking his left leg, just above the knee cap.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5241,"injured was pulling down a loose piece of rock. rock measured 3"" x 8"" x 4 ft. rock fell and hit injured on lt arm, causing a cut to rt arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5242,prying clay off mine rib a piece of clay slid down bar & hit hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5243,employee was loosening a bolt on a feeder when his wrench slipped causing him to stumble and striking his left ear against the track of a feeder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -5244,ee was hanging cable in entry 5 @ 27+50 ee felt burning and a small pop in right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5245,"two miners were working together to install utilities when they loosened the bolts on the victaulic clamp on the air header prior to relieving the pressure. one miner received a fracture to right forearm, the second miner was treated for eye injuries when glasses were blown off, also received soft tissue injuries to the left forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5246,employee's left hand bruised when he attempted to roll over a rock in a mine car. began loosing time 8/6/01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5247,ee was attempting to release a manual handbrake on a railroad car. the brake was set to tight and employee pulled/strained muscle in groin when he pulled the brake lever.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5248,"while cutting a piece of belting with a utility knife towards himself the employee accidentally stabbed himself in the right upper leg above the knee. the wound was approximately 3/8"" to 1/2"" long.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5249,"miner, along with the assistance of other miners, was pulling on the ground, an uncharged electric cord near the end of the shift. later that night and next morning, ee felt discomfort which they attributed to this task. ee went to primary doctor that following day who ordered an ultrasound which the miner had on 8/12/2020. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5250,employee was washing a press and the pressure of the water hose knocked him off balance and he struck side of the his back against the press causing a contusion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -5251,employee was using a jack to put a rail locomotive back onto the track and the jack bar struck on the side of ee's head resulting in ee getting 13 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5252,employee was putting a pin in the hole when a piece of draw rock fell from around the drilled hole and hit his elbow. he went for medical treatment and received 4 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5253,"m-5 maint. mechanic/miner was raising over-head garage doors to open shop. in process, miner felt pain along right ""ribcage"" area. miner thought he'd ""pulled"" a muscle. did not seek immediate treatment. treated on 10/14/11.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5254,employee was lowering a re-lay bar with a pair of come-a-longs when the chain on the come-a-long broke and hit employee in the right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5255,"at approx. 1530, a repairman was cutting sheet metal & channel iron at the #3 head tank. after making a cut, the employee lifted their face shield to ensure the last cut went through. after doing so, the employee noted irritation and possible small debris in both eyes. the repairman grabbed a bottle of water and began flushing their eyes. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5256,employee was moving a water pump and strained ee's back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5257,"employee was welding on a kiln. the steel had to be heated up and the welder had to weld from one side of his body 10 hrs a day. a buch of loose skin devloped on his left elbow, he complained of the pain. took him to dr. and therepy was administered.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5258,the injured was positioned at the mouth of the 8k fault heading approximately 3 feet inby the outby rib corner. a catamaran jack was position at 56 crosscut in the #1 entry 1/2 crosscut outby the injured's locaton. the catamaran jack chain was tensioned and a chain link broke and ricochet into the break striking the injured.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5259,"employee came to mine & was in process of getting his belt, boots ect. from back of his truck, he stepped up to tailgate & felt pain in low back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5260,the employee was trying to unplug the screening hopper with the use of a 15 foot pipe and sledge hammer. the employee struck the pipe which came back and hit his finger. no medical treatment requested until 11-25-14 at which time he was diagnosed with a fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -5261,"while operating a garden tractor, the employee struck a hole which caused the employee's arm to be jerked backwards and strike a fire extinguisher that was mounted on the inside of the tractor s roll bar.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5262,employee jerked a piece of cable down from roof bolter pulling a muscle in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5263,employee was beating on a bolt with a hammer. a sliver of the hammer head came off and went into the index finger of his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5264,employee stated that the piece of steel had to come down for this repair to take place. he then took a grinder so he could pull the metal down. he was grinding from 3 to 5 seconds (at eyebrow level) on top of the old weld when the grinder hit his safety glasses and caused a laceration under his left eye. he received 7 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5265,employee was cutting insulation off cable for trolley pole lead when the knife slipped cutting his left small finger near the middle knuckle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5266,"while operating a continuous miner on a pillar section, employee was injured when a rib rock measuring 5'x 2'x 6"" fell & struck him on his left leg. he was preparing to take the 1st lift to the left in the #7 heading.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5267,injured set down the hand held high pressure sprayer and accidently bumped the operating valve causing the water stream to pass acorss his right hand causing deep lacerations requiring out patient surgical repair.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5268,operator was pushing coal with dozer when a rock came out of the silo stacker tube and went through the side glass. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5269,"ee was hydro blasting a 2"" product material line with a 40k lancehose. other operated the foot petal. the product line was approx. 20 feet in the air adjacent to a catwalk, which was used for access to the line. ee wore a safety harness andwas tied to to an i beam, while standing on the pipe rack.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5270,employee was changing cutting edge on skid loader bucket with impact wrench and caught his glove and left middle finger on rotating bolt head lacerating finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5271,employee was cutting a belt with a knife and the knife slipped and cut his left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5272,plant operator was cleaning debris from walkways when a hard stone was thrown from the crushing chamber striking him in the chest and head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5273,"the employee is a fork lift driver (material handler) who loads the splitters with stone. while loading the stone onto the conveyor lines (various rollers), the employee notice that a stone was sticking out. the employee got off the fork lift and proceeded to push on the stone to straighten it out. while pushing on the stone, the employee bent his middle right finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5274,employee was crawling out of fine ore feed drop chute when he felt a sharp pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5275,"while using a pry bar on a rock that was jammed in a belt transfer point, the bar slipped causing the employee to smash his finger against a rock. he broke the tip of his left ring finger .",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5276,"employee using a electric drill to bore a hole in an 6"" x 8"" timber. bit bound drill spun and struck back of right hand. fracture finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5277,ee was struck in the forehead by a single prop on the longwall section. medical treatment injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5278,"ee lifted trash barrel and strained back, lower right side. ee did report incident when it happened, but did not want to go to dr. since incident date he has been experiencing pain and did not see a dr on 8-8-02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5279,setting slurry pump on base frame with backhoe & chain. bolt hole was not lined up & ee tried to push in place. pump went past edge & tilted . ee's hand was on edge & was caught between pump & backhoe edge. he had on gloves but did not prevent a cut and fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5280,maintenance mechanic attempting to lift a crusher roll bearing end cap for repositioning on a pallet. mechanic dropped the end cap and crushed finger between the part and the wooden pallet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5281,ee was cutting a bolt with a hacksaw. one end of bolt was held in a vise & the other end was being held by hand. the hacksaw slipped off the bolt as it was being cut & lacerated his left in dex finger. the wound was stitched & he was released to full duty,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5282,"the ee was installing truss bolts. after installing the outside rib bolt, his next task was to bend the bolt against the top. he used the head of the bolter to bend the bolt and the bolt caught behind a roof bolt plate. the ee tried to push the bolt free with his right hand. when the bolt came loose, it sprung down and jammed his hand and wrist. x-ray showed hairline fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5283,"on 12/29 employee alleged that during his previous shift (12/28) he was jostled while shifting a dozer from forward to reverse, resulting in back pain. the employee was evaluated by a doctor on 12/29 and issued rx muscle relaxants & released back with restrictions. he was unable to report for 2 shifts due to the side effects of the muscle relaxant. he returned full duty on 1/1/14.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -5284,"ee was using a sledge hammer to tighten bolts on raw mill drive motor, and reportedly missed target, straining muscle in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -5285,"ee was fueling loader. he was squeezing the fuel nozzle, turned slightly and heard a pop in hs wrist. his wrist began to swell and fingers burn.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5286,mechanic was attempting to repair a defective brake canister. he had loosen one of the bond clamps on the carter. the brake canister is spin loaded. it flew apart and the end cap struck the me chanic on the knee causing injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5287,employee was at slope bottom lifting a safety rope onto car. employee felt a pain on left side of lower back into the buttocks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5288,employee was helping splice belt and splice board fell and hit ee on right middle finger. resulted in 5 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5289,states pain occurred in left chest and ribs while swinging a sledge hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -5290,"employee was replacing cat pads on the continuous miner. as he positioned the cats for installation, his finger was caught between the joint of the pads. this resulted in the amputation of the distal portion of the left little finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5291,"ee was working on impact crusher trying to dislodge a piece of steel which was stuck with a pry bar. when the steel broke loose, he hit himself in the forehead.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5292,ee was lifting blocks while building a permanentstopping when he felt pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5293,employee was carrying a welding rod can and cut left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5294,"while changing out an apron buss at the central tankhouse, the ee had sulfate enter his rt. eye,which caused a minor burn and scratch to the cornea.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5295,"employee was using a wrench on a fastener, pulling upwards, when ee felt discomfort in ee's back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5296,"ee was placing a spill board on to the side of the unit tailpiece. while doing so, ee caught left thumb in between the spill board and the unit feeder. ee continued to work and turned an accident report in 9/9/2019. then on 10/7/2019, ee went to see an orthopedic surgeon who informed ee that the thumb was broken and to start wearing a brace on the thumb. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5297,"employee were changing out the hoist cables, when the chain securing the snatch block to the forward pad eye holding the house winch cables broke. the hoist cables stretched tight, making contact with the platform in between the drag and hoist drums breaking the platform loose. at this time the employee was thrown against the drag drum, handrails, etc. injuring the employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5298,employee was reaching for a bucket with leg and felt a pop in right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5299,"pulling on pry bar, bar slipped, employee fell to ground striking elbow on ground. did not seek medical attention until 11-6-06. off work since 11-7-06.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -5300,the employee was hanging continuous miner cable in the #8 entry when his back started to cramp and hurt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5301,employee was carrying pipe on right shoulder and felt pain in right shoulder and neck. she did not start losing time until 8/5/00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5302,"the employee was using a utility knife to cut conveyor belt to square up for lacing belt. he was cutting away from his body but knife slipped from belt and cut his left forearm, resulting in sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5303,employee was cutting on a piece of control cable with a utility knife when it slipped off of the cable causing him to cut his wrist. he ceased work and received sutures as medical treament.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5304,the employee was welding inside the primary crusher when he got a piece of welding slag in his eye. employee did not seek medical treatment until 10/17. he was off work 10/18 & 19.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5305,lifting fan housing structure when it fell on his left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5306,"ee started drilling a bolt hole when a piece of coal/shale slid down drill steel hitting his wrist. piece measured approx 2' x 2' x 16"" thick.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5307,ee was heating up tar for scoop batteries using a tea pot and hot plate. ee opened the tea pot to check how much tar was in it. when ee lifted the lid it blew out of the container covering the palm of ee's hand and between fingers migrating to the wrist area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -5308,ee was attempting to close a door into the plant. the door was hitting a section of handrail. the ee pulled on the handrail and pushed on door at the same time. the door closed suddenly hypere xtending the employee's right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5309,"on 11/3/2015 ee reported to supervisor, that appx a week ago he hurt his right shoulder while removing a pin from the steering jack on the highwall miner with a slate bar. he didn't think he was hurt at the time but has experienced pain since the incident",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5310,was helping make splice when knife slipped and cut rt. index finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5311,smashed his finger between two pieces of stone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5312,the employee was in the maintenance shop working on a gear box. he was using a hammer and a block of brass to remove the shaft from the housing. while striking the brass block the employee missed the block and struck the middle finger of his left hand. the finger was struck between the hammer and the sharp edge of the gear box.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5313,"loader operator exited loader to assist truck driver with rock stuck in tailgate. loader operator used hands to lift tailgate when rock cleared tailgate was heavier than anticipated. operator was unable to hold weight and tailgate slipped from grasp, pinching finger between tailgate and dump box.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5314,injured was stacking roof matting against a coal rib. the roof matting fell over and hit his knee causing a strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5315,"ee was changing cutting edges on loader at the shop, tightening bolt with air wrench and finger slipped and got cut by edge of bolt",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -5316,after changing oil in the longwall face conveyor tailgate drive gearbox the employee was replacing the protective cover on the drive. he got his right index finger pinched between the cover & mounting plate.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5317,putting stone on a pallet from the belt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5318,employee was welding and grinding on the 5230 shovel. at the end of the shift the employee noticed he had something in his eye. he thought it was only dirt and assumed it would work it's way out. the next morning he reported an irritation to his eye and was taken to an eye doctor who removed a small piece of metal from his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5319,while rebuilding a valve a board the valve was resting on moved causing the valve to fall. one operator tried to catch it and the valve pinched ee's finger between it and the rim of a sump resulting in a cut to the middle finger of ee's right hand. ee was treated with seven stitches and released back to work with no restrictions. ee returned to work and finished ee's shift,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5320,attempting to slide 150 pound block up a conveyor frame into place to splice belt and tore muscle in right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5321,"employee had their left hand between the rock & chopper table. when second employee cut the rock, index and middle finger were smashed. minor damage to middle finger index finger required stitches and a splint. follow up with dr. in 2 weeks.6-12 week recovery time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5322,employee was jacking an overcast beam up to clear the continuous miner during an equipment move. the jack bar slipped out of the jack causing him to loose his balance and fall to the mine floor jamming his right shoulder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -5323,employee was chipping away welding slag when he felt something in his eye. he kept on working and reported the next day that his eye was bothering him. he was taken to the doctor's office and an anti-biotic drop was placed in his eye. he was wearing safety glasses with side shields and hard hat.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5324,"on 08/27/2013, during a repair of the dragline shoe area, an employee was cleaning and a sliver of metal penetrated his gloves and punctured the left hand. the sliver was removed and the punctured area was cleaned. on 10/29/2013 the injured employee visited a dr to remove imbedded grease and received a suture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5325,"carrying 100 lb. bags of sand up 2 flights of stairs, on his rt. shoulder. injury was reported on 5/4/03; however, he did not seek medical attention until 6/9/03.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5326,"employee was removing a pin from a hydraulic cylinder with a hammer, felt a pop in shoulder and experienced some pain. was evaluated at cch and received a work as tolerated release. an mri determined a torn rotator cuff. surgery was performed on 01/21/2021 which is the first scheduled shift the employee has missed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -5327,employee states they hurt their wrist while sitting down for a break. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5328,"employee injured left thumb while opening the rear axle cover on the cat 1600 lhd. as they lifted the hood with right hand, left hand rested on top of the cab and as the cover passed the cab edge it pinched left thumb between the cover and the cab. this caused a laceration leading to the prescription of antibiotics.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5329,"employee was treated for torn cartlidge in the right knee 7/16/10. on 6/7/10 while performing normal duties and stepping up on a rail car approximately 8"" from the mine floor the employee felt moderate pain in the knee no event to cause damage. employee suffered from torn knee cartlidge right knee in 2004. determined during investigation repeated trauma to the knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5330,a fully trained miner strained miners back when jacking rail up. the jack let loose while jacking causing the strain. the incident was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5331,"employee was working day shift 6:00am to 6:00pm on the 21st. the neck above the crusher plugged with coal, employee was trying to dislodge a piece of coal when another piece rolled down and pinched his left hand. the pinch caused the skin to split between thumb and index finger on left hand. the injury required 9 stitches. the employee returned to work the next day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5332,"this accident occurred when a large pneumatic winch broke free from its anchor. the winch pinned the injured employee against an i-beam structure. the accident caused crushing injuries to his lower torso (cracked pelvis, torn bladder).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5333,employee was using a pipe wrench to remove a vertical drill bit. his right hand got caught between the wrench and the drill bit causing a laceration on his right hand. the laceration required five sutures to repair.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5334,"the employee was performing maintenance at the thickener. the thickener drive assembly fell off the stand and struck the employee on the chest, right knee and right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5335,employee was removing pins from a jack on header. another employee struck pin from opposite side of header striking employee in left index finger causing a fracture and requiring 2 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5336,"employee was recovering equipment doors and frames. he had knocked the blocks from around the sides and the capping material from the top. as he pushed the top frame over, a straight leg support for the header sprang or kicked up, striking the employee in the eye. recieved 3 stitches above the right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5337,"after securing the rope on a cable tree rope brake, the employee pulled sharply on the free end of the rope which caused the rope brake to swivel towards the employee. the handle on the rope brake struck the employee on the right eye causing ocular fractures. the employee was wearing safety glasses at the time of the incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5338,employee attempted to keep a drum in the rhenium plant from overturning by grabbing the handle resulting in a sprain to his right wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5339,employee alleges he was dragging screens to the top deck and he felt a pop in his lower back. he went to the chiropractor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5340,removing belly pan using a hand ratchet. when injured employee removed the last bolt the pan dropped. this action resulted in his left hand being pinched between the hand ratchet and the ground. this caused cuts on his index finger and middle finger of his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5341,employee was swinging a sledge hammer while doing repairs to a crusher ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -5342,"ee informed his supervisor that his foot has been bothering him since sometine in 1998. he copedwith the pain for some time, but now it seems worse so he is reporting it for medical attention",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5343,employee was bending a roof bolt when he strained his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5344,"ee carried motor cart down two flights of stairs. later that night, back started to tighten up.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5345,ee struck his left knee attempting to put a trolley pole on the wire from outside the mantrip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5346,miner was moving a pump from entry 4 to entry 5 when he twisted his right knee. he did not seek medical attention until 12-12-12.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5347,employee was pulling a hose from the service truck to the portable crusher diesel tank. the hose became entangled on the stairs. as he pulled on the hose it became entangled causing his elbow to strike the diesel tank.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5348,employee injured his right shoulder while doing the repetitious work of swinging a sledge hammerto break the stone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -5349,employee was removing plug from haul truck when the wrench slipped and lacerated employee's finger resulting in 4 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5350,employee was cutting a belt with a razor when the knife slipped and cut his right lower leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5351,ee was conducting a maintenance function when he started experiencing lower back pain. ee placed on restricted duty on 07/15/2011.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5352,"employee stated that while climbing up into the 240 long boom excavator, employee felt a pull and sharp pain in right bicep.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5353,ee was stacking large pieces of slate on a pallet. finger got caught between two pieces of slate. finger is fractured.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5354,employees were remooving a step component from crusher. the weight and grease on the part caused it to slip from the hands holding it. it hit the employee in the head and the shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5355,"he was moving platform, coworker was pulling and he was pushing , he stopped pushing and coworker kept pulling, the platform stopped and his shoulder was jerked away from body, initially a sharp pain to right shoulder and down right arm. this incident became recordable on 10/17/11 when regular restrictions started.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5356,"after drilling a hole, the victim using the two fingers of his right hand, began guiding the two sections of an instal-2 roof bolt as he raised the boom of the roof bolter toward the roof. at some point the top section of the bolt caught somehow causing the joint of the two sections to buckle sideways pinching his pointer finger, breaking and lacerating it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5357,"injuried was assisting co-workers in cribbing up high spot over beam sets when one of the 32' x 5' x 7"" crib blocks fell striking injured on his right foot causing a slight fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5358,ie had the track jacked up putting a gauging rod in. the jack slipped dropping the rail and mashing ie's finger between the rail and the gauging rod. ie was took to the dr. where ie received 2 stitches and was cleared to return to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5359,ee was mixing grout to install grout rock bolts.water hose was laying on ground and had higher pressure. employee kicked valve on and whipping hose hit him in head multiple times while he trie d to catch it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5360,"employee bent over to pick up a cable to hand it to someone. when he grabbed the cable and stood up, he felt something pull in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5361,"while hanging a root rake on a dozer, employee was hammering one pin in with another pin smashing his right hand little finger between the two pins, splitting it open.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5362,"while cleaning on a piece of metal, it got on ee's hand and then ee wiped his right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -5363,"injured was attempting to remove a bit to steel insert out of a bent drill steel by striking it against the bolt tray. the insert and bit came free and struck the injured in the safety glasses, right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5364,ee was trying to lift a rock off of the miner. a knot came up in his lower rt. abdomen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5365,"the ee was working in the coal storage area that day and had no complaints. ee went to work next day and was in the control room when he felt something in his right eye. ee and supervisior washed out his right eye, but could not get the coal out of it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5366,injured was cutting a cable with a razor knife the knife slipped and he cut his thumb,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5367,"allegedly, the injury was caused when the employee was pulling the rear overhead door of a tractor trailer with his left hand and struck the right hand which was placed at the bottom of the door.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5368,"ee was replacing conveyor belt. thumb (left hand) got caught between belt & chute. damage to thumb, loss of nail & skin - not broken.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5369,"employee was kneeling while grinding with 6"" hand grinder. employee lost balance. wile trying to catch self, employee made contact with grinder. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -5370,"mechanic was climbing down off scaffolding, he felt a pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5371,"employee opened crusher to inspect, while turning rotor, hand was caught between blowbar and side plate.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5372,"ee was working from an aerial lift and as he activated the basket, it moved and he lost balance, falling next to basket rails. he strained his lower back. no time lost due to this incident. he returned to work the next day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -5373,employee stated he was scaling and sat the scaling bar on top of his foot. when they moved the cage the bar contacted the roof and pushed the bar onto his toe. his right middle toe was cut near the joint. he is currently missing time from work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5374,the ee was cutting spout out of a 5 gallon oil bucket with a pocket knife when the knife slipped cutting his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5375,"while working on fs1 changing screens, back started hurting as day went on. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5376,"the ee was struck in right hand by a 4""x20' nylon choker that was used to pull power cable as the marion dragline was walking. the choker broke & snapped back& struck the ee",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5377,ee was loading rock-duster with dust. ee strained hemorrhoids out of rectum.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5378,contractor employee was using a utility knife when ee slipped and cut left leg right above knee cap.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5379,"1st right longwall. while employee was charging out a 3/8"" shield leg lose, he struck his left ring finger with a hammer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5380,strained lower back lift at belt and structure.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5381,"the injured stated he was assisting a mechanic in transferring tools from a metal tool bin cart onto a heavy duty plastic cart. after completing moving of the tools, he was moving the metal ca r, when the mechanic pushed the cover closed, before the injured could remove his hand, resulting in his right ring finger being sheared off at the tip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5382,"while tramming miner to the face of 00 hdg., trammed over a hump in the roadway & miner teetered over hump causing oper. to hit his head on top.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -5383,fixing flashing under roller/feedbelt using a prybar. the prybar slipped and struck him in the mouth. initially he did not seek treatment for this but recently has had dental work for chipped tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5384,"while cleaning out receiving box on conveyor, employee stepped backward and fell through ladder access opening. fell approximately 12 feet resulting in left arm muscle strain. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -5385,employee was in process of stepping onto a highwall miner push beam. employee's right foot slipped as the left foot was in motion to step up. the slipping of the right foot caused left shin to hit the beam. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5386,while cutting a dozer blader liner off a dozer blade it sprang loose striking him in the left knee and top of left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5387,laying track. rail slipped off lifting jack landing on top of rt. foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5388,employee was clearing out a blockage on the fines chute underneath the jaw of the primary plant. the employee was using a metal bar to loosen the stuck material. when the last rock came free instead of falling down the chute it came out of the access hatch hitting the miner in the face and hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5389,supervisor was observing employee changing out teeth on the dragline line bucket. when the employee struck the tooth with a sledge hammer a metal sliver flew off and struck the supervisor in his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5390,"while dumping clay into the crusher building, ee heard the crusher making an unusual noise. they determined that the shaft was periodically locking up. he & a co-worker tried to loosen the sha ft with a pry bar but it slipped & he fell back into the guard rail of #4 belt hitting his right hip. he received a bad bruise, was given a muscle relaxer but was unable to return the next da",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5391,injured was reclaiming belt structure and smashed the tip of finger causing a laceration and a fracture. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5392,he was cleaning out ball machine when material fell from the side of the machine and struck his hard hat.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5393,"ee suffered a deep laceration to his left lower leg. he and co workers were hoisting a cover using a chain fall and he was using his hand to counterbalance the cover which was heavier on one e nd. this caused the rigging to shift and the ""0""ring in the hook pushed throught the safety latch on the chainfall hook. this resulted in the cover dropping and striking his leg. about 20 sut",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5394,employee was getting up into fuel truck when ee felt a pop in the back of ee's right ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5395,employee was doing maintenance work on miner and pulling back on a welded piece of metal on a shaft. the metal broke loose and hit the employee in the abdomen and hand. the metal caused a cracked bone and lacerated two small places on hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5396,"while placing a shank on the 12 shovel, employee lifted and wiggled the shank with left arm while shank was attached to the crane. during the process of final positioning, employee stated they felt a pop and sharp pain in left elbow. employee had surgery on 8-16-17 making this a reportable case. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5397,felt pain in his left side lower back while attempting to mount eliminator onto valve.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5398,employee was changing drawbars from 4 foot to 8 foot when the drawbar slipped and fell on to his right wrist causing a fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5399,ee was lifting a piece of a barrel on jcm-7r in pahelsb0 & felt something [pull in his chest area. he worked 2-9-01 went off 7 days off. on 2-17-2001 he was hammering on bit block pin & felt s omething tear or pull in checst or stomach area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5400,struck left hand thumb with hammer while changing out tooth on loader. caused contusion on thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5401,ee was reaching for an empty bag to place on a packing machine when he felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5402,"two ee's had lifted a drill pot and rotation motor together, as they were placing it inside the slope car, one of the ee's finger was mashed between the slope car and drill pot, resulting in a laceration the required 11 sutures to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5403,removing hydraulic hose which came loose due to built up pressure causing oil to be thrown in his face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5404,employee was helping another employee lift a 6 ft super stud when he said he had pulled a muscle in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5405,employee was installing bed liners in the haul truck when his hand was pinched between the bolster and the huck gun he was using. this resulted in a fracture to the tip of his left ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5406,"removing 50 lb bags from a high lift about 4' off the ground. carried each bag about 5' in distance and placed bags (lime) at ground level, outside on rocky terrain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5407,"ee was in the process of going through a man door wehn he felt his right knee pop. he has had prior knee surgery to the right knee. he continued to work up until april 13, 2004. he had surgery on april 14, 2004 to repair a torn meniscus and repair a acl deficiency.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5408,employee was scraping out buildup in 28d-1 chute when felt a pop in shoulder. employee seen by nurse. employee returned back to work. continued medical surveillance. surgery to shoulder on 1-24-18. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5409,employee was repairing a continuous miner. he had the ripper head blocked with a crib. the crib kicked out & a crib block caught his finger against the ripper jack.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5410,ee reached up to cut off a piece of wire from the roof and felt a sharp pain in his back (rock locking for micon).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5411,left hand was struck by the lower section of a roof bolter drill steel. the lower drill steel was caught on the edge of the chuck as the rotation unit was raised. the upward pressure of the rotation unit boom caused the lower drill steel to be kicked outward. he was reaching towards the drill steel at the time & his left hand was struck between the thumb & index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5412,"on 17 jan employee was grinding a piece of metal, a particle went into right eye. ee was wearing safety glasses & face shield. on 18 jan ee went to er at 2100 hrs, diagnosed with viral conjunctivitis. on 21 jan ee went to an eye doctor, as eye was still irritated. second doctor identified a foreign metal body in right eye. operator was not notified of injury until 23 jan 2019.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5413,while removing a wheeled dumpster by hand he ran into a steel beam and the momentum of the dumpster fractured his wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5414,employee was struck in the face by a piece of metal which flew off of a mill convace which was being changed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5415,employee was tightening back u-joint pv when thewrench slipped off the bolt and hit employee on the cheek.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5416,"laceration caused during smash by large metal plate to right pinky finger, palm side.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5417,employee was shoveling sand and pulled hip. ee notified company of accident on 4/01/04.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5418,ee was removing guard over a return idler. as he slid the guard off it came down on his left index finger & mashed the tip. the next day he was taken to the doctor. who ordered x-rays. the tip of the finger had a fracture of the bone. a metal tip was placed over the end of the finger so nothing would hit it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5419,person was using cutting torch to remove bolts from power pack at belt drive. after cutting bolts he raised his glasses and struck bolt with hammer to se if it was loose. a piece of metal slag came up and struck him in the left eye causing injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5420,employee was changing the cutting edges on a loader when his finger got caught under the bolt head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5421,employee was lifting block to build walls when he twisted his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5422,"four employees were removing an electrical switcher from the control van. while in the process, the box fell to the floor and a corner leg landed on his foot. the leg entered his boot just beh ind his steel toe protector, striking near the base of his right big toe. x-rays confirmed a break to the toe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5423,"loading material on truck, metal strap fell & hit right thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5424,ee was positioning boring machine feeder and felt pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5425,"the ee states that while changing a 16"" tire the tire caught a rubber mallet that was on the machine. the contact caused the mallet to flip up and strike the ee in the upper lip. he was examin ed & 3 sutures were used to repair the laceration. the ee was released to return to work full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5426,"a rock flew out of the jaw of the crusher, hit employee in left temple. he fell on his back about 6 to 8 ft to the ground.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5427,"driller was making a connection, and unscrewed top-head from drill pipe. helper put his hand over pipe to keep cuttings from falling down the air side. top-head bounced down, pinching his finger between top-head and drill pipe. fracture and laceration to left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5428,ee was walking beside the continuous miner. he raised his arm up to put a hammer on the miner. as he raised his arm up he hit his elbow on a rock that was laying on top of the miner causing a laceration. he received stitches in his arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5429,employee was using a bar to open the doors on bottom of railcars. the bar slipped out of the slot in the door & caught his right thumb between the rail & the bar.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5430,"the injured was using a die grinder to cut a solenoid free from the frame of the 1988 ford model cargo 8000 fuel truck, applying the charged grinder to the bolts of the mounted solenoid, when the grinder ""dug in"" and jumped, striking the back of the injured's left hand between the thumb and index finger resulting in a 1 1/2 inch long cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5431,"operating dozer, ripping material. when backing up, went over rock with dozer and jarred back. *original edoc # 253218*",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -5432,employee was supplying a roof bolter and felt pain in his right shoulder. began losing time 4/22/13.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5433,employee was loading cinder blocks into a scoop bucket when he caught the little finger of his right hand between two blocks crushing the last digit of his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5434,"employee was closing open doors on train cars, prying them shut with a bar, when bar slipped out of door, releasing pressure on bar causing employee to stumble, causing pain to shoulder, back, & neck area - on 1-6-14 ee was treated in the er with a return to work with no limitations. on 2-7-14 ee was seen by a specialist. on 2-10-14 ee would be off work for 3 weeks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5435,"employee was cleaning a dust trap at the big dryer and as employee pulled the tray out, the metal cut left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5436,"the victim was operating an aerial boom truck inside the bucket to dismantle a shop building. the victim & two other employees were using the boom of the bucket truck to lift up wooden 4x6 post. the post was buried in the ground with concrete. while lifting the post, the victim was thrown out of the bucket when the post suddenly released from the ground.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -5437,"moving stone, stone slipped out of his hands hitting him in the waist area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5438,"employee found a wood board stuck in belt chute. the employee jerked on the board in an attempt to remove from the belt chute and felt a pop in his left shoulder. employee continue to work from date of accident until january 25, 2016 when he went off work for surgery to repair left rotator cuff injury. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5439,employee states he was bolting up steel beams when he felt burning in his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5440,employee had opened a box that contained a pressure washer. the employee then was trying to pull a tag off of the machine (pressure washer). at that moment he pulled out a personal knife to cut the tag off. the knife went through the tag and his left hand (thumb)causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5441,injured employee sustained a hernia while adjusting the forks on a forklift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5442,"changing liners and idlers and plates in a chute, he felt a pull in the groin area - sprain/strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5443,congested area employee was trying to lift too much weight. un-plan job,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5444,injured person was walking beside while it was moving when he slipped on a rock and his foot went under the roof bolter tire.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -5445,said he was stacking stone onto pallets and he felt a pull in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5446,while pulling fire hose up rc tube ee slipped on material causing pain in right groin area and back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5447,"employee was adding water to coal hauler battery when the battery lid fell, catching his right middle and ring fingers between lid and frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5448,"ee reports that he was closing a hatch door to #4 cyclone and lost control of the door. it struck his left hand, fracturing l#4 finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5449,"while jack hammering on clean-up project, jack hammer slipped off of rock causing left ring finger to be pinched between jackhammer and frame of t-bird crusher.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5450,"unloading 100 lb steel pin from bed of pickup, pin started to fall tried to catch it and felt pain in left wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5451,"ee bent down to pick up a cutting edge (approx. 50 lbs.), picked up wais high, and turned to set the cutting edge down. he felt pain in his lwoer back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5452,"employee was trying to loosen a bolt, when the bolt broke loose he hit his left knuckle middle finger on a stud.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5453,"ee was loading a clinker buster with a flip hopper & when he raised the lever type handle, to open the clam shell on the hopper, he strained his right elbow & forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5454,employee was in x-cut loading supplies from the side of roof bolter. when the other roof bolter operator tried to raise the atrs jack he inadvertently made contact with other employee toes of right foot with stab jack. lost time as of 12/26/2014,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5455,"injured was washing with a water hose under the belt when the hose got away from the employee, striking the employee several times, resulting in a cut, requiring stitches, to the left leg. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5456,employee was cleaning the shop because the plant was down for electrical problems. as he was cleaning he attempted to lift a wooden cribbing block when he strained his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5457,"using a chain to hoist roller on to the frame on a bull dozer, the chain broke striking him on the hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5458,while operating roof bolter the wrench came loose striking him over the left eye. he received stitches and returned to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5459,"employee was installing a roof bolt, reached for a drill steel and right ear made contact with a previously installed roof bolt plate and suffered a laceration to the ear lobe, requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5460,i was pushing the top of the fork on the telescopic handler sliding them closer together. the fork stopped suddenly jamming my left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5461,"was floating out roof bolt operator. while adding steel together to drill deeper hole, steel cut finger on left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5462,ee was rerouting conduit. after moving conduit ee was attempting to clamp conduit when conduit slipped & pinched indexfinger he got l index finger caught between conduit & the handrail cas ued laceration that required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5463,roof bolter stuck in loose coal #1 bolter pushed #2 bolter causing #2 bolter to spin into rib.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5464,"miner was helping to change the attachment on the excavator from a hammer to a bucket. as the miner tried to loosen the nut with a wrench, ee propped foot on the attachment for leverage. when the nut broke loose, the miner fell to the ground, landing on ee's elbow. the miner suffered a dislocated elbow. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -5465,removing fitting using a crescent wrench. wrench broke while he was pushing and caused him to fall and twist his right ankle. fractured ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -5466,employee caught left index finger between a pin and dipper bail support arm after the bail moved unexpectedly. he received a 1/2 inch laceration to the tip of his finger which required 7 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5467,"setting down a piece of iron, left index finger got between iron and rock which resulted in a laceration to left index finger, needing stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5468,"employee was hammering on a wrench to break a bolt loose. when the ee swung the hammer it struck an i-beam that put the hammer in a different direction & struck his right hand between the thumb & first finger causing trauma, contusion and laceration to his right hand. employee is on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5469,employee was changing a rip-rap screen and when finished he wiped his face with his glove and a foreign object entered his right eye. the eye became irritated over the weekend. diagnosis was a bruised eye but the dr. put antibiotic drops in the eye making injury recordable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5470,ee was moving welder. later that night he was inpain so he went to doctor & was told he had had a hernia for some time. due for surgery on 1/30.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5471,employee was removing front tire from lt600 when he bent to pull a tire off and he felt pain in his right lower shoulder. ** employee did not seek medical attention until 07-29-2008.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5472,employee was walking while carrying a battery bell connector and a 20' piece of battery lead wire and felt a sharp pain in back. ee started missing work 8/11/2016.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5473,"while descending a fixed ladder on the side of an open top haul trailer, the ee snagged his ring on his right hand on a molded ridge on the last ladder rung which caused the ring to cut into t he finger and tear tissue between the second and third knuckle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5474,while bricking kiln (handling brick) he struck his right shoulder and neck on the brick platform.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5475,ie was helping to change the spray boom on the lw shear. the ie's right middle and ring fingers were caught between the pan cable tray and the spray boom when lowering the boom from the shear. this resulted in a laceration and fracture to both fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5476,"ee was assisting in the removing of belt syructure out of the c-3 longwall belt, in the area of the tailpiece. while pulling on a top roller he felt something ""pop"" in his left knee. this was diagnose later as a torn meniscus and on 10-23-00 he began to miss work due to that injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5477,he stated he was cleaning #3 head and took a catch in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5478,ee was assisting reg. roof bolterop. while standing on top of machine & was moving from back of mach. to front on each bolt installation. conditions were such that the op. could not reach the top because the top being 10' high that would normally have been 5-6 1/2' high. ee would insert 6' roof bolt after op. inserted glue. while retreating to the rear of the mach. the op. acted qu,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5479,replacing a drill steel on a jumbo drill. the drill steel slipped & fell striking his thumb resulting in a fracture to the tip of his thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5480,"ee was installing roof bolts and as he started to drill a hole a piece of rock broke out of the mine roof, falling and striking ee on the left forearm causing a laceration. he received seven s utures to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5481,ee suffered a tuft fracture to the end of his left little finger while attempting to use a pipe wrench to remove a hose connected to a drain valve with a crow's foot fitting. the fitting was s tuck so he used a hammer to tap the end of the pipe wrench. the connection release & sudden downward motion caught his finger between wrench handle & locking handle of the drain valve.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5482,empoyee was lowering steel grade into baghouse sandhopper when grade cut into his pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5483,"employee was using an 8# sledge hammer to close an angle valve. the valve handle broke and struck the employee on his right hand, causing a fracture of the right index finger. no lost time, re stricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5484,employees working at the end of the day. employees wearing full-face paprs. employees noticed fan blades making contact with housing. employees were on opposite sides of the fan unit. one employee rotated the fan side to find contact areas. employee on the other side attempted to assist rotation and pinched finger between the pulley and fan belt. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -5485,ee was attempting to pull a mantrip seat forward to see if there was a section of air hose behind the seat. the seat was stuck and when he gave it a hard tug the seat quickly sprang forward an d his right middle finger was pinched between the frame of the seat and the end of the mantrip. this resulted into a fracture to the tip of his right middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5486,ee was lifting a chain to hook onto front-end loader to pull his haul truck out of mud. felt pain in abdomen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5487,windy conditions; performing task alone,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5488,employee was installing a shear pin in the sheeps head on the relay bar at shield #152. the relay bar pushed out shoving the shear pin into the pan line. three fingers on employees right hand were caught between the shear pin and pan line.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5489,grinding on a shovel bucket weld,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5490,"employee was rocking the sheave on the grizzly feeder with his right hand because he thought the bearings were going out. turned to talk to the employee beside him and caught his free hand (left) between the belt and the pulley, cutting off the very tip of his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5491,5/12/2013 employee was pulling on chain to remove belt and felt pain in abdomen. did not report incident until 6/20/2013. was being treated by personal care physician prior to reporting to medical dept. not sure of diagnosis. placed on restrictions to accommodate until diagnosis complete.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5492,ee was attempting to knock the sand built up on the sides of the sand bin when he ran his hand across the top of the bin and cut his hand on a steel burr.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5493,employee stated he was trimming a belt splice when his knife slipped and cut his right leg just above the knee. the injury was medically treated with sutures. he missed no work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5494,"cleaning out the coal mill air lock, holding the air lock door with left hand and loosening nuts with right hand. after nuts were off the door slipped out of the left hand and fell open. the door caught his left index finger between the door and the drive motor housing. the employee recieved stitches on his finger",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5495,ee was using a jack under the screening plant and jack slipped off of block and caught his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5496,"while tramming bolter to freshly mined cut to start bolting, rock fell off canopy striking right shoulder, this resulted in a lost time injury. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5497,employee was taking bolts out of legs on belt structure. when he moved the structure over his finger rubbed over a piece of rock cutting his finger. injury required 3 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5498,"cutting prop setters, went to slide one out of truck and smashed left pinky finger between prop setter and the bed of truck. x-ray revealed a fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5499,miner was cutting conveyor belt with utility knife when the knife blade broke off and the knife folded over cutting right pointer finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5500,strain to lower back from transferring load cells from a damaged pallet to an intact pallet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5501,while changing a lock ring on a 793 cat haul truck ee got finger pinched between the lock ring and wheel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5502,"while operating loader, he came across some drill bits that he moved by hand, while moving them he felt a pain in his left hip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5503,"while in the process of installing permanent roof support, the plate was not uniform with the bolt pattern. when employee placed his left hand to straighten the plate he unintentionally applied up pressure and mashed the tip of his left index finger between the plate and mine roof.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5504,cleaning the auger out on powder truck. piece of metal flew off and hit left eye. tried to wash out on own. had to go to er on 6-10-01 to have dr. remove it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5505,employee was lifting 27# pails to and from check scale on line 1 in the packaging area. employee had pain in her back. initially not reported by the employee as work related. employee was checked immediately by ems and refused transport. after a check by a physician later it was identified as work related. the injury is a strained disc in the employees back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5506,"employee was welding, repairing a rock screen. when he finished, he lifted his helmet to check his work. a piece of slag popped off and flew up under his safety glasses into his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5507,"ee was grinding welds with electric grinder, windy conditions caused particles to go under shield and into right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5508,while putting up tins on the roof to direct water drippers. came in contact with water that had pebale lime quicklime in it must of not had my prain pants taped tight enought to boots. water l eaker in causing burns.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5509,bates contractor was installing roof bolts with truss bolter and had the canopy raised and was drilling a hole. the collar on the canopy shell had raised up with canopy. he had his hand on the joy stick with his finger extended out. when the collar fell it caught his left index finger between collar and bottom of shell resulting in a fracture and stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5510,emp was clearing jam out of the crusher with a wedge on end of a chain when the crusher spit out chain causing wedge to drop jerking emp and rupturing capilaries in his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5511,crane tipped over into water with operator in machine.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Drowning -5512,"he pulled lock bolts out of a conveyor before itwas hooked up to the crane. without supports, itfell backward hitting him in the head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5513,"an employee was helping change a screen on the screen deck. the employee had another employee holding the screen to help out. while trying to climb out of the screen deck, the screen was dropped and hit the employee in the head, resulting in 5 stitches being needed. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5514,employee was loading powder when debris fell hitting hie eyebrow and falling into his eye requiring medical treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5515,picked up pallet to put on scissor lift. when lowering pallet on lift left shoulder popped. joint (ligament) sprain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5516,employee was taking the end off of the feeder when he got dust in his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5517,"using shovel to clean chute slide, more dirt than the shovel could hold came down and hit shovel. shovel and hand on handle hit steel on crusher.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5518,he says he thinks it happened while he was tightening up a lug nut on a ws tamdem wheel when he pulled a muscle in his right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5519,"ee was working off the paddle wheel dredge, pulling a cable to wrap around a pipe. he called the next day & reported that he had pulled a musclein his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5520,mechanic was not looking up at air blower. one of four air diffusers had fallen out and as the machanic moved his hand across the diffusers his finger came in contact with the fan blade where the diffuser was missing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5521,hand stacking at blending & hurt lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5522,ee was pulling screen out of shaker when he felt pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5523,ee & 2 others were taking down continuous miner cable from cable hooks. ee's rt glove caught on the latch of a cable hook. as the miner cable fell it pushed the latch of the cable hook into his rt hand. he rec'd a laceration between his rt thumb & index finger. he finished working his shift & sought medical attention after he got home. he rec'd 6 sutures & was released to work,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5524,"working on grizzly bar (bar part of feeder hopper; had been damaged when hit by loader. ee was trying to repair bent bar by hitting it with sledge hammer). the metal bar slipped and hit ee's left ankle, causing the little bone just above the ankle to break.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5525,"while lifting a cover, ee felt a pain in his back. ee did not start losing time until 8-6-01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5526,employee was welding on cat 637 e scraper and spark went down his boot and burnt foot. ee did not seek medical attention until 8-9-03 and did not miss work until 8-11-03. at that time he took vacation and sick leave for several weeks and did not report injury for weeks. thus it did not get reported to msha. we just found the error.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -5527,"operating roof bolter on west mains section, #49 cross-cut 2 to 3. operator got his ring finger of left hand caught between the drill steel and bolter head crushing end of his finger. was holding steel and running the head up to connect steel into drill chuck. was wearing meta carpal gloves at the time of accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5528,"ee was loading cathodes when one got hung up. ee reached in to try and pick up the sheet when the cathode weight shifted smashing the right little finger. ee was taken to grmc. fracture to right little finger, stitches and a finger splint.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -5529,opening up chain link using hammer. struck lt. thumb with hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5530,welding piece of metal went behind safety glasses in right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5531,drilling hole for roof bolt and wrench slipped off steel and struck operator on forhead.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5532,putting up 6ft. bolt. employee was bending bolt back into shape when plate slid down bolt. employee struck the plate with the back of his right arm causing a cut that required 8 stiches to clo se.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5533,"employee was loading 4 screw conveyors flights off the loading dock onto a pickup truck with a forklift. the dock was 2'higher than the truck bed. he got them as far as he could with the forkl ift and then pushed them by hand until they wereagainst the cab. approx. 2' of the flights were still on the dock, he pushed them into the truck. he dropped the flight on his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5534,"grinding piece to form cooler knife seal, piece of metal flew into eye. metal removed from left eye by physician the next day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5535,while attempting to resocket a dragline dump wire rope cable the cable slipped causing a pinch point for the employee's right hand index & middle finger between the clamp & wedge. two stiches to the middle finger were required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5536,accident under investigation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5537,"while working on a pump, rotating pulley to remove impeller. victim got thumb got between pulley and drive belts. laceration required 11 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5538,removing jammed bolt from bolter when the bolt plate slid down the bolt striking his right hand requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5539,ee dropped a water hose to a concert floor of the bunker engaging the valve causing it to flip up and strike his left eye area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5540,employee was carrying block to a stopping and experienced pain in the lower stomach area. employee continued to work until 05/25/2022 at which point a hernia was diagnosed. hernia will be repaired. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5541,"using acetylene torch to remove pin, burnt into oil cavity of the pin causing the hot oil to flash and come back on burning face",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -5542,"ee stated, he was removing rock from continuous miner with a slate bar when the bar slipped, hitting his left hand against the miner, a laceration to his forefinger, left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5543,strained right shoulder when he was pulling on a pipe wrench to free up a spray nozzle. medical treatment reccommended physical therapy to start 3/4/03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5544,operator was cleaning dirt from under 2a conveyor belt when ee noticed discomfort in left arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5545,ee was in the process of come-a-longing counterweight in position to install on crusher shaft when the roof bolt broke that the come-a-along well hooked to the roof bolt struck ee in the head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5546,employee was scooping a sample out of the crusher bowl and the bowl slipped and landed on ee's finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5547,employee was trying to straighten a roof bolt that was slightly bent using the step on the fletcher roof bolter when the bolt rotated and slipped while in the step causing the employee to hit his left wrist on the step causing it to have a small slight fracture to his wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5548,employee states he felt a twang in his shoulder while pulling electrical cords.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5549,the screenings hopper under #1 diester filled w/material. ee opened access door & was using a shovel to clean out the buildup. after getting majority of material out ee entered hopper to get t he rest & material slid down the hopper twisting his left knee. ee had a harness & lanyard on but violated the company confined space policy.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -5550,"employee was cutting 48"" belt out from under the pit feeder in aspen 3 south. ee was in a tight area with limited mobility. he was using razor knife when it slipped and cut his right forefinger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5551,was on the side of the conv cutting a pace of belt off and cut his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5552,"employee was using a bucket to scoop up mud and water. as he turned to pass off the bucket, he felt something in his lower back pop and had pain go down his right leg. this incident remains under investigation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5553,ee alleges he strained his groin on 1/31/01 but did not report injury until 3/5/01. hernia repaired 3/13/01,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5554,"while using a utility knife to cut rubber conveyor belt, the knife slipped out of a groove in the rubber causing a laceration to the employee's left thumb. the wound required three stitches, x-ray and tetanus shot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5555,ee was going to replace the plate on the ball float of #2 column cell. the ball float shaft slipped and the ee went to catch it and ee had gotten a laceration to ee's finger. the ee received stitches to ee's finger and given restrictions. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5556,employee had rock stuck between tires of truck. he parked the truck and used an air chisel to get the rock out. the rock flew out and cut/hit his lip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5557,ee was loading bolting rack from the front basket on the bolter. the tie wrap on the bolts broke and he pulled up causing pain in his back. it was not reported before now because he was able t o do his job until today (7/30/02).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5558,he said he hurt his back on 4-11-03 lifting a board. he said he hurt it again while pulling belt back together but not sure on date. he said he thought he had kidney stones on 4-21-03. he file d a company accident report on 4-30-03. he thinks he has a lower back injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5559,ee pulled a muscle while installing a new loaderseat in a loader in the shop. he did not know itwas strained until the next day. he complained of shoulder pain & went to the doctor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5560,"he and another repairman was lifting a metal cover on the continuous miner, when he slipped and the metal cover pinned his arm against the continuous miner frame. this resulted in a fracture of the small bone in his right foreman.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5561,"the employee was part of a welding crew assigned to re-socket the drag ropes on an 8200 marion dragline. as the wedge portion of the assembly was being guided into the becket, the chain attached to it failed allowing it to drop about 6 to 8 inches. the employee's finger was pinched between the wedge and the drag rope that was in the becket.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5562,"while operating a loci, ee pulled on a switch pull bottle and felt pain (4/15/02). on 6/5/02 he was lifting a hose reel and felt a ""pop"" on his right shoulder. on 8/9/02 he received an mri. he missed his first shift on 8/21/02 for a torn rotator cuff. he works four on and four off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5563,employee was using a grinder to buff a shaft. while he was running the grinder one of the strings from his hooded sweatshirt fell out of his coat and got wound up in the shaft of the grinder behind buffing wheel. this caused the grinder to get sucked up to his face striking him in the mouth. when it hit him it chipped a corner off of his front tooth,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5564,"while unrolling belt off of a roll, the belthanger came loose. the chain or belthanger struck his hand",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5565,"ee was taking down belt hardware on x cut 5 cu 4 belt, ee was taking out rails from inside of belt hangers one slid out and landed on top of her left foot. bruise to top of ee's foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5566,while jacking a derailed loaded flat car back on to the rail the ee felt pain in back. the ee worked the remainder of the shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5567,moving steel into rack and pinched finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5568,"member was installing a fire valve with a sledge hammer, the hammer slipped and struck his left thumb causing a laceration and a fracture to the tip of his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5569,employee was replacing an electric motor on the head pulley of the conveyor that feeds the north screen in portable crusher #2. when the employee was placing the motor into position. the motor slipped and pinched and cut his right hand palm between the electric motor shaft and the gear box. employee received eight (8) stitches in his right hand palm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5570,"roof mesh standing up against rib started to fall over, the employee allegedly tryed to stop the mesh from falling by putting his shoulder up against it. we do not believe this to be a work related injury , and is under investigation by rock wood casualty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5571,north american drillers employee's left eye was irritated by dry cement dust (airbone) that got behind his safety glasses during a cementing operation. the medical provider's instructions were to use antibiotic eyedrops as needed. he was able to return to work on his next shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5572,"employee was hanging a cable while standing on top of a scoop. when he stepped off the scoop, he jammed up his right leg & hip. complained of pain in his right leg, hip & back. pinched nerve in right hip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5573,"while manually pulling longwall shields, the employee was sprayed in the face and right eye with emulsion fluid. the employee had on the appropriate ppe and was properly trained in this job function. the employee has a good positive attitude and was not violating any rules, regulations or policies. the accident happen when an unexpected leak occurred. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5574,ee was complaining of chest pains with shortness of breath.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5575,"while the employee was moving a 3 inch sump line, on one end of the line was a rope, that the employees used to assist with moving the line across the tank. the line fell, causing the rope that the employee was holding on to pull and jerk on the employees shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5576,the injured employee was cleaning around the raw material conveyor belt using a shovel when he extended to far and struck his left wrist against the conveyor frame causing a fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5577,ee stated that he was lifting tounge on rock duster trailer to hook up to hitch on gold cart when he felt pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5578,"while helping to change screen panels, felt something pull/strain in the lower right groin area. since then, a bulge in the lower right groin area has appeared. went to doctor on 12/18/13 and was diagnosed as a femoral hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5579,he was in sand tank plant. was not running. repairing a vlave and backed left leg into sharp pointed piece of metal which broke off into his leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5580,victim was loading bolting supplies on roof-bolter he turned his body while holding 5 roof bolts and hurt his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5581,miner was cutting shrink wrap off new mlc (mine load center). he was cutting with his right hand and pulling the wrap with his left. while performing this task he lacerated his left thumb resulting in six sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5582,"working to connect piping in mine, ee used ee's shoulder to support the pipe while lowering the pipe hanger. felt a pop in ee's right shoulder. reported on 9/11/16, taken to be evaluated and given a full release on 9/13/16. 9/15/16, the employee requested an mri and was given a second full release. 10/6/16 the employee was seen by the company doctor and placed on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5583,"removing ripper blade from d-8 cat, fingers caught between 2 pieces of metal. over 300 lbs. ring finger broke and tendon split; baby finger split open from knuckle to second joint.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5584,"employee was cleaning chopper. he was holding up the table to clean underneath and the table slipped smashing his left hand. his middle finger and ring finger tips were severed. upon hospitalization, the middle finger was re-attached.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5585,"while cutting on a plastic bucket with a razor knife, the knife slipped and cut the left thumb of the employee. stitches were required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5586,"ee was putting rails on the bucketwheel conveyor system. he was holding a pin with one hand & hitting it with the other. the hand holding the pin slipped down as he was swinging, the pin turne d and he hit his finger cutting it. 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5587,"inspector was attempting to climb the ladder to mount the tr 70 terex haul truck when he injured his knee. he had his left knee on the ladder and pushed himself up with the right when he heard a ""pop"" and felt pain in his right knee. he finished out the inspection and went to the dr the next day and was diagnosed with a pulled muscle and put on light duty for a week.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5588,"(late report by ee. treated with ibuprofin until 06/13/2005--when he sought medical treatment. saw doctor on june 17th.) slipped off haul truck while descending, causing a shoulder strain--i.e., missed a step and tried to catch himself with his arms. ee had surgery to repair torn rotator cuff on 9/13/05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5589,"unrolling miner cable off spool onto flatcar when his thumb got caught between spool & fork- lift fork, mashing thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5590,equipment greaser was greasing haul truck when ee attempted to align the grease hose from the grease gun into the grease receptacle. grease was injected into skin when ee activated the grease gun.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5591,"employee manually rolled a valve over for blasting. shortly after completing this task, he felt a pain in his lower back on the right side.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5592,loading straps and got cut on piece of metal that was on the straps.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5593,employee was lifting rebar and suffered an inguinal hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5594,after grinding on a piece of metal the employee noticed something in his eye. the employee was wearing the appropriate ppe and apparently received the metal contamination after wiping his brow following the work being completed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -5595,"pinning a surge bin to the loader bucket. moved bucket to get pin in hole and tongue of surge bin came forward and pinned left foot against loader bucket, breaking two bones in foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5596,employee was shoveling coal back on the belt. the belt shut off for about 4 minutes ee was shoveling the belt when it started back & the shovel spun around and hit ee in the month & chin with the handle this cut ee's chin & it required stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5597,ee was picking up metal plate from the ground to throw in the back of a pick-up. ee estimated metal plate weighed about 150-200lbs. ee rested a bit before calling ee's father to take ee to the er. the er stated right erector muscle strain and to take ibuprofen follow up with occupational health on 4/5/2016. cleared to return to work on 4/6/2016 with no restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5598,"employee was taking plow bolts out of cutting edge on a loader. ee was holding up on plow bolt with ee's hand and had an air impact on the nut. when ee spun the nut, the head of the bolt came down slightly and spun, causing a laceration to ee's left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5599,"he was assisting miner shotcreting an intersection, and machine blew back dry shot crete and injured received dry shot crete in both eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5600,"ee was installing a cable tray, when cement dust, which contains lime, went down his collar onto his neck. resulting in 2nd degree burns.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5601,ee was loading supplies on bolter. bolter operator backed over his foot. (ee stated operator asked if he was clear and he thought he was.),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5602,"employee states he was trying ot open valve with 24"" pipe wrench and pinced left index finger between pipe wrench and pry bar.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5603,employee reported that he was sweeping a sample box through product coming off conveyor belt to collect aggregate material when he felt a sharp pain in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5604,using pipe wrench while doing maintenance on equipment,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5605,trying to remove a tub liner from the impactor and hit left thumb with a 4 lb hammer. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5606,injured was lifting and rocking a boat out into the water and felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5607,"employee was helping change tires on loader. he was moving the jack stand and pin fell out of the stand, pinching the pointer finger of his left hand. pin smashed finger tip, requiring 6 stitc hes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5608,"the employee was in the process of roof bolting a heading. after finishing a row of bolts, he went to the rear of the roof boltering machine to get a piece of hog panel. he bent over to pick up the sheet of hog panel, and felt a pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5609,employee was slewing an off-track supply car over the rail. he pinched his left ring finger between the come-a-long and jack. he fractured the tip of his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5610,employee was attempting to close the ears on a hose camlock with a 5 lb. steel hammer when ee struck right thumb with the hammer causing the injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5611,"employee was lifting dust collector cage when the cage became hung on something. as employee freed cage, the impact snatched his lumbar area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5612,"ee dumping the trash hopper from color mix floor. after dumping hopper, he was in the process of latching it back in place. hopper will not latch without help. he was trying to latch the hopper back in place & missed on the first try. hopper came back up & smashed his finger between hopper and the mast of forklift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5613,installing reeving ropes on dragline drag drum. reeving rope secured to pro-locks on drum and was being lowered by crane from above via nylon rigging. pace of drum rotation became greater that pace limit of crane causing nylon rigging to break and reeving rope to fall awkwardly below striking employee at right shoulder and left ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5614,was putting oil in backhoe when hood fell and hit him on back of head pushing his face into motor - broke nose.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5615,employee's tooth was broken after the derrick hoist control box struck him in the mouth while he was pulling on it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5616,equipment operator was using a pry bar to clear jam at crusher when bar slipped and they smashed finger requiring 14 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5617,"ee was working on packer and as he twisted and lifted, his muscles tightened causing lower back pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5618,"he was moving rock by hand that was 10"" x 14"" in size when one moved and smashed his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5619,employee was fitting together pieces of a receiving trough and pulled muscle in chest area. note: employee did not seek medical treatment until 01/27/2012 and did not advise our company until 01/30/2012.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5620,"at the end of the shift ee noticed a rash on his arms which continued to spread over his upper torso. after investigating, he discovered that the ventilation tubing did not have the normal glazing on it. therefore, he was having a reaction to the fiberglass fibers that were getting into his clothing causing contact dermatitis. final diagnosis confirmed 11/10/04.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5621,"employee was cutting conveyor belt with razor knife. the employee was cutting the belt perpendicular to himself and as the employee was cutting the belt, the knife slipped while applying pressure. puncturing his lower right thigh. resulting in 8 stitches to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5622,an employee was using a porta team jack to put a gear box on the shaft of the raw coal seizer. the jack kicked out and struck he employee in the mouth and side of face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5623,was pulling on a dragline cable and pulled a muscle on right side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5624,"opening feed lukie on 3-8 flash tank. ee was opening the feed lukie on 3-8 flash tank using a ""nut runner"" and two multipliers. ee states that when he actuated the nut runner the scaffold he was standing on shifted slightly. the shift caused the nut runner to move where he had it braced with his leg and allowed it to pull on his right shoulder. shoulder strain",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5625,"as employee reached for the handle on the canopy of ee's shuttle car to exit the car, ee felt a pain in ee's right shoulder. employee stated ee pulled self up by the handle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5626,"allegedly, while climbing out of the undergrate compartment of the clinker cooler, employee pulled a muscle in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5627,using a hooked rod to lift a large rock from a chute. pulled a muscle in his back resulting in a back strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5628,"ee was using a vice to hammer a u joint, struck thumb which required x-rays and two sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5629,ee noted discomfort in his right eye after the end of his shift. he reported the discomfort to his supervisor on 8-27-03 and was sent to the clinic. he spent the day installing tail guards and claimed he was wearing safety glasses at all times. it was not noticeably windy.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5630,8/11/04 ee was taking pressure off the waterline at the end of the line. ee stated that the pressure hose slipped out of his hand & hit him behind the left ear. we were not notified of this accident until 8/20/04.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5631,"employee let roof bolter boom down, boom hit piece of drill steel laying in tray, tray flipped up and hit left shoulder and neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5632,"while removing a 90 pound brake from shuttle car, employee's hand was hit and received lacerations.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5633,the block saw bound up and the feed crank pulled employee's arm causing shoulder pain. he is finding it painful to move his right arm. he was diagnosed with a bone spur in his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5634,employee was lifting stone off conveyor belt. he had his hands on the front of the stone instead of the sides. another stone came down the belt and hit the ee's hand finger laceration-light duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5635,employee was lifting a box of resin cartridges onto a shelf about 40 inches from the sill felt a sharp pain in back. was taken to hospital and placed on modified duty until the results of an mri are reviewed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5636,employee was using nail gun to nail boxes together. nail went through wood and punctured employee's right ring finger. splint required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5637,ee was reaching down underneath belt to lift roller out of hanger and while pulling on roller it did not move but shoulder was pulled. he has been treating with a physician but has continued to work per doctor's instructions. doctor decided to do surgery on 5/1/2007 to repair a torn rotator cuff.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5638,ee was installing roof bolts when he twisted lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5639,"employee was moving some bearing fixtures when the fixture kicked up and hit his left forearm, lacerating the left forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5640,employee was cleaning mucker when his hand got wedged between airline and motor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5641,"employee was moving a portable welding unit when right hand was placed between trailer tongue and elevator platform-contusion to right hand, index finger",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5642,employees had rigged up four (4) liners with separate rigging to hoist out of the hopper. one of the liners came taut with the crane earlier than the others which rotated the liner that hit the employee's ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5643,employee was using a pry bar to lift a cylinder of abco conveyor to stop it from leaking. the pry bar slipped off the cylinder and hit him. it caused a cut in front of right ear.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5644,"putting bolt in drill, caught hand on bolt.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5645,"employee was attempting to move a wet brake, when he felt pain in left side of his neck. hospital diagnosis with possible shingles. later diagnosis with muscle stain, possible tear, on july 30th.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5646,"ee stated he was attempting to close airlock doors leading to 1st right section. as he was closing right door and holding it to prevent slamming, left door closed unexpectedly, pinning left arm between doors. x-rays negative. follow up visit with different dr on 3/18/08. 2nd x-rays negative also, but was prescribed therapy, but is clear to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5647,employee was helping load pinner pot on the personnel carrier to take underground. when he and another employee lifted the pinner pot he felt pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5648,caught finger between pipe on crane and standard on cog truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5649,employee wa lifting 50 to 60 lb slabs of split sandstone onto a pallet when he sustained a sharp pain to lower right abdomen. physician diagnosis: abdominal strain/sprain. employee will be off work for an undetermined period of time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5650,"ee was tramming continuous miner, the conveyor boom struck the vent tubing, causing a rock to fall through the roof screen, striking the ee's hand & resulting in a laceration",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5651,employees were cutting and welding patches on sewage treatment plant.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -5652,"employee was using a pocket knife to cut a zip tie. when the employee cut through the zip tie, employee cut into left forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5653,ee was shoveling rock for approx 15-20 min then he set shovel down and walked down to supervisor and stated that his shoulder was hurting and his supervisor sent him to the hospital. according to dr's findings ee had stated he had a shoulder that dislocated before he started work @ bear river zedlite,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5654,"ie was building the take up for hg3 drive and when ie went to set the rails for the take up, the rails slid on the bobcat smashing ie's thumb. ie received sutures. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5655,re-palletizing stone pinched right index finger when stone moved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5656,"ee was at a martin marietta (customer) job site and was using a customer provided 1"" drive impact wrench to loosen/tighten bolts while changing out blow bars on a crusher. protruding pin from impact wrench extension caught ee's glove & twisted ee's r hand, bending thumb way back. ee sustained strain to hand, causing soft tissue/ligament damage/swelling. mri ordered.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -5657,"ie and another ee (transco nw welders) were removing a channel frame from the crusher frame. ie cut the cross brace 99% & other ee held the other side. when ee pushed the opposite side while ie pulled ie's side free, the cross brace came free & ee lost ee's grip. the brace rotated 180 degrees and the bottom corner struck ie on the right side of nose. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5658,"employee was breaking block to place in brattice using hammer in right hand, mis-struck block hitting left index finger with hammer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5659,"installing flexco splice, ee got his left finger on top of rivit plunger, when another ee hit it with a hammer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5660,"ee was installing a packing in wbc matrix pump. ee was turning shaft to tighten impeller against the packing sleeve, using a 48"" pipe wrench to turn impeller shaft. shaft became difficult to turn but was not fully seated against packing. when ee pulled with force, ee felt pain in right elbow. ee was sent to company care and will be out of work, follow up appointment scheduled.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5661,"employee was assigned to clean under ball mill feeders shoveling material. the employee reported they noticed soreness to the left leg upon completing the task but did not remember any moment where they were injured. the employee continued with their scheduled days off. upon returning on 3/1/2022, the employee reported the incident to their supervisor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -5662,"ee accident/diagnosis as muscle strain on 7-15-05. 12-27-05 ee noticed lump in area of strain and sought medical opinion 2 dr . 1 st did not, but 2nd did diagnose it as a hernia on 1-3-06. he returned to work that afternoon and hernia surgery was scheduled for friday 1-6-06.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5663,"grinding and chipping slag, he noticed two hours later his eye was itching. he was repairing a bucket on a 345b track hoe. doctor prescribed medication for eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5664,worker was using a razor knife to cut a piece of conveyor belt. worker lost control of tool and inflicted a 5cm cut to his left forarm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5665,"a mechanic was replacing a ""t"" section of pipe, which to align was suspended from two points. one of the points was a section of 3"" x 3"" x 3/8"" angle iron supported by structural i-beams. while maneuvering the horizontal pipe, the section of angle iron shifted from between the i-beams allowing the angle iron to fall and strike the mechanic on the hand. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5666,"employee was pushing bolt in hole, bolt slid and plate struck employee on rt. hand- employee was taken to e.r. for exam and post accident drug test.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5667,"employee was cutting bolts off a material shaker with a torch, when a small piece of metal went in his left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5668,a fully trained miner was changing a bottom roller when it fell and struck them in the foot. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5669,injured was starting up 6 feeder in 4 baghouse. the feeder started up and the drive started jumping flinging grease which landed on hard hat and glasses. some of the grease entered left eye. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5670,employee was stripping cable with a razor knife when the knife slipped and cut his thumb. employee received three (3) stitches. medical treatment injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5671,he was using a rock drill to bolt down the 7th east head roller steel. he had his left hand on top of the steel and the drill fell over and hit him on the left finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5672,"rib rolled off, hitting employee on neck and right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -5673,victim was dropping cables for a power move when cable struck him on right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5674,cutting insulation off cable when knife slipped and cut left forearm. required staples to close wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5675,"while blowing bridged lime from a chute, the employee got lime in his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5676,"while tightening traverse cable on dc-505 material fell from roof and lodged in my eye. tried flushing out, but had problems after work with irritution. went to eye dr on 6-19-03.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5677,"ee was helping change a motor using a chain rachet to lift the motor. the motor shifted and fell striking slater on the hand. this time he was told to remain off work until nov. 2, 2001. he returned, however, on oct. 15. he missed four days of work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5678,ee was cutting a piece of conveyor belting with a jack knife and knife slipped and he cut the back side of his left hand requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5679,"ee stated that while setting a new bearing housing assembly into place on the concrete sand screw, the housing slipped/fell 3-4 inches crushing finger between housing and angle iron framework on rear of concrete sand screw resulting in a laceration. ee was wearing leather work gloves at time of incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5680,injured was operating miner when piece of rock fell from top cutting hand (12 stitches).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5681,"employee was shoveling around a crusher feed belt, which was feed by another belt. he noticed some material had built up in the rock box and was spilling over onto the ground. as he attempted to clear the material with a shovel, he placed his hand on the rock box and was struck on the left hand index finger tip by a rock.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5682,"miner lacerated right hand index finger through leather gloves while cutting grease hose with an open blade cutter. miner was wearing normal ppe and leather gloves. factors contributing to the incident include use of an open blade cutter, an inadequate glove for the cutting technique used and placement of the finger in the path of the cutter.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5683,"employee was attempting to unjam surge bin by hand and a large rock fell from top of rib, caughtee's left little finger crushing it. ee was wearing leather gloves at time of accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5684,hose fitting became liberated striking employee in mouth fracturing tooth,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5685,ee was struck on top of the right foot while in the process of installing a straight bottom roller in a high area. the employees were using chain hoists to lift the roller into place when the chain slipped off allowing the roller to fall.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5686,employee was using a water blaster in the k2 tower and felt pain in both hands and wrists from the repetitive motion of pulling the trigger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5687,the ie was helping change rollers on the no. 2 refuse belt. the ie was struck in left knee when a new roller was thrown under the belt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5688,"while moving a piece of a sulfur ball from on top of a 4"" waterline the rock, 24 x 16 x 4, moved much faster than expected pinching his left little fingertip against the roof. the pinch resulted in a laceration to the pad of the fingertip that required sutures to close. he was released to unrestricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5689,employee was laying on the grating outside of the chute and reaching into the chute for conveyor #6 belt assisting co-worker. employee used his left arm on the scraper mount to support and stabalize himself while he lifted the scarper blade with his right arm. while he was doing this he felt a pain in his left forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5690,"employee was cleaning a small ditch out with a long handle shovel. the ditch had already been dug with a small back hoe. ee placed hand between the end of the shovel handle and ee's leg to gain leverage. when ee applied leverage with ee's leg, ee felt pain in the right hand in the area of the pinky finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5691,employee was bending over to mark base frame for elevation data when metal shaving flew into employee's right eye causing an abrasion of right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5692,employee was welding in the drum of a dragline. he just completed his job picked up his tools and was walking out of the dragline to go to lunch . he was wearing his safety glasses with side shields. as he stepped out into the light he felt something in his eye. he was taken to the eye doctor where a small piece of metal and a rust ring was removed from his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5693,"ee raised the battery lid on a 582 scoop in e-8 longwall section to check the batteries. as he turned to reach for the hydrometer in a pouch on his left hip, the battery lid fell catching his right 5th finger & 4th finger between the battery lid and frame. ee was wearing gloves. injured received 7 stitches and a fractured little finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5694,was exiting a scoop. he used his arms to pull himself out of operator's compartment. while pulling himself up he felt a pain in his shoulder. he continued to work until 3/27/01 when he went of f work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5695,"while utilizing overhead shop crane to assist hoisting of cutting edges of a blade, the lifting strap became tight, the weld on the nut failed and the strap recoiled under tension and the hardware struck the palm of his left hand which was holding the strap. mechanic received a laceration to palm of left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5696,employee was reaching across a bundle of bolts and cut his right arm on a previously cut band causing a laceration which required sutures to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5697,employee was carrying 2 full 5 gallon oil cans and experienced sharp pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5698,ee was loading pin plates onto his roof bolting machine when he pulled something in his left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5699,"was putting strap under bolt, put two foot bolter wrench on to bolt, wrench came off bolt and struck ee above left eye resulting in four stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5700,ee injured upper middle back while leveling a conveyor stand. reporting due to prescription given to ee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5701,was down on ground next to spoil pile looking over a pile of galvanized pipe when he saw a rock come rolling off the spoil pile. he got out of the way of the rock but the rock hit the pipe and the pipe hit him in the knee and leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5702,on #9 bottom ee was unloading shearer tow bar from battery cart into sleeper. ee heard and felt a pop in his lt elbow. ee was in discomfort and could not extend his arm at this time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5703,"standing on beams pulling pins, when beams jammed together pushing a pin up striking him in side of left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5704,"while working on a power shovel, a piece of metal flew behind his safety glasses and scratched his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5705,employees left middle and ring fingers were pinched in between a suspended load and stationary structure as the load was being guided into place. dislodged fingernails on both fingers and fracture tip of left ring finger. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5706,the injured said he was pulling ont he miner cable when his back started hurting. he said he heard something pop in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5707,"while crawling into a screening plant, a piece of rust fell off the screen into his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5708,employee was welding and moving a piece of machinery when it rolled onto his right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -5709,employees were in close proximity when one was working with a hook knife. one employee failed to stay out of the way. one employee failed to make sure the other was clear when cutting with the knife. employees were trained on safe use of knife but failed to understand that even with safe design the knife could still cause injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5710,employee was in the process of splicing a belt together when a piece of metal broke loose as he hit the splice pin with a hammer lodging in his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5711,"stone flew out of crusher, hit a door jam, then hit ee on lip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5712,"ee was unhooking a cable from a coal truck that was stuck, the cable was twisted and when it was released, it came back and hit ee in the upper part of his left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5713,employee was picking up belt structure by hand and felt a pain in lower back. he also felt pain in back from almost falling. he went for initial treatment on 5/5/14 and put him on restrictions that we could accommodate. went back to doctor on 5/6/14 since he could not put on his boots because of pain and the doctor took him off work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5714,employee was loading rock dust onto a scoop when he experienced a hernia of the groin that required surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5715,injured employee was in the process of connecting a finishing steel to a starter steel while roof bolting when a fellow employee at the center of the roof bolting machine attempted to reposition the head. this caused the drill steels to move suddenly and strike the injured emplyee's right hand resulting in a bruise.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5716,demolition of reinforced concrete wall. ee in boom lift to reach and torch cut hanging rebar and concrete. hand was fractured when it was pinned after rebar was torched and swung back into the basket striking hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5717,"employee stated that he was picking up a five gallon bucket of oil. the bucket was frozen to the ground. he pryed it loose, picked it up and twisted as he put it in the pickup. he felt pain in his lower back area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5718,the ee stated he was helping make a belt splice on the pony belt of 2 east mains when the chain broke that was holding the shieve block pulling the belt back together and the rope struck his r ight thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5719,"employee was unloading steel waterline from a diesel scoop and picked up one end and put it on his shoulder and started to drag it off. the other employee did not get the other end and the other end fell to the ground, causing the first employee to injure his shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5720,ee was holding a steel mat with his forearm against the rib while his co-worker collared a hole through the mat. as the hole was being collared the mat slipped cutting his arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5721,"employee was attempting to remove a piece of belting from underneath a belt tail roller with a set of come-a-longs. as ee tightened the come-a-long, the belt dog slipped. the sudden release of tension caused right arm to move suddenly. ee reports feeling a ""pull"" in the shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5722,"employee was in the shop on the surface bending a piece of metal in the bending press. while bending a piece of metal, the metal broke and struck right index finger resulting in a laceration in the bend of the finger. employee received five stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5723,"setting miner bits with a hammer a piece of metal came off hammer striking left glove and continued through to left hand lacerating and embedding into skin. ppe was not a factor, rules/regs was not a factor, mining equipment/systems was not a factor, miner knowledge was a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5724,"the employee was struck on tip on nose by pin wrench (24'). he continued to work and missed the 11th (family health care assoc). ""as requested by msha, the following information is being submitted by brody mining, llc as a result of a part 50 audit for ppov"".",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5725,tightening bolt on variable implement pump on northshore mining - babbits #228 992g loader. bolt in difficult access location so a short wrench was used. ee was pulling on wrench with all he had and felt a a muscle tore in his navel area. went to emergency room and was diagnosed with a umbilical hernia (belly button). employee may/will need surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5726,employee was in the man basket hanging 480 cable on roof bolts. he started to feel sore during the day. that night the pain got worse and the next day he went to a doctor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5727,steel shard punctured right calf while wedge was struck by hammer,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5728,employee was stacking 50 lb. bags and felt pain in ee's right shoulder. ee later reported it to ee's supervisor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5729,"while installing a rib bolt, the wrench broke and hit operator over the right eyebrow causing a laceration requiring 8 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5730,team member was cutting approx. 8 inches off a 4 foot piece of 8 inch pipe. the balance of the 4 foot piece fell from the pipe stand and landed on the team member's right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5731,"ee was clearing rocks from a plate that had fallen onto the crusher. as they removed a rock to clear the shackle hole, a 8"" rock rolled down from the pile and struck the ee on the right ring finger. this caused a fracture to the tip of the ring finger. ee was seen and released to full duty at the er. ee was given a splint. no other treatment was ordered.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -5732,employee was using oxygen and acetylene torch doing repairs. the acetylene hose was leaking and ignited in side of his welding glove and burn his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -5733,"while hard surfacing cutter teeth, a spark or piece of molten metal went up his pant leg and burned his leg hair.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -5734,while taking down a kennedy metal stopping it slipped and cut ee's finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5735,employee was picking up wheel chocks and felt a pop in the left shoulder. employee has been receiving treatment for the past year while working full duty. surgery was approved with wc and employee become a lti on 6/2/2017.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5736,the contractor was building a brattice on unit #3. the average mine height on this section is 9 foot. as ee was stepping down off a ladder and inadvertently pulled one of the hollow cinder blocks down and it struck ee on top off left foot. x-rays revealed that ee had (4) fractured metatarsals in left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5737,injured was using an air lance to help flow of type ii cement in chute. material dropped from chute instantaneously splashing onto injured's face. f.b.'s both eyes; corneal scratches. rx issued.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5738,"removing rock from drag chain, employee hurt lower part of back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5739,ee was pulling 10/3 cable at # 8 belt. the cable hung up on something. ee jerked the cable it came loose and knocked his safety glasses and hat off. the cable also hit his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5740,"ee changed out a grinder disk on a handheld air grinder. he set it down on a table and the disk came off, striking his left hand and cutting it. he was taken to a local er, where he received 4 stitches to the laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5741,"reportable only due to sutures - employee was installing bit inserts using porta power and chisel, porta power pushed chisel out striking left hand causing small laceration requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5742,"employee went to cross over a belt that was off to help with moving monorail, he was pulling himself up on the belt when he started to raise up he felt a pull and strain to his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5743,ee picked up a 4 inch x 6 inch timber approx. 4 ft long to load into work basket to send in slope dwhen he said he had pulled something in his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5744,"employee was splicing #5 belt, when ee went to cut the belt knife slipped and cut right leg just inside of right knee causing a laceration. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5745,"a cover door on an ad-30 was lifted to access the transmission as the employee leant down to inspect the area. the door fell down crushing both hands, breaking right thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5746,"ee claims his finger was lacerated when he attempted to dislodge a titanium blank that got caught on the side of the bolster. he grabbed the blank hanger bar and tried moving it. when the blan k dislodge, it caught employee's left index finger between the blank and the bolster.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5747,"medical treatment, employee--truck was on the lift in the shop; employee turned around and walked into the tire.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5748,"employee was loading and unloading roof bolts from the bed of a pick-up truck, he then went to pick up a wheel block from behind the tire and felt a strain to his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5749,area around the c33 stacker was muddy & ee was walking to & from the compound putting tools away got foot stuck in mud & pulled it free & sprained his right ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5750,"while torqueing lug nuts, the right middle finger was pinched between the tool and wheel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5751,"employee was closing the guard on the breaker box of a scoop, caught finger between guard and lid cutting middle finger, requiring 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5752,ee was using pressure water hose to wash out the sand screws. when the water pump was turned on the hose jerked causing the ee to fall. ee struck his left arm on the plant causing a laceration just above the elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -5753,brushing metal grindings & shavings off work bench and a piece of metal flicked and got in his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5754,"employee's partner, while using the woma spray gun, lost control of it when spraying and gun flew out of his hand striking employee on left elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5755,"while working on thermo couple on #1 cooler, lime dust entered employee's eyes. eyes were flushed having 1 piece of dust having to be removed by physician.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5756,ee was working in water hole where mix had been spilled. ee got his feet and legs wet causing burns.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5757,carrying door to the 4th floor accident happen half way into 5th floor mid point of 4th & 5th there was a beam that was low & while door was being lifted up left thumb was hit by beam & doo r,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5758,ee was stripping was off floors. she was using a wide blade putty knife to remove excess wax by baseboards. her hand slipped and came down on dull side of putty knife and she lacerated middle finger of left hand. required 5 stitches to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5759,employee was tightening a drill chuck with pipe wrench. wrench slipped causing a laceraton to his right arm. 2 cm laceration required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5760,"employee was trying to break loose a fitting on a rotation hose with two pair of channel locks. when the fitting broke loose, he hit his right little finger on the boom resulting in a fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5761,employee was dismantling a platform assembly when one member of the assembly fell and struck ee's leg. the injured employee was treated and taken to a local hospital. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5762,"a summer student was using a utility knife to cut vinyl siding from a wall. he was standing with the utility knife in his right hand. and his left hand and forearm resting against the side of the wall. while applying downward pressure on the knife, it came out of the cut and the employee then jabbed himself in the left forearm, sustaining a laceration which required 3 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5763,ee felt pain in upper left arm and shoulder area when lifting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5764,ee was moving a small man door side to side in an attempt to remove the pins when felt a pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5765,"ee was cleaning up in women's bathroom and drop ped an item. when she attempted to catch them, she jammed middle finger left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5766,"employee had changed motor in tunnel under warehouses. removing 4 wheel motor dolly from manhole. a 3"" x 2"" x 14"" chunk of concrete fell from man hole and struck lower lip. this injury require d 1 stitch to close. no loss of time. no restricted work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5767,"employee was shutting the door to the screen box on the cedar rapids after changing screens. he was pulling the door shut as co-worker was pushing the door for the other side, the door stopped, and pulled his left arm back causing pain to the left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5768,ee was roof bolting - a drill steel stuck in the drill hole. as he pulled it out with his hands. he pinched his little finger between the drill steel end and the bolt machine drill head result ing in a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5769,"""i lifted a rock and pulled a muscle in my left knee. it felt like a cramp. i thought it would work itself out but instead the pain began to travel up into my back as the day ended. when the injury incurred, i told 2 co-workers. on july 28, 2008 i saw doctor. he checked for inflamed muscle and took me off work.""",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5770,removing rods from #6 rodmill. slings are attached to each end of rod for manual hoisting. ee failed to use sling provided. picked rod up by hand lost grip on rod pinching left middle finger between two rods. rod's weight approx. 380 lbs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5771,employee was bending at the waist painting 2ft. x 2 ft. landscaping rocks with a six inch paint brush. when the employee felt a pulling and sharp pain the upper middle of back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5772,"while working on the vibrating screen ee was removing an upper support tube, it fell against his calf causing a laceration. he received sutures and was taken off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5773,"employee was cutting a piece of rubber for a belt repair. while he was cutting, the knife slipped and punctured his glove. the knife lacerated his left index finger. sutures were required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5774,employee was in precipitation standing on a platform at tank -52. removing a 90 degree steam injecting piping. when they removed the last (2) bolts they felt caustic liquid enter their left glove resulting in a burns to the fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5775,injured was attempting to lift part of a broken tree from across the top surface of his d-11 bulldozer blade when he dislocated his left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5776,member was tightening up a face ventilation curtain when hand slipped off of curtain and struck a roof pan lacerating members finger requiring 9 sutures,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5777,"employee was packing crib blocks and half headers 5 breaks due to a downed scoop. near the end of the shift, his back started hurting. when he awoke the next morning, he was having muscle spas ms in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5778,the employee decided to use a different piece of equipment to do the task other than what had been discussed with the supervisor. the equipment he chose wasn't capable of supporting the load he was handling.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5779,"injured employee put hand in air operated valve to clean out materials. had valve in local control, but not locked out. valve closed on left wrist causing possible nerve injury. employee recieved disciplinary action for not locking out system prior to working on it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5780,employee was standing on a step stool leaning over a hydraulic hose pushing up on a drive shaft of a machine to install a lifting strap around the drive shaft.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5781,employee was operating an impact air wrench in an overhead position. the injury was reported to his supervisor on 6-27-08 where upon he was taken to the hospital for evaluation. employee was diagnosed as having pinched nerve in left hand. employee was told to wear a provided wrist brace for 5 days and to return to work the next scheduled shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5782,"while adding vent bag dust blew into face and eyes, irritating right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5783,"ee was replacing impeller bars in crusher. while exiting crusher, the wedge locking the rotor in place came loose. the rotor appears to have been out of balance due to a missing set of impeller bars. the unbalanced rotor begun to spin & the ee's boot caught between the wall & the rotor pulling him downward. ee suffered left leg lacerations & two crushed toes on right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -5784,ee was installing 12'long roof bolts. he bent the bolt and was going to lower the head when he hit the wrong lever causing the head to spin the bent bolt struck his right wrist. xrayed broken above wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5785,"employee was installing an eleven inch diameter rotary seal valve. while pushing on the valve to position it into place, employee felt a pop and pull in his right ankle. employee was seen by a physician and diagnosed with a ruptured achilles tendon.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5786,"while grinding on the aluminum dump bed of a bin truck, a metal particle got into the employee's right eye. he was wearing all required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses and a face shield and the hand grinder was guarded.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5787,"ee had gone to face area to service face equip as part of idle shift on unit #4. it appears from acc.site that ee was moving continuous miner from face of #3 entry outby about 1 & 1/2 crosscuts to service it. a coworker said ee had been alone for about 5 min, when coworker found ee pinched between tail of miner & coal rib about 15 ft outby intersection for crosscut #29, entry #3.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5788,ee was operating roof bolter when he got his right ring finger caught between a 2 piece steel resulting in a laceration,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5789,"employee & supervisor were attempting to remove nipple of water valve on water truck. employee using a pipe wrench on nipple while supervisor was heating 3"" 90% cast iron pipe elbow. the wrench slipped and employee fell backwards while twisting to break fall. twisting of left lower leg resulting in fracture. the ground was level with no slip/trip/fall hazards present.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -5790,"ee was attempting to remove a d7 undercarriage roller. ee was striking the flange of the roller with a 15lb. sledgehammer when a fragment of the roller flange broke off. the piece of metal struck ee in the left thigh resulting in a 1"" laceration in the thigh.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5791,ee was clearing a blockage of material int he clinker cooler using a metal pry bar. the load ont he end of the bar shifted causing the bar to rotate and fall. the ee's finger was mashed betwee n the steel bar and the door opening into the clinker cooler.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5792,while assisting the mechanics with a dozer engine the cross member slipped and fell on right hand breaking the ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5793,"ee was loading plates onto the r/b machine, during this process ee states felt a sharp pain in the center of abdomen. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5794,driver of the 525ht backed into the right side of the shovel to get loaded. the shovel operator honked for the driver to stop. the haul truck operator felt what they believe to be the dipper door drop open and hit the haul truck bed followed by the material being dropped into the bed. this caused a rough load to the driver of the haul truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -5795,"ee was sliding a belt starter box onto a flat car, when his left middle finger got caught between the start box and the flat car. he was taken to a local e.r. where he received stitches to his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5796,"employee was going through the first set of double doors at the tailgate when the second set was opened, causing the first set to slam shut, pinning his elbow and shoulder between the doors.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -5797,"vacuuming up cement with hose off vac. trk. cement got into his boots and under his socks, creating burns. he didn't notice the burns until he was home in the evening, though he felt some irritation during the day. he did not report incident until 6/1/05 and at such time we sent him for medical treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5798,"employee was using a knife. cutting towards self, cut hand requiring sutures to repair the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5799,"an employee was working to descale a sulphur ring at the feed end of the kiln, he then discharged an air cannon that was missing an air line causing dust to enter the hood of his silver suit irritating his eye and obscuring his vision. the employee then proceeded to head to the service building and stepped into a pile of hot raw meal causing 2nd and 2rd degree burns to his legs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -5800,employee was welding a guard in the welding booth in the maintenance shop. he stopped welding and lifted his hood to observe his work. the weld popped and a piece of slag went behind his safet y glasses and into his left eye. he received prescription medication for his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5801,miner was working on a crusher in the coal yard. miner came to the mine office and cleaned up. during the process of washing ee's face something got in ee's right eye,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5802,two employees were welding in close quarters and one employee suffered from flash burns to his eyes,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -5803,"on 2/23/2015 an employee stated that the dipper of the 41 shovel struck the headboard of his truck. reported on 2/24/2015. on 2/24/2015, the employee stated he was rough loaded at the 40 shovel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -5804,ee was making a splice when the knife slipped cutting his l. thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5805,"injured and another ee were removing the main hyd cylinder on a front end loader. ee was tapping a pin out w/handle end of sledge hammer, with his right hand cupped around the head of the hammer. the pin came out, cylinder dropped on ee's fingers, pinching between head of hammer and part of the machine. ee's right middle finger was pinched clean off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5806,while installing pins in loader teeth a piece of metal from the pin struck employee in groin area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5807,"employee was climbing onto the water truck when his foot slipped. as he caught himself from falling, he felt a pull in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5808,was using a regular carpenters hammer hit thumb received medical attention at clinic was on restricted duty for 2 days returned to full duty on next normal working day,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5809,employee was cutting a hole in a belt dribble chute when something got in the corner of left eye. ee was prescribed prescription eye drops.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5810,"ee strained right shoulder, neck & back while changing belt 12 gearbox.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5811,"employee was working on a duct chute patching holes. he placed his pinch bar up next to a diverter gate. after work was completed, he grabbed the pinch bar, when he did this the gate slammed shut pinching his finger between the bar & the duct. they were not working on the gate, he just set his tool next to the gate.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5812,outside/swinging a sledge hammer to drive a pulley shaft back into bearing housing #3 feed weight displaced on left leg/heard and felt knee snap/immediate pain tight enclosed area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -5813,"employee was lifting a 4"" thick slab of sandstone off the top of a large block from which it was split off of, when his feet slipped from under him. the 4"" slab fell back onto the block crushing his left index finger between the 4"" slab and the block.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5814,ee got debris in his right eye while helping repair a dozer. at that time he went to the emergency room. his eye was cleaned out & he was given a prescription for tobradex.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5815,employee was replacing bolts to secure a handrail when he got a piece of lime scale or dust in his eye. right eye scratched.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5816,employee pinched finger when adjusting a cable roller.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5817,cleaning up completed work area. conveyor belt clamp standing on end slid down handrail and struck left hand pinching the smallest finger between the clamp and stand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5818,"employee stated while removing a bag of rock dust (40 lb) from scoop, he felt pain in his lower back. employee started missing work on 3-14-05. ee was diagnosed as having low back strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5819,"while injured ee was installing kiln burner lance, it came off of roller, striking and straining his right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5820,"a customer truck driver employed by autry grading was removing a rock hung in the tailgate of the truck before being loaded. the tailgate slammed on her left index finger, causing a crushing avulsion of the tip of the finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5821,"employee was bending over at waist replacing a spring on a foot pedal, when the employee felt pain in hips and knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5822,ee was swinging a sledge hammer removing bolts from a wing segment. while swinging he hit his hand between the hammer handle and the segment edge. the bolts are below the edge.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5823,ee cut palm on a sharp piece of steel when ee was doing night time maintenance on a shaker. ee dropped tool and suffered a laceration while reaching for it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5824,"ee was attempting to loosen a binder holding a piece of equipment on a lowboy trailer. binder unexpectedly popped open & he was hit in the forehead with the handle, while wearing his hard hat. called 911 & taken to er. treated & released.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5825,"employee was changing tire on test trailer. when they jacked up the trailer, a piece of steel that was leaned up against the trailer fell, striking them in the back and right arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5826,"hoisting grating in the prep plant using a rope and a sheave block, was trying to adjust sheave block and got his glove caught getting his fingers into the sheave. ppe was not a factor, compliance of rules/regs mot a factor, miner proficiency was a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5827,"while replacing a return roller on a radial stacking conveyor, the miner's right index finger was pinched. the injury required a few stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5828,drilling overhead using hilti hammer drill. bit jammed on unknown object causing drill to twist and force employee's hand into steel beam. r metacarpal fracture. employee retraining to be sche duled before returning to work regarding pinch points and proper pre job planning.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5829,employee was attempting to slide the forks manually on the it28 caterpillar loader. he tilted the forks down to slide the forks over with his hands. while doing so the hydraulic pin released the forks smashing employees right middle finger between the fork and main frame. note: this incident occurred off the mine id property.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5830,employee was using a pry bar to get a chute door back in place when the pry bar slipped.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5831,employee was called for ot cleanup; used a firehose. the next morning employee had a sore back with pain that ran down the back side of his right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5832,"performing track work. using a chain jack to pull the 2 rails closer together in order to change out a track tie. as ee applied pressure on jack handle, the 3/8"" chain from rail-to-rail broke causing ee to fall on his rt. shoulder causing shoulder pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -5833,employee was operating a continuous miner when a shuttle car struck the waterline that is connected to that continuous miner. this resulted in the waterline bursting and spraying downs on the face. this caused some foreign particle to enterhis left eye. medical treatment was received and prescription medication given.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5834,hot slag from welding flew into eye of employee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -5835,miner was moving 6 inch discharge hose. pc650 trac hoe operator was helping to move hose. the operator lowered the bucket of the trac hoe on the miners left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5836,material had breached up in the cone crusher and overflowed the feed hopper. he was going to look and see what got plugged up and a piece overflowed from the hopper and hit him just above the lip and below his nose. they put one stitch in it. returned to work at noon the next day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5837,injured was plastering a stopping when plaster splashed back and got onto forehead. the plaster then rolled down the injured face into left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5838,"employee was removing a 6"" vacuum hose from a coupling on the guzzler vacuum truck. the hose had become twisted and when he pried it off the coupling, the hose uncoiled and struck the employee in the lower lip. 5 stitches were required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5839,"ee was filling cement bags at the packing house.after a few hours he began to feel back pain butcontinued to work until may 9, 2002 when he reported the pain. he was sent to the state insuranc e fund.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5840,"employee placed a drill bit into the chuck of the drill press and secured the bit in place. to ensure the drill bit did not come loose, he tightened the chuck with some additional force. while tightening the chuck, his hand slipped off the key and slid into the side of the drill bit.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5841,"while moving the miners slack pile, he felt pain in stomach area. he began missing on 11/26/2012 due to a hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5842,employee was building a wall for an airlock door(he was using omega block or fiber block). as he picked up a block from the supply car he felt something pull in his back. (ee worked until 11/ 13/01.),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5843,the grinding machine that employee was operating stopped functioning. he was trying to check the tension on the drive belt when the pulley engaged and his left index finger ran through the pulley degloving the tip of his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -5844,"injured and other ee were removing rock from the top of the fairchild miner. other ee had a slate and injured was pulling with hands. the rock broke, pinching and crushing injured's finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5845,ee smashed left finger with jackhammer and metal gate while removing material buildup.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5846,"ee is stating that he & another ee were using an 11/2"" air impact wrench suspended by a rope on a crane to remove wheel lug nuts on a tiger rubber tire loader. ee is alleging he felt a pai n in his back. ee worked 6/29/6/30, 7/5 & 7/6. did not report until 7/5 see attachment",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5847,"employee was changing a unit and cut his hand on a piece of metal on the side of the dust cover. there was no lost time, no light duty but stitches were required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5848,taking an auger bearing off when something went into right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5849,"ee performing duties as a sacker. felt discomfort in right shoulder. continuing pain, requested medical appointment. last day worked 2-20-01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5850,cat 21 slide came out and hand was wedged between conveyor and platform. laceration to right index finger and notable swelling to right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5851,employee felt strain in abdomen when removing a broken lifter from the #1 dryer exchange. it became known on 11-29-16 that the employee was diagnosed with an inguinal hernia. no work restrictions recommended. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5852,"employee was working to remove a restriction on 1a2 supplemental line. he used a 3-lb hammer to open a valve. upon striking the locking handle, the hammer struck a glancing blow resulting in a laceration to his right index finger when it came in contact with the edge of the handle. after being seen by the plant doctor, he was taken to a medical facility and had sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5853,"employee performing maintenance on tail pulley bearing and strap-end being used to perform task slipped and became unhooked, causing strap-end to strike employee in back of head below hard hat area. the contact caused a laceration in back of head that required stitches to close. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5854,straightening a copper tube and it snapped like a toothpick - took off the top skin on my finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5855,ee was trying to dislodge a screwdriver from a shaker in the prep plant. ee missed hitting the screwdriver and hit his hand. this caused him to have 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5856,employee was attempting to unchoke an overflow line with a small piece of pipe when the obstruction broke free which caused his left hand to strike the overflow box.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5857,"normal mining conditions, employee was operating a shuttle car, miner conveyor threw a rock and hit shuttle car operators right arm, shoulder and face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5858,"while shoveling excess gravel debris, employee injured elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5859,"ee was setting timbers, when his back popped. he went to jenkins hospital, gave him an excuse to rtw on 3/6/08. he came in on 3/7/08 with another excuse to remain off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5860,"employees pulling bars from cathode cells, injured employee's index finger was smashed as employee was pulling a bar and the adjacent bar was struck with a hammer by a co-worker. the employee's finger was smashed between the two bars resulting in a fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -5861,employee was cutting belting using a utility knife. the knife slipped away from the area being cut and struck the employee on his right hand. two of his fingers were cut by the knife.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5862,"ee was working on the longwall set-up when a foreign object entered his right eye. according to ee he felt this occurred while installing a face pan ""dog bone"" medical treatment was received w hich included prescription mediciation. an accident report on this injury was not completed until 6-3-00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5863,"employee waslifting boxes of acid off a pallet onto a table in the lab. he had lifted 3 boxes of acid weighing 40# and then lifted a box of phosphoric weighing 57#, the unexpected difference caused him to jerk forward. was evaluated by a physician nd physical therapy started on 7-18-00.diagnosis of back strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5864,"individual was installing roof bolts. when ee went to reach for a roof plate, the plate cut through ee's glove and lacerated ee's hand which resulted in stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5865,ee was pounding on the stairs to the loader when he struck his left pinky finger with a hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5866,ee was assisting in a long cable pull and was located near the end of the line. ee had back turned away from the direction the cable was coming from. ee did not hear co-workers yelling. the cable jumped the tray striking ee on the left wrist fracturing the distal radius. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5867,the employee was helping to empty a water treatment sludge bag after it had been dewatered. ee was pulling open the bag with a pair of vice-grip pliers and the pliers slipped causing ee to fall backward onto the frozen ground. ee landed on the right side causing a contusion on ee's right elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -5868,injured person was installing a roof bolt when a sharp piece of slate fell striking his right forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5869,employee was handling cribs to place them under a scoop tire and he strained his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5870,"moving glycol barrels to separate out a single barrel to move it with the fork lift. trying to spin barrel off skid pinching left index finger between the other barrels. felt pain on left hand finger, removed his glove found left index finger bleeding. require stitches at hospital.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5871,"he was performing his regular job as a trained rib bolter, and was wearing all of his personal protective equipment. he had his left hand near the end of the rib bolting unit. the mining machine started to vibrate, and his hand was pinched between the rib bolting unit and the coal rib. the result was a laceration requiring 4 sutures to his left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5872,employee was cutting a bracket on the highwall drill with a torch when a piece of slag popped and went through under cutting glass contacting left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -5873,worker disconnected a live air hose. hose end struck worker in face causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5874,"subject was attempting to crush a piece of rock that was lodged in the belt feeder. he said, he was busting the rock with a sledge hammer and he went to move it with his left hand, the rock broke crushing his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5875,ee was cutting/grinding dust covers and stopped to wipe the sweat with his gloved hand & felt a piece of metal in his rt. eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5876,employee was lifting a piece of steel plate and injured his left thumb. he did not seek medical attention until 20 march 2007 and began light duty 21 march 2007.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5877,miner struck a finger while using a 3 lb sledge hammer and a hole punch to punch holes in flashing while making repairs to the fat pak crusher. this resulted in a crush injury to the left index finger and restricted duty. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5878,employee was welding & received burns to both eyes. he did have a welding shield on. he sought treatment & received eye cream & oral medication.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -5879,"ee strained his lower back after he and a co-worker lifted a freon recovery unit onto a truck. this task should have been completed with a forklift. employee initially went to the doctor on 11/14/06; however, restricted duty was prescribed on 12/15/06.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5880,ee was pulling on cables and strained right shoulder. started missing work 4-24-2003.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5881,employee lifting crusher parts and strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5882,"ee was replacing clean coal screen, while installing screen employee felt pain in groin area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5883,miner was helping install access ladder/ platform and ined up bolt holes with spud wrench. wrench slipped out of bolt hole and struck miner in face. laceration of skin on nose and lip chipped tooth. contusion on face/ scalp neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5884,while roof bolting the employee felt pain in their left shoulder and arm. this employee was injured on 03/15/2017 and went out due to the injury on 04/12/2017. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5885,employee states that he was bolting top in the #4 entry when the drill steel hung in the top. it came down and caught my finger between the steel and the pot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5886,"employee was changing and tightening hoses on the feeder when he felt a sharp pain in his shoulder, he reported it on 2/22/12. on 3/2/12 his shoulder was still causing him pain and discomfort so he sought medical attention. nothing was discovered. on 3/9/12 at this visit they restricted his duty causing him to start missing work on 3/12/12. injury still unknown.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5887,"member was reaching to pick up a crib block, when another member who was helping him, threw a crib block in the same direction, which struck member in the left hand causing a laceration which needed 6 stitches to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5888,ee was welding on a mantrip or ride-started lifting up on frame and felt like he pulled a muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5889,employee stated he was installing a roof bolt in the face area. he did not know that the rotation hose on the bolter boom had hung on the canopy post. when he pushed the bolt up the hose dislodged and struck him in the chin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5890,the injured miner pinched left little finger while closing small portable tool box resulting in laceration to the pad of left little finger. skin adhesive was used to hold the superficial wound closed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5891,employee was helping lift drill pontoon into back of truck when they felt pain in the right side. employee continued to work until 06-06-18 when family dr. took them off work and scheduled them to see a specialist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5892,"employee was prying on a belly pan, when the belly pan came loose causing the belly pan to come down. as it came down employee's left hand was smashed between the ground and pry bar. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5893,"he stepped wrong, twisting his right knee while assisting with the pinion replacement.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5894,ee boarded rubber tire dozer without incident atstart of shift. during shift experienced pain inarea of right shoulder blades. saw physician on 2-5 was diagnosed with rt. shoulder tendonitis was taken off work on 2-20-03. received chart notes on 3-21-03. lost time restricted work occupational illness,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5895,employee stated that while removing a top roller and structure from the longwall belt he felt pain in his left elbow. employee continued to work and did not begin to miss work until 9/18/2015 when he was diagnosed with a sprain/strain type injury to his elbow. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5896,trying to get belt roller unstuck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5897,employee was in the process of installing an arm rest cover on a loader seat. while pushing and pulling he strained his stomach muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5898,employee was raising a hinged cover on the highwall miner launch when the cover slipped out of his right hand and fell on his left hand and fingers resulting in a fracture and laceration. the highwall miner was idle preparing to change location.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5899,shoveling & jackhammering hardened cement undr a finish mill. ee cont'd to work & pain became worse,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5900,"ee was using 2 prybars to reposition the engine cover so that the mounting brackets could be rewelded. as ee hit the cover with a hammer, 1 of the pry bars flipped out and stuck him in the face. resulting in 3 stitches to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5901,"employee was unloading structure off flatcar into scoop bucket when he mashed middle finger on right hand between structure and scoop bucket. 2 stitches, returned to work the next day. no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5902,"ee was assisting insalling additional support structures for the jaws bin belt conveyor walkway. the supports were fabricated before installation our of 4"" angle steel & 4"" flat steel. four supports had been installed & they were in the process of installing the 5th support an international 510 loader was being used to position & hold the process in place by wedging the support",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5903,he was hanging miner cable from roof and felt sharp pain in right shoulder and back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5904,ee was trying to lift a punch plate screen by himself when he felt a pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5905,employee was running a bagpacking machine and noticed later in his shift that he had recieved a lime burn to leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5906,"employee was cleaning build-up from pulley when his right arm was caught between the pulley and the conveyor belt causing fracture to left hand fingers, arm and scapula.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5907,"employee was retrieving sectional long hole steel from a drill hole and a section was stuck and when he tried to rattle it loose with the drill hammer, a small shard of steel broke off the collar and embedded in his left upper thigh/groin area. restricted duty release on 12/21/13.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5908,"on april 3, 2006 employee stated that he put the drill steel aganst the top and hit rotation. the steel bent and spun and hit his left hand cuasing pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5909,"reportable, no lost time. trying to break loose an oil plug, hand slipped off wrench and hit truck frame cutting right middle finger, sutures required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5910,"he clamped a 1"" airline onto a nipple on the main airline. when he turned the air on the 1"" line blew off. the end of the 1"" line with the clamps hit him in the nose cutting it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5911,"loading belt bed rail onto supply car, cotton glove snagged on bed rail causing finger to be pinched against other rails. using soft cotton gloves a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5912,he was welding on i.d. fan. he started feeling bad. he was overcome by fumes. he was treated a hospital and released six hours later.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5913,"employee was hitting piston with shank and sledge hammer, missed shank and hit left hand with hammer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5914,"the injured was in process of building a crib. when a crib block was handed to ee, ee lost grip of the crib block dropping it. when ee attempted to catch the crib block ee's pinky finger was smashed against another crib block resulting in a fractured finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5915,lifting pc. of slate onto truck- pc. of slate broke striking ee's leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5916,the injured employee was repairing on the unit 2 roof bolting machine. he had removed the rear main control panel and as he was possitiong the cover during reinstallation he felt a sharp pain in his low back. this is incident has been under investigation awaiting information from the dr. ee should always use proper body position and ask for help when handling heavy objects.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5917,"gob slid off of the canopy and struck employee on the left leg and knee. employee continued to work until 05/27/2022, then went off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5918,"ee was sitting in the operator's seat on the dragline./ he reached under the front portion of the seat to slide it forward with his rt. hand while simultaneously lowering the seat with his lef t hand on the side controls. as the seat lowered, the front adjustment bar pinched the tip end of his rt. middle & ring fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5919,"employee was trying to open a butterfly valve using pipe wrench in the filter plant (bottom floor), valve turned and smashed thumb between pipe wrench and steel beam.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5920,associate bent over to pick up belt and hurt back from improper lifting. belt was too heavy for one associate to lift. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5921,employee was replacing a return roller when chain hook came loose and struck the top of his head requiring staples to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5922,ee was using a utility knife to cut off a piece of loose belt off the one belt line. his knife slipped cutting left forearm which required 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -5923,grinder kicked back and struck the miner in the knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5924,"while working with two other employees ratcheting a come-a-long to lift a ripper claw, the chain on the come-a-long broke and the ripper claw fell and hit employee above the right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5925,employee was installing liners in the coal mill fan housing. these liners are heavy and being set in place with overhead crane. employee picked up on one end and injured his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5926,ee and another worker were removing an analyzer from the kiln feed shelf. as the analyzer was pulled out ee dropped end due to sudden pain in right shoulder. the weight of end was no more than 40 lbs. results of mri indicate possible rotator cuff tear. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5927,"miner was doing his regular work of shoveling, cleaning, picking up parts and materials to insure a safe workplace. worker felt pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5928,"employee was attempting to unplug lime chute, while opening the inspection door, lime came down and coated his clothing and portions of his skin. employee delayed in getting the lime off his clothing and skin. this resulted in 2nd degree burns to both his right foot and left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5929,"employee was working on a crusher and removed a wear plate. the employee positioned the wear plate next to him, which created a tight spot for him to work in. he was using a hammer to clean off old material inside the crusher when he struck the old wear plate next to him causing a laceration. he was not wearing gloves at the time of the incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5930,employee was moving a rock along the roller of the chopper when he caught his left pinkie between the rock and the roller. he cut his finger on the rock. was taken to the er and received 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5931,"operations where shut down for routine maintenance. equipment was locked and tagged out. while moving metal plate to secure in place, the plate shifted and impacted the right forearm. right forearm was broken due to impact.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5932,"employee was roof bolting. ee had put in finish and push steel. as ee began to drill the hole, loose shirt sleeve got entangled in the drill pad.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -5933,"while making repairs to a conveyor, the drive motor moved and pinched the palm of an employees hand requiring 12 stitches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5934,"employee was removing a bolt from a 12"" slurry line when he twisted around he felt pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5935,loosening drain plug on front differential with wrench and pulled muscle in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5936,struck left thumb with hammer. three stitches on thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5937,"did not start losing time until 11-13-03. while lifting oxygen bottles, strained his right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5938,removing tire from rim strained right bicep.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5939,employee grabbed hold of metal stand and attempted to pull towards him. while lifting the stand he felt soreness and strain in his left shoulder area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5940,while grinding felt particle enter left eye. did not report incident for 2 days. rust ring.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5941,"employee was cleaning off stone on crusher deck. while bent over shoveling, a piece of stone fell from above and hit ee in the lower back of their head near the top of their neck. this impact caused ee to pass out and fall to the ground. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5942,"ee along with 3 other ee's was dragging cement mixer pipes (2-1"" plastic pipes) when he strained his left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5943,was working with short crew and went to move pump in deeper water and pulled something in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5944,the employee was cleaning material out of a conveyor chute when he caught his finger between his cleaning bar and the frame of the chute.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5945,low light led to the obscuring of large debris in granule pile. that caused the vacuum hose to jump and jerk both violently and uncontrollably. at that time the employees arm was jerked outward causing and injury to the employees shoulder/rotator cuff area of body.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5946,employee was installing the rub rail on the miner when the rub rail slipped on pry bar ee was using pinching finger between rub rail and miner causing a laceration. employee receive 3 stitches ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5947,found a airline leaking on a slip joint. pulled the line off. to trim the end off while cutting the line the knife slipped and cut his forearm. we took him to the er room where they put 5 stitches in the cut.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5948,"employee was loosening a small nut with a crescent wrench. he felt a pop in his right arm, and then pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5949,was driving a line of wedges witha driver when he pulled a muscle in his groin from pushing on the driver.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -5950,employee was installing tires on grasshopper frame and strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5951,employee was attempting to splice belt when he inadvertently cut his right leg. injury required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5952,"air lance broke through the packed material, the air lance lunged downward further, and the employee's left pinky finger was pinched between the lance and the hopper wall.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5953,unloading tool box and felt a burning down left leg and left side of lower back. worked through 1-19-00 and pain kept getting worse. went to dr on 1-24-00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5954,ee was disconnecting power supply to jaw crusherwhen he hit the disconnect handle. the handle was hot and created a heat flash.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -5955,"employee was climbing up into grove crane, hit top of knee on bottom of cab. employee thought it would be fine. over weekend had issues with it, went to er on sunday and reported injury to employer today, 7-25-16. no work until 7-28-16. lost time injury for right knee contusion. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5956,"using a one inch impact wrench to remove r.o.p.s. bolts on 992g. when bolt broke loose, ee threaded upwards and smashed left hand between wrench & angle above it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5957,ee was taking foot shaft out of 2810 miner. while lifting complained of pain in groin area. accident did not become reportable until 9/19/02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5958,handling cement blocks and got finger smashed between two blocks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -5959,employee was working on the kiln cooler and felt debris enter their eye. employee continued working not giving any additional thought about the debris. employee went home at the end of their shift. employee woke up with discomfort in ee's eye and reported it to their supervisor the day after the incident. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5960,employee was throwing bags of rockdust through an open mandoor to the belt entry. he complained of low back and left leg pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -5961,"employee reported that while positioning a granule shoot over a truck, she attempted to pull a slide gate out of the shoot to allow granules to flow. employee strained her right arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5962,"employee was moving a lid, approximate size of 12"" by 18"", and felt a pop in shoulder. injury did not become reportable until 5/03/2016 when employee had surgery to repair a slap tear in the shoulder joint.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5963,"ee, b1 #4 recovery, #7 x cut ee was building omega wall. while lifting block over head he felt pain in the groin area of the pelvis on the left side. dr, left side groin hernia worked until 6/ 22-hernia repair surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5964,ee was staging kiln brick for rebricking contractors when his pinky finger got caught between two of the bricks. the kiln bricks weigh approximately 20 pounds a piece. the tip of his pinky finger was broken and stitches were required. ee was wearing gloves.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5965,employee handling trash bag was manually placing trash bag into thrash container and felt lower back pain. employee continued with normal working duties until 1/25/2015. when a medical evaluation was obtained,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5966,employee greasing kiln pinions noticed discomfort in left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5967,employee was shoveling rock dust into duster and twisted his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5968,mill mechanic was moving a small (30 pound) electric hoist to another pick point. as ee lifted the hoist ee felt pain in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -5969,while moving miner cable across no. 2 crosscut ee stumbled & twisted knee,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5970,"rubber boots rubbed a blister on heel, got a little lime dust in boot. lime burn",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -5971,employee working in a sand dryer repairing the refractory lining. stepped on a sharp refractory anchor that penetrated the sole of ee's boot. puncture wound rt. foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5972,"injured was building a kennedy stopping, as he lifted a metal stopping panel it slipped through his hand, the edge of panel cut through his glove and lacerated his right thumb. he received 6 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5973,employee felt a pop in right shoulder while raking kiln. x-ray showed no breaks. follow up with ortho on 5/4/21 resulted in pain medicine and a sling. awaiting further diagnostic procedures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5974,"3a longwall, employee was turning the tail shearer drum by hand to set new cutting bits. as he was turning the drum he experienced a stinging/ burning sensation in his abdomen.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5975,employee was placing a bag of tools into a pickup when his arm contacted a fractured tail light lens. a sliver of plastic became embedded in his right forearm which required excision and sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5976,"the ee was installing a 8 ft coated swellex bolt. the bolt did not align properly with the driver so he pulled the bolt over with his hand for alignment. he then activated the feed from the pe ndant. the driver missed the bolt and rolled histhumb between the bolt and the driver. the ee was transported to the er, where he was treated for and open fracture and the wound sutured. he w",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -5977,went to look in screen plant and rock ejected striking his forehead. required 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5978,"ee was using a pry bar wooden to dislodged a rock which was wedged in a belt transfer chute. the pry bar slipped out, the ee lost his balance fell forward, and caught his right hand between th e pry bar and a section of the metal chute.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -5979,ee was doing repairs on equipment when his back began to hurt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5980,employee was roof bolting. when he was hanging curtain board he dropped curtain board. it hit his right thumb pulling muscles in it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5981,was helping remove a steel stuck in rib when he felt pop in his right shoulder. he didn't report it to anybody til next day. doctor did mri and removed from work on 10/28/2013.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -5982,a piece of draw rock fell from roof and cut finger (little right),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5983,"while the miner was cutting rock on the overcast, an object flew back from cutter head and hit him on the right side of head near right ear. he was standing near cab of miner. diagnosed as concussion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -5984,employee was knocking out a brattice when a piece of cinder block hit him on the left arm causing a laceration to the left arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5985,"employee states he was taking down a piece of belting to weld grizzly shaker, when he hit his right elbow on the drive guard. doctor states he has a swelling and tenderness on the medial side of the right of the right elbow. doctor gave the employee a 30 day prescription for ibuprofen 800 mg., and released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5986,employee was reeling up the fuel house on the service truck when the fuel nozzle caught his left middle finger and twisted it outward. employee was taken to a physician and released. on 1/16/07 he went back to the physician with continuing problems and placed on restricted duty for a spained finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -5987,while loading old equipment onto a trailer the miner was struck by shifting equipment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5988,employee was moving a large thin piece of sandstone with the stone standing up on edge. a piece approx 1 sq ft. broke off the top edge and struck his right wrist causing a laceration which required 6 sitiches to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5989,crew needed to change dust collector bags. door had frozen material around edges. after chipping ice away with bar ee tried to open door. there was not enough material removed and he decided t o drop door. door dropped and the bar ejected into his leg and then into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5990,"ee was doing maintenance on mantle. mantle dropped suddenly, causing ee's body to twist and pull, as he was startled by the movement of the mantle. initially ee was fine, but as time went by, he decided to seek medical treatment several days later.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -5991,employee was hooking the connector tongue to the 20 ton locomotive when it fell on his right foot. he had safety metatarsal boots in use at the time of the accident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5992,"trimming insulation off miner cable, utility knife slipped cutting employee on index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5993,"while steppping out of a field truck, he caught his foot in a shim that was lying on the ground.when he started picking the shim up to put it in another location it was frozen to the ground & when he picked it up it cut his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5994,"technician was installing torque converter which was on blocks, into a 769b off road dump vehicle. he placed straps under converter attempting to center it. when technician tried to push converter into position, strap slipped off to the side. converter fell on technician's left foot causing fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5995,2 experienced & skilled maint specialists were removing a stationary seal plate from a rotary dryer. 1 man freed the plate from its retaining bolt it rotated on its pivot & caught the left h and of the other man beweeen seal plates the plate then came into brief contact with the rotating dryer futher injuring his hand resulting inmultiple fractures & lacerations no damage or im,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5996,"while stripping copper off of starter sheets, the sheet broke off the rack and hit him on the steel cap of his left foot causing a fracture to little toe. he was examined and immediately released to return to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -5997,"employee was tightening a bolt and rubbed the back of his hand on sharp area cutting the back of left hand, 27 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -5998,ee was using a comealong to raise a winch cable when it slid back & mashed his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -5999,while driving the water truck employee discovered a rock that fell off a haul truck. employee moved the rock off the road. on 5/26/06 his back was really hurting him. sent to hospital.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6000,shoulder injury from repetitive motion while moving shovel cables and manual cable work,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6001,employee was cleaning under east clam shell with bobcat removing material when clam shell opened releasing material. material went inside his boot causing burns on both feet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6002,a shive block was chained to the track rail while a motor pulled a wire rope through it. after stopping the motor he stepped towards the shieve block to rehook it when suddenly the motorman moved the motor. the chain holding the sheave block broke and struck him on the side of his right foot fracturing his 5th toe. this is to report medical treatment only.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6003,caught right pinky finger in a pinch point causing a broken tip and laceration. required 4 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6004,"ee was taken to the company doctor on 7-12-02, stitches were applied, and was placed on restricted work. while inmspecting screen for problems, ee noticed a leak and stuck his finger in screen to look for missing bolt. the headbox and side of screen lacerated and fracture his l index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6005,ee was removing material which had built up near a guarded return idler the pry bar inadvertently came into contact between the edler and the belt causing the pry bar and the ee s hand and arm to be pulled between the belt and return idler the ee received abrasions to his right hand and arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6006,"welding on cyclone, had pipe suspended in air with come-a-long. welding inside pipe. come-a-long cable broke. pipe came down on right arm, bolt went into interior rt. forearm and fractured rt. radius.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6007,on 5/7/12 employee reported that on 4/29/12 he aggravated prior work related back injury while working in beneficiation changing pipes. back pain worsened so he sought medical attention on 5/1/12.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6008,"employee was drilling a bolt hole. a piece of rock came down around drill steel, striking employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6009,"while employee was burning the shaft on the no. 2 bridge a hot spark entered left ear. employee continued working until january 25, 2006 at which time this became a reportable as he started missing work in order to have surgery done to graft skin at burn location.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6010,"while tightening a fitting on the shovel hopper door (hydraulic cylinder) his wrench slipped and his hand struck 2"" plate edge of the door which resulted in a laceration and fracture to hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6011,"ee was grinding channel iron and the wheel caught edge of gap, causing grinder to kick back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6012,miners foot was pinched between equipment causing the miner to fall and hit chair bracket with his elbow creating toe to become swollen and soreness of the elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6013,"he was breaking a piece of ice and coal that was lodged in a chute with a slate bar, the bar kicked back and the end struck him on the right cheek, causing a laceration requiring 5 sutures. he returned to work that shift with no days lost.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6014,"employee was on the longwall working on getting shield out of the top and pulled up with the others shields, when the pan line pushed the relay bar struck employee's right knee causing laceration requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6015,"injured was standing next to a 4"" victolic water line. the line was connected by a gripped type coupling. when line pressure was applied, the coupling failed. the force of the line struck inju red's left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6016,"employees were putting the man basket on to the forklift. in the process, the employee pinched the tip of his left thumb between the top rail of the forklift mast and the top rail on the man basket.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6017,"employee was trying to replace a bearing on tail-roller. race popped loose striking him in the chest, causing swelling and bruising.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6018,"while making a drill pipe connection the hammer became plugged with material. when the hammer was raised up the plug released causing the return hose (4""0) to whip violently striking the employee in the right shoulder causing a contusion to the right shoulder. placed on light duty. all whip checks were in place.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6019,miner was helping to set up wash plant when his hand came in contact with the end of a pipe lacerating his 1st finger on the left hand requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -6020,removing a lodged rock under jaw crusher; another rock fell; mashed and cut his middle finger on right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6021,employee alleges he was cutting a piece of the conveyor belt with a knife and it slipped and cut him on his right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6022,strained a rib.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6023,ee was spotting an air compressor for the secondary crusher jobsite on level ground west of bldg. while ee was using the trailer jack stand to raise and lower the hitch off the receiver at the hitch tongue suddenly slid under the receiver as ee was along side & got his left arm caught between the jack & receiver bar causing an injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6024,employee was cutting metal with a grinder and disc shattered and penetrated right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6025,ee was clearing out a plugged chute when a stonerolled down & hit him on the right leg between the knee & ankle causing a cut. 1st aid was performed at plant 5/30/00 on a reg dr visit 6/14/00 he was put on light duty,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6026,employee was assisting with an elevator chain replacement. employee picked up a section of chain that was lying on the edge of a concrete slab and got left index finger pinched between the chain and the concrete causing a split in the end of index finger. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6027,pulling back on screen two strap got sharp pain in right elbow ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6028,employee was manually pulling welding cables from the ground floor to an elevated platform when he felt a pain in his lower back. he requested to see a physician on 2/13/2007. he was returned to work with some restrictions until further evaluation. restricted duties began on 2/14/2007.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6029,employee was lifting a chute liner into place when he experienced a sharp pain in the lower left side of his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6030,"while wrapping hoist drum with cable, the tugger cable failed and the backlash struck employee who was operating the tugger on the right thumb causing immediate swelling. ice was administered immediately. employee was transferred by site safety to er as a precautionary measure. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6031,"on 8-20-07 employee reported to mine supervisor, that on 8-8-07, he was stretching to pick-up a 4x6x1/2 sheet of plate steel with a co-worker, in doing so, he strained his back. on 8-20-07 employee was seen by dr. at the louisa medical clinic, in louisa kentucky,and was givin a prescription for pain. employee did not fail to report to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6032,"ee was helping 2 co-workers install a canopy side plate ram assembly on a shield. the ram was positioned on a skid steer loader & secured with 2 comealongs. as ram was pushed forward, the spring on the ram caught on shield framework & came into tension. as 2nd comealong was released, tension on the ram caused it to rotate, pinching his finger between t-bar & skid steer frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6033,the employee was changing the bag on the paper shredder. as she moved her hand past the storage box it contacted a sharp edge on the box resulting in a laceration to her right little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6034,"ee was helping to remove wheel units from 992g using a pipe and breaker bar to get top bolts and nuts loose. socket popped off and fell, pipe fhhit ee in top of head. premium engergy ee drive our ee to hospital.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6035,"employee was pushing scaffold when it slipped backwards off the 4 1/2"" brick ledge causing it to tilt. when it tilted some brick slid off platform and hit employee in chest.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6036,ee was de-lugging a track tie and missed causing his forward motion to overextend his swing causing low back pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6037,"employee was picking up and carrying metal brackets to install boggie pins in a d11 dozer's roller frame, when he pulled a muscle in his chest.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6038,"ee1 was picking up tools from his work area on the lower east side cat walk of primary #2 screen when ee2, who was located on the upper cat walk of primary #2, picked up a swing gate he was installing. when ee2 picked up the gate it came apart in two pieces, one piece falling down and striking ee1 in the nose. ee1 suffered from a laceration on his nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6039,"crushing cvore in lab, core was jammed in crusher and was pulling it out when another piece of core struck her rt. index finger causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6040,employee's fingers caught in closing hinged door.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6041,"employee was removing 54"" roller (approx 200 lb) from belt structure. when it let loose, employee had trouble controlling the roller and it pinched his finger against structure.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6042,employee was removing grate bars from hammer mill. bar slipped and caught his right thumb in pinch point between the bar and the crusher housing. required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6043,"a bin pulley was being removed from conveyor frame, one end was hooked to a crane with chain. the pulley became lodged and the ee reached over to push on the pulley at that moment the pulled moved pinching his hand between the chain and the conveyor frame breaking a bone in the left hand of the ee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6044,employee was pulling a rock out of tail piece. a rock became fouled at the 4a head drive # 1 tailpiece. employee was pulling the rock out when ee strained/sprained ee's right lower back. ee took self to the hospital to be checked. ee was taken off from work for 2 days. ee returned to work on 02/14/2018 with no restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6045,"ee was using a pry bar to pry a rock out of tail pulley when the bar slipped and caught left pinky finger, causing laceration and fracture of left pinky finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6046,"employee was unjamming a lightweight aggregate log in #3 cooler that was formed by an upset in the kiln. he was using an iron bar (10' long, 10lbs) to pry the log in the cooler. he was standing outside the cooler on a platform & when the log loosened/broke free, his momentum carried his left hand down onto the handrail resulting in left finger tip fracture & dissolvable stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6047,"ee was assisting on the contruction of the l-3 raymond mills. ee was lifting & moving ducting for the mill, in the process he strained his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6048,employee was removing a belt splicing bar from his tool box. during the lifting process he felt stain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6049,employee was installing metal slats in roof when a metal slat fell and caused a laceration to the little finger left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6050,a piece of metal chipped off while working on a track and cut employee's leg approx. 2-3cm in diameter that required 4 stitches. employee returned to work with no restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6051,"cutting belting material w/razor knife--knife slipped, cutting employee on right thigh.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6052,employee was cutting granite step material on apron in front of shop/office entrance. granite slab broke catching employee's finger. employee suffered laceration of finger and hand and was taken to maine coast memorial hospital emergency services for treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6053,ee was lifting a jackleg drill & it became caught on another jackleg. the other jackleg fell on ee's left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6054,"employee was cutting a metal band wrapped around a load of roof bolts, when the sharp edge of the band hit him on the arm, causing a laceration needing 7 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6055,"setting a steel plate in place. dropped plate, plate bounced off deck striking his left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6056,ee stated he and two others were manually placing a part of a gear. the gear slipped when they put it down pinching his right middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6057,ee was setting timbers on a retreat mining section & when he lifted a timber he felt a sharp pain & heard a pop in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6058,"ee was operating dozer, reached for the steering clutch lever, felt pain in his left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6059,employee was using a utility knife to cut and strip away the insulation from the end of an electrical cable. he was pulling the knife towards the palm of his left hand when the knifte sliced through the insulation and cut his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6060,employee attempted to spin the rotating carriage of a mill liner handler when his glove was caught between the carriage and the boom handler causing his finger to be smashed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -6061,this ee told management that his back was hurting from old age. three or four days later he told a dr that he was lifting headers and hurt his back. this accident report is being filed to abate citation number 7221526 dated 5/25/04. this accident report is being submitted under protest.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6062,employee was moving a stone on the tipper belt; another stone tipped over and landed on the employee's finger. restricted duty assigned. **employee did not seek medical treatment until 5/15/08**,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6063,haul truck operator was jarred while being loaded by mine shovel resulting in minor injury. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -6064,employee was shoveling coal from around tailpiece in bg#4 tunnel when he felt pain in his back. he started missing work on 9/16/02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6065,"employee was opening a rail car bottom cap when the cap suddenly broke loose causing the pipe wrench to strike him in the mouth, cracking a tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6066,"employee stated he was shoveling belt. when he went to turn, he twisted his knee and felt a sharp pain in his knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6067,"ee was moving a cla on miner, when it slid down, catching his little finger which resulted in a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6068,maintenance was in process of replacing gear reducer. the reducer was lifted to take the weight off the base. two mechanics had hands on reducer to guide it into place. employee had left hand on reducer & right hand on the hub. the reducer apparently caught on something which caught his little finger on the right hand between reducer hub & motor hub.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6069,"employee was climbing down loader steps. caught his ring finger on loader step, causing injury to finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6070,ee was taking a shower at the end of his shift and a mirror fell off of a shelf and hit him on his right big toe resulting in a lcaeration requiring (5) sutures. he did not miss work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6071,"employee was drilling a hole for an ice melt spreader mounting bracket, the 1/2"" drill bound up when the bit broke through the metal plate causing the drill to spin. employees little finger was caught between drill and frame causing a fracture of his little finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6072,a mill mechanic was attempting to transfer a 220lb plate from saw horses to a service cart for transport. as the mechanic was sliding plate on to back of cart the saw horse toppled over transfering substantial weight to the employee's grip. the weight of the steel plate caused a strain of the left bicep. he was released to return to work with no restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6073,"while using a spud bar to clean out the syntron at plant #1, the spud bar slipped causing the injured worker's left index finger to be pinched between the bar and the roof.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6074,"employee was lifting the pin on the rear of a komatsu wd-600-3 wheel dozer to attach a tow cable. when lifting up the pin, employee felt discomfort in right side lower abdomen. employee was diagnosed with an inguinal hernia on 1/12/2017. employee is having surgery today, 1/20/2017 to repair the hernia. employee did not have any lost time until today, 1/20/2017. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6075,ee's wrist started hurting after switching a barge at the center ramp. she requested medical treatment on 10-12-00 and was seen by a physician on 10-13-00 and 10-20-00. the physician put her o ff duty on 10-23-00 to 1-025-00. she was returned to work full duty with an elbow brace on 10-26-00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6076,employee was trying to maneuver a 400 pound air compressor when he felt a sting in his lower part of his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6077,ee banged hit elbow on safety cage on ladder. first seen by dr on 2-26-01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6078,"employee was attempting to loosen a 1/2 pipe from a valve. he braced the pipe on his thigh in order to apply pressure with a crescent wrench. as he applied force, he felt a pain in his lower right side of his abdomen. he was taken to dr., who placed him on restricted duty until follow up",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6079,"employee was attempting to drill a hole for a six foot resin bolt. when employee attempted to push up the drill steel it sprung out of the bolting pod striking ee's left hand index finger. compliance with rules/reg., ppe, mining equipment/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6080,"employee was removing a piece of conduit and when the conduit broke from being pulled on, he hit his elbow on a sharp piece of tin, cutting his tricep. employee received six sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6081,the injured employee was assisting with unloading 50 lb. bags of anfo into a storage magazine. there was no specific incident that caused this injury. he developed a sore lower back after completion of the task. he had a pre-existing back condition before this injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6082,ee was cutting water hose with a knife. the knife slipped and he received a laceration to the outside of his left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6083,"employee was using a utility knife to cut belt, the knife slipped causing a laceration to his right thigh that required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6084,"miner was removing cover on a bucket elevator, cover swung and struck miners arm. miner received a laceration to miner's left elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6085,reportable only due to sutures. employee was using a grinder to cut some bolts off when the grinder slipped and cut ee's left index finger. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6086,"the employee was using a utility knife to trim the edge of a urethane screen so he could get it set into place. while in the process of trimming this screen, the utility knife slipped off the screen and cut through his glove into the bottom of his thumb. this resulted in a 2 inch laceration that required 10 staples to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6087,"employee was assisting on a belt move, when a jack set to hold the rfm came loose and allowed a crib to fall from on top the jack and smashed his left thumb between the crib and rfm, causing an open fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6088,the employee got his left middle and ring fingers caught between the headgate frame work and the shield clevis rail. the resultant injury was a partial amputation of the end of the middle finger. both the middle finger and the ring finger required multiple sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6089,employee was moving a piece of curb on the bankers and felt a pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6090,"changing screens at wash plant, screen fell & smashed finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6091,"a piece of rock dislodged from roof approx. 4'x3'x1"" thick. striking ee on left shoulder, left hand, and left foot. ee did not miss any work showever ee was placed on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6092,"he was trying to dislodge debris in a pinner steel, he was using a wrench to free up steel, when he hit the steel the insert of the wrench came out and struck him.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6093,"i.e. was shearing down with the continuous miner cutter head. while cutting coal at the face a piece of rock was thrown from the drum and struck the i.e. in the nose, causing a laceration that required 3 stitches. i.e. did not miss any work due to the injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6094,"a 17'4"" x 3' x 1/2"" thick liner plate was being repositioned in the pioneer feeder. the 5/8"" grade 8 bolt holding the upper right corner in place sheered allowing the plate to fall to the pan. the plate struck the employee on the left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6095,"while changing screen on plant, ee bent over to pick up a wrench and struck his knee on a piece of steel on catwalk.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6096,"while pouring a 5-gallon can of oil into swinger box, ee stood-up and hit the left side of his head on light guard.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6097,employee was installing belt hangers. he swung the head of the roof bolter over too fall striking himself in the ribs with the head tray.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -6098,while removing caustic line that goes to the seal tank some caustic got into his boot. while removing protective equipment ee failed to wash his gloves before removing his boots or suit & goggles. caused chemical burn on right foot. ee told supervisor @ 8:00pm that this happened. super visor told him to remove boot.ee told supervisor not a problem only small amount.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6099,"a bundle of roof bolt plates fell off roof drill. ee tried to catch the bundle and the sharp edge of the plates, cut left wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6100,"ee was operating a walk-through bolter installing roof bolts. while ee was pushing the bolting tray off of the bolter, ee felt pain in the lower back, and transported to a clinic x-rays were conducted with nothing conclusive. being treated for a strain and placed on restrictions that prevented ee from performing normal occupation. ee began missing time on 08-20-18.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6101,ee was working in 924 bag house he sustained slight cement burn to both wrists.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6102,using come-a-long to remove screen deck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6103,employee was disassembling a scaffold structure,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6104,reportable only due to sutures - employee was cutting a piece of hose with employee's belt knife when employee cut through the hose cutting left index finger requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6105,the employee injured hos lower back while hanging a roof bolter cable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6106,injured was shoveling rock off longwall shields when a piece of rock fell between shields striking him on upper leg just above knee causing a contusion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6107,employee was using a 10 ton porta power to reinstall the drive chain on the drive sprocket. the porta power worked loose and struck the employee on the left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6108,ee was removing screw from skidsteer bucket namely edge plate. head bolt lacerated left middle finger requiring stitches to close the wound. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6109,"employee was holding a hammer wrench (tool designed to be struck with a hammer) while second employee was striking the tool with a small sledge hammer. at one point, 2nd ee missed the wrench and struck ee twice on the back of the right hand; causing a small laceration and contusion. ee received 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6110,employee was working in the shop and felt something in his eye. he was sent to the doctor. he was given two days of light duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6111,"shoveling at #9 head drive, when he pulled back on the shovel he had a sharp pain go thru his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6112,"while performing morning pre-shift inspection, employee opened haul truck engine compartment hood when he felt something pull in his shoulder. originally treated with first aid. later advised to get an mri, which showed a rotator cuff injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6113,"driver of haul truck was backing under shovel and was not square to the house. shovel operator loaded the haul truck anyway, creating a rocking motion which caused pain in the driver's back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -6114,"employee was reaming a hole using an electric end grinder. the wind blew a foreign object into his left eye. employee was wearing safety glasses and a full face shield. after flushing the eye with eyewash, employee stated that his eye was still irritated. employee was taken to care now clinic. no foreign object was discovered in his eye, but the eye was slightly scratched.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6115,ee was cutting a box of rags open with a utility knife which had a dull blade. the knife slipped and cut into his l arm and stitches were required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6116,"changing screens on the screener. ee was on the bottom deck tightening nuts/washers. ee reached for nut/washer by ee's hip, as ee brought right arm up, ee hit ee's elbow on the frame of the screener. at the time, ee stated that ee hit funny bone. ee did not have any pain. the next day ee had a bump on elbow. ee went to doctor on 05/16/2022, scans shown fractured elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6117,"when working on a hose line under a haul truck, ee twisted his body while trying to reach a hose and pulled his lower back muscle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6118,employee's fingers became pinned between the bearing and tub of the log washer while doing maintenance. weight shifted of the bearing during task and fractured the two outer fingers on the left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6119,"cutting rubber skirting off belt with a utility knife, cutting toward ee and the knife slipped. ee cut left hand and the laceration required five sutures to close",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6120,employee injured eye when putting on safety glasses. he poked eye with eye glass temple,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6121,"ee was lifting the ""bretby"" cable holder out of the panline on the longwall face. he stated he felt pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6122,"ee was operating #327 d-11 on the 1001 dump. ee exited cab and used power lift to get off equipment. the locking pin for the basket had difficulty releasing. as the employee stepped out of the basket, the basket jumped over the catch/stop mechanism and struck the employee in the left lower leg area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -6123,employee and a coworker were lifting a water pump motor when he felt pain in his lower back. he began working restricted duty on 9-3-14.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6124,employee was tightening a bolt with a wrench when the wrench slipped off the bolt and the employee's elbow struck a piece of metal on the equipment being worked on.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6125,"ee was loosening a bolt while changing a strikerbar on a bolter. he stated that it took all he had to loosen the bolt, and that when it broke loose he felt a sharp pain in his shoulder. he rep orted the incident to his supervisor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6126,electrician was removing electrical tape from wires and cut his left thumb with a knife. employee was taken to local er and a 2cm laceration was closed with medical glue.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6127,ww was washing out around mk-509 feeder when a piece of mud got into his left eye. ee was wearing personal protective equipment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6128,"victim was taking down ventilation tubing and was struck on the right side of the face by a piece of slate, 4"" long x 2"" wide that fell from the roof. this resulted in a laceration that required six sutures to close. no time was missed from work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6129,ee was pulling a set of battery leads from one battery to the other.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6130,"while moving a 4' ladder, the ladder folded pinching the right thumb causing bleeding from under the thumb nail and a tufts fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6131,employee pinched his right index finger between the haul truck bed and the centering bed bracket resulting in a laceration to the tip of the finger which required sutures to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6132,"as employee was installing roof bolts a rock measuring 30"" long x 12"" wide x 0-5"" thick broke from the brow first striking the canopy of the bolter & then employee's arm causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6133,"ee was cutting allthread on the collar beam, as he was cutting the second allthread it jumped and landed on his finger hitting the tip of it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6134,transporting a container of acid down a stairway during night shift under raining conditions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6135,"the injured was rolling a scoop tire out of the tire rack at the contrary supply yard to send underground. the tire fell over on the lower left leg and foot, fracturing the left ankle. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6136,"installing a regular roof beam in a wall. took block out of wall, attempted to make a better fit. sat block down on bottom portion of wall, when beam fell striking left thumb between block and beam.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6137,changing out the teeth on backhoe. he was knocking out bolt with a hammer when a piece of steel chipped off and went into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6138,"employee was loading a drive onto a flat car to be transported to another location. they had the turn buckle pinned up with a rope hanger. as they were loading the drive on the flat car, rope hanger broke causing the turn buckle to hit his left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6139,employee was using a torch to melt ice when the torch turned in his left hand and the flame went across the back of his right hand. he suffered a 2nd degree burn.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6140,"while rolling up & tugging on hose in the heading, employee experienced left shoulder discomfort & pain. he did not report this till end of shift, as he thought he could work it out. at end of shift, he went to medic, then to er-restrictions were issued(he is currently working light duty)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6141,"employees were changing out dipper teeth. employee placed hand on boom to aid in getting up, when operator began to retract boom, catching finger in knuckle. employee diagnosed with fracture and received sutures. currently off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6142,"employee picked up a 50 pound bag of rock dust to put on the loading machine and felt pain in ee's lower abdomen, hear ee's naval. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6143,"ee was working with a partner to move superswellex bolts off a flat bed. they moved one, and three others moved with it, pinching the ee's finger. ee was seen at the er, diagnosed with a fracture, and referred to ortho. ee is scheduled for surgery on 2/23.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6144,ee saw big hunk of mud along side of belt. he wanted to push it out. belt was stopped. he picked up mud fork and inverted it to poke it through. pushed forward and spike of fork hit outer ear right.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6145,ee was turning the ring gear on a very large differential checking the lash. as he turned the gear his right index finger was pinched between the screw heads holding the gear and the different ial housing. ee had an open avulsion requiring sutures and fractured finger tip. is a mechanic and cannot use his rt. hand and will be off work until cleared to use hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6146,lifting a 30# box of boosters - pulled shoulder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6147,"employee worked on #2 merrick belt shoveling and operated a 30"" steam valve in gr3. on the ride home from work the employee's back became sore and locked up. restricted to no overtime for two weeks on 6/26/08.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6148,"using pry bar on walkway of track hoe, pry bar slipped and hit him in the ear.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6149,ee had back pain while carrying a small log at the impoundment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6150,"ee was repositioning 10"" pvc pipe when pipe slipped off brace and caught ee's left hand between brace and pipe severing middle finger of left hand just below fingernail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6151,the employee stated that he was struck in the upper right facial cheek by a loose end of a flexible ventilation tube. the side shield of his eyeglasses appear to have caused a laceration to his cheek. the resultant laceration requires 6 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6152,"operator was loosening the valve it started to leak at the nipple. the operator reached to tighten the nipple to stop the leak and was contacted on his right hand and lip by hot caustic causing 1st and 2nd degree chemical burns. initial treatment involved first aid, but due to potential for infection the treatment was changed to include silvadene on 8/28/08",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6153,"ee was changing liners on rm-450. (vertical mill) the liners had worn extremely thin and as ee gripped a liner to lower it, it slipped in ee's hands and cut through ee's leather glove causing a small laceration to ee's left pinky finger. ee received 3 stitches and was released to work without restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6154,"employee had just finished cutting a piece of pipe with a hacksaw and rested arm on the work bench when something punctured left forearm. upon self examination, the employee identified and removed a 1/8"" metal splinter with fingertips. employee sought medical assistance 3 days later due to redness and swelling. medical personnel administered a shot of doxycycline.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6155,maintenance mechanic lacerated right pinky finger while attempting to manually maneuver a damper at the kiln main baghouse with a pipe wrench. the pipe wrench slipped and pinched ee's finger. the laceration required two stitches to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6156,employee was operating a d11 dozer. he backed over a rock and was jarred.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -6157,"mechanic used rag to check for debris on matting surface of yoke. metal splinter entered left ring finger. splinter pulled out mechanic said was fine. on monday 5/19/14 mechanic reported to plant manager that his finger was hurting and requested medical treatment. metal splinter was removed by doctor, there was abscess so prescription antibiotic was prescribed",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6158,ee was positioning a tail pulley into place when his hand was caught underneath the pulley. the pulley crushed his left hand severing his left hand ring finger from the upper knuckle to the tip of his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6159,"when cutting insulation back from a 8/3 cable with a razor knife, the blade slipped and came in contact with the index finger of the left hand lacerating the finger requiring three (3) sutures to close and a tetanus shot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6160,"while grinding, employee cut his finger on grinding wheel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -6161,"sledging on a 3"" bolt to remove bearing cap on 50 x 60 crusher causing a hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -6162,truck driver was trying to couple two hoses together. he was hitting the fitting with a hammer when he missed and hit his left hand. the blow from the hammer caused a contusion and broke a bon e in his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6163,"employee was pulling water hose, he turned and felt pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6164,"the employee stated ee was in the number 5 entry at spad 3592 when the incident occurred. the employee said ee was in the process of dropping down miner cable when ee's shoulder makes a ""popping"" sound. the following day the employee sought medical treatment and was placed on restricted duty. this incident is being reported as a restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6165,ee was observing another worker grease the lower bucket pin on a loader. a foreign object (grit) flew out of the relief fitting & struck his right eye. he was wearing safety glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6166,"cleaning coal in ramp s2 area, dozer operator backed into a newly dug sump. operator was wearing his seatbelt and suffered r/shoulder pain due to backing into the 12' sump at night.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -6167,"cutting mine belt when knife slipped, cutting right knee, the cut required 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6168,"cleaning up stone around cooling tower, door flew open, when he reached over to close door, hit a bump causing the door to fly back, hitting thumb pinching it between the door and frame of loader.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6169,ee was leaning backward welding overhead and thenext day had a sore back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6170,"employee was helping the repairman to work on a bucket. ee began welding on the bucket before he got his hood into the correct position causing ""welders flash burn to the eyes"".",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -6171,employee was attempting to take a pin out of toilet stall hinge with a pocket knife. the knife slipped and jabbed his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6172,"lifting a slab of stone, stone slipped, crushing the two middle fingers of the left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6173,"ee was putting a race in a coal car wheel with a sledge hammer, the hammer handle hit his leg causing the hammer to glance off to one side and hit his finger on his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6174,was trimming weeds when something flew into his eye. foreign object was imbedded.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6175,"cleaning up screen rack, lifted 1"" screen and felt a pull in his left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6176,"the employee stated that while replacing a mechanism beam on a coarse refuse screen, the became lodged against a screen side board. while trying to dislodge the beam left index finger was caught between the beam and sideboard resulting in a contusion and laceration requiring 7 sutures. ee next scheduled shift was 11/27/17.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6177,ee was washing conveyor #2a & bent over a rock fell off the conveyor striking ee's left shoulder. ee is continuing to experience numbness,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6178,bates contractor was bolting top when he swung in the drill station catching his right ring finger between platform and t-bar resulting in 3 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6179,hauling bag on shoulder and stepped out of storage onto soft ground. worker sprained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6180,"employee was removing the water truck tank drain hose, the hose popped loose from the fitting striking the employee in the mouth. the impact resulted in a contusion to the lower lip and chipped the front left tooth. the tooth will need to be capped and the employee did not miss any scheduled shifts.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6181,"ee was on the longwall face attempting to dislodge a rock from under front of a longwall shield. he felt a pain in his back. when he tried to lift the stone. improper lifting techniques may ha ve been a factor. there was no damage or impairment to the mining operation or equipment. the injury didn't involve compliance, job skills, proficiency, training, attitude or safety items.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6182,during crusher maintenance. the employee first removed the center plate which allows the shoes to be knocked out. as the shoe was placed along the top edge of the crusher it began to slide forward. in an instinctive move the employee reached out to catch the shoe resulting in the shoe mashing the tip of the employee's right pinky finger against the inside of the crusher.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6183,"employee was in engine compartment of a 793 breaking head bolts loose, felt pain in right bicep and tricep",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6184,cut left hand while cutting old belt press belt press belt off. the weight of the belt pulled hand across knife. several stitches for 3 cm laceration. y,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6185,steel fell from roof catching right index fingerbetween pinner steel and wrench.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6186,"employee was making a gasket with gum rubber and was cutting the pattern with a utility knife on a table in the carpenter shop. when the knife caught on the material and more pressure was applied, the blade came free and went across the glove on the left thumb. which resulted in employee's thumb being cut requiring 3 stitches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6187,"prior to employees shift starting, he was working on his mining belt (repairing light pouch) when he cut his hand with a knife.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6188,injured was moving miner cable when he felt pain in back. did not start missing until 1/17/2011,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6189,"employee was attempting to take off bolt from allen wrench attached to a 1/2"" ir air impact wrench. he was holding the impact wrench with right hand and his left hand was pulling on the bolt. his right hand slipped and made contact with trigger on impact wrench, causing the bolt to rotate in his left hand, causing lacerations to his left hand palm area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6190,"ee was attempting to loosen a bolt on the screening tower with a rachet. the bolt slid out slightly and due to the downward force the ee was using, his left hand came down on the metal frame and his middle finger became fx as it struck the frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6191,ee was removing a cutting edge bolt with and air wrench. the bolt spun and the bolt head cut two fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6192,employee was loading roof bolts on the roof bolting machine and as employee turned left handed employee's left forearm struck a roof bolt plate causing a laceration. employee went to raleigh general where employee received 9 sutures. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6193,employees were moving rolling scaffold tower on a slope when wheel turned and caught employee's head in between concrete pillar and scaffold.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6194,the employee was moving a piece of belt structure when he felt pain in his right shoulder. he continued working until 8/8/2011 when he began missing work due to a torn rotator cuff.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6195,while shoveling out a elevator pit employee felt a burning and pain to his left groin. he went to the doctor and has a hernia. he was operated on 7/7/08 and will be out of work for about a week.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6196,employee was using a pocket knife to cut a plastic zip tie on a fire extinguisher inspection tag in order to replace the inspection tag when the knife slipped causing a laceration to the employee's hand. the laceration required sutures to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6197,employee was pushing bolt up with a wrench and caught hand between wrench and bolt hanger bracket.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6198,"ee was working with the utility crew in 454-1 taking down waterline. as ee was taking the clamp loose the pipe separated unexpectedly, falling and catching ee's right hand between the pipe and the rail of the tele-handler basket. employee was given ice by safety then taken to the doctor to have hand examined. x-rays were negative but was given <5lbs lifting restrictions. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6199,had just completed using electrical testing rod. stood up. went to put on hard hat with rod still in hand. rod went under safety glasses and poked eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6200,"removing hydraulic hose on the secondary crusher. the hose had a kink and when they uncoupled the hose, hydraulic oil sprayed in the employees' face. he was evaluated at the clinic. eye was flushed, no material was imbedded. an antibiotic for preventative purposes was prescribed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6201,while cutting on dust line slag popped off and entered left ear.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6202,"the ee was spreading rockdust from the rockdust bag with one hand, while holding the bag of rockdust with the other hand. he stated that he felt a sharp pain in his lower back. he left work at that time, driving himself home, he went to his doctor the next day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6203,while inspecting quarry truck parts he bent/stooped over to work under bumper/frame of terex truck & felt a stabbing pain in lower back (he stated he has had lower back strain before).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6204,"employee was bolting top when a bolt wrench came off the top of the pinner head & hit him in the mouth, breaking his tooth off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6205,was cleaning the tank covers and he slipped. his back was sore and he had some numbness/tingling in his arms.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6206,"two employees were lifting a conduit bender from service truck the bender was too heavy for the two to lift. while lifting the bender out of the weight caused the bender to slide quikly, catc hing the hand between bender and bed of truck. compound fracture of middle finger, left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6207,injured was rotating a corner cutting edge on a rubber bull. the injured felt discomfort to his right bicep as the injured applied upward forced on a 2 foot lining bar.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6208,ee climbed up the ladder to spray the deck off. he reached for a hand hold and grabbed the valve on the hose. the hose came on and the pressure from the hose hit ee in the mouth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6209,"employee was moving rock on cutting table, when rock started to fall from table. he tried to catch the rock to stop it from falling off the table, when he smashed the tip of his right hand index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6210,employee was attempting to put up a roof bolt when a rock fell out striking the boom then it struck the employee in the mouth causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6211,"employee was working on a blown hydraulic hose, from a l-1400 loader. in order to repair the hydraulic line, it was necessary to undo the hard line, this caused oil to drip in area that he was working. when he tried to tighten a bolt the wrench slipped off bolt, hitting him in lower lip, this caused pprox 3 cm laceration to his lower lip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6212,"lifting box of glue and felt ""pop"" in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6213,"employee was using a torch to ct away support metal from worn end of crusher dump hopper. while holding torch with right hand, he held onto another piece of support metal with his left hand to brace himself. piece being cut with torch came loose sooner than expected striking left fingers. hospital x-rays were negative for fracture but laceration required five stitches to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6214,cold weather made the pipe more brittle than normal. typically the pipe can be cut to a certain point then the pipe can be broken with the equipment to finish the break. under normal conditions the pipe could have been broken this way. due to the cold weather making the pipe brittle the amount that was cut was not strong enough to keep from breaking on its own.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6215,"inj ee & another ee were taking off cutting edges from loader & were using a 1""gun to take the plow bolts off. one of the plow bolts spun in injured ee's gloved hand & cut his hand",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6216,"while the employee was tramming a piece of equipment, a foreign object blew into his eye. employee did not seek medical care until 8-30-00 whichmade injury reportable at that time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6217,ee was a passenger on a mantrip traveling toward the section. 2 pieces of draw rock weighing approx. 60 lbs each had fallen on the track and ee being the only passenger on the mantrip got out & moved the rocks. approx. 2 hours later into the shift he experienced intense pain in the groinarea & was transported to the hospital where he was diagnosed with a muscle strain. 2 days off.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6218,he did not have both hands on the grinder when using it with a cut off wheel. the grinder kicked back and cut his left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6219,"the employee was using a grinder when the hand tool kicked back, striking him in his mouth. the incident resulted in a cut lip and a chipped tooth. stitches were required to repair the laceration to the lip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6220,"injured was installing 8' bolt off left side of miner. he finished drilling with 5' starter drill ,stopped and attached short driver and pushed into the roof while rotating. he noticed the steel bending and left off and grabbed the steel. the steel sprung,striking left hand between thumb and index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6221,"ee was in process of moving dragline power cable. he was attempting to attach a nylon strap (attached to the power cable) to a dozer blade. in the process of doing this, he strained his lower back. started missing work on 4/28/00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6222,ee was performing work on the clinker cooler grate line.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -6223,employee was cutting a new skirting when the razor knife slipped and lacerated his left hand. employee received 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6224,"while splitting a piece of sandstone with a hammer and chisel, ee sustained a small puncture would to his left arm. he reporte the incident and received first aid treatment, but declined further medical care. on 25 july, he went to doctor, where the fragment was surgically removed and 4 sutures to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6225,ee was lifting distribution box to hang from mine roof. went to make a sudden turn and felt a pain in stomach. scheduled for hernia surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6226,ee was attempting to remove a pulley from a shaft when he struck his left hand with a hammer. this resulted in a laceration requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6227,"while removing a pump follower plate for maintenance, employee caught finger between the plate and the pump shaft. result in a facture and laceration. right hand pinky finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6228,ee was loading belt structure onto a flatbed truck when he felt a sharp pain in his right wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6229,"another ee was using an air mailer and hit a glancing mail on wood frame, the stray nail flew thought the air and struck ee on right cheek on his face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6230,"ee was preparing to use a cutting torch. his cutting goggles were on his hard hat. as he was pulling them down to put over his eyes, he got a foreign object in his eye. *this is being reported to msha late because it was not officially reported internally to luck stone until 5/24/07.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6231,"employee was hurrying to get out of the rain as heavy rain was coming down during severe thunderstorm. in haste, they got their left middle finger caught between door and door frame of forklift as door slammed shut, causing laceration requiring sutures. no lost time, no lost wages. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6232,employee was mopping the floor when they cut a finger on an outlet box. we were notified on 2/6/19 from a doctor that there were stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6233,investigation revealed employee was cutting knotches in belt to mark bad places. the employee struck his left index finger with the knife causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6234,"employee was sawing timber when the saw jumped, hitting his left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6235,employee was trying to relieve pressure on a hydraulic system on the auxilary crusher by taking the fitting off a cylinder. employee did not verify that all the pressure was exhausted from the hydraulic system. when the employee attempted to remove a hydraulic hose the coupling kicked back and caused an injury to the employee's right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6236,employee was lifting some heavy grating metal to put it up on a trailer. while lifting and throwing the grating he felt a pop in his right shoulder. he was taken to seek medical attention. he is scheduled for an mri and was put on restricted duty until the results of the test.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6237,"a metal chilzel hit ee above his left eye, bruises under his right eye. this happened while working on the rail knuckle off of the old payloader. he was working with a fellow ee. the chilzel p opped out of the area in which they were trying to get loose and the flying objects hit ee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6238,employee was working txs saw and was lifting stone to the conveyor. the employee went to load a 30 pound stone and felt a sharp pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6239,"contractor was working in the mine repairing a belt. the contractor was cutting a piece of beltwith a utility knife and a straight edge. while cuttng the belt, his hand slipped cutting his right thigh just above the knee",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6240,employee was using his hands to clean out a drop box when a piece of metal in the drop box penetrated his right ring finger and became imbeded.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6241,"pad was flooded, shutting unit down, caustic splashed up on pants, causign burns to bilateral lower legs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6242,ee was holding a trailing cable from a roof bolter and the cable came out of the hangers and struck him on the lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6243,employee was cutting the tip off a silicon tube when the knife slipped and stabbed himself in the right leg above the knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6244,"on the 20th of january 2003 at approximately 3:20 pm ee a loader operator for douds stone, inc was attempting to move a 4"" water line that was used to pump water from the pit to a settling pond, weather conditions at the time of the incident was clear and cold, +or- 17 degrees and thewater line was frozen in the mud. while pulling on the water line he felt a twinge and burning",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6245,"employee was working indoors on a hydro splitter and was cutting the ends off the stone to square them off. while lowering the head of the machine, the stone flipped up and flipped up pinching his left hand between the stone and top of the machine. this resulted in a left hand middle finger fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6246,"employee was installing the parking brake on a 988b cat hilift. he had to manually maneuver it around the steering cylinder. in doing so, he strained a muscle in his back. there was no loss work time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6247,due to shoveling under cnv 2 repeated motion to an old injury. right shoulder. went to orthopedic on 04/26/2013 where he was placed with some restrictions 40 hour work week and lifting restrictions. he is still performing his normal duties and has not lost any work days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6248,victim was using a wrench to remove a starter. the wrench slipped off the bolt an struck the victim on the right elbow causing a contusion to the elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6249,"2 employees were positioning two drainage pipes to join together. in the process of aligning and joining, one ee had his finger caught. the impact resulted in a laceration and fracture to his right ring finger (last joint at fingernail).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6250,"prior to accident & during crane steup, operator damaged auxilary lifting sheave on crane. he failed to report or to take action to repair damage. after job completeion ee was helping operator prepare crane for removal from job site. at this time damaged auxilary sheave fell from crane striking and injuring ee. accident was direct result of ee's misconduct.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6251,employee was performing arc welding near a highly reflective surface. welding flash was being reflected off this surface through the back of his welding helmet/shield & was able to strike both of his eyes causing a welding arc flashburn. employee sought medical attn. & was instructed to avoid work for four days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -6252,employee strained his right shoulder when he lifted a 45 lb from the floor to a chest high pallet. doctor released him on 12-27-04 w/o restrictions or medical treatment. went to another doctor on 5-19-04 and was given an injection to relieve pain in his shoulder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6253,"employee was tightening bolts on a motor lead at the 7th 54 belt header, when the ratchet slipped causing him to hit his nose causing a laceration. he received stitches. the mine was idle for vacation from 6-28-04 until 7-12-04.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6254,employee was working on valve on the south dam. ee attempting to close the valve with a pipe wrench when ee heard a pop in shoulder and immediately felt pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6255,"ie was going through a mandoor between the track entry and return. used right hand to push against the frame as they pulled the door open with right. the door slipped out of hand and closed striking right index, middle, and ring fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6256,"while repairing springs on hopper gate, it wouldn't shut, so he lifted it and it slammed shut on his right hand index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6257,was using a grinder on tailgate and the grinder got caught and jerked back into nose. nostril was cut and received sutures at salem clinic urgent care.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6258,member was making a belt splice and a piece of metal from a ballpin hammer struck his left forearm causing a small puncture wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6259,"ee was cleaning top of punch plates on #1 shaker, as he hit rock it busted in several pieces and came back and hit ee on his right leg at the shin area. ee did not go to dr until 10-31-01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6260,while removing th engine hood from haul truck the hood fell against safety cables & smashed employees little finger tip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6261,performing filter press trouble shooting and was bending down to walk under structure when at same time pry bar caught grating and then contacted nose and upper lip resulting in lacerations requiring sutures to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6262,the employee was working with an air operated heavy impact wrench to tighten a nut. the tool came off while rotating and struck employee's right hand. injury is now resulting in lost time effective 5/9/2005 due to surgery on that date.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6263,"field maintenance technician was using 2 1/2"" bolts to attach the propel transmission to the carbody of a shove. the hydraulic torque wrench slipped off the nut being tightened and struck him in the mouth lacerating his lip. he received 5 sutures in his lip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6264,"employee states he was performing a flow test on a fire hydrant and the valve was stuck. as he applied more force on the spanner wrench, the valve broke loose and the wrench spun in an uncontrolled manner allowing his hand to contact the metal id tag affixed to the hydrant resulting in a laceration that required sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6265,ee was releasing brake on grader when he felt a pop in his thumb. he did not seek medical attention at that time. he continued to experience pain so saw doctor on 4/10/02 and was placed on res tricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6266,"switching seats in shuttle car, employee grabbed handle and when he pulled himself up he felt a pain in his shoulder",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6267,employee was loading the carousel on dr05. the adjustment wheels on the carousel were too tight and he had force the bolt into the carousel slots. when he forced the bolt in his left outer thumb upper knuckle was lacerated on a previously loaded bolt and plate. it took stitches to close cut.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6268,"while trimming a belt splice with a utility knife, the knife slipped and the employee lacerated his right thumb requiring 8 stitches. the employee was wearing gloves at the time of the accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6269,employee was pulling a dolly with a hydra helper up the stairs to switch pumps. he complained of pain in his lower abdomen. he was evaluated by a physician and diagnosed with a hernia-loss time started on 6/30/11.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6270,"employee was rebuilding a dodge gear box. as the employee turned over the box, it fell on the tip of ee's right hand index finger, crushing the tip. the employee requested only first aid treatment at the time of the injury. the finger continued to bother ee and ee went to the dr. on 2/10/22 and the diagnosis was a broken bone at the tip of the index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6271,"during kiln shutdown, employee was helping to lay brick in the floor of the kiln when a kiln brick fell from the pallet and struck his right knee cap. x ray was negative for fracture, but e mployee was placed on light duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6272,ee was cutting a belt lacing with a utility knife when the knife slipped and cut his leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6273,ee was prying angle iron off ford trk & jammed his thumb. at the time he thought it was just sprained. it contd to bother him at which time he saw a dr recently,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6274,"employee was replacing batteries on a track backhoe. ee slipped on the track and the battery fell on hand, causing the injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6275,employee was helping lift a piece of steel to take to the saw. when employee lifted the steel employee said employee felt a pop in lower back. took to doctor on 3/27/2018 and was given restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6276,"while lifting belt bed rail and loading them in a scoop car, the employee felt a pop in his lower back. lta began may 24.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6277,ee was using a cutting torch to cut the bolts off a d-11 brawler blade cutting edge. when he cut the last belt the cutting fall from the elevated blade striking him on the right leg. he was ta ken to the emergency room where he was diagnoied with a fractured tibria and fibria.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6278,making up bolt went to throw ahead of bolter. bolt caught on a bolt hanging over side of bolter pushing pan into arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6279,"while attempting to remove a belt scraper, the opposite end slid out of the housing, causing the scraper shaft to tilt on the end the employee was working on. the employees thumb was smashed between the scraper shaft and the housing for the conveyor head pulley.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6280,miner was lifting a 50# gear reducer up onto a shaft that was in front of ee. while lifting ee heard and felt a snap in ee's right forearm in the muscle. amount of damage is undetermined at this time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6281,"reportable only due to sutures - shearer drum was cutting toward headgate and was at 30 shield and the operator was at 24 shield when a piece of rock came up panline knocking employee down and hard hat off, when standing up employee hit head resulting in laceration to top of head requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6282,employee was helping split a pinner cable when the knife slipped and cut his left hand just below his thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6283,employee was carrying a compressor filter when they tripped causing them to fall and cut their hand through their glove on the metal casing of the filter. employee was taken to the clinic and received 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -6284,while removing a plate on the joy miner the plate slipped and a sharp edge cut his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6285,"operator was working on drill while it was running, an electronic senser was activated and his finger was caught in the rod holders when they closed. the tip of his left middle finger was crushed and severed from his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6286,drilling hole for roofbolt & a piece of drawrockfell mashing & cutting his lt. hand in web. between thumb & index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6287,"while installing new miner conveyor, beating links together, sledge hammer came apart & metal pierced ee's leg on shin near calf. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6288,"employee picked up box of boosters and felt pull in back, it hurt and became tight.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6289,he was cutting metal band off a pallet of roof jacks. the band snapped back hitting his right hand causing a laceration that required 4 sutures to close wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6290,"employee was working at the tabor screen replacing top decks on screen and bent over working and felt a pain in his right knee. this incident was treated as a first aid as no medical treatment nor modified duty was required. due to continued pain, treatment was administered on may 19 elevating this injury to a medical.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6291,"the injured was raising the promixity box on the side of the miner to check the panel, the box slipped from his hand and mashed the end of his thumb off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6292,ee was shoveling coal onto the belt line. when he felt pain in his back and right hip. ee went off work on 8/13/13.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6293,"dry condition, daylight time. employee received burns from the boiling water inside the slurry pump while attempting to repair it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6294,"employee was pushing on a piece of 2"" angle iron when he felt a pop in his shoulder. employee requested to see dr on july 16th and was returned to work at full duty. employee was given a prescription for a muscle relaxer at the visit.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6295,"ee was using a b&o hammer and a 3lb. sledge hammer to remove a pin from an endloader bucket tooth. as he was swinging the sledge hammer, it glanced off the tooth beside the one he was working on. this resulted in the hammer striking his lt.index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6296,"while grinding a weld off the bed of the dump truck utilizing leather gloves, repositioned ee to a squatting position while grinding in left hand requiring constant hand pressure, lost balance and caught himself with right hand on the deck of the dump truck. the grinder struck the floor and moved striking the top of right hand",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6297,using hand drill and stone chip hit right eye,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6298,"employee had descended the ladder on shovel 820 and was attempting to slide the ladder back into place. the employee grabbed the ladder with his right hand and attempted to push the ladder back into place. when he exerted force against the ladder, he strained his right bicep. the doctor placed him on restricted duty. employee has not missed any shifts.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6299,employee put left hand on cable to remove slack. he was holding control in right hand. employee pressed incorrect button & finger was pulled in sheave. returned to work (light duty) on 11/9/09.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -6300,"ee was raising up 4"" aquamine waterline, line broke hitting employee in left arm. injury resulted in splint to left hand and thumb. this report is being generated under protest to terminate citation #9006086.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6301,employee was removing ash material from lime kiln. a large piece of ash material became lodged in the man way opening. ee tried to dislodge the material from the opening by placing his left hand between the ash material & the metal manway opening. while doing this his left hand became lodged causing him to smash his left little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6302,"when the employee took a bolt out of the rear end of a scoop, the rear end dropped down and caught the employee's left hand between the impact wrench he was holding and the floor of the shop. the employee suffered a laceration to the palm of his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6303,employee was feeling discomfort in his shoulder over a period of several weeks and received physical therapy for the discomfort. not seen at clinic until 7/1/03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6304,"at 1b tailgate return airway: checking on water levels, put on rubber boots to walk through deeper water. ""when task was completed i couldn't get the rubber boots off so i hooked the heel of the rubber on the end of a 4"" piece of plastic drainage pipe to gain leverage pulling back to get boot off. i pulled my left leg hamstring muscle.""",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6305,putting a conveyor belt splice in the 3/4 conveyor @ the finish plant.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6306,"employee was cutting a piece of mine belt with a utility knife, when the knife slipped, causing a laceration to the right thigh. he received 5 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6307,"after placing a trash bag into a drum, the oiler pressed down on the plastic bag to deflate. a small wire pierced through the bag and his glove. it made a small mark on his middle right finger. two days later he experienced pain and swelling in the finger. treatment for infection was given at the local er. no work restrictions were given to employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6308,employee was attempting to re-install a horizontal pin on the longwall face conveyor. the ram advanced pushing the face conveyor out while the employee was installing the pin. the pan line caught the employee's right hand resulting in amputation of the first joint of the little finger and received a crushing injury to the ring finger that required surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6309,employee smashed right ring finger causing a fracture to the tip of the bone and an avulsion when ee's hand got caught between a diwydag sling and the cable come-along handle while lowering centenary belt structure.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6310,employee was cleaning out trays under drums on the crane. employee was holding drag cable with left hand and reaching under the drum with right hand with small shovel scooping dirt and throwing the dirt behind him and strained his right upper back. he received a thoracic strain. he is restricted.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6311,"ee was hammering bolt, sliver of metal broke off and struck ee's left forearm. employee received stitches making this reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6312,was tightening a turn buckle when hammer slippedstriking miner in face cutting lower lip and breaking tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6313,"while ee was filling 5 gal bucket with soap and exiting an area where other containers were stored, his foot was caught on said containers and caused ee to trip. as he was falling his left forearm contacted a hot muffler on steam cleaner. this caused 2nd degree burns to effected area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6314,employee was removing a low trac from the north main belt line at crosscut 53 to make repairs to the canopy post leg. when he got it through the double doors the canopy post came off and hit employee on the right shoulder. employee did not start missing time from this injury until 1/08/2015.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6315,ee reported pain in his shoulder. he said he did not have an accident but the pain persisted. he saw a dr. and was told to return to the neurosurgeon that he had been seeing for a previous injury to the shoulder. worker comp. denied this claim and ee remains off work while mri and other tests are being performed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6316,"a plugged chute switch shut the plant feed belt off. an individual reported to the chute. ee saw 6"" - 18"" rock plugging the grizzly in the chute. ee attempted to dislodge one of the rocks with hand. another rock dislodged dropping onto ee's hand smashing the right hand, little finger between the two rocks. the outside edge of ee's little finger was lacerated requiring stitches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6317,employee was putting main line structure together which requires a cable to hold the coal belt off the structure that is when the cable slipped leaving the belt fall striking ee's forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6318,"while taking a flat car around a curve, the car derailed. injured attempted to uncouple the car but it was in a bind and would not uncouple. injured used a slate bar to pry the pin loose. draw head uncoupled violently and caused the slate bar to strike him on the right side of his face and neck",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6319,"employee removing rock stuck in crusher, rock was sharp and cut right pinky finger of employee. 5 stitches required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6320,while attempting to drive a wedge between loader bucket and wire strip the wedge sprung back striking employee on the cheek resulting in a laceration requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6321,ee was accessing a work deck thru a man door. the door was bumped by another ee causing victim's right hand to be pinched in door & door frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6322,the employee was climbing up the ladder on a front end loader when he felt something pop in his left elbow. there was no trauma to the elbow. no defects were found but the investigation is con tinuing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6323,while changing scoop batteries an attempt resulted in the batteries positioned improperly on the forks of the scoop. the operator lifted the batteries and prepared to back against the rib. the injured employee was standing at the back of the scoop. ee flagged operator to stop. while getting jumper out of the way batteries slid off end of forks falling onto employees left foot. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6324,the men received a hairline fracture to left arm when a tension bolt suddenly broke one when he was removing it. will be off work 1 week due to holidays and weekend should return following wednesday.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6325,emplyoee was throwing rock from the no. 3 shield back into or towards the gob area and as he was throwing a rock he caught his right hand between the base lift cylinder and the rock. this resu lted in a cut to his right ring finger that required 8 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6326,employee was lifting on a pulley guard that was stuck in semi-frozen mud. about 45 min. later he began to have pain in the lower right abdomen/groin area. he said he did not initially injure himself at work; that he had severe pain the previous week and he had to stop doing physical activity. we sent him to the doctor as a precaution and he was prescribed naprosyn 800mg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6327,ee was using a jackhammer clearing a plugged chute in #2 reclaim feeder and later that day his back started to hurt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6328,"while bolting low ribs with a jackleg, the leg kicked out causing the machine to fall. employee picked up the machine and in the process of repositioning it his left index finger was pinched by the chuck tender. this caused a cut to the left index finger, that required 6 stitches to repair, and employee was given a full medical release back to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6329,"ee was hammering some rust off of some metal in a bin in which he was getting ready to repair. while hammering, some type of debris got in his eye (he was wearing safety glasses), and extremely irritated left eye. went to doctor, but there was no debris in eye, just irritated. doctor gave prescription ointment for eye, thereby making it reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6330,ee was stepping away from a roof bolter and hit his knee on the machine causing bruising and stiffness.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6331,"worker shoveling felt upper back discomfort. went to medical facility and was told it was a simple strain of upper back. subsequently felt more discomfort and was given prescription, causing a recordable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6332,"grinding on suction valve for about 2 hours alternating with co worker and supervisor, minimal soreness at end of day, woke with pain and weakness to lateral right shoulder with raising arm and overhead motion, right side of back sore",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6333,"while releasing the roof screen mesh from the top of the atrs individual had right elbow pinched between mesh support plate and atrs main frame. this caused a severe bruise to right elbow area, resulting in missing work to allow swelling to subside.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6334,"employee was lifting steel weights for a gravity belt take up to remove them. at the end of the shift he reported pain in the abdomen. he was referred to a doctor, fmc received the medical information on 10/22/2013 to show this hernia was work related.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6335,employee's hard hat was knocked off and hit head on roof bolt,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6336,employee was descending the rear mounting ladder on the lube truck. as the employee reached the bottom step and transferred to the ground the employee has holding onto the ladder step. the ring on his left ring finger caught on the anti-slip metal protrusion of the ladder handle resulting in a laceration to the ring finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6337,"while closing metal lid on a railcar, spring on the hinges caught, causing pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6338,was fusing pipe - lifted up roller handle to raise done pipe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6339,employee was removing lip saver from bucket of 340 excavator with sledge hammer. a small piece of metal struck his lower right leg. the piece of metal was removed and four stitches were required. the employee returned to regular job at full capacity the same day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6340,"employee works at stone quarry. ""smashed"" left hand between two stones causing soreness",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6341,"after decking a hole, walked back to the bulk truck to get a plug, felt pain in low back, continued loading holes, pain got worse and went down right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6342,"affected employee was in the process of changing crushing steel in #3 hp300 crusher. when removing and staging the feed hopper from the crusher, employee's small finger on his left hand was caught between the feed hopper hood and the adjacent roll crusher take up guard. employee was seen by ohn who referrred him to first med where he received 7 sutures to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6343,ratchet slipped off of nut causing socket to hit employee in mouth. employee has broken/chipped teeth and laceration/swollen lips. employee was taken to company doctor and dentist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6344,employee was opening and closing lids on trucks at load out. the catwalk used for access to lids hung up on a safety rail on the trailer. when the employee tried to pull the catwalk free the employee injured left elbow. employee stated felt a sharp pain in left arm at the elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6345,"ee was placing 8""x 9'3"" steel beams for alignment on inbeds at a crusher facility. he was in a squatting position & while moving one of the beams, he felt a pulling sensation in his right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6346,employee was attempting to extract a broken miner bit from a lug using a hammer and struck his left thumb.medical treatment injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -6347,"while bolting, ee felt a pinch in left chest area. doctor diagnosed as a left pectoralis muscle strain",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6348,ee was setting handrail section in position. he set it on his left little finger pinching the fingernail & damaging the tip pulling it free. finger repair same day by orthopedic surgeon. ee we nt back to work at his own request light duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6349,"while putting the tongs on the kelly bar to break the tool joint, the injured ee was under the tong, trying to set it. slack in the tong line allowed the tong to roll down after it lost its bite on the kelly bar, thus striking the injured ee on the shoulder. the ee was sitting on a crib block, his tailbone was broken.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6350,"piece of rock fell on employee's back, knocking him into canopy, sttiking his face on canopy.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6351,employee was helping to stack block to build a brattice. when he reached for a block he cut his hand on a jagged metal band that had been cut on the bundle of blocks. the cut required two stitches to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6352,ee was taking stone from bucket to palletize. stone slipped out of hands and landed on left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6353,ee was banding a pallet of stone without his gloves on and he reached a round pallet for tightener when the banding caught him across his left top hand and lacerated his hand and was sent to h ospital to get stitches 4 stitches total.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6354,"while operating a miner, the rib rolled and struck him in the middle of the back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -6355,employee was mounting haul truck and felt a pain in left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6356,"while changing the jaw on the primary, ee crawled inside to tighten some bolts. he was pushing with his legs when he felt something pop. he is treating currently.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6357,ee alleges he strained his back while shoveling belt. ee continued to work until 5-29-03 and then started missing time due to injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6358,ee was removing a filter under a backhoe while performing a pm on the rw side. when ee was maneuvering ee's body some dirt fell off of ee's coveralls and on ee's face. some of this dirt went under ee's safety glasses and into ee's eye. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6359,injured employee was adjusting the tail roller bearing when it slipped smashing the employees right little finger between the bearing and tailpiece frame. er diagnosis: fracture of right little finger and referral to specialty care. er physician excused injured from work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6360,employee stated he was replacing a cotter pin on dust screw with a screwdriver in hand and it slipped and cut finger of metal of flope gate.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6361,"employee was working on a pump in shotctrete, filled water with a hole in his boot. he did not immediately rinse the area and several hours later received a burn to his ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6362,employee was cleaning out the hopper and was sliding large frozen chunks of lime. he was bending and turning and felt a pull in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6363,ee was loading the truck to prepare for a delivery and as he lifted a bag of cement onto the truck he felt pain in his right stomach area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6364,employee was fanning empty bags prior to placing them into the packaging machine. he has pain in his left forearm and right shoulder. employee states that this is a condition that occurred over time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6365,"ee was using a hand crank to tighten a screen. his left thumb became entangled in the crank handle & was twisted. he did not seek medical attention until 12/5/05. the dr diagnosed sprain & returned him to full duty. on 3/22/06 he saw an orthopedic specialist who determined he would have to have minor surgery on 3/29/06. no lost days, no restricted days.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6366,"the ee claims that as he was lifting a vent tube over the exhaust tube behind the section fan, he felt a pain in his back. the ee received an injection for pain. he did not miss any work. the incident happened due to the improper lifting of the ee. this incident did not involve compliance with rules or req, mining equipment, job skills, training nor attitude, nor any ppe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6367,"employee was climbing down the silo ladder, his footing slipped and he scraped his back on the ladder cage.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6368,employee was descending the ladder of a haul truck when he felt a pinch in his shoulder. employee sought medical attention at a later date and was taken off of work making this reportable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6369,"three employees were being lowered from raw millstructure in a personnel basket. the man with the radio in the basket lost contact with the crane operator. the operator continued down striking beam on ground, tipping basket. men were jolted.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -6370,"employee was cutting bands on screen wire. band came back and cut left hand. the reason for the delay in reporting was completion of the accident investigation. ee had micro surgery on february 4, 2016 and became reportable at that time. ee did not miss any work. ee is currently on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6371,ee was replacing cables on a bridge crane and was placing the cable across from the notch to the smooth section of the auxiliary hoist. ee directed the operator to come up on the hoist. ee lost balance and caught hand under cable,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6372,"employee was putting pusher steel onto driver with up pressure, steel bent, spring back and hit left hand",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6373,ee and other were removing 4' long sections of steel skirt boards ont he new c3 conveyor being constructed int he south end of the stone tunnel. he began to pull a section away from the convey or or at approx. 10:30 am standing between the conveyor frame and the tunnel wall in an awkward position and twisted his back handling the section with other. he continued working. the back g,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6374,ee stated he was carrying a bucket of plaster and tripped causing liquid to splash into his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6375,"the employee was on a 6"" ladder, 2-3' above the deck unwiring the motor on a reclaim pump in preparation for removal and inspection. the check valve on a high pressure water line failed result ing in water spraying the area. the employee was struck by the pressurized water and knocked off the ladder landing on his right buttock. he went to the emergency room on 1-14-2000 and a cour",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from ladders -6376,employees finger became pinch between loader bucket and attachment pin. employee was taken to clinic where treatment beyond first aid was rendered.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6377,"person was attempting to lower fire valve installed in belt entry. the pipe the valve was attached to broke and when doing so struck the person in the head. the result of this was a ruptured ear drum, laceration to the head and fracture of the orbital bones around the right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6378,three employees were moving the 7400 dragline which is powered by a large power cable in which a dozer is used to move while walking the dragline to the new location. the ground man was directing the dozer operator were to go when the cable was caught under some material and caused the cable to pop and struck the employee under the right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6379,"while loosening a valve on a fire hydrant prior to washing down the asphalt, worker received a blow to the left eye from the valve as it blew off the hydrant. tetanus shot and 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6380,drill mass dropped on his foot. crushing injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6381,"employee was in the process of inspecting #6 evaporator, 1st effect when the eye injury occurred. as he looked up into the vertical segment of the evaporator, a drop of caustic liquor fell int o his left eye. medication was prescribed to aid the healing of the chemical burn in his eye. employee is not on restrictions and is not losing any time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6382,employee was reaching for bedrail being used to hold belt in place while changing out the f-16 belt tail roller. the tail roller swung over and caught the tip of his left little finger between the bedrail and tail roller resulting in a fracture to the tip of the left little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6383,"associate was removing a bolt on tool box from the bed of an out of service vehicle. there was a great deal of pressure on the bolt and when the wrench slipped off, associate lost his balance and fell to the ground breaking his left wrist",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -6384,"ee was working and dust and water was blown into his face. foreign body in left eye. seen at er, referred to ophthalmologist, put off work for one shift. returned to work full duty 06/11/12.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6385,"injured was helping on miner, when a piece of rock was throws out of the boom, striking him in the hose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6386,"ee was adjusting water valve beside shaker on plant #1, he was adjusting the valve with his right hand and his left hand was laid on top pipe, rock bounced off of shaker hitting his left thumb nail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6387,"ee was assisting in removal of gantry pin from the 24 shovel. a spacer, along with a hydraulic ram was being used. as pressure was being applied with the ram the spacer came out of place striking the ee in the right shoulder. ee was taken to grmc x-rays negative for break. diagnosed with contusion to right shoulder. placed on restrictions for 3 days; released back to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6388,"while using a folding pocket knife on strap of vent back, knife slipped, cutting left index finger. received 5 stitches and released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6389,"emp. was welding on an axel beam which weighed approx. 570 lbs. emp. was positioned on a 4x4 open metal structure box. emp. was attempting to turn the beam over when it flipped and smashed his right hand, between axel beam and 4x4 metal box being used as a work platform.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6390,ee was using a hand grinder when the grinder came in contact with the edge of the crusher or a small bolt causing grinder to kick back and strike his face. ee received a laceration to his face requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6391,on 3/25 employee was removing a jaw crusher wheel with a sledge hammer when he felt a pain in his right shoulder. he sought medical attention on 3/28 and was diagnosed with a shoulder strain. he was placed on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -6392,employees right pinky finger was pinched between a truck box and a scrap skip when his load shifted.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6393,"operator was dumping a dissolving mill (5ml01b) and had valve 1/2 open. there was low flow. when the hot liquor broke free, it sprayed out on operator, went down his foot and burned right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6394,"ee was carrying trash in both hands, stopped to talk to a coworker, turned to resume walking, and tripped on a lifted piece of metal on the floor. fell and landed on right side. xrays to the upper arm and shoulder were negative and the ee was released to full duty. follow-up resulted in the ee being put off work and on narcotic pain meds.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -6395,employee had left ring finger pinched while prepping swivel for king pin on radial stacker. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6396,ee was changing the belt lacing on discharge conveyor while prying the old lace loose his hand slipped resulting in laceration on middle finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6397,employee was using a grinder to cut a bearing off a shaft when debris got in eye past face shield and safety glasses. employee did not feel any irritation in eye until the following day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6398,"employee was drilling hole for roof bolt, steel fell striking his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6399,ee was working the fill on a d-6 dozer he was moving from 1 work area to another when he ran over a large rock sticking up & jarred himself he has chronic back problems but his caused pain & n umbness in legs,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -6400,"employee attempting to remove fill plug on final drive on d11r dozer using a 3/4 ratchet. when plug broke loose, finger was caught between ratchet and bolt head on final drive. as a result, finger was mashed and cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6401,while replacing a drill steel onto its carosel the end slipped out and pinched the small fingeron his r hand. the laceration required 6 stitches and he returned to work. however his finger became infected & was restricted from working,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6402,ee was in cage with 5 others from collar to 5th level to begin shift. a safety belt and lanyard was set on the floor of the cage. part of the belt got under the cage doors and hung on shaft. p erson across from injured hit her with the brim of his hard hat.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6403,employee was lowering a raised step assembly and dropped steps. hand railing hit employee on side of head. employee received laceration on forehead.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6404,ee was operating a roof bolter. hb drill steels were stuck together. as he was pulling them apart the bottom section came loose and hit his nose causing a fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6405,"employee was setting cribs when ee pinched a finger on left hand between a crib and the mine roof, lacerating that finger that required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6406,"ee was removing a 3/4"" bolt using a tone sr71e simple torque gun. as the bolt became loose, he released the trigger and reached in to remove the bolt while the gun was still spinning. his left thumb became pinched between the torque reactor bar and the steel beam. his basic reaction was to pull his thumb free. as he did, the pinched condition caused his thumb to be injured.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6407,worker dropped crusher part on hand cutting 3 fingers possibly breaking one finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6408,employee was holding a wrench in left hand and with right hand hit wrench with hammer. left pinky finger was caught between beam and wrench cutting the finger. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6409,"while removing guarding from head drive, the guard sprang back striking him on the face, causing a laceration.( he received stitches.)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6410,the supervisor lifted a sump pump for the scrap dumpster and strained right shoulder. he reported to 1st aid on 12/18/07(no medical treatment given). the employee's shoulder was still bothering him and he was sent to the clinic for treatment on 1/16/08. he has been given cold treatments in therapy for the injured shoulder. injury should reflect back to december of 2007.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6411,"ee was trying to move struck level arm on cement pump. while pushing down, he experienced pain in shoulder. ee did not go to dr until may 5, 2000. dr recommended modified duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6412,employee was helping welder in screen #105 rollaway when he got flashed in both eyes. he had handed welder 2 welding rods and the reflection flashed him in both eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -6413,4th & 5th fingers of left hand were caught in a pulley as operator was trying to hoist an electrical motor up to a platform.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6414,"injured was shoveling and cleaning along #1 belt. attempted to dislodge block from mud and became nauseated. dr is possible hernia. no equipment was involved and there was no compliance to rul es and regulation violated. the attitude toward job skills or lack of awareness may have have a contributing factor. protective items, devices or equipment were not factors.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6415,ee rigging comealongs when repairing drag conveyor. the comealongs were anchored to a steel pipe whick broke striking the ee in the head. ee was stabilized and transported by ambulance to local er. he did have a concussion. ee was examined and released later in the evening.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6416,"the employee was closing a compartment in the crusher. upon pressing forward with strength, he felt an excruciating pain in his right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6417,"while the employee washoveling into the 1104 dragline, the tipping valves opened up, blowing dust out of the inspection cover hitting the employee in the eyes, causing an abrasion to both eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6418,employee experienced pain in left foot which he feels is caused by running from wet end of mill to the control room several times. did not report until 12-20-04.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6419,"employee was working on 8 x 20 h&r screen. the metal screen had some jagged rips in it, ee's wrench slipped off the nut which caused him to hit the rip in the screen. he had a 2""laceration on his forearm, laceration was deep. ee did not want medical treatment at the time, first aid was rendered. late afternoon he went to the hospital & 2 stitches were needed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6420,"the employee injured left shoulder dragging slickline on 8/2. continued to work unrestricted until 9/18. began missing work 9/19. this incident did not involve any aspect of compliance with rules and regulations; mine equipment or mining system; job skills and miner proficiency, training and attitude; or protective items relating to clothing, or protective devices on equipment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6421,employee was straightening a rear access step on a cat 980g front end loader. the employee was using a steel bar to straighten the step. the bar slipped free causing employee to lose balance and place all his weight and momentum on lower right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6422,"employee operating hand drill, assumes that his pant leg was up against the highest part of the turning drill steel. employee pant leg was pulled into the drill steel and shut the drill off. a second employee saw the entanglement and used hammer to remove the pin that holds the bit in the drill to release the bit. an abrasion with laceration of approximately 3"" was sustained.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -6423,"employee was standing too close while pulling on a drill steel, got hit in face with the drill steel. ***reportable only due to stitches***",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6424,"the miner operator was tramming the miner to a new cut and as the miner crossed over a dip in the mine floor, it slid and the boom contacted the operator's right leg. the miner operator's extent of injuries was a puncture wound caused by the miner boom. sutures to close the wound was applied.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6425,"employee was replacing bottom roller on tractor.a rock that was caught btwn push arm & frame fell & hit employee on back of head. his head struck concrete floor pushing his hard hat into his f orehead cutting him. rock was 18-24"" diam. the tractor was @ mmi repair shop & had just been moved to concrete apron around shop. employee said he normally checks for rocks on the frames.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6426,ee was using a wrench impact releasing a nut and twisted ee's right hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6427,"while attempting to unplug the jaw with a wedge, the wedge got snagged and pinched his foot on the rail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6428,a shop mechanic was trouble shooting the airflow through the radiator fan when employee's right hand fifth finger came in contact with the fan blade. resulting in a laceration requiring seven stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6429,"was helping unplug the crusher they were lettingthe side cover swing shut, it caught his glove and took his hand with it, smashing his thumb",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6430,"ee stated ee and another employee was laying rail at the #4 head drive. the rail was raised up using a forklift they were attempting to pry the rail over when it slipped off the forklift, the slate bar and rail came down landed on front of ee's foot causing bruising, they said the chain they had secured the rail with came undone allowing it to fall",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6431,employee was cutting the conveyor belt in preparation of making a splice. the belt knife slipped and cut his knee. stitches were required to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6432,"employee was pulling on a jammed gate. when the gate gave way, the gate pinned his right thumb between a large bolt.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6433,employee was removing a rock from the grizzly feeder and strained his left elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6434,the employee stated he injured his right middle finger allowing to rest on the drill pot while installing a bolt and the finger was caught between the drill pot and bolt. he is missing work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6435,"employee was moving liners to install on a conveyor belt. felt a strain in the abdomen. originally, thought it was a pulled muscle. had a hernia repaired on 2/17/23. returned to work on restricted duty on 2/20/23. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6436,the employee was dragging a tow cable. he dropped the cable and it struck his right thigh causing a laceration. sutures were required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6437,"ee was using an 8lb sledge hammer to open a valve. when the ee swung the hammer and struck the valve handle, the hammer bounced back and struck ee on the mouth. result was three chipped teeth and a loose tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6438,member was operating miner and was cleaning up last part of cutting cycle. he was backing the cont miner up and stopped it to attach rope to pull cable when draw rock fell striking right hand causing laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6439,employee pulled a retractable line on a fall prevention yoyo and injured his left middle finger. he reported it at about 11:00 am. he was wearing all ppe including gloves. employee declined medical treatment. then at about 3:25 pm he said he wanted to go to the doctor as a precaution.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6440,while removing an empty oil drum off storage rack employee allegedly sprained lower back and hip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6441,"the ee was adjusting some screws on the disks brakes of an article truck (#350). the screw driver broke, cutting his right hand thumb. they gave him 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6442,ee was trying to insert a 2ml glass pipette into a dispenser when the pipette broke. the broken end of the pipette cut his palm & three of his fingers. he was taken to local hospital & received five stitches on his pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6443,"miner was kneeling while performing maintenance. when miner stood up, ee felt pain in ee's right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6444,"ee was trying to push up a bent roof bolt. the wrench he was holding slipped, causing drill to mash his right middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6445,employee was changing out oxygen and acetylene bottles on a utility trailer when he strained his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6446,"ee along with another ee, was moving a cutting lip into position to attach to an endloader bucket. they each had ahold of one end of the lip. the other ee let go of his end without giving any warning and injured ee's right index finger was pinched between the lip and the shop floor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6447,"ee was installing a roof bolt on rib area. he slipped on loose coal, while trying to recover his balance, he grabbed the lower boom lever and pinned his foot. x-rays revealed 2 broken toes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6448,"installing bolts, bent bolt to put into hole, when straightening bolt, injured left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6449,"injured was changing a t-bar on a roof bolter. while taking the bolts off ee strained shoulder. ee was seen by the dr. on 12/16/2019 and placed on restricted duty, only, for a muscle strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6450,employee injured left shoulder while lifting patient into ambulance. employee required surgery on 8/16/2017 on left shoulder due to injury on 02/04/2015.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6451,set drill steel down on head of roof bolter catching glove between drill steel & rotating head on roof bolter,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6452,"employee was kneeling on mine floor. when he stood up, left knee popped and continues to be painful. started losing time 7/25/00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6453,"while using a railroad jack to put a mantrip that wrecked back on the track, the bar suddenly released hitting employee in the mouth. on 5-13-08 marfork safety was notified that both upper and lower front teeth were cracked and required dental work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6454,"employee was bolting, and was struck in face with tool, chipping tooth.... on 9/28/2010 he got his tooth fixed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6455,"employee was attempting to remove a gear from a housing, striking it with a hammer. as he hit the gear, a piece of metal broke off the gear and struck him in the leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6456,employees were working on replacing mill liners. one was cleaning dead-bed from the bottom of the liner. the liner broke loose and came towards him striking his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6457,miner was attempting to re-install an air condition vent cover when fingers came in contact with the fan.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6458,condition was wet and raining. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6459,the waterline came loose from the shear strikinghim on the right hand/wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6460,"employee was lifting rocks off of the mine floor and putting them on a conveyor belt and soon after felt a pain and numbness in the shoulder/arm. the belt line is typically around 42"" high. ee recently sought medical treatment and was diagnosed with a disc herniation and went off work on 12/28/2018 pending surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6461,sliver of metal flew into employee's eye causing a corneal abrasion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6462,employee was working on finish mill 3 300 dust collector and dust fell into the right eye while changing out the bags. the mechanic left the scene with the help from partner and went to the eye wash station. ee flushed eye for ten minutes. ee still had some irritation to eye and ee was taken to see a doctor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6463,"while changing hinge pins and bushings on the cm14-27, a mechanic was prying up on a cover and hoses, the pry bar slipped and hit him in the face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6464,"cutting h-beam for tail piece, raised up to adjust oxygen and caught ear on belt structure",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6465,"moving pin to to align and put in excavator, the pin grazed up against employee's left knee/shin area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6466,employee stated was filling a bulk bag and as employee was pushing on the bag felt pain in front left shoulder. employee was seen by a physician and placed on light duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6467,employee was helping to make a splice in a rubber hose when the knife he was using broke. this resulted in a laceration to his right index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6468,"when ee was working in the kiln on 1/24/00 and 1/25/00, he went to throw bricks through the kiln on the morning of 1/25/00 when he felt a sharp burning pain/sensation in his right and left sho ulder area. the pain and burning sensation is still present and intense as it was at first. he is seeking medical attention on 1/28/00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -6469,employee lifted dome cover to air inlet. employee did not lift the lid all the way open (the lid was balanced half way open). employee went to put dangling chain for inlet back inside by valve. the dome lid came down on employee's thumb resulting in fracture of left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6470,"after employee was welding, he complained of pain to his eye. he was evaluated by a physician and eye medication was prescribed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -6471,employee was behind the roof bolter to move cable out of the way when ee struck the left side of face against the 16-foot roof straps that overhang off of the back of the bolter causing a laceration to face. employee received 17 sutures to close the wound and was given a full release to return to work on ee's next regular scheduled shift. no days lost.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6472,employee was loading pin supplies and felt pain in right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6473,"employee was cutting a 6"" x 6"" plate off of the shovel bucket and used a pry bar to remove the plate after cutting. when the plate came off the bucket, it struck employee on the nose causing a laceration which required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6474,employee started work on 6/23 at 7:00 pm and was injured at 1:30 am on 6/24. he was using a sledge hammer to open that valve on the bottom of #9 precipitator tank. he missed the valve handle and hit himself in the right shin with the hammer causing a contusion to shin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6475,the employee was fixing a hinge pin on a battery coal hauler. the lid fell fracturing his right index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6476,"while inside a ball mill removing wear compound from liners, ee disconnected the air line from a tool, when the twisting force of the hose caused him to strain his wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6477,was stepping from one block to the next when he felt his leg pop and had pain in his lower right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6478,employee was lifting a chain & his back started hurting. started missing work on 3/10/06.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6479,employee working in screen 2 area was rearranging empty pallets. ee felt pain in right bicep / elbow. most likely the injury was a result to shifting the empty pallets. this didn't turn into a lost time accident until 12/26/18.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6480,pulling down a piece of rock with slate bar; rock broke and jarred/twisted/strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6481,"employee was inspecting a new slurry line, which is below grade 4.5 feet, within a concrete trench, still under construction. while entering the trench his right hand contacted the end of the rebar and causing the laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6482,employee was cutting belts when knife slipped and his his left hand causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6483,ee alleges that he was stuck by a cable on his left ear.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6484,employee was attempting to remove a bolt from a dust screw and lost his grip. his hand slipped off the wrench and was pinching between the wrench and the dust screw and the force resulted in a bruise to his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6485,employee was loading belt structure in to a transport vehicle when he slipped allowing the piece of structure to strike his right hand. this resulted in a fracture and a laceration requiring stitches to his index finger on his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6486,replacing rub rail on continuous miner. employee bent over to pick up rub rail and pulled lower back. employee took self to the hospital and has not returned to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6487,"employee was lifting a guard on a conveyor belt take-up, and felt a pop in his lower back (lower back & leg strain). employee did not seek medical treatment at the time. his injury was later diagnosed as a disc herniation, which eventually required surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6488,"while operating the d6 wide-pad dozer on the dump, employee backed over a rock, shaking the cab, resulting in pain to his lower groin area. employee thought that he may have a hernia and sought medical attention on 1-9-07. no evidence of a hernia was found but the employee was placed on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -6489,employee was installing a 10 ft 2 piece roof bolt in the roof. he was holding the coupler with his right hand and using the rotation to tighten the two bolts together. his glove got caught in the coupler causing his right arm to be pulled toward the bolter. he receieved a severe right shoulder dislocation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6490,employee picked up a rock from the belt walkway and attempted to throw it out of the way. in doing so he hit a timber with the rock catching his finger between the rock and timber.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6491,miner was shoveling material out from underneath a belt. the miner twisted his left knee in the course of his shoveling motion. injury did not appear serious at the time. the miner went to a doctor two day later due to swelling.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6492,"carrying piece of metal to table, didn't lift metal high enough and right hand pinched between table and metal causing laceration to right middle finger requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6493,"was moving rocks off grizzly into crusher jaw manually. jaw threw 4"" rock out that bounced off a guard and into lower abdomen of employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6494,none,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6495,"ee was changing the ceramic lining on the plant cyclone, when the lining slipped, causing ee to pinch his right finger against the cyclone wall. ee received seven stitches to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6496,"employee was installing drive belts on the #3 ball mill feed pump. while rolling belts onto the sheave, caught fingers, fracturing ring finger. taken to er, given restrictions. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -6497,grinding on excavator bucket when foreign object entered left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6498,ee complained of back pain while pulling slack on shuttle car cable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6499,"employee stated he was helping to remove a piece of rock off miner with slate bar, feeling pain\in lower back. went to doctor 5-8-01. started restricted duty 5-9-01",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6500,"the employee was removing material buildup from the walls of the pit hopper from a standing position above the hopper. he was using a hollow bar about 11' long and weighing about 25 lbs. he performed about 6 downward thrusts with the bar striking the hopper walls and when he continued the movement a 7th time, he felt pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6501,pulling on hung steel. first treated 10-26-00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6502,lifted power cable incorrectly.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6503,ee was cleaning out a diked overflow area when caustic solution entered his shoe causing a burn to his foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6504,attempting to close door to equipment and pinched right thumb in hinge of the door.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6505,rock slipped from crane and landed on his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6506,ee applying force to machinery with pry bar. bar slipped wedging hand between support column & pry bar.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6507,"ee was carrying a 4"" pipe down stairs when someone grabbed the other end to help him, throwing him off balance on the stairs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6508,"put pull rope on miner. rope started to slip. put himself between miner boom and rib. told miner to pull, miner boom pinned him against rib.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6509,"miner was unloading coal cars via bottom doors. when closing and securing said door, his was caught in the latch. resulting in a laceration to his middle finger that required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6510,"employee was closing a port door on a preheater tower. the hinged section of the port door was stuck, requiring more force to be applied when closing. as the hatch closed, his hand slipped causing a laceration to the finger requiring 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6511,employee was assisting in replacement of raymond mill dust collector fan motor. felt a pull in his stomach area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6512,miner was bolting back with a jackleg drill. the leg on the drill blew apart and the jackleg drill struck the miner on the right ankle. the miner was placed on light duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6513,employee stated he was holding a timber and saw-ing the timber at the same time- saw slipped andstruck employee on back of hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6514,injured was helping to unload a box of longwall bits from the back of delivery truck. other ee were lifting the box together. injured felt pain in left elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6515,"changing screen on cedar rapids 6 x 20 screen, employee installing side rail bolt had finger on bolt head while bolt was being tightened, and bolt head spun, cutting finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6516,ee was handling buckets of ckd dust and dropped one on the floor. the lid popped off and dust got in her eyes. ee may have handled too many buckets at one time causing her to drop one.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6517,employee was using manual ratchet chain hoist to free a stuck flight and the as they released the hoist a hand was pinched between two of the chain links.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6518,"employee noticed door on passenger side of his truck was not shut all the way, he then reached cross and opened the door to shut it and shut his left thumb in the door smashing it and cutting it. the cut required eight stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6519,employee was standing in front of a shield facing the l/w face when the shield behind employee advanced. both feet were pinned between the relay bar and each toe of the shield. employee suffered two broken bones and the wounds required sutures to be closed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6520,the ee was moving some pallets with a bar. he made an excess force and felt an intensive pain in the lower part of his waist and his left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6521,employee suffered a lumbar area muscle strain while using wrench to tighten and loosen 3/4 nuts and bolts on #13 precepitator pump. he stated that he felt pain after completing task and self treated with ibruprophen and delayed reporting injury until 8/7/2006. he was sent to doctor and taken off work for one week.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6522,employee received a scrape on right calf area. employee initially refused medical evaluation. the scrape became infected which resulted in medical treatment which resulted in 3 days lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -6523,employee was lifting a small 5lb. electrical panel and felt a small twinge in his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6524,a fully trained miner was cleaning the spillage at the dump 12 east transfer point and bent over at the waist to use hoe to drag material and when he stood up this motion caused a pain in his right hip and lower back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6525,injured was at the #w limehouse elevator pulling on a flap to unplug the elevator when he pulled his groin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6526,"injured employee and a helper were loading scrap into a scrap bin. they both picked up a scrap idler and were in the process of throwing it into the bin, when the helper let go of his end. the motion of the piece of scrap being let go caught the injured employee's left thumb straining it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6527,employee was in process of removing a motor from a damascus 2 man personal ride when it slipped out of the housing falling to the floor pinching two fingers between floor and motor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6528,"employee stated that while he was using a pressure washer on a 637-d scraper, something flew into his right eye, causing a scratch on the eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6529,ee was picking up a spool of nylon rope to place in the back of the pick up truck and was getting ready for the final lift when he felt pain in his back and shoulder. thoracic sprain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6530,ee was power-washing a truck when material got in his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6531,"while dropping fan cable from a cable hanger on 6 north mains, the employee's gloved right middle finger got caught in the hanger hook. as he attempted to pull free, the hook penetrated his glove and finger resulting in a laceration requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6532,"while shoveling under the #2 impact crusher, from outside the frame and guards, the belt caught the shovel blade and snapped the fiberglass handle and cut the injured's thumb, requiring seven stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6533,"injured hooked a chain falt to a trolley, he then proceeded to hook a chain to a pipe section. as he put tension on the chain, the trolley slid off of the end of the i-beam, due to a lack of a stop being at the end of the beam; the trolley struck him on the head, knocking off his hard hat, causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6534,"pushing against 3/4"" drill, he over stretched a muscle in left knee. initial doctor visits were observational - no work restrictions. last doctor's visit determined surgery is necessary and will be done on 12-16-04.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6535,"ee was operating a roof bolter when a roof rock fell out of the mine roof striking him on the lower part of back, middle to right.ee finished shift, reported to work the next day, but asked to go to medical care. ee did not return to work that day, but returned to work the next day",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6536,ie was removing structure from an old belt entry when ie felt a pain in the right shoulder. ie didn't seek medical attention until the next day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6537,"pulling cross shaft out of screen housing. lowering shaft from one catwalk to another using slings to lower shaft. when shaft was about 2' from catwalk, ee had hold of sling to steady it. slin g slipped off of shaft & landed on his left foot. said he was fine & did not need a doctor. but went later to er for xrays. nothing was broke.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6538,miner was parking truck at the end of the of shift when they noticed that the mirror was not in a good location for them to see. so the miner got out of the truck to adjust the mirror when they went to adjust the mirror the mirror broke and they fell to the ground.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -6539,this is not a new injury on 3-09-00 ee stated his knee hurt him some when he walked on it. original injury was on 7-2-96. ee returned to work on 3-19-00 and on 7-7-00 ee wemt back to work with no restriction. injury was recurrence based on medical information.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6540,individual had just moved a water pump and was getting back into mantrip when struck top of head on overcast i-beam. this caused individual to jam neck. did not seek treatment until 5/17/07. diagnosed with neck sprain and given prescription.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6541,ee was lying on his back loosening bolts on the tandem axles of a truck. dust/metal particles fell into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6542,"installing liner on d11r, using metal blocks to hold liner in place while welding. using a 20 lb sledge hammer to remove the block, hammer slipped and hit employee in left lower leg causing contusion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6543,"person was cutting a 5x7 post with buck saw, when blade came out of groove and cut the index finger on his left hand causing 2 cuts on his finger. required sutures to close cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6544,"employee was to change bags in our a15 baghouse. while taking hold of cage being handed to him, the injured got the cage too close to right earlobe. his earring became caught, when he released the cage to place in position it tore his earring out of earlobe. medical treatment only accident. stitches/sutures to reattach earlobe. no lost time",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6545,"employee was using an magnetic drill when the power source became unplugged causing the drill to fall, the employee tried to catch the drill causing ee's arm to become strained.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6546,"while finishing out a particle counter with heptane, the miner was sprayed in the face",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6547,"ee was lifting a pipe when the pipe hanger broke, causing the chain on the come-along to break, which allowed the pipe to fall on ee's shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6548,was using vacuum hose to remove debris from dome tunnel. strained upper back pulling vacuum hose.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6549,employee was seen at the er 2:00am on 9/21. ee was diagnosed with flash burns from the welding ee was performing 9/20. ee was given prescription eye drops and was released from the er.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -6550,dome light bulb in cat 777b haul truck popped and got some glass in employee's eye. glass was washed out but apparently resulted in chemical conjunctivitis for two days of restricted duty,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6551,the employee was removing belt structure on reclaim #2 belt when a section of structure (belt rail/structure) hit the bottom bounced and shifted striking the employee on the top of the right foot just behind the toes resulting in fractures of proximal phalanges 2nd through 5th digits.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6552,"employee claims he was attempting to install a lower cap on a dryer screw. the screw had been lifted with a hydraulic jack. when employee attempted to slide in the cap, the screw slipped off t he jack and pinched his finger between the bearing hose and cap.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6553,"moving oil barrel, strained back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6554,during roof bolt installation employee injured the 2nd and 3rd digit on left hand causing laceration. (medical treatment)compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6555,"the ee was installing the cover on the #1 finish mill journal and was swinging the suspended piece into place, when his right middle finger was pinched between the cover and the mill end bolts , causing a laceration and fracture to the tip of the middle finger of his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6556,employee was grinding & sparks flew into the eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6557,attempting to connect equipment dolly to a locomotive using a draw bar. placing pin in eyes on locomotive and draw bar and caught finger between pin and locomotive.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6558,ee reported to the supervisor they twisted their knee while setting cribbing down on 12/20. ee was evaluated on 5/9/17 for a continued sore knee and given a prescription.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -6559,knee strain while getting into equipment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6560,ee left index finger was lacerated while trying to remove a plow bolt on the cutting edge of the wa-900 loader with a impact wrench. the spinning bolt cut into his finger. durabond was applied.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6561,ee was removing rock off deck with full weight on left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6562,"ee was helping change blow bars in hazeonag. while using sledge hammer to hit end of bar to helpknock it loose, hammer hit a glancing blow & missed point of contact. to try to stop hammer from goin past, he strained his neck muscles.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -6563,employee was putting exhaust back in the 988 loader. went down steps to other side of loader and pulled muscle in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6564,employee caught his left leg between the roof bolter head and the frame of the machine while working on the unit.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6565,injured was in sand screw tub tightening bolts. when he pulled back on the wrench he fell out of the tub. injured fractured his tailbone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -6566,had a hoist hooked up to a speed reducer to a scoop. the arm of the hoist broke hitting employee on the arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6567,ee notified employer on 3/1 of an alleged back injury on 2/15/01. ee alleges he hurt his back while shoveling wet coal from under a beltline. as of this date there has been no treatment for back injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6568,"while removing a drive segment on d9 dozer, a piece of steel chipped off the segment and struck employee in the neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6569,employee cut his left thumb while attempting to cut nylon wire tie with utility knife. four sutures were required to close laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6570,"loading 8"" valves into a pickup truck, felt pain on his left side of body.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6571,"ee was shutting off a valve when he tried to apply more pressure on the valve, he felt a pain in his left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6572,"while flagging equipment transporter (vehicle id#8024 ottawa), a loaded flat bed with hot gas return duct, employee's right ring finger was caught between scaffold pipe and duct brace, breaking and lacerating ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6573,employee was climbing over transport pipelines on roof to check operation of a diverter valve electric motor. employee claims that later in the day he began to feel tightness and pain in the middle of his back. he saw dr. (chiropractor) on 1-23-2008,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6574,no unsafe conditions. employee was throwing a rock into a metal bin and part of the rock slit off. this cause his ringer to become caught between the rock and the bin when he threw it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6575,something in eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6576,employee was helping to unclog a cone crusher when a drive belt slipped and cut the tops of the middle and ring fingers of left hand. the crusher unit was de-energized and locked out at the time of the accident. tops of both fingers were later amputated.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6577,smashed finger between pry bar & frame of jaw.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6578,"installing return water line from derrick screen to ponds. ee was helping install the pipe, holding onto the pipe to the placement beam when it moved and pinched his middle finger in between the pipe and the beam. cutting tip of the finger on his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6579,employee stated bumped right knee while working on the screen at the secondary crushing system. employee was diagnosed with a fracture on 11-6-2020 and placed on restrictions on 11-9-2020. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6580,employee was tightening a bolt when the ratchet slipped of the end of the bolt head and hit him in the upper lip. employee required stitches to close up the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6581,"ee was taking a wear plate off a loader bucket, when his right hand slipped and cut his right thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6582,employee was pulling covers off of head gate drive and felt a pop in lower abdomen area. employee started to lose time as of 11/21/11,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6583,"emp standing on 6' ladder attempting to open a 2"" ball valve above his head. while pulling on valve handle he felt a ""pop"" in his right shoulder. this was considered a torn bicep. he saw our panel orthopedic who stated he was to be on limited duty for 1 month.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6584,employee was removing a spreader bar from the boom of the continuous miner when a sharp piece of metal on the spreader bar cut employee's hand resulting in a laceration that required 3 sutures. no lost or restricted work days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6585,"while setting a 8"" i-beam on the operators side dropped his end which resulted in fractures and lacerations to the ee on the other end.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6586,hand placement,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6587,employee was attempting to close doors on anfo bin. when the door shut it caught his middle finger on left hand. four stitches were required to close wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6588,employee was installing roof bolt when the bolt didn't align with chuck wrench. he then had to slow feed it in the hole. once he started feeding the rotation was too fast and it caught his glove and tore his thumb off.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6589,employee looked at welding arc. burning the corna of both eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -6590,belt crew were pulling conveyor belt on they were putting a belt block on the tight belt when the belt ripped the belt block fell back and hit one of the belt crew members ring finger on his right hand injuring the finger tip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6591,ee was straightening roof bolt and he strained his neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6592,employee's knee popped when swinging sledge hammer in an attempt to remove a lower bucket pin on the loader,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -6593,an employee was attempting to remove a wellhead from it's position by cutting through the casing with a cutting torch. the employee cut several little openings in the casing and the wellhead fell over and struck the employee due to a lack of support of the wellhead by a backhoe that was being used to complete the job.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6594,employee was kneeling and was cutting a piece from a rubber strip. knife slipped and cut employee's left leg. employee was cutting towards himself annd not away from himself.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6595,while operating a trolley jeep the pole came off the wire. the employee attempted to put pole back on wire and struck head against the roof. employee started missing time on 9/29/07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6596,employee was offloading bedrail from scoop and smashed finger between bedrail and scoop,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6597,"i was up on lift unwinding springs to change out sprocket on opener. i was taking out bolts and nuts with impact wrench and backup wrench, when i took out first bolt and nut spring bearing plate spun around shaft and caught my wrist and cut it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6598,"when trying to use cable winch on d-6 bulldozer, thought the operator saw them when they approached winch to unhook winch cable hook. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6599,"attempting to lift stone, slipped out of hands and pinched finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6600,"the employee was assigned to clean up after a major repair job on a kress coal hauler in the main shop. the employee was throwing scrap metal pins in a waste bin. as he threw a 2nd pin in the bin, a large seal bounced back and struck the employee in the mouth. his upper lip was lacerated and received 8 stitches. in addition, he chipped three upper teeth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6601,"struck splitting wedge with hammer, hammer bounced off splitting wedge and struck left hand. swelling occurred, bruising.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6602,"ee was using a sledge hammer, hitting the loader bucket to clear out snow. as he was swinging, his foot slipped and he pulled a muscle in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6603,employee was tapping an auger on a pump when his finger was caught between the housing and pipe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6604,"employee was installing roof bolts #4 entry. let the boom down the steel stuck in hole, placed left hand on boom, steel fell out of roof and struck him on back of hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6605,employee stepped off skid-steer and twisted his right ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6606,left hand was pinched on scoop.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6607,employee stated he was lifting a cutter motor cover plate from a box located on a wooden pallet. after he had placed the cover on the shelf he felt pain in his groin area. employee continued to work and his fist day missed was 12/03/2006. he has undergone surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6608,injured was cutting a piece of chain with bolt cutters when a piece of metal flew off and struck the injured in the face. the laceration required 4 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6609,employee was helping install 12 foot bolts in the 800d2. while walking back to the bolter ee stepped on a wire barb. the wire penetrated left boot and lacerated left foot. the employee was taken to the hospital and received a tetanus shot and 8 stiches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6610,employee was trouble shooting problem with low water pressure when high pressure hose knocked him down causing his hard hat to come off. he hit his head on concrete floor resulting in concussion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -6611,"while working on drill, wheat light head fell from under dash and hit him in the lip after he bump ladder he was standing on knocking wheat light off ladder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6612,ee was tightening a bolt when wrench slipped off bolt. hand hit flight of screw.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6613,employee states he was installing flashing on a conveyor belt to prevent spillage. as he was pulling on the flashing to properly place it his right hand went across a piece of jagged metal resulting in a laceration to his index finger on his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6614,inj was splicing a belt when his knife slipped & lacerated his arm. a rx for pain killer was prescribed thus making this reportable,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6615,the employee was changing a hydraulic hose on a continuous miner. the head pin plate was in an upright position to allow access to the damaged hose. the head pin plate fell on the employee's hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6616,ee bent over to pick up a box of glue. accident report was not received until 9-5-01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6617,ee was using a porta power to remove bolts on a shovel hoist drum. the all-thread broke and the ram struck him on the hardhat. he was checked by mine rescue personnel and returned to work. on sep 4 a physician examined him and allowed him to continue to work without restriction. over time pain in the neck and arms increased.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6618,handling crib blocks and strained lower back andlt. knee- hurting inside stomach.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6619,ee was using track hammer striking clips on metal ties.experienced sharp pain in rt shoulder. had surgery 2/23/05 for torn rotator cuff of rt shoulder. 1st day missed 2/23/05,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6620,"apparently, employee was replacing hoses on truck and was positioned in an awkward position and sprained his left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6621,"employee was carrying longwall hydraulic hoses through a belt to track cross-cut with two other employees. the group was intending to drop the hoses in unison, but the injured employee held onto the hoses when the other's threw their end down. this caused the injured employee's shoulder to be jerked forward causing pain. employee began missing work due to this injury on 12/13/22. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6622,carrying pieces of steel to repair head-box. said he felt like he pulled a muscle. doctor diagnosed hernia on 12/08/14,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6623,employee was bending a roof bolt and felt a pain in his lower right abdomen. employee begin missing work on 3/30/2006,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6624,"employee was pulling gate closed when employee sprained foot. date of injury was on 4/10/2021, but the incident did not become reportable until 7/7/2021 when employee was prescribed physical therapy.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6625,employee was moving a 160 lb clinker breaker hammer off of a pallet to hook up to the shop craneemployee pulled left bicep muscle at the shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6626,employee was inserting an auger into the box of a highwall beam and got left index finger caught between the auger and box.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6627,an mtm pinched his pinky finger while attempting to reposition an air chisel. he received two blood blisters that were drained.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6628,employee was working in a filter press. ee leaned against the side of the press which had caustic on it. ee waited too long to wash it off of legs & burns developed on both legs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6629,"employee was using a 1/2"" ratchet to take out 5/8 bolts on continuous miner ratchet slipped causing ee to fall. was complaining of lower back hurting. employee has worked up till 3/24/2020 and ee's back started hurting again.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -6630,"employee was cleaning on the preheat tower, when a large chunk from above fell and struck the lance the employee was using to clean. the lance inadvertently struck the employee on the right side of his face. this resulted in an orbital bone fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6631,"employee initially stated he was walking alongside the no.6 belt and dragging a rockdust hose when his right knee started hurting. medical received 10/18/01 shows, 1.findings compatible with p revious meniscectomy. 2.small cyst adjacent posterior cruciate ligament. 3.mild degenerative changes. he had right knee surgery 1989, right knee strain 1987, right knee injury 1982. this is n",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6632,employees were installing door on finish mill compartment using overhead crane and 1/2 inch cable with 3/4 ton chain fall to place door. cable broke while seating the door and the cable whippe d around striking his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6633,"while sweeping with a broom, employee felt a sharp pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6634,standing on frame of crusher-cone tightening a bolt with a crescent wrench when wrench slipped & employee slipped too & held onto the hydraulic hoses. he says that his hips twisted in an awkwa rd position while he was holding onto the hoses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6635,employee grinding pipe supports and felt irration in eye on way home from work. he reported this to his supervisor at the beginning of his next shift. fob in right eye located and removed by physician. returned to work at full duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6636,employee received a laceration to his left hand's pinky finger while trying to remove a lock from a storage locker. while holding the lock with his left hand he struck the lock with a hammer causing a violent twisting motion to the lock resulting in his finger being pinched between the lock and the locker. the injury required stitches to his left pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6637,pulling de-mister out of mines.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6638,employee was picking up roof bolts from behind the roof bolter and a thin piece of metal fell off the bolter striking him in the left arm and cutting it. he received 5 stitches. he came back to work the next day. no lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6639,"when shutting equipment door, ee's finger was smashed by the walk thru door. fracturing ee's finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6640,"ee was sweeping stairs inside of silo he stepped back and down to the next step, he slipped and hit head on stair travel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -6641,employee was unclogging a drain pipe with a stick and his right hand slipped and hit the drain pipe. his hand was scraped and swollen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6642,"employee requested to see company dr 11-09-2-07, who dispensed medical prescription. he was handing a piece of pipe up to another ee when debris fell and landed into the ee eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6643,"miner was removing wooden 2x4 plates with a pry bar. while striking the pry bar, a metal shard chipped off of the striking surface of his hammer shot in his hand through his leather work glove. the shard was removed at the hospital and the miner returned to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6644,ee was cleaning off one of the trucks when he twisted his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6645,"using a 1/2"" drill to tighten a splice. the drill spun my right hand around when the nut bottomed out. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6646,employee was disconnecting shuttle car cat heads for the power move. they started to pull the middle car cable up and didn't realize it was still connected to the distribution box. when the cable got tight it turned the distribution box. employee's left ankle was caught between the distribution box and the c.o. cable sled. this resulted in a bruise on ee's left ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6647,"employee was lifting 50lbs bags from a high lift to a rework station. as he was twisting around to move the bag, he felt a sharp pain in his left lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6648,"employee was loading plates onto the roof bolter, when they slipped and fell onto their pinky finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6649,"employee was striking a chipping hammer with a ball peen hammer. while doing so, a piece of metal broke off of the chipping hammer striking the employee's left thumb. the metal punctured the glove and embedded in the employee's thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6650,"miner was performing maintenance using a propane torch. miner attempted to get slack in the hoses, hose got caught on a beam which caused the torch to turn towards the miner and crossed their right forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6651,employee walking on dirt road with machete. no sheath on blade and no arm guards.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6652,employee did not have eye protection on and suffered welder's flash.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -6653,two employees were organizing supplies in the scafco yard. a case of rainsuits was placed into awooden gang box. the lid hit her head causing muscle strain on the right side of her neck and a pain in her right arm. she was wearing proper ppe and a hard hat when the incident occurred.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6654,employee was working on tail pulley of general steel screen plant cross conveyor. employee cut right hand ring finger resulting in 5 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6655,employee's hand got caught between two rocks on the stone splitter table and he dislocated his right pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6656,our construction crew was removing trunnion roller housing caps to inspect the inside for wear. a foreign body material got behind employee's safety glasses into the left eye. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6657,employee alleges to have injured his back while moving a miner cable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6658,"employee was hand mining when the tip broke on the mining bar and had a sudden jar to right side. employee has been treating with company doctor and then was referred to an orthopedic specialist. he was given a cortisone shot on 06-20-06 and was also prescribed physical therapy.(ee shoulder did not get better, surgery on 3/27/07 to make reportable)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6659,operator loosened radiator cap while machine was hot,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6660,"the ee was working on 3 belt cleaning rock out of walkway at 00 block. the ee picked up a rock approximately 50 lbs., and placed it on the belt. once the injured let go of the rock, the ee felt pain in left shoulder. the ee began missing work 5/20/22. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6661,"employee was trying to pry a lock devise on a railcar, when he slipped and injured his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6662,"ee was helping make power move was hangin hilline turned & a piece of wire went between glasses & had & jabbed in rt eye. went to hosp., & was treated sent to eye clinic extent of injury stil l undertermined at this tiem",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6663,he was welding a patch over a hole in the chute. he had to set in an awkward position to do the repair. when he was done he went to get up and felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6664,"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.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6665,employee lifted a tank and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6666,stemming drilled holes using hand shovel to push stemming into hole when employee experienced pain in lower back radiating down into right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6667,the employee was being trained to operate the automatic welder. the employee that was instructing was explaining something and they had their eye protection off when the instructor got the wel der too close to the metal causing it to arc.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -6668,"pushing a pin into a cylinder fitting with a hydraulic jack, when the jack slipped off the pin and struck him on the chin causing a laceration requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6669,"member was tightening a bolt on the side of a d-9 dozer, leaning over the side of the stableizing bar when he felt pain in the upper right rib area. he was scheduled off work until 8-13-01 and that is the time the lost time began.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6670,"at end of shift, employee reported pain to his right shoulder. during shift bending 6' resin bolts. this employee suffers from chronic arthritis. his injury was denied by mine & worker's comp. carrier. submitting form in protest to terminate citation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6671,"employee was tightening bolts on screen bearing housing holding a wrench while another employee was hitting wrench with hammer. employee with hammer missed, hit counterweight & hammer bounced onto injured employee's right little finger, bruising it. no fracture but required splint & restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6672,two plant operators attempting to remove plate steel from a cintron when the hook and cable slipped and the steel plate landed on ee's left hand and fractured left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6673,the employee was attempting to hang the bolter cable when the operator engaged the reel causing the cable to tighten and knock him to the ground.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -6674,"ee had finished loading the face with explosives and was preparing to move his equipment to a different location when a rock fell from the back, striking him on the head and left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6675,"on december 1, the ee hit his thumb with a hammer while pounding out a bolt. the next day, december 2, he was removing a book from a book shelf and the book slipped, hitting his swollen thumb. he cut his thumb on the bottom of the book shelf.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6676,a pipe being lifted by a crane. fell pinning the victims wrist underneath it. his wrist hurts now. he also has lumps in his arm. the doctors have given him pills for.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6677,"member was in the process of cutting a zip tie from a roll of curtain. member had roll laying on his leg. while applying force, knife slipped and lacerated his right thigh. 21 sutures were required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6678,"driller was pulling rods out of the hole, the foot clamp bushing came out and the helper reached down to grab the bushing and driller closed the clamp and it pinched the fatty part of helpers thumb. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6679,dropped table bushing on fingers. 3 mashed fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6680,ee was removing large piece of metal from belt & mashed finger between metal & belt structure requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6681,the injured employee was overseeing a trailer being unloaded. the chain snapped and caught ie's ear. ie was wearing all of their required ppe. the injury was minor and required just a few stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6682,"employee was checking for cement chunk in lower gate, thought the gate was closed and opened side port and cement flowed onto face and eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6683,"while bending bolts, the employee felt pain in right shoulder. the employee worked full duty until 02/06/2023 making this a lost time accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6684,employee was handling a roof bolter cable and strained his back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6685,ee was attempting to dislodge built up material in the screen chute when material came loose and struck his leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6686,i was changing a bit on a dm 45 drill. i had my finger on the bit basket and pinched the tip of my left for finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6687,"on 04/06/2017, the ee in question reported that they had hyperextended their right knee while relocating a pump but continued working unaffected by the incident. it was later determined that the ee had torn the acl and meniscus of the right knee. ee reported to work on restricted duty on 06/08/2017 following corrective procedure on the knee. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6688,"swinging 10 lb. sledge hammer to pound lift cyl. pin, ee strained a muscle on his neck/shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -6689,employee was shoveling spilled material from a pile near a conveyor tail pulley. employee did not ture entire body while shoveling and noticeda slight discomfort in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6690,"employee allowed the door to the office to close on her finger, fracturing the most distal phalange.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6691,"ee said he had just lifted some trailing cable onto the stinger of the log skidder and ran the lod skidder ot move the cable forward. eh then decided to talk to a co-worker. as he was crossi ng the ground on foot, he steppedon an uneven area and felt a sharp pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6692,employee was cutting bolts with an oxy/acetylene torch when some slag dripped onto a piece of tubular steel and splashed into ee's eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6693,"employee working in the packing house stated after continuously palletizing 50lb bags, ee felt pain in the middle of the back. the pain didn't go away and continued for a few days and the pain transferred into ee's right hand which became numb and tingly. this accident was not reported to me until 09/26/2018.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6694,employee was helping move an injured employee when he strained left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6695,employee was loading a speed reducer in a scoop bucket when he bent down to push the reducer in the bucket and twisted his knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6696,ee was cranking up a chute on discharge hopper and he jammed his hand between crank handle and floor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6697,was bolting on #3 unit entry #9 at the face. made roof bolt up and walked to front of the bolter and turned to get bolt. when turning back around right shoulder struck pie pan resulting in laceration. received 9 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6698,"located on 8-a section during a longwall move ee's left thumb was amputated at the distal joint while attempting to block up a shield prior to transport. the shield tip slid off of the mast of the scoop bucket causing the shield to drop down approx. 3"". ee's thumb was caught between shield canopy and the crib he was holding (upright, vertical).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6699,employee was hanging bolter cable while changing places and got his right ear caught on the cable hanger lacerating his right ear. he went to the doctor on 5/4/05 and began missing work on 5/05/05 due to elective surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6700,employee was air arcing to scarf out the crack on the goose neck of the scraper. he felt something in his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6701,"employee was under no.4 cooler slide. he was down under slide to work on tightening bolts on the clean out screw. while in the process of doing so employee felt lower back pain in right hip an d leg. this was not reported until 9-6-00, so isbeing reported more than 10 ays after occurrence.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6702,"employee was lifting an iron feed plate for the barmac, up on a cat walk, when he felt pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6703,ee was taking a burning piece of wood out of their heating barrel to start a new fire in another heating barrel with his gloves on. which melted the rubber on his gloves and burned him.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6704,ee was walking down steps and heard a snap in her leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6705,employee was using a chain ratchet to pull together dust pipe that had came loose. while pulling the employee fell forward and hit his head (hard hat fell off when employee fell forward).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -6706,"the contractor could not line up the track bolts and used a 10-lb sledgehammer to relieve pressure on the links. when striking the track pin, a metal fragment from the pin sheared off penetrating contractor's left upper thigh requiring a tourniquet. emergency medical services transported contractor to an er for treatment. contractor was released several hours later.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6707,the employee was lifting a steel plate off the ground. the employee felt a minor burning in his back. he report the incident to his supervisor but did not get medical treatment until late january 2005. the employee recieved physical therapy treatment the last week of february 2005.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6708,"a piece of draw rock fell from between the rib and bolts striking ee on r hand and r knee, rock was 5' long, 30"" wide and 0-2"" thick.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6709,employee was manually moving a piece of 100-250 lb. rip rap when another empoyee rolled a second piece of 100-250 lb. rip rap on his finger. his finger was caught between the two pieces of rip rap.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6710,employee states he felt pain in groin area when he picked up a stack of bow tie plates while loading roof bolter. lost time injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6711,while cutting off a water hose with a knife the employee cut his hand when the knife slipped.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6712,"plant operator was trimming a belt splice clamp on conveyor belt, knife slipped cutting his leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6713,reportable only due to stitches. the employee was helping install a afc chain on the longwall setup when his finger was hit with a hammer by a co-worker.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6714,"the employee was reinstalling a bed liner into a pickup truck. employee was using the portable crane on the service truck. when they lifted up on the crane, the snatch block came unattached from the bed liner. the snatch block swung and hit them in the head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6715,"while pulling samples, ee set his first cathode on the grating & leaned it against the strongback. he then proceeded to pull a second cathode & leaned it against the other one. while he was removing the scissors to go get the other one they both fell forward & hit his foot.ee was taken to the hospital & told he had a bruised foot. employee was given a prescription for pain",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6716,"3-west spur, m.n. haulage. ee was raising track to install ties and blocking material. the area was wet & muddy, as he was pulling his left foot free from the mud he felt a ""popping"" sensation above his left heel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6717,employee was assigned to cut aprons off the rap screen using a torch. he had unrolled the torch from the truck and hung it so he could reach it. he squatted on the ground to begin cutting metal off the screen when he felt a pop in his right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6718,employee was attempting to cut weed eater string with a pocket knife and cut his finger in the process. employee cut the right index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6719,pulled mud off conveyor belt and twisted lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6720,laceration to left hand ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6721,"employee was attempting to lower shield # 118. the shield failed to function from adjacent controls. employee used the in-shield control to lower the shield. when ee did this, the shield unexpectedly moved forward and shoved ee to the mine pavement.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6722,employee was operating the off side of a roof bolter in the working place when a piece of rock fell and struck him on the lower back and hip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6723,"employee was attempting to back the dozer up so that he could connect to the air track drill in order to move it to another location. investigation leads us to suspect that the transmission li nkage broke, causing the unit to free wheel backwards. the victim jumped from the dozer just prior to it going over the highwall; he sustained minor injury to his ribs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -6724,employee was assisting a mechanic to manually turn the drive on a telsmith 68s crusher to prime the oil system when he accidently pinched his right little finger and ring finger in the v-belt against the sheave. the injury resulted in the amputation of the tip of his little finger and reconstructive surgery to the tip of his ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -6725,ee was working on an addcar gear case when it slipped pinching his finger on his right hand. he was diagnosed with a broken finger that required 11 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6726,"roof bolter was installing his second roof bolt. employee then inserted the roof bolt into the hole and was holding the bolt in position to bring up the drill motor carriage to accept the roof bolt. he inadvertently grabbed the wrong handle, which activated the drill steel centralizing mechanism. centralizer clamps closed on his left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -6727,"employee was stacking a solid block brattice and as they bent over to get another block, the last block placed fell off and struck their left hand/ring finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6728,"stacking landscaping rocks on a pallet. as he grabbed a rock from the pile, a rock from above slid down and struck his hand bruising his third finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6729,"employee was placing a shim on a pneumatic railcar door to prevent it from opening. another employee fired up the air compressor, putting air to the car believing that the actuator was closed when it was not. the door shot open pinning employee's left ring, middle and index fingers between the door and the shim, causing severe crushing injuries.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6730,employee was using a sledge hammer and strained his lower back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -6731,"employee was dropping his miner cable, when he raised up tie wire went between his glasses and scratched his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6732,"employee reached out to install a ground clamp for the welder, as ee brought ee's right hand back to ee's body, ee's hand struck the damaged metal guard ee was about to repair causing a laceration to ee's right palm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6733,"employee was trying to remove a shear jack pin. employee was holding a bar when he was struck with a hammer in the right forearm, fracturing a bone in his arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6734,employee was operating a 12 ton electric hoist. ee placed ee's hand on top of the block while the hoist was traveling up. ee's pinky finger on ee's right hand was pinched between the shiv and the cable lacerating the top of the finger and breaking the pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6735,"while taking radiator support rod loose, hood moved more than expected and twisted back to keep hood from dropping to the ground.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6736,injured was advancing a shield manually. injured was sitting on pontoon. when shield was advanced a rock fell from between the shields striking injured employee on his right foot and ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6737,"cleaning handrail material when finished lifted face shield, debris got into right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6738,employee was loading supplies into scoop bucket and the bucket slipped onto his right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6739,assisting another employee move miner cable and waterline. as employee lifted the cable he felt pain in his mid to upper back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6740,"working installing bolts in 38"" high section, twisted knee and felt a pop and pain resulting in a torn meniscus, worked until surgery on 3-6-19.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6741,"ee was in the process of changing the air dryer filter on a haul truck, during a routine pm. he had just removed the snap ring that holds the filter in place. in doing so the filter had popped out of the dryer and struck the employee in the mouth; dislodging several teeth and sustaining a contusion to his lower lip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6742,"ee was welding threaded studs from morning till lunch. after lunch he noticed numbness in his right leg from hip to foot and thought that his leg ""fell asleep"". he came into work the next day and his right leg still had numbness.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6743,he was trying to lift an electric motor up with a chain and a chain binder. the binder slipped and smashed his pinkie finger between the binder and the electric motor. the pinkie was gashed open and the tip of the finger was chipped and required to be sutured.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6744,"ee was helping to attach a flat car to a motor. the endloader operator was psoitioning the flat car so that ee could insert a pin into the hitch. the flat car slipped, crushing ee's left middl e finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6745,ee was prying on a mantrip arm bracket with a slate bar. he had bent the bracket while trying to install a bushing that he made. he used a pry bar to straighten the bracket. the pry bar slipped and the sudden movement of the bar strained his shoulder. he sought medical care on 10/28. on 12/12 he began missing time for surgery on his shoulder to repair a rotator cuff tear.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6746,employee was installing a cable bolt in the 7r entry. employee was pushing up the bullet to the drill steel and pinched right index finger between bullet and drill steel. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6747,"employee was in the process of unloading a cla pot for a joy miner when it shifted and fell on his left foot resulting in three fractures. the accident occurred due to improper body placement by the employee. it didn't involve any compliance issues. it didn't involve job skills,proficiency,training or attitude. no ppe or protective devices on equipment involved.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6748,"employee was using a hammer and punch to remove a bolt. hit punch, piece of bolt broke off and stuck into left hand. bolt fragment was removed at local emergency room. employee returned to work same day with no restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6749,material from plant feed chute fell onto employee's right knee while he was in the chute cleaning it out. not reported to office until 3/2/06.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6750,employee was pulling on the discharge end of a water pump and felt a pull in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6751,haul truck operator was boarding the stairs on the front of haul truck when they felt pain in their shoulder. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6752,employee was removing a white board from a wall. the white board fell to one side and the partially removed screw at the top of the white board grazed the employees left forearm requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6753,changing out a roller on tight side of the belt and twisted right knee. employee worked up to date of surgery on 6/29/2022.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6754,"employee was struck by timber in his head causing his hard hat to go forward and press on his nose. this resulted in two sutures. along with injuring his head, his neck, face and teeth were also injured.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6755,"ee was assisting in picking anodes from the anode rinse cell. she noticed that 2 anodes were off the lifting foot. she attempted to stabilize the anodes with her left hand; when she touched the anode it fell off the other lifting foot, pinning her left hand to the corner apron buss of 1-5-9.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6756,"ee was helping to change out a p-40 pump at the production belt tailpiece, and as the ee was connecting the discharge line back onto the pump he felt pain in his left knee. the ee started miss ing work on oct 15, 2003, awaiting results from a mri.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6757,placed hand on boom arms and got caught between boom and canopy post,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6758,"while training as a haul truck operator, the technician reached behind the drivers seat for a backpack while kneeling on the passenger seat through the passenger side door when she felt a strain in her back. she was diagnosed with a herniated disc on 11/5.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6759,"the employee was working to remove the impeller from a pump. when the impeller broke loose, something struck his hand, or his hand struck something inside the pump casing (he is unsure). the employee suffered a broken pinky finger and a laceration to the same finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6760,"employee received dirt in the eye while working under a personnel carrier. employee did not missany work however. he got eye medication from the physician for treatment, therefore making this a medical report.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6761,"ee was using an impact gun to remove a 3/4"" nut from a bolt. as the nut loosened, the impact gun kicked back and struck ee above the left eye (between his safety glasses and hard hat) causing a laceration above his left eyebrow. ee was taken for medical treatment, received 4 stitches for the laceration and was released to work with no restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6762,"ee was leaving the control room in the prep plant and turned the handle with his right hand and pushed on the glass window in the door with his left hand. the window broke, cutting his left wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6763,a service mechanic was repairing a screen plant when he reached around to hold the head of a carriage bolt with his gloved hand. the air wrench on the other end spun the bolt tearing the mechanic's glove and cutting the left middle finger. the injury required 5 stitches and a band aid.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6764,slaven crusher screen plant had built up wet material on the inside of the chute that collapsed onto the belt and plugged it. the employee was shoveling from an awkward position and strained his shoulder while cleaning the belt. the employee was seen by a physician who prescribed physical therapy and lifting restrictions of 15 lbs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6765,"ee pouring concrete had build up in line, when line cleared ee received concrete to the face/eyes resulting in concrete burns to the eyes. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6766,"employee was installing an intake tube when the tube slipped and hit him in the mouth, cracking a tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6767,"after grinding metal, while washing hands to eat, employee noticed something in his eye. requested to see doctor 2 days later.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6768,employee stated that while carrying tubes to the miner on 7 right he crossed the coal pile with the first tube and was dragging the second tube over the pile when he felt a pop in the middle of his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6769,"employee was installing rib straps on mmu 004-0. while making a sudden turn, he felt a burning sensation in his lower back on 4/20/12. on 6/8/12 his back was hurting so he went home early. that afternoon, he went to visit his doctor concerning his back and is off by doctor's orders until further notice.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6770,employee was removing an ear from a road rack and felt pain in groin area. employee was diagnosed with a hernia on 09/21/2015.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6771,"picked up bucket of miner bits (20) in one hand & miner remote box in other. hit head on low place in mine roof, twisted head, felt sharp pain in back. pulled & strained back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6772,"employee was pulling a sample from foot stock pile at the base of pile, using the sample tube. while shoving the tube into the pile, ee twisted his hip causing pain in right hip. note: the reason this incident was not reported timely was due to weather, this was an existing condition not made aware of until 10/08/04.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6773,ee was stacking powder boxes for the crew and stacked them too high and the boxes fell on ee who stacked boxes in the powder mag. ee strain her back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6774,"employee was prying on one side of the belly pan(pan was hooked to the boom, holding the weight)he was pulling against it with a slate bar to line up the hinge pin holes. he felt a kink in his lower right back and he thinks he pulled a muscle. the muscle got tighter as the shift went on. this injury was not ruled work related until june 8th, 2013.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6775,grm was changing filter sock at #1 baghouse on 350 hot end when he felt pain in right elbow & forearm area. taken to dr. for right arm strain and given otc medication and returned to work with no restrictions. primary doctor ordered physical therapy on 10/27/14-11/28/14. taken out of work 12/02/14 through 2/1/15. rtw on 2/2/15. 40 lta days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6776,"employee was operating a dozer on a berm. employee went to back up and backed over the side of the berm, turned dozer over and slid down the berm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -6777,ee attempted to catch a liner and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6778,miner bent over to pick up a piece of flag stone and strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6779,"employee was assisting in the removal of a steel plate from the floor beneath the crusher. the plate was dropped, striking the employee on the right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6780,plant power outage caused pump to quit for the sand grinders. employee opened lid to add water to the sand grinder when steam came out and burned left upper arm. (minor burn),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6781,"the operator of the 65 shovel was loading the t557 and on the third dipper, the dipper clipped the duck tail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -6782,employee was removing belt structure from longwall belt. as he was in the process of tossing a piece of structure over the belt he pinched his right middle finger between two pieces of metal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6783,the miner was using a skill saw to cut a piece of lumber. the saw shot a piece of wood shavings into miner's eye. they were wearing eye protection when this occurred.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6784,stepping up on truck ladder and twisted back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6785,ee was tightening bolt with 3/4 drive ratchet. ratchet slipped and hit hand between machine and ratchet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6786,ee was putting a crib block under the tire of a scoop while doing this ee smashed his finger which caused a laceration that required stitches to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6787,ee was throwing miner cable off miner when ee felt pain in left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -6788,a piece of rock slid off the atrs & struck ee inthe face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6789,while replacing flashing ee was not wearing gloves and was using a box cutter and was cutting towards self. a witness stated to the employee: shouldn't be cutting towards self.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6790,while changing the screens in the rotary breaker a come-a-long slipped and smashed the employees finger. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6791,employee was using sledge hammer to drive wedges in a crusher that was being removed and pulled a muscle in his right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -6792,cut top of hand while unloading belt supplies. turned and hit end of pogo stick which resulted in cut hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6793,while sharpening drill bits the employee felt a pain in his right wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6794,ee was changing the dust filters on drill #514. he failed to move his arm and the filter dropped out and struck his arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6795,ee was emptying a stone hopper by hand and felt a strain in left shoulder after they were done. reported 8-27-2020 did not see doctor until 9-30-2020. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6796,employee was standing on the second rung of a access ladder as a hammer drill was passed down tohim. he was not ready to receive the drill & as he attempted to catch the drill he fell to the floor and the drill struck his hand against the concrete floor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6797,unloading crib blocks from scoop to be used for building crib.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6798,"employee was in the process of installing a roof bolt, as he was drilling the hole to install the bolt the drill steel caught on the lip of the drill pot on the bolter. when he applied upward pressure with the boom, the drill steel struck the employees right hand, causing a fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6799,while an ee was using a hammer & chisel to break chain apart another ee was observing. a small sliver of metal hit that ee in left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6800,"employee was cleaning out the dump gate on a mixer with a short d-handle shovel. the gate closed down on his left hand & his fingers where caught in-between the gate and shovel handle, causing a crushing injury to finger #5.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6801,"employee was attempting to cut a piece of rubber skirting when the utility knife slipped, cutting through left thumbnail and back to the first knuckle. 5 stitches required to close wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6802,employee had hooked a chain to the # 3 section power center while some other employees had double hooked a chain on the other side. it was high tension chain. the hook pin either came out or broke and struck employee in his left arm/elbow causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6803,"employee was holding grease gun with right hand, using the left hand/fingers to guide the end of the nozzle. while using the air-pressured grease gun to shoot grease into fitting, employee felt a ""sting"" on the tip of the left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6804,ee was working with crew raising section of cooler water trough from floor to work stands. as the section was being lifted the injured ee was holding the end of the trough when the load shifted resulting in left hand being pinched between the trough and the cooler wall. laceration to right palm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6805,winfield north - d-21 demolition. ee was cutting sheave from a-leg cross piece. in wrong place and sheave dropped on lower rt leg & foot. 4 stitches & 12 staples. no broken bones.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6806,employee was bolting top in the #3 entry. he went to bend the roof bolt and pulled lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6807,"employee was in the process of servicing an air pump when the discharge line blew apart. the water flow struck him in the back and as he attempted to move out of the flow path he caught his le ft foot between an 8"" and a 4"" water line causing him to twist his left ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6808,"ee was replacing bags in the r/mill baghouse. task began upon start time (7:00 am). ee states lunch break @ 12-12:30 pm. completed task appr. 2:15 pm and noticed tightness in mid to upper middle portion of back. ee cleaned up used bags and tools, and clocked out @ 3:30 pm. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6809,"employee was sitting at the bottom of a slope. another employee was sitting at top of slope. when he stood a rock approximately 3.5"" diameter rolled down slope and hit employee in the back. slope was approx. 7-9 ft.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -6810,"ee was stooped over in tight conditions, changing oil filter in a cold environment. strained back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6811,on 1-3-13 employee was closing a metal door on a feeder chute at the mines tipple. while closing the door he strained his abdomen. on 1-18-13 he was seen by a dr. and was diagnosed with a hernia that would require surgery to repair. on 2-12-13 he had surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6812,"attempting to straighten a 12"" anchor pin with drill press. pin popped out of hydraulic press and hit his right hand - 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6813,on 10/11/06 employee reported to supervisor that his back was sore due to work he was doing on 10/7/06. employee reported using chipping gun overhead to remove buildup of material in elephant trunk of #4 rr belt head pulley. on 10/12/06 at the end of the shift he went to doctor and returned to work on the 13th reporting that he had gone to the doctor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6814,he was bolting top when a piece of drill steel broke & struck him on the left arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6815,iw and the supervisor were changing v-belts on the cyclone pump. the equipment was locked out and tagged out while working on it. iw looked away and caught the left index finger in/between the v-belt and pulley wheel causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6816,back sprained while duck-walking carrying 40# of required equipment thru all entries of underground mine.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6817,employee was loosening nuts with a rachet & socket when he received a lumbar strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6818,employee was breaking stone when a small sliver of stone struck him in the arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6819,employee's shift began at 6:00 p.m. on 2/21/2008. employee was pulling on a wrench to break a bolt loose on an oil cooler. employee felt pain in his right elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6820,ee was putting up crossovers with single boom,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6821,ee was bringing continuous miner out of the 1st cut in the break right between #1 and #2 entry. as he trammed the continuous miner in reverse down the # 1 entry he was positioned beside the ma chine and his right foot was between the machineand it's cable. the miner cable pulled tight & caught his right foot between the continuous miner & cable resulting in a bruise to lower rt leg,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6822,ee was lowering self down from the structure below the goodfellow screen. ee felt pain in the left shoulder. ee and the supervisor reported the next day. first aid was administered. on 02/20/2020 ee requested to see a doctor. prescribed 2 rx meds. and light duty until 02/26/2020. the incident became reportable then. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6823,prying stuck chunks of dirt with a pry bar and hurt shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6824,injured was hanging miner cable and strained shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6825,employee was lifting an impact head out from a container and as ee turned to put it on the lift ee felt pain in lower back. stated missing time from the injury on 04-07-2018. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6826,"employee and a coworker were installing a bottom belt roller. one end of the roller was put in the hanger. to install the other end, the coworker lifted up on the belt using channel locks while injured lifted the end of the roller into place. some weight of the belt was still on the roller and he felt pain in his back as he lifted it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6827,"victim was caught between track hoe bucket and haul truck. an excavator was loading material in a haul truck parked in the pit. when the victim exited the truck, he was struck by the bucket of the excavator and pinned against the truck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6828,mechanic was cutting bogie pins with an acetylene torch and left hand was by handle of torch. the handle of the torch was loose allowing oxygen to build up in the glove and ignite.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6829,"ee was opening a bucket of oil, cut finger when he caught it between handle and edge of bucket. injury resulted in application of aluminum foam finger splint. this report is being generated under protest to terminate citation #9006068.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6830,"employee was installing a new haulage tram motor on the shear, as the employee moved a hydraulic hose out of the way, the motor shifted and smashed the employee's right index finger between the motor and the frame of the machine. 7 stitches were required to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6831,"two employees lifting a radiator,weight sifted toward the injured employee landing in his arms and abdomen. employee felt a pain below his umbilicus. employee continued to work his shift. pain became worse over the next week and he reported it to his supervisor on friday afternoon 10/16/09.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6832,employee was jacking a mantrip back onto the track when the jack slipped & caught his thumb between the jack & the mantrip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6833,employee was making a splice on a trailing cable and struck his left index finger with a hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6834,"while he was spot bolting, a rock fell from between bolts, striking his left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6835,"the employee had welded nuts onto a threaded rod and within 10-15 minutes attempted to pick it up with his bare left hand, resulting in 2nd degree burns to his palm area that required medical attention.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6836,a small piece of coal fell from the mine roof and bounced off the roof bolting machine and struck employee in the nose.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6837,setting roof drill tire up says he felt pain in lower back inflamed nerve.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6838,employee was working on the replacement or wear tips at the rental mobile crusher; while doing so he lifted a wear tip and rotated to place it on its place when felt pain on his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6839,"injured picked up winch hook to move from behind bucket ram into the scoop bucket. while positioning the hook in the bucket he pinched his gloved middle finger between the winch hook and the bucket, receiving a fracture. occurred in track heading of 1 east, 27 block. no problems with training, ppe, mining machines or compliance issues.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6840,"alleged incident was to have occurred while this ee was unloading rock dust from a shield car. cause of this injury was improper lifting and body positioning. compliance with rules/regs not a factor, personnel equipment not a factor, miner proficiency a factor, mining equipment not a factor, but mining systems could be a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6841,employee was b-bonding a stopping on right mains. while applying b-bond he got some on his arms causing skin irritation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6842,"ee was holding the end of the car wash hose whenthe nozzle blew off. the hose clamp on the hose slid through his hand, cutting his finger. laceration of the proximal phalanx/left hand/pointer finger/palm side. required 4 stitches from dr.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6843,"employee was prying up on a roof bolt and plate in the mine floor. the bar slipped and struck employee's right cheek and face, resulting in a laceration requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6844,injured was opening a man door. his right hand was pinched between the door and the door frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6845,repairman was working with 2 co-workers replacing a broken elevator chain pin on top of the elevator. at approx. 3pm he felt a pain in his mid back area while swinging a sledgehammer to drive a new pin into position. continued working through the remaining week until recurring soreness required medical attention on 1/17/12 and restricted duty temporarily until is complete.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -6846,working on guard on surface belt head and cut middle finger on metal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6847,lifting hood on moxy equipment #1450 for am precheck and he twisted his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6848,"they were using a come along to pull the motor tension back, this allowed them to replace the drive belt onto to the pulleys. come along slipped causing the motor to land on ee's hand. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6849,"while installing a line curtain with a pogo stick, the pogo stick kicked out and the sharp end cut ee's right thigh requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6850,the employee was breaking up rock from on top of the continuous miner when a piece of rock in left eye. employee suffered a corneal abrasion and was taken off work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6851,ee was grinding on the #14 conveyor frame when a piece of steel flew off & entered his eye. at the time he thought he just got some dust in his eye & cont. to finish the work day. he worked the entire next day & woke up in the middle of the night w/eye pain. on the 17th he called in & went to the eye dr where they dug a piece of steel out of his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6852,employee sustained laceration to the left ring finger from contact with a sharp object. laceration required 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6853,"employee was removng a 8"" pipe and fingers on right hand got caught in a pinch point between pipe and i-beam. reportable - stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6854,while lining up screen frame to put bolt in place for center hold - hit the down control on the overhead crane rather that the up control. laceration on index finger on left hand requiring 2 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6855,ee was taking bolt out and was using impact wrench. ee put hand/palm underneath to hold bolt and spun belt with wrench. bolt spun into right hand/palm. ee received stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6856,belt was turned off. rock was stuck under belt. ee was using a bar to hit rock to try to knock thru the other side. rock broke loose & ee's right hand got stuck under belt. a co-worker had to cut the belt to get ee's hand loose. ee was able to move all fingers but was really sore. went to hospital to have x-rays to check for broken bones. had swelling & bruising.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6857,injured was putting crib under scoop tire and hit finger on rock and between crib cutting finger and requiring stitches on his left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6858,claimant states caught left index finger between pin & bucket edge as he was replacing tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6859,employee was cutting a rubber hose with utility knife. knife slipped and punctured/cut left arm between wrist and forearm. employee was taken to company doctor where he was treated. employee received 3 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6860,employee was setting a 30 h.p. pump and shoveling material over boots when the bunker washed out. employee then felt burning on both of his legs. he is being treated for chemical burns.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6861,employee was performing detox duties when foreign material got into his right eye. employee was diagnosed and treated for chemical conjuctivitis. employee was wearing safety glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6862,"while roof bolting, ee hit his knee on the drill head of the #1 roof bolter.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6863,ee was carrying timbers through x-cuts over gob & down the beltline. when she stepped up over some gob she felt a sharp pain in her hip shootingdown her right leg. she was treated for this con dition and continued to work until 11/6/01 when the pain and discomfort prevented her from returning to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6864,strain or injury by pump started to shift from floor jack and employee caught to keep from falling. longer than 40 hour restriction-lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6865,employee was lifting a 5 gallon sample bucket of light weight aggregate. she felt a strain in her back. doctor put her on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6866,"employee was packaging 50 lb. bags. he removed a bag from the spout and turned to the left to place the bag on a nearly full pallet. as he turned, he felt a sharp pain in his left leg and he fell to the floor. he received medical attention at the local hospital. he has a left knee strain and is working on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6867,the hydraulic hose on boom truck crane malfunctioned causing the tire on the crane to swing and strike employee on the right leg/knee area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6868,"handling crib blocks felt & heard a pop in the right shoulder, trained on lifting procedures a requirement of material handling., wearing proper ppe",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6869,employee got a metal fleck in his eye while grinding.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6870,employee stated he was helping the electrician make a splice in the shuttle car cable and his knife slipped off of the cable cutting his little finger on his left hand. had to have stitches put in finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6871,"loading powder truck, he bent down to go under the anfo bin, straightened up, felt something pull in neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6872,while changing a hydraulic oil line. employee reached under the piece of heavy equipment to retrieve a dropped tool. oil running from the removed hose dripped into the eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6873,the employee was using a power drill and was drilling a piece of metal. he was holding the metal in his hand and it twisted causing a laceration that needed stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6874,"injured was pulling front end of pump off w/come-along in fresh water pump house, when front end of pump came loose striking his right hand between front end of pump of a suction pipe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6875,"employee was moving a distribution box that was on a pallet with a pallet jack. while pulling the pallet jack towards self, ee felt a pain in rt forearm. employee has a pulled muscle in the rt forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6876,was working out on the block when his chisel slipped and he hit his right thumb with his hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6877,ee was loading bags of anfo to be delivered to the blast site. on 4-21-04 he told his supervisor that his arm was hurting and thinks it is from loading the bags of anfo.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6878,"employee was exiting the control room when his tool belt was hanging over his shoulder and slipped off. when he caught the tool belt, he felt a burning sensation in his right shoulder. he was evaluated by a physician and physical therapy started on 7-9-01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6879,employee was installing bolts in kiln hood doors with an adjustable wrench and strained/popped left shoulder while tightening the bolts. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6880,"while working on a maintenance project, ee was drilling a small pilot hole to attach a cover to the oversize conveyor on the red screening plant when a piece of metal became airborne and struck ee in the right eye. ppe was and is provided and readily available but ee was not utilizing it at the time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6881,ee had unloaded some brake calipers out of the bucket of the 910 loader. his back started hurting later.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6882,while stacking 50 lb bags onto a pallet one of the bags of filteraid onto the pallet one of the bags fell off. worker tried to catch the bag andstrained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6883,ee was shoveling stemming (drill cuttings) into a blast hole. dirt was muddy & heavy. ee strained back while shoveling.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6884,employee felt irritation in his left eye at lunch break after cutting and grinding steel for chutes near screen #4 area. looking in mirror he found a piece of steel in his eye. taken to occupational health facility. treated and released full duty with opthomological prescription for eye drops. no loss time,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6885,a fully trained miner was carrying a grinder when the miner accidentally hit the trigger switch causing the grinder to cut miner's hand resulting in sutures. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6886,a repairman was grinding on a rusty peice of steel. another employee was standing near him and got rust and metal in both eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6887,"temporary employee was uncoiling a new tow-cable with a full-time employee. cable end came up, striking temporary employee in the face. employee received a chipped tooth and lacerations to outside and inside of lip, which did not require stitches. this occurred on the night shift and employee was outside.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6888,"ee was loading bolting mats into cage. the ee lost control of the mats he was loading, catching his hand between the mats and cage door. injury was a cut on index finger, requiring 2 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6889,employee was using a utility knife to cut plastic tape off a belt chain when he cut his right index finger. he went to the doctor & got 4 sutures. returned to work next scheduled shift - no lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6890,"the employee was steam cleaning the drill. he was up on the mast of the drill. as he went to squeeze the handle to activate the cleaner, the nozzle jumped and he lost control of the wand. the high pressure water cut the tip of his boot and sprayed hot water onto his left foot causing 2nd degree burns to his foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6891,employee sustained left wrist strain while shoveling material out of haul truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6892,he was climbing onto a d8 dozer when he felt a pain in his left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6893,employee was changing filters on a 992 loader when he felt a burning sensation in his naval area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6894,re-installing bucket on skid steer loader. using right foot to push pin lever down. felt popping/tearing in right foot. sprain/strain,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6895,"as the employee was placing a drill sub in the bed of a pick-up, he pinched his finger between two bits resulting in a chip fracture of the right index finger. he was placed in a splint and received light duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6896,while load acetylene tank into truck employee's finger became pinched between tank and truck resulting in a bruised left pinky finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6897,"employee was peeling off the face of a slab and sandstone with a 2 lb hammer and stone chisel when he was struck in the left eye by a stone fragment which entered under the lens of his safety glasses. diagnosis: traumatic conjunctivitis, prescription medication given. returned to work next morning full capacity.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6898,the employee was tightening the rear lugs of a tire on a 190 ton haul truck with an impact gun. he was working from a portable stair. he states that he twisted and reached with the gun. which weighs approx 34 lbs. he continued to have some discomfort.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6899,employee felt pain in right shoulder while pulling on a wrench.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6900,worker has been working in airslides and the cement dust irritated arms and created a rash. ee was prescribe a medication to help with irritation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6901,employee pinched ee's finger on a load out ladder guide roll requiring 3 stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6902,"the employee was cutting a 60"" under screen belt when the knife slipped out of the belt and cut his leg. the laceration resulted in 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6903,an employee with 2 years mining exp & 1 week at sieboldt was operating a stockpile truck at the plant. when employee opened door of truck his left hand made contact with a roll pin that attached the handle to the door. the pin head was mushroomed and caused a small laceration. employee received 3 stitches and was released with no work restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6904,employee was pulling floor pump pipe on c floor. pipe became loose striking employee's left foot causing fracture. restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6905,"employee was gathering material to construct handrails. as the employee was pulling a 1"" piece of round stock, ee pinched left 4th finger between the round stock and the steel rack frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6906,employee was operating an excavator between two small ponds when the ground beneath the excavator tracks failed and the excavator toppled into one of the ponds.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Drowning -6907,op3 was in area 335 turning a valve on #8 press when they felt a pain in the right abdomen that radiated down into groin. employee seen by doctor for evaluation. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6908,ee was stacking bags of product on pallet when he strained his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6909,employee was setting up a ladder and the ladder tapped a dusty pipe. employee was looking up and dust got in his eye. he was evaluated by a physician and taken off of work for one day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6910,employee stated that employee was changing a bottom roller on the overland belt. standing in mud employee's foot got stuck in mud employee went to turn and walk and felt something pull in right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6911,lifting on belthead drive roller.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6912,employee was surface when he picked up a spring for a mac-8 diesel ride. when he started to pick the spring on a pallet he felt pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6913,ee bent over to pick up 15 paper sacks. when he straightened up he felt a sharp pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6914,employee went into the shaker screen to flip over some gates. he had his hand located at the top of the gate and was shaking out some rocks that had become lodged in the gate. the rocks fell and the metal gate fell on his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6915,men were in the process of hanging cable so shuttle car could haul under it. ee's where holding up cable while another ee twisted wire around it in order to hold it up. he then left section and told another ee that he had strained his groin & that he was going home.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6916,"ee was removing rock from a/c crusher, when rock from loader fell and struck ee in lower back and left calf of leg. ee sustained minor abrasions and a contusion to lower back (ee performed reg ular duties 9-25-00-11-17-00 ee continued work until 11-17-00 when he stated back still hurt. dr assigned time off until follow up review is made 12-8-00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6917,employee was welding d11r main frame. stopped welding and raised welding hood and then felt something in right eye. metal must have been on welding hood.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6918,ee states he was placing steel band on a hammermill flight and dropped steel band (~15 pounds). band struck finger. finger was fractured.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6919,ie was hammering a knife valve closed when the hammer deflected off of the valve and struck ie finger causing a fracture. ie never missed a day of work and did not get x-rays until 1/23/2023.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6920,"during the ee's shift, he both welded & used the grinder. he was wearing a welding hood over his eyes but nothing else. at some point, metal fragments got into ee's left eye. er doctor removed & released ee to full duty. however, he inserted rx eye drops, which makes this a reportable accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6921,"employee was in the process of taking shim plates off of a pallet, when the weight of the shims shifted, causing the shims to fall pff pallet and onto the employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6922,ee was troubleshooting an fk pump when the actuating counterweigh took an unexpected upward thrust and then downward catching ee right hand middle finger between the counterweight and the discharge pipe flange,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6923,"ee was removing thimbles from swirl chamber and as he was pulling one out of the access hole, some hot material went into the top of his glove. the hot material (kiln feed) caused a burn to the top of ee's right hand (little larger than 1/2 dollar). ee was wearing proper ppe. ee did not report incident until 11/8/10, at which time he was sent to doctor. wound care/antibiotic.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6924,ee was climbing down from the conveyor to the pile. he jumped from the catwalk with his hand on top of an angle iron support for the handrail. his wedding ring caught on the angle iron & cause d the injury. he was not wearing gloves at the time. dr. prescribed antibiotic & pain killer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6925,"he was traveling thru a 30""x30"" mandoor, while holding the door open with his left arm he felt pain in the bicep area. he continued to work at his regular duties but also continued to feel pain. he eventually went to a physician and was diagnosed with a left bicep tendon tear. he was removed from work on 4/7/08 for surgery to repair the torn bicep tendon. 1st day off was 4/7/08.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6926,"ee was working on a large pump repairing lining. liner slipped out of housing hitting leg, causing fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6927,employee was completing pre-operating inspection when the engine hood spring mechanism failed. this resulted in the hood contacting the employees right arm. employee was seen at the clinic where an x-ray revealed a fracture to the arm. employee was released to light duty. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6928,employee was in the finish mill using an air hammer and it slipped. ee fell down and right forearm came into contact with some hot material causing it to blister.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6929,putting in belt stands he caught his finger between two sections of belt structure causing a fracture to his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6930,"employee was greasing a loader when a grease fitting had come loose. with grease hose in hand, ee was coming from under the loader to get tools to replace the fitting. the employee accidentally discharged the grease. the grease struck the employee and embedded under the shin. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6931,"ee was using a 24"" adjustable wrench to tighten track bolts while installing 80 lb track rail on the #2 section. the wrench slipped off a track bolt he was tightening & struck his face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6932,stated that area was slightly painfull during weekend at hom. it worsened yesterday & today. at 1400 came to supervior & we took him in for an evaluation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6933,employee was replacing a magnetic mount on a tracking pad to attach the pad to a tool box. the pad flipped expectantly and pinched employee's left thumb between the magnet and the tool box. employee went to a doctor on 7/5/2022 and was diagnosed with a fracture to the thumb. the employee continues to work all scheduled shift. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6934,a shim stack fell wedging the ee's finger between shim and piece of equipment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6935,ee was manually shoveling stones by a conveyor when the shovel struck a large rock injuring hisright wrist. he was not seen by a physician for the continuing discomfort until 1/31/02. his for earm & wrist were apparently sprained by the sudden impact with the rock.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6936,ee states shoveling gravel into holes and back began to hurt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6937,ee stopped to roll a rock out of the way of drilling a lifter hole. while rolling the rock he felt a pain in his back. pain worsened over next 24 hours. he is now on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6938,"he was making a splice, holding the cable in one hand, got tape out of his pocket, pulled tape with his teeth and broke a tooth. no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6939,"ee was bolting top and a small piece of rock fell and hit him on shoulder. the rock 2"" thick x 8"" square. fell from about 8' high.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6940,employee was laying on a catwalk on c213 reaching through framework trying to get the return roller out of the brackets. his back popped and also injured muscle under shoulder blade. he didn't get better so he went to doctor on 3-12-01. he was treated by a chiropractor and also got a prescription for the pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6941,notified on 1/5/04 that injured miner sought medical treatment from a chiropractor on 11/13/03. the miner stated that he noticed pain in low back after turning sieve box from the plant to alig n it in a truck. the sieve box was attached to an overhead hoist. ee missed no time from the injury & returned to normal job duties.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -6942,a mechanic from the mobile shop received a laceration in his left hand. he was changing a seal on a pto. the tool that he used slipped off his hand. he received the cut on the palm of his hand close to his thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6943,the individual was checking the cable reel on the mrs. the lid for the cable reel fell on left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6944,"ee and a mechanic where using a hydraulic wrench to tighten the spider bolts on the gyratory crusher. while the ee was repositioning the wrench, a miscomunication accurred with the mechanic. the mechanic energized the wrench, pinching the ee's finger between wrench and crusher structure.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6945,"co-worker was attempting to put the mantrip back on the rails. a jack was set on crib blocks. while pushing the jack bar down, the jack gave out and hit employee in the face. he was cut in the face and lost 5 teeth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6946,employee was holding up a small pipe patch and trying to weld it in place. he was in an awkward position and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6947,ee was cutting a concrete wall with a concrete chainsaw. the saw kicked back cutting him on the chin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6948,"while working on a 2"" threaded pipe, the contractor pushed one pipe aside and reached beyond it to reach the one he was working on. as he moved the pipe aside, his forearm struck the threads of that pipe which had a small bur on it. the bur caused a 1/2 inch laceration that required six sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6949,injury used a power washer wand to wash grease off his boots. water went inside his boot and burned his right ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -6950,"employee was swinging a 20 lb. sledge hammer, driving a piece of all thread to remove pan liner bolts from the sag mill. the hammer glanced off the all thread and pinched the employee's finger causing a laceration which required sutures to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6951,"ee was cutting a 8"" x 8"" tomber. his saw hit a knot in the timber and kicked back, cutting ee's finger. ee is a lost time injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6952,she was cutting off the top of a box of tickets when the box cutter kinfe slipped and cut the middle finger of her left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6953,right thumb caught in grinder. right nail pulled off during incident. required two stitches to stop bleeding.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6954,"employee was shoveling spilled material on 1/26/09, on 1/28/09 he developed a lump on lower left abdomen.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6955,employee stated that he was holding the vibrator screen upright with his left hand while using a utility knife to cut the rubber tips off the side of the screen with his right hand. the screen slipped causing his left hand to move to the right and the knife came down and lacerated his left ring and small fingers. reportable due to sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6956,"a mechanic was cutting a section of heater hose with a razor knife. his other hand was stabilizing the hose. as he drew the knife toward himself, the blade contacted the top portion of his left hand above his thumb causing a two-inch laceration. the mechanic received sutures to close the wound and returned to full duty on the same shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6957,was cutting conveyor belt with a utility knife when it broke slipping and cutting top of right arm about 3 inches. required seven stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6958,ee received flash burn from c0-worker welding inthe same area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -6959,dropped a stone on left foot while working on chopper,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6960,"ee was throwing cribs from one side of the entry to the other side when he lifted and twisted wrong, feeling pain in his lower back and right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6961,ee had his finger mashed in the door of the haul truck cab. he was pulling the cb cable that was dragging inside the cab. another ee was training on the truck. he got out of the cab & pulled slack out of the cb cable line. injured was trying to hold the cable out of the way while the door was shut. injured thought he was ok & told other ee to shut the door. finger was fractured.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6962,"while removing a large nut on flushing head of drill,ee struck the wrench he was using with a hammer causing a sliver to imbed into his hand. he was taken to er and the decsion was to leave it alone, however the hand continued to bother him so he was scheduled to have it removed on 4/24/2008 and is currently off work until then.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6963,ee received cement burns to both feet while walking through water after the shotcrete crew cleaned off the cement trucks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6964,employee was using a tank duster and was holding the discharge hose. the discharge hose became stopped up and blew off the main rock dust tank. the end struck ee on the bridge of the nose and caused a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6965,reported soar neck from operating excavator,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -6966,"ee was assisting with moving and loading steel rods. one of the rods rolled and slipped out of his grip, finger got caught between two rods, mashing middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6967,"sprain/strain to spine, caused by picking up a rock. cyriack did not report injury or went to see a dr til 10-26-00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6968,setting up crusher leaning forward on knees with toes buried in sand felt strain in ankle/heel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6969,"travk entry near rockdust chute. equipment move was off track. man was helping to put a draw baron to a dolly and a locomotive to pull back on track pin- he was inserting through bar was bent. locomotive coasted, his finger was caught between pin and locomotive.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6970,employee was shoveling when he reported his back began to hurt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6971,"employee was lifting multiclone rotary valve to put back in place when he felt a ""pull"" in his groin area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6972,employee was carrying a stone and felt some pain in his back. *didn't report injury until 2-8-07. back strain. off work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6973,contractor employee stated he brought the john deere backhoe to the bag hours and was waiting form co-worker to return. he noticed water droplets coming from the discharge end of the rotary air valve. he went to investigate. he reached up into the discharge opening of the rotary air lock valve that was running and injured two fingers on his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -6974,"the ee had to walk sideways through a 23 inch walkway to go to the maintenance shop. the employee was side-stepping to the right. as the ee was free to sqare up his body, the next step is where the ee heard and felt the pop in his right foot. the ee fractured his right 5th metatarsal. a splint and restricted work was the outcome, thus resulting in the msha reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6975,"employee was moving empty barrels. while moving one barrel, another barrel behind it shifted and fell striking the employee on the left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6976,"employee lost her grip on a hose and it struck her in the face. she was seen by a doctor, diagnosed with a concussion, and taken off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6977,"changing a tire on cat loader, worker was dismounting tire with a ram 1800 bead breaker positioned on back side of rimbase. tool was properly secured, but popped out striking employee in the face, knocking him to the ground. have reason tobelieve that rim section failed causing the beadbreaker to slip. he was treated at hospital for stitches, bruises and broken nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6978,"employee was working in a fume hood attempting to unscrew a dispenser from the bottle of nitric acid. the outlet to the dispenser had a screw cap in place but contained a trace amount of acid that was not seen by her. the slight shock to the dispenser from the force of turning it, caused a drop of acid to fly up and hit her in the left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -6979,ee was removing a wear edge from loader by striking edge with a hammer. when the ee struck the wear edge a small piece of metal flew off & imbedded itself in the ee's leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6980,"employee a laborer with 31 yrs experience, 5 mos. on this project was trying to drive a 1"" diameter steel form stake into the ground by hitting it with a 21/2lb hammer. as he swung the hammer, he missed, striking his finger against the stake. this caused a laceration to his right index finger resulting in 15 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6981,employee was de-trashing #6 entry along the main travel way. ee was lifting mud/ice laden pallets and felt a pop in groin area. employee was not initially a lost time accident as they worked until 3/28/2022 doing regular job when they then went for treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -6982,employee was assisting another employee weld a pipe. the employeen did not wear his welding hood the entire time while attempting to weld the pipe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -6983,operator was descending a fixed ladder when left foot stuck in the ladder rung and twisted his knee as he reached with his right leg for the next rung. the operator suffered slight tendon tear and started physical therapy on his left knee 1-27-2014.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6984,employee was rigging up chain jacks on a bucket truck. the employee hung a 3/4 ton jack to the lip of a toe board above the storage bin for temporary storage on the truck. the employee was hanging a second jack to the same toe board when the first chain fell off and part of it struck the employee in the mouth casing a chip in the employee's front tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -6985,while hand scaling in the face the scaling bar slipped on a rock and caused pain in the employee's right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6986,"employee was unplugging cone crusher when he felt a pain in his right hand between his thumb and first finger. cold pak was applied on site, employee finished working his shift. after employee had returned home swelling returned and he went to the emergency room for evaluation. was placed on light duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -6987,operator was pushing an air release valve lever in order to de-air railcar braking system when his hand slipped striking his wrist on the valve lever guide (support).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6988,grinding on window seal and a piece of metal went into r eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -6989,"employee assisting another employee un-hitching an air compressor on a trailer from the maintenance truck. iw was pressing down on the latch to release the trailer from the ball, when the trailer rolled, causing his l index finger to be smashed between a steel plate on the truck above the hitch and the trailer hitch. iw l index finger received a serious avulsion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6990,ee was drilling with jackleg drill when the steel shanked and caused his right hand to hit the d-handle of the machine.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6991,"employee was working in unnatural position and object entered eye under safety glasses. medical treatment was received, requiring prescription eye drops.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6992,"victim checked pin on stab jack fletcher bolter. laid hand on boom, raised jack and caught index finger between canopy and boom, causing injury to finger. x-rays showed it was broken and required stitches. also removed fingernail on ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6993,the coal feeder was frozen due to cold temperatures. ee was pulling on the v-belts to get the feeder dislodged. when the pitman arm was fully extended the feeder released & pulled ee's right t humb between the belt & pulley closest to the electric motor. at this time all sources of power to this one feeder were disconnected. ee's top portion of right thumb was severed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -6994,"employee caught left thumb between the tailgate and body of a side by side, injuring the thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -6995,employee was drilling an electrical box on the maclean bolter when the drill penetrated through the box cutting the back of his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6996,"while trying to remove a piece of slate rock from the top of the continuous miner, the operator suffered a laceration to his left forearm. the employee was shoving the rock with his hands whenever a piece of the rock fragmented, allowing his one hand to slip free, exposing his arm to the sharp rock. the laceration required 3 sutures to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6997,employee was working on a heater when he cut his finger on a piece of metal. laceration required stitches and employee returned to work the following work day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -6998,"ee was cutting a rubber hose with a box knife. while pulling the knife towards himself the knife slipped & cut a 2"" laceration into his left arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -6999,while pulling myself upon dozer pulled something in left hand or wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7000,employee was climbing/working inside precip and felt a pain in groin area when he climbed out.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7001,"became msha reportable on oct 15 2003. ee was using a pry bar to move a track rail when he felt pain in his rt. knee. continued working until oct 15, 2003.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7002,an employee grabbed the edge of a screw conveyor to turn it during re-assembly and cut his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7003,"the ee was loading a drive shaft for a roof bolter in the bill of a scoop bucket. the drive shaft was just changed and had oil and grease on it. the drive shaft was in a location where it needed to be lifted in the bucket. when the ee lifted one end, it slipped out of his hands and landed on his left foot. e-ray negative, bruise.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7004,employee was connecting a cat head to a generator and caught his left little finger between them. medical treatment injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7005,employee stated that he was helping install a bolt canopy on the machine as the canopy was raised it slid over pinching the side of his hand between the canopy and the bolt tray.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7006,ee cut his finger on a stone while putting material on his saw table. result was light duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7007,employee stated while shoveling at section tail piece he felt a pulling sensation in his lower back. he started missing work on 7/24/02 due to this incident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7008,ee states he was sitting cross-legged in dragline bucket while welding in bucket. at end of day he noticed 2nd degree burn on foot. pre-existing medical condition prevented ee from feeling hea t that caused burn.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7009,employee operating overhead hoist. the control pendant slipped from his grasp and struck his knee causing a contusion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7010,employee was moving steel parts and received a laceration on finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7011,"ee was scaling corner rib, prying a smaller rock with leverage point against a larger rock sharing the same fracture system. both rocks fell and the larger landed on ee's foot. fractured left great toe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7012,the ee stated he was preparing to hang a solid curtain in the #2 entry when the continuous miner backed through the fly pads pinning him against the rib with the boom of the continuous mining machine. the ee continued to work unrestricted until 10/11/04 at which time he was placed on restricted work by a medical specialist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7013,climbing up ladder of komatsu ldr wa320-5l - wheel loader and felt a pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7014,"ee incurred a deep laceration on his rt index finger. ee and another were loading a metal skid shoe (approx 250 lbs) onto a truck. when they went to put the skid shoe on the truck it slid from his hand because of the ice, causing his fingerto be caught between the truck bed and the skid shoe. ee was wearing rubber gloves at the time if the incident. fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7015,employee was helping to remove forks off a bob cat when the forks fell landing on the top of the employees left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7016,employees back was hurting when he got up the next morning after working night before. employee did nothing out of ordinary on his normal shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7017,"getting boosters out of the magazine, a band used to keep a case of boosters closed stretched and hit left eye",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7018,"the employee was cutting a metal band that was around a pad of concrete blocks, the band broke loose cutting the employee in their right arm, resulting in to receive sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7019,"the injured employee was working in a warehouse stocking shelves and organizing floor area under another employee who was stocking selves. he was stocking the selves dropped a 4"" vic coupling striking the injured on the head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7020,picking up stone when he strained his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7021,as scoop was passing under cable employee raise up to hang cable and was caught by cable bending him backward and dislocating knee joint.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7022,employee was in the line of fire of a welder and received a burn to ee's right ear.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -7023,"belly pan on loader fell, strilking and fracturing employee's right wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7024,ee was lifting accetanlyne bottle from trailer mounted area to truck mounted area. bottle slipped and ee tried to catch/or stop fall of bottle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7025,employee was moving stones from a table saw to a pallet when he experienced pain in his right shoulder. diagnosis: right shoulder strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7026,"ee was closing the cover of a screw conveyor when the ring finger on his left hand was caught between the cover and the housing, crushing the tip of the finger. the skin was broken.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7027,ee was removing a transmission filter housing that was wedged in position. as he pulled the lower end to get it loose the weight shifted at the bottom of the filter housing catching his right little finger between housing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7028,employee was cutting conveyor belt with a utility knife when the knife slipped and cut his left forearm. three sutures were used to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7029,"employee was tightening a bolt and had pain in left shoulder, notified office on 9/28/15. went to emergency room on 9/26/15 with pain in shoulder and starting down his arm and they said he need to see an orthopedic doctor. appointment on wed 9/30/15.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7030,"ee and coworkers were working to load a piece of conveyor belt onto a rail car to be transported underground. the belt was placed in a rack by usage of a forklift. ee then attempted to pull ou t the nails, which attached the end of the belt roll. as he performed this task the roll came loose from the rack, striking ee on the right leg, forcing him to the ground. the belt was 200'lo",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7031,employee was roof bolting and was struck in the upper lip by a small piece of an unidentified foreign object causing a small laceration. he received 4 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7032,ee stated that he hurt his back pulling cables. time ofinjury is unknown in that pain occurred after the shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7033,employee was cutting metal grating with a hand grinder when the grinder kicked and lacerated his right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7034,"while repairing a dryer bearing, the maintenance person used a blow torch to cut a metal sleeve, followed by using a steel hammer to loosen and remove the sleeve. the heated and cooling metal shattered, causing small metal pieces to become airborne and embed the employee's left bicep.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7035,ee was taking measurements so a roof piece could be installed. the ee was tied off and as he maneuvered his cheater/lanyard became hung a few feet behind him. the ee pulled on his lanyard to dislodge it. the lanyard dislodged and swung towards the ee. the lanyard hit the ee in the mouth chipping two of his top front teeth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7036,"employee was holding a stake for a co-worker to hit with a sledgehammer. the injured ee put his weight on the stake with his right hand to stand up, when the co-worker came down on the stake with the sledgehammer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7037,"ee was welding w/arch welder he stopped welding, raised hood and began prying on plat s/pry bar. the pry bar slipped, striking ee in eye. safety glasses were provided to ee prior to accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7038,emp. was on the bottom floor of the kmag screening plant planning clean up activities when ee was struck on the left shoulder/neck by a piece of product buildup falling from above. emp. taken to er and placed on restrictions and given prescription meds. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7039,loosening bolts on #2 elevator and tightening chain. pulled right side groin,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7040,"strained back, initially viewed as a re-injury of 12/6/10 by gallager bassett. employee now hired legal representation and third party gallager bassett advised new claim to be opened due to ch enge in legal status. our first knowledge was on 05/02/11. thus this filing. msha notified by phone of this and advised this statement be entered.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7041,"employee was putting floor grading at the belt drive, a strap fell between the grading and frame and when he reached for it he pinched his finger between the grading and frame. (fractured left index finger)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7042,"injured caught his thumb in a rigging chain while setting a power pole, received lacerations only with stiches. return to duty same day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7043,while using a chain hoist to pull slack in the 2-c belt take-up the eyelet attached to the take-up cross member broke and the miner was struck in his left knee resulting in a contusion. he was placed on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7044,"employee picked up a 40lb bag of rock dust to put in duster. while picking up bag employee felt sharp pain in lower back. employee did not seek medical treatment until august 12, 2013 where he has undergone and will continue physical therapy for two weeks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7045,strained back loading brush in pick-up truck,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7046,"section of hand rail on cr plant had a steel burr on the inside edge. subject was using the handrail on this ladder while descending from the tail of conveyor 4. his hand slid across the burr, lacerating right palm. he was not wearing gloves at the time. six sutures applied at local hospital er. no lost time or modified duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7047,the employee smashed his rt. thumb and index finger while changing an eyebolt and coil spring on a feeder int he #2 silo.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7048,employee was using slide hammer and got finger caught between slide and stop.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7049,ie stepped off roof bolter and felt a pain in ee's right heel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7050,the employee was positioning a large steel box into place with the help of another employee that was operating a manual overhead hoist. the steel box slipped from the hoist hook and dropped 4-6 inches smashing the employee's left middle finger between the box and the concrete floor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7051,"putting stack steel in roof oblter head to drill a hole, glove got caught when he started rotation. broke little finger and dislocated ring finger on left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7052,"working on level ground & pulling on chain - dislocated shoulder in which miner was examined & arm placed in a sling. miner perhaps pulled at an awkward angle. chain was 3/4"" thick & 16' long.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7053,"worker was ""walking"" a piece of flagstone to another location when one corner of stone slid bringing other corner down to rake workers shin and calf.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7054,"while replacing a lift cylinder on a haul truck, employee released tension on chain jack and the employee's left middle finger was pinched between the frame and cylinder head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7055,"while loosening a radiator cap on a grader, hot antifreeze caused blisters on ie right hand. ie received medicine and was taken off work for 2 days while blisters healed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7056,"ee was pulling rotor extension tub on bm-2"" panel l09 . tube slipped out of hands, smashed rt. hand between shaft & fittings. rt. hand contusion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7057,"the injured was trouble shooting the air compressor on an ton battery, track mounted, supply motor locomotive. he used his left hand to turn the fan on the compressor, which allowed the brushe s inside the compressors electric motor to contaact and allowed the fan to turn causing abraisons and lacerations to the palm and fingers of his left hand. required 18 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7058,employee was opening a shipping tank car and strained right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7059,the employee was hooking up a fuel line to a bull dozer when ee twisted ee's body to turn around and felt pain in ee's lower back and leg. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7060,employee was attempting to use torch on a piece of metal when a small fragment flew up into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7061,employee was carrying a rack wheel to the face when he felt pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7062,the injured & a helper were removing bolts and nuts from gear case. the injured was holding the bolt from lower frame & the helper was losing the nut with impact wrench. the vibration creating by impact wrench caus one bolt to come loos & dropped. the bolt ricocheted off xbeam & hit his left eye between the eyebrow and eye lid.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7063,worker was opening valve on water truck when his hand became caught in a pinch point in the valve mechanism. worker received laceration to right pinky finger which required 9 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7064,"an employee filled a tank with liquid propane at the propane station. after disconnecting the hose from the tank, the employee was sprayed in the eyes under the safety glasses with propane when employee's shirt got caught on the handle that controls opening and closing the line, allowing the propane to spray out of the fueling line.   ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7065,while cutting a plate the man burned his shoulder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7066,employee reports that he strained his low back on 3/5/13 while using a sledge hammer to break ice/ore. the employee sought medical treatment and was diagnosed with nerve impingement on 4/5/13. the employee received a series of medical visits which included treatment beyond first aid.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7067,ee was using a lifting jack to put a rail runner back on the track when the jack kreeled out and the bar that he was using as a lever struck him above the left eye. he recieved 5 stitches and returned to work on 03/04/08.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7068,ee states he was lifting a box and felt a pain in his back. he was given prescription medication. accident has been under investigation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7069,employee was removing a bolt from a plate without the proper ppe. he was not wearing protective gloves. the plate struck his hand when the bolt was removing causing a laceration between the index finger and thumb. stitches were required and is estimated to take 5-10 days for skin to heal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7070,employee was cutting a rusty overhead pipe with an acetylene torch when slag fell onto suspended acetylene hose causing a second degree burn to injured right lower abdomen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7071,"helping an experienced miner bolt along the belt line with a gopher drill when drill extension wrench got stuck on bolt head, then fell down hitting helpers fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7072,"was lifting stone & it slipped down & hit him in the chest, left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7073,"ee was attempting to move a barrel of additive from a pallet. when he tried to stand barrel on its edge so it could be rolled, he felt a sharp pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7074,"at approximately 10:30 am this morning, the employee was attempting to assist another employee roll a drop chute that was being painted for installation in the new newton county plant. a contractor was also assisting in this effort. the chute they were attempting to roll was setting on two 4 x 4 wood posts.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7075,"while loading the oil drum, it slipped and when he tried to stop it, the drum caught his left ring finger against the truck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7076,miner lost hold of stone which then scraped his leg,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7077,"employee states he strained his back while shoveling out the crusher. employee did not report the injury at time of incident, then went for treatment on 11/20/13 and then reported it to plant manager on 11/25/13 claiming he had the injury two weeks prior. utilizing 11/20/13 as date of injury based on first medical visit.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7078,ee was removing bolt on loader bucket when his hand slipped causing a laceration to his right index finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7079,"individual was replacing pipe-wrap insulation in winter conditions. stood up to reposition himself and lost footing in the snow. reached out to balance himself, caught hold of the aluminum pipe wrap and caused a small laceration to the palm of his hand, fleshy part under thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7080,"maintenance employee was fabricating mounting bracket for oxy/acy. cylinders to be mounted upright in new ford shop truck. a pipe hanger was being modified into a mount when the s.s. disk on grinder became entangled with uniform shirt pulling itself into their lower right abdomen, resulting in a laceration needing 8 sutures at er.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -7081,"while cleaning walkway on autostacker, 2nd ee picked up a busted bag of rock dust from walkway and dropped to floor beneath, unaware that ee had walked under. the bag of dust hit ee in back",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7082,employee stated that he was checking a ram push spool handle and as he pulled down on the handle he felt a sharp pain in his right elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7083,"ee was opening a box with a box cutter when the box cutter slipped, cutting employees left thumb, requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7084,"a non-fatal excavator accident occurred on 10/12/07 when the hitachi 450 excavator was clearing trees from below and above the high wall. while attempting to push them down, the excavator came too close to the edge and slipped over the high wall.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7085,"while performing a hydrocyclone repair in the prep plant, employee's left thumb was pinched when a 1/2"" air impact wrench disengaged from the bolt head. surgery was performed on employee's left thumbnail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7086,employee's right index finger caught in fan belt in drill rig motor causing partial amputation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -7087,"employee pulled too hard, on a 7' long 4x4 piece of hardwood that was being used to create a lever to close gate on crusher, receiving sharp pain in groin area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7088,"employee was adjusting steel brace of a conveyor when part of the brace fell and smashed the individuals hand. the employee was wearing gloves at the time of the accident, however he suffered some broken bones on his fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7089,"the mechanic was changing a plow head bolt on a loader. the bolt was spinning, so the mechanic grabbed the head of it. the bolt head had a sharp edge and it cut his hand. the cut required stitches, making this a reportable incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7090,"the employee was picking up/moving a height adjustable jack stand. when he lifted it, the height adjusting mechanism slid and pinched his finger, cutting the tip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7091,lifting belt stands to level belt and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7092,"as ee was coming down the stair from the cable reel on the cable truck ee stepped wrong and twisted left ankle. given ice packs, next day seen by his dr and taken off work until return from days off 4/6. 4/13 notified supervisor ee ret'd dr 4/5 diagnosed possible fracture, taken off work-currently ongoing",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7093,said he felt a pinch in his lower back when pulling on cable using wire rope to tie two barges together.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7094,hand drill slum caught finger cut out of finger bad.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7095,ee was working on a dozer with an air wrench. a bolt came loose pinching his middle finger on this right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7096,"employee stated that a piece of drill steel was stuck in the drill hole, while attempting to remove the steel it dropped from the roof striking left hand, employee was seen by physician for contusions and abrasions, report is 355 days late as a result of a part 50 audit.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7097,employee was taken to clinic due to shortness of breath while cutting cathode samples. employee was given a prescription inhaler and released back to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7098,"moving excavator to lower level, when it started sliding to the left side. it came in contact with loose soil and sunk up, letting the machine roll over on its top.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7099,ee right foot turned sideway while climbing down from end loader.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7100,employee was pushing rock off the new castle seam. he backed up over a rock causing him to bump his elbow on the inside of the cab,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7101,employee cut a tree. when the tree fell it struck another tree breaking the top out of the tree being cut. the top flew back and hit the employee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7102,"laborer contracted a foreign substance (dust particle) in eye and after rubbing due to sweating, left the mine site and visited the eye doctor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7103,"ee was cleaning files out of filing cabinet. placing the files in garbage bag to be shredded. once file cabinet was cleaned out, ee went to lift the garbage bag and felt a severe burning pain down the left arm to where pinky and ring finger had burning sensation. *6/15/17 ee was seen at the ortho institute and given 2 injections/2 prescribed meds/and referred for mri & pt*",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7104,"employee reported a pop in ee's right shoulder while lifting cm cable. claim was initially denied, then ultimately determined to be work related illness due to repetitive trauma. began missing work 12/7/2015 and has not returned. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7105,employee was plastering stopping using b-bond. was wearing rubber gloves that fit up to elbows. several days later employee developed rash due to exposure to b-bond. determined to be occupational illness on 08/13/2021.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7106,employee was using a hammer & punch to hammer out a canopy pin. a piece of metal broke off the hammer & flew into his chin. a small cut under his chin. sutures to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7107,"bending over cleaning 644j bucket with a pick. employee had low back pain, nerve pinched.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7108,"employee was fabricating a reinforcing mat of rebar for concrete. he was burning a piece to size when a spark went under his safety glasses and went into his eye in the pupil area, becoming lodged.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7109,ee was shoveling underneath a conveyor belt. he struck an object embedded in the ground with the shovel. this caused a contusion to his right wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7110,"while installing a water pump outby, employee pinched his finger between the pump and a crib block. this resulted in a small laceration of finger tip. not serious, no lost time",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7111,"ie changing wear cap with 12lb sledge hammer. chip of metal came off wear plate, lodging in ee's right arm. he was seen at the er, told that the metal could remain in his arm & released to full duty. upon follow up, he was referred to orthopedic surgeon,surgical removal was scheduled as metal was laying next to nerve. surgical removal performed 06/22/04 as outpatient procedure.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7112,"employee was assisting a coworker that was drilling through a piece of copper bar. ee was holding vise grips that were clamped to the metal when the drill slipped and hit the back of their hand, causing a laceration. ee sought medical attention and is currently on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -7113,repairing equipment - ratchet broke.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7114,a jaw die bolt had broken off & was to be removed. the space to access the bolt to push it out is limited. the employee was attempting to pull the broken bolt out with a come-a-long & a welded on lifting lug. the weld broke & the chain & lifting lug were under tension came loose & hit the employee in the hard hat & made a small cut on employee's cheek requiring 4 stitches,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7115,employee was drilling and trammed his hammer into the rib causing a rock to fall and strike him in the arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7116,"the employee was jacking the jaws of a crusher closed with a porta-power. while applying pressure to the porta-power it slipped loose, flying out and striking the employee in the forehead causing a laceration that required 4 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7117,"while splitting a stone on the guillotine, a piece fell off the rollers and onto his feet.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7118,ee was driving supply motor. he was trying to empty the car & couldn't get the handle moved. he strained some muscles & broke a rib.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7119,employee was roof bolting when the drill steel got stuck in the roof. then the steel fell out of the roof striking him on the right hand little finger. he received 17 stitches on his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7120,employee lifted miner cable waist high when he experienced pain in his right groin area. he was later diagnosed with a hernia. he continued to work until 5-25-05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7121,"while trouble shooting an issue with the primary crusher, the employee was rotating the impeller by hand when his glove caught between the impeller and the liner pinching the tip of his right middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7122,"ee was holding a wrench when he was hit on the finger by a hammer held by another ee, the plantmanager at the time",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7123,"cleaning around 202 conveyor, employee went to move palletizer out of way but it was too heavy. did not feel pain until next day. notified employer on 4/25/05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7124,ee was pounding in wedge and hit hand lt w/hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -7125,employee picked up end of 1/4 inch air line with air chuck attached as to air a tire. he stated he felt a tingle in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7126,employee was performing riser cleaning in the preheater tower with a co-worker. the co-worker had required protective equipment but ee did not wear his. ee opened a port and then manually fire d an air cannon which blew hot dust on him. he violated every safety rule in the job for tower cleaning.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7127,employee was using a sledge hammer and pry bar to remove a pin from the tooth of the hitachi shovel when the sledge hammer slipped off the pry bar and hit employee's left index finger. employee received a crush injury to his finger and later contacted cellulitis. employee is restricted. no lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7128,employee was working in clinker cooler area and dust blew into his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7129,employee was loosening retaining bolts on a hydraulic pump when he experienced pain in his back. he sought medical attention on 7-31-00 and began missing work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7130,"ee was using a flubber (air lance) to loosen compacted material in a cement silo. while lifting on the flubber he felt a pain in his shoulder. this accident was reported on 9/4. it was not until friday, 9/18 that the employee requested to be seen by a doctor. report filed on 9/24, three working days later.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7131,ee was moving a box of metal parts from the clay shredder est. at 50 lbs. at the bottom of the set of steps he turned to set the box down and strained the lower right side of his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7132,employee who had previously had a hip replacement approximately 6 years prior was building permanent ventilation stopping. employee had completed stopping and began to seal with plaster. employee picked up bucket of plaster and felt sharp pain in left hip area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7133,"while using a come-a-long to lift the c-7 feed chute, one of the eye bolts being used, broke. thus causing the shackle and/or eye-bolt to hit ee in the forehead. the employee was driven to clinic for medical attention in which he received 6 stitches. no prescription was given and there was no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7134,menber was operating continuous miner. he had his hand on remote box and a piece of mine roof fell striking his hand (ring finger),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7135,ee was working on the rotex screener and while pulling up on the assembly the assembly gave way and ee hand was pinched between the screener assembly and the material inlet feed chute/pipe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7136,employee was operating the track hoe in the pit. he backed the machine over a 2' to 3' diameter rock. the resulting jar caused him to tear abdominal muscles. unsure of the tear's severity until mri is performed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7137,ee was using a rebar to unplug a chute when his hand slipped and he cut his finger on the edge of the chute requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7138,"operating continuous miner in face area. when moving the machine from right side of cut to the left side, the machine's water hose was laying on the mine floor in the path of the miner's track pad. he was attempting to move the water hose by pushing it over with his foot. when pushing the cable a he felt a burning sensation to his left knee. he started missing workdays 7/28/04.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7139,"employee stated that while moving a piece of rock, he felt a pain in his neck and left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7140,employee pulled his torch hose from under a bushing and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7141,employee was digging tracks on shovel and a rock fell off of the track frame and landed on his foot above the steel toe fracturing his left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7142,"employee was assisting a welder by holding the metal piece to be welded. although attempting to look away during the welding process, the employee looked at the weld several times without the protection of appropriate welding goggles or glasses. his eyes began to sting/burn several hours later (""welder's flash"").",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -7143,employee stated that he reached down to move a box with a hydraulic pump inside. the box slipped off the pump causing employee's left middle finger to slide against the flange on the pump lacerating top side of left middle finger (sutures).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7144,the injured was hauling supplies with railrunner and had his hand on top of railrunner when elbow caught against the roof of the mine in a low place causing a laceration of his elbow and contu sion to his wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7145,"ee was using 2 pieces of angle iron to level a steel pillar. the pillar shifted and the angle iron rolled, crushing ee's right thumb under steel pillar's base.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7146,ee was removing parts from a plywood shelf. he was leaning across the shelf pulling a part toward him when got a 2.5 cm wood splinter in the under side of his upper left arm. the splinter had to be removed by a doctor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7147,"employee states he was working in front of the drill when a valve blew off striking him in face and head, resulting in facial fractures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7148,employee was removing a worn screen cloth from a screening plant and sprained left thumb while removing the screen cloth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7149,a member of the maintenance team was installing a metal pin in the pan feeder chain. after striking the pin with a sledgehammer a small sliver of the metal pin broke off. the metal entered the miners upper right chest area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7150,ee was using a cutting torch and a spark entered his ear. also ee was pulling on a bolt car and sprained his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7151,"while cutting a strap on a cable spool, the torch got caught pulling the employee's hand into the spoke causing a fracture. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7152,cutting a piece of rubber on the bobcat skid steer with a razor knife. ee slipped with knife cutting his left hand requiring stitches in little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7153,employee stated they heard a pop in their stomach while lifting a piece of metal. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7154,"employee was moving a ladder, when an impact wrench socket fell from the top, hitting him on the bridge of the nose and causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7155,employee states that while bolting top the drill steel came down and struck my (r) thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7156,"shop employee had heated a loader bucket tooth to remove, struck tooth with hammer resulting in a hot piece of steel entering finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7157,"employee was carrying a piece of broken pump impeller up the boat landing. as he intended to release it into the scrap pile, a part of the piece was caught on his clothing (overalls), and fell on the top of his left foot. x-rays showed no obvious fracture or dislocation. the area is swollen and tender. employee was placed on restrictive duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7158,ee was removing a stone from the conveyer belt and placing it on a pallet when he felt a pain in the groin area. epididymitis.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7159,"the employee was going to look into a preheater door, after inspecting the door he stepped in some hot material.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7160,emloyee was welding with proper ppe and a flash burnt his eyes. went to the emergency room and was restricted from coming to work until follow-up appointment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -7161,"while troubleshooting a hydraulic, employee was trying to loosen a fitting by pushing down on the wrench. when the fitting broke loose, he hit his chin on a piece of belting that was covering the power pack which chipped his tooth. employee was released full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7162,"ee was operating roof bolt machine he was swinging boom in to drill hole. when boom was coming in, it struck a piece of drill still that had fallen. when it struck this, the piece flipped into the air and struck ee in the right cheekbone and side of face including the eye area as it flipped up. this accident did not involve any aspect of compliance with rules or regulations.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7163,worker reported back pain while lifting a bag of mortar.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7164,"several employees were attempting to unplug the #2 - 4th stage cleaner feed pump with air. the 8"" hdpe suction line came apart at one of the welds. an employee was standing near the line when molly slurry inside the pipe blasted out. some material got into the employee's eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7165,"as he was climbing ladder, a gate at the top of the ladder broke loose and hit his right shoulder. started losing time 3-1-05",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7166,employee started to pick up bag of masonry from pallet when he felt pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7167,"5-8-03, injured was throwing a wooden block under a steel plate, that was going to be set on the ground. injured's middle distal became wedged between the end of the steel plate and the woo den block. injured was transported to the c.f.o h. and examined by dr. alskafi, a hand surgeon at the union hosp.he was taken to the or to repair the broken finger. the surgery was performed",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7168,"during pre-trip inspection, ee started vehicle and released the brake. the pedal sprung back forcefully, striking ee on the bottom of the foot, causing a sprained ankle. the linkage to the brake pedal was bound up and caused it to snap back upon release.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7169,moving belt into place when chain broke hitting ee in the right leg breaking it and contusions to the left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7170,"employee was helping another employee lift a rock from the conveyor car on the high wall miner. the other employee lost his grip on the rock and the rock dropped onto the frame of the car. the employee who was helping remove the rock, pinched his finger between the rock and frame of the car. the first digit of his ring finger was fractured.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7171,picked up a top roller 5-h longwall felt back pain. low back strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7172,"while plugging in an electrical cable for a tamrock jumbo rock bolter, employee felt a pain in his lower back when he bent over to pick up the electric nip. employee is currently off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7173,ee was bolting top when he felt pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7174,"mechanics were removing counterweight bolts on a 345 excavator, when one of the mechanics dropped a pipe wrench, which struck him in the forehead above his left eye. his pupils were unev en, so he was taken to the hospital.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7175,ee was assisting in tearing down 5 bin feeder and was removing a jack pad. inj ee & fellow ee lifted the pad set it on a short wall. the pad tilted and rotated catching ee's right ring finger and cutting it at the 1st knuckle needed 5 stitches,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7176,ee was cutting box with utility knife and cut his index finger on right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7177,"ee was part of a crew that was docking a barge. while attempting to place the docking cable over the ballard, ee experienced pain in his lower left back. ee was treated by onsite medical staff and returned to work. on 07/16/12, ee was sent to external doctor for evaluation. ee taken of work by treating physician on 07/17/2012.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7178,ee was retracting a steering cylinder. thumb was struck by a hammer. laceration to right index finger required sutures. ee released to full duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7179,while pulling on wrenches (working on a cobber feed pump) ee felt a pull on his forearm and subsequent pain. he had a lump develope on his upper right forearm. the following day it was red & swollen. he was sent to the doctor & prescribed physical therapy. he also developed cellulitis.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7180,employee pinched little left fingertip while setting a concrete block into place.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7181,employee stated that a 10' timber had falled out of the scoop bucket and he and a co-worker lifted the timber to put it back into the scoop bucket and as he lifted the timber he felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7182,miner was loosening a final drive drain bolt. the socket slipped and the miners finger was pinched between the rim and the wrench. this resulted in a broken left ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7183,ee was dis-connecting the motor leads from a set of resistors inside a belt drive starting box (a tight work area)in doing so he strained the ligaments in his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7184,"employee was changing a bad tire on the forklift located outside of the surface shop. ee was using a socket and a 1"" breaker bar with a 3' cheated bar to break the lug nuts loose when the cheater bar slipped and the employee smashed their right pinky finger between the breaker bar and the steel wheel resulting in a laceration which required 3 stitches",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7185,"employee was loading a piece of broken fiberglass tubing into a mantrip, tubing broke and came apart and a piece hit employee in right forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7186,employee was setting a rock prop. the slammer used to set the locking wedge in the rock prop fell from the prop and struck the employee in the arm causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7187,the ee inadvertantly touched a hot check valve while looking for air leaks at the dryer. this resulted in some blistering in the palm of his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7188,employee was trying to move chain on drill into place using a pry bar. the pry bar slipped striking employee on face causing a laceration. employee was taken to e.r. where they glued it closed. employee returned to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7189,employee pick up a draw head to put on the gravel car and feel pain in the left shoulder. this was on 12/17/2015. he continue to work and went to the doctor on 12/28/2015 and he still continue to work until 04/01/2016 when he started to miss work to have surgery on his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7190,employee was using a crescent wrench to loosen a nut when the wrench slipped off the nut causing ee to strike finger against a hand rail support. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7191,employee was breaking castable/refractory with a chipping hammer and a small piece got under his safety glasses and into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7192,employee was stacking stone off of a stone cutting machine. a piece of stone fell off of the stone cutter and struck him on the right leg above the kneecap. prescribed naproxin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7193,a miner was using a pry bar to remove under grates in order to clean material build up from clinker cosma system. pry bar slipped and the miner's left fifth didget finger was smashed between the pry bar and inspection door which resulted in a hand injury requiring two stitches to close wound. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7194,employee was lifting and splitting sample ore bags when ee felt sharp pains in wrist and hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7195,"while conducting housekeeping in line #7, employee got a wood splinter embedded in the palm of his left hand. the splinter penetrated his leather glove.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7196,"while attempting to sledge a piece of steel into place, the sledge hammer head glanced off the piece of steel causing the handle to continue thru the swing and smashed his pointer finger between another piece of steel and the handle, causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7197,"a technician was working on crack repair in the revolving frame on a marion 8750. while grinding, a small metal fragment contacted the employees right eye while wearing safety glasses and a welding hood.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7198,hand slipped off chain wrench and became caught between back side of feed pump and metal box on t-4 drill.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7199,ee leaned over to pick bag of material off floor& back started hurting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7200,employee received injuries to the left hand when their hand was caught between the tailpiece controls and the tailpiece. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -7201,cutting a piece of overhead metal w/torch when a nickel size piece of hot slag fell down sleeve and burned right wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7202,our experienced tire mechanic was replacing the inside dual tire on a cat 785 haul truck when the snap ring slipped from his hand & caught the tip of his rt. ring finger between the ring & the wheel. the injury was to the flesh on the bottom of his finger. ee was taken to an e.r. where the wound was cleaned & he was given a prescription for pain medication.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7203,"employee was taking miner cable off a rib roller that was over his head. while lifting the cable he strained his back, requiring days away from work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7204,employee was adjusting regulator during air change and got foreign body in left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7205,injured was setting post. he picked up a post and felt a burning in his abdomen resulting in anumbilical hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7206,ee strained his lower back while digging out a hole plug in a drill hole. note ee did not start missing work until 4-10-03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7207,ee was putting a bearing away on a mid-height shelving area in the conex when the bearing slipped from hand and struck the metatarsal area of left foot. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7208,"injured was helping make a splice on the s4-a beltline. when the injured reached for the rivet plunger, another employee was in the process of swinging a 4lb hammer. the hammer struck the injured on top of the hand and broke the left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7209,"bending placing idlers, twisted and strained lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7210,"employee was changing boot strings in the bath house took a utility knife and was cutting a tail off of his boot string knife slipped cutting left wrist. ppe was not a factor, compliance rules/regs not a factor, mining equipment/systems was not a factor, miner proficiency was a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7211,"employee was lifting a 8' timber into a scoop bucket when he strained his abdomen, this resulted in the employee having to have hernia surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7212,"employee was tightening the ""spragues"" on the drill and a block fell from the drill column bar approx. 14 feet and struck employee in the left arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7213,employee was walking on a blast pattern when he felt a pop in his right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7214,kiln auxiliary clutch housing fragmented striking employee on left shoulder blade resulting in a contusion and fractured rib. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7215,"employee changing hose clamps, cutting hose and razor knife slipped. employee required sutures to left thumb. released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7216,"while removing torque out of truck, ee reached over frame and started pulling wrench towards ee and felt and heard something pop in shoulder . ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7217,was pulling wire when pull wire broke. on the follow through right hand hit the edge of the pull box. cut right hand on top of index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7218,"4 crew members were installing an electrical panel with a fork lift. while unloading the panel, one of the boards that was supporting the panel began to roll. one of the crew stuck out ee's leg to stop the board. the board broke ee's leg. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7219,was taking apart a steel line and the line fell and pinched his index finger on his left hand against another pipe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7220,employee was air arcing on a letourneau loader bucket bores. employee flipped his welding hood up and felt something hit his eye. employee thought that the object was not in his eye and went home. the following night the employee's eye started to hurt and informed his supervisor. employee was taken to eye clinic where metal chips were removed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7221,employee was welding and felt something go into eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7222,ee utilityman was installing a top belt roller oand received a small cut on his right index finger. his finger started swelling and on 8-13-01 he was diagnoised with blood positioning and star ted off work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7223,lifting a beam with chain falls and come a long when one of the lifting lugs broke causing the beam to swing striking him in the chest.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7224,ee was trying to loosen nut on eagle sand screw. nut broke loose. in process the wrench pinched finger against frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7225,employee was splashed with pls solution while taking sample from valve port. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7226,ee was cutting insulation from a shuttle car cav,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,No Value Found -7227,while employee was bolting #9 right a cable bolt that he was going to install that was laying on the bottom got hung up and he pulled the bolt he felt something pop in his left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7228,"employee was starting the pipe cutter with his left hand holding down the locking handle. when pressure was applied to pipe the handle kicked uppushing the handle up. back of employee's hand s truck sharp edge of angle iron mounted above cutter. back of hand received puncture wound, requiring 5 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7229,"two employees were moving sand line sheave to correct location. ee was pushing on the pin with fingers, while co-worker was pulling on the pin. the pin moved suddenly causing ee's fingers to follow the pin into the sheave. the sheave dropped damaging ee's right middle finger and fracturing the ring finger. three stitches to the ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7230,"while lowering a 10' x 24"" finish mill airslide the rope used to support and lower the airslide broke. the airslide struck the miner's lower right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7231,employee was working as the tail end shearer operator in the c3 longwall section. while performing this task some water entered his right eye from the dust suppression system. this resulted in an irritation to that eye for which prescription medication was obtained.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7232,ee was drilling a hole to install bolts for roof. a piece of draw rock fell onto his right foot causing bruise.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7233,cleaning faces in & out of scoop and hanging curtains. started having severe pain in groin and right testicle. pain had been occuring off and on for 2 weeks or so but not this bad. continued w orking until surgery on 11-25-02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7234,"unhooking drisco pipe from a loader, energy from the pipe being rolled up caused the pipe to unwind, once turned loose hitting employee in the right knee. she initially refused professional medical care, requesting medical care on 11/26/07.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7235,"miner was positioned on scaffold board cutting loose old steel angle iron with torch. angle unexpectedly broke loose, fell and bounced off scaffold board with the end striking him in the left shin. this required 7 stitches to repair.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7236,"ee was bent over lifting a piece of top belt structure in a low height area, when he felt pain between his shoulder blade.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7237,"employee moving miner cable hook, when he twisted his upper body and bent over his knee popped and he felt a sharp pain",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7238,"ee states as he was tightening a bolt on a drive line, he felt pain in his right shoulder. he continued to work; however, on 8/3/06 he advised he was still feeling pain and requested medical care. he continued to work until his surgery on 8/15/06 and he returned to light duty on 8/21/06.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7239,"crew was moving conveyors & testing alignment, when ee saw a build-up of material in hopper of 1 of the conveyors. ee the climbed on to conveyor & pushed the built-up material with his foot-large chunk of material slid in hopper & ran through hopper where ee's hand was braced causing his finger to be pinched between angle iron & chunk of material",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7240,"ee was attempting to remove a guard from a tail pulley underneath a bin. when the guard came off suddenly, it struck him in the mouth, causing a 2 cm laceration of his upper lip, requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7241,the individual was trying to pull a piece of ventilation curtain on a mud hole. he was pulling with both hands when his left hand slipped and caused him to strain his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7242,"applying pressue to a 24"" pipewrench when hand slipped causing wrench to strike ee in chin requiring stitches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7243,operating a roof bolter - at some time during the day a piece of foreigner matter flew into eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7244,"employee was operating packer, filling bags.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7245,employee bent over to pick up a hose nozzle. (was going to wash out under the twin sand screw on the wash plant) and experienced a hot burning sensation across his lower back. he then had difficulty standing up straight an d had to pull himself up.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7246,employee was hammering on chain link for feeder breaker. a piece of metal struck him in the left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7247,member placed his right foot on the addcar to unhook the cathead. when the miner operator saw the cable get tight he trammed forward causing the member to get his right foot wedged between the jack and the car. this caused three (3) hairline fractures in his right foot and was hospitalized overnight for observation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7248,"employee lost control of a core barrel. it struck the employee in the mouth and chipped both upper, front teeth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7249,"injured employee works for a contractor that has not yet received his mine id number. we are reporting it as it happened on our premise. employee was jackhammering & lost his balance, causing him to slip to the next level down approx. 3 1/2 ft below. employee landed on his knee. update: contractor now has own msha id.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -7250,"the employee went to see the company doctor on 10/3/2005 and was placed on restricted duty. when loosening cable clamps holding a cable loop in place, the cable sprung loose and struck the employee on the top of l-hand, causing a contusion and puncture wound",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7251,"employee was in the process of helping get a pin steel out of the pinner pot. another operator was helping him. the operator did not know where he was because he was concentrating on the pin a nd chuck. for some unknown reason ee put his hand on the boom, the same time the other operator was raising the boom and caught his hand between the boom and short arm on the bolter.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7252,ee was holding a cylinder while co-worker was attempting to insert a retaining pin. co-worker lost his grip on the pin and dropped it. the pin struck ee in the face causing a laceration to his upper lip and striking against his left wrist. six(6) sutures were required to his upper lip and a small chipped bone in his left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7253,while running roof bolter he cut his ring finger tip off when lowering the boom had hand on the boom when pot came down cut the ring finger tip off and smashed middle finger of the right hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7254,ee was done probing a hole. he was putting the probe back into the truck and when he turned with the probe in his hand he felt a pulling sensation in his upper back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7255,employee was walking down trailer steps when he twisted his ankle on the last step. ankle support brace given.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7256,"working on shaker, wrench slipped flew up and hit ee in the left cheek.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7257,employee was performing maintenance on a classifier at the crushing circuit. he was turning the flywheel to reposition for the next shoe replacement when he pinched his finger between the belt and the pulley.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7258,ee was tightening a bolt on the end of the rotary dryer. co-worker was holding the nut in place with a large wrench to assist ee in tightening the bolt. the large wrench slipped off the nut and co-worker lost control of the wrench. it struck ee in the upper lip breaking his tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7259,"ee was assigned housekeeping duties around the cold-end of the calcination area. as he was washing down, the 1"" hose developed a kink causing water pressure to drop off. as he pulled on the hose to remove the kink, the water pressure out the end increased & jerked the hose out of his hand. the hose whipped around & the coupling hithim on the leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7260,ee was removing bag filters from a dust collector in the mill area. the removal requied repetitive motion while removing the screws that held the filters in place. after a while his right shou lder began to ache. after work the aching worsened to a sharp pain in the shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7261,"employee was working on the 121 pump. while lifting a section of pipe with a comealong, the cover for the 121 pump's leg gave way, causing cover to fall.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7262,"employee was moving a high voltage power cable when the cable slipped, and caught his right finger between the cable and the hanger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7263,employee hit his head on highline and felt pain in his neck. employee started missing 03-05-15.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7264,as the employee was walking away from a granite block he was splitting it opened up and a piece struck his left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7265,ee had removed tire from truck. the tire started to fall and by reflex the ee tried to catch it. the tire was too heavy and it sprained muscles in his back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7266,using hammer to move railcar offloader door and struck finger causing fracture and avulsion. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7267,employee was moving continuous miner backward with slack hooked to boom & boom swing towards him. the miner went over a dip in the bottom which caused the miner to pivit down in the back striking his left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7268,"employee was making perforations to a 1"" rubber conveyor belt with the arbor press at the machine shop. after completing various punch, the 3/4"" hollow punch bit slip-out from the press hitting the employee right hand third finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7269,"ee was cutting stone and he got dust particles in his eyes which caused irritation - prescribed medication (viral conjunctivitis). ee notified supervisor the day it happened. supervisor mailed accident report to hr, but hr never received it. hr first notified of accident when clinic called about billing on 1/20/06.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7270,employee was hanging steel at the preheater when his thumb became trapped between the steel beam and the concrete wall.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7271,small puncture wound on right forearm due to contact with a sharp object.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7272,employee was lifting a super post into place when it slid off the base pad and struck them in the right thigh and knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7273,employee stated ee was pulling bags out of a bag house when ee felt tightness & pain in ee's groin. employee was sent to a physician where ee was diagnosed with a hernia. employee is scheduled for surgery on 10/18/2016.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7274,"ee was operating the dozer working in a shot. he was backing up, pushing shot material over the hill, & backed over in the hole against the high wall.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7275,employee was helping clean out a box trailer that will be used as a job trailer. ee was stepping up into the trailer from ee's pickup tailgate and experienced pain in the right knee. the pain got progressively worse during the day. ee did not seek medical attention until 10/5/2020. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7276,"employee of overley's, msha contractor id l576, was cleaning out a sump with a shovel when right leg contacted a piece of corroded rebar causing a laceration which required stitches. employee returned to full duty after er visit.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7277,ee was walking down stairs carrying 2 empty 1 gallon buckets. he felt a pop in his right knee. he waited a few minutes and didn't hurt or bother him so continued on to collect samples. didn't report until 2/9/15. went to doctor & released to regular duty. requested to return to doctor on 2/23/2015.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7278,"employee was assembling a machine in the workshop under normal conditions and procedures. while tightening bolts with a wrench (standard process, no unusual conditions) felt a ""pop"" in the right hand shoulder. minimal pain was felt immediately however the pain grew worse over the next hour. employee was then driven to medical services for treatment ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7279,"miner was replacing teeth on backhoe. miner hit tooth with mall to loosen and metal fragment hit him in the upper left thigh causing a 1/2"" x 1/4"" deep cut. miner was given a tetanus shot and antibiotics to prevent infection.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7280,"ee was attempting to break a half-header over the track rail. when he struck the track rail he also struck his middle finger on his left hand, breaking the tip of his middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7281,"while removing drill steel from magnet, finger was pinched between magnet and drill steel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7282,ee was hanging bolter cable in the #5 entry when his knee went out.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7283,"mill maintenance mechanics were changing rollers on #3 conveyor belt. while both mechanics were replacing roller, one mechanic lost control of the roller. the weight of the roller shifted, pinching other mechanic's left index finger between the roller and conveyor support frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7284,ee was re-bolting an area of mine roof in a bleeder entry using an air powered cobra drill. a section of rib at 2 ft by 1 ft by 6 in rolled out and struck ee on lower left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7285,"the injured ee was hanging the roof bolter cable on insulated ""j"" hooks as the bolter was being trammed. as he was hanging the cable, it became tight and pinched his hand between the cable and the end of the j hook causing a laceration of the right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7286,"ee was performing maintenance on the #1 cc dnr screen. a hold down was setting against the sideplate of the screen. the hold down fell over onto his hand, causing a laceration to the index and middle fingers of his right hand, required stitches to repair.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7287,while opening a kiln the ee felt a sharp pain in his left shoulder. he is currently missing time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7288,"while making last move up on slider curtain, a rock caught him on left foot and ankle and pinned him against the miner.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7289,while pulling car anchor with his left hand he strained his thumb. injury did not become reportable until 4/20/00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7290,"ee was in w28 face installing roof bolt, after tightening bolt, let pot down on his right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7291,"while lowering a section of floor grating into a work platform frame in the shop, the welder's finger was caught between the frame and the grate. the contact cut through welder's leather gloves and resulted in a laceration requiring 6 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7292,"employee was pulling cable slack during a power move, when the roller hanger came off the roof strap, causing the cable to pull tight and strike employee in the entry, resulting in a sprain/strain to left foot and a contusion to right leg. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency not a factor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7293,ee was moving rock off power box when rock flipped up and hit him on head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7294,"ee was helping change spring tension rod on cedar rapids jaw. ee was holding rod & coworker hit rod with hammer. it came loose, slipping down & catching ee's finger between rod & frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7295,employee was using a hammer to clean a trough on #89 primary and the hammer bounced back and hit a beam. this resulted in employee's left hand being pinched and cut. the cut was closed with staples.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7296,"lifting a piece of metal with come along. hook slipped off of metal. hook struck right ring finger, causing a cut to right ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7297,"when drilling, the driller needs to lift drill rods an place on drill mast to add length, when driller was doing this he felt what he thought was a muscle ""tweek"". this feeling did not improve, went to doctor and found out he had a hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7298,miner was placing pump in lhd bucket and felt a pain in his back when he bent over.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7299,"a lockpost wedge in a 4 1/4 crusher was ejected from the lockpost during an adjustment procedure, striking the ee on the right side of his face. his safety glasses absorbed the impact limiting the injury to the eye orbit area. the result was contusion & minor laceration, but no damage to the eye. restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7300,"while collecting storm water samples at one of the outfalls the employee slipped on a rock with a glass beaker in the hand. as ee braced for impact, the beaker broke and lacerated the right thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7301,"employee was walking through a cross cut on shaft bottom toward the regulator. as she got close to regulator, air current pulled her hard hat down. safety glasses pushed on left cornea and bridge of nose, causing laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7302,iw's left little finger was smashed between two gears.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7303,"using grinder, metal for in right eye. eye swelled went to the eye doctor and foreign body was removed from effected eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7304,tightening a bolt (on the screen) with a rachet wrench. wrench slipped off and came back and hit employee on the eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7305,dust blew into the ee s face and a foreign body entered the ee s right eye. he did not return to his next shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7306,"while using a hammer to knock off a bearing, either a piece of the bearing or a piece of the hammer struck him in the left forearm just above the wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7307,employee turned and reached to pick up a cement bag to place on the packer: rotary cuff is sore.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7308,"employee was grinding on the point of a railroad track frog at a switch. the 9"" grinding wheel contacted ee's left wrist causing a laceration that needed stitches to close. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7309,employee was working in the #1 kiln dust collector re-bagging. ee noticed arms becoming irritated so put on a long sleeve shirt to keep dust off. the following morning reported arms at the bend of the elbow were showing signs of irritation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7310,ee was trying to straighten a bent spud bar by pulling it against the bend he pulled too hard & hurt his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7311,"employee tweaked his knee while moving cable. he stated he started to feel sharp pains in his right knee while moving the cable, and the pain continued when he climbed on and off the truck. he was taken off work until 9/11/05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7312,"employees were cleaning off equipment to move, a rock fell from a guard struck the employee in the mouth chipping his tooth. the employee saw a dentist recently and it was determined he would require a crown.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7313,"ee was replacing the ""e"" cyclone when the wire/cable sling broke, striking the employee's right hand. seen at a medical center, xrays negative for fracture, diagnosed with a contusion to the right hand, and released with restrictions the site can accommodate.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7314,a maintenance mechanic was installing cutting edges on a dozer. they were using an auto crane to carry the weight of the edge being installed. the employee was using a bar to center up the bolt holes to insert the bolt. as they were aligning the bolt holes with a small bar the employee was pushing it away from his body when he felt a pain in his mid thoracic back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7315,ee was replacing a rotary feeder valve. as ee was drifting the valve out the valve shifted and mashed right middle finger causing a cut that required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7316,employee inadvertently failed to remove lifting strap from truck crane to excavator bucket. when excavator backed away it raised front wheels of truck with mechanic inside truck. strap then broke and truck came back down causing employee to strain back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7317,employee was pulling a block of stone across a table to be sawn. he felt a pull in his lower back. prescribed vicodin and naprosyn and placed on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7318,"employee was trying to bend a piece of round steel when it rolled off of the work table and landed on his left foot. employee was treated by a doctor who diagnosed a contusion. he was placed on modified duty until seen by an orthopedic doctor. the orthopedic doctor placed him on modified duty ""until patient feels able""",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7319,while cleaning hawkeye on belt system target roller hit the middle finger of left hand and cause a laceration,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7320,ee was rolling up tarp on his truck & pulled down the tarp bar to hook up the chain & seemed to have caused a lower lumbar strain in his back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7321,"an employee was climbing up on top of a prill truck, when the hydraulic handrail system failed pinching the employee's right hand. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7322,"ee was working on a salt box when the box came off the stand it was sitting on, hit the ee in the leg caused a laceration on his left leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7323,"employee was using a razor knife, the blade slipped and it cut his r thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7324,working under truck when some dirt from a component fell in eye going past safety glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7325,injured was trying to unload a 15 hp pump from a scoop bucket.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7326,he was cutting with a torch and a spark went into his left ear. he went to the dr and returned to work in the same day. nothing was done from then until 11-29-05 when a 15 minutes operation was performed to correct his burn on the ear drum.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7327,"employee was doing a pre-op check on the ramcar when the rear engine compartment lid fell, striking his right index finger. medical treatment injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7328,"ee was shoveling soft ground and hit cement, which reverberated through his left wrist and arm. it hurt at the time, but was not enough to stop him from working. when he woke up on 9/21/06, his left wrist was swollen and sore. dr diagnosed as a sprain. d @ a negative. light duty until follow up on 9/26/06. only scheduled day missed 9/21/06 for appt. 9/25-9/26 @ geotemps.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7329,"individual was working in a low roof fall area prying down loose material when experiencing a pop in the upper back and shoulder area. this did not involve any compliance issues, no equipment involved. it did not involve job skills, training or attitude. personal safety items were being utilized.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7330,employee was attempting to place a shackle over the frame of a log washer and smashed right pinky finger resulting in stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7331,"he was using a grinder to grind on a piece of pipe. he wedged the grinder between 2 pieces of pipe, which caused the grinding wheel to kick back & strike his right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7332,"employee was going to grease mast of canopy on roof bolter. job had already been completed. employee tried to grease another employee or employee tried to grease him. during this activity the miners knee was injured, this resulted in a knee strain to the right knee",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7333,"ee was attempting to lift a small steel plate (12"" x 10"") and dropped it on his left shin. treated with 3 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7334,"while employee was pulling up miner cable and water hose, he experienced pain in left shoulder. ee did not miss any work however he went to panel physician on 2/8/01 and was placed on restrict ed duty effective 2/8/01 for that afternoon shift-on.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7335,"employee was sandblasting and was climbing down to platform when ee's foot slipped allowing ee's right hand, that was holding onto a piece of angle iron, to slip off cutting the inside part of ee's right hand below ee's thumb. employee received 4 stitches to ee's right hand. employee did not miss any work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7336,employee pinched his left 4th finger between the leg and drilling machine. he refused immediate attention. smc received notification that the finger was fractured on 9/13. the ee did not retur n to work because of work restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7337,the employee had completed shift and was walking to the mantrip. a scoop that was operating approximately 350 feet away struck the track causing the track to shift and a cross tie then struck the employee causing a laceration to the small toe on the right foot. the employee received three sutures to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7338,"ee was pulling shields on the longwall face while coal was being mined. as the cable guard for the shearer cable slid in spill tray, it caught on stone and threw it into the ee's face. the sto ne struck his safety glasses. the frame of the glasses cut his face over his right eye. there was nodamage to the mining operation or the equipment. ee was wearing safety glasses.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7339,employee was loading and unloading ore sample boxes on 11/08/2006 when he recalled feeling soreness in the upper back area. injury was reported 11/14/2006. employee was diagnosed with a thoracic ls strain & spasm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7340,"changing inner dual on mechanics truck, wheel was stuck and ee tried kicking the tire and wheel assembly to break it loose from the hub and strained lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7341,ee is a consultant. he was taking pictures of dozer tracks and tires. he was standing on the left side of the haulroad. the grader was backing up on the right side. he had his camera to his face and backed up into the grader and was struck by the left front tire.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7342,"employee was raising lid on battery pack on scoop tractor and before he could secure it in the upright position, he dropped it on his right hand, fracturing his right middle finger and also requiring sutures to close a laceration to the same finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7343,employee stated he strained his back while shoveling mill scale along w3801 belt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7344,employee was using a 16 lb. sledge hammer to knock out a lock that holds in the impactor bars. he missed the lock and hit the impactor and the hammer bounced and hit his right foot behind the steel toe portion of his shoe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7345,on 6/19/10 process technician reported to work at water treatment plant at 1900 hrs. after his lunch break at 1200 am he returned to the plant to prepare for chemical mixture. ee was wearing safety glasses when he opened a bag of sodium hydroxides flipped the cover back and dust got in his rt eye. ee flushed with water was transported to er treated & released.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7346,employee alleges he was cleaning out a grizzly and he reached down to remove a small rock and then a big rock fell over and smashed his finger between the grizzly and the rock causing a laceration to his right index finger. he received 6 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7347,employee was cleaning (shoveling) under the raw coal belt head at the divider to the raw coal shakers. employee first missed day was 05/09/2006,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7348,"employee was sitting in a chair at the 100lb. bagging machine when employee swung to the left to catch a new bag that was falling off of the stand, causing employee to strike left elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7349,"was filling a can of water out of fire tap to plaster stopping when a piece of rock 124"" by 16"" by 4"" slid off screen and struck him on right shoulder and neck and knocked down waterline.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7350,employee states that on 5/6/19 they were moving heavy metal and pulled a muscle in their left leg and groin. employee continued to work the next scheduled shifts and did not report the injury. the employee was out on leave until october when they stated the injury was work related. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7351,miner was moving a water hose out of the path of mobile equipment travel when miner caught a finger between the hose and a support beam causing a laceration to the left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7352,while working with a bucket truck his hand was pinched between the bucket and a conduit he was working on. he was taken to a doctor and sutures were applied. no lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7353,bolting abnormal roof installing a cable bolt. was pushing steels in roof with machine and caught finger between roof and bolter head,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7354,"while removing cutting edges off of loader wl-65, cut left middle finger on sharp bolt. received stitches from doctor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7355,"plant shut down w/dry work area. work from ladder tied to structure. worker in frc, face shield, safety glasses, gloves, and fall arrest gear. using 4"" grinder to cut metal. grinder kicked back into workers face causing laceration to chin. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7356,"eewas unloading plates from scoop, the bands were cut away from the pallet. a piece of metal was laced in the pallet, the ee did not know this, and when he pulled the plates from the pallet, a pc. of metal cut through his glove into the palm of his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7357,"the employee was dragging airline in the 8m to 9m aircouse behind another employee. the employee in front was upwind and kicked up dust causing irritations to ee's left eye. it did not include any equipment or compliance issues. it also did not involve job skills, proficiency, training, ppe or protective devices.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7358,"this accident is supposed to have happened on 10/26/07, but never told the company until 12/1/07 at the start of that shift. at this time he was seen by a doctor, but was never put on restricted duty until 2/4/08 by the doctor. he was grabbing either a fire extingusher or a wheel chock when he pulled his shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7359,employee was working with another employee to roll a 12' beam from the h position to the i position. the employee pinched his right thumb between the beam he was handling and a beam they already had standing in the i position. his thumb was fractured and stitches required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7360,emplyee was struck in the head with a hydraulic hose,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7361,"while installing roof support employee activated the lever by mistake causing the roof bolt to bend striking him on the right thumb. x-rays indicated no broken bones. employee released to return to work. pain persisted and employee went to another er where a 2nd x-ray indicated a broke bone in right thumb. ee scheduled to have a cast put on and began missing work july 16, 2007.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7362,ee was spotting bolt in #3 intersection when bit was placed against roof a piece of draw rockbounced off boom and struck left forearm,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7363,strained shoulder while lifting cribbing blocks onto back of crane.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7364,member was helping complete a belt splice in the belly belt of the highwall miner. he was under the launch on his knees when he felt pain as he stood up.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7365,"ee was lifting and pushing a bar through the holes on his line boring fixture. the lift was a vertical lift from the ground. when the ee was making the final push upward, he felt a burning/tear in the lower abdominal area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7366,"employee was removing a section of catwalk. he crawled under the catwalk and cut the support bolts, allowing the section to fall on him.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7367,"employee was replacing a locomotive battery cell in a spare battery located on the ground, while carrying the cell employee overexerted ee's back causing a strain. cause of the incident was overexertion. ppe was not a factor, mining equipment and mining systems was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was not a factor, miner proficiency was a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7368,lowering cage deck after repairing; deck fell pinching right back arm between deck and cage structure. replacing shoes on cages at coeur mine.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7369,a fully trained employee was shoveling spillage from underneath the #2 refuse belt to the #1 refuse belt. with a loaded shovel he turned and felt a pop in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7370,injured was using a come along when his hand slipped causing his hand to hit his safety glasses causing a laceration above his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7371,employee cut left index finger on a razor sharp metal mill chip when removing the cutting collar from the portable bore bar.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7372,internal audit found need to report. ee was working on the packing line when the palletizer stopped. ee want into the palletizer with out locking out the machinery and while fixing the problem his leg got stuck between the layer pusher and the layer press.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7373,"employee using a battery powered impact drill/socket attachment to remove a fuel filter housing bracket. when the nut loosened the bracket started to spin & the edge contacted ee's gloved right index finger resulting in a laceration. sutures were required, a full release was issued making this a medical reportable incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7374,euipment (gradall scaler) vibration and bouncing caused back strain,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7375,"autoclave operator went to field to change over valves on geho strainers. a technician was using a wrench on a stuck valve when the valve broke free and threw the wrench, which ricocheted and struck the autoclave operator standing nearby in the face. fractured nose, facial lacerations, and put off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7376,"supply man was straightening up a load track rails he just loaded onto supply car when he cut his left middle finger requiring sutures, employee has returned to regular duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7377,standard gm activities. lifting material.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7378,"employee was rolling a piece of ventilation curtain beside the bucket of the scoop. he said he heard the rib behind him break and attempted to jump clear, as he did the rib rolled and caught the curtain, he still had a head of the curtain when he jumped, the rib caught the curtain a nail was in the curtain, it was drawn into and tore skin on left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7379,employee alleges he was loading block and strained his upper back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7380,ee was sawing a wooden post. the saw caught his light cord and caused the blade to jump out and cut his finger. the cut required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7381,working in kiln and stepped in hot dust. dust went in boot burning ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7382,"ee was helping load a fabricated section of wedge chute while positioning chute on 6228, he put his hand in the top opening of the chute to position and turn. the flop gate pivoted over catchi ng index and middle fingers between the chute and flop gate. msha reportable due to restricted duty-fracture and sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7383,"the employee stated that he and another employee were making a splice on # 4 continuous miner cable. as ie was making the splice, a strand of the copper ground wire punctured the inside of his right thumb, at the first joint. two days later the wound has become infected and he has had two surgeries to help remove the infection in his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7384,while picking up a 50 lb bag of floc he felt pain in his bag.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7385,"employee was climbing down a ladder and stepped wrong on to unlevel ground twisting right ankle. doctor examined, x-rays negative, prescription medication, restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7386,"employee was torch burning a twisted piece of pipe on a hand rail. 1-2 feet away from area cut pipe sprung back scraping head causing 2 3rd degree burns approx 2"" diameter.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7387,cutting bolts off flange and slag and hot metal went through sleve and burnt arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7388,ee was throwing 100# bentonite bags and felt a pop in the lower back and was unable tocontinue throwing bags.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -7389,"sealer unit failed, power shut off and chain guard removed. operator enabled power to remove chain and caught finger in chain. tip of left index finger severed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7390,employee felt something pull in his right shoulder while he was bending a 1/8 inch thick piece of metal with a set of channel lock pliers. he previously had surgery on the same shoulder for a non work related injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7391,"on april 9, 2012, injured claimed to have strained his left shoulder while pulling on valve handle on primary coarse sump located in basement of prep. plant. injured did not miss work, but co ntinued to have problems with shoulder. injured had surgery to repair rotator cuff, and began missing work on june 10, 2013. this injury was not reportable until this date-(june 10, 2013).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7392,"injured had been working on generator change outon dragline 80. he returned to shop, taking toolbucket out of truck & carrying it into shop, placing it in his locker. had to lift bucket about 3 1/2' to shelf in locker. felt a little pull inshoulder. woke up about 3:oo am with severe painin right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7393,ee attempted to operate shovel when he felt a pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,No Value Found -7394,employee was moving a stone on the conveyor belt. another stone fell on his hand causing a contusion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7395,employee was using a scraper to remove heavy build up of oil and grease off the gearbox. the employee extended the scraper beyond the guard and making contact with the clutch. the scraper kicked back at the employee causing a laceration to the hand that required stitching to close. ee was taken off work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7396,employee was cutting a 2 inch hose and punctured their leg with a utility knife. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7397,a fully trained miner was welding when a piece of hot slag went into their left ear. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7398,employee was cutting a hole in a piece of belt when the knife slipped and hit him on the right leg two inches above the knee. he was going to use the piece of belt to drag rock dust to a trickle duster a few breaks away. three sutures were used to close the laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7399,there was a bin on the ground. ee placed another bin on top of it so he could measure and cut it. the top bin slipped and employees middle finger on his right hand sustained an open fracture and avulsion of the nail.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7400,"the miner was using a wrench to disassemble a dth drill while a colleague was on the control of the machine. the machine was set in motion while the miner had hand close to the wrench (but not on it). the wrench struck the miner on the right hand thumb, pinching it between the tool and the shaft. miner was taking to hospital for stitches and x-ray. thumb is broken.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7401,"employee was driving a construction tractor under a tin shed. the canopy struck the tin shed, causing it to fall in the cab and cut employee's right arm. medical treatment injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7402,"employee lifted bucket of oil to set on loader said pulled back. told supervisor they lifted it wrong. md wrote it is their medical opinion that employee may return to work on 05/17/2022. employee was seen at medical group, ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7403,"employee was trying to put the south bulk scope back together and material fell into his right eye. he had the bracket in his hand as he was looking at it, material fell from above, most likely from the scope. the scope was cleaned down before that job was started. there was not much of a breeze at the time of the incident, but it was in a west to east direction.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7404,on 10-3-2014 the employee was cleaning up some material with a shovel and strained his lower back. he did not go to the doctor until 10-4-03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7405,"removing belly pan on cat d-9 dozer. lowered one side of pan to floor, was beating pin out of the other side. when pin came out, pan pinched left index finger between the frame of dozer and th e belly pan. fracture of left index finger. cut on palm aspect of l hand no sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7406,"employee was attempting to pressurize a hydraulic jack (duke), to re position a piece of long wall mining system hardware, and failed to adequately secure the pressure connector to the jack, which came off as ee pressurized the system, and struck ee on the right cheek. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7407,"ee stated he has possibly injured himself on 5/5/00 while removing a heavy plate off of a loaderhe then tripped on 5/7 while pulling a fuel lineoff of the lube trk to the loader. the tripping action caused pain in his groin area. we have a combination of injury, lifting/tripping on different days",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7408,ee stated that the motor quit pulling so ee raised the lid on the motor. while ee raised the lid and it slipped out of ee's left hand and fell and struck the index finger on ee's right hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7409,employee was striking latch pins when a piece of metal came off of pins & struck his leg (r). this was not a lost time accident!!!,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7410,ee sprained wrist while moving material.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7411,"ee re-assembled bearing in bearing housing. as afternoon progressed, ee's back stiffened up and began to hurt; ee worked till the end of day; went to the doctor the next day when back had not improved.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7412,he was dropping high voltage cable and the high voltage hook caught his left index finger causing a laceration requiring 4 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7413,"employee was loading supplies for the roof bolter. when he broke the strap on the bolts, it flew up and hit his left hand. injury required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7414,employee was getting a part to install on a new haul truck. he picked up the part and he smashed his finger between the part and the handrail.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7415,the injured went into the mill building to checkthe vsi crusher motor because it was smoking. he did not see fire and the power was off so he left the building to let the smoke clear. he later felt sick and went to the doctor for smoke inhalation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7416,ee was cleaning out tower screw; as he was driving the slide in the bottom lime flew up into his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7417,employee was feeding crusher with backhoe and a small piece of rock hit him in right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7418,face chain had broken & they were trying to put it back together. they had a com-a-long holding the tensioner motor down. the operator engaged the tensioner but put too much pressure on it & the com-a-long chain broke & hit the i.e. in the nose & right side of face. it fractured their nose & safety glasses pushed up & got stitches above the eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7419,"the ee was sliding a box of cor dsamples across the wash table. the box hit a worn corner of the table and stopped suddenly, resulting in a pulled muscle in his rt. arm. the ee continued to wo rk until the end of his shift. the next day he requested medical treatment and was diagnosed w/a strain to his rt. forearm and placed on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7420,"injured and supervisor were standing outby the continuous miner watching coal being loaded intothe coal hauler. a piece of rock had fallen ontohead of miner. when the piece of rock came back the conveyor chain, it fell off and struck injured above the rt. knee. supervisor had seen the rock and pulled injured back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7421,twisted back while attempting to throw tie-up line to secure loaded barge on river at load-out. no lost time or medical treatment from time of occurance to 1/7/02 when injury became aggrivated,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -7422,"pulling miner cable when suddenly experienced. injured was was sharp pain in low back and right shoulder. compliance with regs, rules not qa factor, protective items not a factor. failure to g et help when moving heavy objects a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7423,"employee had greased drill rod threads, then reached in to remove dirt from table as driller was moving drill rod carousel to drill rod catching employees right hand and forearm between drill rod and drill carousel causing bruising of forearm and laceration of right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7424,ee was raising a rail car loading chute lid when he felt a twinge in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7425,employee was unloading angle iron from a truck when his thumb got pinched between two pieces of iron.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7426,while closing the elevator on the pipe the employees finger was pinched between elevator and pipe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7427,"during fire training, the task of moving an inoperable atv track vehicle approximately 6' to one side of the bay was assigned to several employees. as one employee pulled on the luggage rack, the bolts released allowing the rack to swing up and out on the hinge, striking another employee on the top of the head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7428,"two ee's were attempting to clear a plugged sample point piping, which is a routine duty. as they attempted to clear the pluggage, the sample point piping assembly sheared off from the process pipe it was attached to causing caustic solution to spray both ee's. ee's sustained 2nd and 3rd degree chemical burns.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7429,while lifting something up with a pry bar the employee felt something like a shock go through into their fingers. after every time they squeezed their hand it would hurt. after eating lunch the pain was still bothering them and they reported it. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7430,employee alledges he was attempting to close the top south drag slide gate with a punch bar. the bar glanced off the gate and hit him in the chin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7431,"inj was dismantling an overcast as he was removing a 4'x8' sheet of 3/16"" metal his finger was pinched between the metal & a beam",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7432,employee struck hand against engine of dozer. reportable only due to 3 stitches he received.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7433,"ee advised he felt pain in his low back on the left side as he lifted some scissor rail and started to walk away. after seeing an orthopaedic specialist, he was placed on restricted duty for 1 0 days.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7434,employee was cleaning the tower when a chunk of cement came loose and fell striking the bar that he was using to clean. the bar then swung around and hit him in the side of the head. he is complaining of headaches and strained muscles and sought treatment at ohs on 11/17/08. he is on 10 lb lifting restrictions and sees the doctor again on 11/20/08.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7435,employee had recurring pain from handling packaging materials the week before and was diagnosed with a finger sprain and administered prescriptions and a finger splint,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7436,"the cement pump had stalled out and the ee was working on it. he placed his hand over the discharge pipe, at the same time the piston freed up.this resulted in cement mix and pieces of cement striking palm of hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7437,employee was using bar to lift drip pan back on car after it slid part way off and felt pain in lower left side towards back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7438,ee attempted to turn up a 1000' spool of communication and felt a pain in his back. ee continued to work until 03-08-2010. on 03-09-2010 he notified the safety department that due to continued pain he has seen a doctor and was dianosed with a lumbar protruding disc and could not work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7439,accident occurred when employee dropped a steel plate on his foot behind the steel toe. he reported accident at time of occurrence but did not ask for assistance until 12-29-03. accident resul ted in restricted duty days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7440,employee was changing a take-up pulley bearing. employee attempted to remove the sleeve and rear race by sliding it off the shaft. the sleeve got caught on the burrs at the end of the shaft. employee's finger got caught between the race and the wing pulley bushing. this resulted in the finger tip being broken and a laceration. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7441,while being loaded by the shovel a boulder fell off and hit the dove tail of the haul truck. operator began to feel pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7442,"in the process of grouting new base for a replacement pump. he was mixing grout in small 5 gal portable mixer. finished mixing up a batch, shut off mixer tried to remove pail from mixer but pail was stuck. while trying to free pail mixer started up: his hand spun round and round causing a sprain and possible fracture. fracture ruled out at a later date. the sprain required a splint",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7443,"employee reported some pain & discomfort in his left abdomen. we discussed it & we decided to rest his side after a weekend & see if the pain went away. the pain did subside. then a couple of weeks later, he said the pain was back. he went to see the dr. the dr. put him on restricted.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7444,"ee was removing a gear from the 450c shovel, while rolling the gear out he got his finger pinched between the gear and side of the machine.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7445,"the right miner on no. 4 unit had moved from no. 8 entry to no. 9 entry. ee a ram car driver, picked up the miner cable and was walking it out of the road when he felt his back ""pinch"". he started missing work due to a strained muscle in his back",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7446,"the rigging came off the liner handler and the grate hit the outside of employee's foot, bruising it. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7447,employee was assisting in servicing truck. he was in the process of passing an air filter to another serviceman for installation. the other guy dropped the used filter it struck him in the hea d. seven stitches was utilized to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7448,one employee was moving a ladder when it fell and hit another employee on the right arm/shoulder. the injured employee sustained a contusion to his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7449,"employee was moving a stone, had pain in abdomen. later found it was a hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7450,loosen a tension rod on jaw crusher when rod broke and hit thumb ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7451,individual was grinding a weld on handrail when a piece of metal entered his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7452,employee was installing a post when they felt a pain in the elbow. finished the shift and visited the doctor the next day. worked restricted duty until 08-23-2017 when they called in saying the doctor was taking them off work completely.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7453,"operator strained muscles in the right side of neck while pulling a water hose, resulting in physical therapy. employer was only notified of injury as of 8/31/17.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7454,"ee was cutting a u joint from a service truck with a torch, hot grease spalshed out under hood and caused minor burns to his face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7455,employee was dumping a bag of floor dry into the container when he had a sharp pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7456,ee was replaceing a pot on the continious mineing machine. he strained his neck while lifting to position pot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7457,lab technician was rolling a sample mill out of the grinder in the lab when they pulled a muscle in their back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7458,"man was hanging miner cable, strained back muscle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7459,while working in a congested area ee bent down and bumped his right knee on an angle iron. he was diagnosed with a torn medial meniscus and has opted for surgery. surgery due on 4-11-03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7460,employee was stick welding when he experienced pain in his left wrist-diagnosis:tendonitis,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7461,employee was repairing a damaged rubber air hose. he was tightening a breeze band with a screw driver. the screw driver slipped out of slot in breeze band and punctured left hand between thumb and first finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7462,ee was sitting down trying to pull a nip off a transformer but couldn't do so and as he rolled over to get his knees to get up he felt a sharp pain in the middle of his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7463,"while removing an electric motor to be repaired the employee felt a ""pull"" in the stomach area. ee was sent to the local medical facility and diagnosed with a hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7464,"while driving bushing from jackleg (repair) with a punch, a chip came off punch and hit ee above the right eye and lodged there.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7465,warehouse tech was looking out of the man door window at back of warehouse with his left hand resting on the overhead door track. when tech saw the warehouse semi was driving towards the door to bring it in for the night he pushed the button to raise the door. warehouse tech's fingers were caught. tech was wearing gloves.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -7466,employee was using a hand held grinder when the wheel caught and failed. a small piece of the wheel went through ee's leather glove and impacted ee's finger resulting in 6 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7467,"ee was trying to keep a bucket of solvent from spilling. in doing so, he hit the back of his hand on a cylinder head resulting in a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7468,employee was removing a rock from the belt at a head drive when his right arm struck the metal guarding material which resulted in a cut requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7469,"individual was operating torch to cut sections of plate. while checking how much remained to be cut, the piece came loose of the structure, pinching the upper ring finger against plate below. this caused a laceration through the welding glove as ee pulled the hand free. the laceration required three stitches. x-rays were forwarded to radiology and resulted in negative findings. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7470,"appox 50' in 4 right cross cut near spad 15292, a piece of rock 6"" wide, 15"" long, from 1 to 2 inches in thickness fell striking the injured on the left thumb and hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7471,"ee was pulling on cable as he was resplicing it, resulting in low back strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7472,two employees were drilling a hole in a disconnect box. the hole saw slipped & made contact with one of the employees left hand. this resulted in 14 stitches in ee's left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7473,employee fell on a small tree stump,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -7474,"ee was using a 4"" hand grinder. the grinder was being cradled in his rt. arm while he was putting on his gloves. during this process the power switch was accidentally activated. rec'd 7 stitch es.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7475,installing a wire roof mat - the mat slipped striking the ee in the forehead.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7476,employee was pulling (with great force) on a wrench and hand slipped striking a stationary valve beneath area where they were working,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7477,"while collaring hole for installation of a bolt,a small rock broke loose, striking and bouncing off jackleg, striking ee on the wrist causing a small laceration. ee with right hand was holding onto air hose while standing 3 ft from jackleg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,No Value Found -7478,ee was removing rubber tarp strap. the other end came loose and struck him in the mouths.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7479,"maintenance employee was walking through the mill 5 basement, behind ml05 & ml06 feed end and felt like something got in his left eye. employee was wearing his ppe at the time of the incident. eye was flushed and employee felt fine. employee was seen by optometrist on 01/20/2015; piece of metal found embedded and removed; antibiotic prescription given - making this reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7480,the employee and a contractor had placed the left track back onto an hitachi excavator and were in the process of fastening the ends of the track with a pin. while the pin was being driven into place a fragment of steel stuck our employee in the left arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7481,"the employee was working on damaged hydraulic cylinder, attempted to move cylinder. the cylinder moved easier than anticipated pinching finger between cylinder and frame. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7482,employee was passing scaffold board and a splinter entered his left index finger at the base where it meets the hand. the splinter penetrated the rubber palmed gloves he was wearing and jersey gloves he had underneath. employee removed splinter and continued working. the next morning his finger was swollen and he was taken to get treatment where it was discovered it was infected.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7483,employee was working to remove a slide fromt he liquor trough on the 5th unit in prescipitation when he strained his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7484,cleaning out kiln transfer chute using a jackhammer through an opening while standing from a position outside of the transfer chute when a large piece of material fell striking the jackhammer bit causing it to go down resulting in the hammer end rising up and this hammer struck employee in the forehead resulting in (9) stitches but no lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7485,"ee was separating dual cone seals for front hub on uld 002. when seals separated, the sharp machine surface cut the ee thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7486,the miner was helping the certified electrician splice a 300 volt d.c shuttle car cable. the miner placed the cable on employee's leg then cut the insolated jacket of the cable with a razor knife when the knife cut through the cable causing a laceration to the miners leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7487,employee was standing backwards and beneath an area where work was being done. another employee was removing a crusher liner plate and it slipped and fell on the employee's left foot above the steel toe. there were no broken bones but he was placed on modified work status.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7488,"employee was removing jacking plates from bottom of revolving frame. when pushing the cart around to the removal area, the plate caught on something and the plate came off, hitting him on the right shoulder and dislocating it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7489,"while removing a section of handrail, ee was holding handrail and pulling it upward while other ee was striking handrail. ee then moved hand and other ee struck hand with pry bar.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7490,"employee was drilling bolt hole in mine roof when hydraulic line failed on bolter and sprayed hydraulic oil in operators left eye. it didn't involve any compliance issues. no equipment involved. it didn't involve job skills,proficiency,training or attitude. no ppe or protective devices on equipment involved.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7491,employee was using a crane to lift a metal drum filled with iron balls used on the cement mills. suddenly his little finger was pinched between the pulley and the wire rope of the crane causing him an open wound. he was using safety gloves.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7492,employee was changing out a bucket on a loader when he felt a pain in lower back. employee did not start missing time from this injury until 06/09/2014.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7493,"doing maintenance on 35 ton volvo truck, he was laying under truck loosening belly pan; belly pan fell on left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7494,twisted left ankle while carrying a step ladder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7495,"ee reported: he and a coworker were bolting the face on #1 unit. the length of bolt being used was 8' long. each bolt had to be bent prior to inserting into the mine roof. as he was attempting to bend a bolt, his left shoulder popped, resulting in severe pain to the shoulder. started missing scheduled work days 1/28/09, became a lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7496,while cleaning out a blockage in the surge tunnel a large rock fell against the pry bar employee was using causing it to hit employee's chin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7497,employee was helping pull trolleys. he reached up to reposition chain and got his left hand caught. medical treatment injury,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7498,"ee was filling propane tanks. ee accidentally hit the exhaust valve, and liquid propane came out, striking ee on the right hand and wrist. seen at er, diagnosed with 2nd degree burns of hand and wrist. released to modified duty at next scheduled shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7499,"employee was removing bolts on the old gd gate. as he attempted to remove an old bolt with a wrench, it slipped off the bolt head, and his wrist was in-between the wrench and the gate.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7500,employee was working on a overflow box and trying to get it to set into place. he was using a chain come-a-long. the come-a-long came loose and the chain hit employee in the chest. (contusion to the ribs) employee went to e/r that night. then worked two days and went back to doctor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7501,employee was carrying a bottom belt roller when felt pain in lower back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7502,"employee was stacking 50 lb bags of clay when a couple of bags got turned sideways on the belt. employee put his right arm out and was holding the bags back. he reached over with his left hand to turn off the belt, when he felt a pain in hisright arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7503,ee was plumbing in a sink w/quest pipeing at the filter plant. the pipe was too long. ee could not get a hack saw in the space because it was a small space. ee tried to cut the pipe w/a pocket knife. the knife slipped & cut left palm of hand just below the thumb. ee was taken to the company dr where he received 6 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7504,"employee alledges while working on the north side of #3 tower, loosening bolts on the screen deck and pulling a wrench toward his body, he felt a pop in his right shoulder. the pain continued for the remainder of the day, increasing through the night. he went to the clinic the next day where he was given medication to take every 4 - 6 hours as well as restricted work duties.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7505,ee was making belt splice with another ee when he started to move belt splicing tool the other ee hit his right hand with a hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7506,"while using a box cutter knife employee cut left leg, which resulted in 8 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7507,"injured had just returned to work from a 2 1/2 month absence due to a home related injury to his right shoulder. on his first shift back to work, employee stated that when lifting and throwing a piece of belt structure he felt a pop in his right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7508,"employee stated that while helping lift a pipe from the belt magnet he felt pain in his lower back. (employee continued working, started missing on 3-13-05.)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7509,"while backing the bolter out of #9 entry, the bolter began to sink in the bottoms and slide towards the rib. after hitting a big rock, the bolter jumped, throwing the operators foot out of the cab and smashing it between the rib and the bolter. he received a fracture in his left foot. ***he began missing on 06/04/2012.***",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7510,"ee was cutting a section of the dump hopper out when the plate was cut loose. it flipped over & came out of another opening in the hopper & struck ee on the left index finger, which was secured on the handrail of snorkel lift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7511,"he was using a spanner wrench to uncouple a hi-voltage plug, and the wrench slipped, causing him to strain his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7512,employee was pulling slack on the #2 shuttle car for a power move when he felt a pop & pain in his left calf.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7513,"while climbing into the cat truck, something popped in the back of ee's left calf. ee was unable to straighten leg completely or walk more than a few steps unassisted. ee was seen at an occ health clinic for a muscle strain, who recommended pt, which ee has started.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7514,ee allegedly claims right shoulder injury from losing control of a fuel hose on lube truck #77 on 7/23/12. he stated the hose jerked out of his hand when he was cleaning it. ee did not report injury until 9/14/12. workers' comp denied claim on 9/26/12.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7515,"ee was loading screens into backhoe bucket, one screen slid out of bucket hitting ee on the top of left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7516,"ee was using a track jack to re-rail a flat car. the jack slipped, pinching his right index finger, resulting in 4 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7517,employee was hanging cable. when the cable dropped down the hanger caught between employee's index finger and middle finger on rt hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7518,"employee was installing roof bolts. the steel plugged, the employee struck the steel with the drill wrench. upon striking the steel, the socket end of the wrench broke causing the socket to ricochet off the mast and struck the employee in the thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7519,a pinner steel broke near the shank while beginning to drill a new hole for the next roof bolt. the steel kicked back and struck the victim on the right side of the face causing contusions and lacerations. one laceration required 4 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7520,"while backing up in dozer, he hit a rock, jarring his upper back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7521,employee was manually operating wet wash sand plant and caught his hand between a belt and a pulley resulting in his left middle fingertip being cut and requiring 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7522,"employee was putting drive line bolts back in a 980g loader. the rachet slipped off the bolt head, striking the employee on the left side of his nose and corner of his left eye. (stitches)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7523,"the employee was bolting on the intake side of the continuous miner, while retrieving a roof strap from the strap rack on the miner ee got ee's left hand caught between an upright standard on the strap rack and an upright standard on the bolt rack causing a laceration/avulsion to the back of ee's hand. the injury required 12 sutures to repair.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7524,while climbing ladder employee felt something in his mid back pull; felt pain and discomfort in the middle of his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7525,"while employee was trying to turn a twisted bag of cement on the palletizer, unit cycled and pushed him to the rear wall of the layer pusher area of the unit. employee sustained contusion to lower back, lumbago, lower extremity abrasion w/o infection, and contusion of lower leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7526,employee was grinding when he felt something in his eye. he was taken to seek medical attention. it was determined that there was nothing in his eye but he did have an abraison which was treat ed with antibiotics.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7527,"employee was assisting another employee while changing a vertical pin when a piece of metal broke free striking him in the wrist. body placement was the cause of the incident. ppe was not a factor, mining equipment/systems was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was not a factor, miner proficiency may have been a factor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7528,"employee was cutting lid on plastic bucket, using his right hand. the knife slipped off the lid & came back across his left hand, cutting through his glove & lacerating his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7529,"employee was opening a lid on the truck to reload it with product. lid was stuck, so employee reached under the lid with fingers to pry it open. the lid did not open and pinched fingers in a scissor-like format, resulting in a laceration to the tip of right ring finger. received 1 stitch.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7530,"employee was helping 2 other employees un-roll from spool a flat miner cable. they were looping cable onto a flat car. one employee making loop struck ee on left side of head, neck and shoulde r with cable. employee worked until 2-10-03 when after visit to dr discovered degree of injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7531,"stone fell on right pointer finger, slicing tip of the finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7532,ee was lifting lids and stumbled over conveyor structure. dr removed from work 3-27-01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7533,oil mist sprayed into eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7534,ee was bending over to turn on water valves & twisted his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7535,"employee used hammer to free impeller motor from a vertical pump. hitting the impeller, a piece of metal broke off & entered employee's hand. employee treated onsite by contract medical. on 2.25.19, employee notified employer that wound not healed correctly. employee referred to offsite medical facility where a metal fragment was found embedded under the skin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7536,ee was moving a slab of stone to be split when he pinched his left middle finger between the stone he was moving and an adjacent stationary block of stone. he sustained a laceration and fracture to his finger. physician instructions: no work till re-evaluation on 11-11-05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7537,employee was under machine laying on his back looking up to loosen the drive belt during repair of excavator/rockbreaker. he knocked some loose sand away from the drive belt and sand fell in his left eye. physician removed a small piece of embedded metal from the employee's left eye and prescribed a preventative antibiotic.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7538,employee had opened several valves during work tasks on 8-8-06. on 8-9-06 his left shoulder was hurting. employeee did not report a work related injury until 10-3-06. on 10-25-06 a doctor stated his injured shoulder may may be work related.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7539,"ee was pulling water line over shoulder when he experienced pain in right knee. ee didn't miss any work, however he did seel medical attention on 2/14/00 and was placed on restricted duty that day - therefore making this report a medical.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7540,"trying to remove rock from crusher. putting chain under rock, rock slipped pinching finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7541,employee had a bar between two saw cuts of stone pulling the two pieces apart for moving to another location when the tip of the bar broke off and he fell back on the floor hitting his back and side against another rock causing pain and bruising.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -7542,while stacking stone on a pallet a sharp piece broke off falling cutting the employee on left leg just below the knee. ee required 7 stitches at the local emergency room.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7543,roof bolter oper. was installing a roof bolt in the roof-he pushed it up about 2/3 of the way the bolt bent. he set the machine over to put up another bolt he pushed the lever the wrong way-th e head came over on his left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7544,employee was removing liners with a pry bar in the rodmill. the liner was in the 10 o'clock position. when it broke loose it fell to the bottom of the barrel at approximately the 4 o'clock position and hit employee on the foot above the protective toe of his boot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7545,operator was using chain fall and reported sore muscles 4 days later.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7546,ee was turning timing handle to adjust timeing chain. counterweight went over center & ee couldnot hold weight. handle struck spring tensioner housing & ee's fingers were caught between,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7547,"gas well w18a while pulling a 2/0 cable through a power box opening, the cable slipped and struck him in the mouth resulting in a broken upper tooth requiring dental repair.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7548,when employee was running the under cutter the bug duster shear pin broke. when employee was clean around the bug duster the auger fell out and struck the employee on the left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7549,"ee was attempting to roll a mill lifter (200#) onto a lifting sling and rolled it onto his finger, smashing the finger tip between the lifter and the deck. stitches were needed to close the wo und.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7550,employee was lifting and putting in a bottom roller and felt a pain in his shoulder. had surgery on 4-29-2011. started missing work 4-29-2011.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7551,"while installing bin pulley it slipped from the position it was in, when it slipped it pinched his left hand between pulley and conveyer frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7552,"ee was shoveling rock out of shaft bottom, felt left knee pop. ee was taken to company doctor and was not released to come back to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7553,"employee was moving a pallet, employee felt a pain in employee's back. didn't receive notice of chiropractic care until 11/29/2017. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7554,employee was working on pvc pipe. he was cutting duct tape to use on the pipe with a utility knife when his hand slipped off the tape and was cut requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7555,ee was using a maul to hit the side of a railcar hopper that was retaining sand. on a swing ee's finger was caught between the maul and the railcar. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7556,"changing cutting edges on caterpillar 972 front end loader. while holding bolt head, the bolt slipped causing him to cut his left hand. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7557,hooking up safety chains to rock dust tanks and felt pain in left shoulder. started missing work on 10/12/2012.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7558,"employee was removing a bent roof bolt out of mine roof. the employee reached back to drop drill head and moved the joystick for drill rotation. bent roof bolt spun striking employee in left wrist. ppe was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was a factor, mining equipment/system was a factor, miner concentration was a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7559,i.e. was installing a roof bolt and plate. they attempted to straighten out the direction of the plate. when they moved the plate with their hand it caught the core breaker row on the mine roof causing them to get their right middle finger caught between the plate and the mine roof. small fracture and laceration to the tip of the finger. employee has not missed any work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7560,employee was chuck tending when he got his right hand caught between the hammer and leg of of chuck tender. employee received fracture to right hand and is working under restrictions,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7561,"the employee stated ee was attempting to loosen a bolt on a cm reducer. while standing overtop of the ratchet apply downward pressure, ee hand slipped off the ratchet causing the ratchet handle to strike ee in the forehead. the laceration required 3 sutures. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7562,"the ee was using a com-a-long to pull a motor forward, it broke off the lifting eye causing him to fall into a screen.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7563,employee was operating bulldozer when the ground gave way causing bulldozer to roll on it's side causing cuts and abrasions to employee (five stitches to the head).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7564,ee was pushing a bag down inside of trash drum and punctured his arm with a stick.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7565,cleaning surface of rotary valve with wire wheel grinder when ee got metal particles in both eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7566,"while changing out an o-ring on a husco split spool valve on a letourneau loader, the mechanic helper got hydraulic oil in both eyes. eyes were flushed, ee taken to gillette optimetric for follow up eye exam. employee received antibiotic/steroid drops & ointment to use in eyes. employee back to work next shift with no problems. eyes clear, no redness, ""100% better"", ee feels fine.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7567,"employee was cleaning a piece of metal with a hand held angle grinder with a wire wheel attachment & as ee worked the grinder back and forth on the metal surface the wire wheel caught a headlamp strap hanging out of ee's pant pocket and pulled the grinder into ee's groin area. seen site medic, referred to er, restrictions were issued.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7568,assisting with motor repair burned left hand with acetylene torch when cutting away extra metal from new adjustment screw appeared to be 3rd degthe work area was not cleared enought to allow' more space,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7569,greasing equipment when he trigger high pressure hose from close range striking himself in the eye with a stream of grease.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7570,ee was manually loading old brick/coating into a skid-steer loader bucket. ee pinched his left ring finger between the lip of the loader bucket and an old brick causing a laceration and fractu re of the bone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7571,employee reported he was attempting to open valve in 2-tank geho area when valve handle slipped/spun causing right middle finger to be pinched between wrench & valve body.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7572,"lifting rock, felt pull in groin area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7573,"subject was operating a roofbolter. he put his left hand on the pot and a piece of draw rock fell, striking him on the middle finger of his lefthand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7574,employee was lifting stone onto conveyor belt and felt pain in his back. the employee never reported the injury until 12/22/05. he told his supervisor he was going home because he had the flu.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7575,"removing center cutting edge on rt 556 dozer, using torch to cut bolts. employee was struck by a falling edge when last bolt was cut. lacerations to head and shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7576,"while changing a re belt, employee used a pry bar to raise roller and roller slipped, striking his left thumb. stitches were required, thus causing a reportable accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7577,removing frozen lumps from tunnel belt got to close to magnet right hand pinched between magnet and frozen clumps of sand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7578,employee was taking the slack out of the afc chain when the chain caught on the head drive. employee tried to pull the chain free when he felt a tear in his groin,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7579,"mechanic was removing defuser from hydraulic filter with hydraulic filter still in the housing. pulled the defuser out with pliers and the whole filter came out, pinching the middle finger between filter and housing. mechanic received five sutures in middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7580,"employee was assisting repair in a conveyor belt that broke. while untwisting the belt a rock that was twisted up in the belt came loose and fell, bounced off the beam of the take up pulley and struck the employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7581,"employee was carrying a fan to a job site when he stepped into soft mud causing a strain to his right knee. employee continued on regular duty with restrictions of no prolonged standing or stairs. continued discomfort returned employee to doctor and surgery was scheduled for 5/4/06, when employee started missing work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7582,employee was throwing miner cable toward rib and sprained left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -7583,while employee was moving johnson duster by hand it shifted hitting his right hand against a steel bracket lacerating the right middle finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7584,employee was operating a hand held tool and cut his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7585,"injured party had just rolled a piece of rock off the belt. when he tried to stand up, he felt a pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7586,ee was cleaning take off duct. it was full of build up so it blew out and covered him on his gloves & coat. the material got in his glove & burned his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7587,lifting and pushing screen head resulted in hernia in abdomen. returned to work full duty after missing 1 day. potential for surgery in the future.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7588,employee dropped a 5-gallon bucket containing sample discards that weighed about 50 pounds. he tried to catch the bucket before it hit the floor and in doing so strained his lower back. later in the day he requested medical examination. treating physician diagnosed a lumbar strain and prescribed meds and phys therapy.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7589,ee was unloading belt vulcanizing equipment off a flatbed truck in the surface supply yard. whenhe picked up a section of the equipment he felt pain in his groin area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7590,"injured was standing at the back of the roof bolter. as the bolter was tramming outby the face of #4 dusting. the back of the machine set down on his foot. his foot was pinned under the machin e and had to be articulated up to free his foot.once his foot was released from under the machine he was transported outside. the entry was 66"" , the bottom was dry but uneven.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7591,employee was performing mechanical duties at bucket elevator #11. the employee was holding a wheel as long as a partner was hitting the wheel with a slede hammer. accidently the sledge hammer slipped from the wheel and hit ee's hard hat causing him a contision and a small wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7592,"ee was changing a drill bit on a pneumatic drillwhen it ""popped"" up and hit him in the mouth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7593,"worker moving bronze bushing felt groin pain. doctors review was inconclusive, then later determined to be hernia by another doctor. worker was scheduled for and received surgery on december 27, and eligible to return to work immediately. normal year end holiday work schedule was followed. became recordable injury december 27 due to stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7594,employee was removing a worn idler. the idler slipped from the employee's right hand and caused a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7595,"the employee was closing the discharge valve using a 36"" pipe wrench. as he was pulling down he experienced pain in his lower back. was evaluated at nnrh er and given full duty release. employee was still experiencing pain, went to the doctor on october 7 and was given a restricted duty release beginning october 11 next scheduled workday - deeming this reportable per part 50.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7596,inj was tightening bolts on a clamp with an impact wrench when the wrench slipped off bolt striking inj's left forearm. saw physician 2/7/05,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7597,ee was operating the primary crusher and using the rock hammer. he leaned over to look out the window at the rock as he used the hammer. he said his back was sore as a result.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7598,"after adjusting of parking brakes, while climbing up stairs on a caterpillar 980h wheel loader, operator jammed left hand into the handrail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7599,ee was working with a crew to cover mine openings installing channel iron supports while lifting& moving the channel iron ee strained his lower back. ee finished this shift & worked his regula r schedule until 1/25/02 on 1/28/02 ee called & said he was going to dr for back pain,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7600,"ee's finger caught between the roof bolter drill mast & drill steel that fell out of the drill hole, causing a fracture to his finger tip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7601,"while working, an employee used left foot to slide a half full bucket of oil out of the way and felt pain in the left knee. over the course of several months the employee worked through multiple diagnostic appointments with medical providers until a cause of the pain was identified. on thursday march 21st treatment was administered that made the injury reportable to msha.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7602,employee was carrying a 20 lb. bag of oil sorb and in going up a slight incline heard a pop in his knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7603,"employee was removing a bearing and housing from a shelf, the bearing fell smashing employee's left middle finger. employee sustained a small fracture to tip of his left middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7604,"employee was working to thaw frozen milk of lime feed hose. the header was not locked at the pump and upon clearing the ice from the hose, the employee cracked open the ball valve to check for flow. this resulted in milk of lime being sprayed in the face and chest.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7605,employee was injured when the dozer he was operating overturned.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7606,employee was using a cut off saw when the blade broke & struck him on the left forearm. he was transported to the hospital where he received 5 stitches. he did not lose any time and returned to regular duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7607,the ee was in the process of removing a sump pump with an overhead crane. he positioned his hand on top of the pump motor in efforts to help guide the pump while raising. during this time ee's left little finger was pinched between the pump motor and a piece of angle. iron that was attached to the wall.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7608,"air arcing-slage landed on neck causing jerking reaction, arm got caught on sharp steel blade of pugmixer. taken to hospital, er dr. applied sutures to close wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7609,employee was using a hammer & chisel to knock out dog bones when a piece of metal penetrated his gloves & lodged in his left index finger. he worked without restrictions until 3/31/06 when an operation was performed to remove the foreign body.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7610,"ee was removing 6"" pvc pipe sections from the top of boreholes that were stuck in the muck & used a pair of pliers to try & gain a better grip. the ee was standing directly over the pipe using both hands to apply pressure to the pliers pulling in an upward motion. the pliers came loose & the pipe came up hitting the ee in mouth & face & broke a tooth & gave him a concussion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7611,ee was closing a walk through mandoor when he lost control of the door due to the air pressure and his left hand was caught between the door and the door frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7612,"ee was cutting notches in 1"" thick spirting w/a untility knife. knife slipped and cut ee's r thigh.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7613,ee was pulling on the switch and felt pain in his shoulder chest area. employee was 11 hours into his 12 hour shift. outside temperature was -21 degrees below zero. dr suggested 3 or 4 days of limited use of right arm or shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7614,"ee was in #5 entry reclaiming wing curtain when he pulled the curtain down his back began to hurt. his back continued to give him problems and on 9-10-02, he went for chiropractic adjustments",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7615,he was grabbing a rock from the chopper and another two rocks fell on his right hand finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7616,"ee was loading tri-axle road tire into bobcat bucket; finger got caught between tire and bucket, causing laceration to right long finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7617,employee was loosening bolts on shaker motor,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7618,"employee was measuring the level in the cement silos. when ee opened the latch on the silo measuring port, dust came out and got into ee's eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7619,"employee strained shoulder moving materials. became reportable 2/17/09, when he made a chiropractor visit.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7620,"this 7000-1 is being submitted under protest in order to abate citation 8032394 issued on 11/3/10. the ee alleges an injury while on mine property while stepping up into a motor and experiencing pain in his left knee. as a result of a part 50 audit, msha has deemed this a reportable injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7621,employee was tightening bearing bolt on ventilation fan. employee's hand slipped from torcwrench handle spun around and hit him in the face below the mouth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7622,"employee was trying to release bound cable on jumbo reel to set up drill. jumbo reel turned while his arm was trying to release bound cable, causing a fracture to both bones in his forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -7623,employee was torqueing the mg set coupling bolts on a dragline with a hydraulic torque wrench. the wrench body pinched his left pinky finger between it and the coupling. this caused a laceration requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7624,employee lifted a ladder and felt a pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7625,employee told boss that they thought they strained their back but continued to work full shift and 8-5 hrs the following day. told boss to turn in vacation day for the next day. went to doctor that evening then missed the next day. returned the following day and has worked since.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7626,contused and sprain left knee when it was caught between a motor base and belt structure.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7627,employee was trying to knock a piece of core out of the shoe with a rawhide mallet and sustained laceration on front side of l thumb requiring 4 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7628,"while trying to put new support tube in scalper, tube got jammed up in back. when we went to free it, one end slipped down and struck top of employee's foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7629,"ee was blow piping the feed chute to the 3/w crusher. some muck fell and struck the pipe. his left hand was on the shut-off valve and when the muck fell, it pushed the pipe back. his hand stru ck the air cylinder, fracturing it above his ring finger. returned full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7630,"ee was in process of plastering a brattice, whenhe reached in the plaster bucket to get a hand of plaster. the liquid on top was not mixed whensome of the liquid splashed on ee's forehead run ning down into his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7631,helping a mechanic install a bottom roller on a dozer. the roller set down onto the hand creating the laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7632,"ee was welding, raised welding hood then chipped weld and got piece of slag in his left eye. ee did not realize this at the time, ee determined this after his shift ended at 7 am and was taken to the emergency room the morning of 3/31/04",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7633,employee reported he was hooking up the turning cable for 6a ball mill. hook contacted edge of cyclone stand causing dust to fall into his left eye. imbedded foreign body was removed the next day from his left eye when he saw the doctor for the first time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7634,"ee stated that he was dropping the miner cable out of hooks, using a cable stick (forked pole),when he felt pain in his lt. shoulder. there was no incident, such as a slip,trip,fall, struck- by,struck-against, etc. resulting in an injury, therefore based on the investigation & medical info, this matter is being reported as an occupational illness.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7635,"setting screen deck in place, got hung up, employee was looking to see where it was hung up at, deck suddenly slid down frame landing down on his right lower leg between deck and channel iron, was not pinned in due to the back up come-a-long being in place.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -7636,injured was lifting a section of monorail when he felt pain in his left groin causing a strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7637,was unloading timbers onto scoop. smashed left thumb between timber and top.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7638,"employee was bolting in #1 heading when a piece of draw rock fell from between bolts, striking him on his left shoulder and left hand. employee sustained fractures to back of left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7639,a fully trained employee has no exact memory of anything left knee began hurting and as the shift progressed the pain increased. the alleged injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved. there is no known cause of the injury. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7640,employee was assisting in miner cable placement and a rock from the top of the miner struck the employee's left arm. medical treatment injury,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7641,employee cut finger tip of left index finger requiring stitches while installing bulk sack on air activated slide gate.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7642,"employee was using his leg to close the door on an empty coal car. he had pushed the door so that the latch was caught on the '1st' notch of the lock. as a second employee was closing a door on the other side, the vibration caused the first door to pop open and hit the employee's left shin causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7643,employee received compression injury to neck area when dozer he was operating slipped off rock and struck the ground. see attached letter.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7644,hammering bearing on #3 plant-pulled ligament in r wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -7645,"ee was grading a slope with a dozer and while backing up dozer, he ran over a rock, jolting dozer hurting his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7646,"using a jackhammer to remove scale from preheater, employee strained his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7647,"the ee was standing on a rail flat, rolling rails off the car. as they pried the rail over, the rails shifted and two rolled on right foot. the ee was taken for further treatment, nothing was fractured, but began missing work starting 6/24/22. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -7648,"chain hook slipped, hitting the worker in the cheek area under eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7649,"bolting top and hand was on arm. when raised, finger got caught between pot and top of roof.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7650,"employee slipped on stair while walking out of screen tower. he was holding onto the handrail and pulled his right shoulder. diagnosed with shoulder sprain and then with a torn rotator cuff. surgery on august 25, 2008.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7651,"while welding and grinding on a 773 end dump truck frame, a piece of metal lodged in his eye. he was unaware until 1-20 when irritation sent him for medical help to remove a piece of metal. re ceived a prescription for pain pills.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7652,when installing rub rail on shuttle car employee bent over to lift one end and strained his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7653,"employee stated while lifting shovel full of coal and mud onto belt, had pain in lower left back; employee first shift missed, due to this incident - 6/10/00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7654,"employee was installing 6"" gas valve when valve shifted and pinched left little finger between flange of valve and pipe causing fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7655,"employee was using a backhoe and a 1/4"" chain to lift a 10"" piece of pipe that is 24' long. the chain broke and one of the chain links struck employee on the right side of the jaw.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7656,while lifting a piece of drill steel from the ground to put rt back onto the drill he strained h low back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7657,"employee states he was bent over a threading machine, threading pipe, and suffered low back muscle strain. employee placed on light duty for three (3) days.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7658,ee picked up a piece of metal that was still hot from being cut with torches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7659,"employee was rolling out 100ft of 2in plastic pipe. the roll started falling and he changed his grip to pull it back upright and strained his arm. he originally reported the incident on 09/22/2011, but didn't go to the doctor until 10/05/2011.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7660,employee was helping install structure. ee's finger got pinched between 2 pieces of rail causing a laceration and fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7661,"ee was welding on an endloader bucket outside the mobile maintenance shop. he was wearing dark glasses with a welding hood and had welding shields up, as well as tarp to block sunlight. left e ye became irritated and ee saw phsician on 6-20-03. diagnosis was flash burn and eye drops were prescribed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -7662,a miner was injured on the right hand from a socket while using a pneumatic impact gun.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7663,"while emptying 5-gallon buckets of lime dust into the reclaim pile, lime dust blew under his safety glasses and got into his right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7664,"the ee was standing on a guard for a take-up jack, when the guard slipped from its position against the rib and struck the top of the ee's right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7665,"ee was pumping ""consume"" from a drum to a container and the ""consume"" got into her eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7666,he was cleaning a mutt-tool (knife) with a rag; rag caught on knife and cut his right index finger (3 stitches).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7667,"two employees were cleaning the pre heater on the 3rd floor. employee tried to close a door, which required working above his head. door latch inconveniently placed and could not be closed it with one hand. using his left hand, he attempted to hold the latch out of the way and slammed the door shut with his right. the door nipped the tip of his left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7668,changing mixing paddles on pugmill. was turning shaft to bring up the next paddle. the other paddle rotated down mashing r. little finger against boot on r. ankle. drew back the hand and finge r was cut.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7669,employee was prying on a sheave wheel on a longwall dolly. the bar slipped striking him above the rt eye brow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7670,ee was bending over and shoveling dirt - when he heard a pop sound followed by pain & stiffnes in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7671,employee was operating semi-automatic palletizer when he started to feel pain in his right armpit area. pain was tolerable; finished his shift and denied medical treatment until the following day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7672,mashed finger between tire and spindles while changing tire on dump truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -7673,"loading pipe on pipe hanging tracks off of pipe trailer, we allready loaded seven off. we had two 2""x4""xx4' strikers between trailers so pipe would not fall. striker fell and pipe dropped and slid pinning my finger between pipe and the headache rack on trailer bandaged cuts and went back to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7674,"finger was cut with 6"" grinding wheel when employee let go of grinder receiving 4 stitches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7675,injured was connecting split steels and brought the drill pot up to reconnect and caught the drill steel and caused the steel to bend and strike the palm of the injured. injured was taken the next day for evaluation and x-rays and it was discovered they had suffered an avulsion fracture at the base of the thumb. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -7676,employee was performing work involving spraying of dry mix shotcrete. employee wore appropriate ppe. after work employee noticed persistant eye irritation from caustic shotcrete dust and received eye irrigations and antibiotic ointment as precaution.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7677,"driller departed from his safe lifting technique training and simultaneously lifted & twisted. this twisting motion resulted in the ""tweak"" of his back that was ultimately medically diagnosed as a back strain & muscle spasm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7678,"the injured said he was helping move belt up. he was lifting bottom belt rollers up and hanging it on rope, when his back started hurting.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7679,employee was replacing an oxygen cylinder on a dolly and pinched a finger between the bottle and the dolly.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7680,an apprentice mechanic was assisting a 1st classmechanin removing a set of blunger blade from #1 blunger. the inj ee apprentice mechanic lifted the set of blades up on 1 side to attach a str ap to the blades when the blade slipped from hishand & lacerated it. he was wearing gloves,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7681,"2 miners were building a block stopping. 1 miner was on a ladder placing the blocks on the stopping while the other was on the ground shaping the block to fit. the miner on the ground bent over to pick up a tool when the miner on the ladder lost grip dropping a block that struck the other miner on the back of the head, causing a laceration that required 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7682,"employee was performing normal daily duties of typing, filing, and stocking office supplies. she felt a pain in her right wrist as she was moving some boxes. later in the evening there was a noticeable swelling in the wrist along with a burning sensation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7683,ee was cutting off the end of a tail pipe with a portable grinder when the edge of the cutting stone caught the tail pipe & swung back at him cutting into his left forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7684,"ee was moving t-bar brace from one side of clip to the other. the slack wasn't out of 2"" nylon choker when coworker removed spud wrench, letting brace fall, hitting ee on right hand & forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7685,"employee was cutting bands on pallet of block, band popped back hitting in the upper lip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7686,"worker walked around the back of the roof bolter to help his partner, and walked up to him while the partner was swinging a hammer and was struck in the nose. the injury required him to be taken to the hospital for stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7687,he was cutting the bands on the structure pile and the band broke causing structure to roll on ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -7688,employee said he was attempting to roll a rock off to the side of the haul road.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7689,hit r-index finger with a sledge hammer,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7690,"the dragline operator was moving a 5 gal bottle of water from a pickup to the dragline shoe. as he raised the bottle to the shoe, he felt a pop in his right shoulder. this was treated as a first aid case until his visit with an orthopedic doctor on 12/30/2005. the orthopedic physician restricted his work making the case msha reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7691,injured party was helping roof bolter operator move from one place to another when he ran in front of the bolter and moved a cable. he thought he had got out of the way. roof bolter operator s truck the rib with the roof bolter striking the injured party on his right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -7692,"ee was installing stainless steel banding on pipe. ee was going to cut off excess with side cutters when the side cutters slipped, causing ee to strike his right forearm on the stainless steel band - 1 1/2"" laceration to the right forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7693,employee was letting down wire for powerline and strained stomach muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7694,"employee was going to separate the metal band that was holding roof bolt plates inside the plate container. as he swung the hammer with his right hand to hit the band, he missed the band and hit his left thumb with the claw end of the hammer which fractured his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7695,"employee was removing a pry bar that had been wedged between the handrail and crusher platform when the crusher lid was opened for repairs. when ee grabbed the bar and pulled, it sprang back shoving ee's arm against the crusher and injuring ee's left elbow. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7696,ee was helping another ee move a scrap piece of steel out of the path of a manlift. the piece of steel shifted and pinchwedf ee's middle index finger causing a very minor fracture to rt. middl e fingertip. ee missed wrk from 7-21 to 8-2.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7697,employee struck his left hand against block stopping while using a 20 lb hammer causing a laceration that required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7698,was walking by the back end of a full face minerthat was turned off to get to his work position.the operator saw him clear the back end of the miner and started the machine back up. as he move d the machine he caught the injured's left leg between the machine and the rib.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7699,employee pushed a line gasket with his r-foot when hot water spilled onto top of boot causing burn to foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7700,installing driveline and metal splinter came off of hammer face penetrated glove and went into knuckle. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7701,"while moving pallets, the employee fractured a bone in left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7702,"injured was laying rail on section. injured had used a bar to move rail into alignment for splice bar. when injured straightened up, he felt pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7703,employee was clearing the space in the quarry to set down the grout box when it hit him in the arm and neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7704,"while cutting conveyor belt with razor knife, employee slipped and cut wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7705,employee was helping to install a guard on a belt conveyor when it dropped and mashed his left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7706,"when removing metal bands from roof bolts, metal band lacerated employees right thumb requiring stitches. employee returned to full duty after seeking medical attention.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7707,ee alleges that his lower back was injured while prying upwards with a slate bar while performing maintenance repairs on a cont. miner. two ee's working with him stated this never took place and that the iee never informed either of them that he was injured. ee rec. treatment the next day at st. francis and was taken off work by dr.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7708,ee pinched their hand between hoist cylinder and the trailer frame when trying to remove the cylinder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7709,"ee was using 3/8"" drive impact to remove bolts from gas tanks straps for removal of tank. bolt he was loosening with impact was slipping. he then needed a wrench to hold the back side. he placed other hand on back side of bolt to feel what size nut it was. as he placed his fingers on the nut he accidentally turned on the air gun spinning nut cutting finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7710,ee was loading a drill onto lowboy. drill slipped and finger was caught between metal on drill and lowboy.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7711,"employee was using channelocks to loosen a nut on a bracket that anchored the end of the trolley wire. as he pulled, the channelocks slipped causing him to lose his balance and twist his rt. knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7712,employees were cleaning up around the outside of shop lifted a weart plate to clean off slipped out of the hand of the employee and hit the top of employee's right foot,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7713,cut finger while chqanging cutting edge.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7714,"the ee was changing a screen cloth. after remov-ing the center strip, the ee was sliding the strip through his lt. hand, attempting to move it out of the work area. the edge of the strip cut through the glove and lacerated the ee's hand. he recieved four stitches to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7715,employee was working in compressor room when he dropped a valve and pinched his right hand between the valve and floor plate. this caused a contusion to his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7716,"employee states that he hit a rock buried in the ground, felt slight jar in back, no pain. next morning he hurt so much he could not get out of bed. employee did not seek medical treatment unt il 3/4/2003.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7717,injured right hand index finger while making repairs to alternator on 416b cat back hoe. injury required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7718,elevator counter weight fell on individuals right thigh & left shin while he was vacing material out. there were no broken bones - just skin abrasions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7719,ee was replacing a bearing on a international farm disc & a piece of dirt popped off & went under the safety glasses that he was wearing & hithim in the eye,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7720,ee was striking a large nut when a piece of the nut struck ee in the left forearm causing 2 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7721,"the injured and another employee was putting a ram jack for a scoop onto a johnson ride, as they were setting it down it slipped and caught his fingers in-between the jack and the ride.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7722,employee was working with another man roof bolting on a twin boom bolter. the co worker moved the machine over without warning and caught the injured man's left leg between the bolter head and rib.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7723,employee pulled lower back muscle while removing bearing cap.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7724,"changing out a piece of belt structure, as another ee pried a top roller, the roller shifted and fell pinching his right middle finger against another roller. ee continued to work until 4-21-04 when he started missing due to surgery on his injured finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7725,aching & cramping of both hands with no feeling due to repeat drilling and use of hands over period of time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7726,"employee was hooking up cable to a crusher cone gear wheel, while the wheel was still turning and got his left finger pinched between the hand rail and cable mashed his finger and fractured the tip of his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7727,"ee was shoveling bentonite and strained lower back. attempts to run 627g scraper on the 17th and 18th met with severe pain. ee went to doctor on the 18th and was given a no work slip until 05/24/2010, at which time he returned to full capacity.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7728,the employee was tightening the conveyor belt on f1 conveyor. employee hit is left hand fingers between a ratchet handle and conveyor frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7729,"while standing on the rock shelf in c-13 head box cleaning build up with a long hooked rod, ee felt a pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7730,"ee was taking a rock off a skid to place on his cutting table, he felt a strain in his pelvic area. he had been diagnosed as having an inguinal hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7731,while using an air chipper the miner struck himself on the knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7732,miner was hanging high voltage cable when a loop was flipped & it struck his left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7733,"contractor employee placed hand under a chip screen that was being lowered onto the frame. the result was that the tips of the fingers got caught in a pinch point between the screen and the frame. the result was pinch injury to the ends of the 2nd, 3rd and 4th digits.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7734,ee was shoveling coal from underneath belt structure & strained his left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7735,"employee was blowing duct work down through 1 inch port, dust blew out of port and under face shield contacting skin on face causing alkali/lime reactive burns to face. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7736,employee was in the process of scaling down loose material. the loose material struck the scaling bar breaking it about 2' from the scaler tip. ee felt a pop in lower back & pain in the groin area. ee also reported leg numbness. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7737,"allegedly, while employee was tighting a nut in an equipment tire's rim, the wrench left his hand and struck the employee's left eye. the employee received first aid including six stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7738,employee was changing picks on grader. when the employee swung his hammer it glanced off the pick. the employee's thumb contacted a burr on the pick lacerating his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7739,"while removing bottom deck screen panel support on screen #2 with the material handler, the support became wedged. ee was helping with the task using a pry bar to help free the support. when the support became free, the pry bar ee was using moved quickly. when the pry bar moved ee's left hand was pinched between the pry bar and cross over tube in the screen.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7740,injured was cutting belt when knife slipped causing laceration to right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7741,employee was attempting to light a cutting torch and a malfunction in the mixing body of the torch resulted in an ignition of gas that blew the oxygen line off the torch assembly and the burning gases contacted the employee's right side. he was not wearing a welding jacket and received 1st and 2nd degree burns. he returned to work his next scheduled shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7742,employee was helping to position welder onto a forklift when he strained back muscles.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7743,employee injured finger while working on corrugated tin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7744,2 ee were striking a punch with a hammer to remove an old bolt. small piece of metal came off the bolt into the ee eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7745,tracking system was down due to a cut in the fiber optic cable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Accident type, without injuries" -7746,"while removing wheel chocks from a vehicle, the employee slipped in a sandy area and threw the wheel chocks. ee felt a slight pull in the lower back but did not feel pain and tightness until near the end of the shift. injury reported @ 4:45pm; shift ended at 5pm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7747,"cutting break through from #6 & #7 entry, when a piece of rock fell from between the bolt & rib striking him.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7748,"miner was installing a bearing set beam in the shaft at the 1-5 level, miner was using a spud wrench to align the beam when the wrench slipped out of the beam and caught a fingertip between the beam and wrench.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7749,"while disconnecting a 2"" cam-lock hose connection the employee was having trouble getting the hoses to separate. the employee put one hose between ee's legs and when the hoses came apart the cam-lock hit the employee in the mouth chipping ee's tooth ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7750,employee was cutting a welding cable with a knife when it slipped causing a laceration to right wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7751,"employee was assisting with the installation of connector plates in k2. left pinky and index fingers were caught between connector plate and the stationary heat exchanger. as a result pinky nail was lacerated requiring sutures to close, and was fractured at the first joint. index finger was bruised and was noted without further injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7752,"injured employee was troubleshooting a baghouse tipping valve. after isolation and removing material (lime dust) ee moved in for a closer look through an approx. 1/2""h x 8""w opening in the valve. unexpectedly, dust came out of the opening and hit the employee in the face resulting in dust getting into the employees left eye, medical treatment, and prescription medication. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7753,"at the time of the incident, ee was inspecting the engine compartment of a skid steer for coolant leaks. to gain access to the engine, ee raised the radiator/oil cooler assembly & locked it in an open position. after fixing the leak, the support came loose from its mounting, allowing the radiator assembly to fall, pinching ee's lt.forearm between the assembly & the skid frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7754,employee was trimming conveyor pulley lagging to re-lag a pulley when his knife proceeded through the lagging puncturing his right leg requiring 6 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7755,ee was attempting to set a screen basket on a 450 mvp cedarios cone crusher. as he was lifting the basket it slipped and fell on his right forearm and elbow. conditions was dry and cool.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7756,employee removing all-thread when the assembly gave way causing ee's index finger knuckle to hit the bearing guide resulting in a dislocated right index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7757,subject was operating a it loader and door slammed shut on his left hand. there was tissue damage.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7758,"employee started dragging an oxygen bottle and felt a sharp pain in lower back. he worked his next scheduled on feb 27 but started missing work on feb 28, 2005.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7759,ee was moving a wire saw with a come along winch and strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7760,employee was picking up a piece of drill pipe and placing it beside another when the middle finger of his left hand was pinched between the two pieces of drill pipe causing a fracture of finger tip and a laceration of the finger tip requiring two stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7761,employee was putting a roof bolt plate onto a roof bolt when he dropped the plate causing it to strike his arm and cut it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7762,a clamp came loose while he was working on a conveyor belt and struck him on his right side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7763,ee was positioning the ball jorter using a forklift. he had to get help to guide it into place. but after the initial positioning of the machine it lacked about an inch of being in place. ee j umped off forklift & put his back against the machine & tried to push it into place. it's way to heavy & he injured his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7764,"employee was shoveling on plant feed belt & picked up big load of mud on shovel, when turned to put on belt strained back. cause of injury to big of load & body positioning. incident didn't involve any aspect of compliance with regulations/rules/ppe. miner proficiency may have been a factor. started missing work 10/28/2016.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7765,while coming through a airlock door it shut on his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7766,installation of our impact hammer is incomplete resulting in ee using a pry bar to loosen stuck/jammed rock at or near the crusher opening. injured ee was ingaged in this very act when he smas ed his finger between the bar and the side wall of the crusher body. this resulted in a laceration requiring 5 five sutures. ee returned to regular duties that morning.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7767,"ee was getting on and off the fork-lift loading and unloading belt structure and other mine related supply's. at about 2:00 pm he felt sharp pains in his lower back. he finished the shift, but was unable to work the next day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7768,while checking the dust collector operator lifted the lid up and removed the clogged dust popped lid up and slid down and cut the operators finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7769,ee cut his right leg with a utility knife & doctor put him off work beginning 11/15/01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7770,ee was lying on the ground on his back installing cutting edges on the blade of a 16-g grader when he says he had a sharp pain in his lower back going down his right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7771,hit a chisel with hammer and a piece of bearing flecked out and hit him in the cheek requiring one stitch.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7772,"employee oiling a 4.5 inch air grinder with a cut-off wheel. while setting the grinder on a work bench, the wheel spun and made contact with the employee's knuckle on right index finger. the grinder cut through ee's weld glove and caused a laceration. the employee received three stitches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7773,connecting ladder chain together and cutting head flopped over and pinched ee's finger tip causing a laceration and fractured finger tip above his knuckle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7774,"injured ee and another ee were repairing dredge pipeline. the other ee was hammering bolts into the flanges of the pipeline. injured ee reached down to push one of the bolts in, thinking the other ee was finished hammering, but his left middle finger was struck by the hammer. injured ee was taken to the doctor for evaluation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7775,"while stacking stone from a conveyor belt to a pallet, employee twisted too quickly and felt a pop in the lower back, then felt pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7776,employee was plastering a stopping and got plaster in his eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7777,ee was shoveling coal at 7 head when he felt a sharp pain in his rt shoulder and back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7778,pulling rock out of feeder. subject felt something hit the back of his right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7779,employee was using prybar to dislodge rock and when rock moved he smashed his finger between prybar and metal chute.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7780,ee was grinding a 992 loader highlift bucket with a 5900 rpm milwaukee grinder when the grinding wheel caught on a cut in the bucket and caused thje grinder to kick hitting the ee in the left leg just above the knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7781,employee was lifting a wood block when he pulled a muscle. the result of this was improper lifting techniques.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7782,employee stated he was bending six foot roof bolts. felt pain in his right shoulder. started missing work on 8-8-06.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7783,"while working on a roll crusher, he needed to remove roll crusher tire from hub so he could weld on it, while pulling tire off by hand, the tire came loose from hub, hitting the floor in maint enance shop, the tire bounced back and caught his left middle finger between hub and tire.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7784,employee was performing maintenance on conveyor using an electric drill. the drill jammed while in reverse motion catching his right hand between the drill handle and a fixed object. he sought medical attention and is currently on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7785,the employee was loading tools onto a belt trailer. the trailer fell off of the jack onto his right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7786,"#75 screw was plugged. to unplug crew was planning to dump screw. as we were trying to restart screw dust silo above flushed through the restart screw. to stop flush we were attempting to close a quickopen door, during the attempt dust blew upward into faces. employee received dust into left eye and immediately went to eyewash station to clean out eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7787,a mechanic leaned over to pick up some tools and felt a twinge in ee's back. the employee was seen at an occupational clinic.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7788,removing plow bolts form a loader bucket cutting edge for replacement. other ee operated the impact wrench to remove nut and the bolt backed out and started to spin so victim place his hand on the bolt to hold it in place. bolt spun and sharp edge of bolt cut through the glove and into left index finger causing laceration requiring 6 stitches to close. medical only,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7789,2 employees were using 2 come along hand winches hooked to outside of bulldozer track hoisting engine belly pan into place. one winch slid to the side crushing tip of little thumb between the winch and track pad on one employee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7790,"employee was wedging stone, stone shifted, pinned his foot and ankle between stone and loader bucket. when bucket was lifted, foot was loosened and stone started to shift, he jumped from block and cut his arm. he sustained multiple fractures to the right ankle, possible skin damage to both sides of the right ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7791,"electrician trainee was carrying a 14 pound box of brushes for a dragline motor from the warehouse to his truck, when he felt his back give out, almost dropping the box. he continued to work and his back pain became worse. at 1:00pm he was in for lunch and his back pain got worse.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7792,employee was standing on a ladder installing an access panel weighing approx. 10 pounds. the door was not secured and fell approx. 12 inches striking their right shoulder. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7793,"loading a box of resin on the roof bolter, pulled something in right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7794,employee was repairing the liner in the chute. he was handed a new liner to place in the chute and twisted his body and felt pain in his left knee. employee was off work from 2/13/04 and retu rned on 2/16/04. employee did not report it to his supervisor until 2/16/04.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7795,employee was struck by a used tooth when unloading it from the 538 boom truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7796,using a prybar to adjust the feed rate to a crusher. the prybar slipped and struck him in the mouth resulting in a chipped tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7797,ee was putting a bolt in a hole overhead and felt dirt fall into his eye. he was evaluated by a physician on 1-30-00 and medication was prescribed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7798,ee reached to remove a bullpin while another ee was swinging at the pin with a hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7799,"while checking for a hydraulic leak, the employee put his hand in the path of the moving boom, hitting his hand fracturing finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7800,ee was using a 20 lb hammer to drive a pin in. ee reported next day that he had pain in the groin area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -7801,ee was pulling up welding lead. the rope broke and he tried to grab the lead before it fell to the ground. he did not ask to see a dr until 2-12-01. he had no lost time medical treatment or wo rk restrictions until 7-30-01. when ee had out patient surgery shoulder arthroscopy.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7802,"employee was driving a pin into the lower suspension on haul truck, using a 16lb sledge hammer. employee reports feeling sharp pain in midline of back with pain that radiates to cervical area. back strain",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -7803,"standing on ladder, twisted left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7804,"ee experienced numbness in his left arm after using pry bar to jab & break up lump of materialin the coal crusher at cement plant. he & another ee also lifted material from crusher approx 20-3-lbs, diagnosed with muscle strain left arm ee was placed on light duty",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7805,employee got debris in left eye while mending a slusher cable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7806,the employee was standing next to a co-worker when the co-worker opened a port on a chute that contained hydrated lime. the hydrate lime dust came out of the port and entered the employee's eyes causing burns. the employee was given prescription medication for his eye injuries.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7807,"employee states he was using a utility knife to clean 2"" pipe. the knife slipped, cutting employee's left forearm. ee received medical treatment 7/13/09 and returned to full duty capacity 7/14/09. no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7808,"the injured employee along with a co-worker were making repairs to the sand screw. both employees were welding within close proximity to one another. although the injured employee was wearing the correct ppe, he suffered welding flash burns to his eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -7809,employee was changing oil on dredge and strained his elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7810,the injured miner stated that he picked up an acetylene tank and felt back pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7811,"ee was splitting a large block of sandstone using a chisel and 16 lb. sledge hammer. while attempting to strike the chisel with the hammer, ee inadvertently struck his left hand which was holding the chisel. restricted work activity for approx. 1 week.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7812,employee working on #3 elevator and wind blew something in his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7813,midga - gordon. a gordon employee received an injury when opening the #7 filter vacuum pump valve. the handle broke lacerating his left index finger through leather work gloves worn as proper ppe for the task. the employee was transported to the medical center in macon where he was treated and received four stitches along with a prescription for antibiotics.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7814,cleaning feeder pan in hopper for jaw & large boulder rolled down & hit leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -7815,a fully trained miner was picking up a crib block when ee felt pain in ee's back. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7816,injured was using a grinder with a cut off wheel while working on a tail gate when the grinder kicked and struck the injured in the knee. this caused a laceration which required stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7817,"injured was helping move the tool sled with a chain hooked to the scoop and the sled. when the chain tightened up, a bolt broke off of the chain and struck the injured above the right eye. the injury required 4 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7818,"lifting a bag of cement out of a scoop, feet gotstuck in the mud. he turned to go back to the work area and felt a pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7819,on 7/31 operator said he had backed over a rock.he worked the rest of the night and told the foreman he may have hurt his back. he worked the next night but came on his regular shift on 8/4 & told the foreman his back was hurting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7820,"ee was holding up a cable while stacker belt was being pushed into place. the stacker belt hit a set of steps. the steps struck and lacerated his knee, requiring 8 stitches. note: ee could hav e returned next shift. he works 6 days and off 3. his scheduled days off were 4-2-02, 4-03-02 and 4-4-02. he returned next scheduled shift on 4-5-02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7821,"while adjusting the torque on the right side miner bolter, the relief valve struck him in the right hand. sutures to close the laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7822,ee was turning cvutting edge on bulldozer and rost located between cutting edge and dozer facing was loosened and rust particles entered eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7823,was under scoop tightening fittings on pump. i was laying on my left side pushing on wrench with my right arm and felt something pop in my left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7824,"the employee was using a 3/4 inch drive to remove a bolt from a gear box. the bolt sheared off when the miner was applying torque and the miner lost his balance and fell, striking his shoulder. the following were not a factor: rules, regs., protective devises or clothing, training, proficiency, skills or attitude.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -7825,"on 4/18/2008, employee reported that his back was hurting from shoveling between 4/14 to 4/16.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7826,a rock was wedged between the tailgate of the truck and ee tried to remove it by lifting the gate by hand instead of raising the bed. the gate closed on the tips of his left fingers and crushed them between the gate & sealing edge which cut of 2 finger tips,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7827,"while making a blind lift, with 3 flagmen, the tip of a mobile crane bumped an overhead beam, dislodging buildup, that fell and contacted the left hand of the repairman rigging the lift. employee suffered fracture of left hand. employee did not require surgery, and is in a cast, on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7828,another employee was cutting product wrap when victim put his hand on the product roll that wasbeing cut. his middle finger was cut.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7829,contractor employee was using a pry bar when the item he was prying on became dislodged causing his left 5th finger to become caught between the pry bar and a lifting eye attached to a motor nearby. the contact between the two objects casued a fracture to the tip of the finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7830,ee was attempting to start a metal lathe. once the lathe was started the ee realized that it was operating at too high of speed and was reaching down to turn of the lathe. as he reached down he was struck by a piece of round stock in the metal lathe on the hard hat. this caused the headgear from his hardhat to cut his right ear.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7831,employee was laying steel checkered plate at the hog tower when he felt a pop in his left arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7832,"while hammering off bearing, steel sliver punctured hand & lodged in his left hand, index finger joint.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7833,"employee reported while shoveling material from under conveyor belt, he injured his back.strain to back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7834,working on street sweeper changing the hydraulic valve. employee was wearing safety glasses. debris in his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7835,the dust collector for the feldspar process collects fines in a bulk bag. the operator was making adjustments to the bag when operator slipped and fell. operator put left hand out to catch self and caught a finger in the chain drive for the airlock.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -7836,the employee alleges several back pain. is not related to any accident at work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7837,employee moving an electrical motor from #4 screen house to door. he felt a slight burning pain in left groin area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7838,employee was standing on work platform removing lumps from silo using 4 ft. steel bar inserted through porthole. large lump suddenly fell & kicked bar outward. the bar struck the employee in jaw/face areas. employee fell backwards and was caught by safety chain. employee was taken to local hospital.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7839,"while mixing cement for back fill, employee developed a rash on his arms and legs. over time the condition worsened and the doctor placed him on restricted duty on 4/29/08.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7840,"ee was assisting a welder replace plates on scales at the i-164 sand pit, and sometime during the course of the day he received a flash burn which was not identified/noticed until later that night. he went to the er because of a burning feeling. he did not remember ever directly seeing the flash, but did indicate he knew the work was in progress.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -7841,"while shoveling out firebox, employee swung back to get another shovelfull when he hit the side of the firebox on a sharp edge cutting his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7842,ee was cutting tape from a welding lead. he was pulling the knife toward himself instead of cutting in a direction away from his body.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7843,"employee stated that ee was installing a rib bolt on the unit 1 section. while doing so, ee leaned over drill mast to pull drill steel out of the rib. while pulling the steel out ee felt a pop in shoulder and a tingling in arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7844,lifting bag to add lime to water treatment system and he felt something full in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7845,"ee was losoening j bolts on a screen. as one broke free, the ee's left elbow contacted his knee resulting in a contusion of the left elbow. this injury was treated originally as a first aid. m edical complications now make this injury a medical reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,NEC -7846,"ee was servicing the batteries for the ram car. as ee bent down to lift a gallon jug of water, ee twisted causing pain to mid/lower back. ee's doctor gave ee a full release without restrictions until 11-20-18, at which time ee's doctor placed ee on restrictions. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7847,"employee was lifting a korfman chain saw with a hydraulic jack to level it for a cut. he had the jack set in 2 inches of mud, and the jack tilted to one side when it took on the weight of the saw. the machine came toward the wall and pinned him at the knee. injured left knee, chipped small piece of bone on patella, bruised knee area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7848,"ee was attempting to lower 4"" hdp water pipe from the mine roof to the floor. the ee and another were standing the bed of a pickup truck. ee had the pipe resting on their shoulder as the other cut a nylon strap used to secure the pipe to the roof. the pipe shifted causing the ee to fall from the truck. the injuries included: fractured rib and stitches above the eye",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -7849,pulling air tugger up to jip with rope attached. reported feeling a pop in mibble finger knuckle. incident was first reported as a first aid. ee first saw dr. on 01/19/2006.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7850,"employee was opening plastic can with a razor knife & punctured his rt. hand, palm side & received 3 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7851,"the employee was working on 7 east belt line during a belt move. when the employee went to lift up on the roller laying on the ground their back popped and felt sharp pain. the employee was trained, did not violate any laws or company policies, and wearing all appropriate ppe. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7852,"employee was inspecting conveyors belts, found a froze idler, found a bar and tapped the frame of the idler several times and the bar slipped after several attempt, catching the tip of the bar on the next roller downstream, approx. 18"" away, started to pull the bar in and the bar was forced upward into the frame which smashed the employees thumb between the bar and the frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7853,employee was changing hammer tips in the hammer mill which is part of his regular job duties. the shank of the hammer mill dropped down pinching the employee's finger between the disc and the shank. employee received a cut to the ring finger on the left hand which required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7854,employee was carrying box underneath scaffolding.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7855,employee mashed his right hand with a crib block. began missing on 6/20/00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7856,"had quill in 3"" yellow mine water line greased by channel locks and was hitting with hammer. missed channel locks and hit left hand with hammer on back of hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7857,employee was helping with maint. in the prep. plant and had done several little things. he stated he had unhooked a small set of come-alongs and removed them. he felt some pain in his stomach. he went for medical treatment and was told he has a umbilical hernia. these are there from birth and can come out anytime. this must be a illness.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7858,ee had completed mining in the face of no. 1 entry and was tramming the continuous miner outby. the tail of the miner was swung toward the rib. ee was in a bent over position beside the rib wh en he was pinned against the rib by the boom of the continuous miner.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7859,employee was driving a bonding ground rod into ground and smashed left thumb with hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7860,moving concrete block pinched finger between chain and block,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7861,ee was in 5-a taking a bucket of miner bits off of the tool car and dropped the bucket on his right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7862,employee strained his back slugging in 19 pebble mill. he was evaluated by physician taken off from work and a referral was made to another physician. it was made known on september 3 that it was a lost time injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7863,while using a right angle grinder on a flange that had been cut off. individual lost control of the grinder. individual received a cut to his right forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7864,swung a mason hammer while repairing a mandoor and hit his right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7865,"employee was pushing buckets in on the empty side of the tramway, when the dispatcher released two buckets instead of one. employee tried to stop the extra bucket by grabbing ahold of it and slid about 8 feet, trying to hold it back. employee complained of shoulder/arm pain and sought medical attention. employee has been off work since date of injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7866,"ee was removing a wall with a sledge hammer, doing so the ee caught finger between the block and the handle causing a laceration requiring glue. cause of this incident was lack of employee concentration. ppe was not a factor, mining equipment/mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, miner proficiency may have been a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7867,"ee was using a sledge hammer to break up concrete and felt a sharp pain in his side. continued to work for 2 more days, but would fill pain when he turned a certain way. sought medical treatment 5-19-05 and was diagnosed with a strian.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -7868,while greasing the cylinder on the dozer the cylinder head did not appear to be getting the grease. the employee looked over the cylinder head grease fitting and it popped off and struck ee in the right eye,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7869,ee was removing guard on left side of engine compartment on drill rig. felt burning sensation in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7870,"ee started a/c unit and a piece of debris flew out and hit him in right eye. due to the fact the ee was in an enclosed cab, he was not required to wear safety glasses.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7871,employee notified the company on 1/18/2013 of an incident that supposedly happened six days prior. employee stated he backed up and ran over a rock. a proper investigation could not be completed and employee started missing work on 2/13/2013. employee was diagnosed with a cervical strain and ulnar neuropathy and is now compensable and being reported at this time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7872,the employee was assisting/supervising with removal of longwall face conveyor. a chain/hook broke & a piece of the hook struck the employee on the back of his head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7873,employee was in the process of repositioning kiln cover. cover became over-balanced. the cover fell trapping employee's legs between cover and kiln. employee was treated and transferred to hos pital. no broken bones only contusions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7874,"employee was attempting to loosen a nut on the jaw crusher. when the nut broke loose, the 17/8 inch wrench fell out of his hand and struck his head above his left eye, which caused a small cut above his eye which required a few stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7875,ee was helping to move a burner. he pushed the burner to relocate his finger was smashed between a wall and the burner. (4 stitches).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7876,"while lifting rub rail to put back on joy miner, he felt pain in left knee. first day out 3/7/06.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7877,"boarding up shovel ladder to work on house, reached top of ladder, slack came out of retract, pinching left ring finger end between keeper & ladder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7878,"ee was cleaning breakers removing chloroform & ammonidate. this man realized that the exhaust fan was not functioning correctly at this time, noticed more fumes than usual. advised his supervisor of this situation at which time they went to dr to see if any damage occured to his lungs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7879,"employee stated that while helping pick up a timber, he felt a pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7880,"employee was putting up a roof bolt when ee mashed ee's right pinkie (little) finger between a roof bolt and pot of the roof bolter. on 08/11/2017 ee worked 5.5 hours then left to go to the doctor for a follow-up on ee's finger, at which time the doctor took ee off work due to a minimal distal fracture on the tip of ee's right little finger. ee began missing work as of 08/12/2017.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7881,"loading resin onto bolter, left side lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7882,the employee was cutting a piece of belt when the knife slipped and cut employee's leg causing employee to get 3 sutures,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7883,"another employee was using a hammer during a belt set up, the hammer slipped from ee's hand and struck another employee on the right side of the face (cheek). the injured employee sustained a small cut that required sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7884,"in the process of providing a worker with an 8' long 3/4"" rigid conduit, the conduit fell onto concrete. the conduit bounced up toward the injured employee (who was standing about 6' away) str iking his forehead under his hard hat.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7885,"employee stated that he was installing a roof bolt, caught his finger between the mine roof and bolt plate causing a laceration to his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7886,"emp struck top of left hand with 5 lb hammer. seen company doctor on 7/9/08 x-ray negative, first aid given for first week, but then swelling and pain never went away. on 7/14/08 emp was placed on restrictive duty and given a prescription pain med. possible bruised and inflamed tendon in top of hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7887,"cutting belt with belt knife, when pulling knife pulled muscle and tendon in left shoulder and neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7888,"while drilling bolt hole, employee grabbed hold of drill steel twisting his left wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -7889,ie caught left hand (second and third finger) in fan area of roof bolt machine.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -7890,employee struck in face with tubing ring. went to dr. 1/30/15.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7891,standing near welder - flash burn (r) eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -7892,employee was walking up a ramp outside the maintenance shop carrying material to a job site and felt left knee pop and get very warm. knee continued to pop in and out the rest of the day. employee decided to see a doctor on 6-12-12. employee continued to work full time thru 6-27-12. he went in for knee surgery on 6-28-12.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7893,"employee states while holding tube while fellow employee hammered same with bowling pin, he was struck by pin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7894,the employee was lifting rollers into a bin for disposal when he felt pain in his left shoulder. the employee received conservative treatment from the time of the incident to present. it was later determined the employee required surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7895,"employee was servicing a loader and as employee went to climb into the lube truck, felt a pinching in left groin area. as the employee continued with a few more services, the area became more painful the more the employee got in and out of the lube truck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7896,"employee states that the #16 shovel struck the dove tail of the #518 haul truck while being loaded. the validity of this claim was questioned, a 7000-1 was not submitted. we received notification from our insurance carrier that this claim was determined to be compensable; therefore we are now submitting a 7000-1.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -7897,"ee reported: a fall had occurred & he and coworkers were adding timbers at brow of fall. ee was carrying a timber; timber was resting on ee's right shoulder. timber slipped & ee caught it with his left hand, resulting in a tear to the bicep tendon. ee continued to work all scheduled shifts until 3/4/05, when he started missing days.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7898,"individual was lifting a ventilation tube and felt pain in the right shoulder and arm. individual continued to work until 6/28/11, then went off work due to injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7899,"ee was attempting to lift boxes of explosives. as he was turning, ee felt pain in right lower back. ee visited er doctor - prescribed prescription medication and light duty. (ee was loading boxes into truck; boxes weighed 40 lbs. each.)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7900,"removing a fan from a track unit and the wrench slipped, resulting in a cut to the palm of employee's right hand, near thumb area. employee received five (5) stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7901,ee was operating the head drum of the long wall shearer a rock was thrown from the shearer drum striking the ee on the chin and mouth. ee received 2 broken teeth and 2 cracked teeth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7902,operator strained lower back trying to adjust on grinding mill.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7903,"employee was in the process of using a utility knife to cut a piece of conveyor belt. while on his knees, he was pulling the knife with his right hand when the knife slipped and struck his right knee resulting in a laceration that required 3 clamps to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7904,employee was installing roof bolt and slab of rock fell out striking him on shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7905,"employee was hanging 13.8 cable out of tub, 13.8 nip got caught on tub pulling down on cable causing employee left shoulder to be jerked down. employee worked until 1/10/03 then went in for a shoulder operation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7906,per ee hurt - i was helping customer load featherstone on truck. one piece dropped & hit me in the leg (right leg shin). thought it was only a bruise & didn't go to dr until friday 6/21 pm. my leg was swelled up to mid calf & red looking.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7907,ee was moving a 55 gallon drum of anti-freeze during clean-up and splashed liquid on head and then dripped into eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7908,"customer truck driver was closing tailgate when a finger got caught between the tailgate pin and the truck bed resulting in amputation of finger tip, no loss of bone. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7909,team member strained ligaments to left elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7910,worker was standing too close while opening the hood to a kubota tractor. when the hood opened worker thought the hood of tractor was going to hit him in the face so he put his hand up to guard his face causing his hand to hit his mouth and breaking out his bottom tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7911,"employee was replacing the conveyor motor guard, when the guard fell catching his right hand between the guard and rub rail on the contiuous miner, resulting in a fracture to his right ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7912,"employee was working on 308 drill outside the shop. ee was standing on the mast loosening a hydraulic hose, after they broke the hose loose, they stepped down with right foot, left foot was caught under another hydraulic hose and right foot landed on uneven footing causing them to roll the ankle. resulting in a small fracture to the right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -7913,employee was helping load parts to a retriever when he caught his left index finger between two of them mashing his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7914,"employee claims that he was rotating a shaft on teh pulverized bagger witha pair of channel locks when the shaft released suddenly causing him to strike his left elbow against the frame. he w as seen at pro-med clinic and restricted from using his left arm, he is expected to return to work on 5-9-00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7915,"employee was closing bottom of primary valve with turn bar, began spraying caustic, employee jumped to dodge spray, dropped turn bar on l foot, all ppe in place, was treated onsite, cleaned, ice wrapped, ibuprofen, after a week 09/12/2019, bruising and swelling diminished, still painful, trip to occ med shows small fracture of l great toe",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7916,"weldor attempted to remove a wire feed weld ""suitcase"" from the line #2 windbox exhaust fan after a maintenance shutdown. he was in a bent over position and attempted to slide the 45-50# box t oward him. he immediately felt a severe pain back pain and has since been off work for low back pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7917,employee was rib bolting on the left side of the miner in 5b tg. ee grabbed a roof strap from the top of the miner and flipped it so ee could slide it over to the right side of the miner. ee's right pinky finger got stuck in the tip-out bolt hole when ee flipped the strap. diagnosed with a fracture to ee's right pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7918,while hitting drill steel against the roof bolter platform the drill bit and insert came out and struck employee in the face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7919,"employee was using a tool to clean out a blockage in the lime feed to the flouride tank when he scraped his right arm, and the lime slurry caused an irritation to that area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -7920,ee was prescribed physical therapy after injuring his shoulder while climbing down the ladder of the hitachi hydraulic shovel with a full grease pail.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7921,"ee was sweeping a concrete slab, when the metal handle on the broom folded. ee continued to use the broom when the damaged area on broom pinched his left pinky finger (tip) and caused a laceration that required seven stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7922,he was attempting to build brattice and when he was twisting and turning to throw blocks over towhere the brattice was to be constructed he injured his rib area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7923,"operating roof bolter drilling hole in mine roof. after completing the depth of the first auger, lowered boom, added second drill steel, began the rotation and overpressurized the upward thrust. when the drill bit contacted undrilled roof, the drill steel bent spun around stiking his right wrist resulting in a contusion. he worked all shifts until 3/15/07, missing work days.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7924,"the employee was in the process of removing a screen bearing housing from a shaft.  while attempting to get a chain mule hooked up, the housing slipped off the shaft.  the bearing housing was secured and hanging by a chain fall. the bearing housing slipped off and swung to the left and caught the employees left hand between the bearing housing and the timing gear shaft.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7925,miner was anchoring a splice station and pinched finger between the drill steel and were it inserts into the drill.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7926,"employee was tightening upper bolts on breaker plates using a 3/4"" ratchet in a tight area. the ratchet slipped out of the socket and with the force trying to tighten it, smashed his right hand pinky finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7927,employee was pulling a rope attached to a water suction hose and they felt their wrist pop. they were diagnosed with a wrist sprain. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7928,employee was center bolting in the 7 left 5 south section when a 5 foot section of auger stuck in the hole he was drilling. he started to install the second steel and the stuck auger fell from the hole pinching finger between the steels.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7929,knife river miners were replacing a screen. our sales representative was on site. he was on site to provide technical assistance. he was struck in the head by the feeder box. ems was notified and responded. a knife river operator notified msha within 15 minutes. injured person was taken to the hospital where he then passed away.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7930,"employee was pulling cable which had yellow rope hanger wrapped around the cable with tension on hangers. ee took one hanger loose; the other hanger was bent somewhat, hook-end came loose & struck ee in the nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7931,was knocking troughing roller back with 16 lb hammer when roller stuck injured on left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7932,"employee was pulling on cable, when the cable caught on a chunk and employee felt pain in his lower abdomen. employee had hernia surgery on 2/15/07 and began missing work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7933,trying to replace a bad hand brake when the brake fell crushing ee's lt index fingertip and causing an avulsion of skin,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7934,"ee reported that he was using a cutting torch hestated that as he moved out of the way of a co worker, he did not see a ladder because he stillhad on his dark goggles. his arm brushed the ladder causing arm to move across his body. the torch brushed across his left cheek, burning him",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7935,lifting chain guard on belthead felt burning and pain in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7936,employee was loading machine with stone and felt pain in his back. restricted duty assigned. **employee did not report injury or seek treatment until 9/15/08.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7937,"employee was using a drill press to drill 1-1/2 inch hole, bit was slipping so employee was using a chuck to tighten. employee stepped to the right to get a better position and hit the foot actuator, turning the drill bit and chuck. employee had two stitches in hand as a result.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7938,employee strained back while picking up haul truck wheel chocks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7939,"victim was holding wedges while they were being driven w/hammer by another ee, victim was struckby a glancing blow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7940,a shop attendant was securing an access ladder to an engine area after he had washed the area for a pm. he was in the process of pinning the ladder up. he released his grasp on the ladder to grab the pin. the ladder swung down and lacerated his right ear lobe. the laceration required 7 sutures to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7941,cutting metal on bucket metal popped off cutting left hand little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7942,unknown - possible illness related to natural causes. pending doctor's diagnosis.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Unclassified, insufficient data" -7943,while rotating rock on the conveyor the rock came in contact with the splitter and chips and dust were knocked off and irritated the eye. employee reported eye problem on 2/22/08.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7944,"employee was changing wheel unit on shuttle car, he was using an allen wrench to remove bolts. in removing the bolts he felt pain in his shoulder and the pain increased as he removed the next bolt after allen wrench slipped. this has been a chronic situation with employee, this is being deemed an illness.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7945,"employee was standing 8' away from co-worker using a sledge hammer to pound a bit insert into miner drum, when a sliver of metal flew & struck the back of his right hand. *sutures to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7946,"the operator of sse 105 / gehl forklift finished filling the def (diesel exhaust fluid) tank, reached up with left hand to close the door covering the def tank and battery box, not realizing right thumb was hanging over the enclosure the door smashed the tip of thumb causing a laceration which required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7947,manpower employee used a battery operated circular saw to cut cardboard for sample labeling. ee cut left thumb with saw.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7948,employee stated that he had a rib channel lying against the roof bolter when it fell over and struck him in the mouth requiring 2 stitches to his lip. employee returned to work on the next shift. a safety meeting was conducted with employees to prevent similar occurrence.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7949,"while loading a vent tube into the bucket of the 3 1/52 scoop, the employee smashed left index finger between the tube and the bucket of the scoop, causing a laceration which required 11 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7950,"ee was removing bearing race from trunion bearing. hammer slipped off chisel and hit left thumb, injuring thumb and nail. fractured end of thumb below last joint.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7951,ee was chiseling a piece of stone with a hammer when ee hit right hand with the hammer. ee felt ee would be okay the day of injury and then reported the pain wasn't going away a week later.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7952,"splitting rock slab, slab broke and caught index finger as it slipped to the ground.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7953,right thumb got caught in the loader door.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7954,ee was pounding on south crusher at secondary. the head of the sledgehammer missed the object and the handle hit the wedge causing it to pinch his finger. laceration (stitches) to left index f inger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7955,injured was cutting the outer jacket from a cable. injured was using a razor knife. the knife slipped striking injured on the tip of his left index finger resulting in a laceration requiring 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7956,tread was coming down rollers; had crack in it that ee did not see. fingers got caught between rollers and treads which cut his fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7957,employee threw a 32# piece of shovel wear plate into the back of a pick up truck and felt soreness in his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7958,"ee was removing/demobing paste pipe. while removing the pipe, it fell, striking the ee on the right foot. seen at er, diagnosed with crush injury, referred for mri. mri and subsequent x-ray identified two small fractures, ee released to restricted duty that site can accommodated. referred for orthopedic consult. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7959,employee was pulling welding lead to roll up when it hung up on a piece of equipment and he heard a pop in his right shoulder. he tore muscle in right shoulder and has been restricted until swelling goes down.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7960,"piece of draw rock fell on back of right arm. (sent to hospital to x-ray 9/16/04 but did not get done until 9/17/04. per employee - no breaks, just sprained per x-ray.)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7961,pulling miner cable over when he felt something pull in his right shoulder. doctor took him off work effective 3/31/08.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7962,"employee was using a cutting torch cutting bolts off of screw, the nut fell off and burned through employees pant leg and in to his boot, burning his foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7963,"ee was pinning 6x right. he was on his 6th row, fist pin. he put steel in roof but could not clear second steel. he moved boom to clean bottom up and caught his hand on bottom of steel he was holding in roof between steel and canopy.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7964,he was lifting a cutting edge to be mounted on loader bucket. lifted improperly and hurt lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7965,"while assisting with dredge repairs, sheave fell on right foot just beyond the steel toe insert of the boot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7966,"trimming belt fingers, knife slipped and cut left thumb through glove",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7967,"while loosening bolts to remove screen, felt a pop in his groin area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7968,"employee was unrolling a tarp on a train car and went to loosen a ratchet strap, while doing so ee released the hand crank which struck ee in the lip. ee received 3 stitches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7969,emp injured lower back while picking up a hydraulic wrench.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7970,installing pump in entry 1.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7971,injured was dropping miner cable when a hook on the rope hanger caught his hand between his fingers and cut his hand. required 5 stitches to close wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7972,"on oct 14, 2009 ee was breaking the banding on a bundle of roof bolts when the banding came up and struck his right forearm. ee was administered first aid and then went to summersville memorial hospital for treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7973,"injured was packing i-beams for undercast, cutting his arm on the corner of the beam. the injured received stitches for the laceration making this a reportable incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7974,hernia when lifting a bead flange for a cat 980,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7975,"after making delivery, driver uncovered 3""hose from storage tank. he failed to releave pressure by uncoupling one side at a time, as trained 2 weeks prior. once uncoupled the hose flew back striking him in the upper lip causing a deep laceration. he sought immediate treatment by private transportation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7976,"the employee lifted the middle section of a 40' 4"" hdpe pipe to move it closer to the rib and felt a pop in right bicep. the employee injured the tendon that attaches to the upper bicep muscle. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7977,"trammed miner against himself, pinning against rib.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7978,employee was adjusting a belt head roller when a bolt securing a mounting plate broke and struck him in the mouth causing a laceration requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7979,was at 141 shield on the 1 west lw face. cleaning dirt off of vertical pin that hooks to panline. a piece of broken pin with sharp metal edge was lying under dirt. sharp edge cut through glove and small finger to 2nd knuckle ( 2 inches long). 8-9 stitches were needed to close laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7980,ee lifting the travel-side return idler bracket after splicing conveyor belt. idler shaft had not fully set in bracket & slipped out. sudden release carried bracket to ee's face chipping a tooth--required dental repair.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7981,"ee was coupling drill steel together and caught thumb between joints of steel, clipping the end of his left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7982,three employees were dislodging the terciary air duct at the second floor of the preheater tower. when they opened the duct gate hot material flushed away. at the same time ee was passing underneath the duct when the hot material reached his feet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -7983,employee was setting on the floor and was using his foot to push a piece of metal. his foot slipped and he pulled a muscle in his calf.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -7984,was grinding off excess weld and used air to blow grindings from work area space. a small metal shaving debris slipped around face shield and safety glasses. injury sustained in lt. eye from the debris causing an abrasion. ee sought medical attention to remove the debris.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7985,was getting tool from mechanic truck #826 when left knee according to him made popping sound and became very painful. could not put his weight on it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7986,"while stripping cable with a knife, the miner cut his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7987,"the employee was in the process of building a stopping. he bent over to pick up a block and received a laceration on his right forearm from one of the metal bands, the block comes bundled in. the laceration required 6 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -7988,"while operating the continuous miner, a piece of rock flew back striking the employee on right side of neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -7989,"while using a 4"" grinder to clean handrail, employee lost control of grinder. the wheel cut through his glove causing a half-inch laceration on his right hand between the thumb and forefinger. grinder was properly guarded, switch was of non-locking type.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -7990,"on the date of the alleged incident, the illness was not reported. the employee complained of discomfort in back, due to lifting a jack out of a pickup truck, days later. through medical evaluations and ultimately surgery on back to relieve pressure on a disc, it was determined to be a disorder due to repeat trauma and established as work related on july 12th",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -7991,"a tra man reported on 1/3/14 feeling a slight pull in his lower back and right hamstring muscle after using a maul to open an underflow valve under #30 precipitator. he reported pull as minor, and said he was in no discomfort. he worked sat.& sun. night. on 1/8/14, he complained of pain & was sent to medical, seen by physician for hamstring pain with ""avoid maul use"" restriction.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -7992,ee was bolting back of his stope when small rock burst dropped a 3'x3'x1' slab from corner of face-landing on ee s left foot. medical x ray were negative on 6-30-00-x rays 7-24 revealed fractu re.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7993,"the employees were working on a 150 lbs. head tank frame that was sitting on the walkway grating. as they went to move the frame, ee #1 noticed welding rods and attempted to move them as ee #2 moved the frame and pinched ee #1's middle finger, right hand, between the frame and the grating. as a result the fleshy end of the finger was cut requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -7994,"during motion on lower a vertical bent section, injured worked contacted the edge of an exposed angle iron. injured worker received a laceration on his left forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -7995,the employee was working in the machine shop trying to move an overhead crane wheel that was lying on the floor when he felt pain in his left hip and lower back. the employee was given a prescription on 7/21/08 to begin physical therapy on 7/24/08.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -7996,employee was roof bolting when he noticed some loose rock. he turned around to get a pry bar from the top of the bolter. the rock fell as he was turning around & struck him on the back of the head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -7997,right hand near ring finger got pinched between roller and conveyor belt clamp.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7998,working on a suction valve in the booster pump house with a hammer. while pounding he missed and his finger was pinched between the handle and a bolt for the valve. he was treated for a tuft fracture and splinted to protect the area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -7999,gear tooth broke on hydraulic motor causing the tire manipulator to jump striking employee on the right side of the body.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8000,employee states while bolting in #8 entry on #2 unit hand was pinched between first and second steel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8001,employee was manually lifting mast of light tower via crank mechanism. safety latch on crank mechanism broke while employee was attempting to adjust grip. upon the latch breaking crank handle spun at a high speed and struck employee's left hand as employee attempted to bring it under control.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8002,lifted a rock that was too heavy and twisted at the waist feeling a pain on the left side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8003,employee was putting a roller on a d10r when the jack slipped letting the roller fall and smash his left ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8004,ee strained his right knee accessing plant stairways/ladders-filed first report of injury 4-21-15. was treated by a physician 4-28-15 and placed on light duty pending further treatments and follow-up.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8005,employee was removing a pin to unhook the motor from a roof bolter it was towing. when he pulled on the pin the bolter shifted causing the pin to shift smashing his middle and ring finger on his left hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8006,"the accident victim had damaged the miner cable with miner bumper. as he was sitting on the mine floor holding the cable during the cable repair, a piece of material struck him on the right wrist and hand. the material struck him on a brace that he was wearing from a previous injury that occurred at home.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8007,"ee advised he has been diagnosed with a hernia and needs surgery. he can relate no specific incident, but feels it is the result of repetitive heavy lifting over time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Unclassified, insufficient data" -8008,"mill mechanic was cleaning out clogged airhose when clog loosened, causing airhose to whip around. material from the clog blew under his safety glasses, into his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8009,employee was loading a bulk truck when cement leaked from the rubber hose and got in his left eye. this caused some burning and the employee was taken off work by the doctor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8010,ee was cutting the v belts off of a crusher with a razor knife. the blade slipped after cutting the belt and cut his left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8011,"employee attempted to push open control room door with fist of right hand and broke glass, cutting back of hand. 5 stiches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8012,"ee was operating a roof bolter in the crosscut between the #5 & #6 entry on the helper side. hisdrill became lodged while drilling the top. while retrieving the drill steel, a piece of rock me asuring 12""x 12""x 12"" fell striking him on righthand, little finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8013,"while cleaning the rocks off the jaw crusher, a rock rolled down and hit the employee's finger resulting in three stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -8014,"tearing down crusher wrapping cords, taking out the plywood for the ramp, deblocking, move conveyor and picking up. did have safety glasses on.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8015,injured was helping change conveyor through rollers and cut his left hand on sharp edge of roller as roller slipped from his grasp. injured was wearing gloves and still cut palm of hand. he needed stitches to close laceration. he lost no time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8016,"mechanic was assisting the welder in picking up a plate of metal (4'x10'x1/2""). two plates were stacked on top of each other on the ground. employee tried to lift top plate so the forks of the bobcat could slide under top plate. when ee attempted to lift this plate, ee heard a popping sound from the lower right side of back. employee collapsed onto the ground in pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8017,employee was welding and somehow got slag in left eye,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8018,ee was removing metal banding on hand rail of tunnel conveyor with a cresent wrench. the wrench slipped and the banding cut his left hand index finger requiring 4 stitches and a tetnus shot. a proper cutting tool and gloves would have prevented the injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8019,putting a pallet in a rock car he felt something pull in his left bicep. injured continued to work his normal job until 1/23/08 when he began losing time for left bicep repair surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8020,"employee was splitting rock on stone splitter. had hand on top of rock, hit the table tooth reset lever to bounced the table up and pinched fingers in between the rock and splitter teeth. caused lacerations and fingertip fracture to right middle and index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -8021,ee was installing a guard on line 12 when dirt fell from above entering into his left eye. he and an emt flushed the eye with no relief so was seen at an emergency room where he was evaluated & prescribed prescription eye medication. he returned to work full duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8022,employee stated that he had taken the drill steel out of the drill pot & stood it on the roof bolter platform. after installing the roof bolt he was removing the wrench as he was lowering the drill pot & at the same time the roof bolter mast caught the drill steel & bent it like a bow pinching his rt.index finger on top of the drill wrench. fractured & lacerated rt. index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8023,ee had raised empty box on dump truck and released tailgate. tailgate did not property released so ee attempted to manually release tailgate when got fingers pinched between tailgate and tailgate spreader chain. contact resulted in lacerations to left hand index and middle fingers which required stitches. ee was treated at local hospital and released.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8024,pulling on belt stand and pulled something in stomach ruptured hernia will require surgery started missing work 1-25-02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8025,ee was climbing ladder behind another ee who's spud wrench fell out of his pocket striking bottom ee in the mouth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8026,ie was struck on the left little finger by a hammer while making a belt splice.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8027,"while trying to cement casing, ee was making cement, he clipped an open razor knife to his belt. when he bent down to get a bucket of soda ash, he cut his left forearm on open blade.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8028,"while using a ram for pushing a major bogie pin into place on 512 dozer. he was adjusting push bolts and holding the ram in place to push the pins in place. the ram dropped and hit his middl e finger on his left hand, smashing it between the ram and the cribbing.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8029,"employee was getting in foreman's pickup. while putting lunch bucket in back of truck, employee said felt something pop in left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8030,"cleaning a chute at the lime plant using a dead-blow mallet, a square-point, short-handled shovel, and an air wand employee attempted to use hand to remove a larger piece of material. this task requires the motor to continue to run to allow for more free-falling material to be moved into the chute until the hopper is empty/clear.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -8031,"employee reports while changing a bit, she put the bit box in the deck plate and smashed her right index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8032,ee was removing a piece of drawrock from the top of the sheer when his left hand slipped allowing it to go into the drawrock causing a small laceration to palm of hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8033,ee was trying to loosen a nut and mashed his finger in between wrench and side of crusher.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8034,employee was dropping high-line from the top. as he dropped the high-line he got his ring finger on his left hand caught in a hook of high-line hanger causing a laceration in his finger. received 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8035,prying a nose bar on a sag mill feed when pry bar slipped and dropped nose bar on finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8036,ie was putting guides that move the hoist cable in. while setting the guide on the red car ee twisted ee's wrist. ie finished ee's shift and did not seek medical attention until 4-12-21.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8037,"starting the load out screen, the ee got lime in his eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8038,"employee alleges he was using a box cutter to cut the tape off of a flex hose so that he could use the 4"" flex hose. the tape was holding a 3"" hose and 4"" hose together. cutter slipped and cut top of left hand. cut required sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8039,employee had hand caught between a rock and the side of a hopper causing a laceration to ee's right index finger which required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8040,employee was pushing & pulling stone through the splitter and he began to feel pain in the back of his left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8041,employee was removing a race from a bearing when a metal fragment hit him on the upper lip and damaged his front tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8042,"employee was currently receiving physical therapy for a degenerative disk disorder. while working on a shuttle car on 4/23/20, employee felt pain in lower back. employee continued to work until 4/25/20 when ee elected to seek further medical treatment. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8043,as employee was trying to close a filter press he states that the air motor broke off the mount. when the motor fell off it struck the air valve causing it to open and energizing the bull gear. the ratchet swung around striking the employee on the left hand. x-ray revealed fracture of two fingers in his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8044,ee was cutting steel with a torch when hot slag fell into ear canal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8045,injured employee (ie) was helping to charge a raw mill with steel balls and was tightening the chain on a morse drum handler when he felt the pain. he wanted a report filled out but did not seek medical attention until 8/16/2011.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8046,observing bolting operations when a piece of rock came down hitting his left hand which was on top of bolter.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8047,"employee was pulling toolbox around truck to begin work, heard and felt a pop in his left shoulder and felt immediate pain. placed on restricted duty pending mri. diagnosed with tear to rotator cuff, biceps tendon, labrum.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8048,ee lacerated his left 4th finger when his wrenchslipped and he struck his hand on a rod. sutureswere used.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8049,"employee was exiting hyundai hx300 company #e-8 excavator. when ee went to come down off the track, ee felt the ball of ee's left foot become sore. ee went to the emergency room to get checked, and they said ee has a possible fracture and needs to see an orthopedic doctor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8050,removing hydraulic cylinder pins on backhoe pinscoming out very hard with a sledge hammer so ee used jack hammer to remove pins. after pins wereout notiticed numbness and received diagnoses on 4-1-03,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8051,pulling a rock off of a belt and his hand slipped.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8052,the injured hit the headlight on his water truck to try to adjust it. the light broke and cut his wrist requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8053,employee stated that he was attempting to turn a ball valve on the suction side of a dewatering pump when he experienced pain in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8054,"employee was cutting plates/ties loose from track, with a torch, to remove it from the mines. once the track was cut loose it rolled over on the employee's feet. bruising his left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -8055,drilling a bolt hole and smashed right middle finger between drill pot and drill steel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8056,"employee's work crew hit a ""gas pocket"" while cutting a section of catwalk. employee got sick at the smell and was removed to fresh air outside. this request is being submitted to terminate citation no. 8820578 and should not be construed as an admission that the matters described herein constitute a reportable accident, injury, or illness.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8057,employee was replacing guard on 50 hp motor with help of second employee. during the next work day employee complained of left shoulder pain claiming it was from replacing the motor guard.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8058,while moving a hinged gear cover ee put his fingers in the hinged opening. upon lifting the cover it closed on his finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8059,he was working to tear down the crusher set-up to move to another location. he was pulling the cords on the gen set. he felt a pain in his left side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8060,"moving rb cable, ee was holding the cable and ee releaed cable hanger, hanger hit ee on the nouth area and boke his tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8061,employee was using a hand held electric metal cutting saw to cut a piece of metal. the saw kicked back and struck employee on the upper leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8062,assembly of motor when part slipped catching his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8063,"employee was jackhammering a concrete footing. the footing had been excavated. a piece of concrete the employee was hammering broke off causing the hammer to drop down into the excavation. the employee stretched, partially tore, his trepezius muscle in his right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8064,ee was assisting in the tubing of the hole. ee's left 4th finger was caught between the drilling tube and the carbide edge of the drill bit when the tube suddenly bouyed up due to the water table. ee suffered lacerations to the finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8065,mine ops employee was helping pick up a drill cable using the bailer. employee was on deck and assuring the cable went into the real straight. he had one hand guiding the cable and the other hand on the hand rail. the bail swung pinching his finger between the bail and the hand rail. employee received antibiotics for infection.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8066,ee was lifting on a board that was being used as a form for a small concrete pad that was to be poured. ee noticed discomfort in his shoulder. ee was seen by a doctor on 5-13-2015 and has a follow up appointment on 6-18-2015.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8067,"employee picked up 5 gallon bucket full of material, and felt pain in his back, no lost work days, no restrictive duties no longer employed with zeotech corporation",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8068,"ee was changing engine belts on the water truck (unit 118).he dropped a socket and turned to grab it between the bumper and tire. when he tried to grab it he said ""i felt something in my back pull"".",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8069,employee was cutting a piece of clear curtain to hang up. the knife slipped and ee cut left little finger requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8070,ee was operating the head shear end. while cutting the face the drum threw a rock that hit ee's left finger that had been resting on the panline backboard.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8071,"ee was attempting to throw a rock approx. 2' x 1'x 4"" behind him from the face when the rock caught on his glove causing his right hand to contact another rock on the ground breaking his right ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8072,employee thumb was caught in a hand operated cable crimping tool. crush injury to left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8073,"employee was lifting a 5 gallon pail of oil from the back of a pickup truck to take to the oil containment area when he felt pain in his neck. he sought medical attention, diagnosed with a neck strain and is currently on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8074,the ee was using a high pressure sprayer. the ee was spraying inside riser. inside the riser a chunk of material fell striking the end of the sprayer inside the port. this sudden action jerked his shoulders. at the time of the occurrence the ee did not wish to seek medical treatment. he was sent to see the doctor on 7/16/04 and placed on modified duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8075,"employee was loading plastic water line. it slipped out of his coworkers hand resulting in the weight pushing his hand (right hand) into a bundle of 6"" by 10"" plates causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8076,employee was using a pick to remove a guard and tail pulley that was frozen in the mud. he hit his left elbow on the hopper but continued picking on the guard. he then hit his right index finger on the guard. it was bleeding so he wrapped it in a paper towel. he came in and put a band aid on it because it was bleeding. he then went to lunch and returned to work after lunch.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8077,ee was moving bearings to a low shelf; when ee stood up ee said ee's back popped and ee had a hard time standing. ee said it felt like it was knotting up and was very painful. ee went home to rest and texted later that ee was going to make an appointment with a chiropractor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8078,"employee was attempting to unplug a chute going to a bucket elevator with a piece of flatbar. the flatbar contacted a moving elevator bucket, causing the piece of flatbar to jar, causing a laceration to his rt. hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8079,"ee was cutting the straps from dripper lines with a razor knife. he cut toward his left arm, cutting his left forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8080,the miner was changing an oil filter on a haul truck. when the filter released from the truck the miner pulled a muscle in his groin. no damage or impairment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8081,injured was moving c.m. cable out of roadway. he was standing bent over reaching to his left and pulling to his right when he felt and heard a pop in his back. ee stated he lay there for approx. 5 min before was able to get up. stated he was still having excrucrating pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8082,"injured was rib bolting in 4 east off the miner. when the steel was extracted from the hole, the steels wouldn't separate. ee put gloved left hand on the end of the steel and tried to extract with the hydraulic feed, but hit the wrong direction and pinched fifth phalange between the drill steel and the hole in the coal rib, resulting in a laceration requiring 16 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8083,had wrench on drill bit and was using rotation of drill to loosen. wrench slipped mashing tip of right thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8084,"employee was tramming dozer towards parking lot when he was blinded by the sun. the dozer dropped over a hump, hitting the blade and causing the dozer to stop abruptly. ee hit his head on cab of dozer (11 stitches to forehead.)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -8085,employee was helping another employee move an empty filing cabinet from the outside hoist cage to the office hallway. while they were moving it the employee cut ee's finger on the bottom lip of the filing cabinet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8086,ee was removing filter bags from a baghouse. dust was raised and irritated his eyes. he was wearing safety glasses with side shields. dust couldnot be removed at plant with eye wash. ee was ta ken to optometrist where his eyes were irrigatedand he was diagnosed with a scratched cornea.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8087,employee was lifting auger out of truck bed and back began to hurt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8088,employee was drilling a hole through a plate on an elevator and was positioned at an awkward angle which lead to ee pulling/straining a muscle. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8089,"the ee was hoisting a vessel flight, as he grabbed the flight, the nylon choker slipped pinching the index, middle, and ring fingers of his lt. hand, causing an avulsion type injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8090,"ee was loading bundles of roof bolts onto a roof bolting machine. as he lifted a bundle of bolts he pulled his shoulder and neck. there was no impairment of mining operation or any damage to m ining equipment. the injury did not involve any aspect of compliance, job skills, miner proficiency, training, attitude or protective items. not using proper lifting tech. could have contribu",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8091,"driver was going to put oil in his truck, when he bent over and picked up bucket of oil, he hurt his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8092,"ee was attempting to break free a frozen highwall miner catherd on the add car by striking the cathead against the add car. in the process he smashed his right index finger, between the cathead and the add car. first aid was adminstered and he was transported to summersville memorial hospital for treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8093,accidentally bumped the air arc trigger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -8094,"loosened bolts to drop jack. jack fell by itself and hit on left shoulder see attached as to why not reported til now (went to dr 7/24/06 for x ray-negative, mri 7/31/06 with result, physical therapy because he was still having problem with his left shoulder. therapy start 8/21/06, go back to dr 9/14/06. accident did not report until dr ordered physical thearpy)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8095,"victim strained his left shoulder pulling board off of tray to make up roof bolt while roof bolting at the face. he began missing work on september 20, 2005 making this injury reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8096,ee was filling up an oil tank on a truck. a plastic cap off of an air pump blew off and hit ee in left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8097,was breaking rocks with rock breaker when the breaker slid off a rock and the sudden movement forward and backward along witht he worn seat caused a strain/ sprain in employee's lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -8098,"victim was hanging his shuttle car cable at a new location, when he stated he felt pain in his lower back. he worked the shift and did not miss any work. later the pain became worse and he saw a doctor on his day off. he has a bulging disc in his lower back. victim has not missed work at this time, but is on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8099,"employee was using a cutting wheel to cut a piece of pipe, felt something in right eye. didn't report injury to supervisor until 9:30 a.m. next day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8100,"employee was helping carry a tail roller with 3 other men. he bent over to lift it threw the stopping as he did so he felt a pop and a burning sensation in his lower back. he was transported t o the hospital that day, he went to specialist and returned to work on the next available shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8101,employee was untying a piece of metal when it came loose and struck him in the chest and chin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8102,putting lubricant in planetary of l270 loader using air operated pump. pump developed air leak and stopped working. employee was trying to find the air leak when piston came down pinching 2 fingers on ee's right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -8103,"injured was cleaning out under some conveyor belts using a water hose when water deflected onto injured's face an into right eye. injured was wearing safety glasses at the time. injured went to dr. on 10/19/21, diagnosed with a corneal abrasion. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8104,"ee did not report accident until 10/3/02 (on the job accident) the ee finished his shift on 9-23-02, said he got up the next day and was sore. went tot he dr and was told he had a strained muscle. this was a work related accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8105,ee stated that he was changing conveyor belt structure out when he felt pain in his lower back. ee went to the e.r.dr where it was determined that he had suffered a lower back strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8106,removing catwalk from conveyor. the conveyor had been set on the ground. employee cut the bolts holding the catwalk in order to remove it. they then began to remove the remaining pieces of the bolts that were still supporting the catwalk. when the last piece was removed the catwalk shifted and pinned the left hand against the frame of the conveyor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8107,"employee, motorman had a car off track & was in the process of using air bags & lifting jack to put trucks back on track. he was using a bar to lift wheel over the rail, when the car shifted & fell & struck his left hip area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8108,ee was cribbing in the return and as he moved a pallet he strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8109,"allegedly, ee was changing a drill rod of the drilling machine and felt pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8110,"looking over top crib on belt line and crib fell down smashing left index finger. compliance rules/regs not a factor, ppe was not a factor, mining equipment/system was not a factor, miner profiency was a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8111,"while bolting on continuous miner, a bit bucket started to fall off of miner. when ee was pushing bucket back on miner, a roof bolt plate fell hitting his rt. hand, pushing his hand into bretb y. miner operator was retracting head of miner causing bretby to pinch his rt. little finger between brestby and bretby cover.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8112,ee was fixing the slide to the screens. he was cutting a new piece of belting when the exacto knife slipped and cut his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8113,"employee was bending over to pick up a wooden crib block when they felt a pain in abdomen. ee did not begin missing work until 07/29/21. it did not involve any equipment or compliance issues. it also did not involve job skills, proficiency, training, ppe or protective devices.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8114,he was loading 4 inch thick concrete blocks into a scoop. one block slipped and caught his left hand against the bucket side board.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8115,he is a welder helper after he had gotten off work at 2:30 a.m. he went home and then around 5:00 a.m. his eyes started hurting. he had gotten a flash burn. he received a prescription for his eyes,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -8116,mechanic was rotating a carrier roller on a dozer with the track suspended with hoist. the chainslippedon track catching his right hand between roller & track,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8117,"shoveling mud out of take up at #4 head-drive, injured left shoulder. return to work 2/21/2007. worked until 8-14-07, had surgery on his left shoulder 8-15-2007.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8118,"ee was tightening a hydraulic fitting with an 18"" adjustable wrench, when wrench slipped off and struck ee in the mouth, bruising lip and breaking off a piece of a front tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8119,inj picked up bundle of bolts & twisted with load & felt pain in back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8120,was roof bolting on a full face miner when a rock fell & hit his left hand lacerating it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8121,"on 9/21/16, evidence suggests that the victim, an experienced mechanic, may have been attempting to remove or loosen the top drive power head, spindle cap on the drill machine to replace damaged seals by attempting to use a pipe wrench and hydraulics of the drill machine, which are controlled by levers in cab next to platform. victim struck in torso by pipe wrench. no eyewitness.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8122,"employee was operating the bobcat inside and outside the baghouse, removing piles of ckd dust that had built up. ee said that he noticed his eye was feeling irritated. at some point in time, dust flew beneath his safety glasses and entered his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8123,"ee had installed two rows of bolts in break from #4 to #3 entries without incident on six mile (013mmu). after t-bar has been set, he was positioning the head to drill rib bolt when a piece of rock hit him in the forehead.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8124,roof bolter operator was preparing to install an outside bolt in the row. he placed the bolt over his canopy and pulled down to bend it and felt a sharp pain in his lower left abdomen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8125,injured was bending a pin that had been placed in the top to align it back into the roof bolter rotation pot. the pin slipped causing ee to strain ee's left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8126,raised stub jack up causing canopy to come down on head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8127,"employee was chipping slag from a weld with a hammer. a piece of the slag penetrated his left wrist. he visited the doctor and the incident was initially treated as a first aid. upon returning to the doctor (8/17/05) for a follow up visit, the doctor recommended the piece of metal be removed. the metal was removed on 8/19/05 and a stitch was placed over the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8128,employee was on conveyor cutting belt with a chop saw when he slipped and the chop saw fell on his left hand. employee received surgery to repair tendons in hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8129,miner was cutting with torches and hot oil blew back burning the miner.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8130,the employee was standing on a step ladder changing the oil in a 210 komatsu truck. he was leaning against the truck frame on his right side and felt pain in his right side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8131,employee was pulling stone from conveyor to stone splitter when a piece of stone fell approximately 6 inches onto his hand and fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8132,"miner was assisting in pouring cement, miner was wearing knee high rubber boots which were duck taped to pants at some point cement came in contact with pants making them wet. approx. 1 hour of work and miner noticed skin irritation, first aid did not nullify irritation. miner was sent to hospital for chemical burns of mid leg region",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8133,an employee dropped a small piece of ar plate on the side of their knee causing a laceration that required 6 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8134,"he was using a ratchet to loosen bolt, when the ratchet slipped and spun around striking left finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8135,"employee was working overhead cleaning out 2d dust collector pipe, when dust/material blew into his left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8136,ee was shoveling belt when he felt pain in his upper groin area. pain and swelling in upper groin. hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8137,ee was inspecting ee's equipment. the ee was lowering the door on the mixer when ee felt something strike chin resulting in a cut that required 4 stitches. ee released to full duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8138,employee lacerated the middle finger on right hand while installing a brash bushing into a journal. employee was taken to the hospital and was treated and released without restrictions. the physician prescribed antibiotic medication.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8139,employee was removing rock from the crusher when a rock slipped & caught his thumb between it and another rock.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8140,employee was welding conveyor parts. no immediate sign of injury. overnight employee had sharp pain to eyes. medical report state injury as flashburns. employee was wearing safety glases.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -8141,"employee is a welder, ee was doing normal repair work, grinding, torching and welding. ee thought ee had dirt in right eye, we had wind and dirty conditions. ee was wearing eye protection at all times. went to weekend urgent care and had steel removed from eye. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8142,"the employee was putting dust collector bags in a dust collector. while inserting the bag over the ventura, dust fell from the top of the dust collector into his eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8143,"cut right middle finger with knife, required sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8144,injured employee was standing next to chute. as the chute was cut the chute moved pinching employees finger against steel beam.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8145,the employee cut his left middle finger while trying to cut a lock from the #74 plant cat.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8146,"material buildup against clean out door, pulled clean out door pin w/pry bar. pressure release against door threw pry bar. hit worker on right side of head, scalp cut above ear just below hard hat. stitches required to close wound, no other damage, no impairment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8147,ee was rolling an oversize rock off conveyor and pinched r ring finger against conveyor. laceration and fracture to tip of finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8148,the employee was moving a roll of shrink wrap from a pallet to the forklift. he has had soreness but did not ask to see a doctor until 9/22/09. did not become lost time until 9/23/09.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8149,while removing secondary screens one of the screens shifted and struck employee on right index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8150,"on the morning of the 13th ee was climbing down off d11 dozer, when he slipped and hurt his knee. worked all week on it and on monday the 20th reported it. took off tuesday the 21st and is still off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8151,"ee was cleaning a blockage on the kiln feedshelfwith air lances. he was wearing ppe, but when helifted the face plate hot dust entered his eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8152,"ee was operating a walk-through bolter, installing roof bolts in the #2l face. during the process of drilling the hole, the drill steel became stopped up with dust and ee did not let off of the boom/rotation pressure quickly enough, resulting in the steel bending and striking ee in the left side of the face. ee began missing time on 11-21-17.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8153,"worker was lifting flyght pump onto deck of jumbo operator's compartment. the pump slipped from right hand and fell onto left hand, pinching little finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8154,ee was operating roof bolting machine when a loose rock fell from the mine roof striking his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8155,electrician was pulling on wires to connect to new motor for #1 mill when he felt pain in his lower back. reportable due to rwds and a number of dr appointments.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8156,injured employee was using a sinking hammer (drill) to drill holes for slope track anchors. he felt a pain in his abdomen. dr. determined he has an abdominal hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8157,temporary mine employee was carrying a concrete block and dropped it on left foot causing injury. restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8158,"ee working in a tight spot, hand got caught between dump door and angle iron (used for bracing), lost fingernail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8159,ee twisted right knee while working on uneven ground. this was no reported within 10 days as ee did not think he would be going to the dr. knee started bothering him;ee went to dr 8/30/04. ee did not miss any work & can perform essesentially allhis duties & working at regular job. 11/12/04 ee had arthroscopic surgery of for 34 days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8160,the employee was inspecting a tailing pipe on the surface which was located on an embankment. he was descending while holding a safety line. he stepped over the pipe with his left leg and when he lifted his right leg to step over it his left fibula fractured. he did not slip or trip and he was not in an awkward position. he also stated that he had good footing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8161,"employee strained lower back removing tail pulley from bed of pickup. incident originally reported as first aid. during follow-up examination with company doctor, employee referred to physical therapy on 12/8/11 due to continued discomfort.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8162,"the injured was roofbolting on 3 east mains. the injured was dropping the drill mast on the roofbolter when the drill mast caught a long wrench, causing the wrench to flip and hit him in the right side of the face. the injured sustained a crushing injury to his right eye socket.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8163,bottom broke off canopy jack causing jack to fall striking him on the head.this man did not miss work for this injury until 04/26/07 and rtw 05/02/07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8164,reportable only - employee was helping take belt wiper from belt tool room to manbus when he dropped his side down on his middle finger and the tip of his finger was caught between the wiper and the manbus causing fracture to tip of finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8165,shoulder popped when lifted his end of feed gate from floor to conveyor. reported accident on 10-2-00. seen md on 10-2-00. had mri on 10-6 which showed left sho7lder bubral tear. continued to -erform his job until surgical repair on 10-30-00. followup attachment will be sent on restricted & lost work days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8166,ee stated he was cutting pipe out of overhead when a piece of hot slag dropped inside car.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8167,"ee was removing a shipping strap from the mateline of a multi section building. ee cut the strap from inside of the building using metal shears. when he cut the strap with his left hand, it fell down and hit his right hand. he had gloves on but were not fully leather or kevlar, therefore, failed to prevent the strap from cutting his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8168,employee was in the shop changing a cone and got a foregn body in his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8169,twisted ankle exiting dragline.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8170,"ee was driving sprocket from shaft using hammer. steel chip dislodged from sprocket and lodged in the dorsal aspect of ee's l knee. chip was removed, stitches were required to close wound. rtw unrestricted 12/17",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -8171,ee was replacing a guard on #3 clinker cooler fan when he dropped guard on finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8172,two employee were carrying bottom belt roller on their shoulders to 2 north longwall tailpiece. the other employee started to drop roller. injured tried to catch roller with arm and felt a pop in his shoulder. shoulder strain to right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8173,employee strained right shoulder while picking up a 5 gallon bucket filled with pieces of chain. diagnosed with right shoulder and lumbar strain. employee started missing work 8-10-10 due to the injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8174,was pulling a knife from pocket and the blade came open and cut his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8175,while installing guard on drag chain sprocket employee was stomping the guard into place and foot went through the guard causing a contusion on the right shin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8176,while ee was unloading railcars he looked under the car to see if it was empty when a foreign object entered his l. eye. ee thought it was dust and tried to flush it from his eye. the next day he went to the dr. were it was discovered that it was a metal sliver and it was removed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8177,employee was bending a roof bolt when ee felt a pain in ee's lower back resulting in ee working shorter hours for 5 days. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8178,employee was pulling a piece of steel up under saw belt and hurt his back ? complained of severe pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8179,a repairman sustained lacerations to two fingers on his left hand requiring sutures to close the wounds. the injured miner was attempting to move a 1/2 steel plate away from a beam. his hand was caught between the plate and beam causing the injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8180,"while replacing a water control valve. wrench slipped on fitting while replacing a valve, hitting hand on structure.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8181,employee was on 2nd floor waiting for a 250 gallon chemical tote to be raised and the metal frame on the tote broke and fell on employees hand which was on the handrail. laceration to right hand requiring surgery to stitch. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8182,shoveling in the tunnel and tried to break a frozen lump loose. it rolled down and struck his ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -8183,"employee was manually moving a 6 inch poly pipe on 10/2/19. when the employee put the poly pipe down ee felt a sharp pain in ee's back. due to minimal improvement in condition, the employee started physical therapy on 12/12/2019 which changed the status of the event from a first aid event to a reportable medical treatment case. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8184,"while employee was shoveling lime material at the boot of an elevator, the lime material puffed out of the elevator and got into his eyes. employee recieve rx eye drops.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8185,"employee was using a bar to remove an obstruction in the tire chute when the bar slipped as ee was pulling upwards, striking ee in the mouth. this resulted in a laceration to the lower lip that required four stitches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8186,"when door was removed, the air cannons fired. the force blew hot dust toward ee. ee saw dust cloud and turned to his right exposing the left side of his face. dust entered between his face shield and his nomex covered face. some dust entered his left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8187,injured was straightening a bent roof bolt when the roof bolt spun around striking him on left wrist causing a fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8188,ee had just walked over to the impactor from changing a screen when co-worker asked ee to pull the safety pin so he could rotate the bars. when he pulled the pin the shaft started to rotate & co-worker was standing on it. ee reached up to stop the rotation when he got his finger caught between the bar & frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8189,ee was penciling insulation on lead when his knife slipped cutting his left forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8190,employee was cleaning out a plugged chute on the rock crushing/screening plant hitting ee's right hand/thumb against the ironwork corner on the plant. this resulted in a laceration of the thumbnail and nail bed. bottom part of thumbnail was cut off and sewn (2 stitches) back on as a protective cover for the nail bed healing and a preventative for infection.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8191,"the employee was using a chipping hammer bit and hammer to chisel large pieces of concrete off the slick line. in doing so, the employee missed the head of the chisel and struck his left middle finger causing multiple lacerations.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8192,ee was repairing crusher using grinder. got a particle in eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8193,"operating hytorc to remove bolts, operator hit retract button and mechanic holding torque wrench wasn't ready. wrench fell on his left hand index finger, smashing it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8194,ee caughtt his left small finger between the roof bolter head and the drill steel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8195,employee was closing airlock door on roadway behind mantrip with a trailer attached. mantrip had went through door and the employee started to close the door behind it. the door caught the trailer catching the employees hand between the two. this resulted in stitched to the employees hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8196,worker was moving a piece of steel rod and it cut his right forearm,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8197,employee was splitting a slab of sandstone using a 3 lb. hammer and stone chisel. as he struck the chisel head with the hammer a metal fragment broke off the chisel and impaled in his right leg(shin). metal fragment was removed by a physician.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8198,piece of stone came out of splitter and cut right forearm requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8199,cutting conv. belt with razor knife. knife slipped and cut leg. made small cut on left leg. dr. put one staple in it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8200,employee was lifting conveyer rollers and said he felt pain in groin. ee did not reprt this incident until 5-18-02 at 1:00 pm. this was a re-occuring injury that happened back on 1-28-02 and was treated by his family doctor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8201,employee failed to secure equipment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8202,employee went to swing canopy out to install a bolt and did not realize it was against roof and it let go and it hit him on the left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8203,employee was bolting top with two piece drill steel. when he was extracting the drill steel it came apart and hit his thumb on the right hand causing a fracture to it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8204,"customer truck driver sustained minor burns to the hands and face and swallowed a small amount of antifreeze when checking the coolant levels on their truck, which was running hot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8205,"employee was attempting to tie beams to the top when a jack slipped out causing the beam to fall. as the beam fell, it struck him and caused him to fall back into the scoop bucket injuring his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -8206,the employee stumbled at the rough room door. extended his right arm which was hit by the door as it was closing. causing pressure into right shoulder possibly causing injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8207,"ee was working on the belly pan of a d-11 dozer, rose up & twisted his left knee. he informed foreman of the incident & denied medical attention. on 1/14/03 he informed manager that the doctor had diagnosed a possible meniscus tear. he willhave 6 sessions of p.t. he was released with restrictions of no repeated bending, squatting or climbing. he has a follow-up appt. on 1/28/02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8208,ee was helping set timbers and a timber fell on his finger. he worked all day on the 7th and went to the doctor on the 8th. returned to work on 3/9/01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8209,"employee had advanced ""leaky feeder"" communications cable. the employee picked up the spool of leaky feeder cable to put on the power center and felt a pain in lower back. the employee is fully trained, was wearing all required ppe, and there was no equipment involved.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8210,"employee was stacking rock on pallets and strained his left wrist, he was sent to the doctor immediately.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8211,the dragline operator and the dozer operator were involved in removing the wear cap adapters. after removing the keepers the adapter would not come off. he then attempted to loosen it by striking it with a #12 sledge hammer. after hitting sveral times both workers received small steel slivers imbedded in their legs. the steel was removed at the emergency room.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8212,ee was installing cable bolts using two-piece steel. ee had removed the driver portion of the steel combination and the finishing 6' portion of the steel fell from the hole striking ee's right hand against the drill extension wrench. this resulted in a fractured right ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8213,employee was picking up a grease hose to move it out of the way. when employee picked up the hose it busted in employee's hand causing a cut/puncture and grease to get under the skin of the hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8214,"while cad welding a ground wire onto a ground rod, the cad welding charge blew up & hot cad material lodged under the glove and burned the hand. he had 2nd & 3rd deg burns. partial 3rd deg burns.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8215,"as the ee was helping to change screens the lifting hook came off of the anchorage point and the screen struck the ee on the head. the ee was wearing a hard hat minimizing the injury. this incident occurred on wednesday june 18, but the ee did not seek medical attention until friday june, 20 and was placed on modified duty at that time, hence making this a reportable incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8216,"employee was scraping a coal chute clean at the end of the shift. he hit a frozen spot of material causing scraper to stop abruptly, jarring his back and pulling muscles. employee stated that ""it felt like a bunch of needles being stuck in.""",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8217,"employee working on ripper chain, hit the ripper chain pin with a hammer. a piece of metal shrapnel hit the mechanic in the left index finger going through glove, causing a laceration. employee received stitches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8218,employee was loading stone on conveyer belt. a stone fell and hit him in his right knee. right knee pain. he did not go to dr until 11-1-04.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8219,mechanic was working on mack road truck adjusting clutch. he asked the other mechanic to depress clutch from inside the cab. the mechanic had not moved his hand when he asked the other mechanic to depress clutch and when the clutch was depressed the mechanic caught his middle finger on his right hand severing the top of his finger .,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8220,while roof bolting the employee dropped drill boom and a roof bolt plate got wedged between the side of the boom and the tray. the plate popped out and hit right hand causing a laceration. (5) sutures were required to close the wound. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8221,"ee was installing flashing on the 206 scalping screen, ee was holding the flashing in place on the screen with rt. hand while using lt. hand to operate the drill. the 1/2"" drill bit came through the flashing, caught ee's glove, went through it and into right middle finger. dermabond applied to wound. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8222,"attempting to loosen bolt a v trap strainer, bolt released, socket slipped off bolt head. right elbow struck screen chute. infection set in with no evidence of skin rupture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8223,"injured was using overhead crane. he raised the front end of miner frame to remove crib blocks, then lowered the frame. as he began to move the crane chain hook caught frame, crane stalled chain hook slipped free and struck him in the rt. side of face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8224,employee was lifting on belt putting structure in.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8225,employee was cutting a box when the knife slipped out of his hand. he reached for the knife handle but his hand went past the handle and came into contact with the knife blade cutting his finger. employee said he had blasting agent on his hand which made his hand slippery he did not have gloves on but the agent would have made the gloves also slippery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8226,"when making belt splice on #1 belt (outside), a belt rail fell striking the employee in the back of the neck and base of the head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8227,the employee was sinking an anchor bolt into the floor with a jack hammer. the hammer slipped off the bolt causing the employee to overextend his right arm/shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8228,"hit a tire rim, hammer slipped and hit his foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8229,"allegedly, while checking airslide for cement flow, after opening the cover, cement blew out striking ee in the face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8230,operator was assisting in changing screens at wash plant. using a pry bar to pry the bar slipped pinching operator's finger against screen,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8231,employee was placing a nylon choker onto the locking pins of a fork lift when the operator was instructed by injured party to push the pin outwards. this caused injured's right ring and index finger to be caught in a pinch point.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8232,ee was setting metal liners in place when finger got caught between the liner and mill shell fracturing the tip. ee worked night shift. rif'd morning of 2/23/05,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8233,"ee was helping another employee work on a johnson supercar. the johnson was jacked up when it fell off the jack, the lid came came down & hit the ee on the left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8234,ee was helping lift a box of floor sweeping compound when ee felt a strain in the right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8235,"employee states he was changing leaf spring right front end of toyota truck, 44 level service bay with impact drill. he had just removed last bolt from spring assembly, spring released. downwa rd force caught impact drill in left hand, forcing him down on cement floor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -8236,injured worker was operating a roof bolter when he extended his head out from canopy and a piece of draw rock struck his chin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8237,ee was attempting to close the door on the drilltec d40k quarry drill from inside the cab when his left middle finger got smashed in the door. co-worker was outside the drill and pushed the do or shut. injured did not realize that he was going to help him close the door and had his hand placed improperly on the door frame. the door on the drill is difficult to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8238,individuals finger was mashed in a pinch point created by a chain being used to release pressure on a crane boom pendant line.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8239,"employee ""alledgedly"" twisted his lower back while loading belt structure in scoop bucket. he did not miss work until 4/25/07.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8240,a fully trained miner was installing a beam when miners right hand was caught on the beam causing a laceration to miners finger that required 8 stitches. the incident was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8241,"3-20-01 employee unloading a 4 whlr from trailer when the unloading ramp slipped and employee fell, landing on his elbow and shoulder. at the time of accident, employee did not wish to seek me dical attention. then on 5-31-01, the employee experienced discomfort, wanted to see dr. at that time, employee was placed on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -8242,victim was greasing a grease fitting when the grease nozzle came off the grease fitting causing the grease to splash in his eyes requiring him to go to the doctor to have the grease removed fr om his eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8243,"driver stepped into hydrate, which got into the left boot and caused a minor burn.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8244,ee was pulling on a wrench disassembling a motor when the pressure released suddenly. he lost his balance & fell against a tool in the truck shop striking his lower back on a corner of the mac hine. he had his back examined at the local e.r.& was prescribed medication for lower back pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8245,"bucketing belt slope on top of the overcast at 8 chute. employee was using a 5 gallon bucket. the bucket was about 3/4 full. as he was pumping the slop on the belt, foot slipped and he felt pain in the back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8246,"the ee was operating a jackleg drill. whe he retracted the machine, the drill steel fell out of the hole and struck the end of his right ring finger and fractured it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8247,operator error-operator was backfilling area blind. view was blocked by injured employee,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8248,"member was in process of putting bolts back into panel, when his thumb slipped, hurting his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8249,employee was repairing an intake stopping when a solid block fell approximately three feet onto their left ring finger. needed five sutures to close laceration. no lost or restricted workdays.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8250,cutting bearings out of a 3 15/16 headpulley bearing on a track feeder. after removing the bearing housing he cut the bearing race on 2 sides and struck it with a hammer. at that time a fragme nt of hot race dislodged and struck him in the upper chest/shoulder area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8251,"injured employee was attempting to get a broken bit out of the bit block, with a screw driver and hammer. employee struck his left ring finger with the hammer causing a smashing injury, resulting in a fracture to his left ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8252,pulled muscle in back installing screen on tower 2,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8253,using pry bar to bend small bracket welded onto haul truck. not reported to anyone until 6/17/04 @ 12:19pm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8254,"ee was using a air hose and it it disconnected, hitting him in the mouth and face knocking out fron tooth (l) side.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8255,"while in the process of tossing wood crib block, employee's right thumb was smashed against the mine roof, resulting in a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8256,employee was striping wire with a razor knife and while cutting the wire the knife slipped and cut through his leather glove. the employee received a laceration to the left thumb requiring six sutures to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8257,employee was using a bearing puller. as he applied pressure it slipped off striking him in the right cheek.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8258,employee was checking drive belt tension on jaw screen 13-367 (plant was shut down). employee pulled down on drive belt and pinched right middle and ring finger. plant was locked out. **lost tips of middle and ring fingers**,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8259,employee was pulling a hose from the fuel truck when he pulled a muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8260,"while using a water lance to clean the scale from a pipe, the water stream contacted the employees right forearm, causing some abrasions and a small injection wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8261,employee cut himself with a knife while opening rock dust bags. the injury required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8262,employee was attempting to remove a rock from the deck of the haul truck. his finger got pinched between the rock and the rail of the haul truckdeck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8263,"while spreading calcium in lower entry of startline a pellet got stuck on ear lobe, felt burning knocked off and washed off later put ice pack on ear and became infected injury date was 1-30-0 2 did not report until 2-26-02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8264,employee was removing broken belt from the a-side static thickner drive when his hand was pulled against the drive pulley. this resulted in a laceration that required 9 stitches to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8265,"ee was bolting top when a rock fell fromt he top, striking l hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8266,drainage drum was falling and he tried to stop it. sharp edge on drum cut his thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8267,ee was boarding 772g haul truck when ee felt a pop in right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8268,injured was tramming fletcher bolter out of working place. he had his rt hand on top of canopy. machine raised and caught his rt hand between canopy and mine roof.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8269,"employee was unpinning a power unit from a belt booster drive, when the unit slipped and came in contact with his right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8270,employee was swinging a sledge hammer when it slipped out of his hand causing him to twist his back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -8271,ee strained his right shoulder while pulling a lever.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8272,ee complained of pain in his right wrist while manually pulverizing. he was examined by the company doctor and released to work. physical therapy was prescribed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8273,ee was attempting to open a mandoor between the intake and the return when he felt a sharp pain in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8274,"the affected employee was removing covers from the tail drive, hooking up a come along, and the spragging plate fell on his right hand causing a laceration, a fractured small finger, and a fractured ring finger. job skills and miner's proficiency may be a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8275,ee was cleaning rock from under sub main east 3 belt and strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8276,"the summer students were going for break and were going to wash the mud off there boots. while standing next to each other, one student charged the fire hose, immediately flinging it off the coiled up hose and bracket and struck the other employee in the mouth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8277,employee was assisting in the replacement of the blunger pump. employee was guiding one end of the pump and lifting on that end while another employee was pushing from the other end. employee's hand was guiding end of pipe attached to the pump. the pump moved suddenly catching the employee's finger between two pipe ends,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8278,the employee works in a position where frequent shoveling is required. ee's shoulder has been sore for a while and aggravated by shoveling. is experiencing tingling in ee's arm when trying to sleep. went to dr. who says scar tissue has built up and prescribed 6 weeks of physical therapy.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8279,ee was picking up a rock that had fell on the h20 line and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8280,"while getting off d11 dozer, employee put all of his weight on right arm causing a burning feeling and knotted up. didn't say he slipped, just step down causing all his weight to be pulled against right arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8281,ee informed us that he tried to open the door of the blending silo pressurizing fan room to inspect the equipment inside. the suction on the door was so great that while attempting to pull the door open he felt his shoulder pop and burn.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8282,employee stretched out to reach a piece of j-channel and as they pulled it toward self felt a burning sensation in pelvic area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8283,"ee was holding a small section of 10 inch pipe over his head while another ee installed bolts in the end phlanges. while doing this he experienced some lower back pains. ee received medical at tention for this injury, shortly after it occured, which did not meet the reporting criteria. since then he has received shiropractor treatments. that information was learned on 12-5-00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8284,"contracting employee was cutting belt with razor knife, the knife slipped and contacted upper leg requiring stitches. cause of this incident was body positioning and paying attention. compliance with company rules a factor, mining/equip, ppe not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8285,the injured employee was pulling a bent roof bolt out of the hole and he hit the wrong lever and the bolt struck him on his right wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8286,employee was installing a metal roof strap. turned to get bolt out of tray. when turning back around the strap struck employee in the forehead. employee received a laceration which required 3 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8287,ee was installing rods in rod mill when a rod slipped from the ee's hands falling on l foot resulting in fracture to #1 metatarsal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8288,ee was swinging a sledge hammer & his right arm became sore.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -8289,"using an air gun to put a bolt in, employee was holding bolt in place and by accident hit the trigger on the air gun .... spinning the bolt and cutting finger ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8290,employee felt a pain in left shoulder after throwing a manual track switch. ee worked all scheduled shifts until taken off work pending a mri on 6/11/16. ee was diagnosed with a strained shoulder. lost time began 6/11/16.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8291,"he and a co-worker were re-installing a coupling on a water line. when the job was completed, the water was turned back on and the coupling blew off of the line and struck him on the hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8292,"contractor was using a chain hoist through the eyebolt of 30 hp motor to position the motor into place. a mechanical failure caused the hook of the hoist to swing back into the face of the contractor. he was taken to the emergency room, where he was treated and released that evening. contractor returned to his normal duties 2 days later.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8293,employee was changing a bearing on a slinger duster with a chisel and hammer when a small piece of metal shot from the bearing and entered ee's right thumb. metal was removed by a surgeon and sutures were then required at that time due to incision. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8294,while removing a k wall ee used ee's shoulder to knock over a panel. when ee hit into the panel it didn't move and ee jammed ee's arm into ee's ribs. when ee returned to bolting on monday 1/30/23 second shift ee's ribs started to bother ee. that is when ee reported it to ee's boss.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8295,"unwiring an electric motor and utility knife slipped when cutting tape and sliced through coveralls, jeans, and long johns to make lacerate inside of left thigh. a few stitches and no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8296,employee was replacing door on dc when left side fell and smashed ee's left middle finger against handrail causing 6 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8297,employee was torching the legs off a stand ee fabricated and a glob of slag dripped onto ee's hand. ee received 2nd degree burn on ee's hand where the slag landed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8298,"employee was walking into press floor area at ne entrance to assess scale buildup on wall to determine work that needed to be done in area. was in process of communicating to mobile equipment operator supervisor when liquor dumped on back and neck from floor above. caustic burns to upper back, posterior neck, upper anterior and posterior of left arm, small spot on left wrist",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8299,"while mining on a slope with a chipping hammer, the hammers slipped through the ore stabbing him in the left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8300,employee was operating a twin boom roof bolter. hand was on the drill steel top of pot. employee started the rotation before removing hand from drill steel. corner of the pot caught his glove wrapping his hand around the drill steel in the pot. all employees were instructed about placement of hands while drilling.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8301,"there was a meshing cycle in progress. while advancing the adjacent shield with the boat winch close to employee's head. the mesh movement pulled the sinch rope, turning the b.w. handle strik ing the employee in the left eyebrow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8302,employee was installing a roof bolt when unknowingly ee's glove got snagged and when ee started the rotation it fractured ee's right wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -8303,strained lower back while installing wear parts on company unit number 13-329.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8304,"employee stated he was removing pin from boom swing jack on roof bolter. reached up to catch pin as it was near out, as soon as pin came through jack eye the boom shifted trapping fingers between edge of pin and frame of machine.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8305,"while cutting zip ties off of bundles of wire, knife slipped cutting right thumb. resulted in 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8306,"while attempting to tow pickup truck up elevated roadway with excavator, roadway gave way sending both operator of pickup truck and excavator into dredge pond. pickup operator landed on ramp next to pond. excavator operator went into pond.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -8307,ee had earlier performed heavy pipe wrenching ina confined position then had growing pain in abdomen as he changed screen cloth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8308,"in 6-r track spur, ee was assisting in making a belt splice. as a co worker was hammering on a belt splice tool ( muitiple drive rod) in the splicing process, ee head reached for the tool an d was on the right hand-fracturing rt ring finger",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8309,ee finger was pinched between two secreen cloth panels while removing them from loader bucket.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8310,employee was attempting to move a large boulder that he was blocking traffic underground when he felt something pull in his left elbow. this did not become reportable until 3-12-04.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8311,ee was helping to move a shaft with a strap. the strap slipped and the shaft fell and struck the top of his foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8312,employee was installing a belly pan with an impact wrench. the socket came loose and struck the employee in the mouth resulting in a cracked tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8313,the t-bar on the right rear track lifting cylinder broke causing the highwall miner to drop very fast and causing the operator to be jolted by the impact. the operator has a bruise on hip and a finger laceration. operator was treated and released at a hospital. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -8314,lifting miner cable to hang on roof. note: no time missed till 12/13/01 had surgery on 12/13/01 to repair hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8315,"during removal of an old b bonded stopping ee was attempting to recover the mandoor, ee's hand was overtop the sharp edge of the mandoor. an overhanging block free fell hitting ee's hand, forcing right wrist to come into contact with the sharp edge of the mandoor resulting in an avulsion type wound. sutures were required to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8316,ee was throwing a crib and smashed his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8317,ee was putting up roof bolt and was pushing it up in the hole and pulled muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8318,"during repair of efd-618, employee was taking out the scr rack. the next morning, he felt pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8319,"employee was moving miner cable. he picked up cable, felt pain in lower back and down left leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8320,reinstalling screen panels (punch plate) on tower 1 screen. while installing last panel on the top deck employee had his hand between a rivet and the hook rail on the screen panel catching the end of his left thumb when the panel was pushed into place. this caused a laceration to the left thumb requiring 3 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8321,employee was replacing a bearing on the head pulley on c-1. he was chipping on the shaft to slide the bearing on. as he was chipping a piece of metal hit his eye. this caused a large cut on his left eye. he needed two medical procedures to repair the eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8322,employee was welding patch on alternative fuel transport line. sparks/slag fell on tire fluff on beam below and began to smolder. coworker swept material off beam. material ignited and blew into employee's right eye and throat. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8323,ee was opening a desk drawer. he pulled it hard and hit his lt. knee. the ee was put on restricted duty after having orthopedic surgery on 6/25/02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8324,working on removing feed valve from filter press. prying up on combination wrench to remove bolt- box end of wrench slipped off bolt and open end of wrench struck mouth when hands flew up towa rds face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8325,ee and two other employees were setting a new belt header. header frame was sitting on a duck bill of a scoop. employees were attempting to level the header frame when ee crawled under the boom. the header suddenly tipped forward and struck ee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8326,ee was repairing conveyor belt using hammer to position clamp. missed clamp hit thumb. impact of hammer to thumb caused laceration that required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8327,"moving rock, rock landed on right ring finger ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8328,employee was dumping a bucket full of water and felt a strain in their back. as the day progressed and they continued with their tasks they continued to feel a strain in their back. the employee was taken to town to be evaluated and was released to return to work with restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8329,employee lifted up draw head on locomotive and strained his back. he continued to work up until 9/16/13.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8330,"injured stated he and co-workers were supplying the roof bolter. he said he picked up the 42"" resin rebar and felt a pop in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8331,miner was using a scaling bar to knock small rocks through the welded wire mesh. he bent over to pick up the scaling bar and noticed pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8332,"using a come along, he repositioned his hand to start pulling pipe, the tension of the twist in the chain unwound, and struck him in his mouth chipping his tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8333,ee was assisting in inserting a thin glass tubing back into a rubber hose. glass tubing slipped causing puncture wound to middle finger on left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8334,"person was using hammer to loosen coupler on 1"" water line when a small sliver of the hammer face came off and penetrated his glove and inbedded in his right index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8335,"when coming down ladder of the 988 lo0ader, ee felt a pulling sensation in his left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8336,released pin on jib of crane before setup was ready when the jib began to roll ee jumped clearjumping from fender to concrete 8' ee landed upright on both feet,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -8337,while removing bolts from a worn cutting edge the employee attempted to keep a bolt head from spinning and the sharp edge of the worn bolt cause the injury. the employee sustained lacerations to two finger on right hand. the employee was taken to a local medical facility and received sutures in one of the two fingers. the other finger was treated using first aid only.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -8338,"injured was fixing lights using a utility knife, when the knife slipped, cutting his left finger. injured went to the hospital and received 3 stitches. management was not aware of the accident until 10-1-10.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8339,loading oxygen tank in back of 3 wheeler ride and tank over balanced and put head in roof between roof and tank.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8340,back strain while working around plant. had beeninvolved in some lifting during course of duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8341,employee pinch left index finger between a sling and a crane hook.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8342,"had an employee reaming in drill rods to the bottom of the drill hole, when he thought the drill rods were at the bottom the employee unchucked the head. which caused the water swivel to go down and pinch his hand in between the swivel and the head.the helper then locked out and tagged out the rig.the two then drove to hospital to have his hand looked at.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8343,"employee reported: after servicing the tail roller bearings for the ""cross belt"", when traveling back to his transportation vehicle he crawled over a pile of coal dragging a 5 lb grease can. a s he crossed the coal a burning sensation was felt to his left groin. it was diagnosed as a rupture to the groin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8344,"1560 crusher jammed up with rock. while using a metal bar to dig material out, bar slipped causing employee to hit his hand up against crusher box, while wearing work gloves still caused lacer ation to employee's finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8345,"ee was trying to remove a large piece of metal from the conveyor magnet. typical pieces were not this large. the ee used a crowbar to open a gap between the metal and the magnet. when trying to pry the piece off with a shovel, the shovel slipped causing the metal plate to snap back to the magnet, crushing the ee's left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8346,he was assisting bolters while installing a strap. the strap fell and struck him over the right eye and across the bridge of the nose causing two lacerations requiring 3 sutures each.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8347,"while clearing a jammed can in the north shaker line accumulator, employee's hand became caught between discharge wheel and accumulator frame resulting in lacerations to top of right hand, middle and index fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8348,the employee was using a bar to dislodge material that was packed in a chute. he was pulling back on the bar and mashed his left thumb between the bar and the handrail on the catwalk. the injury resulted in 6 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8349,"injured ee was setting a timer. the cap piece fell off timber and struck him in mouth, causing a laceration of the upper lip. the laceration required sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8350,ee was using his hand to try to stabalize the bolt on the cutting edge while the mechanic was using an impact wrench to remove a nut. bolt dropped out onto the ee's hand while spinning from th e impact wrench. ee was wearing leather work gloves.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,No Value Found -8351,"ee was taking 7200 cable apart, hand was caught between plug and carriage that was holding cable, cut his hand, received 5 stitiches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8352,employee stuck his left arm through the window of a feed chute. material broke free pinning his arm inside the chute. he was pinned 2 hours and 45 minutes and immediately transported to the hospital upon extraction. waiting word on his condition.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8353,the employee was using a hammer to knock screens into place when the hammer slipped causing the employee to hit left index finger. the doctor's diagnosis was contusion to left index finger and a splint was placed on it for precautionary measures until 10/28/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8354,"employee overexerted while moving a stick of rail with a stone bar on the 8 west section. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8355,"employee was carrying a sample bag in their left hand over their shoulder when it slipped off their back, causing pain in their left shoulder and neck area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8356,"ee failed to follow company lock out tag out procedure/policy. ee attempted to place a chain back on a sprocket while the motor side sprocket was energized and in motion, ee caught the right index finger tip in between chain and sprocket.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -8357,"walking a slab to palletize the stone, the stone broke and the top half fell against employee's chest",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8358,employee was roof bolting putting up roof bolt when he felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8359,"while loading a 9' piece of conveyor belt into a truck, the folded end of belt pushed upward against ee's left elbow while his left arm was fully extended. arm hyperextended.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8360,employee was moving a piece of flagstone to a pallet. it slipped and fell against his ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8361,"held open pocket knife in right hand while opening bearing box, cardboard tore allowing hands to slip. left thumb made contact with open kife blade, resulting in 4 stitches to repair wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8362,"employee stated that while bending a 5' resin bolt over the atrs of the roof bolt machine, the bolt slipped and caused him to strain a muscle in the back of his neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8363,"employee was attempting to remove a masonry pallet from the palletizer at the pallet pusher in the process of changing from masonry to a portland packing scenario. lifting the pallet over the pallet guide rail to remove it from the line, she believes the pallet edge caught the safety lanyard which made one corner drop striking left knee and pulling lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8364,"grader operator was in the process of backing up and as they turned in the seat to watch behind them, they felt a pain in lower back that shot up their back to their neck. ee reported the pain and was taken offsite for evaluation. no adverse conditions noted.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8365,"an older t-post snapped in the frozen ground as the employee attempted to remove it from the ground by hand. as the post snapped, it struck the employee's safety glasses causing a laceration to the nose. the weather, frozen ground, and age of the t-post were a contributing factors in this incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8366,employee was using a wrench to take a bolt loose at the wash deck. the nut broke loose and employee's wrist hit a bolt down below causing a sprain and contusion to his left wrist. employee is restricted. no lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8367,installing drill box on roof bolter using bar to hold box. box slid hitting employee on finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8368,employee was inside a work box while being raised. the box started to swing slightly toward the ledge and he tried to stop it with both hands. he was giving signals to the crane man to raise the box.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8369,employee was removing an engine side panel off a d7e and felt something pull in back. diagnosed with a pinched nerve.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8370,"employee was attempting to reinstall an isolation block to the shield when it slipped from his hands striking him along the left side of his head. ppe was not a factor, mining equipment was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was not a factor, miner proficiency may have been a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8371,employee was loosening a hydraulic hose when wrench slipped and hit him in the mouth chipping his tooth. employee was seen by a dentist on 08/07/09.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8372,getting a piece of steel to cut up when a piece (250 lbs) fell off of lower shelf injuring top of left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8373,employee completed torch welding and took off his cutting glasses as the weld cooled it popped and a piece of steel flew into his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8374,"driller and assistant were pulling casing. the assistant turned the casing loose. the driller pulled casing up, the casing stuck and then released causing the casing to jerk in an upward motion hitting the driller assistant in the mouth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8375,"ee was watching a video and rubbed his eye and his eye felt funny, later his eye started to hurt like something was inside.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -8376,employee stated while attempting to remove the cat idler on the operator side it got stuck. when it freed up it fell on employee's right pinky finger smashing it causing employee to receive 2 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8377,employee reported he was welding and somehow got an object in his eye. note: foreign body was removed on 03/26/04 at the hospital emergency room.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8378,"while taking in nt rod apart from ht sub that was attached to a ht rod, the rods separted and the ht rod with sub fell approxmately 4 inches smashing the tip of the right finger between the sub and feed frame of the drill.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8379,"while climbing onto #80 hitach, loader ee grabbed the handrail to pull himself up and dislocated his left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8380,"ee used hi-vac to clean dust on #2 baghouse bottom floor.end of 4"" hose was outside baghouse;ee picked up hose under his right arm, left hand holding end of hose proceeded through door.hose hung up on railing throwing ee off balance.hose partly pulled under his arm;suction caused his left hand to be pulled into vacuum.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -8381,employee was lifting a shield on the #2 motor to check the wires and plugs on the blue box. as he was lifting the shield he felt a stinging sensation in his stomach. he then noticed a large knot raise up on his stomach. employee immediately ceased work and drove himself to a medical facility which he was diagnosed with a hernia. employee continued working until 5-13-11.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8382,employee of lochridge-priest inc was installing new air conditioning unit. copper line was being attached to unit. line slipped and right elbow struck corner of a/c unit lacerating the elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8383,the employee was assisting with changing screens on a portable screen plant. two employees were handling one screen panel weighing approximately 50 pounds when one employee felt pain in lower abdomen. employee was sent to physician for a check and was diagnosed with an inguinal hernia. consultation with a general surgeon was scheduled and he returned to work on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8384,employee states he was securing crane to lowboy trailer. as he was throwing chain through the hook of the crane to secure felt a pain in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -8385,clearing obstruction from chute . a rock fell on floor& he bent to pick it up. on standing he bumped his head on apron door and hit his lip on the rock chipping a tooth,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8386,"ee was working with a zip gun removing material from a pipe. he felt sore afterwards, which he later complained the day after. he was taken to the workers comp dr. who mis-diagnosed him with b-lat carpal tunnel. he the went to orthopedic surgeon who diagnosed him with tendinitis.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8387,victolic quick fitting failed causing valve to strike miner.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8388,"ee was using a punch hammer to remove pins from a track pad, when a piece of metal came off the punch hammer nad embedded in his rt. bicep. a knot formed and he was taken to dr. on 1-15-02. medication was given and the metal will be removed on 1-23-02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8389,employee was unloading rollers from the supply car and as he turned to throw a roller he felt sharp pain in lower back. employee started missing 02-22-05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8390,injured and a co worker were driving out a pain in the steering boss of a motorgrader. the co worker was helding a track maul against the pin and the welder was striking the maul with a sledge hammer when a piece of metal flew off and struck the welder's right thigh,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8391,ee was installing a return belt roller. he lifted roller into place and felt pain in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8392,victim was using a utility knife to cut a rubber screen when the utility knife slipped off the screen and cut his index finger on his left hand causing a laceration requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8393,while pulling battery bell out of batteries at battery charging station at break 30 he felt something pop in his left hand resulting in swelling to hand and fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8394,while cleaning up shop floor ee went to pickup truck links for d-9 dozer pulling muscle in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8395,"while bolting on the miner in 6h miner secton, an auger got stuck. when employee pulled on the stuck auger he felt pain in neck. lta began 7-29-04.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8396,"miner was getting a piece of chain when it became hung. he jerked it and when it came loose, it struck him in the face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8397,employee was grabbing a stone when pain was felt in the shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8398,employee was dislodging material from an open gate in the bin when the gate struck him in the chin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8399,ee lit a propane torch after cleaning the surface with solvent.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8400,"as ee was exiting the vacuum truck, he stepped down and felt pain in his right calf and ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8401,"employee was bolting mine roof when he moved the bolter head to install second bolt a piece of draw rock fell, striking him on the head and back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8402,"employee putting side cutters (approximately 25-30 lbs.) on backhoe bucket, felt pain to lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8403,contact with temperature extreme with bare left forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8404,"after experiencing discomfort in the ear for several days, an emp saw personal dr. because they suspected an ear infection. the dr. discovered and removed a small piece of foam from an ear plug within the ear, and prescribed preventive antibiotic ear drops. initial investigation confirmed that the employee has only used hearing protection in the work environment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8405,"2 ee's were cutting a piece of pipe. while attempting to hit the pipe with a hammer, one ee inadvertantly struck the other ee's left hand fracturing his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8406,"employee was standing behind a mill block that was 10' x 6' x 3'. loader operator set another block down in front of the block employee was standing behind. when backing out, the second block tipped into block by employee, causing it to tip into employee, pinning him under the block. caused crushing injury to lower right leg, between knee & ankle. also possible pelvis fractures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8407,"carrying broken chain ratchet up steps, tripped, right thumb caught between chain ratchet and hand rail causing injury. taken to er for treatment, stitches used to close wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8408,"while working on machinery, left middle finger was caught in between two metal pieces, cutting the tip of the finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8409,chopped rock fell on the middle finger of the right hand. this resulted in a cracked bone on the tip and loss of the fingernail.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8410,"employee was changing a belt cradle when ee's left pinky finger became pinched causing a laceration and the employee to receive five sutures. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8411,ee was shoveling material under #2 belt line anda rock fell from belt and hit another rock. the rock glanced off and struck him on top of right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8412,"helping co worker take up slack in the long wall monorail, when jerking on the pull rope, experienced pain to his right bicep and shoulder. continued to work all scheduled shifts until 4-5-01, on this date became a lost-time injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8413,"employee was putting a bottom deck screen in a scalping screen. once the screen started to drop to the bottom deck, it flipped up on one corner and hit the employee across the bridge of the nose causing a laceration and a broken nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8414,"employee stated that he backed a d-11 dozer over some uneven ground; the rear of the dozer came down hard, jarrring him and straining his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -8415,"while holding a tag line on one of the legs of the rod charger, the charger jerked upwards and strained employee's left shoulder. she was on regular work but on march 22nd after being rechecked by a doctor, was placed on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8416,miner was pulling on chains and suffered a minor strain to their back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8417,"while a row was being bolted the i.e. stated that they rested their right hand in a pinch point and became distracted looking at supplies needed for the next bolt row. it was at this same time that right side operator retracted the boom on the bolter, which caused the boom mounting pin assembly to come to rest against the stop",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8418,"employee & 2 co-workers were working on seals. the were building seals in 16' height. inj ee was on scaffold, 1 co-worker pass lock to inj ee who would pass it up to other. inj ee felt pull in his stomach.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8419,injured was lifting a piece of floor grating and cut his finger. the laceration required four stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8420,employee twisted back while collecting 2 gallon sample of material.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8421,"while employee was on a break, employee was cutting an apple with a pocket knife. the knife slipped cutting the palm of his left hand. this action resulted in sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8422,employee was replacing a cover on a miner and as he attempted to put the cover back in place he caught his finger between the edge of the cover and the frame of the miner causing a laceration and a fracture to the end of his right ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8423,working in a103 injury removed gloves. gloves soaked. after removing gloves he started rolling up a hose.pulled hose with right and grabbed with his left hand & ran his fingers over the hose clamp which caused a cut to his left middle and ring finger. after shift he went to local emergency room and the middle left finger received stiches with no limitations.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8424,"employee was attempting to cut an opening in plastic tube when the knife slipped, cutting his left thumb. four sutures were required to close laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8425,"mechanic replacing a cutting edge on a 966 cat rubber tire loader. held blot head and air wrenched the nut, the bolt spun in his right hand causing a laceration to right index finger. 3cm wide, 7 stitches",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8426,employee felt pain in left shoulder as he lifted conduit.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8427,"while employee was servicing chains & opening doors, left pinky finger got stuck in the doors. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8428,employee was changing a pump motor on the mobile bridge carrier when a foreign object entered his right eye. (doctor prescribed medication).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8429,"ee was doing maintenance on screen tower. quoting ee's accident report: putting tools in work box, on plant, had hand on edge of box, reached for a tool and the lid closed on hand (wind).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8430,member was attempting to remove back plate off of a slurry pump out of the prep plant when the slate bar he was using to pry with slipped he tripped & the bar fell striking him on the eye above,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8431,while lining up pipe to bolt flange the pipe sprung back and hit miner in the knee. on 5/21/2020 miner had x-ray which was negative. after continual discomfort miner had a mri on 6/29/2020. mri results on 7/1 revealed a fracture to the end of the fibula. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8432,the employee alleges that as he was building a ventilation brattice he picked up a cap wedge and raised it over his head to wedge the brattice in place. he alleges that he felt a pop in his right shoulder as he lifted the wedge over his head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8433,member was making a hi-line splice. he cut his right little finger removing the shielding tape.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8434,ee was tramming drill to the bench when the final drive stalled causing the chain that holds the dust curtain to crack side window and dust and debris came in the operators compartment. as a precautionary measure the emt-m flushed ee eyes with eyewash. due to continued irritation ee went to the doctor on 5/19/17 and was prescribed eye drops the,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8435,employee was fueling up pc-2000 track hoe and could not tell if tank was full. ee went to the top of tank and unscrewed cap for a visual. employee thought ee had released all pressure but did not. cap came back and hit employee in face causing laceration and facial bone fracture in orbital eye socket.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8436,ie was loading supplies onto ee's bolter and strained ee's abdomen on the left side. ie received medical treatment on 10.21.2021 and was removed from work for hernia surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8437,employee was stacking 100 lb. bags of sand and twisted and wrenched his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8438,"employee right leg was caught between two highwall miner beams, resulting in a fractured knee cap.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8439,"while removing belt structure, employee's finger was pinched between a belt chair and the tailpiece.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8440,ee was working on the classifier and had the steel cover opened on the station. the cover fell on and lacerated his left middle finger. ee received six sutures to his middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8441,placing 5 roof bolts on top of #1 roof bolter when he felt sharp pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8442,"this ee twisted his right knee on non-skid cleats on a bobcat as he climbed into the operator's compartment. surgery was required on march 10, 2003.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8443,ee was reinstalling abb analyser into the feed shelf inlet when the inlet became positive from cleaning that was taking place above blowing open port and hot kiln dust coming from port hitting employee in back and upper neck causing 1st and 2nd degree burns to the back of the neck area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8444,as the ee was straightening up a pile of rib straps on a supply car at slope pitmouth he was cutby a rib strap thru his gloves. 4 stitches were required to close the wound,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8445,"the welder was standing to the side approximately 20' away from where a hydraulic hammer was hitting on a rope socket wedge to free it, when a piece of metal sliver flew out and hit his right cheek.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8446,ee was trying to get ee's drill steel out of the mine roof with ee's drill pot. the steel popped out of the chuck and struck ee on ee's right thumb causing a fracture. ee began missing work on 2/1/2023.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8447,"jaw crusher operator was attempting to dislodge a stone wedged at the crusher jaw throat. while attempting to manually move the stone, another stone slid down the attached grizzly, crushing the employees right hand between the two stones. employee sustained injury to three fingers on rt hand, with amputation necessary at hospital on first two joints of rt ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8448,an employee was using a six foot pry bar when the bar slipped and hit him in the lower lip and jaw. he received a laceration to the inside lower portion of his lower lip. sutures were required to close the wound. the employee was released to return to full duty that same day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8449,on 5-9-02 the injured was pounding on a shovel bucket shroud with a hammer and was struck by a piece of steel. on 5-20-02 he received medical treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8450,"ee was straightening bags on pallet, when he was hit on the ankle with the stripper bar. fellow ee pressed wrong bottom.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8451,"pinner steel got stuck in top, it fell out hitting employee on right middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8452,"employee was unloading a bundle of bracing. as the chokers were being removed, the load spread out and bumped the employee on the side of the leg (right lower).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8453,"ee was in the #3 entry spad #12799 operating helper side of fletcher rrii roofbolter. ee wasreaching for a ""pizza pan plate"" when he felt pain inhis back. ee has had a past history of back pro blems and wears a back brace for support.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8454,ee was having to use a bar to close railcar bottom door when the bar slipped out of the door socket causing ee to hit right hand onto the concrete.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8455,"employee was getting a 2100 screen on the lowebed trailer ready to mobilize. employee was placing blocks by the goose neck as they were standing on the tires of the truck. employee's left foot slipped, employee fell landing on their right side on fender of the truck. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -8456,ee was working on jaw crusher conveyor belt kneeling by the tail pulley on right knee. the next morning very sore & badly swollen,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -8457,from what the ee is say that over time his lift shoulder was hurting. this ee was off work for over 30 day before he ever filed a claim. the last day the ee worked he was ok and had no complai nts.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8458,"an employee was preparing to install cutting edges (ground engagement tools) on a motor grader, when his right-hand middle finger was caught between two cutting edges. the employee was transported to nye regional medical center where it was determined that his finger tip was fractured and 4 sutures were required to treat the laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8459,"employee was helping wind up belt rubber in roadway, hit his arm against guard and cut his forearm - small cut to lower forearm. he went to hospital, received first aid treatment (no sutures); missed one shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8460,"while escorting msha on e01 inspection (operating fan/airlock) opened airlock door, the inside door blew open and caused the first door to slam shut and smash middle finger of left hand causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8461,"employee was making an initial pass with the horizontal boring machine to smooth the inner surface of a poured lead babbitt. employee tried to pull excess gasket material from mold when the cutting edge of the bore caught left ring finger, just above the knuckle causing severe tissue trauma. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -8462,employee was removing a bolt from a filter housing using an 18 inch extension on a breaker-bar. as torque was applied to the breaker-bar the extension broke lacerating his palm against the broken extension. the laceration required two stitches to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8463,the employee was working on an air pump between 8-9 seal of the main west seals. when the employee attempted to move a large rock to free an airline ee felt pain in right shoulder. the employee did not violate and laws or company polices. ee was wearing the appropriate ppe and was properly trained. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8464,employee states he was welding a bar on the primary crusher when a piece of metal went into his right eye. employee was wearing a welding shield but was not wearing eye protection.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8465,"a mechanic suffered a strain to right shoulder while working on the scaler. the injured miner was attempting to tighten a fitting on a 2"" hydraulic hose when the tool ee was using slipped and ee felt a strain in the shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8466,he was replacing cutting edges on a loader and strained his groin while picking up a cutting edge.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8467,the employee was water blasting the north east side of the pre-heater tower when the material fell on the employee. the blow lifted the outer layer and landed on the inner penetrating it and landing on employee's neck. employee was wearing proper ppe for the task.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8468,ee was carrying 5-gallon fuel cans up top the warming heaters and strained shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8469,employee suffered a laceration to his left little finger which required sutures to close. he was removing pump covers from a pump and when the clips were removed the guard slipped and smashed his hand between guard and beam.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8470,pulling suction hose off of pump and hurt back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8471,"pulling center line out. had weight tied to it. weight fell off and down shaft, striking employee on top of head. had hard hat on. causing laceration to top of head",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8472,lifting two 5 gal cans of oil off trailer & felt sharp pain in lower back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8473,employee was breaking strap on a bundle of timbers; when the strap broke it hit him in the left eye. employee required surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8474,"while putting cement bags on packer he twisted lower back. rx - naproxen, tylenol, acetaminophen, banalog, soma, vicoden, - receiving therapy.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8475,"ee was loading the table in the jag shop with slabs of rock. there were two slabs on the table, the top one was not setting flat. ee then picked up the top slab with a rock bar to get the small rocks out from under it. the rock bar slipped off crushing two fingers under the slab on ee's left hand. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8476,"on 12/23/15, employee stated that on 11/2/15, he was removing a grease gun coupling. when the coupling released, his left elbow struck the steel frame of the wash plant causing a elbow strain and contusion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8477,"employee strained back while stacking standup. ""we were flat stacking and walking walk into pallets for standup and my lower back started to hurt i woke up saturday morning and could not move from pain "" ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8478,ee was splicing cable and had his thumb in the line of fire of his knife while doing so. the knife slipped and cut his left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8479,"after locking out the machine, the foreman was inside working on replacing wear pads. upon completion of his job ee came over to see what the foreman wanted done. the foreman was exiting the machine which entailed turning the rotor. when turning the rotor it caught ee's finger between the rotor and side plates.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8480,injured was shoveling the off side of the belt near the rock box when he began to experience lower back pain. he finished his shift but later went for medical evaluation and was diagnosed with a lower back strain and he was excused from work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -8481,"roof fell out from between the straps and struck him on the head and chin, causing a laceration requiring three sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8482,diverter going to two quality control (qc) bins was sticking allowing leaking of product. work order was submitted at 8:00 am to troubleshoot leakage and repair.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8483,employee was lifting tool box out of maintenance truck and twisted his back. employee reported injury on 1/31.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8484,"miner pinched the tip of ee's right middle finger as they were closing the door to the payloader. the miner had entered and was seated in the cab of the equipment, when they pulled the door closed they caught a finger between the door and frame of the equipment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8485,"a jack fell from the roof bolter. worker was trying to return it to the machine and dropped it, striking his right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8486,employee was performing descaling operation on preheater tower. a blowback situation occurred resulting in first and second degree burns to neck and chest.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8487,employee stated that ee was in the process of moving a tool box that had a weight of approximately 45 lbs. to set it on a tool sled when ee felt pain in ee's lower back. this was a non-witnessed event that occurred off of the section. the employee has had a medical history with ee's back in this region and had been treated in the past for similar episodes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8488,"ee was installing 5 ft torque tension bolts in 8 ft height. a piece of draw rock fell out as he drilled, hit the drill pot, broke and struck him on the upper lip. stitches were used at the e.r. to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8489,"while installing an oil header the employee was holding the header in place while another employee was threading the union, header slipped and employee caught the header and felt a pop in his right elbow. currently the employee is on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8490,while advancing 12 right outby supply doors one of the doors fell over on ee striking in the middle of the back. ee had back problems in the past.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8491,throwing shrink wrap bag over pallet of dust.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -8492,"while attempting to lift access lid on a vsi crusher, employee strained muscles in his shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8493,"ee was beating on spool on dust collector, unchocking hopper with vibrator & hopper door came loose & fell on ee's shoulder",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8494,employee was reaching up to climb on a forklift when he felt popping and snapping in his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8495,"a water pump in the pond was being replaced by 6 employees. one employee was holding a 48"" pipe wrench holding the shaft in place. another employee was using a 36"" pipe wrench to turn the shaft to break it free. as the employee turned the shaft, the employee holding the pipe wrench lost grip and the tool swung around coming off striking an employee in the head above left ear.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8496,"prying rubber seal on junction box with a 4"" screwdriver. hand slipped causing screwdriver to come in contact with right cheek of face that required sutures to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8497,claimant states he was working on battery on cat skidloader. as he got up from his knees to answer the phone he felt pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8498,ee was attempting to remove a broken striker barfrom a rock drill flushing head by striking the flushing head against the edge of a solid metal surface. he was holding the flushing head with b oth hands. he misjudged swing it & caught his finger under it. the flushing is steel & weightsabout 20lbs. right 5th finger laceration/fracture 1st joint. dislocation 2nd joint,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8499,employee was using a ratchet and spud to tighten hex bolt for drum extension on the head of miner. the spud slipped off bolt and his right hand ring finger struck the drum extension causing fracture to right ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8500,"ee was performing various tasks, welding and grinding. ee was not sure of the exact time or source but eye became irritated during lunch break and assumed happened prior.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8501,"employee was performing routine cleaning in the preheat tower with a woma gun. when the employee initiated the woma gun, hot feed blew back onto the employee causing burns to the back of his unprotected head, neck, and left ear. ee refused to wear ppe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8502,he was shoveling when he felt a pull in his groin. *we dispute the allegations in citation #8051197 and submit this report solely to terminate the citation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8503,"ee helping to move portable tank(60 gal.)- when adjusting, he pinched r. middle finger between tank and loading tool. ee was wearing gloves butpinch caused laceration to pad of finger. clinic cleaned & closed w/12 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8504,alleged accident happened when miner moved rock to hold drawbar down on pump.he told other that he thought he hurt his back.he finished week out w/o incident.he called on monday and said he was going to family dr and she put him off work until 12/27. we sent him to our occupational dr on 12/14 and he immediately release him for lighduty as of 12/20 he has not reported back to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8505,employee was lifting a granite block w/wedges when a small piece of stone broke off and grazed his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8506,"the employee was cleaning the riser on the 4th floor west side, with a wama gun, when hot dust flew out of the pot hole and get into their left eye. the employee was using all ppe at that time. immediately, they flushed their eye. they experienced redness in their eye on 08/02/2017.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8507,"worker was loading a truck under the tanks and when he closed the door, he caught his finger between the lever that operates the door and a piece of the framework under the tanks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8508,"the injured was lowering a roof jack when a piece of slate fell and struck him in the right upper arm. the injured contined to work, but he was experiencing weakness and pain in his right arm. a second exam revealed that he has a rotator cuff tear. he was taken off work on august 16, 2009.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8509,while walking from the corporate office to the dumpster a shard of glass fell out of a garbage bag striking the employee on his left lower leg (calf) causing a laceration requiring 25 stiches to close,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8510,employee was assisting in making a high-pressure hose. he was holding the hose while another employee was cutting the new hose with a hacksaw. the saw slipped and cut the operators finger tip. it required five stitches to the middle finger of the right hand and an updated tetanus shot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8511,"while employee was getting dressed, an adjacent m.t. basket dropped striking ee on scalp.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8512,ee struck right thumb with 4# hammer while installing a pin in a bucket shroud resulting in a crushing/laceration injury to the thumb requiring 3 stitches. no restricted duty,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8513,"employee was installing a guard on a turning gear in the pellet plant when felt discomfort in midsection. employee diagnosed with a periumbilical hernia on august 25, 2016. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8514,"a track came off the excavator & 1 guy was in the excavator lifting that side up w/bucket. injured ee was using spud bar to lift track back up into place. when track went on, the bar slipped o ff & bounced up hitting ee in the jaw & fractured left jaw.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8515,employee was attemting to remove bridged material when rock slid down the side of hopper cutting right leg,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -8516,reportedly the employee was operating a shredder when the flipper kicked off and quit running. reportedly the employee was shoveling the packed clay from the flipper when he felt pain in his left shoulder. employee was placed on restricted duty by doctor on 8/19/2010.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8517,employee was helping to install a hi-speed roller with a slate bar. the roller slipped on the slate bar and his right hand became caught between the slate bar and belt structure.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8518,a fully trained miner was installing a brake unit on a take up when the shaft on the brake slid causing employee's left middle finger to be caught between the shaft and the brake causing a laceration that required sutures. there were no compliance issues nor protective guarding involved and no days were missed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8519,"while splitting slab of rock, hammer missed chiesel and hit himself in the knee (left).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8520,employee was picking up a bag containing coal using his left arm when he strained a muscle in his left arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8521,strain to lower arm requiring splint for 2 weeks. ee was lifting bags of anfo picking bags up off of the ledge. grabbing bags with ee's left hand to load the holes. noticed it about 6pm at home after work. couldn't get comfortable when ee tried to go to sleep. this morning ee couldn't pick up an orange. has a hard time opening ee's hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8522,"foreman & employees were cleaning off a wooded area when a tree got hung under a branch. before they could react, the tree broke free and hit ee on the leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8523,employee was walking with a 50 lb. bag of anfo and ee's back went out. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8524,"while installing a drive shaft in the bulldozer, he felt a pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8525,employee was attempting to cut belt with knife and lost balance and inadvertently cut right thigh causing injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8526,employee was struck by a piece of drawrock while installing roof bolts. (the rock fell as the drill steel was placed against the roof to drill the hole).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8527,employee was cleaning out a clogged chute at hammermill and when he was finished he felt a pain in his right shoulder area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8528,"employee was removing a section of handrail. as employee cut the upright, the handrail fell. the employee grabbed the handrail and strained his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8529,"ee's coat sleeve got caught on drill steel, twisting his arm. his partner reversed controls to untwist the arm. damage appeared to be a contusion (no broken skin or bones),treated with 1st aid, but in evening, ee decided to go to the doctor. x-rays proved no broken bones, but the doctor decided to drain fluid and observe him overnight monitoring for muscle damage.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8530,"the employee was removing buildup from the preheater using an airlance. after performing this task for about a week, the employee complained of a sore right arm. he was placed on restricted duty following a medical exam on 11/14/05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8531,the dragline operator and the dozer operator were involved in removing the wear cap adapters. after removing the keepers the adapter would not come off. coworker then attempted to loosen it by striking it with a #12 sledge hammer. after hitting sveral times both workers received small steel slivers imbedded in their legs. the steel was removed at the emergency room.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8532,"while moving 55 gallon oil drums toward back of service truck by hand to unload, he smashed his right index finger between two barrels.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8533,miner was pulling jackleg out of the mud. he strained muscles of lower back and between shoulders.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8534,while the employee was moving back a roll-away chute from a screen box. a piece of grip strut catwalk that was standing against the handrail behind him fell and struck employee on the right side of his back. causing a fracture to a rib.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8535,"a maintenance trainee was splicing a cable and cut his left thumb with his belt knife, requiring (12) twelve stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8536,the person was closing a knife and cut his leg with the blade.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8537,employee was hooking up a chain from shuttle car to shuttle car. he did not know that a scoop had come around to push shuttle car back. he got his left leg caught between the two shuttle cars that resulted in a fracture to left ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8538,"employee was splicing belt. ee was placing board underneath belt to help support for cutting. ee flipped the rubber belt over board and felt a shocking pain in finger tip on three lower fingers of right hand. employee was feeling pins and needles in those fingers, employee then started feeling pain in their right thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8539,employee was driving a wedge with a hammer to loosen concaves on primary crusher when the wedge released and struck the employee on the back of the leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8540,"ee & co-worker were attempting to place an uppertoggle plate seat (250 lbs.) in the crusher by placing a pipe thru the holes in the conveyor framing using a come-a-long. the pipe that was hol ding the weight slipped out of one of the holes falling down 6"" striking ee across the shoulders& pinning her with the weight of the seat. she was pinned not more than 2 min. taken to hosp.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8541,ee was installing dust collector bags as his finger was struck by bag cage that another employee installed. physican prescribed medication for wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8542,"ee discovered old sulfuric acid line entangle on the float paddle shaft. ee cut line free from shaft not knowing the line was an old sulfuric acid line. when the pipe was cut, tension on the l ine caused the pipe to strike the ee's face & splashed acid on the right side of his face and into right eye. ee did have safety equipment in use at time of incident and use proper safety pro",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8543,"employee was prying with pry bar on head shaft of crusher feeder, the bar slipped causing the employee to fall backwards. employee struck middle of his back against a cross member of crusher.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -8544,ee was working in the shop removing a deck plate. he attempted to push the plate out of the way with his foot. he felt a sharp pain in his knee.he had surgery to repair torn knee cartilage.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8545,injured was cleaning in the jackline and putting a piece of rock under the tailside skid. he was pushing rock further back under the skid when the positive set activated and caught his finger between the rock and the bottom of the skid.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8546,"employee was changing out a troughing roller when a speck of rust/metal got into employee's right eye. employee thought employee got metal out of eye, but eye swelled up the next morning, and sought treatment to remove piece of rust/metal.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8547,"employee was cleaning the resevior pumphouse. he was moving 2 gallon buckets partially filled with stone. after moving 3rd bucket, he experienced intense abdominal pain. had co-worker contact supervisor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -8548,"employee was sliding a grating into a location. when sliding the grating, the grating slipped and pinched fingers on both hands. lost tip of left little finger and had lacerations on the others.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8549,employee was stacking 100 lb bags. noticed soreness in right wrist towards end of the shift. went home for the evening and woke up with swelling in the morning. notified supervisor and saw doctor for x-ray. employee was given restriction of lifting in excess of 10 lbs for one week a brace is also to be worn for one week.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8550,employee was picking a piece of metal off a conveyor that had come through a crusher and burned his right hand on the metal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8551,ee was helping to set a steel plate used as a guard in place on a conveyor. he was attempting tomove it in place by pulling on it. at the time of accident it was thought to be a pulled muscle. a recent doctor's test discovered a rotator cufftear.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8552,"employees were lifting a portable metal stairway into a semi-trailer for transport. as he slid it into the trailer, a piece of metal caught his right index fingernail and cut it open. needed numerous stitches to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8553,"on 04/18/07, employee was cutting rubber for belt skirting with a utility knife. when he cut through the rubber, he also cut his left leg. the puncture was closed with sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8554,"employee was positioning a sheave so it could be hoisted, then installed onto a reducer shaft. as he was rolling it into position to be lifted, it fell sideways and pinched employee's finger b etween the sheave and the shaft.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8555,employee was jacking a truck up when the jack kicked out striking him in the right hand. he felt slight numbness in his fingers but continued to work the remainder of his shift and thereafter. on 9/30/2010 he had a minor surgery to repair a nerve in his right hand. the surgery required 5 sutures to close the incision that was made.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8556,this report is a centinuance of an accident incurred on 89-11-01. ee returned to full duty on 9-23-01 from this accident. ee worked 8 days and on 10-4-01 at 3 pm. could not report to work beca use of pain in upper back. ee was sent to m.d. and was treated on 10-4-01. diagnoisis is same as previous injury on 8-11-01. ee was release with restriction of no lifting pushing pulling.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8557,"employee was chipping slag off 4"" pipe that has just been welded when a small particle of slag went around his safety glasses and welding hood and into his left eye. the revision is being generated pursuant to citation #8209468 issued on 1/20/15 & management disagrees that a violation of the standard cited exists",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8558,"ee was observing the maintenance crew work, ee was standing 15' away with all p.p.e. on when a piece of metal the crew was chipping flew at ee striking ee in the tooth. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8559,employee was positioned inside of a manlift installing a pivot arm cap on a tailgate pivot arm of an 830e komatso haul truck. the employee placed two bolts in the cap and was reaching down to pick up another bolt when the cap came loose stiking the little finger on the right hand which was positioned on the handrail of the manlift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8560,ee's finger was caught in the cab door of drill tech #874-014 as he was exiting the cab.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8561,employee split his lip with a wrench.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8562,injured lacerated his right middle finger when it was caught between a gear that was being pried off by his partner and a metal housing the gear was in. he required sutures for the laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8563,lifting rub rail on miner strained back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8564,"employee was performing a pm on a drill and needed to change the hydraulic filters. he drained the filter housings and started to remove one. as he unscrewed it, he placed his hand under the f ilter to support it and when it came loose, it dropped and smashed his little finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8565,ee felt pain while carrying heavy mill plate.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8566,injured was lowering the gate between the first and second stagy drying. slack devoloped in the chain and when he reached his fire. it'll the gate dropped and struck him on the wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8567,"ee was overpacking drums. the drum that was being lifted slipped from the grabber and smashed two fingers (little & ring) and wrist between/against the overpack. hand was x-rayed (no fracture). ee was told by physician not to use hand until monday, sept 27, 2004 and wear wrist brace.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8568,employee was shoveling material at the base of the elevator. while pulling material out they felt a pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -8569,"employee was cutting a toggle bearing out and when he went to pry it off, it fell out and hit his left foot, behind his steel toe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8570,repositioning a roof strap on the plank jack and pinched his hand between the rib and strap. (6 sutures).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8571,employee was removing top belts structure form belt line when he smashed his finger requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8572,"removing a table and vice from a drill platform. removing the top t bolt and was starting to remove the bottom t bolt, when the vice rotated and pinched the employee's finger between the vice and the bolt. requiring nine stitches to close the wound to the tip of right middle finger. an x-ray showed no fracture. the employee was released on restricted duty. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8573,employee had hand in door closure.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8574,crushed finger a kiln-2 coal merrick level with air lance,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8575,"connecting coupler to 3"" poly line when ratchet slipped off striking injured in nose & breaking nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8576,miner began having pain in his right hand after turning and handling drilling rods.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8577,ee was tossing a battery to a higher level. when the battery didn't go high enough they attempted to catch it as it fell. in doing this they sandwiched a finger between the battery and a conduit.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8578,unloading metal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8579,employee dropped a tool inside a chute. he cut his forearm on a piece of flat bar while reaching to the tool.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8580,plant operator was pulling a rolling ladder across the floor when one of the legs caught the toe plate causing the ladder to come to an abrupt stop. this caused a sudden twisting to his lower back resulting in a muscle strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8581,employee was lifting a block & felt something pull in his arm. missed work 9/10 & 9/11 rtw 9/12 then began missing 9/13/07 to current. questionable injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8582,loading rock dust. something flew under safety glasses and went in left eye causing pain and swelling.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8583,ee was supplying #3 roof bolter. he was loading resin glue on back of the bolter and when he threw a box of glue he twisted a little & pulled muscle in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8584,the employee got his right foot caught between the relay bar and the pontoon of a longwall shield as it was advancing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8585,"employee came in early before normal work shift. normally he operates a ram car coal hauler. on this date, he was operating a roof bolter. after helping co-worker bolt one place, he was experiencing pain in his upper back and right shoulder. he has a history of arthritis in shoulders, back and neck. on the following day discomfort worsened and he started missing time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8586,"the injured was lifting a metal door with another employee. during this lift, the employee pulled/strained a muscle in his groin area. please note: employee did not begin missing work for this injury until 4/17/09.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8587,ee pulled muscles in his lower back while moving steel plates. ee was transported to hospital by company truck and was examined by dr. dr stated that ee had pulled muscles in his lower back and would require light duty for five days. he was given muscle relaxants.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8588,employee was re-claiming belt line control cable in the 1 north panel cross-cut 80 in #5 entry. he was pulling on the belt line control cable and hit his right arm on a roof bolt plate causing it to be cut right above the elbow. he received 4 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8589,employee was scaling down new drill site with appropriate length scaling bar. rock came down on end of scaling bar causing scaling bar to go down & scaling striking employee on upper right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8590,the injured employee was using an impact wrench to remove bolts. the employee states that while doing this something got in his eye. he removed some type of foreign body from his eye the following day. his eye was red and sore.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8591,ee was putting up rib bolt; suction hose got damaged; took off glove reached down with his left hand to fix hose and a piece of metal poked thru top of left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8592,"ee approached the sump to the north and perched himself onto a fixed concert support base and attempted to use a shovel to clean-off the grating. while cleaning off the grating, the ee repositioned himself which caused his right foot to slip off of the base and submerge 3-feet into the hot slurry. the hot slurry overflowed into the ee's boot immediately.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8593,employee was pulling a submersible pump out of a sump and felt a pain in the groin. ee continued to work all scheduled shifts. ee was diagnosed with a hernia on 1/5/2017. ee was taken off work after being seen by a surgeon on 1/11/2017. lost work days will begin counting from 1/11/17.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8594,"employee was assisting in removing transfer chute door, when removing last fastener holding the door, the door swung open making contact with his left ear, causing laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8595,employee had just loosened the heal with air on the bottom of acid car & was getting ready to take off nipple so that the acid hose could be attached. he forgot to check that the valve was com pletely closed on the car & check the nipple for pressure. acid came out when the nipple was removed & splashed down his liquid proof coat sleeve & into his glove & boot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8596,vise grips slipped while repairing conveyor split lip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8597,"ee was pushing on a bolt to straighten it. his hand slipped off the bolt and his right thumb struck the drill pot, bending it backward and causing the injury. he was in 6 right inby spad #17990.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8598,while shoveling snow and having to throw it a good distance ee experienced pain in the groin area that evening at home. the injury was reported the next day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8599,as ee was chiseling a stone a piece of the hammer head broke off and went into his finger causing a puncture wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8600,"ee was using a knife to cut belt, knife slipped and lacerated left thigh requiring five staples",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8601,employee was inspecting silo 4 by opening an inspection door on the airslide under the silo. when he opened the door the material puffed out of the door and some cement got in his eye causing eye burn to the left eye. he was taken to the doctor the next day for treatment and was prescribed some eye drops. employee returned to work on the same day on light duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8602,"employee was preparing to removing a camlock from the rear of the water truck. it was stuck, so they attempted to tap the fitting with a hammer and it had pressure built up and it struck the employee in the mouth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8603,employee was working to put mill rods into the raw mill when ee felt a sudden pain in left shoulder. the next morning the pain had increased and went to the doctor to be evaluated.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8604,hazardous procedure,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8605,employee was stacking stone on pallet when the stone broke and fell onto his middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8606,injured employee strained his left shoulder and back while loading a tool box on the 8 right section. employee began to miss work on 12/10/2013.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8607,"employee was removing liners from #2 fm, cutting lines and breaking loose with hammer. piece of metal broke away when liner was struck with hammer, no larger than 1/2"" to 1"" cut through pant leg which punctured right inner thigh. he received 2 stitches/sutures and returned to work same day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8608,"during swing shift, ee over-exerted himself for several days by shoveling rock & concrete. ee also has degenerative disc disease, which could contribute to his back problems.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8609,ee pulled arm & shoulder while lifting a liner which weighed about 100 pounds.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8610,employee was pouring concrete and discovered a hole in boot allowing concrete to contact skin and causing a burn.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8611,while putting in timber in a raise the ee twisted & turned improperly causing an injury to his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8612,ee was checking on a cooler feeder that wasn't working properly. ee removed the covers from the feeder to troubleshoot. ee used his middle finger to feel if the lime was packed behind the coil. while sweeping lime out ee felt a pop in the tip of his middle finger. when he pulled his hand out he noticed the tip of his finger was slightly bent and swollen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8613,individual not concentrating while moving the track rail bender along the rail when it became stuck. when pulling on the bender he felt a pop in the right shoulder. this did not involve any compliance issues. it did not involve jobs skills or attitude. personal safety items were being utilized.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8614,employee was changing bottom roller on belt line and felt pain in his right shoulder and neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8615,"the employee was injured when he opened a port on top of a cement silo to take a silo level measurement. the silo was full and continuing to fill, which caused the material to blow into his eyes. the material in his eyes resulted in scratches to the cornea of both eyes. he was taken to a local hospital where his eyes were flushed and medication given.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8616,"ee was working on e-21/e-23 chute on the first landing. ee lifted a 12"" x 24"" liner out of the truck and carried it over to the concrete platform at the base of the transfer tower. as ee stepped up to the concrete, ee felt a strain in left knee. ee continued to carry 2 additional liners up to the platform but the pain persisted.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8617,tech was opening box with box cutter when it slipped and hit him in the leg causing a cut requiring 2 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8618,ee was struck by a falling hyd tank that had slipped from a chain lifting device. laceration required staples to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8619,"ee was lifting laboratory sample and felt sharp pain in lower back. seen by company's occupational physician, who diagnosed lower back muscle strain and gave prescription meds x3 (muscle relaxer, analgesic cream and 800 mg motrin). lifting restriction x 1 week, did not affect ability to perform primary duties or tasks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8620,"while attempting to remove the bucket from a skid steer, the bucket came loose and struck iw in the shin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8621,"while adjusting a tail-pulley down, ee started having some discomfort on left side of chest",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8622,employee was working on the no. 4 belt drive installing a back board and while lifting he strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8623,"reportable only. no lost time. splicing belt, cut finger with knife. 3 sutures required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8624,"employee was adjusting the 4 1/4 cone crusher with co-worker. after taking up the crusher by running some rock through, the workers began to re-set wedges. one of the posts started to drop. employee grabbed the post with his left hand while co-worker shoved a wedge into its slot catching the employee's finger between the inside of the slot and the wedge.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8625,"while moving 2 large pieces of equipment, operator had to move blocks while in an awkward position.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8626,employee was backing up with the d-10 dozer and backed into feeder #3. he was taken to the hospital and had broken ribs and a bone broke in his collar.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -8627,"employee was pulling a roll of flex line on an elevated bed of a pump truck with a 4"" strap. another employee was pushing the roll. as the roll broke over the edge, the employee stopped it briefly and then let it go but attempted to slow the momentum of the fall and therefore the weight of the roll jerked his wrist from the weight causing pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8628,"employee was cleaning the hammermill when a co-worker stepped on the bearing causing one of the hammers to fall on the top of his left hand. employee had a small abrasion on the top of his left hand causing tenderness to the top of his hand, two fingers, wrist and upper forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8629,employee was cutting rope when knife slipped and lacerated opposite hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8630,"ee was operating a 7ls joy shearer cutting coal,he said he struck his head against a shield. cause of this injury was awareness. compliance with rules/regs not a factor, protective equipment w as not a factor, miner proficiency a factor, mining equipment/systems may be a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8631,employee had taken the hitch off of the it14 loader. he was going to put it in his grease truck when he lifted the hitch he felt a pull in his back. back strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8632,"while lifting a 3/4"" steel plate (120 - 150 lbs) from the floor to the drill press, worker felt a strain in his groin area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8633,"injured was working on a mini-trac and hit elbow. ee was seen by the dr. on 12/2/2019 and placed on restricted duty, a bone spur was found, by xray, in right elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -8634,ee was heating coal screens with a torch when he accidentally passed torch flame over his left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8635,cut left forearm with utility knife.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8636,employee lifted a top belt roller when he felt a pull in his groin. employee worked for an additional 5 days before seeking medical assistance.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8637,"employee was air lancing along the south wall of stage 1 to remove build-up of material. as the employee pushed forward with the air lance, they felt a pop in their left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8638,grinding a chisel and sneezed and finger hit the spinning grinding wheel,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8639,he was opening a garage door that is difficult to open when he felt pain in his right shoulder. he then proceeded to work on un-clogging the mill feed with a pry bar. while prying the particles apart with a pry bar. while prying downwards the pry bar slipped and put extra strain the his right arm. this slip caused his right shoulder to begin aching. he notified his supervisor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8640,laying track lifted rail & strain neck & lower back. did not stop work until 6/1/07. reported injury to companyon 6/6/07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8641,"ee was using a pry bar to take swing brake off swing motor. when ee applied pressure to bar ee experienced pain under right pectoral muscle, initially filed as report only. employee contacted clinic 12/15/22 requesting evaluation & treatment due to on-going pain stating unable to breathe normally or sleep normally due to pain. ee went to lcmc-ed for treatment. no restrictions. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8642,assisted coworker lifting hoses 8/30. noticed l side pain next morning. went to er 9/1. diagnosed w/abdominal wall strain. no treatment. continued to work until 9/12 when off for unrelated elective surgery. contact foreman 9/27 that ee had surgery 9/26 for hematoma thought to be caused by strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8643,"loading 4"" steel pipe onto flatbed trailer strained lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8644,"he was carrying a 6' pump, stepped on a piece ofcoal and rolled foot sideways.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8645,injured was building a platform when the electrical hand held grinder he was operating kicked-back striking him on the left side of the face and chipping a tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8646,injured ee got a piece of forign material in his right eye while gridning he went to the dr the next day the embedal material was removed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8647,"employee was bolting on offside, started drilling hole and broke small rock loose. the spinning motion of drill steel caused it to spin off hitting him just below the nose on upper lip resulting in 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8648,3 south section putting conveyor chain back together. he was using hammer to hit strap on chain for alignment. when a sliver of metal broke off and struck left side of face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8649,elliott employee was disassembling a machine for repairs. a piece that was believed to be secured unexpectedly moved. employees right hand was pinched between part and stationary object resulting in a laceration to palm of hand at base of index finger. cut required nine stitches to close. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8650,employee was emptying the baghouse hopper. the dust from it went up pant leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8651,bolter operator was bolting when steel broke hitting him in the hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8652,employee was diagnosed with an abdominal hernia. he has missed no work due to his illness as of 10-01-01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8653,"on 6-27-01, ee was trying to remove a stuck bag in palletizer. supervisor camy by and turned machine on which caused ee's arm to get pinched between bag and frame. on 10-16-2001, ee complained that his shoulder was bothering him--at time of accident he said he was o.k.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8654,ee was digging in a brick pile removing brick and a brick was hung up and when it broke loose he blocked it with his arm to keep it from hitting his head and caused abrasion on his arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8655,contract ie was unloading cribs from a scoop bucket. ie was reaching into the bucket to retrieve from a smaller pile when another employee cut the bands on a second pallet of cribs. they spilled over contacting the ie's right hand. mach was made of aware of this accident 03/05/2018 via compliance staffing agency.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8656,"employee was erecting steel when his right glove got caught in between two plates of steel and pulled his finger in between the two plates, causing a laceration on the end of the right middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8657,"ee roof bolter, cut his left hand. ee was climbing onto the bolter, grabbed the railing, his hand slipped and rubbed across a bolt attached to the hand rail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8658,"was attempting to enter the 1979 john deere motor grader. placed right foot on bottom step, grabbed both hand rails and right knee popped. intense pain and immediate swelling.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8659,hydraulic cylinger came loose and it had pressure in it causing oil to squirt on face. oil squirted on right side of face from chin to hairline.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8660,an employee was assisting another employee in removing a flange bolt. the wrench slipped on the bolt head causing it to contact the employee's left thumb tip. he received a laceration and fracture to the tip. sutures were needed to close the wound and a splint was applied. the employee returned to full duty on his next shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8661,while attempting to remove pipe grating and valve pipe wrench slipped and finger was smashed between pipe wrench & grating. ee went to clinic and received stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8662,the employee was installing a rub rail back on the continuous miner when he inadvertently smashed his right thumb resulting in a fracture to the thumb tip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8663,shoveling gravel onto conveyor belt when back gave out. ee had multifusion to his back in february and was released w/no restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8664,"while operating dozer, employee ran over rock with blade up and it threw him into door handle, where he hit his face. contusion to nose & mouth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -8665,smashed base of thumb while separating two pipes,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8666,employee was changing a center roller on a top structure when the slate bar slipped mashing finger between the bar and the belt structure causing a laceration and broke finger tip. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8667,the employee was pulling cable off hte roof. he pulled on the cable and the insulated hanger gave way and the weight of the cable caused the other hangers to give away one after another and th e end of the cable hit him in the groin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8668,"ee was removing rocks out of scalping screen, one rock became stuck between the screen wall and the top cover to the scalping screen. while tugging on the rock it became loose smashing the ee's left index finger against the 1/4 inch steel top cover plate causing injury to the employee's left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8669,employee had his right foot on belt while belt was being laped up. belt clamp came off belt and hit him on right leg above ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8670,employee wrenched his back when stepping out of doorway.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8671,"employee strained left shoulder and upper arm accessing water truck cab. restricted duty to no repetitve lifting over 20 lbs, no pushing/pulling over 20 labs force, no reaching over shoulder, prescribed celebrex and vicoden.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8672,employee was using handtools on the battery compartment of a loader when the compartment lid closed on his left middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8673,ee was cleaning up around pin supply hole and cut top of hand on roof bolt band susfairing 2 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8674,"while removing the doors on the bottom of #3 finish mill material cooler, the door began to fall and when ee reacted, it struck the inside of his right forearm and wrist area. he kept working until he realized the pain and aching wasn't going away. went to the doctor on 7/18/08.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8675,employee was dragging an empty fire hose across the plant floor when ee felt a sharp stinging pain in ee's abdominal area. ee was able to work full duty until surgery 2/22/2022. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8676,"employee had trouble with the dump lever when attempting to dump the haul truck. ee gave it another good pull, and felt a pop in ee's shoulder. ee was taken to the er, referred to a specialist, currently ongoing.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8677,the ee was shoveling cement into a screw box. the ee was raising up with a shovel full of material and twisted at the waist to put the cement into the screw. upon doing so the ee felt a sharp pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8678,removing coupling from from barges. cable had a twist in it and when employee grabbed it twisted his right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8679,picked up a 5 gallon jug of oil and immediately felt pain in his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8680,"ee moving chute liner; liner dropped on left foot. ee refused medical treatment; discomfort continued, requested medical attention 11/2 - x-ray showed fracture of toe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8681,employee was working on a screen in the plant when his knee pain worsen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8682,"employee went to company doctor on 12-13-01, stitches were applied and employee was returned to full duty. employee was taking nut off using a ratchet and torque multiplier wrench with a cheat er pipe. cheaterpipe came off the ratchet, sprung up and hit employee on the nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8683,while shoveling & dusting the coal ribs employee stated that he noticed a red area on his left forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8684,after changing oil in the feeded the ee was reinstalling a cover on the side of the machine. one bolt had been installed and he was preparing to insert the second bolt when the cover fell off striking him on the left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8685,"employee was carrying a bulk bag of clay with a forklift. the bulk bag weighing 600 lbs shifted on the pallet. he reportedly tried to push the bag back into place, when he felt pain in his abdomen. he reported alleged accident on 8/15/05. he was taken to doctor on 8/30/05 at which time he was placed on restricted duty",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8686,removing filter from dirt moving equipment. was standing on tire when wrench slipped. fell breaking her collarbone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -8687,digging out crusher with hands a rock slipped out of grasp and landed on left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8688,employee was operating a dual-boom roof bolter when he caught his left arm on the corner of a roof bolt plate that was bent down. this resulted in a laceration that required stitches to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8689,"realigning y8 coolers. while opening a water valve, the wrench slipped off of the valve handle on the gate valve and he smashed his hand on the gate valve next to the one he was opening. he fractured his middle & ring finger on his right hand. he was treated with cold compresses and buddy tape. he was given a prescription for pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8690,"miner was in the process of removing wedges on right side of tracked jaw feeder. during removal of the last wedge, the panel suddenly fell trapping the miner between the counterweight on excavator and the panel. the weight and force of the panel caused blunt force trauma to the chest and head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8691,"ee was assisting in placing the compressor trailer tongue on the pickup hitch. the compressor trailer tongue slipped, falling to the ground and striking the ee on the top of his right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8692,ee was washing his face at a safety shower when he rubbed his right eye with his finger. his finger had caustic on it causing a burn. the ee is not losing any time and is not on work restricti ons.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8693,"injured employee was hanging a piece of curtain, when the prop fell and struck his hand, resulting in a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8694,"the employee was assisting with installation of a new screen. he was holding a piece of rubber to cut in his left hand and the knife went through the rubber and cut his left thumb, resulting i n stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8695,"employee was using a 3/8"" hand drill when the bit became stuck. the drill rotated out of his hand and struck the back of his right hand resulting in a fracture to the 4th metacarpus.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8696,"changing rollers out on #1 belt. employee was removing clip to replace roller with screw driver, clip flew out of belt structure and hit him in right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8697,"a belt repair was taking place on an easi-miner. the remnants of the belt were removed. while attempting to back off the adjuster on the short conveyor so the new belt could be fastened together a piece of parting, approximately 30 lbs, fell off of the adjustment guide and struck the mechanic above the left eye causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8698,employee was using a chain saw to cut trees. the employee states as he was cutting a limb the saw kicked back and struck his shin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8699,note: this is being filed under protest. the operator maintains that the employee did not sustain an injury that would prevent the employee from performing the employee's normal work activities. the employee alleged that the employee felt a sharp pain in right shoulder while preparing roof bolts for installation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8700,finger amputation to first knuckle resulting from initial first aid claim. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8701,employee stated that while dragging 2 joints of rockdust hose with fellow employee. person along the 4 right belt he felt a sharp pain in his right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8702,ee got concrete inside his work boot - he continued to work and the concrete made a chemical burn on his left foot and ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8703,employee picked up a bag of rockdust and felt pain in shoulder. employee did not start losing time until 1/15/04 due to surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8704,"the injury occurred when the employee was assisting another employee with moving a damaged drive-line from the back of one vehicle to another. as the employees were lifting the drive line, it rolled slightly causing a sharp edge ont he drive line to cut the ee s thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8705,screw conveyor was not working and needed to be repaired. there were two employees working on the job. they went to lift up the lid on top of the screw when one of the employees lost their grip causing the lid to fall on the other employee's left pinky finger causing a laceration. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8706,hit left thumb with hammer while trying to remove bit from drill steel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8707,2 mechanics were reinstalling a plant crusher accumulator. the part had 3 sheared bolts and broken seal causing a hyd oil leak. ee was lifting the part back into position by hand while waiting for the hyd jack to hold it in place. accumulator got in a bind with the support clamp and fell back to the deck smashing ee's left middle finger. ee was wearing gloves. part weighs 30-40lbs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8708,"ee was helping drive pin out of rock breaker and the hammer glanced off of punch, striking him in the hand, causing a bruise. ee was seen by doctor and released back to his work. ee has since returned to doctor because of swelling and is now on restricted work as of 7/26/10.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8709,ee was helping lift a hydraulic ram on a omnicone crusher. the ram tilted and caught ee's finger against the crusher frame. ee was wearing gloves which prevented more serious injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8710,employee states he was pulling pins out of rear suspension using an otc ram when he felt his back pop.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8711,employee was cutting a handrail off a barge when it fell and struck him on the back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8712,employee was removing the drive shaft on a loader with pry bar. the drive shaft fell and hit the pry bar causing it to hit the employee in the chin. stitches were necessary.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8713,"employee was working indoors in the chilton manufacturing facility where he is a splitter operator. he was trimming a piece of stone using a chisel and hammer and missed the stone, striking his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8714,ee was working on the curb line around 5-1-01 (pushi8ng 7 pulling granite on rollers and standing pieces upright). noticed a pain in his stomach-and it has gotten much worse lately.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8715,"sampling aggregate from flowing stream, was holding a 5 gallon bucket with both hands, sweeping the the bucket through the aggregate stream from side to side. noticed pain in lower back. pain gradually increased.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8716,ee was hit on the right index finger by a concrete block.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8717,the employee was using a hand held grinder. when he finished his task. he lifted his face shield and looked up. it was at this time that he felt a foreign body enter his right eye. the eye was flushed and he was taken to the on-site clinic where tweezers were used to remove the foreign body.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8718,"while clearing poured slag from a table, a piece cracked as it cooled, throwing a small piece at the employee. the piece passed under the employee's safety glasses, striking him in the right eye. the employee received a corneal abrasion to the right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8719,ee was assisting another ee in preparing a plate for installation into a cone crusher. his foot slipped off the plate and his struck the plat. no lost time--stitches were required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8720,"cutting a tube, lost control of the box cutter, cut left hand",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8721,ee complained week before with his back. he had been lifting at home. when he got on dozer he said he backed over a small ridge of dirt & it jolted him some & that's when sharp pain hit him & he yelled for help.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -8722,"excavator operator was working to close to the highwall. the dozer working on the bench above knocked a bolder free that fell on the cab of the excavator, injuring the operator. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8723,ee was changing the cement valves top of grp 2 silo. the 1st bar valve moved hard. ee used full body weight on the 2nd and it moved easier causing them to be off balance. ee rolled r ankle. ee iced it and took ibuprofen. worked for 2 weeks then decided it was not feeling better. ee went in for an x ray on 3/1. displaced fracture r distal fibula. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8724,"injured claims that when he was raising up to manover machine that he hit head on top, twisted knee, fell backwards striking elbow on rock, injured lower back and felt pain in neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -8725,employee was holding steel piece in left hand grinding it with 4 ½ hand grinder held in right hand. grinder slipped cutting into index finger of left hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8726,employee got his hand pinched between a rocker arm and boom while changing a pin on a roof bolter. he received sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8727,employee was using sledge hammer pounding gear on an belt reducer. piece of metal went under safety glasses hit him in eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8728,"while lifting 3/4 steel plate 21"" x 23"", felt pinch in his back. now whenever he turns his head to right his left arm tingles under shoulder & down arm. (pinched nerve/pulled muscle.) doctor v isit 4/11/02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8729,employee was pouring hydraulic oil from a can into the miner and hit a sharp edge on the bucket and cut his right hand. the laceration required 5 sutures to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8730,employee was moving roof straps from back of roof bolter to front of roof bolter. complained of back pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8731,ee was tightening a bolt when the wrench slipped causing ee's hand to thrust forward. the ee's left hand struck the differential causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8732,injured ee & another ee were replacing the guard on #19 conveyor. injured ee was using a crescent wrench to tighten the nut that held the guard in place. the wrench slipped & struck his hand a gainst the edge of the guard resulting in laceration to top of 2 fingers right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8733,"*****reported 4/17/12*****packing bags, boxes, & buckets up steep hill, strained groin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8734,"driving on socket to install bearing, socket broke and cut him by knuckle between pointer finger and middle finger, requiring 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8735,miner was bolting and the driver steel broke and hit him in the mouth. 14 stitches were required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8736,"two mobile equipment mechanics were removing the old cutting blades from a yard loader with a torch. they did not have it blocked from underneath as they have been instructed. when the steel fell, it bounced/ricocheted onto mechanic's foot. both employees were disciplined for unsafe work practices. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8737,"mechanic moving pins for a loader into storage, picked up a pin (approx 45 lbs) and strained his back while moving. sought medical attention from family physician.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8738,"pulling tire from lace, tire fell, struck left wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8739,"while moving a piece of 30"" x 40"" x 3/8"" steel - he felt a pain in his hip area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8740,employee was tightening bolt on coal mill when he lost his footing and had onset of low back pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8741,"ee was struggling with the quality of hydrate. ee decided to dump the material. ee locked-out the hydrator and screw to troubleshoot. once the cover was open ee noticed that there was no material in the screw housing. ee used a sledge to free the material from the chute. as ee was banging on the chute, material fell into the screw housing, inundating ee. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8742,"on 10/16/08, employee was using an impact gun with his right hand in the trigger when he began experiencing pain to right wrist. employee received prescription medication on 11/18/2008.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8743,"lifting conveyor belt roller, strained back muscle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8744,"while wrapping a pallet ez40, the wrapper neededto be reset. his glove touched the plastic spool and pulled his left hand into the plastic tensioner.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8745,"ee. was struck in the face with a crowbar, and lost teeth on 4/17/2012 ee received sutures during reconstruction on 4/10/2012.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8746,"ee claims while he was splicing conveyor belt on #6, the material let loose faster than he was and caught his small finger knuckle on his right hand when the belting & the wooden block flew back at him, tearing the skin open on the knuckle needing stitches to close it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8747,while getting ready to drill a hole with a roof bolting machine the employee positioned the steel against the roof and accidentally moved the lever in the wrong position jamming the steel into the mine roof and the steel popped back abruptly hitting the employee on the index finger on his left hand causing the finger to be dislocated.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8748,"employees were removing lagging from a counterweight pulley and buffing off excess lagging. the belt was secured by clamps, counterweight picked, and system de-energized (i.e. locked out) prior to starting work. a (1) ton come-along chain link broke allowing the slack to be taken up quickly in the system. employee was caught between the roller/pulley and belt.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8749,08/01/2014 employee was shoveling sand in the blending area when he pulled a muscle in his lower back. 08/04/2014 employee reported his injury to his supervisor. he was sent in for medical treatment and prescribed medication. he was given lifting restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8750,the employee and a co-worker were changing out adrive belt on a dust collector fan. all equipment was properly locked out and they were turning the fan by hand to see if belt looked ok. the em ployee was not aware of where his hand was and caught his finger in the belt pulley. he visitedthe doctor the next day and found he had broken the finger. he is currently on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8751,"employee was welding on a caterpillar d-9 dozer. he was welding above his head. the weather that day was very windy, the wind blew a piece of metal ( a small flake) under his helmet and it lan ded in his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8752,"miner was hanging cable on a hook running along a rib. as he was hanging the cable, the hook failed, spun around, and lacerated the miners left hand and thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8753,ee had just completed the positioning of a scaffold plank & begun to raise & turn to prepare to receive next plank from co-worker. the co-workerhad prepared the rising plank too close to ee back which resulted in the ee's lower lip to strike against the plank as he turned,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8754,"welding rod stuck between 2 tires, couldn't reach it used foot to kick it.burned thru rt boot.he kept area clean, used antiseptic.7/26 it became red & swollen went to urgent care.diagnose w/quarter-size burn/puncture between big & 2nd toe w/cellulitis.wound debrided, given antibiotic & slivadene burn cream-told to clean twice/day.allowed to return to work w/out restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8755,"ee was wiping dirt from rear hazard strobe on top of tank during pre trip inspection. while climbing down the ladder, ee's wedding ring became caught on ladder rung causing a deep laceration to ring finger on right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8756,employee states he was lifting trash can (+50#) and felt pain in back. (has history of back pain) he went to clinic on 7-6-04 and was given rx medicine and placed on modified duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8757,employee was replacing screen cloth sections on the second deck of the telesmith screen at the ab plant when he felt pain in his right shoulder. the employee was taken to a local health care facility and returned to work on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8758,lifting a bonder to put on a repairman's buggy. hurting his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8759,employee was cutting a plastic sign with a utility knife. something slipped causing the knife to cut the employees left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8760,"ee was pulling on a 4"" bull hose and strained a muscle in his lwoer back resulting 4 restricted work shifts.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8761,"ee wsa breaking up material in bin with a poke bar. struck hand on side of bin. laceration between middle and index finger, 4 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8762,"the bolt wrench fell from the bolt head and bounced off of the drill pot and struck ee in the mouth, busting upper lip and chipped a tooth",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8763,"employee was in preparation to mine the no. 6 left crosscut when ee became pinned between the tail of the machine and the coal rib, resulting in fatal crushing injuries. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8764,pulling on wire cables to secure barges and pulled a muscle in his back causing a strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8765,"employee was cutting steel plate 1/2""x40""x15' from a larger sheet, when the cut plate fell to the ground, then fell on employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8766,"employee was kneeling down on decking drilling holes in side bearing plate. as he stood up, he felt pain in his right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8767,team member hit ee's finger with a 10 pound hammer. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8768,"while closing back gate of dump truck, handle slipped and struck him between nose and mouth, and chipped tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8769,ee was replacing screen cloth on the #1 wash screen. he lifted a piece of cloth with his right arm extended felt a twinge in his lower back on the right side. he operated a 769 cat wagon after wards and the pain became more sever and his back tightened up.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8770,ee jammed his left thumb while throwing a switch.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8771,"ee was sitting and building up a tooth base on a 2550 dragline bucket. he was using a 7"" disc grinder, grinding the front of the base when he heard a noise to his right. he turned to see what it was and evidently as he tuen his bodfy enoughthat his pant leg was caught by the grinder wheel which pulled the grinder into his knee cap. ee was in the bucket building.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8772,employee stated he was installing a roof bolt when the bolt bent. he put his arm up in a defensive posture and the bolt struck his left forearm. this resulted in a fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8773,injured was adding oil to the tailgate end of the shearer. the cover lid was propped open with a rock. injured had the oil filter hose up to the fitting. the cover lid fell striking injured on the right thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8774,caught left foot between scoop bucket & p/c.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8775,"ee was using a jackhammer to remove a plug of hardened clinker in the dogleg of a silo. portion of the material plug came loose and fell onto the end of the jackhammer which was positioned ins ide the chute opening. the falling material caused the jackhammer to pivot upward, striking ee below his jaw.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8776,while sliding a heavy object employee felt a sharp pain under his right shoulder blade.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8777,"employee was constructing a block stopping, and moving up kitchen supplies. employee woke up the next morning with a sore back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8778,was breaking a bolt loose when the wrench slipped causing hand to hit conveyor frame resulting in laceration to middle knuckle and pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8779,employee was tightening turn buckle on t. bar when he hit his elbow against the bolter.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8780,twisting pieces of pipe together resulting in wrist tendonitis,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8781,injured member was cutting a piece of belt when the belt knife slipped out of the belt and into the injured's leg. he received 8 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8782,"employee was removing goggles, which had wet, sandy material on them. a small amount of material fell into employee's eye. on-site medics rinsed eye, but irritation persisted. off-site physician diagnosed a scratched cornea and gave a prescription for eye medication.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8783,"while handling cable, a frayed strand punctured through ee's glove and caused a small laceration that required two stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8784,while employee was trying to get a rock out of the belt chute he slipped and fell on the other beltline causing contusions to side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -8785,"employee was climbing onto the ladder of cat 980-g loader. with one foot on the ladder, he dropped his radio to the ground. still with the one foot on the ladder, he bent to the ground to pick up his radio, straining his lower back",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8786,ee was air lancing material off burner pipe and reported a sore right shoulder. ee declined medical evaluation on 6/25/16. ee was seen by a doctor on 7/7/2016 and put on modified duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8787,"employee was bolting in the #4 heading on the operator side of fb73 on the 3rd row on the outside bolt, had drill hole and push bolt top had drill steel in left hand and drop drill head and it caught drill pot and pushed drill steel into left thigh. this resulted in a bruise. employee continued to work until 4/21/2022 when doctor took employee off work. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8788,ee got foreign material in right eye while picking up safety glasses. ee received an abrasion on eye and given a prescription eye medication for treatment. ee released back to work on full duty following medical treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8789,the drill head swing jack on the diesel power roof bolter had to be repinned to the machine. the operator caught his right thumb between the boom jack and frame as he positioned the head. this resulted in a fracture to the thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8790,"employee felt pain in his left forearm as he was operating the fill handle on the bagging machine. he initially declined medical treatment, and sought such the following day while on a paid ho liday. diagnostic x-ray and first aid performed at hospital; treating physician prescribed pain medication.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8791,the ee was cleaning his boom off. when he cut his hand on the loose rock that was on the boom. he received 4 stitches in his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8792,injury to left hand ring finger and small finger. pinned between engine parts while helping mechanic. received stiches to both fingers and small finger broken.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8793,ee was getting on #14 getman. equipment has a swing type ladder. oladder sung under basket causing ee to hyperextend right knee resulting in arthroscopy surgery on 10-03-01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8794,ee was repo. a 35' section of hose on the 5th floor of n. lime loadout. at approx. 11:00 while reaching over and pulling the hose closer to the work area he felt a sharp pain in his lower back. a co-worker assisted ee and got help that required medical attention and restricted duty the next day and until recovery is complete.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8795,ee was grinding key stock on a wheel unit when the grinder kicked back striking him on his right index finger causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8796,"ee was putting the orifice plate back on pump using air impact. he was holding the nut with his left hand, activated air impact. the nut had a burr on it and when impact was activated the burr cut thru employee's glove into the palm of hand causing laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8797,"ee was installing roof bolts, when a piece of rock fell striking him on the leg and foot. he went to er and had x-rays which showed only bruise. he was released to return to work but missed th e next day due to soreness.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8798,ee had a tool in a portable vise on the back of a utility truck. upon pressing with both hands on the lever to release the pressure of the vise it suddenly broke loose and ee put force on the inside of ee's right ring finger causing a fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8799,"employee stated he was going through 48""brattice door when the door came loose from the brattice frame. ee sustained a laceration to his hand when he grabbed the door to try & hold it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8800,employee climbed up on the duster to put rock- dust in and turned to sit down and felt a pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8801,injured employee was holding a drift pin while a second employee struck pin with a hammer. second employee missed the pin striking injured employee on the left ring finger. injured employee suffered fracture and laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8802,"pulling rods out of drill hole to change tubes, turned to stack the rod, felt back ""instantly "" hurt",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8803,was cutting a piece of metal while wearing both face shield and safety glasses when a piece of metal got into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8804,"the employee was standing on a ladder, unplugging a hot clinker dust chute. when the material flushed the ee could not get out of the way. hot dust flowed across his boots causing 2nd degree b urns to the top of both feet.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8805,"employee was cleaning parts in the prep plant. he bent over to pickup a piece of plastic pipe 8inch by 5 feet long and felt pain in upper back. began losing time on april 10, 2014.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8806,employee was lifting material and strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8807,"chipping rust off plate, a particle of rust entered his left eye behind glasses.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8808,"ee was attempting to latch a flip hopper back in place. hopper had slid forward too far for the pins to fit into the openings on track. ee was attempting to latch it by holding latch open with lt hand & pushing down on hopper with rt hand. when hopper made contact with latch, his middle lt finger was caught in pinch point, resulting in a laceration; 7 sutures required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8809,replacing screens and breaker plates on pa crusher. the hoisted cradle assembly fell free from the swivel pin bolt holding it in a raised position. the hex nut came off of the bolt threads. the assembly fell onto the arms of the employee. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8810,hurt back while putting top seal belts back on the bagger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8811,"while in process of using a auger drill, employee was drilling a hole for anchor pins, drill got hung in hole, causing drill's handle to spin, striking employee's left wrist, resulting in a scaphoid fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8812,ee was assisting in hoisting belt together in order to make a splice when the chain they were using broke. the chain struck him in the mouth and jaw causing a laceration to the lip. he was tak en to the hospital and received 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8813,employee lifted a roll of water stop and felt pain in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8814,ee was stacking rock when another employee smashed his left thumb between another rock and the one he was placing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8815,ee was shoveling belt & twisted back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8816,"employee was lifting stone from conveyor belt, felt a popping sensation in his back. he did not report injury until 8:30 pm. he did not seek medical attention until 12/15/06. light duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8817,employees glove got caught on a rotating drill steel and broke his right forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -8818,"ee was cleaning out the -pit under truck scales. while scooping material into vacuum hose, he got his hand sucked into vacuum hose up to his elbow. ee was unable to remove his hand/arm because it was around a beam. ee had no room to maeuver due to the tight quarters he was working in. he called to ee working above the pit to shut off the vacuum, at which time he was able to remove",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8819,"employee strained left shoulder when he lifted a manhole cover. employee missed his first day of work on november 6, 2009.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8820,employee torqueing a bolt with a ratchet wrench. the wrench slipped off the bolt and smashed the right pinky finger tip causing a fracture to the tip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8821,"ee was using excavator to remove ice frozen in pipe by lifting & dropping pipe with bucket. ee reported pain/soreness in middle of back. sought medical evaluation at later date, received restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -8822,"burned hand with plasma cutter. burn later became infected, resulting in loss time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -8823,working on belly pan on a d11rcd & it slipped off chain & hit ee on head & cut it in a shape on front of head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8824,employee was using knife to cut belt and the knife slipped causing injury to employee's leg,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8825,employee's hand caught between hydraulic ram and stationary ram.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8826,"employee was repairing a drive belt, and attempting to loosen a nut, using a crescent wrench. while employee was applying pressure to loosen the nut, employee felt a pain in right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8827,"an employee pinched left pinky finger between a worn shovel tooth and the lip of a service truck bed while transferring the tooth from a shovel bucket to the bed of a truck. the pinch caused a cut to the side of pinky finger. leather, cut resistant gloves were worn at the time and were not cut. ee went to a local clinic afterwards and received 3 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8828,employee was taking a sheave off of pump and it slipped out of his hand and he droped it on his left middle finger. it required 7 stitches in finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8829,rock fell out of loader bucket & hit another boulder causing it to shatter and a fragment flew back and hit him in the eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8830,was sitting drill steel back in rack when it disloged and pinned ring finger of left hand against another piece of drill steel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8831,ee was bolting and while installing a 4 ft resin bolt in roof he felt sharp pain in right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8832,ee was using a pry bar to help change a steering jack on a shuttle car. pry bar slipped letting steering jack fall hitting ee on left index finger causing a cut that required 7 stitches to clo se.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8833,employee cut right forearm by broken glassware requiring 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -8834,"ee was working on 9483 with coworkers, attempting to remove pin from sure-strike attachment which was off the unit. while ee was walking away to get a larger hammer, a coworker continued to hit the pin with a hammer. a small stone came off the pin and struck ee in the knee. required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8835,the employee was shoveling out a railcar and said he felt pain in his upper back. he contacted his supervisor and the supervisor took him to the doctor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8836,employee lifted a rock off of the feeder chain and injured his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8837,"ee picked up a bag of rock dust to hand dust the power boxes, when he strained his lower backthe pain cont on 1/9/01 the ee went to see a chirpractor",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8838,ee step off back of grease truck pulled muscle behind left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8839,employee cut hand as he was removing the metal bands off of a bundle of cable bolts.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8840,"employee was installing a truss bolt. he attempted to pull a stuck steel by grabbing the bottom of the drill steel. the steel fell, causing him to pinch his little finger between the drill steel and the jaw clamp, resulting in a laceration requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8841,dredging was in place at the #4 pond 150 to 200 feet from the upstream side of the dam when the material along with part of the dam structure collasped into the pond capsizing the dredge causing facial and head injuries to the operator. the operator was removed from the pond by rescue from employees. he and another employee also were hypothermic.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8842,"injured was drilling hole in roof for roof bolt when a piece of rock broke, falling and hitting injured just above the lip on the right side causing a puncture/laceration. injured was taken to hospital where he received 3 stitches. injured returned to work his next scheduled day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8843,was knocking bearing off of shaft with hammer and drift bearing shattered and a piece of metal lflew in to bend of elbow cutting left arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8844,"cleaning out crusher on truck dump, a boulder fell out of crusher and landed on top of right foot. seen at dr. no broken skin or bones. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8845,"co-worker was cutting a 10"" down tube when the 4"" grinder slipped and cut the right middle finger tip of employee who was holding the down tube steady on the ground.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8846,worker was air arcing the inner main frame liner out of the crusher (while wearing a welding mask) when an airborne debris particle flew into his eye. the particle became imbedded and had to be removed by a doctor. the doctor also gave him a prescription.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8847,equipment was not working correctly. rolling device for claymax line was stuck. ee stood on the roll of product trying to help it roll when his foot was caught between the roller and the roll of product the left leg was rolled up just underthe calf.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8848,employee was cleaning feeder when he exited the scoop striking the belt head hole with his brow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8849,"removing angle iron holding wooden form in place, the angle iron broke loose pinching ee's finger between the angle iron and a shelf of the wooden form.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8850,back injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8851,"employee was trying to get slack in rope on barge at benwood harbor when dogs kept catching. bent over to pull rope when the dog slipped and struck employee above the eye causing a laceration resulting in 5 sutures. cause of injury was awareness. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8852,ee was removing cover from pump compartment his hand became caught between the cover and the pan line on the longwall resulting in a laceration to the palm of his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8853,using a knife to cut rubber on a screen claim. knife slip cutting left leg above knee (3 stitches in left leg),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8854,"employee received second degree burns around eyes and sealing surface of respirator. ee was raking coals from kiln discharge. with the mixture of lime dust and sweat, which resulted in burns.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8855,"employee was supervising his crew while they tried to remove the right end cutter drum from a cont miner in the shop area, they were using a 4"" by 2"" bar welded to the drum and pushing it with a portapower when the bar broke struck ee in theupper chest.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8856,"employee attempted to remove a rock (120 lb approx.) from in front of belt switch located slightly in the crosscut from 10 belt to track at 45 blk. rock started to slip and when ee re-secured it ee felt pain in lower back and tightness between shoulder blades. no problems with training, ppe, mining methods or compliance issues.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8857,"hit left hand with grinder, cleaning up shaft.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8858,employee was using a cordless grinder to remove a rusted bolt from an idler when a piece of metal went under his face shield and safety glasses and into his eye. he sought medical attention on 10/5/15. the piece of metal was removed and he was released to full duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8859,"the employee was bagging material at the packer, when the bag blew apart, blowing material under his safety glasses and into his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8860,"employee was assisting another worker install a roof bolt. when the mast was lowered, it caught his right hand between the drill pot and mast base causing multiple fractures to the hand and the loss of the ends of his index and middle fingers which were removed during later surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8861,tech using 2 different size jack stands to support the bucket of a wa-900 and did not relieve the pressure from the hydraulic line. when they broke the control valve loose it caused the bucket shift and fall off of the jack stands. when the bucket fell the dog bone linkage swung down and hit the tech just below the knees. tech sustained injury to both legs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8862,member was in the process of taking roof bolter cable down which was hung with nylon rope hanger with metal hooks attached to hang on eye of roof bolt plates. as he was dropping cable the metal hook caught his nose hole causing a laceration which required 2 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8863,ee had been sawing timbers. the saw would not cut. he put a metal wedge int he cut and bit it with a hammer a piece of metal flew off and hit his hand peircing his hand and glove. other cleane d and dressed the wound. he was then transported to the hospital by ambulance.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8864,removing axle final hub plug with socket wrench tool slipped thumb pinched between tool and rim causing 2cm laceration left thumb requiring a few stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8865,the individual was tramming the continuous miner over a piece of coal. the coal burst and a piece flew up and hit the individual in the mouth breaking a tooth. this is a medical only with no lost or restricted work days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8866,employee was exiting joy loading machine and got his feet tangled in cable slack and began to fall. he tried to break his fall by grabbing the loader and banged his right wrist off the body of machine. this wrist had been surgically repaired from a previous injury and employee believes he may have damaged screws inserted into wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8867,"employee was handling a vacuum hose from a vacuum truck when it sprung a leak spraying him with cement on right side of face & eyes. as the material sprayed upward, it knocked safety glasses off his face. the incident was located in the finish mill #2 area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8868,stinger drill rig operators kevlar sleeve caught the feed control lever and energized the drifter which moved and pinched the operators right hand between the shank and the drill rod.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8869,employee was bagging pulverized lime at the pulverized bagger. pulverized lime on his face shield either fell through a hole in the face shield which is used to secure the face shield to the bracket or through the thin gap between the face shield bracket and the brim of the hard hat. the material then fell behind his safety glasses and prescription glasses and got into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8870,injured was getting out of battery ramcar at charging station; caught scsr on cab and twisted right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8871,ee was removing idler which was stuck. he was holding his hand under the return idler to balance it when it fell off from the bracket because of the motion from the other end. his left middle finger was mashed between the idler and frame. laceration required 3 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8872,man was sliding metal straps onto roof bolter. the strap struck a piece of metal and stopped suddenly causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8873,employee was handling belt while performing maintenance on a speed reducer. he felt pain in his abdomen and was treated at princeton community hospital for abdominal strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8874,"ee loced out a belt feeder, opened the guard to remove large chunks of ore that had collected there. the guard is hunged and lsipped from his grasp and struck him in the head. was wearing hard hat. this injured his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8875,employee states while testing air conditioning unit on water truck be removed the control unit venting cover and his hand slipped onto the blower motor when he was replacing the cover. open fracture right ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8876,they were repositioning the dredge in gusty winds when the starboard side positioning line became taught. ee attempted to ease the line out by pulling the dog back out of the sprocket teeth when ee did hand slipped off the winch handle causing it to free wheel the winch handle came around hitting right hand and ee nose as went down to the deck. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8877,"employee was unhooking a chain that connected a diesel scoop to a roof bolter that was hung up. the diesel scoop rolled back while employee was unhooking chain, the chain tightened and cut employee's left index finger. the lacerations required stitches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8878,the ee was using the drill. the mucker got up into the cab to see if he needed anything and when he was getting back out of the cab he slipped and accidentally slammed the door on the ee's fin ger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8879,ee was lifting a rock off a conveyor belt when it slipped out of his hand and fell on his left foot. ee was wearing steel work shoes at time of incident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8880,ee was on the work deck drilling holes for the curtainwall rebar matt dowels and a rock crushed stone from concrete fell from the collar and struck the right wrist of ee. dr. return to work report advised rt. wrist contusion (nerve) treatment nsaid otc. unable to use rt. hand. next visit 12-19-02. ee wearing brace on rt. hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8881,"on 9/29/2015, an employee was replacing guards on the 4c conveyor. the following day, 9/30/2015, the employee reported pain in his right shoulder and radiating towards his elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8882,"ee was working at bagger station. as he turned to place a bag on the pallet, his knee popped and he experienced severe pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8883,ee was preparing to lift a large gear with another ee. while laying it down it slipped and the gear fell on his fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8884,pulling a wire rope on a barge. felt pain in left arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8885,"ee leaned over a railing & felt pain in lower back. this is a chronic problem that his medicaldocumentation he had some pain in lower back at the start of the shift, this is being reported as an illness & not an injury. original incidentwas reproted on 12/7/98 he missed 4 days of workthis time & is on light duty",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8886,"heat and pulley used to remove arm on north bearing of diverter. when pulley removed and was handed to injured employee, he did not realize heat had transferred it. was not wearing gloves.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8887,he was pressure washing the yard truck. he was using acid. after washing truck his eye was burning. after going to doctor found he had a piece of metal in his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8888,employee was using old gloves to put seal on a stopping and the wall-tite sealant irratated his skin and burn like symptoms.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8889,"employee was completing the shut down procedure at the plant in the quarry. with a lot of resistance when shutting the wash-back valve on the dewatering screen, the employee struck the lever with the palm of right hand to shut off the valve. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8890,ee was beside another worker who was using a hammer and a piece of metal from hammer flew into his eye. started missing work 9/26/2008.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8891,ee was assiting a delivery driver unload pieces of hdpe pipe at the landfill site in the basin. a piece of piece of pipe rolled on one end and struck the ee on the lower right chin. this resul ted in a laceration which required 2 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8892,injured was bending a roof bolt using hand and stepping on it with left leg. when injured applied pressure felt pain and a pop in left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8893,"ee was taking a chain off the top of the mantripwhen the hooked end fell off, striking her righthand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8894,employee was using a torch to trim a pipe. he was working in some awkward positions from a manlift. later he noticed a pain in the mid section of his back. he thought it would go away but didn't.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8895,ee was unloading rail from a structure care whena rail from the car hit his right forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8896,"ee was clearing rock off shield feet that had fallen from between shields. he picked up a rock, weighing approximately 55 pounds, and as he twisted and turned to throw the rock on the conveyor , he felt pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8897,ee was using a pry bar when it slipped and hit ee above right ear. ee was wearing hard hat.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8898,employee spun a sheave clockwise with his left hand to position it and placed his right hand on top of the v-belt between sheave and motor sheave. his thumb was underneath the v-belt as it moved. his right thumb got pinched in space between the v-belt and motor sheave causing a fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8899,"normal working conditions. while hammering block bearing on shaft, foreign object entered right hand & thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8900,"during kiln shutdown employee was removing a wall plate along #4 clinker cooler drive. when he pulled the piece of metal off the wall, clinker dust flushed into his left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8901,employee was taking the cover off of the tail shift on a feeder. when he left it drop down on his right middle finger. he received 6 stitches then came back to work. no lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8902,employee's left arm came in contact with guarding causing a laceration while attempting to install drive belt on plant blower fan motor. employee received fourteen stitches to close laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8903,employee was adjusting a saw horse that had a lever and could be moved up and down. ee reports that ee jerked on it because it was stuck and when ee did ee felt a sharp pain in ee's upper back between shoulder blades. ee reports that after about an hour the pain become constant and burning and that is when ee reported to ee's supervisor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8904,"while using a pry bar to line up a piece of screen cloth, the ee pulled on the bar and the bar slipped striking ee on the forehead with the endof the bar. 5 stitches were required to close th e laceration",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8905,he was pulling rocks off of the miner when a piece of rock slid off lacerating his right forearm. he received 8 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8906,ee was standing on the non-motor side of esco screen. another ee was lifting 2 screens up to the catwalk. the injured ee reached out to guide the screens causing the grabber to release. the 2 screens fell and struck ee on left hand. the injury required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8907,"was dislodging rock, a rock fell approx 3 feet from conveyor onto ee's hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8908,injured was helping on miner when a piece of coal weighing approx: 50 lbs. rolled off rib knocking him into the miner deck injuring his left hip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -8909,ee was prying a rail over for alignment with a bar & felt pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8910,"ee's foot was bothering him while working in leaf caustic tank. came out for break, showered, and noticed a burn on top of his foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8911,scoop operator was loading timbers in a scoop to be used on the section. when he got finger between scoop and timber. was off 1 shift - came back with band aid on finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8912,"while operating our 245 cat excavator, the swing lock engaged causing an immediate swing of the machine, causing the operator to be severly jostled. he was wearing a seat-belt, which prevented him from being thrown from the machine.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -8913,"employee experienced torso discomfort the day after material handling on this shift. condition deteriorated until he sought doctor's treatment for a possible inguinal hernia on 6/28/11, he is working restricted duty and has been referred to a medical specialist for a surgery consultation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8914,employee twisted arm and possibly tore bicep muscle in right arm,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8915,ee was stacking brixment in color bags by hand. while pulling a bag from the conveyor belt he felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8916,"ee reports pain in r arm when shaking out plugged vac hose. pulled muscle in arm. declined medical treatment initially, evaluated by occ med physician on 01/22/07",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8917,worker had completed the bolting cycle pulling back when a rock fell between bolts striking worker on back and left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8918,employee was handed a tool bucket on 06/27 and felt a pain in ee's shoulder. the employee did not report the incident to management until 7/14 after ee felt a similar pain in ee's shoulder on 7/13. employee did not receive medical attention until 7/29/2022 and was assigned a restriction. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8919,employee was moving gravel screens when his right ring finger was pinched in the screens causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8920,employee was hammering on tooth on a machine bucket. chip came off and entered his stomach.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8921,employee picked up the bottom stand while working on the belt structure.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8922,a fully trained miner was operating a breast drill when they drilled into another bolt causing the drill to strike right hand. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8923,employee started to take weight off of grader with overhead hoist so that grader would jack up easier. chain sling on hoist broke striking employees thumb on left hand. employee sustained a laceration and needed minor outpatient surgery to reconnect a tendon...and stitches. no lost days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8924,"employee was putting bolt up fast feed pot, he was down on left knee sitting on gob when his knee slid and got caught under pot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8925,"injured was working on knees, required in low coal, and was moving rock dust, 50lb bag, in orderto spread on section. he lost grip and dropped the bag and in trying to regrip it and keep it from dropping he strained his back. no equipmentsafety or mining was involved and was a natural reaction on part of the miner. first visit to doctor on 8/4/00 and first day missed 8/5/00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8926,"while knocking block out of wall with sledge hammer to adjust vent, sledge hammer pinched right ring finger between handle and wall. ee broke tip of finger and received 8 sutures. ee will not miss any work and this is being reported as a medical treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8927,the employee was loading 50 pound anfo bags and felt pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8928,employee was cleaning around plant with a small hand controlled compact mini-loader (dingo) and backed it into his right leg bruising his foot and ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -8929,ee was loading roof bolt supplies. tube of resin flipped up & knocked safety glasses off. end 9of tube hit right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8930,"the ee, a haul truck driver, in the attempt to secure a wheel chock onto its holding rod, lost his support causing the chock to slip with the full weight force of the wheel chock onto his right arm. the result of the incident was a sprain injury to the ee's right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8931,employee was cutting plastic ties and cut his arm with the knife. he was cutting in the direction of his body. doctor used eight stitches making this a reportable medical.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8932,the man was lifting the end of a cross bar when the other end fell off the pile causing the mans arm to jerk. note: man continued to work regular duties until 9/17/09 when he reported off work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8933,"employee was hitting a valve with 6lb sledgehammer in a confined area, the hammer spun around in his hand and struck him breaking front teeth",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -8934,"steering pump fell out of spline and hit employee in eye, nose & face. stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8935,the employee was installing a k-door frame. the extension collapsed when employee stood up and ee's finger was caught between the extension and mainframe. this resulted in a fracture to ee's left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8936,ee states he experienced back pain while carrying concrete forms.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8937,operator was moving overburden with dozer and sustained back injury due to jarring of machine over rough terrain. lower back pain from operating the machine for multiple hours. minor injury with no impairment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -8938,employee was tightening a bolt on kiln 1 with a wrench. his hand got caught by the ram causing the wrench to go through his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8939,employee was welding a piece of steel into place at the end of the rotary dryer. he tried to hit the steel with a hammer to position it properly. when he was swinging the hammer downward it hit a piece of steel causing it to glance off the steel into his index finger on his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8940,employee was cleaning electric eye hole & stripper went in motion. roller caught finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8941,"while bolting, drill steel broke & hit his right wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8942,"was scooping dirt with a shovel, and his back went out on him. then he fell on his knees.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -8943,the miner operator was cutting number 2 heading into a worked out area. the scoop operator was pushing material toward a newly created opening. the cutter boom of the miner contacted the bucket of the scoop producing a jolting action resulting in the scoop operator's injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -8944,"employee was trying to pull the wheels out from the stacking conveyor. he was pushing quite hard on the wheels when he felt a ""pop"" in his right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8945,"while trying to remove a check curtain caught on the atrs jack on a center bolt, ee trammed roof bolter into rib catching his left arm between the rib and atrs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8946,"ee states that as he was changing valve, he struck himself in the mouth causing a cut. due to hospital and clinic shortage of tetanus vaccine, man was given prescription medicine.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8947,"operator was using a 4 foot long pry bar. as operator was prying on the bar, the bar slipped and hit him in the face. operator sustained a fractured bone on the right side of his nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8948,"ee was removing trash from an office waste basket that seemed to be struck. she yanked the plastic bag, freeing it. then the bag and the contents quickly came up. unable to control this action her left wrist struck the corner of the metal desk chipping the wrist bone.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8949,he was to fast vac lime blimp out. he entered the blimp to assist in job set up. the lime was very deep and above his knee. material eventaully worked its way into his boot and sock causing burn.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -8950,employee was cutting a wiper for the west side return belt and the blade was dull so ee pushed harder. ee was able to cut the wiper and ee's hand slipped and ee stabbed self with a box knife. employee received a single stitch on the puncture. return to work with no restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8951,"miner was chipping dirt slag from inside chute to cone 2 feed belt going from screen 1. working in small space miner was holding chip gun chest high for extended period and shoulder became sore. he did not report this at time and sought medical assistance from chiropractor, who said he had separated shoulder, which he moved back into place. reported incident on 9/24/12.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8952,"ee was helping longwall shieldmen carry crib ties in 43"" to 45"" height area. ee's back began to ache.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8953,"employee stated that he was using a cutting torch to cut the conveyor chain on shuttle car, when his leg came in contact with hot metal, causing a burn. he worked until 5/11/07 before going to the doctor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8954,"while picking up a roller for 7-bc-5 & setting it on the floor, ee strained his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8955,the employee was rock dusting underground when the dust line surged and threw him into the rib. he fell and landed on a pile of coal or his scsr.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -8956,ee was transporting equipment from one level to another up a set of stairs when he felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8957,cleaning cat walk around cone rock fell off screen hit rt arm recorable because laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8958,"employee was assisting in removing the poly screens from the main north screen. a screen fell back on the screen deck, striking the employee's left ring finger. (fracture to the left ring finger distal 4th tip.)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8959,assoc. lacerated ring finger on left hand requiring eleven stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8960,ee stated he was in the process of hanging the nylon miner cable strap to the hook provided on the joy 12cm27 mining machine. he stated they were preparing to move the miner out of the no.2 ro om to a new location. when pulling on the strap that was attached to the miner cable he felt lower back pain. he was transported by ambulance to the er. note: medical received 1/24/00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8961,"the employee was attempting to mount a pmcr bracket onto shield number 142 on the 9th north longwall set-up face when the pmcr bracket slipped and smashed middle and ring finger on left hand, resulting in a laceration which required 2 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8962,"employee was loading shot rock with a 992 john deere trackhoe. he dropped a rock onto another rock; when the rock collided, a fragment broke off, entered the cab and struck his finger causing a gash on his right ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8963,"through the normal course of work, pain in his right side and noticed an unnatural swelling. he had a gradual cramping, pain and swelling that progressed and would not subside.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8964,employee was attempting to cut a lock off of his locker with a hack saw. the saw slipped and cut his left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8965,employee pinched and lacerated right thumb while replacing the cartridge of a label maker.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8966,"preheater tower went positive through the riser duct, pushing small amount of dust into the air, which went underneath ee's faceshield and safety glasses. all ppe was present.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8967,"while using a prybar to move rock, another rock struck bar causing it to strike ee on right cheek ee did not seek medical attention until 4-4-02 when it was discovered he have a fractured jaw.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8968,throwing loader cable slack to the rib and struck rt. hand on rough coal rib lacerating it. the cut required six sutures to the back of his hand. no time lost.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8969,"ee was repairing a loader engine, lifting its damper assembly when it fell, he took a direct hit on his left hand index finger, resulting in an injury which needed eight stitches to close, no disability is expected.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8970,"employee was chipping burn bolts when a piece of chipping hammer came off, pierced his glove and became imbedded in his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8971,"water spray leaked into hot material. ee tried to open door. hot material flushed into employee's overalls. hot material burned his back(blisters). employee had a poor position to open the door, contributing to injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -8972,employee was dragging the fuel hose to the loader to fuel it up. when dragging the hose back to the tank he felt a pop in his hip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8973,victim was operating roof bolt machine when his footing slipped and he pulled the boom swing lever by mistake and he was shoved against the coal rib.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -8974,"employee was removing a large nut from a cone crusher tramp cylinder with a large air gun and heavy socket that fits the nut. when the nut came to the end, the socket fell over onto the employee's finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8975,a maintenance/ welder cut a finger working on a steel grating sheet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8976,ee was assisting in changing out a jaw wedge on our jaw crusher when one of the adjustment springs unloaded pinching two of ee's left hand fingers. the spring had not been checked to ensure no kinetic energy was left in the spring. ee's supervisor took ee to workplace health where ee's fingers were xrayed (no broken) and cleaned and stitched up (5). ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8977,citation 9534975 was issued during a part 50 audit with regard to this injury. the employee fractured ee's left index finger during the installation of a fully grouted roof bolt. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8978,employee was helping to install the hoist cables on the 23 shovel. he was guiding the hoist cables up towards the sheave wheel when the second hoist cable came around striking the employee in the left knee. employee was taken to the er and taken off work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8979,two employees were installing a new guard on portable hopper/conveyor tail pulley. the new guard hung up on its supports and the injured lifted up on the guard frame to free it. the guard became free & unexpectedly moved pinching the finger between the frame of the hopper/conveyor and the side of the guard.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -8980,"while helping to change a tram motor on a battery scoop, he was using a pry bar to help guide the motor in place and felt a severe pain in his groin area. he did not start missing work until 4-3-08.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8981,employee stepped up on a ladder to remove a piece of plastic sticking up above the door on the in-feed hopper. he has placed his right hand on the lip of the framework for the sliding door and it was pinched as the door closed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8982,"ee was lifting a pump out of sump with chain. when pulling pub to set on cart, ee slipped and felt pain on right side abdomen. ee saw dr later that day and was diagnosed with an umbilical hernia. ee has a history of hernias and operator would like to file this under occupational illness.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8983,"squaring in the first cut with roof bolter, was getting strap out of tray, strap slipped cutting left forearm. employee was transported to whitesburg arh and received sutures & dermabond to close wound. employee was released without restrictions to return to next shift. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8984,employee struck his right ring finger against a metal bolt while working to adjust valve controls.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -8985,"employee was replacing the bolts on the cutting edge of the dozer blade. the round, flush mount bolt rotated as it was engaged by the pneumatic impact wrench causing a laceration to the employees left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8986,employee slipped while putting oil in primary crusher motor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -8987,during the course of the day the associate was exposed indirectly to the mig welding arc of other associates,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -8988,"while using an impact wrench to drive a rock bolt, a piece of debris from the exhaust entered employees right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8989,"employee was tearing down a brattice with a sledge hammer. the hammer hit a block, slipped and struck the employee on the little finger of his right hand. this caused a laceration to both sides of the finger requiring 6 sutures to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8990,"ee while cleaning in shop, pulled two buckets apart causing liquid and dirt to go into left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -8991,ee was using a box cutter to cut cardboard tubes used to backfill drill holes when blade became stuck and the momentum caused ee's hand to continue upward across blade of box cutter resulting in laceration of right hand between thumb and forefinger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -8992,"ee was using 16 lb. hammer on pipe and missed the lip on the 18"" pipe. ee caught his finger between the handle of the hammer and the edge of pipe. the handle then swung around after hitting the pipe and hit ee's left side of torso. injuries resulted in a laceration to the right forefinger and contusion to left side torso.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8993,employee was shoveling at the tail pulley on #11 belt underground. he felt something pull in his lower back but didn't report the incident to his foreman until 4/4/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -8994,"repairman waschanging shuttle car tire. he strained back but still having trouble sitting, doctor told him to take some time off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -8995,"a maintenance employee was removing a transmission pump from a d11 dozer. another maintenance employee was running the overhead crane to assist with the removal. while hoisting the pump, it became temporarily jammed, causing the pump to shift, pinching the employee's right hand, resulting in 14 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8996,"emp. was throwing a track switch (pulling motion) at loading station, when he felt a sharp pain in the left shoulder. he applied ice and took aspirin. he was taken to the doctor on 8/12/10 and prescribed a muscle relaxer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -8997,"while roof bolting, employee was adding extension steel to starter steel when operator's platform shifted, causing him to lose his balance. in an effort to catch himself, he let go of starter steel which fell from roof, striking his left ring finger resulting in a fracture and laceraton.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -8998,injured was in process of attaching winch hook when hook came loose from attachment point catching tip of right ring finger between ram off longwall shield fracturing it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -8999,picking up rock.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9000,employee jammed left wrist when reconnecting drill steels.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9001,"the man ee , did not get hurt, ee said himself he didn't get hurt for 2 years in cad mine.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9002,"employee was splicing a belt and a piece of metal flew off and went into his arm, sutures were required to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9003,"a serviceman injured his right shoulder while cutting a padlock off a truck's tool bin with bolt cutters. afterwards he swung his arm to test and relieve the pain when his shoulder popped. this caused dizziness and numbness to his arm, forcing him to kneel. after regaining strength, he rose to report it. he was seen locally and in kayenta where a strain was diagnosed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9004,ee states he sprained his left arm while scaling on 9-3-00. he did not seek medical treatment until 12-20-00. ee began restricted work on 12-22-00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9005,"an employee was moving a 55 gal drum off of a pallet, when the employee moved the drum to the edge of the pallet the weight shifted pinching the employee's left index finger between the door frame and the drum. the employee received 6 stitches in their left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9006,the ee states he was positioning a stay-jack under a vehicle and the adjustable post was jarred out of the locked position. the stem slid down into the stand housing pinching his thumb between the stem and the housing resulting in a fractured thumb and nail avulsion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9007,"ee was roof bolting off the miner in #280 wall crosscut,#5-#6 entry, 3 n. left section. while reaching to pick up a drill steel that had fallen across the drill head to use in retrieving the drill steel still in mine roof, the steel in the mine roof fell & struck him on the l. hand resulting in a fracture to the metacarpal of the left little finger. also a laceration-3 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9008,employee stated he was removing a double nut locking system with a wrench when nut broke free sending employee backwards.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9009,was putting tools away after repairing belt and left wrist gave out/locked up.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9010,"while bolting top, employee was drilling the top with a 4'drill steel. the drill steel bowed in the middle and spun around hitting the ee in the right arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9011,a piece of rock fell from the roof striking the right hand and upper back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9012,employee felt a pain in lower back while operating a skid steer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9013,a roof bolter op attempted to use machine rotation pressure to aligne his drill steels. this procedure also put pressure on the bottom pusher steel warping the steel. the steel spun striking the op's thumb. his left thumb was fractured where it ataches to the hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9014,driver started the belt on live bottom trailer forcing load against tailgate before unlatching tailgate. ee tried to free tailgate by hitting latch with a chain hook. this caused the tailgate to break free and hit the driver in the mouth. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9015,"while cutting a 2"" piece of plastic with a circular saw, plastic slipped from vise, while attempting to catch plastic, right finger made contactwith saw blade which required 9 sutures",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -9016,"the injured was preparing to install the 1st bolt of the 4th row of the 9 rt place. while moving the head, a rock measure 5 ft cause fell out between the canopy and t bar and rib. the rock str ike the canopy and slid into the boom area striking the injured in the legs. the impact broke the lower left leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9017,"employee called in sick originally, later said he had lower back pain due to operating a dozer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -9018,ee was assisting in the operation of core drilling. the top of the overshot reached the guide wheel and shot forward hitting the ee in the face. ee received stitches to the head. there was no lost time from work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9019,"unhooking binder and chain off a water truck, the binder pulled suddenly toward him causing him to strike himself in the jaw/mouth area while holding onto the binder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9020,employee was walking and felt something in his left ankle pop. he stated he sprang his ankle while putting all his weight on it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9021,ee was placing 100 lb. sacks of bentonite on a pallet when he twisted wrong and pulled a muscle in his rib cage.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9022,"welder, cutting metal off loader bucket, metal spun loose and hit torch. torch flew back and burned the side of his face and neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9023,repositioning a rolled up conveyor belt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9024,employee was loading anfo into one of the top holes of a heading being loaded. he was trying to insert the hose further into the hole by wiggiling it. while doing this the hose became caught. as he tried to free the hose he knocked a rock loose which fell and strugk his left forearm. the cut required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9025,"employee was using a hand held grinder and cutting a 1.5"" metal pipe and struck leg with the grinder. sutures were required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9026,ee has been treated for left shoulder pain since nov. 1999. medical evaluation shows a tear in the rotator cuff that was not present 18 months ago. he reported pain on 10/10/01 but did not hav e further problems until november.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9027,"the ee was performing housekeeping, when ee struck a crossbeam with head/hardhat and suffered a concussion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9028,changing reducer on fabco belt using skidsteer with boom attachment; reducer fell and hit employee's hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9029,"packaging employee loading fiber drums on #7 bagger. after completing load into a 95 lbs. container, employee began rolling off drum for palletizing. while placing onto storage pallet, employee noted holding onto the top of drum and continued gripping (drum) while attempting to return to scale position. employee stated they felt a pull in left shoulder. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9030,the employee was replacing belts on a motor when he injured his shoulder/neck area. he had his arms stretched out at shoulder height and was pulling the belts down. while he was doing this he felt pain in his right shoulder area. the initial diagnosis is muscle strain with possible disc damage in the cervical area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9031,"while installing #9 rebar and feeding into structure, the rebar hit a ""c"" channel as he was pushing downward. the bar hit his wrist and his wrist twisted back and toward the right.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9032,ee said that he got out of bed his back was hurting. went to dr and dr said that injury was work related. ee was placed on light duty for three days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9033,"while welding on the screen deck unit at the separator, strained back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9034,employee was scraping lime dust that was stuck on the inside of the main screen bin. he stated that he twisted his body to reach a corner and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9035,"employee was helping set feeder, picked up a crib block that had a nail in it and punctured his right wrist. got 2 sutures in wrist but missed no work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9036,"while trying to remove drain plug ratchet slipped off plug, striking employee above the eye. using to small of tool to break loose plug.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9037,employee was loading belt roller into scoop bucket and pulled muscle in his back. he came back to work on 6/26/2008,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9038,repairing a water truck when a tire fell on left foot fracturing it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9039,ee was injured felt a pain when he pulled a section 3-4' of 440v trailing cable from reel on a jumbo drill while preparing to anchor the cable. ee began missing work on 1-27-01.\,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9040,employee was lifting a slab of sandstone onto a pallet when he sustained a sharp pain in his upper back between his shoulder blades. physician diagnosis: right scapular area shoulder strain. employee returned to work on 4/26 on company's restricted work activity program until further evaluation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9041,ee was lifting rod stock into steel rock,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9042,"ee was attempting to empty a barrel of grinding balls in preparation for charging the ball mill. when the barrel got hung up ee gave the barrel a push to try to free it up. ee felt pain in lower back, was taken to a medical provider for evaluation and was placed on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9043,the man was pushing up on a panel on a kennedy wall when he felt a pain in his wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9044,"ee was repairing a hole in a brattice. the block above the hole fell and struck him on the right hand and cut his little finger, requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9045,employee was being loaded at the #16 shovel when a boulder shifted hitting the bed of the haul truck jarring the employee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -9046,employee was pulling the belt pin (spindle) on a splice using a claw hammer when he was struck in the eye with a sliver of metal which required eye surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9047,"was throwing belt structure under belt for belt up and felt something pop in left shoulder. with pain, ee worked full duty until 03/19/2021, had surgery 03-22-2021.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9048,"when shovel 1 experienced a fault while loading haul truck 17, the dipper lowered into the bed of the haul truck. the haul truck driver was jostled in her seat while waiting to be loaded.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -9049,employee was cutting a piece of secured stainless steel when it slipped and grinder wheel cut through his glove cutting his left index finger. dx laceration requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9050,"attempting to mount the chain case of a motor grader while lifting a starter into place. slipped in mud, fell forward and pinched right little finger distal between the starter and chain case.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -9051,"ee was changing bits on roll head on miner when his finger got caught in bit finger, jerking most of nail off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9052,"employee was cutting a tree that had a grapevine in the top, when the tree started falling the grapevine redirected it toward the cutter, striking him. ee sustained a dislocated shoulder and a small cut above the eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9053,he was helping mechanic and a metal splinter got into his right thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9054,ee was unloading a start box from a supply car and caught middle finger on left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9055,"employee was taking the rear end out of a personnel vehicle and as he loosened the bolts on one side, the differential shifted, mashing his hand and fingers between frame and differential.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9056,employee was chipping on a truck bed in the fab shop. employee was wearing glasses and a faceshield when a piece of hot slag went into his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9057,"ee was placing a sheet of plywood into the storage spot in bay 27 under the steps. the plywood got hung up and when he pulled harder it released, pinching his right index finger. dx: fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9058,was moving a track over in a battery charging station using track jacks to move track. as he was bent over using one jack he felt a pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9059,"ee was working on the suction on the operator side of the bolter. another ee came around from the other side to help. other ee regained suction behind the boom. ee put his hand up inside of the pre-dump box to clean it out. as he did this, the other ee started the bolter and put down the stab jack which closed the pre-dump door, mashing ee's hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9060,the individual was helping slide a spool of shuttle car cable in to the scoop bucket and experienced pain in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9061,employee placing gear guards on the mill gear when he felt pain in his lower back. clinic diagnosed with strain to the lower back and placed on restricted duty for 2 days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9062,employee was cutting a bolt down with a torch when a piece of slag fell through the corner of his glasses. (started missing on 4/19/05 and returned to work on 4/22/05),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9063,changing scoop batteries on s&s scoop. smashed & broke left ring finger & middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9064,employee was in the process of slewing track. when track was pushed into alignment the track fell from the jack pinning employee's left foot with the slate bar.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9065,"employee reported on april 11, 2002 that he had rash and blisters on both arms from grouting. he has been laid off since 2/8/02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -9066,employee received laceration on his right middle finger while attempting to remove a hydraulic filter from its housing on a d11 dozer. the laceration required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9067,"while attempting to lower a metal splash plate, at belt head employee dropped on left index finger causing contusion requiring 6 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9068,"employee was operating a double boom roof bolter & as he was in the process of installing a tube of resin into a drilled hole a small piece of rock that feathered out on one side to a fine edge fell from roof & struck ee on the lt. forearm. he received five sutures to close the laceration. he returned to work his next shift, missing no scheduled work time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9069,employee was helping with a belt move and a piece of belt structure fell and struck employee on hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9070,employee was loading a truck from a bin. the gate stuck on the chute he was using so he used a pipe wrench to help close the gate. the pipe wrench slipped and smashed his index finger on left hand between the wrench and guard.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9071,"employee was adding drill rod, he put his hand under rod as it was lowered onto table, pinching finger between rod and table. laceration requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9072,"employee was helping foreman fix a broken vertical pin on the no. 3 shield. the foreman hit his right index finger with the hammer. cause of this injury was safety awareness and proper protective equipment (gloves). compliance with rules was a factor, protective equipment was a factor, miner proficiency a factor, mining equip/systems not a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9073,"installing roof bolt, spinning bolt plate caught left arm about 4"" above wrist cutting arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9074,employee was retrieving truck sheet from loader. as he climbed up the ladder he felt pain in his right shoulder. he continued to work up until he had shoulder surgery on 3/20/2014.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9075,tightening bolts of motor on 4x10 basket of washplant,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9076,the injured employee was moving a large step ladder and experienced pain in his groin area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9077,"mechanic was using a pocket knife to remove a zip tie from a mirror bracket. while kneeling down the mechanic pulled the knife towards himself and the knife slipped causing a small laceration to the right thigh. employee was taken to a medical facility, recieved sutures, and was released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9078,miner strained his back while shoveling in the #1 tunnel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9079,ee was opening the bottom door out of a rail carwith a long bar. the door was tight & ee felt his back go out of place,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9080,employee was assisting in removing a rock jam in the primary crusher. a rock slipped and struck his finger on his right hand. this injury resulted in three stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9081,"ee lifted a piece of 2"" angle iron. he moved himself, fork lift was being used.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9082,"employee had been shoveling, bent over to pick up a bag of rock dust. when he straightened up he felt a pull or pain in lower back. completed shift but stated pain didn't get any better. misse d 2 days, came back & worked part of a day before started missing again.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9083,while finishing up the repair of a handrail by grinding the weld smooth the grinder kicked back and impacted the welding mask the employee was using causing the mask to flip up and the grinder to strike the employee on the left cheek,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9084,"on 2r longwall face, ee was operating the shearer mining from the tail to the headgate when he got himself caught between a shield that was advancing and the face conveyor mounted phone speake r box. this resulted in a strain to the back of his left upper leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9085,grabbed hand rail to pull himself up on machine to make repairs and felt foot shift and had slight pain in back. worked until 11/3/03 then went to dr. 11/4/03. dr. has him off until he gets results of cat scan.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9086,ee was loading steel angle iron and experienced pain in back & leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9087,"ee was loading crib blocks into a scoop bucket at the crib block storage area. in the process, he smashed his left ring and middle fingers between the crib blocks and scoop bucket.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9088,"examiner was coming down an aircourse and a rock was in the middle, he went to kick it out of the way and something popped in his right calf of his leg. cause of this injury was safety awareness. compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, protective equip not a factor, miner proficiency a factor, mining equip/systems not a factor",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9089,balancing planetary as it was being put back in place.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9090,the ee was lifting some rock bolt mats when he felt something pull in his lower abdomen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9091,lifting mack engine with chain hooked to 988-b loader. loader operator set engine on ground. ee unhooked chain & tried to balance with his leg & couldn't hold it up. engine rolled over pinning him underneath it. resulting in injury to left leg and left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9092,"contusion to the left eyebrow, using a punch bar & sledge hammer to remove a pin in the stacker base of the #10 conveyor - the sledge hammer bounced back from contact with the punch striking the eyebrow",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9093,ee was cutting a piece of metal when slag burned through his pants and fell inside of his boot burning the top of his foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9094,"pulling belt back together when they started pulling the belt back together with a sleve wheel and cable, the roof bolt broke that was attached to a belt hanger. the belt pulled backward about 3ft and the ee was struck above the right eye with the belt clamp. the ee required 7 stitches. four days restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9095,employee was splicing conveyor belt on radial stacker. while cutting belting with a knife (boxcutter) hit a soft spot in belting pulling knifeout of belt and puncturing his right thigh.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9096,"he was measuring to put up guards on the conveyor, a large rock fell off conveyor and fell on his left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9097,"ee was taking a bearing race off, and the race broke into pieces. a piece of race flew and hit him in the cheek. the piece was lodged in his left cheek.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9098,was trying to take a part off an old machine and reuse it when he struck his hand between thumb and index finger with a hammer causing laceration requiring two stiches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9099,employee was lifting a concrete block when he felt pain in his right groin area. inguinal hernia repair on 5/14/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9100,ee was using hammer to take off a loader tooth a piece of metal broke off & pierced his bottom lip,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9101,piece of metal lodged in right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9102,"while getting tools from the tool box, the lid of the tool box fell down onto his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9103,the employee was raising weld curtains when debris fell into the right eye; they immediately flushed the eye out; they went over to the guard shack where emt personnel are staged and they also flushed the eye; the employee was then taken to the nearest medical facility; they gave him an antibiotic eye drop solution to prevent infection and released him back to regular duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9104,employee was lifting a mill liner that weighs approx 65 lbs when the liner slipped from employee's grip and pinched the left ring finger causing a laceration. when in the process a wet condition caused the gloves to be wet. employee was taken to a local hospital and received stitches to close the lacerations. x-rays showed no fractures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9105,injured was sawing timbers with hydraulic chain saw. chain came off wrapping around person's right hand and fingers. the worst of injury appeared to be to middle finger next to knuckle (swelli ng and bleeding).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9106,"the ee was splitting a stone with a hammer and wedge. as he struck the wedge it broke and hit him on the right leg, (shin area) breaking the skin and bruising it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9107,cumulative trauma to right shoulder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9108,"while helping change a reel on a roof bolter, a roof bolt plate struck injured employee's right hand causing a laceration that required sutures to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9109,employee was throwing belt rollers during belt move when they twisted left knee in the mud. the employee continues to work how ever they began receiving physical therapy for the injury on 4/14/2021. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9110,"while installing cutting edges on grader, edge slipped & slid down guide bar pinching skin between thumb & index finger. 2 sutures to close wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9111,injured ee was starting a starter steel to drill hole for roof bolt when piece of draw rock fell striking ee on top of right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9112,"using a shaft to tighten cone crusher feed plate. missed feed palte, finger got caught.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9113,employee was pre-oping a loco and when ee went to lift a cover ee felt a pop in ee's right shoulder. ee was brought to the surface and took to be checked out.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9114,"employee reached overhead to open stairs of haul truck for pre-operational inspection. while pulling on latches, employee felt a pain in shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9115,"the employee stated that employee was dropping bolter cable and as brought arm downward, elbow struck a sharp edge on a pizza pan that was installed with a rib bolt. the laceration on elbow required sutures and returned at full capacity the next scheduled shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9116,"operator was washing spray dryer because of com bin being flugged, and would not feed out. operator was coming down off the cyclone deck from unplugging the cyclones when the s.d. sluffed and forced hot glasses and product out of the egd manhole burning operator.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9117,a fully trained miner injured left hand when the miner was roof bolting and the drill steel sprung back striking hand. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9118,the employee was attempting to cut the band on a bundle of drill collar stakes with his pocketknife. when the knife went through the band and into his left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9119,"ee was trying to untangle the miner cable. while he was pulling on the cable, he strained his groin area. ee started missing work on 1-18-05. (diagnosis: hernia; surgically repaired on 1/18/05.)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9120,ee was cleaning the s/w drop hole on #1 roaster in the moly plant when he pulled his hand back striking the support column.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9121,"ee was dismounting the rental water truck. as he was descending the truck down the stairs-ladder, he felt sharp pain in lower back. the incident was not reported to management until 2-12-02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9122,employee was attempting to cut paper coveralls off his left shoulder when the knife(in his right hand) slipped and cut his left thumb(holding coveralls).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9123,"employee stated was changing scoop batteries. as ee turned the battery bell, a metal tag with a sharp edge cut left index finger. this resulted in a laceration, and lost work days. sutures were used to repair the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9124,employee was operating a mucker when the bucket caught the rib and bounced him into the overhead air conditioner unit. he struck his head. he completed the shift without pain and went home. he woke up the next day with a stiff neck and was given days off work,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9125,employee put left hand on the drill head to check suction and the drill steel fell out and hit left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9126,"ee stated he was hanging high voltage cable. cable hung on high voltage sled causing ee to strain muscles in his shoulder. he went to dr & continued to work up until 4/27/01. had surgery on sh oulder, started restricted duty 4/30/01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9127,ee alleges that during the week of 24 to 28 of july he was carrying a screen cloth that he placed on the secondary vibrator which has different weights. he injured his back and his right thigh.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9128,"employee engaged in improper lifting, straining back and chest muscles.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9129,"employee was side bolting in the 1 a bleeder section at bmx while the miner was being reposition the employee was putting the drill steel up through the roof strap opposite of the miner operator, when the strap caught the operator's side rib. his right middle finger was pinched between the strap and drill steel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9130,"employee was cleaning wet material from shoot, when a rock fell from the feeder bin striking the ee on the right hand causing injury to the right thumb and hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9131,employee was lifting a 15 pound bucket of tools up some stairs and set the bucket down. he experienced some pain in his back between his shoulder blades. * employee informed me on november 15 he filled a prescription he received from his dr. over the weekend making it msha recordable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9132,employee was lifting slider rail with curtain from out of mud/water on footwall when he injured his right elbow. he has been working since injury up until he started losing time on 10/29/2012.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9133,employee was using shovel and jackhammer to remove hardened buildup inside the clinker cooler when he developed pain in his shoulder. (did not become reportable until he started to miss work due to surgery on 3/31/11.),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9134,employee claims that he strained a muscle in his groin (inguinal) while he was bending over to pick a 50 pound bag of hydrated lime from a conveyer. he claims that the bags had become hung up on the conveyer as they came out of the bagger room and he was trying to clear the blockage. he was seen at pro-med 183 clinic and excused from duty until 12-24-00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9135,employee was welding using arc welder. when finished he removed his hood. he then stood up. as he was standing up he bumped the rod causing it to turn on. while it was on he received a flash burn to his eyes. employee did not go to the doctor until 3/21/2015,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -9136,employee was lifting a oxygen bottle to change out for cutting. while he was lifting he felt a strain in his right forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9137,injured was holding a sledge hammer for the mechanic when the mechanic swung his hammer & missed the sledge hammer. the mechanic's hammer missed the sledge hammer striking injured's rt hand causing a fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9138,employee was turning power back onto the plant following a screen change. when ee did so the starter on one of the switch boxes failed. the panel cover was knocked off which hit the employee in the forehead requiring stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9139,"employee used plasma cutter to notch out some tubing. employee did not use adequate lens for task, resulting in flash burn to his eyes. employee did not realize he had received flash burn until later that evening. employee missed one shift (10/7/12) as a result.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -9140,employee was removing top roller structure when he lost his grip and mashed his left index finger between top roller & discharge boom,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9141,two employees had the lid of the impactor in the raised position to check out a problem. the wedge shaped stop block was in on one side. victim was adjusting the block on his side. his left th umb was pinched between the top of the block and the bottom of the hood. he lost the thumbnail.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9142,"while tramming the miner back from the face he pulled on the miner cable & water line which was lying in mud with his rt. arm causing pain in his rt chest, side, shoulder & back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9143,employee was cutting a zip tie off of an extension cord. the blade of the pocket knife slipped and struck the employee in the left hand. the employee received 6 stitches on left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9144,employee strained lower back lifting a motor with a coworker. this was a two person lift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9145,"employee was cutting skirt board with a razor knife. the knife slipped and caused a small laceration on his upper left thigh, requiring 3 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9146,"changing bearing in equipment, co-worker accidently struck his mouth with a hammer on the backswing.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9147,"as he was pulling the miner cable from one side of entry to another the pinner cable was pulled tight and became caught, falling and hitting ee on the back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9148,"after using electric drill to make holes to install flexco connector while repairing underscreen conveyor belt, employee stood up and felt severe sharp pain in low back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9149,employee was closing tail gate on dump truck and caught finger while gate was closing. split left index finger. sutures required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9150,ee was placing safety cone behind truck. during this task he felt a sharp pain on his back. he reported the incident and an entry was made on the first aid register. he came back the next day fri. and the next day sat. on monday he complained his back was bothering him. he was taken to the dr. who put him on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9151,employee was helping recover ventilation tubing in the return when a clevis to a chain that was holding water pipe in place broke hitting employee about left ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9152,ee was mounting equipment access steps and bumped right knee on step.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9153,"employee was removing transmission from a truck, when the wrench slipped. this caused ee to strike a bracket and cut hand. ee received 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9154,"employee was installing roll on raw mill. roll hung up & using protapowers to get it to fall into place. got hand into a pinch point when roll fell into place. hand caught between a board and the 2 ton roll, pinching left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9155,the employee alleges that while he was installing a radiator the jack he was using slipped and fell on his left middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9156,"employee was rinsing the mud off of loader and was walking backwards pulling the water hose towards the back of the machine when they tripped over a wheel hub assembly that was on the ground. they reached backwards to brace themselves for the fall, and in doing so their hand contacted the top of the hub assembly causing a cut to the palm of the left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -9157,12/9/11 ee was helping to hang bolting machine cable. the cable reel hung up and jerked cable down catching ee from behind. the ee cont'd. to work and did not miss any work until 3/22/12. he had o.p. surgery on his knee on 3/22/12. this was his first day away from work due to this accident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9158,employee was removing the drain plug on the transmission of a piece of mobile equipment. while performing this task the employee strained his left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9159,employee was cutting handrail when sawzall kicked and cut his index finger on left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9160,employee was lifting a steel screen with a hoist when the screen dropped on top of their foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9161,employee was holding a piece of metal getting ready to weld it into place while in the bucket of a manlift. the metal slipped out of his hand & slip down handrail of bucket & struck in lower p elvic & groin. no medical treatment was required & did not miss any days worked. employee had only one day of restricted duty only.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9162,"rock was pushing in the cut with dozer. he came to a roll of 4"" water hose and a metal stake. he got out of the dozer and moved the hose and stake. he finished the day. but next day his back w as sore and went to doctor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9163,"while installing a nut on the end of a hydraulic ram, ee cut the tip of his finger on the frame resulting in 6 sutures. machine was locked and tagged out. ee was wearing leather gloves.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9164,"ee allegges that he was lifting the miner cable to be hung from the roof, ee experienced a popping in his right shoulder and experienced a sharp pain. he continued to work until 2/26/08 at which time the dr took him off work and diagonised ee with a rotator cuff tear. surgery is scheduled for 3/5/08.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9165,employee's finger was caught between grizzly liner steel and fab table when moving liner steel. tip of left ring finger required stitches to close wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9166,"the crane operator was moving an outrigger pad and strained a muscle, non reportable at that time. on 5/2/07, the ee received medical treatment for the stain as it worsened in time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9167,"removing a grate from a sump pump pit. as the ee lifted the grate, he felt a pop in his back. he believed this occurred on 6/29/10, but did not seek treatment until 7/27/10.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9168,"ee was bending and forming heavy gauge wire. the wire slipped and stuck in ee's hand, cutting him at the base of his left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9169,"was shoveling sand cleaning conveyors tail pulley, turned to throw sand and something popped in back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9170,"ee was assisting maintenance personnel, putting a new belt on conveyor k-107. bending over for along time as well as pulling to get belt into place resulted in back pain. ee saw doctor 12/10.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9171,employee was using a 2.5 pound hammer to loosen up prill in the silo. while swinging the hammer the head caught on the silo handle causing employee's arm to stop suddenly. employee felt a pop in left shoulder. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -9172,"while installing a seat cover on pickup truck, employee cut his left thumb",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9173,"on or about march 21, 2008 the injured alleged he was using an impact wrench for a number of hours. later in time the injured came to his supervisor and claimed he had pain in his elbow and wanted to be seen by the local clinic. physician treatment on april 3, 2008 discovered an infection and additional treatment has made this injury a recordable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9174,employee injured his right bicep on monday morning at the start of the shift (5 am) when he was lifting a 4-inch pump flexible discharge line and attempting to take a tight bend out of the line. he felt a pain in his right elbow. he had an mri that diagnosed a right distal bicep rupture. ee had surgery to repair the rupture and has been working his regular job.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9175,employee was climbing onto dozer and pulled a muscle in his left shoulder. employee went to doctor and received a prescription for a muscle relaxer and returned to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9176,ee had made a belt splice and was removing the old pin from the old splice. he took his safety glasses off to wipe his eyes off with a rag and then he felt something in his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9177,employee was pulling a block from the p-9 chute and twisted to his right side. employee experienced pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9178,employee was lifting a shaft out of a scooter when he stepped on a rock and lost his balance. hefelt a pain in his lower left back. he is now receiving multiple physical therapy on his back. employee is not losing any time and is not on work restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9179,while fueling truck downtown fueling station employee reached for fuel nozzle and felt pain in left shoulder. went to doctor 6 weeks later because pain did not go away completely. found a torn rotator cuff. surgery scheduled for 12/19/2014.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9180,"ee stated he was helping set a breaker timber approx 10 1/2'l & 20"" dia. the timber had been cut to length & 2 co-workers lowered 1 end to the ground from the scoop & ee & another co-worker were holding other end of timber. w/out telling ee, other co-worker lowered the timber to rest on his knee, shifting the weight to ee who experienced pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9181,while setting casing the employee's hand was pinched between the driver sub and hammer bit.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9182,he was prying on bent handrail on truck tarp platform the pry bar slipped off and mashed his finger between the bar and handrail and had four stitches on little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9183,"(reported as a record only injury 8/25/05, request for medical attention 8/26/05) employee was securing vacuum hose for labores when it flushed and struck him on the outside of right knee. this caused a strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9184,the employee was hanging miner cable using plastic coated tie-wire. an end of the wire struck the employee's right eyeball causing an abrasion of the eyeball. the employee was wearing safety glasses at the time of the incident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9185,ee stated he was pulling pipe out of plant & pulled muscle in groin. ee did not go to doctor for coule of days later & then was recommended to a specialist. we have been awaiting the results o f test to determine if reportable. ee has not missed any work as of this date.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9186,employee was lifting drive shaft into place and felt a pull/pain in lower back. he didn't see adoctor until 5/17/2000.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9187,employee was checking the water pump for refueling. when he came up on the pump he noticed the gas cap was off. as he was trying to put the cap back on the pump caught fire. employee ran to the nearest fire extinguisher and as he was running back up a sloped area he felt something give in his right calf.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9188,"dump truck driver was assigned to deliver a solo load (truck only) & needed to leave his trailer at the mine site. when jacking up his trailer, the driver needed to use excessive force on the crank handle to raise the trailer. with both hands on the crank handle, left hand over right hand, his right ring finger was fractured on the middle segment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9189,ee was closing a storage dome door and was engulfed with cement.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -9190,ee was washing down in the process plant. he struck his head on a valve handle resulting in neck pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9191,employee was assisting in a maintenance project when a metal shard struck him in the chest. (repairing crusher - coworker was using hammer.),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9192,employee was using a razor knife to finish cutting a conveyor belt for splicing. ee drew the knife toward self cutting the inside of ee's left arm. the laceration was deep and approximately 1-1/2 inches long requiring 8 stitches to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9193,"while removing poly coating from a tank using ultra high pressure, employee lost footing and dropped the turbo gun. the gun spun around and sprayed the employee across his foot creating a small cut to the foot. conditions contributing to injury was poor drainage, low lighting and trip hazards.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9194,lack of three points of contact. 2 stitches to the left middle finger. no lost time,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9195,"while pinning and plating the bauxite weigh feeder, was swinging sledge hammer and it glanced off and down smashing employee's finger into the lip of the bauxite door ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9196,employee was dragging a curtain when he strained his groin. *employee went on work restrictions due to this injury beginning 4/22/08.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9197,employee was straightening belts on crusher pulley. employee's left hand got caught between pulley and belt lines.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9198,employee was swinging a hammer and missed his target causing his right wrist to hit the manbasket cage.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9199,"employee stated that on 05/28/2005, he was on the ground helping with the 2800 shovel move. during this time, he thought he had gotten an eyelash in his eye. he continued to work with no problem until after shift and later in the night, his eye became irritated. the next day, he was taken to hospital where a rust particle was removed. he was given a prescription for eye drops.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9200,employee's right pinky finger was smashed by a piece of oak being used to set a duke jack. the oak fell from the top of the duke approximately 8' smashing finger resulting in 7 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9201,"the ee was lifting the miner cable and water in the 9 north mains section. when ee pushed it up into the roller hanger, ee felt a pop in ee's right shoulder. the ee worked one day, before ee sought out medical treatment. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9202,"ee reported: helping co-worker install a belt block on the slope belt, when lifting the lower block, he felt pain to low back (possible strain).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9203,"ee was trying to cut a rubber hose with a pocket knife. the knife slipped off the hose & cut his left thumb, requiring 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9204,ee was working on the bunker tripper tail belt. he was pushing a belt roller out of a cradle. another ee was using a ball pein hammer to strike the roller to help remove it. while pushing on the roller ee was struck on the lt middle finger by the hammer. ee continued to work until 9-13-10 then decided to receive medical attn. he received fracture to lt middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9205,pulling weeds from top of a water tank. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9206,"while working around briquetter, pulled guard up but did not secure prior to working beneath it. guard fell, striking him on his hard hat (head).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9207,mechanic was working on a motor in a cat 777 rock truck when the hood fell on ee. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9208,employee was busting liner out of ball mill with a sledge hammer & part of liner came loose and fell on him.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9209,"while moving servers, jonna was using a small knife to cut wire tie wraps from cables. the knife slipped and cut her left thumb. she received medical treatment (2 sutures).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9210,ee was lifting door off of hazemag crusher. he pulled muscles in lower stomach area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9211,ee got rust in his eye while changing oil in gen set.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9212,employee bumped his elbow against the head of a roof bolt. ***reportable only due to aspiration of the elbow.*** amendment: started missing time 2/16/06 due to surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9213,while changing screen on gravel plant.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9214,"employee was breaking a band on a bundle of rock bolts in preparation to begin bolting, when the band struck his eye. he was given a prescription for treatment of the eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9215,"employee was helping the mechanic who was putting up the belly pan on a d-11 dozer. while twisting around, he felt a twinge in his right knee. he continued to work but his knee continued to bo ther him so he finally decided to go to the doctor on 4-2-02. he notified his foreman for the first time on april 3rd concerning this accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9216,"employee was inserting drill steel in truss bolter pot with right hand, and caught cuff of left hand on the guide clamp lever catching his right hand in the guide clamp. employees right hand required surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9217,"while removing shovels from behind the seat of a mantrip, the employee felt discomfort in right wrist. diagnosed with a fracture to ee's right wrist. lta 6/29/16.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9218,employee was attempting to get a new box for the washer and twisted back. was pushing object. injury was 2/8/08 but was not reported until 2/12/08.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9219,"ee was climbing on top of a scoop cat to do maintenance work. as he climbed onto it, he hit his head on a roof bolt header block and jammed his neck. there was no damage or impairment to the m ining operation or equipment. theinjury did not involve proficiency, training, attitude, protective items or devices. awareness for top clearance over scoop was a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9220,"sawing timbers to set on pillar line, bow saw kicked out and struck right index finger. employeedid not work 1-8 and 9 due to having flu-broughtin doctor's excuse to verify. returned to regula r duty by doctor on 1-7-00.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9221,employee bent over to pick up continuous miner cable and waterline and felt a sharp pain in his lower right back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9222,"employee had just finished putting up a roof bolt and turned to re-load tray with material. when ee turned,ee then struck the back of arm against a stack of roof bolt plates. it caused a laceration about 1"" long that required 4 stitches. employee returned to work after stitches were put in.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9223,while employee was shoveling rock underneath crusher he felt a pain in his back. he sought medical treatment and was diagnosed with thoracic strain and released to restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9224,"two employees were using an excavator to lift a dump truck bed from the truck body. one employee was in the bed, hooking up the lifting chains when the operator accidently moved the bucket striking the first employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -9225,ee was reinstalling sensors at the crusher sump after mucking the sump out. he was standing overthe sump between a concrete slab & the top of the silt trap. he picked up the sensors & felt his left knee pop & buckle,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9226,employee was prying up on a piece of plate steel with a pry bar. bar slipped smashing finger severing from nail bed to finger tip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9227,"employee was using a cutting torch to cut material. apparently, the connection was loose where the torch and hose came together. this caused the fitting to leak a little. the torch ignited, burning the employee's left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9228,while welding in a dieseter screen with another ee for most of the morning the welder-mechanic received flash burns to both eyes. the ee discovered this about 11:30 pm at home. he stated that he didn't know when he incurred the flash. he was given prescription eye drops and was given pain medication and restrictions of no welding for tow days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -9229,"employee bent over a piece of metal that was tenfeet long, eight inches high, 1/4 inch thick and says his back began to hurt. another employee was assisting him.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9230,employee was assisting maintenance personal put away tools when the employee stepped over a gutter and onto a curb. the employee placed the ball of their right foot on the curb and took another step with their other leg. the right heel dropped as they place weight on the leg causing a strained calf muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9231,miner was removing loader teeth off a bucket using a 12lb sledge hammer when a piece of metal flew off and lodged into ee's left leg. the leg immediately bruised and slightly bled. the miner was treated onsite and released early to seek further medical attention. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9232,employee was setting roof jack and beams in the track entry beside #7 conveyor belt at break #36. employee was lifting beam up on lo-trac when he dropped it on his hand mashing small and ring finger on left hand. injury resulted in a fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9233,"ee was drilling a hole with a jackhammer rock drill when it became stuck. he tried to pull the drill free and had to ""pull harder"". he felt a sharp pain in his back. he admitted to lifting with his back and not his legs. he suffered a pulled muscle in his biddle back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9234,"6h section, helping make splice on belt and adding a piece of belt, as he was lifting and pulling piece of belt into place and pulled a muscle in his groin area. diagnosised as hernia lost work days began 7-26-04.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9235,strained back while lifting asphalt rubble and/or walking on uneven ground.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9236,"ee and other were attempting to open a butterfly to the 2 chute. ee was on one side and other was on the other east when they both pushed together the butterfly moved quickly and ee s left thu mb was pinched between the butterfly and the steel chute, his thumb was not broken nor did it piece skin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9237,"working on d10n duel tilt valve, was removing spool and it was truck and spool released with pressure pinning hand between spool and hose on end of valve.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9238,"electrician & mechanic were changing junction box on motor. electrician threaded 2 of 4 mounting bolts & was having difficulty starting threads on 3rd bolt. as he started threads, mechanic tapped top left corner of box with hammer. this was at the same time the electrician placed his gloved hand on top left corner of box and was struck by hammer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9239,"while operating the roof bolter, a rock fell stirking his canopy and causing him to turn and move suddenly. he stated his knee that he has had surgery on began to hurt. he went to his physicia n on 6-26-01 and was told that now new injury had occurred, but problems were due to old injury. no info will follow when we receive the dr. report.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9240,"ee injured his back on sunday march 30th, while installing 60"" belt structure. he states he lifted structure with a co-worker (200 lbs) to waist high then placed on a belt rail when he felt pa in. the immediate supervisor and witnesses said he had been complaining of back pain over a period of 3 days.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9241,ee received a cut on his right hand thumb when securing the hood support on his personal vehicle. the cut required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9242,"cleaning engine mounts, got debris in eye. was using a die grinder with a scotch brite pad. rotation threw debris under safety glasses.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9243,ee removed a rock stuck between the tires of a water truck and strained his shoulder. a torn right bicep was diagnosed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9244,"employee was struck in the face with a crowbar while attempting to remove counterweights from counterweight compartment of man cage. another counterweight inside compartment fell on top of crowbar, lifting opposite end of bar and striking employee. suffered a cut to the lip, broken tooth, and contusion on the cheek.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9245,reported sharp pain in left elbow when closing door on drill cab. had to have surgery on 6-10-02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9246,"the injured was picking up a tray of sand samples. the tray weighed approx. 28-30 lbx. the tray of samples was on a counter top 34 1/2"" from the floor. when she picked up the tray she felt her back go weaker and had a back ache-she missed stwo days of work and is currently on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9247,"he was unloading rail from a rail car. when pulling one rail off, the rail bounced when it hit the ground and struck him on the back of the left leg, causing a laceration requiring 6 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9248,"he was walking beside roof bolter, when the operator seung the roof bolter around. this caught him between the rib & roofbolter.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9249,"while changing screens on the wsh plant, employee experienced a muscle strain in his right forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9250,employee was loading empty pallets onto an empty general car when he mashed his finger with a pallet. (removed his finger nail and required stitches),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9251,"crew of 4 men pulling (6)3/0 & (1)1/0 copper cables upwards through 2 1/2""conduit with cable winch; pulling basket caught at very end of pipe run nylon sling supporting sheave snapped & sheave dropped onto ee's left hand. (20 lb. sheave).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,No Value Found -9252,employee was reaching for a roof bolt wrench and struck his right elbow on a cotter pin on the drill steel guide. the laceration required five sutures. no time was lost.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9253,"employee stated that on 9/27/2019, while operating a grinder, a small sliver of metal struck ee's left eye. this incident wasn't reported until 10/07/2019. the employee received medical treatment for the left eye, also on 10/7/2019. the incident became reportable at the time of the treatment. the employee did not miss any days work and had no restrictions from the doctor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9254,"ee was cleaning out rock crusher, and pulled a rock from under the blow bar. the blow bar then fell trapping the ee's right hand between the blow bar and the crusher's hopper wall.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9255,"employee was tightening bolts on a screen bearing and cut his right index finger on a wire holding the socket on a 1"" impact wrench.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9256,"employee was operating dozer, backed onto large rock and as started forward track threw rock out letting dozer down hard. this created a hard jolt to employee's back causing a lumbrosacral strain. this employee did not wish to seek medical care until 02-15-06.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -9257,employee was cutting some vanaflex on the clinker feeder belt. ee was cutting the nw section of the belt with ee's left hand when the breakaway knife snapped causing the knife to go forward striking the frame. this caused the hand holding the knife to ricochet over and cut ee's right wrist. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9258,employee was shoveling rock and felt a pain in the abdomen. incident reported 02/04/2019.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9259,employee was cutting stone veneer corners with a target saw. the stone kicked up pushing his right hand thumb into the blade resulting in a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9260,ee stated he was installing an outlet casting when it hung up & he placed his finger in a pinch point. he received a fracture on the small finger of his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9261,ee was removing a roof drill steel out of bolt hole and felt a pain in his groin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9262,ee was attempting to put a chain on a sprocket when he caught his left thumb. power was locked and tagged. sprocket was not moving.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9263,"employee was walking down catwalk by 11 screen placed left hand on handrail, caught a bur causing laceration to middle and index fingers of left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9264,he shop employee was air arching when a piece of slag got into his glove causing a minor burn of his left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9265,"employee was in the process of installing top belt framing above their head. the piece of framing got caught on a piece of fire deluge pipe while trying to get it into position. when freeing it up the piece of framing slipped off of the belt rail and suddenly fell, which jerked the employee's arm downward causing an injury to the right shoulder",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9266,drill steel got caught in hose and drill hit him in the face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9267,"employee was cutting foam board with utility knife. while finishing cutting the board, knife slipped and caught employee's left ring finger. employee received stitches in finger and returned to work. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9268,ee was taking a smaple conveyor c405. he pulled something in his right shoulder while lifting a sample bucket from the platform to put it in the truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9269,"putting 4"" channel on rack, channel rolled causing him to twist his hand over backwards. went to emergency room at 9:00 am on saturday february 24, 2001. reported accident on monday, february 26, 2001.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9270,"ee was unloading metal pieces of sheeting, when a piece fell. he jumped back and hit the truck. he caught his nipple ring on the side of the tire truck. employee was wearing a t-shirt.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9271,employee was moving a piece of pipe on a trailer and ee's right hand ring finger was injured due to impact between the pipe and the steel headache structure on the trailer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9272,"ee stated he was in the process of removing hydraulic hose from parts hose, hose fell striking ee in the face causing a laceration to his face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9273,employee was replacing anvils for an impact crusher. he lifted an anvil to replace on the ring and began experiencing pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9274,"ie was using pieces of concrete block to fill in the holes on the sides of the wall ie was building. as ie was using a rock hammer to fit a piece of block into place, ie struck left index finger between the block and the hammer, causing a laceration to the index finger. ie was taken to the medical facility for treatment where ie received sutures to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9275,employee was laying on ground under a section of dredge pipeline while welding when a small piece of welding slag fell into his left ear causing discomfort. the piece of slag was extracted by a physician and the employee was released without any work restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9276,"moving filing cabinet, cabinet slipped slamming hand between cabinet and wall.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9277,"fueling his truck, he was stepping down off of truck, he slipped and fell between truck and wall.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9278,"while climbing down a ladder that was hot, he burned his fingers on a rung. the burn was diagnosed as second degree.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9279,"employee was putting a filter back into service after filter sock change. the filter lid gasket leaked upon the introduction of slurry product. hot slurry released onto the back of the employee's head/neck/behind ear area. 1st degree burn to approximately 6"" x 6"" area and 2nd degree burn to approximately 1"" x 1"" area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9280,placing outrigger pads on crane. caught fingers between pad and pad storage rack.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9281,he knelt down to cut tube off and slipped with knife and cut leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9282,"at the time of the incident, the employee was loosening flange bolts on a transmission line. as he was pulling on the wrench, the bolt suddenly broke free, causing his elbow to swing back and strike the torque converter fill tube cap.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9283,he was jacking up a coal feeder when it slipped off the blocks striking his left foot. broke his ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9284,employee sustained injury to left thumb (open wound & fracture) by pinching thumb between the mast and adjusting tool at completion of drill repair.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9285,"ee was removing a slider on the 18 east section when ee felt a strain to lower back. ee proceeded to go to get a grease gun to grease the miner, and upon returning the grease gun, ee's back pain became more intense. ee informed the section foreman that ee needed to seek medical help for back strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9286,employee was helping to strip coating from electrical cable when his index finger contacted the blade of the stripping tool resulting in a laceration injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9287,"while swing a chain ball over mid rail, employee crushed his left thumb. employee used first aid measures and did not seek treatment with medical provider until 7/21/2014.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9288,"process mechanics were changing two discs on the isa mill that were worn. in the process of removing the third hub, a 2"" nylon strap secured around the hub snapped and impacted the mechanic on ee's forearm just above ee's wrist. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9289,"ee was moving a roll of flashing material & dropped the roll on a pallet of screen rails, causing a screen rail to whip up & hit ee in the left side of face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9290,cutting insulation off of electric cable - insulation was brittle; piece broke off causing knifeto slip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9291,ee was backing his dozer up and ran over a rock which jarred his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -9292,employee was moving a retractable ladder when his foot slipped in gravel causing his left arm to twist resulting in a fractured left shoulder greater tuberosity.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9293,"ee had just finished drilling a 34"" vertical hole with a track drill. he was removing the second circular drill stock when he lost control of it. as it fell he grabbed it with his right arm but the momentum of the drill stock falling caused his elbow to jerk.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9294,"working on the counter weight belt b4. in process of removing an old guard, employee knocked a piece of steel loose. after being informed that the piece was loose, an approximately 20 lb piece of angle iron came down and hit his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9295,"ee was working with co-worker taking coal mill apart for #2 kiln. they were in the process of removing a plate weighing about 150 lbs. ee was removing pin holding the plate, while co-worker wa s supporting the plate. the plate slipped hitting injured ee's left hand, tips of the middle and ring fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9296,"employee bumped knee against a protruding angle iron bracket next to the roller mill. this resulted in a contusion to her knee. she had been off work for non-industrial knee surgery within the past year. though the injury was minor, it was determined that a physician should evaluate her condition.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9297,employee was working around the welder when his eyes got welding burns.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -9298,"individual was standing a beam up from the ground so it could be moved by an industrial powered vehicle, when he felt a burning sensation in his left groin. was not diagnosed as a hernia until 7/2/08.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9299,"employee was cutting a corner shank off a bucket using a torch. when he chipped away the slag a piece flew on his face. when he went to brush it away, his welding gloves pushed the piece up into his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9300,"4300 diamond drill station - move gopher drill forward when base slid out, drill rocked ahead, miner tried to catch it and caught right arm on cable guard. laceration to inner right elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -9301,employee was removing the separator fan housing when he felt a sharp pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9302,"on 07/25/03, ee was changing a grinding wheel on an angle grinder that remained plugged into a power source when a co-worker attempting to assist him in changing the grinding wheel inadvertent ly depressed the trigger & started the grinder causing the grinding wheel to come in contact with the ee's finger which resulted in a laceration requiring four (4) sutures to repair. he was t",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9303,ee was getting rock off miner when he mashed his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9304,"while performing work on the jaw crusher, a jack accidentally struck the employee in the back of the head, when a weld broke on a plate that was used to secure the jack. this caused a laceration, requiring stitches and spinous process fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9305,new face conveyor sections were being installed the injured ee was helping to align steel haulage track assembly when another ee removed movabletrack assembly and steel conveyor casting. ee su stained a crush injury to the end of his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9306,"employee was cranking the handle on the water hose reel when he felt his right shoulder pop, causing pain. he was seen by the er physician and excused from work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9307,ee was pushing on prybar without glove on when it slipped causing ee to hit sharp edge of shim with hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9308,employee was picking up a drisco pipe die when he felt his right index finger pop.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9309,employee was attempting to lift the left boom hinge guard on a new continuous miner with a bar. his hand slipped causing the guard to fall and strike his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9310,"ee was carrying a 5hp electrical motor for replacement on a piece of equipment. he felt a dull pain in the right side groin area and did not initially want to see doctor. pain did not subside, so on 12 11 08 the employee decided he wanted to see a doctor. he is on light duty with no lifting more than 5lbs. recheck on 12 19 08 - hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9311,"a bulk loader employee was at the loadout bay 3 air slide removing chunks of clogged cement. as the material was removed, the air slide puffed material and the cement dust got underneath the employee's safety glasses and into their eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -9312,ee stated that he was throwing a crib block between twoface shields. when swinging the crib between the shield bases he got his hand caught between the crib and the shield base.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9313,"the ee was prying a bearing from the stub shaft on the dewatering screw to replace it. the pry bar slipped causing him to twist & jerk his neck & shoulder, causing a strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9314,"employee was squatting down opening boxes with a box cutter, when the box cutter slipped off the box and cut her right thigh.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9315,"employee was taking the cap off the left torque shaft of the continuous mining machine and when the cap came off, hot oil squirted out on both of his wrists areas.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9316,ee was hanging ventilation curtain and hit his hand with a hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9317,"ee was using a compressed air hose removing a blockage in a lime dust system when the hose became crimped and then releasing air outwards, blowing dust from off the work landing into the ee's right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -9318,employee stated he & 5 other employees were unloading belt stands from a supply car into a scoop bucket. while pulling one bonded set of four stands the set was spun and pinched the employee's left arm against the previously loaded set.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9319,"while repairing a conveyor belt, ee was cutting a hole in the belt using a utility knife; the knife slipped and severely cut ee's left hand. ee returned to restricted work activity on 7/29/10.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9320,employee was carrying screen cloth up steps whenhe felt pain in his lower lefthand side of back.employee went to doctor on 5/25/2000.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9321,ee was making a belt splice and a piece of steel broke off hammer and went through his clothing and penetrated his upper left chest. ee had steel removed on 5-3-05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9322,"employee was removing a rock which was stuck in the cone crusher. rock was too heavy and while still holding rock, had slid down side of crusher and smashed left hand, middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9323,777 rock trk tire ee was mounting tire using drive air wrench & caught his hand between wrench & tire rim no loss time,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9324,employee was changing bucket teeth on a loader. employee used a hammer to remove old teeth. afterwards he noticed a small laceration on his left forearm. two days later his forearm was sore so he went to the hospital to get x-rayed. a small shard of metal was lodged in his forearm but the doctor couldn't find it and put one stitch in his forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9325,employee was taking belt samples for rail loadout and splitting them down at qc lab. a 5 gallon bucket with about 35-40 lbs material was lifted to pour in splitter when employee felt something pull in his back left side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9326,while splitting stone piece of stone fell over causing contussion to right leg,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9327,employee was using a slate bar to lift shield up on shuttle car to reset breakers. as he was lifting he felt a pain in his lower back. employee was treated at princeton community hospital. xrays were negative.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9328,"employee was using lifting jack on headdrive. lifting jack bar slipped out while jacking headdrive striking employee upper lip, 4 sutures required. employee has returned to reg. duty with no restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9329,injured stated drill steel was hung in the holy when he reached for a peace of drill drill off then tray the steel fell from the hole stiking him on the top of the left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9330,"employee was moving from seat to seat on the shuttle car, to change direction, when employee felt pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9331,"ee was changing out a bearing on the mill. whilecleaning the mill shaft with a sand screen, his hand slipped and he cut his left ring finger. hehad to have 3 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9332,the miner bent over to close a 6 inch butterfly valve on a discharge line and while bending and twisting to close the valve felt pain in his lower left back area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9333,"lifting water tree for belt water line felt pain in upper back between shoulder blades. cause is improper lifting technique. ppe not a factor,compliance of rules/regs not a factor,mining equipment/system not a factor, miner profiency was a factor. this person worked after the incident and now is off due to injury 10/10/2009 was his last day worked.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9334,"ee was asking the bolter operators what suppliesthey needed. when he turned around to leave he ran into a screen wire sticking down. cause of this incident was contacting the wire screen han ging down. compliance with rules/regs. not a factor, proctective equip. o-k, miner proficiency a factor, mining systems is a factor due to screening bad top.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9335,ee was making a splice on shuttle car cable when knife slipped & cut left leg (knee area). rec'd 8 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9336,strained back while standing inclined at conveyor for long time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9337,employee was cutting a piece of the suction hose off on the bottom of the drill pot when the knife slipped cutting his left arm requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9338,"while installing roof bolts a rock 3"" x 3"" x 1/2"" fell and struck the rotating drill pot throwing it toward the operator striking him in the chin and leaving a 1/2 inch laceration that required sutures to close. released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9339,reportable only. no lost time. employees hand slipped while trying to position tension jack. finger caught between jack and frame. sutures required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9340,injured employee and co-worker were installing a return roller at the load out. injured employee was holding a nylon strap that was attached to one end of the roller. the roller slipped from the co-workers hands - jerking the strap the injured employee was holding. injured employee continued to work - had surgery to repair a small rotator cuff tear 12/22/2014.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9341,reportable only due to a suture. employee was using a hammer when a piece of the hammer broke off hitting employee in the right forearm. the piece of metal was removed and required one suture. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9342,employee sustained a lower back strain as he was attempting to lift and slide an oxygen tank into back of the yard truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9343,"a rock fell from roof, striking ee on foot. ee left mine to visit a physician.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9344,"employee was driving a pin out of a ride with a hammer and chisel, when a piece of the chisel broke off and lodged under the skin on the left index finger. the employee received two stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9345,miner was dragging a wash down hose when it got tangled. miner jerked on the hose suffering a strain or hernia in the left groin area. dr removed miner from work 12-3-02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9346,the injured employee was roof bolting & a piece of roof rock fell from between the roof bolts striking him on the left side & left hand. the incident caused a fracture to the left hand. he sta rted missing time on 9/1/03 & is still under the doctor's care at this time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9347,employee was operating the headgate end of the shearer; heading towards head when shearer threw rock about 14' in diameter. employee was about 20' away when the rock bounced off the top of the spill tray & struck him on the left leg & right foot. medical information not received until middle of march.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9348,employee was struck just above the left eye by the end of a ventilation tube (slider) causing a laceration that required 11 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9349,while lifting the bed of a gator to check the oil an employee felt a pain in his stomach.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9350,"employee was picking up a heavy battery with his right arm, (the battery was stuck). his arm popped and crackled when he first lifted it out of the battery box. he said it didn't feel right and it hurt immediately.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9351,"using bar to try & move backstop back into placebar slipped causing ee to fall forward, injuringhis shoulder",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9352,the ee was attempting to insert drill steels into the drill pot. when they did not line up he applied upward pressure on the boom. the steels warped under the pressure. the steel released into the drill pot slapping the between the thumb and index finger splitting the skin no rotation was involved in this injury. ee received 6 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9353,ee was cutting down rope hanger when he cut his left arm. he required stitches to repair the cut.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9354,"employee was retrieving a product sample from a cyclone sample port. the port was plugged, so he reached his right hand into the port to attempt to unplug it when the tip of his middle finger was severed by making contact with the rotary valve above the opening.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -9355,ee was adjusting forks on a kubota forklift. ee's left middle and 4th finger were pinched between the left fork and the frame. ee was seen at the er and the left middle finger was amputated at the first knuckle. ee was released to modified duty effective 5/4.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9356,"employee was shoveling spillage from under a portable crusher and strained his back on 12 january. the employee woke the next day experiencing pain which he thought would go away. he tried to work through the pain, it did not subside. the employee sought chiropractic care on 14 january.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9357,"while performing a liner change in one of the mills, ee was struck in the head & neck by the overhead crane trolley. a weld on the system failed. ee was given a restricted duty release on 8-9- 02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9358,"ee (along with 2 other men) was hanging miner cable. conditions were muddy and the cable was pulled tight. when ee raised cable over his head, he felt his back ""shift"". initial diagnosis is slipped disk in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9359,right ring finger was caught between core tube and drill rod.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9360,employee was in the process of setting a tailpiece. the chain slipped causing the tailpiece to set down on a crib causing the crib to roll over. the crib landed on the employee's foot causing a fracture on the end of one of employee's toes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9361,"unloading a 6"" pipe and the pipe rolled over and mashed finger requiring 3 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -9362,"while removing a breaker, employee caught hand and lacerated right middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9363,"employee used a pair of bolt cutters to cut the bands on a stack of hog panel. when employee cut the band, the band flew back striking employee just above the right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9364,cutting the vactor hose with a sharp knife.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9365,"while removing rock off top of miner a piece of rock 5' x 3' x 4"" flipped up, mashing his right pointer finger against the top resulting in a broken & cut finger requiring 8 stiches to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9366,"charging #2 raw mill and media hopper swung into left hand, jamming left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9367,"employee was trying to cut a .003 inch shim stock. he had the shim stock locked in a vise. he could not find a pair of shears but thought he could tear the shim stock by hand. he was not wearing gloves. as he tried to tear the material, his left hand slipped and lacerated the palm of his hand. he received stitches and was referred to a hand specialist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9368,ee was walking on cat walk and felt pop in left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9369,"injured was taking cable down, when cable hanger slipped and the s-hook caught thumb and left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9370,"employee was using a rope and well wheel to pull 6""x6"" steel plates to an uper floor. this activity caused a strain to his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9371,ee was moving the continuous miner cable out of the roadway.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9372,"emp strained upper back while twisting to adjust radio in equipment. no lost time, no restricted duty. company was unaware employee was seeing chiropractor for treatment of strain. investigation into treatment by work comp carrier confirmed on 01/04/2011 that employee was treating for work related injury resulting in this report for medical treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -9373,"employee was swinging a pick while shoveling and lower back became sore. reported when still sore on 4-24-02. sent to doctor. x-ray negative prescription medication, restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9374,"employee was running the continuous miner when the rib rolled off and caught the right leg, breaking it below the knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9375,employee was lifting a shovel cable connector when they strained their lower back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9376,"after hosing out a cooler hopper, the miner felt something in his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9377,"ee was using a box cutter knife to open empty ware pallets. knife was not retracted & he was putting emptyware on the line, pushing boxes & had knife in one hand. right arm went over left hand and blade cut right forearm. required stitches, thus constituting msha reportability.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9378,injured was exiting slope belt when he stepped up to a step his knee gave out resulting in a sprain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9379,employee claims back injury related to loading scrap crusher hammers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9380,"employee was lifting one side of portable generator to completely drain the fuel tank before permorming further maintenance. employee set generator down and stood up, at that point the employee felt a ""pop"" in his lower back. the supervisor was notified and the employee was sent to an onsite medical clinic for evaluation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9381,injured member was operating the roof bolter when he placed his left hand on the canopy and smashed his middle finger between the canopy and roof resulting in a laceration requiring 5 sutures and a distal fracture of the left middle finger. he was released to return to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9382,employee was removing tram chain on roof bolter. his glasses came off as the employee bent over to retrieve his glasses he hit his eye with the pry bar he had been using.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9383,"employee suffered a neck strain when a sledge hammer head came off of a hammer, striking them on the hardhat. the hammer was being held by another worker as the injured miner was assisting loosening a bolt.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9384,ee stated that he was rolling a piece of rock off the water line when he felt pain in his right shoulder and neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9385,ee received a cut to the left wrist as he lifted an evaporator heat exchanger plate. he was taken to the er and received nine stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9386,"cleaning loose stone from top of hole, head of drill came down onto employee's left hand and wrist pinning it in place.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9387,piece of rock fell between the bolts hitting hin in the back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9388,crawling through compartments inside tub & ee felt discomfort to left elbow. on 12/21/12 we were informed ee's work status had changed from full duty to light duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9389,employee was removing expand metal guard on f18 fan when guard hung on shaft guard. when guard came loose it pinched lt thumb between two guards halfs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9390,"employee was cutting a 4in rubber pipe with a utility knife when the injury occurred. he was standing and holding the pipe in front of him with his left hand, the employee was using a utility knife in his right hand to cut the pipe. the knife slipped from the pipe and struck the upper portion of his left leg resulting in a laceration requiring 7 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9391,cut hand with box cutter while cutting tab off of 5 gallon bucket of resin. cut left hand required 6 stitches. he was wearing condor gloves.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9392,employee was working overhead tightening bolts with impact gun. when moving to the next bolt the locking mechanism failed allowing the socket to detach from the impact gun. the socket then fell from the bolt striking the employee on the bottom lip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9393,while holding tension on the cable while it was spooling back to the drum on a grove gmk 5225 the employee raised hand to high and pinched right thumb between the sheave and the cable retaining pin. employee got 8 stitches in right thumb. no lost time from work and no narcotics were prescribed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9394,"employee was untangling the hose on a shrink wrap gun. while he was untangling it the gun slid off of a pallet of material, swung on the hose and struck him on the right knee.`",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9395,employyee was cutting conveyor belt for splice and was making his final cutting pass. his leg had been out of line of fire but had five inches to six inches left when he shifted his body position that put his leg in the line of fire. the knife slipped off of the conveyor belt and he cut himself above the right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9396,employee was using a pneumatic air wrench and was pulling on the hose to move the hose. the hose unexpectedly loosened and the employee was pulling toward her face and the air wrench hit her in the mouth breaking a top tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9397,ee was carrying 11 pizza pans from the back of the bolter to the front on the bolter. ee felt a pain in the lower back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9398,"employee received a small metal splinter to the right forearm on 9/14. he completed the company incident report on 9/22/10. at that time it was thought the splinter would work itself out. on 10/7/10, employee was seen by doctor and had splinter removed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9399,employee was walking through a cross cut and hit his head on a roof bolt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9400,"lifting a piece of pipe (8 inches round, 5 foot long) up to the top deck on the 7th floor of the preheat tower to be installed. thinks they strained right elbow lifting pipe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9401,"lenf hand on back hoe to brace himself as he looked under the back hoe - hand slipped and slid across the edge of a piece of metal on the back hoe - short deep cut on side of left thumb - requ ired 4 stitches - returned to work same day, no restrictons - was not wearing his gloves.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9402,while lifting box of waterline out of mud hole he felt pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9403,"employee was using a sledge hammer to aid in removing a truck axle for repair, when a piece of metal broke off and flew into his right eye, embedding it in his eye. first aid was rendered followed by professional help.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9404,lifting a pinon gear for the extruder shaft.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9405,"while cutting with a torch under #1 dryer, a hot nut landed on ee's leg. the hot nut burned through ee s coveralls, pants, and burned leg/knee. the ee was wearing knee pads. the hot nut become caught between knee pad and ley/knee. this resulted in three. 3rd degree burns.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9406,ee was removing paint with a grinder when he bumped the wood blocks or opening under truck causing the grinding disc to come apart and enter under his face shield lacerating his lip. no impairment. medical treatment was approximately $300.00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9407,employee stated that the wet down hose was pushed into the feeder and became wrapped around the pit breaker. the power was locked and tagged out and employee was manually rotating the pit breaker unwinding the hose when right hand got caught between the frame and a pit breaker bit. the employee received sutures in right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9408,employee's hand slipped while adjusting drill bit,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9409,"while sharpening a putty knife on a grinder, the injured's finger was pulled into the grinding wheel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9410,"employee was using a chisel to change miner bits, when the chisel struck him in the left palm of the hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9411,welding on lifting arm of loader. piece of metal came over hood and into right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9412,"on 7-30-19, ee was emptying 2a bin at old plant when dust blew into eye. ee self-treated by flushing eyes with water. (note: prior to this, ee experienced weld flash burn to eyes at ee's residence the weekend of july 27-28, 2019.) ee worked remainder of day on 7-30-19, as well as 7-31-19. still having burning in eye, ee went to er on evening of 7-31-19 & received treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -9413,employee was washing glass beaker. it broke and cut his little finger on his right hand. needed 4 stitches. he returned to work after seeing the doctor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9414,"running 3""casing. while making a connection, employee let down winch line before connection was made smashing the employee's middle right finger with the 3""casing.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9415,"employee was asked to bring a can of oil to roof bolter after putting oil in roof bolter operator of roofbolter started back to bolt top. he didn't see employee had laid his hand on bolter, wh en he swung head to one side it caught employee's finger against frame of bolter.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9416,"while using a track hoe to pull pipe out away from a pump three employees were on the ground in order to connect and disconnect the strap to the machine. during the pulling process a metal flange became lodged causing the pipe to pull tight. when the pipe dislodged it flexed in the direction of the employees, striking and causing two of the employees to fall.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9417,"employee was sweating, he removed his safety glasses to clean his safety glasses and to wipe his forehead, and his coat sleeve hit his eye. the employee received ophthalmic topical antibiotic ointment from the medical clinic as a preventative measure - no infection was present at the time of the clinis visit. no objects were found or removed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9418,"ee clearing 40 lb. boxes from pallet line. ee reached for a box between two pallets, boxes on the front pallet fell onto his right thumb causing a contusion and hyper-extending the tendons in the first knuckle of the thumb. originally treated as first aid, follow-up evaluation with physician revealed the strained tendons and a cast was applied to immobilize the thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9419,working to repair soap hose. when he grabbed it where there was a hole the soap sprayed out in his face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -9420,"at the start of the shift, the prep plant was started & an attempt was made to start the refuse belts. the no.1 refuse belt showed a high amperage reading when attempting to start it, so the f oreman, plant electrician & a mechanic went to the no.1 tailpiece & found that some bolts had broken out of the feeder fro the belt and allowed refuse fines to accumulate around the belt tail",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9421,ee was raising canopy on roof bolter. he mashed his right little finger between roof & canopy. finger was fractured and required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9422,"injured was using a hammer to reinstall a pin on his front end loader, when a piece of metal from the hammer, broke off and entered injured's right check.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9423,"unplugging drill bit, i thought all air was out. i dislodged rocks and the air blew the rocks on my arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9424,she said shoveling on belt line area made her back hurt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9425,employee was moving the miner cable from the roadway when he felt a sharp pain in his lower back. reports show a lumbar strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9426,employee stated that he was bending an 8' roof bolt when afterwards he had a pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9427,ee was cleaning rock off the top of miner when a piece of rock fell off the continuous miner striking the ee's left knee. ee continued working until 7/9/02 at which time he started missing wor k.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9428,employee was loading heavy pieces of steel into the back of a pickup when ee felt pain in the lower back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9429,employee was working in the hydrate area near the separators on 2/14/12. his eyelid became irritated after work. his eyelid was puffy the next day. on 2/16/12 eyelid was very puffy and he requested medical treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9430,production utility was attempting to clear a mill feed chute when foreign debris entered right eye resulting in corneal abrasion,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9431,"employee was unloading a dispersant rail car. the omya employee was wearing gloves, when he grabbed the hose to hook to the coupler to the rail car, a wire from the hose came out (this happened due to the way the hose was cut during replacement from the maintenance department)and punctured a small hole in his hand (right hand thumb side).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9432,ee was rock dusting around the belt head when material fell from the top into his eye. ee did not miss work or notify employer of accident until 3-12-01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9433,he was loading a flagstone pallet by hand standing directly in front of pallet. the pallet fell over on his right let causing a fracture to his right ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9434,tripping pipe when foot clamp closed on finger causing amputation to tip of left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9435,"ee was cutting skirting for belt with knife. knife slipped, ee cut his left forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9436,"ee was climbing onto a conveyor to make a repair when he struck his knee on the iron frame, lacerating his knee. it took stitches to close the wound. no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9437,"ee was pulling cable, making power move on section. he re-injured his left arm that he originally hury on 7/30/01 but did not report or go to doctor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9438,"employee was working on rebuilding a planetary. the planetary had 3 gears that were presumed stuck, a pry bar was used to free the first 2 gears. on the 3rd gear the employee was showing the shop planner that the gear was stuck. ee gently wiggled the 3rd gear & unexpectedly it freed up causing ee's finger to pinch in the housing. ee was wearing a latex mechanic glove.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9439,"mechanic was pressure washing cooler carrying wheels in steam room. the wheel had been cleaned, standing upright. the employee turned around to clean the next wheel. the wheel behind him began to roll towards him. his partner yelled a warning but the employee couldn't hear due to noise. the wheel tipped over, fell, pinned employee's right leg/ankle to the pallet and floor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9440,he bent over to pick up a roof plate and felt pain in his back. he continued to work & started missing work on 01/13/06.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9441,"employee was moving shuttle car anchor and was letting down the slack that was hung by a rope hanger, the end of the rope hanger hook swung up hitting employee on the nose and when employee jerked head back the hook caught on the inside of nose resulting in 5 stitches, employee returned to work the next scheduled shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9442,"miner was cutting a poly grease line with a knife. the knife slipped and the miner cut his left thumb, resulting in 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9443,while positioning an ibc bag in the doorway pic #1 the top of the forklift mast made contact with the top of the box car doorway and damaged the hard piped hydraulic line on the forklift. the employee elected to try and straighten the line by self and cut the end of ee's left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9444,"on 3/9/21 employee was on a bolter when the sound windshield moved contacting hardhat jarring head and neck. was seen at er, ct scan done, & full release issued. returned to work 1st shift back 3/16/21 & on 3/17/21 they informed the company they had seen their own doctor & taken off work for four weeks to do physical therapy making this reportable on 3/17/21.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9445,"ee was in the reapri shop trying to remove a bushing from a joy 14cm 15 cutter head. after splitting the bushing with a torch, he used a 3202. hammer and a chisel to remove the bushing. while striking the chisel a piece of metal slipped offof the bushing and struck ee in the left leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9446,working on hosing deck. his nozzle was leaking so he went to shut off water and obtain a new nozzle. he was returning to his work sight when he turned his head away to avoid blowing air and was observing his new nozzle. he hit his head on a low clearance beam cutting his forehead.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9447,employee was cutting a section of belt with a belt knife when it slipped and cut his right thigh requiring seven stiches to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9448,"while loading a ram jack onto the shear, employee caught his right thumb between the jack and the handrail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9449,"employee was filling bulk bags. it was a long step down from the platform he was standing on. when he stepped down, he felt a pinch in his abdomen.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9450,"two workers were re-installing a pulley guard on a jaw. one worker lost his grip on a 2 lb hammer. when the hammer slipped from his grip, it struck the other worker on the chin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9451,employee was cutting hole in top of 5 gal pail when utility knife slipped lacerating left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9452,working on diesel master cylinder and went to grab a hose being fed to them a piece of metal punctured their left hand between thumb and index finger. employee received 3 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9453,lifting rock out of tail piece at #3 head injured lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9454,member ran his right hand over sharp piece of metal causing a laceration. nine sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9455,employee was unclogged plug air when the plug broke loose and rust material stuck left hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9456,"employee advised he was assisting moving a cable cart. the cable spool was spinning and slid sideways, catching employee's left middle finger between the spool and cart. the fingernail was pul led off and the finger required three stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9457,repairman was trimming edge of a rubber panel for a double deck screen. the blade snapped and remainder of the blade went between left thumb and index finger cutting the left hand. the employee received 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9458,"ee was charging the mills with steel balls. a 3 1/2"" ball fell from chute above and landed on the right finger causing injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9459,"employee was replacing holding line cable. after cutting secured end of cable on new spool, cable end flew out and cut him on the right temple",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9460,"ee bent over to raise lid on main water valve at jaw, when she felt a sharp pain in her back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9461,"lifting side arms on atrs, while lifting, knee popped possible torn ligament.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9462,"ee pulled 1 1/2"" hose from under clean coal collecting belt in the prep plant. hose pulled his arm back & he felt pain in his right shoulder. missing on 4/17/02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9463,"the dredge operator was tightening shaft packing with pump running and loose clothing got caught in shaft between bearings. the power of the shaft wound his clothes off. he was burned on his legs trying to free himself, which he did. injuries were not serious enought for doctor attention.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9464,ee & co-worker was carrying metal pipe and ee strained and twisted back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9465,employee was removing bolts on the cutting edge of the loader and sliced his left index finger. he received 7 stitches. he has returned to work today.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9466,"the employee was unrolling a field fence when he was injured. he was pushing on field fence to go over a big shrub and he suddenly slipped. the field fence rolled back towards his face and hit him. the injured sustained an abrasion, a cut on his inner lip and a chipped tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -9467,"lifted the roll locking mechanism. locked it by tightening bolt. applied new rolls. while sliding on the second roll, the lock mechanism fell down pinching his hand between roll and lock.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9468,excessive crawling,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -9469,ee was shoveling material out from under bins for approx. 10 minutes when he felt pain in his lower back and down his leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9470,sliding plate metal scrap into bucket of loader. metal pinned fingers against bucket.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9471,"in the course of an outage a section of exhaust duct was removed from kiln no. 1. during the refractory bake-out combustion gases were released into building 405. the next day a calcines filter floor operator reported that he had a headache and became disoriented, and after going home and sleeping felt like he had a hangover.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -9472,employee had just put a pin in the ripper and as he was standing up the ripper shifted causing the chain from the boom to drop hitting him on the shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9473,"maintenance person tried to lift a sheave from the motor at sump 11. once ee removed the sheave, ee turned to the right with the sheave in hand and felt a pinch in the back. two co-workers did a beam lift to free ee of the sheave and notified the supervisor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9474,"working on dozer, and dropped belly pan on his right hand, cutting it, requiring 12 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9475,employee was cutting a wiper for the skirt board on the crusher. the blade on the utility knife broke off and lacerated hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9476,"tilden plant repairman was torqueing bolts on #2 dryer with a high torque hydraulic wrench. employee placed hand on wrench and asked partner to apply hydraulic pressure. at this time his finger became caught in between the wrench and bull gear flange, resulting in 13 stitches. employee is off work on administrative leave post drug and alcohol testing.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9477,"when the cable reel was turned on, employee caught her left leg between the cable and rib, resulting in a contusion",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9478,the employee was changing water sprays on the shear drum. a chip came off of his hammer and lodged in the top of his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9479,"employee states that while cutting a piece of duct tape with a utility knife, the knife slipped and cut his right ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9480,"while changing a motor the employee reaching over to push the pump out of the way, the pump rolled and smashed his left index fingertip. he was taken to seek medical attention and received 4 stitches in finger and fingernail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9481,"broken finger, raised pin to connect cable to loader. pin fell on finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9482,sparks from torch while working on northwest shovel must have gotten into welding truck seat setting it on fire. when employee tried to open the door he lost his balance getting two fingers caught in door handle cutting right middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9483,"while installing a conveyer roll, employee got his left hand pinched between the truss and the roll.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9484,employee was in the process of breaking up a rock with a ball peen hammer and a proto chisel at shield #9. a sliver of metal broke off the head of the hammer and struck ee in left forearm. this incident became reportable on 8/9/2017 when the employee had to have the piece of metal removed from arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9485,employee was watching the cable while the roof bolter was being trammed when the cable hanger broke causing the cable to sweep employee off his feet. he fell onto his side and landed on his rescuer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -9486,employee was unhooking a set of jumper cables for a scoop battery charger and as he pulled on the cables the cat head came uncoupled and hit him over the right eye causing a small laceration that took two sutures to close. employee missed no work and is working his regular job.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9487,employee was standing beside a co-worker who was jacking up a ride that had wrecked. the jack flew out striking employee in the head resulting in a laceration over his left eye (11 stitches) and a broke tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9488,"after high winds knocked over one 36""x60' conveyor onto another conveyor it had to be lifted up and standing legs removed in order to replace it with a new conveyor. while the standing legs were being dismounted off of the fallen conveyor the employee was bumped with the legs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9489,the mechanic hit his right ring finger with a hammer while installing a tie rod end on pu 117.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9490,"while using a small ore sample tool, like a smaller version of a spade shovel, employee met some resistance while using tool and after applying more pressure on the shovel and twisting it, removed shovel and felt strain in back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9491,ee was assisting with completion of conveyor belt replacement and was guiding large tail pulley guarding screen into final position when the tip of his finger got caught in a pinch point contact of upper & lower guards that cover the tail pulley.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9492,employee was checking antifreeze in truck. he started taking cup off of radiator and realized it was hot. he started putting cup back on when it blew off covering him with hot antifreeze.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9493,"a employee had removed the starter from the mcc panel and placed it on a electrical cabinet. the employee was carrying out the task of rewiring the starter. once completed, the employee was carrying the starter back to place it in the mcc cabinet when he felt pain in his lower abdomen. the employee was diagnosed with having sustained a hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9494,the employee was sweeping the shop floor and kicked a wheel chock out of the way and strained his groin muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9495,"employee was using sledge hammer to drive in bars on slide of 1e clinker tank prior to calibration, when hammer slipped off end of bar, flew from his hands becoming wedged between clinker hut and handrail. employee fell onto end of hammer handle when he lost his balance.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -9496,employee was was doing his general house keeping duties and experienced that his left middle finger would lock up while holding on to any object for a long period of time. he reported to us on 2/5/07 that he has gone to a physician and been diagnosed with flexor tendonitis. to date there has been no loss days or restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9497,"ee was helping put a track on d11 dozer and had a pry bar holding roller boagie. dozer boagie dropped, pinning ee's right hand to ground by bar. this fractured ee's right little finger and tore fingernail off of right ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9498,"while ee was standing next to scoop bucket, a car cable pulled the ee's feet from under him and pulled the left one under the scoop bucket.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9499,"while working on a 2 yrd loader, employee bumped the engine cover knocking the engine cover rod out of position, which allowed the cover to fall forcing his head down and he split his lip. several sutures were needed to repair the laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9500,he was taking chain hoist off feeding when handle slipped striking him in the face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9501,"employee unhooking supply car from mantrip, the tongue (disconnect) stuck. he hit the disconnect with a hammer. metal chipped off and penetrated his left hand. 5-18-01 dr. removed metal,4 sutu res.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9502,"ee was removing a wad of thread from the sewing machine at the main plant. he pulled the thread trhough the sewing machine and extended his arm to the left. when he did, he reached behind a bag kicker panel as it was returning and his hand was pinched between the panel and the back of the kicker.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9503,"as the employee was hand loading bundles of glue onto a roof bolter, ee felt a sharp pain in the lower back and shoot down the left leg. ee's doctor believes ee has a pinched nerve and is expected to make a full recovery without requiring surgery. ee began missing work on 10/30/2018.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9504,employee was atempting to move a bulkhead inside a railcar and strained lower calf muscle in left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9505,"employee was assisting two other employees in removing a pump from the spanish needle creek. thepump sits in a concrete enclosure and required the use of a crane to remove the pump.the employe e put his hand on the hoist rope as the pump waslifted, causing his fingers to be pinched between the sheave wheel and the rope.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9506,"employee was operating a rubber tire dozer when he passed through a rough area and stated the seat bottomed out, causing him lower back pain. the employee was taken in for examination, given prescriptions for pain and released after one day off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -9507,employee pulling steel plate up to a preheater in order to weld it. employee felt strain in testicle area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9508,employee was inserting the fitting ends in hexagon drill steel and struck his left index finger with a hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9509,miner was showering after shift when some debris washed into his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9510,ee was drilling a hole in the roof when a piece of rock fell out between pins striking him on the left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9511,"working on tail piece on back of miner, was prying on motor with pry bar, bar slipped and caught finger between bar and motor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9512,the contractor accidently scratched ee's right bicep with the bearing plate as ee was putting on the roof bolt prior to installation. (2) sutures were used to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9513,"ee was grinding with a portable grinder, when the wheel slipped off the work surface and his forearm contacted a sharp edge of the conveyor frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9514,working on a chute; raked arm over rough piece of metal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9515,ee was removing rock from on top the continuous miner and fell some pain in the mid back. he then went to move the miner cable against the rib when the fell more pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9516,"doing service work on dozer. oil filter on extremely tight. was using 1/2"" ratchet. would not budge. hit ratchet with 4 lb. hammer. on the 5th swing, he missed the handle and hit his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9517,"ee was attempting to lift a 30 hp pump to turn it over, when his hands slipped on oily housing.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9518,"employee's saw blade got stuck in a stone. when the blade came free, it jerked the saw upward rapidly causing his arm to jerk. **neuroproxia right upper arm **off work",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9519,ee was bolting. he bent a steel and it whipped out of the drill head. his abdomen was hit on the left side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9520,employee mashed his finger while removing a hitch from a battery jeep. the injury involved a laceration that requires sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9521,ee was unloading a retrieval rope by self out of a scoop bucket into the e sled. ee states ee felt a pull in left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9522,ee was moving stones from one pallet to another. while bending over he felt something pull from his back to neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9523,"when helping repostition a pump in the back of a pickup, the technician's ring finger was pinched between the pump and the pickup utility box causing a tuft fracture and laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9524,injured felt a pain in her back while bending over to lift a cinder block.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9525,"while installing a strap, the strap spun around and cut his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9526,"employee was cleaning trash in scraper parking lot. lifting a 55 gallon barrel full of trash. was taken to hospital for further evaluation, and was diagonis with lower back injury. was given one week off and to get more treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9527,ee was wrapping a pallet when a foreign object flew into the corner of his left eye. he was wearing his safety glasses at the time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9528,employee was removing a bushing out of pin bore with air hammer. bushing broke loose and hit him in the face cutting open lip and breaking tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9529,"miner was lifting a box, turned, felt pain in left knee, laid box down, stretched resuming work. next am, knee was stiff saw pa for some over the counter meds, knee brace, reported to work as self-treat/no restrictions. while on r&r, saw doc who placed on restrictions. the pa misunderstood initial location of injury while on duty underground; we are reporting accordingly. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9530,"employee felt irritation in ee's right eye, ee reported to medic the medic found nothing. the irritation continued employee was taken to the doctor small particle removed antibiotics given.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9531,employee was drilling and cutting a metal panel and rubbed their right eye. later that night they saw something in the eye and had to go to clinic to get it removed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9532,"reportable only, no lost time. using a ratchet to break a bolt loose in torque arm on shaft gear box. ratchet slipped and mashed finger between bracket and ratchet. fractured finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9533,two employees were leveling the rakes on #5 thickener. they had a wrench on one of the adjusting bolts for the rake. employee 1 was pulling and employee 2 was pushing on the wrench. employee 1 felt a sharp pain to the lower back that traveled to the lower abdominal area. * started losing time on 8/25/09,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9534,"employee was dragging hv cable backwards and tripped over hv nip, hv cable fell on their knee. employee was originally released with no restrictions. they went to the doctor again and was put on restricted duty on 9/22/22.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9535,employee was shoveling dirt on site.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9536,employee was on a truck ladder adjusting tarp arm. when ee climbed down from the ladder stepping on to the ground ee hurt back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9537,employee was helping open the door to the hammermill. when securing the door he got his fingers caught between the chain and the door.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9538,"he was trimming cable with knife, when the knife slipped and cut his left index finger .",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9539,"ee was pulling a pallet off of a stack of 8 high pallets, when a pallet fell off and hit the side of his right foot behind the steel toe of his safety boot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9540,"the employee was lifting a steel beam with other workers when ee felt a burning sensation in groin area. the following were not a factor: rules, regs, skills, proficiency, training, equipment, protective devices and clothing. attitude may have been a factor. the employee began losing time on 10/25/16.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9541,employee was splicing cable on shuttle car when the knife slipped and cut his right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9542,employee was holding up a flange and fitting a pipe through the flange. the flange slipped and fell smashing fingers on the employee's left hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9543,person injured themselves when conduction maintenance work on a haul truck brake system. person was lifting a brake disc and injured their back muscles. the injured person went to the er when back pain was not controlled by over the counter pain medication. er documented injury as strained back muscles and instructed person to take 4 days off work to recover.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9544,"monday - employee lifted a pin for a hydraulic cylinder from the ground, carried it to the truck, hauled it to the weld shop and handled it 2 more times. tuesday ee started feeling discomfort. wednesday ee reported the incident and was taken for medical evaluation, where ee received chiropractic care. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9545,"employee was using a sledge hammer to remove a solid block stopping in 14th east return, when he felt a sharp pain in his lower back. he reported the incident and 5 days later (8-5-12) he went to the doctor who kept him off from wok for 4 days.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -9546,employee was chocking a coal hauler. he lifted the second chock & his right elbow popped.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9547,"the employee was removing a liner bed from a conveyor when it slipped. he tryed to catch it and felt a ""pop"" in his wrist and elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9548,employee was throwing 50 lb. bags on a pallet. right hand got hung in the bag and the hand rolled causing his arm to roll.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -9549,"ee stated that he was cutting 2 inch plastic water line off a coupler, the utility knife he was suing slipped off the line and struck the middle finger of his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9550,cat 325 trac hoe operated by an ee was attempting to hook up a pontoon to be moved and when swung the bucket a few inches and struck the top of ie's hard hat as ee was bent over preparing to hook up the lifting strap.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -9551,"the employee was attempting to put an oxygen bottle away for storage, employee put the bottle on end and turned away for a moment, the bottle topped over striking employee's foot. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9552,"employee was replacing an air actuator valve. the valve was held up with a piece of clothes hanger. the employee cut the wire, the valve swung free and struck the employee, chipping the upper right second and third teeth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9553,member was changing a tire on a coal truck when the wheel spun and caught his right hand between the tire and spoke.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9554,"employee was using a drill press to take bushings out of a steering arm. the part started to fall off press table and struck ee's hand. cause of this injury was not seeking help to stabilize and lift the heavy arm. compliance with compliance/rules, ppe, mining equip/systems was not a factor. miner proficiency may have been a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9555,"ee was letting the continuous miner head down on a crib that had been built for blocking the head while working was to be performed. when head pressure was applied to crib, a crib squeezed out, striking ee on left hand, causing injury to ring finger & little finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9556,"operator dismounting dragline. guardrail safety chain across ladder access had been unlatched and hanging down in close proximity to access ladder. while dismounting, operator's finger became snagged on the latch on safety chain, lacerating the finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9557,employee was using a wire wheel to clean some gasket material off a pipe flange. some of the wires separated from the wheel and one of them stuck in right arm. a doctor had to remove the wire piece and employee received 3 sutures. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9558,"ee was attempting to straighten 12"" u bolt using a frame press with bottle jack attachment. ee turned u bolt on side to compress/reform bolt with a 4x4x2 piece of wood as a brace. when ee released bottle jack the stored energy caused the 4x4x2 piece wood to eject from the press, striking the ee in the face.ee was sent to emergency room for stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9559,ee was putting a cutting edge in the loader bucket to move it to a strong location,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9560,he was on a 992 using an air impact wrench to take off a suction line when the clamp flew off the air hose and piercing thru his left eye lid into his eyeball. he went to er and was referred to dr.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9561,using wheat burner to unthaw dirt out of skid loader bucket and dirt or lime went into employee's eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9562,"he was helping to put an impeller back on a slurry pump. while reaching down toward the lower sheave and pulling the belts upward to rotate the shaft to spin on the impeller, his left finger w as caught in between the belts and the motor sheave.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9563,he was changing tires on a 10 wheeler and twisted his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9564,employee was watching a crew of employees reraila supply car with a lifting jack. the lifting jack kicked out and struck employee on the right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9565,"employee was using a wrench to tighten a bolt on branford mine scale. wrench slipped, causing employee to almost fall down. employee injured left knee while preventing fall.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9566,ee was climbing down a truck ladder when a ring he was wearing caught on a step as he stepped ofthe ladder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9567,employee claims he was cleaning shaker screens and then had back pain the next day. on 9-8-03 he was placed on modified duty and given rx medicine.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9568,ee was hammering on a plugged vacuum pipe when he felt pain and soreness in his right elbow. this event occurred on 8/12/04 and became reportable when ee was treated by a physician and placed on modified work activities on 9/17/04.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9569,"while removing a beam trolley, the employee was prying the wheel off with a sleever bar when it slipped pinching the finger between the bar and the beam. the employee's left ring finger got a laceration and needed ten stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9570,ee was on the floating conveyor to move the conveyor chute car. a come-a-long was attached to the car to help move it to the correct place. the ee was brushing some rocks off of the track when the car moved and smashed ee's finger tip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9571,"ee said while tramming the miner to the face of no. 3 entry on remote, while walking behind the machine he ran into a cable bolt. cause of injury was awareness on the part of this ee. complian ce rules/regs not a factor, protective equipmentnot a facetor, miner proficiency/attitude a factor, mining equipment or systems not a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9572,mechanic was hit by metal shard while replacing a bucket tooth on a loader.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9573,"was cranking light tower down, hand slipped & crank hit hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9574,while removing the shiv from a 300 hp motor that assist in running a hazemag crusher the shiv fell off of the shaft smashing employees fingers. employee had to have his right hand index finger stitched and his second finger splinted.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9575,ee was welding on a chute at the plant a hot piece of slag went into his boot and lodged below his ankle causing a burn.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9576,"employee moved a portable cement mixer into the burner floor elevator. as he moved it out, the upright lid fell on his left hand and cut it. he received one stitch.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9577,breaking fitting loose on bolt machine. fitting broke and he fell and hit his hand cutting it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -9578,"employee was using a standard metal sledge hammer to remove the teeth off of a loader bucket when a piece of the tooth fractured and struck the employee in the arm. the piece of metal hit the employees left forearm causing a laceration and the metal piece to stick in the arm. the metal piece that fractured was approximately 1/4"" (long) x 1/8"" (wide) x 1/16"" (thick).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9579,"employee was located in the track entry where the track crew was pulling rails off the rail car, one of the rails caught on another rail in a bind, when it broke free, it swung across the entry and struck the employee in the left leg. employee was transported to montgomery hospital where x-rays revealed a fracture to his proximal tibial plateau, which would require surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9580,"a 2 1/2"" diameter rock fell, struck off structure member, bouncing inward into face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9581,"employee was removing a 3"" dust hose off the back of the rock duster when the hose came around and hit the employee in the right upper arm area. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9582,"employee was removing drill chuck from drill pot of roof bolter, while using a hammer to remove chuck a piece of metal flew off of the hammer or chuck lacerating his right leg. ppe was not a factor, rules/regs was not a factor, miner knowledge could be a factor, mining/systems could be a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9583,employee was opening a crate wrapped by a metal bar. employee cut the metal bar and was removingit when his hand struck one of the sharp edges. this required employee to receive two stitches on his right index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9584,"had a bent bolt close to top, tried to straighten it with rotation, the bolt came around and hit employee on left wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9585,ee was attenpting to remove a stuck shovel tooth pin with a double jack. a piece of the pin flew off and went under the sleeve of his shirt and coveralls. his arm was lacerated and required suturing. the piece of steel was not imbedded in his arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9586,employee attempted to lift a cylinder of compressed oxygen. he stated he felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9587,"changing pillar block bearing, chain come-along unlatched and shaft landed on my finger and bolt.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9588,cutting a frame from old dredge,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9589,"ee was putting a plate on a roof bolt when a piece of wire punctured his glove, going in one side of his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9590,ee was standing assisting to load the tail gate drive onto a step down car when end of drive slipped off of fork and something flew up and struck him in face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9591,employee was installing a chain on a refuse conveyor and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9592,employee was unloading crib blocks when he cut his arm with a metal band.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9593,rock rolled onto knee,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9594,"on 8-23-12, the employee was cleaning dirt from a tripper car when his rake twisted, causing a left forearm strain. employee was evaluated by a physician and physical therapy was ordered. he completed his second session on 9-19-12.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9595,ee was pushing dirt on a d9 dozer when dirt built up so high and fell in-busting the window -fell in ee,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -9596,"employee was hanging curtain beside the roof bolter, after they had finished pinning. the operator thought he was clear and backed the bolter up, running over his left leg causing a bruise. x-rays were negative but due to swelling and soreness of the bruise he started missing work on 8-4-04.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9597,"during kiln shutdown, employee was using impact wrench to tighten bolts on the mid-kiln probes at the rotary kiln between the shell and shroud. to do the job, he had to lay on his back or side , and he got a foreign body in his right eye. physician removed fb with needle and prescribed medication.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9598,tightening a bolt with a breaker bar & deep well socket. socket slipped from bolt head & finger was pinched between tool & stationary object,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9599,"the employee was installing a lower tool bushing in the primary crusher rammer e68 hammer. ee was using a (hand held) hammer to drive in the lower tool bushing retainer pin. one of the times ee struck the pin sliver broke off the end of the 1 ¼"" diameter lower tool bushing pin, and embedded in the employee's arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9600,knocker wrench fell from ledge of expadshion joint and down onto top of foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9601,a small metal sliver from hand chisel embedded in right thigh. the sliver will be left in the thigh unless complications arise in the future. ee was given an antibiotic & is back to work with no restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9602,employee was handling piece of stone on splitter. a thin layer of stone came off the stone and fell on employee's thumb. diagnosis:contusion; restricted duty assigned **employee did not seek medical attention until after work,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9603,employee was moving some blocks and felt a strain in the abdomen. employee was sent to the er as soon as we were notified of the possible injury. employee thinks they might have caused a hernia in the stomach. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9604,"employee was bent over and twisting, moving the cribbing(8x8 block) when he felt a pull in his stomach.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9605,employee was pulling a drill steel out of ee's tray when the steel smashed ee's finger against the drill pod. ee received 4 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9606,lifting a gear box from the ground to a pick-up bed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9607,"while shoveling out the feed hoppr of the wash plant, employee straine dhis lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9608,"prying metal form off of concrete with pry bar, forms fell on leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9609,working on stone chopper and smashed left index and middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9610,employee was cutting 2-1 1/4 inch poly pipe-when cut was made the other end of the pipe nipped up and cut his on the lip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9611,"ee was installing a new guard around the tail roller of 8105 belt. while lifting the guard into place, the guard hung on a bolt. he strained his shoulder while lifting guard off the bolt. he c ontinued to work but was having a problem with the shoulder. he was taken to a dr. on 4-12-01. after exam, restrictions were given for lifting &further tests were ordered: torn rotator cuff.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9612,inj was unloading concrete blocks from scoop bucket when another block fell & caught hand between blocks causing a fracture to right index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9613,"contract miner was shoveling dirt into a bucket taking 20 minute shifts. contract miner completed his 20 minutes of shoveling and was standing, talking with other miners when he complained of a back spasm. contract miner was taken to first aid for evaluation, given heat pack and returned to duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9614,"employee was trying to dislodge tramp metal from the big ball mill feeder by rotating the drive sheave on the gearbox. when he rotated it forward it finally stopped and would not go further. when he let go of the sheave, the outer edge of the sheave cut the palm of his right hand. there were no v-belts attached as they were burned off when the feeder choked down.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9615,"he was spinning drill steel out of the drill hole, when it struck him on the face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9616,"mechanic was removing a hydraulic pump when it slipped, cutting his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9617,employee was cutting a zip tie with a knife. when he cut through the tie the knife stabbed into his left hand between left thumb and index finger. employee needed sutures to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9618,"employee states that while grinding on a 777 cab, the grinder kicked back and struck his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9619,"injured was standing in a crusher using a sledgehammer to remove dirt & rust from the backplate,when he felt pain in his lower back. (injured began losing time on 11/17/03.)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -9620,"working on engine replacing leaking gaskets which required removing after coolers. injury occurred while bending over picking up oil absorbant pads on the ground to properly dispose of & his back ""popped"" and followed by lower back pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9621,ee stepped on a rake & the handle struck her in the mouth. the result was 3 chipped teeth. ee initially sought diagnostic treatment. ee did not recieve medical treatment until 9/11/2007. no lost work days or restrictions due to the chipped teeth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9622,iee(injured) stopped water truck to ask another ee (mechanic) a question and at that time ee's were changing teeth on the hitachi 330 track hoe. a jammed tooth required a hammer to loosen it. mechanic hit the tooth with hammer when a piece of hammer broke off the edge and hit ee in the left bicep (which ee was standing 10' away),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9623,undetected material slid down the t-bar and slid down the mass boom of the t-bar striking the light frame causing the rock to break into small piece striking him on the left shoulder. when he moved away he struck his head on the canopy driving his hard hat down on his left ear causing a laceration resulting in stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -9624,"employee was in the process of holding a pvc pipe up from being damaged by a backhoe, the end of the pvc pipe pulled loose from the recently glued fitting, striking the employee in the upper lip which caused a laceration that required four stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9625,ee was struck in the eye with a metal fragment while running a power grinder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9626,"prying with bar, bar slipped. caught little finger on righthand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9627,employee was rock dusting when the rock dust hose came apart at a joint and struck ee in the face and blew rock dust in eyes. the employee was diagnosed with concussion symptoms on 11/25/2015 and taken off work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9628,injured was filling up a piece of equipment whenthe fuel nozzle flew back and hit him on the right side of the jaw causing a bruise.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9629,ee lifting screen to place in loader bucket whenhe felt pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9630,"ee was pulling wire from conduit, felt a pain in right wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9631,"ee was helping set up a port. conveyer, he was handling the power cable when the cable was moved, pinning his left wrist between the cable and the cable bracket. ee suffered a broken bone in his left wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9632,ee stated while removing a fuel tank from a truck the strap snapped back on his fingers smashing them. the doctor had to remove the nail on his right finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9633,employee was moving a 50lb bag from a waste bin to a waste pallet and felt a pain in forearm. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9634,"while loading screens onto truck for transportation to the plant, bent & lifted screen with back instead of legs. this caused the back to tighten.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9635,"while replacing a screen in a sand screen deck, screen slipped and caused laceration of two fingers on right hand (sutures required).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9636,"lifting suction liner plate, it stuck then fell on foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9637,"ee was using slate bar to lift a scoop tire to get a chain under the tire. this resulted in pain to his left shoulder. ee continued to work until his surgery on november 26,2012.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9638,"employee was helping another employee change valves at loadout lines. employee experienced soreness. employee was diagnosed with a pinched nerve, but not placed on restricted duty until 10/29/21.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9639,drilling hole for anchor pin to anchor the tailpiece.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9640,"employee was performing longwall tear down duties on the face and slipped and fell on a wet surface, injuring wrist. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -9641,"ee had a non-work related right ankle fracture this past winter. he was repeatedly climbing in & out of the loader about every ten minutes to move railroad ties, and climb up on the screener . ankle got progressively sorer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9642,employee was cleaning out a rail car. the material was stuck in the hoppers at the bottom of the car. he used a sledge hammer to try to clean the material out and while doing this he felt a strain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -9643,"worker has been under doctor's care since 12/23/2019 with no restrictions. on 01/03/2020 worker's doctor has now applied work restrictions. no bending, climbing, no operating heavy equipment, no lifting more than 25 lbs. back related injury received when dozer allegedly ran into the 740 truck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -9644,he went to change oxygen tank; he put on the full tank and turned it on. it was a header pipe system made out of brass pipe with a flexi-ble braided high pressure hose going to tank. the braided hose busted and sprayed oxygen in his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9645,employee was working in a moated area when caustic liquid solution entered his boot causing a burn to big toe on right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -9646,"the ee was backing out from the pm bay in kmb106 bolter. he articulated the equip. & his left middle & ring finger were caught between the ladder & the roll over protection bar. he reported th e accident & continued to work. when the finger failed to get better & continued to hurt, he requested medical attn. the lt. middle finger was found to be fractured. finger splinted & he rtw.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9647,employee was grinding in the welders yard when ee got debris in left eye. ee immediately went over and flushed it out at the eye wash station. ee was wearing safety glasses and face shield at the time. ee started to feel some irritation approximately 8 working days later when ee notified employer on 5/16/2017. no work missed. first aid with prescription eye drops.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9648,ee was unloading ridig belt framing from a trailer when he mashed his right ring finger between the framing & the trailer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9649,employee was pulling out water spray when he backed into corner of steel plate that water spray is attached to.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9650,improper cutting technics,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9651,shoveling back stop when he caught his finger in between the shovel and metal resulting in injury to his finger requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9652,while employee was pulling a piece of metal out of the crusher he cut his left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9653,"employee was bagging and palletizing 50 lb. bags of sand. after positioning the bag on the pallet, he felt a pain in his back when he began to stand back up.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9654,"as he was assisting the mechanic remove the belly pan from a loader, the pan slipped smashing his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9655,oil splashed onto the face and eyes of employee when he opened the drain plug of the right rear differential of a cat 992 loader for servicing purposes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -9656,stripping floor when employee lost control of floor machine he reel & hit his arm on the wall. went to doctors was place on light duty worked the next day. he never went back to original doctor. never came back to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -9657,"employee was helping repairman to change a broken torque shaft on the continuous miner. when he removed the bolts from the cover to remove the torgue shaft, hot oil blew out burning his right hand and fingers. he did not receive inhal medical treament until 2/11/2010. this way only first aid until the beeler broke the blister and cleaned burns on 2/17/2010",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9658,working on installing a power link pin in the bucket at rh200 shovel. he had a 1400# power link pin secured to boom of his service truck & was swinging the bin with the boom on his service truck to the power link & he got his lt little finger caught between the pin & power link of machine while guiding the pin in the hole of the power link & mashed the end of lt little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9659,ee and other were sawing a timber when a piece of draw rock fell from roof striking ee on right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9660,employee was using an air arc welder to remove a cone liner when a flash occurred resulting in burns to his face and neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -9661,"changing belt on screen plant, knife slipped andcut small finger right hand, 6 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9662,ee was cleaning inside of rail car while standing on top of car. he was using a scraper attached to a long pole to clean out the corners of the car. as he was removing the pole ee lost his grip and dropped pole. the pole sprung back and hit ee in face causing a laceration to the mouth requiring stitches. no restricted duty or lost days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9663,"ee was hammering concrete off steel beam with small welding hammer. ee was standing, straddling metal piece, & swinging hammer with rt. hand. hammer struck ee's lower inner l. ankle. taken to dr. who found no broken bones. impacted nerve with swelling & bruising. no lost time but on restr. duty until 3/7/05 re-evaluation. 10/11/05: no restr. duties & rx - pain med. only.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9664,employee was picking up a seal wear plate and received a laceration on his ring finger from the sharp edge of the plate. he received 3 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9665,ee caught his glove under the drill steel on the drill pot,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9666,member was bolting in 2 left putting up the 2nd bolt he was putting glue and bolt into hole when a small rock hit the canopy and then causing a small cut to his face. he worked his next shift and then missed 2 days because he sprained his neck when he seen small rock falling,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9667,"working on crusher v-belts, got fingers of right hand under belt, ring finger and middle finger involved; ring finger taken off below nail above 1st knuckle, middle finger re-attached. per company call 3-20-05. coder 12",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9668,ee was heating sprocket while two others were hammering it. sprocket fell landing on his feet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9669,employee was assisting with installing a belt roller at a steep location when the roller slipped and struck the employee in the right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9670,employee was working in east washer tunnel. he quickly straightened up to standing position striking his head on ceiling of tunnel resultingin neck strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9671,employee was splicing a cable when his knife slipped. this resulted in sutures to the left little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9672,"employee used a pipe as a cheater bar to turn a valve, instead of asking a coworker or his supervisor to assist. while gripping the pipe and turning the valve handle, the pipe slipped and he inadvertently pulled the pipe into his upper left rib area. placed on modified duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9673,"the ee was jacking a bus back on track. the bus was raised with a lifting jack & the ee & co-worker were using a post as a pry bar to push the bus toward the rail. the jack kicked out and the post swung down and sideways, striking his right upper leg. this caused his knee to bend inward. the ee completed his shift, but swelling developed. cat-scan revealed a torn meniscus.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9674,while loading a used conveyor belt on to the loader bucket the employee felt a pain in his lower left side of his back just above the hip area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9675,"ee was assisting in installing belt structures on the a-wd section after installing a belt rail, ee bent down to pick up some bolts and nuts, the rail fell striking ee on the upper back, causing a contusion",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9676,"while employee was operating the shuttle car, small rocks were coming off the tail of the continuous miner. the employee leaned forward when a bigger rock bounced off the cab of the shuttle car and hit him in the upper back and ribs. the employee requested to see a doctor on 6/13/06 and was diagnosed with a rib fracture. **msha reportable injury**",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9677,"while cutting a belt jumper, the knife slipped and employee cut right thigh resulting in 8 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9678,"ee injured his finger while removing belt structure. he was in the process of taking out one of the belt stands. the stand was stuck in the mud and had to be wiggled. when it broke free from t he mud, his finger was caught between belt stand and tailpiece. cause of this injury was awareness. compliance with rules/regs was a factor, proper protective equipment a factor, mining equp/",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9679,"while handling materials felt pain in his abdomen. later felt tenderness in his right groin, he continued to work completing his shift. after work experienced discomfort prompting him to seek medical attention. diagnosed with a right lingual hernia. he returned to duty with a 10 pound lifting restriction and desk work only with surgery expected to correct the condition.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9680,the injured got a piece of metal in his right eye while operating a die grinder while repairing a shifting linkage.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9681,helping his partner move a metal plate and pinched the tip of his left ring finger. received 3 stitches. restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9682,"employee and another crew member was pulling out top rollers with impact rollers out of the main north belt. one end of the 72"" roller slipped off the belt rail while they were holding the other end causing ee's left ring finger to get pinched between the roller frame and the wall.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9683,employee was using a hydraulic rail bender to bend a section of track rail into a switch. as he was sliding the bender along the rail he felt a sharp pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9684,"while pulling a can of hydraulic oil out of some mud, employees left shoulder gave way.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9685,"employee was replacing an empty propane tank with a full tank, slipped on uneven and loose ground, and twisted her back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9686,"employee was cutting duct type off a guard rail to replace the cable, the knife being recently sharpened was sharper than the employee figured, and when he cut the tape the knife cut the first knuckle of the left index finger. employee received stitches in finger. there was no lost time involved with this incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9687,employee was checking his drill pod for the suction and the drill steel fell out of the roof onto his left pinky finger. he has a fracture of his left pinky finger. he was working on the headgate #1 unit.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9688,employee had to shovel some excessive sand under tail pulley and later experienced pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9689,employee was hammering in a piece of rebar when she missed and struck her finger against the rebar. medical treatment was sought and sutures were used to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9690,employee was pushing a stone on the splitter table. the employee's finger got between the stone & the table resulting in a fracture to the left ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9691,the injured employee was drilling a frame support as part of maintenance work when a dust particle entered his eye behind his safety glasses. the particle was removed by an optometrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9692,employee was checking the bearing on the outboard side of a diester vibrator. he was turning the timing gears and pinched his right index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9693,"was putting tension on cable bolts and tension unit had metal burr on it and caught rt index finger. made 1"" laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9694,"the employee was rolling up a fuel hose using an air driven reeler, when the hose (which was kinked) straightened out, twisting the end of the hose. the right hand of the employee stayed in the handle on the end of the hose, causing the wrist to twist, causing a hair line fracture to a carpel bone in the right wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9695,"the employee was cleaning up his work area. he picked up some heavy steel and felt pain in his right arm, by elbow. he reported the injury at the time but did not go to the doctors.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9696,windy conditions. employee got speck of blown material in eye,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9697,"the ee was ina slightly bent-over position, reached in and pulled up on the boom swing lever to swing boom outwards toward the rib. in doing so, a short drill steel fell from the tray, went in under the lever, preventing the lever to self center, the boom kept swinging and caught the ee between the canopy and coal rib, resulting in contusion, sprain/strain to left rib cage and mid",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9698,employee lifted a rock off the grizzley causing lower back pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9699,the ee was placing a 55 lb approx. cylinder on a table. it was not a strain on the empire to remove the cylinder initally.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9700,ee was changing a bucket elevator reducer at cement mill #9. while walking he began to feel pain in his right hip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9701,"weld flash burn to eyes, welding in secondary shaker.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -9702,employee was raising jack stand on the fuel tank. the hand crank slipped off the jack and struck the employee in the nose. employee will have surgery on 9/16/10 to repair his nose.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9703,"employee was attempting to close a seal water line but the valve was stuck. while attempting to close it, he felt a pop and pain in his wrist while trying to close it. he was sent to the clinic. diagnosis was a left wrist fracture avulsion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9704,employee was sitting in skid loader and leaned forward to pick up a bolt on the floor and felt a pull in left side of back. employee was placed on restricted work effective oct 13.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9705,employee was twisting fan into position on the kiln shell when he felt sharp pain in his right groin. employee put on light duty by company doctor on 11/15/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9706,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,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9707,employee was roof bolting and inadvertently smashed his finger performing his job. medical treatment injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9708,was lifting into place a piece of equipment. it was at an awkward angle & he wrenched his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9709,"injured worker was trying to move a portable air compressor onto a truck, dropped compressor on foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9710,drill suction stopped up and as inj was trying to unstop the drill head a rock slid off atrs and hit him in the left eye & cheek area. causing brusies & lacerations,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9711,"ee came to work on 3/30/09 and told his supervisor he was hurt. at that time, he was told to go to the doctor. he did not report any injury to ohil stone, inc on 3/26/09. his dr report says that was the injury date.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9712,"the employee was unloading rockdust from a pallet onto the scoop. he had cut the plastic wrap from around the pallet. he placed his knife on top of the scoop. he then grab a bag of dust a placed it on the scoop, coming in contact with the knife blade.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9713,"as ee was lowering pickup, jack handle slipped out of their hand hitting ee in the safety glasses, cutting the left side of their nose. on 01/18/2010 this moved from a first aid to a reportable due to ee seeing a specialist due to cartilage damage to the nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9714,"ee was tightening center drum bolts with 3/4"" ratchet on miner. ratchet slipped and fell to the ground straining ee's upper left leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9715,employee was lowering a section of 4/0 cable from the mine roof when the cable slipped from his hand. the insulating hook used to support the cable caught on his glove then caught his hand causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9716,he was installing a roof strap and the strap twisted around and stuck his left ear. 2 sutures required,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9717,"employee was helping change a shuttle car tire. tire slipped on the hub, pinching left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9718,"working on shaft of log washer, fingers became caught in grove of drive belt sheave",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9719,ee was installing track switch and rail fell off jack catching left hand index finger under rail tie requiring 2 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9720,"individual was bending over while installing a sensor in transmission of a mine truck. when he stood up, he felt pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9721,employee was swinging sledge hammer repeatedly to remove drill bit and then felt soreness in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -9722,during the day ee was using a hand held portable grinder in a confined space. sometime during the day a piece of metal entered his eye but it did not effect him until he got home that night. e e was wearing a grinding shield and safety glasses during the grinding tasks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9723,working in shop using hammer. beating on chain. a piece of metal hit him in his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9724,"employee was doing repairs to 980 loader, lost balance and fell.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from machine -9725,"two ee's were removing the left cutter motor from miner 248. they had the motor loose and were walking it out with blue bars so they could put a chain around it and remove the motor. while walking it out the motor suddenly moved causing the bar to move rapidly, the point end of the bar struck his right thumb, causing a laceration on the inside of his right thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9726,"employee was dragging a 3"" diameter vacuum hose when he felt pain in his abdomen.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9727,"while setting 5x5 posts, one fell down striking him down the back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9728,"employee was operating the roof drill, he alledged that he pulled the wrong lever and the drill head hit his right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9729,"employee was removing rocks from a feeder using a specialty tool designed with a hook on the end to dislodge the rocks. while pulling up on a rock, the hook slipped from beneath the rock causing the tool to move upwards, pinching the employees left middle finger between the metal tool handle and the feeder chute. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9730,"while installing new 30inch tail pulley assembly into conveyor frame, worker's finger was broken when assembly contacted conveyor frame, pinning left ring finger between the two pieces.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9731,ee was attempting to pull a rope from a tow pin assembly. he pulled pin from one hole lifting to slide the rope when he dropped the pin on his left thumb resulting in a tuft fracture requiring,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9732,injured party was holding a pin while someone was hitting it. a piece of metal flew off and struck him on his right wrist. *didn't miss any work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9733,using a burning torch the ee was cutting a angleit was under tension when he cut thru the angle sprang striking ee on left thumb,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9734,employee alleges he was using a hand tool (grinder) and strained his back. ee worked until 12-1-03 and started missing time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9735,a hand held electric grinding wheel kicked back into the operators face as he was preparing an area for welding. he received a severe cut to his chin/lip and two damaged teeth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9736,employee dropping miner cable that was hung with rope hangers. as he lowered the cable the hook on the ripe caught the web between his fingers resulting in a laceration. he continued to work with sutures and the on 7/25/11 he started missing days worked due to the injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9737,employee was disassembling some pallet racking. the racking began to tip & the employee tried to hold it up injuring his shoulder. dignosis: left shoulder strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9738,pulling out splitters. left side of stomach.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9739,"emp. stated while driving elevator chain pin back to make clearance on chain link section, he felt pain in lower back. pushing an approx. 30 lb. object with a twisting motion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9740,"the injured employee was lifting a dust collector cage and bag out of the tube sheet in the n.e. compartment of the #2 kiln clinker cooler dist collector. as he lifted the bag and cage up with both arms he felt a sharp pain in his right shoulder. the employee began losing time from work september 29, 2003.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9741,employee was removing/installing a motor base for 3b screen. when employee bent over to grind a weld employee felt back pop with an onset of pain. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9742,as he was shoveling spilled material onto the return belt a large rock bounced out of the cone striking him on the right side of his hard hat.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9743,reportable only due to sutures. employee was cutting on a shearer cable when the knife slipped cutting his right thigh.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9744,"while raising a small beam on top of a water duke (roof sack), the duke kicked out and the beam fell, striking him on left knee & lt. foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9745,the employee walked up behind an operating backhoe. he did not make contact with the operator. the backhoe operator made a move with the bucket and machine lurched. the outrigger pad came down on the employee's right foot breaking the bones of the large toe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9746,ee was using a porta power to remove a pin and was using his leg to steady it to get started and a metal splinter came off the pump or all thread and went in his skin of leg. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9747,"employee was aligning ramp on track, checking for spot to place line bar to shim ramp over. as he was checking, he placed right hand on track, ramp was dropped 1-2 inches, smashing his fingers between ramp and track. employee working 4 on 4 off schedule.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9748,ie was plastering an intake stopping wall. ie stated ie splashed the plaster into eye. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -9749,employee was using a table grinder when tool caught and pinched finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -9750,pulling miner cable slack to be hung & strained lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9751,"after refilling water can, employee felt pain in lower back from lifting water can.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9752,lifting a keg of grease. when he turned something pinched in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9753,an employee was washing down a strainer basket when the stream of water and debris was redirected into the face of the operator.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9754,"employee put his hand on a bag on the deck to adjust a bag. his hand slipped off bag onto the rollers, cutting his middle finger on his right hand. he received 8 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9755,"employee stated they were cutting a slit in a pipe, the knife broke causing employee to lacerate left hand. requiring 10 stitiches",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9756,the ee was installing rock bolts using a mid-western drill. the drill hit a slip and started to rotate suddenly. the ee caught the drill and felt something pull in his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9757,injured employee was moving miner cable with his left foot and injured his left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9758,"ee was operating a roof bolter. when ee was trying to get auger out of the roof, the auger popped back into the chuck, this caused the auger to fly hitting ee right hand causing a hairline fracture to a small bone in hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9759,lifting 12' ladder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9760,the ee was installing a chuck and gear assembly on a raise bore machie. the gear moved and pinched the ee s finger between the chuck and frame of the drill.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9761,employee reported that he was having muscle spasms in his neck & on 6/18/2013 it was determined to be related to the shoveling he had done at work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9762,employee was lifting a five-gallon oil jug to the deck of 583 drill. he felt a pop in his right shoulder. the shoulder pain got worse throughout the shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9763,"employee spent 4 hours working around the fines discharge chute during shift. when employee got home that night, he had discomfort in his eyes, tried to flush them with no success. employee sought medical treatment and had multiple microscopic particles removed from both eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9764,the employee was hanging insulated wire. the wire flipped over and hit him in the eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9765,miner was taking drill steel out of jackleg drill. steel hit him in his upper lip causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9766,shoveling rock from platform,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9767,"employee stated that while assisting co-workers to belt up the section, he lifted a piece of belt structure straining his left shoulder. he continued to work his regular job until he had surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff on 12/2/2014.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9768,"emp was dumping slag in 5w & was pushing door with bar when bar became stuck. emp pulled on bar and hit self in chin resulting in sutures. cause of injury was awareness. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9769,employee is hired through a temporary staffing agency. on 8/13 this laboratory tech complained of right thumb pain from using industrial shears on a repetative basis for several weeks. seen by temp agency physician & diagnosed with right thumb tendonitis/strain. right hand splinted with limited & restricted duty for 2 weeks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9770,a welder was inside #7 antogenous grinding mill removing come belt nuts by air arcing a spark boucned off an inner liner and easted up inside his welding head and landed an his left eye. two d ays later his eye was infected and he was taken off work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9771,while operating a cont miner a piece of draw rock fell from between the bolts & struck him he gegan missing work on 11/7/00,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9772,"when employee was chaining down backhoe onto lowboy trailer, pipe used to pull binders slipped, hitting him in the nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9773,"lowered air filter boxes from above head level. felt some discomfort 30 minutes later. next day, right shoulder sore, two days later, more sore. monday (2/27) felt like small needles in fingers. reported numbness in fingers to foreman on tuesday 3/01, (5 days later). send to clinic on 3/02. diagnosed with minor ac separation in right shoulder (shoulder strain) .",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9774,employee was preparing to do maintenance on jaw crusher and got arm caught between belt and sheave when counterweight shifted unexpectedly.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9775,employee was lifting a rotary feeder onto a manbasket when it slipped and jammed his hand against the handrail causing puncture wounds to his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9776,"employee & co-workers replacing belt drive motor. the motor was blocked and lifted by come-a-long onto the bed plate. employee using a rock bar to assist in positioning the motor onto the bed plate. during positioning motor, supporting eye-bolt stripped out of top motor. motor fell 10"" striking employees lower left leg causing a simple fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9777,mechanic was pulling on prybar when bar slipped hitting him in the mouth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9778,unsure of how ee hurt self. due to nature of work possibly repetitious movement - experienced pain in left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9779,roof bolt operator smashed right ring finger between bolt and mast. evaluated by doctor; required stitches. released back to next scheduled shift with restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9780,ee was attempting to move a 7'x27' roll of fencing onto a timber truck and strained his back. minor injury report on 2/16/06. ee went to dr. on 2/17/06,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9781,"employee was retrieving 4"" pipe from the belt line in16th east and stacking the pipe in xc #16 when he stepped on a board and a nail penetrated thru his rubber boot and the nail punctured the bottom of his left foot. the er doctor bandaged the wound and advised that he take 1 day off from work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9782,"as faceline was being advanced a ram kicked sideways catching employee's right foot between ram coupling and mine floor, fracturing right middle toe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9783,while lifting a deck lid on a production truck the miner felt a pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9784,employee plus one was thawing a water line. one was using a weed burner to thaw ice while the other was twisting and bending the line to help break the ice. air was also being used to push the ice. a large amount of ice broke loose at once causing the line to move abruptly. the coupling of the line struck the employee on the knee cap. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9785,"while performing work on the pug mill conveyor and tail pulley, an employee was utilizing an air lance to remove material build up. ice dislodged from the wand causing the employee to lose control of the wand. at some point the employee injured the left wrist which resulted in multiple fractures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9786,"member was putting oil in the miner and cut his left thumb on a sharp edge on a 5 gallon oil can he was using, resulting in stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9787,the employee removed the cap of the radiator and the hot anti-freeze burnt his face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9788,while using a handheld electric drill the bit locked up in the material and the drill jerked in the operators hand causing a fracture of one of the bones,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9789,ee had a sensitive back (which went unreported from packing for 12 hrs straight earlier in week. ee was packing 50 lb bags on 8-11-01 when he turned with a bag and heard a loud cracking noise in his upper back. ee immediately sent to md. eetold to bed rest for 3 days and the revisit md on 8-13-01 @ 1045 hours.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9790,employee was separating a conveyor link on a crusher feeder using a steel wedge and a 4 lb hammer. on the second hit the wedge shot upward striking the employee in the upper lip and the two upper front teeth. both front teeth required root canals. it is unknown if further treatment will be required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9791,employee was moving (dragging across floor) a stool over to the threader when his back popped. this resulted in lower back pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9792,"while removing a rubber lined wear plate, the plate came free and struck employee on the foot above the steel toe causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9793,while trimming out a small piece of mine belt the employee cut through the belt easier than expected lacerating his right index finger with a utility knife. the wound required sutures to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9794,"employee was raising the hood of a truck; the hood was too heavy and pulled the employee forward, causing pain in his left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9795,putting guard on crusher. rock hit on hard hat and onto right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9796,ee was pressure washing equipment when he noticed something had gotten into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9797,employee's hand was caught in a pinch point when he inadvertantley placed or left it placed on a length of pine that was being pushed toward a fusion machine.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9798,employee guiding screen being held above by chain fall and strap and when he turned he heard a pop in his hip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9799,"employee was popping hatches the previous night. on his drive home after shift's end, he noticed his shoulder was sore. when he awoke the next morning he couldn't move his arm up to a certain height because of pain in his shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9800,"while operating a refacing machine, contractor's finger was caught with metal ribbon coming from cutter. left index finger cut to bone at first joint.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9801,the continuous miner operator stepped across the (mrs)mobile roof support trailing cable just as the mrs operator activated the cable reel and the trailing cable knocked the miner operator off his feet and he fell on his right side fracturing four (4) ribs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -9802,ee was moving the breaker grid from the impact crusher. the grid struck his hand (left) cutting it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9803,employee was bent over working on a 15 h.p. slusher and back popped.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9804,the employee stated they went to throw the 6mw switch when they felt pain in left shoulder. the employee sought medical treatment and was taken off work. this incident is being reported as a lta. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9805,the employee was recovering high voltage cable when the cable fell from the mine roof it struck the employee on the l wrist. the weight of the cable caused the employee's wrist to bend back fracturing l wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9806,"the employee stated that while drilling a hole, the drill steel bent and struck his right wrist. the x-ray was negative, bruise.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9807,accident occurred in kitchen; poor lifting technique contributed to injury; sprained shoulder - impairment uncertain. accident became reportable on 12/23/02 upon second visit to doctor. treatm ent is hot & cold compresses & medication.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9808,"maintenance ee was using a hammer to re-shape an elevator bucket, when the hammer missed the bucket, glanced off the workbench and struck his index finger. required 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9809,while using a chipping hammer to chip slag shell liner tabs a piece struck the miner on the hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9810,employee was switching out an empty barrel of grease with a full barrel that weighs approx. 120 lbs. as he moved the barrel to the ground he felt a stretch in his lower back but no pain. the pain started on 2/21/14 in the morning and at that time employee requested medical attention.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9811,"employee was helping bolter crew to install bolts and screen in #4 entry of section 003. a piece of rock imbedded and fell from top and struck employee's left foot. the rock measured 14"" by 15 "" by 4 1/2"" thick.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9812,the employee was driving a wedge with a sledge hammer and struck his left index finger with the hammer. ex-ray showed a hairline fracture to his left index finger. splint was applied and he returned to operating his shuttle car his next scheduled shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9813,"mechanic was installing a new dump cable on our dragline. while tightening the cable socket, the cable slipped out of the clamp and struck the mechanic in the face. the mechanic suffered a laceration on his upper lip and a fracture to his upper jaw.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9814,employee stated he was getting in grove picker and twisted getting in around steering wheel and felt knee pop.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9815,"i.e. was extending the boom out on a service truck crane. as they were manually pulling out the boom, it slid all the way out of the frame. the top section of the boom fell and struck the i.e. on the right shoulder and arm. doctor's restrictions have taken them off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9816,emp twisted \/strained back while shoveling stone,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9817,"striking chisel with a hammer (head of chisel was not mushroomed), to turn bearing take-up nut tapered adaptor sleeve. a very small piece of chisel broke off and penetrated the leg of the individual using the hammer. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9818,ee received a cut (laceration) on right thumb from a sharp edge of a roof plate while loading bolter supplies.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9819,"a 23 year employee-electrician, was replacing the reverse air fan on the kiln 2 main baghouse. the fan had been locked out but the motor drive belt to the fan wheel was still rotating. ee attempted to stop it by grabbing the belt. their right hand pulled by a drive belt into a sheave pinching their pointer finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -9820,employee was attempting to connect a pneumatic hose to a pneumatic conveyor. he was trying to align the hose with the connector by forcefully bending and pulling the hose toward himself. the hose connector slipped out of the socket and swung over and struck him on his safety glasses which cut the left eyebrow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9821,"the ee threw the track switch, it flew back, striking on his left knee, causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9822,ee was moving structual steel by hand when two pieces came together and mashed his finger. 4 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9823,"ee stated that he was building a stopping at 15 block on the return side of the section, while putting a block on the top row which was 12 rows high he felt a sharp pain in his left should cau sing him to los control of the block and it fell. the block struck him on the left side of his head and arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9824,"a small heel fell off table hitting his chin, giving him a deep bruise.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9825,"ee was splitting a large slab of sandstone with a sledge. the slab was positioned horizontally on the ground. as ee struck near the edge of the slab, a piece of stone projected off the slab striking the calf of left leg. injury was not reported until 040105, medical diagnosis was contusion tibial area. lost 1 work day 040105",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9826,"ee was lifting a screen from under a semi with assistance from another person, but he felt his back pop and they set the screen back down",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9827,"when installing excavator bucket pin employee pinched left thumb between the bucket and stick arm, causing a laceration to the tip of the left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9828,ee was grinding a small piece of steel on a truck bumper. he was wearing a full face shield; apparently the protection was unable to shield him from a small piece of some foreign matter entering eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9829,"on nov. 26, 2004, the employee went to the local e.r. complaining of back pain. he claimed he had injured his back while at another quarry on july 17, 2004. plant manager at both locations state he did not report any injury or accident at any time between july and november. employee claims to have injured his back attempting to move a large rock from the haul road.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9830,"while cleaning under a hopper, small amounts of rust from a pipe fell into the face of the employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9831,employee was handling a glass beaker. when moving beaker employee felt a sharp pain in wrist. employee recently had surgery procedure on this wrist (not work related). it is assumed that the extension and rotation motion of the hand may have caused some injury to the previous surgergical site.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9832,laceration to the base of the right thumb while using a utility knife.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9833,"the ee was hanging 6"" schedule 80 paste plant pipe. he treid to move the pipe in the pipe truck cradle because it was over lapping the pipe that was installed he got off the work platform on t he truck and the section of pipe rolled off the pipe truck and struck his leg and ankle. he was unable to return to work on his next shift because of swelling in his ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9834,"employee was kneeling on a beam, welding - he twisted and felt pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9835,"employee stated that while operating a dozer, the dozer slid off a rock and jarred his back. employee stated that he was wearing a seat belt.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -9836,while lifting 2102 pump ee lifted and twisted causing a lower back strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9837,"ee was loading 36"" belt into scoop bucket when he pulled muscles in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9838,was moving broken slabs with fork lift and couldn't get fork under piece. got off fork and shoved slab on fork.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9839,ee was removing a rock from slope belt and felt pain in his right lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9840,shovel was loading ht 131 when the dipper contacted the bed causing employee to feel pain in neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -9841,ee had been tightening bolts on gear case and loading oxygen tank onto mantrip in area 5. ee felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9842,doing repair work chain broke and smashed thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9843,employees thumb was pinched between two weights when the employee attempted to move one of the weights,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9844,the injured miner was replacing a door on the side of a screw and was replacing the bar that held the door in place with a hammer when the miner hit left index finger causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9845,"employee was drilling into the roof with a drill steel, when debris fell and got in ee's left eye. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9846,"ee was securing river barges when a lodged wire rope cable slipped striking ee in mouth causing a ""reportable accident"" completed shift and reported to local dentist office.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9847,employee had returned from back surgery on 7/30/2007. original injury was on 9/6/2006 #382016. employee complained of low back pain contacted physician and was placed off work on 8/9/2007. no new incident occurred.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9848,while replacing shrink wrap roll on stretch wrapper machine worker swung the roll up and hit a support beam causing a contusion and laceration to his middle finger on his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9849,"while installing a cover on dust collector at m3 conveyor, ee felt discomfort in his right eye. ee was evaluated at company clinic and an embedded metal sliver was detected/removed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9850,injured was supplying miner with roof straps. hewas straigntening straps by pushing bottom straps back onto rack. his hand slipped off and cut his wrists on the end of the strap. the injured received 5 sutures to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9851,"while roof bolting, employee got his right foot run over by the cat on the bolter. employee was under the canopy with his feet on the ground, not the platform while moving up.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9852,"while shoveling under the jaw crusher, the employee struck his right little finger on the frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9853,"he was installing sprocket in counterweight for bucket elevator, slipped & the sprocket hit his left hand resulting in a fractured left ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9854,"the ee was setting bits on the miner. he had one bit that was hard to get out, so he was using both hands to swing the hammer to get it out. he swung really hard and hit the punch hammer to knock it out. a piece of metal broke off, coming back and striking the ee in the left eye. the piece of metal came over the top of his safety glasses that had slide down.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9855,"employee was working on a battery jack on a scoop. ee raised the jack with a slate bar, the slate bar slipped crushing finger between the slate bar & jack. left ring finger had an open fracture to tip of finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9856,injured worker lacerated the index and middle fingers of his left hand when fingers were caught between the bearing housing being lowered onto a pallet by an overhead hoist and a nearby maintenance workbench when the load shifted. lacerated fingers required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9857,while lowering cathodes into the press a sheet got stuck. employee raised the cathodes and grabbed the stuck sheet with his left hand. the sheet fell and caught employees hand cutting him between the 1st finger and thumb. employee received stitches on his left 1st finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9858,the employee felt a pull in his lower back when he moved a bag saddle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9859,"while operating the left side drill head of the rb-2 roof bolter, the starter steel became stuck in the mine roof. the operator lowered the drill box down 1/2 of the way and jerked the stuck steel out of the hole. the operator's small finger on left hand was pinched between the drill steel and the drill head of the machine. 3 stitches were required to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9860,employee stated while loosening bolts on crusher strained lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9861,ee was using ovality beam to measure kiln #1 1sttire to shell ovality when the ovality beam hit a low hanging platform about 3' uphill of 1st tire. the ovality beam magnets became detached and the device fell. ee attempted to catch it & the impact of the device striking his hand caused a laceration to the palm of his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9862,ee was installing belt structure on #1 section in #3 entry and a piece of structure fell off belt rope and hit his left leg and left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9863,employee's right hand was caught between the chain from the drill steel and the drill walkway.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9864,the employee removed the pin that connects the conveyor cars together. as the loader began to remove the conveyor car from the launch pad the car shifted causing the pin to fall back in place. as the pin fell back into place the employee attempted to catch the pin. in doing so the end of ee's middle finger on ee's right had was pinched between the pin cap and the car. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9865,"an employee was closing an inspection door on the k1 pre heater tower. while closing the door the employee's right middle finger was pinched between the latch of the door and the handle. the employee had 2 pairs of gloves on, but still sustained a laceration to ee's finger which required sutures to close the wound. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9866,employee was coming downstairs from top of #1 spray dryer silo when ee felt a catch in middle lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9867,"while inspecting rollers in the impact bed under the slope belt, the employee got arm caught between rollers in the impact bed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9868,for the last couple of months the ee back was sore. he finally went to the dr on 11-6-01. the dr put him on modified work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9869,"foreman watching employee remove lumps from crusher, by bar, bar broke and piece struck foreman on head, sent to hospital for 3 staples.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9870,employee was installing a section of 20 inch steel pipe to a 90 degree fitting. two employees utilized hand tools to attempt to free a frozen nut. employees hand was rotated toward the pipe causing his right ring finger to be caught in between the open end wrench and the pipe. employee received a laceration requiring sutures to correct.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9871,injured ee was working underneath a 16m grader installing a pump. the pump splines into the transmission and the pump was still connected to its hoses. the ee's hands slipped and the pump swung downward on the hoses and the pump struck ee in the mouth and bruised his lip and broke his right eye tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9872,"employee stated that he was assisting the mechanic in replacing a heel plate on the loader bucket; a large washer welded onto the heel plate, which was being used to lift the plate into place, broke off as they were prying on the plate to hinstall it; the metal plate fell off, striking his right foot behind the hard toe area. missed work one shift and then light duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9873,"employee was on whittaker bottom and bent over to pick up a jack during a pre-op exam when employee felt pain on the right side of lower back. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9874,"team member had to air arc a misalignment on a calciner piece, after air arcing, he took a short handled 3# hammer and started banging on the piece to see if the weld was cut all the way through. on the 5th swing, he pinched his lettle finger between the steel and the hammer handle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9875,tip of left ring finger caught under rock.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9876,ee was opening hood of water truck to do pre shift inspection. the hood stop cable broke letting the hood fall catching his left knee between the hood and ground causing a puncture wound to the left thigh right above his knee cap.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9877,"ee was in the process of entering operators compartment of a skid steer loader, when he turned and felt pain in his lower left back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9878,"on 1/7/09 ee was in the process of making a belt splice and while using a knife to cut the corner off the belt, ee cut his little finger on his right hand. first aid was done and ee went for medical treatment after completing his shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9879,"the employee complained of left shoulder pain and was taken to the hospital fearing it was a cardiac event. ee was diagnosed with shoulder strain. the employee doesn't remember doing anything specific to cause the pain, it just started hurting. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9880,the employee was letting down the cable of a mrs and a rope hanger struck him in the right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9881,while striking a bar with a hammer a small piece of the bar splintered off of it going into ee left forearm,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -9882,employee was coming down ladder on bulk truck. cut palm on protruding piece of metal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9883,during daylight hours in dry conditions the employee was attempting to loosen a bearing on a tail pulley with a hammer when employee struck the middle finger of left hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9884,"ee stepped off dozer, foot caught in grating and ee hyperextended left calf/achilles when ee landed on left toe. seen at er, diagnosed with strained left calf. follow-up confirmed diagnosis, ee released with restrictions site could not accommodate.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9885,employee shoveled around and under feed belt for a couple of hours in a stooped position. he later complained of sore back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9886,"while swinging hammer with right hand, hammer hit beam overhead and landed on left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9887,ee did not fully or properly activate the lens/filter to darken his view of the welding operation. full recovery expected. cleared by doctor to return to work on 6/9/03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -9888,ee lifted small hydrasplit & was putting on pallet when he felt lower back pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9889,"ee climbed a forklift boom to get up on a 2-high stack of bagged masonry products to prevent a third level stack from spilling. ee was atop the stack without fall-arrest ppe and lost footing, falling and striking head on the backstop of the forklift and subsequently back and shoulder on the forks and floor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from piled material -9890,rock came off of conveyor chain of miner and struck employee in the mouth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9891,employee received a small avulsion fracture while changing v-belts on an impact crusher.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9892,"cutting dump rope (3 1/2"" wire rope) from dump socket of dragline. rope was twisted and in a bind. when tension was released, after rope was cut with oxy-acetylene torch rope slapped his left leg/ankle and drove it into socket.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9893,while attempting to change out a speedy sleeve on a 9 yrd. loader sleeve slipped out of his hands and while attempting to grab the sleeve recieved a laceration to the left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9894,the employee was changing the tire on a roofbolter and while breaking the lug nuts on the tire the employee felt pain in their abdomen. the employee was diagnosed with having a hernia. the employee is continuing to work at this time. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9895,"employee was changing a 1 1/2"" screen cloth on the top deck of sizing screen. he placed the screen on top of motor hanging it on a side rail screen bolt. he then began to climb up on top of motor to access top deck. the screen cloth came off bolt landing on his right foot, just behind the steel toe. it bruised & lacerated right foot. he received 2 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9896,employee got a piece of lime in his eye while replacing plow in #3 cooler. was not wearing proper ppe (goggles) ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -9897,"employee was lifting a piece of metal (1/4""x30""x42"") and as he lay it down it caught the side and little finger on the left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9898,"employee was removing a 60"" top roller 2 bks out by #3 tailpiece. he had raised the belt with a chain ratchet and was pulling the top structure out when his back started hurting. he finished his shift then called in the following day stating he was going to the doctor who prescribed him physical therapy for 2 weeks because of a strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9899,employee stated he was bending over picking up dust bags that the pin crew had changed out that were full of dust. while throwing the bags into the scoop bucket he twisted and felt a pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -9900,in stowing the jib there is a safety pin that was not installed before removing the front pins at the boom.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9901,employee injured thumb while performing maintenance on front-end loader. employee's thumb was dislocated and required medical attention.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9902,ee was attempting to pull continuous miner cable in the #4 heading of 1 south mains when he felt a sharp pain in the calf area of his right leg. ee was diagnosed with a strain to the right calf.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9903,ee was blowing out a channel with air when hot rock went in the channel igniting left over fuelin the channel coming back on him & burning his arms & face,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9904,"the ee was helping to install a curved protective liner on the raw mill roll yoke. a hooking eye was welded onto the yoke and a 1 1/2 ton chain hoist was used to lift the yoke. as the chain wa s being tightened, the eye broke causing the yoke to fall striking the ee in the right shin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9905,"#1 belt head, picking up mega block he set it on top of the stack. the stack was 5' high. he started having pain and having a headache. the pain was in his neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9906,"while pulling the scale out of the screenbox with a puller, ee slipped and fell off of the grating to the ground bruising his left elbow. initially he was classified as a first aid, but was reclassified after physician required restrictions effective 7/26/04.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9907,miner was removing gear box with a pry bar. the pry bar slipped causing his finger to strike conveyor frame. finger was cut causing him to receive stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9908,another ee swung at him with a filled tube and hit him when he raised his hand to block his face from being hit. injuring ee's ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9909,some lime slid down his boot causing a chemical burn to his ankles.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -9910,employee was lifting a timber that was laying in the walkway on the beltline. as he lifted the timber his back started hurting. his back continued to hurt and on 5/3/04 he went to the chiropractor and received an adjustment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9911,the swing cable from dredge struck ee on left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9912,ee was machining a metal shaft on a lathe. as ee was removing a metal cutting from the lathe by pulling it away from the rotating parts of the lathe with his left hand the metal cutting slippe d thru his hand slicing thru the leather glove he was wearing and lacerated his left thumb. ee bandaged thumb and finished his workshift. that evening he had his thumb examined by his dr. and,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9913,ee was using (ratcheting) com-a-long and felt pain in shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9914,hanging ceiling material.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -9915,ee was removing a piece of stuck core from core shore. sustained puncture wound to l hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9916,employee was helping to cut an overcast. when finished cutting he stepped up on a ledge to help the miner operator move his cable. he felt a sharp pain in his back. he continued to work until he started missing on 9/21/15 to get treatment for his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9917,"employee was reaching for a crib off a pile and a couple of other cribs fell from this pile stricking the top of his hand. cause of this injury was safety awareness and this unstable pile of cribs. compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, protective equip was not a factor, miner proficiency a factor, mining equip/systems not a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9918,employee was tightening up a worn lifter spring for the core lifting shoe while holding the shoe in left hand. the flathead screwdriver that was being used to narrow the gap broke off at the tip causing the tool to go through the opposite end and impacted employee's left palm. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9919,injured bent over to throw a switch and felt a pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9920,employee was drilling bottom. drill got stuck. employee injured lower back pulling on stuck drill,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9921,"the ee was unloading solid 6"" cement blocks and tossing them thru a mandoor he felt something pull in his right lower back. later when he moved the mantrip he could not stand up.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9922,"employee injured a shoulder while replacing a component on a letourneau loader. a mri was conducted later on identified a torn rotator cuff. surgical repair completed on march 10, resulting in this being reportable and lost time began. info entered in msha database on 3/11/20. a review of that system indicates the form did not save properly. re-entered. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9923,"as ee was lifting the track pads of excavator (approx. 50 lbs. each) to change bad bolts, he apparently turned or strained his back, causing a great deal of pain & discomfort.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9924,employee was carrying a piece of i beam and slipped allowing the beam to fall on left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9925,the ee turned to climb steps to the crusher control booth when he twisted his knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9926,ee was hit in the face with drill steel. ee's safety glasses were pushed against ee's face causing the laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9927,"ee was using hammer wrench to tighten bolts in ripperhead, when the wrench slipped striking himin the face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9928,"while retrieving the core from a 45 degree uphole, employee unscrewed the stuffing box. the overshot & stuffing box came down w/some force & pinched his rt. hand to the rod saddle. the bones between the rt. thumb & wrist are splintered.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9929,"ee was cleaning out a 4"" pipe with an air pig. when the air was applied the pipe shifted and the employee's hand was caught between two sections of pipe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9930,"an employee was attempting to disconnect a 4 inch hose secured by camlock fittings. the employee opened the ears and was attempting to disconnect it by holding onto the hose with both hands and wiggling it off. once the hose came free, the end of the hose hit the employee in the mouth, breaking a tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9931,"during workday ee used a sledge hammer, carried boxes of blasting caps and other tasks. when shift was over they were experiencing pain in neck and shoulders. ee said it felt like a pinched nerve. ee did not know which task caused the injury. mri revealed fracture of c& and c6 spinous process. sent home with cervical collar. will see a neurosurgeon. (edited to fit 384 characters)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9932,"on 12-26-02 ee was assigned duties as an oiler on #136 b/e 280-b coal shovel. he was working between the hoist drum and the electrical lube system breakers, when he caught his foot on a protru ding pipe and twisted his right knee. he was diagnosed with medical meniscal tear, and returned to work at his normal operator duties. his knee continued to bother him, and surgery was schedu",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9933,"a pump repair was in progress. the flywheel came off and struck the employee in the abdomen, chest, and face. the abdomen and chest were bruised, the chin was cut, and two teeth were chipped.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9934,"separating top idler on belt line that had slid together with another idler. 2 ee's loosened toppart & both pulled on the part at the same time to slide. the beltline was high in that area, th e ee's had to reach above their heads to slide the part. inj ee experienced painin his shoulderafter researching his medical it was determined to take this as a cts",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9935,"we was making belt move on 3rd shift. lifted top roller-placing it on rails-roller rolled over catching lt hand between both rail and roller-broke ring finger on left hand. this injury did not involve any aspect of compliance with rules or regulation, job skills, attitude or protective items.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9936,employee was holding a rubber hose and was cutting it off with a box blade. he cut his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9937,ee was closing a window in a swivel truck. pulling the window up by hand got his finger caught in the window and suffered a cut to his finger. required 5 stitiches to lose wound. no lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9938,"two employees were carrying a metal transition box to the longwall stageloader. as they attempted to lift and place the box on top of the stageloader, the injured employee stated he felt some thing pop in his lower back causing pain to radiate to his left leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9939,ee was fitting a poly pipe and when he pulled on pipe he injured his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9940,employee was inspecting bearing noise on pre-stretch roller when ring finger on left hand was caught by roller & mashed the end of finger & tore the skin. finger required sutures. employee is on restricted work duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -9941,"lifting steel pin overhead, strained shoulder. employee currently off work, due back on 4/18/2011.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9942,"performing welding, machining and grinding operations and metal debris entered left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9943,employee was removing the spring steel off of an underground drill when his arm brushed across a metal burr on a guard causing a small laceration on his left wrist that required 5 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9944,"employee was attempting to move a t-brace in the lay down area. she reached down with her right hand to pick up the brace, when she felt her right shoulder pop out of place.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9945,taking braces off double screen and was putting the bolts back on it and brace fell on his hand and cut it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9946,employee was using his personal pocket knife to open a tube of silicon caulking. he was cutting toward his thumb when the knife slipped and cut his right thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9947,cut finger while using a knife to cut a piece of belt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9948,"while cutting a piece of hose, hand slipped causing laceration to left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9949,"employee is working indoors in the splitting department. while putting a stone on a pallet, the employee pinched his right 1st distal tuft in between 2 stones. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9950,"drill rods wer swinging slightly, ee used his hand to stop it and got it caught between the rod and the crane, pinched right ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9951,ee was climbing from ground to equipment cab and pulled upper right stomach area. ee began missing work 6/6/06.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9952,ee was working around welder & received welder flash burn to eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -9953,"ee reported to me on 4/15/15 stating his arm/shoulder had been hurting him and he was going to get seen at his physician's office, however he has said it had been hurting for a couple of weeks and wasn't sure what the cause was. the physician's suggested him to make a workers comp claim because his job consists of repetitively moving his right arm up and down.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9954,"injured was struck accidentally by co-worker with a hammer on ""pointer finger"" while performing maintenance.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9955,"miner was flushing out a 4"" compressed air line.he opened a butterfly valve on the end of pipe. as air rushed through pipe the last coupling failed and the miner was struck by the pipe or pres sure and was knocked down into the control area of jumbo.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9956,employee was removing an electrical panel and a conduit slipped down and hit him in the face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9957,"over exerted pulling on come alongs, pulling a muscle in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -9958,"employee was helping load a loader bucket shank onto a wood pilot, there was another employee helping he slipped causing all the weight to transfer to injured employee's back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9959,employee was replacing scaffold plank in the storage rack. he went to lay the scaffold plank down and the plank slipped out of his grasp and landed on the employee's hand pinching his right index finger between it and another plank on the stack,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9960,it is alleged when employee was weighing 70# mortar bags he was lifting the 70# bag of mortar and felt a sharp pinching pain in his lower left side back area. he has pain when he turns or lift s his legs; especially lifting his left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9961,"employee was operating a cutting torch. his operating hand lost control of the torch, the torch fell striking him on his left hand causing 1st and 2nd degree burns.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9962,ee was making a punch using our plant stationary grinder. the guards were in place! his left hand slipped between the inside of the left wheel and left side of the motor. the inside edge of th e grinding wheel cut into the top of his left hand. a tendon had to be stitched back together and stitches were used to close the wound. i expect the employee to miss three to four weeks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9963,"cutting belting, caught finger on belt clamp that was sticking up on belt. laceration on left hand, middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -9964,"he was pulling on a wrench, the wrench slipped off and he fell backward, his foot was stuck in the mud and his knee popped.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -9965,"ee was rodding out #3 land plaster bin. a long heavy rod with a bend at the end of it was used to dislodge hardened material. while rodding on the bin w/force, part of the material gave way. t he rod procedded to go down into the bin, pinching the ee's finger between the rod and the hand rail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9966,employee was using a hammer to remove a pin from the rear end of 2783 man trip when ee felt a pain in right shoulder. employee did not start missing time from the injury until 3/10/2017. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -9967,employee was sitting on motor while ee was mucking with 12b mucker and got sand in his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9968,ee was using a torch to heat metal on power center to pull back into place when chain broke & a small piece of metal embedded in neck,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9969,employee was using metal chop saw to cut piece of metal when a piece of metal went behind face shield into his right eye. (required removal by physician),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9970,"injured was using an 8lb sledge hammer to strike 8"" feed pipe, when hammer glanced off bottom of pipe, causing hammer to drop down and pinch index finger between hammer handle and coarse coal screen. resulted in a laceration to index finger, requiring 6 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9971,"while removing brick/ refractory from cooler tube in preparation of rebuilding the cooler tube, ee sustained an injury to his right middle finger. he was using a pneumatic chisel to break brick. a lifter with base was above the brick to be removed. as ee was chiseling said brick the lifter/base came loose and injured the finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9972,"ee was trimming packing material with a serrated knife for a tail bearing installation on fm3 dust collector. ee stated was not having efficient success, so switched to using a box cutter. during the process of cutting action (towards body in a sitting position) the box cutter slipped off material, then cut a three inch gash in upper thigh. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9973,"lifting 50 lb. bag type s lime from floor to batch bin, up 3' to dump. ee felt sharp pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9974,while hanging miner cable felt pain in back. ee did not loose any wages until 2-18-02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9975,employee was welding in reclaim tunnel & suffered a corneal abrasion in left eye when weld slag entered his l eye under welding hood.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9976,"while putting headdrive cover back in place, the employee could not get the cover to seat properly and used screwdriver to pry the cover up. the employee discovered a small rock under the cover and tried to remove it when the cover dropped, pinching the end of employee's ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9977,ee was attempting to start the water truck used to keep dust down when he noticed a spider inside the cab. he grabbed a can of ether and used his own lighter to torch the spider the can exploded burning his hand and forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -9978,rotary feeder bearing failed...was trying to remove sprocket using hammer instead of available gear puller...metal chip flew from hammer or sprocket and embedded itself in right bicep...er doctor didn't think worth removal and ee agreed...week later discomfort causing second thoughts...piece of metal located just below skin will be removed next week...no lost time or restrictions,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9979,"changing diesel scoop battery, employee started to pull battery out and it got caught and jerked a battery cap off splashing acid in left nostril.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -9980,while tightening bolts on a gearbox housing ee was positioning the hydraulic wrench on bolt 8 out of 16. while placing in position the hydraulic unit moved slightly catching ee left thumb between the hydraulic wrench and the gearbox housing causing a cut that required 4 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9981,employee was cleaning/lifting rock from 60 in under jaw belt and shoveling. he felt a pull in left waist area. this was reported to the supervisor but nothing needed to be done. several months later it was found to be a hernia and surgery was performed causing him to miss work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9982,employee moved a ladder and felt a strain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9983,employee was removing stones from the conveyor belt when he felt a pain in his back. diagnosis: lumbar strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9984,"ee was positioning a stainless steel chute over the top of the heavy media cyclone sump. the chute was hanging by 2 electric hoists & being lowered into the sump. the area was tight causing it to hang up & it had to be shaken or jarred loose. in an attempt to free it, ee put his hand on the hoist block & pushed. the block then twisted & caused a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -9985,was lifting up mantrip to change tire when it fell on his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9986,"removing liners from a ball mill a liner was stuck, he struck the liner with a sledge hammer to dislodge it causing it to shatter and a piece of metal hit him in the lower right leg shin area causing a laceration and a piece of metal in right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -9987,employee was welding on a guard that was lying on the ground. he knelt down on a piece of hot metal and burned his left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -9988,"ee lifted box of dynamite, twisted or strained lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9989,"employee was using a car stop as a hammer to move a rail car door slide back onto the slide rail. when the employee struck the door slide, the car stop ricocheted and hit the employee's safety glasses, resulting in a laceration under right eye on right cheek, which required 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9990,"the employee was lifting a car lid when ee felt a slight pull in ee's back. ee filled out initial incident paperwork, but did not seek treatment until 6/20. this incident turned into lost time on 6/21.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9991,ee was helping change return idler other ee to welding to frame idler slipped from frame and cut ee on ear and contusion to thigh.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -9992,"pulling breaker out of unused breaker box, fuse came down and hit l index finger",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9993,"lifting a pipe, strained lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9994,employee was cleaning out the synfuel collector sampler and when he closed it the latch handle snapped down mashing his finger. injury required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9995,"opening door to #1 stockhouse between pumps and compressor. steel panel to right of door was loose and fell on her right shoulder, knocking her to the ground. bolts to reattach panel to door n ot done after work done to adjust panel. after incident, panel bolted to door frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -9996,"ee had picked up two buckets of bits to take to the shear and as he turned to walk away, he felt a sharp pain in his right side of lower back. he did not cease work at that time. he later went to the doctor and was taken off work on 02/17/09 until he had an mri. on 02/24/09 he had an mri and was diagnosed with a bulging disc in his lumbar area. he remains off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -9997,"he was positioning 10"" plastic pipe to be fused together and sprained left wrist - pulled tendon.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -9998,was setting timber and some rock fell from the back. when the miner jumped down he caught his arm on a slusher cable and tore his rotor cuff.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -9999,employee was pushing the door release on the excavator and the door release knob broke and a sharp piece cut hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10000,"on 5-20-03 ee was moving rocks from pit haul road, when he lifted an approx 50# rock. he stated that later that day he felt a strain in lower back. this incident was not mentioned till 5-22-03 but did not request to see a doctor. on 5-27-03 he requested to see a doctor after feeling pain in lower back & groin area over the weekend.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10001,strained back while lifting battery onto dragline.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10002,"ee was assisting in making a belt move when the tailpiece kicked sideways. the side board knocked him into the rib, cutting his head and mashing his left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10003,employee was using a chain hoist to raise the top conveyor belt to change a top of piece of belt structure. the hoist came loose and fell onto his right hand near the thumb. his hand was laying on the belt rail at the time. he received a fracture. he was not wearing his metacarpal gloves. he retuned to work on his next shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10004,"ee was rebuilding a small hydraulic pump, which was being held by a bench vise. whent he pump slipped loose from the vise, the ee reached to catch it, getting his finger caught between pump an d table surface. t",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10005,"employee was putting coil breaker in miner head - put head of miner in top of roof to put pressures on coil breaker - when they left the head back down - employee went to grab the coil breaker - it flew out and struck him in the face. employee sustained cuts to the mouth and lip (9 stitches) , 1 broken and 1 loose tooth, and a concussion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10006,employee was shoveling material into a drill hole and felt a pain. reported injury 6/9/00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10007,"miner was using a razor knife, dropped it and when he caught it he cut his finger. although a laceration occurred this miner's injury did not require sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10008,ee began feeling knee pain while working his jobas maintenance.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10009,"while installing new plates in the f2 hopper with another co-worker, employee began to install the 2nd angle iron when he noticed welding debris in the area to place angle iron. ee leaned the angle iron slanted against the 1st angle iron to clean debris when the 2nd angle iron slipped and smashed his right hand middle and pointer fingers between the ledge and iron plate.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10010,ee moving stone/rock when piece fell on left hand ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10011,ee was torqueing bolts to 475 ft. lbs. on was screen with a torque wrench when it slipped a gear causing ee to injure his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10012,"employee was working at kiln when he felt a burning on back of body, arms and hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10013,employee was drilling rock when he says he turned and felt his knee twist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10014,ee was attempting to assist another ee lifting a panel of wire without gloves. ee the left middle finger laceration. he did not go to dr until 8-23-02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10015,"ee was spraying lubricant on stabilzer bar, the wind gusted & blew the spray in his eyes. he wasadvised by dr to stay inside for a day to let eyes return to normal",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10016,employee ruptured a tendon in his right shoulder while using a wrench to loosen a plug in the differential of a cat 834 rtd.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10017,employee sustained a laceration to his finger on his left hand while pulling on a bar. the bar broke free smashing his finger between the stack of bars and the he was pullign on. the lacerat ion required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10018,employee was trying to attach a tractor cable hook to a gun sled. while twisting the hook to line it up with the pad eye on the gun sled the hook slipped and twisted back pinching employee's right pinky finger between the hook and the gun sled resulting in laceration to finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10019,ee was in the process of removing a sprocket with another mechanic. ee stepped back to observe the sprocket while the other ee struck it with a 8 lb sledgehammer. a piece of metal came off and struck ee in his right forearm. first aid was given and ee was transported to er. dr. referred ee to a surgeon.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10020,"ee was stacking a pallet of rock when he was hit with a rock in the lower calf. when he got up he could not detect where the rock had come from. he told another ee & later his supervisor. he tried to walk it off but couldn't. went to er @ 2:30pm & was given ct scan & ultrasound, pain & swelling medication & told to ice & elevate leg. mri scheduled & told not to work until cleared.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10021,employee was removing nitric acid from parting crucibles with a tube and suction pump. she noticed that the suction had quit and found the tubing came apart. acid spilled from the disconnected tubing onto her left knee. she continued working for an extended period before rinsing her knee. this delay necessitated skin grafts.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10022,mechanic was drilling out a broken bolt on loader bucket when drill bit broke and a piece of drill bit flew up into injured's face. drill bit flew under safety glasses and contacted left eye c ausing immediate pain forcing ee to seek medicalattention. we are still awaiting outcome of surgical repair to determine any future issues or potential disabilities or loss of use.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10023,the employee was helping with the rigging for picking the cone bonnet on and off to adjust the setting and injured his right bicep.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10024,"the employee caught his left middle finger between the 16"" x 6"" inch bearing plate and the mine roof when installing the first outside bolt in the third row in the face of # 3.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10025,"employee was attempting to operate a track switch when ee felt a pain in ee's right shoulder. it did not involve any equipment or compliance issues. it also did not involve job skills, proficiency, training, ppe or protective devices. **this is a questionable injury. the employee did not begin missing work until 2/03/21.**",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10026,employee was using a safety knife to strip the plastic off the end of a wire and cut right leg just above the knee. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10027,"employee was using 15"" pliers in the left hand and a 15"" adjustable wrench in the right hand to tighten a thin 3"" nut for a plastic bulk storage tank discharge. when applying downward pressure with the plier, the employee felt pain in the left shoulder. this incident became a recordable when the employee had surgery on 4-08-22.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10028,"cat 730 truck was stuck in mud on uneven ground. operator had assisted in hooking up tow cables to haul truck. as operator was climbing back into the cab, the door slammed shut on his right thumb. thumb had slight bruise. operator was given medication for pain causing restricted duty for two days.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10029,employee was holding onto a pulley of d screen with both hands. another employee was using a 3 lb. hammer to tap the pulley off the shaft when he missed and struck mike on the ring finger of the left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10030,"injured was drilling hole & a piece of rock, 2'x 2'x 3"" fell striking him in the left knee. injured was medicated, support brace applied & restricted duty required. management was not sure this was reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10031,"while rolling (moving) rock off miner, ee mashed finger with rock.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10032,"employee was kneeling down, moving some rocks. when he stood back up he heard a pop in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10033,crane outrigger bumped pipe while rolled onto ee's foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10034,"employee had his foot on pusher jack while pulling water hose for highway miner. add car came down against jack, bruising foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10035,employee wa lifting a stone and a piece broke off and fell against his arm cutting it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10036,employee was opening a welding rod can. the lid cut through glove causing a laceration to the second finger on ee's right hand. the laceration was closed with medical glue. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10037,"while working with two other welders who were welding metal side skirts onto the primary feeder, ee alleged to have sustained possible flash burns.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -10038,employee was cleaning out a chute going into a mill and strained ee's right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10039,"ee turned off breaker to the s blower, did not plan to work on blower, so did not lock out. then went to check info on n blower, ee removed guard, and leaned over to gather the tag info on the motor. right hand contacted belts, and the blower started as the spout began loading a truck. fingers were pulled between belts & pulley, 2 fingers were cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -10040,he was loading pins on bolter and had on rubber gloves. the stamp on the pin had a sliver on it which cut through glove.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10041,he was soveling dirt and hurt his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10042,employee was tapping a hose on the ground to dislodge a clog when the material released and hit him in the eye,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10043,employee was lifting stone and pulled muscles in his lower abdomen,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10044,employee was clearing a collector box when he got cement powder in his eyes. employee was wearing ppe the fine dust became airborne and got underneath his safety glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10045,employee was handling dog pallets at #6 air sifter bagging station. the pallets weigh approximately forty pounds and the task required ee to pick up the pallet and place it in the presswell. ee felt pain in his low back after handling a pallet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10046,"employee was moving a 55 gallon drum of oil and experienced pain in his lower back. after seeing panel physician, he is to have physical therapy.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10047,"while positioning jack under truck, the injured caught his finger between the jack handle and the truck frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10048,the employee saw banding on the ground and picked it up to toss into the dumpster. as he threw it he cut his little finger on his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10049,"while constructing overcasts, ee received a small puncture wound to left hand resulting in subsequent infection. this injury was not reported to the insured's employer until 5/7/2018.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10050,employee was loading blocks on flat car and twisted lt knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10051,"4 south section, he was lifting a miner cable from the bottom & raised it to be hung up. as he lifted the cable, he felt pain in left groin area. muscle strain of groin area. *lost work days b egan 10/21/02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10052,the ee was working with a crew who were lowering an underground belt. a jack had been set under the spreader bar. the jack slipped our from under the spreader bar and fell over onto the ee s l eft foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10053,"removing a pipe suspended with a come-a-long, lowering to a forklift. employee was holding the pipe to steady it, the pipe shifted, hyper-extending his arm and tore his right bicep.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10054,"at home in evening he removed a flake of mica from his r eye. on sun, 8/10 went to er & was treated (found nothing in eye) - given antibiotics. 8/11 went to advanced eye care. was told eye was scratched & was given eye drops. 8/11 reported issue to pit mgr. 8/15 went back to advanced eye care for more treatment - did not work, returned to work 8/18/08 able to see out of eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10055,"employee tried to turn the belt clamp attached to the conveyor belt to be able to get at the bolts holding clamp. when employee tried turning the clamp up, employee felt a pull in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10056,ee was putting up a steel guard on a conveyor. one side was attached & the other was not. the guard fell down & grazed his face causing a laceration between his chin & lower lip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10057,ee was taking down a buggie cable when he unhooked the hanger the hook came around and hit him in the nose and cut it he received 7 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10058,ee was helping on power move in sbm-214 cables fell down striking ee on side of head knocking him unconsious for a minute or 2.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10059,technician was pounding in a wheel stud when head of hammer came off handle while swinging down allowing his hand to contact wheel assembly.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10060,"elder-ridge contracting company (4 men) were changing bearings on a snub roller of the huff creek mine slope belt located on the surface. the crane boom failed, causing boom to fall striking 3 contractor employees.injured was struckin the upper back, neck and left forearm. he has an mri scheduled for his back and neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10061,"during the process of picking pipe joint from rig to place in single pipe loader, employee picked up joint of pipe, suspended it in vertical position, swung pipe into pipe loader and in process of lowering, placed left hand too close to threads pulling his left thumb into loader with pipe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10062,employee was lifting a heavy chain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10063,"as the employee entered the rest room, the wind caught the door, pulling the employee's right arm. informed of mri results on may 1 2014 showed a full muscle tear in the rotator cuff - consultation for surgery is scheduled",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10064,the employee stated that while he was in the process of dropping miner cable and water line that was hung from the mine roof by a rope hanger. the hanger hook caught between his fingers as he tossed the cable to the mine floor. the hook contacted the webbing between his index and middle finger causing a laceration the employee sought medical attention and received 6 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10065,"the employee was attempting to reverse a railcar track switch when the accident occurred. as the employee was grasping the handle and pivoting 180 degrees, he felt a twinge in his lower back. the resultant diagnosis was a lower back strain with 20 lb weight restriction for 7 days.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10066,"employee was drilling holes in angle iron. when he released angle from clamp, the angle iron fell on right foot. he was wearing steel toed boots but hurt his right toe. he did not report the injury at that time. he reported it on may 1, 2008 when it apparently got infected. he has diabetes and had his right toe amputated on may 6, 2008. he has not returned to work as yet.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10067,employee was trying to open a drawer when she felt pain to her lower back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10068,"employee was hanging miner cable in no. 3 entry, felt pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10069,"the employee was installing heater pipes when they struck their shoulder against an upright pipe flange. the employee went to the doctor a couple weeks later due to the pain they were experiencing, and on 12/27/2018, quit working.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10070,employee was pulling a safety chain out from under structure on a dolly at enlow bottom as another employee was using a slate bar to raise structure and felt a pop in his right shoulder. employee continued working and then began missing work on 12/27/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10071,"a tech mechanic was removing a rock knocker on a rear tire of a rock truck, employee picked the rock knocker up and was putting it into the rear of his truck and was cut on the right forearm requiring 5 stitches at brookwood er in birmingham. employee did not miss any work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10072,"ee was on right side of miner in process of installing a rib pin. he was removing his right hand from scroll auger (starter), when the pinner surged and broke the auger, pinching ee's right index finger against the tubing.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10073,"using a shotgun hose to wash press, pressure kicked up and threw body against the cage striking right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10074,"miner was hit on the head while installing utilities. due to bad weather, ambulance could not arrive he was flown out to hospital for precaution. miner was released that night after observation and x-ray showed no broken bones or need for stitches and has no restrictions from dr. this accident then qualifies for first aid treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10075,"while an employee was moving a pump a wire fray on the bull hose poked ee in the finger through the glove. ee reported the incident to management on ee's next shift. on 2/2, ee's day off ee was taken to the clinic, infection had set in, the infection was surgically removed, and ee was given antibiotics. ee was released from the clinic on light duty, and ee returned to work. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10076,"while using a sledge hammer at work for approximately 2 weeks, employee was feeling pain in his right elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -10077,"ee was working in unit 2 cooler load zone. his work involved grinding, welding, and cutting. he felt something in his eye, however, he thought it came out. the next day he was having discomfor t in his eye and was evaluated by a physician. eye medication was prescribed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10078,employee was replacing bags in number 3 filter. as employee lifted and removed each sector and cut off each bag and replaced it with a new filter bag employee felt pain on left side of back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10079,"employee allegedly claims that on 5/12/2022 they were washing down under tower 2. ee claims that dust entered their eye. at the end of the shift they left and seemed fine with no indication that the eye was aggravated. at 8:30pm on 5/12/22, they called the supervisor and stated they were heading to the er to get the eye checked out. there were no witnesses to this event. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10080,employee was lifting miner cable to put a sling on and felt pain in right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10081,"on february 16, 2007, ee was driving a wedge in between the shaft and the round roller that is being used to roll up belts. the round roller is made up of pressed wood and as ee had the wedge in position, a piece of the pressed wood chipped off and debris came into ee's right eye. ee was wearing his safety glasses with side sheilds at the time of injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10082,employee was welding and got debris in right eye,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10083,employee jarred when shovel bucket made contact with bed of truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -10084,carrying a piece of wood and it slipped out of ee's left hand causing a splinter to get wedged into finger/palm area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10085,"employee was checking rock shaker to see if it was locked down. the counterweight was stopped on the topside, and when the employee moved the sheave, the counterweight rolled to the bottom, catching his hand between the belt and the sheave. this caused lacerations to the right index and second fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10086,"weldor was routing approx 370' of 1 1/2"" water hose betwen line 3 filter floor and line 3 scrubber wing, pulling, lifting, uncoiling, etc/involved. no specific incident occurred, but later he reported soreness. he recently began physical therapy for a shoulder strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10087,the man reported pain in his right lumbar and right knee. the man reported off on 7-29-10 with a non work related medical problem. on 8-4-10 he completed a work incident report for his knee and back regarding a stated 7-27-10 incident. on 8-16-10 a medical examination indicated that the lumbar and knee pain were work related.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10088,operator of haul truck cut webbing between the thumb and index finger. caught it on an engine compartment door latch.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10089,the ee states that while he was moving material at stone felt down and hurt his index finger of the right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10090,ee strained her right shoulder when lifting grinding bowls out of the spgx grinding mill. the ee was retrieving material from three grinding bowls.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10091,employees were changing 8'x 24'screen. the counter weight was being heated and employee stepped forward to give instruction when the counter weight came loose and struck employee in the right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10092,"employee was attempting to clear a rock hung up in the crusher feeder with a steel pry bar. the bar slipped and caught his left thumb between the bar and the edge of the crusher box. cut to end of thumb and chip to bone in the last joint. thumb was x-rayed, bandaged and placed in splint.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10093,"changing a screen. prying old screen up and bar slipped and handle struck just above right eye. 1"" gash required 3 stitches to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10094,"as a production laborer was drilling a cardox port, the drill bit became stuck. as ee pulled back to get the bit loose, ee's weight shifted backwards and ee's thumb collided with a steel plate. the result from x-ray was closed fracture of the distal phalanx, thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10095,injured was closing the elevator doors and closed the door on his left forefinger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10096,"tightening bolt on washbox track with 3/4"" drive rachet, applying torque to the rachet employee struck his elbow on metal. ee went off work on 12/4/06.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10097,"he was placing a metal plate on the screening plant, the plate slipped and he injured his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10098,"miner was using a portable hydraulic ram to remove a bushing. a sudden movement of the ram caused the victim's arm to be twisted backwards. miner worked remainder of the shift & rested over the weekend. upon return to work monday, the miner was hit in the shoulder/arm with an entrance door at the processing plant. the 2nd incident caused the miner to seek medical attention.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10099,ee was splicing phone line and cut top of left hand. required 7 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10100,while moving belt structure employee felt shoulder pop out of socket. began losing time 4/9/12,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10101,employee was pulling a motor to be serviced in the coal mill area when he hurt his left wrist while trying to break a base bolt loose. employee did not seek medical attention until 3/15/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10102,"while using a mixing drill to mix mortar for brick installation, employee's glove was tangled in the shaft of the paddle bit causing a cut on pinky finger that was treated with stitches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -10103,employee lifted a 10 inch pipe into bed of truck and while setting it down the pipe rolled and struck his left wrist causing fracture. employee was released to restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10104,the employee was changing rock screens on a screen deck and was pulling on the welding side strap of a screen when they felt pain in their hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10105,while opening the door on a metal dumpster he injured his right index finger on a piece of metal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10106,employee was pulling a piece of track steel from a supply car and slipped and fell and the track steel hit him on the left ankle - fractured ankle. started missing work 7-6-2011.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10107,the employee was drilling with a jackleg drill when a bucket of oil fell from the drill buggy and struck a valve on an air hose coiled on the buggy. the hose became charged with air and struck the employee in the face. this resulted in a loss of a tooth some time later.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10108,"while tying a rope to a piece of expanded metal, a piece of welding cable fell. the ee's hand became caught between the expanded metal and the cable. the ee sustained lacerations to the left ring and index fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10109,a mechanic and electrician were manually moving a 6' screw conveyer into the bed of a pick-up truck when it bound the tail gate joint. the mechanic repositioned his gloved hand to unbind it and was cut by the waning end of the screwflight which had been sharpened by the sand pieces.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10110,ee stated he was tightening the hand wheel of a winch on a barge with his foot. the tension of the cable caused the wheel to spin backward hyperextending his ankle. he was advised by dr to sta y off work,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10111,ee was trying to remove a suspended deflector plate when the left index finger came between the lift chain and the plate. this resulted in a broken/smashed index finger. ee was taken to the hospital and treated for a broken/smashed finger and received stitches. ee was also prescribed antibiotics and pain medicine. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10112,"the employee was cutting curtain and the razor knife slipped and cut his stomach. the laceration was to the outer skin, 3/4"" long with little bleeding. the employee finished his shift and because of the location of the cut decided to see a physician. the laceration was cleaned and four stitches were inserted. the employee returned to work his next scheduled shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10113,"employee was assigned to remove the cooler on a drill. the injured employee was holding hoses and wiring, guiding them through the frame of the cooler. there were two 2"" hydraulic hoses and one electrical conduit zip-tied together. as the cooler was being removed one of the hoses broke away and struck the injured employee in the face, chipping their left, front, upper tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10114,"employee was lowering a liner with a rope and felt pain in lower back. liner weighed 150 lbs. and was being lowered approximately 2 feet into tripper chute above fine ore bins. physical therap y began on july 2, 2001.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10115,employee was putting a plate on a roof bolt when it slipped out of his hand and struck him on the arm causing a laceration that required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10116,on 8/7/15 an employee was in the process of connecting an airline for a pump and stepped into liquid lime. he notified the fill-in supervisor and sr. supervisor but refused medical attention. both supervisors advised the employee to rinse off his foot and apply neosporin. on 8/12/15 and was treated for an infection resulting from chemical burns to the right foot. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10117,"hammering to remove a ripper arm pin on a d9 dozer, small metal shard struck ee's r-cheek.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10118,"the employee had a minor accident on 7/24/02 when he experienced lower back pain while in the process of lifting an object. he did not receive any medical attention until january when his cond itioned worsened. on 1/30/03 the employee underwent surgery on his lower back, therefore making it reportable and a lost time accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10119,two employees were lifting a small piece of conveyor belt. after the lift ee said he felt a pain in his back. he waited till 10-30-06 to report the injury. he was taken to hospital and put on restricted duty - sprained ligament.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10120,"miners were removing ice built up in belt feeder 2. the miner was using a long handled scrapper. when it became hung up on a shaft. when it finally came loose, the handle struck employee in the scrotum area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10121,"while booster pump was running, employee checked motor oil & it was squirting out of dipstick. he opened oil spicket on side to pour more oil in it & the oil sprayed out & hit him in the face. he should have put motor oil in the top instead of the side while the motor was running. received 1st & 2nd degree burns.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -10122,"injured was operating the #2 continuous miner on#1 unit when a piece of rock slid off the miner and struck injured on his rt. arm causing a 3"" laceration. injured went to the dr. and received 6 stitches. injured returned to work next day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10123,"while employee was removing a hydraulic oil tank drain plug, he felt soreness in his neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10124,"went to hang up discharge flex on pg 4 pit pump. bulldozer pushed flex around to hang up flex with 90 degree fitting on it, slipped off of blade and struck employee on top of foot. employee had on steel toe boots.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10125,washing down evaporator with high pressure hose when amine chemical splashed in left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10126,"injured worker cleaning out a screw conveyor, when he turned around he felt pain in his lower right back. on 3/18/09 he reported that his back was beginning to hurt. made appointment to see the doctor on 3/19/09. will be going through therapy the next couple of weeks with non formal restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10127,"helping in plant when employee did not have his hands clear of equipment when crane operator wasgiven the signal to move. when equipment moved, ee got hands caught and cut the top of his left little finger off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10128,this operator had been off work for several weeks with a back injury that happened at home during an ice storm. he returned to work on 2/2/05 and worked one full shift. the next day he notified his supervisor that he had hurt his back the previous night when he backed over a rock with the d-11 dozer he was operating. he is still off from work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -10129,"ee was trying to remove a hose from a rock duster an step on the hose with his right foot and turn it over, braking above in it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10130,"employee was welding off and on all day on a jaw crusher, doing repairs. he was wearing a welding helmet, but he was ina tight spot, so it was difficult to get the mask down in time, every time, before he started welding. he had welding flash as a result.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -10131,"employee was cutting a hose to length of a water line with a utility knife when the blade slipped and cut ee's left middle finger. ee was wearing gloves and cutting away from ee. ee was kneeling on the ground, cutting with ee's right hand, holding the hose with ee's left hand. ee was taken to the hospital and received one stitch on ee's left middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10132,heavy pipe slipped out of grip and smashed fingers between the guard rail.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10133,ee was reaching for a roof bolt plate and his right arm hit a metal strap cutting his arm just below his elbow. after going to the doctor he received 5 stitches in his arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10134,ee was cutting a coupling. he accidentally stabbed himself in the leg. it required 4 stitches. he only missed a few hours work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10135,opened hot radiator cap and water sot out and landed on his right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -10136,"the employee was helping the mechanic to replace the idler on the komatsu pc220 trackhoe. they were using a hammer to hit a chisel into a slot to help the shaft slide into place. the chisel unexpectedly popped out of the slot and came back and hit the employee in ee's open mouth, injuring two of ee's teeth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10137,employee was operating a hydraulic impact wrench to install supplemental roof support when the wrench socket slipped off the apparatus and struck the employee's teeth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10138,lifting a piece of metal and hurt lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10139,employee was helping roll the headgate drum when he caught his left index finger between the shield and bit.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10140,employee was loading roof plates from a supply hole when he felt pain moving from his back down his right thigh into his foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10141,"the employee was working between the ballmills, when some dust went between the safety glasses and eye, resulting in material in the left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10142,employee states that while moving belt a chain broke causing the sheave wheel to strike employee on his ankle & foot. first lost work day was 8/3/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10143,"employee was replacing a screen and pinched his hand between the screen and a ladder guard. hand was bruised and employee was prescribed nabumetone for pain and swelling, and instructed to use an ace bandage and ice for 48 hours. light duty was prescribed for 48 hours, and was provided at work site. after light duty employee returned to full duty for next scheduled shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10144,removed radiator cap and hot cooling fluid sprayed arm. resulting in restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10145,ee was using channel lock pliers to tighten a flex connection onto electrical conduit pipe. the pliers slipped off the connector causing his knuckle to strike against a steel unistrut located directly next to the connector.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10146,the employee was loading anfo into holes on the face when they stepped backwards causing a strain to their l knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10147,"employee stated was working in the 3 left crosscut, installing the first roof bolt of the day. as ee pushed the bolt into the hole, ee felt a burning sensation in the left shoulder. this resulted in a shoulder strain. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10148,"employee was cleaning screens with a hammer, pinched hand between screen and hammer handle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10149,"o&k hydraulic shovel bucket made contact with haultruck box, upper rear left side.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -10150,"men on 6th floor of plant were loading/shoveling concrete material into scrap bin & material fell out, down to floor below entering injured employee's eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10151,"10"" dust collector pipe fell on knuckle of big toe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10152,"employee was using a razor type knife to cut ties from hoses. while cutting away from body he had his left hand in line of fire. the knife went through the ties and struck his left index finger, resulting in an incision that required 3 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10153,the miner was using an impact wrench & felt something in eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10154,he picked up a bag and turned to set it on the pallet and something popped in his leg or hip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10155,"a miner was in process of installing bolts in heading. he cut the metal band from a bundle of split sets and when the band released the tension, it swung back and caused a laceration to the miners left forearm, resulting in 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10156,employee was helping install lift jack on 900 loader. the cable came off the pulley of boom truck giving slack to the chain hook. the hook hit employee on top of his head cutting it. he received 4 stitches. came back to work next day.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10157,a mechanic was working on a waste coal fuel reclaimer chain and flights. the work involved using a 12lb sledge hammer to pound in flight pins. the repetitive motion of the day contributed to an elbow injury. the mechanic reported elbow pain to the plant ehs manager.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -10158,employee using rebar to remove loose buildup of hot dirt in between boiler tubes. employees claims he felt a sharp pain and elbow started swelling.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10159,employee was maintaining the miner when he pulled off the rub rail dropping it on his foot. employee went to hospital where he was written off work for an uncertain period of time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10160,"hard hat fell off, employee stood up striking head on the cross tube section of the haul truck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10161,"employee was using a utility knife to cut a hole in a piece of conveyor belting, when his hand slipped and he cut his left index finger. 7 stitches were required to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10162,the employee was dumping cement bags into a hopper. while dumping the bags the employee strained his left wrist and forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10163,"the dozer operator backed into the highwall, resulting in injury to the neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -10164,"injured employee was inserting steel pin into a hole on mobile crane. his hands slipped and he struck himself with the pin, chipping a tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10165,ie was roof bolting when ee's chuck came out of ee's drill pot. the ie did not secure the drill steel in the mine roof before picking up the chuck. the drill steel dropped from the top and hit the employees left ring finger. ee was brought to the surface and taken to be checked out.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10166,employee opened the valve of our air lance. force of air hyperextended left arm back resulting in left shoulder strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10167,finger under a thin rock as operator lowered top jaw to cut the rock did not move finger from under rock causing the middle finger on the end to be smashed. resulting in lacerated finger requiring bandages and antibiotic cream and checks for infection.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10168,operator was attempting to unroll conveyor belting from a suspended roll when the roll came unhooked and fell on his foot. the roll of belt had an elongated center hole as it did not have a co re. it was suspended by chain and a bar thru the roll. as the belt rolled in spun/jumped suddenly and dislodged. the operator's foot was bruised but not broken.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10169,the injured was doing his regular early shift inspection of the recirculating water pumps when he noticed a puddle under one of the pumps. he moved closer to see if a seal had gone bad & as he did the left sidde of his face was sprayed with clorine solution. a pinhole leak had developed. his eye was flushed & he was taken to e.r. eye drops prescribed & he was released.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10170,the come a long broke and the chain hit employee in the knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10171,"an employee was measuring silo levels, when the measuring tape got caught & employee used a long bar to move the part that was stuck. when the tape was freed, employee's right hand moved hitting the side of the silo opening causing a laceration in employee's right little finger joint. employee received 4 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10172,while attempting to close the overhead steam valve on #4 dryer with a wrench while standing on a roll-away platform employee twisted his left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10173,ee was lifting a gas can off of a truck and felt something pop in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10174,"employee was moving top structure out of the way, stacking it against the rib. a piece of structure employee just stacked fell over striking his right middle finger resulting in a fracture and seven (7) sutures. on april 1, 2015 employee had surgery to repair right middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10175,ee was stacking 50 lb bags of material. complained of pain in right hip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10176,"the injured had hold of a bottom belt roller while changing it. the roller was stuck in a belt chain. a co-worker tried to strike the belt chain with a hammer to free the stuck roller and missed, striking the injured in his left index finger. this accident resulted in a fracture of his left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10177,after inspecting a screw conveyer housing the employee placed his right hand on the housing to steady himself as he stood up and his rt index finger was caught by the screw. his finger (with g love) entered the housing through a hole he had not previously noticed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10178,the man struck himself on the mouth with a splice pipe while placing it in a truck box. became aware of dental work on 1-24-00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10179,injured was pulling the winch rope from a 630 scoop winch. injured said he felt a pain in his right elbow while pulling on the winch rope.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10180,ee states that while he was working on a tire jam he was holding his flashlight in his mouth. he cracked a front top tooth when he bit down. ee did not report medical treatment until returning from layoff 3/2/2011.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10181,on 5/1/03 injured state he was helping mechanic weld/cut on miner tail on #2 unit when a piece of slag fell in his left ear. on 5/6/03 inj reported that incident to us. 5/7 injured went to to dr. ret'd to work on 5/7/03. give medication & told to go to another dr. on 5/8/03 inj went to another dr. surgery planned became reportable on 5/6/03,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -10182,ee was attempting to remove part of a panel from the engine compartment of a caterpillar 992c front end loader when the edge of the side panel bumped his left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10183,"employee was performing cell maintenance when, while lifting a section of copper pre-strip, the pre-strip slipped causing a laceration to left hand. the laceration required sutures. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -10184,"employee was holding a sheave wheel block during a repair, while another employee was using a punch hammer and a 4 lb. hammer to free wheel. punch hammer glanced off of wheel and struck other employee's finger tip. employee received medical attention, finger was fractured. employee was able to return to work with restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10185,"the ee was opening a can of pineapple when the lid stuck. when he tried to remove the lid it came sideways, cutting his hand between the thumb and first finger. the cut is about 1 inch long an d spreads to about 1/8"". the ee was taken to the clinic for evaluation and treatment. the laceration had to closed with stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10186,"while installing 12' cable bolt, cable bolt plate spun striking right arm rsulting in 14 stitches ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10187,"while guiding a pin into the hole with his knee, the employee felt his knee pop and pain shot down his leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10188,"while helping move oxcar bulkhead door, the handle stuck then broke loose and flipped up hitting employee's chin and mouth. he was examined and sent home, told to take advil for pain. got infe ction two days later. given prescription.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10189,it has been determined on this date (11/02/2011) that the employees injury resulted from an incident at work prohibiting him from working. on 07/27/2011 the injured employee was pulling on a wash down hose causing him to strain his left shoulder and neck. first day away from was 07/29/2011. he remains excused from work as of 11/02/2011.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10190,the employee was holding a piece of 8 inch pipe while another employee was cutting the pipe. the pipe was shifting and moving while cutting so they added a chain hoist to stabilize the pipe. the employee continued holding the pipe with the chain added and the pipe rolled pinching the employees left thumb between the pipe and chain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10191,"employees were rockbolting in the wash bay. they had leather boots on. water the the jackleg got deep over their boots. employee's fee got wet. this area was shotcreted and a combination of th eir wet boots in the shotcrete""water"" caused 2nddegree burns.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10192,employee was grinding and lifting stone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10193,while opening top hatch on railcar employee crushed r index finger when caught between railcar dome and hatch.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10194,"while moving and hanging the continuous miner cable and water line during the normal mining cycle, employee strained his left shoulder. he continued to work until the pain reached intolerable levels. later an mri showed a tear, and began missing work on 01-27-2012.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10195,postive diagnosis for lung irritation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10196,"while setting up to torque bit, employee's hand was caught between drill table and wrench.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10197,the quality control tech(qc tech) was assisting with charging a raw mill with grinding media using a 5 ga. bucket. 4/25 ee reported that dr. diagnosed ee with a hernia. ee was sent to the worker's comp dr. with an umbilical hernia. the hernia was cosmetically corrected on july 8.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10198,"beatin bearing off a shaft, bearing broke and hit hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10199,"the ie was loading roof bolts on the offside of the bolter. when the operator started to advance to the next row, he heard the ie scream from his foot being ran over. the ie was taken to the hospital and treated for a contusion on the top of his foot. the ie continued to work, and then on 4/8/14, ie was seen by dr. and failed to report to work on his scheduled afternoon shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10200,"employee was using a sledge hammer to put 3-4"" anchoring bolts into a concrete floor. while swinging the hammer the employee injured their left shoulder. this resulted in a left shoulder sprain and the employee is estimated to be out of work for 2 weeks per the doctors request.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -10201,ee was catching a stone and a chip of the stone broke off and was stuck into his eye. (underneath his safety glasses).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10202,pulled muscles while picking rock at mine site,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10203,while assisting welder work on rollmill employee exposed eyes to welders flash causing burns to his eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -10204,the miner was helping clean up a steel stock pile. he lifted a piece of steel and twisted while lifting. he felt a sharp pain in his lower back and right leg. he reported the incident to his supervisor but refused medical treatment. he informed management of the incident on 12/13/2012. he received an mri on 1/10/2013 and surgery for a herniated disc was performed on 2/14/2013.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10205,employee was working on a dozer and during the course of the day his right leg started to bother him. he worked until quitting time and then went to the hospital the next day. he did not tell supervisor until 1-18-06.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10206,"employee and two coworkers were maneuvering a 4'x8'x1/4"" piece of sheet metal into place to form the back of a chute at a belt head. employee slipped on a turnbuckle, anchored to the tailpiece and lost control of the metal, allowing it to strike his right forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10207,"employee was closing a product slide gate, which was held open by a piece of steel. the employee used left hand to cut the steel, unfortunately right hand was near where the gate closes. when they cut through the steel the gate slide down and hit the tip of finger on right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10208,unloading a bottle of nitrogen out of back of service truck. a knot came up in stomach area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10209,while exiting the elevator at the silos following a silo change this morning employee grabbed the bottom of the interior door to assist in opening the door. while pushing up on the bottom of door his right thumb popped. he noticed his thumb started to hurt and went to shop and took his gloves off to look at his thumb. his right thumb had swollen up within minutes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10210,"employee cutting shim plates with torch. lost focus and passed right wrist through torch when reaching for shim. not in compliance with ppe policy, not wearing gloves required for task by policy and rolled down gloves he was wearing exposing wrist and arm. cause - incorrect ppe and lack of focus",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -10211,employee was cleaning beltline and injured back while throwing rock dust with a shovel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10212,employee was stacking 50# bags of pulverized carbon. when he tried to push a corner of a bag in to straighten the bag his thumb got caught on the bag and dislocated his thumb. he told his shift foreman that he is double jointed. this may have contributed to the injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10213,ee was helping change motor on sand line palletizer. the crew went to tighten the motor but had an alignment issues with the motor. when they tried to adjust the motor it started to fall to the ground. ee took the motor slowly to the ground and in the process bruised left forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10214,the employee noticed on 6/16/12 that his eye was irritated and small metal fragments were found in his eye by a physician. he was not aware of how or when the material the got there but since he had worked the night before he assumed that it was from something he did at work. he had not filed an accident report.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10215,the employee attempted to catch a duke that was falling over. the duke pinched his finger against the face conveyor pan.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10216,pushing a rubber guarding up on the miner when employee struck hand against a roof strap. resulting in a laceration that required 9 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10217,employee was placing t3 channel on battery scoop. t3 channel slipped and struck employee's left hand causing fracture to middle left finger. lost time injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10218,"ee was putting 4"" waterline across belt layed waterline on top of railing and went to push it across, pulled something loose in left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10219,removing hydraulic swivel from trackhoe. one bolt was in a hard to reach area. when the bolt came loose he hit his elbow on the swivel causing a bruised elbow,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10220,this ee was lansing a pin out & had the rod laying across his lap. the rod blew off and the fire burned his thighs and chest.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -10221,"employee was at base of the bucket elevator floor , when a co-worker dropped a 7/8"" nut on the inside of unit where employee was working. the nut struck employee on the right index finger. employee didn't seek medical treatment until 10-15-2005",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10222,employee was using a log splitter when he pinched his finger between a piece of wood and the splitter.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10223,"alledged incident was to have occurred while this ee was shoveling coal onto the no. 2 tailpiece due to a spill. cause of this injury was safety awarness and improper lifting. rules/regs was not a factor, protective equipment not a factor, attitude may be a factor, mining equipment/systems not a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10224,"employee was holding up the pan line to shield ""snake head"" coupler with a pick hammer in right hand. the relay bar was out (close to the snake head) and ee was using left hand to feel for alignment, for the relay bar to couple with the snake head. the pick hammer slipped, allowing left ring finger to be pinched between the end of the relay bar and snake head. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10225,while loosening a bolt with an impact wrench the bolt spun and cut employee's left middle finger. fingr required stitches. employee was not wear gloves.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10226,"employee was throwing a conveyor flight into the tail of the continuous miner when he felt his right shoulder pop, he continued to work until he had surgery on his shoulder on 5/5/14.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -10227,"the employee was taking a sample from the sample port gate when the cover plate struck her on the left hand. the employee originally reported the incident, but did not seek medical treatment. the following day, the employee reported swelling and soreness and wished to have it examined, it was then determined the employee's hand was fractured.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10228,"employee was closing drawers on the lab drying oven. while pushing the drawer closed, the end of her ring finger of her right hand was pinched in the lifting mechanism of the next higher drawer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10229,"going up the steps to #1 & #2 feed system, the pipe that extends over the stairway knocked his hat off and when he picked it up and stood back up he hit his head on the orange pipe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10230,removing portion of air slide. bruise/contusion to right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10231,"while reaching for the handhold on a fuel truck door, employee jammed right middle finger on the handrail. the physician applied a splint and advised him he could return to regular job duties as long as he wore the splint.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10232,"as ee was washing off a breaker pad with a 1.5 in. water hose, he attempted to pull on the hose which was caught on the breaker and when the hose was freed his face made contact with a metal b eam causing a laceration to his left eye brow. he was given 11 sutures at the gibson general er, in princeton, in.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10233,"ee was using a jack bar to connect a flat car & a 12 ton motor together. when he finished liningup the two vehicles to put in the lock pin, he laid the jack bar on top of the motor. the bar ro lled off and caught his left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10234,employee was carrying tooth base adapter to back of truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10235,was putting belt structure in metal box when hand got caught between box and structure.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10236,"while lifting a screen, the ee twisted the lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10237,"employee was performing maintenance on a conveyor when he felt pain in his right shoulder. after seeking medical attention on feburary 9, 2015 the injury was determined not to be work related. on december 23, 2015 a determination was made that this injury was work related. this is being reported within 10 working days of this notification.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10238,"employee was running a paletizer to stack cement bags on pallet; ee opened slide door to drop bags on to pallet, when slide door started to close it caught the left arm and wrist between a cement bag and slide door.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10239,"ee stated: operating roof bolter, closed auger clamp on hand, auger clamp cut thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10240,cut left wrist when opening a can of welding rods.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10241,"mechanic was lifting a cylinder utilizing an overhead crane. while steadying the cylinder with the employee's left hand, the cylinder moved and the weight shifted caused a pinch point between the nylon lifting strap and the hose guard of the cylinder. laceration to left little finger requiring 5 stitches",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10242,"plastic conduit was very cold. as crew loaded 45/3 pole into trailer conduit (4"") flexed and large piece exploded off end (coupling) hitting victim in mouth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10243,"he was replacing ceramic tiles, breaking them away with a chipping hammer, a tile splintered and a piece went into his middle finger on his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10244,the ee is a roof bolter and while roof bolting he lifted a 7 ft roof bolt to install in the roof. it was at this time he felt the front of his left shoulder give away.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10245,ee climbed inside 49 fan housing lowered his body holding onto blade and fell pain in left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10246,pinched finger under rock - r ring finger ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10247,injured and two co-workers were installing a newtop roller in the slope belt. injured was layingon his back pushing up on the roller. the rollercame out of it's bracket and hit him on the fore head resulting in a laceration needing sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10248,employee stated he dropped air cannon on his thumb. xrays were negative. employee said thumb still bothers him. doctor referred him to specialist on 7/31/02 suspecting a fracture. *no fracture -please make note of this.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10249,"employee was removing a rear brake actuator cylinder; wrench slipped and she fell forward and hit her hip on brake framework, splitting her lower lip. she received two sutures to close cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -10250,the employee was moving a copper cathode from scale when the cathode slipped off bundle and struck employee in the top center of left foot. initial examination determined that the employees foot sustained a contusion. he was released back to work with limited restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10251,"while bolting in the no#5 heading, the drill operator was swinging in to put up inside bolt when a piece of rock fell off the canopy striking ee's left hand. the rock was round in diameter 2"" thick x 10"".",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10252,injured was trimming a splice in the conveyor belt with a utility knife. the knife slipped and he cut his left thumb. the wound was dressed and he went to the hospital where he received 7 stit ches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10253,end dump operator stated the shovel operator hit her truck bed which jolted her around in the cab. it was not determined if it was the shovel bucket or a large rock that hit the bed. the injur ed was diagnosed with cervical and thorasis muscle strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -10254,ee states that he was changing the airlocks on line 2 (plt. 2). when he lifted airlock he hurt his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10255,"ee was using a 12# double jack to knock out a bushing on a 54d mucker. felt a pop in left shoulded, filled out a notice of injury to his supervisor, but did not request medical aid. on 7-6- ee seeked medical advice on shoulder as it was bothering him. surgery on shoulder was performed 11-30-00. ee had no lost workdays or modified duty until surgery",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -10256,he was moving in electrical cabinet with 3 people. when they got to a tight space he tried to move the cabinet alone and strained his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10257,"ee injured shoulder roof bolting. ee pulled on a roof bolt in the tray and felt pain in shoulder subsequently diagnosed as a dislocation and major tearing of the labrum, which has been diagnosed as degenerative prior to this event allowing the dislocation. ee had been prescribed pt in march. company notified on 4/20/16 of first appt being the 1st week of april.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10258,wrench had been laid up on angle iron while mechanics installed the bolts. normal vibration appears to have been enough to slowly cause wrench to fall approx. 2'.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10259,"while cleaning around a mill, employee was using a small jack hammer and the gap vac truck. lower side started hurting, like a pulled muscle would feel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10260,"while departing work area at mobile mining unit, mechanic noticed ladder left down on the pump side of the unit and turned back to raise it. mechanic was struck below the knee by the power cable being moved by an excavator which caused them to lose footing.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10261,employee was cutting open and emptying sandbags.knife cut through bag and cut the palm of left hand wound required 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10262,bolting track together & pinched palm of right hand. didn't know ee sought treatment until bills were received. bill shows he went to er after work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10263,employee was helping put new tires on the skid steer and strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10264,"changing the oxygen tank. it slipped out of his hands and when he grabbed it while it was falling, he strained his lower abdomen.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10265,"employee ws trying to straighten out coal grizzly from being plugged with mateiral using a 2""pipe. pulling pipe towards body, hand slipped and pipe hit employee in the face - right jaw area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10266,ee stated that he was helping unload tools at the no.5 belt head when water was turned on at valve where it hooks to main waterline. when line was pressured the nozzle hit him causing a laceration to his ear.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10267,employee was shoveling the #5 belt rollers between the 10th & 11th break when he felt a sharp pain in his mid & lower back. within the hour he began to experience pain down his right leg. specialized physician removed him from work for 10 days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10268,"employee was unloading salt from a railcar at the unload station. large chunks of salt began to build up in the unload chute. employee used a 1/2"" pipe in an attempt to dislodge the salt and the pipe came into contact with the auger. when this occurred the pipe was forced to the north and the employees right index finger impacted the bottom of the railcar trap.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10269,"employee was assisting repairs on a cone crusher. as he removed a part of the machine it moved unexpectedly. a tool attached to the machine part struck the employee, causing a laceration on the back of his leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10270,"worker had moved tin that had blown from the topof #2 felter bldg to the ground during the night, when worker picked up the piece of tin, the wind caught the tin and folded it over, striking e mployee's right arm and lacerated it. employee was wearing gloves.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10271,"while working on a drag chain the employee was using a 4 pound hammer, the hammer was deflected and struck him in the knee",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10272,employee was carrying oil cans from hoist car to the roof bolter. all of a sudden his knee started hurting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10273,employee was roof bolting and had his left hand under the roof drill canopy and his right hand on the controls. when he moved the boom it caused the canopy to swing and hit a piece of cap coal smashing his left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10274,"employee was cutting some metal with arch, cutting rod and the splatter caused his shirt to catch on fire. he received 2nd degree burns on his back and under his left arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -10275,"on feb 14th, 2012 at 9:00pm, ee reported that his back was sore from shoveling sand around the cv3 tail pulley system. the reason ee was shoveling was do to spillage at cv3 as a result of carry-back on the cv1 belt. on feb 15th, 2012 at 10:26am, ee was seen by a doctor and was given restrictive duty/activity (no shoveling/no lifting over 20lbs).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10276,ee was loading a empty wooden pallet into the scoop bucket when he felt pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10277,"while moving a 55 gal drum, pulled back on drum & pinched pinky finger on left hand. **splint required**",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10278,"employee was installing a 10"" pipe to frp pump when the strap holding the pipe came loose causing the pipe to fall pinching employees finger between the pipe and pump flange.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10279,"employee was shoveling, put the shovel in the dirt and pulled with right arm and pushed with the left arm and said his shoulder, ""popped out.""",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10280,"employee was guiding excess chain from electric hoist around the crane drum, the weight of the chain caused excess chain to run out pulling employee's left hand into the railing. left pinky finger was cut requiring stitches. restricted duty only no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10281,employee was standing on a 6' ladder wedging a crib. he had his left hand against the crib to help steady himself while using an axe in his right hand to strike a glut (large wood wedge). the axe glanced off the glut striking him on his left thumb. this resulted in an injury to the left thumb that required six sutures to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10282,"emp was watching mantrip operator move a miner cable and was going to signal him when to stop. as she turned to flag the operator to stop, the cable hit her on the left thigh, knocking her to the ground. bruises at left thigh and left knee swollen. went to company doctor on 7/28/09 placed on restrictions and given prescription.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10283,employee was helping hang an anchor for a shuttle car cable when he felt a pulling or burning in his neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10284,hurt shoulder lifting box. rotator cuff tear requiring surgery on 3/17/04.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10285,removing da ram from shelf in warehouse by hand with help of 2nd ee. ee dropped ram on upper leg. deep bruise.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10286,minor back spasm caused by strain and unusual position.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10287,employee was struck by slider rail when the slider rail that was hung from a red hanger off the ground came loose and employee tried to catch the rail causing a contusion/hyperextension to right shoulder. (started losing time on 3/8/2022),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10288,"while cutting a bolt with a grinder, the wheel became pinched, causing ie to lose control of the grinder. the wheel struck ie's left hand, causing laceration. injury was not the result of a training or compliance issue.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10289,"employee used a hand held apple corer to slice an apple for lunch. while cleaning the apple corer, employee's finger struck against a blade resulting in a laceration requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10290,back strain due to improper lifting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10291,"employee stuck hand in air conditioner vent, striking fingers on blower motor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10292,employee was working with other employee on changing out a bad kiln trunion wheel. the wheel was in place and they were putting the caps on with the crane when one of the caps slipped catching his finger under the cap. this broke his small finger in his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10293,"moving stacking blocks all day long and restacking, jacking on trailer to get truck under.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10294,"employee claims that he hurt his shoulder while tightening bolts on shaker. he did not report this injury until he went to urgent care on 7-30-11. returned to work on 8-1-11. went back to doctor, out of work until 8-5-11",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10295,"ee was placing a fan blade on the maintenance shop table when it slipped and dropped causing a laceration to ee's index finger on ee's left hand. after removing the fan blade from the motor shaft, ee removed ee's gloves to take a break but then decided to sit the fan blade on the table to get it off the floor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10296,"employees' were lifting an 8'brace up to position it to be chained to loader bucket. ground was wet & muddy, brace slipped & fell on ee's arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10297,"performing duties as sacker, felt strain in neck and left shoulder. attempted to work next shift on 1-2-01 requested medical attention.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10298,barring screen removing built up dirt - felt pain in right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10299,employee pulled back on sleever bar to fit a piece of pipe when his hand slipped off & hit his safety glasses causing the glasses to cut his cheek.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10300,"while replacing top roller at tailpiece, injured was prying roller under top of belt and caught thumb between roller and belt structure.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10301,ee alleges he cut his right ring finger on a bolt while removing a metal screen holding plate.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10302,"ee was on his knees bolting, he had a piece of drill steel stuck in the roof, he lost his balance and caught himself by putting his hand on the top of the drill pot, the drill steel dislodged from the roof and struck his middle finger on his left hand resulting in a broken finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10303,"pushing a #6 gear box on, when it stopped suddenly, hurting right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10304,while closing one of the double doors on the compressor room when a steel bar came down and struck him on the left hand ring finger. hand was on the door knob when the bar came into contact with his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10305,"while ee was installing a 1x1 pump, air & discharge hose on a skyline 60""belt structure, she felt a sudden pain on her lower back. ee felt her back to be a little tight at the beginning of shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10306,he was cleaning mud off block at cr-1 conveyor. when piece of chipping hammer broke off and punctured his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Fall down raise, shaft or manway" -10307,employee was changing screens and felt a pop in ee's right elbow. no restrictions until ee's surgery date of 6/11/2020.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10308,miner lacerated left. palmside ring finger from top knuckle to fingertip while lifting a gearbox guard without using required hand protection or proper team lifting techniques (improper lift planning.) six stitches were required to treat the cut. worker was treated and released to go back to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10309,injured was removing the packing from a cyclone pump when he tried to take another bite on the packing he fell a pain in his left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10310,something broke and a ball fell onto ee's back resulting in a bruise.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10311,employee was placing bolts into a pipe flange. when he hit one of hte bolts with his hand his right hand hit the pipe flange and knocked off the fingrnail on his pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10312,employee was knocking water line apart with a 16 lb hammer. the hammer glanced off the water line striking him in the left shin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10313,"a welder craftsman sustained a laceration to his right cheek from 6"" angle grinder equipped with a cutting wheel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10314,ee was lifting hydraulic jack & his finger was pinched between the jack & the frame of the headgate/stageloader causing a cut to the right index finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10315,employee was bending a bolt and he had his body (back) out of position and the end result was a pulled back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10316,employee slipped while holding jack-leg drill and the machine fell and smashed his left index finger against the rib.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10317,"doing cleanup shoveling under a conveyor, injured back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10318,"while climbing a ladder and swinging a 3 lb sledge hammer to move a screen into place, hurt right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -10319,"a mechanic sustained fractures and lacerations to three fingers (little, ring, middle) on his left hand while changing a hammer on the t40 truck drill. his fingers were caught between the deck bushing and the chuck when the deck bushing slid down the hammer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10320,employee was using a pry bar to close the door on a coal rail car. the pry bar slipped and he fell on his left wrist. the initial diagnosis was a left wrist sprain and no treatment was necessary. employee had a follow-up doctors appointment on 12/29/2010 during which the doctor changed the diagnosis to a left wrist fracture making the incident reportable as of 12/29/2010.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -10321,"ee was struck by drawrock app 1' x 2' x 0-1"", while tramming the machine from #3 to #1 entry.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10322,piece of grinding disc hit finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10323,"employee stated that he and 2 other coworkers were attempting to hang a section of 6"" aluminum water line. when the employee lifted his end of the water line, he felt a sharp pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10324,he was loading a flat loader tire into pickup for repair and strained a muscle in chest.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10325,"installing new conveyor belt, roll of belting slipped on chain and fell on top of left hand. trapping hand between roll of belting and steel conveyor frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10326,employee was unhooking 2 rolls of liner that was being placed on a stock pile. the loader operator released the tension on the chain so employee could unhook the straps. rolls were split on two levels one on top and one on the ground. the bottom roll moved and tightened the chain pinching the employee's ring finger between the loader fork and the chain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10327,"while setting concrete blocks for the ramp to the west side of the jaw, the hook being used to lift the blocks slipped. the block landed on the bottom row of blocks and rolled off, pinning ee to the ground and breaking his right leg below the knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10328,"ee was moving supplies and twisted his right ankle. the injury was not reported at the time. on his next shift, pain and swelling increased. he did not complete his work rotation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10329,ee was using a rivet buster to remove coupling bolts on the low speed gear reducer. the two bolts that wouldn't come out were cut off and the rivet buster was used. a piece of metal flew up and hit him in the forehead.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10330,sluff material pushed miner forward where he cut his lip miner stated it was his fault & no one else 2 stitches to upper lip & was back to work by 11/11/00. no impairment that we know off,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -10331,"employee was pulling down a sieve box with a bar when the bar slipped, causing employee's back to pop. lost time injury as of 10/15/02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10332,while moving miner cable the injured party pulled something in his left side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10333,"the employee was replacing blocking material under the portable plant structure. the 6 x 6 x 4ft wooden blocking was being set in place when it slipped from the employees hands and fell down. when it fell, the employee did not have time to move his hand and the blocking fell onto the end of his left ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10334,per witness - ee was working on ready mix radiator & hurt his shoulder when trying to lift it from truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10335,crew was pulling a water supply line using a rope hanger. water line pulled tight causing the rope hanger to break striking employee in the face just below the right eye. resulted in a laceration and fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10336,"the maintenance supervisor was troubleshooting a new installation of a bag placer mechanism on a bag filling machine making adjustments to limit switches and relays during installation of the equipment. as he manually removed a filled bag from the bagger spout, the bag placer unexpectedly moved and struck the supervisor on the arm causing a minor back strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10337,air arcing on a wash plant screen and received a flash burn on both eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -10338,employee clocked out after shift. was standing outside break room leaning against door frame wind caught door and smashed finger. employee had laceration and fracture to right little finger. employee received sutures and was released for regular duty with an antibiotic and pain medication and no restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10339,the ee was turning around a pit bull carrying timbers when the timbers struck the rib. the timers shifted striking the ee. the ee experienced groin pain as a result.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10340,"the injured was installing a resin roof bolt in the roof. as he was pushing the bolt up with the head of the bolt machine the bolt bent and the drill wrench broke striking him in the face, causing a laceration to his nose and lip which required sutures to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10341,"employee was dumping a hopper full of material, wasn't paying attention to his footing when he pushed the lever, he didn't realize his foot was underneath the hopper and when he pushed it downward the hopper fell forward and smashed his foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10342,employee was using an impact wrench when the bolt caught glove. this caused glove and middle finger to wrap around the socket causing a fracture to right middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10343,employee was raking coal spalls out of #7 kiln hood when he felt pain in his shoulder. he did not beging missing time until 01/09/2008 when he had shoulder surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10344,"installing a steel liner in the chute of the simplicity screen, the liner had a few small areas of steel slag along the edge. the employee tried to position the liner into place but was unsuccessfull. he then tried to position it by stepping on the suspended liner but in doing this caused the liner to shift, pinching his right leg between the liner and chute. saw doctor 12/22/06.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10345,"ie went to doctor on 4/24/21 with what ie thought was an eye infection. upon examination a shard of metal was found embedded in eye. ie last used grinder on 4/22/21, but was not aware of the metal in their eye until the exam. injury was not the result of a compliance or training issue. ie was wearing safety glasses while using the grinder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10346,"pulling belt slack with an air tugger, the tugger slipped and struck him on the left side of the face and head causing laceration and contusion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10347,"while taking grizzly bar out, of #12 silo, injured got dust in left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10348,"grinding on metal plate at the east reclaim hopper wall, got metal in left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10349,"ee was making a splice on a belt when belt loop slipped and turned belt loose, pulling his hand over belt roller.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10350,"employees hand was caught between tools and the drill rod, while setting camera in drill string. resulting in a laceration to the left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10351,"employee was changing the laminating rings on the east crane west bridge drive when removing the guard the guard bumped the motor causing the end of the expanded metal to cut through glove into employees left palm, causing a 1 inch cut which needed 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10352,"two employees were replacing a shaft-mounted gear reducer, when the motor for the reducer unexpectantly fell striking both employees. both employees required stitches to close wounds.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10353,"working on headroller wiper, while pulling on the wiper, ee felt a sharp pain and heard a pop in his wrist. had wrist x rayed and returned to work missed 6-16-00 waiting to see 2nd dr for eval uation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10354,employee was removing miner bits with two hammers. ee taped up the heads of the hammers when striking together. when ee did hit them part of the claw split off and entered into the left arm. ee was seen at a hospital and they could not get it out. ee had surgery and started missing on 5/20/2019,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10355,"employee was taking a 4"" valve out of a pipe when the pipe came loose and caught his hand between the 4"" pipe and an adjacent sump.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10356,injured ee was assisting another ee to push a flange to a back up ring on 22' pipe by using a tapping method with a 10 lb sledge hammer. the non-injured ee had his back to the flange and would not see the placement of injured ee's hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10357,"employee was operating a continuous miner on unit 1. he was standing just outby the continuous miner tail and a piece of roof rock fell from between the roof bolts, striking his back. the inci dent caused a contusion to the back and a fracture to a rib. the employee will be instructed to always check the roof and rib in his work area and to scale down loose material.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10358,"employee reported left upper arm strain lifting chock block off of water truck, declined medical treatment. asked for a medical consult one month later. seen by specialist 7-1-13 and prescribed 6 weeks of physical therapy for biceps tenosynovitis. released to work with no restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10359,ee's safety glasses slipped down on his face due to persiration while setting miner bits. a piece of steel struck him in eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10360,the employee was hand bagging on 9-b-3 when a bag came off the belt and broke. lime went into his eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10361,employee was handling panel and injured finger while loading it onto a low track.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10362,employee stepped on rake and got hit on face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10363,"employee was operating doghouse between shift, while shear was going to tailgate roof bolt was hung in the drum. the bolt came out of the drum on the chain and struck ee in the face causing lacerations on top lip and chin and knocking out tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10364,"ee was tightening tension on conveyor belt using a ratchet wrench and his back went into a spasm, ee experienced extreme pain precluding any further work. ee has been receiving treatment from a specialist for this condition for several months, original onset was not related to any specific work related incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10365,employee said he strained himself while shoveling belt with #4 coal shovel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10366,ee was performing the maintenance at glen gardner quarry. ee was shoveling under the sand screw. shovel slipped and hand made contact with the sharp metal and resulted in a minor cut between the 2nd and 3rd finger of right hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10367,employee reported he was using a cheater bar to remove an oil plug from d8 dozer when plug broke loose and his right wrist struck the frame of the dozer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10368,ee was unjamming screen. rock fell and hit rightknee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10369,employee was attempting to move one end of a tank panel by himself. the vertical bolts got stuck on the sheet beneath the one he was attempting to move. as he jerked on the sheet he felt a pull in his back. he reported to me a few minutes later that he could feel his back hurting. i then took him to the clinic and the doctor revealed a pulled muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10370,truck driver dumping fly ash got dizzy fell into a pile of fly ash. employee received burns to employee's eyes which employee had to get antibiotics for employee's eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10371,employee was standing in and working concrete on an 85x85' pad. the pour amount became excessive and concrete entered the top of his knee-high rubber boots. employee washed the exposed area but apparently not well enough to prevent chemical burns from the concrete onto both his lower legs from occurring hours later.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10372,mechanical failure in crane - problem was with gear in bucket mechanism: bucket fell. no employees injured.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Accident type, without injuries" -10373,ee had synfuel splash in his eyes that got beyond his safety glasses while unhooking a hose with pressure on it from a tanker truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10374,employee was loading duster with a bulk bag of rock dust. as he was cutting the bag open his feet slipped causing his hand to slide down the utility knife he was using cutting his middle and ring finger on his right hand. this resulted in 5 stitches to each finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10375,"the employee was working as a belt drive person performing routine clean-up around the #6 drive area. the employee moved a metal plate (24"" x 36"") from the drive area and was in the process of positioning the plate against the coal rib when his little finger on his right hand was caught-between the metal plate and the rib.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10376,"ee was using a bar to turn a ratchet wrench, pulling toward himself. the bar slipped and hit the ee on the right side of his head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10377,"the employee states that while removing a face conveyor motor, a motor covering unexpectantly slid forward when he moved the shield relay bar. the employee's lower right leg was caught between the motor covering and the relay bar connection point of the headgate assembly.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10378,"putting derrick pin in hole to make sure it fit. when i removed pin, felt a pain in my left hip. it did not seem that bad, so i worked the rest of the day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10379,ee was operating roof bolter while ee was drilling a test hole he put on a second piece of steel. when ee finished the hole the roof bit got hung in the top causing the connector between the 2 pieces of steel to break and let the second piece of steel strike the ee on the left hand and index finger causing a bruise to the hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10380,"ee was lifting a coupling on a rock dust push out car to hook it up to a getman tractor. his right ring finger got mashed between the two couplers, mashing the end of his finger off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10381,"removing the boom from a roof bolting machine, the boom came off the machine unexpectedly and pulled the employee's left arm & shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10382,employee was helping tear down a crusher cone for repair when he cut his right hand on a socket sealing ring. employee's injury required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10383,he was chiseling on a leaning slab of stone and was standing in front of it (instead of the side of it) when it slid down and pinned his right foot under the stone and between the ground. he b roke his foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10384,ee bent down to pick up a tool that had fallen off of the work bench and pulled something in his back. he went to the doctor on 2/22/01 and was prescribed therapy.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10385,"ee was attempting to push a rock off the lw face conveyor spill board. as he pushed upward, the weight of the rock caught his finger against the underside of #56 shield.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10386,"employee lifting dust collector bags, felt pain in shoulder. physician placed on restricted duty - no overhead lifting left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10387,"employee was moving split set bolts when they slid causing the band to tear the nail off his finger, beneath the glove on his hand, and lacerating the nail bed which required sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10388,"while adjusting shims on crusher pry bar slipped off and struck employee in the cheek causing a cut. laceration to right cheek, needed eight sutures to close wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10389,a piece of draw rock fell on ee's neck & shoulder causing him a stiff neck & soreness. ee started missing time on 9/18/03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10390,as the employee was carrying a piece of metal around the miner he turned & hit his hand on the cutter head of the miner causing a fracture to his fifth finger on his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10391,"injured was removing a large rock from the raw coal screen grizzly. he lifted the rock and turned to drop it into the 25 gallon rock drum 3when he felt a sharp, stinging pain in right shoulder , neck and arm area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10392,"ee was retieving the section drill steels out of a drilled hole. as he seperated the upper steel from the lower steel, the upper steel dropped and smashed his hand between the 2 sections thus cutting his hand which required 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10393,rib rolled off and pushed bolter man against bolting machine and caused him to chip his tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10394,employee was recovering hoses off of the longwall mono-rail & loading them into a lo-trac bucket. he felt his shoulder pop.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10395,while unloading supplies near c-mains switch ee developed pain in his left lower groin. he was diagnoised with a abdominal muscle strain. he started off on 3-2-01 and return to work on 3-12-01 .,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10396,stemming holes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10397,changing iron in a crushing unit. picking heavy iron with cables and cable rolled and caught finger. cable pulled fingernail and end of finger off in the glove. unable to save end of middle finger on the left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10398,employee was holding a metal inspection cap in his hand. the cap slipped out of his hand and struck the employee's steel toed boot top. the employee's small toe on his right foot was struck and the small toe was broken.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10399,"after employee finished cutting pipe he noticed small clump of grass on fire. as employee raked dirt onto fire with foot felt sharp pain in right knee. according to doctor, employee sprained knee and was issued a brace.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10400,the injured employee was holding the head of a bolt with an end wrench while another employee was getting an impact wrench in position to remove a nut. the air hose caught on work platform causing the air hose to break away. the male end of the coupling hose struck the employee in the mouth breaking 2 teeth and cutting his lip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10401,"he was pulling a smart roller up onto a d-6 conveyor with a rope and felt sharp, shooting pains in his left forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10402,operator was attempted to drill starter hole. when he engaged rotation his glove got caught between pot and drill steel. this resulted in torn ligaments in his right thumb. ee worked up to vac ation 12/21/01 and did not return to work after vac 1/2/02 due to injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -10403,the employee was pulling on flop gate handle to close it to divert coal into screen chute. he had his hand upon the up on the side edge of chute and the gate caught and pinched his finger causing a laceration which required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10404,"lifting 10' x 2' section of air slide with three other employees, he felt something pull in his back (we were notified on 9/23/02).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10405,ie was performing welding repairs to a shovel car body on wednesday and went on days off. employee began to feel discomfort on thursday evening then woke friday morning to a red irritated eye. employee was accompanied to the optometrist where a small fob and rust ring were removed from the left cornea.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10406,employee was prying a bolt out of an a/c compressor on a d10n employee back went out causing him to fall to the ground.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10407,"employee stated he developed discomfort in right shoulder while operating scraper the week of april 18, 2005. employee did not complete an incident report, do not know exact date or time of incident. diagnosed may 25, 2005.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10408,"while removing an air cleaner from a dart loader he strained his right shoulder. this individual felt that he did not need medical attention at the time of his injury. on sept. 22, 2005 his shoulder was still bothering him and requested medical attention.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10409,employee advised he was carrying a belt rail post and tripped on the bottom roller. he dropped the rail to catch himself and the rail landed on top of his hand. his left hand was bruised and h e was required to be on restricted duty for two days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10410,using a slate bar to pry on loading machine foot shaft. the bar slipped causing him to smash his finger between bar and object on loader.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10411,contractor was grinding metal stands off of the wheel assembly of a conveyor they were constructing. the contractor momentarily lost control of the grinder and cut his left index finger. the contractor was not wearing his leather gloves at the time of the incident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10412,ee was attempting to pre trip a water truck service the truck required opening the hood ee belives about three weeks ago he felt a pain in his stomach while opening the hood.went to his own doctor on 10-24-02 reported to co. 10-25-02,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10413,fracture to right index finger: employee was handing a piece of metal to co-worker near magnet. finger was smashed between metal and magnet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10414,"employee was inserting a five foot roof bolt with plate. the plate slid down the bolt striking his left hand and thumb, possible fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10415,employee was removing an item from his bag when he heard his a pop in his ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10416,"employee was operating a drill with jack leg attachment, jack leg failed to release, employee was attempting to release jack leg when employee slipped, employees (right) foot was between two (2) rocks, when employee fell and injured ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -10417,"employee was hit in face with bolter wrench. employee had just finished put in roof bolt. had wrench in hand left foot jack down. canopy hit wrench, struck employee in face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10418,employee was cutting a sharp pointed end off of a piece of 1/8 plate metal sopoint would not be a hazard. as he was cutting off the piece it bent and dropped and the point of the metal stuck t hrough and then fell off the top of his steel toed boots although it was behind the steel toe section. employee checked wound saw a bit of blood but returned to work. had a puncture wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10419,ee caught finger between tailgate and dump box on truck while removing loose material.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10420,employee was resetting a guard when the guard slipped and caught his finger between the guard and the frame. employee required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10421,"he said he was sandblasting steel from a ladder and he felt like he was going to fall. he said he reached out with his left hand to catch himselt and when he did, the blast nozzle in his right hand jerked, causing the sandblasting sand to jump from the intended area of impact and spray his left hand. he was wearing gloves at the time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10422,"this is a truck driver that is not our employee. he was guiding our truck to attach to his pup when the cover got stuck. he attempted to move the cover over the tongue, it moved smashing his third finger on his right hand. eight sutures to the finger. no lost time or restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10423,"employee was handling thin metal plates with very sharp edges without gloves on, laceration to index finger requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10424,while loading a metal chamber onto the rear bumper of truck it slipped off and fell on ee's left foot. dirt fell behind safety glasses and went into his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10425,ee was using an electric grinder on a wheel loader bucket. he was grinding rust away to install a new cutting edge. while grinding the grinder wheel caught a rise in the metal and the grinder kicked back into ee hand. his index finger was caught between the grinder wheel and the wheel guard causing a deep cut.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10426,"during kiln shutdown, ee was using pry bar to pry up on kiln probes at the mid-kiln area in order to align bolts when he strained his lower back. did not see dr. until 11-25-02, at which time he was taken off work. returned to work with no restrictions on 12-02-02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10427,"while moving a file cabinet into an office, bottom drawer flew open and lacerated employee's left forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10428,"while loading a piece of 60"" betl structure into a scoop, ee felt pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10429,prolonged exposure to hes which caused chemical burns.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10430,ee positioning a screen to be moved off top deck of screen. felt pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10431,"employee caught right hand middle, ring and pinky fingers in air actuated knife gate valve almost severing them requiring surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -10432,"employee reported: he and a co-worker were attempting to couple diesel rock car to the diesel getman, when lifting the getman coupling, experienced pain to his low back. for a prolonged time period, he has suffered from degenerative disc disease which has worsened over the years.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10433,"while building a crib, a co-worker slid another crib into place. the injured employees hand was caught between the two cribs resulting in a fracture to the tip of left middle finger. the employee missed two shifts then returned to full-duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10434,employee was attempting to load belt rollers onto the ride to take underground; when he cut the bands on the pallet of the rollers they rolled off the pallet and hit his left foot and ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -10435,7-8 crosscut and 6 rt ee was moving miner cable and water line in 7-8 crosscut and felt pain in lower back and continued working and 2 hours later in 6 rt he was transferring plates on bolter and reaching far over bolter and lifted plates and back gave out after feeling something pop and he went to the ground.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10436,"ee stated that he had moved the roof bolter he was operating and was walking back to install a bolt, when he struck his head against the canopy. he said that this twisted his neck and caused p ain in his neck and left arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10437,employee was loading bolts onto the fletcher bolting machine. ee was pushing a bolt carousel to move it to continue loading bolts. a bolt slipped out of the clip causing the inside employee's right forearm to contact the corner of the clip resulting in a laceration that required 4 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10438,employee was using a grease gun when the hose blew and grease got into ee's left thumb. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10439,injured was lifting 5 gallon buckets of oil from a flat car when he felt a pain in his chest.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10440,employee was knocking a broke bit out of ripper head when he struck his thumb with a sledge hammer. the hammer slipped out of his hand causing it to strike his thumb resulting in 5 stitches,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10441,"employee was pulling hose and slipped, straining his groin. employee was not diagnosed with hernia, until 02/08/2008.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10442,"as ee positioned himself to install roof bolt, belt or lamp cord caught on canopy valve lever causing the canopy to lower. ee received a laceration to the right index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10443,the employee's left middle finger was pinched causing a fracture. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10444,"ee was putting a hose on an auger when he turned the wrench to tighten the hose, it pulled his back causing a back strain, vertibra out of line",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10445,ee was adjusting a rock that was being supported by the forks of a machine felt a pinch in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10446,employees were putting a chain around a pipe and using an excavator to lift it to be repaired. berm gave out and part of clay berm fell on his left leg and twisted and broke right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10447,ee was installing his last bolt in the last row of the #4 heading when a thin piece of draw rock fell and struck him on the arm causing a laceration that required five sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10448,employee and three other was hanging miner cable in # 7 entry and as employee lift the cable he felt pain in the lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10449,"employee was adding section to pinner steel, when the bottom half of steel came loose from top section, hitting his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10450,ee was attempting to lift oak cribbing. he bent over instead of bending knees and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10451,ee inj his left knee lifting lids & rub rails of miner. he saw dr 10/6/00 rtw 10/9/00 knee contd to hurt saw dr again 10/13/00 dr took off work at this exam,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10452,employee was cutting the insulation off of well wire when it slipped and cut his left thigh. employee received 9 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10453,"while bending a roof bolt to push it in the hole, the employees hand slipped off of the bolt and he struck his rt. forearm on the bolt plate causing a laceration requiring 3 stitches. the employee was wearing gloves at the time of the accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10454,8-23-01 ee asked for day off to get hernia surgery-late soap it happened at work 3 to 4 weeks prior to accident date.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10455,"employee was attempting to place take-up bearing onto shaft then the bearing slipped and pinned miner's middle finger between concrete floor and bearing resulting in a fracture of the tip of the miner's middle finger. no surgery necessary, light duty accommodated. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10456,"employee was extracting singles from 4"" pipe using an 18-volt cordless drill and spear. while operating drill employee's hand got wrapped around extracting spear that was attached to drill causing the employee's hand to twist resulting in injured fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10457,employee strained lower back while throwing a bag of ice onto the drill deck. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -10458,"ee was helping install a cylinder yoke bushing in a d11r. the bushing did not want to move, so they hooked up a battering ram from the machanics boom to force it in. the ram hit the back of ee's hand and took skin off up his arm. ee is off work for fear of infection.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10459,"employee should have asked for assistance, instead he was attempting to load a 4 x 4 x 2 screen, elbow popped, continued to hurt and would not work properly.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10460,injured ee was holding conveyor belt in place under crusher on uneven ground with loose dirt. he was in a seated position and his weight shifted allowing him to slide a few inches straining hi s back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10461,"ee was pulling bolts, one of the bolt heads came loose and spun, cutting ee's thumb. seen at clinic and stitches were required to close the wound. ee released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10462,"drag line cable flexed out, hit his right hand & threw his right hand into a metal plate.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10463,employee was pulling weeds,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10464,was wrapping dozer truck with chain and mechanic's truck crane. the track got stuck and the employee released tension on the track that is when the track inadvertently slipped pinching employees pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10465,employee was lowering his clothes basket in the bathouse to dress for work. as he let the chain slide thru an s hook caught his right hand and cut his right 5th finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10466,employee was in the process of putting a cover on the side of a continuous miner. the cover slipped and caught his right thumb between the cover and a pry bar. he received a laceration to his right thumb requiring 9 sutures to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10467,"an employee was removing bucket bits from a loader, as he was removing the nut from the plow bolt the bolt pushed out of its recess causing the bolt to spin. the employee put his hand on the head of the plow bolt and tried to remove the nut, at that time the bolt spun again causing the sharp edge of the bolt head to cut through his leather glove lacerating his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10468,caught finger between bundle of bolts he was handling and bolts that were on machine. this caused contusion/laceration to left little finger. nail bed had to be stitched. he was treated at hos pital and released to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10469,"lifting starter from water truck, felt pain in r shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10470,employee went down in plant to fill 5 gallon buckets with slurry and take to the lab for testing. the tailgate would not open so he lifted buckets (70 lbs. approx) of slurry over the top of ta ilgate. he felt something pull in his lower back. he reported it on the same day and felt he would be okay. he requested to go to the doctor on 1/7/2004.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10471,employee was removing rotor on electric motor and cut right finger on sharp barb on fan blade.stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10472,"employee was pushing dirt with a d6 dozer and while going backwards he ran over a rock and hurt his shoulder. employee went to the dr., and was told he had a pulled muscle. the employee returned to work the following day. the employee continued to complain of pain in his shoulder and went back to the dr, and has been put off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -10473,craftsman was working to repair a leaking hydraulic hose on a steering priority valve on a haul truck when he received a laceration injury requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10474,employee was shutting door on drill and door handle came off and he hit his right hand/wrist against the door frame resulting in bruises.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10475,"employee was helping two others hang miner cable. area was muddy; while lifting and positioning it on the hangers, he developed pain in his lower back. he ceased work to let the pain subside but it increased. employee was taken to the hospital for treatment. x-ray was negative; diagnosed with low back muscle strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10476,employee was using his right hand to cut a strap. he was using a utility knife and after cutting the strap the knife struck the palm/thumb area of his left hand causing a laceration. he was taken to camc general and recieved 8 stitches. he was seen by a specialist on 04-03-09 and was given a full release to return to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10477,lifting pipe and strained muscle in left arm - upper arm area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10478,"employee was working at bagging machine, removing bag. dust on the bag got into his tyvek suit at the right knee causing the burn. employee was wearing jeans with holes at the knees and was unaware that the tyvek suit was torn on the right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10479,"injured was scaling up a new 3"" water line on belt. injured was pulling the pipe with a sling through 2 man doors. when injured turned corner, the extra tension on the pipe caused him to pull harder resulting in a strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10480,"employee found an issue with a power cable splice on sc65 screw, he was using a retractable safety knife to cut the outer electrical jacket off the splice when the knife came down cutting him below the left thumb. it took seven stitches to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10481,"employee was helping supply man put 20 ton motor that derailed back on track, slate bar being used with railroad jack slipped and hit 3rd. digit finger on right hand, sutures were required, employee returned to his regular duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10482,ee was scraping sticker off extinguisher & razor blade slipped & cut middle left finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10483,"employee was carrying two wood pallets, when he threw the pallets he was hit in the head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10484,employee was putting primary scrapper on 1d drive. ee was in a tight spot in between the back board and nose roller when ee strained the right side of low back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10485,"the continuous miner was hung up on a rock ledge. they cribbed up the ripper head so they could bow it down and raise the frame of the miner to get some wood under the cats of the miner, while the injured was pushing wood under the cats of the miner the cribs under the ripper heads crushed/rolled out and caught the ee's right thumb between the cat and the crib.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10486,employee was removing a bolt from the mine tunnel conveyor. left ring finger against metal. employee treated at local physician with 5 sutures and released to full duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10487,"on february 3rd, 2022, at approximately 7:20am an employee while working on a piece of equipment in the mobile shop had some sand particles get into ee's eye. ee used the eye wash station to try and clean it out. ee still had eye irritation and stated ee could still feel something in ee's eye. ee was taken to floresville urgent care for first aid treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10488,"while pulling bolter cable when operator was backing machine out of the face area, the employee felt pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10489,"injured employee was using b-bond/mine sealant to plaster a set of doors when he got the sealant in his left eye. the eye was immediately flushed and he was transported to the er. he was treated for a chemical injury to the left eye, prescribed medication for his eye and referred to optometry. he was released to return to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10490,while packing belt rollers with other men he pulled muscle in lower back. reported next day - hewoke up and he said his back hurt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10491,"putting metal in shoot at quarry, when it came loose it jarred his arm, causing a knot 8/8/05. went to doctor 8/15/05 returned to work 8/22/05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -10492,"as injured employee was grinding in windy conditions, a piece of slag went behind his welding shield and safety glasses, and becoming lodged in his right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10493,"the employee stated he was attempting to dislodge a rock that was fouled in the chain of a shuttle car, and while pushing the rock over the bumper of the car the rock cantilevered upwards striking his right index finger between the rock and mine roof. this resulted in an avulsion to the tip of the employees right index finger that required 11 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10494,removing tire from vehicle and air blast gun blew dirt in face. small piece of metal penetrated eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10495,the ee was helping lift a 12 ft timber for setting along the belt line. during the lifting process he felt a pop in his knee. employee did not seek medical attention for several day and cont'd to work. initial diagnosis is a miniscus tear and surgery is likely. report will be amended when/if restricted or lost days occurs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10496,employee was replacing the drill steel in the drill and the end of one drill steel rolled over the top of his foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10497,employee was letting a lifting jack down from under tailpiece and caught his finger under jack.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10498,"a rock flung from a conveyor and struck the plant supervisor in the back, no serious injuries were sustained. medical attention was sought, some bruising. on july 31st, 2013 the employee advised that on his way home from work the day before he experienced some pain. he sought medical opinions and has been instructed to rest at home for two weeks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10499,"employee was cleaning the hydrated lime system. they pulled the rubber hose connected to the inductor, and the fitting broke off. the employee fell backward and hurt their lower back. the incident occurred on february 8, 2023; the employee refused medical treatment. employee decided they wanted to see a physician on february 13, 2023, where modified duties were placed. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -10500,"changing gear box on 10' transfer belt, the gear box smashed his middle finger. he pulled back and hit his elbow on a piece of angle iron. at the time he thought it was not injured bad enough to report as work related innjugy. his elbow continued to hurt, he sought medical attention in april. reported to ee as a work related injury 5-2-02. completed co injury report but does not wa",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10501,"employee was using a mag drill to drill holes into a structural beam while on the same beam in a congested area in the ore building. after the employee drilled the 3 holes, the drill bit failed while drilling the fourth and final hole. resulted in the drill bit breaking, and right hand getting caught in-between the drill and scaffold leg after a sudden jolt from the mag drill.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10502,injured ee was helping put top belt roller frames onto belt structure. as co worker pushed the droller frame into position from the opposite side injured right index finger was caught betwe en the roller frame and the belt structure.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10503,the employee was building a steel lagging overcast. he attempted to raise one side of overcast with a pry-bar to remove crib blocking. the pry-bar slipped causing the steel lagging to drop onto the employee's thumb. the employee sustained an amputation of the tip of his thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10504,"ie stated that ee was trying to load a starter box for a belt drive into a scoop bucket. ie wrapped a strap around the starter box and pulled on it twice. when the starter box didn't move, ie attached a strap and used the scoop stinger to pull it into the bucket. ie reported incident on 2-4-19, taken to medical facility where is was taken off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10505,removing a pin on the barrel end of a tilt cylinder of a 992g loader and didn't have the linkage secured. when the pin came out the cylinder slid forward and the bar that was being used to push the pin out struck the right hand pinky finger. broken finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10506,employee was pulling a pump that was submerged underwater. he pulled his elbow and shoulder. he wore a brace but the injury got worse. he went to the doctor on 7/29/13. he reported the injury to the office on 7/30/2013,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10507,ee unloading a steel bar & the bar fell on his foot,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10508,"ee was working with another employee changing a screen. the screen got stuck, ee applied force to get it to move, when the screen moved, his finger was in the way & it got caught between the screen &: the frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10509,employee was unloading a deck bushing for a drill from a pickup truck to the mechanics drop when he dropped the part. when he bent over to pick up part he felt a pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10510,"employees were using a ram to hit a head nut to remove it from a main shaft. injured employee was on the right side of ram when they hit the head nut with the ram, it turned the head nut allowing the ram to swing past the head nut. the ram then swung back and hit the main shaft & then hit the surge bin wall, then hit the employee in the right arm. ee sustained fractured arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10511,"on conveyor #2 unplugging head box, using a 5' pry bar to wedge between rocks. pry bar popped out of rocks & smashed little finger between pry bar & steel plate skirt board. wound required sutures to close, reason for reporting.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10512,employee was lining up a lift cylinder to a d-block on a d-11 cat dozer. during lining up of the cylinder and the d-block. the employee's left hand was caught between the d-block and the gusset on the dozer blade resulting in fractures to the left middle and ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10513,employee was running the floor sweeper. he felt something in his eye. was evaluated by a physician and eye medication was prescribed and used. it was determined to be work related on 6-27-03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10514,a non employee committed suicide on land recently purchased from us silver/galena mine. this is an isolated area near the cemetery in osborne idaho.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10515,ee was work around the plant with the skid steer when his eyes. began hurting. by early evening his eyes were red and hurtings he then sought treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10516,"in the course of performing normal duties during a shift, an employee experienced pain in the left shoulder. employee thinks this may have occurred during a rotex screen change. employee visited a doctor two days later, receiving lifting restrictions. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10517,cutting hose and cut finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10518,ee was greasing 966 loader when he stepped down & twisted back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10519,mechanic was working on a magnet when the valve actuated pinching arm between the magnet and back plate.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10520,"employee had a piece of pinner steel in the top and as he was getting a burr off of the pusher steel, the steel fell out of the top and hit his middle finger on the right hand, causing a laceration that took 4 sutures to close. employee has returned to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10521,ee was getting into a company-owned pickup truck and his back popped. doctor feels it was just a muscle spasm. he is working restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10522,was bending over to pick up a 14' piece of steel when he felt a sharp pain inhis groin area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10523,"ee was drilling a hole for a roof bolt installation. drill steels stuck together. while trying to get them apart, the bottom one came loose and struck him in the face. (nose)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10524,miner was loosening a threaded union from a pipe with a wrench and as miner applied downward pressure the wrench slipped and miner's elbow struck a solid support in the work area resulting in contusion of the left elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10525,"3 south section, he was working on emico roof bolter, trying to remove to boom swing jack. the bolter mast was resting on loose material on the bottom, when he pulled the swing jack pin out, t he boom mast swung and pinned him between the bolter frame and bolter mast.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10526,ee put left hand next to clay bailey to check the draft and hand was slightly pulled in the clay bailey. this caused ee to pinch finger in-between pin on screw and clay bailey. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -10527,ee was shoveling material off an overloaded belt when he strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10528,"the ee was walking down the coal crusher stairway with a toolbox over his shoulder. the ee allegedly turned just right & stated that ""his back went out on him"", allegedly aggravating an ongoin g back problem.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10529,employee was working in the removal of gear box from the spare drive shaft of e01 chain. two hydraulic jacks with supplemental pieces were used. while the jacks were in pressure the gear box was heated to clear the interference between the couplings. as the coupling came loose one of the supplements slipped out and hit the employee on his right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10530,"while loading cable bolt plates on bolter, employee pinched left little finger between a bundle of plates and bolter resulting in fracture of left little finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10531,while shoveling under conveyor belt ee raised up& hit back on conveyor frame,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10532,miner was loosening mounting bolts on a fan tower of a 3.5 loader on the supply yard when the socket slipped and miner felt a sharp pain in his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10533,"miner was moving a sand tilt hopper using a forklift. once the hopper sand contents were discharged, the hopper did not return to its upright position. miner then parked and dismounted forklift and pushed hopper back in an upright position, straining ee's shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10534,"employee was stacking rock on pallets and injured his wrist (right arm). he reported the incident to me immediately and was sent to the doctor the next morning. upon examination, employee is prohibited from working for seven days. this report will be amended after follow-up examination.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10535,"mechanic was unloading bacon straps off a bolter for repair and he cut his finger on the strap resulting in stitches on his little finger. cause of this incident was an unsafe act. compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, protective equip. not a factor, miner proficiency a factor, mining equip./systems not a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10536,holding sledge hammer for another ee to tighten nut on omnicone crusher ee's sledge deflected off other sledge & hit inj ee in the eye. safety glass broke causing laceration to left eye,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10537,"employee was tearing down a scaffolding and an aluminum plank was moved which jammed employee's finger between the plank and a metal structure, resulting in a smashed left index finger. this required 6 sutures anda tetnus shot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10538,employee claims that while lifting a sample tray when experienced discomfort in her lower back. this employee had recently been released from short term disability with a lifting restriction due to an off the job medical condition.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10539,employee dropped drill rod on left foot fracturing great toe,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10540,operator had left hand on canopy jack while lowering canopy. his left pinky got smashed between cylinders.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -10541,"employee was shoveling-cleaning the ""tunnel"" at the crusher when they experienced pain in the groin area, employee suffered a hernia/rupture. employee was released to light duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10542,"ee was assisting another ee in carrying a piece of 20"" ventilation tubing to the #3 face. as he was doing this, he felt a pain in his left shoulder. ee continued to work until 4/2/10, when he sought medical attention for his injury. ee was told by doctor to stay off work until seen by an orthopedic surgeon for further eval. 1st day off work was 4/5/10.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10543,"this ee reported shoulder pain from operating pneumatic anfo loader hose. rotator cuff surgery was performed on february 25, 2003.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10544,a laborer was tending a bricklayer in an autoclave. the laborer reached into the bucket to retrieve a brick that had been saw cut. the brick cut through the ee's leather and latex gloves. the ee was transported to the hospital where ee received 8 stitches to the left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10545,"ee attempting to slide heat shields on pallet when he felt pain in lower back. no property damage, ee will be on modified duty for 13 days and will be able to contribute significantly in tasks performed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10546,"employee was repairing closing line cable on overhead bridge crane when fall protection harness lanyard became entangled in drive motor shaft while spotting the drum for repairs, pulling employee from their feet and against the coupling. the employee received broken ribs and bruising. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10547,holding steel bars while another employee welded. flash burn to eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -10548,complained of back hurting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10549,"employee was removing belt structure when he felt a strain in his shoulder, employee was released to full duty w/o restrictions but will receive physical therapy. ppe was not a factor/mining equipment was not a factor/mining systems was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was not a factor, miner proficiency may have been a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10550,ee stated that ee was throwing glue from the offside of the rb machine to the operator side. ee states ee felt a pop and pain in ee's right shoulder. ee is currently on restricted duty. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -10551,employee got finger pinched between sprag post and tail drive when attempting to move sprag post and it slipped. employee had sutures in right index finger. medical treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10552,the injured states that he was removing some guards on the plant conveyor. he sliced his finger on the metal guard. he had 10 stitches and a tetanus shot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10553,"while putting a steel palte in place for mill,wright to weld the plate got away from the employee's before attaching come-a-long and caught employee's thumb between two plates.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10554,"injured employee was pulling the 6"" water line together with a chain rachet. the chain rachet slipped and hit the employee over the right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10555,"lifting crib blocking material to support front end of rock truck, he sprained a muscle in left shoulder area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10556,removing drive shaft from r50 truck. dropped drive shaft while finger was between joints.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10557,employee was handling a piece of sheet metal 5 feet x 10 feet x 1/4 inch thick and strained their back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10558,"employee was holding a piece of angle that was being removed from the ceiling. the piece to be removed was in the process of being cut by a coworker. as the cut was being completed, the piece dropped down several inches and caught the individual in the arm causing a laceration. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10559,"ee put a cleaning bar inside the access dorr of 48k ebr while it was still running, the bar contacted the rotating mechanism and was thrown back at him causing a bruise on the inside of his ri ght knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10560,"employees used shotgun to breakup material buildup in 3rd stage preheater tower. ee held the stock in right hand which became sore and blistered the next day. ee requested medical treatment & was given prescription 9/28, making incident reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10561,employee was moving a guard at tail pulley and hurt muscle in lower back he took tylenol. on 01/09/2012 the employees back was still hurting so he reported the injury he was off work from 01/09/2012 until 01/17/2012 and is now back to work,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10562,"ee was attempting to replace a roller on a takeup carriage when it suddenly move, striking his left knee causing an ankle injury when it hit his left ankle. he was released on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10563,an employee at the plant was removing a drive belt from a motor for the feeder pan pulley and pinched right ring finger between the pulley and drive belt. causing fracture to right ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10564,employee was mixing mortar when whipper drill bit broke throwing him off balance into a nearby vertical i beam. when he collided with the i beam his middle finger got pinched between the handle of the whipper drill and the corner of the beam causing the injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -10565,"employee was leaving the headgate, cutting coal toward the tailgate, a piece of draw rock was thrown by the tailgate drum, striking the employee on the face (chin) **reportable only due to stitches--no time lost**",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10566,"the ee was stacking pebble lime, when he threw one of the 50 lb bag on the top row he felt pain in his neck and right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -10567,"employee was walking on inclined catwalk, when he felt something pop in his upper leg. physician diagnosed as torn hamstring. there was no slip or trip involved.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10568,injured left shoulder while throwing track switch. man lost time until 9-25 when he had surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10569,"drilling out a fitting that was in a drill press vise. drill bit grabbed, spinning vise around striking employee's right thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10570,employee got their glove caught between steel and wrench while bolting. this caused their hand to be twisted.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -10571,the employee was lifting a 50 lb bag that was on the floor and put it onto the scale. when he bent over to pick it up he used his arms and not his legs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10572,ee was moving pieces of steel and cut his right wrist. he put a band aid on and kept working. later in the day he went to a doctor who put in 7 stitches. no lost time from work. healing fine.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10573,"the employee was pushing with right foot (up to 20 lbs. of force) on a metal truck inspection ramp connected to two cables with counterweights and heard a pop and felt pain in right knee. after months of therapy and an mri, it was determined the employee had a torn meniscus. the employee worked up to scheduled surgery on 09/23/2021. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10574,employee bent over to pick up truck tire and felt pop in left shoulder. muscle in upper arm became tight. black and blue appeared on upper arm march 1st.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10575,"member was removing a piece of belt with a mechanical splice from the vessel. feed chute during this process his hand slipped and his forearm raked against a splice cleat, causing a laceration to the top of his forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10576,employee was striking pipe wrench with a bar and the bar glanced off the wall of the plant striking ee on right hand causing a hairline fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10577,"the employee and operator were positioning a steel suction pipe for installation on the dredge. the pipe was about 3 feet off the ground and one end was hitting the excavator cab. the operator tried to help by reaching out the cab front window. ee's jack hooked the down lever, causing the pipe to strike the laborer's left leg",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10578,"ee was jacklegging and a piece of material fell into his eye. it was removed with no restriction, just an antibiotic prescription drop for his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10579,employee bent down to move a rock when they strained their back. injury occurred on 11/4/22 and employee sought medical attention on 11/7/22,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10580,"employee was placing a pulverizer wheel onto a shaft, the wheel slipped pinching employee's finger causing a laceration",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10581,"cleaning surface shop, moving metal bar, two middle fingers on right hand got smashed with the metal bar. smashed and broken fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10582,employee was holding a miner cable away from the miner & twisted his rt. knee. surgery on 7/6/04 due to this injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10583,"employee was helping to unload a roll of belt on the surface. when they got to the end of the roll, the steel pipe they were using to hold the belt came off and hit him in the left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10584,"ee was replacing roller on conveyor & roller slipped out of his hand & hit his right thumb, cutting it breaking the thumb. ee finished last houro work & went & saw dr.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10585,"victim had hand on boom when co-worker moved lever to operate boom to dislodge rock stuck in jaw, wedding ring cut into finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10586,he was trying to pull a board out of tool box when he hit his left arm on top of tool box inside top.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10587,employee was washing a beaker and did not know the lid had a break in it and the employee cut his right hand between the pinky and ring fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10588,"while working in stope, miner pinched his finger between slushier bucket & a piece of wood, causing laceration to left #5 finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10589,"strom employee ee was shoveling bauxite in north a tunnel. employee stated that he experienced pain to his lower back while shoveling. employee had previous back surgeries, this is an aggravation of such. back strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10590,employee was cutting plastic banding material with a razor knife when he accidentally cut his left arm. he was taken to the emergency room where he received four stitches and a tetnus shot. no restrictions were issued.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10591,"ee was climbing up to get in to loader, he hit his head & it required 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10592,as ee was putting some hyd. hoses into a scoop bucket a couple of 9' timbers that were lying in the bucket became dislodged and fell onto ee's right hand. x-rays at the er were negative for a fracture. ee continued to have swelling so returned to the doctor on 5/17/2016 where x-rays revealed a small fracture and the doctor recommended physical therapy,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10593,"ee was tasked with opening a lime chute slide gate. the gate was stuck and ee had to use a sledgehammer to work the slide back & forth to get it unstuck. while doing this ee's right wrist started to hurt. the pain continued for a few days when ee was treated @ the local occ. health for a wrist sprain. dr. rx modified duty, splint, and rx meds.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10594,"injured contract employee (stanhurst-contractor id a3234) was bolting in the tailgate. after approximately an hour of bolting, the chuck collar beneath the wrench on the bolter separated and one bolt struck the i.e in the right side of the mouth. this resulted in a bruise and laceration to the lip, a cracked tooth and 1 chipped tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10595,employee was trimming a piece of plastic and cut his thumb with a razor knife and received 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10596,"ee was opening up a valve when he felt a pain in his right groin area. on 07/24/12, ee diagnosed with a inguinal hernia. ee scheduled to have surgery, first day missed was 07/24/2012.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10597,employee was picking up a bucket of bits for the shearer and threw them over the panline and felt a pain in the right shoulder. the employee is now receiving physical therapy for this injury. the employee continues to work. this is a ndl accident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -10598,ee was knocking bit holder off after cutting it with a torch and a piece broke off and went into left leg above knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10599,swinging a hammer to remove a pulley and smashed his left pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10600,employee was putting a split header on a roof bolt while standing on a ladder. another employee handed a header and as employee raised the header ee felt something pop in left shoulder. ee began missing work on 8/16/2017.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10601,"mechanic was installing hydraulic cylinder onto excavator. he removed pin to re-align. the other end of cylinder was suspended by rigging; the other end of cylinder slipped out of the pin socket, swung away suspended then swung back and struck mechanic on the jaw causing fracture to jaw. the mechanic stepped down from ladder and asked for assistance.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10602,"an employee was changing out the center roller on a conveyor. as the employee was inserting the roller the belt dropped down onto the roller, pushing and seating the roller shaft into the frame bracket. the employee had his gloved hand near the roller shaft and the very tip of the employees left ring finger was pinched creating an avulsion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10603,ee was lifting rolls of dripper tube into the back of a pick-up. he noticed some pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10604,"while employee was using a hammer & a bar to remove the pins off the bucket of an excavator, he felt pain on his right elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10605,felt a pop in lower back while moving parts out of truck bed. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10606,"while removing a pin to drop the belly pan on the d-10 dozer, the miner was using a bar to leverage the pan and remove the pin. when the pin came out, the pan dropped, causing the bar to jerk downwards and smashing the miner's finger against the track. the miner sustained a cut on the middle finger of his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10607,"employee was helping pour concrete, small amount got inside his rubber boots. caused small burn to his foot/ankle and heel. first aid was rendered on site at the time and sought medical attention on 7-22-08. reliance medical group diagnosed him with 2nd degree burn to the right dorsal.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10608,ee had a hole saw slip off a junction box and cut ee's left forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10609,employee dropped a lit torch causing burns to his lower leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -10610,"individual opperating d9t, track slid into a depression, operator was shaken in his seat causing a neck strain",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -10611,employee was breaking track with a rachet wrench when the wrench slipped and pinched his left middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10612,ee was assisting moving a heavy roller using a hoist and trolley. the hoist trolley is moved using a chain pull. in the process of pulling on the chain pull ee pulled muscles in his abdomen ar ea. on 8/5/03 ee still had pain & went to see a doctor who examined his abdomen & diagnosed a hernia. ee underwent surgery to repair the hernia on 8/14/03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10613,injured employee was putting the track tension cylinder back on the machine along with the track hoe operation. a chain was used to lower the cylinder in place. the chain was connected to the track hoe bucket. the injured ee had his left hand lying on the cylinder. his hand was caught between the bucket and cylinder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10614,member was making a belt move on #2 section at #2 belt head. he was unloading a top roller out of the scoop bucket when the roller caught the cuff of his right glove jerking the roller back in to the bucket. his left middle finger was caughtbetween the 2 pieces of structure. he had a fractured left middle finger & also received 3 stitches in the same finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10615,ee was assisting the repairman make cable splice and cut his left thumb. he was taken to williamson memorial hospital for treatment. stitches were used to close wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10616,the employee was lowering his canopy when it hung on a pin board hitting his forehead. the employee received 6 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10617,smashed left index finger with hammer,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10618,"employee was shoveling near the tail section of d7a conveyor, the shovel made contact with a steel shim under the structural channel of the conveyor, the sudden/abrupt stop caused the shovel to twist to the left. this twisting motion combined with the force applied caused the employees knee to ""give out"" or buckle in a sideways motion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10619,"employee was assigned to clean up an area of spillage in the processing plant. while shoveling, the employee felt a pull in her groin area. thislost time injury consists of a strained groin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10620,"ee was rotating a gearbox with a hoist. when the gearbox was lifted it started to spin. ee reacted by putting left hand out to stop the spinning and ee caught hand between the gearbox and wall. minor bruising. the next morning ee complained of pain in l knee. ee had x rays. everything is fine, but placed on light duty for a few weeks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10621,"while using battering ram to remove sag mill liner bolts from the mill liners, on the swing back the mechanic on the non-impact end had his hand impacted between the battering ram and a suppot i-beam for the battering ram. smashing his right hand giving him contusions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10622,"employee was working on a cytec issue at 5 diluter. while swinging a hammer (8 lb with a long handle), his right pinky finger got caught between the hammer handle and piping/equipment resulting in a fractured right pinky finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10623,ee was getting structure out of structure car a piece of structure fell into his light cord and jerked his head,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10624,removing bolt using impact gun. finger crushed between truck and gun.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10625,employee was using a pipe wrench to loosen the curtain bolts on the stedman crusher. as they were pulling on the wrench they felt a pull or strain in right inner thigh/groin area. employee immediately stopped performing the task. employee refused medical treatment at the time; however went to the er later that night where they were diagnosed with a strain and given 1 day off.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10626,employee helping carry oxygen/acetylene tank rack and when setting it down pinched finger between rack and rock.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10627,"employee was operating a roof bolter, installing the first bolt in the inside row when without warning the rib behind him rolled off striking his lower back. he suffered muscle strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -10628,"while employee was on his afternoon break, he was slicing up a watermelon to eat. when he sliced into the watermelon he accidentally lacerated the tip of his left pinky finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10629,"mechanic was pounding on a bent exhaust clamp, the u bolt flipped up and hit him in the mout.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10630,"moving drill over hole to redrill, stopped and stood on deck to check alignment. collar was stuck at top of pipe. collar came down and cut thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10631,"employee was grout cable bolt hole, when grout line plugged projecting grout out of the hole in to employee face. employee wearing personal protective equipment at the time of the accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10632,"during the course of removing a net from the preheat tower, the employee strained ee's back and then went to the doctor",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10633,replacing bolt on cat loader. wrench slipped and hit in mouth,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10634,"employee was grinding down old welds inside the trommel when the grinder kicked back, left hand slid forward resulting in left middle finger wedging in between the grinding disc & the grinder guard. this cause a moderate abrasion near the 3rd knuckle. the employee cleaned & bandage it then returned to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10635,stripping cable inside disconnect box when knife slipped cutting little finger on left hand. stitches required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10636,wrench slipped on a bolt and finger got caught between wrench and metal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10637,"ee was handling a clevis for 2"" steel cable when the clevis dropped catching the tip of his ring finger on the right hand between the clevis and a rock resulting in a fracture to the tip of the finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10638,the employee was guiding a top idler frame into place with a sledge hammer and inadvertently struck his own left middle finger causing a laceration. medical treatment only.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10639,ee is unsure of exactly how ee got a foreign object in eye. it is believed while ee was drilling a bolt hole in a hopper that some material landed on glove and when ee went to adjust hat or glasses some material fell in ee eye. it continued to burn off and on until noon (4-20) when ee went in to clinic.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10640,stripping the jacket of 7200 cable for repair. the hand holding the razor knife slipped and the knife cut the ring finger of his left hand requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10641,left long finger was pinched between the pellet mill die and the compaction rollers which are located inside the die. the system was locked out and the employee was manually rotating the die while another employee adjusted the compaction rollers. sutures were required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -10642,ee was loading crete planks onto a scoop when the planks shifted and his middle finger was caught between planks. medical treatment injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10643,as employee was moving the rub rail on a 14cm15 continuous miner he felt a pulling sensation in the lower left abdominal area. employee was diagnosed at med express with a hernia on 5-17-11. employee returned to work on restricted duty from 5-18 to 5-24. the hernia was repaired on 7-27-11 which the safety department was not notified of his surgery until 8-3-11.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10644,"the injured ee was opening a bundle of resin glue cartridges which was located on top of the roof bolting machine. he was using a utlity knife. as he was cutting the outer plastic wrapper, the knife slipped and cut his left thumb. sutures were required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10645,"removing the drill bit from hammer to replace the blow tube using a hydraulic chain wrench, left hand was on wrench when pulling wrench with hydraulic cylinder thumb on left hand was crushed in cylinder to wrench pinning point.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10646,"on july 11, 2018, employee reported to supervisor that employee's back was sore from prior shift. ee stated that there was no particular occurrence or event that caused discomfort. ee could not identify a specific incident but stated has prior ongoing back issues and articulated a gradual progression of symptoms occurred as ee performed repetitive hosing work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10647,the part being worked on was not adequately blocked to prevent movement. the people who performed the hazard analysis did not believe the part would or could move. ee leg was broken above the ankle and will undergo surgery to repair. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10648,employee was thawing out a drill hammer and activated the hammer function on his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10649,"employee was checking the flow on silo a when he opened the cap on the clean-out port after having put air in the system. once the cap was off, the air blew synthetic gypsum onto him. employee sustained first degree chemical burns to his armpits, back, legs, stomach, & buttocks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10650,"ee was cutting the cloth off one of the leaves for #1 press when the knife he was using slipped, cutting him on the right forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10651,"employee was working on a rock spring for a rd 800 mack coal truck. he had spring laying between forks of a forklift in a raised position. he got under spring to tighten center bolt, spring fell on him, striking and fracturing ribs no 6 and 7.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10652,reached back to flip beam over on grating. heard popping in arm. surgery 5/27/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10653,injured was pulling a piece of belt. chain brokethat was tied to belt. one link came off chain striking him across bridge of nose.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10654,employee was removing a guard when ee received a laceration on right hand from a sharp edge.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10655,he was sweeping and cleaning up the bagging area and just twisted wrong.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10656,employee hit middle finger on right hand while trying to get pie pans apart and cut finger. this accident occurred on 11-18-10 but did not become restricted duty until 12/1/10.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10657,using table saw to cut celtex for packing stone. lacerated his middle finger on his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10658,"employee was dragging a wash hose, stepping backwards and stepped on a rock approximately 3"" in diameter. this caused pain to the right foot and ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10659,ee was using a jack hammer ont unnel floor and shoveling debris into bucket. he was then dumping the bucket of debris onto the tunnel belt. as he was dumping the bucket of debris he felt a pop between his shoulder blades. his neck and right arm then became painful to move.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10660,"dozer was supposed to be pushing into slot to push out to loader on top bench, ee slid off top bench onto a shelf that was bermed off, ee then pushed a large rock over the edge and stopped. ee moved forward and slid off shelf blade first and landed on blade, ee rolled to the right and off shelf then flipped 3 times and landed on top of cab on the ground. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -10661,"ee was attempting to clear a frozen clog from hopper gate with a pry bar. clog came free, forced the bar down pinning his hand between bar, belt and hopper gate.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10662,ee was driving a pin into his excavator track & hit his little finger on the right hand on the track. mashed his finger & lost his finger nail. required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10663,ee was changing gear package (highwall miner head) by striking it with a hammer and a piece of metal flew off and embedded itself in ee's left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10664,employee was inspecting truck. strained back raising hood.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10665,"while tramming the drill, the door slammed on the driller's finger causing a fracture. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10666,piece of rock fell and hit employee while he washanging curtain at #5 heading.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10667,the injured was using a floor jack to lower an electric motor and differential from battery powered personnel carrier. the motor slipped and caught his finger against the frame of the machine. this resulted in a laceration which required 2 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10668,employee was attempting to pry a piece of steel from a loader bucket. the steel suddenly came loose and the steel struck him on his lower right leg. the injury required 6 stitches and he is on regular duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10669,"employee was swinging ram to strike wrench to tighten the nut on a crusher. as the employee pushed the ram forward, the right hand slipped and was between the ram and the wrench as it made contact.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10670,drilling thru modified vavlue handle for kerk lock system handle was clamped in vise on drill press table. also holding handle with adjustable pliers hand came out of vise finger caught.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10671,"while freeing a large flat stone from the discharge box, rock caught ring finger on left hand and the chute.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10672,he strained his back loading powder monkey with 50 lb bags of anfo.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10673,ee was picking up a piece of belting and throwing the belting onto the pontoon boat. ee felt something pull in his lower back. ee received a strain to his lower back he returned to work on 9-1 0-01 without restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -10674,"while changing oil, something went in employees eye. it went unnoticed until later. employee was off thur. 8-6-09.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10675,"ee was digging a ditch with a hand-held shovel when his left knee ""popped"" while attempting to stand from his crouched position. the injury resulted in a torn meniscus in the left knee. treatm ents have been administered and medications have been prescribed to assist the healing process. the injury will most likely result in orthopedic surgery and extensive therapy.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10676,"3 south section miner bolter, he had hole drilled & was pushing augers up into hole & felt pain in right shoulder. he continued to work normal duties until final diagnosis reveal tear in muscl e. *lost days began 6/17/02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10677,employee was going to check the engine oil on the road sweeper. he had to pull himself upon the sweeper to get to the dip stick.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10678,"employee was carrying heavy coiled welding leads down stairs while cable slipped, he tried to catch with extended arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10679,a maintenance crew was working under the primarycrusher fixing a support beam which required attention. ee was standing on a horizontal beam 2' off the floor. as he stepped down off the beam he scrapped or lacerated his leg on the beam.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10680,injured was cutting e-4 conveyor belt with a knife when the knife slipped and cut his left ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10681,employee was using tin snips to cut a piece of sheetmetal to install some piping and wrist (right side) caught a square piece on the sheetmetal causing a cut. medical attention - one stitch wa s used to close cut.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10682,the employee bent over to pick up a large battery that is very heavy. the employee used improper lifting techniques resulting in a lower back strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10683,"injured employee tossed an empty gatorade bottle at general mine foreman to get his attention. bottle struck and bounced off of foreman's leg and landed at the feet of another employee. the employee picked up the bottle and tossed it back at first employee, striking him in the mouth. broke off front eye tooth at gumline. employee will need dental attention.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10684,employee was helping set a conveyor. when the leg of the conveyor was set down by the crane it was set on employee's foot. employee has sought medical attention. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10685,employee was hard facing blocks for crusher when slag flew into left eye under a gap in the safety glasses he was wearing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10686,unbolting chute while sliding it into place it slipped pinning hand between chute and hoper below. put bandage on hand & went back to work. ee called me sunday 3/25/12 to tell me he was going to have his hand x-rayed. i had no notification he was having problems till sunday.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10687,ee was carrying structure and hurt his back accident report was not recieved until 9-18-01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10688,"while working on repairs on no. 3 elevator in the drying plant, a piece of dirt/rust got in left eye. rust was removed by ophthalmologist and given prescription eye drops. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10689,"water line was drained to advance, employee turned water back on to fill scoop then shut off and then failed to drain line. went to remove 8"" coupler, pressure from water in line blew coupler off and hit left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10690,ee was in the process of cutting a piece of plastic shrink wrap from a pallet of supplies at the end of the #2 section track when the knife slipped cutting his left arm requiring sutures. deg 06 class 10.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10691,employee was exiting vehicle and pinched left middle finger tip between the door and door jam of the cable truck breaking finger tip bone and requiring stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10692,grt employee was closing a railcar hopper door at grt#1. he was using a pry bar to close the latch and the bar slipped off the latch and struck him in the left knee,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10693,employee was changing batteries in a 773 rock truck when he felt a sharp pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10694,"employee lifted 4' x 8' x 3/4"" plywood and felt a burning, pulling sensation in his right lower abdomen.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10695,lodged rock in jaw crusher injured attempted to dislodge rock with pry bar,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10696,employee was trying to stabilize the atrs beam mount to flip it over. when flipping it over the mesh latch assembly came down and cut from the first knuckle off on his index finger on left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10697,"employee was removing a dust collector bag, it became stuck, as ee tugged harder, had a pop in shoulder. self-care measures did not help, seen by dr on 1/11/2021, injection and restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10698,"while swinging a hammer, the employee slipped, moving the hammer off course and subsequently striking a coworker on the left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10699,ee caught between crane trolley and i-beam. ee released by medical personnel to restrcted duty. treatment ongoing at this time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10700,"employee was attempting to move a 12"" pipe and strained an abdominal muscle",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10701,ee bent over to pick up a 6 inch solid concrete block. when he stood up with block he felt pain in lower right back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10702,"while adjusting crusher-ee was using a wrench to loosen 2"" bolts. strained shoulder while pulling on wrench.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10703,ee was cutting blade liner out of d-11 dozer blade. liner sprung out hitting him knocking him to ground resulting in broken rib on left side of body #8 rib.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10704,"ee was carrying a piece of metal 3'x3' to a manbus, when he traveled under the stacker belt he felt pain in his back and left shoulder. strated missing work on nov 5, 2002",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10705,"while using a 4-lb. hammer to straighten out the angle iron on a 70-ft. portable conveyor, ee missed the angle and struck his left thumb. 5 stitches were required to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10706,"the injured ee was carrying a five gallon water bottle for the water cooler up a flight of stairs when ee strained a muscle in ee's lower back this incident was reported on 9-12-22, the ee did not seek medical treatment until 9-23-22. incident recordable on 9-23-22 ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10707,"employee was cleaning the cab tilted the back rest forward, it the process of positioning the back rest back to upright position. placed the hand to unlock the seat lever and smashed right thu mb with the back rest.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10708,employee was inside clinker cooler removing gratings; air flow caused dirt to drift upwards into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10709,employee was plastering a stopping. he threw some plaster into the upper corner of the stopping and some got into his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10710,strained himself while lifting rockdust.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10711,claimant states he was working on #2 clinker cooler. he stuck his head inside clinker breaker access door to check how many more lights were needed - cyclone fan was running - pulled dust fro m main drag that blew under safety glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10712,"ee was using a sledge to break loose a dozer tooth. the tooth spintered and the fragment went into the fleshy part of his calf,",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10713,miner was splitting stone when his hand slipped across sharp piece of stone cutting his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10714,employee claims that he began having back pains after he helped unload 50 50 lb bags of explosives from a truck to a magazine. he claims he helped unload the bags around 8 am and started havin g pains about 12 pm. he was seen at pro-med clinic and released to light duty. he states he did not have severe pain until he woke up the next morning.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10715,employee was stepping down from a ledge and his foot went into about 10 inches of mud. while trying to take a step he pulled his knee trying to dislodge his foot. this event was not reported for 3 days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10716,"was working at the surface plant on rollers and conveyers with a wrench and pulled right shoulder causing tingling in index, thumb and middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10717,"employee was changing the configuration of wash screen diverter gates (hinged at the bottom) by hand. while repositioning one gate, the tips of the employee's middle and ring fingers were caught between the top of the gate and the discharge chute, resulting in injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10718,"ee hooking up grease hose to loader, and coupler was not going on. cleaned coupler and tried again. used left arm to put pressure on hose and coupler, and felt ""something"" in left elbow. felt pain following. seen at medical, diagnosed with a sprain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10719,a piece of bearing collar broke off after being hit by a hammer and punctured iw lower lip.2,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10720,a pit millwright was using a come-a-long to lift a shovel track pad when the hook slipped off the pad striking him on the forehead above the right eye. the result was a laceration requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10721,making a cable splice in #1 buggy inb #7 entry when he cut his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10722,the employee was bolting when he experienced pain in the groin area and noticed what he referred to as swelling. he stated that he has had similar pain occasionally for several years both on and off the job but it was more significant than in the past. he was diagnosed with a bilateral hernia. he could not correlate the event to any specific activity.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10723,"while training number 6 belt, injury struck his left index finger on a gob switch.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10724,employee reported on 2/14/2005 he had pain in wrist after using gun to shoot ring in kiln. sent employee to dr. had said wrist was fine was sent to work w/o restrictions. 5/4/05 employee reported that wrist was hurting again. i sent him back to dr. who has referred him to hand specialist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10725,ee was positioning a metal cable chocker to freea dozer that was stuck. there was a sharp burr or wires sticking out from the cable which penetrated his overalls causing the laceration. he rec eived 3 sutures to close the wound and released to return to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10726,dropped rock on finger while palletizing,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10727,"ee was cutting a piece of metal on metal shear. ee was lining up piece to be cut when ee pushed down on pedal causing plunger to engage and drop down. when ee plunger dropped down left pinky finger was under plunger, smashing finger on tip and pulling off nail and breaking bone at tip. ee had fingertip skin sewn up and no lost time was involved.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10728,the employee alleges that he was working with the impact tool and he help the nuts with the finger and the nut got stuck in his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10729,"ee was installing a new lock ringf on a truck tire. he used a c clamp to hold the top of the ring as he was working with the bottom of the ring. when the ring went into place, the c clamp acc identally fell off and struck the ee's finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10730,he was helping another employee move a headgate drive cover when the other employee's hand slipped dropping the cover onto the injured employee's right middle and ring fingers causing fractures to both fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10731,two ee's were lifting motor with pipe through eyebolt on top of motor when ee felt sharp pain in lower rt. side of abdomen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10732,employee was overhead welding a cross brace in the wet screen when hot slag dripped into the gap of his long sleeve shirt where it buttons at the wrist and it gave him 2 small burns on his left elbow. the small burns developed into an infection which resulted in lost time because employee did not report the incident to his supervisor until 4/14/2009,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -10733,"while the employee was changing a trapping shoe on the shear with a hammer, he felt pain in his left shoulder. he has been seeking medical attention off and on since the injury. it was determined to be a rotator cuff tear on october 9th and he received surgery on october 29th.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -10734,employee was helping repair plant when left ring finger got pinched between pry bar and metal frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10735,employee was tightening a hose connection on a hydraulic hose when employee felt a sharp pain in neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10736,miner was putting br. on shaft. while holding shaft with left hand was hitting br. with hammer in his rt. hand. he missed the br. & hit his left hand pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10737,"operator was exchanging a motor 40lbs. and gear box 50lbs. when they lost grip, lost balance and the item fell and landed on their left hand. basic first aide was given, employee requested further evaluation. operator was transported to the hospital at 8:00p.m. left hand was bandaged. operator has a fracture and surgery was performed on 10/24/17.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10738,employee was dumping 50 lb bags of anfo in anfo pot on truck when he felt sharp pain in back of neck. he was treated by company physician and later referred to a specialist. he received injections and will do physical therapy.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10739,"pulling belt together to make splice and rope broke, letting clamp hit right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10740,ee was pressure washing a crusher and got material in his eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10741,i was using channel locks to tighten tie wraps because it was raining & i could not pull the tie wraps with my hand. the channel locks slipped & forced my thumb into the concrete.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10742,employee was picking up a copper cathode out of the cell line when he felt a burning pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10743,employee was removing shaker screen which was hooked to a crane. the screen shifted and pinch-ed employee's finger between screen and rail.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10744,while fabricating steel column. plate that was tack welded on wrong location was being removed with a 2 pound hammer. the hammer slipped out of one man's hand and went about 10 feet and struck another man on the forehead.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10745,employee was putting a sectional drill steel in a drill hole and missed the chuck. when he put boom pressure on the boom it bent the steel and it hit him in the left hand bruising his thumb and wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10746,"the employee was bolting the #7 break when his drill steel became lodged in a hole, then came loose unexpectedly, striking the ring finger of his left hand. the incident resulted in a lacertaion that required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10747,"ee was changing the right front brake chamber on a water truck. the brake chamber bracket fell and caught his finger between it and the frame, cutting his finger. he was taken to a local emergency room, where he received stitches for the laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10748,"two employees were recovering 1 break of continental 48"" rigid structure from a previous section set-up. as they lifted a top roller from the belt rail frames, one employee complained of pain in the left side of his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10749,"utility person went to get the rope ready to drop the cable down from the cable tree. employee was taking the last wrap of rope off the hooks and the rope slipped roughly one foot through the break. ee had left hand under the break grasping the rope, when it slid, ee's hand was pulled up into the break pinching the left thumb. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10750,"ee was in process of pulling up t-bar on roof bolter, left hand was caught between the mine roof & the canopy, snapped wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10751,"while trying to break a flat rock under the jaw with a hammer, ee's finger hit the tension arm of the crusher.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10752,"lifting belt structure, felt pain in groin area, hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10753,employee was moving a rock and set it down hard between another rock. resulted in stitches along with breaking middle left end joint of finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10754,the employee was pulling on a wrench to loosen a bolt and felt a pop in his right shoulder. he received a light duty release making this incident reportable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10755,while drilling a hole to install roof bolt a piece of draw rock fell striking his left shoulder causing a contusion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10756,employee picked up a worn belt conveyor roller off of the quarry floor and the sharp edge cut through his glove cutting his thumb which resulted in stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10757,"ee was securing metal flashing using self drilling screws. ee was putting a screw, felt something went in eye. ee reported incident his eye was flushed out. claimed to feel ok went home. next day, claimed still felt something in eye and was taken to clinic. at clinic, eye was flushed out and prescribed antibiotics. was rechecked on monday 03, and medically released",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10758,"while climbing stairs, ee felt pain in his knee. the pain continued and his knee became swollen and red. he sought medical treatment and was diagnosed as having a staph infection that required iv antibiotic every 8 hours. he was released to return to work on restricted duty until antibiotic series is complete.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10759,struck the thumb tip while doing clean up.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10760,"lifting parts to clean them while working on a 988g loader, strained low back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10761,lifting 50# bags.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10762,ee was cleaning k3 riser on the north side of 2nd mezzanine. ee was using a jackhammer when the bite got stuck in a chunk of cement build up. ee used a spud bar to loosen the bit when the spud bar slipped off the jackhammer and hitting the employee on the lower leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10763,"ee states while tramming the continuous miner, it hit a roll in the road causing the conveyor to swing, striking the ee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10764,"employee was welding at the primary crusher. while breaking flux off the weld, he felt some of the flux get in his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10765,ee was changing the cutting edge on loader. removing bolts- bolt spun it had a sharp edge and cut finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10766,operator claims he strained his back putting his dinner bucket on the roof bolter.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10767,"employee was lifting hood off of d11 cat dozer, hood shifted and pinched left index finger between the hood and the holding bracket for the hood. broke index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10768,employee was cleaning on one side of a thickener rake whenhe stepped through the rake to clean on the other side he slipped falling on his left side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10769,"miner was working in diesel shop along with another miner, 2.5# hand sledge hammer slipped from ee grasp and impacted miner between eyes, handle first. miner thought injury was superficial, but sought medical attention on 10/15/10 due to dizziness, blurred vision in left eye,ringing in left ear, and headaches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10770,employee was working on conveyer belt; he pushed up on the belt and the belt sucked his hands up over the beam. the belt slid across the top of his arms and he was stuck there. another ee lifted the belt up and he crawled out.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10771,"the employee was using his measuring tape while in a jeep waiting for the driver to return. when the driver returned and started to leave, the end of the tape measure was caught on a roof bolt and the employee tried to free the tape measure. in doing so, the tape measure cut the employee's right finger and hand. the employee received ten stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10772,employee was lifting crib block over his head and felt a sharp pain in his right shoulder. he continued to work up until 3/3/2015 when he had his pre-op and then surgery on 3/5/2015.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10773,"ee states he was placing 16""x12"" spool on loader& pinched finger. (sutures, restricted duty)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10774,employee was setting up the can setter. it shifted and pinched employee's finger causing injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10775,"lifting stump end of a tree. the tree rolled, the root ball striking the excavator. the tree tore out the window frame striking the operator.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10776,ee was removing a knife from it's package and cut hand requiring 3 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10777,shoulder injured while lifting hand tools into service truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10778,"using hydraulic tension equipment to put tension on cable type roof bolts, he twisted his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10779,employee was rehanging some ventilation in 5 haulage. his partner lifted the vent bag and some dust fell off the bag and went into his eye. the employee was wearing prescription safety glasses while working on the vent bag.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10780,"employee attempting to get drill unstuck, they placed a bundle of mickey bolts under the outrigger jack, partner deployed the jack, as pressure from jack was applied bundles metal bands failed resulting in a bolt to contact the employees left gloved hand resulting in lacerations to #2 & 3 fingers sutures were required, full work release given making this medical reportable ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10781,employee got something in his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10782,injured was using slate bar to flip rail to rib when the slate bar caught by the rail and kickedback causing a laceration to the right side of neck and throat.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10783,ee was walking back to chopper from water bucket. he walked in between chopper ii & chopped rock pile. bent down to pick up hydrolic lid on ground & the man on back of chopper turned & threw a piece of chopped rock towards pile. it hit ee in the side of hard hat & on cheek. stitches required in cheek.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10784,employee was climbing down off the dozer when he lost his footing. when he grabbed to catch his balance he hurt his arm/shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10785,"a piece of rock came loose while drilling hole striking him in the face, cutting him near his right eye. (required stitches).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10786,the employee was manually moving a box in a congested area at the warehouse. on 3-29-01 he reported experiencing pain in the right groin area. on 3-30-01 a physician diagnosed a hernia and sch eduled surgical repair.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10787,"on april 19th employee stepped down off a rock, his step was approx 1-2 feet down off the rock. he came to work on the 20th but was complaining how his leg was bothering him, he went to the doctors office on the 20th his doctor said he tore his femoris muscle and did not want him to work the rest of the day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10788,"employee was moving shields on the highwall face while coal was being mined. he had his right hand resting on the handrail for the spill plate by the shearer cable trough. as the shearer mined past him, the trailing cable caught his glove (on his hand) and twisted his wrist. there was no damage or impairment to the mining operation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10789,"the employee was working in the service bay, approximately 10 feet from where a mechanic was trying to remove a toothcap from the bucket of a loader. a piece of metal struck the employee in the left bicep. he was taken to rmch emergency room and the metal was removed and the wound was sutured.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10790,employeed strained his back while lifting scotch blocks off his truck. first day of restrictions was 4/3/14.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10791,"employee was holding hand wrench while another employee was attempting to remove nut from a bolt. the hand wrench slipped & spun around, hitting the injured employee in his right hand, resulting in a sprain of the right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10792,ee was beating a piece of coal out of a shute on#2 screening plant with a hammer when a piece ofcoal flew into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10793,employee was removing a speed reducer with a hammer and a piece of metal peeled off and imbedded in the employees left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10794,ee was cleaning shavings out of a metal tube that he was drilling with a drill press. he stuck a crescent wrench in the tube and the wrench got caught on the bit and pinched his left hand betw een the tube and the wrench.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10795,"ee raised the engine hood, hand was lacerated by metal part.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10796,employee was working in robo lab loosening a bolt when it slipped and cut right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10797,"employee was performing maintenance work on a 740 drill. he was leaning over the tracks of the drill, working on a hydraulic pump. two bolts on the air tank were pushing into his belly and eventually caused pain in the employee's groin area. the employee was performing the task for 4 hours off and on.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10798,"employee was unloading rr car - when employee tried to open coal car door, it was stuck and the movement caused a pain between right shoulder and neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10799,"while working on the scalper cleaning out rock, a rock flipped over onto ee's hand. the middle finger was caught between the wall of the scalper and the rock.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10800,hurt back while shoveling coal in the mine. accident is under investigation. there wasn't a report the day he claims he did it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10801,ee was stretching to lift cable high enough for bolter to go under and pulled muscles in his abdomen. took two days off and returned to work with no problems.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10802,victim was jacking belt tail out when jack slipped leaving bar slip and striking victim in mouth,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10803,employee was hoeing out a chute on the crusher and hurt his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10804,ee was injured on 7/27/06. he returned to work on 8/9/06 on regular duty. he stated that his shoulder started hurting again. on 8/25/06.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10805,employee was carrying 2 bags of rockdust when 1 bag slipped out of his hand landing on his left foot. began losing time 4/26/13.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10806,injured was struck by a falling timber.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10807,an employee was using a pneumatic hammer to remove liner bolts and accidentally activated the hammer and it struck employee's finger causing a fracture. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10808,miner was using a razor blade to open a pm kit when he cut his opposing hand between his index finger and thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10809,employee was setting bits on miner when he turned his head and felt a sharp pain that went down his left shoulder causing his left arm to go numb. he returned to his regular duties until 2/3/2012 when he had surgery on his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10810,ee states he was working on rock duster and pulled the lid off to work on breaker and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10811,"mining overcast in #8, inby 329 block, some roof rock fell on the miner head. miner operator was prying rocks off of miner with a slate bar and felt pain in his groin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10812,"had removed the dozer hood to take the radiator out, when the heat shield slid down the exhaust stack and cut right thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10813,employee had just finished drilling a hole in the face and as he pulled the steel out of the hole he stepped on a rock and lost his balance. this caused him to lose control of the machine which pivoted forward on the leg and caught his hand in a pinch point. this resulted in a fractured bone in the employee's hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10814,removing drain cap with a pipe wrench while applying pressure it broke loose causing ee to slam ee's right hand into the bolts that were sticking out. major swelling to ee's right hand ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10815,employee bent over to pull water wash hose and pulled a muscle in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10816,"employee was removing cable from benita clips when the cable fell. the weight of the cable caused shoulder pain. as of january 26 he was still experiencing pain and was taken off work pending additional medical evaluation. a rotator cuff tear was diagnosed on january 30, 2007. surgical repair is being scheduled.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10817,employee was working on packaging stand and picked up a pallet at waist height to set on the floor. he started to feel pain in the groin area and it slowly got worse as the shift went on.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10818,employee said he was preparing to wash lotrac and lifted the hood and then the hood fell on employee's left hand and cut his middle finger and ring finger. employee was wearing gloves when accident occurred. employee did receive stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10819,two employees were removing the head from a heater after it had been taken out of service. they had cleaned the top by blowing it off with air & were ready to remove bolts. they left for a sho rt time & upon returning began removing bolts. hot liquid began spraying out contacting both. investigation revealed they had begun work on an adjacent heater that was still in service.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -10820,employee was cutting a piece of belting for a belt scraper using a box knife on the work bench. when the piece he was cutting slipped and he cut his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10821,"employee was installing chain hangers in #1 entry on hg7. when ee raised ee's boom on the right side of the bolter, a 5ft steel became caught on the boom fan. when it dis-lodged it struck the employee on the right elbow causing a laceration requiring 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10822,"ee was stacking stone on a pallet and picked up a large stone and strained his back. i offered him medical attention, and he accepted and went to the doctor the next morning. he was given medication for pain and one week off duty until follow-up exam.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10823,"mechanic was removing a rear bumper and spare tire from a pickup truck on a hydraulic lift. employee utilized co-workers for help removing both parts. employee did not notice any discomfort at time of removal. after completing the task and taking next scheduled break, employee realized that ee had discomfort to lower back. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10824,"employee was attempting to dislodge a stuck conveyor on the highwall miner with a 5 foot pry bar when the bar slipped and struck him in the left jaw, leaving two lacerations. employee chose not to receive medical attention at time of accident and finished the shift. employee later decided to get medical attention, at witch time he did receive stitches to close the lacerations.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10825,"cutting hole in classifier flight to get bolt to fit, while cutting piece of slag rolled down pant leg and burnt hole through coveralls, burns to right ankle. report from doctor stated whirpool treatment required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -10826,while working at the central tank house the employee had his index finger caught between a cathode and a chain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10827,a fully trained miner assisting in splicing a belt when the rivet that was being hammered chard off and struck in ee's eye. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10828,miner was swinging a 20 lbs sledge tightening the locking nut on the cone liner during a liner change. while swinging the sledge they accidentally struck a near-by chute which redirected the sledge missing the nut and struck right foot. the injury resulted in positive x-rays for a broken right foot. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10829,employee was helping move a jack when the jack fell and struck employee on the right cheek. medical treatment injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10830,changing grates in hammermill and smashed left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10831,"ee was grinding frame segments with a 9"" grinderduring the grinding a metal shaving entered ee right eye. he was wearing safety glasses and a full face shield at the time of incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10832,employee was grinding overhead when a fragment slipped thru the top of his glasses and entered his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10833,employee was kneeling down using a 12 lb sledge hammer over his head to break up a clog in the system.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -10834,while employee was using a pipe wrench to loosen bolts he felt a slight pull in his lower back. employee was taken to clinic for lower back pain. employee was diagnosed with a lumbosacral strain. employee was placed on restricted work schedule (light duty). employee did not report for light duty for 3 days due to pain in lower lumbar.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10835,"checking and filling brake canisters on 980f, putting lids back on and hand slipped, his thumb caught metal therefore cutting top of thumb at the knuckle. ee has not returned to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10836,"ee smashed ee's fingers while bricking. while using the ram to put pressure on the bricks, the tube broke and smashed ee's fingers against the shell.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10837,"ee was bolting top & his drill steel got stopped up. he took another piece of steel and hit it to try and unstop it. the drill steel bounced back & hit him over the eye, causing a laceration that required 3 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10838,"while setting out chains to be installed on the 993 loader, employee was pulling on some of the links to spread them out. while doing this, elbow started to hurting. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10839,employee was jackhammering #6 mill feed elevator chute. he was bent over in chute breaking out material. he pulled jackhammer up to start another cut & felt something pull in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10840,ee was welding in the shop on a loaded bucket when a spark went down his back catching his shirt& sweat shirt on fire. he had to put it out & undress the result was burns on left side of chest & 3 left fingers. ee was not wearing weldin coator shirt,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -10841,ind was bolting when he inadvertently dropped the head of the bolter down on his leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10842,ee struck hand with hammer while hitting a drive shaft.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10843,"operator was unhooking a 1"" hose when operator felt a pain in arm. er visit determined a strained shoulder and issued rx and a follow up visit.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10844,"while using an air chipper to chip rust off of a beam, employee felt a foreign object enter his left eye. he was evaluated by a physician. the foreign object was removed using a cotton swab and the employee was given a prescription for antibiotic eye drops.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10845,"after shift, employee discovered metal particle in his right eye. he had been using an air impact wrench while wearing safety glasses with side shields. he did not feel particle enter the eye. he reported to work next day, 7th. an attempt was made to wash particle out without success and he was sent to an eye specialist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10846,"after employee was finished putting up pin, his partner told him that a rock was on the canopy. as employee lowered the conopy the rock slid off, striking him in the lower back and hip area. the rock was approximately 1' x 2' x 1/2"" in size.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10847,"employee was servicing 610 scoop at 13d battery charging station. removed lid to gain access to fluid levels, lid slipped pinching his left little finger between lid and frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10848,a fully trained miner was repairing a rolled rail when the jack rolled allowing the rail to fall on their foot. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10849,ee was changing hydraulic oil filter on a cat d11 dozer. while changing the filter he stuck a wire fiber in his left thumb. small puncture wound to left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10850,"during the installation of a heavy duty clutch in one of our on road delivery dump truck's, the clutch was picked up by hand, it slipped and the shifting weight caused the employee to strain his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10851,third shift crew was replacing a bad pump located in the creek on the surface. the crew foreman strained his back and later sought medical attention. he was given medications and taken off work. he missed 3 days work during the following week. he rtw on 9/19/11 and has missed no more work. the safety department learned of this accident on 9/19/11 and began investigating.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10852,"while repairing a guard on a conveyor, the socket slipped off the bolt and the ratchet struck employee's upper lip pushing tooth back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10853,lifting cable over his head,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10854,"ee reported: attempting to back a continuous miner from the face area. the machine suddenly moved to the right, his reaction was jerking his head backwards. continued to experience pain and discomfort to his neck. late august received medical treatment for the pain. dianoised as degenerative disc diease in his neck and also arthritis present along his spine. started missing",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10855,"ee was assisting co-worker in installation of a flexco belt splice. while driving fastener rivets, he struck his left ring finger with a hammer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10856,employee fell down steps trying to get feeder shut off to stop overloading conveyor belt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall down stairs -10857,ee was standing next to another ee who was tying down cable wire. the wire flew up and struck ee in the left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10858,the employee was placing stone onto a pallet when his thumb was smashed between two pieces of stone. he was taking to a clinic where he received sutures and prescriptions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10859,injured was struck by a plant cat while walking on the driveway in the concentrator. he receivedfirst aid at the local clinic & was released butproblem continued. began lost time 2/1/01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -10860,ee was hanging miner cable in #3 entry on #2 unit at x-cut 22. he strained some muscles in his neck. other ee was helping him hang the cable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10861,"injured employee started clearing his way into the brush with a machete. he chopped through a 1 to 2 inch oak limb applying more force than required. the machete went through the branch and struck his right leg causing a 2"" cut below his knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10862,employee was cleaning rock off the fire suppression sprays on the conveyor of the miner when he pushed on a rock and cut his ring finger on his right hand requiring 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10863,employee was loading at shovel. muck fell on bed of truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -10864,the wa500 blew a hose. ee removed what sheet metal he could and had to crawl inbetween the frame& transmission and stretch his left arm to reachthe bolts on the clamp for the hose. while loose ning the bolts he felt pain in his left shoulder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10865,ee was mixing block bond to plaster a stopping. he dropped the bag and block bond flew into his face & eyes. ee was not notified until 9-27-01 when his workers' comp. form was received.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10866,employee had worked an entire day operating a john deere 750c dozer along side another experienced dozer operator. at approximately 5:25pm the employee was last seen crossing over a dirt pile. a few minutes later that same employee saw the 750c dozer blade first in a ditch with the tracks still running and employee lying face up behind the machine.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10867,resultant left elbow strain as ee pushed on wrench used to free a shaft.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10868,employee went to see doctor on 7-20-00 and was placed on restricted duty. employee was moving screens and strained lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10869,"ee was adjusting a tail pulley with a breaker bar. ee was using a wrench to loosen the pulley when the breaker bar loosened suddenly, causing ee's body to jerk and fall to ground landing on right knee. injury resulted in an indicated meniscus and acl tear.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -10870,"employee stated that while hammering a cla on miner, a piece of metal flew over his safety glasses and cut his left eye lid.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10871,bill was stripping insulation off of motor leadswhen his knife slipped and cut his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10872,employee reported minor discomfort in back after installing skirtboards. stated he had prior visits to chiropractor for previous back issues. visit to the chiropractor on 2/6 resulted in back spasms which resulted in missed work days. unsure if incident resulted in the injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10873,employee was lowering airlock to the floor with a come a long. the weight of the airlock was alot and his hand came up and hit his glasses while holding the handle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10874,"employee was attempting to dislodge a lump of coal from between the rear set of dual tires from a contractor's coal truck. as he hit the coal with a hammer, one of the tires blew out and blew bits of coal at the employee. he was struck in the face, neck and shoulder area by the bits of coal. employee received minor contusions on the areas that were struck by the coal bits.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10875,"ee picked up a case of dynamite, walked to the face and when he bent over to set the box down he felt pain in his lower back. ee placed on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10876,man door fell on employee's hand while scooping at #3 head drive. hand was swollen and bruised.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10877,employee was not using proper lifting techniques or body alignment while shoveling spillage out from under s12 take up. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -10878,employee cut left index finger with pocket knife while cutting light strap requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10879,employee was pushing large stones into the hydra-splitter to be cut. employee felt pain in his right shoulder. dianosis: right shoulder strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10880,employee's shift began at 7:00 p.m. on 12/7/07. employee was operating #28 rtd cleaning the left side of the #14 shovel. the #14 shovel turned to load a truck on its right side. the counterweight flattened the cab of the dozer. employee was rescued from rubber-tired dozer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10881,ee cut left hand between little finger and ring finger with utility knife while cutting a piece of conduit to put on high voltage cable. this occurred at the tom's branch section in the power entry.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10882,while changing a tire on unit 184 the rad gun popped off the lug nuts striking employee in left shoulder causing a sprained left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10883,employee was standing next to a worker who was using a sledgehammer. the sledgehammer broke and a sliver of it punctured employee's left arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10884,"ee was drilling a hole for a roof bolt when the suction on the bolter became restricted. he put his hand over the drill pot to check suction. as he did this, the drill steel still in the roof fell and struck his left hand, causing a fracture to his index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10885,"while removing section of heavy media pipe (approx. 10"" dia. x 24"" length) ee went to push on side pipe as it was being removed it came out swung around striking him on the right wrist/forearm, breaking wrist. (closed fracture)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10886,driver thought was finished unloading sulfuric acid. driver disconnected hose before completing offload and was sprayed with acid.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10887,"mechanic was assigned to replace an expansion joint on the line #3 furnace windbox recoup duct in the pellet plant. upon removing the rubber-like joint material, a large chunk of dust buildup, hidden behind the joint, fell and struck the mechanic's rt. knee. this hyper-extended his rt. foot and ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10888,injured employee was lifting belt structure when he suddenly began to experience lower back pain. he was transported to the er. the er physician excused him from work and referred him for a mri due to the possibility of a herniated disc.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10889,ee was on the surface at the warehouse supply yard. he was retrieving an air lock door. 2 airlock doors were available & laying on top of each other. the ee picked up the top door and stepped thru the safety glass of the 2nd door that he was standing on. he sustained a laceration to his right ankle that required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10890,"employee was cutting a piece of 1/2"" thick ceramic tile when the tile became wedged between the tile saw blade and the base.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10891,while winching down the lifter got between rings on the mast ladder. winched back up and hand was between winch line and rig mast. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10892,employee smashed right ring finger in backhoe door jam.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10893,employee got cement dust in right eye while loading a railcar.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10894,working conditions were good. miner was is seated stable position performing operation. miner lost grip/control when cut-off wheel grinder kicked back below waist area and rebounded off hopper/structure striking miner along cheek resulting in laceration. miner does not recall what caused kickback. miner was wearing safety glasses during cutting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10895,pulled on hose-reel at lub-bay and strained abdomen,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10896,while working in a lift the fire extinguisher fell out of the clip and hit the floor causing it to go off. ee got some of the chemicals into his eyes and had to go to the doctor so they could flush his eyes out. he received a prescription for an eye injury causing it to be reportable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10897,"employee was pushing up the 1st steel into an 8 foot hole when he felt a pop in his shoulder, as he continued to pin he felt smaller pops in his shoulder. after dr evaluation it was determined to be a rotator cuff strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10898,"injured was handling materials for building an undercast and strained back, on 5/6/19 injured was seen by doctor and placed on restrictions for the thoracic lumbar strain. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10899,ee was rock bolting heading. gooseneck on drill broke loose and struck ee on cheek causing laceration that ended up needing stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10900,rolled ankle while walking.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10901,"ee was making cable splice on the right bolter. as ee was removing insulation his knife slipped, cutting his left thumb. he transported himself to the hospital where he received stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10902,employee was installing a bolt in the metal strap. employee moved to side of canopy to re-position bolt machine. the foreman pulled front tilt lever instead of tram lever. the canopy dropped striking employee on his head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10903,"ee reported that he hurt his left thumb & wasn't sure when the injury occurred. earlier, he was reaming out the stab-in to the north wash header using a manual reamer and a maul. he stated that he didn't feel any pain while performing the job. upon completion of the task, he felt pain in his left thumb. was sent to medical for evaluation. restricted work duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10904,"loading wet coal, coal splattered into right eye",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Fall down raise, shaft or manway" -10905,"the employee requested to go to the company clinic on 10/19/2007 and was placed on restricted duty. while exiting the vmc excavator, the employee stepped on the last step of ladder with r-toes only, causing an alleged sprain to r-great toe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10906,"employee was trying to align a pin wheel and his right thumb became pinched, causing laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10907,"mechanic caught his left finger between two flanges. (employee stated that instead of setting hose down, he just tossed it down, not thinking of where his hand was). he suffered an avulsion to the distal tip of the left ring finger requiring 7-8 sutures. employee returned to restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10908,"picked up too large of a rock, pain down back and right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10909,"setting king beam leg, anchor bolt broke. leg on beam kicked back & hit his leg causing bruising.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10910,ee & coworker were turning a veri-seive at the float cells. as they rotated the sieve ee's finger was pinched between seive & wall,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10911,"removing a belly pan off of a truck, there was a block in place to prevent pan from falling to ground. when pan was released, landed on injured's hand. went to the doctor, x-rays were negative for a break. doc told him to ice it and keep it elevated, and come back the 12th. oct 12th was released back to work with a 10lb lifting restriction for one week. missed one day of work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10912,ee states he was trying to pull a stuck crib block our from under a trailer and felt pain in his lower abdomen. he worked light duty until 1/05/05 at which time he had surgery,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10913,removing gears from screen when separating gear slipped and cut fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10914,the company received medical notification on 8/12/2009 that the employee alleged he was struck by an i-beam in the stomach. he missed four (4) days and has returned to work. please note that an injury/illness report was not filed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10915,"employee was pulling shields when the hydraulics went off, pulling the pan back and pinched employee's foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10916,"employee was welding shims into an expansion joint, after welding three into place he removed his welding gloves, turned, and bumped his right forearm on an exposed shim causing a 4 cm laceration on his right wrist. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10917,"emplyee reports while working on liner job, he brushed against liner causing a metal sliver to go into his right thigh.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10918,using a 3 foot pry bar to loosen a rock in a chute. the bar slipped off the rock causing his finger to strike a steel plate resulting in a bruised finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10919,"ee was working in the quarry generator room and while attempting to pry a nail out of some wood, the pry bar slipped off the nail head causing some minor back strain as he apparently re-aggravated a pre-existing back problem.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10920,the employee was freeing lodged rock at the #3 head box belt. he was using a pry bar and it slipped and he hit his knuckles on his right hand resulting in a contusion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10921,"after using a utility knife to cut hose, ee place knife in his pocket with the blade not completely secure thereby cutting his leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10922,pulling miner cable over out of roadway.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10923,while employee was moving 55 gallon drum of vinyl. employee pinched a finger between 2 drums.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10924,replacing a screen. lifted screen to remove a rock and screen slipped from coworker's grip causing screen to fall on employee's hand. lacerating left palm. required stitches and tetanus shot. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10925,rubber tire operator was pushing material off dump 1 in the west pit. the operators hand came off the joystick controller and struck the console resulting in a fracture to the right hand 5th metacarpal bone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -10926,employee was reaching overhead to tighten bolts on mobile equipment being repaired. did not become reportable until 12/17/02 when injured was disabled by doctor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10927,"employees were re-setting timbers in the intake. while attempting to set a 14' timber, they lost control and the timber fell over and struck the victim on the back and pushed him to the ground.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10928,"while spraying cement, his skin came in contact through his pants causing burns to both lower legs",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10929,"ee reported: working as a roof bolter operator. a drill steel became lodged in a drill hole, when attempting to remove the steel, jerked on the steel and experienced pain to his mid back and rib cage area (left side).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10930,"ee was bolting in 2 right on #1 unit. he had drilled his starter hole, he had put his top section on the finish steel into the hole in the roof. he then put the bottom section into the chuck. the steel was not seated properly and when applied upward pressure on the boom, the steel dislodged and struck him in the arm.54",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10931,under investigation,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10932,clearing h.p. crusher of bridge when rock fell on thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10933,"employee was working on stone crusher. he was lifting a steel beam, it slipped and fell on his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10934,the employee was installing a roof bolt and using his boom to push the bolt into the roof. the employee mashed the tip of his left ring finger between the side of the roof bolt wrench and the bolt being installed. the employee received stitches in the finger on 08/23/2013.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10935,ee states he was feeding wire into a tugger and pulling wire off a spool. he grabbed the wire off the spool the wrong way and felt pain in his shoulder. ee sought medical treatment and was placed on modified duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10936,"ee was using hand held grinding wheel, when 4"" grinding wheel broke aprart and struck left knee, causing laceration. a laceration resulted, requiring metal slivers and sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10937,employee was tightening a filter housing with a crescent wrench when it slipped. he broke and cut his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10938,ee was drilling a hole in a pole for a cross arm. the drill bit came through the pole when the tip of the bit caught a ground wire that was stapled to the pole. the bit stopped suddenly and th e drill handle spun around and hit the top of his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10939,injury was working in the 54 ramp when some rock blew into his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -10940,"ee was leaning into machine to clean it, another ee hit start button, pinching ee's thumb in the machine.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10941,"after the helper unlatched the overshot and began lowering it to employee, the overshot slipped out of the helper' s hand and landed on the employee's right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10942,"on 12/02/2020, miner noticed a bulge in right groin area. it was not causing pain or discomfort at the time. on 12/09/2020 during annual health exam, md confirmed right inguinal hernia. dr. stated it was not emergency and with covid restrictions could wait for repair. workers comp dr. exam was on 06/09/2021 and was referred for surgical repair, which was done on 09/30/2021.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10943,"ie was changing a hydraulic hose on a shuttle car. while pulling on the hose, ee's right index finger popped a couple times and ee continued to have a burning sensation in the right wrist. ie was removed from work on 8/5/2021 by medical until mri is complete.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10944,ee was removing track from the 15-w section. the track rail was raised with a track jack and crib blocks. ee was removing a rail tie with a pry bar when the jack kicked out and the rail moved towards the ee striking the right ankle and top of the foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10945,"employee was moving a beam into place when the beam slid, pinching the left index finger between the beam and the concrete.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10946,"employee reports pain/discomfort in lower left back resulting from shovelling fine stone material from under feeder of primary crusher. shovelling involves twisting, bending, and lifting.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10947,"employee reported while working on the seep pond pipeline, he bumped his right elbow on a pipe welder.he then experienced numbness and tingling from his elbow to his fingers. dr. diagnosed pos sible nerve damage and referred the employee to another dr.. tests revealed nerve damage. surgery is scheduled for 7-30-01. employee is expected to be off work approx. 6-8 weeks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10948,"while cribbing the tail pulley section of a conveyor, the pry bar slipped and struck the employee on his foot resulting in broken bones in his foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10949,hammer slipped of chisel and hit wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10950,employee picked up stone and felt back strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10951,ee was bagging 50lb bags on the open mouth bagger. he had not worked on this bagger for about 1 year. he worked at this bagger for about 1.5 hrs. he felt some tiredness in his lower back at 3: 00 pm on the 18th. tuesday he felt more pain and wed the 20th pain & loss of range of motion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10952,the ee was in the process of removing the extensions off the atrs system used. while lifting the extensions up the atrs moved suddenly and caught his little finger on his right hand. ee had st itches in finger and began to miss time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10953,"ee was changing a fitting on an emulsion hose and his hand slipped, cutting his right pinky finger. he was seen at the clinic where sutures were required to close the cut. the ee was released to restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10954,clamp slipped allowing metal to rotate striking finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10955,employee was pulling stone onto table when he felt a pull in his back; restricted duty assigned.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10956,"operator was cleaning spoils up around jaw. right hand door on backhoe hit a protruding iron beam on upper platform on jaw, breaking the door glass and damaging the door frame, there were no injuries. he will receive a review of task training.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Accident type, without injuries" -10957,employee burnt the palm of ee's hand on a vice that was used to make brackets,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -10958,the injured employee was a mechanic who was sent to repair a fletcher roof bolting machine in use in the east mains. as he was removing the hydraulic filter housing his hand struck the frame o f the machine causing a laceration of the right hand. sutures were required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -10959,"ee was helping load the scoop charger into scoop bucket, when he inadvertentlt placed left foot under charger and charger set down onto foot. ee sustained a simple fracture of a bone in the left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10960,"putting pilot torch in kiln and kiln was backfiring, material hit ee in face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -10961,"employee was digging tracks on dozers, when he was finished he said his shoulder was hurting. he went to imed for medical treatment. strained right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10962,he strained hip muscles while pushing granite curb on conveyor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10963,was working outside and dropped a stone on his foot. left top part.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10964,ee pulled on v-belt and caught his right hand finger in pulley. equipment was locked/tagged out.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10965,the employee alleges that he suffered a hard back pain while he was moving bag of cement.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10966,employee was performing a retorque on the left rear of a komatsu 930 with a rad 30 gun and he smashed his finger. he was seen at the er where xrays showed a fracture to the left 4th finger. 5 sutures required to close the laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10967,"ee was carrying an 8 lb hammer from his truck to the machine, when he set the hammer down he felt a sharp pain in his chest and left arm. he had trouble breathing and was in severe pain. not knowing if he was suffering from a heart problem we called an ambulance and they transported him to a local hospital. diagnosed with a pulled chest muscle and some torn blood vessels",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10968,"injured was holding a drift pin and co-worker was swinging a sledge hammer at it, when he struck his thumb with the hammer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10969,ee was cutting tie wires off of a wiring harnessknife slipped cutting his finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10970,the millwright leader pinched his ring finger between a drip pan and a conveyer channel as he removed the pan.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -10971,"employee was welding on the boat-loader catwalk, in the shop. he was wearing his welding helmet & safety glasses. he raised his welding helmet while grinding the slag off the weld when a piece of foreign material got past his safety glasses and into his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10972,employee was dragging rock dust hose and felt a pain in lower back. first official day missed was 3-27-2017.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10973,employee was pulling on airline and a knife blade was hung up on line and punctured his forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10974,"while attempting to manually flip the spindle of 988f loader with a fellow worker to drain the oil from the brake packs, it slipped off the forklift forks and struck ee's arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10975,employees were at the dust collector; one was inside cutting replacement bags. the wire cage hasto be raised up in order to cut the bags. an employee on top of the dust collector was waiting f or the cage to be handed to him. he leaned over at the same time the other raised the cage. the cage struck him in the mouth causing a blow to his tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10976,"injured was loading bolt straps onto a lo-trac and as they lifted a heavy bundle of straps and turned to put on lo-trac, they felt a sharp pain in their lower back and pelvic area which began to swell immediately.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10977,employee was shoveling coal spillage from around a conveyor belt and his wrist began to hurt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10978,"employee assisting to replace shim pack on cutter head driveline at the dredge. suspended driveline segment shifted, impacting the middle finger, ring finger and pinkie finger of left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10979,employee was struck on the right ring finger by a piece of rock that fell from the roof.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10980,a flagstone splitter hit the end of his finger with a hammer. the hit pinched the under-part of his finger or what would be the finger-print part and received a laceration. he was taken to the hospital for stitches and is currently receiving check-ups every 3-5 days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10981,employee was using a pry bar to break material loose from hopper. bar slipped and pinched employees finger against the handrail upright.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -10982,"ee climbed on front end loader to replace fuel line. when he sat down on the tire and turned tothe right, reaching into engine compartment he felt severe pain in back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10983,injured stated that he was lifting a speed reducer when he felt a sharp pain in his lower stomach. injured had no lost time until 7-29-03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10984,"ee was stocking the roof bolter with supplies. as ee went to grab some roof bolts from out of the bucket of the scoop, he cut his right forearm on the band that was used to band the bundle of bolts together. required 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10985,"after completing the pre-shift inspection of haul truck, ee removed the wheel chock and was throwing it up onto the cab walkway of the truck when ee felt a pain in lower back. ee was diagnosed with a muscle strain and returned to work",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10986,"employee alleges hand swelling from jackhammering. sent to doctor who diagnosed a hereditary condition. however, filing w/c due to swelling from jackhammering.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10987,"there was no specific accident. we only learned of the situation when the employee called to say he was not coming to work on 03/24/11 because he was going to the doctor. he complained of sore and achey wrists. he had been moving/stacking pallets and running the forklift the shift prior. he was diagnosed with ""tenosynov hand/wrist neck""",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10988,"attempting to pull out the qi 441 that was stuck in the soft ground using an excavator and a cable that wasn't strong enough to handle. as i was taking the cable off the excavator, the tension of the broken cable jerked back and a metal piece sticking up caught my forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10989,drill steel fell out of drill hole and hit ee above eyebrow. he was looking up at drill steel to see why it was stuck. never missed any work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10990,employee lifted a rock off ground and felt a pain in his back. lumbar strain - restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10991,heavy steel plate fell on the back of ee huring his back & hip. ee thought the pain was due to rhis reoccurance hernia and did not report the accident till after his visit to dr who determin ed the injury to his back & hip\,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10992,ee was arranging cover plates on stage loader conveyor using a come-a-long when hook came out of anchor and struck ee on chin creating a small laceration and breaking a front tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -10993,"employee had just sawn a stone square when finished square broke in half due to non visible dry. stone fell directly on left foot causing swelling, pain and bruising. employee was treated with ice pack and sent to workwell health occupation for further assistance.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -10994,ee was shoveling material from under conveyor & strained his back. on his first day back he possible overdid it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10995,employee was twisting with a 65lb bucket lifted when he felt a pain in his back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10996,injured employee was assisting with changing shim plates in the primary jaw crusher. as ee lifted the shim plate ee strained back. ee was taken for medical evaluation where ee was diagnosed with a thoracic strain and placed on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -10997,"employee was pulling on a air 4"" hose and felt a burning sensation in his left side. he did not go to the dr until 12-1-03.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -10998,ee stated while he was shoveling on the 2nd floor of crusher bldg. he felt a pop in his left shoulder. ee notified company on 11-17-03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -10999,"employee removed small access cover top a cyclone (auger). the employee was going to attempt to remove sand. when the employee gained entry, they inserted the middle finger and the index finger of the left hand. there was no sand in the cyclone causing their finger to come in contact with the auger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -11000,"employee felt discomfort in right eye, asked supervisor to look at it, supervisor noticed a tiny spec and drove employee to medical facility to have object removed. employee returned to work. perscription for eye drops.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11001,"employee was helping to ""tear down"" the miner, while holding a pin, the pin suddenly came out & a latch fell striking ee on his hand. ""removing cutter head""",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11002,employee was cutting a hole in a bit bucket. knife slipped and cut employees left hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11003,injured worker was cutting loose fabric from his sweat shirt with a personal jack knife and punctured his left thigh. he received 3 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11004,"trying to get drill steel out of top, the drill steel fell out striking him on the right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11005,prying with a pry bar. bar slipped and smashed finger between hopper and conveyor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11006,"he was helping a mechanic make a cable splice. he was using a hammer and an anvil when the hammer slipped off the anvil and struck his finger. he did not seek medical assistance until 5-16-03, when an x-ray was taken. the x-ray revealed a small piece of metal in his finger. the metal was surgically removed on 5-29-03.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11007,two employees were removing a screen when the injured employees crow bar slipped and hit him in the hip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11008,"was cranking #3 belt together with chain hoist. put too much stress on hand, causing damage to finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11009,employee was using a com-a-long to reset the trucks of a rail car when the trucks moved releasing the tension on the com-a-long causing the com-a-long to slip and snap down on employees forear m.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11010,victam was bolting top when a piece of rock fellstricking the victim on the shoulder & slliding down the left arm,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11011,ie was using a 3lb sledge hammer to set bits in the hg shear drum on the longwall section. a piece of carbide from the bit tip struck ie and embedded in ie's neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11012,employee did not do his morning stretches beforebeginning work. employee states he raised his tool bucket to his shoulder by the strap.in placing the strap to his shoulder he claims he felt a twingle. prescription medication.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11013,"employee was putting last piece of steel together and pushed up on the chuck. the steel became fouled against lip on chuck causing it to bow, dislodge and strike them on the web of left hand resulting in a fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11014,"ee s finger tip was pinched between a drill bit and the drill steel as he and a helper were attempting to change a drill bit. he was examined in a local emergency room where the finger was x r ayed, cleaned sutures, bandaged and splinted. the x rays showed a fracture of the finger tip. he was rechecked the following day and released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11015,dozer backing up in run right track went up on a rock dozer turned over on left side. seat belt caught operator around middle. took him to emergency room to be checked. they released him from emergency room around 4:00 am on 3/12/2003. emergency room dr gave him a slip to return to work on 3/13/2003.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -11016,employee stated that ee was using a cut off wheel to cut off a section of an exhaust pipe. the wheel broke causing a piece of the wheel to fly off and strike the employee's chin. no lost time incurred but reportable due to requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11017,on 10/28/2003 ee reported experiencing discomfort after pulling on a railroad switch. his statement was that he felt a tearing feeling like a muscle pull. in late december employee saw a dr. a nd was put on a 50# lifting restriction.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11018,injured along with two coworkers were uprighting a 500# drum. as drum was being placed on a pallet ee mashed and cut his right ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11019,carrying 50lb bags of ammonium nitrate fuel oil (anfo) caused injury/illness,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11020,employee had been performing maintenance activities including drilling and riveting. he believes that metal shavings from the drilling activity fell on his shirt sleeves or hands. later in the shift he rubbed his eye and that is when he thinks the piece of metal shaving was forced in his eye. he was using safety glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11021,"employee was lifting a ventilation tube, when a piece of fiberglass went through glove and into left palm. surgery required. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11022,employee was kneeling down on left knee and pushed up on the screener leg and felt a crunching in knee,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11023,employee was helping another employee remove a seat from a front end loader. the injured employee was in a ackward position during the removal process and strained his back. strained back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11024,"while the employee was removing rocks of approximately 20lbs from a hopper, his right thumb was caught between the hopper edge and the rock.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11025,was sliding a front axle under a 992d using two booms on mechanics trucks. one strap broke and the clevis on the end struck him in the right cheek. axle was maybe 1 inch off ground.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11026,"the employee was loosening a frozen/stuck bolt on a crusher with a wrench when ee strained/injured left shoulder. the employee did not receive ""medical treatment"" until 6/7/16.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11027,"employee was resetting feeder, while tramming the feeder toward himself, the offside cats slipped off a ledge that was in the in the bottom approx. 6"" high, causing the feeder to drop suddenly. employee's leg, from the knee down in up right position was under the tram controls, this compressed his leg causing a fracture to his left ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11028,while climbing down from dz-7 (dozer) employee stepped to the ground and back started hurting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11029,employee was cutting skirt rubber with a razor knife when the knife slipped striking the employee in the right hand requiring 2 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11030,"while installing a new tooth on the shovel bucket, employee pinched his right hand ring finger between the tooth and adapter.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11031,"the injured was loosening bolts on the discharge flange of an underflow pump. the bolts on the flange were slightly rusty and hard to remove, as the injured was trying to remove the second bol t with wrench, he pulled a muscle in his left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11032,"ee advised he was getting t5 bars that were banded together on a pallet. the metal band had already been cut and was just stuck inside the bundle of bars. the metal band sprung out and hit ee' s right elbow, which resulted in a cut that required 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11033,"on 7/25/06 employee was installing longwall jumbo track and on 7/28/06 employee was hanging 13.8 cable. on 7/31/06 employee reported pain in back, shoulders and neck as a result of these two work tasks and began missing work. verification was received on 8/10/06 relating her injury to the 7/25/06 incident date, with further aggravation on 7/28/06 task.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11034,"while welding on an hg drum bit lug, a piece of molten slag dripped off the drum and fell into employee's boot, causing a burn. employee worked up until 12/30/22, when employee was taken off work by a doctor to allow the wounds to heal properly.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11035,employee was helping to install canopy on shuttlecar when he drop it on his foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11036,employee was shaking out a mini bag to clean it out. foreign substance was removed from the bag and entered employee's right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11037,"employee was walking across the section when he rubbed the mine roof with his hand, knocking a small piece of loose material free, hitting him in the left eye. employee finished his shift and went for medical evaluation, he was referred to an eye specialist. no scratches, cuts, or embedded objects were found in the eye. antibiotic was applied to prevent infection.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11038,"individual was bending a roof bolt, getting ready to install. ee lost footing, bearing plate cut back of left hand. 4 stitches",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11039,"employee was adjusting a 425 symonds crusher using a come-along adjusting bolts, was not loose. employee ""side loaded"" come-along breaking connection to hook, causing chain to hit ee in ee's side/back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11040,"ee was cutting a conveyor belt for a splice with a razor knife. at the end of the cut the knife slipped off the belt and contacted his knee, it made a small cut but due to the depth of the cut we decided he should o to urgent care. we cleaned the cut and applied gauze & took him to urgent care where he received three stitches. he returned to work the next day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11041,"i.e. was removing a damaged top roller from the take-up of the slope a belt, when i.e. cut the damaged roller loose it popped up and caught right index finger in between the roller frame and conveyor belt rail, causing a fracture to the finger. i.e. started missing work on 07/12/2021 after a follow up with an orthopedic surgeon. the doctor said the finger is healing good. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11042,"employee was moving fletcher roof bolter in outby area of mine. the canopy of the bolting machine caught a roof bolt & a small piece of metal projected into his left eye. employee had safety glasses in his possession, but was not wearing them.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11043,"on july 8, ee was dismounting piece of mobile equipment when he felt a pain in lower back. nagging pain persisted and on august 8, 2010, ee went to doctor and physical therapy was prescribed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11044,"he was cleaning out lime from the chute to the mixer box with a steel bar. the mixer was running to keep the pump from plugging. his attention was distracted and he turned to see what was happening behind him. as he turned he lifted the steel bar in his hands up, which put the other end in the mixer box. the mixer pulled the bar out of his hand and slapped it causing injury",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11045,the miner was removing duct tape from a coupling for kwf-1 using a knife and when the shaft accidentally rolled ee cut ee's left knuckle on ee's index finger and ee needed stitches,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11046,a fully trained miner was loading structure when ee dropped a bed rail on ee's foot. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11047,ee was using pry bar to stretch the air hose on the jumbo. the ee slipped & fell when the bar slipped causing injury to left knee. this incident reported at time but ee did not seek treatmen t until later.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -11048,"central service employee alleged a shoulder injury while repairing the top off machine. employee did not report the injury until 5 days later. after investigating & consulting with the medical doctor & the third party administrator, the injury was determined to be compensable under the florida workers' compensation and is being reported within 10 business days of determination.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11049,"mechanic was working in shop installing a starter through a hole in the equipment, while doing so employee strained his left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11050,ee was setting a ladder in place and suffered a pulled muscle when the ladder slipped and he reached to catch it. ee did not seek medical treatment until 6/23/07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11051,"ee went into storage trailer to get wire clips to fix broken headlight on rock truck that he was driving. when he reached into the metal box that was up on a shelf to get the clip, he dropped the box that also contained a test light. the box was heavy, bending his wrist & thumb back & the test light punctured his right hand between the thumb & index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11052,employee felt something enter eye while working on 12/10/2015. employee immediately flushed eye and felt no discomfort and did not report incident. employee began feeling discomfort on the evening of 12/12/2015 again and reported to medic where he was found to have a mild abrasion and given eye drops.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11053,"ee reported that he bumped his head, jamming his neck while cleaning the dragline tub. after several weeks, he was prescribed four weeks physical therapy, prescription dated 9/6/01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11054,employee was learing tailgate when he caught right ring finger between tailgate and truck bed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11055,supervisor was driving a pin in the track of the hyundai trackhoe with a 10lb hammer. a piece of the pin broke off and went into injury's left leg. he had to have 7 stiches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11056,ee was opening a can of oil when the utility knife cut his left hand. ee rec. 6 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11057,low area loading belt onto johnson felt pain in shoulder(left),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11058,"ee was perform,ing maintenance on rig; the kelly was rotated to tighten. the ee's finger was pinched between the pipe wrench and the derrick leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11059,"on 7/15/19, employee was stacking screens on a pallet, stepping from left to right, when they felt their right knee pop to the inside of the leg. the employee was seen at the company clinic and diagnosed with a knee sprain, placed on modified duty, and was prescribed physical therapy.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11060,employee was restacking palletized bags from a pallet onto the infeed belt when he felt a pep and pain in his right elbow and subsequently experienced swelling. he was evaluated by company doc tor. x-ray showed possible dislodged bone spur. employee referred for orthopedic evaluation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11061,"ee was prying a rock that was stuck in the conveyor chain of the continuous miner with a pry bar, when he felt some pain in his right shoulder. the doctor gave him time off until the 5th of de cember 2000. i was not notified until 11/27/00 about the accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11062,"employee was grinding. he felt a hot piece of metal on his forehead above safety glasses. when he wiped it off, it fell in his left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11063,"while hanging dust hose in hanger, hose hit employees right arm causing hand to get snagged by the hook on the hanger puncturing glove and cutting right index finger. this did not involve any compliance issues. personal protective equipment was being used and this did not involve job proficiency, attitude, or machinery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11064,employee claims he was roof bolting & installing monkey face plates in the 402 beltline. as he attempted to install a bolt it bent & he removed the bolt from the wrench & he re-attached the wrench to try to straighten the bolt. as he was doing this the plate hung up & then released & swung around striking him in the back of his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11065,dropped belt splice tool on finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11066,mechanic got fingers on right hand cut by the heater blower fan on a 992 loader,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11067,"tightening bolt on jaw when wrench slipped, hitting his hand on jaw frame, mashing thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11068,"the kiln pre-heater was clogged. in the process of clearing the clog, a hot pebble bounced of the clearing rod and landed on the neck of the injured worker. the pebble caused a 1st degree burn on the workers neck. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11069,"unloading steel deck near edge of the woods. while disconnecting the chain, a branch poked him in his right ear.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11070,employee was welding overhead at separator #2.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11071,employee was lifting belt structure and hurt his low back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11072,"while cutting with a continuous miner, the ripper head caught the water line and miner cable. this pulled the cable and water line which tripped ee causing him to fall hitting his head on the mine floor resulting in at cut that required 5 stitches to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -11073,employee was raising the hood on a powder truck to check the engine oil level. he felt a sharp pain in his right shoulder as he held the hood with his right arm while reaching for the hood p rop with his left arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11074,"employee slipped getting on the backhoe. as he was falling, he grabbed the handrail and pulled a muscle in his groin. ee did not miss work until 9-24-02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11075,ee received foreign material in both eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11076,"while pouring secondary pit, employee's legs came into contact with wet concrete, resulting in concrete burns.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11077,while attempting to put a drive belt on a clean coal screen the employee's finger was pinched between the belt and the pulley. this caused a laceration on the ring finger of the left hand that required sutures. this is to report medical treatment only no days were missed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11078,ee was kneeling/ squatting down to grease the rails that the feed chute rollers ride on when he felt a pop in his left knee. he was evaluated by a physician and on 3-6-02 physical therapy was started.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11079,"employee, who is sorter sand mechanic was changing the travel motor on the samsung excavator. he placed a steel on the sleeve of the excavator causing it to shatter and send flying metal. a piece of this metal hit ee on his eyebrow. he required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11080,"when removing manhole cover on shovel boom, grip was lost on one of the handles. the cover was too heavy to be held with other hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11081,ee was unloading post from scoop bucket when he pulled his back. he first went to the dr on 7-26-02. ee was not informed of accident until 8-5-02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11082,"while moving a piece of steel by hand in the steel yard, employee twisted his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11083,"ee was pushing rock in the shot. as he was backing up, he struck a rock, jarring his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -11084,ee leaned over to get wrench a when he straighten up he hit his head on door which was located on east wall of the mill building. ee has pain in neck/upper back area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11085,the plant operator sustained a laceration to left wrist while cutting a rubber hose off a fitting. the injured was wearing gloves and long sleeves and using a retractable blade safety knife. the knife blade failed to retract as the cut was being attempted and resulted in a wound that needed to be closed with sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11086,employee was handling materials and got finger caught between material causing laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11087,while loosening a plug with a ratchet the injured employee felt a pull in his shoulder/neck area which was diagnosed as a strained muscle and resulted in restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11088,foreing body in unhibtial cored-due to working in the batch house.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11089,"operator was closing 14"" vapor valve on outside of heater deck on west side of 340 area during a routine heater swap. ee felt a strain in left groin area. nurse came to plant site and a decision was made to bring ee to the emergency room to get further evaluated. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11090,injured was picking up a cable and pulled a muscle in their back and was place on restrictions on 9/15/20 for the injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11091,"the employee was installing wear liners in a feed chute. after cutting a liner, he picked it up (they weigh apprxo 35 lbs) and upon standing felt something in his back gave out.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11092,"miner checking hg sprocket area for rib bolt. upper & lower doors open, upper door put back, not seated. injured contractor put the lower door in place, reached up & grabbed the pin/anchor tab. tab slipped off the lug pinching finger between tab and lug. wound was cleaned & ee refused further trtmnt. on 3/26, we found that ee visited the er after the incident & received sutures. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11093,"operator was backing dozer over a rock out cropping, movement of dozer caused employee to suffer a neck strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -11094,he was loading sand props into a sled. he was pulling on a sand prop to re-position it in the sled when he felt pain in his right elbow. an mri revealed a tear in his right biceps muscle. he began to miss time on 9-6-13 due to his injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11095,a fully trained miner was taking a draw bar off a motor when ee felt pain in ee's back. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11096,employee was operating dozer and it slipped off a rock and jarred him. he indicated that his fingers were going numb and his shoulders were hurting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -11097,"working on equipment, pin slid out and smashed fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -11098,"employee was loading belt cradles on the forks of the megatrac. they moved a piece of wood from the lift of belt cradles and two of the cradles slid together, pinching left pinky finger between them. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11099,"employee helping lower forms in shaft; dislodgeda wedged rock, between fan line and back, which struck him on right back and shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11100,employee was operating a dozer and got a little exuberant. in his haste he did not take breaks to rest his muscles and the next day discovered he was sore. he did not notify employer until 7-2 9-03 and was taken to see a physician on 7-31-03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -11101,"employee was using a bar to dislodge another bar at a slag feeder. when attempting to dislodge the bar, he pinched his finger against the bar that was stuck suffering a laceration to his right index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11102,"employee was turning motor sheave on unit 214 on the 3rd floor of the prep plant to assess the condition of the motor. when the employee rotated the belt, employee's right thumb was caught between the belt and the sheave. this resulted in a laceration to the right thumb that required five sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -11103,on may 18th the main sand plant generator shut down on high coolant temperature. the site glass for the radiator did not show any fluid in it. the plant operator got antifreeze to fill the radiator. he attempted to removed the after cooler radiator cap and the pressure caused some antifreeze to be sprayed onto his left forearm. he was treated for a chemical burn.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11104,eewas attempting to remove a piece of metal from waste bin when another piece of metal shifted striking his hand and causing a cut to his left ring finger. cut required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11105,while employee was pulling down a piece of canvas a poge stick was still stuck to it. when he gave a stiff yank the pogo let go and stuck the employee in face area by right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11106,employee was using a bar to remove a belt roller. the bar slipped striking him on the right side of his face. employee went to the doctor on 12/15/06 and was diagnoised with a fracture of the lateral wall of the right maxillary antrum.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11107,"operator let jack down on his foot, roofbolter stab jack",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11108,ee sustained laceration to left thumb while using a razor knife stripping fiber optic cable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11109,"while letting down cable, the cable slipped out of the next hanger and caught employee's thumb between the hook and cable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11110,railcar loading operator was releasing the brakes without using the brake release lever. the operator was loosening the brakes by turning the brake wheel counter clockwise. the operator pulled a groin muscle while trying to loosen the brakes on the railcar.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11111,"ee was bolting top in #5 entry, when a piece of rock approx. 12""x8""x1"" thick fell onto his hard hat, slid off and struck him on his left wrist, he rock hit him on its edge and cut his wrist. e e need to have 8 stitches on top of wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11112,employee was walking up stairs and twisted knee (note: employee did not begin missing work until 5/8/2007),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11113,"a missing person suffered a self inflicted gunshot wound to the head. the body was removed by the coroners office from the woods located at the back of the mine property. this individual has never been employed by the mine, nor the company.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11114,employee felt pain in back while tying shoe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11115,employee was using their hands attempting to slide a rock forward off of wire roof mesh. as employee was doing this a piece of the rock broke off causing employee's left wrist to come into contact with a sharp edge of the rock. this resulted in a laceration requiring 9 sutures. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11116,was trying to hook up portable take up.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11117,"ee was putting together a 4"" plastic water line. he was striking the end with an ax to join it together. a piece broke off the end and struck him on the thumb. broke his right thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11118,"while repairing a mucker, mechanic removed the guard bar and laid it up on the rib, guard bar fell along the rib striking the mechanic in the lt foot x ray showed hair line fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11119,employee was performing longwall shield maintenance when he got his left foot caught between the panline and toe of the longwall shield. initial diagnosis was contusion of the left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11120,a mechanic was installing a shank on a dozer ripper. the dozer operator which was standing nearby was struck by a piece of frag metal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11121,employee was removing a drawer from a gilson mechanical shaker (machine off) and cut her left pinky finger (tip) on a lip of the drawer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11122,"taking transmission filter off of 988h. spun the filter off and fell into bucket and pinched finger. worked his full shift on 7/26/08 came in on 7/28/08 worked a couple of hours and went to the doctor. took off 7/29/08, came back to work on 7/30/08.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11123,"loosening bolts on the 2nd deck of the wash plant using a crescent wrench when wrench slipped causing left hand to slam into sharp metal corner puncturing ee's glove, leaving a deep puncture wound in left hand. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11124,"emp was using a hand held drill to drill a hole in a metal fan control box. the drill hung in the metal box causing his right hand to twist and resulted in pain and swelling. took to doctor, xray showed fracture of right hand. placed on restrictions and referred to ortho.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11125,ee states he was working on drill bench and it was rainy and muddy. he got out of the truck and walked toward the truck controls on the back of the truck. he turned to reach for the ctonrols a nd felt his back pull. he thought the pain wouldgo away he went to the dr the next day back srain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11126,ee had finger pinched between hydraulic ram and stairway tread while moving ram down stairway resulting in sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11127,"while roof bolting, ee was picking up gopher drill to move to another area. ee felt a strain/pain in his lower back. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11128,"(empleados removian escombros de la parte inferior del iman.el empleado fue impactado por una seccion del pasamanos (36"") que habia colocado cerca del area de trabajo)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11129,"was pulling cable off cars so they could be inspected by msha. he did not have pain until the next day,and filed a report on the 13th. he said he woke up with pain on his right side/hip/and leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11130,was welding and piece of slag got in right eye. he was welding and piece of slag popped off the welding and went under his welding hood.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11131,holding a bolt with a hammer while other mechanic was attempting to remove nut hammer slipped off cut hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11132,the employee reported the issue on 3/24. it was listed as a shoulder strain/sprain. over the next several weeks the shoulder pain did not reside. the employee went to a specialist on 4/27. specialist injected the shoulder/tendon with cortisone. (which is now reportable),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11133,employee was closing a rail car door at the cleanout pit when the bar slipped and struck him across the face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11134,"he was working on the head motor leads of the continuous miner and was cutting the shielding from the leads. his knife slipped and caused a laceration to his left hand, requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11135,"employee alleges that while crawling out of the mill, he felt hernia pop out. umbelica hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11136,employee was assisting on a hard bar pin for dozer. employee was helping to get the pin lined up with the eyes to fit in. employee was observing while another employee was striking the pin with a hammer. small piece of metal chipped off the pin and struck the employee in the left knee. employee will have the metal surgically removed. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11137,"on super 72, spinning spool to line up ware liners with right hand, somehow thumb on left hand got caught between spool and ware liner.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11138,"ee was changing the screens to a screen deck with an impact wrench. he was sweating & he wiped his brow. he felt something on his eyelash, and when he wiped his lashes, he felt something in his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11139,injured person was throwing a concrete form clamp to a man positioned on the wall. the clamp hung on his glove and came back at him and hit him on the head causing a laceration above his eye. the injury required 15 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11140,"while changing a wear liner on the t-400 crusher, ee was struck in the arm by a wear plate that took an unexpected fall during removal. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11141,ee injured right shoulder while setting up brick rig in kiln with other ee's. possible dislocation with spontaneous relocation. ee has light duty and follow-up with orthopidics,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11142,"employee in laydown yard lifting 1/4"" steel plate 4'x4' to load on buggy. plate slipped on to right foot behind steel toe in boot resulting in fracture of big toe and 3rd and 4th toes. plate was slippery and muddy from rain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11143,comealong was hooked to conveyor. not much tension. 20' section collapsed & grazed elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11144,employee's vest got caught on the gate going down into the house of the #71 shovel. employee turned to release his vest and felt pain in his right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11145,"employee was changing ballasts on light fixtures for the entire shift. at the end of the shift, a fellow employee noticed that his left eye was red. he went to the eye dr. the next day and was prescribed drops.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11146,working on raw mill sampler pinch tip of left index finger causing laceration ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11147,"picked up one side of 60"" top belt structure and turning it around he felt pain in his groin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11148,dismounting a loader and strained the lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11149,ee was removing work boots from storage basket when the boot struck the ee in the eye resulting in prescribed medication to treat a scratch on the eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11150,i was painting with enamel paint and inhaled the fumes. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11151,employee was cutting grass with zero turn lawn mower. tire dropped in ditch causing mower to turn on its side. roll bar prevented mower from turning completely over. employee stuck arm out to stop roll over and strained his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11152,employee was installing a roof bolt when he pinched his right pinky between the shaft of the bolt and the bolter mast. caused a laceration that required 8 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11153,employee was helping another employee load concrete block when ee aggravated hernia. employee started missing 02/01/16.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11154,ee got finger fowled between roof bolt and roof bolt plate and cut finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11155,employee was on the left side of the continuous miner when a piece of loose rib coal fell causing his left leg to be caught between the loose coal and the continuous miner machine.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11156,drill operator reached up to put water truck hose back up on the reel and heard a pop in their shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11157,ee was using sledgehammer to break loose a wedge while doing maintenance on crusher. a sliver of steel broke loose and went into ee's leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11158,the employee and a contractor were bradding a bolt that holds the track pin in on the dragline. the employee was holding a hammer on the pin and the contractor was hitting it with another hammer. the contractor hit the side of the machine and struck the employee on the left little finger breaking it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11159,"an employee suffered first and second degree burns to his face, neck and wrists when the employee opened up the inspection hatch of heater, introducing oxygen to the chamber resulting in flames rolling out of the inspection hatch.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11160,employee was lifting feeder wings into the scoop bucket. the wing slipped and mashed employee's right index finger. lost time injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11161,"team member didn't seek doctor until 12/8/14. he was dumping material from floor sweeper hopper into dumpster. hopper (21""x10""x10"") started to slip from team member's grasp. he felt pain when he tried to regain control of the hopper.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11162,"while using a pry bar to reposition ex1100 shovel tracks for loading, the track shifted and pulled the pry bar from the employee's hand and struck his leg above the right knee. the sudden move ment caused a muscle strain to his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11163,employee was assisting in removing sheaves from the deflection tower and put his left hand on the sheave to attempt to control the sheave and his left ring finger was caught between the sheave and the tower fracturing the tip of the left ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11164,injured was adding a 4' drill steel in order to complete the drilling of a 8' hole for roof bolts. the bottom section did not align itself properly with the top section. the bottom section when rotated struck injured on his left little finger dislocating it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11165,jerked coal mill inspection door and caught his finger between door and hand rail,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11166,switching gate and bumped wrist,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11167,"replacing lip shroud on shovel, using hammer to remove bolt, was struck by flying metal.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11168,miner was grouting cable bolts when the fill tube sprung a leak and sprayed the miner in the eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11169,they will changing the screen in plant #2 and a piece of rust got in his right eye. the washed it out.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11170,"shoulder was strained while wrenching on a bolt on the cone. dr. prescribed prescription anti-inflammatory & light work, no lifting over ten pounds for 7 days.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11171,employee was filling rockdust tank when the lid fell on his finger. required 8 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11172,servicing the machine. was getting into the dozer door swung shut and hit the right pinky. cutting it on the knuckle. operator thought the door was latched.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11173,"employee was drilling hole in pit with air track drill and reached down to turn drill bit to see if air was coming out. the bit caught his first, middle and ring fingers cutting and removing parts of each finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11174,"while tightening top of drill pot, the wrench slipped, causing ee to strike pot with his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11175,"while working/welding on a feeder, he felt something in his eye. he was treated immediately. a particle was removed and he was given a prescription antibiotic as a preventative measure.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11176,ee was removing an air exhaust muffler from a compressed air dryer system.after releasing the residual air from the air tank and line the ee unscrewed the valve not realizing there was still some stored pressure inside the line which blew small desiccant beads out striking the back of both hands and the back of both legs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11177,ee was breaking loose the electric bolts on crusher #2 when the ratchet that he was using skipped causing ee to slip forward striking his right arm and nose on the socket sealing ring.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11178,disconnecting mobile welder from tractor when the stabilizing jack failed catching left hand ring finger between tongue and ground.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11179,"employee was connecting 16"" pipe flange. while putting a nut on the bolt on the left side of flange, when the pipe shifted causing the middle finger on left hand to be pinched between the bolt and pipe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11180,injured was loading kennedy panels in the scoop bucket when his left hand was smashed between the scoop bucket and the panel. diagnosis: fractured hand. injured has been placed on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11181,ee was performing maintenance and repairs on equipment when his hand got crushed between two pieces of steel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11182,"employee was using a poke bar to clean out a hot box when ee lost control of the bar, smashing hand between the bar and hot box plate resulting in a laceration to left pointer finger. employee was treated at local er and received 4 stitches to finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11183,"building braces for belt line. i-beam slipped, pinning left hand between two i-beams.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11184,"while preforming maintenance/repair work to a scraper, a bar the employee was using fell striking the employee on the right arm between the wrist and elbow resulting in a fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11185,employee was on his knees driving a nail in a curtin when he started to get up and twisted left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11186,"ee was cutting 1/2"" drip line on the side slope of leach pad #4 to remove carbon and scale from emitters. in the process, his knife slipped off the drip line and cut his right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11187,an employee who owns a landscaping company (double r lawn service) fractured vertebra when the riding mower the employee was operating rolled over on top of the employee while mowing a sloped area near the quarry entrance.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11188,"while shoveling a coal spill, the employee felt a sharp pain in the left side of his groin. he later visited a physician and was diagnosed with a hernia and on 6/30/04 he had surgery to repair it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11189,"re-installing motor onto rail when blocking kicked out striking the employees right foot toe area pinching big toe and toe beside it, pinch resulted in a fracture to big toe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11190,ee was splitting sandstone with a hand chisel and the stone fell against ee's leg ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11191,"ee was digging a large rock out of the scoop bucket, while rolling and flipping it end for end, he felt pain in his right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11192,"employee was cleaning screen on sump pump and a 5 foot pry bar fell and hit him in the head, requiring 10 stitches behind the ear.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11193,employee was putting a conveyor chain on a shuttle car when a piece of metal came off the chain and went into his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11194,"ee was cleaning sticky coal from the buckets in the coal elevator. while cleaning a bucket, a piece of coal fell and struck him on the arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11195,"on 9/22/09 at the end of the employee's shift, the employee was working on the primary feeder pulling a gear off of the primary stone feeder assembly, when the gear disengaged from the shaft. the employee tried to catch it to keep the gear from falling into the lower gear and felt a strain in his lower back. employee seeked medical attention on 10/6/09.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11196,ee was helping clean line away for hole being drilled for infusion into pillars. reached down & wire connecting steel to chuck cut wrist. 7 stitches to close wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11197,"was cutting bits on roller frame, when hot slag of metal went behind safety glasses into rt. eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11198,"brace lowered into place with crane, choker at upper end, come-a-long at lower end. bolt put in upper brace to beam connection. crane took over brace's weight, come-a-long was removed, attached in the horizontal direction to pull brace in place. as brace was pulled, bolt in upper end of the beam failed. brace swung down, hit a hand rail, then employee on left thigh.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11199,ee pulled muscle in upper back just below left shoulder blade while stacking bags of product on a pallet. one day of lost time resulted.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11200,employee was working @ loadout using a pipe wrench to tighten belt on crusher. wrench slipped pinching his pinky finger between the wrench & a piece of angle iron.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11201,employee did not lock-out/tagout the piece of equipment he was working on.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11202,"ee was welding on a front end loader bucket throughout the day, ee was wearing a welders helmet, but woke during the night with eye pain suffering from welders flash, ee went to a clinic where they applied ointment to eyes",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -11203,"while at work pouring concrete for shaft sink, ee was holding the end of a 6"" x 12 foot hose with both hands, as concrete came to the end of the hose, the hose jerked and lifted ee causing feet to come off the ground and when ee came down it caused ee to strike right forearm on a metal hopper edge.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11204,employee was emptying the neutralizer tank putting water/carbon in 3 1/2 gallon buckets while picking up the buckets he twisted causing a lower lumbar sprain. the employee did not seek medical attention until 11-4. he was re-evaluated 11-7. at this time the doctor recommended light duty work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11205,ee was pulling on a piece of old belt structure when he felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11206,"a laborer was treated with numbing, flushing, antibiotic ointment, and anti-inflammatory drops for a chemical burn to ee's right eye after ee opened a compartment lid during cleanup operations and cement clinker dust was blown into ee's eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11207,"large piece of salt got stuck in head chute. employee was jack hammering the salt piece loose, when the salt piece came loose the employee slipped causing their left hand ring finger to get pinched in between the chute and jack hammer handle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11208,"on his way to work, was going around a curve and argus energy's grader was backing around the same curve on his side of the road. the grader backed up on the front of his car, then pushed the car to the other side of the road.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11209,"ee was kneeling beside scoop changing a steering jack, when the new jack rolled off top of scoop. he attempted to catch the jack and strained his shoulder. the ee contuinued to work at full duty until 4/25/11 at which time he called the mines and stated he had gone to the doctor and would be off work for a week. this accident became reportable as of this date 4/19/11 days off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11210,while raking coating from kiln employee felt a pop in his right knee resulting in restricted duty work. employee has had prior non work related issues with same knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11211,employee was struck on the left shoulder while aligning the belt structure.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11212,injured states he was working on screens of plant. injured asked another employee to drop a wrench to him. it bounced off the screen and struck the injured on the forehead.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11213,"employee, ee, was trying to brake a nut loose on a feeder table with a large ratchet. when the nut finally broke loose, the force from the ratchet caused his right pinky finger to get smashed between the bottom of the motor feeder table.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11214,"ee was trying to start a welding machine. the machine backfired causing first and second degree burns in both ears, neck and top of the head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11215,injured was nailing a curtain and felt a pain in his right side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -11216,"cutting coolant hose with razor blade, blade broke causing him to jerk and strike himself in the right calf just below the knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11217,the employee was perfoming maintenance on hydraulic hoses on a classifying tank when hydraulic fluid got in his eyes. employee suffered temporary conjunctivitis.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11218,employee and 2 other employee's were moving a water pump from a muddy area that had already been pumped down to another location. the pump weighed approximately 75 pounds but muddy conditions made moving the pump more difficult. later that day employee began experiencing pain in his lower back and down his right leg. employee became a lost time on 5/5/2014.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11219,"6-north tailpiece - employee helping set tailpiece, caught fingers between foot plate and frame of tailpiece.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11220,"after helping clear an obstruction in the feeder hopper, employee was struck in the head to the rear of his hard hat by a rock that fell off the conveyor. employee came to the office and asked for asprin and told what happened. he said he was o.k. and returned to work. one and one half hours later he asked to go to the doctor for x-rays, etc.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11221,employee was replacing a cutting edge on a loader bucket. he was removing a bolt using an impact wrench. he placed his right hand on the underside of the bucket against the bolt head. he accidentally hit the trigger of impact wrench causing the bolt to spin in his hand cutting through his glove causing a laceration to his middle finger resulting in four stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11222,employee was laying on the top belt in throat of tailpiece trying to back up on the belt. ee felt pain on ee's ankle and jerked cutting self through ee's leather glove on left index finger below second knuckle. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11223,employee was setting breaker timbers and the timber fell and struck him in the back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11224,employee was cutting a zip tie off of a rail using a box cutter. his left hand was holding the rail and right hand using the box cutter. his left hand slipped as he was cutting and was cut across left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11225,"employee was positioning a large clevis to perform a lift when the clevis slipped, causing the employee's left middle finger to be pinched between the clevis and the lifting tray.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11226,employee was cleaning up a bank area and uncovered a steel plate. employee tried to pick it up on the end. the other end was buried. the plate came free from the backhoe bucket and fell onto the front windshield of backhoe. the tempered glass from windshield fell on to employee's right side of head. employee received two staples on head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11227,was pulling a oil can off a golf cart and felt a sharp pain in his stomach area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11228,"the employee states that while reaching to hang the miner cable overhead, he felt pain in the left side of his neck. the accident became reportable when the employee began missing work on 5-6-2009.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11229,adding 40' piece of pipe on lake behind dredge. the wrench the ee was using slipped on bolt being tightened and caused boat to shift and employee fell into floor of boat. employee caught himse lf on his hands in floor of boat.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -11230,"took a sample of material in bucket to lab, set bucket down and felt some pain in lower back. sat in chair for a few minutes got up and walked to table then could not move . co-worker helped injured to ground. call 911 for help. injured person has had surgery on his back from a pre-existing injury that happened with a former employer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11231,while mucking the miner felt something in his left eye. a piece of rock was embedded in his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11232,ee was loading roof straps onto a scoop bucket and cut his right hand on one ot the metal straps.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11233,injured was moving a floor hoist with a bar whenthe tip of the bar broke off causing a sudden jarring to the right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11234,"employee was unloading monorail when the trolley slid, catching his right little finger between the monorail and the trolley. medical treatment injruy",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11235,"ee was moving rock from table to bucket, he pulled the muscle in his right shoulder and upper back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11236,bates contractor was bolting an overcast when a piece of drill steel came out of the hole striking him on his 3rd finger on his left hand resulting in a fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11237,"employee claims that he injured his left middle finger while attempting to open a manual gate on a screw conveyor by striking it with a hammer. he further claims that when he swung the hammer, the hammer hit the tip of his left middle finger. he was released to return to light duty after the loss of one day of work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11238,"while operating a 988 cat loader, ee opened right side cab window so he could ""spit"". window was not secured in open position when ee reached for window handle, his hand slipped off & window s lammed shut, pinching his right index finger. he pulled his finger from window cutting the skin. all this took place while machine was in forward motion. 11 stitches required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11239,"ee was asisting with repositioning of a harvest cathode in the cell cupboard. the suspension loop on the opposite side from the ee failed or shifted. this caused the cathode to drop, compressing the first 2 fingers of the ee's l. hand between the suspension loop & the hanger bar. given restricted duty; next morning complained of back pain, returned to physician.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11240,"injured was roof bolting on #3 unit in #4 entry when a piece of rock fell from between roof bolts, striking injured on the right side of the head just in front of the ear, causing a 2"" laceration. injured was taken to the nurses statioin for observation. he was then taken to the hospital and received 5 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11241,ee was lifting a chain fall weighing approx 50 lbs. to connect to an overhead pad-eye. ee felt some pain in his right shoulder. the event occurred on 10-23-00 but became reportable on 11-6-00 due to work limitations.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11242,ee was operating the packer(bagging mortar). as he looked over the door to the carousel a defective mortar bag ripped and covered the ee with mortar cement. some material got behind his safety glasses and into his left eye. the eye doctor found no embedded material however a precautionary prescription ointment was administered to his left eye to prevent infection.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11243,"during reassembly of new equipment, ee hurt his knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11244,"employee was removing a nut from pump shaft, when wrench slipped causing employee to strain left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11245,employee was driving in a pin on a dozer push arm when a piece of the pin chipped off and struck the employee's eye. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11246,"employee stated while building brattice, picked up meda block and twisted back. employee stated missing work 9-14,2000",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11247,"installing heel plate (wear iton) on 992 g caterpillar loader bucket, the mechanic reached to align plate that was located on hydraulic jack, the plate slipped off the jack and landed on left (5th digit) finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11248,"the employee was assisting in removing a pan wall when one panel became stuck due to being wedged. as he went to unwedge it, the panel released catching his hand between two panels causing a laceration. at the time of the injury he was wearing the meta miner gloves and the panel cut through the gloves.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11249,"employee tossed a belt roller onto a scoop bill and felt a pain in right shoulder. it did not involve any equipment or compliance issues. it also did not involve job skills, proficiency, training, ppe or protective devices.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -11250,picked up a rock--pulled muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11251,"while closing an elevator door, the employee's left ring and middle fingers were caught in the door--resulting in a severe laceration leading to surgical repair. he was evaluated by a physician and taken off of work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11252,ee was cleaning up spillage off the floor of theloadout tunne. when the job was done & before eewent home for the day he was complaining of a sore back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11253,"ee states he was reaching to release travel lock on overhead hoist and a piece of metal 4""x 8""x 3/8""thick fell and struck his hard hat causing neck strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11254,employee was boring a haul truck box when the employee went to remove chips from the bore. the employee reached in with a pair of pliers and the chip wrapped around his hand and cut his finger requiring stitches,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11255,"assoc. mounting articulated truck for shift, had cooler in one hand using the hand rail with the other as he climbed up, pulled muscle in back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11256,the employee was in the process of removing belt structure when a top belt roller slide along a belt rail and pinched his finger between the roller frame and the belt rail causing a fracture and a laceration to his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11257,injured strained back while lifting a roof jack. injured was placed on restrictions for the strain. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11258,"employee was packing bags and the bag clamp stuck on the loop keeper and when they put the loop through the keeper, the clamp released and struck a wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11259,"mucker #4 pulled out of shop and wasn't able to turn. a mem mechanic went out to check the machine out, he then saw the ""articulation locking pin"" was still pinning the front of the machine to the rear of the machine. the mechanic pulled the pin out of the lock and when installing it the pin pinched his finger between the frame and the hole for storage.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11260,tightening come-along to move screen and it came loose. was struck by come-along.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11261,ee was cleaning rock from tail pulley with metal bar. hand slipped and smashed right middle and ring fingers between bar and conveyor frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11262,"employees were retrieving 20 foot sections of dust pipe. as one of the employees dropped his end of the pipe onto the ground, the other end of the pipe flipped up and stuck the victim in the mouth thus creating a laceration to the lower lip which required 8 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11263,employee was grinding on a six inch piece of steel pipe. employee got a piece of metal in right eye. employee was wearing proper safety protection. the conditions were very windy. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11264,"ee stated that he was working at 8a - belt lacing belt between transfer and belt drive. while trimming splice with utility knife, struck right thigh (leg) causing a laceration. received 12 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11265,ee started operating the hitachi excavator with ramer hydraulic hammer in 3/1999. ee complained of pain & burning & eventually had bleeding in his stool. on 3/7/00 ee was diagnosed by the co dr as having a tear or fissure inside the rectumsurgery is scheduled at which time the surgeon has stated he will determine whether the injury is work related or not,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -11266,"cleaning under rollers in low area. shoveling on to belt when shovel and hand hit belt throwing shovel and hand back against steel sets along belt, causing laceration to right index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11267,"while helping load a large tank on a trailer to move it to another location, the injured cut ee's thumb on a sharp piece of metal requiring six stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11268,"ee stated that while pulling top structure from between belts on 1214 belt, he felt a pop in his chest.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11269,employee was cutting a piece of rope with a belt knife.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11270,smashed finger while roof bolting,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11271,employee was found on ground by another scoop man while changing batteries on scoop. told him that he was shoveling out battery tray and back went out. told foreman same thing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11272,miner was moving a stone when he strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11273,rt hand struck against hard surface while holding grinder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11274,"ee had unclogged the chute above the #1 screen at the #3 conveyor. he was climbing out of the chute & struck his right ankle on the ankle on the corner of the v-belt drive guard, for #3 conveyor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11275,the ee stated he was working on installing the cover on the clean coal crusher when his right index finger became caught between the cover and the base. ee works only on weekends. did not loos e any time.',HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11276,"employee was closing gates on rr cars; as he was pushing on bar, capstan moved suddenly & he felt jolt in right shoulder. fmc didn't receive medical info. confirming injury was work related until 3/2/06.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11277,"employee was working on a wiper at 4c header ,the employee turned 4b belt off at the remote switch and while trying to cross the 4b belt . the belt came on and took employee down the belt line though the cute onto 4a belt where it was shut down. the employee received a cut on top of his head that required staples.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11278,the employee was helping put the track back together on the d-10. the chain holding the come-a-long in place snapped allowing the track to roll backwards pinning his foot between the track and the leveling bar.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11279,drill steel came out of check and hit left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11280,employee was using a chain hoist to raise counterweight on jbc2 conveyor when he felt something pull in his lower right back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11281,"ee was working on a belt at the vessel ref while using a box knife, the knife slipped and contacted the ee leg (thigh).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11282,"ee was placing old screens in bucket to be disposed of, when he stood up he felt a sharp pain inhis lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11283,ee was using an air wrench repairing cutting edges for a bulldozer. the o-ring slipped on the wrench allowing the pen to come out of socket striking ee on left hand between thumb and forefinge r.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11284,splitting stone- a portion of the stone fell & hit his wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11285,employee was working at the 18 west longwall belt storage unit. he was lifting and pulling belt fabric over a belt winder. he experienced a burning and stinging sensation in his left groin area. a lump appeared in his left groin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11286,injured ee was helping rig up material testing rig. helper was lowering iron tub from turntable when he gave too much slack in cable causing tub to hit injured on hip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,No Value Found -11287,"while loading material on a conveyor belt, felt a pain in back when lifting stone.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11288,"on 6/13/14, the employee requested medical treatment, was taken to the company clinic and was prescribed an antibiotic for left eye conjunctivitis. the employee felt something enter his l-eye while using an air impact wrench to tight bolts on a pipe. he was released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11289,ee was putting straps together on conveyor chain. ee put a chisel between press and the conveyer chain. the chisel came out hitting ee in the left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11290,"while operating a jackleg drill, the drill steel shanked causing the drill to drop which pulling ee's left arm when it dropped. the employee was evaluated and release to ee's normal duties. ee later experience difficulties with ee's arm and will be scheduled for surgical repair to tendon tear on july 15, 2020 (notified the mine on 07/13/2020)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11291,ee was working to clear the pant leg from 1 lime silo to # 2 slacker feeder belt. lime dust was escaping from the inspection port ee had installed an air lance in to get lime to flow. the perspiration on ee's skin caused the lime to activate as the dust landed on his arm and neck. 02/28/2011 - treated for 1st and 2nd degree burns on neck and left forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11292,"ee was unclogging an oz pipe, rotary kiln liquid in pipe ejected out of pipe causing burns on ee's lt. arm and side of chest. burns caused by hot water.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11293,on 4/8/00 the employee experienced pain in his neck & shoulder while bending a roof bolt. he was diagnosed with muscular strain; he returned to work & continued regular duties. follow-up visit with physician on 9/9/02. reoccurrance of 4/8/02 incident. he was taken out of work on 9/10/02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11294,employee accidently cut his knee(l) with a belt knife while cutting a rope hanger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11295,"ee was drilling holes in a dragline swing case seal so it could be removed. in the process,felt something in left eye and tried to wash it out. ee was transported to the er. next day ee was seen by a eye specialist to remove a small piece of metal from the eye, a prescription was given for pain/eye drops and ee was instructed not to return to work for at least 24 hrs. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11296,employee was installing roof bolts from the right side of the continuous miner. ee was holding a drill steel in place with ee's right hand and was attempting to press the lever to dump ee's dust collection box but inadvertently pressed the tilt lever causing ee's finger to be smashed between the drill steel and strap jack.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11297,miner was helping with a derailed rail car. ee reached under railcar to move support. while pulling hand out from under rail car ee's left hand contacted a bur on the metal of the car caused a laceration to the top of ee's hand near the thumb. miner was not wearing gloves at the time. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11298,ee hand scaling and felt pain in low back and right shoulder. ee placed on restricted duty following medical examination.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11299,employee was moving a set of bull gears and caught his left middle finger between the gear and crib and mashed finger. sutures and medical procedure required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11300,"employee was using an excavator to clean out the quarry sump hole. while digging, the machine became unstable and rocked back and forth jarring the employee's lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -11301,advised office ont his date (8-9-00) that he had hurt his back shoveling off surface sand from the scale on 7-26-00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11302,"employees was removing loose finger from the raise. the finger had dust on it and slipped out of his hand mashing left middle finger. this area is a limited space area and does not provide a means of utilizing additional hoisting equipment, meaning the process of this repair requires manual handling.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11303,setting timber strained chest and arms.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11304,miner was holding metal punch used to knock out a pin in a dozer swing frame. hammer used to drive in the pin hit miner's hand. laceration to miner's right middle finger. required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11305,"employee cutting wire mesh hose with utility knife, knife slipped and ee stabbed self in the forearm of left arm",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11306,"the employee used a pry bar, placing one end under the shaft for lifting and positioned the other end on his shoulder, allowing him to lift the bar with his hands and arms while simultaneously pushing it upward with his knees and legs. when he finished the job he realized that his back was sore",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11307,the employee was wiping off a glass beaker after having washed it out. employee cut right hand ring finger on the top of the beaker due to an unnoticed crack in the glass. the cut required stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11308,"checking oil in off road truck, motor went out that raises the hood.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11309,while attempting to remove large rock from gypsum bin rick rolled pinching emloyees left hand between rock and side of bin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11310,"miner was operating palletizer. bagging chair is equipped with seat belt safety switch. safety will not allow conveyor belt to operate unless miner has seat belt fastened. miner removed seat belt, conveyor stopped, and miner stepped onto belt. unknown to miner, female end of seat belt contained clay which allowed conveyor to restart. miner fell on right hip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -11311,employee was working outside in a maintenance shop cleaning threads with a thread tap when the tap broke causing a laceration on employee's left hand requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11312,injury was barring the feeder when he missed the mud he was barring. the bar hit his right pinky finger up against the feeder. he had four stitches and tore the nail off.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11313,maintenance mechanic noticed back was sore at the end of the shift. there was no instantaneous event the ee has a history of back issues. on 12/20/18 the ee went to the dr. and was diagnosed with foot drop and prescribed physical therapy.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11314,"employee was running out pipe on pipe truck while tripping from an exploration drill hole. as he was pulling pipe to front of truck, he strained a muscle in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11315,shoveling material while under conveyor while bent over. pulled back out while reaching for broom.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11316,"a pickup truck wouldn't start. it was in the way for dump truck to back up. owner of alliance sand told employee to push it out of the way. ee then started to push the truck & his hand slipped off the door jam, hit the grab handle, breaking it from the force from slipping & then cut his hand on the broken piece that was still attached to the truck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11317,"on 1/30/07 employee alleged he hurt his lower back, stating he believed it happened on 1/24/2007. his job duties included the following: sweeping, using a forklift, making up boxes, moving product from conveyor belt to the formed box, closing up the completed package, set up pallets for next load.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11318,employees were in the process of replacing spindle seals on the raw mill when a choker broke striking the injured employee on the right side of face. this resulted in two lacerations to the face and fractures to the orbital eye bone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11319,"employee was moving a cathode, as they turned to start walking down a slight slope they slipped, tried to regain balance and let go of the cathode. the cathode landed on the employees right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11320,injured employee was loading galvanised pipe when he cut the palm of his left hand on the sharp edge of the pipe. employee received 5 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11321,employee lifting screen and felt a pin in his groin area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11322,ee walking behind shovel when electrical panel blew off machinery deck of shovel landing on employee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11323,operator was doing maintenance on mill and losing bolt and felt pop in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11324,"maintenance mechanic was working in the sand drying/screening plant. the mechanic was removing a bearing from a magnetic seperator. while attempting to remove the bearing, by tapping with a hammer, a sliver of metal flew into the his left eye. the employee was treated and released from the local er and returned to work that afternoon.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11325,employees was lifting/changing idler racks when he felt a pain in his groin. he sought medical attention and was diagnosed with a hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11326,employee was working on cat excavator tracks attempting to reinsert a roller pin. while striking the pin with a hammer a sliver a metal broke off and enter ee's right calf. metal was removed by emergency clinic and 10 stitches were given. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11327,ee alleges that while he was operating a jackhammer - a piece of metal came off hitting him in the abdomen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11328,ee was opening a discharge valve on silo 17 when the right pinky finger struck the handle on an access door resulting in a fracture of the pinky finger. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11329,"ee knocked piece of metal off roof bolter & cut right little finger. was in progress of ankoring headrive, setting tailpiece.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11330,employee was moving steel track about 70 inches long,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11331,"while cleaning under tank 38, employee picked up large chemical hose to move out of the way and felt a slight pain in lower back area. it did not bother them at the time but did intensify during the night. when they came to work the following day they immediately reported the incident and was taken offsite for assessment. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11332,"employee stated that while he was working on #17 motor air tank re-plumbing, he was hooking up hose and hose sprung hurting his left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11333,"while using a come along to pull section of new tunnel together, an eyebolt broke causing the come along to strike employee in the left arm",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11334,an employee strained his back while loosening a high pressure water line connection.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11335,"employee was installing a roof bolt, as he was pushing the bolt into the mine roof, he felt pain/pop in his wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11336,"ee was holding a pin removal bar, mechanic was striking bar in order to remove the pin. mechanic missed the pin removal bar & hit left wrist of ee's arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11337,was on rear stair-well coming from test lab to main deck. was carrying pans weighing 50-70 lbs of material down stair-well to dispose of. felt sharp pinching in stomach area. put pans down and pain quit.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11338,"lifting on a piece of belt structure and felt pain in lower back. started miussing work 11-28-01, missed 28 & 29 because of injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11339,"mechanic hung tool belt on equipment stored on shelf while placing tool in belt, equipment fell striking employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11340,employee was pulling down a piece of line curtain and felt strain to his left rib cage and back. he continued working until 7/10/06 when he sought medical assessment and began missing work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11341,"employee hit his right index finger with a maul, causing injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11342,replacing park brake on rubber tire dozer. park brake got wedged into the center of the machine and then came loose. brake sprung up and smashed index finger of right hand between park brake assembly and main frame of the machine.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11343,employee was picking up sandbags off pallet and felt a pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11344,employee was cutting a rubber hose with a utility knife when the safety lock on the knife released cutting the employees finger. the laceration required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11345,employee was welding clamp and a piece of channel iron. employee was clamping parts into place and the steel rolled and pinched employee's left ring finger between 2 pieces of steel causing a fracture to his left ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11346,the employee was using a torch to cut a handrail to be replaced. a piece of slag fell into his boot burning his ankle. the employee did not seek medical attention until 5/22/2008 when he felt his ankle was becoming infected.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11347,ee was climbing stairs while lifting a motor and gear rducer when he twisted his rt knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11348,"throwing 50 lb bags at no 3 packer, ee felt sharp pain in middle of back",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11349,"we have a 38"" coal seam. employee was crawling on the mine floor with knee pads.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11350,employee was putting a guard on the horizontal swingshaft. bent over to line up the bolt hole and felt a pain in his lower back. thought to be a minor pain. completed his shift. didn't report it until next morning that he was having severe pains in his lower back & could hardly walk and he couldn't come in to work. was sent to clinic. diagnosed with lumbar sprain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11351,"on the date of accident, employee lifted rock breaker extension and felt pain in abdomen. was not reportable since employee worked with no restrictions until hernia surgery on 05/16/2014. reportable lost time began on 05/19/2014.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11352,ee alleges he was putting straps on a piece of pipe and as he lifted one end of the pipe he felt a pop in his lt. shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11353,injured was pulling rail and the rail caught on far end causing strain to stomach and groin area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11354,"ee was lifting oak block to block up crane when a large splinter lodged into left hand on palm below index finger. ee removed what they thought was the entire splinter. next day, their hand had become swollen, red and painful.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11355,"drill head moved due to partial failure of swing jack, the jack struck employees face and shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11356,employee was barring down and the bar slipped out of his hand and hit him on the side of the face and broke a tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11357,ee was hauling liners on a pullcart. ee had to duck under the catwalk while pulling the cart through. ee felt pain while pulling the cart.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11358,"employee was dragging a bottom roller on the 1st 54 belt line when he mashed his right ring finger, resulting in him receiving 12 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11359,ee was operating coal drill when his hand caughtbetween two pieces of drill steel causing a laceration to his left little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11360,employee reached for drill hole plug and pulled a muscle in her back under the left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11361,"employee was helping to unroll a roll of 2"" poly pipe. when they got to the end of the roll of pipe the end broke and struck the employee across the right ear causing a laceration. sutures were required to close the laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11362,"employee was standing 5' from the head of the miner while the operator was changing bits. he was struck in the chest by a piece of metal. he was wearing a kevlar collar, it went thru the collar. he was taken to the er where they were unsuccessful in removing the sliver. he went to another doctor on 11/26/2010 where they removed the metal. sutures were required. no work missed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11363,"employee was throwing scrap wood into a dumpster. a 2x4 piece of wood bounced back from the dumpster and hit the employee in the back of the head, just below her hard hat.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11364,using torch without gloves and melted rubber landed on hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11365,"ee grabbed a rock that was about 10# past guage, got the rock propped up and it rolled back toward cylinder guage (splitter fingers). cylindar came down and crushed finger against rock and gua ge.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11366,ee was at the explosives magazine. he was trying to open a jammed door (the wood on the back of the door expanded due to moisture). he strained his lower back. he reported the incident but did not seek treatment. on 5/22 he was barring ore in the crusher pit and reinjured his back. he is now being treated by a chiropractor & may be scheduled for further medical treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11367,"the employee was in the process of washing down shields in the longwall seciton, when a chunk of coal blew from the face and struck her hard hat. her hard hat pushed into her safety glasses and her safety glasses pushed into her nose causing a broken cartilage and laceration to her nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11368,"5' electric heater was being moved thru a low head clearance area, not giving enough room for proper lifting procedures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11369,miner was using a hammer and chisel to break a piece of stone when a piece of steel from the chisel flew off and embedded in ee's leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11370,"on 4/20/05, an employee was tramming a drill in the pit, when he drove over a rock jarring his back. he did not want to seek medical treatment at that time. in june he stated he wanted to see a physcian. he was referred to a back specialist and on august 17th 2005 he had a minor back procedure performed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -11371,"ee was removing steel rail lining wall of chute. as ee was attempting to break loose a previously cut section of rail it broke free and fell, pinching the tip of ee's right thumb between it and the rail below, resulting in a closed fracture to the distal end of ee's thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11372,ee positioning hydraulic pump on drill rig; pump slipped; crush injury to right 5th finger; laceration required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11373,maintenance employee was helping to install a differential in a loader. he was using an air jack which he placed on top of a rr tie for easy access. employee's hand was resting on the ground next to tie when jack fell off and impacted hand. employee denied medical treatment until 9/2/08 when we sent him to the hospital for x-rays and discovered his hand was broken.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11374,employee strained his lower back while using a bar to lift the track.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11375,"after hanging a roll of 60"" belt for adding to the belt system, the ee was using a band cutter to cut metal bands off of the roll. one band hit him, on the wrist causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11376,employee was assisting to move an axle when the axle rolled and pinched employee's finger. the finger received a laceration which required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11377,the injured was removing belt structure from the longwall belt on 26 right - no. 4 entry - break no. 6. the structure rolled and ee tried to catch it when ee's left knee buckled and popped.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11378,"employee, a mechanic, strained the muscle on the left side of his back while repairing a backhoe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11379,"ee was building a new conveyer. the ratchet he was using broke and ee fell into the conveyer frame, striking his right shoulder. the shoulder popped when he hit the conveyer. the dr suspects a torn rotator cuff, is currently on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -11380,loading drill steel he felt pain in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11381,the deceased came onto an area of the company owned property that is not in the active mine site and committed suicide.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11382,the employee was cutting off the tip of a tube of calk when the utility knife he was using slipped cutting his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11383,very small piece of metal embedded in right thumb from hammering on miner chain. did not seek medical attention until 08/10/2017. had metal surgically removed at hospital on 08/16/2017. employee missed no work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11384,"while tightening a bolt and nut on shuttle car, wrench slipped causing him to hit back of right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11385,"ee was working on wheel unit of shuttle car when tire moved falling onto ee. ee injury was changed to reportable when ee's condition was downgraded during transit. cause of this incident was lack of concentration. ppe was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, miner proficiency was a factor. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11386,ee was in the process of drilling a raise round in the k-3 open raise. while collaring a drill hole with the stoper drill a loose rock fell andstruck him on the left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11387,"while removing accumulator on hp500, the accumulator fell unexpectedly. while attempting to catch the accumulator, ee's index finger became caught between the accumulator and side of the crusher mainframe. ee's finger was cut through gloves and required 7 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11388,"right hand fingers #3, 4 & 5 were lacerated, 19 total stitches, and finger #4 was fractured caused by pinching in between two 250 lb feeder plates. while prying into position, a plate moved in unexpected direction suddenly. ee had just warned co-worker to keep his hadn out of pinch point.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11389,ee was pushing a pin in hole and caught finger between roofbolt and canopy. reportable only due to stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11390,employee was in the process of cutting a section of discharge line with a saw when his finger slipped off the finger guard and got pinched between the saw housing and the blade retaining bracket causing a laceration to his little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11391,"two mechanics were working on the #2 air slide. they had not disengaged the air valve or shut the manual slide gate. when the loadout operator returned from a safety class & took over loading trucks, he did not know the mechanics were working on the air slide. he switched the knob to load out of #2.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11392,employee was sprayed in the eyes with dawn dish soap resulting in a minor eye abration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11393,"employee was assisting pipefitters in the installation of a 4"" plug valve. the valve slipped pinching left 5th digit between plug valve and saddle. this resulted in a laceration from the tip of the finger to the first joint.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11394,the employee stated he was struck in the head by a falling timber. he was treated at the boone er where he was diagnosed with a strain/sprain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11395,picking up cages and stacking onto truck trailer. bent over to pick up another cage and felt pain in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11396,an employee wearing gloves was manually rotating the fd #1 back mixer to inspect the paddles. while rotating the equipment the cord for the radio got caught on a paddle. when they went to untangle the cord one of the paddles pinched a thumb between the housing. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11397,"electrician was cutting a 5/8"" steel rope cable by hitting it with a hammer. injured ee was walking by the scoop and a metal fragment struck him in the left eye. the fragment pierced the upper eye lid and required removel and a liquid stitch to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11398,employee bends over to loosen some bolts on a mill and felt a strain in his mid to lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11399,three employees were pushing a frozen piece of material off of a conveyor. one employee was using a bar the other two were supporting the frozen piece while baring it off the conveyor. once the piece was off the conveyor one of the employees supporting the frozen pieced noticed his arm was hurting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11400,"while swinging a wooden sledge hammer to break sub loose from kelly, hammer handle broke causing sharp vibration to his right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -11401,injured person was pulling conveyor belt when he strained himself.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11402,screen plug hit him in mouth and broke tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11403,crushed between head of miner and rib.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11404,employee was putting a plate on a roof bolt and struck his middle finger on his left hand against a sharp object on the roof bolter. injury required 4 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11405,"employee and crew were changing out a pull back cable on a t-3 rig, when the employee stuck his finger through the eye on the cable end to finish pushing the pin out. when the pin came out, the head dropped a little and the slack from the weight of the cable was released, pinching his finger in the eye of the cable end.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11406,ee was re-opening a valve. ee was using a hammer to beat the valve. the hammer slipped and struck ee. left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11407,loading front part of a 4-yard bucket onto the cage the chain being used to lift the bucket slipped and bucket landed on miners left foot,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11408,"employee had his finger under a stone and a co-worker moved the stone when he was not ready. skin tear, left index finger, restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11409,employee was rolling an 20 inches metal tire toward an truck to be loaded when a sharp metal burr caused by pressing the tire onto rim cut his left finger. employee received three stitches in his left ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11410,employee strained back while lifting jackleg,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11411,ee was putting a sand pipeline together-part of pipe was being moved with trackhoe. operators swung pipe around and hit ee on right thigh causing trauma & hematoma.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11412,employee was moving a plate up the steps between screens vs-2b & vs-3b and felt a strain in his lower back. he was carrying the plate with the listed witness.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11413,"employee on 5-31-00 was pushing beam into place over grates, experienced pain to groin area. at this point and time employee report only. employee had a inguinal hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11414,"employee finished driving a 5-foot bolt with a jackleg and was retracting the driver when a 6""x4""x1"" rock peeled from the hanging wall. the rock struck the employee on the nose resulting in a laceration and stitches. employee missed one work shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11415,employee was applying mastic on a vessel. he was crossing over an insulated fitting when his knee struck a small protruding piece of the metal jacketing causing a laceration to the inner side of his right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11416,organzing wall forms neatly to relocate with the lull. ee was manually shifting the wall panels that weighted about 250lbs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11417,ee was moving a box from a cart to a pallet. while doing so the box slipped causing some discomfort in ee's left wrist. ee had left wrist evaluated on 10/23/17 and was diagnosed with a sprained left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11418,the employee was lowering a track air lock door into a scoop bucket by hand when he pinched his right ring finger between the door and the scoop bucket. the employee began losing time as of 6/30/09.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11419,"shoveling at #36 crosscut on no #1 belt line picked up shovel full of coal to put on belt and felt a sharp pain in lower back, he finished out the shift and went to doctor the next day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11420,"employee coming down a ladder, reached up to grab sample bucket, missed a step and caught himself with his right hand causing strain to his right shoulder",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from ladders -11421,while ee was working on #2 pebble mill--new feed spout--dust was falling and got into his eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11422,employee was getting in the scoop deck when his utility knife came open and got underneath him causing laceration to right hip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11423,a fully trained miner was moving track rail with a stone bar when ee experienced a pain in lower back. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11424,"while using a box cutter to cut zip ties, individual cut rt. index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11425,"ee was operating a shearere on the longwall face. he cut the top of his shoulder on a hook on the underside of a shield as he was walking down the longwall face. the cause of the accident was awareness. there was not any damage to the mining operation or the equipment. the injury did not involve compliance, job skills, proficiency, training or attitude. safety items or devices were",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11426,"while changing a hydraulic pump, the employee and a coworker were lifting a small junction cable box to tie it into position. muscle strain to lower back. injury was initially minor in nature; on 2/24/06 physical therapy was requested, making the injury reportable to msha.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11427,employees were removing chute work below the #7 screen. while supporting the chute with a boom truck the hardware was removed from flanges to split the chute at a joint. after removing the hardware a hammer was used to strike the chute to dislodge it. when the chute came apart it shifted to one side breaking through a hand rail and striking the employee on the right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -11428,the employee was using an airlance to clean out a chute when his left hand became pinched between the chute and the airlance.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11429,"the employee was cooking his dinner on the stove and the oil in the pan caught on fire. as the injured put out the fire, he burned his hand. the doctor treated the burn with prescription med ication.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11430,"while installing 12' jemar bolts with mech bolter. operator brought boom down to change steel, set boom on ground, did not see it was sitting on a rock, when helper proceeded to change steel, boom slipped off rock, hitting side of right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11431,"ee handed ie a metal liner. when ie grabbed liner and twisted to set down, ie felt a sharp pain up back. hand and foot went numb - pain in upper back. ie was taken to health care center. work release reads may return tomorrow if able to work without taking pain medicine to do light duty. needs follow up 3-4 days for further evaluation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11432,"co-worker was attempting to align a metal liner in a finish mill, and while striking the casting with a metal sledgehammer, a small piece of the metal casting struck the injured miner and became embedded in the miners neck. due to the position of the metal minor surgery was required to remove the embedded metal.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11433,injured was handling roof plates when a piece of metal cut his rt.index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11434,"employee was assisting another employee to load a trunion cap for a d11r dozer onto the bumper of a service truck. while placing the cap on the bumper, the trunion cap rolled over the end of t he middle and third finger of his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -11435,employee felt a sudden pain in his right arm as he attempted to a lift a 38-lb. plastic tote box onto the back of a supply vehicle. employee ruptured the distal biceps tendon on his right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11436,employee was repositioning a battery when it fell unto their foot causing a fracture behind toes ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11437,a miner was hit in next to ee's left ear with a rock that bounced off a chute after being freed by a different miner.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11438,"employee stated that he went to kick battery breaker off to lock and tag out for next shift. it was hard to kick off so i pushed real hard, something popped and burned in my left shoulder. employee later went off work to have surgery. while off work, he had surgery on both shoulders.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11439,"on 11/20/04 ee reported that he had continual pain in his neck, shoulder and elbow & numbness in his hands mostly on his right side. he said he hit his head on a steel beam over a year ago & used a chipping gun. he said he was not getting any medical treatment. on 1/3/05 ee indicated he was getting medical treatment and may get carpal tunnel surgery. wc carrier investigating.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11440,employee was trimming rubber skirting on a conveyor belt with a knife and slipped and cut right forearm needing stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11441,"the worker was helping to build a cement block wall. he was mixing cement. the worker had a bag of cement slip out of his hands. the bag hit the mortor pan, flipping the pan end up in the air, splashing cement in his face, knocking his glasses and hard hat off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11442,draw rock fell striking miner operator on calf of right leg and top of right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11443,"lifting wooden blocks, smashed hand with second block.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11444,as the employee swung the roof bolter head around the foot jack mashed his foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11445,ee was walking backwards moving a seciton of water pipe/when he stepped in a drain and strained his back ee started missing work 6-26-03 and is under dr. care at this time incident has been un der investigation pending dr diagnosis.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11446,"while installing bearings in rear suspension bore of a water truck, suspension fell and struck employee hand resulting in a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11447,"cleaning out gabion grizzly, rocks get jammed and emplyee has to either pry or push the rocks out of the grizzly. employee was using a sledge hammer to get the rocks lose and pulled something in his right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11448,"a valve for the lid lift sys. on a isc 77 crusher stuck in the open position letting the pressure off the hydraulics. this allowed the lid to descend. employee didn't install the safety pin in the lift system to prevent this before doing maintenance. as they moved the lid over for inspection, it descended unnoticed and pinched ee's finger between the lid and a hold down loop.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11449,"ee was using a rope and a hole board tied to a roof strap to help untangle a roof bolter cable on a reel. while pulling the cable by hand he was standing underneath the board. the board slipped free and hit him on the shoulder. he worked until he had surgery on may 21, 2004",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11450,were splicing a belt together with a monkey. onebar slipped causing ee to mash his right thumb against the structure. ee saw the e.r. dr. at the williamson memorial hospital in williamson wv. the dr sutured his thumb & told ee to take a couple of days off.l,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11451,while sledging track pin in track a sliver of steel went into wrist of employee,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11452,"employee claims that when he woke up on the morning of 4-5-00, his left shoulder was in pain. he stated that there was no incident at work on the previous day that could have caused him injury . his doctor said it was bursitis and later determined it was a shoulder sprain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11453,employee got his finger smashed from a rock on the rollers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11454,"while employee was in the process of fixing a torn belt, employee placed one hand under belt and drilled through belt and made contact with gloved hand creating a circular injury to right pointer finger resulting in 8 stitches",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11455,started to lift timber and felt pain in groin area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11456,"steam 3 chute plugged up, cleared chute with water hose, threw hose down to next level to clear pan under belt. needed more hose to reach further and it was stuck on top plate. pulled hose across my body to free it. felt pain in left shoulder immediately. continued working. went off on april 2, 2018 to have surgery on shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11457,employee stated ee was lifting a belt scraper when ee felt pain in ee's lower back and both legs resulting in sprain / strain injury and lost work days.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11458,while running a jammer employee hit some backfill and some dust got in eyes. he went to the er and got a pescription eye medication and two restricted days which made this medical reportable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11459,the employee was pulling on a rachet to remove a bolt from a cyclone coupling and pulled something in is back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11460,employee was assisting miner operator hang miner cable when the cable rolled back and hyper-extended the thumb of left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11461,ee was helping mechanic adjust thrust rods on bolter head. ee pulled on pipe wrench causing him to pull shoulder area. rt. shoulder started to hurt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11462,"ee was tightening a valve with a bar, the bar slipped and struck his upper lip. sutures were required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11463,ee had been jack hammering out old pump base then loading concrete into wheelbarrow to take out of area. he was moving fully loaded wheelbarrow the ee tripped on a piece of concrete causing hi m to lose his balance he did not fall however weight of load caused him to strain himself where he pulled to regain his balance.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11464,while shoveling material from under the conveyor the ee stated that the shovel came into contact with a return roller and subsequntly the ee came into contact with the same roller.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11465,while unplugging chute with a metal rod the supervisor stuck his hand up past the pnuematically operated gate. the gate then closed on his right wrist crushing it. there was no fracture but th ere is possible nerve damage supervisor is on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11466,ee was pulling heavy cable from an old cable tray that was being replaced when he felt a twinge across his mid-section. ee continued to feel worse as the shift proceeded. ee has an umbilical hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11467,"an employee had been building cribs under the feeder and as ee was trying to keep balance, ee's right index finger got between two pieces of metal near the jack area smashing the finger. the employee was brought outside and taken to the hospital where it was determined ee would lose part of the finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11468,"employee bumped elbow stacking bags. he did not go to a doctor as he thought the soreness would go away. he went to the doctor to be checked on 11/23/04. we were not certain that that the elbow problem was due to what had happened in july, however we have no substantiation otherwise. therefore we are treating it as a workman's comp. case.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11469,employee was moving a rock and upon setting it down the rock smashed his middle finger on his right hand leaving him with a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11470,"while plugging hole on the bottom of airshaft, ee using an air/water jack hammer drill. was splashed in the eyes with damp shavings produced from drilling. he was wearing safety glasses at the time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11471,was moving miner cable over to the rib in #4 entry 3rd north panel and felt pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11472,"ee was knocking down a brattice using a sledge hammer. as he hit the brattice with the hammer, he mashed his little finger on his left hand, causing a hair line fracture and laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11473,"employee stated that while building cribs, the crib shifted in the mud and fell over, hitting him in the lower back. restricted duty reportable 06/26/08.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11474,the employee's left little finger was mashed between a water line coupling and the roof bolter bumper. ee was treated at broaddus hospital where ee received two sutures to the little finger. the employee was released to work full duty and returned to work on ee's next scheduled shift 7/25/20.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11475,employee was climbing ladder to haul truck and felt a sharp pain in his lower back. delay in reporting due to misdiagnosis by doctor. doctor stated the pain was caused by a fractured vertebrae from a fall. the employee had not fallen and went for a second opinion where a pinched nerve consistent with the activity was diagnosed making the injury reportable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11476,he was trying to hang the wrench back on the hook when it slipped from his hand & fell on the foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11477,"a rock slid off buggy, 2' x 1' x 3"" and fell on his left foot. broke his little toe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11478,"ee was positioning compressor into place using a bar and prying motion when he felt a tightness in lower back area. ee sought chiropractic care and had some lost time, thus constituting msha reportability.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11479,"ee was hammering a bolt on a gear box at the rewash plant, a piece of the hammer broke off and hit him in the chin, he thought he just cut it and put a bandaid on it. 9-10-08 he reported to another ee (spanish) so he could interpret. ee can feel something in his chin and a magnet can pull on the embedded object.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11480,"the ee was moving buggy anchor when he lacerated right hand, requiring 16 sutures on a piece of wire that was tied to a roof bolt plate.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11481,"while attempting to connect a 2"" airline with victaulic fittings the pipe slipped, striking the employee on the right hand. the blunt force impact broke the ring finger knuckle of his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11482,"while tightening lug nuts on a mantrip, the wheel stud broke causing the employee to lose balance and to fall rolling the right ankle underneath ee. ee finished the shift and was taken to the hospital on 7/24/2020 where ee was referred to an orthopedic specialist on 7/28/2020. there ee was diagnosed with a distal fibula fracture and was taken off work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -11483,"employee was unchaining tubs on semi-trailer. when he released the tightner on one of the chains, the bar snapped backwards and hit him in the nose. diagnosis: fractured nose",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11484,ee was moving a 55 gal.drum he tilted the drum too far & he had to strain to get the drum back in control. he felt pain in lower left abdomen. after urologist examined & treated ee it was their opinion that the problem was probably caused by trauma & therefore work related. ee is on light duty at present.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11485,while checking roof employees hammer slipped striking ee in the mouth chipping his tooth. he went to the dentist on 03/17/04 to get work done making this report a medical.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11486,"the employee was pulling the jackleg drill steel out of the hole he just finished drilling. his elbow hit the opposite rib, causing a small cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11487,employee bent down and grabbed a bed rail and tossed in out of the roadway and felt pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11488,"while working on a v-1 inlet spool, james reached the spool to loosen the stud and felt a charlehorse""in his upper left arm. jamie states ""charlie horse"" only lasted about 1 minute but as the morning progressed, and he continued exerting himself, he felt burning in same area. upon examination examination by the company physician, the ee was placed on temporary restriction.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11489,ee was installing a chute on a return belt. he was using a pry bar to align the bolt holes. he turned to speak with another ee and felt pain in his chest. he reported the incident and was directed to seek medical attention.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11490,"ee was attempting to empty the coating pocket. at the same time, another ee, who was not aware of his position, sprayed the coating from above him with water. this resulted in his being burnt by the steam and lime dust.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11491,contract employee (id #5uf) smashed his right hand while exiting the scoop. he caught his hand between the scoop door and the canopy.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11492,ee was grinding on kiln in cement plant. dust fell behind his safety glasses & entered his right eye. he did not seek medical attention until 12-24. physician indicated return to work 12-28.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11493,"employee was changing the motor on pump. when the torch was turned on to warm bolts to loosen, fire flashed. employee was taken to area hospital and remains off work, making this a lost time accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11494,"working on trying to keep water from going into the mine due to a storm. helping pump water in the pit area when called to go to #1 unit due to a continuous miner being down, took off his extremely wet gloves while traveling into the mine. he hit the antenna switch for the air lock doors that had the end of the wire hooked up ward causing it to cut his middle left finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11495,employee was jacking a man bus on the track when employee pushed down on the bar the jack slipped and caused employee to give away injuring lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11496,while bolting ee turned around to move back to his controls and twisted his knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11497,"while cleaning up around a ditch pump, ee turned on a water hose and while attempted to unravel it she slipped and fell on both knees. did not seek treatment until 3/29/2006. the claim was protested based on time of medical treatment but later was determined on may 16, 2006 to be work related.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -11498,ee was uncoupling a hydraulic hose with tension on it & when he unhooked it the hose struck his face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11499,"in the process of replacing old piping in the mill employee was dragging a 9 foot long 12"" diameter steel pipe out of the mill. the pipe snaged on a low concrete containment wall and swung sideways and hit the maintenance worker in left knee",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11500,employee was working on an excavator 336 and was removing the belly pan. the excess built up material on the pan was too heavy and the pan fell on the employee's foot. the corner of the pan landed on the top of the employee's left boot. it punctured a hole in the boot causing the injury to the foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11501,"employee was in a manlift using a wooden ""t"" shaped 2x4 constructed tool to lift off and remove roofing tin @ equipment maint shop. there were finishing up when the top cross section of 2x4 cracked and broke and fell down striking him on the left wrist, result dislocation of small bone in left wrist",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11502,"employee was unloading timbers from a scoop bucket and 2 of them were frozen together and he strained his groin while trying to pull them out of the bucket. he has been diagnosed with an inguinal hernia which will require surgery. he started missing work on feb. 12, 2014.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11503,"employee was using a 3lb hammer to perform maintenance on rollers. when employee lifted and started to swing hammer, ee sprained ee's right arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -11504,"bending down beside cm frame in shop. stepped on hyd.hose attached to jack, pulled jack down onto his left hand causing injury. x-ray positive, fracture to had behind left pinky finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11505,employee was helping the welder slide a piece of steel in place and felt a pop in his groin area. he was not lifting improperly or straining.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11506,the miner was helping to do a belt move and was throwing belt structure near the belt to install. after releasing a piece while throwing the miner felt a pain in his back. no horse play or safety violation was the cause. compliance with rules and regs not a factor. protective items or training not a factor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11507,"employee reported pain in mid back after stacking bags of sand, and requested the ee be seen by doctor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11508,"a miner's fall protection lanyard hook got caught on a railing behind ee when ee climbed down a ladder. at the bottom of the ladder ee felt the tension and turned just in time for the hook to retract toward ee, striking ee in the face and breaking two teeth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11509,vacuum hose was plugged and ee was feeling hose for vibration so he knew where the plug was. he couldn't tell without taking off his gloves. when he found the plug he cut the hose and also cut the tip of his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11510,employee was using a bar to open the slide at the bottom of a rail car. while he was using the bar it bounced up and hit his finger on the left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11511,"the mechanic and a co-worker were in process of installing cutting edges on #1014, d11 bulldozer. while lifting a cutting edge with the boom and chain from the mechanic's truck, the eyelet on the cutting edge suddenly broke loose causing it and the chain to fly up and strike him on his hand. he sustained a laceration to his left hand as a result.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11512,while shoveling the #98-a sump located on the 5th floor of the prep plant the employee felt a pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -11513,"ee was standing next to a conveyor belt chiseling open a stone. a stone on the conveyor belt broke and a piece of broken stone fell on his left heel, lacerating it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11514,employee was taking cutting edge off of 309 blade when he cut between his right index and middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11515,"while sliding a heavy steel member on table, ee pulled something in lower back. wrote it on 1st aid board & con't to work. on the 27th & 28th, he tweaked it again & told supervisor. dr. told him light duty, which makes this a lost time because of shop policy. he is supposed to get an mri.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11516,ee was cleaning between impact rollers on feeder with a bar when his bar get caught between the roller and hopper above. his hand got caught between the bar and the roller cutting his hand betwen his thumb and forefinger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11517,"the employee stated that while hanging high voltage cable, a chain he was using became fouled, when freed, it swung around and struck him in the mouth, resulting in a chipped top front tooth. the injury was caused by the employee's inattention to the use of the chain instead of a softer material like a nylon rope.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11518,"ee overloaded shovel, it was heavier than he expected due to the difference in material (coal,fines,rocks,clays). ee was cleaning material from the conveyor where it was clogged up.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11519,carrying a tipple conveyor belt - twisted back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11520,"ee was pulling on a 3"" air hose when he felt pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11521,the employee was greasing the plant and rock fell between the screen and guard. the rock struck him on the lip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11522,"while installing the track on the 34 shovel, employee was spotting the shovel and was struck in the chest area by a piece of metal. the piece came off the track or idler. the employee was standing about 30 feet away. he removed the metal and was taken in for treatment, received stitches and was told not to work the next day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11523,employee was shoveling ice chunks and stone off of conveyor belts at crusher plant. reported lower back pains on 2/20/07 to supervisor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11524,employee was assisting in making a splice in the shuttle car cable. he was cutting off the outer jacket of the cable and cut his finger with a utility knife.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11525,"constructing an intake stopping, working on his knees, he turned to pull an 8 lb. bucket of plaster over to the stopping and experienced pain to his low back region. this was reported to his supervisor the following day. approximately 33 days later, he reported he had a hernia to his groin area. started missing workdays 1/16/07.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11526,shoveling dirt piles he felt shoulder pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11527,"employee was using an air arc, had face shield and safety glasses on. employee lifted shield, had not pushed the air release button on gouging torch which blew debris into the air. employee did not feel anything in the eye until that night and did not seek medical attention or report until the next day. the eye doctor removed a small particle of rust from the eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11528,tried to cross a slow moving chain belt used for carrying filled bags and got his hand caught between this chain belt and an idler a pinch point. the chain belt tore up the palm of his hand ri ght.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11529,"ee unloading roll of belt on surface. while guiding crane, hook twisted, causing right hand to be caught between hook and metal frame encasing belt. resulted in 7 sutures to right middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11530,"employee was cleaning out a chute hang in the return spout and he was using a rod to poke it out with and he bumped his elbow on a wall. employee was sent to the dr and was treated conservativ ely, until 11/8/00 when the dr aspirated the bump on his elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11531,"while moving a yield sign on a skid, the employee's right pinky finger became trapped between the skid and the ground. the employee jerked his finger free and in doing so caused a fracture to the tip of the finger and a laceration that took eleven sutures to close. after treatment, the employee was given a full duty release from the er doctor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11532,employee was working on a coal hauler when he twisted to pick up a tool and felt a sharp pain in his lower right side of his back. employee stayed on the job until 3/14/2013 when he went to doctor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11533,employee right ring finger caught in between the trunnion end cap tapper and the oil stand pipe while installing the trunnion end cap on the sw pier 5 on kiln 1. the finger sustained six stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11534,"cutting belt for skirt on tail piece, box knife slipped cutting left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11535,"employee was cleaning the oven in the staff room. she states her arm and shoulders began to ache. since that time, she states she has felt very weak and unable to keep her arms lifted for an extended period of time. she was unable to explain why it took a week and a half to report it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11536,the adjusting bar on the gate on the transfer box 15a caused a pinch point to the box - pinched employees forth (ring) finger right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11537,"while exiting the basket of a ""genie"" 45' manlift the employee lifted himself up to exit the basket. while doing so his left shoulder popped/dislocated out of socket.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11538,"a rock fell off of the table and hit a 2 by 4, the 2 by 4 flew up and hit him in his right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11539,"ee in an attempt to remove broken bolts from a dozer track pad, lacerated the heel of his gloved left hand. ee had positioned his left hand along the outer edge of the pad, then manhandled the freed pad towards him, when it slid into the adjacent pad pinching his hand. the ee was taken to the kayenta health clinic where the laceration was sutured. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11540,"employee was attempting to get the second drill steel extension into the drill chuck. the drill steel kicked back as he was raising the drill head and hit his wrist. cause of this injury was safety awareness and drill head not adjusted properly. compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, ppe not a factor, miner knowledge could be a factor, mining equipment a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11541,"employee was drilling hole in roof for a roof bolt and went to change out a piece of steel, when it fell on his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11542,employee was drilling a gas hole when he went to remove the steel and they fell out of the hole onto his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11543,employee was cutting and welding on to apron of 631 scraper. when lifting the loft sheet of metal twisted back feeling a sharp pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11544,employee was changing a bit on a roof bolter drill steel. he tripped and placed his right hand on the loaded bolt carousel to brace himself. his right pinky finger contacted the corner of a roof bolt plate causing a small laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11545,"installing tooth on ld995 corner adapter, tooth slipped off and dropped approximately 4"", injuring left middle and ring finger. diagnosed with small fracture to fingertip, one fingernail removed by doctor. fingers were bandaged and employee was released on light duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11546,employee was cutting scrap hdpe pipe with a chain saw when the saw slipped striking employee in the right foot. this resulted in a laceration to the foot. saw went through his steel toed boot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11547,employee was pulling on a cable and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11548,the ee was handling crib to jack up the pan on the miner when he mashed his left finger. ee got stitches in his left finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11549,"stood large rock on edge, turned and reached for hammer and chisel. rock fell on leg spraining rt. mcl.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11550,employee was attempting to loosen a brake line fitting on a surface drill when the fitting suddenly broke loose causing him to strike his right elbow on the roller frame of the drill.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11551,while placing a wrench on a cam nut the wrench slipped and fell to the deck where the employee's hand was located. the wrench struck the employee's right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11552,"setting up a hoist to lift gear cover off an engine. injured employee was giving commands to mine mechanic who was running the hoist remote. injured employee had said ""hold on"" but the mine mechanic continued to lift, causing tension on the chain and pinning ee's finger against a water pipe. the injured employee suffered a pinching laceration that required 12 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11553,operator reported back pain while operating bull dozer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -11554,"iw was grouting a finished hole through a packer when the pressure started to push the packer out of the hole. iw took a 36"" pipe wrench and attached it to the packer to try and hold it from coming completely out. the packer then surged out of the hole and pinched left middle finger between the wrench and foot clamp. this caused a laceration that required sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11555,employee was removing a broken drill steel from the fletcher drill. he received a steel sliver in his right index finger. the finger became infected and he had to go to the doctor on 01/17/2008 for treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11556,"while setting the 10th 54 tail piece, the roof jack fell, striking ee on the back of his head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11557,putting alcohol in the compressor on the fuel/service truck. he actuated the wrong valve on the alcohol injector. the alcohol blew past his safety glasses and into his eyes. he was taken to th e hospital er to have his eyes examined. he received eye drops fro the irritation. he returned to work and completed his shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11558,employee was reaching for an impact gun when a rock fell from an unknown location and struck a pry bar that was thrown into ee's left bicept.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11559,injured was unloading a flat car. he lifted an acetylene tank and injured his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11560,employee was washing floor when the water hose got hung on chute of vibrator. he pulled the hose and felt a sharp pain in his left knee. employee continued to work up until a doctor took him off work on 7/10/15.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11561,"ee was clearing a ""bridge"" out of the vsi crusher using a bar and hammer. when ee struck the bar with the hammer, a piece of bar broke off and struck the ee in the left forearm. piece was removed by dr. and 7-8 stitches were administered.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11562,"ee was taking down a valve block on a shield. when the bolts came loose, the valve block fell and hit ee's right index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11563,"after completing his dozer pre-op, the operator was adjusting the armrest to his comfort. the armrest was not sliding with ease. operator grabbed the armrest with both hands and rocked the armrest, while applying a downward pressure. the armrest suddenly gave and the left middle finger was smashed between the armrest and metal dash. the cut required stitches to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11564,"employee states that as he was cutting a piece of wood with an ax, he struck his left index finger, resulting in a laceration requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11565,two employees were lifting a piece of garbage metal approximately 80lbs off a service truck while doing this employee felt a pulled a muscle in stomach which then became a hernia ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11566,ee was helping remove a collector chute from the screening plant and while it was being lowered it swang and struck the ee on the right side of his head. laceration required 7 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11567,employee ground cables to a cable tray and employee reached overhead and felt a strain in left groin which was determined to be an inguinal hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11568,the technician was greasing on the sample system when his right hand was caught between tertiary blade cutter and a limit switch bracket; lacerating the palm of his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11569,"the injury occurred when the employee was attempting to separate two lengths of 1"" water hose. as the employee was holding the joiner nipple with one hand and striking the coupler with his rap wrench, he inadvertently struck his hand causing the laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11570,employee was using a rod to loosen material in a hopper. when the material broke free his arm came down and struck a metal plate that caused a laceration on his right forearm. employee required 4 stitches to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11571,"the injured was using a hammer to split wooden wedges when he experienced a sharp pain in his lt. shoulder. he, along with 2 others were in the process of building a permanent stopping. the original accident date was 7/18/03, the injured did not miss work until 8/5/03.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11572,"employee was shoveling ore. he was making a ""crossing over his body"" motion with the shovel full of ore and in the process twisted his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11573,"employee was banging out screens and he got dust in his eye. he was wearing safety goggles, but somehow some dust got through.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11574,"while jacking a wrecked car back onto the track, employee caught hand between coupling and supply car.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11575,"he was carrying a bucket of shearer bits to the face when he lost footing and felt pain in his right knee. he was continued to work at his regular job, and was eventually diagnosed with a complex tear of the medial meniscus with advanced degenerative changes of the medial knee. occupational illnes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11576,employee was operating a cutting torch when the gas line burst causing a flash burn. he received 1 & 2nd degree burns to the face and neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -11577,"ie was driving ""boomer"" rings in to a longwall shield leg with a hammer. ie missed striking the ring and struck right index finger causing a laceration to ee's index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11578,ee was opening a gate in the cement line when pressure left in the line caused a puff of cement dust to blow into both eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11579,"ee placed hand in blower vent. fan motor cut ee's right, middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11580,chain jack came loose letting feeder mechanism swing free. the mechanism knocked employee against the concrete wall.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11581,"contract employee was using a razor knife to cut a hard plastic lid protector on a quart can, the knife slipped and ee cut ee's wrist. cause of injury was cutting towards self and hand placement. compliance with company rules and miner proficiency a factor, ppe, mining equipment/system not a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11582,"while removing windows for cleaning, the frame of the window came apart. as the individual reached for the falling window, the window came in contact with the floor, his hand struck the bare glass and was cut requiring 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11583,"the employee was installing a discharge cover on a water pump. once in position, the employee began to push the housing toward the pump. the pushing movement caused one of the chain hooks to twist allowing the hook to disengage. the housing dropped approximately 2 feet and struck the employee's right foot above the safety toe",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11584,lowering belly pan on d11 dozer. come - a long slipped and crushed finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11585,ee was grinding wear strips and foreign body went in left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11586,tearing down crusher - getting ready to move to new location - moving wood blocks from bunker and stacking them - while moving a block lost control and dropped it on right foot,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11587,injured was operating a twin head roof bolter. as he dropped the boom (pod) his foot slipped and went under the boom and broke his foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11588,"employee states while working under #4 shuttle car on #2 unit a large amount of material fell on ee (coal, dirt) fell landing in ee's eyes and in ee's left ear. took employee to er at baptist health in madisonville and received antibiotic eye drops. employee back to work next shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11589,"employee was removing rocks from roadway by hand, employee stated that he felt a pop coming fromhis shoulder area, employee was complaining of injury, was sent to carrol county hospital for treatment. doctor requested light duty for 1 week.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11590,"i was showing an employee a proper stacking pattern for 50 lb bags on a pallet and as i was turning i felt a sharp pain and heard a popping sound in my right knee, also quite a bit of pain. ee - plant manager st. cloud mining co. - ash meadows plant p.s. i'm also the injured employee",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11591,employee was lifting and carrying 16' osha planks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11592,employee was attempting to cap off concrete block brattice when brattice fell over. concrete block struck employee's lower left leg. employee sustained a simple fracture to the left lower leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11593,ee was cleaning on #2 belt at 5 brk when he felt burning sensation in his right arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11594,"while cutting holes in a piece of belting to be used as a curtain on a dewaterings screen at the sand plant, ee was on the 7th hole and standing while cutting toward his body, the utility knife came off the belt bringing the knife across his right thigh leaving approx a 1.5 cm laceration just above his knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11595,"employee was ducking under the dryer to look at gear when a bolt sticking out of the dryer knocked off his hard hat. when he reacted to catch it, another bolt struck him on the top of his head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11596,"employee reported he was working as a trayman under the precipitator getting ready to use the bobcat to remove hydrate from area 345. when he stepped upward, he missed the cross member step, resulting in the inner aspect of his lower right leg slipping between the bucket and the step. two inch superficial abrasion resulted from the contact with the step. seen by rn & md on 8/4/14.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11597,employee believes he received injury while climbing ladders and bending knees.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11598,"ee was separating two flat slabs of stone using a crow bar. as he lifted up on the bar, he sustained a strain to his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11599,"ee pulled out a rear idler on d10n-6 & had removed the new idler from the crate. he then lowered the old idler into the crate & removed the lifting straps. he then tried to lift the crate w/the used idler, when the crate failed & the idler fell onto his left ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11600,employee was standing on #36 shield and began advancing #35 shield when emulsion fluid from a blown base lift hit him in the face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11601,"ee was splitting stone with hammer & chisle whenslab split off ee reached out to grab it the weight of the slab was more than he estimated, slabsmashed hand & wrist to ground",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11602,employee was welding and a piece of metal flew into his right eye. pain and welding.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11603,employee was walking down a flight of stairs. a trap door designed to cover the stairwell jarred loose. the door unwound on a winch and struck him on the top of the head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11604,"ee was struck on the forehead by a piece of conduit, while cleaning #2 centrifuge.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11605,"employee was lifting a metal cover on a diesel scoop when he felt pain in his groin. he continued working until october 7, 2013 when he started losing time",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11606,employee was washing mud off of hauler when it splashed back into his eye. employee was issued prescription and restricted duty was encountered.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11607,ee was using a puller to remove a bearing & counterweight from a tyler screen. one of the pullerbolts broke & the puller fell striking the ee's left little toe. the toe was fractured & taped to the next toe for support,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11608,"in pump room of dredge taking bell housing off of the pto. the housing was stuck on the shaft so they used a portapower to remove it. the housing suddenly shot off of the shaft about 8"" striking the employees right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11609,"while performing maintenance on plant, employee sustained a superficial laceration on knee while cutting a belt into sections.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11610,while knocking a strap off a piece of steel flew in his upper arm,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11611,"bates contractor was loading his drill supplies on the tray of the drill, he was loading glue and struck his right forearm on a 6 inch stack of plates already on the tray resulting in a laceration requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11612,employee states something got in their eye while welding. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11613,"ee was cutting laminated glass using denatured alcohol from a 1 gal can. somehow the alcohol inside the can was ignited, and blew the bottom of the can off. burning alcohol sprayed onto the ee, causing extensive 2nd degree burns to the front of ee's body. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11614,"not reported until april 6. ee went to see dr. on april 6 and was placed on restriced duty. wrench slipped off bolt, ee fell backward and down hitting his back on lower hand rail.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -11615,"employee was tightening bolts on a 36 inch flange, slipped off of pipe and fell 4 1/2 to 5 feet on the concrete below, causing a laceration to the left hand and a fracture to the right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -11616,"main east tailgate west. ee was helping the miner rib pinner line the bolt wrench up with rib bolt. ee then put his hand on the drill & started to turn to return to his miner bolter position. when the rib drill was extended to tighten the bolt, the end of 2 of ee's fingers were caught between the drill and the drill stop.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11617,employee's were removing table shoe's from spokane crusher with a sledge hammer when a sliver of steel flew off and embedded in employee's forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11618,hose blew off jackhammer and hit in mouth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11619,"ee was working with a group to move drill into position. they were lifting a cable down from a junction box to get ready for connection. as they were lowering it, ee felt a pain in his rt shou lder. he sought medical care when symptoms would not subside & was ordered physical therapy. mri revealed a tear in the shoulder musculature on 4/30/02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11620,"while scaling a high wall with an excavator and hammer attachment, rock debris rolled off the edge and bounced through the equipment front window. glass shards cut the back of the operators hands.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11621,"while lifting a belt rope, injured stated he felt something pull, along with a burning sensation in his lower right rib.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11622,employee was splicing conveyor belt and the cribbing that was used to hold belt fell down 5 ft. when he was pulling conveyor belt off' smashed his left forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11623,employee manually handling 100# bags of sand and strained back. did not report until 08/25/2010. placed on restricted duty by doctor 08/26/2010.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11624,employee had obtained two fm-20 samples from the production cone and one belt stream sample of cm-7 in the morning. employee then went to the qc lab where he was in the process of splitting down a sample. employee discarded half the sample into a 5-gallon bucket (approx. 30lbs) at waist height when he felt a sharp pain in the upper part of his back resulting in a strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11625,the employee was fabricating a locker. sometime during this a piece of cinder lodged in the employee's eye. at 3:00 pm the employee noticed that his eye was red and irritated. on monday he tho ught that he had received a welding burn and was using welders eye drops to relieve the irritation and told his supervisor that it felt a little better. by thurs. his eye was still sore & red,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11626,employee was struck by a piece of drawrock and cut head and broke nose.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11627,"employee was struck by rock on left forearm, stitches reuquired.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11628,the ee state that he flipped the drill steel that was stuck in the roof. the steel separated at the coupler and the steel hit him in the face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11629,"while shoveling rock from a walkway to a conveyor, ee felt a pain in his back. this event was initially treated as a first aid since the ee was able to perform his normal duties within the restriction. after a follow-up on 2-10-2005, his restrictions were extended a month and physical therapy added, changed this injury to a reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11630,smashed finger on chopper line crew,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11631,ee was removing dust collector bags from collector when he felt a pain in the left side of his neck. some of the bags were half full of dust.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11632,"while cleaning a suction hose on the roof bolter, the employee lacerated his thumb on a piece of metal at the hose connection. the ee received 7 stitches in his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11633,"dozer op. decided on his own that he was working 3:1 slope on hollow fill. the op. was told that he wasn't to get on the slope, but he did anyway. op. backed too far down slope and went off a washout area on the next slope. inexperienced op. caused the accident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -11634,"bent over and picked up high voltage cable, felt something pop in lower back. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11635,ee getting out of drill. he hit his arm on windshield wiper and cut his arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11636,"ee was working recovering conveyor belt structure from a belt entry. as she picked up a top beltcradle she felt pain in her rt. shoulder. note: ee worked 7/1/01 midnight shift, after which she sought medical attention.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11637,"building a tin structure, the top ""z"" channel slipped out of position when the middle channel was cut loose. so to put top channel in position, when top channel fell and hit employee on the head. channel fell 12 inches. he didn't have his hard hat on. another man was holding the other end of the ""z"" channel up. channel was 18' long and weighed about 80 pounds.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11638,employee was oulling cable and twisted knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11639,mechanic was working on cat365 to repair lines. lifted bucket to make sure lines did not kink and bucket lost pressure and swung and hit mechanic in back knocking ee down. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -11640,"ee was climbing onto loader using provided steps and his foot slipped off bottom step, causing him to hit his upper teeth onto step of ladder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11641,employee was lifting radiator with help from other employees and felt a tear behind belly button.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11642,"employee was shoveling when ee felt pain in elbow area, muscle/forearm. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11643,"employee reports that while working on conveyor, roller fell on his toe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11644,"employee was tightening bolts on screen deck. while pulling on the wrench he sneezed at the same time, resulting in neck strain. accident was non-reportable because there was/is no lost time and there was no injury diagnosis, just observation. on 4/26/06, the mri revealed no cervical herniation. therapy required but still no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11645,"worker lifting sheet steel with pry bar, felt discomfort in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11646,"employee was helping another trying to unplug the #3 elevator chute in our plant. when the plug broke free, the condensate struck him on the right arm, neck, and lower back, causing 1st and 2nd degree burns.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11647,an employee smashed their finger while installing rebar with a 4lb hammer. as the employee swung the hammer ee missed the rebar and ee's finger hit the side of the form board. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11648,employee was removing stringers from a screen when a section of the stringer struck the employee in the face. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11649,"employee was using a cutting torch on a fuel tank when something flew into his left eye. the foreign object was under his left upper eyelid, and after several attempts to wash the object out to no avail, the employee sought medical help. the employee was wearing safety glasses with side shields, but did not put goggles on.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11650,"walking along crusted slurry towards a plugged sump, ee's feet broke through the crust and sank into the wet slurry. he removed his boots, rinsed his feet and socks, put his boots back on and continued to work. he later rinsed his boots again, and his feet started to burn. hospital diag.: 2nd deg burns to both feet. restr. duty 1 week, then put off work as of 6/4/04.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11651,the affected employee and another checked the main cutting drum of the surface miner. the drum would not turn. the jog wheel was then jogged to free the main cutting drum. while one employee was operating the jog controls the affected employee placed his left hand on the sheave getting three fingers caught in the nip between the jog wheel and the sheave.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11652,"the maintenance crew that ee works on was resocketing the left dump rope on the 8750 dragline. as they were pulling the tail back through the socket, the strap pulling the rope broke, letting the socket swing into ee's leg at the knee. he was transported by ambulance to the hospital where he had surgery on 05/26/02 for a fractured knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11653,"employee was pulling bags off a belt and felt pain, employee was diagnosed with a groin strain. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11654,"ee was helping put de-railed bus back on track. while using a railroad jack to lift the bus, thejack slipped out from under the bus striking hishand. a 1/2"" long cut required three stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11655,"ee was lifting a bottom roller into the hanger bracket on the #2 main line belt, he felt a pop in his right shoulder. employee was taken to the er and released to return to work. as a result of a follow-up visit with an orthopedic surgeon on 4/27/11, the ee was placed on restricted duty by the dr awaiting an mri. there is no work available to comply with the restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11656,ee was prying loose a piece of concrete that was jammed in the feeder when it came loose and fll on his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11657,employee was using a knife to cut a cathead out of a box. the knife slipped and cut employee's right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11658,"putting in support roller shaft on pan feeder ofjaw. limited access room to insert shaft. he dropped end 3"" and pinched left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11659,as employee was cleaning the shop ee rolled a crusher hammer onto a pallet to get it off the floor. the hammer shifted to the side and pinched ee's left ring finger between two hammers causing a fracture. ee also tore away the skin on the bottom of the fingertip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11660,while unclogging a pipe with an air lance he shoved the air lance into a port & got his ring finger stuck between the air lance & the port causing a laceration. the laceration required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11661,injured worker was using 1' impact to remove cutting edge hardware (bolts). worker reached around to push bolt back into place and accidentally engaged the impact causing laceration to palm of right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11662,the employee's left hand middle finger and ring finger were pinched causing a fracture to both. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11663,"ee was working changing the cantinary shaft on unit 1 grate. there was a magnetic bas light on the wall. as work was progressing the light fell, swung by the cord and struck ee in the face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11664,on 7/9/2018 employee was pulling on a suction hose and hose was caught on something in the water resulting in a low back strain. first day missed was 7/16/2018.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11665,"putting up the rib bolt on the right corner, a piece of draw rock fell app 10""w, 10""l, 1/2""thick hitting him on his right hand and thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11666,"employee was under bin loading 1"" material. he was holding on to i-beam as he pulled lever to load truck. the weight of material caused truck bed to lean causing his hand to get pinned between bed and i-beam. his middle finger on his left hand was cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11667,ee was uncoupling a crill steel casing the pipe clamp was completely sealed on the casing. when the coupling was unscrewed the drill steel casing dropped. the pipe wrench attached to the coupl ing dropped with the drill steel casing & smashing the ee's left/4th finger between the drill table & pipe wrench,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11668,"ee was drilling a hole, and a rock fell strikinghim in the nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11669,"moving pieces of broken concrete, employee suffered strain to the right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11670,employee was helping change scoop batteries when ee's finger got caught between the scoop tire and fender. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11671,"employee was lifting a screen pedestal into position while standin gon an incline straining his lower back. crane was in use, employee did not wait for mechanical assistance.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -11672,"employee was on his knees shoveling out the 6-20's plant when he felt a pop in his right shoulder. he then became stiff & sore in his right shoulder, but finished out his shift (2 am). he was the only one shoveling at the time of injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11673,push dozer bumped scraper& scraper operator received muscle strain in back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -11674,"ee was dropping the drill head after drilling a hole with a roof bolting machine. a piece of drill steel suddenly fell out of the hole and he reached up to catch it. after this sudden movement, ee could not straighten his right arm. he was taken to welch emergency. confirmation of diagnosis pending.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11675,"employee was adjusting tracks on p&h 2300 shovel, hydraulic jacks were used to push track idler to proper position with spacer blocks between jack and idler. employee was struck in both legs w hen the spacer blocks ejected when pressure was released.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11676,"employee was moving an extendable ladder from one filter to another with a coworker, when the ladder was set into the filter the extended portion of the ladder came down smashing the employee's thumb. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11677,the conveyor chain had broke on the continuous miner. the injured and another employee was working to get the chain back together with a chain hoist. while the witness was putting tension on the conveyor chain and the hook slipped out and struck the victim in the face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11678,"while installing a roof bolt, gob fell out from between the pins, it hit the canopy first and rolled under striking him in the left calf. ***stitches***",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11679,"ee was tightening bolt on screen deck clamp board & felt pain in right shoulder. ee did not seek medical treatment until april 26, 2018. ee was diagnosed with a labral tear on may 4, 2018 & reported back to work with no restrictions. ee will be having surgery in the near future, in the interim ee continues to work normal job.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11680,"ee was removing pin from bucket cyl.on backhoe. in his effort to do this, he was using abar to beat pin thru eye of cyl. when his right hand was smashed between bar and vise located on back of service truck thus cutting hand and fingrs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11681,ee was bolting the break from #5 to #6. as he was drilling a hole the drill steel beat injuring his rt hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11682,employee was changing conveyor belt on finish mill 1 feeder. employee pulled on belt and felt sharp pain in shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11683,a maintenance mechanic was changing and idler on a bag conveyor and during the process an idler fell hitting the right arm at the elbow. employee was sent to the er and was released with a bruised arm and a 25 pound weight restriction for 4 days. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11684,ee stated he was troubleshooting equipment to see why chain drive wasn't moving when another ee inadvertently hit power switch causing right thumb to get smashed between chain and sprocket.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -11685,employee was cleaning and straightening up the parts skid when he felt and heard a popping noise in his left elbow and bicep area. employee worked restricted duty 11-5 and 11-6. surgery to repair 11/7/08.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11686,employee was splicing the unit belt when employee's belt knife went through the belt cutting right upper leg resulting in 3 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11687,the employee was removing the analyzer probe and were taking it down the stairs. the employee was in the lead and turned to maintain his grip on the front of the probe when he felt a pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11688,using ballpeen hammer to drive out connecting link rc160-4 roller chain. piece of pin sheared off and entered right thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11689,"ee was helping unplug the cone crusher with a steel rod. he had had previous surgery on his wrist and he complained that it was hurting again. he was seen by orthopaedic dr with a diagnosis of exacerbation of right wrist. he was placed on restricted lifting, pushing, or pulling.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11690,"he was prying an endgate into place with bar, bar slipped, endgate came down on left ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11691,"ee was throwing rocks into the bucket of a track loader. as he lifted his arms to throw a rock, another employee came up behind him with a rock and when ee's elbow went down he hit the rock the second employee was carrying.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11692,"changing steel on drill 780 , doing a weep hole. employee was manually handling the steel from ground level, when steel was unthreaded it dropped suddenly, pinching employees finger between the steel & the mast. one finger tip had a hairline fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11693,"ee was hooking a wire cable around a block of stone at the mill. the wire cable was hooked to an overhead crane. the block of stone was sitting on a 2"" rock skid. ee was using right foot to push the wire cable under the rock. the crane operator thought heard ee was done and started up with the wire cable to raise the rock. ee's right foot was caught between the wire cable & rock.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11694,pulling miner cable & pulled muscle in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11695,"moving an empty suction hose slightly so it could be attached to the pump on about a 20 lb hose. while moving the hose, he felt a snap in his right arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11696,the seat belt was too thin for the slope of the mine that the dozer runs on. we have since changed the seat belt to a much thicker one.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -11697,stone slipped out of ee's hand and smashed his little finger against the pallet he was stacking.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11698,while getting out of pick up smashed finger between door and jam.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11699,"employee began hurting in his chest. he suffered a chest muscle strain. instructed not to push, pull, reach, or lift overhead over ten pounds.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11700,"muffler stack broke, striking and cutting right thumb. 5 stitches on right thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11701,ee was unloading 4x4 timbers from a pile. timber fell from pile striking ee left hand causing a laceration to left middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11702,the employee was plastering a brattice & when he put mud on brattice it splattered into his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11703,employee was unclogging pyrite cells and cut his left hand on a piece of metal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11704,"ee climbing into cab of wagner st8 and felt pain in abdomen. ee diagnosed with hernia on 1.9.19, treatment/surgery is pending at this time. ee placed on restricted duty on 1.9.19. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11705,moving oil filters and felt pain to low back. on restricted work activity.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11706,"moving a large tool chest and needed to slide it over, pushed against it with the right shoulder and arm and strained a muscle on the right side of the body.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11707,ee and another employee were trying to get a side board off of a trailer. when the other employee was prying it from the tractor trailer it popped off and hit ee in the bottom right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11708,ee was cleaning catwalk up to dome. ee started back down on a slanted catwalk and overextended her left knee coming down. ee felt swelling and burning sensation behind her left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11709,employee was picking up trash rock to throw in a bucket when he twisted his left knee. he felt an internal burning sensation and knee swelled,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11710,injured was handling roof bolt plates when cut finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11711,employee was driving a pin out of a conveyor when he struck his left thumb with the hammer. injury was a fracture of the left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11712,ee was working with other employees to stack railroad ties on a retaining wall. his thumb was smashed between a railroad tie and the support brace on the wall. he received approximately 25 sti tches in his thumb. there was no lost time due to the injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11713,"during the process of loading up a 2-inch discharge hose some residual fluid in the hose splashed on ee face from the end of the hose and ran down behind safety glasses into ee eye. the fluid was wiped away and then rinsed with fresh water. there was no pain, discomfort or indication of injury so ee returned to work. later that evening some irritation was noticed. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11714,"employee was sliding a 25 lb stone from belt to table, when he felt a pull in his left shoulder and neck. employee was instructed to be off work for 2 days. employee was released to full duty 4/24/10. employee did not report to work on4/26/10.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11715,"employee was bolting roof when drill steel broke. it came back hitting him in the right arm, breaking his forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11716,employee was throwing slate onto a garbage heap.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11717,employee was hanging cable and waterline when he experienced a sharp pain in his groin. a physician has determined that he has a hernia and is scheduled for surgery 11-8-01.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11718,"employee refused medical treatment @ the time of the incident he didn't feel it was sever enough to warrant medical attention, 11/13/07 returned to nurse requesting medical attention he was tightening a bolt on an hp300 head whe the wrench slipped hitting the employee's little finger on right hand on the inside of the head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11719,ee was installing an engine compartment door on a d9 dozer & noticed pain in his lower back. he went to the doctor on 4/23/02 & is working on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11720,moving a water pump and bumped middle finger on pump. very small scrap that became infected. employee has past history of blood/heart concerns. low blood count may have caused infection.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11721,"employee was operating a chain saw cutting a post. the post wouldn't stay still, so he chose to use the chain saw with one hand & hold the post with the other; say kicked, cutting the arm hol ding the post. cause of injury--unawareness; compliance w/rules, mine proficiency are factors, protective equipment could be a factor, mining equipment systems not a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11722,employee is a mechanic's helper - was helping the mechanic drop a belly pan on a d9n dozer for repairs - the chain slipped - the belly pan came to the ground & caught both hands,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11723,"while making a belt slice, ee struck left hand with a hammer, injuring fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11724,injured was helping clean rams pulling on wand and hurt his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11725,employee was lifting a 40# heater and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11726,employee was moving stone when they pinned their right middle finger between the stone and the table. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11727,ee was assisting with a screen change with 3 other miners when rotex lid caught & pinched finger between 2 lids causing crushing injury to distal finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11728,"while loading 50# bags of anfo onto a shot, felt a sharp pain in lower back",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11729,"ee was cutting 1/4"" fuel line with a utility knife. the knife sliced through the employees glove striking the end of his left index finger resulting in 2 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11730,ee tried to start the pump located in the rear compartment on the passenger side of the fuel truck and hit the back of ee's hand on a bolt on the mud flap located beside ee cutting hand. the cut ee received from this bolt required 10 stitches in the right hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11731,"while repositioning a 3/4 ton comealong above the 48 cu. ft. pugmill, employee pulled a musclein his right lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11732,employee alleges he struck his kneecap on a rung as he was ascending a ladder. at date of report he has been diagnosed as unable to return to work pending an mri and any recommended treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11733,"mechanic was loosening the end of an engine hose when his wrench slipped, causing his thumb to be pinched against the haul truck structure. this resulted in a cut to his right thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11734,employee was rising oxy/actylene cutting toch to cut but a damaged an dtail roller bearing when a hot spark entered his ear causing pain at jaw hinge point.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11735,ee caught foot between pallet and forklift while stacking bags which caused some bruising.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11736,employee was prying a rock lose with a pry bar when employee fell and got his left finger pinched between bar and handrail. employee suffered a fractured finger with a laceration requiring stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11737,bent over at waist to pick-up a chain and strained lower back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11738,employee was using grinder and rested the grinder on his leg before it stopped spinning.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11739,"ee was replacing a tire on the std car on section 008. the tire slipped, resulting in ee straining his back (upper) and his neck. pain in back and neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11740,while plastering stoppings got b-bond on skin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11741,employee got a piece of welding slag in his eye from his glove when he wiped sweat from his forehead while still wearing his glove.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11742,ee was grinding on pump housing. ee was wearing all p.p.e. required for this task. a small piece of debris got in employee's left eye by unknown means.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11743,he was using a chisel to trim stone and a piece of the chisel flew off into his wrist. he had no pain when it happened so he didn't report it right away. it started hurting on 8/9/11 and he reported it then.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11744,"while replacing a shear bolt in a coal sampler auger drill bit, employee was aligning couplers together when the couplers joined together catching his thumb in between. thus causing moderate to severe injury to his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11745,"employee was steaming undercarriage of kress coal hauler. when he sprayed the fire suppressant system, it discharged and the employee inhaled some of the chemical. he continued working and the incident was reported on 10/15/2010. the employee was examined at the clinic on 10/15/2010 and returned to work for his next scheduled shift with no restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11746,employee struck right hand on drum of tail winch while swinging hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11747,"injured finished building a wall, was preparing to mud the wall, the wall fell over a block came off striking his mine hat knocking it off. felt something strike his head. ppe was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was not a factor, mining equipment/system was not a factor, miner proficiency was a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11748,ee was drilling and blowing compressed air when he felt a discomfort in his right eye. this injury was not reported to us - we received bill & researched it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11749,"according to associate, he injured his foot over a year ago and recently learned that it was fractured. the associate claims he injured his foot by kicking railroad car lids to open and close them.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11750,"ee was removing drill steels from the roof. the hole was not straight and the drill wrench had tension on it. when the steels came free the wrench came back striking the ee on the right hand. ee was seen by a doctor on 11-11-2022 and a fracture in the hand was discovered. ee is still working on restricted duty. ""ie has been taken off by an orthopedic doctor as of 11/17/22.""",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11751,employee was attempting to pick up a track rail and felt pain in employees stomach area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11752,employee was pushing a rock down the rollers on a rock splitter when they heard a pop in their lower back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11753,driving up road on the way back from 4th 54 belt drive didn't see roof bolt and made contact causing a cut on the top of his head resulting in 5 staples.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11754,ee reported on 2-15-17 that shoulder was sore and that it is from doing the same movement every day. 2-14-17 was when it hurt the most. ee did not want to see the doctor and felt it was going to be ok. 4-10-17 ee reported to hr that ee was still having issues. an apt was scheduled for 4-11-17. ee received restrictions and return to work as of 4-11-17. report filed 4-17-17 ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11755,"while checking the coolant level in the radiator of a diesel pump, the coolant boiled over causing it to hit ee on the right side of the face and eye causing first and second degree burns to those areas.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11756,employee was installing a roof bolt when the plate wire caught glove causing injury to right arm. employee did not miss work until 07/14/2016 when doctor removed employee from work for evaluation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11757,"two employees were carrying an 8"" piece of pipe. the employee on the distal end lost his grip on the pipe causing it to fall. whe the far end fell, it caused the near end to fall as well. when the near end fell, it caught the employee's hand between the pipe and a welding machine.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11758,employee was changing a lamp in a light fixture. when he placed his hand on the fixture some dust was dislodged and got in his eye. he went to the dr. and received a prescription for his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11759,"while servicing the cont miner, individual lifted a new bucket of miner bits onto the top of the miner and felt something pull in his left chest. diagnosed with possible dislocated ribs from s ternum. told to stay off work for 2 weeks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11760,ice had built up on a bottom roller of the clean coal collecting belt. ie (temporary employee)struck the bottom roller with a hammer to dislodge the ice buildup. ie's left hand was caught between the bottom roller and the belt. ie received a fractured left humerus.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11761,"employee was shrink-wrapping a pallet of bags by pulling a shrink-wrap roll around the pallet. as employee bent down to wrap the bottom part of the pallet, he felt a pain in his lower back. no excessive pushing or pulling occurred, injury occurred while bending over. employee was diagnosed with a lumbosacral back strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11762,"while excavating coal pit, equipment operator worked himself into a position that when he attempted to correct resulted in overturning excavator on its top, crushing the cab area and the operator.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -11763,employee was chipping rock with a hammer and felt pain in his right forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -11764,"changing slide on ohso chute at dryer plant, he twisted his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11765,the employee was assisting in changing a hydraulic hose and got ee's hand between the boom arm and canopy jack causing a laceration,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11766,"the employee was pushing a roof bolt into the mine roof with his left arm when he felt a sharp pain in his left shoulder. the employee was able to continue working at his normal occupation, with no restrictions, while attending therapy sessions. his dr. decided he was going to need surgery in order to make a full recovery. he began missing work on 4/30/2013.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11767,ee was welding and a piece of slag got under the helmet and became embedded in his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11768,employee smashed left ring finger when the jack stand collar slid down at he stood the jack up.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11769,"employee was cutting steel with shearing machine. he had a piece leaning against the machine. the shearing machine caught and kicked out the leaning piece onto the top of his right foot, just behind steel toe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11770,multiple attempts by different medical professionals to remove a suspected foreign object caused irritation and swelling. the object was never found. physician prescribed 3 preventative days off.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11771,employe was removing a section of 3 inch pipe it fell struck him on the left wrist causing a sprain,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11772,flash burn from welding.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -11773,"the employee was working and burnt upper inside arm area with hydrate dust, resulting in a second degree burn. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11774,"ee, mining tech. was attempting to cut a piece of 1/2"" nylon rope with a utility knife. he was pulling on the knife when it slipped causing a laceration to the middle finger on his left hand. the laceration required 10 stitches to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11775,ee was using a grinder on a flange on silo 14 blade. when the blade was pinched causing the grinder to come out of his grip it swung around and cut the top of the ee's right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11776,ee was holding chain to a conveyor while erecting crusher and a piece of metal from the chain while it slid a fragment of the chain embedded.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11777,employee was helping pull an old push out blade out of ram car using a lo trac and nylon rope. the piece broke and struck the employee in the face. employee first lost workday was 10/31/11.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11778,scratched left elbow on a piece of rebar. elbow became infected & swollen. cellutitus & bursitus.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11779,ee was placing a roof channel on the timber jack of the miner and caught his right index finger in between the timber jack and roof channel causing a laceration to his right index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11780,employee was removing cutting off of bobcat #14 and reached under the bucket to push old cuttingedge bolt in and cut third digit on left hand on burr on cutting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11781,"the ee was working on tower no. 1. the chute over the scalping screen stopped up and spilled rock out of the chute. the ee saw the material begin to fall, and a 6"" rock hit ee in the back causing a contusion. doctor put ee on restricted duty for one week, thus causing the accident to be reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11782,employe was shoveling material.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11783,"i was operating a roof bolt machine, i had inserted the resin & the bolt and had turned back to the controls when a flake (6""x1 1/2"" thick) of shale struck my hard hat and my face. the injury did not involve any aspect of compliance with rules or regulations, job skills, training or attitude or protective items.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11784,"he lifted a 5 gallon bucket full of bolts, which was very heavey. as he twisted around he injured his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11785,employee was working with 2 other ee removing head pulley wiper & mounting bracket on loading bin. when lifting mounting plate off bin employee felt sharp pain in left groin. thought he had just pulled muscle. pain still present next morning so employee was sent to doctor and was diagnosed with hernia. employee under went hernia repair surgery in fri 2/7/14.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11786,"employee bumped his knee on the machine, while making repairs on a 926 loader. note: (ee sought medical treatment on january 17th, 2005; prior to this date, it was a first aid log entry)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11787,employee was attempting to attach the boom on a bolter and a nylon strap ee was using broke and the strap struck the employee in the face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11788,employee was working on continuous miner on mmu n0/002 section. he and helper had to remove large lid on miner to gain access to trouble shoot and repair. large lid fell while re-installing pinning the employee s hand between the lid and machine. this resulting in the 1st joint of the 3nd finger on the employees right hand being cut off.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11789,"while employee was cutting a tree with a chain saw, a dead limb fell from the tree, striking him in the back. he lost control of the chain saw and it struck him in the left leg, causing 52 stitches. he was transported to the hazard arh where he was treated and released.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11790,employee was moving miner cable that was stuck in mud. he jerked on cable to free it from the mud and felt a pain in his lower back. employee works a 4 x 2 schedule and became restricted duty on 10/10/08.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11791,employee was removing panel rubrail from a shuttle car. when the rubrail was being placed on mine floor employee injured left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -11792,employee was pulling and lifting boxes of bags out of a manlift. he injured both shoulders.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11793,contractor employee was using an excavator to remove cement from inside a storage dome. an unexpected movement of cement engulfed to excavator and operator. contractor: lvi environmental - id p574. no ash grove employees involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between collapsing material or buildings" -11794,employee's finger was pinched and finger nail injured while installing grating in the basement of the tank house.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11795,"tony was drilling hole in roof, pulled steel out& top steel hung in hole, he reached over to change steels when a steel came out hitting him on top of middle finger. finger was between",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11796,"ee was lifting a 75 lb pump into a tractor, felt a pop and pull in the low back, and had immediate pain. ee was seen at the er, diagnosed with a lower back strain, and released to modified duty. at follow-up on 09/14/16, ee was released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11797,"ee was lifting a drill head. as he lifted the head, he felt a sharp pain in his lower back. he was diagnoised with a lumbar strain/sprain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11798,employee was operating a caterpillar d-6rxl dozer. he hit a bump or rough spot that jarred him and caused him to whiplash hurting his lower back. he continued to work. he sought out a chiropractor on 1/25. he has continued to work everyday and the only time he has missed has been for chiropractor visits. after 3 visits he states his back is sore but is better,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -11799,shoveling material into wheelbarrow and hurt his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11800,a rock was placed in the jaw. the rock needed to be moved. employee used a bar to move rock. while doing this he strained his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11801,"employee, sitting on a shuttle car, took his feet and pushed the miner cable out of the way. he sprained his knee pushing on the miner cable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11802,"employee was assisting another employee pick up a 55 gal barrel that had fell over. as employee was pulling on the top, felt a pop and a sharp pain in left bicep muscle near the elbow. employee was seen by a dr. and diagnosed with a torn bicep muscle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11803,packaging operator was struck on palm of right hand by b4 bulk bagger arm when the bolts holding the bulk bagger arm broke allowing bagger arm to move in downward motion. operator received a puncture wound to palm of right hand requiring 6 stitches. employee reported back to work without lost time on restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11804,"employee was handling lifting straps, twisted left wrist resulting in the need for surgery at a later date to repair tendon/ligament damage.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11805,ee was helping make a mower move. he was pulling a s-car cable up in order to move the power center. he felt pain in his lower back. the crew took a lunch break. after which he couldn't work s o he was transported to the hospital and he has missed work since.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11806,"while performing maintenance, employee struck left thumb knuckle with a hammer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11807,employee pulled pallet jack manually into position instead of taking an extra step to use forklift to move pallet jack or ask for assistance. suffered groin strain to lower right side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11808,miner was attempting to move conveyor with chain slings and excavator. chain slipped on conveyor causing it to swing. miner attempted to stop swinging conveyor and was pinned between suspended conveyor and adjacent fixed conveyor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11809,employee was stacking large stone when ee felt pain in ee's elbows and wrists. the condition worsened over time. employee sought medical care on 10/29/21. ee was diagnosed with joint pain. injury was determined reportable on 10/29/21.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11810,"ee was bolting #1 face. roof above broke loose, fell down striking canopy. a piece bounce off drill head striking victim on top of foot. cause was not observing and securing loose top. complia nce with rules/regs was a factor. protective equipment not a factor. miner proficiency a factor,mining systems not a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11811,"roof bolts being installed in no. 3 entry by operator on right side of equipment. rock fell measuring 16"" by 16, striking operator in right upper leg. operator was then transported outside to received medical attention.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11812,employee was loading a hydraulic cylinder into a service scoop bucket and felt a sharp pain in the rt shoulder. the employee finished the shift but the pain worsened through the night and ee drove self to the hospital after working. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11813,swing gate/chute on plant impacted shins when hinge broke.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11814,employee was raking under a conveyor belt and felt pain in their lower back but refused treatment at the time. employee later reported back injury on 02/04/2019.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11815,ee was splicing conveyor belt when work was completed ee was gathering tools when the belt clamps fell over onto his right foot. ee was taken todr for xrays & treatment on 11/10/03. ee was pla ced on restricted duty till released by dr.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11816,"operator, jacklegging face round stuck steel in face, pulled on jackleg to get it unstuck when he felt a pop in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11817,employee was pulling the slack out of a cable to keep it out from under the tires of haul equipment. the cable started to feed itself out and the employee was struck in the legs by the cable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11818,injured was tightening turnbuckle when he strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11819,employee was positioning the holes to drive in pins in the re-attachment of a dredge ladder when they sustained a lumbar strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11820,"employee was pulling a cord while working in sand. employee caught their toe, twisted their right leg. which resulted in pressure being applied to the inner side of the right knee. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11821,employee was air-arcing feather ring out of bore and a spark landed on back between shoulders.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11822,while cleaning splitters in tower 3 chipping a rock. rock rolled down landing on top of left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -11823,"the employee was attempting to hitch a splice trailer to the back of his golf cart, when he dropped the hitch on the golf cart, mashing his finger. laceration to left, middle finger, received stitches. is able to work, with the limitations given.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11824,employee informed his supervisor at quit time that he had pain in his lower back & left leg. the pain started sometime at the beginning of the shift & as the night went on it got worse. he started missing work because of this on 9/2/04 & is still off work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -11825,"ee was grinding the edge of surface plate. he set the grinder down, while it was still running with grinding wheel up. when he removed his hand it hit the turning wheel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11826,employee was splitting rock with a hammer and chisel and missed the chisel and hit hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11827,"ee took break to walk/stretch legs. the ee then climbed the access ladder onto the haul truck and felt a pull in his lower back from pulling himself up onto the bottom step (33"" high). the ee tried to care for his back himself however the pain was not going away, ee went to clinic on 6/4/08. he was diagnosed with a back strain, given physical therapy and modified work restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11828,was outside top of slope picking up a battery and felt pain in lower back. they gave the employee a back brace to wear.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11829,hammering rock and hit his left thumb with the hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11830,"injured person traveled through overcast mandoor to the intake side. while shutting door, he jammed his ring finger on the face of the door, much like a basketball player jams a finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11831,employee was pushing a pallet that had become stuck on the rollers when he felt a pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11832,while removing choker cable a broken strand of cable went through glove on the right hand cutting right thumb. employee received 4 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11833,"while tightening pipe on rac-4 compressor, injured's hand struck a shim under the base of the comp0ressor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11834,"employee carried a floor jack to a concrete apron outside a utility shed to jack up a pickup. when he reached the pickup, he dropped the jack appoximately 1 1/2 feet to the ground. the jack handle sprung upward striking the employee's left ear. the blow caused a laceration that required sutures to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11835,was checking the tailgate on truck and it closed and smashed finger. went to salem hospital.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11836,victim was replacing a roller in a conveyor system. while lifting the roller into position it slipped out of his hand and hit his finger between the roller and a bracket causing a laceration t o his finger requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11837,a contractor was installing key brick in a rotary kiln. a key brick sprung out hitting his left index finger. the injury consisted of stitches and fractured the tip of his left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11838,"miner reported on 3/24/15 that he had been seen in a clinic on 1/26/15 due to having pain in the groin area since mid december. he was working throughout winter as weather would permit, while being on partial layoff. he was informed he had a hernia. he remained working on & off lifting no more than 10 lbs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11839,employee was tapping mounting holes so new bolts would thread easier when mounting a new starter. the employees head was directly under the mounting holes when a piece of foreign material fell in his right eye. the employee used eye drops and thought he flushed it out. the next day the mechanic went to a doctor and a piece of metal was removed from eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11840,maintenance helper holding a plate on a bearing being installed on a screen was struck in the left thumb with hammer by other worker resulting in 6 stitches,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11841,"ee loading 42"" bottom idlers into scoop bucket, pinched r thumb between idler and side edge of bucket. lacerated tip (required stitches)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11842,employee was picking up a co/belt cable and caught their hand against a rock and cut their right 4th digit finger. sutures were required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11843,"employee was using a hammer to tighten cheek plates in jaw, when eye that was holding cheek plate broke off, striking employee in lower right arm, causing a bruise.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11844,a piece of rock fell from between the bolts. the rock struck his head & shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11845,"employee stated that ee strained ee's shoulder while using a slate bar to pull a coal rib. employee continued to work until july 16, 2018 before going off work due to the injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11846,"the incident occurred on 5 no mains. the ee was installing 18"" belt hangers. had drilled the hole and placed the paddle wrench in the drill pot. turned to pick up an 18"" rb when he hit the rotation on the rb. paddle wrench rotating in the drill pot when the injured turned into the rotating wrench, striking him in the rt cheek. the ee sustained fractured to both cheek bones.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11847,"two employees were installing a new idler rack on c1 conveyor, the rack was already positioned onto the conveyor when the two ee's attempted to upright the rack to its final position. the injured ee strained his back muscle at this time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11848,struck by plate steel,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11849,"ee was hammering on a piece of metal, trying to straighten it out. ee missed swinging at the metal and strained ee's right wrist. an incident report was filed on but no medical attention was administered. ee aggravated the wrist again on 3/12/18, and sought medical attention on 3/13/18.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -11850,"welding on crusher, repairing broken tooth. auto darkening lense failed on welding helmet, caused flash burn to the eyes. supervisor carried employee to the emergency room, doctor prescribed drops for eyes. plant will be moving to non auto darkening lenses for major welding jobs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -11851,"while cleaning and prepping rail cars, ee felt a strain in ee's lower back while bent over. employee reported the accident on 4/16/2019. ee did not seek medical attention until 8/14/2019. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11852,"employee stated that while swinging a sledge hammer, he lost his balance, slipped and injured his back. (started missing work on 3/28/10).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11853,"while using an air lance to unplug an air slide, raw mix flushed back out of the port hole into the employee's eyes. the injury is reportable due to prescription eye drops.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11854,"contract laborer (employers overload) sent to pressure wash gutters (4 hr scheduled job). worker caught tip of right thumb in stream of pressure washer, cutting thumb and engorging with water. transported by crc personnel to er. thumb drained, stitched and antibiotics administered.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11855,"employee holding 4""x2""x3' piece of instulation with left ahnd while drilling with right hand. the drill bit caught part of hsi glove an dfractured left 5th finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11856,was building a brattice bent over to pick up a block felt pain in lower back and could not straighten up.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11857,"while roof bolting, employee took drill steel out of hole and the steel flipped hitting him on the chin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11858,"employee was standing on the #7 shield located in the h1headgate longwall face. the shearer was cutting back into the snake, when #8 shield advanced it snagged the spare ram jack that was being stored on #7 shield, triggering the ram jack to strike ee's left lower ankle foot. ee was diagnosed with a hairline fracture of the third metatarsal. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11859,while attempting to scotch a wheel on a shuttle car with a crib block employee caught his left middle finger between the crib block and the frame of the shuttle car. this caused a laceration to the end of his left middle finger that required sutures. this is to report medical treatment only no days were missed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11860,ee was hitting the end of a carrier roller shaft that had worked out of the trackframe of the dozer. when he hit it the second time a piece of metal chipped off of the roller and pierced his leg around the back of the knee. he got 4 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11861,the employee was examining the main north belt line when they felt their left knee pop. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11862,employee felt pop in stomach. previous hernia. released to work no restrictions. became restricted 2/7 lt for surgery on 2/15.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11863,"this employee is not on the payroll of glens falls lehigh cement. he is employed through keena temp agency. the employee was shoveling material into a 5 gallon bucket, when he felt a sharp pain in his left leg/groin area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11864,"worker smashed left thumb between conveyor and wood block, portable rock crusher while setting up cone plant.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11865,clearing debris from conveyor belt. a chunk fell off and pushed employee's knee into a guardrail. bruised the knee,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11866,driving bearing out of housing and caught finger under punch while striking with hammer by another employee and he was holding the punch.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11867,ee was closing feeder gates inside the clean coal reclaim tunnel. he then let up on the ring tinking it was still latched on the hook and he claimed when the gate closed his hand was in the ring causing his left arm to be pulled up overextend and resulted in an injury to his left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11868,piece of steel struck him on the finger and fractured it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11869,injured was loading rock dust when he strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11870,ee fractured tip of left thumb while opening the door to the life jacket storage container,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11871,"employee was working with a ""pry bar"" while replacing screen cloth at the secondary plant. the pry bar slipped and employee's l/pinky finger in the nail area got caught.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11872,"employee had raised the lid that covers the air tank to cs11 when the lid fell shut, smashing his finger on his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11873,while using cutting torch a piece of hot slag was trapped under wristwatch band resulting in what was later determined to be a second degree burn.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11874,ee & co-worker were bringing down cable. they cut a grass rope down & ee was holding rope at one end while co-worker cut rope. knife slipped & cut ee's arm requiring 3 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11875,mechanics were using a steel hammer to remove old teeth from a 994 loader bucket. a piece of fly metal came off the hammer and entered the employee's right forearm. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11876,employee was assisting another injured employee and aggravated a previous back injury. employee was assisting lifting a hearbox off an employee's hand using his own strength and strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11877,employee was helping remove a rock from the jaw crusher and strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11878,"ee was getting drill steel out of top. drill steel caught loose cloth, pulling ee into drill steel.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11879,contract mechanic was changing the track on a d-11 dozer and the track flipped over mashing his left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11880,while the ee was moving gading material & lost his balance & struck another piece of grading material cutting his elbow,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11881,"while employee was removing a cleavis from the structure skid in lw303xc5, to use for pulling a loose cluster that was against the rib, it fell and hit employee's arm, knocking him to the ground.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11882,"while lifting boulders into a pallet,employee strained the muscles in his left shoulder, back and neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11883,ee stated that he was loading straps by hand into scoop bucket & felt sharp pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11884,employee was using a chain saw clearing brush in an area. he tripped on some brush and fell to the ground. the chainsaw struck him on the leg causing a laceration requiring sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11885,worker was chopping rock at the chopper when the rock being chopped broke at a seam and fell off the chopper table. it struck the floor and then came to rest up against the workers right ankle resulting in a sprained ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11886,ee stated that he was attempting to move miner cable out of his way. he stated that as he picked up cable he felt pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11887,"the ee was rockbolting and the bolt did not line up. when he grabbed the bolt to line it up, the plate came down and hit his right thumb, lacerating it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11888,ee was cutting conveyor belting with utility knife. the knife slipped out of work and cut ee's left thumb. ee received sutures in thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11889,"employee was assisting two other maintenance employees in guiding the tail end of a bucket elevator conveyor belt through the shop by sliding it while the forklift pulled the opposite end of the belt to position it for a crane lift. when ip bent over to guide the tail end of the belt around a workbench by sliding it on the floor, ip felt a tearing sensation in left groin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11890,"employee felt a twinge in his right shoulder while pulling a sample through the deck of the drill. employee went home after shift, but the pain became worse, so he called his supervisor. he was then taken to a medical facility and placed on light duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11891,he was tightening a bolt on a hitachi 1800 excavator with a wrench. when he went to stand up he felt a very sharp pain in his lower back area. (strain).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11892,"a choke occurred in a kiln discharge chute. the injured employee was seen walking unexpectedly into the area housing the discharge end of the pipe. the employee later observed the injured employee was covered in dust material. further evaluation revealed the injured employee had burns on hands, feet, torso and legs. the injured employee was transported to the hospital.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11893,ee was shoveling gob out from behind ram of the scoop. ee slipped hitting his ribs on the ram of the scoop.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -11894,"employee started his shift working at one of our hydrasplit choppers, which consists of cutting/ splitting stone pieces. his right hand was caught by the cutting machine and caused an injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -11895,"during the task of lifting a drill steel, ee felt pain in their back. with help from another employee the ee was lifting a 10-foot drill steel from the storage rack. as ee lifted their end of the steel, ee felt pain in their back and tingling down the left leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11896,employee was replacing door on material elevator when door fell out of holding position and hit foot. another employee was assisting by hitting locking cross bars into place. cross bar didn't hold and door fell about 3' and struck employee on foot just behind steel toe. employees should have loosened up cross bar bolt and taken more time to install.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11897,"accident is under investigation: call to company obtained further information. ee had removed his hood to take a broken bag off of the packing machine. his shoulder accidentally hit the button that started the machine and he got lime dust in his eyes. he is a temporary worker, hired for the april thru october season and never returned to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11898,employee was pulling bearing housing off #3 coal pump and stumbled around a concrete bolck causing body to twist. the bearing housing weighs approx 50 lbs. employee did not request to have med ical treatment until 2-10-04.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11899,changing size on crusher. pinched tip of ring finger on left hand between control & crusher.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11900,"the worker was doing contracted conveyor belt splicing & was kneeling by the belt when he turned to get a hand tool, twisted his knee, heard a pop. he worked for the rest of the day without reporting the incident to his supervisor. he also worked every work day through 7/15/13 & reported the incident on 7/16/13. he's been out of work since 7/17/13 & has filed a workers comp claim.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11901,employee was originally injured on 9-8-2008 while tripping out hq rods.he felt pain in his low back. employee saw his doctor and was released back to full duty. on 10-1-2008 employee complained that the mine road hurt his back to drive on it. he was taken to the clinic and put on light duty for two weeks for a low back strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11902,while preforming normal work duties as a miner bolter employee felt a pain in the groin area. employee worked all scheduled shifts until they was diagnosed with a hernia and subsequently scheduled for surgery on 2/15/17. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11903,cutting through a piece of old belt using knife. slipped and he cut himself in the thigh.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11904,moving piece of stone and sharp edge cut into his wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11905,changing screens in a screen deck. lifting a screen up to the top deck pulled a muscle in her neck resulting in a neck strain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11906,attempts were being made to turn over the gears of a rear end for repairs when the tip of a middle finger was severed from a left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11907,employee hammering & chiseling stone when felt pain in his elbows. tendonitis of elbows - restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11908,"employee was attaching a grease hose to an excavator. the hose had to held out at arms length and over head to be reached. due to the weight of the hose, it resulted in a hernia of right groin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11909,"the employee went to the company doctor on 7/10/2007 and was placed on restricted duty. while chipping a weld, using a chipping hammer, a piece of hot slag bounced into the employee's left eye, resulting in a corneal burn to l-eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11910,on 11/24/12 the ee was dragging a charger cable to put a jeep on charger and felt pain in his right shoulder. the ee continued to work regular duties. an mri 2/27/12 diagnosed a right shoulder rotator cup tear. the employees first day away from work was 4/10/12.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11911,"employee was removing a new chute for additionalfabrication. he tried to pry it loose with a 5' long pry bar. he had his right hand over the sharp point of the bar. the chute broke loose and the bar gouged his hand, causing a severe lacer ation to the palm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11912,victim felt a pain in his left shoulder while dropping miner cable. he was taken to a local er where he received an x-ray and was released. he hasn't returned to work as of 5-3-13.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11913,"bent over to pick up plate to slide over drill pipe, lower back popped out.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11914,after completing some grinding activities the employee states they felt some dust or material fall on their face when they raised up the face shield. employee also wiped their forehead off to clear the dust. eye wash was used to flush the eye but still felt like something was in their eye. dr. observed a scratch but nothing in the eye and prescribed antibiotic.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11915,employee reported. making repairs to a belt tail peice frame. using a come a long lifting a impact roller to placed in th ethroat of the tailpiece. the roller became stuck. he was pushing on the roller to move it over. it came loose and moved sideways suddenly. his right thumb was caught between the roller and the frame of the tailroller resulting in a laceration fracture only,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11916,"employee thought the welded brace would hold him but weld did not, employee fell and lacerated left shin, required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -11917,employee states that he was lifting a lube pump out of a bulk lube tank when he felt pain in his neck and shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11918,shutting door on 785 rock truck and caught left index finger in door causing a cut on finger and getting 5 stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11919,went to dr on 8-24 after his normal 5 days off. employee hit hand against chute housing while trying to unplug head section of belt line.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11920,"shear was cutting out at headgate, in sandstone roof conditions. one of the cutting bits shattered on the drum and when doing so a piece of carbide from the bit struck the operators right hand causing a puncture wound requiring one suture to close. metal was removed from wound by operator.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11921,"moving sections of 3"" diameter pipe into the pipe rack, one section bound up on another and as he moved it he caught his left middle finger between them and took the tip of the 1st joint off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -11922,ee was lifting a man trip with a jack when the bar came out and struck him in the left jaw.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11923,"employee was working on the palletizer belt, pushing a gear box up on the shaft when he felt a pain go down his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11924,"the employee bent down and picked up a bucket with metal wedges. something ""poped"" in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11925,employee stated his right ring finger was caught between the drill steel wrench and a falling drill steel that had stuck in the mine roof momentarily after lowering the drill head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11926,"using rock bar to move forms, bar slipped causing ee to fall on truck bed, twisting left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -11927,"doing a team lift on a hoist framework and felt a sharp pain, was seen and placed on lift/carry restrictions on 5/25/22. restrictions removed on 6/6/22",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11928,ee and ee had just lifted a 300 ft section of coiled water hose from the bed of a pick up truck and was unwinding it along side an old road when ee noticed a dull pain in his lower back. the p ain became increasingly worse as the day progressed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11929,employee was carrying a welding rod can and when lfited can slipped the open endof the can cut hand (one end of can was open.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11930,employee was moving a 13hp pump when he felt a pain in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11931,the ee was removing pin gates from a hopper. the ee was using a sledge hammer to knock the pin gates out. while attempting to strike the end of the pin the hammer missed. the weight of the hammer strained the ee's right shoulder. the ee requested & saw the dr. on 11/24/03. the ee's job restrictions began 11/24/03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -11932,"employee stated that he was straddling a pipe to put fasteners in and as he leaned over to align it, the pipe sprung up and struck him in the face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11933,the employee was loading hi-line and felt pain in right shoulder. (this became a lost time as of 03-16-11.),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11934,"ee was attempting to roll a rock, approx. 30 bls, out of the roadway so light vehicle could pass by.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11935,"ee was hammering a pin on a chain of a 992 loader, the pin slipped off the chain causing the ee to hammer his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11936,ee was cutting in the #1 entry when a rock 2 1/2x 6 x 4 fell out between the pins striking ee on his rt. foot and ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11937,"ee and co-worker were moving a peace of rail, co-worker tossed their end landing on ee's foot fracturing bones in top of foot. cause of incident was lack of communication between employees. ppe was not a factor, compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, miner proficiency may have been a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11938,ee was breaking rocks on grizzly with double jack-rock flew off and lodged in ee arm-cutting a vein.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11939,"ee was pulling on stuck drill steel from rib and felt a pop in his rt arm. after doctor evaluation, it was found that ee tore his rt bicep and is scheduled for surgery 10/30/14.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11940,"for unexplained reasons, the miner gained access to a secondary road, adjacent from where he was instructed to do road maintenance. miner removed berm and came too close to road edge, loosing control of equipment and falling through a steep slope, rolling over with the machine. this resulted in miners death. miner was not wearing seat belt.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -11941,picked up fifty pound bag of anfo to load anfo truck. employee stated that he had an old hernia which was repaired three years ago. he stated that he re-injured the old hernia site while lifting the fifty pound bag of anfo. surgery to repair new injury on march 16th 2004,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11942,"employee was cutting a high voltage cable hanger with a belt knife, when the cable fell it knocked the belt knife out of the employee's hand and cut his forearm. the cut required 2 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11943,"employee attempted to catch pin steels as they fell from the drilled hole. in an attempt to regain his balance, his right hand landed on top of the roof bolter pod and his left hand accidentally grabbed the raise lever causing the boom to lift, pinching his little finger between the pod and extension arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -11944,injured claims while chiping slag a piece of slag got under safety glasses burning left eye. injured claims she also got a arc flash from welding.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -11945,a contractor was mounting a new steele chute on a conveyor head section. the chute was pryed free & shot up in the air which pinched the contractors left hand. he had 3 stitches in one finger & 2 stitches on the in the other.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11946,"while getting out of scoop in 42 x-cut 7 left, employee pinched l. index finger between scoop door & frame on battery charger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11947,"an employee was releasing a com-a-long with stored energy, the com-a-long released jerking his arm/shoulder. x-rays were taken and nothing broken. upon the employee's follow-up visit with the doctor on 05/13/2013 a prescription for medication was given for inflammation and pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11948,employee was helping lap belt when the fork fell off the fork loader. the employee picked up the fork and put it back on and felt a sharp pain in his lower back. the employee was treated and released with a referral to a specialist for an mri. it was later determined the employee had a bulging disc and remains off.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11949,"employee was stemming holes, pushing spoil in with his feet. left knee ""popped"". employee walked it off, but on the following monday (8/24) while greasing truck, knee went out again, causing ""unbearable"" pain. employee went to charleston hospital.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11950,ee was trying to loosen & change a loader tooth with a sledge hammer when a piece of metal came loose & struck his abdomen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11951,ee was lifting a piece of scrap steel when his partner dropped his end the piece then fell from the ee's hands striking him on the foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11952,"ee injured his right ring finger and pinky when attempting to dislodge a 4"" round x 48"" long bar stock that came from the 2x belt scale.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11953,cleaning crusher parts and cut right index finger on a sharp piece of metal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11954,employee was cutting a tie wrap off with a utility knife when it slipped and cut his thumb. it required 3 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11955,the employee attempted to move a 7 5/8 drill steel. the steel rolled into another steel pinching the left middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11956,ie was cutting wire mesh from coal rib (damaged mesh). a piece of mesh sprung back contacting left eye area and safety glasses when they pulled the mesh free. ie was examined by medical and received prescription eye drops as treatment. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11957,ee was removing cap from air line and failed to completely turn off valve allowing air pressure to be under cap. when cap was removed it struck ee on hand. ee was operating cat 994 endloader.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11958,"truck driver was removing a 2.5 inch cable from pull hook. the cable was in a bent position with stored energy. when the cable was removed from the pull hook, the stored energy released and the cable scraped the truck driver's left forearm causing a laceration that required staples.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11959,"employee was walking to the bolter when it was backing out of the entry. as operator was pulling into #2 entry he left his cable reel on, pulling the cable off the roof. the cable swung from one rib to the other, striking employee below the left knee. employee did not seek medical attention until 4/26/2010.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11960,employee was tightening a bolt on the cutting edge of a dozer when the bolt slipped while being tightened cutting his left hand. requiring 3 to 4 stitches to close cut.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11961,employee was using a belt knife to cut a piece of high voltage ground when the knife slipped causing him to cut his left thumb. the employee received 6 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11962,employee was splashed with caustic that was entrained in scale. he was removing scale build-up from an angle valve that he was repairing. at that time he was sent to a local hospital for treat ment. burns were only first degree. he went to the plant medical department on 11/21/01 with a severly infected right arm. antibiotics were prescribed. no lost time or work restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11963,"while moving stone to set up drill for bolting, left ring finger was pinched between two rocks.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11964,employee was inspecting 8t carrier deck. lifted engine cover but failed to use cover rod to hold engine cover up. engine cover slipped out of his hand and fell on his left hand. fractured 3 fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11965,"the shear was cutting out on headgate side. the no. 2 shield was manually knocked off push, when the rely bar fell ee was positioned so that his right foot was under the rely bar.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11966,injured was helping to set a duke. he had his right hand on the handle of the duke when a crib block fell off the top of the duke striking his little finger of his right hand causing an amputa tion first joint.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11967,ee was breaking bolts loose with a 3' breakover wench when he felt pain in his right elbow. this incident was not reported ont he injury date and the ee did not see a dr until 10-8-01. the dr diagnosis of the ee was tendonitis of the right elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11968,"ee accidentally swung head of roof bolter to close to himself, pinning his right arm between head of machine and rib.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11969,employee suffered lower back strain/injury lifting stone at limestone quarry,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11970,"d9 dozer operator walked up to co-worker to ask where to pull tail pulley for repair. co-worker was bent down hooking up a 3/4"" u shackle to the tail pulley. co-worker raised his arm to point with the shackle in his hand and hit the operator in the mouth, resulting in a chipped and cracked tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11971,10/31 opening ball valve that was hard to open. jerked on handle to try and open. felt pop in arm. continued to work and did not report incident until next day. seen by external physician on 11/1. reported to plant medical 11/2.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -11972,"injured employee was removing a shaft from a speed reducer. as he drew the shaft out, he nipped the tips of three fingers on his right hand cutting the tip of his r middle finger, treated on site, sent to dr. for further evaluation where he received a few stitches on his fingertip and placed on left handed duty only until follow-up appt on 7-14",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11973,"employee was using a pneumatic impact wrench to repair equipment. when air was supplied to the wrench, the front facing exhaust stream of the wrench stirred up debris which was blown into the employee's eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11974,"went to pick up a piece of plate 4"" wide x 4' long thick. stood up with it and back went out took him to his knees.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11975,the tailings thickener tunnels were full of slurry. an ee entered a tunnel with ppe on to close lines and got slurry into their boots. the ee began experiencing a burning sensation inside the boots on the legs. on 3/15/2021 ee was issued restrictions. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -11976,"employee was cleaning frozen material out of the chute to the screen on the sugar beet plant. the material was covered with snow and frozen together making it impossible to pass through the chute. employee, using an 8 foot metal bar to break up material, sustained an injury to his left elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11977,"welding burn to eyes, treated with eye drops ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -11978,"ee was using a bumper type jack to set section tail piece. while jacking up the tail piece, the handle on the jack did not latch, the jack was under pressure and the handle of the jack struck him on the right side of the face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11979,employee was lifting spool of wire rope on the back of a truck,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11980,employee alleges he strained his groin lifting structure.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11981,ee was assisting in moving portable compressor and strained back. began missing work 11/01/06.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11982,"employee stated that ee was cutting a piece of structure off the tail piece, when the structure came loose and struck ee in ee's left leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11983,employees states that he strained stomach while lifting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11984,employee was diagnoised with moderate disc hernation from an injury that occurred 1/23/2008.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11985,employee was performing a routine task of putting tank #69 back in service. he was attempting to knock out the short entry nozzle to inspect it. he was in the process of swinging the maul to unscrew the locking collar. he jammed his left ring finger between the maul handle and the locking collar. diagnosed with contusion & tuft fracture of finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11986,"ee was in the laydown yard, cleaning trash and moving railroad ties. ee alledged he hurt his back while moving ties by hand. ee did not seek medical help for 2 weeks. ee's doctor recommended days away from work starting 10/25/2007. ee's doctor advised he had a possible herniated disk in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -11987,ee was blowing dirt off of some stone when the air hose slipped & blew some dirt into his arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11988,employee was climbing up ladder into loader and his knee gave out.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11989,"employee was washing under southeast side of feed tower, when a rock fell from above, striking his head and shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -11990,"employee stated that he was attempting ot re-rail on oil car and a rock dust car with a 20 ton lifting jack. the jack was extended, injured stated that he hit the quick release while holding the top of the jack. the top of the jack droppe and smashed his right middle and ring fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11991,employee was performing screen change on #8 rotex in coloring building and using wrench to tighten jackscrew. the wrench slipped off the jackscrew causing strain in left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11992,injured was installing roof bolts when the drill pot became lodged and a 4 foot finisher (steel) flew out of the tray and struck injured across the nose. injured drove to the er and was diagnosed with a nose fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -11993,employee stated that ee was installing bolt. ee was going to straighten the bolt to put back in drill pot when the bolt rolled sideways and ee felt pain in ee's left shoulder. ee continued to work up until ee had surgery on 1/6/2022.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -11994,"ee was cutting a piece of wood with a circular saw. ee stated saw became lodged & a metal screw was under the board causing the wood to roll off the gang box. the ee tried to grab the wood, when ee did this, ee's right hand went under the piece of wood & came in contact with the saw blade.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -11995,"while reattaching a guard, the guard slid, pinching the employee's finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11996,employee was standing cleaning out a chute with a bar. as he brought the bar down with some force to remove material he pinched his finger between the bar and the edge of the chute cutting the the end of his left little finger about three quarters of an inch.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11997,"the employee was tightening bolts on the new lime circuit with a high torque wrench. the employees left index finger was between a bolt and the handle of the wrench, so when he started to torque the bolt, his finger was pinched between the bolt and the handle causing a laceration to the tip of the left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -11998,"the employee was changing a tram chain on a roof bolter. the ie was using a chisel and a sledge hammer to take a link out of the chain. when he struck the chisel with the sledge hammer the chisel flipped up striking the employee in the upper lip, causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -11999,"ee was standing between a primary rock screen and a crusher jaw when a rock hit ee in the head rendering ee unconscious. no witness saw the incident and it is unsure if the rock came off of the primary screen or out of the jaw. when ee came to, ee began to throw up. ee was taken to the hospital for a ct scan. conclusion of injury is a concussion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12000,"ee pulls on water hose, experiences pain in lower abdomen, possible hernia. lost time begins at 10/10/02",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12001,"while exiting the 62 shovel, employee realized that ee forgot to turn on the mg set. the employee turned and caught the door latch as it was closing. ee left index finger got pinched between the door jam resulting in a laceration and fracture to the tip of ee left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12002,"injured employee was pulling a mill liner out of the raw mill when he twisted his knee, causing a strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12003,worker was unhooking his lanyard to come down a ladder and cut his hand on metal bracing that secures duct work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12004,"ee was removing a large stone from the crate to place it on the table saw, when he felt a pain on the upper left side of his body.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12005,ee stated he pulled muscle or felt pain in rt leg. calf area. after carrying belt roller,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12006,employee was pulling a motor from air compressor using a come-a-long. when ee felt a sting between shoulder blades. employee continued working until 2/19/19. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12007,the worker was moving a stone to place it on a pallet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12008,"employee was bolting on the left side of a cm miner, and experienced suction problems. employee was cleaning the lower seal on the dust box, when ee's hand was struck by the dust box door. suffered fractures to the 2nd and 3rd metacarpal.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12009,"employee was hooking up relay bar snake head and had relay bar lifted with ¾ ton come longs, hook broke on come a long and hit employee in left hand causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12010,ee stated he was loading a top roller of belt structure and felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12011,"the ee was operating the surge loader and while he was backing up he noticed that he was about oto hit the hatch on the excape tunnel. he turned his head fast, and later his neck and shoulder began to hurt.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -12012,employee was swinging an inspection bar to secure the bottom door lock on a railcar and injured his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -12013,"employee was operating a cutting torch. a small, hot piece of slag fell into the employee's right boot, causing a small burn on his right calf. employee ceased operation, removed the piece of slag from boot, observed the small burn, and stated he was okay and did not seek or ask for first aid or assistance. employee resumed operating the cutting torch.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12014,ee was putting shrink wrap on pallet. back popped. he saw a doctor on friday & has another appt with him this week.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12015,finger hit between crusher hammer and wear liner.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12016,"employee was jacking up the power center on the e9 track, when a jack bar fell striking left hand causing a fracture/laceration to left hand middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12017,"pulling boat on shore, slipped on mud/ice strained back",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12018,"moving electrical panel, lowering it to the floor w/4 people. the cabinet slid on the floor and everyone lost grip. cabinet hit ee in the right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12019,"left eye of miner/welder appears red, irritated, slightly swollen.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12020,as the ee was moving a large drilling machine when a hose caught on another hose. as he pulled on hose a metal pipe attached to the second hose came out of a channel and struck him on the side of his head just below his hard hat.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12021,"employee stated while ee was trouble shooting a 4-wheeler control panel, ee was using a utility knife to cut a zip tie that was holding the leads together. ee was holding the leads with the left hand and as ee was cutting the zip tie, the utility knife slipped causing a laceration between ee's left index finger and thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12022,"the employee was moving heavy batteries from one piece of equipment to another and was lifting them with another employee, during moving them emplyee was injured.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12023,"ee was removing a rub rail from the side of the miner and dropped it on his left foot, resulting in a fracture to the top of the foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12024,"an employee reached under the seat of a haul truck and contacted a sharp piece of metal causing a minor laceration. the laceration was closed using steri-strips. on 1/5/2018, the employee started normal scheduled 7 days off.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12025,pulled a piece of stone on roller conveyor into splitter and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12026,"holding onto lifting head, it went down and mashed employee's right fingertips. reportable only due to sutures: no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12027,employee was driving rubber tire dozer when he hit right elbow on panel,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12028,"employee was moving a truck jack. his right hand slipped off the handle, catching his hand between the jack and the bumper of a liebherr truck. employee received a cut to the right ring finger that required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12029,"taking canopy off scoop, chain came loose and he cut his left middle finger. sutures required - no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12030,"employee inserted finger under a 12"" x 12"" stone in order to move the stone into position along the rollers of a stone cutter. when he moved the control stick to lower the hydraulic cutter ont o the stone to shear it, the rollers lifted causing his right middle finger to be smashed between the rollers and stone.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12031,"ee suffered lime burn to both eyes.the ee & his co-worker were raking refractory bricks out of the kiln hood.was wearing the required face shield/safety glasses, he felt a sharp burning pain in both of eyes.he immediately stopped & flushed eyes out.ee then went to er & was given rx eye drops & saw a specilist that monday.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12032,"replacing jack shaft at roller mill, shaft struck ee on the leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12033,employee was shoveling mud from conveyers and turned wrong.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12034,iron worker foreman was cutting open a cardboard box containing bolts for steel erection. he was using a pocket knife with his left hand while holding the box with his right. knife slipped and cut his middle finger on the right hand. cut required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12035,"employee was removing a flexible conduit connection to make a repair. while using a pipe wrench to turn a fitting, the wrench slipped and his right little finger struck the conveyor frame next to the electrical fitting. the tip end of the right little finger was fractured.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12036,employee was moving a pipe header when it lacerated his neck. the laceration was sutured.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12037,"the ee was bagging product and as he was throwing the filled bag he twisted his body causing a lumbar sprain in his back. injury was minimal, the ee was given a prescription, and allowed to return to work the following day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12038,"removing rock from pan-line, shear was being pulled. he was standing on it, got his foot caught between relay bar and pontoon.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12039,the victim was in the process of moving his joy continuous miner from the #3 entry to the #4 entry on #3 unit whenhe was caught between the rib and the head of the continuous miner which infli cted the fatal injuries.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12040,"ee was hanging ventilation curtain, his foot was sticking out from underneath curtain, pinner ran over right foot causing contusion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12041,"two employees were working on unloading a 4.25-crusher head. injury was assisting the forklift driver to get the forks lined up. the fork was hooked on a beam where the head was resting, he pulled on the beam and his left thumb was caught between the head and the beam. resulting in 2 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12042,i.e.stated as he was putting a roof bolt in the top he hit his rotation while his hand was on the bolt and it jammed his ring finger on his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12043,"ee was working on plant 4 screen and said he ""bent his knee wrong"" felt like he twisted it saturday april 24th. on april 27th an accident report was filed. ee went to see a physician from our workmens comp panelists who referred him to an orthopedic specialist who recommends surgery scheduled for june 22nd 2004.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12044,employee was transferring roof bolts from a scoop bucket to a roof bolter. in doing so he rotated his body without moving his feet while holding a load of roof bolts in his arms. he felt a sharp pain in his lower back. he started receiving treatment from a chiropractor on april 22nd making this a reportable injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12045,was tightening a packing gland nut on crusher motor during longwall set-up and felt a pain in the groin. he worked his regular job until 7/24 when he went off work for hernia surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by concussion -12046,"a push plate tipped over and fell on the ee's foot, fracturing the foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12047,"while pushing a 60"" roof bolt into a hole, he felt pain in his back. seam height was 48"". he began missing work on 8-1-00 to attend therapy.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12048,"employee was cutting a piece of channel rubber to length with a utility knife. ee was kneeling on ground and cutting rubber on a pallet in front of them. they cut the rubber towards themselves, and with such force, that after making the cut, the knife continued on and sliced thru their coveralls and work pants. ee sustained a laceration on the right thigh - 7 stitches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12049,"worker splicing belt was setting belt clamp on conveyor frame and had hand pinched between clamp and frame, causing injury to right thumb requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12050,"miner was working to change out a bushing on a tipping valve arm, when the arm rotated down and pinched miner's left middle finger between the counter-weight arm and d ring which was welded to the feed pipe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12051,"employee was applying shot-crete to the rib when the nozzle end started to plug. ee's partner was attempting to shut down the air to the pump when the nozzle separated from the hose causing the hose to whip the employee towards the opposite rib injuring ee's right leg. seen by site medic, referred to er, x-rays were positive for a fracture. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12052,"calciner product accumulated in duct leading to baghouse & plugged it. a 20' long air lance had been fabricated to blow blockage free. he planned to insert air lance into duct & signal for air to be turned on. other ee thought he signaled for him to turn valve but before he could move, was sprayed with hot gas & product from conveying duct. burned on both forearms & left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12053,employee was struck in the lip with a tool while reassembling a brake. he required 5 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12054,during the day employee was helping to cut and empty reclaim bags in the pit so it could be mixed in with the shot. employee got something in eye and rubbed the eye. employee scratched the cornea and was given antibiotic eye drops. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12055,"employee was standing on the ground next to an elevated work platform. a second employee working on the platform was using a hammer to aid a hydraulic press in moving a large coal mill plate. the second employee swung the hammer, which glanced off of the plate and hit the injured employee on his hardhat.initially not reportable.recently employee received medical treatment for neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12056,employee was grinding metal during the shift and didn't realize something was in his eye. went to the doctor the following morning. there was some uncertainty concerning the doctor report and it was determined on 9/1/03 to be reportable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12057,ee was prying on a cat pad. the pry bar slipped and struck his lower lip causing a cut which required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12058,"employee was lifting a pump onto the back of #38 service truck. employee lost his grip, smashing his finger between the pump and the bed of the truck, employee was taken to nrmc. the tip of hi s finger was broken, the abrasion wrapped and cleaned the employee was released for light dutyand returned to work on 3-7-01. referred to hand specialist for follow up.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12059,the employee went to see the company doctor on 3/16/2007 and was placed on restricted duty. the employee allegedly strained his back while lifting a steel plate.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12060,employee was using a grinder to buff a piece of conveyor belt when ee's left hand slipped and contacted the grinder wheel resulting in a laceration to ee's left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12061,while rolling a rock out of the roadway the employee strained his right elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12062,ee stated he was moving continuous miner and had stopped to hang cable on miner. he stated a deflection plate had been added the scrubber discharge and while standing at the rear of the miner. he began to move it and the miner sloached catching his left foot between it and the footwall.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12063,employee was in the process of shifting the forks on a forklift when the fork slipped out of his left hand. when it slipped it caught his right pinky finger between the back of the fork and the mast frame of the forklift. the injury was defined as a de-glovinig of the tip of the right pinky finger. the injury resulted in a partial amputation of the tip of the finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12064,"tramming joy cm downgrade when the miner began free-wheeling down the grade. the employee, positioned outby the miner, got his feet caught by the outby strands (loops) of the miner cable causing him to fall and be dragged along the bottom for a short distance.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -12065,hand splitting blocks. block tipped and slid down block ankle caught on rocks and rolled. sprained right ankle. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from piled material -12066,"miners were removing tank inspection door which is steel plate 28""x40"". top nuts were loosened and left on. the remaining nuts were removed. miners hit door to relieve pressure. once removing top nuts the door was still hung on studs. they tugged on door. material shifted causing door to push employee back against the belt guard causing them to turn, twisting the right ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12067,"ee was installing his rib line roof bolt and had his 4' starter steel in the roof. when he repositioned his boom to add a 4' extension steel, he had his left hand on the 4' steel still in the roof. the halo on the canopy pinched his index finger on his left hand against the starter steel as the boom was repositioned. this caused a laceration which had to be closed with sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12068,employee went to put his welding helmet when a foreign body fell into his left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12069,reportable only - employee was unloading crib blocks and caught his index finger between the crib block and shield resulting in a fracture to his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12070,"employee was cleaning up material in the vicinity of the primary crusher most of the workday. at or near the end of the shift, the employee experienced lower back discomfort. six (6) days later, he reported the incident and completed a report, but declined medical treatment. two (2) more days passed before he elected to seek medical attention (dec. 02).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12071,"4 right-5 south return. left miner bolter had just finished installing a roof bolt, a rock be-came loose over vent tubing and fell knocking the tubing down. the tubing knocked the miner bolter (ee) against the frame of the miner hurt-ing his ribs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12072,the miner was bending over to pick up a needle nosed plier off of a bench and proceeded to throw his back out.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12073,eq. operator was traveling on a dozer at start of shift. while traveling the operator adjusted the seat. after adjusting the seat he placed his right hand behind the seat to ensure clearance between seat and power inverter that was behind the seat. while his hand was behind the seat the dozer jarred enough to pinch his hand between the seat and the mounted inverter.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12074,"employee was drilling through metal using a power drill when the bit got caught in the metal and the drill torqued out of the employee's hand, striking and fracturing the small finger on his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12075,"employee's were installing resin bolts with a jackleg, and a bolt came out of the driver and hit the employee in the mouth. this incident chipped a tooth and required sutures in the lip for one of the employee's . making this accident reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12076,the man was performing maintenance on a roof bolter. a header board on the machine fell off and struck the man on the hand causing a laceration. report filed for medical treatment only (stitches).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12077,employee's hand became caught between door and door frame. employee opened door to get hand out. employee went to doctor when returning home from work for exam. laceration took 6 stitches to sew up.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12078,lifting on equipment parts and pulled something,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12079,ee was operating a chain saw cutting trees. a tree kicked back sideways and struck ee on left knee. mri shown torn ligament. surgery is being scheduled to repair ligament.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12080,"employee was setting horizontal rebar (size 11) and to help maneuver it, grabbed the end of the rebar with right hand. when sliding the bar, right index finger was caught between the horizontal bar being placed and a previously placed vertical bar, causing a small fracture to the distal phalanx and a laceration, which required sutures. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12081,"employee was removing a bolt from the headrack of a haul truck with an impact wrench. the wrench slipped & the ee caught his ring on metal rack, cutting his finger, requiring (2) stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12082,employee was working on fct-2 in panel l15 smashed finger on flight of fct-2.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12083,ee went to supvervisor on 1-8-05 & gave him a dr's excuse to be off til 1-15-05. ee came back on 1-15-05 wihtout a release. he was told he could not come back to work w/o release. ee came backwith a light duty release. hwm does not offer light duty. he then for the first time said that he hurt himself lifting a tire. he has not returned to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12084,"employee was struck by a piece of drawrock, on the rt. foot, while operating the continuous miner . note: first day off work was 10/18/04.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12085,"employee was cleaning k2 tower with spud bar. while knocking chunk loose employee smashed hand between bar and air cannon, breaking bone in #2 finger on right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12086,"employee was cutting a bearing off a shaft, which was laying on the gravel. the employee cutting stepped to his right. the cutting torch passed by the backside of the fire watch employee's left leg resulting in a second degree burn, approximately 3""x5"" with quarter size blister.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12087,"completed cleaning build up of clay from cone, rock came out & struck safety glasses. this caused a laceration next to his eye on lt. side of face. transported to e.r. & laceration required sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12088,original document submitted 11/29/2018. employee injured lower back while installing a coupler using a sledgehammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -12089,"while removing elevator hood ee claims he pulled a muscle in his back/upper right shoulder area.upon examination by a specialist on 23 may, 2000he stated ee has aggrevated a bone spur adn the bone spur needed to be removed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12090,employee was moving a belt roller out of the walkway along 4 west belt and felt a pain in lower back. ee continued to work all scheduled shifts until being taken off on 3/2/16 for herniated disks,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12091,"he pulled pin to remove hook and pulley, block spun back and hit his arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12092,employee had extended the extension ladder in order to make repairs to overhead electrical linesthe slides on the ladder became stuck & he beganshaking the ladder to free the extension. the ex tension slipped free & jammed his left thumb against the ladder rung. medical attention was sought & sutures were required to close laceration to his thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12093,employee was changing screen panels on the telsmith #2 middle deck. when he rolled over to reach for a panel he felt pain in his chest area. he was taken to the hospital and diagnosed with a pulled chest muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12094,"ee was drilling dog hole in stone when the drill bit caught his right pant leg, twisting his pants causing the abrasion",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12095,employee was removing ball mill liners. liner fell hitting another liner breaking off a small piece which got lodged in employee's left shin. employee received medical attention to remove piece of steel and close laceration with 2 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12096,"employee was opening rail car hatch, hatch got caught on other door, causing the hatch to snap back, causing pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12097,the man was lifting a roof bolter head when he felt a pain in his let side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12098,"injured employee was removing the tongue of the tow hitch from the tow vehicle. the tongue eye was on a bind and when it came loose, the tongue fell to the ground unexpectedly and struck the injured employee on the left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12099,"ee was trying to put a new handle in a hammer. he put the hammer head in the vise. he took a chisel and tried to drive the wooden handle out, wouldn't move. he hit it harder with both hands. t he flat end of the chisel flew up and hit him inthe nose and eye lid.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12100,"cleaning out roadway to move s/c up entry. picked up a 2' piece of 8"" i beam (2 beams welded together). when he picked it up he felt his back pop 3 times and got weak in the legs. felt pain in his lower back. he finished the shift and then went to the doctor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12101,bates contractor was drilling a test hole when the steel broke. the broken steel whipped around cutting him under his right eye on the cheek bone. the cut required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12102,"worker was stacking stone from one pallet to another, smashed left middle finger between two stones.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12103,"employee was assisting another employee with an automatic dumping refuse dumpster. it triggered unexpectedly, recoiled, and crushed his left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12104,while knocking frozen material off a conveyor with a hammer he began having pain in his right elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -12105,while using a chisel and hammer to remove broken grease fitting from the rock buster hammer (equip# 2514) a foreign metal piece of material flew off and lodged into ee's left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12106,"accident 9/25/08, but didn't receive medical attention until 9/30/08. employee was unplugging wet clay conveyor for mill 1 with an iron bar. the clay loosened, causing his left hand to hit the side of the bin, leaving a contusion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12107,track holding saw fell on hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12108,a jervois employee was working on a pump when the ceramic part of the pump broke in their hand causing a full thickness laceration to the l thumb. employee was seen and treated by the site paramedic who then took the employee to the local er for evaluation and required stitches. employee was immediately released with no restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12109,"employee reports while hammering, cut finger on piece of metal.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12110,employee was working on the tower when material blew into his face and eyes,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12111,"employee twisted his back while pulling on a 1"" water hose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12112,ee was grinding a piece of metal when a piece of eighter grinding or metal flew off and went under his safety glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12113,ee was removing wear shoe from eagle screw. ee was bent over screw to catch bolt as it was hammered out of shoe and shoe broke during hammering. sliver from shoe punctured ee's t-shirt and skin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12114,"ee picked up a pallet and stood it up. he then pushed the pallet to the right so it could land on the forks of the lift truck. as he pushed, he felt a sharp pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12115,employee stated he was turning around in the deck of his shuttle car when continuious miner backed up bumping car and pushing him to back. stated he bumped his back against roof (height approx. 4 1/2 ft) and did not want ambulance or medical care. rode out side on 3 wheeler.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12116,"while reinstalling reverse air fan bearing, shaft started to turn. ee tried to re attach pipe wrench on shaft & got caught twisting down & catching ee's finger between pipe wrench handle & base of bearing support",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12117,"employee was working on a pinner. as he lifted the metal box that holds glue, he turned to set it out of the way & his knee started to hurt. he went for an mri on 6/13/05, he has a small tear to his meniscus & is scheduled to start p.t. he went to see a surgeon on 6/27/05, he has not missed any work, the mine has been idle since 6/24/05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12118,he was flushing the sncr return cooling line with sulfuric acid when the pimp dead headed. the line was pressurized. he attempted to depressurize the line by removing the hose and loosened up the hose clamps and started to remove the hose when the pressure from the line pushed through the rubber gloves causing it to spray on his arm and shirt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12119,"while reviewing accidents, management concluded that this accident had not been reported. employee was grinding on excavator bucket when cup wheel exploded and a piece hit him in the chin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12120,ee was checking the resistance of a rotor of a drive motor and pinched his fingers between the rotor and brake caliper fracturing the tips of 2 fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12121,"employee was using a pole to clean out the pug-mill hopper. when the employee thrust the pole into the material, he hit the outside edge of his right hand on the corner of a drive belt guard. this caused a cut in the hand and 7 stitches were required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12122,while using sledge hammer to close crusher a slice of metal flew off of steel and struck employee in chest.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12123,pulled muscle in lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12124,employee bumped his right knee when he was unloading curtain from the bucket of a 3.5 loader. employee did not start missing time from this accident until 8/12/20013.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12125,employee was welding on the belt take up at headgate 15 belt drive. he had welded over 2 hours using a full face welding helmet. that night his eyes started hurting him. he went to hospital where he was diagnosed with flash burn to his eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -12126,employee was tramming the left roof bolter when machine ran over a rock. employee's head struck the roof causing pain in ee's neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12127,"while in the process of tramming a roof bolter, employee struck the back of his neck on a roof bolt strap that had torn loose from mine's roof, resulting in a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12128,cutting a piece of conveyor belt with a razor knife. the knife slipped and he stabbed his left hand. employee received 4 stitches to close the wound.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12129,while shoveling struck finger against metal chute frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12130,"ee states he was tightening bolt and wrench slipped, striking him in mouth, and causing front tooth to loosen. on 2-2-01, he was informed that tooth had to be pulled and replaced with implante d tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12131,"employee was standing behind the roof bolter, as the cable reel engaged he was pushed into the roof bolter supply tray (metal) striking his right ear on the tray, causing a laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12132,"the ee was changing a cradle on 6 ml belt. the injured and another ee were rolling the cradle over in position, when the cradle rolled too far and smashed the ee's hand between the cradle and the bed rail. ee suffered a fracture to the right pinky finger. began missing 5/20/21, and had a follow-up with an orthopedic surgeon on 5/27/21. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12133,"employees were in the process of making a belt splice. ee was holding a knocker steady while another employee was using a flexco hammer to drive it, when a piece of the knocker or hammer broke loose and struck employee in his right arm. ee later felt discomfort and was examined at somerville hospital where a piece of metal was removed & placed on restricted duty until 7/26/12.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12134,"employee was unloading concrete parking curbs from truck. after unloading 2 onto the stack he said he may have bumped them causing one to slide down where he was standing, striking his left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12135,employee was working on the #2 penthouse conveyor speed switch when an employee working above on the screen level knocked lime fines down onto of the injured employee. dust entered eyes causing irritation. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12136,"ee was working on the screen plant. felt a pain in his back that went down his leg. he had a back injury adn surgery in jan. 1999 he thought itwas just a flare up from that. he did not report a new injury, thought rest on the weehand would take care of it. subsequent testing shows new injury, needs surgery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12137,employee was holding a 6 foot piece of 48 inch corrugated plastic pipe steady while another employee cut a 8 inch notch in the end with a chain saw. the saw kicked the bar out of the cut and the operator struck the left gloved hand of the second employee. injured employee was seen at med express and received three sutures to close a laceration on index finger. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12138,employee was grinding welds on structure and got a foreign object in right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12139,employee failed to report for work on the evening of may 15th. phoned in on the 16th to say he had hurt his back during his 1st shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12140,employee was working in the adr-1 cutting a zip tie with a fixed blade razor knife. it resulted in a laceration on the top of employee's thumb requiring sutures and restricted work. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12141,employee was loosening a fitting to install an air motor. felt a sharp pain in right elbow. muscle strain diagnosis by physician.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12142,"supervisor was using a wash down hose to clear material off a conveyor. when they turned the hose on, the pressure knocked them off balance. they stepped back and stepped down a 6 1/2"" step to a lower platform. this shifted all the weight to left leg injuring it. fractured the tibia and fibula bones in left leg. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -12143,employee was operating a dozer and while backing up he hit a rock and jarred his neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -12144,ee was hammering on a piece of steel cable to cut it and make a molley. a small piece of wire broke loose and penetrated the outer side of ee's left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12145,employee was working on the processing plant. he was guiding a new metal chute into position when his finger got caught between the chute and an angle iron. employee received a laceration to his left index finger. he received stitches. there is no lost or restricted time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12146,"operator of doosan excavator was on a slope moving boulder which gave way causing excavator to drop approx 4'. operator was wearing seat belt, which actually contributed to the injury per the dr. operator received l1 back injury. bed rest and brace until healed. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -12147,ee was operating haul truck. the shovel dropped a very heavy load on to the truck causing the cab of the truck to jar causing neck and shoulder pain. the ee did not seek medical attention unti l 11-21-00 when the neck and shoulder pain persisted following the incident. ee has been placed on sedentary work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -12148,the employee was using a utility knife to cut the string off of a roll of vacuum hose when the knife contacted his left hand small finger causing a laceration. the laceration required four stiches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12149,"on 08/21/2009 employee was tightening wedges in a brattice and hit his middle finger, left hand with a hammer. marfork safety was not aware until notified by brickstreet insurance that this accident involved a fracture until 09/08/2009.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12150,"drilling crew was mentally stressed due to mechanical problems. drill rig (cme850) was in the shop for repairs. steel hwt casing was piled on the rig above the top of the holding posts. while reaching for tooling, driller knocked casing down and it landed on his foot. driller did not see it falling because of distraction of poor housekeeping.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12151,"bolting on right side of joy 14ed miner in 22d, #2 entry, just outby 44 block. pushed bolt up into finished hole with right hand and rotated body to grab wrench out of storage area with left hand and felt pop and pain in right shoulder and pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12152,"ee was drilling a left hole with pauline bolter, when drill steel got hung up, ee grabbed steels with left hand and checked bolter suction with right hand. the steel that was hung up in the hole fell, striking the steels he was holding, causing the drill steel to strike his right hand. resulted in a fracture to the right ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12153,pulling pallet out of palletizer magazine and apparently dislocated rib on left side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12154,ee was drilling when a rock contacted eye while wearing safety glasses resulting in a prescription to treat a scratch to eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12155,employee was using a prop to knock a stopping loose. in the process it caught his right index finger between the prop and the rib. he receivednine stiches. rking with sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12156,the injured was holding a hose on a pipe. the hose slipped and caught his thumb between the hose flange and the pump.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12157,a fully trained miner was using a track jack when the jack fell over onto ee's foot. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12158,employee pinched & lacerated his finger while changing the belt rollers. the dr. diagnosed him with a fracture & dislocation of his left second finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12159,the employee was attempting to open a stuck water valve. he applies additional pressure and the valve opened abruptly jamming his finger between a bolt and the valve handle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12160,"employee was using a pipe wrench to remove cap from radiator, antifreeze blew on employee's hand causing burns.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12161,"while cutting a railroad rail w/torch, injured's right foot was injured when rail snapped, causing fracture to middle toe and laceration requiring stitches. stitches, meds, restrictions (light duty).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12162,"ee was lifting bushings while doing mill maintenance and experienced pain in lower back and numbness in left leg. he continued to have lower back pain radiating into his left leg, and after a diagnosis of a herniated disc. ee had surgery. there was no medical treatment or lost time until the date of surgery 7/23/02 at which time accident became reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12163,employee was cutting a conveyor belts cutting hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12164,"employee was performing plant maintenance activities, which included removing a loose piece of steel that had just been cut loose from the plant. when the employee tried to remove the loose piece of steel, it dropped suddenly and pinched employee's right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12165,"ee was turning a nut on a rod. the weld broke, causing the rod to fly up and hit ee's right wrist. this resulted in a break to his wrist. medical only, no lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12166,ee was bolting top and drill steel wrench came out and hit ee on left hand and broke his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12167,he was using a utility knife to cut rings on a plaster bucket when the knife bounced off bucket cutting his left wrist. he got 9 stitches. no lost time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12168,"at the time of the incident, employee was beginning repairs to the right rear turbocharger on a cat 789 off-highway truck. as he was examining the turbocharger a co-worker leaned on the engine compartment cover, causing it to fall and strike him on his hard hat/head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12169,the serviceman was shoveling up cement at the rail unloading station when the serviceman felt back go out,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12170,"ee was holding a rubber skirt out of the way, while another ee was using a torch to cut a piece of metal. the injured ee dropped the rubber on the torch head and it came down and burned his arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12171,injured stated that he was helping pull the cable off the bolter reel on #2 unit when he felt a pull in his lower back. injured went to the doctor and received medication.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12172,employee states that he placed his hand on the conveyor boom and leaned over to get pull rope to hang cable on the hook on the miner boom. as he leaned over his stomach hit the tram lever and this caused the miner to move and pin his hand momentarily between the coal rib and the miner boom.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12173,portable electric die grinder lost power momentarily and once it kicked back on the tool fell out of employee's hand with the grinding wheel cutting the top of left hand by ring finger. very poor design on this tool and all have been taken out of service for our company. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12174,repairing frame of disc/harrow. were turning frame over and frame rolled on employe's heel(right). bruised achilles tendon- went to hospital late (6-6:30 pm) for pain medication. told to stay off of it for 3 days. told to elevate and ice for 48 hours.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12175,employee was removing cribbing from under dozer and machine shifted. cribbing struck right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12176,employee was welding then began to use a chipping hammer. a hot chip flew up and dropped behind ee's safety glasses hitting ee's right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12177,"employee threw a metal sheet up into truck, as he tried to adjust it, lacerated right forearm approx. 2.5-3 cm. he received 9 - 10 sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12178, ee was discarding worn out belt idlers when ee turned and felt a twinge in the lower right side of their back. ee did not report to immediate supervisor until 5/17/2016,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12179,injured was lifting a roll of wire screen out of a caterpillar loader bucket. the roll of screen fell smashing the little finger on his left hand. he received 7 stitches to his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12180,employee was drilling hole thru wall & drill bit hung up in the metal causing the drill to twist in his right hand. returned to work the next day with right thumb swollen. he was examined by a physician & it was determined that the thumb was actually broken.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12181,employee was jacking a manbus on the track and the jack came out and the handle socket struck the employee on the left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12182,"the employee was cleaning a cardox port on the kiln, when the kiln went positive and hot dust hit the employee in the face. the employee sustained burns to the left side of his face and left ear.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12183,"driving in ground rod with driver, hand slipped and was caught between driver and ground rod. laceration at base of left thumb. 4 stitches",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12184,employee was using a chain hoist to move a gear case. the chain hoist slipped and fell on his left hand causing laceration. employee had sutures in left ring finger. medical treatment. compliance with rules and regulations was not a factor. miners proficiency and job skills may have been a factor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12185,"ee was cutting the end of a robroy condulet to remove excess in order to insert plug. he had his left hand stabilizing the pipe, about one foot up from the end. he was cuttig the end of the condulet with a razor knife in his right hand and pulling up. the blade slipped and cut his left thumb, resulting in two stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12186,ee was pulling on a light when his hand slipped & hit a sharp object. he received five stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12187,"2 ees & foreman were making a splice in #1 belt. they were using two 1 1/2 tons chain hoists to pull belt back together. 1 man on each side of belt with 1 man operating each hoist. belt was almost back together when ee stopped ratcheting the hoist & said he'd done something to his rt shoulder. this happened 7/12/10, he worked thru 7/24/10, went to dr & didn't come back to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12188,ee and co-worker were lifting the rob rail on the miner tp put back in place when ee hurt his back. he did have help lifting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12189,the employee was assisting in the task of lining up the reducer pipe on the #2 in line pump. the process involved 2 other employees on the ground and an employee in the front end loader which lifts the pipe in place. during the process the employee injured his right shoulder. the employee did not seek medical treatment until 8-14-2015 at which time it was deemed reportable,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12190,"weather was changing - becoming very windy w/gusts to 40 mph - trying to pull doors (large metal) closed on 2nd floor of plant using a large wooden arm with an eye bolt in it. bolt came loose, lost grip & fell back catching self with left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -12191,"employee was pulling a 3"" hose to hook up to pump. when pulling hose he felt a strain to lower back and left arm. employee did not seek medical attention until 6/29/11.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12192,employee was carrying a 20' chain link fence panel up from the bottom of a settling pond when he heard a pop and felt pain from his left calf. reliance released him to restricted duty - left calf strained.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12193,"employee operating stationary belt saw and completing a cut on a block of marble. standing on platform at control panel, noticed movement to his left. saw a slab tilting outward, reached to left to very edge of slab. at same time, a 4"" x 6"" x 5' timber used to hold slabs in place came loose toward employee, came in contact with tip of finger on left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12194,"employee was in the process of cutting drip line on leach pad with a razor knife, while cutting the plastic line the knife slipped, making contact with the left forearm, causing a laceration to the forearm,requiring stiches to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12195,ee was using sledgehammer to align dozer track and metal fragment punctured ckin on chest could not determine if metal was from hammer or dozer track.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12196,"while cutting string with a utility knife, employee cut his left pinky finger. the finger required sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12197,employee was removing liners in the bell mine. he placed a wedge under liner to loosen from rubber pod. while swinging a sledge hammer he missed wedge and hit his right foot on the inside at a pprox the knuckle of big toe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12198,"while lifting stone, felt pain in groin area. improper lifting and turning at same time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12199,"while drilling out holes for fender with mag drill, the employee stepped on the cord, unplugging the mag drill causing the drill to demagnetize falling on employee's hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12200,"employee was installing a cooler seal in the upper cooler arm on the # 8 kiln. employee was having difficulty putting in the seal. they took a glove off, then accidently rubbed their hand across a sharp object. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12201,disgruntled employee opened fire on co-workers during safety meeting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12202,"ee was sloping with d-6 dozer. noticed pain in neck and shoulders. thought it would go away. muscle swelled between shoulders. saw dr on 9/1/00. pain med, muscle relaxers, & therapy for 2 or 3 times.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -12203,dragging wash hose to conveyor #1. as hose unfolded a hose clamp punctured left forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12204,he was pulling wires through the light fixtures and his hand slipped and caught the side of the light fixture,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12205,couple of boulders got stuck in the feeder. employee walked up to catwalk to take a look and a rock shot out of the feeder hitting them in the chin on the right side causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12206,"the ee stated, while attempting to repair a water leak in the 4"" fresh water line at #27 block on the 7 right/4-south section, he started to pick up the end of a joint of pipe to place it and felt pain in his upper back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12207,employee was tightening valve on silo. he had to get in an awkward position. while he was tightening he felt a burning pain in his groin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12208,"injured was operating a roof bolter on the left side. as he was dropping the operator's canopy, the moveable wing caught on a roof bolt plate. the injured was talking to the other driller and had put his hand on top of the rigid canopy. when the canopy came free from the roof bolt plate, it caught his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12209,"pitching crib blocks and caught left fingers between another crib block, f/x finger of left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12210,"ee was sent down to the electric substation pit to catch a stray cat which the cat bit the ee on the right little finger. the animal control officer was called to get the cat and observe for 1 0 days, the ee was given immunization shot and medication for preventive caution.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12211,ee was assisting other workers to remove screw from pump. the screw fell and crushed his finger between the screw shaft and fork on the lift truck. no damage or impairment to the mining equi pment. the pup failed. dust accumlated causing access difficult. screw had to be manhandled. this accident did nto vilate rules or complaince issues.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12212,"ee was shovling sand from under jaw crusher, preparing to move. ee was inside frame of cursher. a jd 555 crawler was being used to clean up loose sand from around crusher. while digging, crawl er forced a rock up into shovel and ee had his right hand on top of shovel, forcing shovel into frame, catching hisright hand between fram of crusher and top of shovel handle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12213,"lifting back board to weld, had a pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12214,"employee was repairing the discharge line for a surface pump. while cutting the discharge line off of a coupler, his knife slipped and he stabbed his left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12215,"shoveling gravel into holes at quarry shot, hurt shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12216,"injured was cutting one piece of steel off of another piece of steel beam. on completing the cut, the smaller piece fell free allowing the bigger piece to fall some 2"" striking the left foot o f the individual. the beam struck the foot just behind the steel toe cap of his foot. the injured removed the steel from his foot and sought assistance.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12217,stacking stand up broken flag stone onto a pallet when walking a stone to the pallet he twisted his body and felt a pull/pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12218,employee smashed his right pinky finger between trummel liner & metal bar.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12219,ee was removing a bolt from a belly pan on a d10t dozer. he was cutting the bolt with a torch he had a face shield on and a piece of slag got under the shield and into his eye. ee didn't know it till later on his way home.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12220,"employee was replacing tail jack on miner when jack fell hitting 4th digit finger on his left hand. 3 sutures were required, employee has returned to regular duty on 12-14-07.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12221,while hand loading roof bolts into scoop bucket he said he picked up 5 bolts and turned to throw them into scoop and hurt his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12222,employee was using a crescent wrench to tighten a bolt when he felt pain in his right wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12223,"four men were hanging miner, loader, bolter cables and 1 1/2"" hose, when he felt pain in left shoulder. he continued to work at his regular duties, but also continued to have pain. he eventually was taken off work for left shoulder surgery on 11/13/2009.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12224,"employee was lifting a 5 gallon bucket with 4 gallons of water in the bucket. as the employee lifted the bucket, they felt a sharp pain in their lower back. as a result the employee re-injured his back from an off the job injury that resulted in back surgery earlier this year.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12225,"while carrying rollers into belt line, through a man door @ 92 block, 5 west, employee felt pain shoot through lower back, and down right leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12226,"while cutting a piece of rubber w/ a razor knife, ee cut across the palm of his rt. hand & was not wearing gloves.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12227,millwright states he was using an impact wrench when the socket flew off hitting him in the mouth causing broken tooth. reportable - fx tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12228,ee was attempting to place bearing on tail pulley with the use of a chipping hammer when a piece of metal chipped off bearing and lodged in left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12229,"employee was working on 3/26/19 in dry plant shoveling out built up sand. employee woke up the morning of 3/27/19 with a sore back and went to urgent care. the employee was diagnosed with muscle strain and was given one day off by the attending physician, and a return to work with restrictions until follow up appointment on 4/3/2019.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12230,victim was hammering on a bearing role to loosen it wehn a metal bit flew into his left eye. victim was wear glasses but not safety glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12231,pulling pipe; strained low back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12232,ee was pulling glue out of the box in order to load ee's tray and felt a sharp pain in ee's right shoulder. ee was taken off work on 11/22/2022 for a possible torn rotator cuff. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12233,crew was dipping center pin of shovel in liquid nitrogen when it started to bubble out of the tank coming into contact with employee's left hand. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12234,employee received a slight bruise to ee's right leg while moving a metal plate on top of a crusher.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12235,employee was bolting a belly pan back up on dozer after changing a starter. the chain holding the belly pan up came loose allowing it to strike his arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12236,the employee was installing a transmission guard on a piece of caterpillar equipment and caught employee's right foot between the guard and frame. employee broke bone in top of foot. employee did not seek medical attention until 3-5-2017.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12237,a roller bearing went down in the outer planetary cap of the joy 14cms cont miner. ee was helping to change the bearing when the bearing cap fell out and smashed his right hand between the cap & a crib block.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12238,"ee was repairing shaft. he was swinging an axe downward driving in a timber. on the way down the axe struck a support, deflecting the axe onto this right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12239,"ee was moving hess rock by hand and other rocks fell down on his hand, breaking finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12240,ee was making a pallet of stone when a rock fell onto ee's finger. the others were stacking to quickly which led to this.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12241,employee was putting the foot on the out rig of the crane. out rig was extended out catching employees foot between the pipe and the out rig.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12242,"while inspectingcooler, dust fell in right eye. doctor removed particle from eye. ee returned to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12243,"the injured employee was removing a jack stand from under a d6 dozer. ee pulled the pin to collapse the extension and it did not collapse. when it did collapse, ee's finger was pinched, causing an avulsion to the little finger on ee's left hand. the employee did not return to work for ee's next shift making the incident reportable. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12244,"was pulling cables through trollies, felt pain in abdomen",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12245,"employee was off bearing strips of stone when a stone fell off the cutter and landed on top of his right foot, just above the steel toe. employee was placed on temporary restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12246,the employee was removing a lump of clay from a conveyor. the weight of the clay was approx. 15 lbs. as the employee reached to remove the clay from the belt he felt a pull in his right arm (bicep). the employee has a possible torn tendon in the right arm next to the shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12247,bolting the roof twisted to get a bolt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12248,"a tube was being fed through the catwalk with a loader, with two employees guiding it on the catwalk. while lifting the tube on shoulder, one employee felt pain in shoulder. upon investigation, the employee felt employee put too much weight on one shoulder and was not lifting properly.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12249,employee was splicing #1 conveyor. he was attempting to cut belt when his arm hit a nail sticking up when he was sliding the flexco cutter back and forth on the track. the wound required sutures (stitches).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12250,a maintenance mechanic was using rigging to move raw mill shell liners. the employees right pinky finger was pinched between the shackle and magnet that was being used to move the liners. this resulted in a fracture on the tip of the pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12251,"ee was repairing the cm, a cover measuring 30""l x 16""w x 1/2"" thick had been lifted into a vertical position.ee was on top of the machine and needed to get additional parts for the repair when he jumped off of the miner and his right hand was pinched between the cover and the frame when the cover fell.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12252,"ee stated that while throwing a lop of loader cable around cable already hung up, cable didnt stay up and fell toward him striking him on the nose.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12253,ee ( plant operator ) was using a razor knife to cut a piece of rubber belting when the knife came in contact with his left thigh.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12254,"employee was assisting on the longwall move. employee attempted to lift a 4"" i beam. ee felt a ""pop"" in left groin. employee finished shift and worked the next day. ee felt increasing soreness in the affected area and went to the doctor. ee was diagnosed with a hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12255,changing get and bolt spun and cut finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12256,employee was holding a roof bolt that was being used to drive the pins out of the cat pads on the joy continuous miner when a co-worker who was using a six pound sledge hammer to strike the roof bolt with missed the roof bolt and struck the employees right wrist causing fractures to the wrist and hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12257,"while backing the roofbolter out of the entry, a cable bolt (8' long) was caught in rib on left side of entry and it flipped around and hit the employee in the face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12258,ee removed guard to clean the belt drum and realized the coal tripper needed move to the n end of the building. ee requested the cro to start the unloading conveyor and traveling tripper. after the conveyor and tripper started ee laid the spud bar at ee's feet and proceeded to move phone from shirt pocket to pants pocket so it didn't fall out of shirt when ee was struck by bar,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -12259,"ee was welding in the #1 kiln, there were some metal angle braces welded inside of the kiln where he was working. he leaned over to remove some slag, his welding shield started to fall off his head. he raised his head backward, when he did he hit his head on the metal braces.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12260,the loadout chute center spout broke. injured was underneath it trying to line it up. some lime dust came loose and hit him in his face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12261,"ee cleaning out east end of #5 cooling tower screw. he had the bar in chute material dropped down, hit end of the bar causing the end of the bar outside of the chute to slip out of his hands, striking him in the right cheek.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12262,the injured ee was replacing liners in the 5 ft. crusher and got a foeign particle in his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12263,ee alleges he was putting his left glove on and cut his middle finger left hand on a hose clamp. the hose clamp was on a rock dust hose he was holding.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12264,"ee was removing swing clutches from crane. one of clutch halves became stuck. he repositioned hand to loosen. clutch half loosened before hand was removed, therefore crushing finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12265,the employee was loading belt structure into a trailer. he pulled a top roller out of a pile of rollers and felt a pop in his left shoulder. he was seen at the hospital and released to light duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12266,employee was powdering a drilled hole in a working room. powder hose got plugged up. employee was holding the hose when the plug broke free and it forcefully exited the hole in the wall. the motion of the forceful exit of the hose over extended (backwards) the employees shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12267,employee was helping change a planetary on a miner. later on in the shift employee felt some pain in abdomen. employee started missing work on 7/26/22 due a hernia repair. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12268,was moving forks on lo-trac broke tip end of left ring finger and received 8 sutures,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12269,helper was in the process of adding an nq rod and felt a sharp pain in upper back along the edge of right shoulder. the pain went away until they started loading core trays into the lv.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12270,was picking up a section of venlilation tubing and felt pain in back. starting missing work 7-24-00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12271,"he opened the door to the engine compartment on a front-end loader and the latch did not work, the door fell striking him on the head.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12272,employee was lifting a piece of cable to unload it from a diesel when he felt a pull in his stomach. the injury continued to bother him and on 10/11/00 he started to recieve medical treatment,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12273,employee stated he was helping move and hang the cont. miner cable when his shoulder which had been hurting started hurting worse. on the night of 12/06/2009 he left the mine with his shoulder hurting again and was taken off work on 12/10/09. mri that was done showed tendinosis.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12274,"two men were working atop an 80 ft silo attempting to reset the chain on a bucket elevator. one man was below and in phone contact with one of the two mechanics atop. as the call was ending, the assisting mechanic atop knocked a 'miner's bar' off the platform. the bar fell and hit the man below on the back of the head. the man died approx. three hours later in the hospital.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12275,using a metal bar to pry a run- through air lock door open and strained lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12276,getting out of loader and hit elbow on armrest.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12277,contractor employee was installing resin bolts in the face of no. 8 entry. employee was pushing the bolt over with the palm of employee's right hand and as employee was aligning the pin wrench to finish installing the bolt employee engaged the rotation causing the bolt to spring striking employee's right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12278,"while loading trash onto a trailer, a 2x2 board slipped and pinned employees leg inside cab of bobcat.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12279,"citation no. 9534977 was issued during a part 50 audit regarding this injury. while installing a roof bolt for another operator, the employee strained their right arm/elbow when they pulled hard to get the drill steel out of the roof. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12280,employee was operating the john deere 317 skid steer loader. he pulled back on the handle to back up and hit his right elbow (funny bone) on the arm rest. the foam covering the metal frame had come off over the years and bare metal was exposed. he said it hurt for a little while then was alright. he refused medical treatment until 6/13/07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12281,"this was an accident that occurred with prior employee under prior management. i have spoken to the former employee to gather this information. on november 15, 2013 the employee was removing a cover from a conveyor and broke his pinky finger on his left hand. we no longer own the conveyor that was involved in this incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12282,ee hit his left leg with a hammer. began missung work on 6/12/00.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12283,ee was pulling siding off building and a piece fell and hit him on the right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12284,he was shoveling coal onto the belt and felt pain in his lower back. *we dispute the allegations in citation #8055901 and submit this report solely to terminate the citation. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12285,"shoulder strain while closing 18"" blind.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12286,"employee was using a 3/4 ton come-a-long to remove a 40' roll of 60"" mine belt from a 975. the belt was lifted high enough for clearance, and then was being lower to the ground when the come-a-long released & free wheeled until the belt hit the ground. ee was holding onto the slack end of the come-a-long and his arm was jerked upward thus staining his left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12287,ee clearing plugged pipe when material came down on poke bar forcing ee thumb into pinch point. requiring stitches. immediately returned to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12288,"employee was changing out 10"" metal pipe 9' long, when pipe fell, landing on left foot behind steel toe on boot. employee has been placed on light duty due to this injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12289,"the claimant was sweeping off a welding table, when he grabbed a pipe stub, lacerating his right ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12290,"pulling grates on #3 kiln, hand struck dumpster directly behind ee causing laceration that bled.four stitches in his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12291,employee was aligning a pump to insert bolts when he sustained an elbow fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12292,employee was attempting to install roof bolt. he was trying to straighten bolt and guide the bolt to the drill head of bolter so bolter could assist in pushing bolt up into the drill hole when the drill head caught bolt bending the same and caught finger between roof bolt plate and the drill head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12293,tripped on swivel picking up rods; rod fell on leg between knee and ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12294,"tightening a bolt and spud wrench slipped, causing him to strike his right index finger against a piece of sheeting.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12295,swinging hammer missed wedge hit stone bounced back hitting ee in left eyebrow area causing laceration requiring sutures,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12296,"lifted mop bucket to empty instead of using the lever to dump the water, resulting in back pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12297,"ee reported when unloading timbers from a ram cat trailer along the 17 left belt entr, sturkc his head against a belt hanger. ee reported the injury to his supervisor on this dat. continued to work all scheduled shifts. on 10-1-02 was initially treated by a physician for the injury. started losing regular scheduled work days on 11-25-02, became a reportable injury on this date.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12298,"ee was working on 7 section and was using utility knife and cut right finger. ee saw nurse, did not need stitches but nurse put a butterfly strip on cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12299,ee was inspecting a conveyor. while working he bumped into a bar that struck a beam causing dust to fall down. some of which got into employees eye. he was taken to the local medical facility where he was diagnosed with a scratched cornea and prescribed antibiotic drops.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12300,"employee was setting a timber. he got down on his knees to set the timber. while on his knees, he twisted around and said he felt his knee pop.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12301,ee was moving a section of vent tubing. as he lifted the tubing he pulled it sideways & strainedhis back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12302,ee went to see dr on 4/14 and was reurned to regular duy. his l thumb with hammer while using a wedge to move bottom of a bucket down so he could weld it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12303,"ee shut tailgate pinching right ring finger between tailgate and etal bracket. the result is 1/2"" laceration and tuft fracture to right ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12304,"a yard hand was cleaning up spilled raw materials (amonium sulfate) and was not using the proper protective gloves. after a few hours he developed chemical burns on his fingers. he visited the doctor, received ointment and antibiotics and will be healed in one week. non-serious burns.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12305,carrying granite-scraped arm,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12306,employee was placing head for motor into cab when it turned over causing laceration to left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12307,"ee was cutting skirting on a trailer so that he could pass conduit through the skirting. while cutting the skirting with the knife his hand slipped, cutting his right index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12308,"ee smashed finger while moving scaffolding, causing laceration to his finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12309,"lying down in an awkward position while working #1 filter at bldg 400. employee felt pain in lower right side of back, once he resumed normal upright body position.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12310,ee was pouring oil from 5 gallon bucket into used oil tank on 8-27-02. this was not reported until 9-5-02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12311,he was drilling a hole in the mine floor with hand drill and caught his finger on the drill steel keeper pin. his right ring finger was cut. 9 sutures required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -12312,right shoulder strain. employee was laying on his left side replacing feed wear plate. he reached overhead to position plate and heard a pop and felt a sharp pain in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12313,"ee was attempting to take a hose off of a fitting with a hammer. he hit his left index finger with the hammer, smashing finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12314,miner was pulling electric lines to the primary crusher. while pulling the ground line tight the strap he was using slipped. when the line slipped he grabbed the wire with his left hand and a sharp piece on line cut his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12315,employee stated that he was pulling on rockdust hose and felt pain in his groin area. he continued to work until 7/23/07 at which time he was diagnosed with a bilateral hernia.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12316,while working on collecot dust at baghouse his right arm holding wrench slipped and banged against an unknown object right forearm was punctured.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12317,associate was working on the variable speed control box in the electrical house. he went to set the box down and turned as he was setting it do wn and felt sharp pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12318,"he was laying on his stomach, lifting screen out of screen deck, and pulled a muscle in the right side of his chest. incident occurred on 11/15/2007 and was reported on 11/19/2007.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12319,"while bending an 84"" tension rebar roof bolt, he felt a sharp pain in left shoulder. he continued to work full time without restrictions with pain until he was diagnosed with rotator cuff tear. ***he began missing work on 7-25-12.***",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12320,ie changing filter cloth-pulling on embedded ropes of filter cloth. sprain to shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12321,"the maintanence crew was replacing an electric motor. the motor was lined up with two of the bolts and the motor was suspended approximately 2 inches from the base. the ee proceeded to reach between the motor and the base to line up the support bolts. as his hand was under the motor, the motor fell crushing three of his fingers. rx drugs, stiches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12322,the employee was bolting in the #6 heading. the height was approximately 8 feet which is abnormal for this seam. the operator had completed drilling the hole for the bolt and was lowering the drill boom when his middle finger on his left hand was caught-between a hydraulic fitting on the drill pot motor and the drill boom.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12323,"ee reports that ee spotted incorrectly into lime silo, then rubbed eye with lime on it from the handrail, resulting in exposure to lime in eye. seen at an eye clinic, diagnosed with a corneal abrasion to the eye, prescribed meds for the eye and released with restriction that site can accommodate.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12324,"the employee was moving/relocating a portable lt130 metso jaw crusher. the employee was wearing a hard hat. a rock fell off of the top of the machine around the feeder area, which they saw the shadow of and looked up and the rock struck them in the head under hard hat.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12325,employee was working to keep #1-1 pant leg on #1 bauxite bin clear of scale. a metal rod had been placed near #1-1 pant by another employee. the rod slipped and fell striking him on his left f oot. the impact caused a severe contusion 0n his foot. employee was placed on restrictions on 9/24/01. employee is not losing any time.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12326,employee was removing rocks from crusher; picking up a rock and pulled muscle in left arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12327,employee was working on a screen and experienced worse than normal pain in back. ee was sent to the doctor for an x-ray and mri but no treatment was received. ee back did not improve with first aid type treatment so ee received medical treatment from a physician on 5/25/18. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12328,"while removing worn out barrel sleeve, employee received a mild cut left palm, and received stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12329,"while riffling coal sample, employee lifted the hinged door (approx. 1 - 2 lbs.) to riffle and complained of shoulder pain afterwards 03/28/14 dr. ordered tests and restriction - do not return to work until evaluated - workers' comp has made no decision at this time",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12330,"while the employee was lining up drill steel to start a bolt hole, he moved the drill head and caught his left thumb between the steel and the atrs rock deflector. he suffered a laceration on his left thumb requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12331,"was using large guzzler hose to vacuum up spilled coal. his foot slipped, putting strain on his abdomen, causing pain and swelling. he continuedworking for several weeks but has now gone in fo r surgery and will be off several weeks. dr saidhe had a hernia.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12332,"ee was helping to make a belt splice, his co-worker was pounding with pick hammer, a piece of metal broke off hammer and went into his hand. cause of injury was using wrong tool. compliance wi th rules/regs not a factor. protective equip wasa factor, miner profiency a factor, mining equip/system was a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12333,"employee was raising the outby roll of belt that as going to be pulled on next. the inby roll was being pulled, pulled to the end of the spool. there were nails holding the last lap of belt to the spool, allowing the spool to pull forward a couple feet. the nails then pulled out of the wood, allowing the spool/hangers to swing back and strike the employee in the lower left leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12334,"employee was helping to drop the miner cable which was hung with rope type hangers. as he was unhooking one of the hangers, one of the metal hooks caught him in the left nostril cutting his nose. the cut required sutures to repair it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12335,employee lifted the back end of a portable air compressor and pulled a muscle in his lower back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12336,employee was lifting spokane and hurt lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12337,"the limestone crusher had plugged with rocks requiring a crane to remove big rocks whole. small rocks were removed by hand. ee removed a rock too heavy to be removed by hand, hurting his back which is a chronic condition.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12338,ee alleged he strained his back while lifting blocks to build a stopping.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12339,"cleaning out the jet mill lines, when excessive material flew out of the line and into employee's eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12340,"employee was using a claw hammer to straighten cable hangers ,when employee hit hanger with the hammer a piece of metal chipped off of the head (1/4 x 1/8 ) penetrating in the left arm just above watch band requiring medical removal.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12341,"the crew was removing screens from a screen deck. this worker had a screen that was stuck and when he pulled hard the screen came loose, causing the screen to strike his chin. the chin had an abrasion and was swollen. he was taken to the doctor and was released to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12342,"employee was pushing forks of ug forklift closer togather, ee got left middle finger mashed in the process. stitches were needed to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12343,employee was adjusting the height of an adjustable caterpillar jack stand. the tube slipped from his hand and his little finger on his right hand was in the bottom adjustment hole and the tip of his finger was amputated. employee was transported to camc general but the tip could not be re-attached.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12344,"employee was doing repair work on the main crusher, he was using a mechanical come-along to remove a guard. the hook on the come-along slipped out of the anchor hole & struck the ee on the hard hat causing a small laceration on his forehead. (4) sutures were required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12345,"employee was performing housekeeping and removing a heavy piece of cast iron. employee lost control of the material and fell forward trapping his hand under the metal object. the employee suffered a fracture to his right hand, first metacarpal. prognosis is full recovery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12346,employee was removing a large rock from a conveyor walkway. the rock rolled towards the employee and bumped into his right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -12347,employee was cutting the stone and i turned around and it cut his finger in the middle of the left finger of the left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12348,ee was lifting a personnal tool box when he felt pain in center of stomache. ee was taken to company doctor and on 6/5/09 he was diagnosed with a small herina. ee was released to rtw by company phyisian. ---(surgery was on 8/6/09 making this a lost time-misc mail 8/10/09 #2),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12349,improper lifting procedure.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12350,ee was helping install a new slieve on a chute when the piece of metal he was holding slipped and caught his finger between another piece of metal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12351,"employee was cutting a piece of steel that two other workers were supporting. when he broke through the steel it slid, getting away from the other two workers. the steel plate slid down hitting employee's foot, bending it downward, putting strain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12352,ee was cleaning off guard by brushing it with his hands. another ee was assisting by tapping guard with hammer to loosen it. hammer slipped striking the first employee's left middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12353,"employee was mounting dozer, pulling himself up by handrail with his left hand, felt pain in left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12354,"on 8-23-02, the ee was performing duties as a coal drill operator. while moving the drill from one hole to the next, he turned his head to be able to see the rear of the drill. at that time he felt a pop in his neck. he was examined by a physcian on 8-28, and physical therapy was prescribed. he reported the accident to the co on 8-29-02.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12355,"employee sustained a laceration injury to his left hand when he forcibly struck the plastic protector cover over a whip-light bulb with his hand, in an attempt to move/slide the plastic protective cover, shattering the whip-light light bulb in his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12356,the ee was picking up a pipe brace off the ground beside a truck when another pipe brace fell off the truck which was being unloaded and struck the ee on the left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12357,ee hit hand while opening a kiln door. ee had hand evaluated on 11-10-16 and was put on modified duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12358,"pulled metal forms with boomtruck and after removing the rigging off the metal forms, one of the metal forms fell over the ee's foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12359,employee was moving cinder blocks that had wood attached to them. when he picked up the cinder block the wood attached scissored closed and smashed his ring finger between the cinder block and the wood.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12360,"setting center pin in place, ee's fingers were underneath the head pin. when pin slid into the bore the ee's fingers got smashed between the head of the pin & bore.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12361,while loading the empty core tube into the rod string the employee caught employee's thumb and middle finger of employee's right hand between the spindle bushing and the drill pipe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12362,ee was cutting abandoned strap with a pocket knife. ee was cutting incorrectly and should have used side cutters to cut the band. note: ee was terminated per company policy after refusing to take a post accident drug screen,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12363,ee was installing a bolt on a shovel swing gear when it fell and pinched his finger,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12364,using prybar to free clogged material in the shoot on top of cone crusher. boulder broke free while using prybar causing boulder to smash finger between bar and hopper.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12365,blowing out water line and the pressure knocked off his safety glasses and he got something in his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12366,"ee was modifying brackets for a return roller. he had to grind the weld off the bracket, reposition & reweld. he removed his welding glove to grind. sweat was running down his forehead & into his eyes. he swiped his eye with his hand which had metal fragments on it & deposited fragments in his left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12367,employee was replacing a belt roller and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12368,"ee was roof bolting in #2 entry on the right side of the contiuous miner when a piece of loose coal - rock rib 2' x 3' x 6"" fell striking him and knocking him against the side of the machine. facial laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -12369,employee was moving an i-beam with another employee when he felt a strain in his back. he immediately reported incident and continued to work. employee reported back to work on 12/15 and stated his back had not gotten any better and was sent to the clinic. employee was given light duty for 5 days and prescription meds.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12370,"employee was stemming a hole when he felt a ""pop"" in his back. he stopped stemming and stretched...operated a truck for a bit but his back continued to hurt so he requested to seek medical attention.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12371,employee was cleaning out rock duster when he cut his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12372,ie was working in the setup face in hg-15. ie picked up a compressed air bottle and felt a pop in right shoulder. ie was taken off work pending mri.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12373,"loading brake head from shuttle car to scoop bucket, it slipped and he tried to catch it. it landed on his little finger on the right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12374,employee experienced a 25 db threshold shift in their right ear after being tested and retested. employee stated that his regular doctor informed him that this ear has ear wax built up in it from a sinus infection that he needs to have cleaned out. we are waiting to hear back from audiologist on whether this is work related or not. employee works in office setting underground. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,NEC -12375,"while tearing down a heater, ee's goggles got fogged up. as ee tried to air out his goggles, mud and caustic got into his right eye. ee was treated by an ophthalmologist and issued rx medication.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12376,the employee was loading the roof bolt machine. ee was setting a handful of bolts on the machine as it moved forward to the next row. the tire ran on top of his foot. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12377,"while lifting miner cable to hanging cable, sharp pain in left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12378,"did not start losing time until 11/29/00. while hanging cable for ver-sa-trac, cable came loose, pulled his arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12379,inj was taking a 12 ton mtr to the #3 headgate when he noticed a rock on the track he stopped the mtr & attempting to move the rock while moving the rock he felt a sharp pain in his back he notified the foreman & finished his shift pain increased as he arrived home so he went to hosp where he was diagnosed with sprained muschel in his back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12380,employee moved 4x4 timber pile and a timber fell and struck him on the right ring finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12381,"while installing ground support, the employee got finger caught between the machine and the leg. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12382,employee was pushing i beams under rail and strained left shoulder. **employee did not start losing time until 6/26/08 due to surgery**,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12383,he was putting bags on a pallet and hurt his left forearm,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12384,"worker was assisting in removing a metal pole from the ground by wrapping a chain around the pole and attaching the opposite end of the chain to the skid steer bucket. the chain slipped from the pole causing the bucket to lunge upwards, where the worker had his hand, crushing his hand in between the under side of the lab shack and the bucket of the skid steer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12385,he was steam cleaning a dozer and he burned top of left foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12386,using hytorque wrench to remove bolts from wheel. bolt came loose and pinned finger against wheel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12387,he was using the cutting torch and some of the dirt flew under my safety glasses and into his eye. dirt in right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12388,ee was scaling when a rock landed on his scalingbar. the bar fell on his foot above the metatarsal boot guard and caused a contusion. he did notreturn to his next regular shift.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12389,"employee bent over to position 4"" diameter 6' long steel pipe on the ground that was being fabricated. after he rolled the pipe over on the ground he stood back upright and felt a pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12390,a fully trained miner was picking up a crib block when ee felt pain in ee's stomach. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12391,employee was lifting a locomotive hitch and strained his left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12392,"ee was driving in a wooden wedge, the wedge was at an awkward angle. when hammering with the right hand, ee missed and hit pinky finger on left hand. ee got 10 stitches on pinky finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12393,ee stated that ee was cutting plastic pipe when knife slipped causing a laceration which required sutures to close,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12394,"injury was cutting the frog off the dozer blade on 9712 in north # 3 bay. he felt heat on the lower right calf, looked down and found coveralls on fire. he used both gloved hands and put the coverall fire out, the sweat pants he was wearing beneath the coveralls were on fire also. by the time he extingished the sweat pant he sustained a burn on the right calf .",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12395,employee was re-installing the bit and reamer and was having difficulty. the operator repositioned the core barrel in an attempt to make it easier. the employee attaching the bit moved his hands causing the injury to his left pinky and ring fingers. they were pinched between the bit and the set casing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12396,victim was installing breaker posts when he strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12397,"employee was allegedly lifting oxygen and acetylene bottles into empty trailer. complained of strained back or ribs. the next morning, experiencing severe lower back pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12398,ee was replacing belt on air handler for waste fuels lab when he tried to stop pulleys by grabbing the belt resulting in finger being pinched between belt and pulley. unit was locked out and pulley was free-wheeling. stitches required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12399,employee was shoveling on the e-24 beltline when she felt pain in her lower left back and upper leg. started missing work on 7/10/2013.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12400,employee was getting into his truck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12401,cleaning rock from jaw when a chip of flying rock struck the middle finger of left hand causing a cut.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12402,"ee states that he was welding some legs on a stand that was to support a sump pump. the stand weighed approx 80 lbs. he said that he braced the stand upwards so he could weld legs on each corn er. the end that he was welding the legs on was about 6"" to 8"" off the floor while the opposite end was on the ground. once he was done welding, he went to get up and lost his balance. he gra",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12403,miner was taking down tubing at a tubing regulator it slipped and fell on his leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12404,employee was loading plates on the tray of no. 10 bolter. he had both hands on a stack of plates & attempted to pull them out from under a hog panel causing his fingers to slide on the plates cutting his index finger. the laceration took only 1 suture to close.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12405,employee was cutting angle brackets when hot slag entered ear. employee continued to work until 12-16-16 when employee was taken away from work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12406,(4-a feeder) employee was knocking connector pins out of the feeder conveyor shain. he was using a hammer and punch. a piece of the hammer broke off and lodged in his finger. *did not miss wor k until 1-28-03 due to this incident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12407,removing rock from impactor. lifting a rock that cause the shoulder to pop and cause pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12408,employee was using a pry bar to put tracks on d11 dozer when he pulled he hears a loud noise in his left elbow and had immediate pain. torn left bicep.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12409,"while loosening the return roller with an open-end wrench, the wrench was caught in the conveyor belt causing a laceration to the right hand. ee went to see company doctor on 10/10/02, butte rfly bandages (steri strips) were applied and ee was returned to full duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12410,"employee was assigned to clean up from belt splice at the tail of the s-12. he was gathering rubber strips and placing them in a trash bag, the strip was entangled so he started cutting strip with belt knife and struck his left upper leg causing a 2"" laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12411,"while employee was troubleshooting 2d clinker scale, he laid drawings on frame metal & slide gate panel. attempting to move the drawings with his left hand he hit a sharp piece of protruding metal causing laceration on left palm and outside edge of hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12412,"employee was drilling a hole to install a roof bolt. ashe was drilling a rock 1'x1'x1"" fell and struck his drill steel. the rock then struck him on the left upper part of his top lip. he recieved a laceration/puncture wound injury. 12 sutures required to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12413,employee was changing a tire on it28 loader and the jack fell causing the tire to hit the employee in the left lower leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12414,employee was changing liner at the concentrator with legs braced against the beam when the left knee rolled in resulting in a sprain of the left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12415,employee was installing impeller and was spinning the belt to tighten impeller on to shaft. the belt was moving faster than the employee expected and left hand index finger was caught in-between shive and the belt. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12416,ee was pulling a 6ft. roof bolt out of some scooped up gob in no. 3 left when he felt something pull in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12417,employee was cutting cable ties with a utility knife. knife slipped and cut and stabbed left hand. employee received sutures for laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12418,"employee was attempting to remove a dust collector bag that had fallen to the bottom of the collector in the vacuum screen room. while pulling on the strapping, employee states he experienced a pain in his right shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12419,"employee was loading 4' long hole steel into a kubota at surface warehouse yard when ee felt pain in lower right back. seen site medic, referred to er & was issued a full work release. on 5/13/20 ee called in saying back was too sore to work, at that time was seen by an orthopedic specialist & given restrictions making incident reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12420,"stepped off dozer while carrying a battery and twisted back, causing pain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12421,cement dust in employees eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12422,"employee was removing a small hydraulic pump from a d9n tractor; as he pulled the pump loose to pick it up, he felt a snap in his lower back area. left leg began to have numbness.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12423,employee was pulling a tube off of the lime truck and at the end of tube was a hot steel wire that hit his right hand and burn a quarter size piece of flesh.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12424,employee was exploratory drilling at property adjacent to hm booneville site. employee was operating drill connecting continuous flight auger stems. this involves insertion of a metal clip/pin into the connecting points on the auger stems using a hammer. weight of the hammer is 14 oz ball type. in the back swing motion of hammering employee felt pain in right elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -12425,"unepected release of hot clinker from a kiln.packing was blown out from around a burn pipe.the hot clinker struck our employee on the back of the head,neck,shoulders,and back causing second degree burns.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12426,an employee was pulling on the jackleg extension to move it closer to the hole being drilled when ee felt pain in ee's right arm. the employee suffered an injury to the tendon near the elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12427,"using chipper hammer on manganese, steel came off, went through leather glove and hit left thumb causing puncture/injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12428,"while hanging a door on the 402 vessel, employee was sliding a gasket in place when material fell into their eye. employee was wearing safety glasses at the time. employee flushed their eye for 15 minutes and reported the event to their supervisor with no issues noted at the time. later in the evening, employee's eye became irritated and was directed to go to ghr for evaluation.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12429,"employee is currently unavailable for statement. apparently, employee's foot got pinched between the knuckles of two rail cars as they were being pushed together to be coupled.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12430,the employee was shoveling coal off the 1st floor of the sample tower and wheel barreling it outside. his left shoulder was hurting him after shift. the employee was placed on restricted duty 9/7/10 after seeing a doctor. msha restricted 9/8/10.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12431,working on blocking under cuts of feeder while setting feeder onto belt tail. smashed rt. middle finger between 2 crib blocks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12432,assistant mine foreman was helping mine foreman load a rock duster and pulled right shoulder. employee worked his regular job until 1/20/2012 and had surgery on 1/30/2012. returned to work on 1/24/2012.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12433,"ie was opening a small manual slide gate on a coal chute that is used to divert coal fines from the dribble chute to a belt line. when the ie pulled the gate, it came all the way out and landed on ie's right foot causing a laceration to little toe requiring stitches. the ie was wearing all proper ppe.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12434,"while using a pry bar to pry a hose out of the way, the injured sustained a cut to the right thumb. injury occurred when the pry bar slipped allowing injured's thumb to make contact with a she et metal edge of the deck top door of an 834 wheel dozer.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12435,"employee was doing mechanic work on mucker. when he was done, he went to close the hood and it stopped short of closing all the way. he was looking at the hood when it then closed all the way, catching the tip of his right thumb causing an avulsion.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12436,while installing a roof bolt victim's glove got caught between roof bolt and drill head while rotating roof bolt causing a sprain to his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -12437,employee's left arm was trapped or pinned & shoulder was dislocated when cutting a bracket on the grizzly feeder. the feeder came down and entrapped his arm between the feeder and the hopper.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12438,"employee cut his #5 finger-left hand on diamond drill rod swivel, resulted in laceration which required sutures. full release issued. no days lost.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12439,employee alleges he got a splinter while moving a wooden pallet in a packaging area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12440,employee was using a utility knife and cut his left palm. requiring four stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12441,employee was installing a roof bolt in the mine roof when ee lacerated right hand on a roof plate that required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12442,cable broke loose and struck legs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12443,"the injured person had his hand on top of canopy, when a small piece of rock fell cutting his finger, little finger & the one next to little finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12444,ee was adjusting throttle on skid - steer. wrench slipped and lt. hand struck moving part.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -12445,"employee experienced a welding flash burn to his eyes while working near another employee that was welding. he sought medical attention, was prescribed eye drops and released to full duty",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -12446,"standing/kneeling on uneven ground, possible left knee injury. being treated as first aid but will become reportable with mri exam.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12447,ee was trouble shooting a plugged lime handling elevator when lime from above fell causing lime dust to puff out and get in both eyes. injury - chemical burn / ophthalmologist treatment /rx eye drops.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12448,operator was holding drill steel while wearing a rubber glove. glove stuck to steel and twisted his left hand resulting in breaking his left pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12449,"shoveling mud, raised up on r knee and popped knee out of place.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12450,grinder spit off dust and was caught in his eye-washed out but still bothered him so i had it checked.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12451,employee was pulling on a belt conveyor stand when he felt a pain in his right shoulder and arm. his first day of work missed and doctor visit was on 05/17/2004.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12452,operating 5600 gallon water tanker. loading water through rear valve. did not insert r-pin to lock valve open. transfer pump created pressure against open valve. operator inadvertantly contacted valve with right pinky finger. the valve slammed shut and pinched tip of right pinky finger. finger was lacerated.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12453,"employee reports while moving a piece of broken propel shaft, sharp part cut thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12454,ee was laying track. his foot was fractured when chain ratchet broke. rail fell on top of his right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12455,"an employee's hand was pinched causing the employees right index finger to be amputated at the middle phalange, the right middle finger to be lacerated and wrist to be fractured. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12456,ee alleges he strained his back loading supplies onto a roof bolt machine. note: ee did not seek medical attention until 12/26/02.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12457,operator was measuring hole depth and as operator was shutting the cab door. operator moved the tape measure out of the way with right hand. operator closed the door and right index finger was closed in the door.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12458,"picking up a piece of metal 3'x 3'x 1/2"" and tore muscles in right shoulder. the injured man worked the rest of the week. the first day he was off was 8/13/01 came back 8/14/01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12459,ee was working on a electric window motor for a pickup truck. the motor slipped in the employees hand and the employee received a laceration to his left thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12460,"injured stated that as he was attempting to put a shovelful of coal on the belt, he felt/heard a pop in his lower stomach area. afterwards a knot appeared. injured was taken to the hospital and has a broken pelvis.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12461,working on drill press moving bearing and gear came down and lacerated left index finger and thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12462,hot metal entered right ear while employee was using a welding torch.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12463,"employee was checking tire of welding trailer so it could be unhooked from vehicle. left ""pinkie"" finger became pinched between tire of trailer & wheel chock, resulting in injury to pinkie finger, laceration to pinkie finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12464,"the employee was working with a co-worker to set up a light plant, fading light conditions, poor communication with co-worker, and improper body positioning all contributed to the injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12465,"employee was removing clip ties from track rail, while removing last clip tie track rail came together catching his left lower leg between the rail. ppe was not a factor/mining equipment was not a factor/mining systems was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was not a factor, miner proficiency may have been a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12466,"cleaning an end off a wire, knife slipped & cut finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12467,hand moving rock in feeder when rock slipped and crushed fingertip.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12468,sprained his neck while working on a fuel filter.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12469,"ee received a splinter in (l) hand palm, that became infected",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12470,ee was attempting to get a piece of steel from the steel rack. ee had moved 2 pcs of channel to get to the pc of steel ee wanted & when ee moved the 2nd pc of channel the 1st pc of channel came back on finger in turn lacerating ring finger on left hand which required 7 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -12471,ee was using a 2lb sledge hammer attempting to remove a come-along safety latch that was outside the hook. he swung hammer and elbow hit guard rail causing hammer to miss latch and hit left hand causing laceration of left little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12472,removing electrical drive motor on d3 screen at the secondary crusher plant. big toe on right foot was hit when lifting eye on motor broke dropping motor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12473,employee was pushing a rock off fender of shuttle car when the rock rolled up and struck the top of left ring finger resulting in a laceration. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -12474,employee was standing on the platform of 966f loader and was lifting the seat of the loader. the seat got hung up in the door of the equipment. he then attempted to remove the seat from being jammed in the door and he strained his neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12475,"member was changing pivot assembly on the bottom of the front section collar frame of the d11r dozer when the incident occurred. while aligning pin holes with a 5' slate bar, the slate bar sli pped. this resulted in ee's finger being caught between the slate bar and an idler.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12476,employee spliced c1 conveyor belt and was tracking the belt when the laces came around and hit the strap that was holding the rear skirt rubber. employee took a pry bar and pried up on the strip without locking out the conveyor first. pry bar became wedged causing ee's left index finger to be smashed between the belt and the bar resulting in two lacerations on ee's finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12477,"employee was transferred from warehouse location to mine site. employee was loading 50 lb. sacks of material on to pallets from 7:15 a.m. to time of injury. when the employee stood straight after being bent over, stated experiencing a pull in lower back. 03/08/2010 employee sought a physician and diagnosis was a lumbar strain, next visit, 03/15/2010.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12478,injured worker was helping put subbase beams together and placed his hand to where his thumb was between two beams.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12479,employee was working the gates in the tunnels when the injury occured. he was hitting the gates to loosen the sand and make it come out on to the belt. was swinging a 2lb hammer that caused the problem in his left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -12480,"employee was on top of vehicle loading it, when driver pulled out from under bin. employee went to hospital, was released with no restrictions. employee still complained of pain, went to doctor and was told ""no work until you revisit doctor"", resulting in lost time.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12481,"while pushing the bit basket over the rail of the drill, the operator felt his right wrist pop.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12482,he was carrying his tool bag and felt pain in his lower back. he continued to work at his regular duties until 12/21/10 when he was taken off work for back pain. he has a history of back problems dating back to 3/14/02. this history information and the physician reports are included. please consider this occupational illness due to repeated trauma.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12483,"ee was removing bolt from sheave while in a vice. the ee pulled on the bolt with a wrench, the sheave slipped in the vice and pinched the ee's left small finger between the sheave and the vice.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12484,this employee was on the bottom of the quarry and asked for an oil can. an employee from the top line dropped a can. the employee catching it hit a rough edge on the can and cut the tip of his thumb. employee was given 1st aid on ledge but requested to go to the doctor on 4/16/04 after he super glued the cut. follow up appt. is on 04/27/04,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12485,"employee was picking up a bucket of belt chains, as ee lifted ee strained right side of body, rib area. ee began missing time on 1-9-2018.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12486,while working on a rock splitter employee felt a pull in lower back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12487,"ee was helping to change out screens when the top screen slipped, causing his left thumb to be pinched.. the dr. placed him on restricted duty until the next visit.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12488,"employee was checking miner on front of machine and suspension chain for ramp extension broke. the chain struck emloyee on left forearm approximately 4"" below the elbow, breaking both bones in the arm and bruising left ribs.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12489,"ee had just completed washing a cat 793 truck tire that was being held vertical with a tire handler. as the itre was being taken away, the tire fell free from the tire handler claws. the tire rolled on its end about 6 ft and struck the ee and a service truck. ee suffered 3 fractured ribs and an abraison on his face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12490,"employee was working under clinker cooler installing instrument tubing, felt discomfort to lt. eye. employee went to first aid and was transported to physician. employee had fob in lt. eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12491,"while grinding, the grinder jumped and hit the employees hand causing a laceration that need stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12492,employee was drilling anchor holes in the high-top mine roof when he pulled a muscle in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12493,taking center post from d coal mill & center post fell from mill landing on upper chest,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12494,ee was loading lifters in a drift round. he was tamping the bottom center hole when his right hand struck a sharp rock. it lacerated his thumb and required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12495,"employee was installing an engine(8000lbs)in a 988k using a telehandler. the employee was standing on the 988 guiding the engine in place when ee became off balanced (salt on standing surface), ee reached out to stabilize self when ee caught the back of left hand on the engine saddle and cut it. ee was wearing cut level 2 ansi gloves. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12496,employee was lifting steel and strained back. employee did not lose time from work until 6/03/2009.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12497,"ee was cleaning the tracks on a dozer when he felt a pull in his lower back. as medical treatment, the ee received diathermy treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12498,"employee was drilling a 14' hole for a 14' cable bolt. as he lowered the head, the drill steels stuck momentarily in the roof and then fell out of the roof pinching his left thumb between the column of drill steels and the top of the bolter head causing a laceration on each side of the thumb. employee was wearing meta-carpal gloves.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12499,ee went to area near jaw crusher to get a shovelas he bent over to pick up shovel a rock came from jaw & struck in back of head just below hard had suspension,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12500,employee was assisting a co-worker to roll over an engine mount when they felt a strain in right elbow. originally diagnosed as a strain. later it was diagnosed as a tear which required surgery. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12501,employee strained shoulder when climbing ladder onto dozer,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12502,"employee was using a hollow drill stem to adjust a turnbuckle to make adjustment to vertical drilling rig. he threw the drill stem instead of walking it around, it came around and struck him behind the left ear. the resulting laceration required three staples to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12503,while working on loader ee dropped cutting edge on right hand causing slash injury to fingers which caused broekn fingers per xrays,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12504,"employee was opening a metal gate on a chute. the top hinge bolt was missing and as the door opened, it fell forward and pinned ee's finger between the door and the handrail. the employee sustained an injury to ee's right index finger requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12505,"miner was walking on the ground level of the fine crusher area. a second employee was carrying a roll of liner material up some stairs. the employee lost his grip on the liner material and the liner fell from above, striking the miner on the side of the head and shoulder area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12506,ee was brining a sample to the lab. when entering he hit his knee into the door. accident report was filed but work was not missed until 12-22-2014,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12507,"employee punched bagger spout, fracturing his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12508,"the ee stated there was some draw rock lying on top of a shuttle car cable. he visually examined the roof, then proceeded to remove draw rock by hand off cable. a piece of draw rock fell suddenly striking him on head & shoulders knocking him to mine floor causing a laceration between little & ring finger left hand.removing rock caused hernia in lower groin area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12509,employee was moving a motor by hand on a trailer and pulled a something popped in right forearm. ee was diagnosed with a strained muscle. ee started missing work on 5/15/2017.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12510,ee has had back issues work related / personal for many years. he reported it and wanted medical treatment. it has recently been diagnosed as work related. exact cause is undetermined - he is a bulldozer operator which does involve vibration/bounce.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -12511,employee was splitting rock. the chisel slipped and he hit his left ring finger with a hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12512,"while operating the scraper on the river bar, ee hit a bump causing injury to his right hip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -12513,as ee was removing teeter water piping in the hydrosizer using a pipe wrench the end of the pipe came out and fell pinching ee thumb between the pipe wrench and the shell of the hydrosizer steel plate.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12514,while removing the sheathing from some wire the tool cut threw the glove leaving a inch long cut to the palm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12515,"forklift chain came off leaving the mast ""stuck"" in the raised position. attempted to ""unstick"" chain/mast at which point chain abruptly began to move and mast dropped. employee tried to move left hand away from chain/mast but it caught tip of fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12516,"employee was installing rock bolts in the ribs of the 2000 level past the star switch when he got something in his eye. he continued to work through the end of shift. at shift end, his eye was still bothering him as the debris did not wash out. he reported the debris at the company's office on june 5, 2012 at 11:45 a.m.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12517,ee was using a wrench to loosen lug nuts on a shuttle car wheel and felt pain in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12518,ee was assisting in the installation of a new foot shaft on a cm.he was using a pry bar to hold the shaft in place while another ee was triyng to drive the shaft in using a hammer.a piece of metal broke off from the hammer or the shaft and struck the injured in the left forearm. (after seeing a surgeon the decision was made to leave the metal in his arm-misc mail 7/1/08 #3),HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12519,injured was hooking up a reclaim trailer to a diesel mantrip. the trailer shifted and the trailer tongue hit injured on right shin and caused a laceration that required 11 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12520,"ee a mechanic, was remoivng a panel board lid on a continuous miner when he droppedit catching, his thumb between the lid and the frame of the miner.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12521,two workers were changing the ball joint on a 777 haul truck. a worker was reaching to neutralize the duff norton jack when worker's hand entered the line of fire of the separation tool. the ball joint separation tool fell from its position under the barrel end of a 777 steer cylinder resulting in a crush injury. worker received four sutures to right pinky finger. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12522,"employee was helping lift a miner cable & water line up approximately 18"" to 20"" high to place on tee bar.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12523,"ee was helping change the hammers and anvils in the spokane. when he picked one up, he tore a bicep muscle in his right arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12524,employee was installing drive line on loader. ratchet slipped and employee fell forward strikingface against loader.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -12525,ee was cutting out a piece of rubber on chute from 7 x 20 to cone. he was kneeling down cutting the rubber when he slipped and cut his left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12526,a fully trained miner was assisting a z-driller when the drill swung around and hit ee in the arm. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12527,"ie was in the process of throwing the cable cross over pads onto the back of the roof bolting machine when the right forearm contacted a steel roof strap that was extending over the back of the machine,causing a laceration. ee was brought outside and taken to the hospital. three sutures were used to close the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12528,employee felt right shoulder discomfort after repositioning a 100 lb steel box on a tool bench. he continued to work with no further complaints. he saw a physician on march 7th after having complaints and physical therapy was ordered. he began pt on 3-11 & completed a series of sessions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12529,ee was lifting a 5.5 hp motor and injured a hernia that was repaired when he was 9 years old.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12530,"while starting load face round, prill hose was insertec into hole. valve operator turned on valve to start prill into hose. the air blew hose out of the hole. hose whipped and blew prill in operator's eyes and blow off his hard hat and glasses. valve operator was slow in turning off valve.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12531,"while making a hook out of a roof bolt, the bolt flipped up hitting employee above the right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12532,the ee accidentally hit the trigger on a grinder that he had just changed the wheel on. the wheel lacerated the back of his left hand. sutures were used on the laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12533,ee was bolting. a small rock fell from the back through the screen and struck his left cheek. required sutures. returned restricted duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12534,"while unloading cinder blocks from scoop bucket, employee dropped one of the blocks on his right knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12535,pump priming lid popped off - right hand slammed into sharp edge on air breather.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12536,the employee took ee's goggles off to put ee's safety glasses on and some dust that was on ee's goggles got into ee's left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12537,maintenance on crusher hood replacing wear plates hood falling forward ground soft 1.5 inches of rain night before.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12538,changing cutting edge on 1845 case shid sleer held head of a bolt with left hand running air impact wrench with right hand bolt head spun cutting index and middle finger on left hand. recieved 5 stitches in index finger 11 stitches in middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12539,backing miner when canopy caught on roof strap raising canopy off guides. moved miner forward and canopy fell hitting miner on shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12540,bent over to lift a wire cable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12541,employee was positioning a stone on the splitter when the stone flipped up hitting his thumb against the splitter. left thumb laceration and fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12542,carrying five gallon buckets of coal samples down stairway to elevator.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12543,"employee was working to seal an opening in a meal pipe in the preheater tower using ceramic wool. while preparing to apply sealing materials, he disturbed dust from an overhead air line and some material entered his right eye. the employee was wearing a face shield, nomex hood & jacket and safety glasses, but was turned to the side when material fell from above.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12544,"employee states that he was picking up a tram motor for a little mac man trip, he felt a pain in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12545,ee was using an impact wrench to loosen the lug nuts on a truck tire when he crushed his left 5th finger against the hub of the tire. he was taken to the e.r. for evaluation and treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12546,injured party was welding on a stabilizer bar on a bolt when a piece of metal popped or blew up under his shield and lodged in his right eye. he worked the rest of his shift & did not go to the doctor until 5-19-07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12547,employee stated he picked up a drill steel weighing approximately 90 by himself when he felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12548,employee was holding a rock dust bag above his head as a strength prank. co-worker reached behind him and cut bag with a knife and cut his thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12549,the employee was lifting some wood blocking and twisted his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12550,"temporary agency employee, reported that he had squatted down on one knee to lift a tire to its side so the tire could be rolled into position for disposal. in doing this, ee stated that he pulled a groin muscle. employee reported his injury and then went home due to his pain. later employee followed the temp agency policy and reported to their doctor for medical inspection.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12551,while lifting a bottom roller felt pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12552,ee was assisting the maintenance group working on a cone crusher. one of the hydraulic arms fell. he tried to catch the arm with his right hand and was struck by the arm and finger was pinched against the end of the shaft.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12553,he got into his big haul truck & after he slammed the door he felt something get into his left eye. it was very irritating & he waited as long as he could before seeking treatment. he did not report the incident until 9/17/9 in the afternoon & then he went to the eye doctor - greene vision group. doctor removed foreign dust or particle from eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12554,releasing bowlen spear. the spear fell and pinched his pinkie between the bowlen spear and the rod.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12555,"ee was using a track jack, he had all of his weight on one leg, and when his hand slipped off the jack he twisted his rt. ankle from the fall when the jack slipped.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -12556,while swinging a hammer right arm began to hurt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -12557,"ee got hit by falling roof rock, while cutting right slider.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12558,cutting piece of belt hanging fron conveyor belt and cut left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12559,"employee was removing a piece of beltline from the #1 reclaim belt; pulling through the hd & take-up, out of the idlers. during this job he developed burning in lower right abdominal area. he continued to work, but now has had hernia surgery on 8/4/06, and has begun to miss work on 8/1/2006.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12560,employee was picking metal / garbage off a conveyor belt. he took his safety glasses off to clean them and felt something go into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12561,"employee was installing wear shoes on the product classifier. he was driving a stuck bolt with a hammer when he hit the shoe in front of the one he was working on. the hammer glanced off, striking his left thumb, causing a hairline fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12562,"removing rust around the plate of the sand screw tub with grinder with 4"" wire wheel attachment. wheel caught the edge and kicked back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12563,employee was rigging a roof panel covering for rear swing motor. panel had been set across another roof opening. he stepped onto panel causing the center of balance to shift & he started to slide through the opening. he grabbed the edge of opening and lowered himself to the top of hoist case. panel continued to slip and hit the back of his right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12564,injured was using a sledge to drive a pin in and a sliver of metal came off and went into his calf muscle. doctor removed it. no stitches required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12565,employee was pulling a pump out of a sump when he experienced back pain. he continued to work. on 6/28/07 he was diagnosed with a herniated disc at l4 - l5 and was taken off work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12566,"employee was using a knocker wrench to tighten the bolts on #1 sandtailings. when he hit the knocker wrench with a sledge hammer, the wrench came off and hit him in the mouth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12567,"ee was assisting another ee changing out a screen at our kiln rock screen. as ee was trimming rubber piece with pocket knite, a slip in technique resulted in a laceration to the knuckle behind the right thumb. this was closed with three sutures, ee returned to regular duty the same day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12568,"grinding on welds, standing next to welder, his eyes were burned due to exposure to ultraviolet rays.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -12569,"employee was roof bolting in the belt line, he dropped the bolter head down and had his hand on bolter in a pinch point as the head came down.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12570,"employee was working to free up a frozen tunnel feeder in c&s. while freeing the feeder employee jammed ee's right thumb against the frame of the feeder, which caused ee's thumb area to be discolored and sore. employee went to er after ee's normal shift for x-ray, (no fracture). next day 3m sent ee to the clinic for a check up and to relieve blood under nail. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12571,"employee was operating a roadgrader, he had his left hand on the doorframe, the door was locked in the open position. the door came loose from the holding mechanism and shut on the employee's left index finger. employee sustained a fracture to the left index finger above the distal joint. doctor splinted the finger and ok'd the employee to return to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12572,"ee was roof bolting on #1 unit, when the suction on the roof bolter became stopped up. ee lowered the pot, leaving drill steel in roof. when he put his left hand on the drill pot, the drill steel fell from the drill hole in the roof. the steel landed on his left ring finger and little finger, causing a fracture to the ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12573,was cleaning loose material from around cement pump feed area when the auger caught his glove.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -12574,operator was cleaning up spillage from a conveyor and strained their back while lifting a half full bucket of ore fines. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12575,the injured employee (ie) was performing maintenance on a section of guarding when they placed left arm on an area that was still hot from using the cutting torch. the ie said left arm brushed up against the hot metal and it was enough for the ie to sustain a minor burn to the forearm area. ie was treated at local urgent care clinic and prescribed bactroban antibiotic.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12576,"the employee bent over to pick up an old pair of ear plugs off the ground by the supply trailer and felt a sharp pain to his lower back. he sat in the truck for 1/2 hour and then reported it. employee taken to occupational health & rehab in londonderry, nh.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12577,employee strained lower back while moving wood.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12578,lifting a 2 gallon container of coolant onto a dozer and felt a strain in right upper arm shoulder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12579,employee was installing a roof bolt and as he pushed the bolt and plate to the roof he got his left index finger caught between the roof and roof bolt plate. he received a severe laceration to the end of his left index finger. several sutures were required to pull skin back over the end of his finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12580,employee was handling and tossing steel track ties and one bounced up and struck ee on ee's left forearm. sutures were required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12581,"while assisting on coal mill project, left thumb was pinched under a large cone.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12582,employee was lifting a six inch diameter pump hose when he felt something pull in his left shoulder and bicep. resulting injury is a torn bicep muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12583,ee was in the process of putting a derailed mantrip back onto the track. while using a lifting jack and bar he experienced some pain in his right lower back and right abdomen. recently he star ted a series of physical theraphy treaments for this injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12584,"the ee attempted to remove a rock that was hung up between the belt and the guard. he shut down the belt, reached in to free the rock and it dislodged and fell hitting the return part of the b elt, and bounced toward operator pinning his hand against the framework of the belt.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12585,"ee claims he was cutting a hanger that was holding a 14' pipe. when he finished cutting the hanger, the pipe fell and struck employee's foot which resulted in multiple fractures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12586,was under the bulk truck releasing the air valve on the air tank & while getting out from under the truck hurt back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12587,"the employee was changing belt conveyor top rollers which requires heavy lifting and pulling, while in this process ee suffered severe lower back pain ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12588,while using a hydraulic torque wrench employee had the tip of their left thumb smashed.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12589,"driller was removing a piece of wood from a pallet with a sledge hammer. as he struck the pallet, a piece of wood came up and struck him in the mouth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12590,pulling ventilation tubes to the face and tripped on uneven floor conditions striking right knee on a piece of coal causing a bruise and pain\tenderness,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -12591,employee was trying to remove a drill steel with a pipe wrench. the wrench slipped and mashed the employee's finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12592,"employee bent a roof bolt installing it in the roof and as he was attempting to get it out of the roof the bolt head came out of the drill head chuck striking him on the wrist. cause of this injury was safety awareness, compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, miner proficiency and attitude was a factor, protective equip was not a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12593,single part down haul ball on crane was 2 blocked which caused the cable to be severed. employee's right hand was struck by falling down haul ball.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12594,"while cutting twine with pocket knife, a dead end shoe was dropped from a power pole. the shoe hit the twine and the pocket knife was propelled into the lineman's forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12595,"ee was removing bags from 510 d.c., lower section. as he was prying bag off with a screwdriver, he felt a pain in his rt. rib cage. he was using a 12"" screwdriver.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12596,"ee stated he was grading the hall road and was stopped waiting for the artic. trucks to move. he finished his drink and opened the door and threw the can out, as he was shutting the door he shut it on his left hand. the door striker that latches caught his left middle finger on the inside had a laceration. ee had 15 stitches in e.r. minor injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12597,employee was moving a 500 lb reducer in place with a chain hoist. while positioning the reducer employee strain groin,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12598,"employee was cutting a hose with a utility knife, the knife slipped and cut the knuckle of left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12599,ee's right ring finger was lacerated when the bar he was using to clean lumps out of a bauer made contact with a cover. he was transported to er by co-worker & had surgical repair on 8/29/02. finger was fractured in 2 places.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12600,"employee stated ee was in the process of lifting the forks up on the al lee mini trac for the purpose of adjusting them to make a wide base for moving materials. as ee lifted the fork, ee moved it too far up pinching ee's left index finger in the slide and top of the fork base resulting in a laceration requiring 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12601,"while bending, twisting, and pulling valve out of tight quarters, ee felt pain in back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12602,cleaning in a lower level from a fellow employee welding. falling fumes aggravated lungs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12603,ee as lifting a bucket of oil weighing approx 25lbs. when his back gave out & he fell. ee did not miss work or notify employer until 2/8/01,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12604,removing feeder gate from c-37 tunnel and struck leg on conveyer frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12605,the ee was assisting with rock bolting and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12606,ee was handling screen to another employee while standing on screen deck. the weight of the screen shifted pinching ee's finger between wire cloth on screen and metal bar on rock box.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12607,"closing left door to waste dust compressor, compressor door was extremely tight to open or close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12608,"on 01-17-00 employee was working under a 777 end dump in the shop. as he stood up from a squatting position, he twisted his right knee. at that time the reported injury was treated as a first- aid case. on 01-19-00 the safety supervisor was informed that employee had developed complications concerning the injury. he was transported to seek professional care, where he was diagnosed",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12609,"on 6/29/11 while closing caps on the kiln trunion rolls employee felt back pain. on 7-19-11 working on the four hole wear plate at the roller mill, the pain in his lower back became worse. on 7/25/11, physician states that ee has damage to his si joint, recommended restricted duty, physical therapy and medication.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12610,"removing aftercoller fron engine, was in improper position for lifting while helping another mechanic, pulled muscle in back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12611,"injured employee was in the process of removing a bent drill steel that was stuck in drill pot, when he accidentally pushed the rotation lever. the drill steel struck the employee resulting in medical treatment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12612,employee was lifting a 4x4 board and felt a pop in back,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12613,"employee alleges they were unwinding a electric pump and when they stood up, they hurt their lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12614,"employee was pulling fire hose from scoop bucket when he felt a ""pop"" with a burning sensation in his lower back and right side. employee finished shift and drove himself to the doctor the following day - 7/23/09.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12615,"employee was removing ice and snow from switch gap with a switch broom,(broom on one end scraper on the other end). ee took a break and was standing when ee felt a pain in back and went down to one knee from the pain. ee has a muscle spasms, back strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12616,employee was not wearing gloves and ring wedding band on ring finger caught or snagged on conveyor belt frame as they hopped down to the ground about 2 ft causing partial avulsion.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12617,employee reported back injury while lifting safety gate at the manlift elevator. note: employee didn't see doctor until 11/1/2009.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12618,employee was traveling down the slope belt entry on a rubber tire 4-wheeler when the chains broke on the suspended belt structure causing one side of the structure to fall. the structure struck the roll bar of the 4-wheeler and the employees left shoulder and head causing swelling and bruising. he was transported to er by ems.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12619,"while lowering middle belly pan on dozer, sling slipped and pan fell against right arm causing laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12620,"ee was checking off spec door on # 4 grizzly on the # 4 kiln. the door was stuck in the open position and the ee pulled on the door to get it back on the hinges. he felt a pull in his lower back. conditions and work conditions were normal, no slip, trip or fall hazards and poor housekeeping was not noted.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12621,employee was welding on an r-90 rock truck. spark from torch went down back and ignited clothing. employee was burned on back and under left arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12622,the injured employee was helping put up a traffic sign. the sign post shifted and struck him on the outside of the knee. he was evaluated by a physician on 9/23/09 and was given a release to return to work. he was later seen by an orthopedic physician who diagnosis a torn meniscus. the employee underwent arthroscopic surgery on 10/27/09 making the incident reportable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12623,hit corner of piece of metal while shoveling around conveyor.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12624,"as ee lifted one end of a 8"" plastic aqua line section of pipe and turned to push the pipe thru a mandoor, he felt a sharp pain in his lower back. ee continued to work until 3/21/2009 at which time he went to the doctor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12625,a fully trained miner was using a razor knife to cut a piece of plastic when the knife slipped and cut ee's leg. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12626,"while employee was jacking wrecked car on to the track, the jack shifted catching employee's finger between car coupling and jack.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12627,"employee was climbing the ladder on a cat 777c rock truck. while climbing the ladder, he bumped his foot on the ladder which caused injury to right foot toe joint.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12628,"cutting shuttle car cable with utility knife. holding cable approx waist high, cutting away from himself and cable twisted causing knife to slip off and he cut his left leg.was approx 1 1/2 to 2""cut. concentration was the cause of this accident. compliance with rules/regs not a factor, ppe not a factor, miner proficiency not a factor, and mining equip/systems not a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12629,while climbing ladder carrying a chain hoist he felt a pain in his right knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12630,"the ee was installing a 4' roof bolt. he attempted to connect the wrench with the drill steel. his hand slipped off the joy stick, causing him to activate the steel clamp, which closed on his right thumb and middle finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12631,ee was using a small cherry picker to put liner through mill door. the boom on the picker jumped to the east and ee jumped back to avoid being hit. when he jumped back he felt pull in his back . dr. has prescribed physical therapy.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12632,employee was stripping hi-line to add in when his knife slipped causing a laceration on his left pinky finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12633,employee struck finger with hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12634,employee was going to check the fluid level in the dozer while it was heating. the cap blew off and hot liquid hit him in his face and left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12635,he was removing a piece of pipe and the pipe slipped down and mashed his right fore finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12636,"he stated while welding he noticed his eye was irritated, emt flushed it found nothing. at the end of shift it was bothering him, he went to doctor, dr removed small particle and gave him some antibiotic ointment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12637,"while guiding a steel pipe using an overhead crane, the pipe shifted and employee's hand got pinched between the pipe and the steel rack on the truck bed. he received 4 stitches in his left hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12638,ee was working on a bulldozer which required him to remove the hood. while lifting the hood off it flipped up on one end and the chain came loose allowing the hood to fall pinning ee hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12639,"employee was chiseling a stone when his hammer missed. the chisel and his finger got pinched between the chisel and stone. distal left 4th finger crush injury, restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12640,while working on locked out conveyor belt pellets came down on chute next to where ee was working. he turned to avoid pellets and injured knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12641,"while using a pick axe to loosen dirt, the pick struck a cross member causing the pick to change direction and hit the inside of the employee's left foot. treated for a foot contusion and placed on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12642,production employee was stacking 50 lb. bags of material and while positioning bag on pallet ee's right shoulder popped. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12643,employee was using tins to level block to saw the block. he dropped one tin on his foot caused a bruised foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12644,"the injured employee was working on clearing the plugged toilet seat on 071-04 pan feeder with a t-handle hook. as the employee dislodged a lone rock from the toilet seat, material above came down and pulled the t-handle hook downward pinching left index finger between the handle and the safety bars causing a laceration and a broken tip of the employee's left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12645,"mechanic cutting a 2"" x 2"" hole in the bottom of an airslide. piece of metal flake went into eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12646,"the injured was adjusting th swivel head on the drill press when his hand slipped, causing his wrist to strike another drill press lever six inches away creating a bruise. on 3-7-02 the injure d went to the dr. because his wrist was still sore and the dr. gave him a splint for his wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12647,cleaning window on wabco 120c haul truck. scraped left leg on hood.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12648,"starting up the portable crushing plant for the day. the belt conveyor was frozen stuck due to cold weather. two employees were freeing it by pulling on the electric motor drive belt. when the belt came free, injured employee's finger got caught between the sheave and the belt. resulting in the laceration of the skin and the fracture in the finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12649,employee was constructing scaffolding and got finger pinched in cross brace. the employee was diagnosed with a fracture in the 5th digit finger of the right hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12650,employee was turning a bull wheel by pulling the powerbands to troubleshoot a zero speed switch problem on the crusher rolls and caught his right fingers between the belt and bushing. three fingers were fractured.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -12651,"while using cutting torch to cut a bolt on top of a screen shaker, a spark blew in the wind and entered under his safety glasses/shield and was lodge in corner of left eye causing irritation/s welling.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12652,employee was helping make a belt splice when his left hand was inadvertantly struck with a hammer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12653,employee was preparing for a batch of shotcrete when he attempted to lift the lid on the batch truck. the lid slipped and contacted the employee's right middle finger causing a laceration and fracturing the distal phalanges.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12654,employee climbed up on our xanthate tank without the use of a ladder; when he descended his elbow caught the edge of the tank and strained his left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12655,the ee was loading tool boxes into scoop bucket. he pulled one end of the box around and felt something pull in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12656,"at elevation 254 in the preheat tower, ee was impacting bolts when impact gun slipped off the bolt twisting his arm and wrist. not getting any better after follow up visits to dr. ee needed a rescription(steroids).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12657,"ee was lifting a top roller which weighed over 80 lbs, when his arm gave out. employee was transferred to mhsc for treatment. followed up with specialist and determined recordable on 11/13/15. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12658,bruised foot,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12659,"while tightening a bolt near the hydraulic line on trd5321 dozer, ee hit the coolant hose causing the anti-freeze from the hose to drip into his left eye. he sustained corneal abrasion in his eye. he received further medical care and returned to full duty on november 5, 2002.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12660,"after completing the welding task employee fed the excess wire back through the wire feed machine onto the wire reel assembly, employee's fingerwas caught in the wire feed gears.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12661,"cement silo was not flowing properly, ee shot air into silo to increase flow. ee put hand inside silo and paddle wheel caught fingers on left hand. index finger was removed by doctor and middle and ring finger were broken but were saved. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -12662,"opening pickup tailgate, thumb got caught in the handle as the tailgate swung down. employee suffered a left thumb sprain. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12663,mechanic changing cutting edges on a loader rubbed his hand over a sharp metal burr causing a small laceration on left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12664,ee simply pulled cap off silo to make a measurement & ee's neck got jolted out of alignment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12665,"ee was taking measurements when ee felt a ""pop"" in ee's left hip. ee was brought to the safety building and requested to be taken in. ee was seen at the er and referred to orthopedic doc. ee was seen by orthopedic doc same day and placed on restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12666,the man was moving a water pump when he felt a pain in his right shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12667,"bunker track. ee was unloading rock props from supply car. carrying props to man door. on his second trip, he felt pain from his wrist to his elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12668,employee was pulling wire in conduit while standing on extension ladder in shop area when ladder slid down the wall causing them to fall injuring shins and right elbow. ee continued to work until 11-15-19 where they received an mri and was schedule for surgery on 11-18-19 on right elbow and was taken off work. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall from ladders -12669,"employee was loading belt structure into scoop bucket, rigid structure rail fell on right foot. weight of rail estimated at 50 lbs. right foot was sore at shift end. employee went to dr. on 11/06/2010. xray confirmed two fractured metatarsals in right foot. employee was wearing metatarsal boots at time of injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12670,employee was removing a heater hose fitting. he was cutting the hose off the fitting when the knife slipped and punctured his hand between his thumb and index finger. he received a laceration that required 2 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12671,mashed his middle finger on his left hand between the handle of a floor jack and the fuel tank on a delivery truck while he was moving the jack in order to change a tire on truck at the maintaince shop resulting in the loss of his finger nail.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12672,"the injured employee was working as part of a team installing an i-beam on a construction project. while attempting to move the beam in place with a pry bar, the beam shifted downward and out striking the employees left thumb. it resulted in a fracture and laceration. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12673,ee was cutting an i beam when it started to fall. when he tried to catch it he felt pain in his shoulder. he sought medical treamtne on 4-9-01 and was placed a restricted duty pending further evaluation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12674,ee was cleaning out pipe when he went to connect the 2 pipes together the one slipped pinching hand and cutting left arm above wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12675,the ee was using a hacksaw to cut a grove in a screw. the thread had been stripped away. as he began to cut the blade bounced and cut his left index finger. several sutures were required.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12676,crew was pumping cement and employee bent over to pick up cement bags and the hose transferring cement split causing cement to spray in his face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12677,employee states he was setting up 100ft piggy back conveyor in pit. he was lifting cross ties and pulling so cable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12678,"employee was loading a sheet of 1/4"" plate onto a truck when it slipped off and hit him in the left foot (contusion).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12679,changing screens/muscle strain/ribs-left side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12680,ee was removing a piece of old electrical conduit in the pelletizer phase 1 under flow pump roomin the process som iron ore concentrate was jarred loose and fell on ee face. some of the materi al got behind the ee safety glasses and into rt eye. doctor removed material and prescribed meds,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12681,"ee was using a hammer to remove the tip end of a loader tooth, a small piece of steel broke off the tooth and embedded in his left thigh.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12682,employee was drilling a hole over head and some metal shaving got in his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12683,"while drilling on a sheet of steel victim got small sliver of metal embedded in his right eye. the victim was wearing safety glasses at the time , however it was breezy in the area he was working. once he felt the sliver he irrigated his eyes at the eye wash station, and he thought he had removed the problem. several days later his right eye was red, itchy and very watery.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12684,"forklift operator was moving 55 gallon barrels under control room. rolling barrels on edge with grease in, felt a pop in belly button area. barrels approximately weight about 500 lbs",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12685,employee's index finger was smashed when material slid off the canopy of the roof bolter.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12686,employee and two other employees had to carry a 5 vl blower up three flights of stairs to preheater top. he felt a muscle pull.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12687,"ee stated he was helping to un-roll some high voltage from a spool hanging by chains. one of thechains broke, spool striking ee on shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12688,"the injured employee had been driving a pin in the ripper chain at the miner when he stepped approximately 6 - 8 feet away to clean his glasses. another employee was hammering nearby, causing a piece of metal to strike and puncture the injured employee's right eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12689,employee was pulling down a clear curtain and felt something pull in ee's left upper arm. employee started missing work on 7/29/2019.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12690,the seat adjustment on the loader wouldn't work correctly & mechanic tried to repair it without success. the back of the left knee of the employee had been rubbing against the front of the seat causing soreness & pain and hurting him quite a bit. he has had surgery on his left about 3 years ago. employee requested to go to the doctor to check out the pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -12691,employee was opening a canister of welding rods when he peeled back lid caught wrist with lid,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12692,"the ee was checking a motor that was vibrating and he was reinstalling the cover of the motor, the cover slipped, and the ee tried to hold it and hurt his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12693,"miner was working on wiper underneath the screen, wrench slipped and hit elbow. miner was taken to the er, was referred to orthopedic, where he was diagnosis with contusion left elbow/triceps tendon.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12694,assisted with removing door pins & door shifted pinching/crushing left index & middle fingers between washer & mill base. both fingers fractured & both nail beds significantly disrupted. surgery performed w/ both fingers the distal phalanx was pinned with k-wire & repaired both nail beds with small suture. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12695,"employee was pulling bolter cable while another employee was tramming bolter out of rm 2l in panel sb01. he was pulling cable back with hot stick and turned didn't see where he was going at th is time. the reel started taking up the slack, jerking the hot stick out of his hands.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12696,ee was checking daa flow at the inspection port on kiln 3 line. the daa flow was ok but went positive as the ee closed the inspection port. ee was struck on left side of face and left eye. ee made his way to nearby coworker who took him to an eyewash station and then the control room. transported to local clinic and then eye specialist. multiple flushes applied.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12697,"ee was helping repair a stretch wrap machine, the wrapper unit was stuck about four feet above him. the drive chain broke and the wrapper unit fell. the unit struck the maintenance man and cut his l. cheek.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12698,"employee states that ee was hammering on a tail bearing to remove and replace. as ee was hammering, a piece of metal broke off and flew under glasses and in to eye. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12699,"worker was using a wrench to loosen a bolt, his hand slipped off the wrench handle, causing him to hit himself in the mouth. the hit to the mouth caused the front two bottom teeth to become loose. on 02/21/2007, the worker underwent oral surgery to repair the two loose front teeth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12700,miner while using a hammer allowed it to slip and strike his thumb. he began missing work on 8/15/2007.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12701,while re-stacking 94lb type 1 cement bags employee felt of pop in his left shoulder. employee has not missed any days and can perform his job duty's with lifting restrictions.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12702,index finger bent backwards while pulling cable off when cable suddenly started going the opposite direction due to cable on tugger was wedged in a spot and started backspooling. employee went to doctor on 7/25 and was put on restrictions starting 7/26.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12703,"employee was cutting angle with a torch. it fell & came back up and hit ee's left arm, cutting ee's arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12704,"when removing metal band from roof bolts the band sprung back striking ee on the small finger, causing a cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12705,"ee was restacking a pallet of 50 lbs bags, he bent over to lift a bag and hurt his back. prescription issued.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12706,instructed to increase pump capacity to 125 gpd. ee adjusted knobs on pump and discharge pipe tubing blew apart spraying co-worker and ee with 99% sulfite acid.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12707,"no specific incident occurred to cause injury, sore back is a result of repetitive lifting and carrying sample bags of material.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12708,employee was working on wash screen and felt discomfort in eye. ee thought some dirt was in it from sweat and was wearing safety glasses. ee used the wash station at work and went home at 2:30 am. at 8 am that same morning ee still felt discomfort and called ee's supervisor for treatment. ee was treated for foreign debris in eye. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12709,"employee was lifting parts and felt pain in back. he did not go to chiropractor until 6/29/07, where he was informed he would need more than one visit.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12710,ee was drilling fence post holes when the auger he was using hit a rock and jerked him forward pulling a muscle in his left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12711,"ee was cutting, welding and grinding on a scoop frame and some time during the process a sliver of metal became embedded in his left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12712,"while operating a grinder felt right eye irritation. followed up next day with a visit to his personal physician, the eye was irrigated and a piece of dark material was removed. the irritation remained and a subsequent visit removed an additional piece of imbedded material. released to unrestricted duty and continued to report to work for all his scheduled shifts.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12713,"a miner was changing the bucket teeth on a loader. when the miner was striking the tooth for removal, a piece of metal broke off and embedded in the right leg, which required removal. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12714,employee was in the process of installing a beam on the mine roof. the beam was fastened by chain on one side and was being lifted up on one end to fasten it to the top when the beam rolled inadvertently catching his right pinky finger which resulted in a fracture and laceration resulting in stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12715,"while tightening a fitting on a scrubber, the employee pulled a muscle in his upper back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12716,"lifting & moving dewatering electrical panel, employee pulled or strained his arm. didn't think it was hurt that bad, hurt worse the next day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12717,"while using jackhammer to dislodge large lump, the jackhammer became lodged in lump. while pulling to free the jackhammer, ee pulled his shoulder, causing discomfort. ee gave time to see if pain would alleviate by itself, but pain continued. ee went to doctors on 3/4/05 for first visit. surgery scheduled for 4/27/05.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12718,ie was assisting in leveling track rail. as ie was putting a tie under the rail the bar that ie's partner was using slipped and caused the rail to drop. ie's left index finger was caught between the rail and the track tie.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12719,"while helping to make a conveyor belt move up on the south main section, ee said he had strained his lower back while lifting belt structure.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12720,"worker was splitting stone using a hammer and chisel when he felt a pain in his left wrist. reported the injury and was treated with ice. 06/11/2013 reported for work and requested to see a dr. went to clinic. (sprained wrist) restricted, no lost time!",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -12721,the injured employee and another employee were carrying a piece of angle iron. one employee dropped his end of the iron causing it to cut the other employee's hand. the laceration required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12722,the injured miner was pulling a 4/0 crawler from beltline to the section power center when he felt pain in his lower back. the miner also stated that he had been injured at a former employer that was still paying his medical bills on his back. the foreman should have asked for help when dragging the cable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12723,"electrician trainee, was using a can of electrick clean when he emptied the can. he took nozzle spray off top & started to put in another can. when he sprayed it, itw ent in eyes around safety glasses. went to hsopital & got eyes washed out. missed one shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12724,employee was sitting at desk completing paperwork when he felt something in his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12725,"blowing dirt off a piece of equipment with an air gun, dirt went into eye. employee did not report injury until the end of december. took sick leave before reporting the incident.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12726,"ee was in the process of helping replace 3""valve on the discharge side of slury pump he was holding the valve while it was being welded. ee received arc flash burns to the eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -12727,"while inserting a roof bolt, finger was pinched between bolt head & bolter chuck. compliance not a factor, inattention to activity a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12728,employee was lifting a nitrogen bottle out of a pickup truck to a scoop. when he lifted the bottle up on his shoulder he felt a small burning feeling in his left groin. he later noticed a lum p in the area of the pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12729,"employee identified a broken crusher door pin at the rail loadout. after employee and the electrician removed the broken door pin, the employee held the crusher door in place while the electrician left the crusher platform to get a new door pin for replacement. the door then fell on employee's foot. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12730,employee was welding crusher hammers when hot slag hit his glove and burnt his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12731,"employee was lapping belt on a mine sled on the surface, he was pulling on a loop of belt to straighten the laps and felt pain in the left knee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12732,ee was lifting tooth into position on loader bucket to be welded. ee said he lifted with his back and not his legs. hurt his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12733," the employee was pulling and pushing on 8 and 12-inch pipe and valves to line up the pipe for fusing. on 10/21/21, the employee reported swelling and discomfort in the lower abdomen. the employee was transported to bmgh diagnosed with a small hernia. on 10/27, the employee requested a follow-up at the clinic.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12734,swinging hammer side ways and back started to hurt,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -12735,reportable reached down to pick up the life line and cut hand on piece of banding.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12736,"welding slag got between his boot and leg, burning his leg on or about 4/8/09. employee treated it with a burn ointment at home, no injury was reported to a supervisor. the following week his leg and knee began to swell. employee went to the hospital and on 4/16/09 the doctor said the swelling was from infections in the leg due to the burn.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12737,"making a splice, cut left thumb with utility knife. the laceration required 3 sutures to close left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12738,"ee was cutting a piece of steel, wash bars, on the wash plant & he slipped & his hand hit the hot surface.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12739,employee was pulling cable off shuttle car reel when he felt pain in his chest.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12740,cutting a piece of ventilation canvas,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12741,employee was taking a sample from the kiln. employee noticed a pain in right shoulder. doctor placed employee on restrictive duty. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12742,"while washing down contaiment area, ee moved a section of 4 inch driscoll pipe and when he set it down he smashed his finger. ee received several sutures and was given restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12743,ee was carrying belt structure thru low area and struck left ear against edge of roof bolt plate.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12744,employee was working on a loader and the employee bent over at the waist to pick up a socket that was laying on the ground. when he stood up he felt a sharp pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12745,employee was helping coworkers manhandle a section of screen into a screen box. injured employee lost his balance and cut his left hand with the hook on the sceen section. he was not wearing gloves at the time of his injury.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12746,"employee was moving an acetylene bottle with a crane with the chocker slipped, ee was guiding the bottle and it jerked injuring his back. patient was treated and released from the hospital. the company was not notified until 11/4/14 that the injury was an msha recordable injury.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12747,the employee pushed a stone on to the conveyer rollers. a chain guard was knocked off and landed on his foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12748,employee strained his back while lifting a battery to change it out on a 4-wheeler in the underground shop. employee continued to work but started physical therapy on 10/6/15.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12749,"while employee was lifting a timber onto the scoop bucket, a timber rolled from the bucket, striking employee on the right middle finger, fracturing it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12750,individual was rolling a track rail with a slate bar when the bar came loose striking employee on the right side of the face. the injury required 12 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12751,pinched fingers between belts and pulley while changing drive belts on s-26.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12752,removing bags from cement dust collector baghouse.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12753,"employee was struck by hot liquor resulting in burns to his shoulder, arm and neck.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12754,"while making a belt splice, the splice board was sliding off the platform. as ee reached to push it back onto the platform, ee's partner inadvertently struck ee on the left ring finger tip with a splicing hammer. the impact caused a fracture and lacerations that required sutures to close. released to return to work and reported for next scheduled shift. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12755,employee was hanging phone line. he had spool of phone line hanging from roof bolt plates with nylon cable hangers. one of the nylon cable hangers broke and the spool fell on his right calf and ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12756,"employee was helping unload 60"" belt rollers from a flat car onto the forks of an it-286 front end loader when he got his left little finger smashed between a roller & the fork.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12757,"he was removing miner cable strap from the tail hook on the miner, when he was pinned between the coal rib and the tail of the miner.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12758,"while attaching a cable to a bucket, employee was struck on arm when bucket moved. employee had given the wrong hand signal.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -12759,"employee was replacing filters in the gieseke dust house, dust fell from overhead behind safety glasses and into both eyes causing redness and irritation which required treatment with a prescription medication.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12760,"on the last step of the stairwell coming down from the bc5 platform employee stepped down with the right foot and upon contact with the cement, felt the right knee pop. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12761,"while pushing miner cable with foot, cable tightened around foot & pulled foot against coal rib causing a bruise to his rt foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12762,"employee was disconnecting and rolling up 4"" flat discharge hose from a trash pump. as employee attempted to unlatch the qd fitting, the right hand was cut by the end of the band-it clamp tail causing a laceration on base of right thumb. employee saw doctor and received 2 stitches. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12763,ee was working with metal. piece of metal slipped and cut the tip of his right pinky finger off.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12764,"ee was working on a pipe when it rolled off of the workbench, falling on his right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12765,"employee was cleaning out hopper from under the reclaimer using a shovel. the shovel handle was snatched by the paddle. employee's left hand was caught between the shovel and the reclaimer body, resulting in laceration requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12766,"maintenance person removed gloves while attempting to fasten screen above a belt guard. this person caught his hand in the expanded metal screen, cutting the index finger which required 5 stitches. ee released to regular work duty by attending physician (no restriction).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12767,employee was unhooking a fuel car from a supply car and smashed his right middle finger between the hitch and a clevis.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12768,the ee was removing the rear brake caliber on bd270 coal truck when the caliber slipped and pinched. the left ring finger against the wheel rim. x-ray revieled a fracture on the finger tip. the mechanic was wearing gloves at the time of the incident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12769,injured was using a 20 lb sledge hammer to remove liners from #1 finish mill when he felt pain in his shoulder. did not become reportable until5-23-01 when he started missing work due to surg ery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12770,employee hit finger with a hammer while changing screen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12771,"ee stated: was splicing 2"" water line, while cutting line utility knife slipped & cut leg",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12772,"while being loaded at the es02 shovel, the shovel bucket struck the forward portion of the bed of truck 425. the force jolted ee forward and he felt discomfort afterward. pain and stiffening became more prevelant and was taken to nurses station for evaluation. then was seen by doctor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -12773,under ex 270 hoe using an impact wrench when metal flew into his left eye. did not go to doctor until 1/17/01. had face shield on.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12774,the employees was helping install new cat pads on the cm when the chain hook came loose striking the employee on both hands.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12775,ee was installing polydeck panels using a hammer. when ee struck the panel a piece of metal entered his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12776,"ee was helping to clean out a crusher that had choked. a rock fell inside the crusher on his left hand, mashing his fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12777,"chipping off clay from a track with a pry bar, missed track and hit left pinky finger on the track.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12778,"the employee was lancing a roller pin in order to remove it. the heat from the lance ignited grease and the flame was forced out of the hole, knocking down the employee and burning his face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12779,"ee was cutting open a box in the supply house. in the process of cutting, the razor knife slipped lacerating the ee's left hand. (ee received 4 stitches).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12780,"operator had climbed into the seat of the loader and went to shut the door. as ee pulled hard on the handle, ee experienced a sharp pain from the left elbow to the hand. operator was swapping loaders with another employee.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12781,"ee was bolting top when a piece of draw rock fell from top, striking ee on back & shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12782,sprain back while lifting an oxygen bottle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12783,"kneeling on the concrete while setting door, when he stood up his knee popped.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12784,"ee was flagging overhead crane when hook caught on mill door, then it suddenly freed itself and landed on top of his right foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12785,"ee operating dozer using ripper. while backing up hill, dozer seat was hitting upper back and lower neck area. started restricted work activity 04/26/01.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12786,injured person moved a pump from one working face area to another. that afternoon he reported having back pain from moving the pump. he later that same day also reported pain in left shoulder. he sustained a strain of low back and left shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12787,ee was shoveling out bin when he felt a pull in his back. he thought it was ok and did not report it until next day as he was in pain. he had not yet returned to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12788,ee was cleaning up spillage around a rotary breaker chute when he got a piece of coal in his rt.eye. ee was not wearing safety glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12789,"employee was in the process of stacking a brattice using solid concrete block. injured was eaching to get a block and at the same time another employee was throwing a block to hit him, mashing his finger between block.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12790,"employee was pushing bags of blasting agent in a drill hole with a tamping pole and as ee was removing the tamping pole ee felt discomfort in ee's left shoulder. began rice for a few weeks, the employee went to the doctor on 06/01/17 and was diagnosed with tendentious. employee was given an injection of anti-inflammatory and placed on a 10 lb. work restriction.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12791,"ee was stacking rock. a rock slipped and cut his wrist, requiring 6 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12792,employee was welding with protective gear on. later that night his eyes were bothering him. doctor said he had flash burn.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -12793,"while holding a punch, hammer glanced off punch and hit right thumb",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12794,"while pulling up a bicket of dull jackhammer bits on a rope, he felt pain in his back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12795,"ee was installing trash shoots, lifting sheets to align then to be welded. ee felt pain in the left groin area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12796,"employee was installing a hose in the monorail system in e28 longwall. ee was using a chisel to help assist getting the hose together. when ee swung the hammer, ee missed the chisel and struck left thumb. ee was diagnosed with a fracture to the left thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12797,"helping put wreck motor onto track. had jack under motor, putting other jack in place with header on top. jack turned, pinched finger. taken to er for treatment, stitches used to close wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12798,ee was raking kiln grate when his left pinky finger was pinched between the door frame and kiln rake handle. ee was wearing heavy leather welding gloves at time of injury. finger surgery on 1/31/12,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12799,employee was using hammer on conclave liner to remove it. ee placed ee's foot under the liner and was injured. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12800,"tech. attempted to pick up a chock block from under a haul truck. he felt pain in his groin area, after dr. visit it was determined that he had a hernia. ee had surgery on 3/10/11. ee missed no time from work and has rec. full release to return on his next sch. shift.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12801,employee and supervisor was moving 14 cm miner cable was pulled from hanger pinning injured between cable and roof bolting machine.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12802,the employee's shuttle car snub came loose striking his head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12803,employee was in the process of unloading a bundle of 5 foot resin onto the front of the roof bolter. in the process of this he experinced pain in his lower back as he placed the resin in the resin tray. he was put on restrictred activity for 3 days with a follow up before returning to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12804,"ee was in a lift basket scaling the roof of the mine. he stated that he twisted while trying to pull down a piece of rock with a pry bar, and pulled a muscle in his neck/back area. ee has been prescribed muscle relaxers, anti-inflammatories and pain aid. he will not work until the dr. has released him. dr. will reevaluate in one week.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12805,ee was @ the pit cleaning up the loading dock which had old lumber he was placeing the old lumber in the loader bucket and when he placed another piece the one he had just place jabbed the palm of his right hand with a rusty nail he not see.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12806,employee was shoveling limestone fines and he twisted to throw the fines on the other side of himself. this awkward movement caused a pulled muscle in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12807,"the employee was attempting to reposition a 2"" by 6"" piece of rectangualr tubing that was 20' long onto a jackstand. the tubing fell off the jackstand and pinned the employees left wrist between the stand and tubing causing a small fracture of the ulna styloid. employee was returned to work on restricted duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12808,employee was handling wet & muddy continuous miner cable when he strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12809,"while helping co-worker move light plant, front of light plant came up and hit ee in chest area scraping chest and bruising under left arm pit toward shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12810,employee was removing belt blocks after completion of a belt splice on the 2nd north east submain belt. employee moved the ratchet and the belt block struck employee on the right side of lower jaw.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12811,ee was bagging 50 when he aquired the eye injury. the bag was defective and blew up in his face. his safety glasses moved up on his face and he got dust in his eye. he used the eyewash station but could not get all the dust out. he went to the emegency room and was given drops upon revisist went to eye dr and was prescribed an ointment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12812,"employee was using a hand held 4 1/2"" angle grinder on a piece of metal, he felt something go in his eye even though he was wearing safety glasses. he continued working, it wasn't until that evening that his eye hurt and he realized he still had something in it. he went to the doctor the next morning.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12813,employee was assisting another employee to remove a nipple from a 1 inch ball valve. he was using a pipe wrench and as he pulled the pipe wrench toward his body he felt two pops in his shoulder followed by pain. diagnosed as a dislocated shoulder. work restrictions applied 5/31/2010.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12814,using a hacksaw to cut a lead on 2/3 cable. as he pushed the tool the blade stuck in the cable. it came out of the slot and struck his right cutting the nail and thumb. the resulting laceratio n required three sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12815,"while unloading waterline, employee caught his thumb between a piece of the waterline and the trailer fracturing his thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12816,"ee was changing screens & slipped on screen, his lt. leg hit and he received a puncture wound about 1/2""hole. area was wet.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12817,"employee was removing mounting bolts for right rear wheel group of haul truck #094. while running the impact gun with his right hand using his left hand to stableize it, he pinched his left pi nky finger. medical treatment was sought and x-rays reviewed, a fracture of the left pinky finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12818,teammate's hand was caught underneath the seal bar ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12819,"rebuilding screen; before closing machine he manually was spinning shafts when his glove became caught between 2 counter weight, pulling his right hand in. he has a blood blister and swelling onhis right ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12820,injured was working in the pelletizer plant along the grate where the grate castings are changed. injured was cutting off a old the wrap off a grease line to change the grease hose. he was usi ng a knife. the knife slipped and he cut his left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12821,"employee was getting down a vertical ladder, when ee felt pain in ee's left shoulder and part of ee's left back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12822,"employee was operating track-hoe excavator on a pad of coal, prying rock off coal and loading rock trucks. track of excavator got off pad, causing excavator to fall off pad (drop of aprox. 8 feet) and over onto its side. employee was in cab (selt belt on) when excavator hit the ground, causing injury to his neck and bruising to his head, right elbow, and buttock areas.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -12823,"employee was hand thermalling a stone 2"" x 24"" x 36"" set on edge on the rollers. the stone tipped and fell onto his foot breaking several bones.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12824,"employee was starting to climb the ladder up on to the end loader when with left leg on the ladder and right foot still on the ground they felt a pop, (pain) in right knee while pushing their weight upon the ladder. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12825,"ee was tramming roof bolter. while watching cable take up, he hit his head on rib (strained neck).",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12826,employee working under loader stood up and banged hard hat and head on loader. complained next day of pain in neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12827,"ee was in the process of terminating a new high voltage cable. the end was tied up and he was cutting the ""rope"" strands from the skinned out cable. as he cut the strands, he struck the back o f his left hand with the utility knife approx 3 inches long. this required sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12828,belt mechanic slipped while cutting belt to make a splice causing him to cut his knee. the laceration required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12829,"on 8/11/2010, the injured was replacing a water line on the oxygen analyzer at the feed-end of #1 kiln. when the injured reconnected the hose and turned the water back on, the hose blew off spraying hot water on the employee's face, stomach area and left thigh area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -12830,the injured ee had relocated his keyboard to the top of his desk in his office. the use of his keyboard in this position resulted in his wrist being placed on the edge of his desk during data entry. the awkward position caused irritation to the tendons in his right wrist and forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12831,a fully trained miner was checking the suction on the bolter while the drill steel was in place the steel broke and struck him in the mouth the miner had on all required ppe but should not have had steel in place while checking suction,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12832,ee was loading b.o. parts on the pv and smashed his finger between the radiator and tire.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12833,"while replacing a seat on a 6 yard loader, the base caught on some hoses forcing the seat down with employee's thumb under it. the mechanic was seen at the clinic and was given restricted duty dut to a sprained thumb.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12834,"employee was placing metal i beams on a band saw table, metal slid into employees left ring finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -12835,"while installing water line w/pipe wrench, pipe wrench slipped off, causing a partial dislocation to left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12836,"technician was drilling holes in a plate, stopped the drill press to clear the metal shavings from the drill bit and a piece of metal went through glove resulting in a laceration to finger. the employee received 9 stitches to close the wound and released to work as tolerated.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12837,technician removing mounting bolt from transmission mount - the nut plate began spinning and caught finger against bolt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12838,"employee was using a magnetic drill. it was snaged, and spun around and hit the him in the left forearm. he should have had the drill attached to a safety strap. he went home after he went to the dr and return to work 3/30/07-light duty. dr released him 4/5/07",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12839,"member had trammed the roofbolter into #3 left to begin bolting sequence, and as he prepared to get out of the operator's deck a rock , fell onto the atrs of the bolter, causing the bolter to tilt up in the rear. member placed his hand on top of the canopy to assist himself out of the deck, and when the bolter tilted up his hand was caught between the canopy and the roof.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12840,ee helped lift a rolled belt and sprained ee's lower back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12841,ee was assisting another ee in placing schreen panels. they were installing on row when the screen tube. one ee was hammering the panel in place while stublilized the panel. this ee 's hand sl ipped and was struck by the hammer breaking his left little finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12842,employee was observing a crew setting roof support beams while his hand was lying on the continuous miner and an employee flipped a beam over and it struck his left 5th finger. diagnosed with a fractured finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12843,employee was helping mechanic load motor to take inside. he caught tip end of his ring finger under edge of motor. it mashed end of finger causing nail to come off. he had gloves on.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12844,while closing inspecting door on crusher employee smashed thumb of right hand in pinch point.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12845,employee was picking up a metal trailer hitch (tongue) off of the ground in the supply yard and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12846,miner operator and two shuttle car operators were hanging the miner cable. the miner operator was on his knees and over-stretched while lifting the cable. he complained of his back hurting. he was transported to camc where he was diagnosed with a muscle strain in his back. he was given two days off.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12847,"employee was swinging sledgehammer at feed end building of cement plant to break up built-up, hardened cement when the hammerhead hit the roof overhead & on rebound pinched his right little finger between hammer handle & his steel-toed boot. caused laceration and fracture of finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12848,"employee was doing traffic control for coring job when ee saw the core machine was stuck, and the operator was having trouble dislodging the core machine. ee begun to help dislodge the machine. when it came loose it sprung up hitting ee's right shoulder knocking ee to the ground.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12849,employee was lifting a screen (less than 100lbs). received help from another. after lifting the employee felt a sprain/strain in left arm. employee was taken to the local clinic where they put on restrictive duty with a sling. going back for checkup to re-evaluate.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12850,employee was throwing a crib behind a steel set leg and pinched right hand pinkie finger between the crib and the steel set leg. employee was wearing cut resistant gloves. this incident resulted in a laceration to tip of finger and loss of nail.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12851,employee attaching comealong - co-worker disconnecting chain. deck pinned employee to deck screen fracturing his right leg in two places.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12852,"employee was standing by impactor crusher while door was being opened to do routine maintenance, a small piece of debris came by employees safety glasses and went into his eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12853,was loading supplies when he hit his left elbow on pin machine,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12854,employee was throwing loops of miner cable at slack pile as he taping cable and felt a burning sensation and sharp pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -12855,ee unplugged cable which was corroded. he strained his lower back by wiggling and pulling the plug harder than normal.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12856,the employee was closing the light vehicle rear driver side door. ee caught ee's right hand between the truck door and frame as ee was closing it. this resulted in a laceration and fracture to the right ring finger. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12857,"ee was attempting to talk on a face phone located at #110 shield. as he was kneeling on the pontoons, the shield came in, catching his leg be6tween the pontoon & the relay bar. the other jacks etter had already set the shield to pull up right before injured positioned himself on the shield.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12858,employee was cutting open a splice on a shuttle car cable using a razor knife. as he was cutting open the cable he slipped with the knife & cut the top of his left index finger. he received 3 sutures to close the laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12859,cooling package on a 279c skid steer fell down and pinned employee's right hand between the latch striker and the latch assembly. the gas strut was defective and came off its housing when it was bumped. doctor determined employee had a fracture in the shaft of the #1 metacarpal on right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12860,"was working overhead with a grinder & welder. debris from grinding on forehead and when individual stood up, it worked it's way into subject's eyes behind his safety glasses.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12861,"a heavy duty truck shop mechanic was replacing a transmission on a haul truck oil cooler standing on a step ladder. while reaching overhead and looking up to tighten bolts, a clump of dirt mixed with grease came loose and landed on forehead, and some material landed in their left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12862,"aligning a piece of belt structure, piece slipped and so did ee straining muscle in neck and upper back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12863,when employee was cleaning the mill he got up a metal cover and he felt a pain in his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12864,ee reported left shoulder pain to the supervisor. ee felt pain in the shoulder when ee was swinging a hammer to hit a chisel on a piece of stone.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -12865,"employee was in muck bay 42 attempting to cut a piece of chain hanging down from hard line using bolt cutters. while attempting to cut the chain, the employee lost the grip slipping off one handle. this action caused a chipped in a bottom tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12866,ee was pumping the jaw crusher closed to fit a shim in and the toggle rod that goes through a large spring broke and the spring hit ee behind the knee,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12867,ee was fixing a gap between culvert and duct work. other ee threw rachet straps up to ee. ee did not catch them and they struck his safety glasses. his safety glasses pushed into his face causing a cut to his left eye which required stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12868,ee was working in the scale aisle changing buckets on e-1 elevator. dust and clay had gotten in his eyes causing both eyes to swell (right one more so than the left).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12869,the blades on gang five had become worn out for sawing stone slabs. the ees had replaced the blades and were hammering the keys in to tighten the blades. while they did this ee's elbow started to hurt. he continued to work until 1900.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12870,"while attempting to let down a miner cable that was hung up, employee's hand was punctured by a cable hanger requiring 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12871,dust material built up on the brim of the employee's hard hat. when ee lowered a face shield that was attached to his hard hat the dust fell down onto his facial area. dust got into ee's rt. eye causing a corneal abrasion. eye was examined by a dr. & ee was prescribed medication.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12872,"while rotating tires on a haul truck, employee's left hand was pinched in the tire lock ring and received a laceration between the thumb and first finger requiring 8 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12873,"employee was loading powder in down holes. while cutting blasting wire toward body, the force he was using caused the knife to continue to his forearm causing a laceration. he was taken to salem emergency room where he received 11 sutures to inside of left forearm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12874,"the employee was grinding face up and the metal particles were falling over him, getting into his eyes even wearing the safety goggles.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12875,"bolter was moving across a miner cable and he reached dow to slide cable crosser over and got finger smashed. no work missed, went to hospital to get treated.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12876,"employee was arc welding at work, went home woke up with eyes hurting. when to hospital. doctor diagnosis it as flash burn",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -12877,while moving an extension ladder countrol of the ladder was lost and ee strained his right elbow. he reported the event but declined first aid or medical evaluation. while moving a pump on 11- 21-02 he reported re injuring his light elbow. ee was taken to dr for evaluation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12878,injured was repairing a belt splice at #5 belthead. he was using come alongs to pull the belt. the clamp came loose striking him in the mouth. he went to welch emg. he hand a broken tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12879,after cutting pull cable at drum-it remained in fairlead-when ee stepped down off of the track the cable and dragline bucket and chains fell and struck him in the neck and shoulder-ee appeared to be ok-told leadman later that neck and shoulder was hurting.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12880,"ee was using a hand drill to anchor tail piece and while he was cleaning dust from the hole he caught his glove and twisted his right hand, injuring his wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12881,"employee was lifting the lid on a railcar that he was loading. he felt a pull in his back, but didn't feel it necessary to see a doctor at that time. ee continued to feel soreness in lower back and saw the company doctor on 9/3/08. dr. gave employee a lifting restriction of 15 lbs. until next appointment.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12882,ee was welding and grinding on a cracked cross memeber of a transfer. he had limited access. he wore safety glasses at all times however he did not wear a shield a tall times because of tight access. the next morning he felt something in his left eye. it was removed at the clinic that day. released to full duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12883,"employee was standing in the middle of the offside of roof bolter, during bolter reposition his foot was struck by the front tire. ppe was not a factor, mining equipment was not a factor, mining systems was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was not a factor, miner proficiency may have been a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by powered moving object -12884,he was lifting 100 lb. bags and stacking them on a pallet.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12885,employee was manually moving rock at site and strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12886,employee was lifting a metal wear shoe out of a steel 55 gallon drum when he cut his hand on a sharp piece of metal on the inside of the steel drum. the laceration of the hand required eleven stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12887,"just doing regular job duties and fell pain in stomach, right side, when lifting a bucket of shims.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12888,ee was installing bucket on #17 elevator with a huch gun and ee was holding pins on back size when left middle finger was caught behind head a bucket pin causing open fx to top of left middle finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12889,individual was removing a lid from an electrical box when the lid slipped and caught his left thumb resulting in a laceration requiring sutures to close. the operator was not notified of this incident until 7/2/2014,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12890,employee was turning a valve when he felt a pop in his left wrist. employee was given a splint to help support his wrist. 7000-1 was done due to part 50 audit.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12891,after doing a pre-op inspection of htk 262 operator went to pick up chock blocks and sprained their back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12892,a trained general inside laborer was carrying belt bed rails from the belt to the track and placing them on a mine flat car. the injured and another employee was laying a bed rail on the car when the injured finger was caught between two bed rails. he was wearing gloves.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12893,"ee was helping move a 245ln miner, when he reached for the cable, he put his left hand on the cable standoff when the back of the moner came up and caught his arm between the roof and the frame of the miner fracturing his left arm near his wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12894,employee was lifting a 50# bag of carbon to dump into the blender feed bin. he lost grip of the bag with his right hand so all of the weight was supported by his left hand. he felt a pull in his left arm. later that night he continued to have discomfort in his left arm. he went to the doctor for evaluation.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12895,employee was stripping copper from blank with pry bar whne the copper bent forward. employee's arm came in contact with the jagged edge causing a small laceration. employee was wearing all required ppe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -12896,"striking metal object with a hammer, a piece of metal flew off and thru his safety glasses and hitting him in his rt eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12897,employee closed his pickup truck car door on hand causing contusion and lacerations to hand and fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12898,"two employees were replacing the end plate of w-13 conveyor discharge chute by lifting it into place. while putting plate into place, they lost conrol of the plate and it fell striking injured on the right index finger causing laceration. (plate wears approximately 150 lbs.)",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12899,"employee alleges he was tightening bolts with a wrench and a hammer, the hammer slipped and hit his hand and he cut his hand - receiving 10 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12900,"assisting coworker lifting and sliding sideways a 250 lb pipe onto steel table, pipe coated with nonslip material creating more resistance, employee felt sharp pain in lower back. employees should have used mechanical lift but were in ""hurry"" was the reason for not following their training and company policy on proper lifting.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12901,"employee was assisting in changing out the drill bit on drill 2. employee was signaling to the operator in the cab and took his eyes off his hands. as the drill bit and basket bottomed out on the drill pad, the basket and bit slammed together.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12902,trying to move pump using a gin pole. the chain broke and hit the employees.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12903,"employee was removing bent conveyor for repairs. while using a 12' x 12' timber to block the conveyor, the timber was pushed to far on one end causing his end to drop down onto angle iron which caught his pinky on right hand, which partially tore the fingernail from the nailbed.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12904,employee was reconnecting a pump while standing on a ladder. came down from ladder and worked full shift. injury was not reported until 9/14/09. claims left foot was injured. no mechanism of injury and no fall.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12905,employee was removing upper penant line pins at the boom point of a dragline. he was using a link-belt to hold socket up while driving the pin out. as the pin was being struck with 5 ft. pry bar it came out causing the pry bar to swing back and strike the employee in the left side of the head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12906,"on 12/21/00 injured was on property to remove a b.e. model 38b rubber tired truck crane/clam shell machine. they removed the boom & shipped it out. they then began to remove counter-weight. th ere were 2 studs securing weight that were rusted. they split nuts w/torch & used pin & hammer to break off. the weight fell 6' onto injured landing on thight/leg. 911 called, ee concious/tal",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12907,the employee was getting out a prybar out of the service truck and hit his rt thunb on the side of the door causing a tiny fracture. he went to get an x-ray and was determined positive and drainage of blood under nail plus immobilization of the thumb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12908,"employee was busting rock with a sledge hammer, and when he hit the rock a piece of the rock flew up and hit him under the lip. he received 2 stitches under his lip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12909,handling stone pieces on the guillotine when one slipped and hit his head.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12910,repairing to #38 lima dragline the bolt broke that the employee was tying to loosen by pulling on a wrench .,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12911,"subject was shoveling section tailpiece. shovel caught a splice on the belt, forcing it against the top and catching his little ring, and middle fingers of his left hand, between the shovel an d the roof.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12912,"attempting to raise belt head with lifting jack to reset crib, his hand slipped and jack bar came out and hit him, resulting in a cut to his chin requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12913,"while roofbolting, rock fell from between the bolts, striking employee on the left shoulder and arm.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12914,ee was standing behind the employee trying to remove a worn tooth on the loader bucket. a small piece of the tooth came off hitting ee in the left cheek area below the safety glasses.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12915,went to get into loader and pulled upper right thigh muscle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12916,"employee was removing a metal cover on the face drill when he felt a sharp pain in his lower abdomen, resulting in a hernia/rupture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12917,employee claimed that he kneeled down to unknot the miner cable and about 45 minutes later his back began to hurt. he worked until 1/29/01 when he was taken off work. he had a herniated disc.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12918,"lifting miner cable, miner moved felt pain in back and scrotum.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12919,the employee stated ee was using a hand drill to drill a hole in ee's toolbox when the bit broke. the broken bit struck ee's safety glasses and then ee's eye. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12920,"while working on dryer housing, employee got his leg pinched.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12921,employee was running a maching when his thumb was caught between the shiv and the belt causing a fracture.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12922,employee was helping crib the rear of st768 lube truck so the rear springs could be replaced. the floor jack that was located on the right rear of the truck slipped out allowing the truck to set back down on the floor. the tires were still on the truck but the crib block ee was inserting under the axle kicked out and mashed ee's finger between the crib block and the truck frame.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12923,employee was using a hammer and made contact with their hand resulting in a laceration. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12924,employee was throwing cable over scoop bucket when he felt pain in his neck.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12925,employee was trying to debridge front feeder and struck right hand against angle iron on railing support. sustained laceration to right index finger requiring stitches,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12926,"mechanic was changing cutting edges on loader bucket. while attempting to get large bolt in correct placement, he accidently activated air impact wrench which spun bolt and caused a laceration of left wrist requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12927,he felt pain in his left shoulder while attempting to close a rail car door. he reported the incident but declined medical care at the time. his shoulder still hurt on 12/5/03 and he wanted me dical care. sent to mar monte. possible torn rotator cuff.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12928,employee on several strenuousness projects during the day and stayed over on over time until projects were completed. employee the next day reported he had pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12929,worker was cutting the banding off the drip hose when the knife slipped and cut left forearm. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12930,smashed left pinky finger between two rings inside bowl,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12931,employee was installing wear plates in coal crusher. the plate and crusher hammer. finger was amputated at first joint.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12932,"employee was drilling hole for bolt. applying up pressure, steel broke, kicked back, struck right jaw and rear of right shoulder. he was taken to er for treatment. sutures were used to close wound on jaw.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12933,"employee was attempting to remove a pin from a clevis that was attached to a continuous miner rub rail that was removed from the machine and lying on the concrete floor. when the pin was removed, the rub rail shifted, smashing the employee's left middle finger between the rub rail and floor. this resulted in an avulsion of the fingertip and a tuft fracture.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12934,"employee was installing a new burner pipe. while positioning the support arm, he placed his right middle finger in bolt hole to check alignment, when the pipe shifted and lacerated his finger",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12935,employee sprained his shoulder while putting up a pin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12936,"employee was working with other employees to take the crusher apart. while putting a hook in a lifting eye, the hook slipped and smashed his 4th finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12937,individual was helping pour a concrete slab. concrete spilled over the top of his boots and caused burns on his legs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12938,ee was setting bits on the longwall shear when he felt a sharp pain in his back. he was attempting to turn the drum on the shear when he started having pain. this is a lost time accident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12939,he was using a jackhammer all day during 9 hr. shift. next morn. he woke to pain in lower back. pain increased over the week so he reported it. doctor diagnosed lower back strain may 5 & put on modified duty. currently still on modified duty until may 28-no lifting over 40 lb.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12940,"cutting a piece of plastic, tripped over a rock and cut index finger and middle finger on right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12941,operator of the roof bolter was bolting in #6 right break and he swung the canopy out and struck his jaw.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12942,employee was climbing into the cab of a piece of equipment when he struck his head on the frame of the cab door. he worked the rest of the shift without telling anyone until the end of his shift. he said he had some slight neck pain but did not require medical attention.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12943,"employee was reaching to shut the down of the south staker control room, when the wind caught the door and it shut on his fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12944,ee was operating a remote control miner from behind the miner bumper & was in the process of cutting an overcast trench. the miner cutting drum threw a 8' roof bolt & struck his chest & ribs.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12945,"ee had been using a aemc ground resistance test meter checking the annual required grounding of electric motors. after three days of this type of work, ee complained of pain in his dominant left hand. ee placed on restricted duty on 01/14/2013.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12946,"ee was bending a 60"" roof bolts and pull something in his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12947,employee was stripping wire for main feed when his hand slipped and the knife struck his thumb resulting in two stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12948,ee was handing a 50lb bag of rock dust across a belt when he felt a sharp pain in his left shoulder,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12949,injured employee was lifting metal catwalk section when it shifted and smashed hand against catwalk and ground. causing cuts on two fingers on his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12950,haul truck was struck by a shovel dipper door jostling the truck driver. the truck driver had pre-existing degenerative disc problems which were aggravated by this incident. she sought chiropractic treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -12951,"was lifting 8"" seal blocks and handing to another worker when ee felt burning in back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12952,ee stated that he was in #5 entry hanging shuttle car anchor when right arm hyperextended backward. been attempting to place a pin in a shackle with left hand while trying to hold anchor with right. incident became reportable 8/30/2015 follow-up diagnosed the ee with a torn tendon. ee returned to work at his normal job class. on 10/14/15 ee began missing work due to the injury,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12953,"employee was at the 1 west dust hole when ee was struck by a 4"" bull hose from the dust tank after filling the dust tank with dust causing a fracture to the lower back, a contusion to the right ankle, and a contusion to ee's left wrist.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12954,employee was pulling with a chain. the chain link broke and struck employee in right calf.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12955,minor pieces of loose material fell from the roof as the bolter began to drill and cut arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12956,employee was using a soft face sledge to remove the blade wing shroud from a dozer.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12957,ee had a new ratchet & was in the process of cutting the nylon strap that holds it together. he was holding the strap down with his right hand & the knife in his left hand. he was cutting toward his right hand when the knife cut through the nylon strap. the knife then struck his right hand through his glove causing a laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12958,"sliding a piece of grating that had been left out back into place and caught left index finger between two pieces of grating, lacerating the tip of his left index finger. the avulsion required 10 sutures to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12959,"the fork lift attachment to a jcb loader became detached during adjustments, striking an ee in the right shin.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12960,"employee was changing a roller on a conveyor. he was havnig trouble getting a nut off of a bolt which held the roller. when the nut cam loose, the roller came loose and employee tried to hold it from falling.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12961,while pushing roof bolt into hole the roof bolt stopped abruptly and the employee felt pain in abdomen. the employee was diagnosed with a hernia and worked till 5/13/2016 when employee went off for surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12962,employee was drilling holes mounting a fender. the drill bit caught and forced the employee's hand through a head light cutting his hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12963,"employee was assisting two other employees rolling a 20 ft long 48 inch diameter pipe into position. employee was positioned on the end of the pipe. as the pipe rolled, a jagged edge of steel from the pipe penetrated the side of his left hand. four sutures required.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12964,"ee was working on truck bed repairing tail section of bed liner where he had to dog down the liner to be welded. while he was driving a metal wedge to dog down the liner, the wedge flew out st riking him on the face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12965,"pulling klinkers from the kiln, he strained back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12966,"an ee was injured while removing a keeper pin out of a track pad on a continuous miner. while hitting the keeper with a hammer the hammer slipped and smashed ee's left thumb, between the hammer and the track pad. it required stitches to close the laceration. x-rays also show that the thumb has a small fracture, requiring modified duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12967,"while lifting a top roller, employee felt pain in his lower abdomen.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12968,"ee notice white lesion on lateral aspect of eye, with no foreign object sensation. ee tried to take out with tweezers and pulled out some unknown tissue. ee went to er for treatment on his own . ee did not notify superviosr until received invoice for services. ee given prescription.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -12969,injured claims while trying to install the right tilt cylinder on the 4349 cat dozer with the overhead crane. injured had it just about lined up to put the pin in. when he went to move it caus ing it to slip on the chain which then the cylinder dropped down hitting his r hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12970,"employee was rotating coupling when finger slipped and entered hole, causing finger to be caught between coupling halves, causing injury to finger tip.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12971,employee was bolting the back at 39w 2900 04. a rock fell and shock the jackleg muffler. it then bounced up and struck him in the mouth. chipped upper tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12972,employee was turning the cone bowl on and caught his right knee between the bowl and the adjustment arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12973,"employee was changing pin with porta power. pusher metal shot out, ricocheted off dozer and struck them in the face. they received 30 stitches for the wound.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12974,"a rock fell from the chopper and hit the leg of the worker. after being checked out it was concluded that there were no broken bones, only bruising. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12975,"while putting a waterline together, employee tightened a clamp with ratchet and the ratchet slipped causing him to cut his right little finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12976,"ee was pushing a rock off the top of the miner. a piece of this rock broke and cut the palm of his hand. cause of this injury was not wearing gloves and getting help. compliance with rules/ regs. was a factor, protective equipment a factor, mining equipment/systems a factor, miner proficiency a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12977,ee and another coworker were picking up and moving ballard's. when ee put down a ballard ee felt a sharp pain in lower back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12978,employee was lifting door holding bar from finish mill when ee felt pain in ee's lower back. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12979,had been drilling earlier @ 8 am. later that afternoon wiped their brow and a metal shaving fell into eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -12980,ee was moving 40 lb bags from a van trailer ontoa truck. he turned to move a bag and his knee twisted.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12981,while placing lifting strap on pipe employee experienced a strain to lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12982,"ee tossed a chain across the scoop bucket, it sprang back at him, letting the hook strike him in the mouth chipping a bottom tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12983,"ee was removing ""bolts"" from the meva forms and ee was using a hammer to tighten down a pancake nut. when ee wrenched the nut, ee felt a sharp pain in ee's shoulder. ee treated it with otc medicine and ice at the time of the incident. as of december 11, ee has now seeked medical attention.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12984,"he was hanging a miner cable and said he felt a pull in the front of his left shoulder. he continued to work until july 17, 2011 when he went to an emergency room and was informed he may have a rotator cuff tear. he is off work pending an mri.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -12985,"using a utility knife and while trimming a piece of belt, he cut his left forearm. treatment required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12986,employee was removing a window and cut right wrist,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -12987,man was hanging waterline when he slipped dropped the line and it struck his right knee,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12988,injured was recovering belt structure and while carrying a belt saddle and slipped and fell into standing support along the belt line. this caused them to smash a finger between the standing support and the belt saddle which after being checked caused a small fracture at the tip of the index finger. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12989,employee was carrying an air impact wrench with a three inch socket attached. the socket fell off the wrench striking the employees right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12990,"ee was using a set of ""come-a-longs"" to align track, caught left middle finger between hook & chain resulting in a laceration that required 7 stitches to close.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -12991,while setting timber in break 16 a timber fell striking injured in the face.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -12992,"while being loaded, the shovel came in contact with haul truck bed, jarring the truck. ee was seen in er initially, then saw dr. on 2/21 with diagnosis of neck strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -12993,"employee was turning the pellet mill with a crowbar when it slipped and employee stumbled, twisting right ankle and putting excessive weight on it. sprained ankle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12994,"while setting a shield on the 7a long wall set up face, the injured activated the relay bar function in order to align the horizontal pin. this action caused unexpected movement of the shield pontoon which cam into contact with the employee's right foot causing multiple fractures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -12995,the safety glasses he was wearing were covered in perlite when he took them off to wipe them off and got perlite in his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12996,ee was helping coworker unconnect a high voltagecoupling. he had the coupling resting on his knee. after completing the task his knee was sore &painful when walking.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -12997,left foot got stuck in mud and injured worker felt pop in knee while attempting to get foot unstuck. he then removed foot from mud and lost balance causing him to fall and strike knee against rocks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -12998,employee was assisting in making repairs to the continuous miner when the rub rail struck him on foot. he consulted a doctor and was told he has a fractured foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -12999,"while replacing lip shrouds on shovel dipper, a foreign body became embedded in his leg.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -13000,"while repairing a hand rail in the north mill, a rail fell to the floor pinching the employee's left ring finger. employee required 7 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13001,"employee, was removing a piece of pipe - the pipe became wedged in the u-bolt holding it. he advised a coworker to lift on the pipe which allowed the pipe to slide freely striking his left ""pinky' finger between 2 pipes. he was wearing metacarpal gloves - however the cut still required stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13002,"while ee was jackhammering a transfer chute, he lifted the jackhammer and thought he pulled a muscle inhis shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13003,employee was cleaning mud out of excavator tracks with spade shovel & when poking hit metal and strained right shoulder. ee reported that accident happened on 2/25/2004 he reported injury on 3/5/2004. due to new spplied restrictions and upcoming surgery ee became a lost time as of 3/25/2004.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13004,"ee did not report this accident to me. per phone call he does not know time of accident, stated that it started hurting, also he told me that he did not report this as a accident, i found out per phone call from worker's comp concerning a wc3 report.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13005,employee works at stone quarry in chopped department. employee was chopping stone and piece fell and cut fifth finger (pinky) of left hand,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13006,"working on shaker and scratched hand, treated as first aid on 10/25/04. became infected and went to doctor 11/04/04. doctor cleaned and prescribed antibiotics.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13007,"he walked up one hill & down another hill to get a 3/8 piece of plate. he then carried the plate up & down hills on uneven, rock ground.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13008,employee was driving ground rod into ground with post driver and hit self in the head causing laceration requiring two staples.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13009,employee was unloading supplies when he pulled something in his abdominal area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13010,"going to change a busted hose on roof bolter. pulling on hose, came loose, burning in right arm down to end of fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13011,ee put jackleg against rib while working with a split set. the jackleg started to fall & ee grabbed it. the hinge point caught his right hand between the middle & ring finger. suturesrequire d to close cut,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13012,"miner was placing a 3' x 4' piece of steel sheet into the steel rack, as ee placed the steel in the rack the top corner of a 4' x 8' sheet of 1/2"" expanded metal caught ee's hand/glove and lacerated ee's left palm/wrist. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -13013,stone from crushing came from hammermill and got in miners eye. when he took his safety glasses off to inspect a conveyor belt because where he had to look was in a dar area and his safety gla sses were to dark to see.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -13014,"ee was tasked with removing and replacing the corner edge of the 565 loader bucket; while removing the cutting edge, using the impact to remove the bolts, the mechanic's hand was cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13015,employee and coworker were emptying metal bins in shop. coworker was using a prybar to unwedge bin handle when it slipped and struck injured employee in the arm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13016,"employee was preparing to get mesh for the roof bolter, unchained mesh, mesh shifted catching finger and twisting/straining finger. did not become a reportable accident until august 13, 2019.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13017,"while taking out belt structure, a belt rail kicked up striking injured in the head and ear. required stitches to his ear.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13018,ee was replacing sidewear liner on front end loader bucket. ee was adjusting piece of steel by tapping with a hammer. hammer slipped & hammer handle struck ee's left little finger causing a la ceration which required 3 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13019,"while moving an air lance arms, strained ee's left shoulder. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13020,employee was attempting to dislodge a piece of belt line from the coarse refuse chute when a rock fell out and hit his right hand. a cut to his right hand required three sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13021,"two employees working on station cleaning out vibrating feeder. one employee was below the station installing a cutting shield hard hat and other employee had started work on cleaning the feeder above ee. as the employee was installing ee's head gear ee came into the path of a rock that was thrown down to the ground striking ee in the head, resulting in stitches to ee's head. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13022,"while changing the auto lube piping on ld023, the fitting next to the pump would not break loose. employee braced a small wrench against grease tank for leverage, used a second wrench to break the fitting loose and his right shoulder popped three times.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13023,"while installing a bearing on a conveyor, the jack slipped out and pipe fell on left index finger pinching it between the pipe and metal.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13024,"ee using a pry bar to move a stuck rock, pry bar slipped and mashed left ring finger. ee received 5 sutures in finger. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13025,employee alleges lower back strain resulting from releasing hand brake on engine. ee did not report alleged injury until 9/13/07.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13026,"loading 4"" x 20' metal water line onto rail car, another piece of pipe already on the car rolled catching the middle finger on his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -13027,ee was cleaning out his tool box with an air hose and was not wearing the proper ppe to keep dust out of his eyes.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13028,ee was attempting to loosen a bolt/nut on a deister table hanger using 2 pairs of channel locks. ee stated he felt pain in his left elbow. note: did not seek medical attention until 8/28/00 - first day off.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13029,"prying on a gate with a bar, bar slipped and smashed finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13030,employee was laying track when rail fell on top of foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13031,"the employee was working as a deck hand, pulling a cable, hooking up a barge when he felt a pull in his abdomen. the injury was diagnosed as a symptomatic umbilical hernia, reducable. he was referred to a surgeon and is scheduled to have outpatient surgery on friday, november 13, 2009.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13032,ee was guiding inside part of breaker into case of main breaker when it pushed forward pinching finger between both parts cutting end of little finger almost off.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13033,"moving 3"" airline when he felt pain in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13034,"using an air impact gun pressed up on a bolt with the palm of his hand, bolt spun and cut his hand. he went to the doctors later that night and received stiches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13035,ee was unloading pipe from sevice truck when a burr left from drilling a hole cut his middle finger on his right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -13036,"employee was attempting to move a diesel water pump when jack stand folded up, smashing ee's middle finger on his rt. hand requiring 6 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13037,"employee was changing screens in cyclone drain, when they rinsed the screen, magnatite and fine coal splashed in face getting into left eye. went to doctor, said they had scratched left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -13038,ee cut left hand with utility knife when cutting on mine belt. ee required sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13039,"employee is a utility oiler and has being doing oiling duties for 25 years. he states that he has developed a hernia on his right side, he had a hernia on his left side 12 years prior. his duties include pulling a 2 inch diameter hose off a hose reel and fueling heavy equipment along with climbing on and off equipment to check fluid levels.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13040,"ee was working on left hand drill mast. steel was stuck in the roof. extension was in drill head, about 12"" between steels. ee reached up to pull steel from roof, when it came loose, it pinched his little finger between the steels, causing an injury to the tip of finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13041,"running miner, rib rolled off, hit elbow.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by rolling or sliding object -13042,"while using a chipping gun to knock off build-up on the rails to the 7 fk pump, the employee strained his left shoulder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13043,ee hit bucket tooth with hammer. a small piece of the tooth came off cutting his left leg. result 3 stitches in left leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -13044,"ee was helping oiler change the cutting edges on a motor grader he had been operating. as ee unscrewed the last nut (edges come bolted together) the cutting edges fell faster than expected, pinching his left pointer finger, resulting in the loss of a small part of finger tip (approx. 1/4"" x 1/2""). all ppe was being worn/used at the time, including gloves.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13045,"in the morning employee lifted two heavy objectswith the help of another employee: a compressed gas cylinder & a 225lb cable hook attachment forthe d-9 dozer. he did not notice any problems wh en he made the lifts but about noon his back wassore and by the next morning he had difficulty getting out of bed to come to work. he was sent to doctor nov. 1, 2000.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13046,injured was lifting a timber and hurt ee's left shoulder. on 4/1/21 injured was seen and placed on restrictions and is awaiting an mri. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13047,"ee, along with other workers, were lifting small set of crossover steps, when he felt pain in his back. physician prescribed modified duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13048,strain to back while ee was replacing wear saddles on support arms.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13049,"employee was replacing a blower on line a when ee was struck on the head with an 18"" aluminum pipe wrench that had been dropped from an upper level of approximately 35'- 40'",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13050,employee was dragging a scrapper when it slipped out of her hand cutting her. employee went to good samaritan hospital receiving sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13051,"while getting welding cables in kiln so that anchors could be welded, loose lime dust got behind safety eye wear in employee's eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Rubbed or abraded -13052,ee was helping put structure back in belt and was prying belt up with a 4x4 post and it broke and hit left knee on bottom and 2nd employee that was helping him fell also and partially landed on him,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13053,"employee was operating the 40 rtd performing their last clean up for day shift around the 40 shovel, when they were headed up the ramp to park for shift change the front end of the rtd fell into a ditch. this caused the employee to pitch forward hitting their head on the rops causing a laceration and breaking the right side window.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -13054,"the ee was rib bolting on the 4 west section. while taking off a bolt wrench from a drill steel, the wrench dislodged. it came back and struck the ee above the right eye causing a laceration. ee received 5-6 sutures. also, the injured was trained in the task. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13055,ee was moving trailing cable after a blast. a cloud of dust came up. ee rubbed his eye. eye bothered him that day and he went to dr. the next morning. dr. removed a small piece of metal from t he cornea and employee received some prescription medication.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -13056,ee stated while holding ladder for worker hanging cable (hv cable) ladder wobbled & ee holding ladder strained right arm. ee started missing work on 1/20/05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13057,"ee was assisting a roof bolting machine move from one heading to another by removing the cable ties that held the cable to the mine roof, allowing the operator to take up cable slack while tramming cable reel first. the cable struck the ee in the feet knocking him to the mine floor. he fell on his back and on top of his self-rescuer causing a simple fracture to the lumbar area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall onto or against objects -13058,employee was lifting a scoop drive line brake and felt pain in his lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13059,employee was performing roof bolting duties and turning a 16 ft. metal roof strap and the edge of the strap cut through his glove resulting in a laceration to his right hand that required 5 sutures.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13060,"employee was helping move cable to set up the shovel and while lifting the cable, felt his right knee pop. he recently had a non-occupational right knee surgery earlier this year. he was given restrictions and physical therapy. did not miss work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13061,"employee was recovering old high voltage cables, as he was cutting a hanger down he slipped and cut the top of his left hand with his utility knife, resulting in a laceration requiring 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13062,"ee was in the process of prepping the turnbuckle for installation when the gear box motor turned, pinning ee's arm between motor and frame.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13063,"as another employee was taking trolley apart in plant on cmi floor piece of trolley part of trolley fell and hit employee on the floor on his right shoulder started missing 1/27/03 peice 4"" x 3"" by 1/2"" center cut out.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13064,"injured was holding an alan wrench, another ee was hitting wrench with a hammer to tighten bolt on a shuttle car wheel unit. hammer glanced off shuttle car frame and struck injured rt hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13065,"ee was using knife to open a box, ee slipped using the knife causing a laceration to his left hand. ee needed sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13066,injured was swinging boom of roof bolter and had his hand on drill steel catching hand between drill steel and atrs pad. 4a section.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13067,employee was moving leaky feeder cable up. when he crossed a mobile bridge he said his knees buckled when he put them on the bottom. also he said they had been hurting for a couple of weeks,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13068,ee was performing overhead work when a bolt fell from overhead striking him in the mouth causing a laceration to the lip and a chipped tooth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13069,ee was transferring powder. disconnected hose & was looking inside hose when suddenly powder started shooting out of hose. right eye corneal abrasion requiring prescription.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13070,"miner was assisting in putting a canopy on a 636 scoop near the loading ramp in 24w, the canopy needed extra clearance and he tried to lift it up manually and experienced pain in his left shoulder. began missing work for shoulder injury on 9/28/15, with a doctor slip putting him off work to await an mri. no problems with training, ppe, mining methods or compliance issues.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13071,"employee was using a bar to remove a rock (approx 10 lbs) from a conveyor truss. the rock came loose, bounced off the catwalk striking him on the shin causing a small laceration.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13072,ee was rock dusting when hose slipped out of his hand and dust blew into his left eye. management was made aware that days missed from work were attributed to incident on 10/09/09.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13073,employee was chipping out grout/lime from beneath a fan on a demolition project and felt debris enter into his left eye. employee was using a chipping hammer and was wearing all necessary ppe. employee flushed eye immediately but did not feel that debris was removed so he was taken to an eye doctor. eye doctor removed debris and provided a prescription for antibiotic drops.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -13074,employee was changing the brake pads on a rubber tired 4 wheel mantrip when the wrench he was using slipped causing his right hand to be cut by the brake rotor. seven stitches were required to close the laceration.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -13075,operator strained lower back attempting to lift and pull on an elevator belt.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13076,employee was operating shear on longwall and as ee was walking following the shear foot was caught under the relay bar causing a contusion to right foot.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13077,"unloading beams from truck, pinched small finger on left hand between a piece of metal beam and loaded pallet.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13078,mechanic was changing a new hoist cable on the 61 shovel. he was operating the remote control pendanto for the tugger cable and was watching the cable and his left finger got caught in the snatch block.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13079,ee was in process of positioning nailer for belt splice and co-worker struck (hit) injured on right hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13080,"while trying to release the jammed cone, using cribbing and a bottle jack placed between the cone deck and the upper assembly of the cone, when pressure was applied to the jack the top end of the jack slipped out from the upper assembly causing the jack to fly out hitting the operator in the upper chest.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -13081,while shoveling in the tunnel to clear material from under a transport belt the employee felt some discomfort in the ribcage on the left side in the area below ee's heart. the incident became reportable on 3/16/2020 due to medical treatment provided.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13082,employee was swinging a sledge hammer and pinched his right middle finger between the hammer handle and the edge of a rock.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13083,employee was pulling shaft out of shuttle car when shaft slipped pinning left thumb against panel.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13084,employee was changing a tire with another employee. employee was injured while both were lifting/pushing/pulling tire into place. employee felt pull in right groin.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13085,employee was remaking kiln ramps and closing hiid when he bent over to pick up hammer & strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13086,employee was grinding a piece of metal and a stray shaving hit him in the eye. employee was wearing eye protection at the time of the incident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -13087,"employee was changing drill bit on blast hole drill, employee's finger was pinched between drill bit and hand rail. employee received 6 stitches on left pinky finger. employee returned to work on the same day.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13088,ee was using a belt knife to cut belt. knife slipped cutting ee right hand. required 10 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13089,"employee stated they was dropping plates on #3 clean coal press when hoodie jacket pocket got caught on the dog slide. they reached to pull pocket free, when middle left finger became pinched between the dogs. the pinch caused a laceration requiring 5 stitches. employee did not miss any work and returned to normal work duties.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13090,"lifting a 60lb chain, pulled muscle. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13091,employee was working on a piece of metal rack. employee dropped the rack on their foot. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13092,"holding 20lb sledge hammer head with left hand to change handle, struck wooden handle to remove from sledge head with 8lb hammer and struck lefthand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13093,"employee was trying to unplug #3 filter feed hopper with a maul. while swinging the maul, a piece of foreign body flaked off, making contact with his right eye. emp was not wearing the correct ppe for this area. he should have been wearing goggles, but instead was wearing safety glasses.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -13094,the employee was setting up a pump at the #5 leach tank. as he lifted the pump to set it on the bolts he felt a pain in the groin area.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13095,miner was removing wet sand from the head box of the truck scale conveyor when the rope holding the box in a raised position loosened causing the box to fall on the miner's right forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13096,employee pinched finger between concrete form and vent tube.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13097,"ee was in the process of shooting a ball in #4 coller. the blasters were shut off as well as the fan. however, when inspection door was opened clinker dust puffed back in his face, getting int",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13098,employee's thumb was cut when cab door was shut unexpectedly.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13099,"lifting 60 lb. track rails onto the rail trucks felt pain in lower back with help from 3 employees (electric hoist broke on one end of trucks), proper lifting procedures may a factor, protective safety devices were in place.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13100,employee stated was removing bags from the east transfer point dust collector on the fourth floor of the lime shed when the employee removed goggles fogged up. employee removed them for cleaning and lime fell into the employee's eye. the eye doctor used a prescription to treat eye. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -13101,"ee's arm was hurting from shoveling on the 8th of dec, then he used a sledge hammer on 10 dec and hurt it again. he did not seek medical attention until 12/15/08 and began working restricted duty 12-15-08.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13102,employee was opening an outby set of doors when he felt pain in his left elbow.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13103,"ee was cutting grass with 7300 compact track loader w/attached brush hog. for some unknown reason the machine lost traction and slid down small embankment into water. cause of incident unknown at this time. compliance with rules/reg not a factor, mining equip/system unknown to be a factor, but was used, ppe not a factor, job skills/miner proficiency/training/attitude not a factor.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Drowning -13104,"employee cut hand on unit trying to install new hvacr unit. employee immediately went to the sherwood urgent care and received 6 stitches. the doctor released employee to return to the job, which employee did. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -13105,ee was pushing a length of rubber belting through an opening cut into siding (metal). finger became caught in between metal siding and belt lacerating finger on lt hand. laceration required si x stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13106,"during the repair shift while prying over a roller, the 6 foot long pry bar being used slipped and struck ee in the mouth, chipping his tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13107,cutting beam with track burner. quickly reached to shut off machine as waste steel fell on foot. received bruised left foot. no time loss.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13108,exposure to hot water and lime on front thighs both legs and wrists while cleaning spray tower on #1 kiln.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -13109,"employee was hauling 2 inch plastic pipe tied with a rope approximately 3 feet from the end. pipe was in a bind against side of pettibone, while he was holding pipe with right hand lower than where pipe was tied to keep pipe from springing back toward face or body. knife cut through rope easier than expected and went downward into the right hand requiring 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13110,"employee was loosening a nut at the noodle extruder with a torque multiplier wrench. he was also using a 5' cheater bar. the nut came loose and he hit his finger, mashing it between the bar and the guard rail nearby.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13111,climbing out of loader stepped off last step of ladder and twisted knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13112,operating the bagging equipment. bending forward on the bagging machine to place bags on the spouts and hurt is lower back - burning sensation while doing this job.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13113,employee was handing shells to employee shooting kiln and lime from his hard hat accumulated and blew into his eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -13114,employee had just finished drilling a lifter hole with a jackleg drill and was pulling the drill out of the hole when he felt a pain in his back. this injury was initially reported as a minor injury but persistent symptoms caused the employee to seek medical care on 9/26/12. this was diagnosed as a strain and the employee received a cortisone injection.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13115,"ee was splitting stone with a chisel and 6 lbs hammer. as he swung his hammer toward his chisel, the stone unexpectantly separated causing him to pinch his right index finger between the stone and his hammer handle.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13116,"on 6/16/10 ee was lifting a bearing into a shelf, when he experienced back pain. the er doctor said it was a pulled muscle & told him to take ibuprofen. he worked every scheduled shift until 8/16/10 when he went to his personal doctor. at that time she ordered tests & placed him on restricted duty. he did not return to work until 8/19/10, at which time this event became reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13117,employee was working on conveyer and strained his side. he was pulling on wrench and wrench slipped and hit him on side.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13118,employee stated he was struck by a clay ball in the lower leg. clay balls are hand tossed from scalping screen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13119,"miner was drilling in the 5400 s2 stope with jackleg. miner lost control of jackleg and his finger was pinched between the throttle control and valve body of jack leg. miner received first aide but refused to see a dr. feb 20, 2012 miner did go in to dr. dr evaluation had fracture of third fingers.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13120,employee was replacing the floor board on the flat bed section of the truck and was welding shims underneath the floor of the bed when he got debris in his eye. employee did not seek medical treatment until 11/27/13.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13121,"ee helping to install screen panels, got thumb headged between screen and screen plate.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13122,ee stated he was kneeling down bolting top rock fell out between bolts behind him striking ee onleft heel & top of left foot. went to dr on 7/16/03 went back to dr on 7/17/03 started losing ti me on 7/18/03,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13123,hurt left shoulder while lifting 25 lb bags.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13124,ee was putting a bottle of windex outdoor solution onto a high shelf the holes on the front end of the bottle were not properly plugged by the yellow clip. when he reached up to put away the bottle solution poured out of one of the holes onto his safety glasses and into his right eye. there was no permanent eye damage identified when he was treated.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13125,employee replaced a hydraulic hose on fb-40 stabilizer jack. he alleges that the stabilizer jack set down on his steel toe of his left boot causing a laceration to big toe.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13126,employee was one of two individuals welding at opposite points in primary crusher feed hopper. employee was treated for welder's burns that night after suffering eye pain.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -13127,"employee was sliding a 1'metal plate in place on a 475 michigan loader bucket. the plate slipped and smashed the finger in between, requiring sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13128,pulling miner cable and strained his back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13129,ee was cutting old wear plates out of chute on screen when a piece of slag fell down & burned ahole in his pants & then dropped into his boot &burned the top of his arch & inner ankle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -13130,"wet shot rock plugged up the primary crusher. i was inside of the crusher cleaning out the rock. i picked up a large rock to throw outside, the rock slipped off of the blow bar and fell on my left index finger, cutting it deeply.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13131,"mechanic was opening new boxes of dust collector cages, as he was pulling the cardboard box out from under the cages the back of his hand struck the top band of the cage and cut his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -13132,employee was welding from an awkward working position inside a feed chute. employee took a scheduled break for lunch and when he was returning to the job site he felt a sharp pain in his hip and leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13133,the employee was conducting plant maintenance. the employee was pushing on lever to operate a gate door on screen 1. lever would not move the gate due to debris around the gate. the employee pushed harder on the lever to get the gate to move. the employee felt a sharp pain in the lower back at the time the gate finally moved into the desired position.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13134,was helping load a peice of equipment (bucket) to be took to be repaired.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13135,alleged incident was reported on 4/14/02. the ee stated that he was unsure of an accident & stated he thought it was bursitis. he was being treated for bursitis by his regular physician. a mri performed on 5/30 revealed a rotator cuff tear. surgery was performed on 6/4/02 to correct the condition. he worked regular duties until surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13136,"associate was unreeling welding cutting torches, became hung in reel. he jerked on hoses to release, cutting torch came upward hitting his mouth & chipping left front tooth.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -13137,"while working on a piece of equipment with a socket, the socket slipped off of the bolt head and caused the employee to fall 4 feet to the ground.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Fall to the walkway or working surface -13138,strained lower back while pulling on metal filter housing on ram car.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13139,"the employee was going to pick up one pallet to load into the trash car. when he attempted to lift one pallet, two others were attached also. the employee states that he felt a pain in his abdomen. he went to a family doctor who referred him to a specialist on august 31. this specialist determined that it was in fact a hernia. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13140,"doing maintenance in chute on the bypass gate, weld broke struck right eye lid and cut it.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13141,"worker was torqueing the inside wheel nuts on a cat 77 using a 1"" air wrench. the wrench was not ""seated"" properly on the wheel nut when the air was applied, resulting in it turning & pinching his right thumb against the valve stem guard. the worker required two stitches in order to repair the cut.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13142,"ee was cleaning mud off of belt when tool caught on belt and injured finger, requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13143,"the freight elevator was jammed.ee was trying to get the elevator door unjammed. when the elevator door finally came loose, it shut on his right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13144,"employee was installing bolting supplies onto the walk-through bolter, as he was handling the supplies, he felt pain in his back as the area was narrow in which he was traveling.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -13145,"process operator was using a wrench to loosen bolt, felt a pop in lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13146,employee was stacking rocks on a pallet and smashed his right index finger between two rocks. his finger was bruised and swollen.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13147,cleaning up under crusher pan shoveling screenings into elevator when ee twisted and felt lower back pop. had pain in lower back and down right leg.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13148,"as the employee was putting a screen patch on the top deck finish screen at the secondary plant, the ee looked upward to tighten bolts when stone chips fell & struck his left eye.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13149,un-lugged 80 lb steel rail from ties and was moving it over with a slate bar when he felt pain in his back. he continued to work until 5-25-05.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13150,an oxy acetylene torch backflashed. the employee was burned on the inside of his right forearm.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Flash burns (welding) -13151,"two mechanics were setting sump pump. they thought it was on the grating, but when the come along was released, the pump twisted and caught ee's hand between the pump and grating guard. transferred to slc due to unavailability of orthopedist in elko. seen at er, partial amputation of fingertip, ee released to light duty.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13152,field technician was stemming loaded bore holes with a hand shovel and experienced low back pain. diagnosis is a ruptured disc,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13153,employee was installing a universal joint and pounding with a hammer. he had no symptoms until pupil became enlarged. dr. found piece of metal behind eye. will be removed in two weeks.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13154,employee stated that he was helping the roof bolter operators load supplies on the bolting machine. when he threw a bundle of glue across the scoop he injured his shoulder.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -13155,"employee had just finished blow piping a drill hole when a small rock came out of the crown and struck him on the left forearm, causing a small laceration. the wound required sutures.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -13156,"ee was lifting a bucket of abc with ee's right hand and placed it on a hand truck. ee felt a sharp pain in ee's sternum. this was on friday. on monday, it was not any better, so ee went to the doctor and was diagnosed with a muscle strain and placed on light duty, thus making the incident reportable. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13157,ee was helping a forklift operator put a beam on a man cage when the beam slipped between the forks and smashed his hand resulting in stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13158,"employee was unplugging rocks from a discharge screen on a rock crusher. when the rocks went through, the lid slammed down on his left index finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13159,employee was climbing a ladder out of a density separator when a metal flake fell into left eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13160,employee was cutting a metal plate at primary crusher when fire flew up over his welder helmet &landed in his right eye.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13161,building a hand rail. piece of metal went into left eye; wiped it out & went back to work. on way home eye became painful; he went to doctor who removed a small piece of metal from left eye. he was released to full duty.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13162,ee was using a grinder to cut away a bearing and a metal shaving got in his eye. he was wearing safety glasses at the time of the incident.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -13163,employee was helping unplug a hammer mill. he inserted a steel bar into a clean put door just as the spinner was rocked over. a hammer caught the end of the bar and kicked it causing it to strike the employee in the right side of his face. the resulting injury was a broken jaw.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13164,ee experienced pain in right knee while performing confined space rescue training. ee was placed on work restrictions and instructed to wear a knee brace. (treatment sought at ohs on 8-31-01).,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13165,employee was trying to disconnect ropes on a barge when they felt pain in the right shoulder. the employee continued to work until 3/3/2016 when they went off work to have surgery.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13166,welder was air-arcing on a 793d haul truck bed standing on the ground outside the bed when he noticed his shirt was on fire. another welder in the area was alerted by the shouting and helped put the fire out. burns to employee's back. he was taken to medical facility and released to work.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Contact with hot objects or substances -13167,employee was trying to free a stone from the surge bin with a pry-bar. the pry-bar slipped from the stone sending his momentum toward the machine. his hand got smashed between the machine and pry-bar resulting in an open wound fracture to his pinky finger on his left hand.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13168,"after a long period of shoveling on the ""big unit"" employee noticed a pain in his lower back which eventually spread to his groin area. employee went to doctor on 5/4/2010 where he was placed on restricted duty due to a back sprain. employee was put on restricted duty until next doctor visit.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against a moving object -13169,"employee stated that ee was using the canopy of the longwall shield to lift a relay bar, during the procedure the tip of the shield came in contact with a built set of cribs the tip of the canopy slipped off the cribs and came downward in a spring-type motion which caused the employee to be struck by the bottom side of the shield canopy and the top of the pan line. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13170,picking up a large battery,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13171,"employee, was splicing car cable, using employee's utility knife pulling it towards self instead away from self. employee received three stitches as a result of this accident to index finger on left hand. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13172,employee was working on an excavator tooth and a piece of metal came off a pin and lodged in his left thigh.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -13173,ee was struck in shoulder while lowering supplies to the 4th floor with hoist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,No Value Found -13174,"was roof bolting when the lower drill steel became stuck in the drill pot. while trying to remove the steel from the drill pot, an upper section of the drill steel fell from the bolt hole, striking the employees right hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13175,2/20/09 (friday) was welding and turning i-beam. reported pain in his elbow to supervisor on monday 2/23/09. employee was then sent to medical provider who put him on light duty and anti-inflammatory.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13176,a fully trained miner was unclogging a pump when the head on the pump dislodged and struck ee in the head. the accident was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -13177,cutting a thick piece of rubber with a utility knife and lost ee's grip. knife slipped cutting the underside of ee's forearm,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13178,employee placed their right hand in a pinch point location. employee was replacing a universal joint on a light duty vehicle. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13179,ee was attempting to break a allen head bolt loose on a trunnion roll in the shop. ee was using an allen wrench and when the bolt broke free ee's hand slipped forward and was cut on the housing of the roll resulting in a laceration to the left index finger requiring 4 stitches.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -13180,"two employees were moving the 'o' ring to line it up with the crane hook. when one employee pushed pin into the ring, it pinched the 2nd employee's left pinky finger. after further examination by an orthopedic specialist, the fingernail was removed; consequently, classification of this injury was changed to reportable.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13181,"while applying hand brake during positioning of railroad car, employee felt strain and soreness in lower back area. employee was taken to local urgent care for observation and diagnosed with muscle strain.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13182,auger man was pouring antifreeze in radiator and strained back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13183,employee was loosening mechanism that lowers saw on veneer saw. device failed and lowered quickly causing employees hand to become pinched. as a result the employee got a laceration on ee's left hand that require stitches. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13184,employee was operating a haul truck in the mine near the primary crusher when a coolant line broke causing the cab to fill with fumes and the employee to inhale them.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -13185,lifting 3 pieces of rebar under 40 lbs. back injury may be pre-existing. ee said he felt the same way three years ago after sleeping in a car for 10 hours. he stated he may have twisted it.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13186,injured person was assisting in the removal of a motor shiv on the primary jaw crusher. upon disassembly the shiv fell to the ground pinching his little finger on the left hand between the shi v and the ground.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13187,"the miner was helping replace the lid on top of an acid storage tank. when he put his right knee down on to the top of the tank, he came in contact with acid which burned his knee just below the knee cap.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -13188,"removing hatch from mill. hatch sprung free, pinching employee's right finger.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13189,employee was using pocket knife to cut the wraps. the knife folded cutting ee's finger. the laceration required a stitch to close the wound. ee returned to his regular shift & duties the same day of treatment.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13190,"employee was bricking in a kiln. while driving in shims to tighten the brick up he struck his hand itching it between the shim and the head of the hammer causing a 1"" cut in his hand. supervisor transported him to the er where he received 3 stitches in his hand.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13191,"changing bearing. tail pulley slipped and smashed finger and thumb. index finger was smashed, lost fingernail, had fractured bone and 4 stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13192,employee alleges he suffered back strain while lifting a piece of belt to repair water flume. employee went to doctor on 8/8/03.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13193,"during a trial set up, employee was moving a screen basket when his hand/finger scraped end of two feed lines which cut the top of his index finger requiring stitches.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck against stationary object -13194,employee cut thumb while stripping cable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13195,employee caught left index finger and glove on drill bit. before drill was shut off it twisted his glove and hand around the bit and amputated his index finger at mid-knuckle.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13196,employee was loading a spool of hose into the back of the truck when the spool hit an 8' steel rod and it bounced it up hitting employee in the mouth.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13197,employee was injected with grease in both hands requiring surgical debridement.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13198,trainee was driving a split-set into the rib when the driver broke and the jackleg drill fell against his left knee.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13199,the employee stated ee was placing # 728 mantrip back on the rail at break 99 when ee's pinky and ring finger got pinched between the end of the jack bar and the coal rib causing a laceration. the employee sought medical attention where ee received seven sutures. this incident is being reported at medical only. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13200,employee was lifting piece of concrete into muck tub and pinched tip of right little finger between concrete and edge of tub. injury resulted in laceration and fracture to tip of finger. employee missed one shift on 9-13-04.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13201,employee was cutting a piece of skirt rubber using a utility knife when he slipped and cut through his glove nd into his left index finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13202,"employee was holding the bottom of a steel plate in place for two other employees to repair a chute at phase i, 6'x16' screen to belt#9. the two people holding the plate at the top lost their grip and the plate forced employee's right wrist into the chute frame and twisted. he has a 6 cm fracture to his right radius and has restrictions that do not allow him to work.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13203,"using a grinder without a guard handle or inspection. grinding with a grinder in an upside position. ee had a 6"" disk on a 5"" grinder.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13204,knocking wedge through eyelet. wedge popped out causing eyelet to hit his fingers.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13205,"while cutting wood for a core box, the ee cut his fingers with the saw.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13206,"using compressed air to get bulk cement flowing and when it did, it got into his eyes.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -13207,"adding another tube to end of ventilation tubing at 1e headgate (#4 entry) when the slider, new tube and last tube all fell down. ee grabbed them to try and hold them up and felt pain in right shoulder. no problems with mining method, training, ppe, or compliance issues.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13208,"windy conditions, employee was welding on a frame of a rock truck a piece of metal flew in his eye. he was wearing goggles.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -13209,"employee was using a pocket type knife to cut tie-wraps loose from a heavy equipment fuel line. the knife slipped through tie-wrap & made contact with ee's left arm severing his radial artery. ee had surgery to repair artery & was released to normal duties as a mechanic leadman, no restrictions.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13210,employee opened the air lock door in the roadway on 3 d belt for the grader. it has to be secured with a hanger. the rope hanger on the plate of the rib bolt came loose and the door struck and knocked them down. ee said they felt something pop in left knee. due to events surrounding this injury it has been under investigation and deemed reportable.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by flying object -13211,"the employee was using a pry bar to help un-plug a feeder in the track vault. the bar slipped and he tried catching himself, causing him to wrench his lower back.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion NEC -13212,employee was using a razor knife to cut skirt rubber when he accidentally cut his left wrist.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13213,"ee was lifting tire to mount on truck, when he felt pain in groin area.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13214,the employee was moving some glue sacks (50 pounds each) and suddenly he felt a strong pain in the lower back.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13215,employee was using a pipe to open a waste line quick open valve and got his finger caught between pipe and concrete resulting in a fracture to his distal phalynx on right third finger.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13216,ee strained his back while removing debris from the kiln. pieces of quad foil that had broken off from the main structure were lifted into wheel barrows and transported to the kiln entrance. it is believed the injury occurred tossing pieces of this material over the discharge dam. medical treatment started on 1/11/13 - rx med / restricted duty,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13217,"while replacing a conveyor belt, conveyor slipped off block landing on ee's left foot.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by falling object -13218,"employee was hooking up air impact into airline. the employee used a wrench to tap on the air line to clear out brine, stated that he was trying to get debris to come out of the fitting before hooking up impact wrench. he tapped on rubber grommet to loosen material.. valve was in the off position when it broke. employee closed a blocking valve upstream to isolate air.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13219,"ee was trying to close a compressed air valve with a 12' scaling bar. the employee lost grip on the bar and it slipped out of employee's hands, striking employee in the face causing a fractured tooth. ",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13220,"the power had been off. once the ac power was restored, ee was trying to bend roof bolt against roof, as resin had already set up. he was using his wrench to bend bolt by increasing pressure on his drill head. as pressure on drill head increased, wrench slipped out of hand and struck ee on the face.",HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13221,strained left forearm while packing.,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13222,employee failed to remove winch handle from winch prior to releasing cable. employee was stuck with handle and arm was cut. ,HANDLING OF MATERIALS,Struck by... NEC -13223,"in snow and foggy weather conditions, facility van topped hill and saw 2 other vehicles that had slid into embankment. in trying to avoid accident. it slid and came to rest against other vehic les.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13224,"employee was rolling up window on haul truck when ee felt a pop in shoulder. ee requested an ice pack, then later requested further medical attention. ee was taken to the er, given restrictions, and referred to a specialist. currently ongoing.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13225,"ee, shuttle car operator was loading supplies onto the left roof bolter that was sitting in the #3 entry. the #1 scoop the he was unloading supplies from was sitting between #3 and #4 entries with the scoop bucket on the mine floor. the #2 scoop, operated by section foreman was clearing the ribs in the crosscut and backed into the #1 scoop, bucket struck ee in right ankle.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13226,ee was rock dusting with a scoop and bucket duster when he hit a sand jack causing it to fall and hit him in the torso. the injury required two stitches.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13227,"was tramming from reclamation site of work on another company permit when he turned abruptly and lost control. went into creek, bumping his head causing a bump on his head.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13228,ee was driving the ingersoll rand fork truck beside the plant bypass conveyer. the machine's tire struck a rock in a pothole in the roadway. this caused the machine to bounce. the ee experienced pain in his back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13229,employee was cleaning up material spillage from under feed hopper. he glove got caught on conveyor belt roller. his left hand/forearm was pulled into and caught between conveyor belt and roller causing fracture and contusion to left forearm.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13230,employee stated that he ran over a rock while operating a shuttle car causing him to feel pain in his back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13231,"employee standing near conveyor belt,rock bounce off and hit employee in eye.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13232,the employee was in the man basket and had just turned off an air line valve and locked it out. they went to the next location to check for any stored energy in the air line and when the basket was lowered to the ground the employee's hand was caught in-between the man basket and the forklift backlash guard. ,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13233,a non-employee entered specialty minerals' property and proceeded to the quarry area. the individual committed suicide by driving his 1998 gmc truck over the edge of the quarry. the vechicle fell approximately 300 feet to the floor of the quarry. the massachusetts state police investigated the incident and confirmed that the individual committed suicide.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13234,employee was riding out in a man trip when man trip hit a hole in travel way causing employee to be bounced around in compartment. cause of injury was an undetected hole in travel way. incident did not involve any aspect of compliance with rules and regulations & ppe. mine equipment involved & miner proficiency may be a factor. started to miss work 2-9-16. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13235,"employee reached through the guard on return conveyor to remove rocks. belt was not moving. belt was jogged. resulting injury was lacerations to the right arm. after x-rays, arm was found to be broken also.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13236,"cat 777 haul truck was going up the ramp to the dump site, the truck started backwards made a turn and landed on its side. the driver said he could not remember what happened, it is probable that he dozed off, he did not attempt to hit the brakes for 75'. driver had a few scrapes on his left arm, he was treated at the er and released to full duty with no restrictions.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13237,ee was operating a d-11 tractor pushing shot material across the pit in front of the dragline. he stated that by the end of the shift his back was hurting him. he also stated that at one point the tractor jolted and he felt pain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13238,"employee got too close to berm on right side striking berm, losing control & crossing road striking left berm before regaining control of rock truck. hit right arm on glass causing laceration. he bruised hip on seat frame. employee told company official & foreman he was driving too fast. employee tested positive on drug test.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13239,the injured employee was operating a 4 wheeled battery ride when he started through a check curtain. the curtain caught a bundle of plastic pogo sticks (tied together) and forced the end of the bundle onto the injured employees leg at the same time becoming lodged against the top. the result was a fracture of the lower leg.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13240,co worker raised bed of 777 haul truck smashing finger between bed and hoist cylinder.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13241,"a miner was fatally injured when the supply car on which they were sitting was struck by a locomotive, causing them to fall where they were crushed between the coupler and deck of the supply car.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13242,"while conducting a time study, the employee's chevy was struck by a 730e komatsu rock truck. the suburban he was in came to rest on its top with the rock truck on top of it. extraction took approximately 1 hour. employee was treated and released from caml gen div. and returned to work on his next scheduled shift.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13243,ee states he injured his back while operating a fork truck or picking up a 50 lb bag of salt. ee was seen by a physician on 3/27/06 & had x-rays. ee was instructed to remain off work until x-rays read. physician was away from the office through 3/30/06. diagnosed with siatica & ee instructed to remain off work and follow up visit on 4/10/06.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13244,"the driver backed up to dump at the dump site, he lifted the bed to dump and the berm gave way and truck went over the berm backwards, when the driver was removed from the cab he complained of back pain. ems transported miner to the hospital.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13245,"operator of wa500 loader ran over a rock that was under water. the operator was jolted. rock size approximately 12"" or under.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13246,employee was attempting to remove stone buildup from under shaft kiln carriage counter weight. he climbed over a guard into restricted area where the weight was located only inches over his he ad. the weight made its scheduled descent and ee was trapped under it.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13247,employee hit a bump on forklift and jammed neck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13248,employee was standing on a conveyer restacking a pallet when he started up causing his foot to get caught between two conveyers. the employee left ankle was injured and he was immediately taken for medical treatment.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -13249,"ee was cleaning #7 heading & stoved up his neck & shoulder on the left side against the top. #7 heading is 39"" high.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13250,repetitive motion of running loader.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13251,"employee was walking up toward face #2 near corner of 2 right, one cut inby spad #170. the shuttle car was in face of no. 2. the shuttle car started to take up cable as employee straddled the cable and the cable struck him on the inside of his right leg just above the ankle.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13252,he was walking up to the continuous miner when a piece of rock bounced off of the front mobile bridge hopper & struck his left leg. he continued to work & began missing on 4/04/06.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13253,ee drove scraper too close to edge of pile which caused it to slide down angle of repose for about 60 feet then roll completely over and land upright. the supervisor witnessed the event. the operator who was belted in was taken to the hospital for a full set of diagnostics and was released at about 10:30 with no suspected problems. he has not missed any work.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13254,ee claims lower back pain from 5-10-12 - 5-29-12 when he finally reported to supervisor states back became sore from turning in loader to look back and rough roads along with defective seat.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13255,"employee was dumping a load of refuge, using a cat. swivel truck, when his load shifted and the cab of the truck turned over hitting his head against the window. seat belts were in use.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13256,lime dust flew up from a front loader causing a thermal burn on neck and left hand,HAULAGE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -13257,"the maintenance crew was moving and placing a piece of hdpe pipe. in the process of setting the pipe, which had apparently caught on something, the pipe released, which catapulted the pipe into the employee, striking employee in the chest and pinning employee against a conveyor frame. employee was diagnosed with fractured left clavicle/shoulder. ",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13258,"loader caught solid rock on right side jerking operator, resulting in sprained neck.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13259,employee was caught between the ramcar and continuous miner.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -13260,"while installing a metal collection box via use of a forklift to position in place and a ratchet strap being used to align bolt holes, employee placed hand on flange of metal box to brace self while releasing the ratchet strap. as the collection box made contact with the existing structure, the employees index finger became caught between the bolt flanges causing injury.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13261,"while tramming scoop, employee jammed head against the mine roof. ee was examined by a dr. & released for light duty work. pain persisted so ee will be off work.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13262,a privately owned vehicle traveling east bound on public highway (fm 696) lost control and crashed through the fence onto mine property. the victim was ejected from vehicle and died at the scene. the victim was not a miner and did not work for luminant mining.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13263,a haul truck was traveling empty from the pit. it struck the berm on the pit edge with its left front tire. skid marks indicated the truck slid about 4' as a result. the truck then traveled about 200' before stopping half way up the berm. the driver was taken to the hospital with visible head injuries. initial investigation presumed he fell asleep and was not wearing his seat belt.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13264,"employee was in a mantrip when it hit a pothole, causing employee to be thrown from his seat onto the floor of the mantrip, injuring his back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13265,"ee was operating a 272 cat skid loader to remove snow from customer scales and contacted hard hat on the inside of the cab, resulting in the hard hat contacting above left eye. this caused a laceration requiring stitches. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13266,employee 1 was operating a forklift to move a crusher liner. the liner shifted pinching the foot of employee 2.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13267,"a large rock turned in the pan line, several feet of the rock was sticking out over the hand rail. as it went down the face it struck employee picking him up for 10-15 ft before he fell on his side landing on the shield toes, he went to thee.r. diagnosed with 2 fractured ribs.",HAULAGE,Fall onto or against objects -13268,driving a haul truck when she hit a pit hole causing the truck to bounce.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13269,"while watering the roads u/g, ee hit a rough part of the road and jarred his back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13270,"no miners involved. early morning on 7/21/2011 private vehicle driving on private roads swerved off road, ran through 3 fences and into mine property. vehicle hit berm at edge of pond. both driver and passenger were taken from scene by ambulance. before mine opened for the day. was immediately reported to msha.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13271,"injured employee was riding in r35 truck from quarry to plant for lunch. truck operator parked truck, set parking brake. injured exited cab and proceeded on catwalk to ladder of truck. when op erator took foot off brake, truck lurched forward, causing injured to lose balance and fall approx. 7' to ground. injured stated he should have waited for truck to be safely stopped.",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -13272,"ee was operating a mantrip, traveling to 5 headgate. motorman and a flat carwere coming out of 5 headgate. neither were aware of each other on the track, resulting in a collision. ee sustained a broken ankle.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13273,"employee stated he was tramming the #4 mbc into the face of #1 heading- there was a rock in the entry that the mbc trammed upon- therefore causing the dock to raise- bumped his head against th e top and back of his head against the deck, cutting the back of his head below his hard hat.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13274,"ee was working along #12 belt at 94 block, rock dusting belt line. as he was walking and moving hose side to side, end of hose was caught by top roller jerking right forearm and left hand between roller and belt before he could release grip. ruptured tendon left middle finger",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13275,"contractor was operating scraper. while loading, the operator realized the slope was getting steep. ee turned out of the cut downhill. the (r)front tire slipped downhill and the (l)front tire came off the ground. the cab of the truck flipped over. ee turned the ignition off and was able to crawl out of the cab through the door. operator was wearing the seatbelt and had no injuries.",HAULAGE,"Accident type, without injuries" -13276,employee was involved in the removal of track rails on 11j longwall section. a cable was connected from a mantrip to the track rails with a clevis. while pulling the rails with the mantrip the clevis came loose and became a projectile. the employee was struck in lower left leg by the clevis causing fractures to the leg.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13277,"employee was operating a fork truck on an incline and lost control, striking a berm on the offside and overturning in the roadway. he was wearing a seatbelt and task training had been provided.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13278,"while cleaning off the screen deck the laborer placed his left hand on the catwalk step to brace himself, when a rock rolled off the belt and struck his left hand. ee was terminated due to fact he never called into work or came back to light duty work.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13279,employee was cleaning coal with a small loader and the coal in the pit broke causing the small loader to land on its side.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13280,"ee was commuting home on his motorcycle, he was with his job, when he was hit by another contractor on site who was driving a truck; that contractor is responsible for the accident and injury to ee.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13281,ee indicates that the seat in the loader was getting bad and resulted in gradual on set of back pain. ee reported injury on the 13th and quit on the 14th.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13282,employee was operating a 230 cat hauler and ran out of the road into the ditch.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13283,"ee was operating shuttle car going back to miner when he went through some water and hit a hole. this threw ee's body into top. ee's left side and head, bottom of neck has pain down through his back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13284,"while operating a bd270 ton coal truck ee was making the circle to position under the shovel and crossed over a blade window, jarring the operator which caused the back pain. dr prescribed res tricted duty for short time, along with some physcial therapy.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13285,"ee was operating the #4 shuttle car. he was pulling off the feeder, one break inby the power center at spad #8316. ee hit a pothole causing him to bounce up off his seat. when he came back dow n his tailbone struck the frame of the seat. ee was diagnosed with a contusion to the tailbone.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13286,"employee was loading a 773 haul truck with the 988k cat. loader. while loading ore into the truck, a rock slid over the back of the bucket down the arms and into the cab crushing the dash into the operator's ankle.",HAULAGE,Struck by rolling or sliding object -13287,"ee was installing angle iron support for scaffolding. ee states genie moved about 2 ft pinching his finger. isi shut down manlift, tagged out & called h & e equipment to come & check out the machine. upon investigation of the accident & a complete safety inspection of manlift, it appears to be the operators error.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13288,"the employee was lapping up old belt, when the belt lapper that the employee was using slipped off of the belt hitting employee in the groin",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13289,"ee driving 773 b cat haul truck with window down, and felt something go into his left eye. he left work went to dr. flushed out foreign body prescribed eye drops.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13290,employee was operating a haul truck in adverse weather conditions (extreme freeze/thaw) that caused the haul roads to become rougher than normal. the employee experienced lower back pain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13291,the ee jammed his neck when a scoop he was operating slipped off blocking and bounced his head against the roof of the scoop canopy.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13292,a fully trained miner was injured when the d565 mantrip derailed at 144 crosscut on #4 track. the mantrip hit a piece of chain causing the derailment. the injury was not a result of any compliance issues nor did it involve any protective devices.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13293,"accident report 5/23/01. loader was pushing truck in loose sand & gravel, bucket slipped off ap ron on back of truck striking frame and causing sudden movement. operator's head hit back of gla ss of truck.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13294,member stood and exited the cab of 992d caterpillar loader and experienced strained back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13295,"miner was operating coal loader when the bucket struck a rock, jolting him. operator stated that he felt something in his stomach ""pop"".",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13296,"loader operator was hauling fill stone to stockpile area. he said he was driving too fast down a small incline which upset the balance of the loader. he tensed up on the steering wheel and acc identally shifted the loader into reverse. he was trown against the steering wheel and then back in the seat at an akward angle, thus straining his back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13297,"employee hit a windrow of gob with his right knee, causing a strain.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13298,"a fire occurred on the front end loader. the operator (victim) was dumping a bucket of refuse rock on a stockpile. a nearby truck driver noticed an oil leak on the loader and radioed the victim to shut down. the victim dumped the loaded bucket, backed up and drove the loader forward. the loader burst into flames. fire was located between operator's cab and engine compartment.",HAULAGE,Contact with hot objects or substances -13299,ee was cleaning #3 roadway with scoop cut his head on back of scoop deck in low top.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13300,injured was bounced in the operator's deck of a scoop.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13301,as an employee was getting out of a parked piece of equipment it started rolling backwards down a small incline hitting an employee on left side knocking employee down before the other employee could stop the piece of equipment. ,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13302,ee was operating a walk-behind skid steer and was pulling backwards to be able to use the bucket to scoop up another load of material off the floor when ee's left shoulder made contact with a steel i-beam causing arm to jolt forward into the equipment controls injuring the wrist.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13303,ee was a passenger on a 13-ton locomotive. as the vihicle was moving she reached up to adjust windshield. she struck her head against mine roof.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13304,new quarry haul truck driver reported sore right knee after training on 55 ton haul truck for one week. physician diagnosed inflammation of knee. he was put on modified duty until his knee fee ls better.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13305,ee started his hisft at 1:30 pm. he proceeded up two hy-pass was heading towards the quarry. traveling up a quarter of the wad the 50 ton f truck cat 31-071 suddenly swored the beam pushing t he hear down the slope. the cab of the truck landed approx. 20 ft off two here.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13306,truck operator traveled over an area that had been spot watered on a 3% grade. the truck slid sideways and then contacted a dry area of road. the right front tire deflated and the truck rolled over onto it's right side. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13307,"employee was taking a return dust sample from the return dust screw area. he took the sample from the dust relief port, not the sampling port. his 2nd and 3rd fingers on his right hand were amputated.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13308,"operating a frontend loader, ran over a bump in the road causing the loader to bounce resulting in a strain to his back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13309,the driver just finished off loading his 1st load of blasting agant at the blast pattern & was getting the truck ready to travel to the batch site to re-load. he had removed the funnel from the end of the discharge auger & moved the auger into the saddle it rides in while driving & had picked up the funnel to place it in carrying mount when the auger came out and hit him.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13310,"employee was operating the skidsteer cleaning out material from under the belts at the crushing plant. he had a bucket load of fill raised it too high. the skidsteer rocked back. he dropped th e bucket down, thus causing whiplash.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13311,employee was running a bobcat and there was some cables hanging down in front of him and he tried to raise them up with his left hand and mashed his left hand between the bobcat and roof above him. we took him to the hospital and he had 2 pins put in his left hand.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13312,ee has been diagnosed with possible synovitis of his left knee. synovitis is an inflamation of the joint which was aggravated by the operation of the loader.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13313,"employee was driving frk-21b down main south, hit a rock in road, twisting steering wheel and twisting left wrist. ee did not miss any work but was put on restricted duty.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13314,miner was attempting to re-attach a blower guard in the loader. ee's finger got too close to the blower fan and was cut by the fan blade.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13315,ee was shoveling at #16 conveyor tail pulley and a rock from the overhead location fell and struck him behind the right ear.ee received 3 sutures.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13316,"while checking chutes in overland crusher building, a baseball sized rock bounced out hitting employee in the nose.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13317,he was riding down belt line (#4 entry) with co-worker and had his head up too high and caught it in the top.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13318,"employee was driving mantrip, hit rock in roadway, steering wheel came out of hand.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13319,"while operating a shuttle car, machine operator ran over a rock in the roadway on return trip to the continuous miner resulting in a sprain/strain to back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13320,employee drives a loader. he started complaining of pain going from lower back down his right leg. he did not go to doctor until 7-22-04. diagnosis siatica - recurring from old injury.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13321,injured employee was in a scoop being pushed out of the roadway when his bucket slipped off the other scoop bumper resulting in a back injury from the impact of the scoop falling.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13322,injured party was talking to bobcat operator & the operator moved the machine before the person was clear. the rt. fork of the machine hit his rt. leg. operator error.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13323,"employee was operating #24909 789 haul truck. as the loader began to dump the first bucket, employee stated that he was jarred when a rock and material struck the truck bed. employee stated that he felt pain in his neck, back, and legs. he was transported to cmac where he was diagnosed with a neck/back strain.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13324,"while operating a komatsu 730e rock truck, an employee left the haulroad striking the time study on the right side. the rock truck came to rest on top of the time study vehicle. this vehicle was parked 223' from the haulroad. employee was terminated due to not adhearing to company policy.",HAULAGE,"Unclassified, insufficient data" -13325,"while reinstalling fuel tank, employee inadvertently placed hand on forklift fork supporting tank. forklift operator shifted forks for positioning and pinched employee's right finger between tank and fork",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13326,truck backed into beam & employee bumped his head on window.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13327,"employee was operating a scoop loaded with a lw shield. ee lowered the bill but failed to release the winch. this caused the shield tip to raise. the shield tip caught the scoop canopy, caused it to raise and slide off the side of the scoop. the light caught the employee's hardhat forcing their head down and backwards. no compliance, ppe or protective device issues.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13328,the employee was shoveling the #3 head drive when his shovel became hung in the belt splice and he allegedly twisted his back.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13329,scoop door became dislodged from scoop and hit mine floor. the door then hit operator in right side of hard hat. scoop operator was taken to surface and transported to raleigh general hospital and diagnosed with a concussion.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13330,cleaning gobbed or choked up on shuttle belt with scaling bar - prying belt to remove stone - belt moved pushing scaling bar into shuttle belt - conveyor steel.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13331,ee was re-railing a track personnel carrier by pulling it with a second vehicle. a power cable hung on the mine rib was looped down and came incontact with his right forearm aggrevating a pre vious injury which he experienced off the job 2 months earlier.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13332,employee was moving forklift away from foundation of building when he backed away his heel of his left foot got caught on wall of building and sprained his foot.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13333,"the conditions contributing to this accident are unknown at this time. the weather, road condition, and equipment failure is not of suspect as of this date. the miner lost his life",HAULAGE,Drowning -13334,"employee was operating a 40 ton articulating truck moving overburden before the dragline begins. as employee entered the dump area, the front wheel went into soft ground or a rut, causing the employee's upper body to sway in the seat. the employee felt a pop in employee's neck. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13335,ee was tramming scoop on section between #2 and #3 entry when operator's light cord caught a roof bolt plate jerking his head into the canopy of the 488 scoop.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13336,ee was on a shuttle car and pulled into a crosscut not fully getting out the way and was hit by another shuttle car. this has now became a loss time claim,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13337,"employee was operating a 4 yd mucker, mu452, on the 38w level & was found fatally injured. investigation is currently in progress.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13338,ee was operating a loaded haul truck when he hit a pot hole in the road.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13339,"employee was operating a supply motor attempting to pull a derailed supply car back onto the tracks. the chain attached to the supply motor and supply car broke, flew back into the operator's compartment striking his forehead causing a laceration requiring several stiches to close.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13340,operator twisted around in the seat to look behind him and felt a pain in his lower back radiating all the way down his left leg.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13341,"employee was in the process of taking a load up to refuse area to dump. in that process employee stated, hit a rut/hole in the road measuring 4'long x 3' wide x 2' in depth, causing jarring to right shoulder on the arm rest. employee later sought medical attention and was placed on restricted duty. this incident is being reported as restricted duty.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13342,"portal van pulled in front of a 190 euclid rock truck. rock truck pulled into van, crushing the van. it was dark at the time of the accident.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13343,operator was tramming scoop to out side made turn off and slid down on rubber stop and mashed hand (left) between rubber stop and frame of scoop.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13344,"ee states back pain caused by operating end loader in a stockpile/yard application. deemed work related after ee's return to work, by insurance carrier.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13345,"employee was backing up loader from the muck pile and the left rear tire of the loader stood up a blasted rebar bolt which contacted the employee on the back side of right leg near the knee causing a contusion. seen by site medic, referred to er were restrictions were issued.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13346,employee was travelling through the air lock doors in main e. while travelling through doors his left shoulder struck the piece of steel on top of the door. when this happened it crushed him down onto the floor of jeep. his right shoulder took the force of the impact.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13347,employee reporting pain in lower back and right leg began in july and got progressively worse. he operates a loader in a waste storage area with uneven digging conditions.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13348,"employee was driving an eimco m3 shield hauler up the fault when the right rear tire behind the driver's compartment blew, causing the machine to drop to the ground and jarring the employee's lower back. operator's seat was an air ride seat, which appeared to be working. employee was wearing his seat belt. employee sustained injury to lower back. he has pre-existing back condition.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13349,"while steering & shifting loader, employee experienced sharp pain in left shoulder.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13350,"ee was pushing a coal scoop upin an incline witha ramcar. a loose clevis was on either the scoop or the ramcar so when the two pieces of equipment came together, the clevis flew up, striking e mployee.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13351,"three employees riding in kubota traveling to portal entry, kubota popped out of gear, brake failure, driver steered kubota into berm to stop.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13352,"ee was picking rock & shale out of the coal, & a piece came up the conveyor belt & hit his elbow causing swelling.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13353,"employee was trying to take the mudflaps off back of trailer, the driver of the trailer started to back up & it caught his rt. hand between flaps, hanger tires and landing gear. thus resulting in 3 smashed fingers, which were just bruised & not broken.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13354,employee was doing clean up at the 1045 conveyor belt next to and around the tail pulley area. she was using a wheel barrow to transport muck to an area where it could be dumped. when she was dumping the wheel barrow it twisted to the left and the handle of the wheel-barrow struck her on the left knee.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13355,ee was inside plant working & placed left hand on hanger frame & backguard f/forklift frame caught tip of middle finger pinching it severely. it was a severe break of tip of bone of finger as xray showed. ee had surgery on 8/5/21 and has been released by doctor to return to work on 8/10/21,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13356,employee was working in a scissor lift in a manbasket. he leaned over the edge of the basket andaccidently hit the elevation switch. it caused him to be elevated and pinned him between the lif t basket and a piece of angle iron braced above him.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13357,"employee operating hi-vac for routine housekeeping, struck a structural cross beam with the hose, causing settled lime dust to fall down and make contact with employees eye which caused irritation.",HAULAGE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -13358,ee stated that while his hauler was being loaded with shot material dirt off a spoil bank broke loose and fell down against the hauler causing it to bounce the ee around inside the cab. this resulted in a whiplash type of injury to the ee neck/shoulder area.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13359,ee jammed wrist and thumb down shifting truck.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13360,"ee was assisting a driver in locating a popping noise they heard. ee told driver to raise & lower the bed, as ee bent over to look & listen ee inadvertently placed fingers on the lip at the bottom of the hoist cylinder as it was being lowered. ee's fingers were caught between cylinder and lip causing avulsions to each fingers from tip to nail bed. soft tissue damage only to tips.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13361,"ee states that when dumping the coal hopper one wheel caught on a rock causing the dumpster to spin, which in turn caused pain in my right shoulder. ee did not seek medical attention until 6/15/07.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13362,employee states drove over something in road causing him to strike head on top of ram car canopy. employee was off with medical issues i didn't know he was off concerning the report he filed in june of 2013. had surgery in dec. 2013 concerning neck injury!,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13363,"employee was putting a piece of wood under the tailpiece when the minitrac fork slipped and hit his left arm. when he got hit with the minitrac fork, he fell back and bruised his right hand.",HAULAGE,Fall onto or against objects -13364,employee states he had right foot run over while working near bucket truck. placed on restricted duty on 1/17/02.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13365,the driver backed up in stockpile to dump coal and turned over.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13366,"777 haul truck operator was jarred around in the cab due to excavator loading the ht made contact with headache rack. employee was checked and released to full duty. 5/1 employee reported symptoms what was thought to be a personal medical. on 5/11 ee received restrictions may be linked to 4/26. employee has been referred to a neurologist, results are forthcoming.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13367,team member was operating loader in the sand yard. team member turned on the ac and a foreign object flew out of the ac vent and into right eye.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13368,"the man was backing up his car, and ran over a piece of rock on the roadway. the back of his car raised up, and the man hit his head on the mine roof, jamming his neck. the roadway was 44 to 48 inches high.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13369,injured was operating scoop when he ran over rock causing injured to hit back and hip against scsr.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13370,"ee's haul truck was being loaded. a large boulder was placed in the bed of the truck, causing the ee to be jostled in the cab. ee reported to ee's supervisor, was seen by the emts and refused treatment. on february 18 ee sought treatment with a chiropractor and filed a wc claim. investigation completed and claim was accepted 03/28/19. reporting for medical treatment.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13371,"employee was using a ""manlift"" to get to the c-9 conveyor. his hand was outside of the cage area. his pinky finger got caught between the manlift and the conveyor crushing it.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13372,"moving a pallet with a walk behind forklift, was backing up and bumped into a table",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13373,ee was operating a jitney railrunner when he failed to slow down at the old 4 spur switch which was being used a derail. he recked and caused impack to his tailbone. he completed his shift and went to dr on the 18th.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13374,employee stated: was pulling piece of belt down a hill with supply scoop. when he went down the hill the second time the brakes went out on the scoop so he lowered bucket and lodged bucket int o rile to stop.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13375,"scoop was pulling miner cable slack. while pulling the cable, it started to get close to the scoop tires, the miner operator tried to pull it back away from the tires when part of his hand was ran over, dislocating his little finger.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13376,employee was driving underground transportation through a set of metal doors when the doors proceeded to swing shut which came into contact with ee's middle finger that was resting on the framework of the transportation this causing the laceration.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13377,"ee was operating #2 shuttle car when the wheel unit bolts broke off letting the shuttle car hit bottom, injuring the right side of his back. he did not miss work or report problems until 4/30.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13378,"employee was trying to hold curtain out of the way so he could see to scoop area and caught his fingers between the canopy and a damaged roof bolt, injurying his ring finger and amputating his little finger.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13379,employee was crowding water out of pit #2 when ee hit a ledge with the bucket and it threw ee forward into the idler arm of the case sr 270 ee was operating hitting ee between the nose and mouth. employee was not wearing the seat belt at that time ee was also leaned forward in the seat to better watch the bucket.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13380,"blocking jumbo track of panline being loaded on a flat truck with a kalamar fork lift and it slipped off forks, fell and struck his left hand. his left index finger was fractured and lacerated. the lacerations required four sutures to the left index finger and ten sutures to the left middle finger. no time was lost due to the injury.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13381,was unloading supplies on the coal haul section track when the scoop car ran over a track rail causing it to spring up striking employee's right foot.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13382,employee was scooping #4 hdg. and curtain fell down. reached up to get curtain and finger got between canopy and roof. cutting off end of finger.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13383,ee was operating mantrip when front wheel of mantrip caught a rutt jerking steering wheel out of hand and hit back side of hand causing a knot on back of right hand.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13384,operating haul truck at asphalt plant hit upper arm/shoulder against door.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13385,"ee was loading in shot hit a rock, loader stopped suddenly jamming left wrist into the controls. ee was examined by fit for work therapist was treated with ice, bandage wrap, exercises. checked several days over week. ee stated still had some pain. sent ee to clinic on 5/3. ee returned on 5/4, restricted no manual transmission. moved ee to operate plant, hand/wrist not used.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13386,"ee was operating the komatsu loader in the quarry. he had picked up a large boulder in the bucket which was too heavy for the loader to lift. the loader tipped forward and although he had his seatbelt on, his left knee was forced into the steering column, causing a deep bruise near the kneecap. the dr. examine the knee on june 7th, and recommended several days off along with anti-i",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13387,ip works a rail load out operator. ip stated while walking ee's srl stopped ee causing pain in ee's right shoulder. ,HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13388,employee was traveling on travelway when the mantrip hit a bump and employee struck his head against a roof bolt resulting in a laceration. employee was seen by good samaritan hospital and was ordered to remain off work for an uncertain period of time.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13389,employee was attempting to clean the mud off the conveyor take up pulley by using a 4 foot steel bar. the bar was caught by the pulley pinching employee's left hand between the bar and edge of the catwalk.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13390,while operating a front-end loader he was hauling a large rock. the rock fell out of the bucket and caused the machine to bounce and he hit his head on the door frame causing a laceration to his head. he received 7 staples in his head.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13391,ee steered too close to rib on drivers side of shuttle car. his reaction was to hit the brakes & put his lt hand out to the rib. the forward motion of the shuttle car pulled his arm behind him causing a strain to lt shoulder. shuttle car stopped without making contact with rib. ee's hand only touched the rib.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13392,"a contract employee (j & h enterprises - i.d. # d671) was operating a mack coal hauler on the plant haul road when he lost control of the truck, struck a berm, and flipped the truck over onto the roadway. he suffered lacerations to the head and a concussion. the driver missed the next working day and returned to work on monday september 26th.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13393,"around two weeks prior to june 1, 2007, ee claims to have suffered a lower back strain from the jerking of the body in a sitting position while operating a defective loader over a period of time. allegedly the controls to operate the bucket is defective thus causing more constant use of throttles and pedals. employee reported injury on june 12, 2007.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13394,ee has pins in one of his discs in his lower back. the pins are working loose due to the operation of the track-hoe. late notice due to ee turned it in on his insurance then decided workman's comp.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13395,"employee was traveling on a battery powered railrunner, drop his cap light, raised up and struck two guarded high voltage cables that crossed the track with his head.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13396,employee injured right hand and arm after making contact with a moving conveyor return roller.,HAULAGE,Rubbed or abraded -13397,employee driving mine tractor turned into vehicle passing him. following day employee complained about discomfort in shoulder and lower back. employee examined by dr and given non-prescription medication. employee returned to full duty with recomendation to avoid any heavy lifting for a week. *possible over-reporting (rtw with 5 days restricted)*,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13398,"injured was hauling a load of coal from job 2a had rounded a curve on a slight down grade and lost control of the truck. he jumped from the truck and sustained broken bones, bruises and lacera tions.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13399,"while running ram car, ran over rock and jarred his back. he also hit his head on canopy.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13400,"employee was backing the hauler out of a cross cut and had right hand resting on the side of the hauler. when employee steered the hauler, employee's little finger was caught between a guard and the steer stop that was mounted near the center section of the hauler. employee finger had laceration that required stitches.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13401,the injured was operating a trackmobile that was pushing empty bentonite cars. her partner moved switch to wron track and ran into loaded bentonite cars.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13402,"employee was backing truck on stock pile to dump, positioned truck at an angle, upon lifting bed the truck tipped and landed on driver side.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13403,"driver stated that the transmission jumped out of 3rd gear, he lost control. truck turned over onto driver's side.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13404,"coworker was backing up f-350 pickup with camper to load anfo bags from trailer. ee was guiding the driver with a flashlight. as the driver was backing up, ee motioned with his flashlight to stop. the driver kept on backing up, pinning ee for a second between the camper door of the f-350 and the trailer. when the driver heard ee, he immediately pulled forward.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13405,"while returning to pit with empty coal hauler, employee ran into back of a scraper that was waiting for a loaded coal hauler to pass before turning off main haul road. due to adverse weather conditions (rain, mud) the scraper's tail and can lights were not visible.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13406,"ee stated that while tramming the scoop up the entry, he ran over an unseen piece of belt structure in the mud. the structure flipped up and hit him on the right cheek.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13407,"ee was operating haul truck, he reached down to pick up a sweater that was next to the buddy seat. the truck has an air conditioning unit under the seat, his hand went into the hole where the fan is located cutting the 3rd finger (ring finger) on his right hand. he was taken to the hospital, this cut required 5 stitches.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13408,ee was tramming shuttle car and bottomed out in a hole injuring his back - went to hospital after work - diagnosed with bruised spine and pulled muscles.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13409,"as employee scraped the floor of the quarry with the loader, the bucket dug deep into the floor resulting in the loader stopping suddenly and he struck the windshield.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13410,"employee was returning to tyrone from chino in the s1 and was rear ended at the corner of hudson and broadway, causing a cervical strain. employee was taken to the hospital and given prescriptions for pain and release to work on 4/6/06.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13411,"in employee parking lot, employee thought personal vehicle was out of gear, turned the key, it lunged backwards, striking the vehicle to the right. injured employee was leaning against the rear of the vehicle on the right, waiting for carpool, was struck by parked car, causing back pain.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13412,"employee was using hard control settings to move main pump out of o&k shovel, ee was caught in machinery between the lifting boom and front bed of truck. employee was air lifted to conenaugh hospital.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13413,the employee stated that he was sitting in the deck of a locomotive when the safety chain hook caught his finger between the frame of the locomotive and the hook and avulsed his little finger.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13414,"employee was driving a coal hauler. he turned on the cab heater, became drowsy, fell alseep, and allowed the truck to veer and strike the berm along the road.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13415,tried to use foot to hold back curtain.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13416,employee was operating a haul truck when he states that he was loaded with boulders that jarred the truck causing discomfort to his back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13417,"while being loaded operator was severly jarred, restaining, a neck injury.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13418,"while operating a haul truck, employee strained his right shoulder and is currently on restricted duty. this incident is being reported within 10 days of the employee seeking medical attention.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13419,employee was assisting shuttle car operator move his anchor. employee started the s/c. the anchor and cable took. the end of the anchor turned striking injured in the left hand and left ring finger.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13420,employee states while traveling back to the cont. miner to get a load of coal on #1 unit and between entries 6 and 7 drove over a large rock causing them to bounce into the canopy hurting their upper back. employee worked the next shift and went to doctor and is now off until next appointment.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13421,employee struck the rib with the scoop he was operating. employee's head struck scoop canopy.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13422,"as the mantrip started underground and traveled approx 50' into the slope when it struck the left side of the slope, victim sustained soft tissue injury to the left knee.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13423,ee working ot shift leaving early is believed to have blacked out because of a previously un-diagnosed medical condition. ee driving tomcar solo and struck unattended lube wagon. collision resulted in fracture r tibia,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13424,water truck was traveling down e ramp when lost brakes operator tried to berm it on l side of the road to stop it. when truck struck l berm ir swerved to the r and came in contact with berm on r side of road and turned over on driver side. ee had injured knee and some abrasions ee went to er dr gave him time off.ee was terminated,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13425,"truck was traveling across an area that had recently been wet with the water truck. the truck began to slide. the driver turned the truck to the right. the truck hit a dry area of the road and overturned. the truck's cat walk, hand rail, mirror, door & window were damaged.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13426,"employee was standing in the shop, when he was hit by a 4 wheel ride. * 1/18/10: ee returned to work on 1/17/10. worked one shift and part of second. alleged he could not work without hurting his shoulder.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13427,employee's foot was stuck by a skid causing a fracture.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13428,the employee was a passenger in a van involved in a collision with a pickup.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13429,ee was using a bobcat walk behind loader for clean up when his left hand was pinched between the machine and the cement wall. he was evaluated by a physician after the event and diagnosed with a fracture to his left middle finger. he took himself off for his next scheduled shift due to the need for pain medication. he has returned to work.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13430,"employee was lifting machine liners with forklift and sling, liner spun around and struck top of foot.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13431,employee was working in the filter cake pile with the 992 loader. she strained her back from breaking up the filter cake with the loader bucket.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13432,"employee was moving man basket with a forklift, the man basket base/weight was not secured with the rods that hold the basket to base. the basket tipped off of the base and fell forward toward the truck and hit a piece of pipe that was laid across the bed causing the pipe to flip up and hit ee on the right side of head & knee.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13433,"operator was loading in a muck pile, as he was backing up from the pile a rock went under the bucket. when the loader came off the rock it caused the machine to shift from side to side. this caused the operator to strike his head against ametal box inside the cab of the loader.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13434,steering failed in haul trk while traveling down hill the trk veered to the lt plunging intoberm trk box overturned,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13435,employee was operating a scraper and was working in a reclaiming area spreading soil. ee was just starting to dump ee's soil and hit a bump and the seat belt dug into ee's pelvic abdominal are. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13436,coming outside on scoop to change battery.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13437,employee was hauling rock with a cline truck out of underground mine. when he got to the portal he hit a section of rough road. this caused the truck to bounce and jarred his back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13438,ee injured during a roll over vehicle incident. driver stated ee saw something in the road and ee swerved. pick up left the paved road and ended up in the ditch on the side of the road and rolled on to the driver side.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13439,was driving front end loader and it was a reallyruff area to be working in. bouncing up and downcaused severe back and rt. leg pain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13440,"employee was driving a haul truck to the pit to get loaded and hit a bump; he stated that he felt a sharp pain in his back. the employee went to the first aid box for aspirin and then went back to the pit and hit the same bump and felt a ""pop"" in his back and then reported the incident to his coordinator.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13441,"greasing, reached down to pick up fitting that fell on pile of dirt. when reaching down to pick up fitting, finger got pinched between moving conveyor and frame.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13442,"employee was pushing oxy/acetylene bottle cart across the first floor mill room. he stepped on some mill balls, which he did not see, and lost his balance. he fell and the cart came down on his leg.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13443,"while hauling rock from the pit to the primary jaw in the 465 rock truck, employee hit a bump and jarred his low back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13444,"while driving down hill in the kingston quarry, the cab over pitched forward causing employee's pelvic area to strike the steering wheel.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13445,employee was a passenger in a mantrip traveling out. while backing up the mantrip ran into rib and hit employees arm against the rib. employee went to good samaritan hospital sustaining a contusion to his arm. doctors ordered to remain off work for an uncertain period of time.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13446,employee was traveling around a curve when he stated that it felt like the truck set down and it turned over onto his right side,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13447,driver was operating terex end dump and hit a hole in the road. the truck bounced and he hurt his neck. employee was wearing seat belt.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13448,"on 6-26-2020, emp was backing up a loader and struck a parked haul truck. was jarred and had soreness in neck. ee was taken to the er to be evaluated and was told to rest for the next 2 days, missing both shifts. ee returned to work on 6-29-2020 at full duty. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13449,"while driving the d400 e haul truck, ee was shaken around cab and hit elbow on metal bar on left side door/window. elbow sore and tingling in one finger.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13450,ie claims that the tractor of ie's truck began to bounce causing ie to bounce in the seat. as a result ie suffered from back pain. incident became reportable on 10/22/2021 when the ie was placed on light duty.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13451,ee was operating a 988 cat loader. the seat was loose causing him to rock back and forth. he injured his back. ee went to see the dr on 3-9-04. he continued to work until 3-19-04. on 3-22-04 he was taken to the hospital and has not returned as of this report.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13452,"chain was holding screen panel upright on the floor to the mast of the forklift. chain had an opened hook securing the chain to itself. the chain was relieved of tension and caused the hook to come loose, causing the screen panel to fall. since then, the chain hooks have been changed to clip hooks for this operation to prevent from coming loose.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13453,"haul truck tipped off of stockpile, backwards, ended up on cab, crushing cab.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13454,"employee was operating a stand-up battery powered forklift in the warehouse. while backing up, employee steered the forklift in the wrong direction causing it to strike a steel pole. employees left foot was caught between the forklift and the pole smashing the distal end of his foot from the side resulting in fractures.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13455,"employee stated that he missed the break going from #4 entry to #5 entry and hit the rib. the collision threw him into the shuttle car canopy, injuring his neck.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13456,employee stated as the owl crew were departing the motor barn on #1 rail runner mantrip. the mantrip struck the derail and wrecked. the derail was located one foot outside of the motor barn. injured had a hand positioned at the top of the batteries. when the mantrip wrecked the batteries slid forward catching right pinky finger between the batteries and frame,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13457,"the ee was riding the ""hot change"" bus to his truck. the bus hit a large pot hole causing the passengers to be jarred around. the ee was seen at the er and diagnosed with a baqci strain and pl aced on light duty.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13458,"after completing a repair on the deep pit belt, ee was trying to release the clamps holding the belt in place. he got on the belt & released the clamps and the slack which was in the belt moved the belt forward & took him upside a roller which pinned him at the chest for about 1-3 min until a co-worker cut the belt and removed him from roller.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13459,employee was plastering a brattice between #4-#5 entry across from the feeder. he had his stinger ride parked between him and the feeder with the lights on. a ram car backed into the stinger and pushed it up on top of his legs. resulting in a fracture to his pelvis and his lower back.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13460,ee states that while operating a wheel loader. ee sustained a lower back strain injury. the injury was believed to be caused by abrupt movement of the loader while operating over rough terrain. ee was placed on restricted work activity until next doctors appointment on 03/09/05.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13461,"while scaling the face of 14e - 31n, a piece of rock came off of the rib and hit the employee on the right ankle.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13462,broke bone just under left knee ee was working in the sop the air hose was hooked to lub truck and running from shop air. ee jumped into lube truck to move it when he became entangled with the air hose causing him to be pulled down and out of shop by moving lube truck and air hose.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13463,"employee was traveling from dredge to bank in transport boat with 3 other employees. the outboard motor stalled. as he pulled the cord to try to restart the motor, the motor locked and jerked the cord back. he had forgot to take motor out of gear. he was diagnosed with a strain to his left wrist.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13464,"employee stated after checking water and oil under hood of truck, jumped off bumper to ground, falling and causing injury to right knee.",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -13465,driver was going over the posted speed limit. the vehicle flipped on its side. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13466,employee reached onto conveyor to remove fallen empty bag. the employee's left hand became entangled into the chain conveyor and passive transfer roller resulting in laceration to palm of left hand. ,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13467,ee was enroute to a stone delivery when he passed a small tractor. the rear wheel of the truck became caught in a ditch. as he attempted to regain control of the truck it fell on its side.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13468,"the investigation is not complete, but as of now it appears that the haul truck he was driving made contact with the safety berm and tipped on its side. the caue of the accident is unknown at this time.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13469,employee was riding mantrip to section and had his arm laying on the back of the seat when the mantrip wrecked and the battery cover moved forward pinching his arm between the cover and mantri p frame resulting in a laceration.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13470,ee was operating the portal bus to switch out of the way for the supply motor. the motorman lost control of the motor and 3 cars. he hit the bus causing him to strike his right eye on the sander bar. he received 9 sutures.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13471,employee had an accident in a rock truck. went to medical facility for drug screen and complained of a back injury. was checked out and released back to full duty on 02/09/17. employee called in stated their back hurt too bad to work on 02/10/17 which became an lti,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13472,ee was driving the front-end loader down from the quarry and hit/drove thru a dip in the road. the air suspension seat of the loader was not operational.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13473,a light vehicle rolled on top of an employee's foot while he was getting supplies out of the bed of the truck.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13474,it started raining at about 8:00 a.m and froze on the ground instantly.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13475,"ee was operating diesel hauler, was making a turn and hit rib. received stitches on the right side of head.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13476,"while the green ram car was positioning to dump, ee started across in front of the feeder. the corner of the ram car bed caught his right foot pushing him toward the feeder area. the ram car operator started to dump, not knowing ee was in front of his ram car, when he heard him screaming. the operator backed off of ee's right leg, ankle and foot.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13477,maintenance crew was repairing bucket elevator when injured employee called out for another employee to stop advancing the elevator. the instruction was misunderstood and the elevator was advanced instead. this action caused the laceration to the left thumb area.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13478,employee was operating a scoop on the section. he ran over a rock or lump of coal throwing him against the roof resulting in a head injury.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13479,"employee was operating a caterpillar 980 loader loading rip rap when a rock fell off the bucket. he did not notice the rock and backed over it, injuring his back and left shoulder.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13480,"ee was pulling a portable washer through the doors of the homo silo building. cart became lodge on berm in doorway. when ee pulled on cat, it smashed his finger against a compressor and handle of cart.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13481,employee was moving part upstairs and felt twinge in lower back. diagnosis is acute 4 s strain.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13482,"ee was climbing out of scoop, when he let the scoop roll forward. he got his foot hung up and it twisted him around.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13483,"02/25/10 employee was rigging concrete blocks and positioned himself in a pinch point between two blocks. when block was lifted, it pinched his calf. shift was over at the time of accident, employee called immediate supervisor and reported he pinched his calf but no major injury and would be reporting to work in the morning.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13484,"cat truck was traveling to b-6 pit. the truck slid out of control on a muddy, icy curve. the 35t water truck was coming down the hill from the same pit. the haul truck slid sideways, the bed of the haul truck struck the cab of the water truck.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13485,backing up tram hit a chunk of salt and he bounced around inside cab striking head and cutting head.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13486,loader engine died going downhill - struck pickup & tree.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13487,a fully trained miner was tramming a scoop when the scoop hit the coal rib and jarred ee's back. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13488,was operating a 988f loader. he felt the over head a/c unit to see if it was producing cold air. when doing so his left middle and ring finger struck the fan blades causing a laceration that required stiches and a fracture to the tip of his middle finger of his left hand. this medical attention was reported to marfork safety,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13489,employee had his hand on the belt structure as they were clearing a blockage in the rock box and a rock came loose hitting his hand requiring sutures.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13490,employee reached onto conveyor to straighten misaligned bag near entry into (double conveyor) incline flattener. arm was drawn in to shoulder. co-worker shut down system and helped release employee.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13491,"the #11 motor was pulling the track duster to the james creek section while being followed by the #10 motor. the #11 motor ""saddle bagged"" in a dip and was struck by the #11 motor. the employee that was riding as a passenger in the #10 motor was diagnosed with a lumbar strain and contusion to the left knee. medical diagnosis was not received at the mine site until 8-20-2009.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13492,employee was turning the steering wheel of a 773 truck when he felt a sharp pain in right elbow.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13493,"the employee felt pain on 10/01/2007 but did not report it until 10/12/2007. he was then taken to the company clinic and placed on restricted duty on 10/12/2007.the employee states that driving the pit truck caused pain and numbness in his r-arm, r-shoulder, and r-thumb allegedly.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13494,"while positioning shovel dipper over haul truck bed, a rock fell into the truck bed.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13495,employee was operating a rock truck when they hit their elbow on the dispatch screen while reaching to adjust the volume on the two-way radio. ,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13496,injured was going down the slope when the dapco started to slide. injured started tapping on the brakes but could not get it under control. the dapco came to a stop when it hit the barricades at the bottom of the slope. injured received stitches above and below the right eye. ,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13497,the employee alleges ee was driving the loader across the pit and ee ran over a large rock causing the seat in the loader to bottom out. ee started having some pain in the middle and lower of ee's back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13498,employee was pinned against coal rib by shuttle car.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13499,employee was driving on customer's haul road when he hit a large hole in the road causing his head to hit the cab of the truck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13500,"emplyee was inside a tank car, cleaning the car. local railroad came on site, accidently releasing rail cars above the car the employee was inside. the released cars struck the car being cleaned, knocking the employee down, bruising his lower back. no medical treatment was deemed necessary by attending physicians.",HAULAGE,Fall to the walkway or working surface -13501,"ee went to see company dr on 2-25-02 and was placed on modified duty. sitting in haul truck waiting to be loaded, operator of front end loader allegedly dumped load violently in haul truck cau sing thoracic/cervical strain to driver of haul truck alleged.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13502,running a loader and began to have back pain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13503,"employee was connecting a chain from the stacking conveyor to the front end loader to reposition stacking conveyor. loader began backing, chain tightened, and employee did not release chain. employee strained right shoulder.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13504,"while operating the haul truck, ee was jolted when a load from the loader bucket was dumped into the truck resulting in head and neck pain.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13505,employee was tramming a scoop in a slanted area and it slid into the rib. he complained of his back and neck hurting. he was put on restricted duty for two days and returned to his regular job.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13506,"the injured was driving a ram car, from batt. barn to unit, when a 2x4x8' was bolted to roof and isolation curtain was nailed to it. the 2x4 had been knocked loose from roof bolt & was hanging down, as he drove the ram car thru curtain, the 2x4 caught under canopy of car, came in cab, striking him on right knee.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13507,used heavy equipment-bobcat for samll job was bounced around-caused back strain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13508,a 966 loader was loading from a stockpile and struck a large rock that was buried beneath the stockpile. the impact injured the wrist of the operator.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13509,"while loading a package van trailer with nissan fork truck, ee contacted a depression in the trailer floor with the right front wheel of the fork truck and caused a jolting movement to the for k truck. ee reports discomfort in his upper body and low back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13510,employee was riding on floor board of little mac and was holding on to the fender wall when they hit a bump in the roadway cuasing the right front tire to come in contact with the fender and smashing employee's finger.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13511,employee complained of pain in the low back after striking a hole in the roadway with a shuttle car. on 8/5/2003 employer was notified that the employee sought medical treatment from a chiropa ctor on 7/16/2003.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13512,ee was caught between mucker tire and the berm causing a puncture wound and contusion to his right shin.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13513,haul truck operator reported lower back pain from haul truck seat and rough roads.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13514,bumped lt. knee while entering operators compartment of scoop.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13515,rock fell off a conveyor striking the employee in the back,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13516,boulder hanging on wall in mud seam flipped over striking bucket and jarring operator.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13517,operator of a 785 coal end dump truck experienced low back/neck pain due to continuous rough loading by ldw266 loader. employee was released to full duty. the next day employee missed a day.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13518,the ee was operating a 270 tractor through the doorway of the fanhouse to get to the outside when the glancer plate caught the side of the wall and the doors collapsed and fell on him.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13519,ee was riding in the front seat of the mantrip going to the section. there was pogo sticks on the front of the man trip. the trip passed through a flypad and the flypad caught the pogo stick and forced them into ee's chest causing a laceration and a broken rib.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13520,raw material handler was performing equipment check on a komatsu loader and was checking belt tension in engine area and did not realize engine was still running when his middle and ring finger on his left hand became caught in v-belt. the ends on both finger were amputated just below the finger nails.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13521,"ee came into the office on dec 11, 2006 and reported a sore back and that he would not be able to work. he stated he had pain since 11/11/06 and thought it was due to a cough from being sick. he also stated he had experienced some jolting while drivng in the yard.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13522,backing up mantrip at hit elbow on large green mantrip. smashing and bruise arm.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13523,injured was helping a mechanic remove the drive shaft from a 773 b truck. cap came off of u-joint and hit injured int he head directly over the left eye. reportable because of sutures only.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13524,"ee stepped between the scoop & the charger to keep the battery charging cable from between the scoop & the charger. the operator touched the tram pedal and the scoop moved back instead of forw ard, causing the injury. the directional switch was found to be in good working order at the time.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13525,employee struck rock in the roadway with scoop and hit his head on the scoop canopy; resulting in strain to the muscles in his neck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13526,employee was driving a haul truck up a hill when the truck stalled. it began drifting backwards and then rolled onto it's side.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13527,employee was using a vac truck to clean the cone of a cement silo when material came out. cement entered the employee's right eye. the employee was taken to the eye doctor and was prescribed eye drops.,HAULAGE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -13528,injured employee was a passenger in a dodge truck mantrip when it lost control and struck the left slope rib/steel set. the ie's left shin/knee contacted some metal causing a laceration which required 4-stitches.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13529,"employee states he lifted the forks, lost control with one hand allowing forks to fall catching his finger between forks and frame.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13530,a round roof support(can) was on the forks of the loader. the loader turned and the can rolled off of the forks and against the side of employees foot.,HAULAGE,Struck by rolling or sliding object -13531,"employee riding in mantrip. left foot was extended outside of compartment. mantrip close to rib, mashed left foot between rib & mantrip. fractured big toe on left foot.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13532,"while filling hydraulic oil tank, lid fell closed on employee's finger cutting and fracturing it.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13533,employee was tramming the manlift from his work area to the parking area. while driving the left front tire went into a pot hole causing him to become off balance. his foot came off the control causing the machine to make an abrupt stop. employee fell forward striking his upper right leg on the basket inside the manlift cage.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13534,"ee was driving the 988 loader, bringing in stock pile to truck hopper. wheel of loader went into a low spot in the road causing him to make a twist motion to regain proper body alignment. he t hen experienced pain to the posterior right side of neck and posterior shoulder. upon evaluation he responded well to rx strenth motrin. he returns to work w/o restrictions, however remains o",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13535,injured was sitting w/intersection bolting miner. shuttle car trammed into but ran over rock causing rock to fly striking injured in the forehead.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13536,employee was pulling a johnson buggy into the shop and the tires were muddy. one of the tires picked up the rope that was hooked to the garage door rolling it around the tire. door was pulled down onto employee's back.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13537,no specific incident--bouncing around in loader/running loader.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13538,employee is a loader operator and over time feels that operating it hurt his back. he reported it on 9/17/08 and it became a lost time on 9/18/08.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13539,while shoveling the 5c head his shovel got caught in belt and kicked back. when the shovel kicked back it dislocated pointing finger on his right hand and tore the tendon. employee continued to work until 7/11/11 when he went off work for surgery on his finger.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13540,leg was pinned between the bridge carrier and the coal rib.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13541,"ee driving tractor underground, reports being unable to downshift and slow tractor. ee reports ribbing the tractor and jamming right wrist into steering wheel. x-rays negative for fracture. ee released to light duty site can accommodate. ",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13542,"a komatsu 465 haul truck loaded with stripping material fell 33' from a haul road. the weather was cool and clear and the road conditions were dry and in good condition. while operating the truck, the driver veered across the haul road about 219' before proceeding through the berm an additional 29' then falling 33' coming to rest upside down.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13543,"employee was using a case sr270 skid steer to remove material spillage from under conveyor. employee failed to ensure beaver tail attachment was secure on front of skid steer and when they attempted to load with materials, it slipped off of the front plate and catapult towards the cab cutting hand. ",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13544,hot pellets got through a hole above conveyor fead bed where ee was working and fell inside his shirt.,HAULAGE,Contact with hot objects or substances -13545,employee was backing up in a 4 wheel battery ride. he jammed his head into the roof at a point where the roofline transitioned lower from the entry to the crosscut.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13546,"while operating the #1 shuttle car, the employee ran over a bad place (hole) in the bottom of his haulage roadway. he bounced up into the canopy of the shuttle car. (neck and back injury).",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13547,"while hauling coal, ee ran over a rock in the travelway, causing him to jolt his lower back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13548,"a miner that in 2009 was diagnosed with ""strain lumbo sacral, hnp l4-5, l5-s1, radiculopatia l5-s1 bilateral"" did not report to duty on march 4, 2010. the miner was referred to el fondo del seguro del estado to receive medical treatment. allegedly the vibration of the 966c front loader caused by the dumping of the bucket caused the injury or aggravated his previous condition.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13549,"on 8/14/2013 employee was traveling on rubber tire buggy when he ran over a rock buggy bounce causing head to hit roof top, employee continue to work received a full release 8/27/2013.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13550,"employee was operating a fork lift and turned to look behind when he moved the truck in reverse. while still seated in the lift truck, he turned around to look forward when he felt a sharp pain in the low back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13551,"ee was a passenger on a 10-man mantrip. the driver encountered uneven bottom which caused ee to be bounced in ee's seat. as ee bounced, ee struck ee's head against the canopy of the mantrip, causing pain to ee's neck. ee continued working without restrictions until ee was taken off work on 04-04-18, at this time ee began missing time.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13552,while removing rocks from grizzley feeder a piece of rock struck employee in forehead between hard hat and safety glasses.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13553,miners were replacing the cable that controls the extension and retraction of the telescoping end of a stacker conveyor. the telescoping end of the stacker moved causing tension on the cable. a miner's foot was caught in the cable resulting in a broken leg. the miner was airlifted to a local hospital. the miner's left foot was amputated just above the ankle.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13554,"employee stepped off the t011 service truck, misjudged the height of the step down and fell on his back. employee insisted he was fine the day of the accident, and refused to be taken in for a n examination, but on january 5, 2004, he asked to be taken into the doctor. he was diagnosed as having a fractured rib. he has not returned to work, and will be out a minimum of 30 days.",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -13555,"excavator was loading a large rock into injured's truck, from the side. since excavator was loading from the side, he could not place the rock into the bed, he had to drop it. the weight of th e rock caused truck to rock. injured attempted to hold on and he felt pain in his back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13556,"the employee was injured when the mac_10 damascus man trip backed down an access road, backed on the bank and turned over.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13557,man was operating shuttle car and hit rib knocking off a small piece of coal which struck his hand causing a laceration on index finger.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13558,"while driving r-50 steering hydraulic hose broke and shipped steering wheel back to right, injuring right wrist.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13559,"while a haul truck was going up an icy hill, the truck's transmission shifted down, resulting in tires losing traction - the truck slid backwards down the hill and stopped suddenly at the bottom - the quick stop made the driver's head strike the cab - first aid was given, he went to a clinic & received 6 stitches - he was discharged with no restrictions - back to work after lunch.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13560,employee was standing on the ground behind railcar loosening the handbrake. he had to reach above his head to loosen the hand brake wheel. when he pulled on the hand brake wheel he felt pain i n his right shoulder.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13561,ee was pushing wheel barrow full of material. the wheel fell off the wheel barrow and ee tried to steady the wheel barrow to prevent material from falling out and felt pain in back.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13562,employee was rock dusting the entry using a scoop with a rock dusting machine in the bucket. the center broke into on the scoop causing the employee to be bounced against the mine roof.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13563,"after zoning in at the top of #9 slope, we started down the slope and approximately 1/4 way down it felt like the brakes went out on the 8 man mantrip. we made the first turn to the right on the bottom and was not able to make the left turn and we ran into the coal rib. other ee was the operator of the 8 man mantrip.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13564,"employee was placing tools onto a small battery powered vehicle, when it rolled backwards onto his foot. the employee operating the vehicle pulled the vehicle off the employee's foot.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13565,employee was struck in the head by a bottom stand that was lying in the haul road at 14-15 bk on 33 butt intake. the stand flipped up and into the operator's deck of the scoop the employee was operating.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13566,employee was hauling a load of trash out with a tractor. employee hit a bump causing their head to strike the canopy of the tractor. this accident happened on 3/9/16. employee just missed their first day of work due to the incident on 7/18/2016.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13567,operator of lv721b van was traveling down hhh lva when they missed the turn for the haul road and ran into the tire wall. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13568,"while operating ram car, he hit a bump and his head hit the canopy, breaking his tooth.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13569,"ee tramming a scoop, ran over a crib block con- cealed by rock dust causing him to strike head & neck against back guard of scoop. sought medi-cal attention 2/1/02, diagnosed 2/12/02.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13570,hand-picking foreign material from conveyor belt. foreign material flew and hit mouth area. received 2-3 stitches in the mouth area.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13571,"ee was putting tools on tool slide, when a golf cart pulled in xc & struck ee on right leg, just below knee. the drivers dinner bucket had slid behind the brake pedal, & driver couldn't stop golf cart resulting in accident.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13572,"riding as a passenger in a mine line motor (ml 201), struck a broken tight side rail. injured struck against the canopy of the passenger compartment. he was riding in the passenger seat in the operator's compartment. the back of his headwas lacerated requiring 12 sutures.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13573,"employee grabbed the tongue of a trailer to move it off to the side so it would be out of the way, while pushing the the trailer to the side the trailer tongue jack collapsed and fell on the employees right foot. the jack was found to be fully in the locked position. employee suffered a acute contusion to the top of right foot.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13574,"foreman trainee following 636 scoop traveling inby, 59-60 block 21d, with 650 batteries on it's duckbill. foreman put hands on top of 650 batteries (unknown reason, may have tripped and tried to catch himself). battery end of scoop went down in rut, 650 batteries raised and roofed. pinched both hands between battery and roof.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13575,employee stated that her neck was strained when the first load of ore was dumped on her truck. employee stated she was looking to her extreme left when allegedly injured. employee worked the rest of the shift and did not go to see the doctor till later in the day (2/21/06). modified duty commenced on 2/24/2006,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13576,"ee from trucking company was picking up ag lime in a extended open dump body truck. he was standing on a ladder at the front of the dump body. as he was directing the loader operator where to dump the third of 4 buckets in the middle of thetruck, the bucket came in contact with the side rail and rocked the dump body. the ee rocked back then jumped off. he injured his shoulder.",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -13577,"employee stated that he was hauling supplies with the diesel scoop when a plaster bucket fell off of the scoop bucket, hit the roadway, and splashed up into his right eye.",HAULAGE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -13578,"employees a and b were using a forklift to dump bulk bags of waste product to rerun thru plant for reuse, when employee b got on forklift and turned forklift over on its side resulting in fatal injury.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13579,employee was using a 5/8 high strength chain hooked to his shuttle car to try to pull a continuous miner. as the shuttle car started pulling on the miner the chain broke. the chain whipped around hitting the employee on the left side of the face above the eye and right cheek causing lacerations and a fracture of the cheek.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13580,backing scoop battery first through fly curtain and apparently raised curtain with hand and got arm trapped between canopy and rib. 3-4 last open break.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13581,"the employee was working at w 1 tailpiece. while shoveling, a piece of rock came back on bottom belt striking employee's right hand resulting in a laceration to underside of last digit on his middle finger. after being treated and returning to work, the finger became infected subsequently requiring the employee to begin to miss work.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13582,"while headed to pit-g, employee (truck #70) collided with another employee (truck #10).",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13583,security officer was escorting a diesel semi-truck. officer stopped to lower buggy whip at a rr crossing and vendor rear-ended the security truck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13584,"while replacing motor and reducer on conveyor #971, the injured person had positioned himself under the unit and was removing the bolts that were holding the unit in place. when the last bolt was removed the unit dropped approx. 16"" crushing his left ring finger between the motor unit and the floor.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13585,while operating a shuttle car he ran over a rock in the roadway. this incident caused him to injure his lower back. he worked up until 7-9-01 and began missing time due to this reported injury on 6-11-01.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13586,employee was operating a 975 tractor and moving it to the surface when he hit a pot hole jamming his back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13587,traveling on a long airdox 3-wheeled jeep and hit a rut in the roadway causing the employee to be bounced in the air and landed hard on his tailbone.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13588,man was steering 3 wheeler (pc) being towed when steering wheel came out of hands hitting man on right wrist. first day off work 3/29/02.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13589,"hydraulics on lift of dump truck failed, crashing into the truck. broke passenger door, flying glass hit right eye and thrashed into steering wheel and back into seat. intitial treatment that day, then admitted to the hospital on 9/22. he is currently in the hospital on iv pain meds for 5 bulging disks lower lumbar and swelling. dump truck has been tagged out and is under repair.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13590,"while driving the coal hauler, ee hit a rut causing her to bounce up & landed hard on the seat, resulting in discomfort on her back & leg.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13591,"while riding in a pickup, hit rough terrain the pickup was jarred causing neck pain to the employee. the employee was prescribed physical therapy.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13592,"pushing wheelbarrow, it tipped, tried to support with left leg when he felt pain and heard a pop resulting in a sprain.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13593,"employee was working into the next shift moving a trailer, and hitch popped up smashing his right index finger between the hitch and another trailer. 6th north panel 67 xcut.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13594,"employee was emptying the lime out of the bucket of a small front-end loader. while the employee was driving the small front-end lader, lime dust blew back into hif ace. he suffered a lime burn to his right eye.",HAULAGE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -13595,ie was operating the trailing locomotive traveling down the mn4 track. as the lead locomotive went into the turn & derailed which caused ie's loco to wreck as well. ie's body slid against the wall of the compartment of the loco & hit hip against ie's scsr. ie was on vacation the next week & didn't miss any work until 7/12/19 due to this incident.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13596,"the miner came in contact with return idler on screen and was pulled in by the conveyor belt which burned & bruised ee's arm, straining the muscles.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13597,"employee operating a cat 613 water wagon hit a dip in road and felt pain in back/rib area. employee taken to clinic, x-rays taken-negative. overhead restrictions did not impede employee from doing normal job. cat scan negative 6/30/09 it was determined that the employee had a soft tissue injury and physical therapy required, injury then reportable to msha. no lost work days.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13598,"employee was operating the lube truck, hit a bump and hit head on the inside roof of the cab. he was not wearing a seat belt.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13599,"was unloading trailer with forklift. had set pallet of dust on trailer & was backing away from truck, then proceded forward, glanced at trailer & ran into concrete pier.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13600,"employee was tramming the scoop to retrieve supplies. the scoop stopped tramming, so he re-cycled it. when doing so the scoop jumped into tram hitting a hole in the roadway bouncing scoop in to rib. ee injured his back and right side. he visited raleigh general hospitial, where he was instructed not to return to work until 5-15-2006.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13601,employee picked up wheel barrow and felt pain in lower back.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13602,"employee was in process of positioning a distribution transformer onto a concrete pad using a boom truck. the transformer was approximately 1-2"" above concrete pad when the frame mounted clack bolts for the manitex boom sheared and the individual jumped from the operator's deck from a height of 42"" landing on the ground, twisting his left ankle fracturing it.",HAULAGE,Fall to the walkway or working surface -13603,"while riding in a mantrip, the mantrip passed a supply car. ee had his foot on the side rail of the mantrip. when the mantrip passed the supply car, ee s foot was pinched between the mantrip v ehicle and the supply car.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13604,ee was sitting in his truck as some waste was being loaded onto truck by 988loader when loader operator hit bed of truck with loader bucket.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13605,driver turned truck to the right too quick into berm of curve causing truck to overturn.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13606,"transporting 2 men and overloaded mac 8 (personel carrier) up hill when axle stripped causing it to roll backwards hitting rib. employee complaining of back, ribs hip.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13607,forklift backed and hit employee while trying to ask driver question,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13608,ee was driving a 4 man diesel mantrip when the breaks failed going down the slope causing the ride to pick up speed until it struck a coal ribon the slope bottom throwing him off of the ride,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13609,he was driving to get reloaded and hit a hole inthe ground and his back got hurt.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13610,employee was sitting in haul truck and another employee backed into the truck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13611,"employee operating loader was moving stockpiled material from one area and then dumping it over the edge on an established stockpile. before be-ginning to dump, the operator pushed off the edge and then began dumping material over the edge(part on top and the rest going over the side). the bank under the right tire gave way. the loader sank and then rolled over. no injuries.",HAULAGE,"Accident type, without injuries" -13612,employee was riding in mantrip and felt pain in neck,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13613,"employee was examining ac motor on haul truck, as he was doing this, his finger made contact with fan motor, resulting in a laceration to his right index finger",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13614,"ee was cleaning from under the conveyor, production line. ee placed his left hand on conveyor railing, there was a pallet traveling down the conveyor. the pallet hit ee's left hand, injuring h is left hand.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13615,"miner was walking to silo feeder to clean up spillage, tripped and got arm caught in top roller. it pulled his arm in and slammed his chest into an angle brace injuring his left arm, left elbow, left chest and left thumb. employee was not taken off work by his physician until 12/12/06.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13616,while stopped and waiting for a backhoe to make a right turn the me-69 pickup was hit in the back by an empire suburban.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13617,"employee lifted an overloaded wheelbarrow and said he felt a ""pop"" in his left knee & reported it as a first aid. in jan '07 he sought doctor's care, and in feb it became an msha recordable.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion in lifting objects -13618,miner was operating a wheel loader in pit loading sand into hopper. after filling bucket at the bank and backing away he had double vision. miner believes it occurred when the bucket contacted the bank.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13619,"employee was operating a 972m loader. employee felt something wet on arm, and saw was bleeding from back of right arm, just above the elbow. employee discovered a small puncture, but has no idea what caused it. couldn't get bleeding to stop, so went to clinic. a stitch was used to close wound.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13620,"he was shoveling on #2 beltline, as he leaned forward, his face was too close to the moving belt. the edge of the belt at a splice came in contact with his right eye. he had dirt in his eye and a scratch on the side of his eye.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13621,employee was scooping gob out of a break on the long wall when a cable bolt flipped up out of the gob striking the employee in the back of the head causing his forehead to strike the value chest in the operators compartment.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13622,"ee was driving an empty tandem coal truck along the knifht trk haulroad and drove the truck through a berm (vey high) and over a 200' embankment. he sustained a broken gumline bone and lacerat ions to his chin, lip and hand. evidence indicates and information given to us at this time is that he fell asleep at the wheel.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13623,"employee backed cat 785 end dump truck over berm, the truck rolled over backward down the spoil.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13624,"miner was assigned to haul backfill material into mine. while watching material being dumped in mirrors, driver said he prepared to stop his truck, when his feet engaged the brake and accelarator together. haul truck lurched forwarded and struck pillar. driver walked a distance to the maint. shop and when being driven to medical clinic for drug screen, stated his back was sore.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13625,employee was using a hammer to beat mud off rollers. the hammer became lodged between the moving belt and roller. before our employee could let go of the hammer his right thumb and index finge r became caught by the belt.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13626,"ee stated ee had a leak on one of the bucket jacks, raised head up over top of scoop while scoop still moving to see if ee could see the leak and caught head between scoop and mine roof.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13627,"operator hit rib with truck, chipped right tooth when he struck dashboard.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13628,"complaining of shoulder, chest pains while on premises, policy required an ambulance be called, did not transport.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13629,"backing versa track out of x-cut. ran over 2"" pipe. pipe struck man and pushed him forward. punctured him in buttock area. surgery required.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13630,"employee sitting in cat truck waiting for second bucket to be put on truck from loader when rock came out from under loader wheel and hit driver side window, and broke glass and hit elbow. he placed on modified duty from 11/8/06 to 11/12/06. he voluntarily quit on 11/13/06. note company could not accommodate modified duty.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13631,"employee was pulling a 6 inch drisco line into heading using a 2 yd. loader. as ee came around a corner & straightened out the drisco line contacted ee's back pushing ee forward causing ee's mouth to contact the loader. 2 sutures were required, x-rays positive for a chipped tooth, a full release was issued making this a medical reportable",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13632,"mechanic was in a jlg man-basket welding on kiln. welding lead was secured to the man-basket and as it traveled upwards, the lead caught the toe board of the platform. while observing the snag and bringing the basket back down, the welding lead snapped causing the man-basket to jump from it's present location.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13633,"employee was heading down the hill in 785c rock truck after unloading, road was wet after raining, lost control, started going side ways and hit a rock wall and turned over.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13634,"as employee was driving a euclid r170 end dump up an incline, he noticed an engine noise, so he stopped the truck and shut off the engine. the truck began to roll back a distance of 75 yards before he turned the truck into the berm, causing it to roll onto the truck's cab side. the impact caused a window to shatter. glass caused a laceration to the right side of his face and eye.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13635,ee was leaning over a rail by the 5900 ore pocket and was using a long hook to pull rock bolts off grizzly. while attempting to pull on a rock bolt the hook and bolt hung up causing ee to feel pain in his groin area. later while operating a haul truck ee turned to see behind the truck and he felt pain in his back. ee was taken to a medical provider and was put on restricted duty.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13636,"driver was on 3rd trip to pit, on 1st trip a break test was done, he was still in high gear and was unable to slow or stop the truck and ran into a pile of agg ore next to the underground mine wall.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13637,"operator clawed a rock down, when it hit the floor it fractured & a piece hit him in the eye.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13638,when returning to the excavator to be loaded the articulating truck ran through a wet area of the haul road under repair causing the driver to bounce upward and landing back into ee's seat abruptly resulting in injuring ee's lower back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13639,employee stated that he had delivered parts to the job. he was coming down the road from the job when his parts truck hit a pot hole in the road. the truck jarred him causing low back pain. reportable on 7-31-06 when lost time was incurred.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13640,"applying belt dressing with a spray can. climbed over guard, placed his hand and arm in guarded area between belt and head pulley. his arm was snagged by the belt causing a laceration to his left shoulder.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13641,while operating the loader the cucket hit and jumped ober a boulder causing his neck to snap.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13642,"on 5-24-00 at approx. 11:55 am a 100 ton end dump was loading in a pit. after being loaded to 95 tons driver started to pull away, load caused hauler to stand on end trapping driver ee in cab , more than 30 minutes. ee stated as he started up ramp felt he has some loss of control. truck reared up, setting down on end trapping driver in cab. operator was rescued by onsite emergency",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13643,employees were moving a 55 gallon drum of oil from containment area. the barrel slip from the ledge of the area causing the dolly to strike ee in left hip and straining his lower back. no treatment was sought until july 7/8/2015. ee was evaluated 7/24/2015 mri results 08/04/15 prescription meds and physical therapy changed first aid to medical.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13644,"ee was working on uneven quarry floor. he is not sure what caused injury in his words, more of a cummlative injury by being jostled in the endloader cab.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13645,employee was waiting for a sample to come off of dryer with her eye protection and ppe on and as the sample fell off conveyor belt she was showered with dirt and dust and some went into her right eye.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13646,"ee indicates that ""constant"" bouncing in 980g loader has caused back pain.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13647,"ee was walking across the parking lot as another member was pulling into the parking lot, bumping ee with his personal vehicle. he did not begin missing work until 2/26/07.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13648,employee has ongoing pain in his low back which may have resulted from exposure at the mine and may have been aggravated on 3/11/02. a mri shows dessication (degeneration) of the lumbar spine with disc protrusion. we are reporting this as an occupational illness due to the progressive nature of this disease.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13649,another employee was moving a chute with a skid steer. the chute was chained & the skid steer hit a bump which caused the chute to shift in the rigging. the chute struck the employee's left foot. ee sought medical treatment & was diagnosed with 2 broken toes. ee was wearing steel toes.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13650,"the employee stated that he was scooping an entry and caught a roof strap, the strap came around and hit the employee in the ear cutting his right ear.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13651,while checking coal sampler he placed his hand on the v belt guard and his fingers slipped behind the guard into the v belt.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -13652,ee stated shuttle car anchor came loose that was attached to a bolt anchor to the mine roof. cable struck ee on his right side which caused a contusion. ee started missing work on 11/05/09 rtw 11/09/09.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13653,"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.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13654,employee was pulling clay off of conveyor. pulled off conveyor by a large piece of clay and caught leg on conveyor frame.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13655,ee was unloading cable from the back of a man trip. the mantrip drove over a bundle of roof mesh. when trip got on top of the bundle it spun out and set the top piece flying into employee's right ankle causing it to roll over.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13656,"bates contractor pulled into power center to trade out rides. when applying the park brake, his belt knife was open on his belt puncturing the bone of his right thumb resulting in 2 inside sutures & one heavier outside suture.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13657,employee was moving a wheelbarrow full of rock. ee felt a twinge in the belt line area of stomach. ee moved the wheelbarrow approximately 15 yds. ee continued working and later that shift ee felt burning sensation in stomach area and noticing a bulge. ee then reported the incident. ee is considering surgery at this point.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13658,"on road truck driver was exiting mine on paved entrance road with a fully loaded dump truck. truck wheels dropped of right shoulder, driver steered back to the right, lost control and overturn on the right side. driver sustained non-life threatening injuries to right shoulder and ribs. vehicle was damaged extensively. driver is being treated for injuries at local hospital",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13659,"the injured employee was operating a mobile bridge unit at the time the incident occurred. the canopy of the bridge unit caught a roof bolt and stopped suddenly, jolting the employee. (employee notified foreman on 7/21/2005 of injury.)",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13660,"employee stated that while comming off the drill bench, the powder truck went in a ditch & came out and hit a dozer.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13661,"while operating a haul truck, the truck was jarred by a bump. the employee felt a little pain in lower back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13662,ee was rigging beams and instructed the forklift operator to retract the forks of the lift. when he retracted the forks they caught on the ground causing the beam to turn over onto the ee's foot causing his big toe to be broken.,HAULAGE,Struck by rolling or sliding object -13663,"while operating loader, employee complained of numbness in leg and arm because the seat in the loader was bouncing too much.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13664,"employee was hanging a miner cable, when the miner backed into his shuttle car, causing the car to hit him on the leg.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13665,at about 9:30 am employee helped get a production sample off a conveyor belt. this was done the same way that our samples are always collected. at that time the employee felt fine. he continued cleanup around the plant in the skid steer. (his normal job) around 11:00 he started having back pains when he hit bumps while operating the skid steer,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13666,"ee was helping haul supplies to the # 1 section. as the track motor rounded a curve on a steep grade, the motor man couldn't hold the motor back and it slid down the grade and struck another motor that was sitting at the bottom of the hill. ee was in the opposite end of the motor and received bruises to the back form being jolted against the track motor frame.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13667,put hand behind cage to check the motor for oil while running plant.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13668,ee called the 402 and said that she hit a pot hole on the way to the 10 shovel. she was having pain in her neck and back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13669,injured was operating a motor pulling double dollys outside. approx. 1 break outby the 3 hlg switch the dollys hit a waterline coupling causing the waterline to buckel up in front of the motor on the outby end. the pipe came up accross the pole and base striking the injured int he head and shoulder.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13670,"ee was operating a 10 wheel dump truck inplant haul. on his way down, he lost control on a left turn and layed truck over on the passenger side.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13671,"miner used a forklift to move hopper filled with hot sand from a kiln system. once at the tipping location, miner lifted hopper to shoulder height, got out of the forklift and released the lever to tip the load. the hot sand spread out radially and ran up ee's pant leg, burning ee's skin above the boot and sock line. diagnosis was partial thickness burn of lower right leg.",HAULAGE,Contact with hot objects or substances -13672,"man driving a tractor down incline; tractor lost hydraulic oil, causing it to free wheel. he came off tractor, landing on knee, neck & shoulder. medical exam revealed no injuries; 2nd opinio n on 7/28/00 suggests ligamentous strain/sprain & 2 visits scheduled for physical therapy on 8/8 and 8/10/00.",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -13673,using vacuum truck to clean up ckd dust around the pallet pan building. a large amount of excess dust moved and struck victim in face. ,HAULAGE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -13674,"adjusting width of forks on fl068. employee was standing on right side of fork, facing the outside of fork. using both hands, applied pulling pressure toward self with both hands moving fork away from backboard slightly. ee was not aware finger was between fork and backboard. as employee released fork with right hand, it came down pinching tip of left index finger.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13675,"he is a loader operator and has had problems with his back before. on july 26, 2007 he had back pain from using levers in loader. missed work july 27th for dr appointment. returned july 30th for an hour and a half, then went home because of pain. has not been released to full duty yet.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13676,reportable only due to stitches. employee had hand on handrail when the drum threw a rock which struck his hand.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13677,"employee was shoveling spillage next to conveyor. employee was struck on left hand with rock that came off conveyor screen. employee did not report incident that they says occurred at 1:30pm employee reported to work following day and reported incident to supervisor, in which they requested medical attention.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13678,lifting a piece of curb with the overhead crane form the conveyor the east button was pushed instead of the up button and the piece slid out and struck the operator's right hand ,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13679,"while operating a scoop, member had his hand on outside of canopy causing his hand to get mashed between the rib & canopy, causing a laceration that required stitches.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13680,hose came out of hole off of getman anfo truck & wrapped around arm while trying to shut it off.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13681,"employee was moving rigging employee had unhooked from a boom truck headache ball. employee signaled the operator to hoist up to pull the strap from under the load. when the strap came out, the operator stopped hoisting and the headache ball swung back and struck the employee on the left shoulder, resulting in a contusion to the shoulder. ",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13682,"subject was operating a shuttle car (#1), at the #6 heading, last open break intersection. the operator of the #2 shuttle car made the turn toward the miner, striking the #1 shuttle car in the deck area, hitting subject in his right hip and right leg.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13683,"ee was traveling on haul road afterdumping loadof washed stone. he reached to pick up a clipboard. when he raised up,m he was traveling toward rail cars. he struck 2 parked rail cars.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13684,"while driving along a flat stretch of haul road, the operator lost control of the haul truck. the haul road was wet due to light snowfall. the truck skidded, the driver overcorrected and ran the truck up onto the dryer prairie beside the road. the trucks momentum caused the right tires to align and lay the truck on its right side.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13685,"ee operating cat 775 ht when he encountered a dip in haul road. ee reported that jarred his back. ee saw doctor, released w/o restrictions, 11/10/14. follow-up appointment 11/17/14, released w/o restrictions. ee saw doctor 12/04/14 given restrictions for work.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13686,ee backed truck under loader to be loaded. firstbucket contained large rock in dirt & was dumpedbefore truck was completely stopped. back struckside of bed throwing driver against door & steer ing wheel.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13687,employee injured when boom lift overturned. employee was coming down for break when ee drove the lift too close to sloped area causing the lift to overturn. ee sustained serious cut to facial area and other unknown trauma. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13688,breaking loose rock bridge off the conveyor. he started conveyor to move the large rock. rock rolled about 10 feet down conveyor striking his left lower leg.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13689,driver was attempting to dump a load of basf material. the load would not come out so the driver was lowering bed when the load shifted and the truck and trailer turned over.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13690,"operator's left hand was struck by a piece of shattered glass when a rock fell off the front end loader bucket, striking the end-dump truck cab glass during a loading operation",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13691,"employee was riding in man bus when the bus hit the inside heel flange of the track frog causing the bus to suddenly stop, straining employees back and neck.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13692,employee was tramming throught the xcut 3-2 when he tried to get under a damaged channel when the bent portion of the channel hit him on the right hand lacerating his right small finger.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13693,"employee states he blocked in the mantrip throttle to build pressure on compressor. when he drove forward with blocked throttle, the mantrip lunged forward striking another machine. he hit steering wheel with mouth. this did not turn into a reportable until 10/08/04.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13694,operator of cat777c haul truck fell asleep while driving empty truck to the pit. h/t ran off the road over the berm into rough terrain. damages to h/t frame and minor injuries to operator.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13695,employee was operating volvo l180 loader. he was preparing to dump the 68th load into 17 belt hopper. just before he tilted the bucket to dump into the hopper the shaft nut assembly on the dump cylinder came apart and the bucket rolled back. the material came through the front windshield into the cab. the force pushed the steering wheel down on top of both legs above knee.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13696,"a conveyor belt stopped, and it was in the process of being cleaned off when an employee was turning the conveyor from the v-belts and went to far and caught his finger in the sheive, cutting it half off.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13697,"was lifting up and pushing fork on fork lift and felt pain in left arm. needed surgery to repair damaged ligaments, received 3 stitches.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13698,"on 1-27-00 ee injured her neckk when he r-190 end dump truck jerked while dumping a load of dirt. this was reported on 1-28-00 and on 1-29-00 she requested medical attention. she was taken to the local e.r. and diagnosed with a pulled muscle. she was not scheduled to work on jan 30,31 or feb 1 st. she visited her family phys 1-31-00 and diagnosed with a cervical strain.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13699,employee was pulling supplies to no. 11 unit when ee hit a bump in the road jarring lower back. ee later went to a chiropractor for treatment. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13700,"ee was driving a golf cart underground, when he hit a concrete block, causing the cart to go up on the rib. ee fell off the cart and landed on his self-rescuer.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13701,"while operating a battery scoop, there were some chains in the operators compartment and one of the chain ends fell through a hole in the operators compartment and was run over by the wheel and as the chain jerked the hook end struck the employee on the index finger of the left hand. he received 6 sutures.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13702,5:30 pm fueling loader without operator knowing that he was fueling loader. some truck came into pit. operator got in the loader and started to take off. the hose was in. he tried to remove hose and fractured his thumb.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13703,"ee was operating a shuttle car. as he was traveling up the entry, he placed his hand on top of the car canopy and his finger was caught between the canopy and the mine roof. fracture and lacer ation to left ring finger. returned to regular duties next scheduled shift.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13704,the security guard was relieved from his post at 6 am. he was leaving the property at 6:15 am when he collided with an empty coal truck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13705,"ie was on a manbus coming around the corner off of em track onto mn4 track when 2 locomotives with a shield loaded on a trailer lost traction and started sliding outby towards the manbus ie was on. the manbus headed outby but as they entered into the turn, the locomotives and shield on the carrier collided into the manbus.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13706,"employee was tramming a shuttle to the miner on 0001-0 section when the shuttle canopy struck a roof bolt. the post of the s/c broke causing the canopy to come off striking his head. the victim was flown to the university of tn hospital in knoxville, tn and is listed in critical condition. the victim died in a care facility on may 27, 2007.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13707,"ee stooped down behind manlift to put object in box, when manlift, being operated by another ee, moved less than one foot in reverse. struck rear left foot of injured ee, resulting in bone fracture. manlift travel alarms were working at the time of the accident.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13708,"the shuttle car was tramming away from miner up an incline of app. 6 degrees. the shuttle car came off point while tramming and drifted backward hitting the rib and miner before stopping. as the shuttle car hit the miner and rib, the employee was also hit.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13709,euclid driver opened radiator cap at coffee break to check radiator fluid.,HAULAGE,Contact with hot objects or substances -13710,"employee was loading rock with front loader when he bruised his back, caused from jarring and shaking of loader.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13711,"while winding belt on a pull with scoop, the scoop bucket was swing toward this employee striking his left foot.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13712,while operating a shuttle car the employee hit a bump causing him to strike his tail bone on the tram pedal.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13713,"ee ran into the back of a pan trk (converted into water wagon) with a 55ton haul unit. when he rearended the pan, the haul unit bounced causinga muscle strain in the lower back it appears that he fell asleep (conversation with wife re vealed he had been up all night the night beforewith a sick child)",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13714,"while riding as a passenger in a rubber tired mantrip, the mantrip hit a bump in the road jarring the ee resulting in pain to the middle/upper back. this incident was reported on 6/16/2015 and the ee did not begin missing work until 7/6/2015.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13715,"ee was driving a county vehicle to the crusher site when a pickup truck coming up the hill lost control, came across center line and fog line and hit the truck he was driving. attributing fact ors: fog, road conditions.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13716,employee was driving a golf cart from the working face of the mine to the lunch room when making a turn the cart rolled and employee fell out and impacted shoulder to the rough salt floor. employee suffered a left shoulder contusion.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13717,"man was driving 10 seater mantrip 110 to the bottom and hit rock in travelway at #69 xcut. man was hit by canopy and canopy post injuring head, back and left forearm. canopy torn off.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13718,ee backed in to be loaded by a backhoe. backhoe bucket bumped the side of the truck and caused him to strain his neck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13719,baked over dump in rock truck death,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13720,ee lost control of truck and tured it over.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13721,ie was operating a skid steer on the refuse pile. ie was traveling from the plant to the refuse pile. the skid steer slid into a dozer rut and caused a jarring action injuring back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13722,"riding in mantrip into the mine, the mantrip was turning to the left and the rear half of the mantrip brushed up against the rib corner. ee was holding onto the vertical post with his fingers on the outside of the mantrip. his fingers got caught between the rib and the mantrip.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13723,ee was dumping sand on stockpile ee backed up too far & went over the edge of the stockpile. thetrk subsequently turned over backwars & went to bottom of the pile. the ee was not wearing a sea t belt at the time of the accident. the ee had atotal of 3 broken vertebrae in his neck & back,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13724,"while cleaning a hole, the lip of the bucket caught on the rib on the way down, striking a rock, jarring the employee in the cab. he felt pain in his upper and lower back. he was examined by a physician and placed off work pending follow up.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13725,employee was driving a battery hauler from #3 unit to the battery station and ran over a rough place in the road causing a whiplash effect to his neck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13726,"employee was hauling mud on volvo truck when he went across ruts in road and jerked the cab of the truck hurting his lower back. employee didn't tell foreman until next day 7/29/11 and did not go to er until 7/30/11 and is not going to his regular doctor until 8/1/11, he then came back to work on 8/3/11 and left early to go back to the er with back pain.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13727,"the ee was coupling the motor and supply car jennys. the one jenny kicked sideways and struck the ee's right leg below the knee. ex-ray negative, bruise to calf muscle.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13728,operating endloader in pit area - jarred back/ neck while driving over bumpy area.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13729,"ee was standing at the chain link fence of the r-8 belt drive. the drive chain broke hitting him on the right hand, amputating his right finger at the firsty joint.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13730,injured was running shuttle car and hit hole in belt entry causing head to hit canopy. was not officially reported until 9/2/08.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13731,preliminary investigation shows that the employee was fatally injured as the result of a collision with another haul truck. investigation is ongoing. ee slid backwards and striking the cab of a parked caterpillar 795 haul truck on the drivers side.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13732,"he was installing lo-lo conveyor belt structure on the b-mains belt. the operator of the fork lift being used to install the structure, bumped the structure while employee's finger was in between two pieces of the structure.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13733,"the miner was riding as a passenger in a trammer. as the trammer made a turn, a steering hose blew, causing a loss of steering and the trammer struck the rib. the miner hit his head on the cor ner post of the canopy support of the trammer. he required 4 sutures to close the wound.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13734,backing scoop and caught left hand between stop and kitchen. smashed little finger and ring finger.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13735,"injured was sitting in mantrip on way to metz bottom. driving down two track, metz bottom, and ran into 5 spur striking another parked jeep. the switch was left thrown for the turn. employee felt pain in back and was treated with physical therapy.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13736,"was parking truck in the staffing area at the end of the night shift. he backed into another truck already parked. he said that he was blinded by the lights of a pickup leaving that parking lot. he made no mention of personal injury and declined an examination when he was taken for the maditory drug test. equipment damages has been estimated at between %50,000 and $75,000",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13737,ee went to see company dr. on 7/7/03 and was placed on restricted duty. ee overturned bed on caterpillar haul truck which caused an alleged strain to his neck.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13738,"the employee was steadying the crusher distributor head as the crane was lowering to the crusher deck. as the crusher head leaned over, the chain slipped on the lifting eye pinching the employee's middle left finger between the lifting eye and the chain links. laceration to finger requiring stitches, no lost time.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13739,according to injured there was no accident. this is a aggravation of an old injury (back). started missing work 7-20. spoked with injured 8-1.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13740,ee stated his right ring finger was caught between the scoop bucket and ram blade when the operator engaged the ram injector jack.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13741,"employee was operating a diesel ram car, backed over material laying in roadway and was thrown into canopy of operator's deck.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13742,employee was standing between 5 and 6 entries to roll up a curtain. a shuttle car in the face of 5 started car. the cable had some slack in it and the cable swept across the entry striking the victim on the left ankle. the result was a fractured foot. ,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13743,strained lower back after pulling dump truck level.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13744,pre shift inspection of highway delivery truck. driver was raising the tuck hood and the hood hinge broke on one side causing the driver to support the extra weight of the hood. right shoulder area strained.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13745,greasing bearing and checked line under dirt and glove got caught in roller on conveyor belt.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13746,a large rock slid from the top of the muck pile and before the operator could back out of the way the rock slammed the bucket of the caterpillar 988b pit loader. this caused the employee to lurch forward hurting his neck in the process. he was diagnosed with a neck sprain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13747,"the employee was driving a utility vehicle through the facility. the utility vehicle impacted a large rock at the corner of an intersection and tipped over causing injury to the employee's middle finger (left hand), ring finger (left hand), and left hip.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13748,injured was riding out in the #4 diesel manbus when he hit his forehead on the roof causing him to hit neck on the back of the seat causing a fracture to the skull.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13749,miner entered the mine area in a john deere gator and thought the loader operator saw ee enter. miner got out of the gator to talk to the operator. ee parked in what ee thought was a safe area but as the loader backed up and turned it struck the gator.,HAULAGE,"Accident type, without injuries" -13750,ee turning steering wheel and felt pain in right shoulder. ee placed on restricted duty following medical treatment. ,HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -13751,"employee was driving a 190 ton end dump. he was on the fill dumping his load. he said that the truck bed slamed back and jerking his neck. he was dizzy, vision was blured, and light headed.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13752,"ee was loading tools into scoop bucket, he had his hand on ejector. co-worker didn't see his hand and sucked ejector back in smashing the tips of ee's right ring and pinky fingers resulting in a laceration that required 23 stiches.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13753,while backing up the jlg his foot slipped off the gas pedal causing the jlg to stop abruptly and slammed his left ankle into the back cage causing a sprain to his ankle.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13754,"he was crossing bridge at shack when front wheel caught on bridge and spun steering wheel around, he felt pain in right elbow. ** started missing**",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13755,employee was passenger in mantrip that was bumped by a motor. employee had some pain in back at time of incident. did not seek physical therapy until sept 8th. has not missed any days work but will be reported as a medical treatment for physical therapy.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13756,"driver lost control of vehicle on steep grade and drove into sump, overturning vehicle to avoid other traffic. investigation on-going as to reason for loss of vehicle control.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13757,"employee was riding on bus going too fast, brakes locked and bus hit right rib. **employee did not start losing time until 11/11/2007 due to increased pain**",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13758,"employee was tramming the 980 loader to the work area and reached down to adjust the seat. he over-reached and his finger went inside the seat suspension. hitting another bump, the weight of the seat along with his body weight, collapsed the suspension causing it to pinch the middle finger on his right hand.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13759,"while working on screen conveyor at lime shed ee tried to catch a falling piece of pipe, that had been hit by manlift above ee to keep it from hitting another employee. pipe slipped through ee hand causing laceration next to thumb.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13760,the employee was riding in a battery manbus and was sitting in the jump seat located by the operator. an undetected rock that fell from the top and was on the off side of the track caused the manbus to stop suddenly. the sudden stop caused the employee to fall forward. his right foot slid under the operator's seat and twisted. the x-ray was positive: fracture to right ankle.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13761,"employees were traveling to the change house via the surface access road in a toyota mantrip vehicle. upon reaching the lower-most intersection, the vehicle skidded through the intersection and struck a concrete barrier. investigation revealed the braking systems were operable.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13762,employee was working on a piece of equipment when a breaker was tripped by another employee flipped the breaker while the employee's hand was in the area of work(belt)and it cut the pad of the employee's right middle finger tip. employees were not following lock out/tag out procedures. ,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13763,ee stated that he was taking binder off tailgate when it slammed shut and mashed finger.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13764,"when digging and moving large material, the loader bucket slipped off a large rock and bounced the cab. the employee bumped his elbow on the armrest.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13765,"employee was backing up to dump when he started to raise the bed of the truck, a rock kicked out from under the right tire causing the truck to over turn.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13766,"members were working on mantrip to free a drive shaft that was fouled by the key steel from the brake disc. when the key steel was removed, the mantrip rolled away. employee attempted to set the brake and was struck in the knee by the trip causing an injury that required surgery to repair a torn meniscus.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13767,"driver's head was turned while he was backing up loader, he hit a bump and hurt his neck.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13768,"ie was helping the operator of a skid loader change the bucket. the operator blocked the bucket but the release lever jammed and they could not release the bucket. another ee had the operator raise the bucket so ee could hit the lever with a wooden block. the lever released the bucket, then falling onto both feet of ie causing a contusion.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13769,employee was operating 988b loader. exhaust leak developed with fumes entering operator's cab. employee became nauseous and light-headed and had to leave work.,HAULAGE,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -13770,ee was traveling along road way to another plant. as he was approaching a hill he moved to right side of roadway. as he proceeded the check engine lights came on. he diverted his attention to the lights and front tire came in contact w/ ditch. causing truck to tip.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13771,the ee allges that he was giving maintenance in the area of the conveyor #4 when a rock fell on his right hand.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13772,injured was walking beside a shuttle car cable when another employee moved the shuttle car. the shuttle car cable struck injured on his right knee when the cable slack was taken up.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13773,employee was driving scraper up to topsoil pile and hit several ruts that he didn't notice. this jarred the scraper and strained employee's back. employee was put on light duty for 5 duty and then returned to previous job as truck driver.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13774,preliminary investigation: the operator turned his head to face forward while applying brakes. the braking process resulted in his nose striking the canopy.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13775,employee was conducting a workplace examination on the primary conveyor belt and knocked off some built up mud on a troughing idler with a hammer. the hammer and employees left arm was pulled between the troughing idler and conveyor belt causing pain to left wrist. employee was examined by physician and released to restricted duty and is to follow-up with doctor on 2-8-12.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13776,"employee was in parking lot and walked in front of a vehicle that was traveling at a slow speed and was struck. employee did not have any significant injuries, but has had problems with knee that has required follow treatment work restrictions started on 10/18/2010.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13777,the wind blew dust and dirt off of the conveyor and got something in ee's eye. doctor removed particles from upper eye lid.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13778,injured was riding a manbus which was having trouble pulling a steep incline. another bus was brought in to aid the troubled bus. while on the incline the troubled bus rolled backwards & struc k the summoned bus. the injured saw that they were going to hit & extended his hand to brace for impact. when the buses hit the battery for the bus slid & caught his finger.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13779,ee was operatiing a shuttle car and had just received a load of coal from continuous miner. he trammed from face & made the turn to go west to the feeder. operator of 2nd shuttle car waited for ee to clear the intersection. 1st car had to back up a short distance to clear the left rib. operator of 2nd car thought he had cleared the intersection & pulled forward striking 1st car.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13780,"employee was installing a tank into a pit using a forklift with a chain placed across the forklift forks. while lowering the tank into the pit, chain slipped off the forks, caught the employee , and pulled him into the pit on top of the metal box.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13781,hot outside temperaturs causing excess moisture in the mine.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13782,"attempting to place a water tank into the back of the mack truck, the truck shifted causing operator to get caught in between the truck and the water tank.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13783,"security officer was driving nb on navajo rt 41 mile post 3.5 when vehicle ran off road to right hand shoulder, came back on road to sb lane and back to nb lane, where it ran off road down the slope and vehicle overturned.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13784,operator of the #7 water truck hit a pothole leaving the water stand causing a low back pain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13785,"ee had stayed in after his shift and as they were coming back to bottom on a golf cart the driver got too close to the rib in a turn. this caused the cart to stop, throwing ee towards the operator side. his leg struck a piece of the cart that was sharp and cut his right thigh. he was seen at union county hospital and had 16 stitches. returned to work 02/20/2015 no restrictions",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13786,"employee reported that he was driving over rough roads when he hit two holes in the road, resulting in jarring of his back and neck. he was referred to a physician who referred him to a chiropractor for treatment. this employee has not missed any work time or been restricted as a result of this injury.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13787,"employee was driving across dump, hit a pot hole and pulled a muscle in the shoulder",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13788,rail locomotive stopped suddenly and employee struck grab bar on door of cab,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13789,operator hit a bump in the road causing his head to contact the ceiling and coming down hard in seat.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13790,"ee was assembling continuous miner(cm04) in upper bed rebuild maintenance shop. crew had just completed installation of right hand cutting head motor. other ee operating eimco 913 #4 was tramming backward up north shop access road. other ee turned eimco off to communicate w/supervisor, eimco rolled forward, pinning ee between eimco forks and cutting motor.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13791,a fully trained miner was attempting to pull cable slack with a loader. the miner instructed the loader operator to pull forward as miner was standing behind the machine. miner had their arm to the left of the boom and when the machine moved forward it went to the right and the boom caught miner's arm between the boom and rib. ,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13792,"mack coal truck with dump trailor turned over onto it's right side while dumping a load of coal at the rayle river terminal in bellaire, ohio.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13793,injured was driving ramcar when dust got into his left eye. injured was wearing safety glasses & contact lenses. dust caused corneal abrasion.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13794,employee was cleaning a pile of material under a screw conveyor. he noticed a leak in the conveyor housing and attempted to stop the leak by inserting a rag into the hole. the moving screw inside the housing amputated the tips of his right index and middle fingers just below the fingernails.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13795,ee stated he was driving outby when he was exposed to smoke from friction on a nearby belt. this 7000-1 form is being submitted in reference to citation no. 8142583.,HAULAGE,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -13796,"the ee was operating the loader on 2/7/10, he reported to the company on 2/11/10 that he had hit a bump in the road when operating on 2/7/10 causing him to have pain in his back. he states that he has a pinched nerve.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13797,ee ran into corner with s/c causing the corner of the rib to roll off. the ee got out of the s/c to move the the rock out of the way and the rest of the corner fell hitting him in front of the right ear.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13798,employee was being loaded by our loaderman when a piece of frozen dirt broke loose from bucket and went into bed of his truck causing a jolt to truck causing a jerking to his back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13799,while the employees where traveling out of the mine the floor mat wadded up in such a way that it caused the throttle to stick and maintain speed when braking was necessary. the vehicle collided with the rib and resulted in a shoulder injury.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13800,"the employee went to the company doctor on 6/14/2007 and was placed on restricted duty. while driving through the plant yard and attempting to make a call on a company radio, the employee lost awareness and visibility and drove into a stock pile resulting in a contusion/superficial abrasion to r-lower leg.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13801,employee was hit in the back of leg by a wheel barrel being moved by another employee.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13802,"ee was unhooking a chain from a tail roller that had been placed by a forklift. as the forklift was leaving, the fork dropped down and contacted his right little finger, severing the tip (no bone involvement).",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13803,a ht trainee got bounced around while riding in the buddy seat causing pain in their back. employee was injured on 08/09/2021 but didn't report the incident until 08/11/2021.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13804,"ee was operating a 15 ton motor, and he had reduced the speed of that motor as it approached a track switch. the operator of another motor, following ee s motor failed to slow down for that tr ack switch, and collided into the rear of ee's motor. this knocked ee into operator deck frame, fracturing two of his ribs. no report was made of this injury until 12-1-00.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13805,"employee was running lo-trac scoop. he hit his head on fly board, snapping neck back.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13806,loader operator threw a big rock into his truck causing him a neck injury. this accident was not determinded to be work related until 10-1-02.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13807,"operator was operating the skid steer cleaning up around crushing plant, dug down to deep edge of bucket came in contact with a piece of metal in the ground. operator was thrown forward in cab, lower chest was struck by safety restraint. at the time of accident operator was fine, 1 1/2 hours later he started feeling nauseous went to hospital for exam.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13808,"a nissan titan extended cab traveling noth 129th east avenue in tulsa ran a stop sign at a ""t"" intersection, ramped a set of boulders and berms and fell into an inactive area of the mining pit.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13809,"mechanic was adjusting idle on a skid steer (#l-59) over reached his hand while attempting to make final adj/snug of adj screw, directly in-front of engine cooling fan. he was adj idle with engine running & the cooling fan struck his hand. he received a cut on right hand from the fan blade requiring 19 stiches to close. engine should have been turned off during this task",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13810,"employee was sitting in rear of bus, bus hit a hole in road and employee fell onto next seat injuring himself.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13811,"ee was tramming a battery coal hauler into the mine. he was traveling down the 8 degree man & material slope & when he was approx 100 ft from reaching the bottom of the slope, he reported lsoi ng power on the machine, causing him to lose brake & steering function.after losing power on themachine,, & with no steering functions he lost control & struck the arch supports near the slop",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13812,"ee failed to follow training and company required procedures. ee did not shut down, lock out/tag out equipment before removing a root from a moving converyor belt. injury to top of left hand. damage/impairment unknown at this time.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13813,"employee was driving a 14 person man trip on the main west travel road. as he was driving the trip, it hit an arch on the passenger side. this caused employee to hit the steering wheel, causing broken teeth.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13814,while riding on a diesel powered man trip enroute to the active mining section the conveyance ran over a ledge in the roadway thus causing the employee hand which his face was resting on to strike his jaw. the impact of which fractured his tooth.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13815,employee operating bobcat clearing material from vertical roller mill reject bin when blocked material flushed and hot powdery material entered cab of bobcat. operator received 2nd degree burn to 2 fingers and thumb on right hand.,HAULAGE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -13816,"ee was hauling from the pit to the jaw crushed. when the loader operator loaded ee's truck a larger rock rolled into the back of truck hitting the side of the bed and jarring the truck, thus causing ee to have some lower back pain. ee was taken to be evaluated and is being treated for a pinched nerve. dr. prescribed a steroid and physical therapy.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13817,while removing curb blocks from underneath shuttle car ee moved to side and said shuttle car was trammed by another ee and curb block flew up striking ee inthe jaw & cheek area causing facial fractures.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13818,"ee was struck by the 488 scoop and was caught between the scoop and the 21 s/c at or around spad #580, breaking his left leg.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13819,operating a shuttle car in a known rough roadway and struck a hole. she bounced up and struck her head on the canopy causing strain to her neck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13820,"rigging scale safety rail on the shop floor with telehandler. while doing this, rail shifted, ee tried to move out of the way, but was struck by the rail, falling to the ground, rail landing on ee's knee",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13821,while walking through the warehouse and employee was struck by a forklift which caused his right ankle to be broken.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13822,mucker bucket caught on rib left side pinning ee between mucker & rib,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13823,"employee operates loader over quarry terrain that is rough due to rains & heavy traffic, causing potholes & washouts. employee has been jostled around in loader seat continuously for weeks, resulting in low back pain, left leg pain. originally felt it was aggravation of old injury, but filed new report on 5-28-2020. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13824,inserted hand into heater box inside of cab; fan motor was running and lacerated his finger.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13825,"the 3 wheeler mantrip operator lost a wheel bearing, causing the brakes to fail. when operator jumped off, he bruised his left shoulder & broke (1) rib bone.",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -13826,employee sustained a laceration to inside of right elbow and back of right hand while pulling a loaded train into the crude ore dump pocket at the evtac plant. ee's arm was out of the window of the locomotive and was pinched between the locomotive cab and a trapping machine in the dump pocket.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13827,piece of wire came over roller & hit him in the eye.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13828,"was riding in a jeep, when jeep went into switch it derailed and injured bruised his ribs.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13829,rock from an overhead conveyor fell striking ee's safety glasses; causing a contusion of the lower eyelid of the right eye.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13830,"operating load in the pit. a rock rolled out at shot pile, hit loader bucket, made hand slip and jammed thumb which broke a bone above the thumb.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13831,"employee was a passenger in a jeep (jitney). the came off trolley pole came off the trolley wire, struck on a roof strap and was pulled out of the base. the pole struck the employee on his left elbow.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13832,"searching for keys to bobcat, when safety bar fell and hit back of head. work order for repair of safety bar written 12/99. clarklift was waiting for parts. ee was unaware of problem. poor com munications contributed to the injury.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13833,"employee legs been hurting from running 988b loader.clinic-possible strain.employee said from seat, seat replaced original was found in good working order.continued working 10 weeks but due to reduction in work force laid off 10/22/10.additional clinic visits determined torn right medial meniscus.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13834,"ee was passing by section scoop in #4 entry towards the power ctr. the rubber 2 man personnel carrier struck the operators compartment of scoop,causing wheel to spin striking ee's right hand. the ee cont'd to work with no med treatment until 1/3/05 & then started missing work days. the incident is under investigation to determine if an inj exist to prevent ee from working.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13835,while guiding the truck & trailer back to unload another car- ee crossed between the rail trailer and 2 rail cars that were already placed on the track. the cars on the track rolled toward the trailer pinching ee's right thigh.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13836,rough terrain and speed while moving material employee hit bump while running skidloader and jarred shoulder and neck,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13837,"ee was lying on the floor, partially underneath the cardboard slipsheet dispenser at plant 4, attempting clean up activities. his feet were positioned in the adjacent traffic aisle. safety shoes prevented more severe injuries.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13838,"emp & co-worker were pulling 20 hp fan cable. he was holding nip while sitting in passenger seat. as car moved, cable caught & pulled away from hand wedging it on side bar lacerating rt little finger. 8 stitches required.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13839,"going too fast on haul road, hit bump or hole, jarred neck. cervical strain.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13840,employees left index finger came into contact with an a/c fan blade.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13841,ee was tramming a jeep on the track haulage road. the trolley pole jumped off the trolley wire. the ee reached for the pole and struck his head on a beam.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13842,"employee was driving locomotive with loaded rail cars attached, going toward other cars to hook together when brakes failed. locomotive traveled 1/4 mile on a 3 slope when it hit other cars.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13843,the man walked from #7 entry to #5 entry to recover his hammer and on the way back he came inby in #6 entry. the shuttle car came around the corner and caught him against the rib.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13844,"injured was on the ground and stepped to the edge of a scissors lift, at the same time the operator was extending the outriggers, the outrigger shoe contacted the top of his foot. reulting in pressure, which caused bruises and a small cut.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13845,employee was operating the return side shuttle car in the b3 mains (mmu-02) continuous mining section. employee hit a bump in the mine floor and experienced a sharp pain in the left side; rib area. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13846,"ee was hauling materials from south to north side of quarry in haul unit. as he was driving thru tunnel, bed was partially raised causing bed to hit roof of tunnel bringing him to an abrupt halt. as he was wearing his seatbelt this caused his face & shoulder area into the steering wheel causing lacerations to his tongue & lower lip, & cervical contusion.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13847,employee was mucking in a line with a lhd with a cab. as the employee moved forward a rock came around the front of the bucket. the lhd wheel ran over the rock and jarred the employee resulting in a back injury.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13848,employee was reaching into a tail end roller of a conveyor with a shovel and then the employee's right arm got caught in roller.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13849,farm tractor rollover.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13850,ee alleged that he was injured while driving a scoop to the battery station. ee said he hit a hole causing him to bump his head on the canopy of the scoop. ee worked the entire 9 hour shift.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13851,"ee opened his truck door to get out of the truck. the door struck the loadout platform framework and bounced back, striking his right knee and causing a bruised knee.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13852,ee was operating the 992 loader in the pit area loading haul trucks. he went into the muck face and struck something solid causing him to whiplash forward. he strained the muscle in the right side of his neck and shoulder. will be off at least 3 days.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13853,"employee was operating yard loader. as ee traveled across the yard the employee hit a bump, which resulted in pain to the lower back. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13854,"employee was using loader to load blasted material into haul trucks. after leaving for the day, ee called 5 hours later to report soreness to lower back. ee was taken to doctor the next day and diagnosed with bruised tail bone. restriction applied prevent normal duties.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13855,"employee claims: ""from taking bumps in the loader. sometimes the bucket of the loader hits the wall and jerks you around pretty hard. i started to feel pain in my neck/back."" we were notified by the employee that he was having health problems on 09/03/04. the employee then notified us on 10/07/04 that the health problems were work related.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13856,the employee was riding in a scoop bucket in a sitting position when the scoop hit a hole in the road. ee bounced up & pulled muscles in lower back on left side. 100' out-by section power cent er in #5 entry.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13857,"employee was crossing tracks in shuttle wagon and brakes stop working. the shuttlewagon to hit tracks hard causing ee to bounce in seat, jamming ee's back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13858,mva-head on collision. injured employee was driving a chevrolet p/u on haul road and was struck head on by a mack truck. full investigation pending.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13859,"ee was working at the 17 east/mn3 header. ee was working with another employee was turning the belt off to remove a rock from the chute. before the belt was turned off, ee attempted to remove the rock and ee's hand was caught between the rock and the belt. the rock was removed and the hand was released from the belt and rock and ee was brought outside for an ambulance.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13860,"contract ee was standing near a moving conveyor belt. ee placed right hand on the moving belt. the conveyor caught the ees glove and pulled right index and middle finger into the 1/4"" space. ",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13861,he brought load mill scale. while dumping the mill scale it hung up in bed and truck and trailerturned over.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13862,employee was operating a 988f end loader. the air suspension compressor for the operators seat had a blown fuse. the repetitive bouncing through normal operation of the loader caused lower back pain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13863,employee was getting loaded under the p&h shovel. the first bucket that was put into the truck had some oversized rock in it. when it hit the bed it jolted the operator of the haul truck hurting her lower back. this was on employees last shift for the week. she was scheduled back on june 12th employee did not make this shift.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13864,"ee was in his haul truck waiting to be loaded by pit loader. the loader dumped a bucket into the bed and when he started backing up the loader hit his truck bed with his bucket, causing the tr uck to rock back and forth.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13865,"employee was changing out supply cars at the rock dust switch, and put one in the straight and two in the switch and brought one back out. as the employee was attaching the safety chain, the car in the straight rolled back catching the employee's foot between the supply cars. the incident resulted in a laceration to left ankle requiring sutures to repair.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13866,employee operating semi w/belly dump trailer hit bump in road and steering wheel jerked causing a muscle strain in the upper left arm,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13867,while operating a mantrip struck a battery ramcar on the travelway. the impact caused him to strike his head leaving a laceration. emts placed him on a backboard and transported by ambulance to springfield memorial er. treatment included staples to close the wound. a ct scan revealed transverse process fractures. he was admitted for observation and discharged 2/24/2010.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13868,employee was completing his normal daily task of cleaning around conveyor 19 when he heard a noise coming from a return roller. employee reached up to a return roller to remove a rock. the return roller caught his sleeve and pulled his arm into the roller causing the belt to burn his right arm.,HAULAGE,Contact with hot objects or substances -13869,"employee was using a bottle cart to move an argon bottle to his work area. as the employee was going over a 3/4"" air hose, the cart shifted causing the employees right pinky finger to be caught between the cart handle and dipper bell. the employee suffered an open fracture requiring 6 sutures. ",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13870,employee driving loader across yard and hit a rough spot causing the loader to rock sideways straining his back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13871,big rock fell from the shovel bucket and landed on dove tail of haul truck. bouncing the truck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13872,employee was hauling to dump down a long ramp. light rainfall during the shift had caused the ramp to become slick and employee slid into berm. employee noted pain in left shoulder.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13873,"bumping up face backing up hill, seam fell out trapping operator in deck of scoop.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13874,loader operator was pulling material from a wall and part of the wall fell on the bucket lifting the back end of the loader to buck up and back down. loader operator reported hitting their head on the headrest.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13875,"ie was attempting to remove mud from the transmission housing of a pickup truck. ie violated co policy by not chocking the wheels, not locking/tagging, and not de-energizing the truck prior to maintenance. resulted in truck moving while ie was still on ground with the tire of the truck contacting ee resulting in a broken clavicle and a laceration to ear",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13876,"while lifting belt structure with the bobcat the spreader bar rolled and fell smashing the employee's hand between the bucket and the rail of the structure, causing a puncture on his left hand. on march 3rd the employee was taken to seek medical attention for an infection to his left hand from the puncture. he received a few days of restricted duty to allow the infection to heal.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13877,"claimant states he was operating yard loader, digging hard material up & felt pain in back, neck& shoulder blade.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13878,employee was operating a battery powered 4 wheeler. while traveling the track entry the 4 wheeler slid off the track causing employee's neck and lower back to be jarred. employee was seen by local physician who removed him from work pending mri results.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13879,while driving a mantrip he hit a bump or a hole in the travelway & jarred his back causing immediate pain. drove himself to hospital er in lincoln where a diagnosis was inconclusive & pain medication was prescribed. an additional follow up with bansal occupational in springfield put him on a weight & position restriction & 2 weeks therapy for a lumbar strain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13880,employee reported that his back and neck area was hurting. was operating scraper. he received medical treatment and was released to restricted work.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13881,available information from the scraper operator and eye witness shows that the employee moved between a backing 633 cat scraper and his pickup out of the operators field of vision. he was run over by the left rear scraper tire resulting in death.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13882,the employee was tramming company id 537 cia scoop when ee trammed over a piece of four-inch driscoplex 6300 water pipe approximately 17ft long causing the loose end to enter the scoop operator compartment striking ee. the employee received first aid and was transported to the surface before being transported via ambulance to camc general where ee was pronounced deceased. ,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13883,employee struck his head when his forklift tipped to its side.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13884,employee was operating a diesel personel carrier when it struck the coal rib. he was ejected from the vehicle causing head and ankle injuries. the cause is undetermined due to the absence of a witness and the vitim's concussion causing a partial memory loss during the time of the accident.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13885,employee operating #4267 forklift on tilden 2 fan floor level with tines lowered when left tine caught the top of a floor launder channel causing the forklift to stop suddenly. employee was seen by on-site nurse practitioner. employee returned to work. ee developed neck pain after the incident and was eventually prescribed pt. ee complete 2nd session of pt on 05-04-2017. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13886,employee stated that as employee was tramming back toward the section feeder the shuttle car slid toward the rib where there was a crib block. the crib block slid into the shuttle car and struck the employee on employee's left lower abdomen.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13887,haul truck was backing to the shovel to get loaded when contact was made with the bucket of the shovel and the haul truck. causing discomfort to the shoulders and back of the haul truck operator. the operator did not seek medical attention until 5/9/13,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13888,"employee was attempting to dump at the stockpile when employee claims the bed came down while still partially loaded. employee was taken to the er, given a rx for muscle relaxant that the company's d&a policy does not allow employee to work while using.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13889,"stated: employee was tramming a ram car down #9 entry (#5 unit) & hit a hole in the road and his hard hat struck against the canopy. he felt pain in the right side of neck. he was treated by a chiropractor april 30, 2010 for neck pain and did not miss any scheduled work.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13890,employee drove pick-up truck into drainage ditch. driver was going too fast. passenger scraped his hand and bruised his hip/back. passenger was examined at the emergency room at the local hospital the next day and released. emergency room doctor advised employee to take monday off from work and consult personal physcian if necessary. passenger ee returned to work wed.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13891,"the man was tramming the personnel carrier up the travelway when it became stuck on a rock. as he was traveling in reverse to get off the rock, the brakes failed to stop the carrier immediately and he backed into the rib and struck a post which hit him on the hand.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13892,employee reported having back pain to his supervisor. an investigation began 4-30-01. employee states his haul truck rides very rough when passing over railroad tracks and the shocks are worn out. he was sent to doctor for an evaluation by company physician. his condition will be monitored and treatment given as prescribed by doctor.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13893,employee stated ee was operating a shuttle car in the #8 entry and the shuttle car got close to the line curtain. in order to prevent tearing the curtain down the employee jerked leg over to hit the brake. when ee did this ee felt pain in groin area. this resulted in a strain and lost work days. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13894,"ee was backing down a ramp on a worksaver. the worksaver became unstable & he struck a parked fork truck. his right leg was outside the worksaver & was pinched between it & the parked fork tru ck. due to the unstableness of the worksaver, he lost his balance, causing his right leg to be out of the worksaver during the collision.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13895,employee stated while operating shuttle car he ran over a rock in the roadway bouncing him against canopy. employee sustained compression fx to the l1 vertebrae.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13896,"two employees were engaged in dropping an empty hopper down track 5. as tackmobile approached, the bulk loader removed the rail and released the brakes on the rail car. the rail car collided w ith the trackmobile some 35 paces downgrade fromits original position. at impact the operator's left leg struck the trackmobile steering column.",HAULAGE,Struck by rolling or sliding object -13897,"the injured was operating #96 wallace mantrip, the vehicle hit a bump in the road way causing the injured to strike his head on the canopy. the injured was treated for a neck strain and released without restrictions. on 7/13/2012 he was taken off work due to headaches and diagnosed with occipital neuritis.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13898,employee was riding in a track trolley jeep. the trolley pole came off the wire in a high place. the pole flue up in the air causing a bolt to break on the pole base. the trolley pole struck the injured on neck.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13899,a haul truck driver was operating the vehicle with the window down. as driver came around a turn something entered left eye causing discomfort. ,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13900,a fork lift with a barrel dumper attachment with a band and clasp around the barrel was being used to move barrels of balls. one employee reached down to unclasp the barrel before the forklift had come to a complete stop. the forklift rolled forward and the employee caught ee's finger between the barrel dumper on the forklift and another barrel on the ground. ,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13901,"truck was being loaded by loader.the 2nd bucket had a rock in it,which jarred the ee and broke the windshield.the ee told his supervisor he felt fine and took the truck to the shop for windshield replacement.when he bent over to pick up the chock,he stated his lower back began to hurt.he was taken to the clinic and taken off work several days. ongoing.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13902,employee's hand was caught in conveyor belt.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13903,a non-collision roll over accident occurred. when unit ct 135 was topping out a uphill left hand turn when the truck experienced a non collision roll over. the driver received 6 stitches over his right eye.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13904,"no contributing factors, no damage to equipment and no damage to property.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13905,"injured did not report injury until 8/23/16. initially first aid, but condition has worsened. haul truck driver reports hit pothole in haul road, injured groin area after impact.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13906,"employee states while cleaning the mill hole off, the loader hit a large rock and came to a sudden stop jarring ee's back. employee complaining of lower back pain.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13907,ee stated was working on 4th floor when 22 tripper jumped track knocking him into the wall hitting his l shoulder/back.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13908,"employee was cleaning scrap away with his bucket. the bucket got caught on something causing the skid steer to stop quickly. when this happened the ee hit his head on something inside the skid steer. *original injury- abrasion/contusion to forehead, not msha reportable. *3-6-07 complained of back pain from injury on 2-14-07- restricted duty- low back pain.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13909,hi-lift operator was out of hi-lift to dump grizzly.was running control when a rock rolled down conveyor and hit him on head.operator did not put on hard hat when he left his machine.laceration on left side of head requiring sutures.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13910,the right side ride control went out on the loader causing the seat to bounce.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13911,employee was rear-ended on beeline hwy @ entrance area of hauling road.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13912,"ee stated that he was susing his cell phone when he drove his pickup over a 30' highwall. ee had small cuts on the face, a laceration on the forehead and a ruptured blood vessel in the upper l eft inner thigh.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13913,"he was driving shuttle car when he hit a hole in the roadway. the jolt made his teeth come together hard, breaking one tooth.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13914,employee states that he was changing the batteries on the scoop & talking to someone at the same time. he stated the scoop operator had to get his battery cable unhung & was clear to move but injured wasn't paying attention because he was talking & when he told the scoop operater to wait a second he didn't hear him. the scoop shifted & his lower left leg got sauashed.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13915,complained of pain in right arm.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13916,"while making plans to repair tailgate, tailgate broke free from bed striking injured on lower lt.leg",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13917,"the first loader bucket in a haul truck caused a loud noise, driver noticed window was spidered. as driver was taken by pickup to office to complete report, they told supervisor they had some back pain. was take to er and released. on 12/5, went to pcp, taken off until 12/20 appt. ongoing.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13918,"ee was riding in last car of man-trip...hit pothole ... bounced, hit head ...slight concussion.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13919,"employee was moving mantrip out of break to get oil. front wheel hit rib, causing steering wheelto spin. steering wheel knob struck left hand. x-ray positive.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13920,employee was tracking a conveyor belt when they slipped and pinched their hand. employee broke 3 fingers on the left hand.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13921,an employee was driving a forklift with a couple of pallets and was not able to see in front of him while another employee walked in front of him and caught his right foot with the pallets. employee was taken to emergency room to x-ray foot and found no fractures but very bruised up. the nurse said it was a contusion.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13922,ee was operating a shuttle car. the car hit a hole while on tyhe way loaded to the feeder. the car bounced causing ee to hit the canopy and injure his neck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13923,after operating bobcat on 5/17/05 employee was shoveling & slowly had onset of back pain. employee did not notify supervisor until 5/31/05 at which time he sought medical treatment,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13924,ee was tramming loader at taywood contour in pitand ran over dip in pit and jarred back pulling muscle.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13925,"trailer bed was raised to disconnect it and when it was lowered again, employee had his hand on the trailer brace and his thumb was crushed.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13926,returning down ramp when applied brakes causing him to lose control and strike loaded 785 end-dump.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13927,this was a reoccurrence of an accident that happened 12-6-02. ee was operating a front end loader and cleaning hopper on 1-29-03 and after work had a chiropractic treatment. early morning on 1 -30-03 had back spasms and did not report to work until 2-4-03.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13928,"a passenger vehicle was traveling south on illinois 57 when the vehicle veered out of the lane and hit a retaining wall on mine property. the vehicle burst into flames, killing both the driver and a passenger. neither of the individuals had any affiliation with the mine. aside from proximity to the road, the mine had no involvement in the accident.",HAULAGE,Contact with hot objects or substances -13929,"as the rubber-tired vehicle was getting off the track, it hit a bump and the injured person grabbed onto the side of the frame. he caught his fingers between the vehicle and the track rail. cause was safety awarness. compliance with rules/regs not a factor, protective gloves were being worn, miner proficiency a factor, mining equipment/systems could be a factor.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13930,"injured was using the hose on the vacuum truck. there was high pressure on the hose. the hose jerked with the pressure and hit injured, causing her to fall backwards onto the floor.",HAULAGE,Fall to the walkway or working surface -13931,equipment operator hurt neck and back when operator hit a pothole while operating a front end loader.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13932,while installing lifeline along belt loop of line came in contact with roller. he was holding onto rest of line and it pulled his arm into roller.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13933,reached around behind and above to adjust cb radio and felt a sharp pain in neck and upper back. not reported and no lost time until 12-20-01.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13934,"ee was going to change batteries, when he hit a hole in the roadway, causing him to jam his neck.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13935,he notified employer of an alleged sprain/strain injury to back occurring on the date of incident when he bumped into the back of another truck while attempting to stop at bottom of hill. he did not acknowledge an injury or any form of pain or discomfort. he has since alleged this injury after being terminated from employment.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13936,"employee was riding in a manbus that was stopped at a switch for the switch to be thrown so they could continue straight, when they were struck by another manbus from behind causing injury to lower back. employee has been working since date of accident until 7/17/2020, when ee was taken off work due to continued back pain.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13937,ee was operating shuttle car and hit a bump. ee bumped against inside of cab bruising l ribs and shoulder. ee was treated and released to perform normal work duties. subsequent medical evaluation generated restrictions and resulted in lost-time 5/5/10.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13938,"after helping change a set of scoop batteries, employee laid a hand on the scoop bucket. the operator inadvertently bumped the ram lever, catching employee's hand.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13939,was hit on side of head with rock from conveyer.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13940,"employee was riding on a rubber tire man trip, he raised up, caught his shoulder, rolled him out of trip causing injury to his ribs.",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -13941,"the employee stated was tramming a jlg when ee rolled over a rock with the tire of the machine. when ee rolled over the rock, the basket jerked upward quickly and the employee hit ee's finger on one of the railings in the cage. ee's left ring finger was x-rayed and found to be fractured. ",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13942,"foreign body in eye. mud truck was dumping a very wet load of mud. when it hit the ground, mud hit him in the face. mud washed into his eye.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13943,"ee seen a bone specialist on 10-26-00 for low back pain. he will ""possibly"" return to work after taking physical therapy.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13944,scoop bounced on roadway going in.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13945,"an over-the-road truck driver (not a miner, nor an employee) was pinned against a loading dock by a shuttle trailor that was backing up to the dock.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13946,"employee said he had back pain after loader was putting rock on 777a hauler. he was driving, has had previous back injury.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13947,"employee was operating a scoop at the end of the track scooping up a motor to load on a flatcar. he backed the scoop in a break, when he did he backed over a timber 6x6x8 ft long. his head hit the side post of the canopy on the scoop.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13948,"struck in the right foot by rail that was caught by scoop tractor and bent, causing contusion and swelling to right foot",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13949,employee was riding in mantrip to section when he stated that he hit his hardhat on a roofbolt.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13950,employee was operating mack stock truck when he caught his right hand between dump lever and structural i-beam.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -13951,victim was riding on man trip with his foot vertical up and down. a low roof bolt was hanging from roof and caught his foot and rolled his foot up into the top between mine roof and man trip.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13952,ee was backing up the service truck out of a crosscut. the front bumper hit a shuttle car tire that was leaned against the rib. the tire fell over and hit him on the left foot fracturing his g reat toe.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13953,employee was pushing a wheel barrow down a ramp when the wheel barrow fell over. employee tried to stop the wheel barrow but could not. the weight was too heavy to pull upright.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -13954,ee on the ground changing batteries. co-worker started the 785c service truck and got out of the cab to tell him to turn off the welder. the 785 rolled back and trapped his right leg and foot between the bumpers of the trucks. co-worker got back into the cab and put the 785 in reverse to get the bumper off of his right leg and foot. he took injured ee to the hospital immediately.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13955,"ee removed guard, pushed on vee belt to check belt, causing belt to grab and start. this pulled ee's finger into pully and cut off the right index finger at the base of nail.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -13956,employee was traveling access road to get to the drill when the road broke off and turned over the truck he was traveling in.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13957,ht was coming down the ramp from the dump hit a patch of ice and slid into ee's truck on the right hand side. ee's truck was stopped at the time of impact moving the truck a couple of feet. operator reports back and neck strain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13958,"while operating a water truck up a ramp in the quarry, the employee ""blacked-out"", causing the truck to climb over the berm, descend a 25-foot high embankment and overturn onto its side on a h aul road below.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13959,while operating the rubbered tired mantrip the ee struck the rib and jarred his low back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13960,haul truck operator hit a pot hole enroute to in-pit crusher. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13961,"employee had the engine hood cover up as ee was servicing the lo-trac, when the engine was started the vibration caused the door cover latch come out allowing hood to fall on employees right hand causing fracture to hand.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13962,miner was operating a wheel loader. when he exited the loader cab he noticed pain in his lower right back. can't pin pain down to any one single event. he was diagnosed with an acute low back strain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13963,employee injured servicing gm autocar fuel truck when an unplanned movement of the truck occured. employee was struck by the rear bumper of the fuel truck while walking between the rear of the truck and partially closed shop door. employee sustained a broken pelvis,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13964,"employee was operating loader, he went over a bump and hit his head on the rops.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13965,ee was struck by a rock while eiding a mantrip. he placed his hand on side of mantrip and each struck his index finger at right hand.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13966,lifting cumbersome choker cable to put onto storage wheel.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13967,mechanic & welder were in the jlg man basket removing a leveling cylinder pin. welder was repositioning the basket the machine was shut off & the boom started to settle resulting in the arm sliding forward. as the boom lowered it pinned the mechanic between the upper bucket & the back railing of the man basket resulting in an injury to the mech left ear. seen at er received sutures,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13968,jammed head against roof and strained neck and spine.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13969,employee operating a boat contacted a sand bar throwing ee forward into a seat. this resulted in three fractures in ee's back.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13970,right front wheel fell off the kubota causing vehicle to stop abruptly resulting in fractured ribs. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13971,turning off stock pile hit the end of berm jarring ee side to side sore and tight body his heal would not touch floor.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13972,"a customer truck driver got out of his truck while a mine front end loader operator was loading his truck with sand. he was working on something on the back of his truck and forgot to set his parking brake. the truck began to roll back and he could not get out of the way, resulting in the customer being pinned under his truck",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13973,"private contractor dumping dirt on our dumpsite broke down, requiring to be pulled out to a safe location to work on truck. chain broke and hit windshield shattering glass on truck driver causing minor cuts/scratches to right ear and right cheek. no other injuries. injury not requiring medical attention.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13974,employee was driving a 2-man diesel ride down the supply road (#6 entry) of the 4 north panel and ran over a piece of rock. this caused the ride to elevate striking his head on a roof bolt plate cutting his head in three different locations. he received a total of 31 sutures.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13975,at 11:00 am an operator was loading rocks into the haul truck. as the loader was lifting to dump into the truck the loader shifted causing a large rock to come back into the cab breaking through the front windshield. the rock and windshield landed on the employee's knee and hand. employee has a fractured finger and needed stitches to close a laceration to the left ring finger.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -13976,while driving a ram car on unit 1 the employee bumped their head against the canopy of a ram car. the ie stated that they drove through a hole which caused them to suddenly come up and in contact with the canopy.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13977,ee was jogging conveyor to remove mud and oversize before releasing the conv. for operation - pressed button to energize the conv. torque arm welds broke loose from the head section of the conveyor and the reducer/motor rotated downward motion of the catwalk striking ee on ee's left shoulder ,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13978,"this claim has been denied by w/c for inability to provide specific event or reliable date. employee alleges back soreness / aggravation over time possibly from seat in 988h loader #54. employee claims back has not improved over time. sought medical treatment on 6/10/19, prescribed physical therapy on 6/14/19.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13979,"employee reported having discomfort in their back after operating a skid steer. refused medical treatment. later sought treatment with personal physician, then requested medical attention. incident investigated for questionable work-relatedness. decision made internally to accept. on restricted duty.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13980,"employee was operating a rock truck when he encountered rough terrain, causing the truck seat to bottom out, resulting in neck and back pain. the employee began missing work on august 5, 2013, as a result of this injury.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13981,"ee was being trained on loader she was sitting next to the trainer. while loading a truck the trainer bumped the hoist controller jarring the machine. the ee hit the side door latch with her l eft side. she finished the shift and went on dayoff. on 6-19-02 she was diagnosed as having a fractured rib. she was given work restrictions, which took effect on her next shift on 6-21-02.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13982,"moving a manbasket, unit hit a bump, resulting in loss of balance and causing him to fall in basket. he was using a safety belt at the time.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13983,hit pot hole in road causing him to bounce in seat and hit head on air conditioner causing a laceration,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13984,"the employee was assisting in recovering an impact bed rom the 010 24 west belt transfer. he was hooking up a chain to the impact bed. when the scoop trammed forward (to impact bed) the bucket caught a tranfer beam lying on the bottom, pushing it forward, pinching the upper left arm and causing bruising and laceration.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13985,"hoisting motor up into position using a chain-fall come along the rigging. slipped and the 250 pound motor fell approx 2 ft and hit the ee above the knee and dropped into a wheel ballrell, whi ch caused the wheel barrel to tip and hit the same knee at the knee cap.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -13986,employee was riding as a passenger in vn975. the van was coming up the hercules ramp when it hit a pothole in the haul road and jarred the occupants of the van.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13987,tram stuck on pc. went over embankment.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -13988,"loader operator was injured while driving loader on uneven grad the loader rocked from side to side and his right leg below the hip hit the metal bar support to the arm rest inside the loader. ""this incident was just viewed as a first aid until a drain was applied to the bruise to aid in healing of the bruise.""",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13989,"ee was traveling down steep grade in front end loader, when engine failed. the brakes & steering failed when engine stalled. ee struck a forklift at bottom of grade. reportable due to restric ted duty via dr.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13990,"while backing haul truck under shovel bucket, the bucket swung forward and struck headache rack of haul truck resulting in impact, jamming operator.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13991,"employee was walking alongside moving forklift, forklift turned and ran over employee's left heel.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -13992,"on 11/7/19 the employee received stitches to close a laceration. while hosing the catwalk near the feeder, the feeder became clogged, and a rock fell out striking the employee on ee's hand resulting in a laceration to the right index finger. ",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -13993,employee was operating a truck and was stopped at a stop sign. another employee operating a different truck ran into the back of the first employee's truck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13994,"injured person was operating a shuttle car when he struck a pothole in the mine floor and jarred the shuttle car, injuring his back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13995,ee was fatally injured when the articulated haul truck ee was operating traveled off of a haul road into a lake at the hallett materials sand and gravel pit. the crew was stockpiling production material during the night shift when they noticed ee was missing. crew members began searching for the missing ee and found ee's haul truck submerged in water.,HAULAGE,Drowning -13996,employee was shoveling #6 tail piece when a rock came off the belt and hit him on the top of his left hand.,HAULAGE,No Value Found -13997,ee was being loaded and was jarred in the haul truck when some muck hit the dove tail. ee was taken off work.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -13998,ee was working with rib roller and it rolled off on his l leg and arm.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -13999,employee was riding on a 4 man diesel ride behind the driver. as the ride entered a turn an object was kicked up in the air and struck employee in the nose and mouth. employee suffered a laceration to the nose and several teeth were loosened.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14000,while being loaded at the loader and the knuckles on the bucket hit the top side of the haul truck. employee did not feel like they needed medical attention at that time. on 8/23 employee complained that their back was worse and employee was taken to the clinic the morning of 8/24/20.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14001,employee was driving haul truck when he encountered a series of potholes that bounced the truck causing him to strike left arm on armrest jarring left shoulder. this reulted in a left shoulder strain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14002,"employee was helping load a welder cable in a scoop bucket and when the scoop operator was told to stop the scoop, the operator dropped the bucket to the ground. employee had his foot under the bucket. lack of safety awareness and communication contributed to injury. miner proficiency was a factor.",HAULAGE,Struck by rolling or sliding object -14003,"employee was applying stone on travelway with scoop when side of scoop opposite the operators compartment sank in a soft spot, thus permitting the operators side to raise and in doing so emplo yee struck head against roof as well as a roof bolt. employee received staples for laceration.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14004,ee haulage truck was transporting coal to typo tipple on haul road at east long mine when ee truck was struck in the side from behind by another ee truck driven. the other ee jumped from the truck making it a runaway because it was said it would not stop,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14005,ee was walking to the upper lab when truck yard pick up truck ee making him fall backwards. truck driver put on brakes before striking ee but it was a little late.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14006,ee was going to section feeder in a loaded shuttle car when he hit some bad bottom in mine floor. he said it caused him to be ejected out of the 21sc onto mine floor.,HAULAGE,Fall from machine -14007,"while trying to retrieve the loading spoon from inside the boom assembly on gme 02 emulsion truck, his partner who was in the basket at the time accidently touched one of the control levers causing the boom to retract breaking employee's left arm. at the time the engine on the unit was running.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14008,employee stated that the man-trip hit a hole and jarred their back. pain started going down the right leg immediately. this resulted in sprain/strain and lost work days. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14009,"the shuttle belt and the hp 300 crusher discharge belt were not de-energized, and the electrical disconnects were not ""locked-out"" prior to work being performed. see citation #879638",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14010,employee was caught between coal rib and his mobile bridge carrier.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14011,"ee experienced a pain between her shoulder blades as she was driving her loaded haul truck to the waste stockpile. her fingers of left hand began to tingle. emergency room doctor diagnosed str ained muscles in upper back and she saw a chiropractor for an ""adjustment"" on 11-17-03.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14012,employee went up on top of crusher to help unplug it. he put the basket up along side of handrail. when he got out of the basket it popped up and pinched his index finger between the handrail on crusher and basket of manlift.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14013,"right rear wheel mounting bolts sheared off while approaching the dump area at a low speed. the right wheel motor and tires came off the haul truck.the employee declined a medical examination, stated she was not injured, continued to work remainder of shift and rotation (1/11-12-13).on 1/15 the employee called to say she was seeing a doctor due to neck and back strain.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14014,ee was pulling a rolling dumpster backwards below the clinker cooler towards the #5 south hopper when ee pinched ee's left hand between the rolling dumpster and a support beam causing a one-inch open wound on the side of ee's left hand below ee's pinky finger. ee received stitches to close the wound. ee was wearing ee's work gloves at the time. ,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14015,"loader ran into the front of watertruck crushing it in. watertruck driver was able to get himself out of watertruck. ee was taken to emergency center and checked by dr, dr released ee to retur n to work as he found no injuries. no x rays or prescriptions were issued. 3 week 6-18-01 after the incident the ee started experiencing pain and returned to the dr for a follow up. dr ordere",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14016,"while hooking up the reel machine trailer to a four-wheeler atv, the atv operator backed up and struck a leaching employee. the employee fell to the ground and the rear right tire ran over the employee's left upper arm and left leg.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14017,"employee stated that he was operating a truck hauling refuse to the disposal area. as he was hauling loads of refuse over an alledged rutted out road, he developed pain in his back and neck ar ea which progressively got worse. notified foreman on 6/12/02 and then was reportable due to lost time incurred on 6/17/02.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14018,vehicle with non-power steering and a small material pile.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14019,employee was servicing # 4006 ride under the hood. the ride inadvertently moved causing the hood to slam down on his left hand arm and wrist.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14020,"employee was tramming a battery powered scoop in reverse when he run over a section of scrap water line, the pipe bent upward and came into the operator compartmant striking the operator in the left rib area.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14021,employee was standing in front of a four-wheeler at the power center. a hauler came through and struck the ride and pushed it into the employee's knee. he was brought outside and an ambulance took him to the hospital. he has an appointment to see a specialist.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14022,"ee failed to come to a complete stop and yeild right of way to the coal hauler at the main mineintersection. contributing factor, windows on ee's vehicle were iced (fogged) up. ee's vehicle was totaled",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14023,"employee was kneeling on a catwalk and was using a 3/4"" pry bar to scrape build up from the top drum of a gravity take up on the #7 conveyor, while the belt was running. the belt grabbed the bar and pulled it through the drum causing the pry bar to be pulled from his hands causing lacerations from the mushroomed end of the bar.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14024,forklift operator raised a portion of ballasted track so the supplyman could run a chain under the rail and tie off a flatcar. the fork caught under the ball of the rail and the fork bounced loose striking the supplyman in the face. he received fractures to the right eye socket and cheek area. he is off work for treatment.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14025,crew was loading compressor on semi-truck trailer and employee's left hand was pinched in-between trailer bulkhead and skid mounted compressor.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14026,"ee was riding mantrip to section from surface. mantrip ran over a piece of rock. mantrip bounced and jarred his back whcih resulted in pain later that day. called in 2/17/05 informing me about accident, said ee was going to have back checked at hospital",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14027,"on the above listed date, ee was in the process of dumping k-rock and the trailer tipped on its side. he hit his head on an unknown object inside the truck cab. the trailer, a 2001 vantage, was towed away. the tractor, a 1996 freightliner, has been inspected. it passed and is in accordance with 49 cfr part 396.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14028,"material in a cone discharge conveyor tailpully caused the belt to stop, the plant operator radioed ee to check out the belt. he climbed up on the plant grabed the drive belts to turn the conveyor backword by hand to clean the tailpulley out. as he did the plant operator started the conveyor.his thumb went arond the vee belt pulley severing the tip of his thumb.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14029,employee was driving mack dumptruck downhill. he lost brake pressure while trying to downshift. the employee tried to manuever the truck around a corner and the truck tipped and fell over on the driver's side.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14030,the 769c cat truck run by employee was leaving stripping area then backing down a grade to dump when the truck began to free wheel and ran up over the berm and upset into pit.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14031,ee is a truck driver in the quarry mining department . he was going to dump a load when he apparently got too close to edge of road. road was soft from recent rains. he lost control of truck. truck overturned.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14032,running 988f loader moving a big rock when bucket teeth slipped off. bucket hit another rock jarring employee's back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14033,truck overturned after slope failed at end of ramp in progress.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14034,injured was tramming a scoop up to pick up some rock dust. when he went around a corner of a block he put his left hand outside of the scoop and in between the hinge point of the scoop just outside the operators deck. as he turned the two halves of the scoop came together catching his finger.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14035,"when the bed on the truck was raised, the rear wheels sank causing the bed to flip over.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14036,"he was running the loader when a big piece of hammered rock fell out of the bucket, he then ran the rock over with the loader the bouncing around in the cab threw his back out.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14037,the loader brakes had been fixed. a leakage of brake fluid continued and the mechanic was called to fix it. the operators were doing the inspections at the beginning of each shift and adding t he necessary brake fluid. this operator did not make the beginning inspection and the equipment ran out of brake fluid causing the brake failure.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14038,"the continuous operation of the bucket loader has caused strain to lower back and pain down his right leg. also, has caused numbness to right foot.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14039,non-mining related airplane with 3 people on board crashed into dredge lake 5000 feet away from mining activities. complete destruction of air plane and 3 fatalities who were pilot and passengers. impairment impacted production due to the search and recovery of plane and passengers. airplane passenger was killed as a result of the crash. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14040,"employee was operating a 21 sc, hit hole in bottom jarring lower back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14041,"employee was struck by a 30""x 2""steel rock breaker pick after he placed it on the face conveyor handrail & it fell into the moving face conveyor causing it to bounce back hitting him on the rt. side of his head.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14042,"ee was working on top of a miner in the shop, supporting himself by holding onto the hoist rail. the crane was moved towards him, hitting his hand.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14043,"miner was operating ee's personal vehicle, traveling from the mine entrance to our contractor shop when the vehicle ee was operating made contact with a concrete barrier used to post a stop sign for the inbound traffic. miner suffered muscle strains due to the impact of ee's vehicle and the barrier.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14044,tailgate drive cover came off. cover came down coveyor to shearer. cover jammed into shearer gear box and sprocket. gear box bolts sheared sending bolts flying. one bolt hit back of employee's left hand against shield leg ram.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14045,"employee approached a haul truck parked at the ready line. he lifted his left foot to step onto the lower step of the access ladder, and felt a `pop' in his right knee. he immediately stopped on the ladder, and waited for the situation to feel better. after a few moments, he continued on up the ladder, and completed the work on the door, and then exited the truck.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14046,diesel man bus engine solenoid would not pull in enough for the engine to start. the engine cover (hood) was raised to push solenoid in by hand. the vibration of the engine starting caused the hood to fall striking his left hand and right middle finger resulting in a contusion of the left wrist and a fx distal tuft right 3rd finger/laceration.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14047,"employee was operating a shuttle car on uneven bottom on a continuous miner section. as he wastramming the shuttle car, he hit his hard hat onunderside of canopy. he felt pain in his neck, right shoulder and back. there was no damage orimpairment to mining operation or equipment; theinjury did not involve any aspect of compliance,job skills, proficiency, attitude or protective",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14048,"employee reached into conveyor belt area while equipment was running. employees hand was caught in tail pulley. left arm was amputated approximately 4"" below elbow.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14049,"after locking and tagging out the #4 screw bowl he removed the inspection cover and found it full of coal fines. to remove fines, he punched them with his right fist. the blades were still rotating and he lacerated the back of his hand. ligament damage required surgery. no time was missed and he returned to his normal duties.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14050,belt was wet when the clamps were installed causing them to slip releasing the belt line causing the accident injuries. ,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14051,scoop operator was unloading a piece of metal from scoop bucket. he stepped between the bucket & a mine post. the scoop drifted forward & smashed his leg. he worked until 1/11/06. his leg swelled up & the dr. told him to stay off of it & keep it elevated.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14052,"while cleaning no. 9 entry on no. 1 section, employee peeled up a large floor rock measuring approximately 38"" wide x 40"" long x 6"" thick. the rock flipped up and partially entered the operators deck striking employee on the side of the head. resulted in a laceration of ee's ear requiring surgery. ",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14053,on 2-26-02 ee was operating a truck and hit a hole in the road and got jarred ground in the truck. this is one of many back and neck strains he has received over the past several years this ac cident is being reported as a repeated trauma injury because of the ee's history.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14054,ee was operating trail motor when lead motor and trip lost traction and was struck by trailing motor.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14055,"employee was driving the #2 mut (mine utility truck). at 117 break f-mains, the employee hit a hole in the mine roadway bouncing ee up off the seat, causing ee to hit head off the roof, jamming their neck. the employee continued to work until 2/8/2023 when ee went to the doctor and was taken off. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14056,the truck operator was driving from the material extraction point to the crushing plant when apparently lost the vehicle control and impacted the berm and as consequence overturned. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14057,six employees traveling 90 day primary escapeway. the covered mantrip that they were traveling on rubbed a roof bolt and the back cover was pulled loose. the scsr storage box mounted under the cover struck an employee in the face and right eye.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14058,"the coal feeder conveyor was hung up, it was being cleared. the employee had his foot in conveyor & the chain was reversed. the employee's were told the chain was going to be ran, then the man 's foot got ran under guard at tailshaft.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14059,employee was on motor and the car stop stuck and the bar used to free the car stop slipped and hit employee in the face,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14060,"while employee was driving a rubber tired 2-3 man ride, employee hit rib with front tire causing steering knob to strike right hand.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14061,truck bounced causing rt knee to hit console.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14062,ee was operating a small bobcat front end loader. while doing so the ee was having to frequently twist his torso to look over his shoulder to see where he was going as he backed the front end loader. this repeated twisting aggrevated a previous shoulder injury. the ee reported the injury 12/08/03. he was placed on modified duty on 12/15/03.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14063,"he was operating a mobile bridge unit & while back up, he ran over something in the road causing him to be jarred. drs report on 9/27/05",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14064,"truck was backed up grade to place material in a washed area of the road. when operator raised the truck bed, the truck began to roll and operator lost control. the truck traveled over an embankment and rolled. as a result of the incident the operator received a cut to the head and broken knee.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14065,employee was backing up on hyster. he had his foot on the step of the hyster and caught his heel on a super sack twisting his heel and ankle resulting in strain/brusing to the ankle and foot.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14066,subject was clearing rock dust from discharge point between stone splitter & conveyor. he energized the conveyor in reverse & pinky finger on right hand got caught between conveyor tail & splitting machine discharge lip.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14067,the 5&6 belta shut down and victim telephone outside and was told problem was at #5 drive upon assiving at the #5 drive he found that coal and rock had pile under the drive activating the goh switch thus shuting down the belts. the victim took a piece f drill steel and begin punching the material loose down onto #4 belt when suddenly some of the rock slid down onto steel pushing i,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14068,ee was attending to no.1 tailpiece to ensure correct loading from no.2 head pulley he tried to push the moving conveyor down inside a skirting rubber when the belt caught his sleeve pulling h is arm down between the belt & skirting this caused a deep cut into his left arm,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14069,employee was driving a loaded hauler when he backed the hauler into a pond with no hesitation.,HAULAGE,Drowning -14070,"miner was cleaning up at the 2400 lay-down was placing rubbish in ee's loader bucket. a second loader was tramming muck up the ramp. the second loader hit the miner who was cleaning up. contact with the second loader grill caused a ""closed, non-displaced left clavicle shaft fracture"". ",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14071,"driving water wagon uphill on ramp from stockpile area to truck scales. machine lost power, started rolling backwards. brakes failed, rolled approx 100', jacknifed on level ground. the ee unbuckled his seat belt & jumped or was thrown from cab.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14072,employee's right foot was run over by right rear tire of forklift. operator did not see him sweeping the floor behind him while backing up. bruised foot.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14073,hoist opr was sending material into mine. approached landing too fast. skip bottomed out in sump before stopping causing minor damage to skip bottom. speed and weight of load prevented skip fr om stopping before governor overspeed took over and began stopping skip.,HAULAGE,"Accident type, without injuries" -14074,"was dumping load coal trailer turned over, laceration on forehead requiring 3 stitches.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14075,"his tailgate would not close. a mine employee of ours brought a loader to help close the tailgate. injured held a board on the tailgate so it wouldn't get scratched. when the loader made co ntact w/tailgate, injured's finger was pinched. he had a cut that required three stitches.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14076,members were installing walkway to refuse crusher. the plant feed belt had shut off. injured was welding on the walkway when the belt re-started. a piece of rock fell off and struck him on the head. marfork safety dept. learned of this accident requiring stitches on 7/14/2004.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14077,"while employee was operating back mbc, the miner and front mbc was moving forward. employee had his front part of the bridge in the air, when he ran out of slide, pulling the front part of the mobile down causing the back part of the mobile (kitchen) to roof out, causing the employee to jam his head against the roof.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14078,a rock fell off of truck and struck the victim in the mouth requiring sutures to his lip.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14079,employee was driving a loader and hit a big root causing his neck to twist to one side. he did not report accident or seek treatment until 1/8/07 cervical strain-light duty.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14080,while backing up a rock truck the wheels slipped in soft material and employee's knee struck against the inside of the truck cab. injury was not the result of a training or compliance issue.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14081,"haul truck driver was performing normal task when he felt an irritation in his eye. after the use of eye wash station employee stated his eye still felt irritated. taken to doctor as precautionary measure. prescription medication prescribed, returned to full duty.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14082,when a 992g loader was cleaning the base of a highwall. the bucket of loader knocked a section of rock lose that fell onto the bucket. the loader was jolted around causing the employee to hit their right side on the arm rest. seat belt was being used. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14083,employee tried to fix a skirt board rubber while belt was in operation. employee did not contact the plant operator as required for lockout. injured thumb- right hand,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14084,two men were riding in a golf cart toward the mine portal down grade when their brakes failed and they ran the golf cart into a gravel pile.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14085,haul truck slid into another haul truck due to weather conditions on roadway causing employee to strain back. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14086,"removed wheel chalk from bracket and when it came down, it caused something in arm to pull and felt a sharp pin.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14087,"driver of dump truck said he hit a dip in the pit, bottomed seat out jarring him and hurting his back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14088,employee was dumping a wheelbarrow when he lost his footing and slipped. as he fill his face hit the wheelbarrow.,HAULAGE,Fall onto or against objects -14089,"as employees truck was being loaded by the 5130 excavator. the excavator slipped on the icy bench as the operator was swinging a load into the truck, causing the bucket of the excavator to str ike the headache rack of the truck. as a result of the impact employee complained of soreness in her neck and upper back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14090,"logging chain bound in track of d9g tractor invisible to operator when started tractor. backed about 15 ft, chain tightened, broke & hit operator on side of nose (about 1"" cut) and end of chin (about 1/2"" cut). four stitches in cut on nose and 1 stitch in chin.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14091,"employee made a right turn off the haul road to enter the site. upon entering the site, the employee turned sharply to the right. the truck was unable to complete the turn and overturned onto the driver's side. employee received a cut to the top of right hand requiring stitches and extensor tendon repair of right index finger. ",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14092,hit with forks on skidsteer on left arm.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14093,"after eating dinner under a shade tree, ee's were headed back to washing plant to work. ee's gave the truck a lot of gas and injured slid out the back of the truck landing on his head.",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -14094,traveling out of mine on man trip. the man trip did not stop & traveled through the closed doors. injured employee was riding in the front seat. the right side door struck the ee's upper right arm.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14095,"a spare tire lying on the mantrip caught a hanging cable and drug the tire, hitting the employee in the back of the head, pushing his neck into his chest causing a strained muscle. he continued to work but was on restricted work for 3 days.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14096,"ee was driving a 240 ton production truck to haul plant gobber reject material. while positioning the truck for loading, he drove over a ledge, causing minor damage to the truck and jarring th e driver. he saw a physician the next day who diagnosed acut lumbar & cervical strain and took ee off work.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14097,"rounding corner past 44 chute going towards 33 chute, he slowed for water on road. turning lefttruck veered right & struck rib on right side by34 chute entrance. flat tire & broken steering arm.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14098,ee was operating a haul truck & loader operator placed a large stone in the bed of the truck which rocked the truck & ee hit his left elbos on the window handle. he was wearing his seat belt.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14099,"employee was operating a getman tractor pushing a sled around the corner, employee grabbed the outside of the cab to pull self up in the cab seat. as the center section (pulling end) of the getman contacted the cab (motor end), it smashed employee's hand between the two sections. ",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14100,employee was backing haul truck into pit area to be loaded when they felt pain in the left arm.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects -14101,injured employee was helping install a new roll of plastic wrap on a wrapping machine. employee failed to comply with lockout/tagout policy and procedures. he stepped up onto a conveyor and tripped a photo eye which started the conveyor. employee's foot was caught between the conveyor and the wrapping machine feed conveyor. he received minor scrape and bruise to right ankle.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14102,employee was operating a haul truck when he drove over a rut in the decline and felt a pain in his back. employee sought medical attention on 8/12/2013 and was given a full duty release. employee sought medical attention again on 8/16/2013 where he was released with restricted duty.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14103,"employee stated that while traveling over a flat car in a track spur, ee rammed ee's hard hat into a low hanging bolt that caused ee to fall. cause of this injury was awareness of ee's surroundings. compliance with rules/regulations, ppe (at this time), mining equipment/systems not a factor. miner proficiency/attitude may be a factor.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14104,the employee stated he was tramming scoop and hit a hole in the roadway which jarred his back. he took the scoop inby one crosscut and got hung up. crib blocks were placed under the wheels and when he trammed off the blocks it jarred his back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14105,"during a belt extension, employee was hit by a cable used to pull the old conveyor off. an employee started moving the jeep unaware that the cable was still attached. once the cable starting moving it tripped the employee causing ee to fall on ee's right side. ",HAULAGE,Fall to the walkway or working surface -14106,employee was driving a locomotive from access 3 into tunnel 1 when he struck a parked ore train. we beleive the employee struck his chin on the noise shield resulting in a laceration. the 1 inch laceration required stitches.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14107,"ee was assisting in setting steel arches at the return air shaft. he was guiding the 3 1/2 scoop into the leg on the arch to install the spreader pipe and bolt. as the leg was moved in, he placed his r. middle finger between the pipe and arch, resulting in the tip of his finger being amputated. ee was transported to the hospital and the fingertip was reattached.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14108,employee was going up steps at the jaw. a rock rolled down the jaw belt and fell off the belt. the rock hit the employee in the back.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14109,ee was hooking a chian to pinner and scoop to pull it out of a hole when scoop bucket hit one side of atrs causing it to swing around hitting ee and knocking him down.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14110,ee claims rupture in coolant tank is leaking on exhaust manifold & fumes are entering cab of vehicle causing a variety of symptoms from dizz- ness to illness.,HAULAGE,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -14111,haul truck driver backed into the bucket of loader causing the truck to come to an abrupt stop jarring the drivers back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14112,the injured miner was operating a permissible stinger in the return air course. as ee was traveling the front axle became loose and caused the steering wheel to turn uncontrollably and strained in ee's right shoulder. the injured miner went to the doctor on 07/15/2019 and ee was placed on modified work duty. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14113,"while working on a/c on truck, reached into fan and cut tip of right hand middle finger almost completely through.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14114,subject was operating 10 sc joy shuttle car. switched direction of travel (change seats) felt pain in left hip.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14115,"employee was in the process of placing a sequence roller onto the feeder when he inadvertently stepped on a moving conveyor belt, which threw him against the top; then, while in a panic state of mind, he grabbed a top roller which, in turn, caused him to be thrown to the bottom.",HAULAGE,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -14116,"parked scoop on hillside, got out to load canopy, scoop drifted causing employee to be struck by caopies in scoop bucket.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14117,"ee was hooking a chian up to a lifting eye on a concrete block. the chain was hooked to the bucket of 9 cat 980 loader. the loader operator put tension on the chain before he got his hands cla ear. it pinched his fingers. ee and operator lowered the bucket, it broke a finger and took skin off and a nail.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14118,person was driving a pickup to the primary to pick up employee. he went around the corner at the ramp on the wrong side of the road. the sun was in his eyes and he ran head on into another pickup coming from the primary.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14119,"employee was cleaning #11 clinker feeder with a hose from the vacuum truck. the hose kicked back and the wood handle struck him in the chest he received contusion, possible fracture on left si de ribs.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14120,"while pinning coal with his loader in the pit, the loader movement strained his neck.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14121,"per call to kim- operator was on way down to bottom of pit, his truck was found at the bottom of pit, not sure what caused accident.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14122,"employee was helping rock dust, standing by scoop when operator went to move scoop and backed over his foot. he went to the hospital; big toe was broken.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14123,ee got dust in left eye. physician prescribed 3 days light duty.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14124,employee's hand got caught between a rock and the rollers on the conveyors; caused laceration in ring finger of left hand.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14125,employee was repairing/troubleshooting a water truck. he was positioned around the engine compartment. a coworker started the engine and two of his right-hand fingers were hit by the fan blade.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14126,"injured employee was positioned at the end of the line curtain in no. 3 heading when he stepped into the path of a shuttle car that was in the process of backing up, pinning him between rib and shuttle car, resulting in a contusion and laceeration to his left leg.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14127,"the ee was pushing an elec. cart, when he felt a pain in his right elbow.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -14128,attempting to get rock unstuck ee was reaching into catch box & got ee's hand stuck between catch box and head pulley of the slinger belt. ee leaned forward with the rock as it fell. the rotation of the head pulley pulled ee's hand and the rock into the gap between the head pulley and the catch box. partial amputation of ee's right pinky finger. ,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14129,"ee was obtaining sample from bag when co-worker operating forlift attemtpted to move a pallet wall. operator struck ee with pallet wall, pinning his right foot between pallet wall and marblemite bulk bag pallet.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14130,"while thawing ice on a bin pulley, a propane thawing device became entangled, causing the employee to become entangled. investigation continues.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14131,the employee was struck in the lower leg by a steel plate diesel scoop attachment. the employee was positioned next to the storage stand while spotting for the operator. he sustained a puncture wound of the shin area. x-rays of his foot were negative. he was treated and returned to work.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14132,"a blaster for sub-contractor, austin powder, left his truck in reverse gear and let truck roll off 14-16'high embankment. no injuries, removed truck and drove out of mine site, attached to wrecker, and went to austin powder shop.",HAULAGE,"Accident type, without injuries" -14133,employee was operating scoop cleaning the no. 9 entry along the rib on the curtain side when the scoop struck a curtain rod causing it to break and enter the operator's deck. curtain rod struck employee in the mouth resulting in four sutures.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14134,"employee turned off the agricultural lime plant to dislodge a rock in the tail pulley. after locking of the conveyor he dislodged the rock. when he did that, gravity moved the conveyor belt entangling employee's arm in the tail pulley.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14135,laborer was moving furniture down a flight of stairs when the furniture slipped off of the dolly and struck the employee cutting the right ear,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14136,"as employee was adding transmission fluid to a diesel mantrip, the hood on the mantrip fell striking the employee on the right thumb causing a laceration requiring sutures.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14137,ee was attempting to pull up shuttle car cable slack with a jeep. he had the cable in the deck with his left foot on it. when the tire of the jeep ran over the cable causing it to pull tight f racturing his left leg.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14138,ee was stacking pallets using a forklift. he raised the pallet and put his head outside the operator's compartment to check placement when a 50 lbs bag fell and struck ee on the head. prescrip tion issued. did not report injury until 1-20-03.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14139,"employee was driving grout truck on dusty road, something got in his right eye. foreign object became imbedded requiring medical removal.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14140,"iw was stndng on the lft side of the trlr. the drvr chked the side mirror, he saw iw begin to walk away from the trlr. the drvr then noticed a pu truck approaching on the rt side. the drvr looked to see that the pu was not pulng in front of him. he then began to pull fwd. while pulng fwd he rechckd his mirrors and saw iw falling to the grnd. the drvr stopped the truck.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14141,"ee was hanging miner cable while on his knees, when the fairchild 35-c scoop backed around the corner and ran upon his left metatarsal boot.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14142,"ee operating sweeper machine. looking down at brushes along side vehicle, ran into a support beam overhead. /ee seen at by dr. released to work, told supv. no restrictions, paperwork sent to wrong address. / later ee complained of pain, ret.to dr., continued on light duty. reported to msha 2 working days later. / why reportable - light duty",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14143,"employee was leaving carpenter shop on bicycle traveling short distance to lunch room for afternoon snack prior to end of work shift. after traveling a short time, front tire of bicycle hit loose gravel. the front wheel turned abruptly, resulting in employee falling to his right side. in the process of attempting to break fall, he twisted right knee.",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -14144,"employee was driving a 3/4 ton pickup down ramp. contract company was moving 16"" pipe across bottom of ramp. employee's truck hit the pipe causing pain in his right arm/shoulder. was seen at orthopedics and prescribed physical therapy.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14145,"the employee was operating a loader moving chunks for the chunk breaker operator. as the employee was backing up, debris flew through the open window of the loader striking the employee in the left eye. he was evaluated, surgery was performed and taken off of work on 9-29-10.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14146,strained back while operating loader,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14147,"employee was checking scraper on no 2 belt drive when a splice on no 1 belt caught his light cord pulling him against belt when a belt splice rubbed left side of his chest causing a 5"" lacerat ion and 1"" deep on left side of his chest.",HAULAGE,Struck by rolling or sliding object -14148,"injured employee, while on a rubber tired man trip, came off the track jarring his right wrist and hand. x-rays showed two breaks, one in the middle finger, one in the ring finger of his right hand.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14149,"employee was pulling a vacuum hose and felt a ""pop"" in his upper back.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -14150,employee was hauling belt in bucket of 913 loader. roll of belt hit water pipes causing dust to fall from the pipes into employee's eye.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14151,"employee was in the process of reclaiming belt structure and was loading the structure in a scoop bucket. while doing so, he accidentally placed his left foot underneath the bucket as it was being lowered to the floor. as the bucket came down, it pressed down on top of the foot and fractured the tarsal bone. note: he was wearing metatarsal boots.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14152,"ee was operating scraper #249. he was traveling too fast for conditions and attempted to pass a slower moving scraper. in his attempt to pass the slower scraper, ee hit a hole causing his scraper to bounce hard three times. ee requested that his sup. take him to the e.r. with back pain. er diag. indicate a compression fracture to the lower back. 1 injured this occurrence.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14153,ee alleges to have injured his neck while operating a shuttle car. he claims to have hit a hole in the bottom thus causing his head to strike the canopy.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14154,"ee was riding in a mantrip along st. leo haulage. the mantrip came off track, and the ee's head struck the inside of the mantrip. ee began missing work on 12/29/22.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14155,ee was riding in a buddy seat of a haul truck and felt pain in the upper back. ee was taken for medical attention at that time. ee remains on restricted duty. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14156,employee was mowing with a riding mower per perpendicular to the slope. due to the steepness the mower slip and the deck caught causing it to roll over several times landing on the employee causing bruising and strains to his lower extremities.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14157,a fully trained miner was struck in the nose with a hook when the hook came free from its anchor point on a supply car. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14158,"employee was driving jeep, turned into 3 south commons and door came open. employee reached out to catch it and got the left index finger caught in door hinge.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14159,"emp. was driving up the slope underground, he fell asleep and drove under the conveyor belt. emp. was taken to the er and received 6 total stitches and placed on restrictions until 6/11/12.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14160,"a load being lifted with nylon kevlar fiber flat sling over the edge of the fork tires. as the tines were slightly pointed upward while lifting the load, the weight of the said load caused sli ng to slide down tines & cut and burned the fiber, cutting the sling into. the load then fell onto the rt leg of the injured employee.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14161,"ee was parking a pick-up truck after he left the truck he realized the gear shift was not all the way in the park position. he hurridly jumped into the truck and pulled a muscle in his left ca lf. dr said strained muscle, 2 days light duty.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14162,employee was riding mantrip on the way to section when the mantrip hit a bump in the travelway. employee felt pain in lower back.(resulted in strained lower back),HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14163,ee was getting ready to lift a chute assembly to cone crusher when the lifting chain on the forklift inadvertently caught it moving it about 1 inch pinching ee's left index fingertip to the bone.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14164,"employee was driving water truck, went over berm into pit filled with water. driver was not really sure what happened.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14165,"driving forklift, turned too sharp causing forklift to roll to right side, put right leg out to catch self and the forklift rollover cage fell on his right foot.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14166,rock hit scaler boom causing cab to rise up and slam back down causing pain in ee's back,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14167,operator was operating a loader and hit a rock with his bucket pretty hard. when he did this itjerked his neck. he complained of neck and back pain immediately after the accident.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14168,"while employee was driving a van in the mining pit, he went to pass a 240 ton truck. when driving around the truck he hit a wind row left by a grader that was working on the road. this caused him to loose control striking a berm on the side of the road causing the van to roll over.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14169,employee was riding mantrip buggy from the face to the track when a piece of belt came in contact with his left knee/leg. injury resulted in a fracture.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14170,employee reports backing into a stationary roof support pole while operating a forklift. the employee reported neck and shoulder pain but denied medical attention at the time of the event. the employee request a medical evaluation on 7/8/14 as the pain persisted. the employee was diagnosed with a right shoulder (rotator cuff) strain and prescribed physical therapy.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14171,ee was operating fuel truck in pit. the front windshields were in the open position. as he was driving back to plant a foreign object flew into his right eye under safety glasses.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14172,"truck came down a hill and tried to down shift. he got truck out of gear, engine brake killed the motor and he couldn't get the truck cranked back, wouldn't steer, and truck turned up on its side in a ditch.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14173,"employee was using skid loader for plant spillage clean-up. the nuisance dust got into employee's left eye around protective eyewear. on 10/05/05, ee required medical treatment for an infection in his left eye.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14174,while unhooking chain on front of scoop he put his left hand down to balance his self putting his finger's in between the ram and the back of the scoop bucket. the scoop operator sucked the ram in to loosen chain pinching his hand.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14175,mashed hip between scoop and car.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14176,"employee got his right thumb caught in the door of a 4-yd loader. his thumb nail was torn off and he received a laceration, which required 2 sutures.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14177,employee was backing up in a dozer with body turned to see where they were going. ran over a rock and jarred the lower back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14178,"employee was clearing trees for stripping. he was standing approx 8' from the front of the skid steer loader when the loader caught a 4"" sappling. the sappling came up and struck the employee knocking him backward into a large tree trunk hitting his right shoulder.",HAULAGE,Fall onto or against objects -14179,employee was being loaded in the pit area when a rock rolled out of the overburden being loaded and struck the left corner of the truck bed. this caused the employee to be thrown around in the seat. the seat belt pulled him causing pain in lower back and hips.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14180,"employee was putting auger back together, while picking up skid with boom truck, the skid slipped & pinched fingers on left hand & broke left ring finger.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14181,an operator hit a rut in the road that caused the loader to bounce. the operator hit his head against the glass that required 2 staples to close the laceration.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14182,"employee stated must have been the movement up, down, etc in haul back truck that caused irritation and or mashed left testis. when he saw doctor on 2/8/03, swelling, pain, & irritation of lef t testi. he was told to take meds & stay off about 1 week.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14183,"ee was attempting to connect locomotive to water car. ee did not position entire body in the operators compartment, kneeling in the compartment leaving feet exposed. ee trammed the loco forward and left foot was pinched between the loco and rails stacked along rib. cause: inproper body positioning",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14184,operator slipped while attempting to reach e-stip on lexiveyor. l-foot slid in front of tire and was run over resulting in l ankle sprain.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14185,ee strained his neck while moving office desks and file cabinets from one office to another in the plant's administrative office building. he was using a two-wheeled dolly. saw doctor for oste opathic manipulative treatment on more than one occasion.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion in lifting objects -14186,caught foot between rib and mantrip resulting in broken foot.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14187,"while working the lime stockpile, a large portion of lime broke loose and hit the loader directly behind and to the left of the lift arms. the bent the bracket holding the outside mirror bring it through the door window. this caused the operator to sustain several superficial lacerations on his left arm.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14188,while operating 988 feed loader the rear window came loose and struck operator on back of head & neck.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14189,employee was traveling up a hill in a pick-up truck and hit a large hole in the road. it shook the employee and caused whiplash. the employee was taken to the harlan arh. he has a bulging disc in his neck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14190,"employee was in a shuttle car and coming up a hill, his canopy hit a roofbolt, shearing the bolt and the plate hit him on the left wrist. lost time injury 11/11/05.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14191,ee exited the cab of the cat992g to remove debris from the equipment. while working to remove the debris ee lost his hard hat on the ground. upon returning to the cab struck his head on the side mirror lacerating his scalp. the laceration required 4 staples to close.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14192,"#4 entry @ 45 x-cut - employee was a passenger in mantrip driven by co-worker, sitting in middle seat on right side of mantrip. operator backed up and hit the rib on the right side causing employee to go back into frame of seat. injury to neck area and upper back. released to rtw 03/09/06. lost 3 work days.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14193,injured employee was struck on the upper back and neck by a rock weighing approx. 6.3lbs that fell approx. 70 feet from above from the rc4 belt. injured employee was treated by emt's and ems then airlifted to camc-general ed. he was admitted for observation and diagnosed with vertebrae fractures of the neck and tissue bruising.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14194,ee upset truck 147 and trailer 29 while dumping bypro at the meadzinn tower cut. ee stated he was not injured to both several ee. ee was dumping bypro and had trailer up when the back third of the bypro broke loose and slid back and the rest stayed in the nose of the bed causing it to be top heavy and tip over.,HAULAGE,"Accident type, without injuries" -14195,"the employee was operating a shuttle car on the south mains section. the operator was returning from the miner in eight right. as he passed through the #6 intersection, the shuttle car ran over a hole in the mine bottom bouncing the employee into the canopy.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14196,employee was backing tandem dumptruck up a gradual incline (dry & solid) to add material for a new road. truck upset because rear-passenger tires got too close to the edge. employee tumbled inside cab and received contusions and a neck sprain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14197,loader impacted the man lift in the rear tire and body shroud. the impact caused the boom and basket to swing violently creating an impact between employee and the hand rail of the basket. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14198,employee jumped off mantrip before it collided with another mantrip.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14199,"on 06/30/2016 employee sustained a strain to lower back when moving a 55 gallon drum with a cart. employee was initially treated conservatively, when that did not resolve the strain physical therapy (pt) was prescribed. ",HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -14200,"he said several things: a belt clamp came loose, hitting him in the nose, he jerked backwards and hurt his back. he was lifting on a feeder motor and hurt his back. then wrecked a mantrip and hurt his back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14201,offsite injury. ee was driving to a class and was in an auto accident enroute.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14202,"kansas city southern railway locomotive ran through txu ""men working"" sign located on txu property and collided with a txu locomotive which was not moving at the time. the impact threw ee agai nst the door.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14203,gear in loader fan motor broke,HAULAGE,Contact with hot objects or substances -14204,"ee strained left houlder while operating a front end loader, loading haul trucks with excavated limestone in the pit.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14205,employee was stockpiling in same pile with another loader. as employee rolled into the pile to dump the bucket there was an uneven layer of material the employee did not notice which caused the loader to bounce resulting in an acute cervical myofascial strain to the neck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14206,employee was operating a scoop when they complained of lower back pain. an mri revealed degenerative conditions in lower back consistent with an mri done in april of 2017. this is being reported as an occupational illness due to repeated trauma.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14207,hit rock in roadway and jarred arm dislocating left shoulder while traveling the ramp in a haul truck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14208,"employee stated that he removed the guard and was lubing a drive chain on a conveyor, when his left hand came in contact and caught by the chain/sprocket",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14209,while traveling in the shuttle car it started to slide toward the rib. employee put his arm out to help prevent himself from falling out of the car when his arm became caught between the shutt le car and rib causing a fracture.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14210,"door slammed shut on hand. fractured left ring finger. he was loading truck on trailer, truck shifted and door slammed shut.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14211,"ee parked haul truck in parking ditch, stood up and felt pain in low back. seen by doctor, examined and diagnosed with low back strain, put off work. subsequent follow up resulted in sedentary work release, but sedentary work not available so ee remains off work.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14212,the employee was bounced in the shuttle car while traveling to the feeder. he stopped the shuttle car to reposition himself. he grasped the bottom of the operator's deck and the shuttle car drifted backward catching and rolling the tips of his fingers between the deck and the mine floor.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14213,ee said that he had sprung his neck while backing up a mine buggy. no further details were submitted. medical assistance was offered.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14214,"site conditions were clear skies with no adverse weather. equipment operator was driving a haul truck on the quarry road when the truck struck a pothole in the road, jarring the operator. the operator did not notify anyone of this incident and finished his shift on 3/17/14. the operator reported a sore, stiff back when he reported to duty on the morning of 3/18/14.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14215,"left knee ""locked up"" while running loader under normal conditions. employee bent the knee and heard a pop, followed by discomfort.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -14216,trying to couple two locomotives. finger caught between and was mashed.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14217,"employee was operating a shuttle car, while tramming they encountered uneven bottom floor, bouncing them in the seat and causing pain to their neck. ee continued working without restrictions performing normal occupation until taken off work on 03/20/2019.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14218,"snow - plowing incident. ee was plowing snow with a loader, broke through frost and hit solid ground. machine stopped abruptly. ee was thrown into loader windshield. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14219,hauler backed over the outslope. the hauler traveled approximately 150 feet down the spoil pile. the operator was ejected from the cab of the hauler. operator was a contract worker.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14220,"ee was riding the hoist car down the sloper when the brakes locked up and jammed his back against the seat. he went to logan general where x-rays were negative and was released to work. due to continuing pain, ee visited dr on 5/16/12 and was put off work until 5/23/12. on 5/23/12 ee visited dr again and was excused from work until 6/1/12.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14221,employee was using a hammer and screwdriver to chip ice off troughing idlers while the conveyerbelt was running. the employee's left hand and wrist was pulled between the conveyer belt and the idler.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14222,"employee was riding on mantrip when his cse sr-100 he was wearing on his belt flipped over off the side of the mantrip and was caught between mantrip and portal canopy. his right arm struck the canopy cutting his arm. miner proficiency a factor, mining equiment could be a factor, procedures and policies not a factor.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14223,an equipment operator was operating a 40 ton haul truck when ee encountered a pothole in the road jarring back. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14224,"the ee was struck in the face with a 4"" water line. the empty discharge line was struck by the shuttle car and in the turn hit the ee in the face. the ee was dazed but stated that he was ok and completed his shift. later the ee went to the hospital and it was determined he had three fractures to his jaw.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14225,"while loading objects onto the forks of a forklift, the forklift operator lowered the forks onto injured employee's foot. his toe was fractured.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14226,on 12/25/01 ee was jarred in her haul truck while being loaded by a shovel. she went to see dr & ret'd to work with full release. she con't working but we (the employer) requested a 2nd opinion & mri. the mri revealed severe deteration of low cervical area & it was recommended of the orthapedic surgeon that she not run equipmentas she could be paralzyed if the right condition,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14227,"employee alleges that while operating the scoop on the travelway towards the surface, ee hit ee's head on the canopy. the employee has missed work, however this alleged incident is under investigation. due to the reporting deadline, this document is being submitted to comply with reporting criteria until full determination of actual injury and/or incident can be substantiated. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14228,employee in flatbed service truck was parked on a waste dump at the mission mine. a 320 ton haul truck ran over flatbed service truck resulting in fatal accident.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14229,"employee was on a railcar while it was being loaded when material came out all at once and struck railcar tipping railcar, causing the employee to break elbows and wrist.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14230,ee was operating a cat 988f end loader. another end loader came around small pile of coal and struck the rear of the other loader.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14231,"ee was putting transmission mounts in on a coal hauler. a hydraulic line was not tied off or drained. hydraulic oil poured out on to him & when he pushed the hose away, he hit his elbow on a transmission mount. ee did not seek medical attention until 2-26-02, at which time the dr. restricted ee's work. ee was diagnosed with bursitis.this is a worker's comp. claim.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14232,"employee was operating a 10sc when he ran over a rock and was bounced into the underside of the canopy. the folloing injuries were sustained, mild compression fracture to the spine, moderate c oncussion, contusion to the head.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14233,"while getting an oil can off of a 60v johnson 2 man jeep, one of the cans fell striking the tram pedal, which was not panicked out, causing the jeep to move forward pushing the individual into the rib. ",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14234,"maintenance tech was tracing leaks on hydraulic cooler of haul truck. unit was running, tech was looking to pinpoint leak, when working around fan area, the cooler leak opened up. tech instinctively stuck hand out to block from being sprayed. the rag in tech's hand was sucked into fan & pulled hand into fan. the tech received a laceration to fingers that required stitches.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14235,"cleaning yard with bobcat, while emptying bucket, dust/debris came back at employee. a piece of metal was in the debris and entered employee's eye requiring removal.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14236,"the operator filled the loader bucket top full, attempted to move after raising the bucket, and tipped loader forward. the operator suffered seatbelt bruises.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14237,employee was struck by a forklift traveling in reverse (hit by counterweight). employee has 5 fractures to the right foot/ankle and one fracture to the left foot.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14238,employee was operating a mantrip on the e-track just inby e-24 cross over. when ee stood up to ensure that ee had clearance to maneuver into the switch ee struck the back of ee's hard hart on a roof strap which caused ee's head to move forward. ee's forehead contacted the radio compartment on the mantrip and caused a laceration to ee's forehead that required 5 sutures.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14239,"he was doing some maintenence using tie wire while the screen was running and the shaft or the pulley caught the end of the wire and pulled the wire tight, trapping his fingers between the frame and the wire.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14240,"ee was a passenger in a mantruck & in the course of driving by crusher #1, the mantruck hit a bump & this caused pain/discomfort in ee's lower back. ee rec'd physical therapy 2/12/2002.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14241,employee was working at the controls for the h-3 belt when a rock bounced off the belt a hit the employee on the right side of the face. ,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14242,"operator was moving the manlift basket up to do maintenance on the gator screen shoot. as ee was going up, ee didn't see the 2ft long by 1ft wide metal slanted roof. ee hand was on the railing of the manlift basket when ee hand became pinched between the metal and the rail. ee pulled hand out causing the laceration. ee was brought to the walk-in clinic and treated for injury. ",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14243,ee was moving a mantrip from the main line to put on charge at the charging hole. he was facing the wrong way and had his right leg hanging outside the mantrip when he rounded a corner en route to charging hole where his right leg got caught between the frame of the mantrip and the rib causing injury.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14244,"employee struck jaw against mantrip during train derailment on surface, 11/5/06. employee worked until dr took him off work on 11/12/2006.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14245,running shuttle car hit a hole in roadway and his back started hurting.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14246,employee indicates that when woke up in the morning he was bearly able to get out of bed. he relates the pain to operating an old loader.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14247,"employee was hauling material from line 5 chunk box to group 13 dump site using a dump truck. after crossing the railroad tracks, the loaded truck was heading east when the employee lost control of the truck. as the employee attempted to regain control of the truck, the truck turned over onto its side injuring the employee inside.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14248,employee raised up to get a piece of candy from the top of the mbc. his right foot was outside the operating compartment and was caught between the mbc and the belt structure.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14249,employee was backing up an a.l. lee fork lift to align it with a man door. as he was backing up he ran over a rock in the roadway causing the forklift to bounce into rib. he went to raleigh general hospital where x-rays were negative. he was referred to a doctor.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14250,employee stated that he was loading belt rollers onto the forks of a forklift. as he was loading one of the rollers he failed to lift it high enough to clear the end of the forks and injured his finger. he went to the doctor and was treated for a bruise.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14251,"while crossing sr32, ee failed to see a car and hit it.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14252,pressure trauma lead to sprained lower back and neck,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14253,"the employee was pulling a water line with a kawaski mule underground into crosscut #4. while operating, the employee looked over his left shoulder with his right arm through the steering wheel. the employee ran over an unseen rock in his travel path. the obstruction caused the steering wheel to turn sharply, pulling his right arm.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14254,"operating 50 ton locomotive, pulling the track cleaner. he looked back to check on the cleaner and struck his head on a plank installed in the roof.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14255,"employee was shoveling the slope belt, smacked his shovel against a top roller to clean the mud from it. the belt caught the shovel causing it to flip over and strike him on the right forearm.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14256,loader dropped a large rock in bed of truck causing driver to be jolted hard. employee complained of head neck and back pain. employee stated there was bleeding from the rectum. employee le ft and went to logan gen. hosp. when he discovered the bleeding. the jolt broke counter inside of truck also.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14257,"co-worker was loading the off road truck that ee was driving. the rocks dumped into the off road truck caused a jolt which threw ee from his seat. when he landed, he crushed his right genital.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14258,ee was riding a belt ride up a hill break 16 when he said that it quit pulling and went backwards. that when his passenger jumped off ride another ee said he cut it into the rib to keep from hitting him that when it knocked him off of ride. he said he thinks he hit on his scsr and hurt his back.,HAULAGE,Fall from machine -14259,ee was pulling a miner conveyor chain with a scoop and another chain. the chain attached to the scoop broke and struck ee on the left knee resulting in a cut requiring three stitches.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14260,"was remote mucking with loader and lost control of the loader, the loader came back and pinned him between the rib and loader.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14261,employee was operating sc hit bump slammed back and rear ended down on seat.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14262,"while lifting pc equipment from dolly, employee felt pain in the lower back area resulting in a strain.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion in lifting objects -14263,"hooking chain on turntable of saw, operator told loader operator to lower the boom on loader. the chain pinched end of finger with chain. replaced short chain with long chain.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14264,employee was in the coal loadout tunnel watching the belts while the train was being loaded. he noticed a piece of coal was stuck in the skirt rubber on the south side of the belt (main). he removed the piece of coal and the conveyor belt caught his right hand and arm,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14265,hauler driver of semi-dump unit dumping limestone onto ground at processing plant. semi-dump unit rolled onto its side.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14266,conveyor bar slipped - hand hit between bar and hydraulic lever. cut finger and received stitches.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14267,employee was trying to turn around a lizard truck in a confined location on the bench while loaded with earthen material and hit a berm causing member to suffer from whip lash.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14268,worker reported experiencing low back pain following repetitive operation of scraper.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14269,he was backing down #4 and was turning into #4 & #3 crosscut and ran over a crib block and it threw his knee and head into the top.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14270,"employee was backing up mantrip when he hit parked scoop. the employee struck the left brow on the canopy post, resulting in a laceration that required 3 sutures.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14271,employee was cleaning roadways when the canopy of the scoop got caught on a bent bolt and it hit employee in face.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14272,the employee was attempting to move a wheelbarrow in the south stone tunnel and tweaked back muscle. ,HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -14273,"running s/c in low top, employee hit head on top injuring neck.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14274,associate was cleaning a face when some material fell onto his loader.,HAULAGE,"Accident type, without injuries" -14275,the operator said the injury came from the jerking motion of the loader when in operation.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14276,employee was riding in a cat 773b being trained and banged her head on the rear window.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14277,"driving rock truck, struck rock in the road causing a jarring to the neck.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14278,"employee claims to have injured back while the mantrip ee was in was struck by a motor in a spur. ee proceeded to unload rollers and belt structure at the 9 west longwall for several hours prior to ee mentioning that ee felt any pain as a result of the collision. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14279,"eew was riding in mantrip, raised up and struck his head on roof of mine, injuring his neck.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14280,employee was pre-shifting belts and while operating a personnel carrier he apparently got into a rut on the haulageway thus throwing his personnel carrier into the belt rope whereby the employee struck his rib against the rope.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14281,employee was standing next to a scoop when the scoop moved. it struck his left foot.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14282,"customer on mine site to get a load of gravel but before doing so he raised the bed of his truck to clear it of debris. the bed was up approx 18"" to 24"" when a problem with the hoisting mechan ism caused the injured to reach in between the raised truck body and the truck fram (the truck body was not blocked against movement) when the truck bed fell on his arm.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14283,"employee driving 777-4 haul truck backed into 777-2 haul truck. employee in 777-2 haul truck received minor whiplash from the accident. contributing factors to the accident were low light conditions, raining, and not paying attention to surroundings. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14284,"employee went to end of track to unload trash out of scoop on to track car. was standing between track & rib, scoop pulled up towards car & hit a curve rail that was against rib. rail fell hitting ee in the lower back, lower left leg & ankle.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14285,driver was on a slight descending grade truck was in 4th gear and as ee approached a curve ee was faster that ee should have. driver passed a truck runaway ramp then jumped from the truck driver was taken to hospital ee had two fractured ribs.,HAULAGE,Fall from machine -14286,two men were riding a golf cart toward the mine portal down grade when the brakes failed and they ran the golf cart into a gravel pile.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14287,"section down, 9 men left early (1:00-1:15pm). 9 men traveling on 13 man rail ride. heard noise, stopped and determined that both leaf springs had twisted and caused ride to lower. they proceeded slowly and made regular stops. ride struck end of rail, sudden stop, an employee's right side hit operator's compartment. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14288,while loading haul trucks at the bench on rough ground the bouncing of the loader caused a neck muscle to become strained.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14289,digging out concrete with loader made sudden movement and jarred employee's back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14290,"while tramming shuttle car, operator ran through hole in bottom. shuttle car slammed into the bottom jarring operators neck causing soreness and stiffness. employee returned on light duty.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14291,ee was moving hot material from the kiln feed end chute with a skid steer loader. ee apparently hit the discharge chute and some hot material fell from overhead on his body. ee jumped out of loader and contacted some hot material that had not been moved.,HAULAGE,Contact with hot objects or substances -14292,"ee was preparing to conduct maintenance on the conveyor belt system. as part of the procedure, the counterweight is lifted by forklift and chained/secured to release the counterweight from bel t. ee was preparingto secure the counterweight when it slid back-words on the forks approx. 4.5 m above ground and pinned his feet to the mast of the machine.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14293,"employee was picking up a mantrip with a loader, and the loader caught the mantrip shed door causing it to spring back striking the employees right leg.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14294,"employee was operating battery scoop. according to msha inspector ar#23903, back injury occurred. this 7000-1 is being filed in order to terminate a citation written during a part 50 audit. this is filed under protest. excel mining disagrees that a job related injury occurred.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14295,was putting a conveyor chain in and it got stuck. when ee got it unstuck it pulled ee's left hand into the conveyor cutting the tip of ee's index finger.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14296,"the contractor failed to use emergency brake, left tractor running and went under tractor to look at leak. the tractor rolled due to being on incline and the result was a fatal injury.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14297,employee was struck by a four-wheeler atv on the leach pad.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14298,employee was operating a 2003 model 226 cat skid steer cleaning out between beltlines. he backed skidsteer upon existing stockpile with bucket raised cousin skid steer for overturn. he substained scretches and lacerations requires medical attention.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14299,"employee states that while driving haul truck employee hit a bump in the road that caused the air seat to bottom out, jarring employee's back. employee started physical therapy on 8/17/2021 which made it a reportable incident. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14300,ee turned the a.c. fan on & dust flew out of the vents (450 loader). at 10 pm on the same evening he went to 3 kiln cooler to sweep the curbs so dust & debris was flying around. he states that either incident could have gotten something in eye. he did not feel it until 5 am which woke him up. pain & tearing woke him up. drove to plant 9 30 am to report & 1st aid initiated.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14301,employee has been diagnosed with disorders (repeated trauma) involving employee's back. the operator is reporting this instance as a code 26. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14302,"ee was a passenger in the rear compartment of a 5-ton mantrip. driver & a federal inspector werein the front compartment. at break #6 on 002-0 section an unmanned, run-a-way mantrip struck the 5-ton mantrip injured was riding in. he sustained a laceration when he was thrown into the canopy post. stitches were required to close the wound.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14303,"employee wrapped a chain around a large stone to dislodge it from the jaw crusher. attached it to a loader, pulled, and chain broke and hit him on his left upper foot.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14304,injured was turning a corner heading to the section feeder. the dumping end of the ram car hit the coal rib and knocked the coal loose from the rib. the coal hit ee in ee's right eye.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14305,employee was using the bobcat to clear the plug up in #1 dust chamber. a rush of dust came down around employee. the dust burned ee's cheeks on the outer edges where safety glasses and respirator fit.,HAULAGE,Contact with hot objects or substances -14306,"the ee was moving a hand cart. as he was pulling the cart around a corner, his left thumb was pinched between the cart and a beam. he was taken to the e.r. in battle mountain for evaluation an d treatment. he was diagnosed with a chip fracture and laceration to the left thumb. the thumb was pslinted and he was released to full duty.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14307,"operating wheel loader at muck pile, rough digging making floor. reported next morning at beginning of shift ""knot in my back"" i felt a snap in my back yesterday while digging toe.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14308,"a conveyor belt had stopped due to build up. it was stopped & locked out. an employee climbed onto the belt to clean it out. when the material had been cleared, the belt gave way and moved toward the tail pull, pulling the employee between the belt and water bar bracket.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14309,"operating personal motorcycle leaving work site, encountered loose material on side of road and lost control, cycle fell over.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14310,employee attempted to remove material without turning the belt off.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14311,ee was returning a roura hopper to its upright position after dumping its contents when his right ring finger was caught between the roura hopper top rear edge and the forklift truck's mast.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14312,the employee pinched ee's right ring finger while operating the supply tractor ,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14313,ee was moving dirt & ee was unaware concrete wasunder dirt as he lifted dirt the bobcat he was operating went forward & jarred him. he suffered strain to his abdomen & contusion to scrotum m.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14314,"while operating the scaler, employee stated that the wrist was injured due to jarring the machine. following an investigation, with company management and our work comp provider, it became reportable on 8-13-21.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14315,crew of men were adding belt & structure to low low belt. after pulling belt up tight with chain and scoop tractor ee went to unhook chain. scoop drifted back about three inches and pinched fi nger between tail and chain. investigation found nothing wrong with brake system on equipment.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14316,employee said back was too sore to work.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14317,employee was bringing a load of trash to the surface when he ran a scoop into the rib and broke 3 ribs and hurt his shoulder. he is working on restricted duty. the restricted days will be reported when he is able to work at full duty. he reported the scoop stuck on point. the scoop was inspected by company personnel and no defects could be found.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14318,ee was installing flexcos on a conveyor. ee neglected to ensure the conveyor was locked out. the conveyor started without warning and ee was deposited into a feeder that was not in operation. ee fell 4 feet to the chute on the feeder and rolled/slid into the feeder. the exact severity of injuries is unknown currently.,HAULAGE,Fall onto or against objects -14319,cleaning clinker spill in mill utilizing wheelbarrow to remove debris. due to possible hole in floor wheelbarrow twisted. in attempt not to lose load employee twisted left knee.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14320,employee was crossing the #7 belt when belt was started forcing him into head roller. this resulted in broken ribs on the left and right side.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14321,"parked behind large truck, backup alarm not working. employee was seriously injured and is still in the hospital.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14322,ee was operating a loader with a broken seat back. the rough road injured his back. he did not seek medical attention until 19 may 2007 and began losing time 21 may 2007.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14323,riding in a lube truck buddy seat. his hand slipped from the seat and his finger was struck by a rotating ac fan blade.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14324,"had truck running, raised hood to check oil not paying attention put hand in, fan belt caught left middle finger tip.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14325,"while backing up the haul truck, ee hit a rut in the road. ee grabbed the steering wheel, which caused his shoulder to pop.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14326,the employee was in a bucket bobcat when it went over the hillside.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14327,"employee was trying to unplug weighfeeder. he tried to punch it out, however, nothing came out. he then turned the vibrator on. approx five minutes later while cleaning debris off ground off ground, the pin in the weighfeeder came loose and struck employee on top of hand.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14328,"employee drove front end loader through drainage ditch, loader bounced and caused lower lumbar strain. doctor released employee to light duty.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14329,employee was operating the 966 loader when sand became lodged underneath employee's contacts scratching eye.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14330,employee strained right hamstring using a wheelbarrow during cleanup.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -14331,"after rock dusting unit, ee went out by the section air lock to hang rock duster in a cross cut. they were tramming into the x-cut, ee was still in scoop bucket, when the scoop hit a bump causing the duster to slide over hitting ee on the chest.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14332,ee stepped into scoop bucket--operator pulled out--causing me to slip & twist back.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14333,ee was at pipe rack as fork lift was picking up a piece of steel pipe to put onto the pipe rack when the pipe rolled on the ground and onto their foot crushing the foot,HAULAGE,Struck by rolling or sliding object -14334,"employee was riding on a rubber tired mantrip when a piece of belt struck the rescuer box, dislodging it and pinning employee's right foot and ankle. employee later went to dr.'s office with swelling and was diagnosed with a contusion and restricted employee's activities.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -14335,"employee was assissting the section mechanic splice his car cable, when a scoop came through a ventilation curtain and struck the employee, causing him to be shoved underneath the shuttle car. the result of this accident was fractured ribs and a bruised liver.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14336,"scraper operator was push pulling, and upon disconnecting from the front scraper, ran over a rock and jarred their back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14337,"while cleaning coal on a small block of coal, loader slid off hitting the bottom hard which caused employee to hurt his back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14338,supervisor and witnesses were attempting to remove the gearbox from the 3 right longwall face. while doing so the tensioner motor was knocked loose by the scoop bucket and struck the injured employee on the lower left leg fracturing it in 4 places.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14339,"while attempting to free a large rock from a pile with a scaling machine, she jarred her back. she was given a prescription medication and light duty.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14340,"backed overpile of material, felt jolt up through seat into his back. started to feel pain early last night, reported at 10:00 this morning did not feel well and requested medical care.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14341,employee was driving 5997 on the north side. the truck the employee was driving went through berm onto lower level. truck rested on the ledge.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14342,"after positioning and stopping the marcotte utility vehicle to allow another vehicle to pass, an employee placed her right foot outside of the operator compartment. her foot was struck by the passing vehicle resulting in a fracture and dislocation of the lower leg.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14343,"injured was hauling from shovel in pit #6. the material was gray mud. when dumping the material would come out all at once, and jar the truck and driver. injured was bracing his leg against the floor when dumping and the jarring strained his knee. was seen by a dr. on 1/24/07, an mri was done on 1/25/07 and he was released to return to work on 1/26/07.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14344,a roller on p1a conveyor belt was squeaking ysmaee tried to stop the roller with his hand to see if it was the one making the noise and it pulled his arm in against the belt and skirt board an d broke his arm.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14345,miner operating a ton and a half mancha trammer on level near his work place. started driving north to get a load of timber. drove trammer under an ore chute. miner died.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14346,ee was trying to remove rock from feeder. his left hand became wedged between the roof and back.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14347,"employee while driving a loaded 777b cat truck backed over the dumping area and the truck over-turned causing serious injuries (broken ribs, arm, back, fractured sternum, collapsed lungs). employee was airlifted to medical center.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14348,"ee received a personal emergency phone call & needed to leave work. leaving the job site, ee was traveling on an oil & gas lease road running accross mine property. he lost control of his truck & rolled it. he got out of the truck & called his supervisor. whe the supervisor arrived at the scene, ee was sitting on the lease road. took him to the hospital to be examined.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14349,"ee was struck with 2"" water line while it was being pulled with scoop. the rope broke causing waterline to strike ee causing him to fall against the rib.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14350,"while enroute to job site via public access road, passenger van attempted to avoid contact with a previous mva directly ahead. the van slid and proceeded over embankment landing on left side r esulting in multiple injuries - caused by slick roads / bad visibility.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14351,"ee was backing a 35c fairchild scoop down the #3 entry along the #2a beltline. at the #7 crosscut there were five fly boards lying to the side of the entry. the rear tire of the scoop ran over one of them, causing one end of it to flip up and enter the operator's deck, hitting ee in the ribs and back pinning him in the deck.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14352,"employee stated that while operating shuttle car, he had his hand on the canopy when he turned a corner and scraped the rib with his hand.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14353,employee was parking a manlift and ran over a rock abruptly moving the manlift basket upwards. this caused the employee's right foot to come out and over the safety pedal cage. when the right foot landed it was on top of the cage and the right ankle was injured. a harness was being utilized.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14354,"employee states he was deadheading 950 endloader/forklift to drill site in the pit to use on drill repair. he tested brakes at top of ramp and they were working, however as he traveled down ramp the brakes failed. he turned the endloader into spil on left side of ramp, causing the endloader to turn on the right side.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14355,"the ee is the pit loader operator. ee was digging in a difficult shot and hit ee's right elbow several times throughout the day. ee went to the doctor on 2/11/16. doctor wrote ee out-of-work until 2/18/16. on 2/16/16, ee went to a specialist, and they said it was a deep bruise. doctor gave ee medicine, and the swelling and pain went away. ee returned on 2/18/16.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14356,lime blew in eye while conducting clean-up.,HAULAGE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -14357,employee was riding on top of battery compartment on scoop & was thrown against mine roof.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14358,employee was sitting inside a diesel man trip traveling to the 1 north elevator at the end of his shift when he man trip he was sitting in was struck by a motor.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14359,"while hooking up a trailer to a lo-trac the employee asked the forks be raised. when the forks were raised, one fork came up quickly and came back down pinching the inside of the right leg between the fork and trailer causing a contusion. it was later determined the employee suffered an acl tear which required surgery. he began missing work on 8-22-2012",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14360,"while operating a 4 seat mantrip, injured claims to have run over a rock in the roadway. when he ran over the rock, he claims to have felt pain in his back. he continued working until 1-31-09, at which time he went to the dr and the dr removed him from work for 3 days.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14361,"tramming shuttle car - got into rib - caught caplight against rib, jerking his belt tight into stomach.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14362,ee stated that he hit a pot hole while driving a haul truck and experienced pain in his lower back and right leg. diagnosis: degenerated disc.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14363,mashed fingers between rub rail and mine floor while riding on a manbus.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14364,"ee was driving a pit 60 ton euclid from the jaw back to the pit empty. ee blacked out, due to personal medical reasons, and drove through a berm & off a 20 foot descent and wreck injuring face and leg with sutures. ee was buckled in.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14365,employee leaving face on matrip. hit head on top. required stitches to close cut to scalp. medical (stitches) no lost time.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14366,"injured was operating a front end loader, loading a rock truck when a rock came through the window of the loader striking the injured on the rt.leg causing a bruise.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14367,"employee was moving forks together on a forklift. hand slipped while moving fork over, fork came down and pinched employees right thumb causing a laceration.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14368,"employee stated that while having his truck loaded, the loader operator dropped a big rock into the truck bed causing him to be jarred.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14369,skid load rolled pinning feet against rock pile.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14370,"ee suffered a fracture to the tops of the bones in his lower left leg causing him to lose time from work. he was attempting to access to come-along so that work could be done on the tail pulley of 18 belt in 16 tunnel. his foot slipped off a rail on which the pan feeder runs and his leg dropped down between a 1"" diameter sucker (support) rod and a return roller.",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -14371,"our truck entered tracks where several trains were stopped, but when he looked to left one train was moving toward truck. driver tried to reverse but too late.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14372,ee stated that he was getting out of the scoop when his foot became entangled in the control levers and he twisted his right knee. ee has not missed any work however on 7/1/10 mri results revealed a torn miniscus and an operation was sch. for 8/13/10. ee had a pre sch. vacation planned and will return on 8/23/10.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14373,"equipment operator, hauling rock to crusher, in light rain, applied brakes and lost control of cat 770 off road truck. laid truck on right side. when seat belt unbuckled, operator fell through right side window, cutting head.",HAULAGE,Fall onto or against objects -14374,the truck's wheel struck a pot hole and the operator strained his lower back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14375,employee was driving a tandem axle dump truck. he flipped the truck on its passenger side.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14376,employee was operating a loader in the pit muck pile area and hit an ridge in the floor causing the loader to stop abruptly and jarring employee's back. employee did not request medical attention at time of injury but the next day stated that it was not improving and would like to be seen by a doctor.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14377,employee alleges ee was operating a loader and ee hit a hole in the roadway and ee jammed ee's neck and shoulders.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14378,employee was driving a stinger and ran over a crib block. the steering wheel spun and the steering knob struck the right hand. this resulted in a fracture to the 5th(pinkie)finger.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14379,"employee stated while tramming shuttle car, he ran into a hole in the roadway. he was bounced into the canopy injuring his head and neck.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14380,shuttle car operator stated he ran over a crib block and hit his head on the car cannopy.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14381,a fully trained miner was operating a motor when they trammed into a supply car. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14382,"employee had his right hand on the ramcar tailgate. as they were moving the bed back in, the tailgate jack cylinder pinched his right index finger.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14383,"employee was a passenger in a kubota - while traveling down a ramp, the driver lost control of the kubota, striking the left rib, and the kubota turned over on its side. employee sustained a right wrist fracture & bruised right inner thigh.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14384,he was cleaning a room with the blade of the bucket flat on the floor. the bucket hit a cut in the floor which ejected him from the machine. this caused a dislocated finger and some scrapes.,HAULAGE,Fall from machine -14385,"employee was being lifted up on a forklift and put their hand between the plates. when coming down, the plates came together smashing three of ee's fingers.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14386,ee strained his neck when he drove his truck over a pothole. on 9/24 the mine received verification of additional medical treatment besides the diagnostic vist and release to work.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14387,the operator of a 657e scraper experienced neck pain while push pulling with another scraper. the mine was informed by workers compensation on 10/28/2010 that employee was receiving chiropractic care.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14388,"driver explained that he felt he was parked on a level surface. when raising the bed he felt the bed shifting and tried to let it down but it was too late and the cab and trailer tipped over. he also felt that the wind contributed to this. my investigation showed that the surface the truck was parked on was uneven, the rock being dfumped was clean and dry, the ground area was solid",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14389,employee was driving under a pipe on 38w. he leaned over and felt pain in his lower back. he was diagnosed with muscle spasms.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14390,"employee was operating a 3 wheeler battery powered transporter when he struck his head on the mine roof, knocked his hat off, and cut his head on the mine roof.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14391,employee was delivering from one mine site to another and was involved in a mva on public road,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14392,ee felt pain/soreness in lumbar area of back at end of shift after driving truck for ten hour shift,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14393,"employee parked company service truck next to gen trailer, truck rolled and employee tried to get back in to stop. service truck side swiped gen trailer. employee got caught between door and gen trailer.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion in lifting objects -14394,"ee was hauling coal in a 50 ton cat end dump, when the strut broke causing the truck to lay overon its side.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14395,"employee was running moxy haul truck, steering wheel jerked, jammed his right shoulder. ee was operating the moxy articulated haul truck moving waste material at plant 2. the roads he was trav eling on are relatively level and there is some heavy rutting at the dump site. while turning near the dump site the wheel jarred suddnely, and ee jammed his shoulder as a result.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14396,injured employee was removing volute liner (cyclone pump) using a fork lift to raise 1 side of the liner to remove the chain when the liner slid off the fork and onto his hand. he received 20 sutures.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14397,"during muddy conditions employees were driving through a left curve and proceeded straight at approximately 5 mph. the vehicle slid sideways down into a small concrete wall. after they hit the wall, driver felt pain in her left elbow and pain in her back. passenger had little neck pain. vehicle damage was dent/scratch marks to driver side bed and gas tank cover broken off.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14398,"failure to control the vehicle, he struck a berm, causing injury to his face.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14399,"employee said he was sick, had m.e.t. check him out, his b/p was 190/110. he was transported to er. after arriving at er employee said that while pulling cap off of buffalo seam he caught a hard spot that jarred his neck and back. he worked for a time and the pain and stiffness continued until he got sick and vomit. x-ray was negative and dr. took him off work starting 12/17/2010.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14400,"employee was a passenger in a kowasaki mule going down a 5% slope ramp near the moly plant. the ramp was wet with a mud build up at the bottom. when employee hit the brakes, the mule slid into a column, causing the passenger to his his knee on the dashboard. he was taken to the clinic and knee brace was applied.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14401,"rail was on forks, fell off and fell on his left foot.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14402,employee stepped into area to place bulk bag straps onto forks so bag could be lifted. forklift operator drove onto his right foot.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14403,"attempted to move a shuttle car. he thought the door was latched tight and started to move forward. the door swung open and he reached out and caught the door. as he was shutting the door he simultaneously let off on the tram lever, the inertia from this action caused the door to swing shut faster than anticipated subsequently catching his finger between the frame and door.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14404,"while employee was assisting the operator of the forklift, they were in the process of lifting a gear using a lifting sling. both employees were focusing on the position of the forks and the sling and did not notice the position of the legs and the wheels of the extenda-fork forklift when it came in to contact with one of the employees ankles.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14405,was loading rock out of #7 face. the shuttle car was making the turn out of the entry. ee was caught between the shuttle car and the rib.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14406,injured was switching out supply cars. a skid under car wheel did not hold causing car to move. the car caught left leg causing his ankle to twist resulting in a sprain to left ankle.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14407,"employee was operating a cat 963 track loader and backed into a 4 ft. hole. the loader rolled over in the hole, there was no injury or damage to the machine.",HAULAGE,"Accident type, without injuries" -14408,cut right index and middle finger's on scoop canopy and coal rib.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14409,adjusting skirt board belt caught hammer and pulled fingers of left hand into belt. cutting the middle and index finger of left hand.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14410,belt was being installed. a loop of belt caught the shuttle car cable that was hung up and it hit and knocked employee down. he has been diagnosed with a fractured tailbone. started missing work 2/22/2007.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14411,"the driver positioned his truck in the pit to be loader, and reached over to the dash to get his load count report as the loader was approachingthe truck to dump the bucket witht he loader. the operator dropped the bucket full of coal striking the top of the box causing the truck to bounce, resulting in whip lash to the truck driver.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14412,the employee was operating a battery coal hauler. he hit a hole in the road jarring his back. he went to the doctor the next day and was placed on restricted duty.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14413,mac-8 was being used to transport men from one area of mine to another. the driver of the ride rubbed a rib as he was making a turn and a rib roll occurred. a passenger was struck on the upper left leg causing a small laceration.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14414,"while tramming the scoop he hit a hole, making him hit his head on the canopy, jamming his neck and right shoulder. he continued to work full time until he was put off work for physical therapy. ** began missing work 01/30/2012**",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14415,ee was tramming shuttle car when he hit a hole in the roadway. he struck his head against canopyand said he felt pain in his neck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14416,"backing up permissible ride, spare tire dislodged some rocks. the employee rolled out of the permissible ride and sustained a strain to his back.",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -14417,"ee started the truck. the load of granite on the truck shifted, causing the truck to tip over on its side. ee struck his head, but remained conscious. he climbed out and walked up to the offic e. employer met him at the local er for exam. the truck sustained minimal damage.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14418,"operator speeding on forklift, hit concrete slab, swerved, overcorrected and forklift went up on side at 35 degree angle and came to rest against pallet of product.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14419,employee drove ride through curtain and hit miner tail. his chest was bruised between the miner tail and the ride. he did not miss any work days but his release showed two days of restricted duty.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14420,employee was knocked down by shuttle car cable causing sutures and fractured elbow,HAULAGE,Fall to the walkway or working surface -14421,"while taking a scoop out of the mine, it came in contact with the rib due to wet roads. caused a rib bolt to break sending a truss cable into the cab striking the operator in the back of his head. he became disoriented for a second. diagnosis: scalp contusion & abrasion, received a tetanus shot and released to full duty from reliance medical group.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14422,employee was operating the shuttle car as he was moving the curtain for better visibility his arm got caught cutting his arm which required sutures.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14423,"while travelling on a golf cart he grabbed a heitzman steel beam to stretch himself, the beam fell knocking him off the cart, lacerating his right hand and straining his upper body. transported by ambulance to memorial er where cat-scan and x-rays revealed no fractures and the laceration was closed by suturing. he was directed to follow up with his personal physician.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14424,employee was working under work truck to adjust transmission linkage when truck started rolling and hit employee on the right side of his head causing a laceration. employee was released with no restrictions.,HAULAGE,Struck by rolling or sliding object -14425,"employee was moving feeder chute with a cart. the employee had hand on stationary handrail, when the cart shifted, catching left thumb between feeder chute and handrail. this caused a laceration requiring 2 stitches.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14426,"switch ee was operating ballast regulator when it was struck by a moving railroad engine. ee did not see dr until 6-6-00 and was then placed on modified duty, due to neck strain.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14427,employee was tramming scoop by two co-workers when the plastic stop on the center section was sticking out beyond scoop deck and struck victims's right knee.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14428,mechanic was backing golf cart out of shack adn backed itno ee.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14429,employee was operating a ford f8000 when it stalled causing him to roll down the bank and strikea barge.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14430,was spreading rock dust that was on travel way with drag attached to ram car. was watching drag when a piece of t-channel on rib hit me. cause of injury t-channel loose on one end sticking out. incident didn't involve any aspect of compliance with regulations/rules/ppe. miner proficiency may have been a factor. started missing 7/26/16,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14431,employee was pinned by machine bucket against rockwall causing injury to left shoulder and neck.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14432,"employee was scooping roadway in wall # 10. when scooping outby corner, the corner broke off and came into scoop deck and smashed/cut employee's left thumb.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14433,"ee was finishing for the day, while leavihng job site, came around curve he announced on cb where he was located a coal truck was coming up the hill at curvey #4. ee got stopped but coal truck could nt stop and hit ee vehicle head on causing ee airbag to deplay him in the nose the right leg on the dash.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14434,bobcat slipped off kiln ramp causing bricks to` fall onto employee and bobcat.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14435,ee was in manbasket loading round. he went to roll back the manbasket when a pin in the cylinder broke causing the manbasket to roll backwards very fast striking his ribs and back against the handrail.,HAULAGE,Fall onto or against objects -14436,"the employee saw her own doctor to investigate a sore shoulder that she thought might be related to sleeping. the doctor suggested that it might be related to work. when the employee heard that information, she remembered driving the secondary waste truck over unpaved roads at greystone were particularly rough due to frost heaving. workers comp has said it is work related now.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14437,"the worker was in process of adding material to the base of the tailings dam at brushy creek mine. the moxy haul truck was going down the slope of the dam when the driver lost control. as he tried to negotiate the turn near the bottom, the truck rolled over and landed on side in a 6' deep seep pond. diver's body was found pinned under truck and in water.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14438,employee was bumped by a shuttle car while he was squatted down making notes approximately 10' from the loading end of the shuttle car. the shuttle car was in the process of being re-anchored.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14439,employee was running a loader when he stated that he hurt his back. employee refused any first aid help or transport in an ambulance to the hospital. the employee left the job against the advice of the foreman.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14440,he was riding in the truck and fell out.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14441,"employee notified of fault on conveyor, utilized loto, opened gates to return rollers. while opening gate, it struck left wrist. did not break skin or swell. ice provided, he continued to work. saw doctor 9/4/09, original diagnosis was sprain. employee returned to work 9/4/09. follow up appointments for pain in nov, dec. mri on 1/22/10 revealed tear. surgery on 2/1/2010.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14442,"stone dust got into bothe eyes of ee while driving euclid truck on haul road, impairing vision.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14443,"ee had backed his loaded truck tractor out of the shop and parked it on incline directly in front of the shop door. he applied parking brake and left truck, the truck began to roll backwards, he attempted to mount truck to stop it. the truck jacknifed and he fell between tractor cab and the trailer where his arm was pinched between cab and trailer.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14444,"employee was driving a front end loader in the yard, hit a pot hole in shallow water and felt a sharp pain in his back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14445,"while riding brookville mantrip to section, ee fell asleep & allowed his foot to dangle outside trip. his foot was caught between rib & trip resulting in a bruise to right foot. he was released to return to work but did not show & was reported waiting to see specialist. after talking to him on 5/29/09, he said he had been under doctor's care & was receiving therapy & pain meds.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14446,the engine stalled in a loaded rock truck driven by ee. in the intersection of the main haul road. ee immediately restarted the engine but did not have enough time to avoid hitting another veh icle on the haul road.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14447,"employee was by the tail end of #3 rougher going down the ramp when ee lost control of the wheel barrel, full of muck, as ee was going down the ramp. ee tipped over the wheel barrel causing ee to fall down on the grating, over the wheel barrel.",HAULAGE,Fall onto or against objects -14448,"ee was operating the mac 8 personal carrier when he ran over something, causing the steering wheel to spin out of his hand, hitting him on the left hand/wrist.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14449,"employee driving a mantrip in the outby area of the mine. while traveling through a tight area a pogo stick that was on the back of the mantrip came in contact with a ventilation control, caused the pogo stick to spring around hitting employee in the face. employee received multiple fractures to the face area including nose, orbital bones, and upper part of mouth.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14450,a mantrip was traveling outby on the 2a at the end of their working shift. a scoop was traveling inby with a slinger duster attached to the front of the bucket. the mantrip was coming down a hill and hit the scoop causing numerous injuries to the employees in the mantrip.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14451,"truck operator attempted to dump his load while sitting on an uneven grade on the stockpile. as he raised the truck bed the truck tipped over onto its right side. the operator, who was wearing seatbelt, was unharmed but complained of a sore neck. he was given pain medication and placed on light duty for one day by the er physician.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14452,"the mantrip buggy got stuck. the men were pushing the buggy out of the hole. the injured employee had his left foot between the buggy and rib. as the buggy came out of the hole, it got traction and the wheel turned and caught his ankle between buggy and the rib. the caused impairment to his left ankle, chipping the bone and contusion on the surface.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14453,"ee was attempting to hook a chain to a ore car on the rail from one that was derailed.ee had swamper back train up then had him stop the train. once the train stopped the ee stepped inbetween the cars. the chain would not reach the car, so ee instructed the swamper to signal the train back, catching the ee between the cars.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14454,improper use of equipment. personnel riding on equipment when they should not have been. lack of proper guarding.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14455,while vacuum cleaning interior of the refractory line duct an employee's hand became lodged in vacuum hose. the truck was shut down and the employee evaluated. corrective action: vacuum breaker and hose handle to be installed on all vacuum operations involving personnel handling the flex hose.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14456,a haulage supervisor operating a 2500 gallon water truck removed his eyes from the road to retrieve a fallen lunch bag from the passenger floor board.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14457,2 ee were pulling a final drive. final drive was connected to boom of a service truck. before the drive became free ee grabbed back of drive to guide the drive when it was free. as drive became free it immediately moved backwards a pinched/lacerated the ee hand. lacerations were to the ring and small finger and required 7 stiches total.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14458,"employee was riding in the mantrip when it hit a rail and stopped. employee got their foot caught between the seat, causing injury to ankle.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14459,"injured employee was stacking brick onto a pallet one at a time by hand inside kiln #6. the forklift operator moved to pick up the pallet, not seeing the employee, and the fork pushed the injured employee's left foot into the pallet. this caused an approx. 1 inch laceration to the top of the injured employee's left foot.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14460,loader moving granite so employee can take wire out. part of granite fell onto employee's metatarsal (top of foot). 2 fractures to foot.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14461,"emp claimed inj back on fri. 7/28 but did not report it until mon. 7/31. emp was oper. a komatsu 400hm haul truck and hit a pothole in the haul rd. causing inj to lower back. this report was originally submitted via paper copy, and this report is being generated to make amendments per msha field office. original was submitted 8/8/17.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14462,"operating skid loader - clean-up during shut down. employee failed to inspect work area for obstructions. lip of concrete was sticking up about 1/4', allowing the skid loader bucket to strike it. ee impacted steering wheel (contusions to ribs & head).",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14463,employee sustained injury to the low back when she was jarred by driving a lift truck over a drainage grate.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14464,ee injured his lower back and right hip while operating a loader at the plant.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14465,miner was moving large boulder in bucket and the boulder rolled off the bucket causing the loader to jump from the weight being undistributed. miner banged forehead and got a small cut on forehead that required 5 stitches.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14466,"ee pulled scoop up to load & turned scoop off & dropped bucket on ground. when exiting scoop began to roll back causing ee to twist and fall. ee complained of pain in left knee. ee has not returned to work since the day of the doi, 11/6/17. ",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -14467,"injured was a passenger, back seat of pickup truck. after driver started downhill the driver applied brakes and brakes were ok. when truck picked up speed, driver applied brakes again and brakes failed. driver tried to down shift but was forced to make a hard left turn causing truck to roll over, causing injuries",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14468,employee was disconnecting drawbar from dolly on outby end when trail motor collided with dollies and pushed dollies and employee into outby motor fatally injuring employee.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14469,"while removing a large block of stone for processing using a 220 volvo loader, the stone broke causing half the stone to fall from the loader. this in turn caused the loader to jump upward and drop. this jarring motion to ee's back causing pain.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14470,cleaning in the roller mill. the employee was dumping wheel barrow and had to push up extra hard because it was wedged between rails. felt a pinch in mid right back.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -14471,put scoop on charge and the scoop rolled over the employee's foot.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14472,"starter on maintenance truck would not disengage. wiring melted causing smoke. the miner inhaled smoke, started coughing, became nauseated, and fainted momentarily. evaluated by emt and given phenothiazine for nausea. taken to er for doctor evaluation, checked out fine. sent home for two days to rest told to follow up with primary care doctor. ",HAULAGE,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -14473,the injured person was removing a plug to drain the pump on the water truck at the end of the shift. the pto was engaged. the wind caught the persons jacket & blew it into the pto. this yanked him into the truck chassis. he was able to tear his jacket free before more serious injury took place.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14474,"ee stated that while hauling a load of coal to the prep plant, he hit a hole in the roadway, injuring his back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14475,"employee was operating a haul truck when the truck bounced, causing injury to employee's back. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14476,employee did not report injury to plant manager. he told the manager he did not know when or where he hurt his back. employee then told his personal doctor that he may have hit a rut when driving his haul truck but was not sure when he hurt his back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14477,employee was operating a shuttle car and went through a rough area in the roadway injuring his back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14478,"after zoning in at the top of #9 slope, we started down the slope and approximately 1/4 way down it felt like the brakes went out on the 8 man mantrip. we made the first turn to the right on the bottom and was not able to make the left turn and we ran into the coal rib. employee was the operator of the 8 man mantrip.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14479,"while riding on crew bus from time shack to location of equipment in pit, the bus hit a bump.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14480,operator was backing a haul truck under shovel to be loaded and contacted shovel bucket. impact caused a strain/sprain to operator neck and back region. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14481,injured was riding in #1 unit mantrip when the brake caliber blowed. injured jumped out of the trip & sprained his right ankle.,HAULAGE,Fall from machine -14482,injury was coming down a return ramp into the pit to get loaded again when he stated his brakes failed. he yelled for the loader man to move out of the way he ran his 777b end dump into the highwall. he received a broken left leg.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14483,employee was operating a battery forklift near the end of the track unloading rockdust and contacted the mine roof with his left ear and side of head while backing up. this resulted in a laceration to his left ear that required 12 sutures.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14484,"ee standing on roll feeders & partner on floor at reducer. ee prying roller east w/ 4? pry bar, stepped back slipped slightly. ee reached north w/ rt hand to stabilize self & placed hand on reciprocating carriage rail while the carriage was traveling in a reverse direction. the reciprocating carriage wheel traveled over ee rt hand severing 3rd, 4th,& 5th fingers.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14485,"ee was installing brackets on underside of lob deck and was in a boom truck while performing this task. the bucket sprung forward causing ee to hit his head on a support beam, causing a compression fracture of several vertebrae of the thoracic spine.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14486,ee was operating the euclid when the rear axle housing broke. the unit dropped to the left rear side causing ee to hit his back against the door on unit.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14487,haul truck operator was traveling down roadway when they hit a pot hole jarring their back. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14488,"ee was removing sandshoe from belt, belt caught ee's shirt he lost balance and fell on left knee.",HAULAGE,Fall to the walkway or working surface -14489,"while riding as a passenger on a cart moving backwards, employee's knee was outside of cart and got caught on hand rail twisting his knee and twisting his ankle. cast applied per md 1/14/08.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14490,"while driving down the tailing ramp, water truck hit a rut, causing front tires to jerk, and caused pain in driver's shoulder. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14491,loader operator - repetitive motion.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14492,while driving ee's damascus ee hit a cable bolt with ee's head knocking ee's hard hat off and cutting ee's head. ee required 9 stitches.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14493,while going down a hill employee lost control of truck causing him to collide with a mountain side. the reason for the loss of control of his vehicle is being investigated.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14494,the employee was operating a water truck on the 1525 level. he backed into the 3475 access to an open stope and went over the edge. he was ejected from the vehicle during the fall and fell app roximately 75' onto the rocks below. emergency response team members responded immediately.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14495,"driving dump truck in pit, truck seat collapsed, employee bounced up and back down causing headache and backache.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14496,employee operates a front end loader repeately and digs into hard face mountain. drives over a rocky road. injury occurred over time; not a specific occurrence.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14497,ee was sweeping floor when forklift backedup and bumped him left nakle was twisted as a result.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14498,"hauling stone from crusher, lost the steering on the r-22, ran off the road and rolled the vehicle on its side.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14499,ee was climbing up front end loader when he stepped on lowest step to pull himself onto the equipment he felt a strain/pull in his lower back.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -14500,ee was driving a scoop when he hit a bump in the road causing his hard hat to fly off. ee struck his head on the scoop roof.reportable lost time injury 2/16/10,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14501,while operating a shuttle car he hit a bump and threw him in air when came down bump elbow on car.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14502,a coolant line ruptured while employee was driving a haul truck. the employee inhaled some vapors when the coolant came in contact with the engine.,HAULAGE,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -14503,"employee was driving to the unit to repair a continuous miner. ee traveled thru a clear curtain on the supply road, as ee traveled thru ee didnt pay attention to the road and struck a coal rib.h ee was seen for laceration to left arm and left ring finger that required stitches.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14504,employee was working on slope belt with co-worker. they were riding back outside to get a chain ratchet. employee stated he was cutting a piece of tape to put on his boot laces when the trip hit a bump causing his arm to jerk. resulted in a cut on his left inner thigh about 2 in. long and 1/2 in. wide.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14505,the employee was operating a shuttle car when he ran over a rock and jammed his back. the employee continued to work with pain until 7/11/2011. the employee was taken off work waiting for a mri.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14506,the injured was operating no.25 man bus coming off of 5 north mains sections when his bus collided with bus no.45. the accident occurred between brk 2-3 just as you come thru the s turn near the mouth of the section. the injured's left leg hit against the control box on the man bus causing a fracture to his left leg (femur).,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14507,"lull, highlander model 844b struck employee resulting in fracture to both legs.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14508,"employee was standing alongside a fletcher roof bolting machine in the intersection of #5 entry in the last open xcut when a shuttle car came through the wing curtain and struck the employees right leg, mashing it between the shuttle car and bolting machine, causing a crushing injury to his right femur and knee cap.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14509,"ee complained of sore back while running scraper on shift. he was taken to town and he went to see a chiropractor, thus entailing msha reportability.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14510,"injured is a motorman. injured transported a 630 scoop loaded on a carrier to 7 west tail track. after stopping the locomotive & loaded carrier, the carrier rolled back against the locomotive causing it to start sliding downhill. the locomotive & carrier slid approx 6 xc before derailing. injured was thrown against operator cab.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14511,"while pulling miner with hydraulic miner puller, a shackle pin broke and hit man in lower left stomach area. (man was approx. 50' away). no visible external injuries/transported to hospital.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14512,"employee was hauling load of rocks when rock fell out of bucket on machine and caused him to run over a 24"" rock which caused the loader tire to blow out. in trying to recover, he lowered the bucket to ground which caused machine to go unstable and violently shake. employee's body was jerked around. he exited machine and collapsed on ground.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14513,"ee and witness report a very low speed impact between the two haul trucks. at time of incident both involved operators denied any injury. the ee was in a fully padded suspension seat at the time of the impact. there was minimal damage to the haul trucks. at a much later date, the ee claimed a back injury. the ee was denied worker compensation on two occasions for this claim.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14514,"the employee was trying to climb in the cab of skid steer, steeped on top of bucket to enter, slipped and fell to the right side of bucket. the employee tried to catch himself and received a small laceration to his right palm. 3 stitches were needed.",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -14515,employee was helping to load rock dust in the scoop bucket with the use of a diesel forklift. the forklift had a bulk bag of rock dust on the forks & ee was cutting the bag to allow the dust to fall into scoop bucket. employee positioned ee's right leg between the scoop bucket & the forklift tire. the forklift then pulled forward catching right leg between the two machines. ,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14516,a fatal accident occurred at the 5520-237 longhole stope when a water truck operator backed over the berm and into the stop which at the time was being backfilled.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14517,"as the ee was operating bridge carrier, a piece of coal dislodged striking him in left eye. the first day the ee missed work was 2-26-03.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14518,ee reports that ee's knee is sore and swollen from operating a cat 980h front end loader while loading trucks and stockpiling.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14519,while operating shuttle car the victim ran thru a pothole causing the car to bounce and felt pain in his lower back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14520,the 590 haul truck was injured being loaded at the 17 shovel on his night shift of 01/22/2013.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14521,the ee was in a boat traveling from the dredge to the shore. the boat traveled into an i-beam. the ee was injured when struck by the i-beam.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14522,installing a saddle in conveyor and the boom truck block hook struck the employees foot causing crushing injury without fracture.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14523,on above date and approx. time ee was operating a fairchild scoop. while approaching the section dumping point. at this time ee hit an uneven place on the mine floor causing injury to his rib. this incident occurred in entry #7.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14524,the employee was in an aerial lift working to clear a troughing roller utilizing a hammer. the equipment was not locked out at the time of incident causing the hammer to be drawn into the troughing roller also drawing the employee's hand in between the belt and roller. the employee received a hand contusion as a result of the incident.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14525,"traveling on 4-wheel buggy, tried to raise curtain with foot and foot got caught in curtain, forcing foot to mine roof.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14526,"ee was part of a three-man team removing the pin on the padlock of the shovel bucket. the nylon strap striking ee in the forehead. at the time, he was standing in the bucket about 180 degree s from the direction of pull. a forklift was being used to pull the pin. open fracture to skull.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14527,a galloway door dislodged from its hinges and fell 50 ft. striking the worker on the lower back.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14528,the employee was helping recover a pump on a two-wheel cart when the cart fell over striking his right knee.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14529,"ee alleged that the bed of the cat 789c hauler free fell and undestinational distance, causing an injury to his back. ee said he raised the bed of the hauler & then as he was lowering it the bed stopped, he pushed the down lever & the bed of the hauler; free fell down against the frame. the hauler was checked by the mechanic & no problems were found.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14530,"employee backed haul truck to the top of the 3a stock pile. when the truck stopped at top of pile, the rear of the pile collapsed causing the truck to tumble backwards down the pile. the truck rolled sideways and came to rest on roof.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14531,ee was finishing up pressure washing at the aggregate plant and was winding up the pressure hose. he moved up against the single axle tag along trailer and the jack for the trailer fell off and the ball hitch fell on his foot. the jack was not securely fastened to the trailer properly,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14532,a 992 endloader bucket was being lowered to dump load in a 777 rock truck. during this action the boom began to free fall striking rock truck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14533,"miner bypassed two hydraulic safety devices to allow adjustment of bucket from outside of machine. miner engaged hydraulic pedals by hand outside of machine, and under bucket. this allowed the bucket to apply force to miner's left side. miner walked to job site office and called supervisor to go to the hospital.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14534,employee was tramming an empty shuttle car when he struck a hole in the road way causing the operator to be lifted from the seat injuring his back. on 3-29-02 the ee received chiropractic adjustments.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14535,employee's hand was placed on the scoop bucket. when activated by the operator the push-out ram caught hand between the bucket & ram causing a laceration & fracture to the fingers of his left hand.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14536,"ee was sitting in 6 seater along travelway. another 6 seater coming from opposite direction sloewed to pass, slid in mud toward employee. he extended his arm against advancing 6 seater causing strain to left upper arm.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14537,ee was taking a load of coal to kct ky coalterminal. was desending the haul road. his transmission came out of gear. he stayed with the truck about 75' trying to stop the truck. he jumped out as the truck went over the hill. this was not a serious injury.,HAULAGE,Fall from machine -14538,"ee was operating a caol truck and exiting the pit, he came ti a stop with the truck off balance and leaning to the right, the bed turned over on the right side, raising the cab in the air. ee suffered a lower back and neck strain.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14539,employee was tramming the fork truck when he hit a hole that caused him to bounce in the seat. lost time injury as of 10/18/03.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14540,"hit by & backed over with a pickup truck. setting up to service d9r cat. washing d9r with water truck, which was going to drive around to wash other side. i walked onto road to move out of d9r & water truck's paths. then i felt the pickup truck hit me.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14541,"employee running front end loader, hit bump in road causing a lower back ache.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14542,"employee stopped his 10 wheeler, he was driving to ask gradeall operator where he wanted him to park and another 10 wheeler struck employees 10 wheeler in the right rear, causing employees bac k to strike back on the seat, giving him a jolt.he did not have any problems till 3-9-01.reason for being late is we didn't know this was due toaccident. he was in hospital getting test ran.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14543,our brake car derailed in the mine slope on it's way into the mine. employees were on the car at the time of derailment but no injuries to be reported. the brakes set during derailment and the car was down for approximately one hour to release brakes and put car back onto the track.,HAULAGE,"Accident type, without injuries" -14544,"employee was placing removable legs on a transfer conveyor. conveyor was held in place by a loader. removable leg fell and struck employee in the face, fatally injuring the employee.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14545,"employee was driving man lift across track 3 crossing; man lift bounced ee up causing ee to strike ee's leg on the man lift tray under the controls. employee suffered a break to tibia, fibula and bone was jammed up under kneecap.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14546,"while grading the road with a loader, employee struck the edge of a concrete pad, causing the loader to stop. employee hit head against something resulting in a cut on the right side of head requiring stitches.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14547,ee stated he injured his back while driving on the haul road underground. he had already made 31 trips but hit a hole in the road on his 32nd trip.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14548,"tramming a 3-wheel personel carrier, when his head came in contact with the head of a roof bolt.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14549,"ee was opeating a r-85 rock truck hauling rock to dump area when he hit a hole causing him to hit roof of cab with top of head, causing pain in his neck",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14550,miner develop back pain while operating mechanical scaler.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14551,employee was pulling on hand brake on railcar - dislocated shoulder,HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -14552,"ee was running a euclid r-120 end dump. his right leg was hurting him, he could not continue working. he had trouble walking, could not remember injuring himself.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14553,head roller of dirty coal stacker belt had mud buildup on it. employee was instructed to clean roller with belt off. he did so for a few minutes then turned the belt on and used a slate bar to scrape the roller. the bar caught in the roller and struck him on the chin.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14554,"ee and crew were riding in the mantrip of the surface,at approx.25 crosscut on #3 beltline. operator of the mantrip warned the crew that the brakes were malfunctioning and would not slow the mantrip. at some point on #3 beltline mr mckinne jumped from the mantrip causing multiple strains and contusions. the mantrip derailed in curve at #2 beltdrive striking #1 beltline",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -14555,"ee stated that he was operating diesel scoop along 3 north roadway and ran over a rock or a holein roadway, causing him to bounce around in deck. he started missing work on 4-28-03. he was dia gnosed as disc disease. we question whether an injury occurred.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14556,employee was operating a mantrip and steering wheel caugh and spun around catching his right hand. he suffered a fractured bone to his hand.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14557,ee was backing out of the #3 heading with a load of coal. he crossed under the roof bolter cable with the back of the scoop and then he turned his head to be certain the front would go under the cable then he ran over a lump of coal and it pushed him against top.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14558,"while moving railcars, ran into a railcar that ee was on. injured had jumped out of the way of the oncoming railcars and was holding onto the ladder when the cars collided. the collision caused injury to his shoulder, neck and back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14559,"ee was driving a 777 cat rock truck, while a loader operator in a 992g was was loading him. a rock came out of the loader bucket and hit the off side of the rock truck bed, jarring him and causing him to go side to side in cab of rock truck.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14560,employee hit a bump while driving the haul truck and felt a sharp pain in the right side of neck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14561,"ee was helping to switch railcars for positioning. ee was riding on ladder of railcar when he lost his footing, causing him to hit dumpster with left side of body.(mm.traveling by dumpster he hit dumpster w/left side of body causing him to lose footing on ladder)",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14562,ee was swinging lare componet (777a brake unit) with service truck boom. he was watching the top of the boom to check clearance while swinging boom. as a result he was trapped between compartment and service truck.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14563,"hauling from pit to plant; the road was soft due to recent rains, and the egde of the road gave way causing the truck to roll on its top.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14564,"employee was riding into the mine on a rail bike when he encountered an 8-ton battery locomotive. he exited the bike and was trying to get it off the track when the locomotive struck the bike, propelling a piece of the bike into his leg, bruising it.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14565,"employee was assisting fellow employee remove stuck cement blocks in the loading machine conveyor, using a 20' long 2"" pipe to push on the blocks. employee was in front of the loader holding the pipe against the stuck block as the loader moved forward causing the pipe to bend down against his leg.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14566,"dust fell off the inside of cab onto ee & into his eye. while moving piles of dirt in the storage area. eye was flushed out & ee went home & came back to regular shift on the next day, he worked 1/2 his shift & then wanted to see a dr. it was cleaned out and ee returned to work.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14567,"mechanic operating high reach lifted basket to back out of the tight area. the other mechanic in the basket was in the process of checking top side of pipe when ee became pinned between top rail of basket and i-beam structure. (as a result of the basket impact, the man lift could not be operated from the basket, requiring a nearby employee to operate the basket from the ground.)",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14568,"ee was backing production truck into shovel when truck rocked sidways, ee back locked up, has been recieving chiropractor care since 1983, has been directed to recieve chiro care for lower back dysfunction. report being filed because of citation #6159816, we believe that this is not reportable.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14569,"at 42 block main west a 604 scoop needed reset on a move dolley. the injured was operating the scoop when the scoop fell off of cribs and slammed down on the dolley. the injured felt pain in his neck and was treated with physical therapy, no lost workdays.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14570,"employee was operating a haul truck and was traveling down a ramp behind another truck. the truck in the lead stopped on the haul road, the haul truck following attempted to stop but went into a slide and made contact with the lead haul truck.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14571,employee was tightening a rail car puller cable clevis attachment under a loading point. lime dust from the conveyor above fell and got into employees eye. he was wearing rx safety glasses with side shields. the dust was embedded and he received a prescription.,HAULAGE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -14572,bullgang crew was using skid steer to stand up door frame for equipment doors. frame was chained to forks. employee was moving cable out of the way when chain came unhooked and frame fell on top of his right foot. fracture to small bone on top of foot.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14573,employee was observing belt parts being moved when a part became stuck and swung and hit him in the rt lower leg. began losing time 10-15-12,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14574,the employee dropped a striker onto a belt from the jaw. he climbed onto the belt to get the striker. while another employee turned the belt on to run the striker out. this resulted in what we assume to be a broken ankle. the jaw and feeder were locked out but not the belt below.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14575,driver a was driving down the hill from refuse site unloaded in an articulating truck and struck driver b coming up the hill in a loaded articulating truck. impact occurred on driver b's truck on the right side of truck. driver b's head hit left side window glass and left shoulder struck cab interior ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14576,ee was operating a wheeled loader when ee encountered a bump in the road and states ee bottomed out seat causing pain to lower back and neck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14577,an employee was walking through the warehouse portion of the plant between rows of tall supersack bags. he stopped as he approached an open area and another employee was backing out of a row on a forklift. the employee driving the forklift ran over the left foot of the first employee just as he stopped to look out for moving mobile equipment.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14578,loading drill steel onto a truck when the drill steel moved while being lifted. right index and middle fingers were pinched between the drill steel and the truck,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14579,"unloading supply cars off of 3 west ramp area. while turning scoop car, had left hand resting on kitchen compartment. when scoop turned completely back end of scoop (kitchen) compartment struck and lacerated left hand.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14580,"ee was pulling a loaded dolly in the west tunnel & it fell over striking them in the area of left upper leg/hip. ee presented to the clinic with a limp favoring the left leg. no bruising or swelling noted. ee was sent offsite for evaluation, ee was modified duty for the remainder of shift. ee's regular schedule had them scheduled off duty the next 7 days, released to full duty.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14581,employee stated that he hit a bump while driving a haul truck and jarred his back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14582,the injured was mashed by loader bucket against conveyor belt.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14583,"driving truck from pit, tried to adjust mirror, truck hit bump, caused laceration to left hand.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14584,"employee was driving on rt. 60 toward montgomery area when the employee slowed to turn right into prep plant, employee got hit by the back / side area.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14585,driver was dumping the load of ash and ash stuck in the bed and caused the tractor/trailer to roll over onto the passenger side. driver was having neck pain and was transported to the hospital as a precaution.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14586,"employee was rough loaded while in operation of haul truck, was given restrictions at a medical follow up on 9-29-2021",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14587,"ee driving haul truck, hit a bump in the road, ee felt pain in low back area. ee was placed on restricted duty for strain after medical treatment the following day. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14588,while riding in a normat truck a small rock came up hitting the employee in the chin causing a laceration that was sutured.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14589,ee was operating a haul truck & while being loaded a rock fell from loader bucket & jarred truck resulting in a pulled muscle in back,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14590,employee developed a headache & felt sick. claims it was fumes in the cab. the carbon monoxide detector that is mounted in the cab did not go off. the employee was taken to the hospital and was found to have carbon monoxide in his system. he was told to rest for the day. no medication was given.,HAULAGE,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -14591,the utility supervisor stated that while operating the telehandler it felt like a piece of dust went into the eye. ,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14592,slope entry was slick causing mantrip to slide striking steel square set cauisng pain to back and right hip started missing work on 12/11/08.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14593,"injured ee was operating a battery powered 6 ton man trip that was approaching 5a track switch, when a second battery powered 6 ton man trip struck the operator compartment of the injured ee's man trip, resulting in fractures to his left foot.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14594,dust from haul road got into ee's eyes 12/12/00 12/13/00 when he came back to work his eyes werered & swollen 12/27/00 he saw dr. he will rtw 1/2/01,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14595,"tipped water truck on the side. neck strain, lumbar strain. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14596,ee backed the haul truck he was operating over the hill at the dump over turning the truck resulting in a cut to his head.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14597,"employee's right arm was pinned beneath the handrail and in the roller at the same time as his hand was drawn into the troughing roller while inspecting the #2 conveyor belt, receiving ten stitches and abrasions to multiple areas of right arm/hand while trying to free himself.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14598,"employee was operating loader and backed away from backside of feed hopper, with bucket in a raised position. traveled approx. 28 feet away from hopper with the bucket raised and backed up on unleveled ground causing loader to flip on it's side.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14599,scoop operator said he caught his head against a roof bolt plate and cut his right temple above the ear. operator was moving rock at the time of the accident,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14600,"employee reported rough ride on haul truck, mechanic observed bed had too much movement. truck was downed, and driver reassigned to another truck. ee initially refused treatment, but about 2:20 p.m. requested to be taken to personal physician. ee was given restrictions company cannot accommodate, currently ongoing. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14601,ee was tramming scoop down entry to get a load of block and ran over a rock in roadway and was jolted in deck causing back injury.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14602,"while tramming a shuttle car, canopy got into the rib on the corner sending a small piece of coal into employee's left eye. coal had to be removed by doctor.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14603,ee was steering a truck that was being pushed by a loader. bed of the truck slipped off the loader bucket jarring the ee inside the cab causing a back strain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14604,"a haul truck operator experienced numbing pain in his neck after a large rock, along with smaller material, was unloaded from a shovel into his truck. the large rock caused jarring which contributed to this injury.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14605,"while operating a shuttle car, the car struck a large rock in the roadway, jarring the victim.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14606,"employee alleges experiencing pain to ee's lower back after operating a haul truck, employee claims to have struck a sinkhole on the haul truck road which ee believed to have contributed to ee's injury. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14607,"standing in the middle of track on a turn, waiting for the scoop car to come down the track to knock out a brattice wall. when the scoop got to the end of the rail it caught the rail with the battery end of the scoop causing the rail to push over approximatly four feet catching employee's right foot. (sprain right foot)",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14608,"coworker & ee were passing each other on haul road, ee was empty & coworker was loaded, rocks came off coworker's truck & bounced off the tires & hit ee's windshield causing it to shatter. ee had a few glass splinters in his rt eye. another coworker took him to er. glass splinters removed & ee rec'd tetanus shot & antiobiotic eye drops, released to full duty next day. follow up app",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14609,"shuttle car operator missed a turn, had to reverse direction and backed into the mine rib. ee stated ee struck head and hurt back inside canopy. ee did not change seating position before changing direction. ee was brought to the outside and drove self home.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14610,conveyor man put arms & shovel inside truss to clean under conveyor. while shoveling he stuck the shovel between the return roller and the belt. his left hand was bruised.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14611,"ee was operating a haul truck. as shovel operator swung load to dump in her haul truck, the shovel track sank in soft dirt. this caused bucket to hit side of haul truck causing ee to suffer pa in in back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14612,ee was driving his haul truck down the haul road when he hit a rock which made him bounce up & down in seat.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14613,employee backed into a truck causing jolt to neck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14614,employee leaned over the side of the shuttle car to look for holes in the bottom when he struck hole. his right side ribs hit the side of the shuttle car deck causing fractured rib.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14615,"associate wetting down muck pile with water truck ""cannon"" older model and associate needed to be on outside of vehicle. truck was approx. 10 feet from pile. while spraying rock 3 to 4 feet in diameter rolled down pile hit corner of platform associate standing on, broke into piece and one piece flew up hitting associate in right shin",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14616,"employee was working dozer in rock pile. a dump truck was unloading when his brakes failed and hit the dozer knocking employee against the seat, scraping and bruising his left thigh. this accident was reported to our company on 10/18/04.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14617,"the ee was traveling in an open mine jeep. a water line was hanging across the mine trakc, making clearance low. he failed to lower his head enough and struck the water line with his head.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14618,"while being loaded by a shovel, a boulder dropped into the bed of the haul truck, causing a jarring motion.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14619,ee's left boot was caught between the shuttle car and the coal rib. the toes were mashed severely and some appear to be broken.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14620,the operator of the 571 haul truck backed into the dipper of the 40 shovel causing pain in his lower back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14621,"employee was driving haul truck, and he began the dumping process. when the bed reached 4' raise, the hoist cylinder failed causing the bed to lower abruptly. this caused a jarring motion to the employee. he felt no pain at the time, but later began to have stiffness in the upper back and neck. resulted in neck strain and thoracic strain.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14622,lower back pain while driving a forklift.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14623,"backing out into the haulway with his hand resting next to the motor lid, when he hit a hole in the roadway causing the lid to raise up and down catching his right thumb causing a laceration requiring stitches.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14624,"empoyee was operating s-car on an included rd-way. s car slid down hill into rib, employee had arm struck and struck against rib with elbow. slight abrasions and swelling of elbow.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14625,"bottle rack became wedged on fork of forklift. when rack was released, the load landed on employee's foot, fracturing it.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14626,"while driving a quad he looked over to his right side to check his work, the bike hit a bump and threw him off causing his injuries.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14627,"while operating a scoop on mmu-008 in crosscut 4-5, ee's scoop ran over a rock (rock approx. 1 1/2' x 1 1/2' x 10""), causing his head to hit the canopy, resulting in neck pain and nausea.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14628,ee caught the tip of his left index finger between a belt and pulley on a colling fan motor when he placed his hand on the moving belt before it had stopped moving.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14629,@ northwest mains belt entry ss#1659. crew were loading belt on trailer with a scoop when a belt dog slipped loose hitting worker on left hand.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14630,ee was lowering counterweights on long belts. there was stored energy in belt causing hoist lever to swing hitting ee on left arm.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14631,ee was operating ram car going thru curtain and cable bolt struck ear.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14632,"ee was operating loader, breaking rocks/loading trucks. he complained of back pain that he attributes to an injury which he claims occurred approx. one month earlier. the early accident occurr ed while operating d6 dozer. he claims to have driven over large rock, and the dozer dropped abruptly causing seat to bottom out. holting his lower back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14633,"while en-route to work, employee's vehicle was rear-ended as it travelled down the access road. employee's vehicle rolled over before landing in the ditch.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14634,employee hit low brow while riding mantrip buggy and had some sore ribs. diagnosed with only a bruise. started missing work on 07/20/04 & rtw on 07/26/04.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14635,"ee was holding the bucket lever on 988 end loader while driving to fire coal stockpile when he hit a 8-10"" ditch which pitch him forward and jammed his wrist.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14636,"trespassers suspected of poaching were spotted by fwc on mine property. when fwc officer activated the emergency lights, the suspects took off on an atv at a high rate of speed, traveling on the crest road of a dam. the atv left the roadway traveling down the dam coming to rest on it's roof on the dam's toe road. both suspects were taken to the hospital.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14637,"employee was driving the tractor out of the mine when he pulled into a muck bay to move out of the way of traffic. a haul truck began to back up into the same muck bay trapping employee and tractor behind a haul truck backing up to them. when the haul truck driver saw the helper waving him to stop he did, but employee driving the tractor was struck by the back of the haul truck.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14638,"employees were lifting a pipe using a loader and chain. an employee was adjusting the chain and positioned his body under the loader bucket. the loader operator lowered the bucket to provide slack in the chain pinching the ground employee between the loader bucket and pipe, breaking three ribs.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14639,"employee was backing up the mobile, and pulled themselves up in the seat, at the same time the mbc went over a hump, pushing their head down. which caused their chin to hit off the guard above the levers. this resulted in stitches.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14640,ee was on board #4 mac-12 and as the mantrip proceeded down the slope a few hundred feet the mac-12 lost brakes. the mantrip traveled approximately 950 feet before being driven into the mine wall where it struck steel set supports. ee may have fractured ribs.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14641,"employee was operating 740 cat articulated truck going around small curve, when truck run upon 5 ft. berm. the truck cab started coming back on road when the truck bed crossed berm pulling truck over berm causing truck to overturn on its side bending cab and breaking glass. operator was wearning seat belt. operator said he had looked off when accident occured.",HAULAGE,"Accident type, without injuries" -14642,"loader was being pulled forward to prepare to rock dust. as the loader was pulled forward, the boom of the loader struck the employee.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14643,"the employee was traveling down a hill in a shuttle car on west main right section when he hit the rib with the shuttle. a rock measuring approximately 20"" by 16"" by 51"" long came in the cab and hit the employee.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14644,"driving d87 mantrip down 9 south haulage and went into 21d switch that was left thrown for the turn, striking a parked mantrip and receiving contusions when knee and lower leg struck components in the operators compartment.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14645,"the employee thought he had the forks of his komatsu wa200 securely pinned but the fork attachment fell off. the loader ran over the forks and then came to a very abrupt stop. the operator struck his head on the edge of the sun visor, which was still partially down. the laceration required 6 stitches.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14646,ran truck into ditch.,HAULAGE,"Accident type, without injuries" -14647,employee claims that he was operating his loader and ran across a drainage ditch causing the loader to bounce and he felt pain in his lower back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14648,employee was driving a haul truck down a haul road and rolled the truck over.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14649,"by all observations operator drove loader through guard rail into ditch, no injury observed. operator was taken to hospital for check up and drug screen.",HAULAGE,"Unclassified, insufficient data" -14650,"ee was driving truck, there was a curve at the bottom of the hill; he was going too fast and the truck landed on its side.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14651,"ee was in mack truck being loaded by a loader. when the loader went to dump a load of g rock into the dump truck, the wetness of the material caused it to come out all at once. the impact of the wet material caused the ee to get bounced around inside the cab of the truck hitting her head against the door. causation: possibly loading wet material too fast.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14652,employee parked haul truck and complained about neck/back strain. employee was sent to company doctor.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14653,a fatal accident occurred on mine property. three off-road motorcycle drivers trespassed onto private property. one of the drivers lost control of his motorcycle and went over an embankment. the motorcycle driver was pronounced dead at the scene. the motorcycle drivers were exceeding the posted speed limit.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14654,ee was hauling shot rock when another machine operator approched ee went to his right and hit a frozen pile of rock which was covered with snow causing the truck to shift to the left. this caused the ee to hit his head and leg.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14655,employee was in rock truck the loader loaded the truck with a big rock the big rock jared the truck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14656,employee was leaving the dump area and ran into a hole in road. this caused his left rear to bounce and his seat bottomed out resulting in lower back pain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14657,"overloaded bucket with heavy mud, downhill slope of haul truck, no damage to equipment.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14658,"employee was cleaning loose coal off coal rib when the scoop went wide open and slammed into the right side of rib, lacerating employee above right eye and causing mild whiplash.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14659,"after installing new forks, ee used forklift to facilitate loading of damaged forks into service truck. as ee slid and shimmed the second fork into the truck, a fork on the forklift shifted, allowing the heel of the damaged fork to drop in between the forks on the forklift. as it dropped, a bur on the damaged fork caught sleeve of ee pulling arm into the crush point between forks.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14660,"employee was riding in a diesel mantrip exiting the mine when the mantrip operator attempted to avoid some irregularities in the road way, and bounced into some tire ruts, causing the mantrip passengers to be jarred around.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14661,"alleged back strain from loader seat, loader hit a bump.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14662,ee was operating a 20 ton motor as a trail motor when two empty supply cars went off track in front of ee. ee could not get stopped and hurt left shoulder when the motor struck the empty supply cars. the ee continued to work till ee went off for shoulder surgery on 02/06/2019.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14663,"another ee was running scoop unloading a new scoop bucket pulled bucket on the ground. ee pulled up to slack the chain, ie stumbled in front of scoop that ee was running mashing ie leg in between the buckets.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14664,"ee has a blood clot in his leg, which he says is from running a loader. claim is under investigation by worker's comp carrier - ongoing.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14665,employee who is a mechanic had pulled his service truck up to the rear of a dozer to make repairs to the lighting system. he got out of the truck and walked around to the front when the truck rolled forward hitting him in his lower back. he has two fractures to his pelvis.,HAULAGE, -14666,employee reported while driving a haul truck that it hit a pothole and bottomed out causing pain in employee's back. employee reported the incident to employee's supervisor on 7-20-2016 but did not request to seek medical treatment until 8/4/2016. employee was diagnosed with a back strain. employee was able to continue working until 1/27/2017.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14667,ee was working monorail slack using the push/pull unit. ee rested hand on top of the monorail and the push/pull dolly pinched right middle finger between the monorail and the monorail dolly wheel.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14668,"the loaded dump truck drive was driving off the weight scale platform when ee failed to negotiate the right turn after coming off the scale. when the front right wheel contacted the guiderail, the steering wheel spun violently and caught the drivers right thumb inside the rotating steering wheel, causing a fracture of the right thumb at the first knuckle.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14669,"ee was attempting to back out of the way of traffic on a ramp intersection. when backing up, he leaned over to shut the light switch off and accidently hit the emergency brake. the truck stopp ed abruptly, throwing his head into the dash of the haul truck. he was taken to the er where he was diagnosed with a fractured nose and released to restricted duty.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14670,injured was stepping off man lift. had his hand on man lift track when man lift moved pinching right ring finger causing a fracture.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14671,tire tractor pulled into a cross cut to allow tomcar to pass by. while attempting to back further out of the way the tire tractor moved forward contacting the tomcar operator as ee drove past. the operator received a laceration to the arm and was seen by the on-site medic. ee was transported to st.vincent hospital and diagnosed with forearm laceration.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14672,while standing next to the refuse bin a chunk of refuse bounced off the scraper and struck him on the left ankle. transported by private vehicle to st. john's er and released with a `weight bearing as tolerable' restriction. he began missing work 10/8/2008 due to pain. a follow up visit to midwest occupational health associates (moha) is scheduled for 10/15/2008.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14673,"employee was sitting in front of mantrip when another mantrip slid back down a hill and struck the mantrip he was riding in, he was transported to greenbrier med center with knee pain, he was released later that evening, given 3 days off by er dr",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14674,operating 988b wheel loader hit hole in yard causing back pain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14675,injury was driving a rubber tire ride along no. 4 beltline. his right front tire caught a rock which kicked his front tires to the right. this action caused the knob/ball on the steering wheel to hit the base of his right thumb.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14676,"engineer operating rubber tire loader noticed bloodshot left eye and cloudy vision. first doctor left eye abrasion-foreign body, second doctor superficial irritation to cornea. final visit 06/20/2011 because no doctor on weekend, released with rx prescription but no restrictions 06/16/2011.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14677,coming down little grade. ee had truck in higher gear. got brakes hot and couldn't make turn. truck over turned.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14678,he was operating a haulage motor when the motor went off track causing him to strike his right knee and left middle finger against the motor. he sustained contusions to the right knee and a fracture to the left middle finger.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14679,employee was loading rock in scoop. a rock was under the bucket and the employee hit his head in the cab. employee did not start losing time until 11/17/2009 due to increased pain. **employee started losing time again on 1/27/2010 due to pending surgery.**,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14680,injured claims while driving his pickup truck on a pit road he hit a large rock on the road. he bounded up and smashed his neck on the roof of the pickup. he was wearing his helmet.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14681,"employee was flagging for the scoop that was pulling belt, the chain that secured the sheave wheel broke and struck him above the left eye and on the chin. required 5 stitches.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14682,"employee was operating a skid steer when the blade hit a rock, jarring ee inside the skid steer. ee later reported that their back was injured and went to the clinic on 8 july 2016 after 5p.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14683,employee was sitting in haul truck being loaded by a loader he states that the rock shook the truck and caused him to strain his lower back,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14684,"employee was traveling into section on a mantrip. the trip hit a hole on the travel way and bottomed out, jarring the employee. he was transported outside.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14685,loading rock into crusher. loader hit buried rock causing loader to stop suddenly. operator had seat belt on but face went forward striking back up camera view screen,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14686,"the injured parked #1 s/c in the #3 intersection to help move the miner cable out of the haulage road; as he was returning to his s/c, the #2 s/c was approaching him from the x-cut (between #1 -3 entries). operator of #2 car didn't see the victim & ran into the #1 car, catching the victim's lower legs between the two shuttle cars.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14687,"while delivering a 100' piece of belt in a mantrip/locomotive the drag came loose(it was the wrong direction, dropped into the bottom, raised the locomotive to the roof catching the belt and pulling it over the operator's compartment.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14688,injured was returning to the feeder with a load of coal and hit a bump in roadway causing him to injure his ribs.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14689,ee was putting a half header behind push out blade on 26 scoop. scoop operator pulled lever wrong way catching ee's left thumb between half head and blade.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14690,employee was assisting to change out a 10x10 pump casing. as the casing was being lifted overhead the sling broke and the casing fell approx.10' to the floor. it struck a spool piece and deflected and struck and pinned employee. casingweighs 1700lbs.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14691,"ee was working on belt line. he was holding a belt roller when belt line dro0ped and it pulled him over, straining his back.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14692,"2 ee's riding in gator drove up to 3 ee pedestrians, the passenger in the gator went to get out and slipped. his foot hot the accelerator and the gator drove into the pedestrians. one ee sustained a fracture of his left ankle.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14693,employee was standing near a shuttle car cable when the shuttle car was energized and the cable whipped up striking the employee to the ground causing ee to injure left knee.,HAULAGE,Fall to the walkway or working surface -14694,"ee was operating #10 crickett, as he was travel down west mains track haulage he seen a parked jeep just inby 1 south switch, he did not think he could stop he jump out striking the left coal rib, injurying his left knee.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14695,the employee was driving a battery powered three wheeler in the primary escapeway toward the section. ee traveled under a cable that was hung up by rope hangers with a hook on each end. ee didn't see that one of the hooks had come loose and was hanging. the hanging hook caught ee's coveralls and ee was dragged up between the ride and the mine roof. ,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14696,"injured was operating a 21 sc shuttle car on the #2 section mmu 003-0 while traveling 1a the #5 entry 40' inby the intersection, a rib of approx. size 29""l x 36""w x 1"" to 6"" thick fell into th e operator's compartment, striking him on the right leg, resulting in possible knee damage.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14697,"employee was traveling down the 9 south haulage on a diesel locomotive. leaned down to turn inby headlights off and when sat back up hit head on the mine roof. no problems with mining equipment, ppe, training or compliance issues. employee started missing work on 01/04/2017. ",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14698,subject stepped out of the bobcat while it was running. he placed his foot on bucket controls causing the bucket to raise and pin him against the machine.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14699,ee was driving shuttle car when he drove through mud which splattered in his left eye.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14700,"ran over crib block when he was running a scoop. when it bounced off the crib block, it bounced him up and down in the scoop.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14701,operating scoop hurt left knee.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14702,employee was traveling forward in a scoop from #3 entry to #2 entry to push out a load of supplies while traveling forward. he was traveling back to the #3 entry in reverse in low coal conditi ons when his head came in contact with the mine roof and the seat back rest. it appears the edgeof his hard hat caused a laceration to his head.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14703,"while adjusting the fill spout on the decorative stone bagger, ee's left pant leg got hooke by the conveyor splice, pulling the material into the 1/4"" gap between the guard and the conveyor pu tting pressure on his knee cap. all normal pinch points were guarded by the factory. the rock guard involved was added on sit. we did not realize we were actually creating another pinch point",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14704,he was driving into the pit to be loaded when the loader bumped the front of his truck. the impact jerked him and he hit the steering wheel. the jerk cracked his spine - did not know the injury had occurred until 8/3/04 - by doctor diagnosis.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14705,"employees were cutting and removing piping. they were moving a 15' piece of pipe by dragging it with a chain attached to a forklift. the pipe section had numerous elbows in it and it caught on a cement pillar and flipped, hitting one ee in the upper thigh.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14706,employee was driving a haul truck and hit a pot hole on dump. this caused the haul truck to go side to side locking employee's seat belt up and jarring the employee's shoulder and neck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14707,"while watching the material come off the conveyor and resting his hand on the rock box, employees hand was struck by a chunk of material, causing the injury.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14708,"a haul truck operator hit a rough spot at the american mountain pit intersection, and the truck rocked causing back and shoulder pain.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14709,"employee was shoveling belt line and shovel got caught on the belt, pulling his arm into the belt and burning his right wrist.",HAULAGE,Contact with hot objects or substances -14710,"employee was operating a 637e scraper and lost control when his front tire went over a windrow causing the scraper to bounce. the employees hardhat fell off and he went forward hitting the window latch causing a cut on the top of his head, requiring one staple.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14711,"ee was operating a trackmobile coupled to an enclosed railcar. when the trackmobile was unable to adequately brake the railcar, it began to slide and collided with another parked railcar. upon impact, the ee hit the left side of his face and head on the window and frame of cab. first aid only until 12/2/02.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14712,employee was using a push broom brush (handle was removed) to remove rock buildup between two troughing idlers on a conveyor. the conveyor was running at the time and the brush was caught between the idler and the conveyor which pulled in the brush and the employees right hand.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14713,"watching tailpiece after belt move. rock came off feeder, bounced up hit left hand, pinching middle and ring finger against tailpiece. taken to er for treatment, stitches used to close wound.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14714,"employee was flipping and refilling with the crane. another employee was backing up with theclark; he was looking over his right shoulder & turning to the right. as the injured glanced over his left shoulder, the other employee ran over his right foot. result was bruised foot needing ice pak.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14715,"ee placed a crib block over top of a bent shuttle car real cover in an attempt to straighten it. he then moved six to eight feet away, at this time the shuttle car operator moved the shuttle c ar to try and straighten the cover. with the movement of the shuttle car the crib came loose striking ee on the thumb of his right hand.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14716,"while driving a pick up returning to the mine offices for shift change, a dozer operator states the pickup hit a pot hole. the ee did not feel anything was wrong and went home and did not report the event. when ee woke up for next shift, ee states ee felt pain in lower back, but came to work and performed assigned duties operating a bulldozer. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14717,"while tramming car too close to the rib, pinched arm between car and rib.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14718,"while operating a articulated dump truck and after dumping a load, ee started to move forward when torque of engine flipped cab of truck. ee received scalp lacerations requiring sutures and br uises on shoulders, back & lt. knee. ee was wearing seat belt.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14719,"the ground man attempted to dislodge a rock from tail pulley and was caught by the conveyor belt. the ground man was pulled into the tail pulley by his left arm, resulting in a broken left arm.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14720,ee was driving mack coal truck loaded down a steep grade when he lost control of it and it picked up speed & ran into another coal truck causin g an accident damaging truck and causing injury of bruises and lacerations. ee was checked out and released by dr.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14721,"ee was operating a loader. he hit a chug hole while his body was twisted to look at a truck, causing pain in hip & lower back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14722,"employee complained about back pain on wednesday 12/11/2013. he claimed that he felt ok through the weekend and tuesday, but on wednesday he reported some discomfort. he never reported this but until wednesday 12/11/2013",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14723,the employee was leveling a man basket on a boom truck; the hydraulics suddenly released that jarred the man basket causing the employee to fall against the handrail resulting in 2 fractured ribs.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14724,"ee operating the 243 locomotive. he reported as he was approaching the concentrate hopper cars he went to apply the brakes & they did not work. he hit the hopper cars at approx. 5mph causing him to hit the control panel with his body, two facial cuts below his left eye from his safety glasses & he said his right chest area was sore.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14725,see attached report under accident section 4.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14726,"an employee operating a loader was performing normal work duties maintaining a mining floor. during this activity, the employee stated that the loader bucket contacted a toe, jostling the loader resulting in the employee chipping a tooth. dental treatment was made known on 2/2/2023. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14727,"ee was bouncing in his loader over rough terrain mush of the day, causing pain in back & legs.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14728,ee was performing his normal job duties-he was shifting tracks & the car (railroad) he was riding came into contact with next railroad car causing him to bump his head on the rail & lacerate his right ear,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14729,employee was operating a motor when it lost power. employee set brake but it failed; hitting inby doors and block causing them to hit employee. employee didn't miss work until 05/12/2011.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14730,when returning to pit empty a haul truck slid into ditch on snow packed haul road. operator was taken to town for medical evaluation and had bruised ribs and was held out of service for 2 days,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14731,drove over berm.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14732,ee was riding in 5-man down entry and strained his back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14733,"miner was riding mantrip and the mantrip backed into a timber, it fell and struck the miner's lower leg.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14734,"dragline dump rope caught in drag hitch. groundman moved drag ropes to create slack and went to park tractor. two maint. employees developed a plan to use the boom truck arm to release the rope. while releasing the rope they did not see groundman enter area unannounced from behind. rope released and contacted groundmans face causing injury to nose, lip, upper maxillary and teeth.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14735,employee was driving a water truck and going down into the pit. when he got to the bottom of the road there was a dip in the road. he hit his head on the air conditioner resulting in a cut to head and receiving 11 staples. he did not hav his seat belt on. (i did not receive this until 5/20/2008).,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14736,"mill operator cleaning ledge above rotary feeder with air chisel, when chisel slipped into operating feeder veins. air tool struck employees left hand, middle finger, pinning it between tool and feeder housing. injuries are fractures and lacerations to middle finger on the left hand.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14737,"an outby laborer received a laceration to his right foot when two mantrips collided, at a switch on the mine yard.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14738,"ee was removing the upper radiator grill from a 793b. he had the overhead crane in position & secured the grill. he stepped on the crane control causing the crane to trolley south resulting in the grill striking him in the face, then fell from the bumper of the truck to the ground. approx. 6 feet.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14739,ee was operating a scoop when a piece of waterline struck ee on the left side of the head. the water line was lying by the coal rib when the scoop struck it,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14740,"while loading cable in the bucket of scoop, ee's foot got stuck in the mud and he was unable to get clear from the moving scoop. the bucket hit the top of his foot bruising it.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14741,pit conditions were normal as well as machinery operating conditions; operator hit something on the ground and felt a pop in groin.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14742,"being raised in man basket to inspect conveyor. forklift mast caught conveyor frame. conveyor slipped, pinching finger and thumb. no permanent damage.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14743,ee placed his hand near open end of a suction hose that was attached to a vacuum truck that he was operating and arm was drawn into hose. capillary blood vessels were damaged and ee had blood/ fluids trapped in his arm. ee underwent surgery to relieve pressure from built up fluids in his arm.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14744,miner was driving shuttle car over rough spots hit bump and jammed neck on canopy of buggy. returned to work thinking he would feel better. headache grew worse and numbness in hands increa sed. miner drove self to hospital. had surgery on c5 and c6 disks.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14745,operator was running tractor pulling 3 scraper pans. tractor ran off the side of the haul road striking a root pile. impact broke out right and left side glass. operator received laceration to left index finger and back of head requiring treatment at local clinic. operator refused to take post incident drug test and was terminated per company substance abuse policy.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14746,"hauling material. when the left front tire of the scraper hit a soft spot, the steering wheel spun abruptly to the left. ee's right thumb jammed into the steering wheel spoke. this occurred close to the end of ee's shift for the day.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14747,"backing up to loader for loading, loader operator struck truck body with bucket, jaring operator in cab of truck causing neck injury-strained muscle.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14748,"ee was dropping a rail car down the track, the rail car bumped a rail car in front of it causing the ee's left leg to strike a step on the rail car.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14749,"while handling a loaded wheelbarrow to a down chute, ee strained left shoulder. ee started receivng physical therapy on 8/16/00",HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -14750,employee was operating front end loader with windows closed when employee felt something in eye. the employee was unable to flush the foreign body out and went to a specialist. the foreign body was a piece of metal and was able to be removed through irrigation (it was not embedded). employee was given prescriptive eye drops and returned to work full duty. ,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14751,employee states he was injured due to a jarring motion while driving a haul truck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14752,the a/c unit mounted on the inside cab roof came loose and hit the operator in the mouth.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14753,ee was driving 740 cat truck hit hole in road-seat bottomed out-ee felt pain in neck and back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14754,truck driver did not put safety bar up or block off dump body from coming down on him. he then got up on truck underneath body where he had no business. being which resulted in his death. he was told if he had problem with truck call mechanics first.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14755,"while returning to operations at shift change, the van hit a pot hole and employee hit her head on the roof of the van, causing neck and lower back pain. he was wearing seatbelt. she was taken to the er, referred to her personal physician, and has been taken off work until completion of physical therapy. ongoing",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14756,"injured employee was using a forklift to load trucks in an outside storage area. since the ground is uneven, the ie was bounced around in his forklift causing lower back pain.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14757,employee was changing tail pulley on kiln #1 clinker belt when he got his left hand ring fingr caught between the tail pulley shaft and hte frame work for the conveyor belt resulting in a brok en finger.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14758,ee was cleaning out the rollers on the crusher conveyor for shut down when a piece of mud fell down & his hammer was grabbed & sucked in. he couldn't get his hand off quick enough as a resu lt he lost the end of left index finger just below the 1st knuckle,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14759,miner complained of shoulder pain from driving/steering haul truck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14760,"going into shot rock pile, ee's tire went over some toe and his loader rolled forward into a large rock with his bucket, jarring his back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14761,employee was operating 988f loader at feeder in clean coal yard when they came in contact with a/c blower mounted on ceiling of loader. employee was attempting to replace a/c vents while blower was operating and their middle finger and index finger on right hand came in contact with blower causing injury to both fingers. ,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14762,"ee was using a water truck to wash down. the ee backed up onto a stockpile, and overturned the rear section of the articulated truck rocking the cab side to side causing them to hit their head. ee retuned to work on 10/7/22 with no restrictions. the following week ee went to the eye dr. 10/13/22 and was written out of work through 10/14/22 making this accident reportable. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14763,ee picked up ventilation tubing to set in tubing fork on scoop-scoop operator let bucket down on foot and metal guard on boot mash toes.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14764,"on 8-7-02 while operating skid loader, ee struck a door threshold. causing pain in back. ee has a history of back complaints, and his injury has been diagnosed as ctd. not caused by an acute e vent.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14765,"plant lubeman was returning to maintenance shop. as he entered the shop area, there was another hyster and trash dumpster in the travel way. as the hyster was moving forward ee leaned to his right to make sure hyster would clear. his foot slipped off the footrest & dangled outside hyster and became wedged between parked hyster & moving hyster.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14766,employee was driving a tractor and trailer off a haul road and the truck came out of gear causing the employee to hit a berm that was set up for a run away truck ramp.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14767,the injury to the employee is a muscle strain in the right arm. the exact cause of the strain is unknown. the employee believes that it may be from operating the steering wheel on the cat d-400 haul truck. the employee has been diagnosed with a muscle strain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14768,"ee was pickup up a load & the operator ""slammed"" the load into the bed of the truck on the right side & ee was thrown to the right straining his neck and back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14769,"employee blocked and jacked the welding truck to work on it. while working under it, he called over a co-worker to assist. a third employee was also asked to help and while working on the welding truck, it swayed sideways, causing the jack and blocks to roll, placing the truck down onto its tires. the employee under the truck sustained bruises, a fractured collarbone and pelvis.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14770,ee was training a new haul truck driver. ee was sitting in the jump seat next to door. haul truck encountered a rough road condition and the ee bumped his shoulder against door of truck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14771,employee was hanging a big bag on hooks when his right little finger was caught by the forks on the fork lift. he abruptly tried to remove it and sustained an amputation to the distal end of his right little finger.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14772,employee was riding the #4 locomotive and injured when the air tank for the breaking system separated under pressure and causing a right wrist sprain and face lacerations.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14773,ee was putting a head roller on a head drive and his hand was mashed.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -14774,"reportedly the employee while operating a loader, back over a large boulder. when the loader dropped from the boulder the employee was severely shaken and could not move his right arm.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14775,"injured was driving across the blue pennant access road on his way to work at twilight mtr. the access road is not an active haulroad. the mine id for this road is abandoned, however, the property is owned by elk run coal. he fell asleep while rounding turn, at which time he drove his dodge pickup under a parked 42' flatbed trailer parked on the side of the haul road.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14776,the mantrip our miner was riding in coming out of the mines at the end of the work day slid coming around a corner hitting the rib causing our miner to hit his left arm on the rib.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14777,employee complained of back pain & instally said it was not work related. then on 6/12/07 he said this is work related and his back pain in caused by driving the guarry truck over the past year. *we are denying work relatedness of this claim*.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14778,ee said rock got jammed on 10 belt; he reach for it and somehow his left arm got caught in a roller.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14779,while pulling conveyor cars out of the hole the employee was unhooking the electrical receptacle that powers the cars. as ee was working to unhook the receptacle ee placed left foot on the bottom rail of the car in the pusher assemblies path. as a result ee's left foot was caught by the moving pusher and pulled ee down on the launch base frame. ,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14780,ee was driving a concrete truck past a production window when an air mover supply hose attached from the back to a rib caught on the front of the operator's cab. the hose was stretched until t he air mover pulled loose from it's attachment &struck ee on left side of his head above the ear. witness stated ee lost conciousness briefly.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14781,"shuttle car was hung up on feeder, when shuttle car operator tried to pull off feeder, tire struck a piece of rock and it struck employee in the forehead causing a contusion. he was transported to mgh and cat scan revealed negative findings and he was told to remain off work until march 1, 2012.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14782,the employee was riding in a mantrip traveling into the mine. the mantrip hit a pothole in the road. the employee bumped his head on the roof of the trip. upon investigation the incident appears to have avergatted an existing condition.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14783,employee was riding in a mantrip to the section. the mantrip derailed. the employee complained of back pain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14784,injured was riding in mantrip to section. he raised his head in low roof area at 39 rm striking his head against roof.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14785,was going to adjust the bearings to make sure nothing was stuck in the pulley. door of tail pulley mag conveyor was stuck. he was using a 6' long pry bar to pry open the door that covers the bearing assembly. severed right index finger between nail and first knuckle on edge of conveyor.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14786,employees back started to hurt prior to him coming to work on 05-02-08 due to a re-occurrance of an old injury which occurred on 02-12-08.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14787,"employee was moving a small electrical box with a hand cart. the box started to slid off the cart and when employee went to stop it, a piece of angle iron on top of the box hit him on the wris t. the electrical box was not secured to the cart.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14788,the operator of water truck 498 lost control and struck a berm. the water truck flipped over. accident still under investigation.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14789,"employee was driving a superior bowen's (contractor) water truck down the slope into mine and lost control, impacting a dome out (located at 2n- 0 e/w) at the bottom of slope resulting in ramping up of truck over and through to other side.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14790,employee was riding in a man trip when it hit a rib causing him to hit his nose and fore head.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14791,"reportable only, no lost time. ran over a roof bolt with a lo trac and bolt came up and hit him on his head. sutures required.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14792,"ee was scooping around the feeder area, when the bucket of his scoop caught the bat wing and as he continued to back up, the bucket dropped down, causing ee to jam his head into the canopy. reportable lost time injury as of 9/30/10 due to surgery.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14793,"operator was traveling inby on a brookville locomotive with two full cars. the track switch at 36 wall on the east mains haulage had been left for the curve causing the trip to enter the switch. the motorman was unable to stop the trip and struck his head on an 8"" plastic waterline that runs parallel to the main line haulage.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14794,employee was a passenger in a golf cart that rolled over. the cart landed on top on his legs. he was evaluated by a physician and was taken off of work on 8/21/08.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14795,"ee was under truck removing drive shaft to repair fuel pump in gas tank. parking brake was engaged but when drive shaft was removed the parking brake released. with the tires not being chocked and parked on a slight grade, the truck began to roll back. ee is scheduled for consultation on 8/3/04 to have small bruise drained.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14796,employee stated that as he was tramming the diesel scoop in the haul road at break 46 he ran over a rock that caused him to strike his head against the canopy inside the operators compartment causing pain in his neck and back.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14797,operator was attempting to pack a rock out of the pit when the rock shifted to the left side of the bucket causing the loader to turn over on its side. the operator was not injured in this accident. this is for reporting purposes only. the operator worked the rest of his shift and operated an excavator.,HAULAGE,"Accident type, without injuries" -14798,"employee was attempting to back up a 6,000 gallon articulating water truck, when the right rear tire went up a 2.5% grade causing the truck and cab to tip over. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14799,"employee got his foot piniched between a 4"" h-beam laying along shields and the toe of the shield when the petitto mule bumped the beam. cause of this injury was safety awarness. compliance with rules/regs, protective equip., was not a factor, mining systems could be a factor, miner proficiency a factor.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14800,"while operating a loader, the miner hit bumps in the road, potholes, etc. which jarred and injured ee's back. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14801,ee was riding on the mantrip. the operator backed under a cable that was hung overhead. the cable caught the box containing scsrs and pushed it over striking employee.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14802,"he proceeded through the intersection, battery end first, turning left. when his trailer tire came to the corner he noticed it was going to rub the rib but continued to slide the tire around the corner which popped some of the rock off and shot it towards his operator's cab striking him in the forehead. cut above his eyes required some stitches. use protect safety glasses.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14803,"while working in crusher area, ee states he was coming down the hill, ground was wet. truck he was driving slowly started turning sideways & next thing he knew he flipped over. his head went thru side window & armrest hit his ribs. didn't seek medical attention immediately but called supt later that evening for info on where to go. he was seen at huntsville er (2 cracked ribs).",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14804,repairing a dump trailer w/leaking hose. lifted bed with loader bucket to install crib blocks to make safe for repair. bed slipped off bucket & dropped to first crib block hitting a block that was on a repairman's shoulder. repairman said he was ok but we sent him for x-rays. said he had a contusion and could return to work.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14805,injured was a passenger in a man-trip which struck a roof jack which was installed in concrete along the travel-way. the corner of the bumper caught the jack causing the injured to strike ee's knee against the dash of the mantrip. ,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14806,employee suffered an amputation below the knee while cleaning near the fine screw in the grinding facility.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14807,loading bucket of plaster in a scoop bucket when scoop operator lowered scoop bucket on left foot.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14808,ee was using a scoop to load pinner supplies on the pinner when his hand got caught between the center section on the scoop.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14809,employee was operating our 980 loader. loader went over sand berm. material in loader bucket broke windshield. employee suffered minor cuts to left side of face from broken glass. went to urgent care for medical attention. first aid was administered. employee was released back to full work duties same day. no follow up doctor visit necessary.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14810,employee caught gloved hand in conveyor head pulley while applying belt dressing.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14811,a 488 scoop ran over a 6' timber. one end of the timber rose into the air and when it returned to the ground it struck the employee on top of his left foot causing a possible hairline fracture.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14812,"ee was operating a mini trac lifting the belt up to prep for a move. the suspended belt dropped approx. 16"" when the machine pushed on a rope attached to the belt. the dropping belt made contact with the ee's head in a sitting position on the lo trac and pushed ee forward suddenly which resulted in a hyperextension and displacement and fracture of #4 vertebra.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14813,employee was operating rc26 in the flannigan 1whg. he ran into some screen wire that was hanging down. the screen wire struck him in the head.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14814,"rock truck backed up to shot, rock rolled out of shot and hit rear of rock truck bed on right rear corner, did not damage rock truck, gaventhe operator a whiplas like injury. operator missed o ne shift of work.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14815,"during maintenance on the plant, the metal detector on the conveyer sensed metal and automatically started. employee was forced under the metal detector fracturing vertebrae and ribs. ",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14816,employee was crossing over conveyor belt when belt started. traveled approx. 25' before belt was stopped. soft tissue injuries to back and right hip.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14817,injured was sitting on the edge of a supply car and the tire rolled up on his left leg resulting in a fracture.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14818,while running utility loader and haul truck ee experienced back pain. the pain peaked after running the loadr in the quarry on 9-17-03.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14819,"ee was removing a cla (digger arm/loading disc, approx. 200 lbs.) from a continuous miner when it slipped from the forks of a low-trac, hitting his right foot and causing a fracture.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14820,bridge chain caught finger between chain and rock. rock 6 in by 14 in one end sharp as razor.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14821,"there are several factors that contributed to the accident, it happened to be a curve next to a pond where the evaporation causes the road to become very slippery and the fact that it had rained the night before changing into snow early in the morning; the rear tires in the van should have been changed and finally the fact that even though he was driving at the speed limit.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14822,employee was operating a 777d unit rock in the #8 pit when the operator of the loader dropped a big rock in the bed of the rock truck and jolted the employee. he was wearing a seat belt which caused a pain in his lower abdomen.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14823,reportable only - employee was working at the tailpiece of the slope belt when a rock came off the belt hitting employee in the face chipping several teeth.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14824,injured was riding in a vehicle leaving mine property when the vehicle he was in was struck head on by a second vehicle entering the property. this accident happened in a curve.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14825,employee was operating an open diesel personnel carrier. he was traveling along the unit 1 travel way. the belt crew was pulling the unit 1 belt together. the belt was being pulled w/a diesel scoop attached by a wire rope. the diesel scoop pulled across the travel way and employee ran into the cable. the incident caused a laceration to his forehead requiring stitches.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14826,ee was riding the rail runner when he raised up and struck his head and shoulders on a cross collar. he was transported to the hospital where he was examined and x-rayed. the results were negative and he was released and treated for muscle spasm.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14827,slipped in mud while pushing a wheel barrow of coal and mud in #2 coal mill area. twisted right knee that has previously been injured. note: received an injection to the knee. mistakenly thought this incident was not reportable because the employee sought treatment as a past injury. has come to our attention that this is a reinjury and is reportable.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -14828,"while operating a scoop he ran over a belt stand, it flew up and hit him in back of the head. small cut on back of head, restricted duty for 2 days.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14829,employee was assisting another load auger flights onto a flatbed truck using a loader. employee was the ground man directing the flights onto the truck. the loader operator lost sight of him and hit his head with the bucket.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14830,"employee was pulling cable with a battery powered personnel carrier, ran over something and his head contacted the roof resulting in a neck injury.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14831,ee was operating a case 1845c. a weld on the skid-steer lift pin failed and broke. the lift arm moved from normal position and contacted the machine cab and caused the cab to shift to the right side. the lower portion of the cab came in contact with ee's boot and pinned it between the foot-rest and the cab. first aid was given by applying an ice pack.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14832,he was a passenger in company vehicle when it left the roadway and rolled over on the passenger side. aggrevation to neck injury from previous injury with another company.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14833,"the man was riding on the mantrip toward the surface at the end of the shift. while making a turn, the operator turned the mantrip close to the rib causing the man's arm to be pinched between the rib and side of the mantrip causing a contusion.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14834,ee put his hand in an unrecognized pinch point between the pan of the scoop and the stop of the pump.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14835,"ie was riding on a track mounted manbus off of the section at the end of the shift. as they came up to a switch, there was a locomotive sitting in the track trying to get into the switch. as the operator tried to stop, the manbus made contact with the locomotive & jarred the manbus. ie's ribs struck the side plate & bruised ribs. ie is supposed to return to work on 5/15/19.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14836,"employee was sitting in a caterpillar 777f 100t haul truck getting loaded by a caterpillar 992g loader. with the full bucket of the loader over the box of truck, the loader operator pushed the wrong lever causing the bucket to fall onto box of truck. truck driver was tossed around in cab causing strained neck muscles and a sore thumb.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14837,"watering down haul roads, steering hose broke on water truck causing fire, ee jumped from cab of truck",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -14838,"employee was loading crane on low boy, when landing gear came down & low boy came down on his foot, smashing right foot, breaking big toe & causing tendon and ligament damage.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14839,"ee had just loaded dump truck w/gravel using loader. it is believed that ee passed out, due to a high fever, while backing up. the loader backed into the berm and tipped over on its side. truck driver helped ee out the loader. another ee took ee to the doctor because ee was disorientated and trying to go to sleep. the accident resulted in ee having a concussion. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14840,employee stated he was riding in a mantrip and when the trip stopped he could not get out of the bus. he has been diagnosed with degenerative disc disease of the back at l4-l5 and l5-s1.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14841,employee struck a swale cut into the haul road while returning to the pit and suffered a sprain to ee's left ribs and middle back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14842,"the employee was cleaning out around the zero speed hose, while the belt was running. he opened up the guard and stuck his right hand in, past bearing for the tail pulley, with a pair of channel locks to clean. when he lost his footing, slipped and fell into the belt, the tail pulley grabbed his channel locks and pulled him into the tail pulley.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14843,"employee was lifting a rock with 988b loader, bucket slipped and employee wrenched back.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14844,"the coal discharge had become stopped up with loose material. the machine's whisper switch had been depressed by the material deactivating the controls. after clearing material, he stepped onto the guide rail for machine's dolly. with the whisper switch in neutral, the operator tried to restart machine. when it moved, it caught his feet between rail wiper bar and dolly rail.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14845,"employee was mounting a cylinder on a haul truck and caught his finger between the cylinder and the tank. employee pulled the cylinder and jerked his hand out causing injury to the left index finger. employee was transported to a local dr. michael carter. the employee received stitches, a mandatory company drug test and returned to work approximately 1.5 hours later.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14846,a rail haulage offsider was riding back to the chute to get another load when the locomotive over traveled into the chute causing fatal injuries to the offsider rail employee.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14847,"had cleaned dump are at feeder as ee was pullingaway from feeder, scoop became disabled. shuttlecar approached from around a 90deg xcut & struckrea end of scoop causing inj to be jarred around in operators compartment. awareness, failure to observe a factor",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14848,"ee was traveling across bench going thru rut from haul truck, service truck suspension bottomed out jarring lower back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14849,there were no known conditions reported as abnormal. no damage was done.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14850,"employee was operating mantrip. they did not remove timber from the back of the vehicle. the roadway was muddy and rough. the vibration of the vehicle caused the timbers in the back of the man trip to shift. the end of one timber came in contact with the rib. this caused the opposite end of the timber to swing around, striking him on side of his face, just below the rim of his hard",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14851,employee reported while unloading rock dump bed dropped jarring cab of truck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14852,employee passing by mac 8 on his 3 wheeler somehow caught his left arm on something on mac 8.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14853,"while operating a battery truck, it locked up & hit a piller causing the employee to fall off backwards. he fell approximately 12"" to the ground & hit his head. he received a few sutures.",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -14854,pit truck driver went to get out of the truck and his back felt stiff. the next morning he called in because he could not get out of bed. he went to the dr. and was told he had a pinched nerve in his lower back and would be off work the rest of the week.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14855,"ee was driving the volvo refuse trk at time of incident. he was traveling on the impoundmemnt roadway & the ground was starting to thaw out. the road had a wash board of bumps because of equ uipment traveling on it plus the freezing & thawing currently present. the trk started to bounceee planted his left foot to brace himself after the trk had bounced 3 times, & stopped ee felt a",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14856,"team member was driving the utility vehicle from the blue house area to the office. while driving downgrade near the recycle area, the vehicle began to slide and turned into the berm on the right side of the road. the front of the vehicle contacted the berm then rolled over onto the passenger side. team member received a concussion and laceration to the left side of the head.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14857,"operator hit rib with loader, sprained lower back, began restricted work on 5-26-01.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14858,"he was kneeling in the mouth of # 5 entry, by the curtain on # 2 unit when the scoop come through the curtain striking injury with the bucket.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14859,"miner was cleaning under conveyor with a machine (vermeer)- when lifting bucket, bucket hit another conveyor causing the machine (vermeer) to kick forward and up pinching miners hand between vermeer controls and bottom of conveyor.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14860,"while the ee was riding on a mantrip at the end of shift, the mantrip the ee was riding on slid into another mantrip causing the ee to be thrown into the back of the seat hitting the ee's back and ribs. the ee was wearing all the required ppe.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14861,employee was unloading a packages of timber off of skip. he lowered skip to tip timber into position to unload when load fell out onto shaft station striking top of left foot.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14862,operator stated he was in the process of dumping coal at feeder when he turned to change direction on shuttle car. he felt pain in lower back. e.r. visit referred to medical specialist. he was placed in non-working status on 9/20/01.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14863,"ee was taking down a backup curtain to move up, saw the shuttle car coming and thought the driver seen him. car struck ee on left leg.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14864,"while moving overburden to spoil pile, the employee was dumping his load. the bed was returning to the down position when it slammed to rest on the frame.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14865,"employee was helping to change out belt roller. as he was doing so, a roller slipped and caught his right hand between this roller and the belt structure.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14866,"ee was hauling refuse with the cat pan. while hewas tramming over the haul road, he ran over frozen ground which gave him whiplash to his neck &back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14867,"driving/riding in articulating haul truck. haul material across mine site and strained lower back, right hip and leg.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14868,"s/c operator making left turn in intersection. oper side deck catching corner of rib. lump of coal 3""x9"" come into oper. deck. oper tried to move with left foot while s/car still tramming, causing a laceration to inside of ankle.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14869,employee was driving a haul truck when he came upon an icy corner. as he applied the brakes his truck jack-knife.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14870,"employee stated that he was attempting to open the tailgate of truck to remove gob under the tailgate. he slipped, tailgate fell mashing his finger",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14871,"general laborer and scoop operator in process of removing a rock from top of continuous miner using scoop and 3/8 chain, chain was hooked to scoop's ram, general laborer hooked chain to rock, told scoop operator to pull up scoop to give him more slack on chain, inadvertenly operator pulled ram in, causing chain to tighten, causing lacerations to laborer's index and middle fingers.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14872,ee was helping load conveyer belt on supply trailer when supply trailer pulled forward on right foot. tire of supply trailer mashed right great toe. toe nail was torn off.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14873,#303 caterpillar rock truck backed into the #332 komatsu rock truck crushing the cab and causing the victim to be pinned beneath the steering wheel and causing cuts to both of the victims legs .,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14874,"employee was attempting to clean out jaw conveyor tail pulley when another employee bumped the power, pulling employee's arm into the tail pulley.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14875,driver stated while going down belt line steep the engine brake acted like it working & sounded like it.but it would not hold the coal trk back and it started to speed away so he drove it to the escape ramp and entered the escape ramp.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14876,"a mechanic was beginning to lift a gear case off the floor with a crane when one of the slings caught on a bolt. this caused the case to tip over, whipping a drain hose on the case towards the mechanic, fracturing left wrist. ",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14877,coworker was operating scoop pulling belt tight. the rope broke. ee's left leg was caught between the feeder and tailpiece. his knee sustained a contusion. missed 2 days.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14878,employee was walking around the plant & while doing so a rock bounced off a conveyor at a transfer point & hit left hand. they sought treatment & was diagnosed with a bruise & given a splint. ,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14879,"victim was operating assigned loader. it had been raining a substantial amount. a rock fell from the highwall and struck the windshield of the loader causing dust, dirt & glass to get in ee's eyes. emt's flushed and bandaged ee's eyes. at the hospital no foreign material was found in ee's eyes but there was minor scratches. ointment was applied and ee was released. ",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14880,"employee alleges he hit his head on the top of the loader cab on 4/14/04. the injury was not recordable at that time. employee returned to physician on 5/13/04 claiming that injury was not healing, and was prescribed physical therapy at that time.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14881,the injured was tramming the scoop in the #2 entry when he struck an indentation in the mine floor causing him to strike his shoulder in the operators compartment of the scoop.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14882,injured was operating a ram car. ee went to make a turn and the center section of the car bottomed out against each other. when the center section connected it jarred ee and ee felt increased pain in lower back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14883,"ee had loaded some monster roof plates on the deck of a mini-trac to transport them to a roof bolter. as he was traveling down an incline, the monster plates slid into the deck, causing injury to his right leg and ankle.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14884,"the employee was operating sc and hit a hole in the haul road, when the sc hit the hole, the operator bounced from his seat causing his head to hit the canopy. the x-ray showed a bruise and chip to the 6th vertebra. the following day he was released with a neck brace.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14885,employee was riding in a diesel rubber tired mantrip. as the mantrip made a right hand turn the end of his right foot was momentarily caught between the rib and the canopy support post.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14886,"while cleaning conveyor belly guards under beltline a guard full of material debris dropped down, hit the manlift basket and then jammed the basket up and into the conveyor frame in a ""spring up"" manner.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14887,ee was on board #4 mac-12 and as the mantrip proceeded down the slope a few hundred feet the mac-12 lost brakes. the mantrip traveled approximately 950 feet before being driven into the mine wall where it struck steel set supports. ee is scheduled for mri on knee on 4/10/2014.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14888,"employee took parts to the galatia north portal. while using the forklift to put the parts on the cage, he tried to push the door open further while still on the forklift. the forklift rolled back and caught employee's left arm between the forklift canopy and door frame.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14889,"ee was vacuuming out a waste bin with a line pump. the material in the bin sloughed down and the bin emptied rapidly, with some material coming out of the line opening. the material dusted the ee and got into his eyes. ee was transported to the hospital for medical attention",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14890,truck driver was attempting to dump load of coal when the bed of the truck broke loose from frame and during this occurrence it caused the cab of the truck to bounce pretty hard resulting in driver fracturing three ribs on left side,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14891,"ee was operating s/car in the #3 south, #2 entry and tire went into a pot hole and hit his head, jamming neck into the canopy.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14892,"ie was traveling into mine, checking belt condition when he hit uneven bottom contitions causing steering wheel to turn twisting right hand.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14893,"employee was operating a man-lift when he drove over a rock causing the employee to loose his balance. the employee hit his shoulder on the handrail resulting in a contusion. reported on 8/21/2009, became reportable on 4/9/2010 when the doctor took him off of work.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14894,"sitting in truck while being towed, truck slipped off tow vehicle causing passenger to be jostled against door of truck.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14895,injured claims that injury occurred while tramming scoop in roadway. tire dropped in hole causing cap light battery to bruise left side. injury was not reported to foreman until 3-30-00.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14896,"transporting materials on forks of bobcat skidster, losing a crib block, stopping to pick it up he stopped behind another material hauler. that operator did not see the skid steer behind him and backed up pinning employee between the two pieces of equipment.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -14897,ie was hooking up a tow bar from the generator to the battery side of the scoop. ie tried to swing the tow bar to the scoop battery. the scoop operator bumped the steering controls while the ie was hooking up tow bar. ie suffered a fractured thumb.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14898,"a scoop operator, was dragging a structure tray behind the scoop tramming inby. the injured ee was walking behind the scoop and actually walked into the tray, the tray caught on a piece of rail and flipped the tray in the air causing the ee to go airborne. the ee hit the mine floor and the tray came down on top of ee's lower torso.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14899,"mixing materials with loader on 5/26/21, strained shoulder when driving into pile. treated injury with stretching exercises. on 9/1/21, employee sought treatment with orthopedist, diagnosed with overextension of shoulder and prescribed physical therapy and given a cortisone shot.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14900,the man was operating a personnel carrier when it struck a bump causing the steering wheel to spin and twist man's wrist. the man worked regular duty until 10-16-09 when he reported off.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14901,employee was working on a drive shaft on a mantrip. the mantrip moved & his hand was injured.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14902,employee came in contact with scoop causing a laceration to the back of ee's lower right leg. ,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14903,"the accident occurred on the conveyor belt that goes to the fine mill. the employee was cleaning the accumulated material on the magnet while the plant was out of service. then the operator without noticing that the employee was still cleaning, turns the plant back on, this caused the employee to be trapped between the conveyor belt and the magneto.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14904,ee was resetting spud pin and hurt shoulder.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14905,"the employee was riding a rubber tired personnel carrier in a laid-back position, due to the mining height. when he exited the personnel carrier his right foot was lodged under the personnel carrier holding his foot stationary while his upper body turned. this created a twisting motion at the knee, resulting in a knee injury. lost time began on 8-6-10.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14906,"ee was running shuttle car. there was a metal roof support strap hanging down and it came inside the shuttle car. it cut the right ear of him and just about cut the ear, he drove himself to montgomery gen. emergency. he had 7 stitches and gave him antibotic cream. check up following mon. before shift and was ok to go to work. shuttle car.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14907,the #1 mantrip was parked at end of track where men had unloaded. the park brake leaked off. the #1 mantrip ran app 800' down track rounding a curve where it met #3 mantrip traveling toward section with a crew of men. the mantrips struck each other. the impact caused a whiplash effect on men riding in #3 causing neck and back pain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14908,ee was tramming shuttle car into 1 room of panel fm03 ran over a rock which caused ee to hit his rt elbow on cab. ee came back to regular job but was restricted from working overtime,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14909,iw was operating a rock truck. iw was struck by another rock truck operator. the collision impact resulted in injury to left shoulder. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14910,"while watching the dump area where scoop dump coal, the person injured did not turn off belt and tried to remove a piece of rock from feeder.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14911,pulling belt control box into 935 bucket with push plate. employee rigged chain pulling the box into the bucket. he was in bucket with right hand on top of push plate. his fingers got caught between the back of the bucket and the push plate causing lacerations and fractures to right middle and ring fingers.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14912,"a dirt particle or small piece of debris entered the employees left eye. the particle was flushed out, but the eye became infected, requiring prescription medication for treatment.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14913,employee caught his right leg between a flat car and a locomotive.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14914,injured was shaking a rock off of the blade of the scoop. he had not properly shut the 2 piece door. the back door swung open allowing the other part of the door to open up striking the steering jack which in turn swung around and struck the injured in the shoulder.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14915,"employee was driving a quarry dump truck from one end of the pit tot he other end to dump a load of slate waste. he turned the truck around and backed up to dump the load. the truck went over the bank and landed on its passenger side. ee got out of the truck, another ee saw the truck and got our excavator operator to assist.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14916,employee was standing outside of bus and took the parking brake off the bus. the bus then rolled 2 to 3 inches causing the seat to fall and smash employee's right ring and small finger. employee had lacerations and needed stitches.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14917,man left buggy in forward direction while loading material on it. part hit foot switch & buggy moved forward hitting ee on ankle & broke bone in it.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14918,"miner was driving a pickup near a sand pile when front tire contacted edge of sand pile. miner did not have firm grasp on steering wheel & it turned, jamming his finger on steering wheel.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14919,"cat 980f loader control's adjustment jammed and operator unable to adjust for neutral positioning during equipment's operation. several days of operation resulting in muscular repeatative motion injury to soft tissue, posterier of left shoulder. injured employee tardy in prompt reporting to management.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14920,"employee was operating a mantrip and accidentally lost control wrecked the bus. employee attempted to jump out before impact which caused injury to ankle, leg, and foot. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14921,ee was picking up some wire when a piece of coal fell from a conveyor striking his little finger.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14922,"injured employee was using a mini-trac to unload roof support cans from the material shaft cage. as ee was backing from the cage, a can contacted the stopper that holds cans within the cage. this caused the can to swing around the boom. a sharp edge on the can contacted ee's right arm causing a laceration that required stitches.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14923,"ee was at bottom of bypass dust silo performing inspection on 2 bypass dust extraction systems. ee thought isolation gate was closed. ee claims he opened port downstream of gate on airslide to verify gate was closed. when ee opened port on airslide, material immediately began flushing from silo. ee inhaled bypass dust during incident.",HAULAGE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -14924,"ee was tasked with operating a 980g loader to build a new berm to allow drilling and blasting crews access to set up a new shot. the ee cleared material and opened the area to an exposed highwall edge, then backed up, towards the edge of the highwall, causing the machine to fall to the bench below, sustaining injuries from the impact.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14925,"employee was walking behind a coalhauler and the rear of the coalhauler bottomed-out and struck a 4"" x 4"" x 37"" piece of wood that was in the roadway and causing it to flip up and strike the employee on his right leg.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14926,"ee was operating a water truck to fill decant pipe. he was backing water touch up to fill decant pipe, back truck off road into ditch and turned loaded water truck onto side.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14927,"the cushion hitch failed to work, hit holes and bounced off in the brush and back onto the road in a scraper. the ee injured his back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14928,"ee was stacking bags off the conveyor belt, got left hand caught by belt.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14929,employee was operating end dump when he hit a slick area on the ramp. the employee lost control of the vehicle and the equipment turned over.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14930,while transporting a manlift from the concrete batch plant to the primary rock plant the employee hit a curb. when the left front tire hit the curb the employee was thrown forward hitting his lower ribs on his left side on the manbasket handle.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14931,"employee alleges that while driving into work on the plant entrance road the vehicle they were driving was struck from behind while sitting stationary causing injuries that required ambulance transport to the hospital. reason for late filing of 7000-1, mine operator was unaware plant entrance road (location of incident)was in the mine jurisdiction.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14932,ee was clearing one bucket wide in 4w return at 109 crosscut pushing gob toward return wall. he was close to the rib on the cab side of scoop & when going in reverse he hit the rib causing him to fall in the cab striking him on the right side of the head & cutting ear.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14933,"ee had just exited his dump truck after backing it under the bins. he was standing, looking up, talking to another ee who was standing above him. another driver was backing into the adjoining stall, his truckbed struck ee in the back, knocking him to the pavement, then the right rear wheels ran over his body. the driver of the other truck got out of the truck and ran to call 911.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14934,a mechanic was assisting a group of employees change our a drag chain on a dragline bucket rigging. one employee was utilizing a loader with a hydraulic hammer attachment to remove hitch pin. during the pin removal a chip of metal flew off the hammer head and struck the other mechanic in the left forearm requiring surgery to remove the chip and repair a damaged artery in his arm.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14935,he was riding in a jeep when the jeep slid and collided with a mantrip that was parked at the end of the track. he was thrown backward and sustained a strain and contusion to the back and neck,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14936,employee was operating the caterpillar water truck and hit a hole in the road. this jarred him adn caused the injury to his back.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14937,while traveling to work in company truck along rt. 153 near penfield the vehicle hydroplaned on substance (mud/water/oil) on road resulting in the truck flipping over.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14938,this is an alleged accident. loader operator stated that he injured his left wrist. he does not know the date of injury and he does not know the time of injury. he also does not know where the accident took place.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14939,injured was checking the sample crushed materialbelt to see why it was kicking off. he stated that he thought the snub roller had coal build up on it and was checking the roller when his glove became caught between the belt and roller pulling his hand in between the roller & belt.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14940,"ee was using a boom truck to move a piece of steel, when he was caught between a piece of the crusherbox and an expanded metal guard, causing contusions to the chest area.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14941,driving over bumps near the face causing ee to bounce around in the cab of the haul truck. note: initial treatment did not involve reportable treatments (restricted duty or prescriptions). employee was released to full duty. on a follow up visit on 8/13/2019 employee was given prescriptions and was recommended therapy,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14942,"employee was involved in train derailment & received laceration to chin, which required sutures.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14943,loader operator worked all shift loading hopper at crusher. looking over his left shoulder to see behind him during the shift. at the end of the shift his neck started clamping up. later that night his neck felt worst and his leg was beginning to become numb.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14944,"ee was leaving the job site at end of shift, apparently was driving at an excessive speed. he started down the hill near the end of the haul road and hit a coal truck in the rear end. he had a broken rib & contusions to the chest and face.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14945,employee was stepping up on the 777 truck #4012 when he slipped on step. employee claims to have strained lower back and right leg. he reported both are sore.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14946,employee's haul truck was being loaded with material with a 992g loader when a rock broke the drivers side window. employee was wearing protective eyewear but felt some grit in his left eye. he used the eye wash station at the plant but continued to feel some eye irration so he sought medical attention. he was diagnosed with a corneal abrasion and prescribed eye drops.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14947,"employee was operating a 982 cat loader. the employee was traveling down a service road and failed to see that the road had been bermed off due to construction. the employee drove the loader through the berm, which caused the loader to bounce. the employee suffered cuts to the forehead and upper left arm when the side window broke out.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14948,"employee was driving an off the road volvo truck, over level ground. employee felt pain in neck to back. employee is not sure if he hit a bump or not. seat belts were used.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14949,while driving a johnson 4 wheel personnal carrier vehicle hit a rock in roadway & the steering wheel whipped out of his hand and the knob struck ee on the right thumb causing pain.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14950,"employee was driving unit 15, the truck was loaded going up the hill, employee broke the left front axle. the truck rolled back a little towards hill. employee steered truck into the bank and it flipped once.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14951,employee loading truck with forklift. truck pulled away from loading dock unexpectedly. forklift fell from loading dock to ground. employee has broken collar bone and ribs.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14952,employee stated he was overcome with exhaust fumes.,HAULAGE,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -14953,forklift operator was loading a van. loader's co-worker was supervising the load & truck driver was inside cab. operator was loading the last pallet when the driver attempted to pull forward causing forklift with operator to wedge between dock & van. operator was wearing ppe & the van was chalked.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14954,ee was running a 270 tractor that pulls coal in a ram car and had made a turn thru an intersection and had his right arm hanging out of the deck and over the bumper when the ram car bumped out against the tractor bumper it mashed his arm in between the two resulting in an injury he didn't think he hurt it but it started to swell up and decided to get it checked.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14955,a splinter entered the ee's left forearm when he brushed against a rail tie while assisting another ee load a front-end loader onto a lowboy trailer.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14956,injured was moving a 4 wheeler personnel carrier when the left front wheel fell off causing the steering wheel to spin striking his right wrist.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14957,"loader operator was recaliming filter cake with the #83 loader as he traveled up the ramp to the reclaim hopper, he drove over a chunk of frozen cake that had fallen off his bucket. he experie nced a cervical strain as he was jostled in the cab.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14958,"customer truck/trailing had backed up to the screenings stockpile to dump a full load of similar material. the dump trailer was at full extention and material hung in the upper portion of the bed and caused the truck and trailer to turn over. m&h grading contractor llc 1025 winterville rd. athens, ga 30605 owner - john hobson 706/540-3166",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14959,ee has been experiencing pain in the cervical area whenever he operates haulage trucks. he was diagnosed with degenerate disc disease and arthritis in his neck. a physicican has recommended th at ee not return to work at this time.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14960,"while pushing off on a stockpile with a front end loader, one wheel of the loader went into a dip in the grade causing a jolt straining his lower back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14961,"chemist was bringing samples into the lab, pulling a cart. a wheel fell off the cart causing it to tip over. ee tried to catch the cart and twisted her back.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -14962,while driving waste dust truck the passenger front tire came off. injured worker strained his right shoulder.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14963,the employee stated he bounced inside the operator's compartment and contact the seat with his tail bone causing an injury. the event has resulted in a lost time injury.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14964,employee was operating #10 tripper conveyor and got caught in the mechanism.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -14965,still under investigation. ** the miner was operating a loaded 40 ton articulated haul truck down a slope when the truck went out of control and hit a rib. the cab section overturned. the victim was ejected from the truck. **,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14966,no snow but mud was slippery. damage to vehicle not available at this time. driver was ambulatory but was taken to hospital emergency room.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14967,"ee was operating 992c loader when ee bumped left elbow, resulting in swelling",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14968,employee was operating the 115 tire service truck and was returning to the tire shop from a callout. as he was traveling down the north west extension haul ramp he lost control of the vehicle and turned it onto its side.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14969,"employee was placing wire around a pallet of stone. he disreguarded the backup alarm of a case 95xt skid steer loader that was moving in reverse. the employee disreguarded his safety training to yield the right-of-way to moving equipment. as a result, he was struck by the loader and died from his injuries.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14970,employee was standing behind a 3-wheel ride and was told that it was going to be moved. the ride moved in the wrong direction and caught the employee between the ride and feeder.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14971,employee was knocked down by a forklift backing out of the bay. equipment ran over his foot. back-up alarm was functioning properly. contusion to foot and thigh. sprained ankle.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14972,"two mantrips were traveling to unit 2. a btv pulled off the travel road to allow the first mantrip to pass. the first mantrip passed by, the btv flashed lights then pulled out of the crosscut striking the second mantrip. the ic in the second ride experienced some bruising to the left torso. the ic started missing work on 2/24/22. *ct on 3/7/22 revealed fractures of ribs.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14973,"running mbc went over roll in bottom, throwing shoulder into top. this resulted in bruised shoulder.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14974,"ee picked up haul truck with load, tried to dumpit but the load placement did not allow truck todump. ee backed into a small ditch & dumped loadas the bed was raising the front of the truck ro se up. when load dumped, the truck's front end came back down causing her chest to hit steeringwheel.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14975,"was moving rock dust around on scoop, twisted back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14976,i.e. was bumped in the chest by the grill guard on an underground dodge pickup truck. they were working under the hood when another dodge pickup pulled in behind them and the brakes went out causing it to hit the back of the i.e.'s truck. the tire was chocked but the impact still moved the truck enough to knock the i.e. to the ground.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14977,employee was operating the r40 haul truck when the right front tire struck a rock. the steering wheel spun around sharply and right hand got caught up in the steering wheel.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14978,"moving grid with loader, undoing chain to reposition grid slipped and fell on left foot.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -14979,employee pulled down on lever for conveyer belt wiper while kneeling on left knee. ee felt a pain in his back and was taken to the clinic.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -14980,employee was hauling material when she felt pain in her back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14981,"while traveling on haul road, haul truck operator hit a pothole jarring lower back. initially a report only, the employee reported on 5-23-19 and did not require medical care. employee went on days off and when returned to work on 5/28/19, went to er for strained muscle. began 3 days off on 5/24/19, followed up with dr, restricted duty. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14982,ee stated that while he was moving a rail ride he got his leg pinched between the ride he was moving and another ride.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14983,"employee backed dump truck into fill area and began dumping spoil. the load weight shifted, causing the cab of the truck to raise and turn onto the driver's side. employee was treated for a shoulder strain/sprain. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14984,employee was driving in diesel mantrip when she drove through bulk dust that had been placed on the roadway. the rockdust flew up & obscured vision. she hit the coal pillar with the vehicle. she sustained a cracked orbital socket on the right side.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14985,employee was pulling hdpe pipe with an atv when the atv struck a large rock. the atv stopped abruptly and the employee hit knee on the fender. ,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14986,employee indicates that twisting his neck around while back the loader repetively caused his injury.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14987,shovel bucket struck haul truck bed.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14988,"operator lost control of service truck for some unknown reason. the passenger jumped from the truck, hitting the ground. he injured his head, shoulder, arm, side and hip.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14989,the employee was in a truck bed when they bent over to start the welder when the engine backfired blowing rust in eyes. this resulted in a lost time accident. ,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -14990,"a scoop traveling inby in the 3 left heading of 17d that went into a water hole and got tangled up in ropes and cables underneath the water. this caused the loader cable to be pulled tight and come off the hangers and strike the injured in the right arm and the head. employee received contusions and was put on restricted duty. no training, machine, mining or compliance issues.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14991,while trespassing the first atv was westbound and started to slow down when the second atv ran into the rear causing him to flip. 2nd atv suffered non life threatening injuries and was transported by air ambulance to hospital.,HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -14992,"while repairing a gate post, three employees, using a service truck and a cat 950b loader, ""to reshape the post"". while the loader was moving into position its brakes failed and overran his intended point and an employee.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -14993,"the employee stated while he was folding belt, co-worker (the helper) let the scoop dipper down on his thumb.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -14994,loading hyd. hand drill in scoop when he felt a pain in his lower back. the drill hoses was hung on a anchor pin. he started missing work on 1/23/2012.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14995,"employee, while traveling along haul road on a pit bike the front tire was kicked out by a rock. employee lost balance and fell down on a rock which lacerated their forearm that required stitches. ",HAULAGE,Fall onto or against objects -14996,"employee's hand was caught between airlock doors. ee never missed work until june 27, 2016 shift.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -14997,injured was attempting to help get scoop unhung when he hit his head on the canopy jamming his neck. taken to the hospital. has strained muscle. went for follow-up doctor visit on 6-30-04 and 7-6-04.,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -14998,"a loader and haul truck struck each other, causing the employee to hit head against the radio system attached to the roof of the cab.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -14999,"miner was starting shift and traveling to work area on the dragline bench with company pickup. ee slid into a parked grader with tail lights on, on a well-lit bench. miner struck ee's face on steering wheel required 2 sutures on in chin one in lip. miner was permanently suspended due to violating policies. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15000,employee was changing out batteries on a ram car - he placed his hand on top of the car's tire & the ram car moved forward which caused his hand to come in contact with the fender of the wheel,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15001,"employee was trying to adjust the louvers in the heater vent of a cat 988 loader, when his fingers, (pointer and middle) came in contact with the heater fan. employee received 10 stitches in fingers.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -15002,the haul truck operator was operating the haul truck when he hit a bump in the road causing the fire extinguisher to momentarily discharge. the operator finished the rest of his shift for the day without complaint to his condition. the employee reported to work for his next scheduled shift and worked 6 hours before complaining of shortness of breath.,HAULAGE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -15003,"ee was driving a komatsu 400 haul truck. he went around as bend in the road and hit the right berm which cause the truck to jerk to the left side of the road and over the berm into the desert. he received 5 staples in his head, 4 stitches on nose, abrassion on forehead, concussion,left hip & right knee bruising and was confused pain and bleeding after the accident.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15004,ee was going to move scoop. he found a nitrogen bettle not secured. he lifted up one end so he could slide a chain under it. bottle slipped and smashed his hand.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -15005,employee was coming back from getting bolting supplies and hit head on the mine roof while on the lo trac. ,HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -15006,employee was backing under the shovel and hit the bucket of the shovel with the bed of the truck causing pain to neck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15007,was driving a mantrip out of mine when the front tire struck a rock or rut wipping steering wheel striking his hand.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -15008,caught left hand 4th finger between loader door and door jam.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15009,employee complained of sore neck and upper shoulder. went to doctor and will re-evaluate on 08/14/14.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15010,"ee was hooking up a supply car and the tongue of the car entered the deck of the scoop, striking his foot.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -15011,"the employee claims to have been shoveling 3/8 rock into a wheel barrow while cleaning up the plant. upon lifting the wheel barrow full of 3/8 rock, the employee felt ""tearing and pain"" in the abdomen. the employee was later diagnosed with two hernias.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion in lifting objects -15012,employee alleges injury after being laid off at the end of his 12/5/2013 shift but never reported to management. management was notified on 12/20/2013 by workers comp. claims neck and back injury after running his rock truck into another rock truck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15013,"a plant millwright was pushing on a wire rope cable to free up the feeder chain that was being pulled by the cable when his glove was pulled into a sheave, lacerating his right thumb, requiring stitches.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -15014,"ee said he felt a pain in his side while running a fork lift, he said he stepped off and checked the area and he felt a knot.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -15015,inattentive driving: ee was a passenger in company vehicle driving on plant roadway. driver reported sun glare caused him to veer and miss a turn in roadway. continued down 5' steep grade into drainage area. the abrupt stop caused a fractured fibula bone to driver and passenger re-injured a previous non-work related injury to his wrist. very little damage to company vehicle.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15016,"employee was hauling t3 channel with the lo-trac, the t3 channel hit the metal doors, then the t3 channel spun around hitting the operator in the right ear. this caused a laceration that required stitches. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15017,"while greasing, employee removed part of a guard. employee's glove got caught in tail pulley and pulled his hand into a pinch point. employee received broken bones and lacerations to the left hand.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -15018,"employee ran into a company truck with his company pickup. he has no recollection of what happened or why it happened. he had been sick the night previous to the accident and the morning of the accident with high blood pressure, which he was treated for at the hospital.",HAULAGE,"Accident type, without injuries" -15019,"employee was a passenger in the rear seat of a van. driving along, the van hit a pot hole in the road causing the employee to strike her head on the roof of the van.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -15020,"ee was steering the loader, he turned the wheel counter clock wise and felt a sharp pain in his left shoulder.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -15021,operator was on the back of the 950f loader servicing another piece of equipment. the loader rolled and pinched employee between his loader and the equipment he was servicing.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -15022,ee was diagnosed with degerative disk disease with exacerbation. this ee is an end dump driver and the physician concluded that driving the end dump aggravated her lower back and recommended t hat she not drive the end dum until she improves,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15023,"while hauling coal over rough roads, ee stated that his back and neck started hurting. ee couldnot recall any sudden incident or single event.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15024,"employee stated that he was operating no.6 coalhauler and after the coalhauler was loaded in no.1 entry he trammed to no.2 entry where he ran over a timber (12'x10"") that was lying in the road way approximately 60 ft. outby spad no.7899. he stated that this caused him to bounce in the seat of the coalhauler and jarred his back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15025,ee was sitting on 5 tail checking belt splices. teh conveyor belt caught him tool belt and dragged him up onto #5 belt conveyor. he was then forced under 5a head drive roller and then forced h im under a wooden crossover outnby 5a head roller. he then rolled off 5 belt.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -15026,"the employee was a passenger in a rail-man bus that was following another man-bus. the front bus lost traction due to wet rails, slid backward and the two man-busses collided. the employee sustained a sore right leg. the examination showed a possible torn ligament. the employee did not return to work his next scheduled shift.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15027,employee was moving trail cable in with a cat 930h. the equipment went over a deep dozer track. the back tires dropped into the dozer track. as a result the employee suffered a lower back strain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15028,"employee was attempting to hook a bridle from the feeder breaker to the scoop so that the feeder could be moved to another location. after stopping the scoop, he positioned himself between the scoop and the feeder. the scoop operator decided to exit the machine, so he set the park brake and when he removed his foot from the foot brake, the scooped rolled a couple of inches.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15029,ee was using a 988 cat loader to select rocks from a pile about 15 feet tall. while returning to the pile after setting aside one of the rocks. a rock rolled down the pile and hit the loader b ucket which was about a foot above the floor. when the rock made contact with the bucket it jarred the operator and injured his neck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15030,"while moving manlift from edge of concrete to dirt road, employee was launched into air about 3.5 ft and came down hard in basket hurting left knee. employee was checked at doctor, no injuries and was prescribed over-the-counter pain medication.",HAULAGE,"Accident type, without injuries" -15031,"employee was operating mbc when he experienced pain in back. employee continued working until january 8, 2007 at which time he started missing work due to this accident now making this a lost time accident.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -15032,employee was lifting a welding trailer tongue with a forklift when the trailer slipped off landing on his left foot.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -15033,"ee was digging shot rock, as ee took a scoop, rocks rolled into the cab and broke ee's lower leg.",HAULAGE,Struck by rolling or sliding object -15034,"employee was sitting on a supply car as it was being pushed. the prop setters on the car struck a 3"" water line coupler and moved on the car hitting him on the right knee. mike completed accid ent report on 8-7-00 and went off work due to continuing pain in his knee.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15035,he was operating loader and claims he hit a bump in the road which caused severe back pain.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15036,employee was operating forklift. back started hurting (twitching and minor spasms).,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15037,"the sc operator was making a right turn into the #3 heading when ee over steered sc & struck a row of timbers. the ee alleged that he moved over & raised up in his seat to avoid being hit by the timbers & struck his head on the mine roof. the ee had 12"" of clearance over his hard hat. this report is being submitted under protest. the ee resigned on 5/7/12.(attachment to follow)",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -15038,employee was operating an underground l.h.d. loading haul trucks. employee hit a bump in the travel-way and the d-ring on his miners belt got between him and the back of the operators seat. this caused the d-ring to strike the employee in the lower portion of his back causing pain and numbness.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -15039,the employee was operating a battery scoop cleaning the faces of the working section. he drove the scoop across a hole in the mine floor causing him to become slightly air-borne in the operators compartment. the force sustained to his back upon impact caused a bulging disc in his back. an mri was done and he has been referred to specialists for further medical attention.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15040,this ee reported rust entering eye while driving through drift.,HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -15041,employee was riding a golf cart along the 1st 60 beltline. the front passenger tire got caught on a timber causing the steering wheel to turn suddenly. employee's left index finger was caught between the steering wheel and the locking device causing a laceration and fracture to the finger tip.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15042,"hauler was being loaded. the loader struck the side of the hauler, causing motion in the hauler resulting in lower back pain to the hauler operator. initial doctor visit resulted in no restrictions. injury became recordable when employee was prescribed and received physical therapy on 10-08-2018. 7 sessions prescribed. no restrictions or lost days.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15043,driving loader he hit a chunk of salt causing whiplash to neck. was not lost time until 11/19/01,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15044,"the employee informed us he was having too much back pain to report for his afternoon shift on 03/18/03. he relates it to being jarred periodically while hauling scoria rock with a 657 scraper on 03/17/03. his normal job is scraper operator, but due to weather conditions, he spent most of his shift hauling scoria. he is unable to relate his back pain to any specific time, place or",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15045,"employee stated: he was hauling coal from stock pile to dump hopper with a 988 front end loader, hitting a hole in the roadway, jarring his lower back. 1st day lost 1/20/04.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15046,"gsi geo-synthetics (sub contractor) ee was traveling across jobsite on atv. ee attempted to cross small ditch, when atv flipped over backwards. the atv was loaded with sandbags on the rear rack. this offset the balance of the machine, contributing to the turn over.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15047,"miner traveling down a ramp in a f.e.l., he lost control and went over a berm, slid 18'down the side of the ramp and rolled onto the top. the miner's leg was caught under the seat, twisting th e leg and dislocating the hip. conditions were clear and dry.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -15048,"operating a hitachi 1700 rock truck traveling up an incline to the dump. as the truck approached the top section of the ramp, a large rock shifted causing the truck's front wheels to come off the ground and then back down, jarring the member. he returned to work, then on 4/1/2011 he was taken off work until 4/11/2011.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15049,"while being loaded, a large rock dumped into the bed of his end dump, rolled into the side of the bed causing the truck to twist from the blow which broke the window popping a glass shard to to fly and scratch his eye, requiring a presription for pain.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -15050,employee (a truck driver) backed his truck into a wall causing the operator to jar his back in his seat.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15051,ee backed up to and thru the berm and turned the below listed truck over causing a laceration to his head and left shoulder area. ee was transported to logan regional medical center by boone county ambulance where he received 7 sutures to his head 17 sutures to his shoulder and was released.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15052,"ee steered atv full right & steering locked. to avoid machine tipping over, he used left foot on ground to stabilize the unit while stopping. the main frame broke causing steering to lock. ini tial medical findings were negative but later mri revealed necessity for surgery. ee performed full job duties prior to surgery, which occurred on 5/9/03, then he was placed on restrictions.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -15053,performing equipment op job around plant. reported seat was bo on the loader and as a result would get bounced around. sunday reported accident indilating stiff neck. monday 3-25-02 saw chirop ractor.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15054,"ee was driving a cline a22-r haulage truck towards the working face section of mine on a newly established section of haul road when the driver's side of the truck drove across a low spot, jolting him in his seat. he was wearing his seatbelt. no damage was found to truck. he stated his back hurt. he also stated speed might be a factor.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15055,rail flipped back and struck ee on left lower leg.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -15056,"employee was loading haul trucks. loader tire went into a soft spot on floor, employee experienced pain in his lower back as a result.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15057,"driver was backed up to the dump location and started to raise the trailer. as the bed was being raised, the driver noticed the bed starting to sway. ee hit the down lever. as the bed was coming down, it started to lean to the right and then continued to the ground on its passenger side. tractor and trailer were damaged. load not evenly distributed was leading factor. ",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15058,"while laying track on 4 section, moving rail with lo trac, operator let rail down onto employee's left foot. employee did not start losing time until 3/19/2009.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15059,"jammed ""pinky"" finger of left hand while backing the haul truck. 1st aid.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15060,"whilw employee was operating scoop, he ran over a rock and the impact injured his upper back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15061,"21 mill conveyor stopped when spillage was carried on the return side of the belt, to the tail pulley until the pulley was choked with salt. this would have put tension on the top belt. with p ower locked and tagged out and guards removed, employee was investigating the tail pulley when the tension released, and return side of belt traveled into pulley, pulling left arm between bel",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between two or more moving objects" -15062,"ee was operating a 992g loader,in the process of removing 3 rock. he was backing away from the wall when a rock fell from the wall. the rock broke through the front windshield of the loader. it struck him in the knees and continued down his left leg, landing on his left foot.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -15063,"the injured was riding a rubber tired mantrip. as the mantrip traveled through a set of doors, one side of the door began to close. the injured raised up to close the door and struck the framework of the door. this resulted in a laceration to his forehead which required one (1) suture.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -15064,"hauling stone from crusher to stockpile. turning at stockpile, and upset dumptruck.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15065,"employee was setting timbers in entry. a freedom car came into entry and struck scoop which in turn, the timber in the scoop knocked the employee off his feet and he landed on his tail bone.",HAULAGE,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15066,ee was backing a manlift when the level indicator caused the lift to abruptly stop. he was carrying a 1/2 x 4 x 7' piece of angle iron on top ofthe basket which struck him in the chest area wh en the manlift stopped.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -15067,employee was cleaning rock out from in front of the ram on a bucket jeep. the ram was fully extended. when the ram was pulled back his left handbecame caught between the ram and the side of the bucket.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15068,employee was operating a fork scoop and unloading supplies. as employee drove the scoop down off the tail track employee jarred self and injured lower back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15069,"injured was operating a battery ram car, hauling coal from the miner to the feeder, when the car hit a pot hole, causing the injured to strike hardhat against the canopy of the ram car. this resulted in a cervical strain. the injured was seen by a doctor on 12/16/14 and put on restrictions.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15070,operating 700 polaris (side by side) in an unsafe manner. going too fast. this accident did not occur on property under mine permit.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15071,"the truck landed on its' right rear corner in the dumped material the truck then fell forward causing the left front corner of the cab to striking the rock wall and sloughed or rolled back to the position. he seem lucid but bloody from cuts on his left arm and right hand and some cut on his head, was no visible bleeding at that time.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15072,operator backed haul truck in the mud to dump. right rear tire was in the mud when ee dumped. the front tires came off the ground causing the truck to go on its side.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15073,"ee was running loader, the wind blew door shut cutting off the fingertip of his left middle finger",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -15074,"employee was directing traffic on unit, when scoop dropped bucket on top of his foot. scoop was sitting half way thru a curtain. employee was on inby side of curtain and scoop operator was on outby side of curtain. didn't know he had his foot around or under scoop bucket.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15075,"a scoop was being used to pulled four 6"" steel pipe to the loading point in #1 entry. the injured ee was walking beside the pipe. one of the pipes caught on an old track switch rail. this caus ed the pipe to swing up and across the entry striking the injured ee in the chest, head and neck area. this resulted in a contusion to the neck.",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -15076,"ee trammed minitrac in front of feeder and into crosscut, cal hauler padded under curtain while ringing bell. minitrac & coal hauler contacted on another neither piece of equipment was damaged and pie pans did not fall off of forks.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15077,"while pushing a pallet of garnet with a pallet jack, an employee felt a pop in the left foot that was followed by a sharp pain. the employee received initial diagnostics, but did not receive treatment until 2018. ",HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -15078,"ee was riding in personnel carrier. going through a ventilation curtain, ee's knee pad got caught on the curtain. this caused his foot to go up into the top (mine roof).",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -15079,"while repairing utilities to pipe hung from the back the forklift, with a manbasket attached, ran over a rock near the rib. the miner grabed the back rail of the manbasket and it pinched his three fingers between the manbasket and forklift guard.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15080,employee stated he was stuffing rags into air conditioner when his finger hit the fan.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -15081,"the employee went to see the company doctor on 4/4/2006 and was placed on restricted duty. while driving the yard truck at the plant, the steering wheel moved suddenly causing the truck bed to tip over, resulting in a fracture to the employees r-pinky finger due to grabbing the steering wheel to regain control of the vehicle.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15082,"employee was operating loead motor, pulling a supply trip. as he approached #4 crossover he saw the track switch was for the curve, his motor struck air lock doors and an omega block fell out and struck back of his neck.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -15083,a fully trained employee was riding in a 5 man mantrip leaving 77 wall going inby on 2 track when he traveled past 80 wall he jumped the switch and struck another ride parked in the spur resulting in a strained back ppe was not a factor.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15084,a forklift was being used to install a pin in a dragline bucket's left drag hitch extension. the forklift operator was using the forklift tines to put side pressure on the pin to seat it. the tines slipped off the pin and contacted a scaffold that one employee was standing on. the jarring motion caused pain in the employee's lower back.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -15085,the employee had finished fueling a machine and was driving fuel truck away and stalled the engine. he rolled backward approximately 10 feet and hit the track of the machine. employee pulled muscles in right shoulder.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15086,"supply car de-railed in a waterhole, car had been jacked up and pushed over on rail. employee couldn't see rail to make sure car was on track because of water. employee stuck hand under car to feel the rail and wheel to see if it was on the track, the car slid over catching his hand. (fractured index finger on right hand and 15 stitches)",HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -15087,bucket of scoop was dropped on foot.,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -15088,"employee was operating a haul truck on graveyard, being loaded by letourneau #243 in ramp 2. the operator's statement indicates she felt pain in her shoulders and neck while being loaded at approximately 1:30 am.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15089,"the employee was using a wheelbarrow to move stone into the electrical blockhouse. another employee was using a skid loader to dump the stone into the wheelbarrow, when the stone was dumped into the wheelbarrow, the employee was holding onto the handles of the wheelbarrow. when the stone hit the wheelbarrow, the employee felt pain in his right hip.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -15090,"employee was dumping material and truck went over backwards, landing on its top. the employee had cuts to head, a shoulder injury and compression of 2 vertebrae in lower back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15091,ee was standing approx 20' out by the tailpiece at the face phone watching the tailpiece. he had his left hand on the monorail when a piece of rock fell striking his left hand. his hand was cut and he ceased to work and was transported to bmh to seek medical attention.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -15092,"while employee clearing catwalk, material fell from conveyor onto back and neck",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -15093,ee was sitting in truck that was struck by a portion of the shovel bucket causing him to be jolted. resulting in a minor neck strain. ee was seen by a dr. and placed on light duty.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15094,"ee was backfilling an older, non-working area of the mine using a 915 lhd. after dumping a load of muck, ee was in the center of the room starting to back down the alleyway when he heard a ""sn ap"" & saw a movement along the roofline. a piece of salt appears to have struck the tractor, w/some of it either hitting the ee directly or deflecting off the tractor & subsequently striking",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -15095,"while lining up to be loaded, the ee backed into the shovel, clipping the bottom of the shovel bucket with the dove tail on his haul truck. he strained his left shoulder on impact. he saw a doctor on 03/09 who released him to restricted duty.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15096,"injured stated he was operating s car in #2 entry of ort. s car fell into a wash out stopping abruptly causing injured to strike head off canopy of s car, jamming neck and back. injured fell o ut of car, car stayed in position. emt in section treated injured. another emt arrived 15 min later transporting injured to surface.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15097,"employee was dumping a 777 haul truck, when the fire extinguisher became dislodged and fell onto the frame of the truck. when the employee lowered the bed of the truck, the fire extinguisher was crushed, filling the cab of the truck with the contents of the fire extinguisher.",HAULAGE,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -15098,ee was in the process of dumping 260 grade soda ash into a dissolving pot. when the product hit the water it erupted and burned both of the ee's legs.,HAULAGE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -15099,2x4 slid down a conveyor belt and struck employee on forehead,HAULAGE,Struck by... NEC -15100,"ee informed mgt of back pain on 2/12/2013. ee had been running a skidsteer loader/water truck-did not see physician until 2/15/2013, an mri was scheduled for diagnosis. 2/21/2013 phys.diag. was a bulging/ruptured disk in lower back-placed on light/sedentary duty. item being treated as work related unless/until directed otherwise by phys.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15101,"employee was standing near slack in trailing cable of shuttle car, when operator started car the cable repositioned tripping employee.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15102,"a contractor pinched the tip of ring finger, resulting in a fracture. the contractor & another worker were ascending in a scissor lift when one of the worker's (the rider) fingers was pinched between the lift railing & a wrench that was positioned on one of the mill shell bolts for px15b.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15103,"the injured was cleaning an entry with a scoop. he backed out of the way for a shuttle car to pass, when another shuttle car came around the corner and ran into the back of his scoop. the injured didn't start missing work until 09/02/2009.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15104,"employee was driving the company 3/4 ton pick up from shop area to the r07 mine area. on the 1st curve of the mine haul road, he lost control of the truck. the truck slid sideways & hit the berm. the truck then rolled several times & the ee was thrown from the vehicle. ee walked away but was taken by ambulance to the hospital.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -15105,"scoop was tramming over rails. scoop picked up arail approx. 18"" and dropped it on top or right foot. lost time began on 7/28/00.",HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -15106,while driving the volvo a40 off road truck. ee was turning around and ran into part of a berm. truck shifted and ee leaned to side at which time hit head struck the rops cab window post inside of cab. ee continued and finished ee's work shift at 4 p.m.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15107,"employee was emptying load from shuttle car to crusher feeder, when a rock flew up against canopy post and pinched employee's finger. employee received medical treatment for injury.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -15108,ee states that he was pulling a trip of supplies on the mainline haulage. he saw that the track switch ahead of him was mis-aligned and applied his brakes but still ran thru the switch and int o the track bolter which had been parked in the spurr.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15109,"mantrip backed through fly pads and ran into another ride, were an employee, getting on another ride to go turn off water. employee stated they didn't see other ride backing up and was struck in the lower right leg.",HAULAGE,Struck by powered moving object -15110,"ee was riding on slope hoist car entering mine. slope car hit a rock which was on the track, causing a sudden jarring of the ee. strain to back.",HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15111,rock fell off the side of the shuttle car and struck employee on the top of the left foot. he was treated at dch and taken off work.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -15112,"there was an incident where a driver was driving truck when they met ie driving ie's truck. ee swerved to ee's right causing ee's arm of ee's tailgate to strike ie's side mirror, which made the mirror break ie's side glass. it caused a small cut to ie's face. all involved were checked out at basf nurse & had a drug test at the urgent care.",HAULAGE,Struck by flying object -15113,injured was driving haul truck. injured reported back pain she said was due to inadequate seat suspension.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -15114,miner was attempting to re-position the forks on a bobcat. the fork bounced and when it did his right hand got pinched between the fork and the support behind the fork causing a laceration which required stitches at the local medical facility.,HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15115,worker was moving pipe from wet plant when the pipe fell and struck workers right arm causing possible occult fracture to right elbow.,HAULAGE,Struck by falling object -15116,"a person was driving on state route 245 in bardstown, apparently had a health issue and ran into our fencing.",HAULAGE,"Accident type, without injuries" -15117,ee was traveling down an embankment from eagle creek #5 came into at right hand curve and turned over.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15118,employee was cleaning last cross cut with a scoop when he ran over a bucket of plaster. the bucket burst and some of the material hit him in his right eye.,HAULAGE,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -15119,"employee was compacting earth with a compactor, stepped backward and stepped on an exposed section of pipe. the employee slipped and fell backward, the compactor fell one way and the employee fell the other way. he reported the injury the next day, compalining of knee pain.",HAULAGE,Fall from machine -15120,roadway rough; employee jarred his head into canopy and strained his lower back.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15121,"feeder having trouble.ee changed the plug to a different supply which then blew 2 fuses and made a conveyor trip.emptied the feeder by hand rolling the sheave. ee decided that while the guys were fixing the feeder he would go work on conveyor.he forgot they had moved the plug on the feeder.he started the back half of crusher unit,which made the feeder power up.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects" -15122,employee was tramming shuttle car when he ran over something. the shuttle car bounced him into the canopy injuring his neck.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15123,employee was operating a shuttle car and was traveling the #3 entry to the cm on unit 4. while traveling to the cm in the #3 entry he believes he hit a bump or irregularity in the mine floor on the off side of his shuttle car causing his head to hit the side of the control deck of the shuttle car. his left ear received a minor cut.,HAULAGE,Struck against a moving object -15124,"a truck driver loaded the 1984 ford lt9000 truck, then proceeded down the access road and then for some unknown reason, he got out or left the cab of the truck which therefore led to bodily injury and death (fatality) to himself approximately 100 feet from bottom of hill.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15125,employee working with 55 gallon drum on handcart felt sharp pain in elbow.,HAULAGE,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -15126,"employee stated that he was operating a shuttle car and as he was turning his body around in the seat to travel the other way, he twisted his right knee.",HAULAGE,Over-exertion NEC -15127,"ee was running a motor on 1 north haulage, and ducked to go under a low spot on the haulage. when ee raised up, a rock dust hose caught ee's hard hat. this intern strained the ee's neck. ee began missing 8/19/21. ",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -15128,"shuttle car was stuck on feeder scoop, was lifting shuttle car. injured was hooking up a chain to shuttle car; shuttle car slipped off scoop bucket causing bucket to jar, knocking ee to rib.",HAULAGE,Struck against stationary object -15129,"dumped shuttle car. was going back to miner. turned, left handed & caught left hand against rib.",HAULAGE,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15130,during mining on the l/w face an uncharted gas well was exposed. methane gas in excess of 1.5% inundated the area and caused monitors on the shearer and l/w tailgate to de-energize the section power. curtain was installed to ventilate the area to reduce the ch4 level. the exposed well was later plugged and minded through. there were no injuries or damages as a result of the event.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15131,the continuous miner made contact with old mine works from an unknown origin. water came from the old mine to cabin hollow mine. all persons were safely evacuated from the mine to the surface. the water has been pumped and equipment removed from the mine.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15132,"at approx. 1:20 pm on the miner unit 003-0 the continuous miner cut into an unchartered gas well there was an inundation of 7% ch4, 17.3 02 and 105 ppm co.",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15133,"the 002 mmu mined into old mine working at approx 2:00 pm, & an unplanned inundation of water occurred forcing the underground worker to retreat to the surface area. the mine map indicates tha t the closest 010 works were approx 200' away. this was a non-injury inundation of water.",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15134,an uncharted gas well was intersected on the longwall face at 152 shield. mining was haulted and all power removed. 1.3-1.7 methane was detected.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15135,2nd shift 220 feet in mining hit auger hole. mines pre law. no accurate mine maps are available. inundation of water.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15136,"excavator had been removing material from the toe of the slope which surrounds pond 7. while taking a break, material began to crumble off the slope. the operator attempted to move the excavator away from the slope, but while attempting to do this, the excavator was engulfed with material and flipped partially on it's side.",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15137,"during the 3/25/2018 sunday night pre-shift, an accumulation of water was found at break 6 from the number two entry to number eight entry on the one left section travel way that stopped travel to the section. all air was travelling in the proper direction. ",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15138,plant area inundation due to white river flooding.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15139,escavator operator for dickenson russell coal co. was cleaning a sump & ruptured a gas line. (note: i do not feel this was the obligation of cmz enterprises in that this incident occurred off of our permit.),INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15140,a gas leak was discovered at a gas well near the ramp road to the pit. the well company was called to investigate. msha was also called at 8:33pm. when the gas company arrived they found no leak. the gas company stated the gas release was probably caused by a relief valve that can sometimes open for a short time then re-seal.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15141,subcontractor hit a gas line with ditch witch causing damage to line. mine site was not inundated with gas due to prevailing winds.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15142,miner cut into a sealed area of mine.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15143,"inundation occurred at the 1st south panel seals which are off the main east intake. foreman found during daily inspection of the mine. he walked over to check the #4 seal when he saw water coming out of the 4"" riser. soon after he found water coming out of the 4"" u-tube in the #1 seal. mine evacuated. msha 103-k order issued; lifted 6/8/04.",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15144,"at 7:30 pm the gold quarry north dump failed, approximately 10 million tons of waste rock and clay materail were displaced. approximately 1.2 million tons will need to be removed from nevada state route 766 to open the road again. incident was reported on 2-05-05 and we were instructed not to file a report at this time on 2/06/05.",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15145,water overflow drain pipe - went into mine.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15146,while cleaning the coal seam a dozer contacted the casing of a plugged gas well in the dii area pit. pressurized gas started blowing from the well. the dozer was backed away from the well and the area was evacuated. there was no fire. it was determined the upper well plug was incorrectly located at the top of the coal seam instead of below the seam.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15147,the mine had elevated levels of methane which called for an evacuation. msha 800 number was called out of courtesy even though it was not required under part 50. because of the call we are submitting this 7000-1.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15148,excessive rainfall over the past two days has allowed enough water to collect in the pit such that normal operations in the pit have been stopped. no personnel or equipment were affected as result of this excessive water in the pit.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15149,"this is being filed at the request of msha. on 3/31/10 torrential rains & flooding throughout s new jersy overwhelmed the area surrounding the mine & ultimately engulfed the dredging pond. this regional flooding resulted in declaration of federal & state disaster areas. the mine dredging pond is not an impoundment. co disputes any reportable accident. no impoundment, no failure.",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15150,mine area flooded,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15151,"at approximately 6:15 pm, e31 longwall intersected an uncharted gas well at 39 shield at 104+25. *accident code for inundation was chosen because there is no option for uncharted gas well. ",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15152,inundation of gas after miner cut into an active gas well that was not supposed to be there. all state & federal agencies were notified immediately.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15153,a surface pond overflowed and the excess water flowed into the mine portal blocking the primary and secondary escapeway with 1 1/2' to 2' of water. the blocked area was from break # 1 to # 4 from the surface portal and no persons were in the mine at the time.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15154,mine foreman was making his exam in the primary escape way when he encountered water blocking escape way 2 breaks inby spad #749. all men were pulled back past the affected area agency notified.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15155,we are in reclamation and we were filling the pit where the entries were with water. the number 3 portal entry opened up and the water went in the pit and into the mine. there were no injuries and no one was in the pit when the portal area opened.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15156,a crew of nine men were mining coal in the first left section of the mine. while mining in the #6 entry they inadvertently cut into an adjoining abandoned mine full of water.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15157,"ee came into msg-shelton on 4-14-02 around 1:00 pm, noticed the upper pond had slid into the lower pond.",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15158,"a conveyor belt support chain broke causing the belt structure to fall striking and breaking a 4"" water and 6"" waterline. the water caused debris to be washed down dip damaging two ventilation structures that separated the belt aircourse from the escapway. this incident may or may not meet the original intent of 30 cfr 50.10 & 52.2(h).",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15159,at approximately 4:45 a.m. an employee was traveling in the right return near #2 belt head when ee encountered elevated methane levels. all power was de-energized in the affected area and the entire mine was evacuated and both agencies were notified. no one was trapped or injured. ,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15160,"during routine inspection, a maintenance supervisor identified the presence on methane at the mouth of unit 6. msha was notified. curtains were established in the west sub main to increase ventilation. additional fan added to unit 8 d entry 35 panel.",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15161,"this is being submitted at msha's insistence to terminate citation no 9475521. a sept storm caused an overflow of the total containment pond, resulting in water-trona solution to spill into the desert. the water-trona solution is not hazardous to persons but required solvay to contact wyoming deq and blm (landowner) to comply with solvay's environmental permit as it left the site. ",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15162,15-w section long wall face ( please note that this 7000-01 form is being filed for reporting compliance purposes only. as we do not agree that an inundation occurred) de-gashole 16 whd - h- 6 was intersected and by following the vent plan the hole was grouted and mining resumed.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15163,a faulty ammonia sensor alarmed causing an evacuation of our underground operation and msha was notified as a courtesy. msha cited the meikle mine for not notifying them about a possibility of an unplanned gas inundation near the betze portal within 15 minutes.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15164,"an excessive rainfall on monday, september 1, 03 caused flooding of the quarry at this location. weather permitting, normal operation is expected to resume on wednesday, september 3, 2003.",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15165,mine area inundated with water - cannot operate.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15166,employee was loading at alcoa r-50 railcar loading station when he suffered possible exposure to hf from a near by chemical release. employee was taken to first aid and given hf first aid treatment and then transported to local hospital emergency room.,INUNDATION,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -15167,refuse leaked from the slurry #6 impoundment. appeared on surface approximately 1 mile away near the north fan.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15168,"6"" of rain fell within a 3 hour period. ditches in mine were unable to contain the torrential rain causing an inundation of a-pit. this flooding was not localized at the mine. there were many local roads and property that were affected by this record rainfall event.",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15169,this mine is in inactive/non-producing status. barometric pressure change with water blown from trap in sc #2 seal. curtain torn down by rock. safety dept personnel and msha inspector found 5% methane. men were immediately pulled and power turned off. action plan put in place under the direct supervision of two msha inspectors who were on-site.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15170,water run off due to heavy rains in the area caused the water retention areas in the mine to rise. as a precautionary measure the mine was evacuated because water on level 2 of the mine was closed to the base of level 1. two mcc and transformers. there was no immediate danger. msha was notified.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15171,mine inundation - closed due to high water.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15172,plant personnel noticed an increase in flow from the seepage area that was reported on 1/8/2012. upon discovery it was immediately reported to msha and we instructed msha at the 1-800 number that this had been previously reported to msha but we were reporting the increase in flow.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15173,"while mining #3 entry 160' inby spad 1530, encountered an uncharted bor hole, allowing a large inflow of water onto section.",INUNDATION, -15174,flash flooding occurred and water from tunkhannock creek went over the bank and increased the water level in the pit by 6'. this occurred overnight when no one was in the mine. no damage occurred.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15175,"a gas bleeder was hit while bolting in unit 40 c right. employees were removed from the unit, equipment was shut down, power was de-energized, and ventilation changes were made. ",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15176,this report submitted as a result of msha violation # 7150617 dated 9/8/05 for an alledged methane inundation when inadvertently mining in a horizontal de-gas hole in 5 west section; 071-mmu,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15177,"#2 methane outstation card burnt out while electrical technician was working on it at 7:50 am. methane sensor j19 in the 1600' level was reading 0.59% at same time ""7:50 am"" when electrical technician was working at #2 methane outstation. the ams activates an evacuation because the j19 sensor did read methane above 0.5%",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15178,"the continuous miner jm4615 was cutting in #8 entry, 1st south main at 33+00 and on the right hand side of the entry about 12"" off the right hand rib, the miner cut into an old abandon oil wel l casing and broke a couplin the casing. this ould abandon oil well was not shown on the mine map and was not plugged off. no methane present. no water or oil coming in at this time.",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15179,"a non-injury event occurred on mmu 001/ mmu 003 mains section, when a continuous miner cutting in the #7 entry struck a borehole and water discharged into the mine.",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15180,a non injury accident occurred as a result of an impoundment breaking through into an underground mine. flooding occurred inside the underground mine and a discharge of slurry exited the porta ls of the 1-c mine. the slurry entered the drainages of coldwater creek and wolf creek. no injuries occurred as a result of this event.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15181,sediment pond at the oakhill mine d65p bulldozer became. 24 inches below the surface and was buried in soft ground. the d9l sank in the soft material and ruptured the pipeline with it right grouser.,INUNDATION, -15182,"water inundation inby survey station # 1010, # 3 heading in face continuous miner. cut into old works on right side of cut. unknown mine.",INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15183,the section foreman on 003 section was making an exam of the n 0/5 face area when saw a crack in the face. he checked face area and detected a small amount of cha or methane and low oxygen. he examined the n0/6 face area. found small crack in the face. detected low oxygen and low contrentration of cha. withdraw employee. notified msha.,INUNDATION,"Accident type, without injuries" -15184,"employee was carrying bolt down steps and fell hurting back, neck, knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15185,employee stated ee was supplying the roof bolt machine. as ee walked toward the front of the bolt machine ee slipped and fell backwards. as ee fell ee extended ee's right arm to catch self. this caused ee to jam ee's right elbow. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15186,"ee injured knee while working behind maintenance shop. the employee tripped over a pallet and twisted his knee. after evaluation, he returned to work. he had surgery while off work from a non-work related medical condition. upon release by his dr, he rtw with no restrictions. ee continued to feel discomfort & was sent for further medical evaluation. light duty began 4/10/2006.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15187,exiting cab on dragline & lost footing on steps to walkway. left ankle swollen & left knee painfull after leaving work at 1600 hrs,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15188,"the injured employee jumped from a manbasket and received a cut on his head and lip. the employee was taken to the doctor and received first aid treatment (there were no stitches, butterfly bandages were applied to the wound). the doctor placed the employee on restricted duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15189,employee was returning from the upper levels on tower 3 when ee fell because the steps moved.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15190,"after putting antifreeze in the coal truck, he slipped while dismounting and fell approx 3' to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15191,"key temp employee contractor was en route to the cement silos to change silos. when exiting the clinker silos on the north end, he slipped on granular clinker. this caused him to lose footing and apparently twist ankle. two days later by x-ray a doctor found a broken bone in foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15192,the operator fell while accessing a motor grader causing an injury to the left hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15193,"worker was checking oil level in a bulk storage tank. he leaned a closed 6'stepladder against the tank. he began to climb the ladder, at the 2nd step, the ladder slipped away from the tank cau sing the worker to fall against the tank, where his chin contacted the lip of the tank.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15194,ee fell approx. 15' from elevated conveyor/catwalk area. he was positioning a water hose.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15195,ee was looking at rock. another rock fell. he tried to get out of the way - fell against a skidsteer forklift.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15196,"checking on a water leak in wash house, stepped up 2' into small room. grasped leaking pipe. it burst spraying water into ee face causing ee to fall backwards out the doorway.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15197,ee stopped his truck to give a miner a hand lining up vent pipe. as he stepped up on the scoop he slipped. he then turned and jumped to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15198,employee sprained ankle while dismounting motor-grader. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15199,"while repairing troughing idler pulleys on the over land conveyor, the employee twisted his right knee when he climbed down off of the conveyor belt.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15200,ee was dismounting 777 rock truck. slipped and fell from front step. mud had accumulated on step. bruise to left side and ribs,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15201,employee passed out while standing in parking lot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15202,"employee was climbing stairs to the hen house to inspect for wear. after employee completed the inspection, employee went to climb down the stairs and missed a step. employee fell and hit elbow. this resulted in pain in elbow. employee initially refused medical treatment.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15203,"employee was walking in e27 longwall track entry, when they stepped into a muddy rut and felt pain in their right knee. mri results pending. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15204,"he claimed that he got finished cutting the place he was in and got up to tram the continuous miner, then his knee popped. during the time his knee popped he stumbled then twisted his lower back. this we believe should be a medical issue from a previous old injury and should not be a msha reportable injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15205,"ee bruised his left foot after performing work on #15 tripped at the top of the r25 rod mill bldg. he was stepping down from a fixed metal ladder on the side of #15 tripper. as he stepped off ladder with left foot, he stepped on edge of narrow deck plate where it connects to the flexible rubber skirting material. his foot rolled off the edge.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15206,"while exiting a fuel truck, ee stepped on uneven ground twisting his ankle. ee wearing ankle brace for support.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15207,employee was pulling on a hose when he slipped. he struck his right knee on a rock on the ground and received a laceration. this injury is reportable for sutures.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15208,"while walking on concrete by maintenance shop, the injured employee slipped on snow surface, falling on right shoulder & right side of back (fractured 3 ribs).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15209,on 03-13-2008 miner was climbing stairs. miner mis-stepped top step and scraped left knee and shin. on 03-18-2008 miner requested medical treatment due to significant swelling and bruising. normal care provider not available. er visit on 03-18-2008 and followed up with normal care provider on 03-19-2008. diagnosed with lower leg contusion.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15210,the injured was climbing a ladder at the plant and failed to use three point contact and fell approximately five feet to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15211,the ee was carrying omega blocks and was loading them in the scoop bucket. he tripped over a board and his right hand struck the scoop ram. the x-ray showed a simple fracture to his wrist. cast was applied.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15212,employee was walking to job site when he slipped on ice and fell on his face.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15213,mill process operator received a laceration to his right lower leg when one of the concrete support corners under a u-drain cover collapsed. the operator's leg came in contact with the u-drain wall causing the laceration that required several sutures to close.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15214,the employee stated he was attempting to lift a timber when he staggered due to the weight of the timber causing him to stumble and fall. he caught himself with his left hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15215,individual exiting mine shop office slipped on ice and fell on gravel parking surface. individual was able to walk and continued work with minor discomfort only. initial diagnosis was sprain; ongoing pain led to follow-up medical treatment on 14-jan; x-ray determined fracture of fibula.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15216,"the injured employee tripped over a cord to a pump that was run through a doorway. when ee tripped, ee fell and hit head on a handrail causing a laceration to the right eyebrow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15217,"ee was working on the 4th floor of the prep plant changing out 14"" return line off the hydro cyclones. they were using an 8' fiberglass ladder to reach certain parts of the job. ee was on the ladder and started down when he felt his right knee twist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15218,employee was taking belt frame down the slope and slipped and fell on his left hip area and also landed on his scsr.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15219,"ee was standing on trailer 5-541 reached up to grab onto the side of conveyor 14-1000, lost his grip, slipped off the trailer and twisted his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15220,while coming down the steps of the 966d highlift operator slipped and twisted his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15221,a scaffold lug failed in the southeast quadrant of the vessel. this was caused by insufficient weld on the scaffold lug.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -15222,ee caught heal of boot on step and started to fall down stairs. ee caught herself with right hand causing small fracture in right wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15223,"employee fell through the grizzly, a grid was missing.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15224,employee fractured patella after slipping and falling on ice in the main yard. employee was in the process of warming up front end loader and was heading back to the surface mill department when the fall occurred.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15225,"employee was jackhammering mill balls, when he fell backwards, striking head and injuring lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15226,several employees were carrying a screen deck up a flight of steps. employee fell backwards on the steps striking the upper and lower back against the stairs. he did not hit his head but he did feel his head snap (whiplash fashion).,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15227,"employee had removed wheel chocks from vehicle and moved the truck. when walking back through the area, the employee tripped over the chocks and fell to the ground. incident became reportable on 12/9/11 when dr placed him on restricted duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15228,"ee was walking on a blast pattern and stepped into a small depression and hurt left knee, continued to work. on 07/31/19 ee was prescribed physical therapy due to continued pain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15229,was stepping out of locomotive. he placed his was on to the track rail. his foot slipped off the rail and he sprained or strained his foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15230,"employee was resampling railcar cxst 228137. after obtaining samples from the top of railcar, he was returning on the grating walkway on the opposite side of the down ladder. as he crossed the ""a"" end walkway to the ladder, he lost his balance and fell 15' to the gravel.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -15231,"ee lost footing while installing j-bolt on screen. ee slipped scraping his right shin and hit his right hip on 2"" channel piece of channel.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15232,"ee was sitting at his desk in a chair at the mine office. a loader operator for imi came in the office to talk to ee. this is when ee had a seizure, loader operator said ee slumped over to his left side in his chair , and his right arm was straight out and stiff during the seizure. 911 was called, ee was taken to the hospital.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15233,slipped on mud and fell while walking causing bruised elbow and sore neck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15234,employee was walking up a ladder when his retractable locked up causing him to lose his footing. he fell backwards off of the ladder and fractured both legs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15235,"alledged incident was to have occurred while this employee was examining belts. he claims to have slipped in mud straining his knee. cause of this injury if occurred at this mine was safety awareness. compliance with rules/regs was not a factor, protective equipment not a factor, miner attitude a factor, mining equip./systems not a factor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15236,"was loading cribs in a scoop bucket outside and tripped on a crib, falling backewards he bruised and strained his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15237,"while attempting to re-hang a pinner cable, the roof bolter moved up in the next place over, not knowing the cable reel was locked. cable came down, knocking employee to the ground. incident only, finished shift. wasn't reported to safety dept until 05/15/2012 hernia surgery on 6/19/2012 making this a lost time accident.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -15238,employee slipped on stairs in the prep plant going down from the 10th floor to the 9th floor. when the employee slipped they grabbed the handrail and strained left shoulder and also over extended and strained right hip. employee was wearing the proper ppe. employee did not start missing work until 8/2/2021.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15239,"employee exited pickup, closed door, and turned to go to the office. his right foot slipped & caught, causing ankle pain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15240,"employee was on ladder trying to align sub to casing. told co-worker to lower head down. when he did this, injured's foot slipped to pinch point between frame and drill head.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15241,"individual stepped to the edge of a step bench, slipped on loose gravel and fell 9'2"". the fall occurred while he was supervising a crew setting concrete forms on the lower bench. a safety bar ricade fence had been taken down to move materials for the concrete work and not reestablished.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -15242,employee was putting up chain hangers and chains when he slipped and dislocated his left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15243,"ee was coming down primary plant stairs when he lost his footing on the second to last step, hurting his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15244,employee was using a chipping gun to clear rock from over head in the surge bin at the crusher. material fell onto the ee & he fell from the ladder twisting his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15245,employee was climbing in the loader on a snowy day and slipped on the ladder rung and fell to the ground. employee sustained a fracture of the right hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15246,injured was lifting a door off of a slurry pump when his foot slipped and door fell against leg injuring knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15247,miner stepped off jumbo and rolled right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15248,while closing the west gate into the carbon columns the employee slipped on the ice and strained his lower back and left knee at first it was untreated later he went to the doctor 3/27/08 on 1/20/09 had surgery on left knee,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15249,"ee was pulling up slack in bolter cable with reel when it caught his feet, tripping him. he fellonto his scsr, injuring his chest.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15250,the operator was removing a piece of steel that was plugging a chute. after retrieving it right foot slipped causing left knee to buckle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15251,slip and fall on wet concrete causing an ankle sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15252,employee was standing on rock while shooting elv. rock rolled out from under him causing employee to fall on to left leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15253,"worker was cleaning a crusher interior. while dismounting, he slipped and did the ""splits"" while recovering. this hyper-extended his right groin muscle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15254,"employee was pulling belt with vise grips and slipped, he caught himself on the lolo cuting his right hand on a piece of metal on lolo. 8 stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15255,employee slipped while exiting water truck cab. experienced back pain two days later.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15256,"walking down inclined conveyor walkway, tacked grating broke loose causing open hole which employee fell through to ground (approx 10 feet)",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -15257,employee was doing his pre-op inspection. when he stepped from the cab to the deck he twisted his right foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15258,"ee was changing hoist cables on a bucyrus 495 hd shovel when he slipped and fell approximately 3 feet. as employee fell, he tried breaking his fall with his left hand causing a small fracture in his left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15259,"ee was repairing belt structure at no. 7 belt take-up when a fire suppression spray broke and sprayed water in his face and as he was trying to move away, he tripped and fell striking his left knee on the mine floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15260,"ee was grinding while standing on edge of machinery; lost footing & slipped causing laceration to left 4th finger by grinder, requiring stitches; returned to work the next day.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15261,"employee was working on uneven and sloped surface in the underground mine at the 7w to 6w level pipeline raise hole. employee was moving pipe back into position, when he slipped and fell. employee sprained his right knee and had minor contusion and laceration. employee will be on modified work duty until released by a dr.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15262,ee mounting 988g when step broke at weld. ee swung out and held onto handrail with left hand and all body weight. ee strained shoulder. ee given modified duty on 5/1/12.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15263,"loader operator was entering the wheeled loader via steps, his right hand slipped from hand rail causing him to fall backward onto the ground, hitting his right elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15264,ee strained his lower back which required prescription medication and work restrictions. he was in r-25 (rod mill building) attempting to pull a tray from a pan feeder. he was jerking it from side to side and slipped on a wet spot on the floor. this caused a pain on the left side of his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15265,employee was walking down slope when he slipped and fell landing on his right hand and finger.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15266,"walking down belts & tripped over roller, hit forehead on structure.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15267,employee stated that he slipped while attempting to level the monorail along the 10 right belt striking the belt structure resulting in a bruised right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15268,"employee was working in mud and water with bed ash, lost his footing and slipped and fell, allowing material to enter his bibs. employee felt burning sensation on knees and was treated for concrete burns. medical treatment injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -15269,"employee stated that while mounting a haul truck, employee bent over to pick up the coffee that employee had placed on the bumper, lost balance, and fell off the truck. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15270,man on top of water truck and not tied off he was mashing nozzle the nozzle moved and he lost balance and fell to ground. full ha was abalible but did not have it on at time of accident.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15271,employee was walking down stairs in k3 tower and pulled back muscle,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15272,ee stated was getting off from equipment at-14 facing the equipment when ee stepped down on a rock which caused ee to slip and lose footing causing ee to fall and land on their back. handrails on equipment were in good condition and steps were dry and free of any damage. ee has been instructed to use a knee brace and crutches.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15273,"employee slipped and fell on unseen ice in walkay, sticking back of head on concrete. employee transported to local clinic, laceration to back of head required four sutures.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15274,"employee stated he was walking underground, slipped in a wet area and hyperextended his right leg. he felt pain in his right leg and knee. started missing time on 5/25/06.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15275,stepping off ladder and twisted ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15276,while descending down stairs at the finish end ee slipped and strained a muscle in right leg above knee. after the weekend it did not feel better so ee asked to go to occ health and was diagnosed with a torn tight quadriceps. follow up with dr. on 11/7/17. to have surgery 11/17/17,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15277,"ee was performing repair work on the stacker belt, when he fell off stacker belt and bruised his ribs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15278,"west coast sand and gravel truck driver slipped & fell at self loading bunker #6, he was stepping over a space of 32"" wide & 34"" tall; hitting his head, side of chest, right hand & elbow abrasion. weather was drizzling & damp. after the accident a catwalk & handrail was installed.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15279,"ee has recently had arthroscopy surgery to his right knee. he now alleges that he fell on or around feb. 6, 2012 while hanging curtains. he states that his knee became increasingly painful and he sought medical attention. he had not reported any injury to me and i assumed this was a chronic problem that was unrelated to his employment with our company.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15280,employee slipped on stairs and twisted left knee. reported to supervisor on 2/15/2020 and not seen until 2/17/2020. was given full release by occ med dr. but increased difficulty in movement persisted. we were no longer able to accommodate and became lost time on 2/24/2020,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15281,"employee ascending steps to work station and tripped on first step. employee landed on right hand, spraining wrist. there were no tripping hazards or obstacles present. because miner was fitted with a splint to restrict movement, it was decided they might not be able to safely perform their duties even though employee was released to work as tolerated.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15282,injured got off his ride at #113 break to calibrate the co monitors in the belt entry. he was carrying a co calibration kit. he had to bend over for the low top. while walking he slipped and f ell on what he thinks was a piece of trolley guard. he got back on his ride and went to slopebottom. as he was walking his foot was bothering him.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15283,"ee fractured left heel after losing his balance on the upper deck of the omni cone ladder at the feed box and falling 4 ft. to deck below, weight landing on heel.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15284,"employee was walking down a ramp behind coal building and slipped and fell on snow and ice, landing on his left hip. this accident was not reportable until 10/17/08.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15285,"employee tripped while walking on top of railcar and fell to the ground resulting in numerous abrasions and strain to hips, shoulders, elbows, ankles, shins, and lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15286,"contract employee was changing out valve on ball mill. while changing out valve contract employee had left boot get stuck in the mud. when ee went to lift left leg ee moved in a sideways motion to pull the boot out of the mud, ee felt a pop in knee. ee was able to walk from area and then knee started to hurt.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15287,employee allegedthat while bolting in panel m11 on half pass he slipped in loose muck twisting his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15288,"subject walking backward, instructing driver of drill. stepped into a hole & injured right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -15289,slipped climbing out of front end loader.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15290,"4i belt overcast, she was walking up steps, coal came off belt, she turned to go back down the steps, she tripped & fell down 3 steps, twisted left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15291,"on 10/8/19, the employee was descending excavator when ee's left knee buckled and ee fell to the ground. the employee was treated at the company clinic where ee was diagnosed with a left knee sprain and a right shoulder strain, placed on restricted duty, and prescribed physical therapy",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15292,"while tailing-in a 10' pq quill rod, the bottom of the quill rod kicked back causing the helper to fall backwards onto a rod sloop resulting in a cut to the injured employee's right hip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15293,the employee was stepping off of a stair case and sprained his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15294,"ee was performing start-up procedure and went to grab hand rail and slipped, dislocating right finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15295,"employee slipped while descending short, 3-rung structural ladder & fell hitting left leg on ladder causing fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15296,slipped and fell on wet ckd dust at the south pug elevator. hand landed on sharp rock. sharp deep pain in right palm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15297,while traveling from plant to clarrifier ee tripped and fell to the ground onto a tool box and cut his right hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15298,employee stated that he was walking beside the section power center when he tripped over the feeder cable and fell to the ground. this resulted in a sprain/strain of the lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15299,"injured was on a ladder which slipped and caused him to fall against an ""i"" beam.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15300,the injured employee was draining the sand and water lines in the pit preparing for a pit shutdown. after he opened the drain valve he slipped and fell and injured his wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15301,ee was changing an outside light at pit car and stepped onto a 20' water line to cross to the other side. foot slipped off pipe. area around the pit is typically wet and caution should be used whenever an ee has to cross over any pipe line. proper footing and speed should always be used when performing this task.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15302,employee twisted his knee when he fell over loose coal making a face examination with a dimmed mine light. employee stated that he had knee problems in the past. employee had arthroscopy on his knee and the medical report received on 12/02/2010 diagnosised that the employee had grade iv chondromalacia.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15303,"while crossing exhaust tubing for the section fan, he tripped and felt pain in his right leg. the operator disputes the allegations set forth in citation # 8051126 and submits this report solely to terminate the citation.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15304,"employee states he slipped and bumped his right knee, two years ago and bumped again in march, but did not report the incident either time, until 6-15-09.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15305,"ee was repairing belt. climbing down off belt, ee slipped and hit his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15306,employee was operating the 910 forklift. he stepped off and caught the toe of his left boot in the expansion joint and rolled his foot. he felt something pop. he checked his foot and notified co-worker. 3 fractured bones on top of foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15307,employee was cleaning the oil house when employee slip hurting left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15308,ee's foot slipped on the bottom rung as he was dismounting truck lower backpain,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15309,employee was entering the excavator climbing up the ladder to the machine. he slipped on ladder bumping rt. leg and holding on rail/handle with lt. arm/hand to stop his fall on 06/26/2008. employee remained at work until surgery on 09/12/2008 for a ligament in his lt. wrist that was repaired. employee remains off duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15310,"employee of contractor was selecting a piece of steel from the scrap year when ee tripped over an i beam and fell, breaking left wrist. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15311,ee was standing on anelevated grating moving a discharge chute on the #2 dryer in our gpiii plant. as he was doing so he slipped off the grating with his right leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -15312,"reporting to work, associate' s foot slipped on frost covered slope shifting his weight to the left thigh resulting in an injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15313,"drill on top of a high wall, next to the edge. driller fell 50' to the quarry floor. injury to ee's head, face, leg, shoulder, ribs, and lung.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15314,"after pivoting the employee misunderstood footing and stepped off of the crane. upon stepping off of the crane the employee fell 80"" landing on left side resulting in a fractured hip socket and minor hand laceration. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15315,"stepping from pavement of wet plant to ground, was thawing out and foot slipped spraining his right ankle. weather related",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15316,employee had placed a ladder inside an end dump bed to reach a head pulley bearing. the ladder slipped and he fell twisting his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15317,"employee was entering the mantrip and preparing to go underground, he slipped and fell causing a fracture to his right ankle. he started missing time on 2-12-13.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15318,"employee was doing a conveyor belt splice and employee was going to move to get something. employee tripped over a hose causing him to fall into the wall, hitting his left elbow on a piece of angle iron on the wall. cutting his left arm just above the elbow, requiring 8 stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15319,sampler was walking towards the lab along the north truck aisle of the concentrator betwee line 8 & 9. there was a small hole in cobing chute that resulted in few scattered rocks on the floor . he slipped and experienced a back strain. chiropractic treatment. the hole was patched and the area was cleaned. this incident was not reported to mgt for 13 days.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15320,ee jumped off railroad hopper car brake platform and strained his left calf when he landed. (medication),SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -15321,employee was climbing off service truck at side entrance when he lost his hold and fell approx. 5 feet to the ground landing on his rear side-lower back. was helped up but was able to walk uner his own power.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15322,"ee was changing bags on the b scale, when stepping onto scale, lost footing & fell into a sitting position on the pavement.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15323,ee was climbing up the ladder to do an inspection of the chute under clinker breaker. when he got to the top rung he fell forward shifting all of his right leg & putting excess pressure on the right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15324,employee was walking down the long wall face when he slipped on a rock and fell on right arm. employee did not start missing time from work until 11/17/2009 because of surgery on his right elbow as a result of the accident that occured on 08/04/2009.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15325,"ee was stepping into the packer pit to work on an electrical control panel. as he stepped onto the idle conveyor, his weight caused the conveyor to move slightly. he momentarily lost his balan ce and strained his right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15326,employee was getting out of coal truck to change a flat tire and as he was exiting the truck he slipped & fell on his left side catching himself with his left arm & dislocating his left elbow & fracturing his left wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15327,ee was stepping down from a endloader onto the ground and his right foot turned sideway and he sprain his ankle. ee when to the doctors about two weeks later and had a simple fracture to the foot. (this was over look and not turn in until now).,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15328,"driver was trying to hurry to get back to truck, slipped on wet clay and struck knee on the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15329,employee stated he twisted around and fell while installing roof bolts and strained his lower back. he was suspected of drug use and was asked by the superintendent to take a drug test. he decided to quit.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15330,ee was dismounting a penske service truck when lost footing & fell approx 9 ft and injured. ee is an employee of the asarco mission site. he was working approx 3 days when the incident occured.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15331,"closing hood of vehicle lost footing on icy surface, slipped and fell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15332,"employee tripped and fell while walking in the drift, cutting left middle finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15333,"employee was dismounting a 777d when his foot slipped off the step. employee caught himself, hurting his back and stomach.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15334,fell off of last rung on a ladder while exiting a crane. did not maintain 3 points of contact until on the ground as ee was trained to do. ee was roughly 12 - 18 inches off of the ground. landed on left arm which caused ee to sprain shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15335,employee was climbing down the forklift and rolled his right ankle on un-level ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15336,"injured was on a ladder performing work when theladder slipped. his left arm was caught in a ladder rung, and caused his elbow to be twisted.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15337,employee was descending a catwalk on the plant. the ramp was wet due to rain. the employee slipped on the catwalk and twisted his ankle while trying to regain his footing. he was taken to the uconn medical center for x-rays and treatment. it was determined that he has a sprained ankle and is to ice it and stay off it for a few days.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15338,"did not start losing time until 10-10-00. while walking up face, slipped and fell injuring left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15339,injured was installing a blade jack and slipped on a bar on front of dozer causing him to fall & strike his jaw & ear causing a bruise.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15340,"miner was exiting the excavator # 2775 walking southwest towards the haul truck #1517, when miner stepped on a mid-size rock. the rock shifted causing the miner to fall backwards to the ground. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15341,ee was walking away from work area & experienced pain in his rt. calf. note: ee did not start missing work until 11/2/03.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15342,ee was walking on plant site during a snow storm when he reports that he slipped and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15343,ee was stepping down from a fork truck to assist another ee and stepped into an existing hole in the paved area. his left ankle twisted from underneath him. he was taken to the local hospital to be checked. severe strain to the ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15344,the employee states he stepped out of the forklift and caught his left foot on one of the pedalsof the forklift causing his left knee to strike the forklift. this resulted in a sprained knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15345,"employee was tasked with checking and documenting the water level at east dam. it had rained excessively (1.25"") that day. in performing task, employee slipped on wet 2a mod, went to catch self, and in doing so twisted right knee. employee did not seek treatment at this time, reported as first aid - employee requested & sought treatment 3/31/08.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15346,"employee fell after stepping off roadbase catwalk; looked to see how area around tail section had been washed away to allow unit to turn, as he hopped down with his left foot, ground gave away. he turned to his right trying not to fall on conveyor, he fell to the ground on left side. said that his left lower back was in pain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15347,scale house operator was returning to the scale house from her personal vehicle when she slipped and fell at the base of the steps leading up to the office. she suffered a laceration to her forehead along with some other minor scrapes and bruises on her arm and knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15348,miner slipped off of 3rd step (from bottom) of ladder while ascending. fell on left shoulder. dislocated left shoulder. ladder was not in disrepair or slippery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15349,"employee was riding in a truck. when he went to step down out of the truck he missed the grab rail with his right hand, but was able to catch himself with his left hand. when he caught himself he thinks he pulled a muscle or something.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15350,the employee allegedly walked off of a stair well and fell approx 3 ft to the ground fracturing his elbow. the injury was reported on day after the alleged incident and there were no witnesses to the fall. the validity of the claim is questionable.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15351,"employee was climbing down off of a piece of mobile equipment, when he stepped on the ground the surface was slippery and he lost his balance, twisting his right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15352,independent hauler was removing bows from his truck bed in preparation of loading. he climbed steps on the side of the trailer & attempted to swing trailer bow when he slipped & fell to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15353,"plant foreman was doing his routine shift walk around. on his way down thru the rear stairs from the control room to the clinker storage silos, one of the stair treads broke loose causing the employee to lose his balance; his right leg went thru the opening and he felt frontward, hitting his right knee on the next tread. employee suffered a muscle sprain and mild knee contusion.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15354,injured was walking down the grade at the dust hole when her left ankle twisted causing her to put her weight on her right knee and leg causing pain. she was transported to princeton hospital. she is being treated for a hyper extended right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15355,"employee stated he was walking over to the left side of the section, when he stepped in a hole twisting his right ankle. he also fell on his face and blooded his nose. did not miss any work but was put on transitional duty for 1 day.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15356,"employee was walking down stairs of parts warehouse and slipped on ice and mud, turning right wrist and putting laceration on left forearm. went to er for x-ray (no broken bones).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15357,employee was walking across the deck of ht425. she tripped on some bolts that hold an inspection cover to the deck. she fell to the deck injuring her right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15358,employee was walking on ice when ee slipped and fell and ee's rt. wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15359,employee was about to change drive belts on the screen and lost footing. put left arm out and dislocated shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15360,"while employee was walking across the parking lot to get to car to go home, employee slipped on the ice and sprained right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15361,"ee was walking on a horizontal manitowac boom to perform mainenenace duties. highlift operatormoved boom causing ee to lose balance & fall to the ground. he hit lower right back & legs along with his chest & elbows. most of the damage was done to the right side, there are no broken bones",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15362,"while walking to the restroom, in the bathhouse, ee slipped and felt a sharp pain in his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15363,not a lost time accident. reportable only. putting a headgate tram motor on shearer with 2 sets of com-a-longs.one set was taken loose to reposition motor.motor rolled and injured jumped out of way landing on his side. broke 8th and 9th right ribs. lost no time from work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15364,while moving platform beam he lost his footing &slipped & fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15365,"employee was packing tree lead cable, unloading supply car when the cable caused him to twist his left knee and fall to the ground, causing pain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15366,"operator was descending from a railcar after setting handbrake, but did not step properly causing them to roll left ankle. note: employee failed to return to work with modified work available, stopped communicating with company - job abandonment case and termination- ""return to duty"" info has been adjusted so no ""lost"" days associated with injury reported.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15367,"employee was walking to control panel to shut down plant for the day, when he states he stepped onto a muddy/wet surface and fell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15368,employee returning from lunch break off the property twisted his ankle getting out of his vehicle at the work site.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15369,climbing down front ladder of haul truck #64 at coffee break and missed the bottom step fell to the ground on left side hip. could not put pressure on it was taken by ambulance to the hospital to be examined.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15370,slipped and fell on pointed end of grizzly pick and punctured right eye.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15371,"ee was stepping over track rails to get into a jeep at the underground shop. he was carrying a box of drinking water in one hand and a trolley pole in the other. he tripped on the rail and fe ll to his knees, striking his left knee on the jeep. note: medical attention sought 2/13; firstday off due to injury 2/19/01.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15372,he was working on a dust collector when he slipped off a ladder and twisted his left ankle. he went to the doctor and dr. said it was a slight sprain. rest it for 24 to 48 hours and he can come back to work with no restrictions.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15373,an employee was exiting a work area when the sst hose struck ee in the back of the legs causing ee to fall on left side. the employee injured left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15374,employee slipped on belt guide and fell between dolly and lolo structure.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15375,ee was standing in the plant shop talking to plant personnel when he fainted. he fell to the floor inflicting a cut on his forehead. sutures were required.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15376,employee was using a front end loader to jump start a generator set. standing on the loader entry platform he reached into the cab to tilt the seat forward when his feet slipped and he hit his right shin and knees on the threshold of the cab door. employee had miner scrape on right shin. refused attention and rtw that morning. (started missing 8-5-04 making this reportable),SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15377,employee was exiting the scale house at 11:00 a.m. and stepped off the last stair onto a concrete pad. the employee felt a sharp pain in her ankle and was given ice and continued to work. the employee's pain continued throughout the shift and the employee decided to seek medical treatment. the employee's diagnosis was a right 5th metatarsal fracture.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15378,"doctor prescribed medication, which caused victim to pass out. victim hit fire extinguisher when falling, breaking one tooth and bruising his jaw. hit his head on the floor, needing one staple.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15379,miner slipped stepping off excavator. injured left knee. failure to file 7000-1 discovered during 01/19/2010 inspection. disclosed to wyoming inspector on 01/20/2010. citation has been issued.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15380,"ee was walking from genst to conveyor #17, slipped on a patch of ice, fell backwards onto back and right side by trying to catch himself. ee hurt right lower back, right side and elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15381,employee was stepping from the back of his service truck when he missed a step and fell. he attempted to brace himself with his left hand and that is when he suffered a sprain to his left wrist,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15382,"employee was walking to safety office on surface to turn in 5 point cards. slipped on un-sanded ice, fell, fractured left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15383,"ee was fliping over a rock int he walkway of the track on #2 section, he slipped on a small loose rock and fell across the track, landing on his right shoulder and lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15384,"ee states he was carrying empty bucket & insect got inside safety glasses. he hurriedly tried to set bucket down & get glasses off. toe caught on pavement as he stooped down, causing him to fall. sustained chipped bone in elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15385,"employee was changing feed box liners on top deck of screen #2.dew accumulation, and light coating of dust had made the work area slick for footing and a slip occurred while positioning liners in place. the liner dropped and impacted the employee's finger causing a laceration.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -15386,while exiting rock truck employee slipped & fellto the ground striking his head on the ground. employee was wearing a hard hat.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15387,"ee was walking through the plant toward the bagger to work on it. he slipped and fell on spilled proppants by the k-2 backspill. he bruised his lower buttocks and right elbow. at the time of the accident, he felt no medical attention was necessary.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15388,"employee stepped down from a truck and twisted right knee. initially, he was returned to regular duty; he revisited doctor and was informed to have x-rays; 4/29/05; ee had 3 ligament tears. followed up with doctor and he was told that he would be off work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15389,the employee was taking a scoop off charge when he fell into the scoop canopy striking his head. the employee had bruising.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15390,employee stepped off a pump platform approximately 2 feet.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -15391,"employee was stepping over a 6 inch waterline when he slipped and fell landing on his left knee resulting in a contusion. it didn't involve any compliance issues. no equipment involved. it didn't involve job skills, proficiency, training, or attitude. no ppe or protective devices on equipment were involved.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15392,"slipped off of haul truck, twisting right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15393,"employees were working on a dragline under construction. three employees were moving 36""x36""x1"" plate on the house floor. employee flipped plate and floor plate gave way. injured employee and another, fell appox. 7 foot. injured employee received sutures on elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15394,employee was removing a top roller cradle from the 3 west belt during belt maintenance. as ee was pulling the cradle out it bumped into something causing it to stop briefly. this caused ee to lose balance & fall while holding the cradle. the cradle landed on ee's left knee causing pain & swelling. no rules/regulations were violated & employee has training/experience in task.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -15395,"ee states that as he was getting into a scooter he felt/heard a ""pop"" in his right knee. due to circumstances associated with this event, the mine operator is ""red lining"" this event as there may prove to be a non-occupational injury. incident is under investigation. ee started losing work days on 10/17/2011,per call11/22/11 with a.c. change missing date to 09/30/11.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15396,changing a foot shaft and twisted knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15397,"the employee tripped over two pieces of conduit that were protruding through the floor grating as he was turning to leave his work area. this caused the employee to fall and strike his knee ag ainst a piece of 4"" pipe.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15398,ee was cleaning off side mirrors when he slipped and grabbed the handrail of the truck causing pain in his left shoulder and arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15399,"ee was climbing ladder to his haul truck & fell approximately 10' to the ground landing on right side. why accident occurred is still being reviewed. ee could not remember clearly what happene d. injury occurred to shoulder, side & head. ee is off work due to shoulder injury and observation.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15400,victim was climbing steps to a dozer when his foot slipped & he lost his balance stricking his elbow on the dozer causing a bruise to his left elbow,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15401,the incident happened to a non quarry employee. ee was an outside truck driver that slipped off of truck and injured leg while in the quarry at the scale location.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15402,jumped down from cat d400 haul truck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15403,contracted trucking company employee slipped off of the fuel tank step while climbing out of his truck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15404,"put foot through catwalk, hurt knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15405,"5 left - 5 south construction area. setting section up, man was walking past loader when he tripped on loader cable and fell striking his knee on rail.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15406,"ee was climing off the ladder of the hd605 haul truck, when he placed his feet on the ground and made a turning motion, he twisted his knee. the pain was very minor and was not reported immediately. the small pain continued and he reported his accident on 12/7/05. he was sent to the doctor and it was concluded that he had a sprained knee and was put on a ladder restriction.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15407,employee was walking down the slope belt and slipped on some ice as he went to fall he tried to catch himself and stained his right shoulder. employee started missing work on 7-9-15 to have shoulder surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15408,"emp fell off a step ladder while performing maintenace/repair on a steam jenny. step ladder was not fully opened, it was propped against equipment.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15409,"ee was walking down sloped ramp at barge loading when he slipped, twisted his left knee. on 10/12/05 ee had knee surgery. returned to work on 10/17/2005 on light duty and will start physical therapy.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15410,"while walking in the sugar run mine rescue training room the miner tripped on the leg of a desk falling and striking his face on another desk resulting in a laceration to his upper lip. received 20 sutures. no problems with training, ppe, mining machines or compliance issues.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15411,"on 5/7/12, at 11:55 pm., packaging employee was walking to his work station after arriving for his shift. the employee was carrying a backpack with his personal belongings. as the employee started to exit a building, he slipped and in the process caught the backpack on the exterior of the building and the backpack pulled the employee backwards injuring his right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15412,fell onto right wrist while loading a boxcar of product causing a severe sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15413,employee was walking to the mill building when he felt a sharp pain in his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15414,"ee and other ee were attempting to dislodge a large rock from the hopper, as ee stepped down into it. he caught his boot toe, tripping him forward and twisting his right knee. all elquipment w as shut down before they entered the hopper. 12-7-01 ee asked to see a dr the knee was still painful swollen and bruised he saw dr ball x rayed the knee told him to take it easy and come back",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15415,the employee slipped on top of a bulk truck and lacerated a knee on the latch.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15416,employee had completed inspecting charger unit and was crossing track to get into a crosscut to allow a trip to pass him. he tripped over track and fell. as he attempted to regain his balance he used his left hand to stop his fall. his wrist was fractured in this action. he also lacerated his left ear.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15417,muddy and wet just out-by the face,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15418,ee was on grader hand slipped on icy tire. caused him to loose his balance. slid down the tire like a slide landed on his feet on the ground and then he tumbled over.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15419,ee was opening driver side door. door handle broke off causing ee to fall backwards hitting his lower back against the trucks handrail.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15420,ee was climbing onto loader. his left foot was on a step and his hands on the handrails. his left hand slipped from the hand rail causing him to fall backward onto his right foot twisting his back. initial chiropractic diagnosis from ee's privated dr. indicated compressed disks. further medical examination disporves this initial diagnosis.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15421,injured's left knee gave out as he raised from a seated position causing him weight to shift and his back to strain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15422,"employee stated that he was mounting his cat-777 end dump using the factory steps and hand rails. as he was reaching for the hand rail beneath the window of the cab (while standing on the 3"" wide step) he lost his balance, spun around, and fell to the frozen ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15423,as he was climbing down a ladder he lost his balance and as he stepped with his foot he hearda loud pop.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15424,"ee was stepping down from his loader in the pit area. when he stepped to the ground with his r leg, his ankle folded under him & his knee bent out. initial assesment is a knee strain",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15425,"employee was walking on incline, slipped and twisted left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15426,the employee suffered a hairline fracture to his left foot while descending a three foot fixed ladder. he was examined by an orthopedic specialist where an x-ray revealed the fracture. the operator returned to work with a removable cast and is scheduled for a follow-up appointment in three weeks. this incident is currently classified as a recordable injury- rdc.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15427,operator was dismounting piece of equipment. operator slipped and fell to the ground injuring her wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15428,"injured employee was securing load with tarp, was standing on rear tire securing tarp flap strap - lost grip - fell backwards to the ground on back and side.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15429,"ee missed a step while dismounting the printer stand by the scale, falling and hitting his left knee and left elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15430,the injured employee exited a service truck and was walking across the parking lot to the building. employee slipped on compressed snow and ice landing on the right shoulder. this became a recordable case on 2/22/19 when the doctor put ee on restrictions.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15431,"checking bearings on back of gravel screw when scaffolding gave way. fell 15'6"" broke tailbone & l-5 vertebrate.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -15432,"miner was exiting a front end loader when ee's boot got caught on the tread of the access step resulting in the miner falling approximately 6 feet landing on their left side. miner sustained injury to the left hip & knee, head and neck.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15433,an electrician suffer a sprain to ee's right knee while traveling by foot between the electric shop and machine shop. the injured miner states ee slipped but did not fall. the injured miner has been referred for physical therapy on february 27th. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15434,installation of belt drive. ee was installing cover over winch brake. ee stepped over and slipped off the edge of drive. hit on left knee; knee strain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15435,"employee was walking down catwalk of excavator when the catwalk slipped down about 5 inches, jarring the employees knee. employee did not go to the doctor until 4/7/2011 when his foreman made him due to severe pain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15436,"employee climbed out on unprotected area of haul truck catwalk to retrieve misplaced lunchbox, lost footing and fell @ 6-7 ft on lower back/tailbone area.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15437,"ee was putting engine in grout truck at charcoal quarry. he slipped on the frame of the truck. he caught himself before he hit the ground, but is experiencing low back pain into his hips.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15438,employee exiting a truck and twisted ankle,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15439,ee was moving rock when he slipped on a water puddle and twisted his left ankle. he was sent to the doctor and instructed to stay off of his ankle until the swelling decreases.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15440,employee was entering shuttle car when his hand slipped causing his tailbone to hit the frame of the car.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15441,climbing ladder was 2 steps up and started back down and missed last steps,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15442,while cleaning snow out of a rock box ee turned and slipped hitting his right side and ribs on the steel edge of the box.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15443,operator was walking to the porta johns when he twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15444,"a sales person from another company was selecting rock when the quarry was not operational. while on the main of quarry in the step section, ee stepped on a 8"" rock and it tipped. ee lost ee's balance and staggered backwards trying to catch self. fell into one pallet of steps about 4-5 feet tall spun over the corner backwards into a second pallet before falling to the ground. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15445,ee stepped outside the handrail to clean his windshield and his foot slipped causing him to fall into the turn signal.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15446,"ee was installing an exhaust on top of a road grader, he slipped and fell backwards on the tire. the doctors findings is a back contusion and spasm of muscle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15447,"the employee was walking beside the quarry and stepped on a loose rock and slipped, falling on his shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15448,employee fell off scaffolding.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -15449,slipped on black ice when inspecting work site. fractured right fibula.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15450,"winching barges down river and lines became tautand slipped off edge of bit, striking jim and knocking him down.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15451,"employee pulled a piece of draw rock. when he started to clear the rock from the roadway he twisted, then stumbled and fell. he experienced a sharp pain in his back and down his left leg and knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15452,employee was walking to hydropulper control panel when he caught his foot on an anti-fatigue mat and twisted his knee. (did not become reportable until 10/27/11 when he had surgery.),SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15453,"ee was walking from the change house to the maint shop when he slipped and fell on the designated walkway. all areas around the parking lot, main office and changehouse were clear of snow and ice. the area where the ee fell had been scrapedfor snow, but incemelt had not yet been applied.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15454,employee was working on instrument box and his foot slipped in algae and caused him to fall forward. he struck his finger on an adjacent concrete piling causing right middle finger to hyper-extend resulting in fracture.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15455,"employee is a mechanic and he was working under a truck. as he was getting out from under the truck he twisted his knee. when he stood up, the pain of the knee & standing up made him pass out & he fell on his face.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15456,while removing fill plug from hydraulic tank on trackhoe. ee lost grip on wrench and fell to ground hitting left shoulder on ground. he requested medical attention because of recurring shoulder pain-until that the injury was classed as non-reportable. note 10 days reportine.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15457,"ee was performing clean up work with a shovel and wheel barrow, ee was walking behind line #3 cooler when he slipped and fell, ee slipped on the thin layer of ice. ee struck his back when falling on the old cooler.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15458,"laborer placing rebar in form to pour concrete, hand slipped lacerating other had on near by rebar",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15459,employee fell down at fuel tank area while fueling trucks. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15460,"refueling 9763 d9 cat. fuel leak occurred on track. ee noticed leak, stepped off track with right foot attempting to avoid leak but left foot slipped on leak resulting in fall. fell onto left thigh. developed hematoma resulting in medical treatment weeks later.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15461,employee was walking down stairs at the river pump. he slipped on ice causing him to fall on his right hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15462,ee was in the process of conducting his pre-op check on his 992c loader. he had just finished a walk around and was mounting his loader when he struck his right shoulder on an open engine compartment door. when this happened he fell to the ground causing a contusion to his left hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15463,"did not start losing time until 1/10/07. while tramming feeder, stumbled and twisted left ankle. surgery required on 1/10/07.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15464,employee was attempting to get in the cab of the d10t dozer and as he reached for his next hand hold he missed it and started to lose his balance. he pulled himself back forward with his left hand and grabbed for the hand hold again with his right hand. as his right hand caught hold he heard something pop and then felt a burning on his right side under his ribs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15465,"ee was crossing over railroad trks that run between the bagging room & the mill, when he fell onto the track when his left knee struck the trackhe recd a slight puncture wound to the frontal base of his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15466,"ee fell against scaffold while left foot went through cable tray and left elbow and arm jammed against scaffold. prior to this accident he had injured his right knee years ago. continued to complaint of pain, stiffness, and swelling of right knee. on 10/25/12 he was evaluated by an orthopaedic specialist. on 12/4/12, his work duties were restricted.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15467,was setting up drill and lost footing and fell onto one of the legs on the drill,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15468,"after employee pulled a core tube out from the drill, he was walking over to unload the core from the tube at the tube rack and he tripped on the helper's deck causing him to fall with the tube in his hand. his hand was caught between the tube rack and the tube itself.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15469,"employee tripped over a 3"" toe plate while walking backwards giving hand signals to a crane operator. employee fell on the existing catwalk bruising his knee, ribs, and shoulder. he was ok until a few days ago, decided to go back to the doctor on 9/15. doctor put him on modified duty, but no modified duty is available, therefore it's a lost time.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15470,ee suffered an epileptic seizure that caused him to fall. ee received a laceration to forehead and sustained a fracture to right thumb.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15471,employee walking to office from job site (kiln area) stepped on crack in roadway and twisted right ankle. employee sought medical treatment 3/29. later referred to orthopaedic doctor 6/29/04,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15472,slipped on catwalk and fell against handrail.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15473,"operator was checking oil in dozer #3 (d2-3), slipped off the left side of dozer, fell between track and push arm. injured left hip & pinky finger, had abrasions on right shin.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15474,ee was pushing the drill rig arm forward while setting a collar pipe in the hole ee just drilled. ee's foot slipped and right shoulder popped out of place. ee had the collar pipe in left hand and was pushing the rig with right hand when ee slipped. as ee slipped and caught self ee's right shoulder became dislocated. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15475,ee was walking up the steps to the staging area when he slipped on the stairs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15476,"going down steps tripped fell approx 10 steps (10 ft) onto the platform resulting in back, hipand head injury. no broken bones (fracture) muscle bruised according to ee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15477,"slipped from a ladder, tried to catch himself, cut his arm on some metal in the ceiling.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15478,"walk from dry to mechanic shop, slipped on ice, grabbed rail, pulled right shoulder. employee went in for mri on february 16th. employee's physician took employee off work as of february 21, 2017 pending physical therapy and possible surgery.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15479,"injured employee was getting off maintenance truck and his foot got caught on a burning torch hose, causing him to fall on his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15480,"while climbing down ladder, foot slipped off of step. he fell to the ground spraining right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15481,"on 7/3/2015, an employee went to walk down the catwalk his foot became stuck in the grating and rolled his ankle. on 7/6/2015, the employee returned to the clinic and was given restrictions.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15482,"on a snowy morning, ee was assisting a co-worker with the unloading of a flatbed trailer. he stepped on a board while on the trailer and it moved allowing his left leg to fall through and he l anded on a beam as a result. the foreman asked him if he was ok and he said he was. however he came to office on 2/7/00 & reported low back pain. when seen by dr on 2/10 diagnosis-sacroiliiti",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -15483,"injured and another employee were carrying a shaft out of the belt line to the track. when the injured went through the curtain, tripped over a rail car stop and fell, landing on a rock, causing a contusion to the lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15484,"wet slick clay on boot when contacting the step, slipped, and hit shin on step.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15485,"while getting out of his tractor, he stepped into a hole and twisted left knee. he continued to work full time without restrictions until he was scheduled for surgery on 11/07/2012.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15486,he stepped off a ladder and twisted right ankle when foot contacted ground. worked for rest of day and next. 6/16/08 went to doctor to have it looked at and doctor had him stay home 2 days. returned to work 6/18/08.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15487,obstructed area causing operator to improperly dismount.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15488,ee was taking roof bolts & trash from the stone that was loaded into a shuttle car. he stepped off the end of the shuttle car onto the mine floor & twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15489,"employee alleges that on january 10, 2011 he fell inside an engine compartment on a cat 793. as a result from catching himself he injured his left shoulder. this incident was reported to the mine on 4/20/11.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15490,missed a step climbing into endloader and strained his hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15491,"pulling on rope on right tail line, his feet slipped and he fell. back and neck were hurt. last day worked was 7/20/04.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15492,fell from step on to ground on his butt.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15493,ee was performing repairs to drill while standing on drilling platform. he slipped and fell into door handle with his right shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15494,"ee had stepped into a two foot trench to help a fellow employee lift a rammer over some underground utilities and when he stepped out of the trench, his knee gave out on him, causing him to fall back into the trench. his knee is the only injury that he received.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15495,"area where employee was working had ice on ground which caused employee to slip, thus pinching his finger from a ramp he was handling.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -15496,"the employee was walking up the entry as a sc made a turn, the cable took up, undercut ee's feet, which caused the employee to fall to the ground. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15497,stepped in depression when stepping from black top to gravel on the way to ee's bus. he fell and cracked the end of his tibia at the ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -15498,employee was on a step ladder hanging a cable when the ladder became unstable and fell over. he fell on top of the ladder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15499,"the employee was originally injured 6-12-00 but was given a full duty release. when he returned to work from his days off on 6-17-00, he experienced some discomfort. he was taken to the medica l facility and under a doctor's recommendation put on light duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15500,employee was cleaning screen and stepped back. foot slipped on wet grading and he fell on his right side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15501,employee exited mantrip at the end of shift and felt pain in lower back and left leg. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15502,employee was getting out of diesel tractor and slipped and twisted his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15503,this started out as a non reportable but due to complications it had turned into a reportable. the employee was helping unload some cross ties off a flatbed truck. when he cut the band around the cross ties they sprang forward pushed the employee off the truck to the ground. (3feet). again this was a non reportable but due to complications it has turned into a reportable.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15504,ee slipped while walking on ice & snow & twistedhis left knee ee was sent off site to a dr on 11/27/00 referred to a specialist on 11/28/00 & itwas determined that he had a torn cartlige in hi s knee & would have to have an operation on his knee,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15505,"fell of 5 1/2"" cone. hit right ankle on truck bed.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15506,"ee slipped while climbing down loader jerking his left arm. this caused a jerking motion that possibly caused tear in his rotatar cuff. ee returned to full duty on 10/15/02. later had more pain in shoulder, & currently attending pt but still has limitation on arm movement. expected to reach end of treatment in 2 months.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15507,while greasing the tail section of a conveyor belt at the #1 mill the employee slipped and fell from the level concrete slab that served as an ankor point for the conveyor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15508,ee alledgedly slipped on grease in front of the time clock and fell hurting his back. was taken by he save to hospital. was checked over and told to go back to work after 48 hrs. ee was under reasonable suspendion for alchol and knew he was going to be tested.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15509,employee was greasing secondary crusher and dryer(scd) l-150 d loader and slipped on snow/ice and landed on right shoulder. employee decided not to go to see a doctor until 2/17/2007. reportable due to restricted work duty days starting 2/17/2007.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15510,a fully trained miner was traveling through a man door when ee tripped. when falling ee caught self with left arm injuring shoulder. the accident was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15511,he was carrying a 16' x 5' roof screen along longwall face on recovery when he tripped and fell hitting his right ear on another screen that was laying there.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15512,"employee was getting out of shuttle car to hang cable, stepped into a hole & twisted left knee. he worked until 8/2/00 & went back to doctor & is presently off.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15513,"employee was climbing ladder to inspect jaw crusher, carrying a bucket of grease, when he slipped and fell approx. five (5) feet, landing on the leg and the ankle hit a rock causing the ankle to twist inward. diagnosis - foot sprain and ankle sprain. originally reported as first aid only on 12/20/2005 - turned into medical treatment on 12/27/2005.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15514,while dismounting equipment the operator's left foot slipped off the last rung of the boarding ladder resulting in an ankle sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15515,"while walking, twisted right knee. surgery required.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15516,"employee was coming down ""make shift"" stairs at raw mill #3 sep. feed screws and overtread right ankle. sunday, april 17 ankle hurt and was purple. send employee to reading hospital.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15517,a fully trained miner was walking by the tailpiece when they slipped and fell injuring a hip. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15518,employee was clearing material from under a primary crusher. when he stepped backward he steeped on a rock that caused him to lose his balance. he fell with an outstretched right arm. he sprained his right shoulder (right rotator cuff) as a result of the fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15519,"the miner was filling the water car, the fill hose got loose and the miner fell onto her shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15520,employee was walking to restroom at the start of the shift and slipped on ice. he broke his wrist trying to catch himself when he fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15521,"while walking, injured step on a crib block and it rolled out from underneath ee, causing ee to fall on left hip. injured continued to work until 12/21/2016 when a follow up doctors appointment revealed a hair line fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15522,"fell as he was dismounting a front loader, lacerating left hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15523,"digging a trench to lay pipe, climbing out of trench when he slipped and fell against trench wall and hurt arm/shoulder (left).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15524,"while moving out of the way of a scrap steel container, employee was walking backwards,fell down. restricted duty 11/17/09",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15525,"while walking to truck at the end of the day, slipped on a patch of ice which was covered by fresh snow, falling backwards and landing on left elbow and shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15526,employee exited from his pickup tuck and made an attempt to close the door when he tripped and fell over a depression in the dirt. his hand was caught between the door resulting in two stiches.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15527,ie was carrying a bag of b-bond to a brattice when foot slipped in soft mud. ie twisted left knee. ie finished shift and wanted to be taken to be checked out.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15528,inj claims he was working in the dirty pellet pile east of the pelletizer. inj was walking on slope of hand compacted pellets on the dirty pellet pile & his feet slipped out from underneath him & when inj tried to catch himself he injuredhis left shoulder,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15529,injured stepped from the bottom step at the bagging machine to the concrete floor and felt a pop in his right knee. injured requested medical attention later in the shift and was given work restrictions.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15530,employee was taking a break. during break ee was sitting with ankles crossed and elevated resting on a tool box. left foot had fallen asleep. got up to answer the phone and after taking two steps left ankle collapsed causing a fall. ee got back to feet and tried walking but felt a sharp pain in left leg. fell again and crawled to a nearby chair. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15531,member was shoveling slope belt when he slipped and fell and tried to catch rail and missed letting arm get caught between belt and bottom roller.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -15532,miner was stepping down from a mechanical scaler. when his left foot touched the ground he twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15533,"ee was descending embankment to get a slurry sample. he slipped on loose rock, fell and injured his right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15534,"while walking on the back side of the hammer mill screw on bottom of corson building, ee slipped on the wet floor. trying to catch himself he reached up and grabbed the catwalk above for the h ammer access area. this caused a strain of the right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15535,employee tripped over hdmi cable and fell onto right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15536,employee tripped on stair step reporting to work striking elbow on handrail while attempting to catch balance. elbow extension required doctor to render a shot of cortizone and prescribe physical therapy.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15537,ee strained his lower back while descending a ladder and removing his boot which had a hot pellet in it. he used extra force as he was in a hurry to remove the hot pellet from his boot. ee was on the 4th step of a step ladder to clean #1. cooler hoppe on unit 2. he was evaluated by a physician on 11-20-01 and referred to a chiropractor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15538,"miner was climbing off an excavator/rock breaker when ee lost ee's footing and slipped. in the attempt to catch self from falling, ee strained ee's right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15539,the ee was working on a haul truck from a step ladder. ee stepped from the ladder with left foot and left the right foot on the rung of the ladder. this twisted ee's left knee and ee heard a pop. ee was unable to put any weight on it. ee was diagnosed with a sprained knee and was put on light duty until further checkups.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15540,employee slipped and fell onto a piece of angle iron; cutting his thigh.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15541,employee was cleaning shop when he stepped over a crib block his knee buckled.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15542,ee fell when he stepped off of the bottom rung of a baghouse ladder resulting in a broken metatarsal bone in his left foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15543,employee stated while dismounting a drill he stepped onto the platform and his right foot got hung up between the step and emergency ladder box causing him to fall and strain his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15544,"while walking from the section to mantip at the end of the track, she slipped in approx. 2 inches of mud falling towards a co-worker who caught her before she fell to the ground twisting her l eft knee. the injury was diagnosed as a strain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15545,miner jumped off 6' ledge to avoid possible further injury from swinging cables off of the crane. (copy narrative from 220081120058),SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -15546,"employee was bringing tools to another employee and slipped on concrete floor which had ""flock"" on it. employee's elbow hit an anchor bolt.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15547,"employee strained a shoulder when they lost footing while attempting to install a roof bolt. ee continued to work through 3/28/20 at which time the mine was idled. ee was on furlough through 5/4/20 when the mine partially reopened. due to the covid 19 pandemic, ee elected to be self excluded and remain on furlough. ee started missing work on 7/27/20 when the mine reopened. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15548,man was walking in pit area and stepped into a hole full of water - twisted right ankle. foreman took him to hospital for x-ray. right ankle was sprained.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15549,"employee was walking down overcast steps and slipped, causing his knee to buckle. he did not miss any time until he had surgery on 7/2/15.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15550,"employee in office states got up walking felt dizzy m, reached for the chair , but fell due to dizziness and hit mouth on chair, knocked out tooth.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15551,"did not start losing time until 5/26/04. has been going to doctor off and on since original accident.while walking belt line, slipped and fell and hit head on crib. strained neck.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15552,employee was fixing horns on a d-11 dozer and left the cab to retrive tools from the ground. while walking down the dozer tracks the employee slipped and fell to the ground onto his right shoulder. he stated the area was justed cleaned and there was mud on his boots.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15553,getting out of deck of scoop hand slipped and ribs hit light and frame. bruised ribs on left side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15554,employee was hauling dirt and the ground was frozen he was pulling up to stop and the steering wheel jerked and wrenched his wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15555,"ee was exiting the loader and slipped coming down the ladder. he fell forward and used his hands to push off the loader and avoid hitting his head, but landed hard on the ground in the process.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15556,"the employee was working changing a screen from the horizontal shaker when he unwillingly moved back and step into the stair way, this caused him to fall and suffer minor abrasions on his arms and hands.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15557,the miner's foot slipped off or missed a rail tie causing the miner to fall into a rail car resulting in a cut forearm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15558,"ee was standing on the deck of the blue work boat, spooling out cable from the bank. he was closer to the edge of the boat that he realized. as he turned, while holding the cable, he slipped off the edge of the boat. as he was falling into the water, he grabbed the hand rail with his right arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15559,"employee was getting off his excavator when he noticed there was mud on the step. to avoid slipping from the step he jumped from the track approx 3' landing on his left heel, which in turn caused pain in his back and leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15560,employee twisted left knee when he stepped from the boom platform to the main bolter platform on the walk thru bolter.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15561,employee was using company truck to get ladder for cleaning 626 cooler choke. he twisted his right knee getting into the truck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15562,"employee stated he was helping move the continuous miner cable out of the haulway, when he tripped over a rib roll & fell striking his left leg just below the knee on a lump of coal on the mine floor. employee went to the e.r. after work to have his leg checked & returned to work on his next shift. ee continued to work until 4/22/06 when he returned to the dr.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15563,"two employees were carrying a shield power supply, when one of them slipped on the mine floor and felt pain in his lower back. the mine floor was muddy in this area and the power supply weighed approximately 80lbs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15564,"employee was walking through work area and stepped over a concrete form board, stepping onto a rock causing the employee to roll their ankle and fall to the ground. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15565,"operator was walking in a muddy area when boot got stuck in mud, ee attempted to pull boot out of mud, the force of the pulling motion caused them to trip backwards and caused a small stress fracture on top of foot, leading to 1 day lost time for swelling and requiring a brace.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15566,"ee went to close gate slipped while pulling on handle, fell 15 feet to belt then 5 feet to floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -15567,helper slipped on plywood deck placed to work above mud. he tried to catch himself and struck his arm against tube rack.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15568,ee was walking along the slate belt making an examination of the area. he tripped on a water line and twisted his left knee and back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15569,"a miner slipped on snow, spraining the right knee. he finished the shift and worked the next shift, the 2008 workforce layoff date. after recall on 3/9/09, the miner performed regular duties, but discomfort / swelling continued. on 10/13/09, a doctor recommended surgery. the miner chose to work until 12/3/09. the surgery date was 12/4/09, the 2009 workforce layoff date.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15570,while climbing off of the mine cat explosive carrier the miners tools became entangled on the tractor causing the miner to lose his balance and step down hard on the left leg. the miner reported hearing his knee pop and felt pain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15571,"slipped on ice under snow, attempted to catch self on pickup bed with right arm, fell and dislocated right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15572,"employee was being task trained on the operation of the water truck. employee stated that while dismounting facing toward the inside of the cab of the vehicle, pant leg got caught on the edge of a bracket. when the pant leg caught, employee lost grip on the handle and fell to the ground. employee landed on right arm, resulting in a bad sprain and muscle contusion.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15573,"ee was getting into the skid loader. left foot was on the platform. right foot was on the top of the blade. due to muddy boots, right foot slipped off of the blade. right foot went between the machine and the blade. he landed on his right side on the blade of the skid loader.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15574,"employee was walking down overcast steps on the 8 south 3 belt line when ee slipped and fell. ee tried to catch self and hit ee's left hand which resulted in a contusion. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15575,employee stepped off the atomite bagger area onto concrete slab. sprained right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15576,employee was helping to install a mandoor in stopping when he slipped over a crib tie and fell cutting his arm on the door.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15577,ee moving from her work area to cowroker's work area when she fell over coworker's trash can onto her left arm and shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15578,ee was exiting loader & slipped & fell on shoulder injuring right side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15579,employee was backing the miner out to set over and tripped over a rock. employee put right arm out to catch self but cut right hand on a rock. this resulted in six stitches to the palm of right hand. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15580,"employee tripped carrying 5 gallons of oil into the oil shed striking his left shoulder on the bucket, pulling the muscle in his left shoulder. he was treated and released at the hospital and has returned to work with no restrictions.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15581,"while lifting a pipe with two other employees, employee tripped and struck left knee on the ground. did not qualify as msha reportable until 9/23/05 when employee was placed on light duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15582,"employee was walking back to the cab of the dozer when they slipped on fresh snow and fell, striking their head on the bulldozer. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15583,after washing down haul truck employee slipped on wet surface causing groin strain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15584,employee was stepping into the skidsteer when her foot slipped causing her to fall against skidsteer with her right hand. this action bent her ring and pinky fingers backward.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15585,"employee was stepping into operator's compartment of #10 brookville manbus at #190 wall, 3 north f-track when his left foot caught on the opening causing him to fall forward and felt pain in his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15586,the injured person was walking across face area and stepped in hole and twisted body.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15587,"ee says that he lost his footig on the track of the excavator and caught himself with the hand rail. reports his shoulder is sore and hurting, so he is seeing a doctor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15588,tripped over fan cord stacking pallet with fifty pound bag in arms.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15589,"employee was walking across the deck of a rough terrain crane, lost his balance and fell approximately 5 feet.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15590,"the ee was going down the stairway to empty the garbage, upon steping on the ground she slipped and fell forward, hurting her chest, right arm, right leg, the knees and both hands.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15591,"hard bottom, crawling and twisting on knee. the first day that employee missed work due to the injury was 4/6/12.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15592,"ee stepped on a rock as he dismounted drill. he started to fall catching himself with right arm. at follow up visit on 11-6-01, ee was placed on restricted duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15593,"on 12/10/2009, the employee was walking toward the power center in his work area. he stated that he tripped on a rock in the walkway and fell on to his right side. he continued to work at his regular job until 12/17/2009, when he started missing work due to pain in right leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15594,"loader operator reported slipped on stairs, struck knee on grating while going to make oil checks on l48. operator seen by on-site emt, and then brought to hospital for further evaluation.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15595,"ee was working from a scissor deck. ee was performing some housekeeping, stepped back, and stepped on a piece of chain, causing ee to twist both knees and fall on the deck. surgery required to repair the fracture to the tibial plateau. ee underwent surgery on 9/4/20. lost time.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15596,employee walked around mechanic truck to get bolts and stepped on unlevel ground causing them to twist an ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15597,"a production loader operator injured shoulder on march 5th when the employee tripped & fell, as employee was walking to the employee parking lot after shift. the employee was seen at the er on march 5th & was released back to work on full duty. on march 23rd the injured employee was seen at the occupational clinic and was placed on restricted duty and prescribed physical therapy.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15598,individual intially reported injury to self at home. later investigation revealed on 01/07/2010 that employee was injured at work. employee injured back (3 crushed vertebrae) upon falling from bank/berm of silt pond.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15599,"employee state that after he cleaned out the chute at the head of the plant feed belt, he stepped down from the grating and his foot slipped causing him to fall. he caught himself with his right hand causing injury. he began missing work on 3/13/08.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15600,"employee was cleaning glass as part of pre-shift exam of equipment. employee had cleaned the glass on the passenger door and started walking to the passenger side mirror. the walkway leading to the mirror is 45 inches in width, but employee tripped on a handle at the edge of the walkway used to lift the small hood for the radiator. we are still investigating this incident.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15601,employee standing on drill table slipped and fell backwards hitting his head.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15602,"while dismounting from the front area of a loader after making a repair, the injured slipped on the bottom rung of the ladder and fell backward less than two feet and hit his tail bone on the z-bar of the loader bucket. he fractured his tail bone. incliment weather contributed to slippery conditions.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15603,"ee was walking on a wet concrete slope, lost footing, slipped & fell striking ee's rt wrist. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15604,the employee stated he was dismounting #766 diesel mantrip and twisted his right knee. the event resulted in a lost time injury tear of the medial cartilage/sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15605,"walking on uneven ground surface, twisted his right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15606,injured worker was doing general maintenance on a screen assembly. slipped and cut his left leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15607,"standing on deck built around drill to secure a cable overhead. deck built of wood and was slick due to water. deck board move as it was not properly secured or became unsecured. ee fell appro x 2' to the ground, striking upper torso on the drill (control panel guard plate).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15608,"employee was crawling from underneath a conveyor and felt a ""pop"" in his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15609,lost footing slipped and fell on ice covered step.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15610,"while changing out a top cradle in the conveyor belt, employee stumbled and fell causing the cradle structure to fall pinching ee's right middle finger against the water line. resulted in a avulsion.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -15611,"employee was walking down a catwalk,tripped and fell injuring his right wrist. *employee did not report this injury until 2/13/06 which is when it became reportable.*",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15612,"ee was acting 28 a switchman riding point, when he noticed a switch in the wrong position. he jumped from the car to make the switch and sprained his. left knee. are company physican put him o n activity as tolerated, however he is doing hisregular duties.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15613,"while employee was going down ladder to get off loader, he twisted his left ankle. he had medical evaluation later that day, but no medical treatment. pain symptoms persisted, so he was re-evaluated medically on 8/12/13, and referred for physical therapy treatment.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15614,"employee was turning on the water on the wet screen. as he turned to leave the wet screen he hit his head on a ladder causing him to fall. the fall broke his leg in two places. an ambulance was called and transported him to the emergency room at stringfellow hospitol in anniston, alabama. employee is scheduled for surgery later today.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15615,under normal working conditions miner was greasing a quarry stone saw track. miner lost balance and fell forward. miners foot caught on the track resulting in a sprained ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -15616,"while getting out of a scoop, the ee slipped and fractured his right hip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15617,"injured employee was climbing into a chute directly below the wash screen to apply a patch. the employee slipped while entering and struck their back against a protruding bolt or pad eye on the side wall. the employee was wearing fall protection that caused them to ""swing"" into the side wall. employee continued to work until breathing became painful",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15618,"employee was dismounting d9 dozer when his hand slipped off the handrail causing him to fall off the dozer cab access platform,employee landed upright on to the ground below and fractured his right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15619,"ee was getting into the deck of the shuttle car when he hit his left knee on the fire suppression button, causing a contusion and swelling to the knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15620,ee and foreman were moving miner cable. ee fell backwards while holding the cable. he stated he felt pain in his back. this ee had a prior injury to his back in the same area on 11/17/11. this is possibly a continuation of this same injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15621,"injured was walking beside #1 head drive motor on longwall 17 when he stepped in a hole, causing his right knee to be twisted. he continued to work, but his knee began to swell. on 3/24/04 results from mri revealed severe sprain. he is scheduled for therapy beginning on 3/26/04.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15622,"employee stepped off the rear step of a mechanic's truck onto unleveled ground, rolling his ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15623,while working on the saddleblocks of the #517 shovel ee slipped straining his right shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15624,"employer was a drill helper on our u8 core rig. they were looking for the grinder & employee stepped off of the back of the man basket on the sky tracker. when he did, he caught his clothing on metal causing a laceration.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15625,"3rd part contractor working on roof and fell. contractor has applied for id, but has not received it yet",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -15626,"ee was kneeling on top of a continuous miner replacing a spray bar inside of the scrubber. when he stood up he lost his footing and fell on top of the miner, fracturing his left little finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15627,employee was working off a 4' step ladder cutting off low hanging roof bolts. the ladder was not set up properly and when he reached out the ladder slipped causing him to fall to the ground resulting in a muscle bruise in his lower right leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15628,"crew was working on screen unit. ee was working on west side at the discharge end of the screen unit. he was reaching to tighten a bolt on the mahcine, when he was finished he stepped back and fell off the end of the cat walk and fell to the ground 6 feet. he landed hitting his head on rocks on the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -15629,"as employee was dismounting his excavator, he lost his footing on the track and fell, landing on his left side (shoulder, back and hip)",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15630,ee was on the offside of 4b belt inby the head drive when ee slipped in mud and fell landing on back. ee was taken to a medical center. the x-rays and ct scan were negative for any fractures. ee's family doctor took ee off work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15631,"employee was adjusting a sensor on the belt. ee was sitting on the bottom rail of the belt guard. the rail broke causing ee to fall backwards. ee put left hand out to catch self resulting in an injury to left thumb. employee finished the shift and has continued to work since. on the 21st of september, x-rays revealed a fracture to the thumb.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15632,"ee stepped outside during cold and snowy conditions to pick up a box of water. subject slipped on a mine belt and fell, twisting his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15633,he was crossing over a mobile bridge system and tripped and fell. he continued to work and started missing work on 8/30/05. the original doctor's report showed his absence due to rheumatiod arthritis but on 9/30/05 we received a mri report showing a small rotator cuff tear in his shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15634,"unwitnessed accident. operator claims when dismounting from haul truck, final step to ground was further than anticipated. when left foot contacted ground he felt pain. operator claims he repo rted incident to supervisor, but supervisor has no recollection of such. on 2-21-00, operator came in to fill out an accident report complaining of neck pain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15635,"employee was making a belt splice. as he stepped backward without looking, he stumbled upon the 3"" water line and twisted his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15636,"ee was entering building, stepped down and slipped on wet bentonite, twisting left knee. he continued to work and had no lost days of time until his surgery on 08/04/2009.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15637,ee was working on an electric motor on a platform at the inlet of a raw grinding mill. the ee turned around to exit the platform and tripped over materials in the work area. as he fell he put his rt. hand out to catch himself and caught himself and caught his fifth finger on the wall beside him.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15638,employee fell out of chair & struck hand on tool box.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15639,"ee was using a woma gun to spray build up in the riser duct, 3rd fl, tower. he was in a squatted position spraying throw the lowest access door on the w wall's s corner next to the 5th stage s meal pipe. a chunk fell onto the wand of the gun causing the gun to throw ee striking his r arm against the meal pipe and mouth by the stock end of the gun as he fell to the floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15640,"ee was walking to access to shop and slipped, caught himself and jarred back. ee was placed on restricted duty 10-21-02. ee restriction were set too low, company sent ee home until further fol lowup.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15641,"employee engaged in cutting apart wt beams, as ee made the second to last cut, the beam sprung apart and struck employee in the shins causing ee to fall face forward on to the shop floor. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15642,"employee was walking out of switch van after putting harness on. he started to slip on the top step, but caught himself on hand rail, straining his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15643,ee was in the process of moving cables during a power move. he was on the 3rd step of the ladder when he was struck by the cables. he fell onto his left side fracturing 6 ribs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15644,ee slipped on a rock and fell into the outrigger on the drill. he bruised his arms and ribcage and was placed on restrictions.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15645,"ee was de-boarding his production truck, when he slipped and fell to the ground. the employee was evaluated and pt was ordered. a series of pt appts have been completed.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15646,"mine refuse attendant climbed the steps of a volvo a40g haul truck to observe the material in the bed for a dump location. while descending the steps, the attendant lost footing on a step approximately 38 inches tall and fell to the ground. the ground consisted of compacted reject material. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15647,employee was going under 2b header take up and twisted his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15648,"broken hydraulic line sprayed excavator bucket, victim did not realize and stepped on bucket, slipped on oil spray and fell into bucket. landed on shoulder tearing rotator cuff.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15649,"ee was changing spud pin on the dredge. he was trying to pull a pin out and lost his balance. as he fell he hit his left hand on the top of the handrail, while still holding pin.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15650,employee was exiting s mechanic truck to get on the ground and slipped and fell landing on their left side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15651,ee stepped from jaw platform to feeder platform and his foot slipped between the two causing him to fall & twist his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -15652,"while working employee stepped into a hole and fell striking his right arm, shoulder and head and felt pain. pain worsened and he called an emt. transport by ambulance to st. john's er springfield. no fractures were indentified and he was scheduled to undergo a series of physical therapy sessions making this a medical reportable event.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15653,"ee said he thought that maybe his boot was wet and that caused his left foot to slip while mounting his euclid water truck (26.3604), causing pain to his upper left leg. injury was not reported until 6:45 am on november 18, 2013 stating that he needed to be off for a few days until he got better. co. advised ee to have medical treatment.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15654,"walking to the water jack, the employee's right leg slipped out from under ee and caught self by planting left leg. emp was seen by company nurse on 2/13 given ibuprofen and ice packs. on 2/16 company nurse re-evaluated emp placed employee on restricted duty due to the swelling and complaint of pain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15655,employee was walking and stepped in a hole and injured his left knee. employee did not start losing time until 9/25/01 due to surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15656,"employee improperly attached the secondary line of fall protection to an unapproved anchor point. employee slipped while moving ee's primary line to allow ee access to ee's work area, and the improperly secured secondary line did not prevent fall. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -15657,"ee was attempting to mount 966f to inspect product link for machine. used a ladder that was attached to the machine. the sides of the ladder were made of flexible rubber and were worn. once the technician stepped on the ladder, it broke causing the ee to fall to the ground hard on left foot. diagnosed with left ankle/foot bone bruise",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15658,"as a miner was walking to their vehicle after exiting equipment at the end of the shift, they stepped on uneven ground and injured their right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15659,employee was ascending stairs when left knee gave way causing employee to collapse onto the stairs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15660,"employee was attempting to reach a mine cable that needed hung higher on the mine roof, and attempted to climb up on the trailer of a diesel lubrication machine (lube truck), at which time he slipped and injured his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15661,"ee stepped down from water truck and stepped on a rock, making him lose his balance which strained his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15662,"employee was filling rockdust pods, he stopped and bleed off air line to disconnect and rockdust came out and he turned to run from the rockdust and he fell hitting his right thumb causing contusion. employee has been working since date of accident and was found to have torn ligament in thumb and was taken off work. employee did not start loosing time until 1/29/15.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15663,employee stated they were walking and rolled an ankle outward.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15664,employee was walking up a stairwell and felt his ankle pop. employee did not report an injury until 10/04/2013,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15665,"employee slipped while pulling water hose from bolter and landed on left side, causing neck pain. saw doctor on 3/8/06 where physical therapy was prescribed, making this msha reportable.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15666,"sales representative from outside supply company was at the plant taking measurements and quoting for replacements of fire rated doors at the electrical rooms. walking down the access ramp to the clinker transport electrical room, he slip and fall over some clinker and gravel, and twist his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15667,the employee was getting off of a manlift into muddy conditions and slipped and twisted knee. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15668,"he was walking behind a roof bolter when the trailing cable moved, striking him in the lower legs and causing him to fall. he fell on his left arm. he suffered a fracture of his left forearm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15669,"employee stepped on stainless steel lid covering an inspection port. the lid slipped off the opening, causing the right leg to fall into the opening resulting in a laceration above the knee on the back of the thigh, and a contusion on the upper shin. treatment required stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15670,"drill operator had gotten off his drill. when he stepped on the bottom step to get back on the drill, the steps moved underneath the catwalk causing him to pull something in the groin area.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15671,"individual was dismounting 24 track mobile not concentrating, caught his foot on the vehicle frame or safety chain causing him to fall (sprain / strain) to the left foot. this did not involve any compliance issues. no equipment involved. this did not involve proficiency or attitude. all personal safety items were being utilized. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15672,"operator slipped boarding water truck. they managed to catch themselves with their right hand, causing a pop in the right wrist. operator then drove truck back to tie-down. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15673,ee was working under #8 drill removing a track pad. when he stood up he bumped his head. going to chiropractor,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15674,"walking down 2 track metz bottom and tripped over kicker tie (tie installed to slew track away from rib) and fell, landing on the light battery which was pushed into left hip and caused pain in hip and groin area. no problems with mining machines, ppe, training or compliance issues.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15675,"employee was climbing down from cab of volvo l70e front end loader. he had both hands on grab rails of ladder, his right foot was on bottom step, he lowered his left foot onto the ground. upon placing weight on his left foot, employee said his knee twisted causing pain. diagnosis from medical doctor describes injury as hamstring muscle strain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15676,"climbing out of crane, he slipped and caught himself by left arm; pulled or strained muscle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15677,employee stepped off tractor & turned his ankle.sprain resulted in restricted duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15678,"employee was getting out of his work truck, stepped out and twisted the wrong way. felt pain in lower back and down leg. employee fell to his knees on the floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15679,he slipped off back bumper of mechanic's truck while removing materials. he landed flat on both feet and pain shot down both legs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15680,employee tripped on a rebar mat and bumped ee's shin on an adjacent steel beam. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15681,"ee slipped off of the fuel tank ladder while filling the fuel truck. he stopped himself with his right arm on the the ladder hand rail, the sudden jerk hurt his right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15682,"employee stated he was carrying a 1/2 bag of rockdust walking backward dusting the face area. as he twisted around he stepped in an uneven place on the floor, stumbled and this caused his leg to buckle under him straining his knee. he was transported to medical facility. was taken off work on 03/31/2009.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15683,"employee missed step while climbing down from dozer, hitting the push arm on the dozer while falling, landing on right hand and ribs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15684,"employee states that while getting out of the port-a-vac truck, his foot caught on the fuel tank step causing him to hit the ground twisting his right ankle. the employee was dismounting truck facing away from truck instead of facing the truck and using the steps and hand holds properly.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15685,"as the employee was dismounting a d-10 bulldozer he slipped and fell, this resulted in an injury to his hips.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15686,ee was washing out a pulley with a water hose and slipped on the wet concrete which caused ee to fall on right hip. ee felt pain in back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15687,he fell off conveyor and hit neck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15688,injured employee was standing on 3rd rung of a portable ladder when it slipped out from under him. a vertebra was fractured when he fell to the work platform.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15689,"ee states he has a contusion to his left elbow. the only event he can remember is he slipped and fell in the truck, landing on his elbow on 6-20-02.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15690,"ee went to get the chocks out of the back of the 019 man bus. door was locked, so ee went in the side door and reached back to unlock the doors. when exiting back through the side doors, stepped down and twisted right ankle",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15691,"ee was standing on 10 ft step ladder using a 16"" crescent wrench, wrench slipped causing ee to loose balance and he jumped off ladder landing on shop floor, hurting his left foot contusion to foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15692,"employee was performing a pre-op safety check on his mobile equipment #637 caterpillar pan, when he slipped & lost his balance. as he grabbed the hand hold, he felt a pain in his left arm, when he jerked his arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15693,"employee slipped off the last rung of a ladder and bumped his right knee on the catwalk surface of a conveyor on 2-16-05: (employee requested medical attention for the first aid incident on 2/23/05, at which point he was taken to workers compensation.)",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15694,ee was walking when he tripped over a cable causing him to fall on his left hand (thumb).,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15695,"employee was stepping off of cage when he fell, landing on his left knee. employee has been working since date of accident. employee did not start losing time until 11/21/12 due to surgery on left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15696,injury set his parking brakes and got off his forklift to instruct his fellow workers on. how to perform their job when finished. he turned rapadily and mistepped and his face collided with the master of the forklift. resulting in 7 stitches-3 nose-4 cheek.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15697,"after crossing belt to update escapeway map, miner stepped in a hole causing a twisted ankle. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15698,"while cleaning a railroad car for loading, employee slipped and injured his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15699,employee was walking beside the miner on the offside of launch. he slipped off the side between side and the launch pinning his leg under the launch.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -15700,ee slipped off the back of his service truck & broke his left ankle,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15701,injured was unloading post from truck into front end loader when he slipped and fell between truck and front end loader. causing bruises right ribs left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15702,ee was stepping off of a conveyor belt crossover. he tripped on a section of mine monitor cable and he fell. he was treated at the scene and taken to a local hospital where he was treated and released. he continued to work but had to stop due to increased pain and numbness.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15703,"employee slipped while standing on 3 foot high wall, fell to ground, slight cut to hand, bruise to left leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -15704,getting down in bed of truck - slipped - fell down & hit back of head.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15705,"while climbing out from underneath the pioneer hopper, employee slipped on loose material. he caught himself with both hands and injured his left wrist in the process.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15706,employee pushed open a door to go to the locker room at the end of the shift. the kick plate on the door pulled loose and got wedged in the door way. the employee walked through the door and tripped over the kick plate stuck in the door way. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15707,ip was pulling 7 5/8 casing on the 11th piece walking backwards and about 3/4 of the way down the truck ip lost footing causing ee to fall on the side rail and hitting the ip forearm on the railing resulting in a break to the ulna bone in forearm. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15708,"the injured, a lead blaster, was in process of helping load holes. after retrieving some surface delays and as he was walking around the corner of the power truck, he suddenly stepped in an undetected drill hole and fell to the ground. he subsquently sustained a fractured rib.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15709,while dismounting excavator employee slipped on track and fell hitting right hip on track of excavator then landed on ground hitting left hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15710,employee was climbing down a ship ladder to the dock. he placed his left foot on the ground then began to lift his right foot off the ladder and heard a pop and felt pain in his left ankle. he went to the er and was diagnosed with a sprained left ankle and was given two days of lost scheduled work days. he is now working at this site on restricted duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15711,employee was carrying boxes down the stairs and stepped too far forward and slipped and fell,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15712,ee was walking towards 505 water truck to work on it when he slipped and fell on the ice.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15713,"ie fell on rocks landing on the right side of body. no fractures, but too sore to return to scheduled shift. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15714,"employee was going to close the passenger side door of the vac truck and slipped, straining his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15715,"while putting away 1/4"" screens for 3&4 bottom decks, employee was on one end of the screen bending down and co-worker on the other. employee, in the process of standing up, tripped on the wood that is used to keep screens off the ground. as he started to fall backwards, he caught himself before falling to the ground. in the process, he twisted his back",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15716,employee was operating a continuous miner and he noticed the top was working in x-cut 2 to 1. he turned to move back toward #2 entry & stumbled & fell onto his left shoulder & wrist & also fel t pain in his neck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15717,"employee slipped and fell approximately six feet while descending a ladder. weather conditions were snowy, cold, and wet.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15718,"employee was jumping over a ditch and injured his left knee. it was diagnosed as a strain. doctor gave the employee a return to work release. managment took him back to the doctor three times over the next six weeks. a speclist prescribed an mri. on 03/07/2007, diagnosed the injury as a fracture and prescribed a leg brace. at this time it became a reportable injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15719,"employee was welding. when employee went to adjust their cables, they fell back into scaffold railing and sprained their lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15720,employee claims to have injured his back when he jumped off of a man-up & landed on his feet & then fell.he stated that he saw the top move.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15721,stepping off roof drill in to hole twisted ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15722,ee was crossing the thickener return line. instead of crossing under the line he went over the top of it and when he came off of the line he truned his right ankle. the pipe was approx. 40 inc hes high.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15723,exiting tractor trailer and left heel of boot caught on the step on the fuel tank causing employee to land hard on my right foot. felt pain in lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15724,employee was running centers & slipped on the wet bottom & twisted his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15725,"ee was carrying a box of heavy tools 80 lbs down a steep, rocky slope when his foot slipped causing him to fall and the toolbox fell on his hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -15726,employee's foot slipped when climbing down off ladder and injured knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15727,"employee was climbing up the ladder of the wa-600 loader when her hand slipped off the ladder, she fell off the ladder landing on her wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15728,employee was pulling a dust hose west main 3 belt line when employee stepped on un-even ground and twisted left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15729,"as ee was walking through a water hole, he slipped & strained back. the ee did not fall. ee started missing work 7/10/07.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15730,ee was using a step ladder to had oil to his loader. his foot slipped from the step and he fell from the ladder. he was app 3 foot from the ground when he slipped. he complained of pain and refused medical treatment. on tues. 4-23-13 he requested medical for his knee and ankle. redimed treated and put him on lite duty until 4-30-13.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15731,normal conditions - employee stepping down from piece of equipment injured foot,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15732,ee stepped out of the guzzler truck to fill the fuel at the fuel bay and slipped on the ice.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15733,"while walking alongside a berm in a field, employee slipped and fell. while reaching out to break her fall, her hand landed on a sharp edged rock, lacerating the pad of her palm, requiring stitches to close.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15734,the ee was climbing out of the excavator and slipped on snow from the tracks and landed with his left hand on the rail on the left side of the track. he was prescribed vicodin.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15735,the employee was investigating a leak in the solvent extraction building when he stepped on a sump grating that was submerged in liquid. the grating turned up and the employee slipped into the sump causing a contusion to his left ankle. he then pushed himself up out of the sump and strained his thoracic muscles and chest wall muscles.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -15736,"employee went to the doctor on november 30 and was put on restricted duty on december 3. employee was walking downhill when ee slipped, picked up speed and stopped hyperextending ee's right knee. employee did not go to the doctor immediately.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15737,"employee stated he was getting out of the bus in 4 south motorbarn and the step was higher than he thought, he stepped down and twisted his right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15738,injured was walking around coal hauler and stepped on uneven surface and sprained left ankle. injured was placed on restrictions on 2/3/2020 for the ankle. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15739,"employee was carrying a crib tie, when he stepped in a hole and slipped into a built crib, striking his left index finger between crib and crib tie. compliance with rules and regulations, involvement with mine equipment or mine systems, or protective items are not a factor. job skills and miner's proficiency may be a factor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15740,"while walking next to a conveyor belt ee's light cord got caught in the conveyor belt, causing him to be pulled down. in the process he twisted his right ankle which broke in the fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15741,"ee was climbing off the dozer and his feet slipped. he caught himself on the push arm and pulled a muscle in his back. taken to emergency room by his wife. given cat scan, given muscle relaxers and missed one shift of work. returned to work with no restriction.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15742,"on march 9, 2005, employee reported that he twisted his right knee when he slipped on the steps of gantry 101 on 3/7/05. this alleged knee was treated using ibuprofen & occassional. the employee continued to have complaints of knee pain, & on 12/13/05, he was provided work restrictions that prevented him from performing his normal job, pending further treatment.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15743,"ee was walking ribbons during metal removal. ee states was walking a ribbon and stepped down funny because the ribbons are not level, ee felt pain in the knee. ee was seen at the er and diagnosed with a strain to the knee and put off work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15744,ee exiting personal vehicle and slipped in parking lot. ee thought he slipped on round object but could not find anything.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15745,"while repairing a tear in a conveyor belt, ee was walking on the belt, slipped and fell. falling back, landed on the belt. he felt some pain in his left shoulder. he had surgery on the shoulde r on 8-22-01, started restricted work duty starting 8-27-01.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15746,"slipped on ice, landed on right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15747,employee was descending a permanent 4' ladder in the shop to the lube pit when they fell backwards to the ground hitting their head and shoulder causing a bump and concussion.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15748,slipped while climbing onto bobcat loader. strained back muscle. was medical only at the time but turned into lost time accident when employee had surgery on 4/26/06.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15749,employee tripped over the leg of another employee and injured his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15750,"employee was standing on conveyor #19 shoveling. when he had the belt cleaned, he tried to step off the side of the conveyor. he slipped and fell about 4 feet. it was raining which contributed to the slippery conditons.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15751,"ee was working on a scaffold platform, carrying a section of 1 1/2"" pipe to set down in the piperack. he apparently stumbled on a walk board andfell forward, striking his mouth and tooth on a pipe support.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15752,"upon exiting the cab of the water wagon, the ee slipped on the deck and fell to the ground. thisresulted in the ee sustaining a ruptured spleen.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15753,"ee tripped entering door in cooler. he fell on right side, injuring shoulder. this incident occurred on 5/7/05 - no lost time. on 5/15/05 ee aggravated the injury while attempting to open gate on skid steer loader. began missing time on 5/16/05.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15754,"ee said slipped off the track when dismounting dragline. later in the day ee went to dr. dr said no damage but has pre-existing conditions. sent back to work. later ee's back hurt. returned to dr & did physical therapy but no restricted duty or lost days. received an mri on 5/16/17. during msha inspection, inspector & msha supervisor said need accident report to start on 5/16/17.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15755,"employee was collecting samples on a drill pattern, when ee stepped over a track left by the drill and lost ee's footing on loose material, causing ee to fall and injure ee's right knee. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15756,slipped on crusher and bruised hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15757,"employee was in mill tower on cat walk using safety harness and changing clips on conveyor belt. he unhooked harness to reposition himself and mis-stepped and failed to re-hook harness and fell, causing him to strike his side and cracking a rib.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15758,"starting loader, fell on ice.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15759,ee stepped off of mantrip and twisted his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15760,"at the end of the work day ee got out of the loader ee was running, when ee stepped down on the ground ee felt ee's left knee pop.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15761,employee was climbing out of a man basket onto a catwalk and twisted his left knee when he stepped down.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15762,while walking the ee slipped on ice and sprained his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15763,plowed snow turned into ice. when the operator walked out of the plant the operator slipped on the ice and sprained ee's ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15764,"employee running excavator, swarm of bees came into cab, was stung by bee, jumped out of cab, landed on feet and twisted right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15765,"while walking to the shot he stepped into a borehole, that had been frozen over with mud, and fell twisting his left knee. as a result he has a mild sprain to his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15766,ee stepped up on welding trailer to start air compressor. when stepping off of trailer he stepped on stone and sprained right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15767,on the morning of 12/6/2022 miner reported to their supervisor that on 12/05/2022 they had jumped from the jaw crusher frame rail and injured their right knee upon landing on uneven surface. employee was sent for medical and placed on restricted duty for a sprain knee. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15768,trainee was standing on bottom step of two foot ladder when they fell backwards while disconnecting fuel line from haul truck. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15769,"getting out of the truck, right foot slipped on step and left went to the ground, right groin strain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15770,"employee was descending from the top of a metal conex, after securing the conex for transportation. employee fell while descending, landing on the bed of the trailer.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15771,brakes and steering failed,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15772,while walking on concrete blocks to avoid stepping in water employee slipped and fell against the rib injuring his shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15773,"ee was pulling a new section of conveyor in place when he lost his footing and tripped, falling backward.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15774,employee was stepping off a crane when ee felt a pop in ee's knee,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15775,"ee was dumping off stone and plant and saw the crusher was stopped up, so he got out of his truck and was running to plant to shut it down and slipped on rocks and twisted his right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15776,"he slipped on snow and ice while shoveling sand onto the road, striking his elbow on the pickup tailgate.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15777,employee was talking with a vendor in the hallway of the office. she turned to return to her desk & tripped over some boxes that had been stacked in the hall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15778,"good, clean, clear day. ee was walking down the stair from k346 to k348 on top of the clinker silos, when he slipped and twisted his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15779,employee was pulling on pump cable when he slipped in the mud and twisted his knee. ee was given two days off work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15780,ee was walking to a water pump and slipped in the mud twisting his left knee. this was an incident and not a reportable with no lost time until an mri was done and now requires surgery,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15781,employee was descending a scaffold ladder when ee's foot slipped. ee's fall was controlled by ee's hands on the ladder rail. ee's right ankle was twisted when ee's foot came into contact with the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15782,"ee was attempting to bring down 12c apron feeder which was hung up. because of problems with the poke holes at the rear of the feeder, he was working the poke holes at the front of the feeder. while standing on the chain guard on the east side of the feeder, he slipped and broke his chain guard ont he east side of the feeder, he slipped and broke his fall with his left arm. was eva",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15783,"ee was trying to pull tarp out and it was hanging up. ee got out of truck, pushed in tarp bar. the bar came back but the tarp itself was wound up in a tarp box. ee proceeded to come up and push tarp when it finally broke loose, ee lost footing and fell to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15784,"working on uneven ground in a heavy rain, lost his footing & twisted right leg/hip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15785,"while exiting the truck in the snow & ice, employee's foot slipped off the running board causing him to fall, landing on his lower back, striking the back of his head.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15786,"the incident occurred at a sand and gravel mine where the terrain is primarily loose sand. the employee states ee was walking down a slope to go restart the pump that feeds water to the wash plant. the pump sets near the water approximately 15ft below natural grade. as ee walked down the slope the sand shifted under ee's foot causing ee to stumble and ""roll ee's ankle"". ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15787,employee stated that ee was rocking back and forth on shoe heels that snagged ee's pants causing the fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15788,employee stated that he stepped in a water hole while dismounting the coal hauler he was operating and twisted his left leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15789,"loader operator was dismounting from loader when his right hand slipped from handrail. supv. saw the operator falling and broke the fall with his own body before he hit the ground. employee stated he was okay, but was taken for medical exam. on 8-9-11 operator went to dr. and was taken off work duty for two weeks.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15790,"employee exiting ""change house"" missed the bottom stair step, his ankle rolled under him and he broke his right fibula.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15791,ee was climbing down off double screw to ladder had hand on piece of pipe. pipe broke and he fell to ground about 15'.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15792,employee was looking over opening to determine how much cleaning was needed while mill was out of operation. lost his balance and fell to floor. the fall resulted in a fractured pelvis and some bruises.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15793,"he twisted left knee while standing on step ladder. fell approx. 1 1/2' to 2' to the floor, landing on right lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15794,"ee was fueling the scoop, then was stretching out the hydraulic hose, walking backwards tripped over a crib bolck and broke his right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15795,"employee climbed down from his excavator to visually inspect the bench he was mining. when walking back to the excavator, he slipped and fell, landing on his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15796,the employee was going to hookup two trailors when he got his foot hung in a piece of belt that was lying on the ground causing him to strain his leg and knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -15797,"the employee slipped on a wet floor, landing on his shoulder and back. the employee experienced soreness in his shoulder and upper back. medical evaluation only on 7/13. released for work with restrictions 7/16. restrictions lifted 7/18. 1 day restricted duty, 7/18. not scheduled to work 7/14-17. prescription for pain meds not filled.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15798,"employee was assisting to ballast the track rail and crossed the parked equipment between the ballast cars, getting his feet tangled in the hydraulic hoses which operate the ballast cars. employee then slipped/tripped and started to fall, reached out to catch himself and over exerted his hand and wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15799,"tripped over air hose on floor, falling on left elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15800,officer pulled up to office in patrol truck. he exited the vehicle and stepped on a clod of dirt causing his ankle to twist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15801,"ee was loading an from a tanker truck to the bins on his bulk truck. while in the process of moving the hose from one bin to another on top of his truck, he slipped on some spilled an. this resulted in his falling and slicing his left shin about 6"" below his knee. he was taken to the hospital and recieved three stitches inside the cut and twelve stitches outside.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15802,belt man was walking to new location to shovel belt. ee was carrying a shovel in ee's right hand. as ee started down a grade ee got closer to the belt to hold on to dust pipe to sturdy self. the floor was wet closer to the belt and ee slipped and rolled ee's ankle. x-ray showed ee fractured ee's fibula. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15803,"ee was dismounting railcar mover, stepped from last step to ground & felt pop in his knee.(left).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15804,employee was walking to break room to clock in when he slipped on the ice. he fell on his right knee which he recently had surgery on. restricted duty assigned. employee was suppose to report to the chilton quarry; he instead reported to the sabel quarry.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15805,employee's foot slipped between push arm and track. the weight of his body pushed him to the ground with his leg between track and push arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15806,ee slipped and fell while walking on sloped ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15807,"while dismounting haul truck, an ee hyper-extended his shoulder while stepping from the second to last rung to the bottom rung. the extension resulted in damage to his rotator cuff. the ee was seen by an ortho. dr. on 12/18/12 and surgery is recommended to repair the rotator cuff.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15808,"employee was removing feeder side of 52fc crusher when the chain slipped and the feeder fell. employee jumped back out of the way and fell, scraping his right lower leg and hip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15809,employee states while loading plaster for brattice on #3 unit outby unit. employee states tripped over pallet and twisted back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15810,employee got off of the scoop to roll up the curtain to finish cleaning the face area. ee stepped off of some gob and heard a pop and felt pain in the right leg below the knee. the x-ray was negative for a broken bone and ee was referred to a specialist. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15811,slipped on ice in met ops parking area and came down on one knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15812,"while walking to help with pump hose, employee's left foot slipped in mud causing his right foot and leg to fold under him breaking his right ankle and twisting his right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15813,the employee stated he was pulling a pump cable through a cross cut and slipped and fell and landed on his left hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15814,"employee was getting out of loader after ee had finished loading the dump truck, when the last step on the loader bent inward towards the loader causing employee to fall backwards and to strain right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15815,ee states she was swatting at mosquitoes when this incident occurred. ee was performing a pre-operation inspection of recovery pit pump. as she approached motor disconnect switch she slipped i n a puddle of slimes. she states she did not fall but momentarily lost her footing. she complained of back pain a few hours later. she was seen by company dr. and placed on restrictions.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15816,washing truck; slipped on moss on cement pad.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15817,"employee was cutting side boards off #2 s/c he was up in the boom of the s/c and step backwards causing him to slip. his leg went between a brace across the end of the boom and the conveyor chain, this cause a bruise to the left leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15818,employee was walking over uneven terrain,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15819,"employee was at the 2nd east washbay. he was taking the radiator cap off. it was under pressure causing employee to slip on the wet floor. he landed with either his scsr, or his cap lamp battery, between him and the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15820,climbing on dozer he pulled his right leg muscle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15821,at 5:10am ee was walking to observe a- train product to check to see if it was in service when ee tripped and fell on curbing hurting right shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15822,employee tripped and fell striking his face on the track.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15823, ee stated that while ee was exiting the scoop ee's foot got caught in the compartment and caused ee to trip. ee reached out to catch self and this caused ee to hurt ee's left wrist. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15824,"employee lost balance and fell, using his left arm to catch himself.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15825,"employee was exiting the southwest door of the kiln firing floor to get some vacuum hose. he slipped on some hardened slick lime (from recent rainfall) just outside of the doorway, and fell on his right wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15826,employee was walking back to personal vehicle to get a flashlight to perform pre shift inspection on mobile equipment and tripped over a rock that was submerged.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15827,stepped off of haul truck and stepped forward and twisted right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15828,fell on cat walk from ore spillage on walk. the ore spillage was caused by the choke up in process catching 5th finger left hand ingrating on floor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -15829,"employee was welding while standing on a ladder. the ladder was not secured properly and slipped out of position causing the employee to fall, injuring knee. employee has been off work since 4/15/16 and has an appointment for an mri later this week. will be off until further notice.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15830,"during a safety meeting, the ee stooped down against the wall. when ee stood up, they fainted and fell to the floor, causing a laceration above right eye, requiring stitches. the doctors kept ee in hospital to resolve cause of fainting. they concluded that it was ee's blood pressure medicine that caused ee to faint, and changed the medication.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15831,employee was doing crane inspections. he was coming down the ladder and slipped on one of the rungs and lost his balance causing him to fall off the ladder to the floor. he was taken to seek medical attention and received 12 stitches in his forehead.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15832,"the employee had been installing air and water in the 1092 stope and while attempting to turn the air header back on, the employees feet became tangled causing the miner to fall. the employee placed left arm out to brace the fall and struck the ground. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15833,"the miner was carrying a ladder with another miner, slipped in a mud puddle. the miner caught himself with his left hand, straining his shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15834,"the employee was exiting a vehicle at the beginning of the shift, when she stepped on the pavement she twisted her left ankle, resulting in an ankle sprain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15835,employee was climbing onto a bulldozer when he reached for the hand grab and missed it which caused him to fall backwards to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15836,"ee had stopped train, walked back to cut engine off & tripped over rock. when he fell he sustained abrasions to his left knee, dislocated his right finger & injured his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15837,employee was walking down into the # 2 coolier pit when his right leg slipped and he fell folding his left leg under him. the knee folded under him on the sloped concrete floor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15838,"ee was helping with work on replacing primary crusher feeder liner... began descending steel ladder to return to shop for more tools..ladder was bent and foot of the ladder kicked out... ladder foot went through 20""gap separating the levels the feeder and crusher walkways are on...ee fell to the crusher walk about 10', this resulted in fractures to wrist and toes on lft.foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15839,employee was getting down off of loader and his right foot slipped out from under him causing a problem with his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15840,employee was helping carry high voltage cable and plug when he lost his footing and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15841,while stepping over a pipe the ee s right foot slipped and her right foot got caught on a bolt to a coupling. this hurt her left knee causing restricted days.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15842,associate was shoveling snow off of a catwalk when he slipped and landed on the left side of his body.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15843,climbing down a ladder in the #6 elevator from the top of the elevator after making an inspection and his leg buckled causing him to fall off the ladder and strike the floor. he strained his right shoulder and fractured his left ankle. he began losing time on 12/16/13.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15844,while walking to his monitor in the pit he slipped and twisted his knee. the incident just became a reportable/lost time yesterday (5/4/2009) when it was found out that his injury requires surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15845,"employee was shoveling the belt drive area when he stepped into a hole as he was lifting a shovel full of gob to the belt. employee twisted his knee, and felt pain when he put weight on it. employee continued to work until 08/10/2011",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15846,"employee slipped, fell & injured his knee(r).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15847,"employee was walking in the belt entry and slipped/tripped/and fell, injuring right hand index finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15848,while looking for a piece of metal in the scrap yard he stepped on a clump of mud and twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15849,attempting to get in euclid haul truck and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15850,"employee was climbing up ladder on 930 loader to start it, when the ladder broke and ee fell skinning shin below left knee, ee just went to a doctor for this injury 3-25-19. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15851,ee was walking on concrete piling when his shoe slipped and he hit his shin.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15852,ee was descending a ladder at white knob quarry. his foot slipped on the last rung and he twisted his foot as he stepped down. this accident requires modified work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15853,"the injured was washing his coal hauler off on southeast mains. he walked around the coal hauler and stepped in a hole and slipped and fell, causing a strain/sprain to his right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15854,employee leaving mine office. as he stepped onto first step he stepped on gravel causing him to slip & fall onto the gravel lot. hurt left hip & low back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15855,while walking she tripped over belting. she continued to work but continued to have pain. she was eventually taken off work on 4/6/2009 for surgery to repair a torn meniscus to the right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15856,"dismounting haulage truck access ladder at end of shift and slipped on the last step, hyperextending left knee. after several weeks of littl improvement in condition, physical therapy was pres cribed by physician.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15857,"the employee was attempting to sit down in the cab of the drill. the seat sheared off from the swivel station, throwing the employee into the cab dash board. this resulted in muscle strain a nd light duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -15858,"ee was working at 9 ml, pulling new belt on. the shive rope was pulled tight. the injured tripped over the rope and fell against a belt cradle laying against the rib. the ee received 5 stitches, and returned to work the next scheduled shift. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15859,the employee was last seen on top of the tower and determined to be missing. the employee was found in a pipe traveling from the cyclone discharge box to the thickener tank. investigation has revealed that the employee traveled outside the provided safe access to the cyclone discharge box. it is not yet determined how the employee entered the pipe. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from headframe, derrick or tower" -15860,"injured was hooking up chain behind ram on coal hauler when he stepped in hole, twisting knee and ankle, and also received abrasion to front of lower leg (shin).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15861,"while surveying a heading employee tripped on a rock on the road and fell striking his right hand on a rock, cutting his hand through his gloves",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15862,"employee was descending stairwell and missed the second to last step from the bottom. in trying to catch himself ended up falling on his back resulting in injuries to his neck, head and chest.phys. prescribed medication for pain-no lost days or restricted duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15863,individual was standing on a ladder welding a sheet of steel onto a rock bin. he stated that the ladder kicked out from under him causing him to fall and fracture two bones in his foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15864,member was attempting to raise scoop batteries lid when handle broke causing him to fall off scoop and between scoop and rib.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15865,"ee turned to talk to a co-worker, while standing in the change room, slipped and fell sustained a laceration requiring 7 sutures. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15866,"while investigating a problem with the pit belt beneath the 1 jaw crusher, employee tripped over a rock and fell to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15867,"employee jumped out of the bed of the company pick up truck near the mine office at the completion of his shift when he experienced pain in right knee. employee continued working until january 7, 2010 at which time he started missing work making this accident reportable.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15868,"employee was getting off of machine & the toe of his boot became caught on the track, he twisted his ankle. went to the dr. on 10/07/04, first day off was 10/08/04.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -15869,employee stated was replacing tailpiece skirts and was positioned on both knees for a period of time. when ee turned ee felt a pop in left knee. ee stated has a preexisting condition with this knee from an injury at home and has been seeing a physician for that injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15870,truck driver missed bottom step while getting out of truck causing a moderate ankle sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15871,placing empty barge under boom belt drip pans. climbed on drip pan to try to tie off barge. slid off drip pan & landed in barge.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -15872,"while timbering, employee was climbing down the ladder and fell from the ladder. reported back pain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15873,employee was stepping down onto the tub of a dragline and stepped on a foreign object resulting in a loss of balance and rolled his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15874,"ee was climbing the ladder of a dm45 ir drill toprepare drill for start up. he was in a hurry & lost his footing, falling backwards to the ground lading on right arm.resulted in a knot swellin g up just below right elbow",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15875,"stair was clean, employee was on his way to grease up a valve in silo #7. he slipped on one of the stair's step and fell down.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15876,ee was gathering bottom rollers in panel sb05 and loading them into mantrip. ee turned and hyperextended his right knee causing him to fall to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15877,stepped out of loader and felt sick and he said that he got dizzy and fell off 180 loader.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15878,"coming down off a slope at the tailings, employee's feet slipped out from underneath him. he lost his balance and fell backwards, while trying to brace himself, he out stretched his arms back. when he made contact with the ground he felt something pop in his left arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15879,ee was attempting to get into the 2017 s570 bobcat. while attempting to enter the bobcat ee stepped in the mouth of the bucket and grabbed a hold of the handles to pull self into the bobcat. while stepping up to the grates to enter the bobcat ee's left foot slipped on the mud which ee was standing on in the bobcat's bucket. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15880,"the miner was walking around the roof bolter when he twisted his left knee, afterwards he knelt down to clean out his dust box and could not straighten his leg when he tried to stand up.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15881,"doing a walk-around at beginning of shift and slipped on the ice, landing on elbow and shoulder. eventually received an mri and doctor issued restrictions on 5/2/19. employee currently on restrictive duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15882,employee was assisting in patching holes/cracks on top of the dragline. when he was walking across the roof he slipped and fell on a patch of ice next to the dry walkway.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15883,stepping off haul truck ladder onto ground causing pain in right leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15884,ee was starting to climb down the ladder of the 785b rock truck when he slipped and fell to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15885,"aggravation of an old injury that occuried on 3/24/00. faulty rung on ladder gave way under employee's weight, causing the employee to fall through the ladder. he received a bruise to this lower left leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15886,on 8/20 he was pulling a liner over a berm on cell #13 twisted his ankle. did not want to seek medical on 8/20 date of initial injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15887,injury was climbing up into the loader and hit the ladder with his left knee. he did not report the injury to us as a workplace injury until 05/26/09. this is a questionable work comp case because of conflicting information to the doctor and employer so is under investigation. i will update you when the case is denied or confirmed as a workplace injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15888,tripped on pile of dirt & fell spraining right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15889,"while shoveling debris from primary crusher, our employee slipped in mud. he caught himself with his right hand, causing pain and swelling of his thumb.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15890,employee reported twisted knee from stepping out of service truck on frozen ground on 1/29/2020. did not seek medical attention at that time. knee did not heal and medical evaluation was performed and employee was held out of service on 10/30/2020 due to medical restrictions on knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15891,employee was cutting some metal outside at the shop when he tripped and fell on his left elbow. he continued to work until he was off work with surgery on his elbow 08/08/2014.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15892,"the ee had parked the endloader next to diesel fueling station & was descending the outside ladder from cab when accident occurred. as ee was making his way to the ground, his rt foot slipped off ladder rung while his lt foot & hand were in motion causing his full body weight onto his rt shoulder & arm which was still clinging to ladder. ee quickly caught his footing & proceeded do",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15893,"while climbing down from the cab of a bulldozer, placed right foot on the step down bar, then lifted his left foot to step down onto ground when his right foot slipped between the step down and the tracks. he fell backward with his right leg caught straining right knee. treated at er, off work until further evaluation.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -15894,"re-setting plant after shot, was adjusting conveyer and lights. climbing down lower ladder (2 ftfrom ground) foot slipped between rungs, fell backward breaking lower leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -15895,"employee was dismounting equipment. when he stepped from the last step on the equipment to the ground, he stepped on a rock causing him to loose balance and falling to the ground. he tried to brake the fall by extending the right arm. the fall created damage in the shoulder area and it determined this month that outpatient surgery was needed. no lost time til surgery on 11/8/13.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15896,employee was stepping up on d10 dozer to check oil for starting of shift when ee twisted left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15897,"the injured ee was dragging a rock dust hose. while dragging the hose, the ee tripped over the hose. when ee fell to the ground ee struck ee's back on the track rail. incident occurred in the chutes area of sugar run. ee began missing work 3-21-22. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15898,"overhaul on primary crusher, employee was covering crusher with tarp when he slipped and fell into hole where crusher is to go.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15899,employee was walking around the roof bolter on the 1st east headgate slipped braced self with right arm on the coal rib injuring right shoulder. restricted duty. *amended to lost time as of 1/19/2017. employee has not returned to work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15900,"while stripping lines on a stockpile, an employee twisted their ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15901,employee was assisting maintenance splicing an above ground conveyor when he fell to the ground and broke his arm on a loose rock.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15902,"while walking bleeder entry with msha inspector on 12/10/13 glade taylors back gave out causing him to fall in some rocks. he felt it was caused by an accident he had earlier in the year,at this time he felt pain in neck and back his first day off was 12/11/13.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15903,"ee was attempting to start a recoil start air compressor when the recoil cord broke. he fell outof the truck in which the compressor was locatedinjuring his ribs, back and neck (bruised).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15904,employee was stepping up on tailpiece cat assembly and strained his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15905,employee was climbing down ladder in dryer room by bc-06 when the upright hand hold broke and ee fell about 6 feet. ee left wrist was sprained.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15906,carrying a return roller along 3n#2 beltline when stepped awkwardly on right foot resulting in a distal fibula fracture of right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15907,employee stepped in hole and twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15908,while pre-shifting #3 unit walking across stepped in hole causing pain to lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15909,2 other men helping employee jack tram up to get back on the track weh jack bar slipped out of the jack causing ee to trip and fall between track & rib & that's when he pulled something in his neck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15910,"climbing off shaker and lost foot hold, pulled a muscle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15911,ee was on tail piece & there was rock in rock box. he was going to try to get it out with a slate bar (but didn't). instead he stepped backwards and fell off of tail piece (was going to shut the belt off).,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15912,walking away from a piece of equipment employee stepped into a soft spot of dirt and twisted knee. emphasized to all employees at safety meeting to watch step on uneven ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15913,"during kiln shutdown, employee had been operating w-20 brick peeler inside cement kiln. he got off the machine and was walking around it when he slipped and wrenched his upper back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15914,employee was pulling rail out of mud when he twisted his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15915,sustained a contusion to left wrist and left hip due to falling from truck,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15916,"employee positioned himself on a jb long permissible jeep to ride to the end of the track, when the operator pulled out, ee fell off of the jeeponto the mine floor, injuring his back, became l ost time on 7/11/02.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15917,"ee carrying roof bolts to front of pinner, stumbled and fell into bolter. pin plate struck left forearm, causing a small laceration that required 5 stitches to close.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15918,employee tripped and fell while holding a 50-60 drill bit. injury result was lower lumbar strain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15919,ee slipped on the feeder of the crusher while crossing over it to prep the side plates for repair.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15920,"at end of shift, ee was waiting at shaft bottom for a ride out. he noticed a pain & discomfort in his right foot. the ee continued to woprk his regular schedule. on 3-1-02, he sought medical a ttention which determined he had a small bone fracture behind the big toe, right foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15921,"ee was stepping off the bed of utility truck to retrieve hardware for cutting edge for cat 992 fel. ee took a step to ee's rear left and tripped on a bucket tooth the ee had put on the ground, causing ee to fall to ee's rear left, fracturing ee's left wrist. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15922,employee tripped over the edge of the sidewalk in front of the mine office while coming back from the food truck and scraped knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15923,employee was walking on the screen side of the feeder (fd-127) to get an impact when ee's right foot slipped on a rock and ee's right foot went under the hopper on the feeder causing a fracture to 2nd and 3rd metatarsal bones on ee's right foot and a crush injury to the right foot/ankle/toes. started losing time on 1/24/2022.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15924,"ee cut the old cable and let it fall to the ground. ee then somehow got it wrapped around their leg and stepped on the other end. when ee started to walk, ee tripped self and fell to the ground/strain/sprain r shoulder. incident happened 4/7/21 clinic didn't change regular job duties then, ee wanted second opinion & went to new doc on 4/22/21 & was placed on restrictions and mri.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15925,"employee was walking at the bottom of the shaft and slipped, as he slipped he grabbed the screen wire to catch his balance, he strained his left hand ring finger in the mesh, he strained his left ring finger, he continued to work and on december 20th had it operated on, then came back to work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15926,employee was climbing onto a dozer to fuel it-it was full of snow and ice. ee slipped and hit right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15927,ee states that he tripped over stacked steel on the floor and fell into a pallet of steel causing a laceration to his left wrist,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15928,employee was leaning over to get something and fell on his knee cap,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15929,"while cleaning the windows on loader, the employee was outside the handrailing, attempting to step on the front fender. the employee misjudged the distance and slipped on the sloped part of the fender, falling to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15930,"the employee was coming back from getting unit 5 blow off sample. the area was flooded and as he stepped on the grating, the grating moved causing him to step in a ditch. the employee twisted his left knee and hot liquid splashed on the back of his left calf.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15931,"employee was walking on catwalk by kiln, and tripped over his own feet. he put out his hand to break his fall and broke bones in right hand and scraped face. employee was released to return to work with restrictions.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -15932,injured was walking down snow covered hill when his feet slipped out from under him. injured was diagnosed having a contused knee which required surgery. injured had knee surgery on 5/22/03.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -15933,"closing doors on coal railcar hopper, miner lost balance and twisted left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15934,"the injured employee was walking across the mill yard, stepped over a wash hose and slipped down.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15935,"employee went to step on ladder, gave way in loose ground and twisted knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15936,miner parked his forklift and dismounted onto an uneven surface and rolled his ankle spraining it. he stepped off the forklift facing away from it instead of facing it using three points of contact as he was trained to do.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15937,employee slipped and fell against side of boat. lacerated right leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15938,"employee was climbing down the ladder of the cat loader. when he reached the ground, employee stepped awkwardly on the dirt on the ground, rolling his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15939,"employee's knee gave out on him, he slipped and fell 2 steps to a lower landing on the steps at the load out. no defects were noted on the steps and employee stated there was no defects to the step.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15940,"ee was stepping down from cab of mack truck, when he slipped and sprained his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15941,"employee was standing on a supply trailer stacking concrete bags on a pallet when his right leg fell in the hole where the wheel rail is located. he fell off the trailer on his back with his leg hung in the hole, hurting his right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -15942,snow pack conditions employee slipped twisting his foot fell and broke fibula above right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15943,"ee lost his footing while stepping down off an isolation base from painting a piece of pipe, causing him to catch himself with his left wrist and bumping his left elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15944,the employee was taking a shortcut by walking across a rail yard in wet and muddy conditions. the employee slipped and fell to the same level resulting in an injury which required medical treatment.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15945,employee was climbing down a ladder when his footing slipped and jarred his back employee did not seek medical treatment until 10-17-01.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15946,crusher employee was getting out of boom truck and slipped on ice and fell. the result of the fall was a fibula fracture to his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15947,"twisted right knee. refused to go to doctor, swelling went away put pain persisted. sent to doctor on 10/15/14 for treatment.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15948,"while performing maintenance, employee stepped down off of the tail frame of the secondary cone supply conveyor. employee lost his grip on the handrail and fell approximatly 30"" on to the edge of a concrete block, fracturing his left hip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15949,"worker fell off front end loader and twisted knee, had knee repaired by surgery on 9-5-00. never lost any time up to this date.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15950,"ee was steering truck (in process of moving) when something broke loose from brakes, truck rolled a 85 deg & stopped at berm. ee jumped out causing back injury",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15951,"employee was walking down a set of wooden stairs at the overcast @ xc 29 in 5th south when the second from the top plank gave away and employee fell to the ground injuring left knee, right shoulder and neck.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15952,"worker was moving rebar with a fork lift. the load shifted while it was in transit. when the worker unstrapped the bars from the forks, the bars came off the forks. the load was approximately waist height. the worker was struck by the load and landed on a piece of angle stored nearby.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15953,"the employee was injured when he fell from a portable ladder. (ladder propped against conveyor belt. fell approx. 5-6', landed on concrete pad. laceration to head - 4 stitches & hand - 7 stitches. follow up appt. determined probable concussion.)",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15954,employee slipped and fell off the back of a maintenance truck. fractured right collarbone and sustained a concussion.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15955,"employee was standing by hydraulic support leg of 6' x 24' high frequency screen plant that was being loaded for transport. once the support pin hole was lined up, the employee attempted to put the pin in the hole. the employee slipped on icy ground (dirt/gravel) and got finger caught between the pin and the support foot pad as the hydraulic leg was raising. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -15956,victim was climbing outf a bobcat loader and slipped and scraped his leg on the loader bucket causing a bruised and scraped left shin.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15957,operator indicates that he slipped on top step when climbing to look into vacuum chamber. operator complained of pain in right shoulder. employee has been under doctor's care and it has been determined on 7/19/2006 that employee needs to be on restricted duty and therefore triggers recordability. was not considered a recordable until this date.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15958,"employee was standing on the deck of a tow/haul guiding a piece of equipment. he stepped backwards off the edge of the deck, falling about 5 feet to the ground. he was transported to the er where he was diagnosed with a concussion and transported to another hospital for further observation. released from hospital on 12/31/12 and referred to neurologist for release to work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15959,employee was walking to dozer and slipped on a patch of ice. this was not reported until 1/25/16 and workers' comp conducted an investigation. the claim was approved on 2/11/2016. employee missed three days with a lower back sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15960,"employee was attempting to move around the end of a rail car, when he slipped and fell striking his head on the rail car. height of fall was approx.3 ft. sutures required to close wound.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15961,ee was lifting a piece of wood off of the hopper and when he turned the wood caught onto the hopper and he lost his balance and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15962,"while fueling a loader, staged away from the quarry, fueler slipped on ladder attached to loader, falling to ground, injuring elbow. weather conditions were wet/rainy and fueler's gloves were wet, causing the fueler to lose his grip on the ladder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15963,operator was making a turn around for a load of prill. when he stepped out onto the top step of the bulk truck his foot slipped and he hit his back on the top step of the truck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15964,making pre-shift exam stepped in hole and twisted back. back became sore and stiff sought medical attention on 10/31/06. dr advised sitting work only. to follow up with doctor on 11/2/06.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15965,ladder was placed in rocky and unstable area. employee descending off ladder; ladder became unsteady causing him to fall off and hurt ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15966,it was a very cold (-27 degrees f) and frosty morning. the operator was going to dismount the excavator and when he grabbed the handrail his hand slipped off causing him to lose his balance an d fall to the ground. it was a fall of about 8' - 9'. he fell on his right side causing the damage to his pelvis and shoulder area.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15967,"employee was starting to enter the hole area for the 7' pipe, when employee stepped on ice and fell backwards onto the ground. as a result of the fall, employee broke ee's left femur at ee's hip joint, which required surgery to correct. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15968,"ee was assisting with screen cloth replacement on #4 roter screener. when she prepared to exit the screener her foot slipped off the guard she was standing on. she grabbed the frame support ca ble with her right arm and fell 33"" while holding cable, pulling ligaments in her right arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15969,employee tripped in loose rockdust & rocks at no.7 seal at 7-4 project & hurt his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15970,"ee was getting on the bobcat to load supplies when his foot slipped, causing him to twist his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15971,"employee was exiting #2 rod shack to check on a feed belt. she tripped, hitting her elbow on a handrail and cutting her knee on the grating.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15972,the employee was pulling on the lever that moves the points of the rails on the railroad switch. employee's right hand slipped off the lever and caused him to lose his balance. he fell backward and landed on his left hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15973,"the employee slipped while descending a loader and pulled shoulder muscle. ee did not receive medical treatment at the time. the employee later went through shoulder surgery, which made the injury reportable. we are meeting the 10 day msha requirement. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15974,injured ee did not follow proper procedure and leave battery box on the ground. instead he elevated the battery box with a forklift and tripped and fell and damaged his right leg and /or right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15975,"miner was exiting bed of lube truck, took hand off ladder to flip a hose out of way and lost balance & fell approximately 30 inches to ground landing awkwardly and left ankle, causing a sprain",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15976,"employee stated that track cleaner came off track. he went back to locate a tie and when walking back with it, he lost his balance causing him to start to fall. when starting to fall, he grabbed for a coal car and in doing so he strained his right shoulder. due to this employee's work schedule this accident was not determined to be lost time until 11-9-04.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15977,"while showing skip separation in left outside rear tire, he tripped over chock block, hitting right lower leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15978,employee slipped on the ice and hurt his right arm on 2/12/07. on 3/19/07 he swung a hammer and arm started hurting again so he went to the doctor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15979,"ee had started his shift at 500 am and had walked into the diesel shop to see if the d-9r dozer that he operates had been repaired. the dozer had been down due to engine problems. he stepped u p on one of the track assemblies, to look at theengine, when he lost his balance and fell. when he fell his right rib cage struck the dozer blades push-arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15980,"did not start losing time until 8/19/10. date of surgery. crossing belt, slipped and grabbed chain and jerked his shoulder. did not start losing time until 8/19/10",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15981,on 01-14-00 employee reported that he fell at a floor drain and stated that he was not injured. he continued to work regular until 02-18-00 when he informed management that he was experiencing knee and back pain from the 01-14-00 incident. went to doctor 03-02-00 did not take off week as doctor suggested. this employee had previous non work related injury and company waiting on pos,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15982,"the employee (a mine examiner) states he was walking on the back side of the 4th north belt when he tripped over a water line coupling, fell, and struck his forehead against the belt structure. the injury required 12 sutures.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15983,"while doing maintenance on 990 cat front end loader, employee slipped on ice and fell down the stairs on back of loader hitting head and fracturing right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15984,"ee stated he was working on a shield, he slipped and fell landing on his right arm and ribs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15985,the employee was exiting a battery powered scoop. he slipped due to mud on his boots landing on his hand dislocating his thumb.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -15986,"on 6/11/2016, an employee was walking under the cell line when ee slipped and began to fall. ee grabbed onto a pole and caught self before ee hit the ground. on 6/12/2016, the employee returned to the clinic with continual pain and was given work restrictions.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15987,"fell off ladder, back injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -15988,"coming down ladder of haul truck to step on ground an felt ""tear"" in abdomen at location of previous non work related surgery.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15989,employee states that after loading a hole he turned to load the next one and stepped in a rut made by a truck. he felt pain in his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15990,ee slipped while walking down slope. strained left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -15991,"employee climbed on track of track hoe to show mechanic blown hose. was getting off and slipped and fell about 3 ft. to ground, landing on un-crushed lime rock hurting right leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15992,employee was descending stairs when they missed bottom step causing them to fall and fracture right foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -15993,employee was getting down and the step broke. employee fell to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -15994,employee was stepping down from servicing the radiator of the dozer. he possibly slipped and the nozzle for the windshield washer penetrated his skin resulting in a laceration on his left arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15995,"he was putting fuel into the manlift, and as he began to climb on from the forward side his foot slipped off the frame causing him to fall and landed on his right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15996,"while mounting backhoe, employee lost his footing and stepped back to the ground. when he did, his right foot was in pain. he went to emt and then to er.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -15997,"the ee was standing on a timber (8' x 4' x 4"") and unloading others, he slipped and fell striking his right wrist forearm and elbow against the side of the scoop bucket.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15998,employee was climbing down from a forklift when he slipped in the mud. this caused him to loose his grip and hit the forklift with his side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -15999,truck driver was outside his truck walking and tripped and fell to his elbows while on loose rocks and gravel and bruised his elbows and right hand. he did not seek medical treatment at the time as he felt it was just a bruise. on 3-1-07 he still felt pain and went to doctor and x-rays revealed navicular fracture r hand/wrist and elbow contusion. driver now on restricted duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16000,"ee was refueling a 990 cat loader. when finished, ee stepped down from the access ladder onto a 5"" by 5"" rock, lost ee's balance and fell down. ee sustained bruising, swelling and abrasions to ee's right knee, forearm and wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16001,"ee was using a 3/4"" ratchet drive to tighten flange bolts on dredge shell. ee attempted to put all his weight on handle by picking his feet up off the ground. the drive gears slipped causing ee to fall to the ground in a tucked position. initial complaint was foot pain and over the next few days and weeks his back began to hurt.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16002,the employee was stepping over the forks on the forklift and sprained his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16003,a mechanic was walking around a piece of equipment. slipped and fell on the ice and injured knee. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16004,employee was walking on the bench area when they lost their footing on loose material. the right knee struck a rock causing a laceration that required eight stitches. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16005,"employee was stepping out of van, there was a skiff of snow covering some ice; he slipped on the ice. he had just returned on12/20/04 full duty from right knee replacement surgery. x-rays taken at nnrh er showed no problems with knee. diagnosed with strain, knee was wrapped with ace and given crutches. follow up with orthopedic surgeon on 01/05/05 @ 9:45 am.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16006,the injured slipped on the operator's platform of a jumbo drill striking his knee. the injury was initially reported as a first aid to his supervisor and two days later he went to the emergency room. diagnosed with a blood clot on his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16007,"climbing into rock truck, slipped, landed on left foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16008,"employee was climbing a ladder to an elevated platform, he missed a step and hit his right knee. this resulted in four stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16009,injured was walking down the east steps between the 4th & 3rd floors. when he stepped on the concrete slab that is midway between the floors hisfeet slipped out from under him and he fell. he thought the floor was wet but it was covered with a layer of ice. he tried to catch himself withhis arm. he fractured his right distal radius.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16010,"as he was descending loader, foot slipped, fell approx 4 ft tried to catch himself with left hand, sprained left hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16011,emp was climbing off of jaw crusher and got foot caught in post suppression hose turning ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -16012,"ee was pulling a torch cart, slipped and fell backwards, cart fell on left leg, twisting knee and hip. ee did not report until 11-17-00, went to dr and was placed on light duty, sprain to knee .",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by... NEC -16013,employee was handling a steel plate when employee slipped and lost control of the plate and caught a finger between the plate and the deck of the dredge.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -16014,freezing rain and cold condition contributed to the incident. while walking toward pump to fuel unit in pit. slipped due to freezing rain injuring left hand. employee taking for treatment and was diagnosed with a hairline fracture of the left hand and is on restricted duty till further notice ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16015,"ee was standing on a 4' step ladder while plastering a brattice. as he was doing so, he slipped and fell off the ladder, striking his head on the brattice, causing a laceration that had to be closed with sutures.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16016,"employee tripped on a small gravel pile and fell, resulting in a fractured bone in his left hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16017,injured employee was walking back to the operator shack after attempting to unfreeze a flow valve on the water pump. as he was walking back he attempted to step over a cable when his right foot got hung and he fell foward landing on his right elbow. resulting in a fracture right elbow,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16018,"while collecting qc samples, miner tripped on a nut/bolt protruding on walking surface. miner fell (same level) forward and tried to catch himself with right arm, injuring right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16019,"employee was shoveling at the seal area. as ee twisted to empty shovel, ee lost footing, twisted knee and fell backwards. it did not involve any equipment or compliance issues. it also did not involve job skills, proficiency, training, ppe or protective devices. **employee began missing work on 4/30/2019**",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16020,"ee was exiting r-motor, he placed his right foot on the step and when he swung his left leg around he lost his balance and fell to the floor. he felt something snap in the right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16021,ee was walking around feeder and tripped on feeder cable hitting his forearm on the feeder. injury resulted in application of sling. this report is being generated under protest to terminate citation #9006094.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16022,"the injured stated that he and another employee were cleaning the raw coal bin. the coal fell down, and the employee leaned back to catch his balance. he fell, striking his tailbone and lower back. he did not begin missing work until 9/16/2010.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16023,ee was walking along the stacker belt observing idlers & skirting. he slipped on loose material on walkway & grabbed handrail to catch himself. in september he started to experience pain & num ness in his right arm & shoulder. he did not seecompany doctor until 10/10/00. he was referred to a neurologist who prescribed physical therapy on 10/16/00.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16024,employee slid off the side of a belt tube and twisted his ankle. he was attempting to line up a seam in the tube so a connection could be made with the band clamp.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16025,ee was climbing down the back of a ladder on a loader when he missed the bottom step and fell to the concrete floor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16026,employee went to check juice rails on bridge crane. started going down stairs at west end of access stairs. twisted right ankle on clinker buildup on side of step.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16027,"employee was walking in front of a rimpull haulage truck, when he slipped he grapped the front bumper hitch that had a sharp metal burr which cut through his leather glove and cut the tip of his right index finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -16028,employee was stepping down out of the back of his welding truck and stepped on a rock and lost his balance and fell. he landed on his left wrist causing a fracture of the left wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16029,ee was assisting the removal of structure to gain proccess to a fall that occurred off of the #1 section. while loading the top structure. he lost his balance and fell against a piece of struc ture. he continued working and completed an accident report on the end of his shift.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16030,ee slipped while exiting a cat 980 end loader and caught self with the right hand causing a tear of the left bicep. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16031,ee was exiting a skid loader and when ee was close to the bottom and stepping down ee's anchor foot slipped and ee fell forward towards to ground. as ee hit the ground ee tripped over the track on the skid loader causing ee's knee to pop and ee fell to the ground. first aid was administered onsite. ee notified hr that ee wanted to seek medical attention on 3-26-18. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16032,"employee was working in storage yard. he stepped over clinker reclaimer rail and slipped on clinker balls, falling on his back. doctor's have removed him from the work place until next visit, on 7/5/02.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16033,employee was helping another empployee roll a piece of channel iron over when his right foot slipped causing pain in his knee. the doctor has put his knee in an immobilizing knee brace which made this injury recordable.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16034,ee's were replacing a beltline idler when there was a call for ert members.1 went to loadout to relieve ert member.other went down the beltline for truck.30? from the portal he turned to see if he had lost tools from his pockets.he stumbled and fell.uni-strut material used as beltline walkway cut his knee requiring nine stitches.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16035,reported accident but did not seek medical attention. requested medical attention on 11/23/2010. no treatment. 12/1/2010 physical therapy was prescribed by doctor for strained shoulder muscle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16036,injured felt pain in his back when picking up a stopping block. this caused him to lose his balance and fall from a short 3 and 1/2 foot high scaffold.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -16037,"while installing a roof bolt, he tripped and fell against the atrs. (straining his shoulder) **started missing 03/29/2016**",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16038,climbed on top of bolt machine to get a bundle of plates. when he started to gwet down he stepped on a bit bucket & felloff of the machine & landed on a rock.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16039,lost his balance while manually positioning a drum for a barrel grab and fell from a flatbed trailer.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16040,"ee was on scaffold helping change bearing when scaffold collapsed. ee fell ~5'. a de-energized wire caught him under his left armpit, breaking his fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -16041,miner cleaning windows on haul truck. he slipped on a truck step and twisted his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16042,"employee was having a diabetic attack and he tried to climb out of his scraper that was parked, to get his lunch pale off the loader he was pareked next to. he ended up falling from the scaper onto the ground and out the back right side of his head open. he was taken to e.r. where he received stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16043,climbing down ladder when foot slipped on third rung from the bottom falling approx. 3 feet to the ground. fell on piece channel iron causing small laceration to back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16044,"while pouring a concrete slab, he slipped in wet cement. as he tried to catch himself from slipping, he struck his right hand against the rebar mat on slab. he continued working rest of day to end of his shift and return to work on 4/7/08.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16045,"individual was walking along the section power center when he tripped on a loading machine cable lying on the mine floor. the left foot caught the cable and the right foot rolled and twisted when attempting to regain balance when falling against rib and floor, sprained ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16046,"ee was trying to unhook a cable trailer from his pickup. he was jumping up and down on the bumper of his truck when it came undone from the pickup, striking him and tossing him into the air (approx 4 ft) and over the trailer. he landed on his back and shoulder on the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16047,"after tagging in underground, miner turned to walk away when he tripped over a cooler/lunch container.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16048,stepping down from dozer and fell thus landing on his shoulder,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16049,"ee stated while carrying a box of powder his foot got stuck in the mud. when he attempted to pull free, he fell & twisted his back. a doctor placed him on light duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16050,"while an employee was loading the anfo rig, he slipped and lost his balance. as the employee went to catch himself he bent his wrist backwards.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16051,employee stated that ee was helping the bolt crew tram up a ramp being used to cut a belt channel. ee reached to pull the cable out of the way so they could back up. while doing so ee slipped on a pile of rocks on the incline and put left hand out to catch self when hand came in contact with a jagged pizza pan on a rib bolt causing a laceration. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16052,employee stepped up on loader; his foot slipped off of step and he fell into corner of door with right arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16053,"employee on top of cm cleaning off rock when he slipped, caught himself with arm against rib.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16054,"ee conducting sampling in pit at oak hill mine (uneven work surface with loose material), slipped rolled right ankle & fell on lft hip. appears to be a hematoma to lft hip on 7/21/16 received diagnosis of hairline fracture to rgt. ankle. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16055,"following a 5.8 earthquake at 1:51pm the dry plant had a lot of dust fall from the rafters & visibility was low. ee was hurrying down a flight of stairs in the excitement & low visibility from the dust, he missed a step & when his foot hit the floor he felt a slight pain in his back. at home his back worsened & he was taken to the doctor & diagnosed with a back sprain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16056,employee was walking down ramp when employee slipped and fell injuring left shoulder and wrist. on 12/7/2017 pt was ordered for physical therapy due to shoulder strain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16057,"while walking to parking lot at shift change, slipped on ice & hit his head. follow up was on 1/06/06, dr. gave employee a shot in his neck to help with the pain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16058,"ee was coming off the d-11 dozer, hung his foot in the catwalk and fell. sprained his foot and back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16059,"walking from one location to another. while walking down a ramp, he fell on mill balls covered by dust. his back is sore and did not seek treatment until may 14, 2004.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16060,employee tripped and fell on his right side as he stepped from a ladder onto a granite block.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16061,ee was walking on quarry floor and slipped.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16062,"ee was replacing bad bolts in the sb-920. he was using an air impact to tighten new bolts, while in the process of tightening a bolt an old bolt popped loose hitting him on his right ear. when the bolt hit him on the ear he lost his footing and tried to catch himself with his left arm. he said when he caught himself he twisted his left arm and wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16063,employee was stepping up on a ledge when his foot slipped causing him to scrape his right forearm on the edge of the ledge.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16064,the employee was dismounting a haulpack truck. the distance from the bottom rung of the ladder to the ground was greater than he anticipated and he twisted his foot when he came in contact with the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16065,"repairman was working with two other repairmen to splice the feed conveyor to the tertiary screens during a scheduled shutdown. while searching for an available 110vac receptacle to plug his t ools into, ee lost his balance and fell into the tail pulley guard causing contusions to his right hip and back. returned to regular duties on 2-23-02 following one required day of rest.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16066,ee was replacing rings on underside of tank car when he slipped & lost his footing. ee used hands to cushion fall & right hand contacted a bolt used to anchor the platform to the concrete pad. contact resulted in a tear between his right thumb and index finger. ee was taken to er where he received 6 sutures & a tetanus shot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16067,"employee was drilling on block when one end of block fell 18"" with him on top. employee did not fall off the block but he did fall onto a bucket of tools, when his feet slipped out from under him.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16068,ee was pushing large rock off cont miner when rock broke causing ee to lose his balance and fall against sharp edge of rock causing ee to cut neck requiring 11 stitches.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16069,"employee exiting vehicle when foot slipped in snow and fell to ground, injuring left shoulder. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16070,employee was getting in the back of a mechanics truck to fuel an air compressor when he slipped and fell twisting his left knee in the process,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16071,"getting out of dump truck, driver slipped on steps and fell to ground hitting his left hip. steps were wet due to rain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16072,"9 left longwall ee was on #6 shield, when left foot slipped off while his head was being pushed off. his left foot was caught between the relaybar and the jack base.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -16073,"ladder was leaned against a 20 ft wall. ladder should have been leveled and tied off before worker attempted a small drill hole near the top. ladder slipped, and worker fell. broken both wrists/arm, finger, impact left elbow, left knee, left shoulder, and ribs. face injury, teeth.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16074,employee was checking srld around the bottom area of the service shaft when ee stepped in a hole and twisted right knee. employee did not start missing time from this injury until 08/19/2016.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16075,"snowing heavily, fell in parking lot on snow/ice.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16076,"employee was getting out of truck to get weight ticket and slipped on gravel, employee grabbed a piece of pipe that was sticking out of the ground in an attempt to arrest fall. ee suffered a cut to the palm of left hand resulting in receiving 9 stitches. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16077,driver had to stop on hill in doing so driver got truck out of bear then jump from truck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16078,ee was greasing a bulldozer and lost footing on the track on which he was standing. the tracks had wet clay and he slipped when greasing the machine. his hard hat came off and his head hit the machine putting a small cut on the top of his head.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16079,"welder/mechanic climbed ladder to assist mine mechanic in pulling the padlock into place to be pinned. he was wearing a full body harness with landyard, but failed to tie off. he slipped and fell off the dipper.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16080,employee had just finished fueling up equipment and while getting down from the fuel tank he slipped and hit his knee on the top step. the area was muddy where he was working.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16081,walking to the truck from the load out area when ee tripped over a mesh screen and fell.2,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16082,injured was standing on flat car working on rock duster when he slipped and fell on lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16083,"the ee was walking down the steps on the back side of the plant between the 3rd and 4th floor. the injured slipped, and ee's left boot tip got caught on the step. the ee strained left knee. began missing work on 1/7/21. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16084,"ee was descending ladder from elevated loading platform to top of tanker trailer to close hatches so trucker could pressurize the trailer. safety lanyard caught on rough spot on handrail causi ng ee to be jerked causing him to loose balance.attempting to regain balance ee extended foot out & into open hatch of trailer. the shin of righleg struck edge of hatch. wound cleanded, stapl",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16085,"employee was carrying parts into a storage building when he slipped on some mud, straining his lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16086,"employee was exiting front-end loader using the permanent ladder stairway and handrails on the equipment when his foot slipped on the second step. employee fell to the ground backwards, using his right arm to control the fall. employee suffered a compound fracture of his lower right arm upon landing on the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16087,"while walking to ee's dozer employee tripped over ee's feet, hitting the bottom of the manlift with ee's left arm. the date of the incident the employees arm was x-rayed and no fracture was reported. on 8/31 an additional ct scan was performed, which now has reported a fracture. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16088,"ee was leaving site at end of shift, stepped off step and felt pop in left foot. saw doctor 07/31/15, diagnosed with strain, given a boot to wear and released to full duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16089,"ee was climbing down a scaffold, his foot slipped and he grabbed the scaffold to hang on. the scaffold came apart and swung him off, he fell 6-7'. first medical trmt. 3/12/02.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -16090,"employee (electrician) was working on rail scale project and was moving a piece of conduit. he slipped on snow and fell into an 18"" trench, causing soreness to his left ankle and calf. diagnosed with sprain/strain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16091,"employee was attempting to climb a ladder to maintain a jaw crusher. when ee stepped on the third rung of the ladder, the ladder twisted causing the employee to lose balance and fall to the ground. the employee put out left hand to try to catch self, and hurt left wrist when ee impacted the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16092,employee stepped off the dozer while performing work and twisted their ankle. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16093,while walking to a mcc room the miner slipped and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16094,"employee stated that he was standing on a rock nailing the line curtain to the rib in preparation to scoop and rockdust the place, when he slipped off the rock and fell striking his right knee on the mine floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16095,"ee stated that he was drilling a hole to put a board against the mine roof, when the rock binder rolled out, causing the vetilation tubing to fall and strike the injured ee and knocked him to the mine floor. ee suffered bruised ribs as a result of the incident.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16096,conditions were clear & cold w/below freezing temps @27 degrees. subject reached overhead to pull slack out of come-a-long and his footing slipped and fell backwards with hard hat falling off. as come-a-long came unattached hitting subject in head.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by... NEC -16097,"employee was dismounting backhoe, when he stepped down from track his ankle popped. he went to the doctor, doctor put his leg in an air splint cast. says it is severely strained.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16098,"trying to put air filter cap back on from the right tire, he slipped off tire to the ground landing on right hip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16099,employee was using a garden hose to water down the area around the scales to keep the dust down. she stepped down a slight incline and slipped. she fractured her ankle when she slipped.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16100,"employee states while standing on a ladder topping off some cribbing, he lost his balance on the ladder. as the ladder fell sideways, the employee jumped off, landing on the ground and spraining his right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16101,"pump barge float floor, employee's feet slipped",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16102,"after performing routine pump maintenance activities, the employee fell. the grade was level but the soil was loose from recent excavations.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16103,walking down longwall face carrying cable he slipped and felt pain in lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16104,"employee was walking in mechanic shop and tripped on torch lead, resulting in fracture to right hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16105,ee was walking on uneven ground and twisted knee. subsequent visit to physician returned to full duty. ee had outpatient surgery on 1/6/05. ee worked full duty until surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16106,"a truck driver from beamer trucking came in to get a load of stone. after loading, he fell off his truck and hit his head. he was transported to the hospital where he was treated with 1 staple. this injury was not life dangering and the driver was released that day. i contacted the trucking company on 9-17-08 & they said the driver was in great shape.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16107,employee came in contact with a damaged area in the angle bolter cable and suffered an electrical shock which caused to fall to the ground catching self with right hand. causing a fractured bone in right arm,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16108,"while employee was dismounting a grader his foot became hung in the last step of the chain steps resulting in a fall to the ground. he was facing away from the machine when he dismounted. his injuries included a massive bruise on his upper leg, several superficial scrapes on his elbow and a couple small fractures in his pelvis bone.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16109,"released back to work with a ""sitting only"" restriction. tem 8f. pit excavator drove fuel truck to machine in pit bottom & park the truck. exited to chock the rear wheels. ee's right foot slipped on an ice puddle ee caught ee's full weight on ee's left foot. ee experienced pain in ee's ankle. rmh/sentara corp health determined ee's injury to be achilles tendon entesopathy.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16110,"employee was putting new pipe line on the back of dredge, slipped and fell on pontoon, dislocating right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16111,employee walking on a catwalk tripped over piping running along side of catwalk grating floor impacting stomach with a water line valve at handrail level.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16112,"worker was lifting and carrying a piece of stone to be stacked on a pallet when he lost his balance and fell on his right side causing a strain. no lost time, reassigned to restricted duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16113,employee was carrying a come-along up the catwalk to change out the discharge lip on the 5 ?' crusher and rolled his foot on some loose material.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16114,"miner was descending ladder on cat 777 water truck being used for plant washout. miner contacted the last rung ""on"" the heel portion of boot and didn't have rung locked ""in front"" of heel. foot slipped through ladder causing miner to twist and fall striking left face, arm, and shoulder on ground. this resulted in several lacerations and abrasions. 1 requiring stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16115,"employee was moving grate when tripped over grate on to left wrist, employee became a lost time injury due to this accident.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16116,stepped out of ladder and twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16117,"walking to calciner to seal hoppers and stepped on a patch of ice, falling and hitting right elbow on concrete causing pain and contusion later.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16118,"employee was performing maintenance to adjust belt scraper, and he slipped with his left leg striking steel sideboard of chute causing pain and a cut on back of his leg behind the left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16119,"ee fell off of overcast when he lost his balance in a high velocity of air, resulting in rib fractures.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16120,night shift started 3-21-2022 shift end 3-22-2022. slipped while climbing down from tracked dozer last step slipped and went to ground with body.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16121,"employee walking to pit area to check pump, slipped on ice covered ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16122,"miner was mounting dozer for beginning of work day. while standing on the track of the dozer, the miners foot slid off of the track causing the miner to fall, striking lower left back on the bottom step of the dozer. miner was taken to er and was diagnosed with a lumbar transverse fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16123,"got off of loader to walk around front of loader bucket, tripped over bucket tooth falling flat and landing on wrist",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16124,"the ee was installing roof bolts in the 1st cut that had been taken out of the no. 3 left crosscut. as the ee began walking to the head of the bolter from the tram station, he stepped upon a step up in the mine floor. as he stepped upon the 4"" step up his foot slipped off and the ee twisted and hyperextended his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16125,ee parked his supply truck along side a cat 777 hauler to weld a hand rail ont he hauler and as he was on his supply truck he losted his footing and fell to the ground approx. 6 to 7 feet.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16126,two employees were arguing when one pushed the other and one fell injuring his shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16127,"employee was inspecting the #4 kiln pinion gear. he stepped from one level of concrete to a lower level, planted his foot wrong twisting his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16128,employee fell from back of pickup onto brick which ee was unloading. landed on forearm/elbow jamming shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16129,"climbing out of excavator, he slipped on trax twisting his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16130,"employee was working on a tracking node for the tracking system. ee was standing on a 4 wheeler to perform the work. ee lost footing and fell off it. hurt back, right arm and right leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16131,"while dismojnting from his bulldozer, the injury hit his elbow on a handrail and bruised it.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16132,while performing inspection of the wash plant the employee stepped around the oil pump filtering unit located between the classifiers and struck a handle of an electrical disconnect chipping a tooth.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16133,"ee injured left shin while transferring a 3"" pump from the bank to the work barge. the bank began to cave & ee lunged to the work barge. ee's left shin scraped the edge of the barge. 1st aid was administered & ee returned to normal duties. on 6/4/04 ee & management felt infection was setting in. on 6/8 ee went to dr & rx was given. returned to regular duty. 6/11/04 saw specialist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16134,ee pulling on blown hyd hose and slipped and fell. ee felt pain in right shoulder and arm. ee placed on restricted duty and released following week back to full duty. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16135,ee was walking through mud and twisted ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16136,"the individual was dismounting the dragline when he slipped on the handrail and bent his finger back. when he was injured the dr. tried to keep his finger imobile so surgery would not be requi red, however it did not get better so on a scheduled day off he had surgery on the finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16137,"while carrying wooden planks down a set of stairs, an employee lost her footing and fell on the stairs. as a result, the employee felt pain in the lower portion of her back. she continued to work until 6/30. on 7/1 the employee underwent an mri. 7/6 the employee was directed to stay off work until further tests can be carried out which are scheduled on aug 6.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16138,employee stated he was walking by the lamp house and tripped he tried to catch himself and his knee gave out.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16139,ee was walking uphill in a covering of snow. she slipped and fell breaking her left wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16140,"coverall pant leg caught on the engine causing ee to lose balance and fall. ee grabbed a rail in the engine compartment, cut his little fingeron the right hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16141,walking up the stiarway when right ankle rolled as he started to put weight on that foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16142,"employee was on top of a pneumatic trailer, working with lid number 2, when he fell off the trailer and landed on the ground. he sustained 3 broken ribs (left rear) and a broken left thumb.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16143,"our maintenance mechanic was doing pre-operational inspection and preventative maintenance on a hitachi eh 1100-5 haul truck on the morning of wednesday, april 19, 2017. as ee was exiting the equipment ee slipped on the bottom step and fell to the ground. landing on right side causing pain to this area. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16144,"employee slipped and fell while holding drill, sprained left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16145,"ee was walking through the plant and stumbled over a welding cable, twisting his ankle. employerwas not notified until 3 days later on 12-5-02 and safety dept. was not made aware until 12-12- 02 of injury",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16146,"dismounting water wagon-missed bottom step, fell to ground, left knee injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16147,"examining section, stepped into a hole and twisted left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16148,employee was rolling up electrical cord. he tripped and fell. he began experiencing pain in his left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16149,"ee was walking down stairs slippe don wet step, fell backwards striking back against stair.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16150,employee unhooked from south side to move around hopper to north side & stepped off railcar falling to the ground head first.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16151,miner slipped/fell on uneven ground. fractured bone in hand used to brace the fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16152,"employee was given restrictions on 11/5/18 making this an msha reportable. employee felt discomfort in the left knee while turning body and lost balance. when falling, employee struck the lower part of the left thumb on a grinding ball. employee reported both knee and thumb pain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16153,injured was performing pre-operational check of front end loader when he slipped on ice freezing rain and twisted his knee. did not become reportable until 8-22-01 when he started to miss work due to surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16154,his fall was from top of fuel storage tank on the grease truck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16155,employee had been loading dirt from stockpile that is hauled in from offsite. employee got out of machine to check cleanliness of bucket. employee was climbing steps to enter cab of wheel loader when hand slipped from hand railing. employee fell backward landing on ground. employee sustained broken ribs from fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16156,employee was fueling grader when he slipped and fell from grader and broke his left arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16157,employee was exiting parked personal vehicle in the employee parking lot when employee slipped on ice. the employee suffered a fracture to leg when employee fell on the ice. employee had not yet reported for work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16158,employee was mounting the first step on a haul truck when his left hand slipped off the handrail and he pivoted to the right and fell to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16159,"carrying a screw jack on his shoulder, stepped into a rut and felt left knee pop. this was orignally a first aid injury. injured continued to work until 1-6-04.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16160,employee got out of vehicle and attempted to step over a pile of snow and lost footing and fell down. the fall resulted in contusions to knees and chest. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16161,"employee was fixing belt wipe on a conveyor, feeding the conveyor he was standing on. tools slipped and employee fell backwards off the conveyor, on to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16162,ee twisted knee when he slipped in the mud.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16163,"reportable only due to sutures - employee was walking making a belt roller list when employee slipped and grabbed the frame to keep from falling, resulting in a laceration to right thumb requiring sutures.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16164,employee tripped on raised forks of forklift.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16165,"employee was standing on a 988 front end loader between the bucket and loader arm standing on the links. employee stepped back to observe employee's work and fell off the machine, injuring midback/ribs. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16166,"ee was operating a 777c rock truck. he got out of truck & walked to the back of truck to check suspension cylinder. the ground was snow covered & frozen, his feet slipped & he fell on his righ t shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16167,"ee was working on a pump, he slipped and fell striking his head on a piece of conduit.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16168,"ee was helping pull cars to move to the next hole. he was throwing a loop of cable, he then slipped and caught his anked between drifting car pin and pusher jack.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -16169,the man was walking in the section near the feeder when he slipped and fell injuring his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16170,when exiting the loader he slip on the wet step and strained his arm. this did not become reportable until 4/20/2010 when surgery was done on his arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16171,"on 1/25/18, ee was cleaning feeder tube and twisted knee when ee stepped up onto a flange. this incident became reportable due to lost time as a result of knee surgery performed on 7/5/18.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16172,entering cab of wheel loader and foot slipped off of step. the slip caused him to bruise his thigh. the swelling was of concern so he went to see a doctor to make sure everything was ok.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16173,"employee was attempting to fuel a diesel welder that is mounted on a truck, when he slipped and fell off the truck, striking a waste fuel barrel that was sitting by the fuel station. employee sustained two fractured ribs on his left backside.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16174,employees was walking near screen plant bag house and slipped in mud,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16175,employee working at crusher was walking along the belt line when he tripped over a piece of iron that was laying on the ground. the employee fell into the frame of the conveyor striking his face on the side of the frame.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16176,"conveyor wet from rain. employee walked on conveyor and slipped and fell, landing on butt.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16177,"employee was unloading baker test equipment from back of ford pick-up truck. employee set the unit on the ground. employee lifted unit with right hand and started toward finish mill hydraulic room. as employee placed employee's right foot on concrete downward step, employee felt employee's right knee give way.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16178,"injured was carrying a 6"" flange weighing approzimately 11lbs down the strairway between the 5th and 6th floor when his ankle gave out causing him to stumble striking his face against the handrail. injured was transported to the hospital where he was treated for a laceration above his left cheek and eye.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16179,a belt mechanic had climbed upon the apron of #8b tailpiece to clean a water spray. as he was climbing down he grabbed a jack pipe for a hand hold and it came loose as he fell. he landed on his right shoulder causing severe pain. he was seen by orthopedic associates and taken off work on 02-25-2013 pending rotator cuff surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16180,"worker was looking up at other workers, stepped back, fell on tailbone and broke tailbone",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16181,slipped or fell from last step of track of metso lt105 or a step ladder nearby. assisted from the ground because ee could not support self on the right leg - right knee replacement in january 2020. ee was unsure if knee gave way or made a misstep from of the steps. there was no debris present. ee was worried about the knee implant. transported to er.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16182,icy parking lot,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16183,employee climbing on large rocks to check inventory. rock shifted and rolled causing loss of balance. employee fell to ground and he tried to catch himself with his right arm while falling. the fall caused a fractured wrist and elbow laceration. rock was size of small tote box.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from piled material -16184,ee was finished refueling excavator when he fellbreaking his rt. wrist and bruising his rt. hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16185,"while dusting # 10 entry of the 2nd sw with the # 1 battery scoop and slinger duster, the ie tripped over the front of the bucket. when he fell, he fell forward, and in the process of trying to catch himself, he strained his right shoulder. he continued to work with the pain, until he had surgery to repair a tear to his labrum on februuary 21, 2011.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16186,"he was unplugging the jaw conveyor about 5 p.m. and lost his balance and fell off. it did stated at one time that he jumped off. when he hit the ground he twisted his ankle. it did not hurt until the next morning, may 13, and was not reported until then.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16187,team member was exiting portable restroom and tripped on a support leg to a light plant. team member fell to the ground onto his hands and knees. did not seek medical treatment until 9/24/15. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16188,bottom kicked out on ladder setting on slope.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16189,"running to tunnel 7 to open feeder door, lost footing & twisted left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16190,"top started felling out as ee was drilling, went to step out of the way and fell backwards off platform landing on ee's back ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16191,"climbing ladder of loader, lost footing, face hit deck of loader chipping two front teeth",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16192,employee slipped on ice resulting in pain to his neck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16193,"employee was on the sand screw putting on rubber, it was lightly raining. ee slipped & hit his face & then landed on his right knee & hand. he broke 2 bones in his hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16194,employee was working on a machine and fell off about 8' while doing maintenance saddled a sheet of metal hurt groin area left side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16195,ee felt pain in his right shoulder after he slipped on wet belting and put his arm out to brace himself.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16196,"miner was walking from elevator to electric shop, tripped over rock in roadway and fell. note: did not begin missing work until 12/31/07.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16197,"employee was climbing onto loader, slipped and caught himself with his right arm. he reported to his supervisor but did not seek treatment. on 11/24/2009 he was diagnosed with a rotator cuff tear resulting from this incident. he was released to full duty pending surgery for rotator cuff repair on 12/17/2009.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16198,injured party got off of mantrip and was standing in mud when he tried to make a step. his feet stuck in the mud and he fell backwards straining his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16199,"walking across track tripped on rail, fell to mine floor, contusion to ribs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16200,"maintenance mechanic was in process of moving a furnace into firing position. as he was installing bolts, he lost his footing and fell 18' from the furnace platform to the ground. he was trans ported to e.r. by ambulance. he sustained multipule fractures and is still hospitalized, awaiting surgery.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -16201,employee attempted to lift vacuum hose while cleaning in the vicinity of 62bc10 conveyor inside the clinker building. employee was standing on a sloped surface with some loose clinker on the surface. employee lost balance and fell (same level) on his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16202,employee was walking down a stairway in the nixon fork mine's process mill facility. his heel slipped our from under him and he attempted to catch himself. his left hand ring finger became caught in a higher stair grating and the weight of the fall broke and dislocated the finger.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16203,miner was exiting out of fuel island storage area as he had done many times before. left knee strained and went out from him and he fell on his bottom. surface area was/is clean dry clutter free and clear visability outside were he fell. left knee has been weak from a 20 year ago injury. miner was wearing his support brace on left knee at the time of the fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16204,"employee was climbing on a stepladder propped against the #1 belt structure on the #1 belt slope. he was standing on the 2nd rung from the bottom approximately 18 inches off the ground, when the right foot of the ladder sunk in the mud. the ladder spun off the belt structure and the miner fell to the ground. he received contusions and abrasions to his right shoulder and arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16205,"employee was leaving a chute on the north stacker, when he slipped and hit his left hand, causing a fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16206,"employee was making mud flaps out of conveyor belting. he and another employee picke dupa mud flap, ee lost his balance he used his hand ot break his fall and injured left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16207,after hooking up the cable to the channel the employee fell and struck his head.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16208,"stepped on a metal guard, it gave way and he slipped and fell 4 feet to the ground and landed on his back on a plastic pipe.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16209,"ee was climbing a ladder to get to the top of a overcast, when the ladder began to tip over. he jumped from the ladder landing on his left ankle. he went to the doctor and x-rays revealed no fractures. ee started missing work on september 2 when he was diagnosed with ligament damage.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16210,employee walking and slipped and fell causing strain to cervical and lumbar area and concussion.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16211,"injured tripped over the miner cable and fell, twisting his right knee. this was originally a first aid injury. he began losing time on 11-26-03 for surgery.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16212,"jack was walking back to the loader, slipped and fell with his leg under him.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16213,ee stepped in mud and went to pull his foot out of mud and twisted his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16214,ee was dragging a small mantrip cable to power center to hookup his headlight got caught in a backup curtain & he slipped & fell twisting rt knee,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16215,"ee stepped in a hole and fell down, twisting his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16216,"lube technician was attempting to climb upon a d9n dozer to check it out and start it, had a slip and fall. there was no laceration to the face, he was just bruised.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16217,employee was pre-shifting lube truck. when employee exited the cab of the truck employee lost balance and fell to the ground. the fall resulted in a right shoulder contusion.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16218,employee slipped and strained lower back while climbing up the ladder of an cat excavator.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16219,"employee was responding to a fire at screen stone, he jumped out of the truck and grabbed two fire extinguishers, as he ran to the stairs he slipped in the mud and landed on his butt and back. incident was not reported until 11/06/2014 because at the time he felt no injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16220,"ee was closing railcar door. while reaching under car his right foot slipped through grate on hopper, causing him to fall foward. he hit face on door of railcar. cutting upper lip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16221,employee was pulling a dust hose through a man door & twisted his left foot. he was diagnosed with a stress fracture of his left 5th tarsal bone.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16222,stepped off forklift and stepped on uneven ground and right ankle twisted.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16223,"while crossing the screw at proper crossing, ee slipped on mud on stairs causing him to fall and twist his leg and his elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16224,walking on the refuse dam stepped into a hole and twisted his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16225,"a miner stepping down from the loader, in the last step of the ladder twisted an ankle (right foot) causing them to fall backwards (approx. 3 feet high) to the ground, the miner walked to the ehs office to informed what happened and informed that they have pain in the lower back, miner was referred to hr for documentation and sent to hospital for evaluation ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16226,employee was climbing down off conveyor belt & slipped twisting lt ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16227,"miner was standing on the drill tire & using a pry bar to move into position for repair work the cylinder of the drill boom. he lost his balance and fell to the mine floor, apx 4ft below.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16228,ee stated that he was getting off of d-7 dozer when he slipped and caught himself with left hand and in doing so. he strained his left shoulder. this was reported as a first aid injury and a r equest was made on 6-23-03 to have a dr examine it. he was returned to work on modified duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16229,haul truck operator was conducting pre-operational check when they slipped in the mud hurting their back. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16230,employee slipped getting something out of bed of truck and fell against a gear that was in the bed of the truck. impact broke skin.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16231,snow covered ice in parking lot. employee slipped while exiting vehicle and hyper-extended right shoulder when ee grabbed the vehicle door and caught self during fall. employee finished out shift and returned to work for next shift the following day. no er treatment ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16232,employee fell from deck next to the fuel tank on a d-10-t dozer while trying to retrieve a fire extinguisher.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16233,"leaving cooler room thru the west entrance door, slipped on ice. felt right groin pull. originally first aid. medical treatment not sought until 2/27/04.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16234,"putting water in tank, hoses blew off and knocked him back in to tank. his hand hit the ladder on tank and was broken.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16235,lost his footing coming down from top of motor. fell and caught himself with left hand causing his left thumb to be over-extended.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16236,employee stepped off the tailpiece and twisted his left knee. employee later required surgery and started missing 05-15-14.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16237,ee heard a change in kiln and hurried to correctthe problem before it shut off. ee tripped on top step next to #8 kiln and bruised lt. elbow. initially unreportable & became reportable due to dr. sending him to a neurologist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16238,employee twisted left knee while walking.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16239,walked down gabion belt catwalk to unstop gabion chute. picked up 8-lb. sledge hammer with right hand. attempted to step forward and down to metal box located at bottom of gabion chute and onto the gabion box ledge which is approx. 12 inches in width. stepped down approx. 8-10 inches onto the box ledge - left foot curled and twisted ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16240,injured started to step from the hood of a volvo truck onto a ladder. his feet slipped & he missed the step of the ladder causing him to fall to the ground & the ladder fell on top of him while he was installing tin to a shop building.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16241,ee was going around feeder and twisted knee(left).,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16242,ee was climbing ladder to patch a pipe on the 4th floor of the prep plant. his foot slipped on the ladder rung and he felt a pain in his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16243,"slipped off the bottom step on the truck, fell into a hole at the shot, fractured right fibula.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16244,"employee was walking across job site pad, the employee stepped wrong and sprained the right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16245,the employee tripped and fell striking his left knee against the section power center. the event resulted in a lost time injury to his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16246,ee slipped and fell as ee turned to close the door to ee's truck and hit ee's head on the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16247,"in the process of changing the sorting screen on the crusher, the ee lost hrs grip and slipped- he attemped to stop the screen from falling and pulled a muscle on his arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16248,employee was climbing the logwasher hopper when he hit his knee on a piece of angle iron. he injured his knee cap.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16249,"employee slipped and fell on the driver's side excavator track while cleaning the windshield. while falling, they grabbed onto the grab bar and hit the right lower back on the excavator track. injury consists of overextension of lower right back muscle, resulting from holding onto grab bar while falling and/or impact with track.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16250,"the employee went to unlock a control room door, when the rocks under his foot slipped out from under him and he hit his left knee on the cement pad.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16251,"employee was walking up a flight of stairs and tripped. as they reached out with left arm to grab the railing and felt a ""pop"" in the left shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16252,"was in thick mud 1/2 way to knee, when he went to step away from pump left foot was struck an he twisted and fell to right pulled groin muscle and twisted knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16253,the employee stated that he was walking down the steps located on the right side of the belt overcast when he rolled his left ankle resulting in a fracture.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16254,ee was walking down the steps in the wash plant and slipped. he tried to catch himself on the hand rail on the steps. he injured his right shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16255,employee was unselective carrying metal roof straps (roof-bolting supplies) haphazardly in the supply area outby working section when he tripped over metal roof straps that were lying on mine floor. employee fell down and injured his lower back as a result of tripping and falling.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16256,employee was walking backwards and tripped on a rock injuring his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16257,ee fell while cleaning bottom of thickner at the prep plant. he strained his left shoulder in the process. ee started missing work on 9/10/07 due to left shoulder pain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16258,"while bending over to cut the strapping on a pallet, the miner's footing slipped causing ee to stab self in the leg with a pocket knife.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by... NEC -16259,employee was climbing down a ladder and twisted ankle when stepping onto ground. employee sprained left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16260,the injured tripped over a piece of 6x6 timber causing him to fall over the top of it contacting his right leg. the incident occurred while training an employee to change batteries on unit #1. the incident caused a fracture to the right fibula just above the ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16261,"employee was walking across shop bay when the employee tripped and fell, breaking the left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16262,"while moving a miner out of a crosscut, he stepped backwards into a hole and twisted his right knee. employee had outpatient surgery on 9/26/08 to repair damaged knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16263,individual was walking across the pit from one piece of equipment to another when he twisted his foot. pit was covered by glazed snow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16264,employee was walking behind the screen plant making rounds after taking over shift and stepped onto a raised cement barrier and slipped. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16265,"injured ee was in the process of removing a cover lid from a continuous miner to place on mine floor, when ee stepped on some loose bottom, resulting in ee spraining his left ankle. injured ee continued to work until 12/22/08, when his family doctor removed him from work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16266,ee was stepping out of boat when his footing slipped and he landed on left knee causing strain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16267,"walking down a hill. hill was wet and employee slipped, wrenching back on the lower left side.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16268,"allegedly ee was getting out of a bobcat skid- steer loader when he stepped on wet slurry, falling back onto the empty bucket.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16269,stepping to railcar when self retracting line jerked him back. employee fell and injured wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16270,employee was walking down stairs and missed the last step. he lost his balance and reached for the handrail. his left thumb hit the handrail causing a fracture to the thumb.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16271,mechanic tripped and fell hurting his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16272,employee was dismounting a front end loader. as he was descending the stairs his ankle turned and he fell down the stairs to the lower platform. during the fall he landed on top of his left leg. this action tore the tendon of his quadriceps muscle near the knee. employee was placed on restrictive duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16273,walked out to leave scale house & tripped or stumbled on gravel. ankle twisted & fell to ground.not to stand for extended periods. had light splint applied.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16274,ee climbing up steps to get into loader when ee twisted left knee. ee placed on restricted duty following medical treatment. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16275,standing on top step of drill he slipped off edge of step.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16276,walking down steps to close grease pit after servicing equipment and stumbled rolling his ankle. (sprain),SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16277,employee was climbing down the loader ladder when ee's right foot slipped causing ee to fall on ee's right knee. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16278,employee was walking in a door way when he fell and landed on a pallet cutting his right wrist. medical treatment was sought and five sutures were used to close the wound.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16279,ee stepped wrong on 3-1-01 he was not concerned and did not want medical treatment on 6-5-01 he advised that he wanted to go to the clinic just to have his knee checked. had mri 6-18-01.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16280,"employee dismounted forklift to place stretchhooder on bypass, due to a broken bag on a pallet. when walking around the back of the forklift, the employee twisted her right ankle. employee was examined by a physician who immobilized the ankle and placed her on restricted duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16281,"when employee was going down a ladder into the pit behind a wall at the scalper, he slipped & fell hitting his left knee & forearm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16282,ee exited scopp to unload oil. he realized he was standing on move belt lying along rib. he braced himself with left hand on scoop canopy. he took a couple of steps then slipped; fell on right side landing on scsk. he finished the shift cont'd to work until 8/12/01 recovery unknown,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16283,"employee was loading supplies for the bolter when a rock fell startling employee. he stumbled over supplies and fell, he tried to extended his arm trying to catch himself and felt crack or pop. employee was taken to good samaritan, sustaining a fracture that has to be surgically repaired and will remain off work for an uncertain period of time.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16284,"employee states as she was walking through a fire curtain, she tripped on the curtain and fell, rolling her left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16285,"ee states he tripped and fell straining his back. he sought medical attention and was placed on lost time on february 12, 2002.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16286,"crewman was walking down bilge when he either slipped or tripped and fell 2 feet down to bilge of dredge, landing on buttocks. doctor reports bruise to buttocks.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16287,employee slipped and dislocated his pinky finger.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16288,employee was helping belt crew put in belt framing. while handing rollers ee twisted ee's right knee. ee continued to work until 8/14/18 when ee had surgery and started missing work. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16289,employee was climbing the ladder to enter the cat 777 haul truck when his foot slipped off the step which left him hanging from the grab rail with his right arm. he continued to work until 04/09/2014. at this time he went to see a physician and is now off work for at least 2 weeks. he will be receiving occupational therapy for a right shoulder strain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16290,employee states: while walking along a concrete walkway leading to w3801 tunnel ee slipped on a patch of ice. ee didn't fall to the ground. ee caught self with ee's left hand holding onto the handrail hurting ee's left elbow. doctor diagnosed ee with an elbow strain. this became reportable on 6/16/22 when professional medical treatment was needed. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16291,ee was walking by the stockpile area when he slipped on the icy surface striking his right knee on the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16292,"ee was using ladder to paint equipment numbers on processing equipment. the ladder was not secured at the top and ee fell approximately 6'. after fall ee complained of headache, sore back, and hand and arm pain. was taken to the emergency room for check-up.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16293,"while stepping over curb, employee tripped and fell breaking his fall with his hands.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16294,employee stated that he was carrying boom jack cylinder through a mandoor and he twisted his left ankle. he did not begin missing work until 6-1-05.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16295,employees were backfilling a lining overlay. sos employees were waiting to complete their backfilling when the wind from a passing thunderstorm picked up and began to move the liner. our employees ran across the liner to help and were thrown 50 feet into the air by the liner. two sos employees were injured.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16296,"jumbo operator slipped while walking in drift. while ee placed arm out to brace self, ee cut hand on a rock which required stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16297,"employee was on top of water truck turned to go down the ladder, hooked my right boot under lip of tank on top of step and lost balance. fell down backwards hitting the ladder with back on the way down and landed on right hand and left side of face resulting in a broken right wrist and cut above my left temple. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16298,"employee was cleaning tub plugged with solids, he lost his balance & fell onto channel on left rib cage, knocking the breath out of him. he lost his grip & continued to fall, hitting his back twice on steel then landing on the 8th floor. pain in his left side and lower left back, he fell 6'.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16299,"employee was carrying a drain pan. he slipped on ice and struck his head on the edge of the drain pain, requiring stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16300,"employee was stepping out of a boat onto land on 8/21/12 when he twisted his right knee, it was later determined through mri that he had torn his meniscus. employee has been working until he had surgery to repair on 10/11/12.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16301,employee sprained left knee working in area under hoist drum. began losing time 9-13-00.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16302,the employee was installing a pump and hit his knee on grating. he went to the doctors office on 5/16/2011 and had to have fluid drained behind his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16303,"employee was helping to carry a 7'x16""x1/4"" metal plate into the tunnel to repair side skirts on feeder box. employee slipped on loose gravel and caught right middle finger between the metal p late and gravel. finger was lacerated, requiring sutures. employee wearing gloves at the time of the incident.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -16304,employee was walking up stairs; felt tear or pull in calf of leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16305,"ee was changing oil in a dozer, when he slipped on the track. he tried to jump from the track and his left hip hit the open door on the tool box on his grease truck, causing a puncture wound that required stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -16306,"employee was standing on second step of a four step ladder tightening the bolts on the feed end of the #1 rod mill when he slipped off of the ladder and fell to the floor. he caught himself when he hit the floor with his left hand injuring his left wrist. ice, wrapped and ibuprophin. employee later complained of injury still hurting. was treated on 9/1/04.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16307,he was using a red devil to repair a belt. he los his grip and fell back. he sprained his right wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16308,employee was repairing a cable on the coal chute at the river docks when then ladder slipped causing the employee to fall on his left foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16309,injured was observing electricians work on tailpiece of longwall. the electrician were plugging gauges into stageloader panel. a co worker started to push the headgate causing the tailpiece to move injured rushed to stageloader to hit the emergency stop button. injured stepped in a hole twisting his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16310,employee was cleaning windows at end of shift. he was standing up next to driver's seat when his foot slipped and his weight shifted to his left leg. this injury required advanced medical treatment making this a reportable injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16311,the employee tripped over a jack stand and landed on another jack stand with his left thigh. the top of the jack stand punctured through the employees pants and caused a laceration to the employees thigh. the incident was caused by poor work area planning. the employee received a laceration to his left upper thigh.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16312,operator became over balanced while trying to descend a stairway with a boxin his arms. operator fell striking his knee against the platform.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16313,slipped while accessing dril bit storage on iii drill. caught fall with arm straining muscles.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16314,employee was walking along belt when he slipped on muddy bottom.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16315,employee lost balance and grabbed railing on screen and pulled muscle in upper right arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16316,fell on left knee while walking on frozen ground(ice).,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16317,as he was leaving office slipped & fell down steps & hurt back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16318,boot heel got caught on vibrator screen causing loss of balance and falling to the floor catching self with left hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16319,"ee was throwing trash in dumpster when ee slipped on a wet area and fell, fracturing the right fibula.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16320,"victim was performing regular maintenance on dragline, when he tripped and fell on the catwalk, bruising his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16321,setting up forms to pour concrete he slipped in mud and fell backwards. caught self.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16322,"employee tripped while coming down stairs, hurting her right ankle",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16323,ee was trying to lift mast on track tamper when ee slipped in wet gravel and strained ee's left knee. ee worked till 12/01/2017 when ee was taken off work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16324,"ee was climbing out of his haul truck and missed the last step, falling approximately 4 feet to the concrete floor. no witnesses. he refused medical treatment but complained of sore elbow. on 2/18/02 he verbally reported hurting his back & related it back to that fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16325,"employee was tightening a bolt on a apron cylinder on a cat 631 scraper. this is a 5' cylinder. as the employee was pulling the wrench towards himself the 'bite' of the wrench slipped on the bolt, causing employee to fall backward about 5' onto the edge of an ecology (cement) block.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16326,"ee slipped and fell on the ice while exiting the vehicle. as a result, a brace was applied by the physician.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16327,employee stated that he was walking and throwing miner cable out of the roadway when he stepped onto the ledge of a hole in the mine floor causing him to hyperextend his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16328,employee was taking a hub off a 777c haulback when the bearing popped off striking the employee in the abdomen region causing the employee to fall backwards over the boom truck's outrigger hit ting his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16329,"when getting out of the versa trac, the door came open quickly causing employee to fall landing on right arm and shoulder. employee has been working and did not start losing time until 5/17/12 due to surgery.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16330,uneven ground around conveyor which repairs were being done on. employee stepped into a shallow hole. resulting in back pain. later diagnosed as herniated disc.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16331,employee was getting out of a man trip when employee twisted employee's left ankle. employee did not start missing time from this injury until 11/29/17.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16332,hurt lower back stepping off machine. tracks of the excavator were wet and muddy.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16333,ee was climbing down the ladder of the haul truck when ee either missed the step of foot slipped on the ladder and ee fell approx. 3 feet to the ground. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16334,"while inspecting work site at b43 conveyer belt head pulley, employee slipped on rain slickened inclined walkway (caused by wet shale dust) he strained his back and right hip as he caught hims elf on the handrail as he slid down the incline.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16335,employee tripped on a grade and fell on his knee. the results of the mri along with a medical opinion dictated on 10/31/2012. the diagnosis was tearing of the meniscus and the employee is expecting to lose time.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16336,"employee was climbing on driltech drill when his hand slipped off hand rail, causing him to fall backwards. he did not want to go to doctor. the fall was recorded on shift report.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16337,employee was pulling a water hose and slipped on some rocks when he fell he injured his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16338,"injury had exited the scale house to retreive a file from a company vehicle. while walking back towards the scale house, injury was stepping up from the scale apron to the walkway, approx. 8"" height,& was not sure if she slipped causing her to fall forward landing on her knees,hands, striking her head on the metal walkway & rail.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16339,ice storm hit mine and surrounding areas in state. the miners were first to arrive on day shift all areas had not yet been treated with salt. miner slipped on ice broke rib 6&7 left side. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16340,they were changing screens on middle deck of stone plant. injured was driving pins out and he turned around and stepped into opening. the hole was open so they could watch stone levels while draining bins. ee was not aware of hole being open. he caught himself while falling and 3 co-workers pulled him out.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16341,employee had exited underground office going next door to the break room to start the day shift crew. shortly after leaving the office the employee was found by another employee lying on the floor in front of the break room unable to remember how employee had gotten there or what had happened. employee had several abrasions on the facial area and a cut on lip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16342,"maintenance tech working on folding ladder. descended ladder and stepped onto concrete floor, rolled ankle, lost balance, fell onto equipment stand, striking left side rib cage. 40 hours later, they felt sharp pain. evaluated at local hospital emergency room, diagnosed with a fractured rib. ee was off work for two days, then released to modified duty (lifting restrictions).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16343,operator slipped on the walkway going into the crusher building and felt pain in left knee. did not seek medical attention until 1/7/02.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16344,"the employee was walking to the mantrip, he slipped on some mud twisting his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16345,ee hopped out of the loader and fell on the ground hitting his elbow on a piece of stone. he went to the emergency room - had x-rays taken which showed a previous bone spur had broken off. he went to the emergency room 5 days after on 5/21/14. did not leave work on the day of the injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16346,"employee was walking along supply cars at the end of the section track and tripped on a piece of track rail causing employee to fall. when employee fell, struck right knee on the rail. no issues with equipment, ppe or training.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16347,employee was trying to stand a scoop tire up by hand when employee lost footing hitting face against the rim. resulting in 3 stitches inside bottom lip and 1 outside.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16348,employee stated that he twisted his right knee and hit his back on a rock when he fell walking away from a jackleg. he stated that he tripped on a rock and fell. no one witnessed the alleged injury and he left the jobsite without informing his supervisor. he does not limp or show any signs of distress. the accident investigation cannot substantiate or deny the employee's claim.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16349,area operator was walking across a work platform on 12/19 and slipped on the top walking surface. he tried to catch himself by grabbing the handrail and felt pain in his right elbow. he reported to medical and was treated conservatively. he was referred to another physician on december 29th and diagnosed with a fractured coronoid process of the right elbow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16350,while lifting a conveyor section for a new coal loading facility the ground beneath the crane subsided causing the crane to topple.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16351,"employee slipped while climbing a ladder and hit his shin. employee diagnosed with a hematoma on his right leg. later, employee was prescribed keflex for infection, making this incident recordable.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16352,ee entered the mill building to check the clinker hopper. he slipped on clinker that was on the floor and strained his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16353,"loading supply's on scoop slipped & fell, pulling lower left side",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16354,employee was putting radiator core in d10 dozer when his feet slipped throwing him between the stabilizer bar and grill of dozer hurting his shoulder/elbow. he didn't miss work until 12/13/2011.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16355,"ee was on the power chutes, changing the screens. he slipped and fell to the ground (approx. 7.5'), breaking his left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16356,"ee was working on miner. he stepped across an open lid, slid and fell. pulled muscle in his thigh.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16357,as he was pulling on a pry bar at the welding shop table the bar slipped causing him to fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16358,employee slipped on some loose clinker in the storage area and strained his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16359,"ee was preparing to enter the cab of a haul truck. witness saw ee falling from the door platform to the ground, 10'4"" landing on back. after a brief loss of consciousness, ee was kept immobilized. notable injuries included fractures to the ribs, spine & scapula. a brain bleed was discovered. investigation is ongoing into what caused ee to proceed past the door & safety railings.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16360,ee jumped down 21/2 -3 ft from stock truck straining lower back. failed to use a 3 point method in climbing,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between collapsing material or buildings" -16361,using an unsecured step ladder to disassemble a crusher componet the ladder slipped out from under the miner causing him to fall to the ground striking the ladder with his right side of rib cage area. acute right 9th rib fracture.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16362,"plant operator was walking up metal stairs when right foot slipped off a stair tread. ee leg dropped suddenly and knee hit the front edge of the stair, cutting right knee. five stitched were needed to treat the wound.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16363,"employee was walking carrying a one hole board when ee experienced pain in right knee. the area was free of extraneous materials and the mine floor was in good condition. this did not involve any compliance issues. personal protective equipment was being utilized. this did not involve job proficiency, or attitude. there was no equipment involved. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16364,"the employee alleges he was reaching a crib block to a co-worker when he slipped on a rock lying on the mine floor, twisting his back. the employee started missing work on august 31, 2009",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16365,"ee claims he slipped when leaving the tv room for the tent. he stated that the slip did not result in a fall. once we were notified of the incident he was sent to the medic who did not notice any swelling, redness or tenderness. the medic placed him on light duty until he was seen by a dr. the next day he went to the dr who examined and x-rayed him. no injury found & ee released",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16366,was getting out of scoop when ee's left foot slid under the control panel in the cab and stepped out of the cab with ee's right foot. ee's right foot rolled and ee lost ee's balance falling to the ground with ee's left foot still in the cab under the control panel. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16367,employee was lifting a crib block on uneven ground that had some thin ice in the surrounding area. the ice broke loose causing employee's foot to slip through resulting in a pull to the left calf muscle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16368,"employee was on the roofbolter, after he handed a new bolt and plate to an employee to install, he went to step down off of roofbolter twisting his left ankle causing sprain to ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16369,ee was walking up the kiln. the kiln had raw material in it starting at about 110 ft. he was trying to stay on the low side of the load and while crossing a section of coating build up he stepped in a hole. the material level was deeper than the top of his boot. the hot dust entered his boot burning his foot before he could get his boot off.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Contact with hot objects or substances -16370,"operator does not remember falling, there were no marks on his head, but he lost memory and had slight concussion - he acted unusual.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16371,"party was walking into the pilot plant from the east door. he didn't see the forks from the forklift flesh with the concrete, at which time he tripped over them. he stumbled several times but was unable to catch himself. when he fell to the ground he landed on his left side. an act that resulted in an injury to his left arm, shoulder, hand, elbow and middle back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16372,employee was walking on an uneven surface carrying lumber when ee tripped and landed on ee's knees.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16373,employee was climbing down off a belt crossover when he slipped and twisted his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16374,employee fell walking down berm. employee began losing time on 08/05/2015.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from piled material -16375,injured employee was bending a roof bolt when he slipped and strained his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16376,ee was mounting 930 loader when his footing slipped causing him to fall against left front fender striking him in the back area. ee continued to work until 8-22-03 where he revisited the dr. and was put on restricted duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16377,employee was tramming a forklift when ee drove off the road into the ditch. the forklift leaned on its side against the berm. as the employee was getting out of the forklift ee slipped and rolled over the embankment approximately 15 feet.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16378,a fully trained miner was injured when ee tripped over a rail stop and fell on the coupler of a dust car. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16379,ee was climbing on the compressor to hitch a chain on the top hook in order to move it - and slipped and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16380,"injured ee and another ee were cutting chains from the chain section of the lime kiln. scaffold boards are hung from these chains. the other ee cut the chain holding the boards. both men fell. injured ee fell to the floor, striking his left foot on chains that were on the floor, resulting in a fracture to his heel.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -16381,working on roof above burner floor removing coal dust. the roof collapsed & sent ee falling. he fell 18' & landed on i beam. had to be helped down from beam with ladder & was rushed to hospita l with cuts and bruises. he was treated & released.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16382,"ee was making a screen replacement on screen #2. ee had placed new screen in place & was exiting the upper level of screen #2. ee placed ee's feet onto spring cover to place screen rail & bolts. after installation ee began dismount from spring cover onto catwalk approx. 2 ft. rt foot slipped off, lost balance & rt foot wedged btwn deck & screen. body twisted causing strain to knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -16383,member was installing the last row of roof bolts in the #6 entry. he slipped on a piece of rock and reached out to grab something to regain his balance. he accidentally grabbed hold of the rotating drill steel causing tissue damage in his right shoulder. ee continued to work until going to raleigh general hospital on 06-22-10 and was told the damage would require surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16384,ee was servicing the drill. he slipped and fell on walkway and hit his head on railing. contusion to left side of head.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16385,"employee was dismounting from a d10 tractor, stepping from the pusharm to the ground, ee steppedon a rock to the ground, ee stepped on a rock causing him to roll his ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16386,"employee stated that while fueling the d-11 dozer, he slipped and fell backwards striking his back on the dozer truck.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16387,"he went to get off loader and stepped the wrong way and twisted his knee. went to doctor and doctor told him to just stay off as much as possible. l bothering him so he went back to doctor. sent him to bone and joint doctor, did surgery on feb13, 01. was given first aid until he went to bone doctor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16388,employee was walking his fireboss rounds when he stepped in a hole and felt pain in lower back. employee has been working since date of accident and did not start loosing time until 7/9/14 when he went off work due to surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16389,"employee was shoveling, fell on the ice. fell onto his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16390,while moving equipment ee stepped on a rock lost footing fallin on lower back and left hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16391,the employee was stepping out of the skid steer loader. he went to turn around to get off the machine. he either slipped or tripped and fell to the ground. he put his arms out to catch himself and hurt both his arms.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16392,ee was installing the bolts in the front of hood to the radiator from a ladder when he fell and fractured his right ankle/leg and foot. he was working at fola coal at the time of the accident on a 685 e dresser haul truck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16393,ee alleges he was on a step ladder & he reached for welder stinger to weld & he leaned too far & fell off of the ladder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16394,slipped and fell backwards. hardhat came off during fall and hit the back of ee's head on a truck bed. taken immediately to the medical center for evaluation. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16395,"employee stepped onto running board of pickup truck and slipped. twisted his right knee, causing a sprain. employee missed three (3) days of work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16396,"ee was standing on a work stand swinging a sledge hammer when his left foot slipped, causing ee to lose his balance. ee fell against an adjacent structure, striking the structure with his left upper torso. ee was taken off work by his treating physician on 06/14/2012 prior to the start of his shift.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16397,"employee slipped and fell landing on his left shoulder. he did not seek medical attention initially, but did eventually get treament and later had the injury repaired surgically.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16398,employee was disembarking his mobile equipment at end of shift and sprained his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16399,"ice had built up on steps and handrails at west side of warehouse. salt had been put down earlier, but with the amount of ice and sleet it was hard to keep up with removal. employee fell and hit his right elbow causing swelling and soreness. employee did not seek medical treatment until 1/30/09.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16400,"employee was bolting and wearing knee pads and states that when ee dropped down on knees, ee felt something pop in the right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16401,ee was climbing inside over beams of dust collector when he slipped & struck his elbows against a support beam.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16402,he was walking on the miner section when he stepped in a hole and felt pain in his back. *we dispute the allegations in citation #8055899 and submit this report solely to abate the citation.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16403,mud - slipped and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16404,"employee was climbing onto a d-8 dozer and slipped. employee caught themselves with the arm that was maintaining a point of contact with the handhold. this caused the arm to extend and strain, resulting in a tear of a tendon in the bicep.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16405,"the employee dropped a tool into the jaw crusher while observing a jammed rock, then jumped off of the elevated catwalk to turn the feeder power off. ee reported twisting ankle to the supervisor and was sent home to ice ankle and return the next day. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -16406,"walking from scale house to his vehicle, slipped on snow, causing him to fall. had hip surgery a number of years ago, fall caused pin to twist bone.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16407,"while climbing up loader ladder, employee's feet slipped out from under him. he fell down 2 or 3 steps, his right arm caught on railing and the weight of his body pulled his right shoulder out.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16408,employee walking down stairs at 4 dam and fell hitting her knee on step,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16409,ee was stepping off a pallet when he stepped down into a hole and twisted his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16410,"while walking to the section, employee slipped on a rock in a water hole injuring his left kneehe continued to work until july 6. while on vacation he had surgery to his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16411,employee was fueling the 800 excavator and slipped on the muddy tracks as he was getting down. the mud caused him to slip and fall about 4 feet to the ground. employee tried to break his fall using his arm and immediately felt pain in his left wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16412,"ee stated, ""he was pulling on a curtain that appeared to be under some gob"". when he pulled on it, the curtain came loose causing him to fall back onto his back. that is when he felt pain in his lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16413,"at approx 11:15a on jan 31, a temp emp reptd to our hr mgr that after his shift on fri, jan 28 he stepped off the stairs & felt a ?pop? in his neck. he didn't report it to supervisor as there was no pain. upon awakening sat, jan 29 he had a stiff neck. he felt better sun. on mon, jan 31, approx 3-1/2 hours into his shift, the pain & stiff neck returned.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16414,employee was walking examiner route and slipped and fell and in the process of falling dislocated right shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16415,"the injured was descending a ladder. his leg became tangled in the lanyard of his safety harnes, causing him to miss the next rung of the ladder. the injured fell from the ladder and struck his face on the cmf centrifuge below. the injured received lacerations to the inside of his lower lip. he was transported by company vehicle to the hospital where he was treated & released.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16416,"ee fell in parking lot, mashing and cutting finger on a rock index finger-right hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16417,"he was doing a pre-shift inspection on 74 truck ford 800 fuel truck, stepped off truck & twistedhis ankle. he was in pain- went to the dr. & found cracked bone in rt. ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16418,"driller climbed into a drill to ask a co-worker a question. when the driller stepped down to exit the drill, he twisted his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16419,employee slipped and twisted his knee when he was coming down from the hill. he caught himself but twisted knee. site conditions were snow covered and slippery in some areas.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16420,employee was burning brush and slipped and fell on the ice landing on ee's left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16421,employee fell in hole trying to relocate discharge line on a pump straining medial collateral ligament of right knee. physician did not issue any restrictions until 10-13-2009. restricted to no climbing or descending equipment. cannot operate heavy equipment.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16422,"ee got hung up on the air-intake breather on top of hoe, it tripped him and he fell forward landing on the fuel up spout. it hurt but he didn't know his rib was out. he didn't think anything was wrong until that night, his wife found the knot on his back. just went step by step from there.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16423,"employee was attempting to walk through mud at grinding plant transfer building. the employee strained left knee when walking. this was initially reported as first aid on 02/23/2018, but was not placed on restricted duty until 03/09/2018.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16424,"employee was walking around an exploration drill to check the fuel level. ee right foot slipped in mud, causing a sprain of right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16425,"stepping off dozer, fell and twisted leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16426,he had stepped down from a endloader and stepped into a drill hole and fractured his right ankle. he was starting the loader for worktime to warm up.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16427,"employee slipped on the first step of a stair case, due to an oil slip on the step.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16428,"employee sliped on ice in yard. fell on left wrist, breaking wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16429,"the employee twisted his knee while exiting the cab of the service truck he was driving. the employee was parking the truck at the end of his shift when the incident occurred. the employee initially refused treatment and proceeded to go home after clocking out. later that day, the employees knee had become sore and swollen, and he was sent to a clinic for medical evaluation.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16430,"a group of ees were cleaning out truck scale basement with vac truck and buckets. they removed two sections of floor grating (approx 4'x4') barricading the north entrance. through this opening they lower a 55 gal drum, filled drum and with carry deck crane removed full drum. this process continued until completion of job. ees were rolling up, ee running upstairs from basement, call",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -16431,the employee was attempting to climb back into the volvo l200 loader he operates when he slipped on the lower step of the machine. he fell to the ground hurting his right leg. (knee),SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16432,employee tripped over wheel chocks resulting in a fractured fibula.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16433,employee was walking down an area where rock had been quarried and ground was unstable when they slipped down and fell back on their hands. they injured their right hand due to trying to catch their fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from piled material -16434,was climbing onto dragline when boot got caught in between track pads. lost balance and fell on right hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16435,employee was climbing up onto side of haul truck and lost grip and fell to ground,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16436,while exiting dump truck drivers hand slip and he lost balance. he fell 3' to 4' to ground landing on back of his head. he received a subdural hematoma/concussion. taken to er in maryland and transferred to de. no stay was released 11 days later to full duty,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16437,employee was prying a rock loose from the 9e section feeder when he lost his footing and fell on the slate bar fracturing a right rib.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16438,ee was performing maintenance work on a belt drive take up unit. he was climbing off the take up when his foot caught in the structure & he fell. his foot was twisted when he fell because it r emained caught in structure. there was no damageor impairment to any equipment or to the operation. ee did not maintain solid footing while climbing down. no other factors involved.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -16439,ee was disconnecting the hydraulic hoses to the scraper pans connected to the john deere tractor he stepped off the tractor landing on a hydraulic hose causing him to twist his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16440,"the employee was climbing down from a caterpillar d10 dozer, stepping down into some oil that had been spilled on the ground, and slipped and fell, twisting his right ankle. (sprain)",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16441,"ee slipped on a work dock 1hil carrying a casing sub. sub then landed on his ankle, injuring a ligament. originally thought to be a fracture, xray showed no fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -16442,ee was doing repairs in #2 sump. he lost his footing while moving and fell. area was wet at the time.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16443,the employee was stepping off truck on uneven ground after loading and felt a sharp pain in the lower abdominal area. he went to the doctor and was diagnosed with a pulled abdominal muscle. he was released to full duty on 08/30/06. employee was released from medical on 08/29/06. this employee does not work in the pit.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16444,miner was dismounting a cat 375 excavator when they grabbed a door latch instead of stationary handrail. door opened and high wind caught and swept miner off catwalk. this resulted in acute strains of rt. shoulder and knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16445,ee was climbing ladder on 980c cat wheel loader. quarry floor was wet/slippery. ee had both hands on ladder rails as he went up ladder when both feet slipped. he caught himself but his weight dropped onto his left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16446,while getting out of the service vehicle his foot slipped off a metal bar located on the floor in front of the seat. when he fell backwards his left foot was under the seat twisting the knee causing the injury. the metal bar had been removed from the service vehicle floor and expanded metal has been installed on the floor to provide traction for sure footing.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16447,worker slipped and fell from the side of sand plant onto concrete slab.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16448,"tripped over a skid and struck his head on the dump hopper, causing a laceration requiring stitches to close.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16449,"ee was descending from a 35 ton haul truck; as he began to turn himself around to go down the steps, his feet slipped out from underneath him. holding onto the railing caused his body to slam into the steps (where the injury occurred) at which point he let go of the hand rail and fell to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16450,ee was carrying solid block when he slipped in the mud and felt a pull in his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16451,"while walking across the plant grounds, worker slipped on patch of ice.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16452,employee had finished washing out and was descending a ladder when ee's right foot slipped off the bottom rung causing ee to drop approximately 16 inches to the platform where ee rolled right ankle when ee landed.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16453,"employee was pulling coupler cut-off on the general mine car when the cable broke, causing employee to lose balance and fall injuring right shoulder. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16454,"an employee was walking towards their car, the area was muddy causing them to slip. the employee tried to tighten and tense their body to keep themselves from falling, and started having stiffness. the following day, the employee states they started having pain in the left lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16455,"adjusting cone, afterwards missed step on ladder (put foot thru) left knee pain",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16456,employee was walking to the personnel carrier and he tripped and broke his arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16457,"ee lost footing while exiting loader and fell on the ground, feeling pain in low back. ee placed on restricted duty. follow up appointment following week placed ee back to full duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16458,employee failed to wear safety harness and tie off while working at height. miner fell approximately 40 feet into a raw material bin. initial medical assessment is broken bone proximal to the coxics bone.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16459,the employee was attempting to climb onto the excavator machine when he slipped. his left shoulder impacted the track on the vehicle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16460,"employee stepped off equipment, left leg first, felt pain in left hip. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16461,"stepping out of screen box to catwalk, twisted left hip joint.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16462,"the pin mixer water-line broke and employee was sqeegying the water out the back door when he slipped and fell on left hip, bruising it.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16463,"ee was getting off of loader, when his foot slipped off of the last step and he hit his left knee cap on the step, causing swelling and discoloring and pain in his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16464,"the injured employee and co-worker werein the process or repairing a d11 dozer that had broken down in #2 pit. a final drive was brought in by flatbed trailer. using a boom truck, the final dr ive was removed, positioned at the end of the trailer, and blocked to prevent side-to-side motion. as the co-worker stepped off, he fell to the ground, landing in uneven area.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16465,employee was walking down hill and twisted knee. employee missed work 7/22/05.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16466,miner was getting out of a lhd and twisted left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16467,employee turned to go up stairs and caught toe which in turn twisted knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16468,employee was traveling down a stairway when he stumbled on the bottom step. he twisted his left knee as he caught his balance.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16469,working on slope belt and slipped and twisted knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16470,dismounting left shoe of dragline and stepped on indentation left by the shoe impression. received a left ankle and groin sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16471,"ee was working on the deck of a haul truck.the task involved the removal of the panel on the front of the cab.this panel has a hand-hold as part of its makeup.the employee began to descend the ladder & grabbed hold of the unsecure hand hold.in doing so, the hand hold slipped, resulting in the ee falling approximately 8 ft,landing on his feet.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16472,employee twisted ankle on frozen ground when he was getting out of the crane.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16473,ee was entering chute below #1 screen of plant when he lost his balance. his left forearm struck against the access frame which had been sharpened by material.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -16474,slipped while climbing down ladder of catwagon.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16475,"employee lost grip with hands and fell from operators platform outside of cab fell approx. 8ft,injury to ankle and back",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16476,"employee stated she was getting out of the cab of a ramcar, when she apparently got her leg caught on something, which caused her to fall to the ground. she really didn't know what happened. she was treated in the er for a leg injury and transfered on to other medical facilities. injury was a severe (hematoma) that had to be drained.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16477,employee slipped climbing off haul truck and broke his finger.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16478,"a maintenance millwright foot slipped while dismounting a lull. the maintenance employee reached out with his hand to prevent himself from falling from the lull. weeks later, he sought treatment for the pain experienced in his shoulder resulting from the incident.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16479,twisted right knee walking down stairs by #2 kiln pier.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16480,the ee was climbing down off the clayshed ladderafter a hose had come loose.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16481,ee was leaving #3 unit after staying in to roof bolt and another employee walked up from behind and grabbed him around neck (playing a joke) and they fell and ee twisted knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16482,"while trying to stand from a kneeling positon the employee stepped on his shoestring, lost his balance and fell back to the ground hitting his knee on a pin plate attached to a roof bolt he was fixing to install. the employee received 15 sutures.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16483,employee alleges his ankle got caught between two steel beams and he fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -16484,"ee stepped off coal hauler, knee popped.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16485,while raking spalls his rake slipped off a spall and he fell to the ground injuring his rotator cuff. *original on-line edoc # 236556*,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16486,miner was at bottom of over cast ladder and missed step and fell off ladder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16487,"employee was changing valves at bulk silos on the roof. they stepped down off the roll around ladder and slipped on a small patch of ice. employee fell, twisting left knee. grade ii mcl strain. will be off work 3-6 weeks. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16488,"hydraulic hose spraying liquid, employee jumped back to avoid spray and landed on right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16489,"employee was dismounting an l-50 front end loader. after reaching the ground, he apparently stepped into a depression in the ground and caused a sprain to his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16490,"climbing down bunker and slipped on wet steel, slid down and landed on right foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16491,ee was climbing down ladder out of 988g loader when he stepped onto some uneven ground & his left knee turned out. he felt pain in lt knee. he finished the shift & worked the following monday. went to emergency room on tuesday 3/12/02.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16492,"the employee stated that as he was walking from the train loadout control room to an outside landing, he tripped and fell over a section of conduit laying in the walkway. the resultant injury was a laceration to the upper lip and the left knee, each requiring 3 sutures.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16493,employee was inspecting bull gear and pinion when he lost his balance and smashed his left hand in between the dryer tire and the trunnion.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16494,"employee was walking up a stairwell, when he turned at the landing, he felt sharp pain in his right knee. he reported to the shift office immediately because he was having pain as he continued walking. ee placed on restricted duty on 07/16/12",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16495,employee states that he was cutting apart old pipe. he was rolling pipe and stumbled backwards causing him to fall and hit piece of pipe with his arm. he cut arm on edge of cut pipe (22 stitches).,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16496,"ee was helping recover belt structure. he turned to disconnect a section of structure. he tripped and fell on his right arm, fracturing it.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16497,"ee was preparing to service a pioneer jaw crusher, he exited control booth with a 5 gal. grease pumper which is used for servicing. while walking along side of control booth he tripped over a wire along side of building.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16498,employee was walking around booster pump house located near the refuse dump when he tripped over a heater stored behind the building. he received a laceration to his right knee requiring 7 stitches.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16499,security officer at the main gatehouse was walking out of the bathroom and slipped on a rug located on the floor in front of the doorway. there was no water/ice or foreign material present.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16500,"ee was working on a screen. while standing on top of the screen deck, ee slipped & fell backwards hitting his head & neck on an overhanging pipe.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16501,"while dismounting the endloader in the supply yeard, the ee slipped off of the bottom step, he grabbed the handrail which caused him to spin around off of the step. his lower back and backside region struck the tire of the endloader. began missing work on 12-9-05.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16502,"ee was unhooking a chain on two pieces of equipment, being taken down from another plant. as he bent down to unhook chain he lost his balance and fell on another piece of troughing that had a sharp edge to it. he cut his left lower arm on metal, which left a cut to arm that required stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16503,employee was carrying 4 rope bolts on his rt. shoulder walking in #1 entry e-tailgate section when his rt. foot caught in loose mine canvas causing him to twist his lower rt. back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16504,employee climbing ladder into vehicle when they missed the hand hold and fell to the ground. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16505,the employee was in the process of hanging waterline when he got off balance and fell off of ladder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16506,"ie was dismounting a cat 834 rubber tired dozer, stumbled or tripped on feet, slipping causing a laceration to right knee and pain in left shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16507,"ee was removing hydraulic hose out of the lube center and while getting down off the rear of the lube center, turned his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16508,"ee was helping plant operator remove belt guard on secondary shaker. while lifting guard out of place, ee's foot slipped on wet surface causing his ankle to roll, spraining his ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16509,"employee tripped and fell on a charged washdown hose-catching himself with his hand. upon falling, employee fractured his left ring finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16510,employee was walking from his car to the bath house and slipped on ice in the parking lot. injured fell to the ground injurying his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16511,employee was moving a stone and turned away and as ee turned right knee popped and ee fell to the ground,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16512,"employee was walking towards the office to clock in and stepped into a pothole, rolled their right ankle resulting in a hairline fracture. it was dark, and the employee did not see the pothole.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16513,"while employee was on ladder hanging a line curtain, the ladder slipped causing him to fall off the ladder onto some gob. he twisted his right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16514,"while performing morning routine housekeeping, employee went to exit the catwalk going down steps, ee slips on the first step. employee was holding onto the handrail and hit knee on the steps. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16515,employee climbing upon conveyor to unhook chain that lifted belting up. his boots were muddy and he slipped and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16516,"employee stated: slipped when ee stepped over the pan line, fell and felt a pain in their hamstring.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16517,due to medical condition the ee was dizzy and lost his balance and fell in the locker room. this fall resulted in a fracture to his left arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16518,the deceased individual was not an employee of the miner operator & was a trespasser on the site. the individual was reportedly evading police in the early morning hours of 1/7/21. the individual reportedly made it past the location's fence & became a trespasser on property. the trespasser fell off of a highwall & down into the pit.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16519,"employee was walking along the 6 west longwall beltline, when employee slipped in the mud and fell down on left knee, causing pain in the left side of lower back. cause of injury was awareness. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16520,miner stepped off of a middles rung of a ladder thinking he was at lowest rung. the impact with the lower level injured his right hip and thigh.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16521,"while doing a mine exam, employee went through an air lock door. he slipped and fell and the door swung back and caught his left leg. this resulted in a fracture. ee did not miss work until april 9, 2013",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by... NEC -16522,while setting up water pumps in the mine the individual stepped on unleveled ground casing the individual to twist his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16523,employee was walking down a ladder and stepped off the step and twisted ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16524,"ee got out of the rock truck and was walking to the control station to open the gate and fill ee's truck. ee stepped on a piece of tin laying in the walkway and slipped and caught self with right forearm causing pain to ee's right shoulder. ee asked to go to the hospital to be checked, said ee had a previous injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16525,an employee received a left ankle sprain when the employee's foot slipped out from under the employee when stepping down onto a slippery surface at the bottom of the stairway at the primary crusher. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16526,employee was fueling a welder on a maintenance truck. he was fueling it with a gas can and when he went to fuel it he slipped and injured his knee as he fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16527,"fireboss examining #4 belts, slipped and fell. caught himself with left hand, landed on left side, dislocating his left shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16528,slipped on 2nd rung of ladder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16529,as the employee stepped off the slope car at the bottom of the shaft he sprained his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16530,i send 2 employees to clear a area of logs. i told them not to lift anything. send 2 one to hook chain one to unhook chain cat man was up then one of the employees lifted a branch.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16531,ee was getting out of his truck. his foot got stuck between the last step and bumper. he then fell backwards and twisted his knee (right).,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -16532,"the miner went up the stairway to mill #6 to find the electrician working up there. after finding the electrician, the miner and the electrician proceeded down the stairway. at a landing the miner turned right to continue going down. while turning his right boot caught on the grated landing and the miner twisted his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16533,ee was ascending a ladder on a 789 cat haul truck to do mechanical repairs. while doing so he had tools in one hand and parts in the other. about half way up he lost his grip and fell 10' to t he shop floor. he fractured his left leg below the knee joint.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16534,ee stated that as he stepped down from the skid steer loader he twisted his ankle by stepping on rocks or coal.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16535,"employee was climbing down the ladder of the 777c rock truck and as he approached the last step, it swung under the bottom of the truck resulting in the employee falling to the ground landing on his right side.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16536,"injured was descending from quarry haul truck when he slipped straining his back. did not seekmedical attention until 11-19-01, at which time he was disabled byu company doctor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16537,"contractor was engaged on changing out 90 degree elbow on ventilation tubing, a ""t"" would replace the 90 degree elbow. he was using the removed elbow to stand on while installing the ""t"". he stepped off of the 90 degree elbow and twisted his ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16538,"ee and other ee were shoveling in the #3 rock tunnel when ee slipped and fell hitting head against the conveyor structure. ee had a cut on nose and nose was bloody. ee was disoriented, and 911 was called.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16539,"employee states he was getting out of a scoop, twisted wrong, and felt a sharp pain in his lower back on the right side. he was seen by an orthopedic specialist and placed on restricted duty f or a couple weeks.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16540,employee was walking down steps on 71 overcast on n-b belt. the handrail gave way causing employee's right knee to twist. accident happened on 1/21/13. the first date of lost time is 11/7/2013.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16541,employee slipped and fell on ice.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16542,"unattentiveness, not watching where walking, no keeping three-points of contact while descending stairs. while descending stairs employee was carrying items, looked away, missed the bottom step and fell forward onto ground. abrasion to right knee and contusion to left hand. (not keeping three points of contact and taking eyes off direction of travel.)",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16543,ee was walking down the hill from the mine office to the change trailer. he fell injuring his right knee and leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16544,"climbing off truck and mis-stepped from bottom step to ground resulting in an acute low back strain,",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16545,improper access to secondary containment oil bay. impairment resulted in strained left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16546,employee was releasing brakes on rail car while standing on the rail car plat form. he tripped as he turned around and fell. he injured his left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16547,the ee was a hole watch for confined space entry. she helped an ee who was pulling on end segment out of kiln. while the other ee was pulling the segment she was pushing it and her right foot slipped causing all her weight to be put on her left side causing injutry to back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16548,employee was servicing a joy 14-15 continuous miner. ee was on top of the miner when ee slipped and fell to the ground (approx. 6-7 feet) and landed on ee's face. ee was taken to the hospital by ambulance and was kept one day at the hospital. ee was diagnosed with a concussion and released. ee will be kept off from work for at least 30 days.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16549,"stepping across from the hood to the catwalk behind the cab, ee missed the catwalk and rolled his left ankle. ankle had some swelling.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16550,employee lost footing as he was descending a stairway. employee rolled left foot and fell. he was taken to clinic for observation.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16551,"employee twisted ankle while walking on uneven ground, ankle is weak and prone to injury from injury in 1973. dr removed him from work for 3 weeks.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16552,"ee's were moving the buggy cable, ee had his foot in a loop whey they pulled the cable it jerked his feet out from under him and he landed on his back. ee was diag. with a sprained ankle and given time off from work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16553,"ee was on corrugated roof and tripped, falling backwards onto hind end, cutting palm of right hand through glove on a piece of aluminum insulation wrapping. cut was minor, but required stitches to close. ee returned to work same shift with no restrictions.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16554,"employee was walking on partially dried neat cement. his right foot slipped, but his left foot did not. as he fell, his left ankle twisted inward resulting in a fractured fibula.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16555,"employee was climbing down the ladder of the 980g front end loader when his foot slipped, due to muddy boots, and fell against the upper handrails, cracking a rib on his left side.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16556,employee was stepping from pontoon to pontoon on longwall face. he missed a step and strained his knee. started missing time 7-16-04.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16557,ee alleges as he was coming down ladder it fell with him,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16558,"he stepped on drain cover that was partially off, twisting his knee. * went to dr. on 7-18-02.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16559,employee stepped in a hole & strained his back while dragging a chocker to the dozer that was stuck. conditions were wet from recent rains. he finished his shift & worked th e next 5 shifts before going to dr.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16560,"ee was walking down slope, roadway was rocky-lost footing-strained left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16561,"employee was injured during the completion of a walk around pre-shift inspection of a cat 966 wheel loader. at inspection of the coolant level, lost balance and fell forward, bruising left shoulder on the engine compartment. employee taken to hospital and released back to work on modified duty on the same day. employee has not been yet released back to full duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16562,slipped on step as walking up.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16563,we was drilling test holes near old works & ee was pulling drill back out of hole & slipped in scoop bucket & twisted left knee,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16564,"while stepping out of light vehicle, employee felt pain in left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16565,"while standing on hood of hauler preparing to check oil, he slipped on snow and ice and fell to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16566,men were moving lengths of black poly pipe. they were using a forklift to pick up pipe off of ground to place on lowboy. a few pieces fell off lowboy. they went to retreive the pipe and almost had it back on lowboy when the weight of the pipe shifted and knocked him backwards and into a below ground level (6') containment area. he landed on his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16567,"while crossing the beltline to secure a good working position to splice the belt, ee twisted his right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16568,"ee was in the process of moving rail cars utilizing a rail car puller. the puller did not stop the rail cars fully & ee tightened brake on the back of the 2nd rail car. ee went to walk over th e rail car puller cable when he slipped in some mud. as he was falling the cable tightened, coming up off the ground & struck ee in the face. the ee needed 4 stitches in his lip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16569,"employee was washing down under the secondary plant screening tower with a water hose, when he lost his footing on the ground and fell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16570,"ee was getting ready to go down stairs, he tripped on the top step falling down approximately 7 steps to the landing. he fell with his right leg bending backwards underneath him. the dr put him on crutches and sit down work only until he has an mri on nov 14th.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16571,employee stated he stepped off of track locomotive to throw track switch and stepped on the corner of a track tie and twisted his left knee. first lost work day occurred 12/6/01.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16572,person was delivering crib blocks to longwall tearsown area. person parked scoop and was getting out of scoop to help unload crib blocks. personstepped in a rut in bottom and turned his right foot over. he chipped bone in foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16573,"installing new steel in floor, slipped on bottom sheeting girt and feel backwards. had harness on. fell onto back. taken to wheeling hospital where xrays & mri were taken and no injury found.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16574,"after loading a truck from 411 bin, returning to mill entrance he slipped and fell on ice, catching himself with his right hand and arm palm down.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16575,"haul truck driver exited cat 773 haul truck to relief himself while waiting to unload haul truck into primary crusher. employee returned to the haul truck and while climbing back up the haul truck, he lost his footing and fell off ladder approximately half way up the ladder. employee sprained right wrist in fall to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16576,"ee was descending the end loader by way of the attached ladder when he lost his footing and fell to the ground from about the second to last rung, landing on his backside.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16577,slipped and hit his ribs on the t-bar of the roof bolter.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16578,dismounting from hoist control area to service deck became unbalanced and fell against hand rail and broke his ribs. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16579,"employee was coming down the ladder located inside the elevator. as employee was coming down, he slipped. as he went to catch himself, he cut his left hand on the inspection door located in the roof of the elevator.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16580,"employee was removing 6 ft. sections of old track rail from an area of the haulage that had been repaired. as he and his buddy were walking from track entry into crosscut, he tripped and began to fall. he stuck his left arm out to break fall and his thumb contacted a metal rail tie causing a laceration.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16581,the injured was walking down a snowbank when he slipped & fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16582,the man was bending a roof bolt when he fell forward and struck his forehead against the atrs system on the roof bolting machine. report filed for medical treatment only. (stitches),SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16583,employee was walking on top of a rail car when fall protection device became snagged on the supporting structure. this caused employee to be stopped mid stride while stepping from one car to the next. this caused employee to lose balance and fall between the cars. total fall before arrest by retractable lanyard was approximately 4 feet.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16584,employee stated they were exiting the scoop when they caught their right foot between 2 rocks causing them to fall due to the foot being caught. they had lower leg pain and right ankle pain. this became reportable 9-12-22.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16585,"a mine employee fell approximately 4.5 feet from the back of a front end loader while attempting to dislodge a tire that had fallen against the radiator cowling. the tire was being used as a m erker to prevent the operator from excavating near a process line. when the employee fell he tried to break his fall with his left arm, the impact resulted in a minor fracture to his left wri",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16586,"ee was straightening exhaust pipe on dozer, when he fell & apparently struck his head on the tracks. victim was taken to hazard arh hospital then transported to samaritan hospital in lexington , ky. injuries: laceration behind lt ear, concussion, 7th vertabrae cracked.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16587,"two men, other ee and ee were picking up rebar to stand up vertical got out of baance and fell back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16588,ankle sprain. worker stepped off low ledge onto clay which gave way & he fell 2-3 feet & rolled.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from piled material -16589,employee sprained left ankle when ee stepped over a small stream of water and placed ee's foot down on un-level ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16590,employee was walking on a paved roadway (for exercise) during unpaid lunch break. employee tripped on pavement resulting in laceration to eyebrow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16591,"ee was hanging miner cable. jumped up to hang cable, came down and turned his ankle. injury resulted in an aircast on his left ankle. this report is being generated under protest to terminate citation #9006073.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16592,"driver for white river petroleum co. was attempting to deliver diesel for the over-the-road tank. he was apparently using the access ladder and fell striking the top of the containment wall. this wall is (23"") in height, and the top rung of the ladder is (54"") from the containment floor. this person has (6) fractured ribs and will likely miss at least four weeks.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16593,employee was descending down an a-frame ladder and missed placed footing from 3rd rung to 2nd rung on ladder and lost balance.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16594,"employee was fueling equipment and tripped over a 2"" fuel hose. he fell and caught himself with his right arm and heard a pop in the shoulder area. er physician diagnosed with muscle strain and the arm was placed in a sling. he is to follow up with his physician the week of 6/4/12. he is on modified duty until he sees another physician.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16595,"employee was side bolting in the 12j section, as ee was retrieving 6 foot bolts from on top of the rear of the miner ee's right foot slipped off the step. ee's foot got caught in the miner cable and ee felt a pain in ee's right ankle. ee continued to work all ee's scheduled shifts until ee began missing work on 2/25/2022. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16596,"ee was carrying in a 20lb propane tank from pickup parked outside the 409 door. while walking toward the building he slipped on a patch of ice. he fell to the ground and hit his face, cutting his upper lip",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16597,employee was changing a screen without a harness and fell off screen deck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16598,employee was exiting raw grind building when he slipped and fell twisting his ankle. on 1-16-12 employee went to the doctors and found he fractured his leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16599,"worker was attempting to walk under a low conveyor. while doing so twisted his left knee, spraining the knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16600,mill foreman was walking down a handicap ramp leading from the office warehouse when he slipped on a slick spot and fell on his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16601,employee working near edge of highwall fell 90 feet after slipping or stepping in wrong direction.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16602,while hanging curtain employee tripped and fell into rib hitting his left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16603,"typical construction conditions, surface was uneven and rough. ee unclipped harness to converse with the drill foreman. he lost his footing on the rough surface and fell approximately 30' off the ledge.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16604,"ee was climbing down the ladder of the primary jaw, slipped, and twisted his lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16605,"dismounting ladder from hoist pedestal, stepped into recessed area of deck, fell forward & fall was halted by a chain guard rail. this person works for arch coal inc technical services - he is not an employee of hobet mining, inc.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16606,employee was getting off a rock truck. ee slipped and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16607,"employee states he was stepping over a small concrete pier foundation when he slipped on someloose gravel, causing him to fall forward strik-ing his elbow on another concrete pier located directly beside the one he was stepping over.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16608,"injured was carrying a belt return roller when he stepped on a loose rock causing him to slip, twisting his back",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16609,while inside the office employee stopped to talk to supervisor; he backed up against a box and fell backwards. employee tried to catch his fall hurting the back of his right hand; resulting in a hand sprain and hand fracture.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16610,"guard rail failed, ee fell, ee received cut on back of head.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16611,"operator was exiting machine and while going down ladder, ee slipped and fell and caught self with right arm and shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16612,employee had been running to check on another employee in the #01 white ford. employee is not sure how or what he did. knee had swelling and was getting stiff. employee had knee surgery on 10-21-04 making this reportable.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16613,while sorting c-channel beams ee tripped over a choker and sprained right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16614,"employee was tied with a harness off of a monkey face welded to an i-beam, the weld broke free allowing him to fall 8 feet to the ground. his head struck the ground cutting the back of his head. ppe was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was a factor, mining equipment/systems was not a factor, miner proficiency was a factor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -16615,was cleaning the lid on the canica vsi crusher. when he went to climb down his foot slipped on the rail and he twisted his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16616,ee was attempting to cleanup a floc spill on the floor at the prep plant when ee slipped and fell and strained lower back. ee has continued to work but started receiving physical therapy on 02/23/2017. this is being reported as a medical treatment accident.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16617,ee was walking to the breaker station when he stepped into a 4 foot deep hole full of water that had been left in the walkway by contractors and not flagged off.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16618,while replacing buckets on the 22 foot elevator employee slipped on loose sand on the ground catching his hand between the bucket and belt twisting his wrist. diagnosis strained right wrist/ulna-carpal ligament strain. ice pack for 30 minutes 3 to 4 times a day.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -16619,"ee was going down the steps, slipped and fell on second step and landed on his left side of back. ee was o.k. and worked his regular shift. went to hospital next day.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16620,employee stepped on an uneven surface and dislocated his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16621,"working on cement silo lighting, employee slipped while climbing down a ladder. he twisted his left hand/wrist in an effort to stop his fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16622,ee was leaving the warehouse 1 location going to lunch. she was walking pass the big hanger bay door and tripped over the forks on the grade-all which were pointed towards the hangar bay door. ee could not get up immediately after she fell so she crawled to the side walk and set there for approximately a minute and then got up and proceeded to walk back to her office.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16623,employee was descending stairs without load when he stepped down improperly causing loss of balance and ankle to twist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16624,"on 1-10-08 at 10:00 pm, a packaging operator was clearing a jam at the second level of the line 3 palletizer. the operator was attempting to carry 3, 10 pound bags of product down the steps from the second level. with both hands full, the operator missed the last step of the stairs and fell to the floor. the operator suffered a sprain / contusions on his right knee, and leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16625,operator misjudgment; heavy dew accumulation; operator decided to try & turn on the fuel pump by standing on an oil dry container. operator lost footing & slipped off. the employee worked their entire shift without making any note of injury. employee later called the foreman over the job to notify the foreman they were at the emergency room getting their back looked at. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16626,a rail car loader operator twisted an ankle when the operator slipped and fell on top of the rail car the operator was walking on that was wet causing a hairline fracture of the right heel bone. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16627,employee was checking the oil in his truck when he stepped off an uneven surface twisting his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16628,a fully trained miner was walking through a crosscut when miner tripped and fell injuring lower back. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16629,"employee heard a ""whining"" noise from d65px, thought a hose may have blown or had a leak. employee got out of cab & was standing on r side track to look at hydraulic sight glass. employee slipped off the track and landed on feet on the ground (approx. 3 ft). employee twisted a knee & jarred their neck.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16630,"man was changing clothes, fell against basket hanger in washhouse, lacerated his left ear. cut was repaired 1"" long, rec'd stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16631,employee alleges that his foot slipped off step while getting onto forklift. he bumped lt. knee on the side of forklift. we are continuing to investigate allegations. this ee began modified duty on 6/20/04.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16632,ee was walking across powder magazine. on one of his steps his right ankle rolled and he heard a pop. there were no tripping hazards. ee suffered a distal fibula fracture.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16633,"while descending stairs, employee slipped and fell on right elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16634,"employee states as ee was exiting the man van at the end of night shift, ee felt a sharp pain in back. ee reported it when ee returned the evening of 6/20/16, and sent to see ee's pcp. days off started 6/21, appointment on 6/24, taken off work until 7/4/16.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16635,muddy walkway caused miners foot to stick in mud; while pulling foot free miner strained his hamstring.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects -16636,"employee stated was in the process of stepping up into the motor when foot slipped out from under employee, causing employee to strike left rib cage on the side of the motor. employee sought medical attention on 3/25/2017 and was placed on restricted duty. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16637,the employee was walking through the plant area and stepped on ice covered with snow. he slipped and fell on his upper back causing a contusion and strain. he was given a rx.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16638,"ee was at the rotary breaker when he noticed rock on a belt. the rock was behind the tailpiece he went into area & removed rock and when he raiesed up from bent position, he struck a ibeam with his forehead y",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16639,"raining & muddy roads. mud had collected on the steps to the driver's compartment while driving to fill location. driver was dismounting while facing the cab, stated he had hold of grab bar & the steering wheel but his foot slipped & he fell 3 to 4 feet to the ground onto his left hip. initial exam & x-rays were negative for fractures but ct-scan showed hairline fractures at hip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16640,"ee is a parttime worker assisting in engineeringdept. on work study program thru local hi sch.l he was accessing the stairway entrance to engineering bldg, and he slipped on some ice resulting in a fall. he was fitted with wrist brace & placed on restricted duty for 1 wk as a consequence",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16641,as he stepped off a loader backwards and turned to walk away he felt a slight tingle which gradually got worse.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16642,"employee was painting rib markings and as ee was turning around, tripped on a rock. when ee fell, the right hand and wrist landed on a sharp rock. this contact caused a laceration on ee's right hand and wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16643,ee just dismounted from the water truck and started to walk away. the ground was unlevel and he twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16644,employee was fueling a dozer and he slipped and fell to the ground approximately 9 feet.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16645,"employee stepped out of dozer to check loose air filter housing, slipped on slick tracks, fell on tracks and then to the ground. employee recently treated and taken off work effective 2/14/11.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16646,stated: employee was driving scoop to charging station. he hit the panic bar and had to exit the scoop to reset breaker. he reset breaker and fell from the scoop injuring his foot and back. he did not go to the doctor until 10/8/2012. he was placed off work pending further tests.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16647,while pumping cribs-ee stepped backwards onto 2-1 1/4 poly stickliner twisting his left ankle. surgery was required on left ankle to place back in socket.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16648,conditions were clear and dry. employee was walking from a van to the administration office to clock out when they turned their ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16649,while crossing the belt at the #2 tailpiece employee's right foot slipped off the tailpiece causing him to twist his right knee. he continued to work until the day of his surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16650,"employee slipped while descending a ladder hitting ground with left foot, toes down. while walking away employee realized that the left great toe was swollen. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16651,employee was on 992g when he fell from the fender hurting his left arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16652,"while getting in hammer, employee's foot slipped off the step due to mud buildup and he fell, hitting his chest against the door frame. went to doctor who reported a cracked rib. doctor sent employee back to work. employee continued to work until he stated the pain was to severe; that was on 6-21-04.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16653,"employee was exiting a 930 loader, when he lost his footing and fell off of the steps to the ground, landing on his right knee and bending it back under his body.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16654,"employee was walking across railroad tracks in the plant yard, tripped and fell injuring l shoulder. partial tear to rotator cuff. treatment - physical therapy.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16655,"emp was preparing to wash out the bed of the battery car. emp was standing on top of the battery car and fell 62"" to the ground. the employee struck right eye area on an orange traffic cone lying on its side. emp taken to er, has fx to eye and had stitches. no restrictions.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16656,"employee was reporting for work. after checking with the train operators, he attempted to climb over two coupled train cars when he slipped and fell, injuring his left hip and elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16657,"employee was working on the blending bins, when employee jumped off platform he hit on his right heel.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -16658,"coming down steps from hanging a sack on screen 3, the heel of his boot got caught on a metal piece on second step & he fell. landing on right knee, hand and shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16659,employee was examing the belt entry when he stepped or slipped on a rock and strained his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16660,contract highway truck driver fell while exiting cab of truck. fell to the ground complained of back pain contacted ems for transport to clinch river medical in richlands va. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16661,he was hosing out drip pan on head of 3 north #1 while standing on a step ladder and fell on his left shoulder when he lost control of the hose and was hit in the face.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16662,employee was walking down stairs when he slipped and strained his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16663,"miner slipped while walking and hit ground 12/20/2019 bruising elbow hip and knee, but has not received any medical treatment until june 25, 2020. miner has now had outpatient surgery to scrape scar tissue off elbow. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16664,employee was walking and tripped over some used drill bits that were lying on the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16665,"employee was working at left side of desk. employee turned and stood up and started to walk toward the right when she tripped over the bottom desk drawer. the drawer was closed, but doesn't latch properly and sometimes comes back open.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16666,"ee was moving a ladder while looking up & stepping backwards. he stepped into the center of the raw mill table, falling & landing on his right side at the torso area. he came to the office at 9:09 am & said he had fallen & wanted to go to the hospital. he was having trouble taking deep breaths.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16667,"employee stated that he was training for the position with the lube crew. while helping service a loader, he sat down on top of the engine hood attempting to take his coveralls off. he said he fell backwards off the loader and down between the rear tire and loader striking the axle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16668,a digestion general mechanic was working with a co-worker staging pipe on the ground for assembly and lifting into the overhead pipe rack. the injured and co-worker lifted one section of pipe to align it for assembly with another section when the injured employees foot got stuck and caused him to fall backward with the pipe. the injured fell on his buttocks straining his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16669,employee was going down the stairs from 8th floor to 7th floor when he slipped and caught with his left hand hurting his left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16670,"employee was dismounting from a 100t haul truck. when he stepped down on the ground with his right foot, he felt a pop in his right knee. shortly after, the knee began to ache and swell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16671,employee was carrying rock to the trash bin. he jumped on a metal step and fell through the step. he twisted his right knee as he fell. there was slight swellig and immediate pain. upon dr. examination his knee was found to be strained. he was directed to stay off of it for a day then return to work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16672,"the employee was climbing down ladder on front-end loader, and slipped and fell to the ground. the ladder was in good condition. the employee stated his steel toe workboots were worn and did not have any grip on the bottom of the boots. a physical inspection of the boots confirmed his statement.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16673,employee tripped and fell while walking; falling to the ground. employee sought medical treatment and was taken off work for one shift.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16674,"while ee was reseeding the baltic waste dump, the ground underneath him gave way. as he re balance himself, he put his hand on the ground, and his left pinky finger hit a rock and then broke.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16675,"the employee was exiting off the bus to start dayshift, when she stepped down and into a frozen tire rut. this caused the ankle to twist awkward and employee fell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16676,unsecured materials in an enclosed trailer.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16677,"stowing cylinder used for loesche mill. towmotor opr. had cylinder suspended w/forks and was moving it into place. cylinder began to teeter. emp. climbed onto shelng area to attempt to stabliz e cyclinder. pallet he was standing on gave way.in attempt to break his fall, he grabbed onto the shelving with left hand. posiblity of surgery.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16678,employee reports they slipped on concrete and fell. 3/12/201 employee sent for mri of left knee- grade 2 mcl sprain. restriction imposed 3/12/2021 of desk duty only. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16679,slipped in mud and fell twisting his neck and back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16680,ee was in the process of loading supplies for the roof bolting machine when he slipped & fell. he tried to catch himself & injured his right hand & lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16681,"ee had just descended a portable work platform, he stepped on an uneven surface and twisted his right ankle. ee was evaluated by an off site medical provider and placed on restricted duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16682,"was getting some empty sacks to fill, stepped back and fell over a skid with a small sack on it.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16683,right foot slipped on frost covered ladder rung. tried to catch himself from falling re-injuring right shoulder. right rotator cuff re-injured.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16684,jumped from trackhoe track and heard a popping sound in his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16685,employee was assigned to flush on the 400 and 500 mfl pads and twisted her left ankle while walking to the valves.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16686,"walking from shop to office, slipped fell on ice and broke leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16687,"employee was ascending the steps on the cat 789c rock truck when he slipped on the bumper, losing his footing and fell on the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16688,injured and co worker were walking thu the crosscut from #4 to #3 entry. employee stated he was looking at the roof and he stepped into an offset in the bottom causing him to fall to the bottom spraining his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16689,"employee stated he was walking up entry when he felt sharp pain in lower back 54"" coal had been doing nothing out of the ordinary.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16690,employee reported that he was tightening come-along while performing maintenance on #2 crusher when anchor chain failed causing him to fall and cut the back of his head. injury required 5 staples.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16691,"leaving #7 entry go to left bolter, trip over rock, fall onto left knee. complete shift, file injury report, go home, next day go to family dr. has soft tissue damage & brusing. on 6-10-2010 find out employee not at work. call him at home learn been taken off work until 6-14-2010. employee not show up for work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16692,"while exiting the scoop ee twisted left knee, tearing the meniscus. ee went off work 12/3/18. ee is scheduled for surgery 12/27/18.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16693,ee was standing on engine compartment of drill engine-ee removed panel-ee stepped on raised side of engine-compartment panel fill causing the ee to lose balance. ee fell approximately 6.5 feet. ee received fracture to left hip and lacarations to left elbow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16694,while turning conveyor off he tripped on roller frame.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16695,"employee was carrying a strip of plastic, slipped in a muddy spot on decking, and fell to one knee. employee's left knee hit the ground. employee has not missed any work, but has now been referred to orthopedic specialist for further evaluation.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16696,"employee stated that they were stepping out onto the crawlers of the 325 cat longarm when the cat pad they stepped on shifted causing them to lose balance and they fell off the crawlers to the ground injuring their head, back, and neck.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16697,slipped on ladder of grader while getting out and hit hip on blade and head on ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16698,ee slipped on ice while walking through yard area. strained back muscles.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16699,"employee was carrying 5 gallon oil can when he tripped over 3"" hoses. he fell, striking his right hip on the oil can and twisting his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16700,"the ee was barring down on a muckpile. a rock began to slide down his scaling bar, so he dropped his bar and stepped back. as he did so he tripped on a rock and fell backwards, striking his fo rearm on another rock as he landed. resulting in a cut on his forearm requiring two sutures.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16701,employee was exiting the cab of a mechanical scaler and slipped on step causing a laceration to his left hand requiring 3 stitches. no gloves were worn at the time of the incident.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -16702,while operator was attempting to wash windows on 992 loader he lost his grip and fell from the deck resulting in two broken ribs. it was raining and operator did not utilize best practives for cleaning windows in 992,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16703,i.e. was on a ladder sealing a stopping. when he started to come down he missed a step. this resulted in i.e. falling backwards off the ladder on his back. this resulted in a back strain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16704,"employees were working on the j50 portable jaw crusher. the plant was down and employee was helping the mechanics repair the radiator. employee was standing on the hydraulic tank handing the mechanics the parts. employee then walked onto a ledge (6-8"") to get down, lost footing and fell approx. 10-11 feet.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16705,operator reported he twisted his ankle but not sure if it was at work or home on 4-25-2012. on 5-2-2012 employee was put on lite duty by doctor and was told to wear a boot cast to relieve the pain. employee was moved from the work site to the office. no missed work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16706,ee slipped on vinal floor fell onto right hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16707,employee states he was washing out the inside of the log washer. he slipped and fell onto the paddles which resulted in bruising his ribs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16708,ie was getting out of vehicle in the parking lot when they slipped and fell landing on back. employee went to be checked out due to back pain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16709,"he was walking and he stepped in rut, causing him to fall, twisting rt. knee and ankle. ** started missing 07-23-08**",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16710,"climbing off dozer while doing repair work, he lost his footing and slipped causing sprain or muscle injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16711,"ee was assisting in building a crib to support 8' water line at #6 belt head in order for equipment to pass under this area. ee stepped in a hole, lost his footing and fell to the ground striking his head in a crib block. this resulted in a laceration above hie left eye brow, requiring 5 stiches to close the wound.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16712,walking to work station and stepped in small hole in the floor and foot rolled over,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16713,"employee changing screens in crusher, standing on platform, facing crusher box using an impact gun to tighten screws. he walked off the end of the platform and fell landing on a hopper box wall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -16714,"employee started shift on 8/28/21 at 6pm operating a loader. at 2:30am (8/29/21), they stopped loader operation for a break. when they stepped down onto last step, they reported left knee bent backwards causing pain. medical care diagnoses include: 1) sprain of unspecified site of left knee, 2-3) pain in and effusion unspecified knee, and 4) other bursitis.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16715,"while ascending ladder to catwalk, the injured fell",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16716,he lost balance while standing in scoop bucket and fell across scoop bucket: contusions of leg and elbow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16717,loader operator lost balance while exiting loader and fell from platform outside loader cab onto the ground and landed on his back after hitting loader fender. at present time he is still being evaluated by his physician for back pain. the accident did not require hospitalization.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16718,employee stepped out of his dozer and injured his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16719,while adjusting yard light fell off track smashing ring finger on left hand which had to be drained (finger nail),SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16720,ee was scaling a load of coal at branch scales. he was standing on drivers side fuel tank step lost his footing and fell from step into mud & water beside the scale.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16721,miner was repairing the wash screw tub and was carrying a fabricated part to install. ee lost footing as ee walked under the tub and struck head on the flange of a nearby water pipe. ee received a laceration above the right eye. ee was taken to the clinic to receive treatment. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16722,"employee stated while cleaning up around a dumpster, ee was carrying a pallet when ee tripped and fell hitting ee's right knee on a piece of a concrete block. the employee started missing work on 9-9-22. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16723,"employee was walking in #5 entry, 3 north left section and slipped on uneven bottom and twisted his left ankle resulting in a fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16724,walking and stepped on some uneven bottom which caused him to twist rt. ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16725,was walking in her area when she stepped on the railroad tracks and fell,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16726,tripped coming off a ladder,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16727,employee knee gave out as he was navigating around a pallet. employee had a pre-existing condition that may have caused his knee to fail .,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16728,employee was cleaning the windows on a cat d-9 dozer when he lost his footing and fell on his feet. he felled to maintain three-points of contact while cleaning the window.when he landed on his feet. he fractured his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16729,"employee was driving an on-site fuel truck, after re-fueling the dozer, he begins to drive down a declining haul road. he claims brakes failed to slow down truck. he decided to jump from the moving truck, resulting in a laceration to his head. the brakes were inspected and found to be in working order. cause of accident- excessive speed.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16730,"climbing off gooseneck trailer, missed stepped and fell to ground breaking fall with left hand. fell approximatly 30-inches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16731,employee was opening the door on back of crusher. the door fell down and knocked him from the ladder causing him to hit his back on divider in hopper.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16732,"employee helping driver to fix backup alarm, missed step when climbing out of truck. fell on tailbone lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16733,"employee slipped and fell and experienced right shoulder pain. the injury was classified as a first aid until march 19, 2004 when the employee was taken off work for shoulder pain with possible tendon damage. conservative treatment is being administered.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16734,"while walking with his supervisor, the injured miner slipped on a rock, caught himself mid-fall, and felt a sharp pain in his lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16735,"as ee was crossing over old style relay bar, he tripped and fell onto his left shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16736,"crossing from ground to concrete pad, injured did not get their entire foot on the pad (only the front part of the foot) and fell off the pad into a small open ditch, breaking both bones in the lower right leg. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16737,"ee was stepping down from dragline machinery house. when he stepped onto the catwalk on the dragline shoe, he twisted his right ankle. on 07/20/02, the ee was taken to the er & x-rays were tak en & were negative. the ee was the placed on restricted duty. he was released for full duty 07/25/02.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16738,"exiting bobcat and slipped in the mud, twisting his right knee. for the first two days received first aid, wednesday 9/10/14 received a script for physical therapy. transferred to light duty until 9/17/14.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16739,"employee was walking down ls-4 catwalk, when the catwalk broke through causing the employee to fall approximately 20 ft. to the ground below.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -16740,"ee walking on a concrete floor, slipped and fell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16741,"after performing clean up work, the employee stood up to stretch injuring his knee. earlier in the day the employee slipped causing pain to the same knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16742,the employee stepped out of a skytrak and sprained his ankle. injured had submitted a two weeks notice prior to the accident to pursue a job opportunity with marathon. his last day of employment was on december 30th.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16743,walking on decline when felt rt knee pop. diagnosed with fractured knee cap and torn ligament,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16744,"a miner was carrying an aluminum beam assisting with a coal handling facility repair. the miners foot slipped off the bottom step of a staircase which resulted in the employee catching balance, causing mild compression fractures to vertebrae in the back. the miner returned to work with no restrictions.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16745,"ee was working on injection system pipe, ee tripped over chain which was hooked to pipe. resulting in fall on right knee. report only at time off accident. reported torn ligments to supervion would have to be repaired lost time began 10-5-01.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16746,"ie was walking down the belt line and as the ie was passing the booster pump, he stepped over the main waterline to avoid the hoses from the booster pump, when his right foot came down on a chunk of coal. his leg kicked out which was going to cause him to fall. he reached up with his left arm and grabbed the belt chain to keep himself from falling and injured his left arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16747,employee was descending the stairs of the cat 988g loader. he slipped on the third step causing him to fall into the steel louvered engine guard. the exposed edge of the guard cut his arm near the left elbow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16748,employee was walking up metal stairs and slipped on the third step. he caught himself by grabbing the railing but resulted in straining his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16749,ee was getting out of a crane. he turned to go down the ladder and was in a twisted position when he felt a sharp pain in his lower back. he could not straighten up without pain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16750,"a customer entered pit with his pickup truck. i approached him with loader. as soon as loader was off, he climbed up on bottom step, talked to me a minute or so, then his right hand appeared to slip. he spun in a circle, fell under machine and hit his head on the edge of main frame.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16751,"employee was welding on drag line bucket. while standing on a cable spool he attempted to step off the spool, fell to the floor and landed on his left arm. he was transported to a local hospital and diagnosed with a broken left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -16752,"employee was standing on a ladder cleaning a pin to put bushing in tailgate of the terex ta400. ee was stepping down the ladder, and was further up than they realized. as ee was stepping down to concrete floor, they ended up falling to concrete floor, landing on the left hip - braking a hip bone, with possible injury to shoulder, elbow, head, fingers. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16753,employee was descending down a surface loader ladder and missed the bottom step; falling to ground. the fall resulted in a minor separated shoulder which required restricted duty for three shifts and immobilization device for two days.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16754,employee stated that while exiting #36 jeep to throw the 14 left section switch when he caught his foot on the operator's seat causing him to fall to the mine floor resulting in a fractured left hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16755,"employee was going down steps tripped and fell resulting in 2 inch cut above left eye requiring (8) stitches, a busted lip and a fractured tooth possibly needing root canal for repair and lacerations to left hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16756,"ee was climbing down the ladder of the roof bolter. he had a water cooler in his hand while descending the ladder. he was approx. five feet from the bottom of the ladder, when he lost his footing and could not hold on to the rails of the ladder. he then fell to the ground breaking his left, lower arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16757,"employee was washing floor in shower area using a garden hose when hose caught on bench leg. as employee tried to free hose, he slipped and twisted his left knee. on 12/1/05 employee had surgery to repair knee and began missing work at that time.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16758,"employee opened the door of his d11 dozer and stepped out onto the deck, he straddled the door to retrieve an air hose that was attached to the cab. the hose had been used for repairs. he went to throw the hose off and lost his grip and fell. he suffered a broken arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16759,employee was helping to install new screens on the s131 screener. he was using two prybars to left the screener deck housing. his foot slipped causing him to lose control of the weight. he alledgedly felt a sharp pain in his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16760,"ee was climbing down from 325 excavator track assembly onto frozen ground, slipped while stepping off the equipment causing rt. knee to twist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16761,"miner climbed a platform to grease feeder bearings. area is inaccessible. miner was not wearing a safety harness. miner finished greasing bearings, miner stepped back and fell through an opening in the handrail of the platform. miner fell approximately 15 feet onto a pile of rock. county emergency personnel called to treat miner.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -16762,employee did not go to the doctor until 11/13/2014. employee was at the landfill site unloading cement from a trailer. he climbed up on the truck to unhook the blower hose and fell off the truck and twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16763,"employee was walking down stairs from the baghouse, ee missed a step or lost ee's footing, missing 3 steps when ee fell on the transition platform twisting left ankle, landing on ee's left knee, straining ee's neck and must have hit ee's head on the hand rail causing ee to have a mild concussion. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16764,"ee was hanging line curtain using 8' step ladder. ladder was placed on gob & when injured started to climb, ladder started to tilt. injured jumped off ladder backwards and hyperextended his kn ee. finished shift & went to e.r. later thursday.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16765,employee was working to remove a dryer lid when he lost his balance falling approximately 4-5 feet and fractured his right wrist. employee later required surgery. employee started missing 8-9-05.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16766,ee was stepping off the anode rack when his left ankle rolled; causing the employee to fall. the ee was checked by first responders and then transport to the er to be checked. the employee was taken off work for a left sprained ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16767,ee was walking up conveyor belt to clear any large boulders that might be stuck on shaker chute when he tripped and lost his balance from his own two feet. he hit the shaker on his left side of his chest. he got up and told his supervisor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16768,"employee was climbing down a cat 772g and slipped off the last step. employee fell on right hand, wrist and arm. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16769,"initial accident reported to supervisor on 6-25-09, ee thought the injury was very minor and did not want to go to the doctor. the injury was still bothering him and he went to doctor on 8-17-09. he was riding railcar to switch tracks, he jumped off before car came to a stop at switch, on landing he felt a sharp pain in the back of right foot and heel areas.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16770,employee was walking out of prep plant and stepped in a drainage ditch and sprained ee's right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16771,employee climbed up on the conveyor belt during setup to get to an electrical box. it had rained the night before so employee's boots were wet from the puddles on the ground. employee's foot slipped causing employee to fall off the ledge they were standing on.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16772,"injured was improperly riding a rail car in transit when the train came to a stop. he fell from the top of the car to the knuckle below, fracturing the small bone from his wrist to his little finger on his right hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16773,employee was tying a hand brake on a single rail car when he lost his grip and fell backwards. he landed on his back on the rail.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16774,injured slipped and fell down while using a water hose.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16775,"employee was in process od starting equipment and since the rock truck he was working on would not start he climbed the boarding ladder and removed the outer air filter in order to spray starting fluid. while doing this, he lost his balance and fell approx 7 ft and landed on his feet. he subsequently sprained his lower left leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16776,employee was entering cab of track equipment when his foot slipped causing sprain to right arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16777,was getting out of battery scoop operator's compartment. his foot slipped when the seat in the scoop turned and he twisted his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16778,employee stated he stepped down off of a rail and turned his ankle while laying track.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16779,employee was performing maintenance on belt when employee slipped due to moisture on footwear.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16780,employee twisted his knee in muddy conditions when walking.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16781,employee was walking down a sloped walkway and stepped with his left foot on the horizontal portion and turned to his right spraining left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16782,ee was walking to part's sled and made a mis-step and stepped into a holes then he felt pain in lower back. at spad #1645.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16783,individual was walking down 15w track entry when tripping in an off set in the mine floor. falling on right wrist. individual continued to work until 8/24/11 when he went off work due to incident.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16784,"employee was cleaning buildup around the b9 conveyor belt. when employee went to take a break, employee believes the rake may have caught on the grating or their foot causing employee to be off balance. as the employee stepped back there was a stair case which the employee tripped and went down two or three steps. the employee indicated their right leg twisted.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16785,employee jumped off the ladder of the truck and rolled ankle and then climbed into the cab to look at the ankle and slammed toe in the door also.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16786,"water pump 6"" hose became pressurized when pump was turned on and moved striking miner in the legs and knocking ee down. miner hurt ee's left wrist/lower arm bracing self from ee's fall to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16787,"while climbing on the back of the roadway to get a rock out of the chute, the employee stepped on one of the wheels on the roadway and fell. he tried to catch himself and sustained a sprained to his left shoulder and a small laceration on his left forearm. employee worked until obtaining an mri on 4/20/2012 showing a tear in his shoulder. he had surgery on 4/23/2012.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16788,after receiving medical paperwork on 1/24/17 it was found that employee slipped and fell due to ice on the ground causing a contusion and pain in low back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16789,employee alleges employee was walking by the shop trailer and employee slipped on a belt that was covered by some snow causing employee to fall to the ground cracking 2 ribs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16790,"on 2/5/12 ee was climbing onto d6r-lgp cat dozer when he slipped on the track and fell with his right shoulder hitting the track. he reported it and said he was ok, x-ray taken next day, was ok. on 3/12/12 was still in pain, doctor said get mri, torn subscapllaris, did not want anything done. on 5/7/12 he decided to have operation at this time on his shoulder, reportable accident.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16791,"ee was installing repaired lift cylinder on a 750 john deere trackhoe he positioned a ladder against the boom of the excavator, as the cylinder was lifted up and close enough for him to reach, the ladder started to slide along the boom of the excavator. he then lost his balance, fell & struck the rear bumper of the service truck resulting in pain to left shoulder & neck.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16792,a fully trained miner was loading a jack when the jack rolled off the car onto ee and ee fell backward. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved. the employee did not begin missing work until 12/28/2019.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16793,"changing a screen, went to come down ladder, miss stepped missing rung, lost grip and fell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16794,ee was stacking stone onto a pallet when he stepped forward with his right foot onto a loose stone causing him to lose his balance. as he twisted his upper torso to regain his balance he sustained a sharp pain to his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16795,employee was standing on steps of 16 m grader cleaning windows and the door came back on ee knocking ee off the steps and hitting ee's head on corner of grader blade. required 12 staples.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16796,employee was unloading top structure from car on track at #8 brk. member slipped and fell striking his head on bottom with structure landing on his chest. complained of shortness of breath.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -16797,stepping off equipment and sprain right ankle,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16798,while installing bolts employee lost balance and struck head on push arm of d9 dozer.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16799,"employee stated was mounting the 980g front end loader (c/n#21105), when ee go to the 2nd step and fell. ee fell backwards landing on left arm causing it to break. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16800,"employee slipped when walking through receiving on a spot of waster. he turned left ankle, left knee and felt a spasm in lower back. he feel into drums with left shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16801,"ee was walking up a gangway and when he reached the end, it dropped approx. thre to four feet (due to slack in lifting cables). ee fell back on the gangway in a twisting motion which resulted in a lumbar strain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16802,"employee was feeling sick and was sweating. he shut loader off, put machine in park and got out of cab to get some air. he remembers starting to exit loader and nothing else until truck driver found him laying on the ground beside the loader.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16803,"employees right foot slipped on a rock and he fell, hitting his right arm just below the elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16804,"climbing steps on shovel preparing to change cables. stepped up and foot stayed stable and straight, but knee twisted.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16805,employee was climbing up in the bed of his welding truck when he hit his knee on bumper. went to er on 9/5/06. er doctor said employee had some strained and torn ligaments in left foot. reported to company on 9/5/06 when employee went to doctor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16806,was climbing down the steps of dozer and slipped. leg was caught in stairs and strained knee while striking head on steps.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -16807,"an employee stepped off of a forklift and twisted their left ankle. due to continuing pain, the employee was seen on 7/5/17 and was given work restrictions. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16808,climbing off water truck when left hand slipped on wet handrail and gripped tighter with right hand,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16809,employee slipped and fell on his right hip and jarred his back while trying to retrieve broken drill steel from the primary hopper.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16810,"material fell from under truck the ee was cleaning, striking the ee on the head and causing him to fall to the ground. he struck his head on the concrete. he was seen by the doctor, diagnosed with a minor concussion and put off work. returned to work full duty on 01/23/15.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16811,"employee was marking drill holes in the kelly seam pit, when he slipped, fracturing his right leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16812,"employee was walking between plants, slipped on a wet surface and fell, injuring lower back. was diagnosed as lower back strain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16813,ee was climbing donw off of the lube truck and grabbed the rail with his left hand. when he went to grab the nipple of the grease tank with his right hand he missed his point of contact and fe ll backwards losing his grip and falling approx.ft to the ground landing on his right arm and causing a fracture above the wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16814,the hole cover had become dislodged and came free of the platform during transport.the employee put the cover back up on the platform and stated that it's not in the right place then he accessed the platform to unhook a chain from the loader.the employee then inadvertently stepped on the cover and since the cover was not in its proper place it allowed him to fall through the hole.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -16815,"injured had slipped and fell on 3/29/19 and hurt shoulder, had continued working and on 5/3/19 went for an mri for shoulder pain. on 5/7/19 injured was placed on restricted duty for thickness tear of the supraspinatus insertion without retraction.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16816,"ee was assisting maintenance with change out of grates in cement clinker cooler. mechanic handed ee grates through doorway of cooler, ee caught boot on step grating and fell sideways onto left knee, dropping grates on right thigh & straining back. she saw physician for the first time on 10/9/03 & has received osteopathic manipulative treatment on more than one occasion.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16817,"ee states he stepped off a skid steer onto uneven ground, twisting his right ankle and causing muscle strain. ee was placed on modified duty 12/9/10 and released to full duty on 12/16/10. there is no lost time associated with this injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16818,the ee had to climb up & down a ladder several times to inspect the air system. the last time that he came down he felt his knee give out. the supervisor was standing there when it happened.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16819,the employee was leaving the cab of his utility pickup and he stepped on an uneven surface. the employee sprained his ankle. the employee was taken to a physician for observation and he was diagnosed with an ankle sprain. he received a release to return to work with restrictions.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16820,"worker was climbing down a ladder when his foot slipped, causing him to fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16821,"employee was stepping off excavator, right knee popped when foot made ground contact",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16822,ee was exiting parts trailer when he fell hurting his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16823,"employee was inspecting bearing on crusher. when getting down from crusher, the ladder fell approx 4 feet, landing against plant wall. employee saw doctor, but continued to work. m.d. referred him to neuro. last day worked 12-30-09.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16824,while climbing down the ladder the miner lost her grip and fell off the loader.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16825,he was carrying hard guarding to install during power move when he stepped in a hole and twisted his left ankle causing a fracture to the left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16826,ee lost his footing walking along railroad tressell going to his car.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16827,"ee was using a high pressure hose to clean off an area on 2001 truck. he was standing on a ladder that was not the proper tool for this job. when he left off the pressure on the hose, he lost his balance and fell to the ground. he landed on his right side. the fall resulted in an injuury with two broken ribs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16828,employee stepped onto an elevated wood block. the wood block was not stable and rolled. the employee fell and sprained his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from piled material -16829,"loader was parked on pressure wash pad, employee was climbing down ladder and slipped",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16830,"employee put his left foot on tube pallet in order to square up big bag which was about 1/4 full of clay. when he turned to walk away, he twisted his left knee. this left knee has a pin in it. this is an old injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16831,"employee was walking in the contractor parking lot from their car to the company van. as employee was walking, employee slipped and fell onto knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16832,employee was exiting a 4400 rock truck and slipped coming down the steps and fell breaking a bone in left hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16833,"he was bent down welding for about 15 minutes, then went to climb up ladder. foot slipped off, then went to put foot back on ladder and felt sharp pain in lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16834,"employee was power washing the excavator when he slipped on the track and hit his leg against the excavator, causing a bruise to his left leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16835,ee was picking rock inside tipple shack. he slipped and fell to floor. he tried to catch himself and he landed on elbow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16836,"employee reported: when walking across section, stumbled and fell onto his left shoulder. pain and discomfort continued, 6 weeks after event received medical treatment. in late june, mri was taken, determined he a torn rotator cuff in the left shoulder. on 7-23-2009 surgery was performed to repair the tear. became a lost time reportable injury on that date.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16837,"ee was pulling vent tube towards trash trailer and slipped and fell down, hurting left knee. ee is to have surgery on 3/27/08.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16838,"traveling down a set of steps, fell, injured his left knee and right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16839,"ee was working on the 3rd floor of the fine crushing building. ee took a step backwards & tripped on the concrete curb that is used to support the mantle main shift. the ee fell to the floor but stated that ee was uninjured. on 6/16, the ee was seen by the clinic to be medically evaluated & ee was treated for a back strain/sprain & given restrictions & physical therapy. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16840,"he was working around belthead and was putting a timber up on tailpiece and slipped on 2"" water supply line and fell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16841,"ee was going up flight of steps to waste plant too fast, not paying attention or using handrails. he tripped in-between steps and landed on his face.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16842,"employee was exchanging lp tanks for his forklift while it was raining and lost his footing and fell on the concrete. he had abrasions on his right elbow, bruised hip, and said his rib cage was sore. he sought first aid for the abrasions,at the time of the incident. he was taken to the e.r and diagnosed with a rib fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16843,employee was descending stairs and missed a step and felt pain in the knee. this did not become a recordable until 3/8/2019 when the employee's doctor restricted employee. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16844,the employee had dismounted his front end loader and was standing next to the loader when he slipped. the slip and fall accident was due to the ice that he was standing on next to the loader,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16845,the blade operator was climbing the boarding ladder to the cab when ee lost grip on the right inside cab handrail causing ee to fall to the ground. the fall resulted in a right elbow dislocation fracture and a right pelvis fracture.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16846,employee was stepping off of forklift.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16847,ee returning from lunch brake walking to work area. tripped and fell while on pathway going to quarry. hit right shoulder and face. bottom lip busted and 2 teeth 1/2 gone. back of hands scratched.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16848,"ee was helping change a bearing on a head pulley. ee was standing in a chute with angle iron in it, when the wrench slipped and his foot slipped, causing ee to fall and hit his head on the side of the chute, cutting his left eye brow. he went to the emergency room and received two stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16849,employee was climbing back onto ee's haul truck when ee slipped from the first step back to the ground. its now known that this caused a small tear in ee's right achilles tendon. the diagnosis and treatment plan occurred on 1/7/2020. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16850,"ee was assisting 2 coworkers. they were lifing a screen off of the forks of the forklift. ee lost his grip, falling back onto the screen deck and landing on his buttocks.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16851,fell on ice & hit hand on elevator.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16852,"a block was ready to be extracted. three of the miners had moved to the top of the ledge. the flagman had remained on an open area of the working ledge. while instructing the crane operator to begin lifting block it made unexpected shift. at that time ee began to go down the ladder to an open ledge, approximately 6ft below. ee jumped off, landed on ee's feet, and fractured leg. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16853,going down the ladder of the loader. slipped and fell about 5 feet. hurt above the heel of the left foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16854,"was hanging cable for roof bolting machine. was on ladder. slipped & fell off lader. while falling, fell against rib of coal striking back & side and twisted back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16855,employee slipped on the bumper of his mechanic's truck and hurt his right and left shoulders.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16856,"ee rolled left ankle as he was stepping down 11"" onto the grating from line 7 flot feed pump concrete base. ee was evaluated by a physician and ee was given restrictions.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16857,"employee was leaving the drill using the main steps. as the employee reached the bottom step, the employee lost balance and fell forward landing on the left shoulder. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16858,employee stated he was operating his shuttle car and when he got out to turn around so he could change directions he stepped on a ledge twisting his right knee. he was diagnosed with a sprain/strain and given a knee brace. this is to report medical treatment only.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16859,the employee was entering truck on driver's side. the weld broke loose on the bottom step. employee swung down and caught himself with his left knee on the top step. all his weight slammed down on his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16860,"parked haul truck to use rest room. when leaving truck, slipped from step, falling to ground landing on left side. had pain in on left side and chest, taken to hospital.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16861,miner was climbing down off of water truck and pulled muscle in left calf.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16862,employee was walking from the hoist house to the south side of the surface shop and slipped and fell down.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16863,"employee stated that while he was walking down the staircase at 25 loading station, he felt his knee jar or pop out. employee declined to be seen/ evaluated at the medical clinic. employee sta ted he wanted to just report it. on 9/5/00, employee requested medical attention.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16864,employee was dismounting a caterpillar 735 articulating dump truck when he fell approximately 6 feet to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16865,ee stated he felt pain in knee while walking down slope. ee started missing work 6-13-00.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16866,employee was climbing down the ladder of the front end loader (980k cat) when his foot slipped off the bottom rung causing him to sprain his right thumb/hand we he grabbed the handrail to stop a fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16867,"while walking out of the lab on the firing floor employee stated he missed a step and fell against a wooden table. he was diagnosed with a rotary cuff tear and had surgery on 06/02/2010. june 2, 2010 was his first day missed and worked full duty until surgery.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16868,el empleado alega que mientras realizaba su labores se resbalo y se lastimo tobillo y espalda. ee claims ee slipped while working and as a result ee sprained ee's ankle and hurt ee's back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16869,employee was climbing down ladder to access work barge. while climbing down ladder the employee slipped while descending. employee's hands were on the side rails as employee was descending. the distal tip left ring finger got caught in-between the fly side rail and fly side rail stop. this caused a skin tear to the pad of the finger.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -16870,"employee was walking, stepped in a hole with right foot, felt pain in right side of body.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16871,i don't think ee was using 3 point contract. ee said he was climbing of fthe 740 lizzard truck and slipped and hit his lep on hand rail and knocked out his tooth. i looked around area of truck and did not see any blood or a tooth where he said it happened.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16872,"dismounting coal loader using 3 points of contact, missed or slipped on last step and fell to ground landing on left elbow, employee was transported to summersville regional hospital, x-rays reveled two broken bones in lower arm",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16873,"ee was loading water line when he slipped on a rock, twisted his ankle & then fell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16874,the operator was walking in the tracks the loader that employee had just climbed out of. the loader tires had compacted the fresh wet snow that created a slick icy track and the operator slipped and fell on the compacted snow. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16875,"employee was investigating a fire reported in the dump. as he approached, he tripped and fell into some hot kiln feed dust.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Contact with hot objects or substances -16876,employee fell approximately nine feet while replacing pinion shaft on primary crusher.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16877,employee's right foot slipped off of the lower grade support beam that he used as a first step to access the grader. employee has a long history of chronic back issues. employee returned to work on 8/4/14 with restrictions from his doctor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16878,ip stepped off of water truck after it was parked. using three points of control ip stepped off of placing left foot on the ground. ip then rolled ankle causing discomfort. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16879,employee was getting out of scoop and twisted his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16880,ee stepped off of d11 carry dozer backwards and landed on the rail of service truck and hurt his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16881,"repairing the hydraulic line on the drill, slipped on oil, struck head with contusion to back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16882,employee stepped on a lifter inside of the super scrubber and ee's right foot slipped off the side of the lifter. ee heard something snap in ee's right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16883,"ee was climbing down the ladder of his loader, lost his footing and slipped off the loader.he caught himself with one arm, swung around and hit against the tire of the loader.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16884,"ee was walking to his service truck when his feet flew out from under him due to the snow covered ground. ee slipped, fell and broke a rib.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16885,employee was rolling up the curtain for the miner when he stepped in a hole rolling his ankle. employee went to doctor where he was ordered to remain off work for an uncertain period of time.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16886,employee stepped off rtd into a hole and twisted his left knee. he felt a pop. he was taken to the er and diagnosed with a ruptured patella tendon. he was given restricted duty pending follow-up with an orthopedist. he was seen by the orthopedist and requires surgery for tendon repair. surgery 04/10/13. first lost work day will be 04/11/13.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16887,ee was working in working lifting stones/rocks onto pallets. he stumbled and twisted while carrying a 25 stone. weather conditions were clear and dry.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16888,"employee was standing on the toes of a shield to advance the face, lost balance and fell backwards and right knee twisted causing pain. diagnosed with a tibial plateau fracture and torn acl / meniscus on 11/9/20.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16889,employee was using a pry bar while standing on concrete forms. the pry bar slipped and the employee fell approximately four feet landing on ee's left side. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -16890,"employee was dragging 1 1/4"" plastic lines. he was going through a 30"" x 3"" mandoor when the crew members behind him pushed on the line. he fell through the door landing on his left shoulder. accident was not reported until 9/17/04. failed drug test when he tried to return to work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16891,"employee was coming down a set of steps just outside. as ee took last step with ee's right foot to the ground, ee heard and felt a pop just above the knee. ee fell to the right side on the ground. an ambulance was notified and employee was taken to longview regional medical center where the mechanic was diagnosed of having ee's right quadricep tendon ruptured.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16892,he was dismounting a haul truck and misjudged the heighth of the last step. he lost his balance and fell catching himself with his left arm. no lost time from this occurence until 2/19/04.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16893,employee was trouble shooting a sc cable and individual stated they thought they felt a shock and stepped back on material (rock/coal) twisting a knee. employee was diagnosed with a sprain/strain to the right knee and placed in a knee brace.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16894,"employee stepped off a truck ladder and tripped in a hole, falling backwards and hitting his arm on the truck parked next to him. employee received a laceration to his left bicep.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16895,"while helping another employee who had fallen, the injured employee fell and struck knee against a block, resulting in a laceration.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16896,ee leaned up against the fan wall. wall folded and fell with the ee resulting in a bruise to the left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16897,"on may 24 ee stepped forward to inspect a water box and stepped into a hole in the grating caused by the bearing unit coupling they were working on. ee was still having pain in right shoulder. on june 4, ee had mri showing right shoulder rotator cuff tears, bursitis, joint effusion with synovitis and hypertrophic changes of the ac joint. ee was put on restrictions at that time. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16898,on 11/13/20 employee slipped on the stairs in the prep plant and went to catch self hurting shoulder. employee never a missed a day of work until 7/8/2021 when employee had shoulder surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16899,slips down the stairs by the rush.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -16900,"while walking on a walkway beside a belt conveyor, he tripped on a piece of rope that is used to brack the conveyor. he never fell. the rope was removed. he broke a metal wire in his knee from an auto accident he was in back in 2001.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16901,"ee was climbing down the ladder on the powder truck. when he slipped, his arm was cut. the cut was so clean that he hadn't realized he was cut until someone pointed it out. it stopped bleeding shortly afterward.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16902,employee was welding a gate for a splitter box. the ladder was not set up properly and he fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16903,employee was getting out of a van when he strained his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16904,customer truck driver was closing the trailer lids at the safety rack when ee lost ee's footing falling off the trailer to the ground below. the employee was transferring from the safety rack platform to the top of the trailer before the incident occurred.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16905,"employee was walking, slipped on snow-packed and icy area injuring his left shoulder and left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16906,"stepping off tractor, lost footing and fell on left elbow. when he tried to get up, cut rt thumb on rock that was underwater. has 2 fractures in left elbow",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16907,"the employee was parking the grader in the shop to begin routine maintenance. when ee was climbing down the grader ladder (using three points of contact) ee lost ee's footing and grip with ee's left hand, ee caught self with ee's right arm/hand. ee originally thought ee just pulled a muscle but the range of motion and pain level continued to decline. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16908,"crew was changing the screens on the secondary lime deck and they had a loader positioned to pull screens from the bucket. loader bucket bled off and it dropped, causing the railing to fall onto the ee, knocking him into the screen. ee insisted he was fine and not hurt. next day requested vac day. he worked following day, but called in 9/22/08, wanting medical attention.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16909,ee was walking up the belt line when he slipped and hurt his right shoulder trying to stop his fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16910,while moving oil dry with hand truck down the stock room ramp he slipped on oil dry and fell under the loaded hand truck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16911,employee was stepping from a slurry railcar ladder to the ground when he tripped and broke his left wrist while trying to catch his fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16912,employee was filling a hydraulic tank with oil when he slipped and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16913,"employee stated getting out of 3.5, slipped and fell in pothole, twisted ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16914,"employee was walking while performing geologic mapping in a wooded area west of the concentrator. while walking ee tripped over some brush and downed branches, fell onto a rock, striking left knee, which resulted in a laceration that required sutures.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16915,he was descending dozer to talk to the foreman & slipped off pusharm & fell to the ground on his left side. the weather conditions were wet & very muddy. he worked the rest of the day. he work ed the next day until 1:00 p.m. & called the office for a doctor's appointment. he went to the clinic for x-rays.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16916,miner stepped down off plant ladder and rolled ankle. miner was using three points of contact and was wearing full top steel toe boots. ground conditions were smooth and well kept.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16917,employee was cleaning windows on dozer and slipped off tracks and fell to ground on left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16918,the injured stepped off a supply motor and twisted his ankle. the injured worked till 08/08/2014 the day of his surgery. due to poor communication we did not realize that he went off work for his surgery. that is why we are late reporting this incident.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16919,"employee was walking to his work area, when he slipped and sprained his lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16920,"ee tripped on a pipe as he stepped backward. as he fell he grabbed a handrail to break his fall. ee placed his entire body weight on his right arm & shoulder area. at the time ee stated he was fine & continued to work. he had pain in his shoulder area that evening after work while at home. the next day, dr diagnosed a tear of the deltoid muscle & rotator cuff contusion.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16921,"ee was retrieving a garden hose from the well pump house and was reaching for the water hose spigot when he encountered the snake. the snake struck at him, causing him to jump back to avoid being bitten. the employee landed awkwardly on his left leg and fell to the ground. upon attempting to stand, he experienced severe pain in his left knee. the result was a patella fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16922,"injured was preparing to mount excavator, as he placed his weight on his right foot, he slipped.this caused his right knee to twist. he sought medical attention on sept 16, 2000. he was diagno sed with a knee sprain. he continued to work until nov 7, 2000, before becoming a lost time accident. an mri will be performed to determined thenature of the injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16923,"worker was removing forms and stumbled over a rock. caught fall with left hand, spraining wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16924,"contract employee slipped on snow-covered walkway while carrying a guard. the guard the employee was carrying came down on his hand, pinching hand between guard and walkway. ee received cut to finger and thumb.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -16925,"while employee was exiting the lube truck, they missed the step on the ladder and strained left muscle. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16926,"employee was standing on a clean coal belt on the first floor of the plant approx. 30"" above the ground cutting a 4"" pipe. the pipe fell on his torch hoses and cut them. they began burning and he jumped off the belt to cut off the torch valves, twisting his ankle. did not go to doctor or lose time from work until 12/30/01.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16927,"the ee was carrying a 4' x 4' piece of plywood to cover beams that had been painted when ee tripped and in ee's words ""rolled ankle"". ee fractured the 5th metatarsal bone of right foot. the injury did not involve mine equipment or system, job skills, proficiency, training, attitude or any protective items related to clothing or protective devices on equipment.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16928,employee was crawling out of screw conveyer trough when he slipped and fell on his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -16929,"he was on ladder reaching over his head to remove clevis from haul truck box that was being turned over for welding purpose in the process his right foot slipped off step of ladder causing him to fall 7'4"" to ground/landing on right heel.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16930,employee slipped and fell in a parking lot while walking to his vehicle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16931,"the employee was disconnecting a chain (come-along), that was connected to the feeder box that was being taken down. ee slipped off the frame ee was sitting on (approximately 3-4'). when ee landed, ee rolled their ankle over. ee ended up breaking the ankle in two places.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16932,employee fell at entry to door to changehouse as he was reporting for work. the door is fifteen feet from the main gate. he was not on the payroll at the time. he broke his ankle. he says there was ice.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16933,walking around the screen catwalk and misstepped on slopped catwalk.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16934,ee stepped backward & fell off landing. injury occurred on 1/3/02 but did not report until 1/7/02.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -16935,ee claims he slipped on wet material while attempting to fill a 5 gallon pail with lube in order to start his lube duties. ee was seen limping into work and this accident is under investigation for validity.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16936,injured was geting off the elevator at the elevator bottom when he slipped and fell. injured struck his left hand on the elevator door when he fell. this resulted in a fractured left hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16937,ee was operating a cont. miner when he saw a coal rib working beside the machine. he turned to hurry and leave area and tripped on the cable of mining machine which caused his arm to strike shuttle car he was loading.this resulted in a laceration (avulsion type) to his arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16938,"as ee was walking down the ladder on a cat. 992g loader, he lost his footing, causing him to fall and striking his back on the metal steps. diagnosis is pending.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16939,victim was walking across snow/ice covered ground when he slipped and fell injuring his back. victim did not miss a scheduled work day until 02/13/2014.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16940,pulling a 4 yd mucker from a sump using another mucker. there was an operator in each mucker. the mechanic was on top of dead mucker with a portapower to release brakes. the operator of the st uck mucker got it started as it came out of the sump & pull ahead causing it to break loose from other mucker. thus creating a drop that caused ee to fall spraining right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16941,"employee was going after bit for the cont. miner, tripped over the cable and fell on his right knee.after investigation and a mri was done , it showed that this was not an injury. the knee had a cyst behind the knee joint behind the posterior cruciate ligament. also significant osteoarthritis, areas of synovitis, and metallic densities evidence of prior surgery.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16942,employee was stepping down from a belt cross over and twisted his knee causing him to fall. the fall hyper extended his knee. the initial doctor visit released the employee to work. on 9-26-06 he return to his doctor and has been taken off work. this is why there is a difference from date of injury and date report was submitted.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16943,climbing down ladder knee gave way and felt sharp pain in right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16944,employee stepped in pot hole caused by rain. holes were obscured by mulching that covered hole.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16945,"while digging a hole, employee slipped into hole, approx 2 ft wide and 2 ft deep. employee's feet landed in the hole and with a loss of balance he fell forward. as he fell a wrench landed with some force on his right middle finger. employeereceived treatment for bilateral knee sprain and pain in right middle finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16946,"employee was climbing down the ladder from a cat 777c rock truck. right foot was already on the step and employee tried to put his left foot on the same step and left foot slipped off of step due to mud on the step. this caused his right leg to twist, straining his right groin muscle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16947,employee was pulling hose from fuel truck to fuel dozer. foot got stuck in the mud causing employee to lose balance. employee fell backwards into the rear bumper on the fuel truck. employee hit back against the bumper causing back pain and sprained left wrist when employee tried to break the fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16948,ee was stepping along belt line and twisted his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16949,"employee slipped and fell hitting is hip, shoulder and head on concrete floor. the employee was seen by doctor the next day and recieved first aid care. the employee continued to do full job duties but had gradual worsening of shoulder pain. an mri was conducted and revealed a small rotator cuff tear on 9/9/30 and the employee was givne prescription medication.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16950,ee was leaning on chain guarding opening talking to another ee. ee fell approx 9 feet straight head on concrete pavement below.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16951,employee fell and in trying to catch himself he raked the end of his index finger down the end of the frame on the belt feeder. this action caused the nail of his finger to pull off. employee received sutures when a protective foil covering was sutured into the nail bed to promote nail growth.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16952,"man working on coal hauler 3ep unit, went to get down and twisted his left knee. started missing 8-17-05.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16953,"ee was using a four foot step ladder to weld. he repositioned the ladder, was on the second step when the ladder tipped over causing the ee to land on his right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16954,"ee slipped on ladder to bulk bins, & twisted his right knee",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16955,"while pulling the rear doors on a dragline shut the rope broke & he fell back landing on his right elbow causing pain in his right shoulder. the doctor diagnosed it as a shoulder strain & allowed him back to work w/o restrictions. because the shoulder pops now during certain movements, the dr. prescribed therapy starting october 6 which makes this injury recordable.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16956,employee was assigned to pick up trash. she kneeled down to tie a trash bag and lost her balance. she reached out with her right hand to break her fall and felt pain in the right wrist joint .,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16957,slipped on ice while walking from parking lot to the water tank. bruised/swollen knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16958,"employee was assigned to close a chute flop door. as the employee was positioned on a ladder to begin ratcheting with the chain ratchet, he slipped off the ladder and fell to the ground. approx 4 foot fall, but in the process of falling he struck his left knee on metal flooring. the impact caused a fracture to his tibula bone near the knee. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16959,employee was walking down the stairs in the pellet plant when left foot slipped and right foot went between two stairs. employee felt a strain in right ankle and knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16960,"injured employee was watering shuttle car roads when he stepped in a rut and jarred his back at 87 block, crosscut 2-3.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16961,ee was working at the breaker station. he was stepping down to a platform to clean the grizzly when he slipped on a step. he caught himself before he fell down and had a strain to his abdomen. he continued to work and reported this to his supervisor on 01/11/06. he did not miss any time until 1/27/06. on 1/27/06 he had surgery for small hernia.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16962,"labor was getting ready to move a cement slick line. just as they were about to move the line, several saw horses that were supporting the slick line collapsed. when this happened, the weight of the slick line shifted toward the labor, causing him to get off balance and roll his ankle inward (inversion). the diagnosis was a lisfranc injury to the right foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16963,"walking down entry, slipped and fell hurt lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16964,"he stated that after dismounting from battery ram car, he slipped on a loose piece of draw rock ont he mine floor, causing him to fall to the ground. as he was falling, he tried to catch his balance with his right hand, causing soreness & swelling. he continued to work and had a specialist diagnose it on 10-27-04 as having a fracture to the 4th metacarpal bone in his right hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16965,"employee was coming down off of the loader and slipped while carrying a battery, twisting right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16966,"ee just finished greasing a motor at #2 belt and started walking down the catwalk. as ee approached the ladder, ee decided to walk down the ladder facing forward. as ee started to descend down the ladder improperly, ee lost footing and fell forward from approximately 2 feet 8 inches in height and hit head. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16967,"while stepping over a 14"" hdpe pipe, the employee placed his foot on slightly uneven ground, which caused his ankle to turn.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16968,"employee was walking and stepped over a guard rail; foot slipped and employee fell on guard rail, hitting his left knee; required sutures",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16969,ee was walking out to the boat when his rt leg slipped and he rolled into the water. upon standing he felt a stinging in his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16970,customer truck driver was disconnected from their lanyard while working on the back of their trailer. the driver lost footing and fell 5 feet to the ground below.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16971,"repairman was helping lift and hang the c.m. cable when his foot slipped in mud, twisting his left knee, right hip, and lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16972,"employee reported removing 12"" pancake blind rom tee on #19 precipitator, when caustic sprayed in his direction. he fell backwards while trying to get out of the line breaking operation,resulting in a right-sided lower back strain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16973,"employee stepped out to throw switch and fell, hitting a rock and cutting his finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16974,employee was walking downstairs to a-tunnel when right ankle gave out and employee fractured bone in right foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16975,employee states that he slipped on the wet and muddy bottom. his left foot twisted and he felt a pop in his leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16976,"employee was attempting to carry a bad belt roller from the belt line into the intake, as he attempted to go thru the walk thru mandoor in the stopping, he tripped over his own feet and hit his left shoulder on the frame work of the mandoor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16977,"employee stepped backwards catching his heel on an uneven floor surface, falling backwards. he reached back to catch himself and broke his left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16978,"floor was wet and muddy, while carrying roof bolts plates to supply bolter. employee slipped and smashed finger between roof bolt plates and bolter. this resulted in a 3/4"" laceration to left middle finger that required four sutures.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16979,injured was walking along steel grating walkway near the 27 belt drive area when he twisted his left knee when he caught his foot on the grating.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16980,"on 3/26/03, employee was climbing on an extension ladder to weld on a shoot that was leaking, as he climbed to approx 6' or 7' the ladder slipped causing him to fall to the floor. due to the r esulting fall he received a fracture to his left hand, concussion and a laceration above his left eye requiring four sutures to close.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16981,employee fell approximatly 15 feet to ground. material discharged from blocked chute that he was working on to un-block.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16982,"using acetylene and oxygen in steel yard, he tripped on a piece of steel falling on left shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16983,"fall, took out a section of grating to access shoot that was cloged. ee forgot about it and stepped off into the hole. he caught himself with his arm and cut it on a piece of grating.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -16984,"employee was going down the ladder on unit #1196. he said there was a light rain at the time. when he got down to the 3rd step above the bumper there was mud or grease on the handrail, he lost his grip & fell to the ground. he said his shoulder hurt & his lower back. he went on & finished his shift & then went to the dr. on 7/25/2006.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16985,"while walking around the cat tl943 telehandler with intentions to enter the operator's cab, employee slipped on ice causing a fall. the employees right ankle and foot twisted and landed underneath his body. this caused pain and soreness to employees right ankle area. employee was taken to local hospital for observation and diagnosed with a fracture to the right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16986,employee was completing regular job duties at regular job location when the employee stepped on a piece of foam hitting knee on the ground,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16987,employee was assisting in relocating a section of pit pump cable and stepped into a hole as he was pulling the cable. employee stated that he felt his left knee hyperextend. employee was wearing all ppe required at the time.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16988,employee was climbing down from dozer. the wind blew the employee down. ee fell on the push arm and was pinned for a few minutes.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16989,employee stated they were on a ladder cleaning lights when the ladder tipped causing employee to fall to the floor. ee was transported to er and received a sling. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -16990,ee was reaching for ladder the ladder handrail had mud on it when he pulled himself up his fingers slipped causing him to fall off the first step to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16991,employee climbed up on crusher to clean a conveyor belt that had jammed. ee didn't get proper footing and twisted ee's knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16992,"cleaning up around jaw crusher, where they use a fire hose to wash out from under the jaw. it cut a wash spot out and the employee stepped in the wash out spot about 4"" deep, in which the employee twisted his left anke.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16993,"associate claimed to have fallen out mobile office and striking the metal steps that were not yet put in place for use, associate entered office by stepping across from steps that were placed 30 inches from office entrance until surface was leveled and ready for step placement, associate claims ee forgot and exited the office falling between the office and steps hitting left side",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -16994,employee stepped in hole & twisted right ankle while installing belt move.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16995,"the operator was exiting the skid loader, ee's foot caught the chain hook on the top of the skid loader bucket causing ee to fall. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -16996,"employee stepped on steel plate with muddy boots and slipped, causing pain in ee's left knee. after being re-evaluated by occudigm on october 18, 2018, it was determined that injury was an occupational injury. therefore it was changed from a non-cc injury to occupational injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16997,"injured was installing side boards on #10 shuttle car in the st leo working section. ee was in the bed of the shuttle car and when attempting to dismount the shuttle car (to go and get parts) ee twisted left knee when stepping down from the bed of the shuttle car down to the mine floor, resulting in a strain/sprain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -16998,employee was rock dusting when he tripped over a piece of cinder block causing him to fall backwards & hit his right shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -16999,hopper plug shut machine down and slipped while getting in hopper and lost balance and pulled muscles in left leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17000,"the employee was working on the stretch wrapper machine. he had to bring down the tower, do the lock out and go into the area where the dispenser is. at that point he hit the top sheet dispenser structure with his body and lost his balance getting injured on the left side his eye by hitting the base of the photocell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17001,"employee was in a laydown yard, tripped over uneven ground, and hit ribcage on a rock. ee saw pcp, who didn't have x-rays done, but took employee off work. employee requested 2nd opinion, was x-rayed on 11/28. x-rays were negative, however, physician did not release to work until 11/29/18. one day lost time.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17002,employee was exiting his personal vehicle in the parking lot before shift started. he placed his left leg on the ground and while exiting caught his right foot on the floor board causing his right knee to pop. at this point the doctor believes it is strained. he was placed on restricted duty. he did not miss any work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17003,while dismounting a dozer employee slipped on a frozen tire groove and twisted his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17004,employee alleges he stepped off of ladder and he tried to throw a jig toward the ground it hooked his coat pocket and pulled him to the ground on top of the jig.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17005,"while hooking up a chain to the continuous miner (cm) lost footing and right leg slipped under the bumper as the cm was let down causing the bottom part of right leg to get caught between the bumper and ground. was transported to the er, x-rayed and released to duty with bruising injury, was re-examined on 4/14/2014 and his right ankle showed a fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -17006,employee stated that she got out of vehicle and slipped on snow & ice.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17007,"injured employee was standing on the track of an excavator preparing to install the battery he had in his hands when he slipped, fell to the same leve, and struck his knee on the track. this caused a contusion that became a problem after about a week and required medical treatment. fluid was drained from the affected knee and he was placed on restricted duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17008,"ee was hooking up duster to scoop bucket, the hoses were tangled as he was stretching the hoses out the duster fell off of the scoop bucket jerking him down.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17009,"while standing on ladder to remove fly pads, ladder fell",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17010,ee stated he was climbing down the ladder of thetruck that he had been operating and he slipped and fell on his back. this caused pain in his lower back and right shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17011,"the employee was advancing the rbm and tripped over loose materials, causing him to lose his balance, injuring his right wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17012,"injured reported to work sick at his stomach and feeling nauseated. injured was in load out when he said he felt sick and stepped outside & threw up. at this time he got light headed, passed out & fell backwards striking his head on metal step causing laceration to back of head.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17013,"injured was exiting scoop and failed to observe the uneven bottom. as he got out he lost his footing, doing a split, one leg in the back and one leg out.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17014,driver left cab of truck and was walking to rear of trailer in dirt unloading area. states they stepped in soft spot with heel while front of foot was on harder ground. hyperextended knee in the process due to weight shift from heel to toe.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17015,injured was walking thru the cut thru to the slope belt. injured's foot slipped causing him to fall backward. this resulted in a fracture to bone in the leg. (injured finished shift and did not seek any medical attention until 2/12/07),SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17016,"ie was dismounting from co# 10-12 d11 dozer when they slipped and fell landing on the tracks of the dozer. ee was taken to local emergency room, follow up visit on the 17th with company physician indicated acute nondisplaced fracture of the l4 vertebrae.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17017,"employee was stepping onto a curb while coming to work. employee tripped on uneven surface and rolled his right ankle, causing a fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17018,"injured employee stepped on edge of crack in concrete pad near crushing plant main screen. he twisted his ankle and fell, causing a sprain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17019,employee was constructing a conveyor and was climbing onto conveyor steel frame when his foot slipped on a strut causing employee to lose his balance. employee grabbed end of strut and his wrist hit an edge of strut cutting his right wrist. employee was wearing gloves at the time.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17020,"reportable only, no lost time. stepping off block, block kicked out and he fell, landing on right arm. fractured right wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17021,after dismounting shift change bus employee was walking across drainage ditch when he stepped in mud and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17022,"while crossing a dirtpile to get on the dragline, stepped on a flat stone which was on another rock and the stone slipped, allowing right leg to overextend at the knee and injured the muscle o r ligament on reat of knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17023,"employee strained his right achilles tendon while walking up a 6' embankment to check a pond. he slipped back slightly and felt pull in his right heel. he was evaluated may 21, 2007 and the sprain to his right foot had not improved. the doctor prescribed physical therapy. no restrictions.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17024,operator was getting off bulldozed and slipped and fell landing on soft sand,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17025,"ee was walking to area inside tunnel to perform clean-up of the rock piles when he slipped on a rock, fell, hitting his right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17026,his feet were wet from muddy conditions and slipped while entering cab of truck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17027,operator climbed off loader to wash bucket out and slipped on loose gravel and twisted left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17028,ee was stepping out of port o pot and rolled ankle,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17029,"walking behind belt line, tracing a cutting torch line. water was approximately ankle deep so a sump hole could not be seen. the grating had been removed and not put back. employee fell and cut right hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17030,"while walking down an incline by the no. 4 conveyor at the morenci secondary crusher, the employee slipped on spillage and caught himself before falling. he felt slight pain in his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17031,"employee was mounting the haul truck and slipped on the third step down from the top and hit her knee on the steps. she had a small scratch and bruise, and was complaining of pain in her upper leg and lower middle back. she was taken in for examination at the er, diagnosed with back strain, referred to her personal physician and taken off work. ongoing.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17032,"while carrying a jenny pin in his right hand, employee tripped & fell striking his rt. thumb against a metal plate. this resulted in a broken bone & a laceration of his rt. thumb. the laceration required 10 sutures.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17033,"ee was going down to the car puller to unhook the winch and while doing so he rolled his ankle. ee went to the er and they put him in an air cast and no restrictions, this constituting in an msha reportable accident.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17034,employe was washing down in #8 agitator when he slipped in the mud and hit his left hand against a support beam causing a laceration to his l index finger.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17035,"walking back from lunch in #4 entry. slipped in mud, fell and injured right hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17036,employee was standing on the ledge of the fuel truck attempting to lift the fuel nozzle and hose to the top of the truck when he lost his footing and fell to the ground injuring his back and r ibs. it was rainy and muddy at the time of the accident.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17037,"employee was climbing down off of a caterpillar 992g and as he was climbing down he grabbed hold of a hose as a hand hold instead of the ladder. in doing so, he tore, possibly fractured, left shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17038,emp slipped on oily surface & twisted left knee while repairing hyd leak. note: this became lta on mar 7th due to employee having surgery on injured knee,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17039,"the employee was examining 6 ml belt. ee ducked under a waterline, as ee did, ee stepped in a ditch twisting right knee. the employee was scheduled off and then saw a specialist on 7/23/21. at this time ee began missing work. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17040,"ee was helping move miner cable out of roadway in the #5 entry, when they started moving the miner cable caught his feet knocking them out from under him. this caused him to fall on his left hip, hurting his lower back. the ee did not go and see a doctor until 12/17/10, the doctor took him off of work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17041,"the employee was carrying empty boxes from the powder magazine when the employee dropped one of the boxes, causing employee to trip over the box. employee fell on outstretched arm. the employee sustained a strain to left wrist and was placed in an immobilizer splint.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17042,"as the ee was climbing the ladder, the ladder began to tilt backwards. he was trying to get off the ladder but was unable to do so. this resulted in the employee falling 4 ft and contacting a concrete floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17043,ee got out of the haul truck to get fuel and from the last step came down with right foot stepping on frozen rut and rolled ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17044,"slip & trip fall from bed of trailer, ee landed on his back on the ground. rib bruise/contusion to right mid back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17045,employee was climbing down form a rock truck. they slipped and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17046,standing on ladder. went to step down from third step and foot slipped and slid down ladder. did not fall to ground (standing). pulled neck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17047,stepping from 4600 track to car body he slipped and fell to groung hitting chin on brass washer which was in hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17048,ee states he was tightening clamp and fell forward into pump cutting a gash on the bridge of his nose.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17049,reportable only due to stitches. employee was walking on beltline and caught his foot on a rock. he slipped and fell striking his right side of his head on the belt rail.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17050,injured was walking on a board in a wet area when his foot slipped causing him to fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17051,"employee was walking through a curtain when he tripped and fell, landing on his right knee. reportable restricted duty injury 01/05/12",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17052,on 1-29-2000 the injured stepped back off a platform & fell. became aware of medical treatment on 2-21-2000.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -17053,"he was carrying ladder across run, when he stepped in a hole and twisted left knee. ** started missing on 09/28/06**",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17054,employee was getting out of the diesel scoop when they put pressure on right knee it buckled causing immediate pain around the knee cap.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17055,"employee was walking on a freshly graded road in 29s-6a, up to the face, when left heel slipped in the gravel causing employee to lose balance. while attempting to catch self, employee hyperextended l knee, causing a sprain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17056,employee slipped on wet bottom and fell on his right side. his csesr100 scsr pushed into his right lower rib cage.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17057,"employee alleged that while walking sb19 beltline, he stepped in hole twisting his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17058,"while working on the feeder, ee stepped off of the feeder and heard a popping in knee. ee had immediate pain after ee heard the pop. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17059,employee was walking to payloader and slipped on ice and fell onto his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17060,"while attempting to unplug a pan feeder chute, the ee lost his balance, stepped backwards and caught himself on the work platform hand railing with his left arm, hyper-extending his left shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17061,injured was standing on ladder hanging cable. he fell off ladder causing a bruise to right ribs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17062,employee was on his lunch break when he decided to go for some water. he stepped down wrong on his right ankle & twisted it.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17063,employee was walking across the employee parking lot and slipped and fell on the ice landing flat on his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17064,driver was accessing top of trailer to open covers. he fell from trailer when he attempted to jump to the trailer parked 3 feet away from the end of the extended access stairs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17065,employye was washing up inside a railcar and slipped and fell on side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17066,"moving 6"" vacuum hose to clean out the screw pit of ash. while holding/moving the hose with both hands employee lost balance & fell landing on left shoulder. this 70001 is being filed at this time because it has just now been determined that it was a work related injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17067,"injured was helping to put a wrecked rail-bus back on track. he slipped and fell hurting back, groin, and knees. injured finished shift and returned to work on his next scheduled shift. injured stopped work on march 11, 2015.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17068,"climbing out of front end loader, ee missed 2nd stair & fell catching himself with right hand pulling right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17069,"employee was checking display lights at scale house, slipped, fell and hit shoulder on rock. fracture, top, left shoulder",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17070,slipped on ice and snow threw her arm out to protect her fall fracturing right wrist,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17071,"while carrying a longwall part (slow feed) with 4 other crew members, employee's foot slipped in mud while setting part on pallet and pulled muscle in lower back. 12 west 1 to 2 entry and 19 x-cut.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17072,injured jumped down approximately 3' to ground twisting his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17073,employee slipped on piece of conveyor belt outside on the mine yard. employee continued to work. was diagnosed on 02/06/2021 with fractured rib.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17074,"while removing bolts from the counterweight of a rented cat365c backhoe, the 20,000 lb. counterweight became dislodged from its position & fell to the ground. employee was on a six foot ladder when the wt fell sending him vaulting through the air to the ground, about 10 feet away from the weight.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17075,employee was walking from pickup truck to a piece of mobile equipment. there was ice underneath the snow. the employee slipped and landed on right side bruising rib area.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17076,employee was walking down the stairs when he slipped and fell to the bottom.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17077,slipped off step of service truck and twisted back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17078,"while making a right hand turn the door of operator's pickup opened and his balance was thrown off. grasping the wheel, as his body shifted, the truck was turned to the left and impacted a pillar. upon impact the operator fell to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17079,employee was exiting the crew bus at the ready line prior to start of shift. ee lost balance and hurt right ankle when stepped out on to the ground. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17080,"employee was dismounting a ladder when they stepped off the last rung of the ladder and onto a 3""-4"" round rock that they didn't see, resulting in a sprained ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17081,"during regular operation of packing line #2, the horizontal propeller spout #10 of the ventomatic packer machine got plugged with a small piece of metal. the operator proceed to stop the machi ne and started to release the pulley washer with a pipe wrench of 36"". in his attempt to unscrew the pulley washer the wrench slipped from the washer and he felt against the spout frame, inju",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17082,"employee was standing on flat spot the operator was pulling the pump hose over where the employee could retie the rope on the pump hose, then the rock that his left was on rolled and the employee fell. when he tried to block his fall with his left hand he hit his hand on a rock dislocating the middle joint and tearing the skin.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17083,"employee wandered away from job duties, past a clearly marked ""do not enter"" sign and fell into crusher feeder. he broke his left femur and left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17084,ruptured three disks in back when he jumped a short distance from a ladder after getting machinery in running order.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17085,was replacing a hydralic hose on a d11 dozer and stepped from the ripper onto the track. there was a globb of grease as he stepped. he slipped and fell off the dozer. at the time he said his back and hip didn't hurt as bad. it gradually got worse. he worked through december 4th and notified his supervisor on december 6th.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17086,"note: this is a contract driver and not a carmeuse employee. employee was stepping down from his truck and placed his left foot on what appeared to him to be small rocks or gravel. states that his foot sunk through it into a ""hole"" and he began to fall. the driver injured his knee. (he had surgery on this knee several months ago.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17087,employee was in the lunch room talking with co-workers when she stepped back tripping over a chair landing on her right arm resulting in a fracture to her wrist. on going.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17088,"climbing down the steps of the front end loader, lost his footing and slipped and fell about 4 ft to the ground, used left hand to brace the fall, causing chipped bone in left hand by his thumb.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17089,"contracted employee tripped on a piece of metal in the fabrication shop as they were stepping away from a push cart, where they were inspecting some test/instructional welds. when the individual fell they landed on their hip resulting in a fracture of the hip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17090,employee was walking on quarry floor which was slippery with ice. his left foot slipped outward. he did not fall but strained something in his left knee. he reported incident right away to his supervisor but didn't see a doctor until 1-16-07 as pain wasn't getting any better. his doctor referred him to physical therapy.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17091,employee stepped off locmotive into low spot and broke right leg below the knee. began losing time 9-10-00.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17092,employee was stepping off a locomotive into muddy floor and turned and felt pain in his knee. began losing time 3/4/13,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17093,"the victim attempted to climb the loader steps and fell backwards. he landed on the ground and cut the back of his head, this also caused a concussion.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17094,injured stepped off a motor & into a hole causing his weight to shift to his right foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17095,"employee dismounted endloader to check stopped conveyor. he walked under screen plant for a faster more direct route to conveyor. hard hat fell off, he straightened too soon hitting his head on the screen plant. he fell hurting his back and breaking his ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17096,ee was in a hurry to get fire extinguisher from in back of his cab and slipped and fell from the cat walk. ee landed on his foot breaking bones in his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17097,employee was pulling a jack-leg machine & driver off a newly installed bolt when ee slipped causing ee to fall with the machine. ee's right ribs made contact with d-handle. employee reported to supervisor at the end of the shift and was seen by the medic who referred ee to the er. x-rays were positive for a non displaced fracture to a rib and restrictions were issued.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17098,employee walked through muddy area and slipped but did not fall. felt pain in back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17099,the employee while bolting slipped on a piece of slate and stretched or tore something in his shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17100,"employee was working on loader. he accidentally stepped on a home made lift on floor, twisting his ankle causing him to fall on right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17101,"employee was building a brattice wall and as he picked up a concrete block he tripped, fell and lacerated his right forearm when he fell against a wooden pallet.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17102,"contract cleaning employee climbing stairs while carrying items in both hands lost balance and fell; however, caught herself with left hand. she received medical treatment the night of june 3 at emergency room. medical treatment included sling for left arm & shoulder and out-of-work excuse for 1-day june 4. injured contract employee reported injury to mine operator on june 5.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17103,"employee was climbing up 3/8"" sized material pile with wrenches. he dropped to the ground suddenly expressing sharp pain shot up his leg and fell on his side. no change in skin color or no swelling occurred, but was not able to support weight on calf.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17104,"ee was working on rotary packer. went behind packer to pick up bags that had accumulated on the floor. as he was coming out from behind the packer, ee tripped over bag of cement laying on the floor. he tripped causing him to lose his footing and he fell on his left side. pain gradually worsened.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17105,employee was removing a conveyor when he struck his left shoulder on the side of it.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17106,ee was getting out of the water truck when he slipped and caught himself with the right arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17107,"employee was shoveling on slope belt, stepped on waterline and slipped landing on his back & hip. he continued to work until 10/9/09 at which time he was taken off work by his doctor because of a back strain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17108,"the employee was in the process of installing utilities from a scissors deck. he picked up a 4 inch diameter pipe and slipped on the wet surfaceof the deck, fell down on the deck, rotating hi s knee inward. he was transported to e.r. and diagnosed as an acute ligamentous tear in the left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17109,"slipped, fell on ice.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17110,the employee was coming off a dozer and twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17111,"while employee was walking down stairs, he missed a step and partially fell off balance stretching right knee forward. after catching himself with handrails, he noticed severe pain in knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17112,employee was climbing down a ladder and pulled a muscle in ee's back. continued to work throughout the year. decided to have a procedure on ee's back on 11/10/21,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17113,"using yard loader to push up clinker: d: bin. wind blew dust curtain into loader. tangling it with left mirror. employee parked loader and climbed down ladder to push curtain back and untangle it from mirror. as he stepped down from ladder onto ground, he slipped, pulling left pectoral area.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17114,driller slipped on a small bit of grease and fell straining his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17115,"employee was walking on a slick surface, slipped and caught himself without falling. employee then felt pain in the lower abdomen. the condition was diagnosed as an inguinal hernia.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17116,"he was working on top of scoop at the bailey shop. as he dismounted the scoop, he twisted his right knee when he landed. he continued to work normal work days duties until lost work days began 6/22/05.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17117,"employee was getting out of mantrip, felt pain in lower back, starting missing work 12/09/2005",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17118,"employee was walking down stairs in shop(4 steps) from restroom, missed a step and fell to the floor, approx 28 inches. caught himself by his left hand, bruised/strained middle finger on left hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17119,"while laying out drill pattern, ee stepped into a crack causing contusions on left leg and pain in right shoulder. restrictions were placed on ee 11/25/02 and we were not able to provide work with restrictions so lost time began at that time.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17120,employee stepped back onto uneven ground and twisted ee's ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17121,"while disconnecting a pressurized hydraulic hose, force from hydraulic oil pushed ee back several steps causing him to fall to a lower level (appx 5-6ft).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17122,"float crew employee attempted to cross over matrix line to inspect pump for leak. employee stated he sat on pipe and threw both legs over the pipeline. while attempting to stand back up, his right foot slipped and turned over sideways.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17123,"ee was attempting to hook a mancage to a crane. while standing on a ladder, he lost balance amd jumped to the ground approximately 6' and jarred his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17124,uwhile walking in area #9 employee stumble to keep from falling he braced himself with his eight hand and dislocated his right shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17125,"the employee was down on his right knee placing a plastic seal on a railcar door. as the employee began to stand up, his right foot slipped a few inches on ice causing his right knee to twist resulting in discomfort.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17126,"climbing onto a drill, slipped and fell, landed on left hand/finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17127,"employee was getting into deck of roof bolter and twisted rt knee. ee has worked since the incident, but now has been taken off work on 10-11-21 for further treatment.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17128,"ee was walking to power box. stepping over grease hose extending from lube truck, lube operator pulled hose, catching rear foot of victim. causing victim to trip and fall. landed on right side and back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17129,employee was tying in two headings for blasting and his right knee 'let go' and as he fell to the mine floor he tried to catch himself. employee injured left wrist and right knee. employee has had previous incidents with his right knee. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17130,"ee states he was bagging 40lb film sacks of pellets, when he stepped off the wooden platform to retrieve more bags. while stepping down from the platform, his foot contacted the edge of the wooden platform, causing him to lose his balance and fall forward. he raised his right arm and grabbed the ink jet coder box to keep from falling. strained right ankle and arm below shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -17131,"employee tried to access door on crusher without proper fall protection, in an area requiring fall protection. employee fell and injured right hand. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17132,"employee was carrying a small roll of rubber matting when he tripped on a loose rock in the shop area, when he fell forward hitting his right elbow. some soreness and swelling.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17133,"employee was cleaning around tail pulley of conveyor. he tripped on a rock, catching himself with his left hand and injuring his left ring finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17134,ee was walking across the tool van when he stepped on a weak spot int he flooring. the spot gave way causing him to fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17135,"ee stated he was moving a dewatering pump that was used to pump water off longwall face, when he slipped and fell causing him to hit his right whand on panline causing a laceration to hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17136,stepped off saw track. fell on ledge.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17137,"employee was in truck, proceeded to get out and place foot on truck step, slipped while doing so and twisted his knee. note: employee has pre-existing conditions with his knees.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17138,employee was attempting to jump across an approximate three foot wide water puddle when he slipped and fell. the fall caused a contusion to his right cheek and right wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17139,"this accident just became reportable. employee was stepping down on a work platform. his left leg gave way as he was stepping down, twisting his left knee. he remained full duty and did not want to see a doctor, however, it continued to bother him so on 2/17/09 he went to the clinic and it was discovered that he had a meniscus tear.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17140,slip and fall incident because of compacted snow conditions. caused injury to right wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17141,employee was fueling the fuel truck from the stationary fuel tank when he stepped from the block wall into the truck and slipped and hit his right leg. thought he would be o.k. a few days later his leg started to swell. he had received a hematoma/contusion to his right lower leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17142,"employee was descending a flight of stairs when he fell, sliding all the way to the bottom and resulting in injury to his lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17143,"employee was walking over to his water wagon. the road he was walking on had been wet down fordust control. he slipped and fell, breaking his left wrist. the shift started at 6:00am. normal procedure is to meet at the break room and be transported to equipment in the truck.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17144,"using degreaser to wash his equipment, the degreaser softened the paint over the machine top deck, when he stepped forward the paint was loosened by the degreaser and he slipped off balance falling over the diesel tank and battery area of the machine just below and by the walk deck.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17145,"injured was walking down steps and fell injuring right knee, causing a strain right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17146,ee was walking to his office when he slipped on an icy patch of concrete and fell. ee broke a bone in his left ankle as a result of the fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17147,"driver slid backwards in truck, got out and fell while walking to back of truck, hurting his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17148,employee was stepping out of truck onto the ground when the ground shifted and the employee twisted his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17149,"employee was stepping down out of his truck, slipped on the step and caught himself with his arm, and sprained his shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17150,"during the beginning of may, employee injured his knee while jumping off of a vehicle to the ground. at the time he did not feel it was necessary to see a physician. towards the end of july, he expressed concern that his knee was bothering him. he was sent by cannon resources on august 11th to denver to see his primary care physician as requested.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17151,employee slipped and fell on his right shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17152,"greasing the loader. several grease fittings weren't taking grease, needed to be changed. employee climbed ladder, attempted to open door from too far down. employee lost grip as they opened the door with the right hand, causing them to lose balance and fall, landing on right hip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17153,"ee was cleaning area of tail wheel when he went to move, foot got stuck and twisted knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17154,ee missed a step while climbing down from the preheater. he noticed swelling and pain approx one hour later. ee was taken to hospital.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17155,employee was performing maintenance on dozer. the wrench broke the fall backwards into a guard. bruised his back. didn't notify anyone until 10-01-01.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17156,speed/haste - employee failed to maintain three points of contact as instructed. employee failed to recognize foot was caught in step when dismounting equipment. employee suffered bruise to torso and strain/sprain in his shoulder. employee has made full recovery and returned to work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17157,"ee was walking to the office and tripped on the steps leading to the main office entry. ee fell and landed on left knee. the case became reportable on monday, january 30, 2017 when ee was assigned modified work duties.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17158,employee jumped off of forklift and felt pain in right ankle/foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17159,welding & repair work in sand crusher. sand was on cross member & ee slipped falling approx. 2' scraping lt. thigh.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17160,"ee was climbing off screen, slipped & hit his foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17161,"climbing boom of drill to put in pin. slipped, caught himself and twisted lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17162,"the injured was helping to move power on the lw and was waiting on trams to pull up to the high voltage car. as the trams approached, the injured stepped to the left and stepped in a groove/trench that was left in the bottom after the waterline was pulled back. this caused the injured to twist their body around and fall resulting in a broken leg .",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17163,"employee stated ee was traveling across the section when ee stepped on a slick spot where the shuttle cars were traveling, causing ee to slip and twist left knee. employee sought medical treatment and was placed off work due to a strain. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17164,two rocks got wedged in the feeder. employee climbed into the feeder where he slipped and landed on his wrist against rocks.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17165,twisted right knee on ladder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17166,"the employee was attempting to get into a plant pickup truck when ee rolled ankle. the employee was fine at the time but at the beginning of april began to feel pain in ankle. on may 3rd ee's doctor prescribed an ankle support boot to help ankle heal. the injury became reportable on may 3, 2016. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17167,"employee had stepped across miner cable laying on the outby rib, helping to hang bolter cable, when at the same time the miner cable was being moved, causing ee to lose her footing, twisting her right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17168,"ee was washing the tail pulley's on a conveyor. when he pulled on the hose, he slipped in mud and strained his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17169,sprained knee,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17170,ee slipped & fell from loading deck. fell approx41/2 ft,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -17171,mechanic was stepping down off of a skid steer and sprained ee's ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17172,ee was stepping off of a limestone feeder and slipped on some material that was laying on the belt.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17173,operator completed fueling excavator and attempted to descend equipment stairs when ee slipped due to wet/muddy conditions. operator's hand slid down the handrail and abruptly stopped causing pain in ee's left arm. injury became reportable following orthopedic exam on 11/10/2020.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17174,"employee was walking underground when he stepped in a mud rut approximately 6""-8"" deep, twisted his right ankle and fell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17175,employee slipped & fell while walking. as he fell he heard a noise from his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17176,mine examiner was making an examination & was walking on a muddy surface covered with water. he slipped & as he tried to catch himself he strained his left shoulder. he continued to work his normal job until 6/27/10. he was scheduled for surgery on 6/28/10. (mri report indicates degenerative cyst).,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17177,employee was getting on the bus when she slipped and hit the hand rails,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17178,employee was walking from the office to vehicle at the end of shift when ee twisted right knee. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17179,employee fell through missing grating & hit arm & ribs on angle iron brace.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17180,employee was getting out of foreman's truck when he tripped on a flashlight wire and fell on his left side on ground straining his left leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17181,breaking a large granite block with plug wedges - the block opened up and the employee fell off.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17182,injured was dismounting a cat 972 loader when his hands slipped from the ladder causing him to fall to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17183,"miner head was retracted due to damaged coupling, employee has slipped while near head, and sharp cutter bit pierced his right leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17184,"employee was stepping over a shaft approximately 3ft. off the ground. while doing so his foot got caught, which caused him to fall forward onto his right arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17185,ee reported wednesday 1/3/07 by telephone to mine operator that on monday he had tripped on miner cable and injured his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17186,employee was completing his pre-shift equipment inspection. after clearing ice from the windshield he attempted to enter the cab of his loader and slipped off a rung on the ladder. he fell approximately 80 inches to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17187,working on waterline that had blown. employee raised up and started walking twisted knee in mud. he worked up until day of surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17188,"while climbing the ladder of 992 loader, injured lost grip with left hand causing him to fall about 15 feet. steps may have been slippery. employee fell into mud. restricted to sedentary work, avoid kneeling, squatting, stairs, climbing. no operation of heavy equipment. avoid above shoulder lifting. medication given; x-rays taken.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17189,"while exiting the mechanic's truck, worker stepped in a hole in the ground, twisted and rolled their foot resulting in a foot sprain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17190,individual was holding a piece of metal up against the south mains #2 belt bank board when his feet slipped on the wet belt conveyor. he noticedpain on outside of knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17191,"employees excavator had broken down. while assisting a mechanic he climbed up on a dozer blade to retrieve a tool. when descending from the blade he twisted his knees. continued to work then w ent to dr on 12-4-01. mri completed, torn cartilage. scheduled for knee surgery on 12-3-01.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17192,climbing up ladder of 988f (37-108) slipped on ladder and felt pain in shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17193,was on a ladder and ladder slipped and foot was planted. he went to turn and twisted knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17194,employee was unlocking and opening the gate to the truck scale. employee lost hold on the gate and tried to grab it so it would not swing out toward the roadway. in employee's attempt to grab the gate employee overturned ankle causing a sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17195,"employee slipped in mud, caught himself with right arm and felt pain in shoulder. began missing work 3/6/07 for surgery.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17196,employee felt his knee pop while walking up to the mcc at the scrubber. when ee returned to his truck and sat down he felt his knee pop again but louder and accompanied by sharp pain. the pain did not recede so he drove up to the office. his knee was tender and when he tried to leave the office he could not walk due to the pain. he was then taken to the clinic.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17197,employee received a fracture to the end of two of his toes while assisting the roof bolter in backing up to install a cable anchor. employee slipped on a flat rock causing his foot to slide under the edge of the right rear tire. he was released back to work and has worked his normal duties.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17198,"while shoveling slope belt employee lost his footing and twisted his left knee. he continued to work until 07/27/2010, when he had surgery to repair a torn meniscus and a tear behind the knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17199,"supervisor went inside the truck wash to turn water to sprinkler system off, when he slipped on wet surface. he tried to brace his fall with the left hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17200,employee felt light headed and fell to the floor. ee call for help and was move to a chair. we believe ee broke ankle somehow during the fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17201,"ee's foot became caught in the mud, while trying to pull it free his rubber boot slipped off causing him to loose his balance, hitting his hand on a block. *ee did not see a dr. until 4/10/03.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17202,"employee was climbing into the water truck. he slipped from step, twisting left ankle (sprain).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17203,employee was detrashing and stepped in water hole on track tie and rolled his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17204,"while hosing in the breezeway for clean-up, employee slipped and fell injuring his right shoulder and arm. he started losing time on 11/13/2008.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17205,walking down entry stepped on the edge of a depression and rolled his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17206,"ee tripped on rock, fell and cut hand on rock-reportable due to stiches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17207,"ee walked out of bath house, slipped on some ice on walkway injuring left hip",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17208,the injured was walking around the bucket of the parked endloader in order to get in the machine when his right foot slipped on a patch of ice in the roadway and his left foot remained stationary. this caused his left foot/leg to twist and resulted in his full body weight to shift to his left foot/leg causing a fracture just above the ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17209,ee was changing screens and slipped hitting shin on a piece of metal causing a laceration requiring 12 staples.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17210,ee was walking across the drag line bench. ee slipped down. ee states that when ee stood up ee felt pain in the groin. ee was seen at dr the next day. no treatment. ee reports no improvement. dr listed restrictions that could not be met on 04/12/2018. ee missed first shift on 04/16/2018. follow up with general surgeon on 04/24/2018. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17211,"ee had climbed on roller conveyor to pick up finished product that had fallen from pallet. when attempting to exit conveyor, ee slipped and fell at same level on conveyor. complaints were sore shoulder and a bruise on thigh. was first aid until 1/30/07 when ee was prescibed physical therapy for shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17212,employee was stepping off bus. there was some light snow on ground. he slipped & twisted his right ankle. he worked for a couple of hours driving haul truck before pain became too great. taken to nnrh er for eval. xrays negative for fracture. given 2 days restricted duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17213,"a master mechanic was servicing a d8 dozer on the morning of 4/22/17. as the master mechanic stepped down from the tracks to the blade bar, right foot slipped on mud that accumulated on the bar, causing left foot to twist inward.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17214,"employee was working on drill when he started to get up, his foot got caught and he twisted his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17215,employee was exiting the operator's compartment of a scoop. his feet slipped out from under him. he fell against the scoop cab. note: employee did not miss work / see doctor until 1-5-04 which was his first day off due to this injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17216,"ee climbed into the cab of the water truck to use a portable radio. as the employee was stepping down he stepped into a small hole, lost his balance, fell backward to the ground landing on his left elbow causing a scrape. weeks later it was found that his bursa sac had a small hole in it. it required surgically opening it up to drain fluid and stitching to seal the bursa sac",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17217,rainy wet conditions creating mud in and around work area. employee's boots carried mud onto the work platform. he slipped on the mud one foot slipped off the platform to the ground 1 foot bel ow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -17218,"miner was exiting a front wheel loader. as boot touched the ground, miner twisted right ankle and broke right leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17219,"ee was walking around crusher. it had rained earlier. ee stepped into mus, lost his footing and fell hitting his right shoulder on the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17220,"he was climbing down out of the grader. he reached for his dinner bucket. while reaching, his reflector vest got caught on the blade levers. as he got his vest loose from the levers, he though t he was on the last step. as he was stepping down, watching to make sure his reflector vest wasn't caught agains, he lost his footing and fell to the ground, falling on his tail.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17221,employee was walking down a conveyor ramp and turned his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17222,"walking from crusher to the electrical shop, employee slipped on some mud and felt a pop in ee's left. after doctor review on 2/8/2021, employee suffered acl tear and is going into surgery to repair knee. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17223,ee was using a manaual grease gun to grease dozer. he slipped off dozer. his leg slid between the under carriage and blade arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17224,"employee states he was checking levels in the flat tank in the belt press building when he slipped and fell, fracturing his left knee cap and spraining his right wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17225,employee was operating an automatic packing machine and noticed a bag jam. he ran to push the emergency stop button. he tripped on the flooring that had popped up by a jammed bag on the conveyor. employee was diagnosed by the doctor later that afternoon and had a strained rotator cuff.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17226,miner was walking down a ramp and tripped on something causing them to fall down stairs of a cone screen. miner said they were not sure what they tripped on and there was no debris on the walkway. miner fractured right ankle after the fall. miner fell approximately 4-6 steps from the landing. the miner was not carrying anything during the incident.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17227,the ground was loose and dry where the employee was standing.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17228,"employee was getting off of a bobcat when his foot slipped and got caught between the arm and forks of the bobcat and twisted his foot. employee worked until 8/5/14, went off work on 8/6/14.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -17229,ee was walking into #2 entry from x cut-tripped and fell strained and bruise right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17230,ee stepped in gap in floor between kiln and hood platform while adjusting forklift mast.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17231,stepped in hole and twisted knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17232,employee was climbing a wooden ladder when a rung broke causing the employee to roll and sprain his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17233,"ee was assisting in changing a cable on the dredge from the workboat. ee stepped over the seat, slipped and scraped rt. leg - shin.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17234,"employee had dust in his eye and was rubbing his eye when he tripped over caution tape and fell, breaking his leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17235,"employee was walking up stairs, he slipped on a step and hit his right knee on the corner of the steps.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17236,fell on uneven ground,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17237,"whiole walking up embankment to pull winch cable, employee slipped and fell causing injury to his lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17238,coming down ladder right foot hung up on ladder lost footing and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17239,spotting for an equipment operator while moving a part stand onto the filter press floor. while maneuvering the stand into place it came into contact with a plastic water pipe. it is believed that when the pipe ruptured it sprayed water into the face of the employee at which time they tried to move quickly away from the water spray and fell onto the floor causing the injuries,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17240,"ee allegedly sprained lft knee while descending ladder of ingersoll-rand blasthole drill. the distance from ground to bottom step is 18"". condition of ground onto which he was stepping was a f lat, gravel parking area near maint shop. upon investigation of this acc, ee voluntarily resigned. workers comp is investigating the accident.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17241,"ee was operating a skid steer loader, assisting another ee with a blast. injured ee dismounted skid steer loader, he stepped on an uneven surface/object, severely spraining his right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17242,employee was using a ladder to build a stopping. ee was carrying block up the ladder and the ladder shifted causing ee to jump and then fall causing injury to ee's shoulder and right side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17243,"miner was operating the bolt machine and picked up a bundle of plates to step onto the man-up. he nearly missed the step but caught himself to regain balance. he hyper-extended his wrist. later in the day he went to the er, x-ray was negative. he continued to have soreness and was referred to an orthopedic on 1/6/15 where an x-ray revealed a fracture. he was placed on light duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17244,employee was carrying an oil can through the shop when he tripped and hit his left hand on the oil can cutting his left middle and ring fingers.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17245,"claimant states as he was walking down stairs to the #1 reject buggy- step on grating over main drag, fell in and claimant went through hole and twisted right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17246,stated: employee was walking toward rear of bolter when he tripped over a rock. he caught himself with his hand against the bolter. he was taken to the er where x-rays revealed two broken metacarpal bones in his right hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17247,"ee was pushing a cart out of a manlift. then, slipped ont he wet and coal dust on the floor. he iextended his left knee when he slid on the floor. fmc became aware 8-6-02. ee had surgery on hi s knee july 15 and have been diagnoised as ctd.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17248,"on 12/11/12 at 5:05 am, ee was walking up the line 1 stairs when he tripped on the 3rd step causing to fall forward. he wanted to hold onto the handrail, but hit the grading with the left hand. the ee received a 5th metacarpal fracture on the left pinky finger. the employee was holding a coffee mug on the right hand and was not holding onto the handrail with the left hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17249,employee was standing on excavator steps while fueling excavator. one foot slipped from excavator step; employee pitched forward and stopped fall with one hand by placing same on excavator deck. the impact stress of stopping his fall resulted in rotator cuff injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17250,ee was installing repaired lift cylinder on a 750 john deere trackhoe he positioned a ladder against the boom of the excavator as the cylinder was lifted up and close enough for him to reach the ladder started to slide along the boom of the excavator he then lost his balance and fell and struck the rear bumper of service trk resulting in pain to left shoulder,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17251,ee was spreading belt structure in belt line when ee tripped and fell into the belt structure bruising right rib cage. the employee continues to work. on 7/9/17 the employee went to the doctor and was diagnosed with a fractured rib. this is a medical treatment accident.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17252,"employee slipped while working inside mill #6 trommel, twisting his left knee and straining his right shoulder. employee referred to physical therapy on november 6, 2014 and stated he would let employer know when he had his first session.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17253,employee was attempting to change a rim liner bolt on the gyratory crusher. employee had accessed the crusher dump pocket and slipped on loose material located on the rim liner. the employee fell into the crusher and sustained a fracture to the tibia plateau. employee was utilizing fall protection equipment to perform the task.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17254,standing on a material screen removing a rock from the shoot when his foot slipped and he fell on his right hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17255,"employee alleges that when stepping over i-beam he caught his toe on conduit, lost his footing & fell approximately 2 feet.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17256,employee was exiting from a cart. they turned to get a shovel from the rear of the cart when their knee gave out.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17257,"exiting dozer at end of shift, slipped and fell. seen dr on 6-8-00 did not see dr immediately at time of accident.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17258,"at time of accident, there was neither unsafe acts or conditions contributing to this injury. (mounting dozer, fell against tracks & lacerated scalp.)",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17259,employee was walking the slope and slipped and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17260,"ee was decending a trailer ladder, when he stepped onto ground, he stepped in a hole that had apparently developed from recent rains. sprained a tendon in his left foot. was taken for emergency treatment, fracture rule out, placed on light duty for two days.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17261,"the employee was climbing up ladder in front of haul truck cab, hand slipped causing ee to lose 3 points of contact and fell to the ground landing on feet.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17262,"employee was exiting wabco haul truck cab when he tripped on ledge. instead of falling head first, he jumped from the platform, landing on his left heel.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17263,walking down steps over in building #3 ban loading area and twisted ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17264,employee was completing an avrp of truck and slipped on the deck landing on his hands and knees. seen in er for complaint of low back pain and placed on time loss. returned to restricted duty on 06/26/2006.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17265,ee was pulling a waste oil cart from under the truck ee was working on. ee slipped and fell causing restricted duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17266,ee was walking from building to building when he stepped into a rut in the roadway hyperextending his left knee. ee continued to work until 09/08/2009 before missing time for his injury and is now off work for surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17267,"the employee stepped out of a maintenance truck at the east end of the material storage building to begin work on the east oh crane bucket. the employee slipped on wet cement kiln dust that was on the ground and twisted his right knee. the employee was referred to physical therapy which began on august 9, 2011.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17268,stepping out of truck and right foot slipped on wet ground causing sprain to right foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17269,ee alleges he was crawling out from under tunnelbelt and he went to stand up and slipped on wet floor and went down very hard on right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17270,"getting parts number, going down steps he slipped and fell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17271,"this employee slipped and fell to the same level as he dismounted a service truck. he twisted his knee on a plastic discharge pipe. he later requested medical evaluation and was placed on restricted duty on april 23, 2008.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17272,"preparing to unload, truck extending hose out, when pulling on the hose my foot hit an unsafe surface (a pile of dirt) tripped backwards extended my arm to catch my fall. i fell hard. that is when i broke the bone in my wrist. i informed shift manager at florida canyon mine and the safety guy. did all incident reports with help from a girl.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17273,"injured was entering line 4 agglomerator pre-heat area & lost footing causing him to stumble and fall, striking his head against a wood platform. he temporarily lost consciousness (<1 minute) and received an approx. 1""laceration above his right eye brow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17274,injured empl walking across parking lot and fell to ground when slipping on snow covered ice,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17275,"ie was fueling up haul truck with def fluid, as ie went to place the nozzle back ie's foot got wrapped with the hose. causing ie to stumble when ie stepped forward causing pain in right knee. took ie to clinic, was fully released. ie was still in pain after a week of first visit so we took ie back to the clinic on 1/18/2021, that's when ie received restrictions. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17276,"employee was pulled up to fuel pumps with 988. when he was getting down off the machine, his left hand slipped off the hand rail of the ladder. i fell back and caught myself with the right hand causing my shoulder to pop. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17277,employee crossed a berm on foot and tripped and fell causing a fracture to his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17278,"at night, a maintenance tech slipped on a sanded patch of ice and fell to the ground - hitting face. the upper rim of safety glasses cut forehead / brow directly above left eyebrow. ee was taken to the local hospital where ee received 5 stitches to close the wound. ee returned to work to finish the shift. ee has not missed any regularly scheduled work. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17279,walking from rock truck to loader. when ee got to the loader ee felt a sharp pain in the right leg/ankle. this resulted in a spiral fracture to the tibia.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17280,while putting together and taking apart water pipe for the wash plant employee slipped causing a lower hip strain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17281,ee was checking the truck for cracks in the frame. he tripped and fell putting his hand on the exhaust. burned his hand. second degree burn.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Contact with hot objects or substances -17282,"employee was airing up a tire when a part came loose, causing the employee to slip and fall, injuring his shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17283,"ee dismounting grader and slipped on step, falling into grader on left side torso. ee taken for medical examination on 3/4/2019 and was placed on restricted duty for pain and contusions. ee had a follow up medical exam on 3/8/19 and was returned to full duty at that time. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17284,"employee suffered a left knee strain as he descended the top of an earthen berm. as he turned to walk down the berm, his right foot slipped on loose material, twisting his left knee. he was provided prescription meds and a knee brace.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17285,"employee was walking down an entry, tripped on a piece of coal causing her to fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17286,ee suffered a fall ascending machine.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17287,while dismounting a ladder-twisted rt. knee ee started missing work on 7-25-00.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17288,ee slipped & fell while lifting cable from the trolley,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17289,todd pisciotti was stepping over the cable reel tow cable behind the p&h shovel and fell onto the ground dislocating his left ring finger. he was taken to the hospital to have it re-aligned causing a medical treatment case. he returned to work on his next scheduled shift. (misc mail 5/30/08 #1-he went out for surgery on 5/15/08 and was placed on restricted duty 5/16/08),SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17290,employee was helping to pull on a miner cable. his foot got caught in loose coal and mud- twisting his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17291,"injured was exiting cab of bobcat. as he stepped out of the cab onto the bucket, he slipped striking his left knee on the bucket (started missing work 7/22/03).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17292,operator was dismounting machine. when he put left foot on the ground he stepped on a small piece of coal and it rolled resulting in injury to left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17293,"employee slipped and fell on the deck of a dredge, bruising the right side of his lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17294,"employee was cleaning up the bone yard and dragging a piece of angle iron, tripping over a pipe and injuring his left shoulder. he sought medical treatment on the same day and was released to regular duty. 10/7/15, we find that he went to the clinic again and was given restricted duty w/o the knowledge or approval of his case manager. still has not contacted cm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17295,platform and steps had a thin layer of ice resulting from freeze protection measures associated with area safety showers. he was starting the loading station for super sacks and saw that the s teps were icy but did not take any action on the issue. as he was stepping down his foot slipped off the bottom step. he landed on his back on the floor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17296,"employee slipped and hit right knee on bolt while working in grid box of 830e. the employee spent the majority of the afternoon working in a crouched position in the grid box. when they got up the knee was stiff, hurting and swollen.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -17297,"ladder operator was standing on, was knock over by a falling metal chute, causing operator to fall on top of the chute.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17298,driver was brushing cement dust off of roof of cab when ee steepped back and went to the ground,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17299,"employee was painting railing on catwalk next to conveyor and slipped on some spilled material, spraining his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17300,"employee was attempting to grease pins and bushings on the boom of a hitachi 400 backhoe. he was walking on the ice-covered boom when he slipped and fell off the boom, falling to the ground. when hitting the ground his right foot landed in a rut and twisted his right knee towards his left knee, pulling tendons and cartilage in his right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17301,"employee stated that he was on top of the cont. miner and had been servicing the head hing pins. as he stepped off he put his left foot down on the ground, slipped and struck his right knee on the top cover of the miner.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17302,"employee was working on scaffolding when while moving material, he fell off end and struck right side.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -17303,"high winds, blowing dust, paved uneven surface with coating of clinker dust. employee was walking to break and his foot slipped out from under him, causing him to wrench his back while falling.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17304,ie was adjusting the limit switch on the feeder. ie lost balance and fell backwards. ie tried to catch self with arm extended. ie was diagnosed with a navicular scaphoid fracture to the left hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17305,"exiting loader, possible fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17306,the ee states that he was walking to the maint. shop when he lost his footing on the ice. as he fell he states that his left knee folded under his body.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17307,"employee was walking slipped and fell, due to water on the floor and broke his femur bone.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17308,ee stopped his dozer to get it service. when he stepped off his right knee gave away. the next day he had trouble walking and went to dr. apparently strained.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17309,employee's left ankle gave out from under her causing her to fall forward using her hands to brake the fall. employee has a foot sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17310,a maintenance employee overextended right knee exiting the cooler. the incident was reported to the team lead but the team lead retired without communicating the incident to the supervisor. during the time of the reporting the employee did not seek medical treatment. however the employee did go to the doctor on 2/17/22 and received restrictions. work restrictions. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17311,"walking out of the 7' crusher oil shanty carrying 5 gal of fuel going down a small ramp of material, lost footing & twisted left ankle & knee. weather conditions: cold in the 20's, sunny sky, no snow on ground. ee slipped but did not fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17312,employee was in the process of loading a bulk truck - he was attempting to climb the ladder on the back side of the truck trailer when his left knee gave out on the first step. he was able to catch himself on the ladder and was lowered to the ground with the assistance of two co-workers. employee advised to remain off work until recheck with treating physician.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17313,ee was standing on a platform at the dock when the dock gave way and he landed in the water.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -17314,"on 3/24/15, the employee was carrying a drill bit when he slipped and fell. he reported the incident to his supervisor but did not require medical attention. on 4/7/15, the employee went to the medical clinic and is currently losing time. this incident is being report within 10 days of the employee seeking medical attention.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17315,slipped on low structure.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17316,ee was hanging mining curtain stepped off ladder and twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17317,employee was conducting the pre-op on a truck when he stepped on a piece of material causing him to fall and injure his left leg. he was seen by the er physician and excused from work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17318,while checking the bottom of a rail car ee fell backwards. when catching self ee hit ankle on a rock.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17319,employee stated that while carrying a bottom belt roller on his right shoulder he felt pain in his right shoulder and neck when his foot slipped in some mud.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17320,employee was cleaning loader windows when several towels blew out of his hand. as he tried to grab the towels he came into contact with the emergency gate on the side railing which caused the latch to disengage. the employee fell through the gate to the ground resulting in a knee injury. employee was on home health care until 10/8/15 when he was prescribed a pain killer.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17321,employee was getting out of shuttle car when they hyperextended the left knee. employee started missing work 12/12/2017.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17322,"filling 400 bin, foot got stuck. did not break fall. hit wall, split lip, lost a tooth, pain in neck.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17323,"four ee's were working on the top floor cyclones in the prep plant. we worked our way toward the ladder access. as we moved, injured ee stepped through the access opening. he caught himself on the floor grate with his knee and his hand on the ladder. i asked him if he was ok. he stated he was fine and went back to work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17324,"employee was unhooking the hose from the water pump & was hitting the hose to loosen it from the pump. as he did this he slipped on snow which caused him to slip backwards. as he tried to catch his balance he grabbed at the hose and pulled it towards his face. the hose clamps struck his nose and cheek, causing a small laceration that needed to be stitched.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by... NEC -17325,"allegedly while ee was cleaning a working platform with a water hose, he started walking down a stair, when he slipped & fell in the last 5 steps of the stairs. allegedly he received injuries in the back & front rt.side (ribs).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17326,ee alleges that while he was starting up the end dumps he twisted his pelvis while climbing off of the bottom rung of the end dump ladder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17327,"employee was pulling driplines when the line felt like it broke off of the reel machine. employee tried to stop their momentum, but they ended up falling on their hands and injuring their right wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17328,"the ee was rolling up and pulling 4"" collapsable water hose. while doing so, he was walking backwards and tripped over a large rock falling to the ground. he broke a bone in his right leg as a result of the fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17329,"employee was standing on tracks of 992 excavator talking to supervisor. the tracks were muddy and when he moved to grab the handrail to climb down, he slipped off. he struck his left knee on running board, causing swelling, brusing and possible ligiment damage.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17330,"employee was going down a slippery rock slope in the rain, slipped and cut his hand on a sharp rock.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17331,twisted ankle while walking on uneven ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17332,"switching loaders w/another operator. the other operator got in the loader first - ie started down the ladder, lost ee's footing, tried to ""catch self"" with ee's left arm resulting in injury to the triceps muscle of the left arm. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17333,subject was climbing up ladder on 988b front end loader when he slipped and fell off loader. subject tried to break his fall and hurt his hand when he hit the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17334,employee was cleaning out stone box when employee slipped and received laceration to leg,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17335,"emp was starting load out system, slipped on concrete pad falling into 3 feet of soft material, he managed to free himself. he went to mmedical clinic and received a return to work on 9/5/09. he received pains and anti-inflamatory medications. upon follow up 9/8/09 he was given physical therapy for 2 weeks 3 times a week. he returned to full time work with no loss time.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17336,service truck driver stepped out of truck the wrong way and sprained ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17337,loader hand found ee on the ground disoriented. ee asked for help and to go to the hospital. the ambulance was out on call so some of the other employees took ee to the er. it was only after everything settled down that we found a rag and some window cleaner. best we can tell ee got out to clean mirror or window and fell missing a step or handle. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17338,"ee was cutting pins out of backstop to release belt after belt got hung up in head pulley. after the 3rd pin, the 4th pin broke, releasing backstop mount. sudden movement caused ee to jump back and fall, striking his arm on step of head pulley, #2 conveyor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17339,miner was measuring freeboard on a loaded barge when they stepped backwards and tripped on a rock and fell. this resulted in a non-displaced fracture of the left elbow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17340,"helper parked truck by drill on other side of shot berm. then crawled over berm to get to the drill. as ee was going over the berm, fell and broke arm. helper should have walked around to opening on berm instead of going over it.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17341,dozer operator was changing dozers & lost his f ooting and fell to ground and strained his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17342,employee tripped on a rock and twisted employee's body trying to catch self resulting in back pain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17343,the driver was coming off the hill in a loaded coal truck and he jumped out of the truck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17344,employee was raising a counterweight on a conveyor with a chain hoist when the chain broke he jumped back landing on a tool twisting his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17345,the injured ee stepped on the throw of 1 south track switch when he felt pain in his rt. knee. *note: he returned to his dr. on 3-18-02 at which time he was kept off work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17346,"adjusting tail pulley on sand conveyor, slipped into tail pulley injuring left thumb & lt. ring finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17347,"employee was making a water run and drove the flat water fleet truck to the bulk water tank. upon stepping out of the truck, employee stepped down with employee's right foot and immediately rolled employee's ankle on uneven ground/surface (small raise or mound of dirt).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17348,employee was climbing back into the pickup truck after checking water pump and slipped getting in. when he slipped he shut the door on the tip of his middle finger and broke it. it was raining and muddy.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -17349,employee fell aproximately 4' while attempting to turn master switch to on position on 16g bladeshe fractured her right wrist and elbow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17350,"while dismounting from a loader, the injured slipped off the bottom step and strained his back while catching himself. employer was not notified until 10-12-00.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17351,"employee tripped over another ee's leg & fell, striking chair on his left side.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17352,fell off work boat and sprained right wrist. restricted duty lifting limited to not more than 20 lbs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17353,"he was dumping a wheel barrow in #1 elevator, after wheel barrow was empty, he stepped back & fell. he believes he stepped on the side of his foot causing the fall. he scraped his elbow, no other injuries reported. he washed his elbow off & he said it was fine, but just wanted to report it. on june 30th employee went to doctor becuase it was infected. antibiotics administered.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17354,"the ee was standing on a crib block using come-a-long to raise part of chute for the new transfer. the crib block kicked out, causing ee to fall to the bottom, twisting his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17355,"injured was helping construct a structure at an outby location, and fell and hit the ground with left side and lower back (tail bone area). injured complained of pain in back and was taken to hospital for x-rays. it was discovered with the x-ray that the employee had cracked one of employee's ribs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17356,ee was checking fuel in side tank on salem augerand stedpped down and caught his left leg before the fuel tank and auger carriage on the fuel tank straps. bruised his left leg in the calf part .,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17357,"employee was assisting in flagging off a potential icy area, when employee slipped and fell, landing on right forearm. employee was taken to the er, referred to a specialist. currently ongoing. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17358,"employee states that while cleaning the right side windows, he stepped onto the boom and step. his foot slipped and he caught all of his weight with his left arm. he felt something in his shoulder(pain).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17359,employee was pushing a wheelbarrow across the floor when employee lost employee's balance and fell resulting in a dislocated right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17360,ee got off of his 360 volvo excavator to check for a coolant leak. when ee was attempting to board excavator he grabbed the windshield wiper when he started to fall. windshield wiper gave way and he fell off of his machine. ee was sent to lee memorial hospital as a precaution. he received a head to toe ct scan and x-rays. no issue found.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17361,employee slipped and fell injuring arm/shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17362,employee was attempting to operate a 980 loader. as employee was walking around the loader they tripped on a rock causing them to fall on left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17363,"while completing a 200 hour service on a 637 scraper, employee was stepping off the front engine using the steps mounted to the machine. he lost his footing while dismounting and stumbled backwards falling into the toolbox door of his service truck. he came into contact with the door in his buttock area, cutting his buttock which required stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17364,employee while greasing loader tripped on grease house and strained employee's right knee,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17365,"ee was trying to thaw out water pipe, when he slipped & fell, landing on his left hip & knee ee was at ground level. ee did not request med attention until 1/31/01",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17366,"employee stated that he was getting out of truck when he missed a step, falling to ground on right shoulder. ""report filed under protest"".",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17367,"morning dew, no rain. cleaning the outside glass windows of 740 cab, fell off as ee started getting down. nobody witnessed the fall. we went to hospital er & they admitted ee. broke left wrist & had surgery saturday morning the 29th. went home from hospital sunday 30th. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17368,"a shop mechanic was dismounting a track dozer in the shop. the mechanic's foot slipped off a deck step and when trying to catch self the mechanic's left arm got caught between the hood handrail and the hood. this caused a fracture of the upper arm. the dozer steps were clean, dry and in good condition, as the dozer was washed for maintenance. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -17369,"employee was making sure that a tie-down strap was secure to truck. when ee pulled on the strap, it was loose, ee lost balance and fell. as ee fell the strap caught and pulled arm. this caused rotator cuff on right shoulder to tear.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17370,the employee was stepping off of the bus underground. employee said they stepped in a pile of 3/8 minus and rolled the right ankle. the employee did not seek medical attention or treatment until 7-7-20. the injury became reportable 7-8-20.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17371,"did not start losing time until 7/31/2009. while getting off dozer, slipped, caught hand rail and pulled his shoulder. surgery required.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17372,"employee was dragging a piece of 8"" pvc tubing attempting to attach it to the water pump on a barge and stepped backwards into a gap between the barge and catwalk. he fell down and struck the backside of his left upper arm on the corner of the handrail which caused a laceration that required five stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17373,"staff member was walking over pavement covered with ice slipped, but did not fall. twisted his knee causing swelling.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17374,"weather was blizzarding with heavy winds. miner was climbing onto a locomotive with snow on the step and slipped. ee tried to catch self, but fell with all of ee's weight on ee's right arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17375,employee was inspecting the top of the impact crusher. as he was descending to another point he slipped from the wet drive belt guard and fell to the ground on a rock.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17376,"miner was walking across the lot when he slipped and fell on ice, spraining his back shoulder and right hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17377,ee missed step getting out of water truck and fell hitting left shoulder on ground. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17378,"as employee was climbing to cab of truck, he slipped while holding on the the hand bars and wrenched his left elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17379,"employee states that he exited his electrician's ride to go to the dump end of the # 12 shuttle car. as he was coming around the end of the car, he stepped into a hole and jarred his lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17380,the employee was attempting to disconnect a steel arch set from a crane. the employee was working off of a mobile work deck trailer while performing this task. he lost footing on the trailer causing him to fall to the ground in a seated position. the impact caused a fracture of the employee's pelvis.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -17381,ee was walking from office to loading shed to load the next truck. he slipped on wet ground and struck the blacktop landing on his rt. side.he had a cut over his rt. eye and injured his rt arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17382,"employee was greasing dive line when he slipped on the grease and fell off of the loader, hitting the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17383,"employee was working alongside two other employee's replacing a gear box on a head pulley that fed into the hopper of the tail section of the next conveyor, in which employee was standing. employee when working became disoriented, circled in place and fell over, falling off the area he was standing and landing on his head and neck.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17384,while doing maintenance in feeder employee climbed down the metal frame of the feeder and tore rotator cuff of left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17385,"employee was putting belt back together when he slipped straining his right knee. mri later showed a torn meniscus. the employee did not miss any time until december 2, 2008 when he had surgery on his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17386,employee was climbing out of truck his foot slipped and he sprained his right ankle,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17387,"ee was repairing dozer 10/12/09 in the field during a rain, ee slipped in the mud and felt burning sensation in his right knee. 10/13/09 knee was swollen and stiff requested to see a dr. diagnosed with knee strain. follow-up visit with dr. mri was ordered showed a moderate partial thickness tear to the pcl. physical therapy was ordered 3 times a week for three weeks.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17388,fell off of a parked truck while fueling the truck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17389,"supervisor was walking up stairs, knee popped.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17390,ee began to walk from the center of an entry to the right side when he stated that his left knee gave way. ee has had surgery three times ont his same edge dating back to 1985. workplace expos ure on this date was not a contibuting facts.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17391,"employee got his feet tangled up in cable when loading a shield, twisting both knees as he fell down.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17392,employee was cribbing a finish mill when he stepped off a concrete block twisting his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17393,"the employee was getting out of the parked van at the end of the shift. as he was walking toward the office door, he slipped and fell on his left side, upper arm area. he was evaluated by a physician after alleging continued problems. physical therapy was ordered on march 20, 2012 and a series has been completed.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17394,"emp. had just spotted a string of rail cars at storage & loading, #4 load out. emp. exited the shuttle wagon to decouple the rail car from the shuttle wagon. the emp climbed between the rail car & shuttle wagon and fell from an elevated height of 42 inches. emp has fractured ribs, fractured vertebrae, lacerated lung and adrenal gland. they was admitted to the hospital. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17395,lower tower hill: the site had large frost slabs with snow covering them. we could not see what was under the snow. i stepped on a rock. the rock slipped and rolled out from under my foot. i fell backwards on my left side. my lower left side came in contact with a sharp boulder and knocked the wind out of me. the walk-in clinic x-rayed and diagnosed a bruised lower left rib.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17396,employee lowered the manlift of the roof bolter to the mine floor. employee stepped out of the basket and felt his knee pop. ee reported it to his supervisor aproximately 3 hours later. diagnosed as strained ligament. ee stating his knee had been bothering him for about a month prior to this.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17397,employee was mounting drill when he slipped and fell backward landing on his right hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17398,"employee tripped over a phone cord and fell, dislocating her shoulder. surgery date and days away from work are pending at this time.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17399,"on 2/25/2014 employee was walking & slipped on snow, twisting left ankle. went to medic & doctor-full release issued. on 3/11/2014, employee went back to doctor/mri was done & read-revealing an upper hairline fracture to his fibula. doctor issued restrictions",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17400,"ee stated he was shoveling beams, conditions were wet & muddy & his feet slipped resulting in a twist to his right knee. fola was notified on 1/30/03 that ee was unable to return to work unt il further evaluation. at this time the occurrence became reportable",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17401,"driver fell off truck, dismounting, while performing an annual inspection at scale house. windy and gusts up to 45 - 50 mph that day had a part in blowing door against the driver, causing ee to fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17402,"technician tripped on a floor mat when entering the leco room and fell on her knees and left hand, injuring her left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17403,"employee states he was exiting the cab of a scoop when his right foot slipped in mud and reported pain in his right knee. employee has continued to work, but with pain. employee was taken off work on december 1 for arthoscopic evaluation and according to the operative report, a torn chondral flap was repaired.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17404,"employee tripped, spraining his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17405,climbing off loader slipped and fell off and injured right arm,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17406,ee slipped on a beam & hit his right knee on concrete,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17407,"while entering lab, employee stumbled on metal grating and fell forward using both hands to brace fall which caused cuts to both hands and finger. employee was taken to local urgent care for observation and diagnosed with laceration without foreign body to both hands and finger and received a total of 13 stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17408,employee slipped and fell on wet floor at the entryway to the building. concrete floor is finished smoothly in this area and the area becomes very slippery during rainy periods. employee repor ted the accident on 02/28/2003. treated for the first time on 03/26/2003.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17409,member was walking toward the belt line and tripped over a water line buried in mud and hit his tooth on a wing nut on top of structure and broke one of his front teeth.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17410,employee stepped from bolter to footwall onto mud and uneven ground and rolled his foot over.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17411,employee injured shoulder while removing a mounting plate. employee taken to hospital and diagnosed with a shoulder sprain. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17412,"ee was carrying a 2'x2' patio block across the deck of an overcast. the deck was built of patio block also. he stepped on a patio block that evidently had a crack. it let go and he fell through the deck 4' to the mine bottom. in the fall he went against other patio block and a 4"" h-beam causing the injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17413,loading supplies on scoop. he was carrying a box of roof bolt glue and stepped on a bundle of roof bolt plates and twisted his back and almost fell down.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17414,ee was crossing a hot start line stepping over a wooden railing when his pant leg caught on a conduit clip. he lost his balance & started to fall & caught himself & twisted his back causing a back strain,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17415,"a concentrator employee was walking up the stairs, hit his toe on the first step and twisted his foot sideways. he had some swelling and pain but did not go the doctor. later that evening the pain and swelling became more intense. he went to the clinic, had x-rays taken. nothing broken but he does have a sprained ankle and will be on crutches and out at least a week.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17416,"employee, who was using the water truck to water the road in the pit area, was washing spillage from underneath the 7'crusher pedestal when he needed more hose to complete the task. he yanked on the hose causing his feet to slip in the mud, falling onto the frame of the crusher pedestal.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17417,"ee was walking from truck to the scalehouse, and stepped into a hole which caused ee to twist ankle",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17418,"while walking down ramp into kiln basement, employee slipped on ice/snow and fell onto back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17419,ee was assisting in working on the take reel of the roof bolter. ee had been positioned on the top of the roof bolter and was getting down when ee twisted ee's knee. ee continued to work until 12-16-20 when ee had surgery for a torn cartilage. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17420,"employee was dismounting a bob cat-skid steer loader, when his lt. foot slipped on a wet surface w/sand. the employee fell and broke his rt.foot",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17421,running to shut down conveyor to cone crusher heslipped & fell on debris that had been shot from,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17422,"the repairman was rebuilding a chute. he had to climb down the 54 inch chute to the bottom to take a measurement. while standing on the chute taking measurements, he started to slide forward because of dirty material lying on the chute steel. his left foot toe caught the side of the chute causing his foot to twist outward away from its normal position.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17423,employee was bending a roof bolt and twisted ee's left knee resulting in ee working 7 days shorter hours.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17424,ee was inside of the rotary breaker patching a hole and lost his balance and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17425,the employee stated that he was standing at the head of the sampling belt when he fell into a step ladder and injured his right hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17426,employee stated he was cleaning around a coal belt and was walking around a tail pulley with a shovel in his hand and his feet slipped out from under him.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17427,ee was dismounting dozer at end of shift and his knee seemed to be dislocated or pulled.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17428,"was operating loader at pit site, was climbing down to ground, stepped wrong and hurt foot. torn ligaments on top of left foot. ee returned to work for 3 hours on 10-16 after injury. he did no t work form 10/17-10/20. he is back to work full capacity on 10/23/00.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17429,"worker was setting concrete forms, he went to take a set and tripped over some electrical conduit. he fell forward landing on his right hand, the hand rolled under it's self. he was taken to medcor to be evaluated, it did not appear broken, and went back to full duty.he was taken to medcor for checkups and on 7/2/12 he was taken to see a doctor and x-ray show it to be broken.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17430,"employee was walking across the hauler parking area, lost his footing and slipped in mud, causing a strain to the employees back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17431,employee slipped while descending a stairway.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17432,employee went to swing boom out to put in a rib pin when he was struck in the chin by an object; this then caused the employee to lose balance on canopy. the employee has laceration to chin and sprain left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17433,"employee stepped in mud along the track and as ee stepped out of the mud, ee felt a pop in ee's right hip. it also did not involve job skills, proficiency, training, ppe or protective devices. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17434,"complacency of employee in placing himself in an unsafe area between two limestone blocks, muddy ground conditions, taking unnecessary risks.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17435,ee stepped onto loose gravel and he slipped injuring his back. ee was walking from parking lot going to change clothers for work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17436,"as the employee was climbing into the back seat of the haul truck, he lost his balance and grabbed the door jam. the haul truck door closed on his left hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -17437,ee slipped on patch of ice causing him to lose his balance and fall backwards on his right ankle. fibular fracture - surgery needed.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17438,member was stepping out of mantrip to throw switch at no.5 head when he slipped & fell twisting his lt. knee. ee continued to work he had surgery on knee 11/22/02 on his scheduled days off. he returned to work on his next scheduled shift. i was informed on 11/25/02 about his surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17439,employee was dragging curtain into crosscut #2 in cm05 area. he stepped on a rock causing his ankle to give way and causing employee to fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17440,employee tripped as he was exiting the scoop. his hat fell off as he stumbled against the rib. the top of his head hit the rib causing a small laceration.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17441,"individual was not concentrating when dismounting bt-3 battery ride. when stepping out of vehicle the left knee gave out causing him to roll the left ankle and fall on the left knee, (fractured knee cap). it did not involve any compliance issues, no equipment involved. it did not involve job skills, training or attitude. personal safety items were being utilized.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17442,"despite salt treatment, ground was icy. slipped on ice with mutterhorn a tarcil boots on feet.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17443,"employee was walking on uneven ground, fell and twisted her right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17444,climbing down off of a haul truck his foot slipped and he caught himself with his left arm and pulled his shoulder out.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17445,employee was carrying a truck door with his partner and slipped and fell forward when reaching for the hand rail and felt instant pain in elbow,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17446,employee was preparing to remove a large piece of metal from a compressor room and removed the safety bar across the back of the door in order to open the door and removed the metal. the employee proceeded to step through the doorway without recognizing the 2 foot drop to ground level and fell through the opening landing on the ground below on his right side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17447,shop foreman slipped on ice outside of shop and fell. left ankle was twisted and strained. scraped right knee. did not require doctor visit date of incident. he requested doctor visit on 2-15-07. doctor diagnosed minor swelling & prescribed tylenol as needed and follow up doctor visit on 2-26-07.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17448,employee felt a twinge in back upon dismounting a forklift.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17449,"employee received an injury when he fell gettingout of the utility rig basket. with the rig sitting on an incline due to floor heave, the basket was moved to the side of the machine to exit the basket. he raised the basket gate bar to exit holding onto it for support. the hinge end of the bar broke unexpectedly and he fell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17450,"employee walking from bottom, struck his head on a roof bolt plate and fell causing injury to left knee. **employee did not start losing time until 4/10/07 due to surgery**",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17451,"ee was connecting charger to battery on euclid haul truck. he handed down some tools, turned to go toward ladder to come down, slipped on wet platform and fell to ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17452,"technician was removing a 29.5x25 tire from the right rear position, after the tire came off the wheel, tech was setting the tire on the ground which cause the chain to loosen causing the tire to dislodge and strike the technician and caused ee to loose ee's balance and fall to the ground, landing on remote control strapped to ee's shoulders causing the fractures to the pelvis.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17453,employee was rolling up noiseless trunk line while walking. he stepped over rock and felt strain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17454,walking from repair cage with grease gun to grease cooler fan. tripped on mill ball buried in dust side of #3 coal mill.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17455,"employee was stepping over a ditch that had been dug to drain water from a work site. the ground was wet and slick from the rain. when he stepped over the ditch and his foot landed on the other side, he slipped and hit his arm on a rock hurting his shoulder area.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17456,"employee was stepping down from a front-end loader and when his foot touched the ground, he stepped and slipped on a rock, causing him to fall to his knee and injure his right ankle. medical diagnosis: right-ankle sprain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17457,he slipped and fell while welding on texas feeder and dislocated his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17458,employee was hanging curtain in the #2 entry when he fell out of the bucket landing on his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17459,"ee tripped over grass while moving a de-watering line, fell on his left shoulder causing a bruise. after two weeks, ee requested medical evaluation.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17460,ee injured left ankle while dismounting bulldozer after discussing work scope with equipment operator.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17461,ee was climbing a ladder when his foot slipped & he hit his right knee on the rail car,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -17462,"employee was replacing rollers on the slope belt when he lost his footing & fell, landing on his self-rescuer.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17463,"started the loader to let it warm up first thing in the morning, and when employee was climbing down the ladder, foot slipped and employee tried to catch self. employee held onto the rail with right arm, and while doing this felt a popping sensation in right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17464,ee was walking in front of the diamond saw building when he slipped on the snow and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17465,employee was walking behind a maintenance sled when he slipped and twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17466,employee was finishing a break when the toe of ee's boot got hung up on the seat of the bench causing ee to fall on ee's left knee. the fall caused a small laceration. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17467,employee sprained ankle exiting fork lift.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17468,"contractor was sitting in service truck with door open when ee blacked out and fell to the ground striking head on the ground. ee drank coffee, chocked on coffee then passed out and fell out of the truck.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17469,employee was working at the barge load out when he slipped on a 3/8 chain and fell on his back side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17470,employee climbed out from under a rubber tire dozer and stood up. the sun was in his eyes and he lost his balance. he fell and his right hand struck a lock ring from a big tire that was laying on the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17471,"employee stated while pulling himself into a trailer he felt a ""pop"" in his shoulder. he was advised by a physician to stay off work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17472,"employee was inspecting walls between bag houses standing on electrical raceway, weld broke and he fell to deck below landing on feet. (8 feet) not wearing harness, nor following procedure of scaffolding the area. he received minor cuts and a sore back in the fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17473,"stepped on a 1-1/2 stone and rolled ankle, causing ee to fall to the ground. sprained left ankle, knee and low back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17474,"after employee loaded a dozer onto the lowbow he started to walk down the ramp at the back of the lowboy. his left foot slipped into an opening (hole) on the dovetail of the trailer. he fell f orward, breaking his leg. he has had surgery on his leg and is off work at this time.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17475,employee sustained a lower back contusion after slipping while walking up steps.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17476,employee was closing lid on barge and stepped on one of the corregated ribs and slipped and struck his knee on the surface of the lid causing a contusion to his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17477,fell on a block of stone bruising chest.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17478,parking area had material added to it in the a.m. raising the truck level so that final step to ground was about 3'.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17479,"the injured employee was helping carry a belt roller through a walk through door, he tripped over the bottom of the door jam, which caused him to twist and he felt pain in his left hip. he continued to work until he was taken off of work on 4/26/2011.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17480,employee was descending the access ladder of a komatsu 5500 excavator when they lost grip on the hand railing and fell approximately 6' to the ground landing on left foot resulting in a fracture to the ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17481,"stepping down from truck, turned right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17482,employee was descending staircase and tripped and fell down three subsequent steps landing on their knee. knee sustained a sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17483,"the accident was a trip accident. there was a routinely used item of lift equipment. the employee moved between the equipment and the wall, forgot about the lift equipment and tripped on the base of the lift equipment when ee turned 180 deg. away from the wall. the employee will be more aware of ee's surroundings. the employee suffered a sprained little finger and a few scrapes.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17484,the ee's feet slipped while he was drilling & he fell down. he felt right ankle pain & a fracture was confirmed by x-ray.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17485,"employee was pulling a suction hose and float from a pond when the employee slipped on a muddy area, fell and twisted his lower back",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17486,employee was injured when he slipped and fell into the operating longwall face chain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17487,"the injured employee(ee), was walking into the 17-a track spur when ee stepped on loose material, lost ee's balance and stepped into a rut, hyperextending ee's right knee. ee didn't violate any rules or regulations and has proper training.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17488,"after dismounting the #386 dozer, employee took a step and went to the ground, rolling over once. employee got up the second time and went down on the ground on his left side. employee stated his right knee had given out and was hurting. he was seen by his physician and told to follow up with a specialist in 2 weeks. ongoing.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17489,the employee was stepping off of an elevated surface when he stepped in a hole and twisted his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17490,"ee had just completed changing an air lock key from an elevated platform. when the ee started to descend the ladder from the platform, the ladder twisted under his feet causing him to fall approximately 7 feet to the concrete floor. the ee sustained a lost time injury to his back, ribs, and knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17491,"while adjusting a jaw crusher, employee was stepping down off of the side track when he slipped, falling to the ground hitting his tail bone on a rock. employee was examined by a doctor on 9/27/13 and given a full release. clinic follow up visit on 10/3/13 supported full release. employee reported increasing pain, was taken to a doctor on 10/11/13, and placed on restricted duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17492,employee was walking from car in the employee parking lot and slipped on black ice. employee broke right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17493,"while cleaning off the top of the continuous miner, slipped and fell off, twisting his right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17494,employee was climbing down ladder of rock truck when he slipped and fell to ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17495,"employee was operating a hauler, it caught on fire, he had to exit the hauler, went down three steps and then jumped to excape the flame spraining his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17496,employee slipped on the shower room floor and when he grabbed hold of the shower stall to try to break his fall he pulled his left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17497,"after investigation completed on 1/25/2012, it has been determined that an employee walking on the king 5320 stockpile felt a sharp pain in his left calf.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17498,employee was walking from drive shaft cover to 9 spool valve cover when they slipped and fell. there was heavy dew this morning. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17499,employee was picking up a footer for a y prop when he got a catch in his back causing him to fall back against a scoop bucket.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17500,employee aledges that while working on the cone putting a sensor into place he lost his footing and fell against the feed shoot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17501,employee was climbing out of tractor when he lost his footing and twisted his ankle. note: employee was supposed to start therapy on 12/9/02 but he quit work for out company on 12/8/02.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17502,he was removing a tilt jack on a d-11 dozer. he had one foot on the push arm and placed the other foot on the track. the track was muddy and hisfoot slipped causing him to fall on the track.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17503,"employee, returning from medical treatment without notifying company that ee had been injured on a previous date informed company that ee had a bulged disk in ee's back. the employee stated after leaving work ee slipped. the employee said ee didn't fall down or hurt self. after waking up ee felt pain in one of ee's legs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17504,"employee slipped off of the lower step on a fuel truck and landed on the door threshold, injuring his right back rib area.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17505,injured slipped on ice when walking from parking lot to office and sprained his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17506,had just finished some maintenance work and was walking away from area when his knee popped out.(possible pre-existing condition.),SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17507,employee fell getting out of back hoe causing left shoulder injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17508,ee was examining belt and slipped in mud and felt pain in left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17509,employee was walking in # 2 entry of 6b section. he stepped on a rock in a water hole causing him to loose his balance twisting his hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17510,"worker was walking backwards and tripped into a crusher mantle liner lying upside down on the ground and sustained injury to his ribs, upper back and neck.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17511,"employee was climbing a ladder of a 988 loader for am start-up. his hand slipped off the hand rail causing him to fall backwards, landing on his back. he received a lower back strain,",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17512,"employee was stepping into man bus and his right knee gave away. at first the doctor thought it was related to his 2/2013 injury and after the mri was done, he stated that this indeed was a new injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17513,employee was working at the face when they slipped and fell. ee tried to break the fall with the right hand and lacerated the fingers on that hand on some sharp rocks.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17514,employee alleged that ee slipped and struck their side on a handrail fracturing two ribs. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17515,stepping off left side of rock drill and when employee twisted body ee felt a pop/tear in right hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17516,"ee was exiting vehicle, he put his foot on the fuel tank from which the treadplate was missing, he slipped & he landed on his ankle, causing an ankle sprain. treadplate has since been replaced .",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17517,"ee was coming down in bucket to get equipment, leveling cable broke and bucket went forward and dumped ee out. ee has 4 broken ribs, broke collarbone, broke ee's glasses and laceration near right eye.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17518,"he was upstairs blowing out jm3 filter, coming back down the stairs and slipped in the oil on the steps and to keep from falling he leaped to lower platform and injured lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17519,"as employee was climbing down a ladder, ee missed the last step and sprained right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17520,employee jumped off loader and twisted his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17521,"employee climbing into position to add hydraulic fluid to scaler stepped down & slipped in some oil & fell. he said he twisted his left foot, struck left elbow & cut his left thumb. at time of accident he did not indicate that any medical attention was necessary.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17522,"ee was walking around head drive & stepped on #1 shield relay bar, slipped & fell. he did not seek medical attention until 8/17/05. due to continual exposure this injury has been aggravated & he is now seeking medical attention. this injury is being requested to be filed as an occupational illness.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17523,employee was attempting to enter cab of haul truck when his foot slipped off the step resulting in strain of lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17524,"ee walking to change room, when he tripped as he stepped over some welding leads. medical treatment was sought and the xrays showed a fracture of one of the bones attached to the elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17525,ee slipped & fell while getting out of ramcar,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17526,ee fell in line skiff striking knee against bulkhead.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17527,ee slipped and fell at the tailgate while carrying an oxygen bottle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17528,ee was crossing the #17 belt crossover near the tailpiece from the off side to the walkway side. when he stopped down onto the mine floor he twisted his left ankle. degree 3 class. 18.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -17529,"stepping off a water truck, missed step, fell to the ground. seen at er, diagnosed with head injury, released to full duty. contacted safety on 9/3/10, was having pain in head and left shoulder. seen 9/17/10,diagnosed with a shoulder strain, released to full duty and referred to physical therapy. he is not progressing. medical reportable for treatment due to physical therapy.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17530,"employee was getting out of the manlift after installing a hopper plate. as employee was exiting the manlift, he lost footing and twisted his right ankle. employee received trauma and pain to his right ankle. employee was restricted.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17531,"was exiting the loader and foot slipped off step and ring on finger got caught on the step while falling. went to urgent care in keizer, or.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -17532,employee was walking and slipped while carrying a part and when ee fell the part landed on right hand and cut it. ee was taken to the hospital and received 8 stitches,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17533,our customers contract hauler slipped and fell while climbing on his trailer to remove tarp bows. he fell onto a bracket on the side of the trailer cutting his leg at the thigh area. the cut was about 3in. long x 0.75in. deep. 911 was called and the victim was taken to emergency room. the victim was an employee for go-ko trucking federal i.d. #35-1824252.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17534,"ee was assisting in the construction of a crib. he had positioned himself on the side of the crib to reach the top timber position. ee lost his footing, causing him to fall. he attempted to grab the top timber to catch his fall, pulling the timber with him. the timber struck ee in the ankle, causing a contusion.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -17535,"while plastering, employee fell off ladder and landed on his back on top of the plaster bucket.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17536,"employee was walking in the pit when he stepped on a berm of coal. the coal slipped out from under his right foot and he tried to catch himself with his left leg. this action caused his left knee to ""snap"". the employee has been working since the accident, however the pain continued, and the employee missed his first shift because of surgery on 09/16/2004.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17537,"employee was trying to pry a rock loose out of the crusher with a crpw bar, the crow bar came loose instead of rock hitting him in forehead, causing him to fall on ground. laceration from hair line in right upper to the mid forehead over right eye.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17538,employee slipped while walking in roadway and broke right leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17539,"dismounting drill, right foot slipped off step, hurting left knee. reportable on 3/20/2009 when mri taken.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17540,the wrench cable was tangled up on the boom of the freightliner mechanic's truck. employee climbed on the bumper of the truck to straighten the cable and lost his footing. he fell to the ground and injured his right shoulder and elbow. he became a lost time on 9/24/2014.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17541,"the miner slipped and fell on ee's back and rolled 3 to 4 feet. the miner had right shoulder pain. original diagnosis of right shoulder sprain on 4/24/17. the miner had no restrictions/full duty and has had no lost time from the accident. on 7/7/17, diagnosis changed to a torn rotator cuff and is scheduled for right shoulder surgery on 7/12/17. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17542,"during kiln shutdown, ee was assisting maintenance on repair of cement dome. he was standing on curb at truck scales at dome looking in a pickuptruck for a flashlight when he backed up and sli pped off the curb, injuring his left ankle. after reporting for work on 8-24-01 he was sent to er where minute avulsion cortical fracture was diagnosed and ankle splinted.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17543,ee was getting off his dozer at the end of his shift when he slipped on a rock that had became wedged in the step that was located on the push arm of the dozer.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17544,"ee was climbing off of side of conveyor when he became entangled in wiring mounted on side of conveyor, causing him to lose his balance and fall appr 4'. ee landed on his hands and knees, causing injury to his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17545,"ee was carrying a timber in mud on 12/7/07, when he slipped and felt pain in his left knee. ee continued to work until 12/28/07. this accident became msha reportabe on 12/28/07 as ee missed work as a result of knee pain, doctor recommendation.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17546,employee was climbing down from a 40 ton articulate dump truck that was wet and slipped on the access ladder step. he fell to the ground (less than 5') causing a sprain to his left knee,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17547,"the crew were making an add and when the driller lifted the pipe off the truck, the employee grabbed the pipe and had it in position while it was being lowered. he lost his footing causing the pipe to fall back against the mast slide smashing his finger between the pipe and the slide.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -17548,"removing trash from ball mill area, started walking backwards to allow truck to go by and stepped on dome grind media losing balance and falling, hitting tailbone on media and a wood plank.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17549,employee manually unloading tires from semi-trailer reached up to pull down tire and legs collapsed pulling tire down with him while falling.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion in lifting objects -17550,"employee was in the process of cleaning off top of slurry tank, so a repair could be made to one of the screens. employee fell through the screen. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17551,employee was leaving shovel work area when he slipped on an access ladder and fell injuring his low back from impact.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17552,"ee slipped and theaked his lower, back when he caught his balance with handrail of catwalk.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17553,the employee's foot slipped off a rung while climbing a ladder and slid/fell landing on an outstretched left hand. the fall resulted in a fractured left wrist and dislocated shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17554,"stepped from ladder to crane outrigger beam, slipped straddling beam, caught self with right arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17555,was climbing down a bench on the slope working area and turned or sprained ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17556,cold icy conditions 9 degrees f.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17557,employee slipped on a hill and strained left calf muscle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17558,"a bridge formed in the feed hopper, the miner shut down the conveyer and climbed onto the conveyer to clear the bridged material. as he worked he stepped onto a roller which rolled out from un der his foot and he slipped down into the conveyer frame, twisting his ankle in the process.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17559,miner getting into 350 c payhauler truck. his foot slipped on the step and he grabbed the steering wheel to gain his balance. his hand was cut on the spinner knob bracket.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17560,"5 east #2 drive while pulling a 2"" x 15' plastic hose, he stepped on a lump of coal which busted causing him to pitch backwards and hit his elbow on the corner of a built crib. ee had to have fluid removed from his elbow on 5/9/00 and ceased working on 5/17/00 due to additional fluid on the elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17561,"the employee was stopped at 12 block 9 south haulage on 86 mantrip. when the employee stepped off the mantrip, ee landed on a rock. ee twisted ee's right knee and fell to the mine floor. the employee was following all laws and company policies, and was wearing all appropriate ppe. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17562,ee complained that his shoulder was hurting from his accident on 10-4-01. he went to see dr and is on restricted duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17563,ee dismounted backhoe on unlevel surface. as he was walking away from backhoe his right ankle gave way on uneven surface.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17564,"employee was ready to start using the forklift when they noticed the seat belt wedged under the seat of forklift. as they were dismounting, in a rainy morning and thinking about safety and supporting the start up of the plant, they used left foot and try to reach the floor without using the step and not using three points of contact. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17565,man walking through x-cut rockdusting step on chunk of coal on slate and fell on the side of his left foot. fractured bone in left foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17566,employee stepped backwards away from a suspended load and tripped and fell on left elbow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17567,"on february 6, 2014 at approximately 10:00am, ee was working at the bucket wheel on the west transfer conveyor with 2 co-ee's. he slipped on ice and fell on his right side. he immediately felt pain in his right elbow and his lower left back. he reported this to company immediately. ee was driven to one medical for evaluation.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17568,"employee was walking across the lot near the plant to measure a piece of steel to cut. employee was walking on uneven ground, he felt his ankle give out and he fell to the ground. employee received a sprained right ankle. employee was off work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17569,"the employ was finishing washing scales, since water valve is hard to turn off, he tried to turn off with foot. lost balance, fell while trying to catch fall, fractured left arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17570,"ee left the mcc room with a shovel in hand to clear the snow and ice from the #1 screening tower area so they could start up that part of the plant. preceding to that area the ee lost his balance and fell, injuring his right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17571,icy conditions. truck driver slipped on ice while entering truck. dislocated right thumb when he fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17572,ee stepping up on fork truck- his foot slipped and he struck chin on seat.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17573,ee went to step over berm and step on ice and slipped and fell- he told his supervisor that he was ok only his pride was hurt. supervisor was made aware of the slip and fall on the same day- human resources was not informed until 4-08-03,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17574,"employee was walking on slippery surface, rolled his ankle and felt intense pain. x rays were negative for fracture, employee was given a brace and released to full duty, however was unable to return to work for two shifts due to pain in ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17575,"employee was dragging a 2"" air line and stepped into a gulley and fell. he twisted his knee while falling to the ground and his head struck the ground. his hard hat flew off and his head hit the ground again, without his hard hat.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17576,while performing a pre-trip inspection of a mantrip ie fell to the ground and hit knee. ie was seen by a physician on 01/25/2018 and continued working with a full release. ie was diagnosed with a torn meniscus on 02/09/2018 and was restricted from returning to work until after surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17577,"ee was working with shovel cable, the cable pulled tight and the ee was knocked off his feet. he hit his head on the ground, cutting his forehead. seen at the er, stitches were required to close the wound and the employee was released to full duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17578,employee was walking on snow/ice covered parking area to get into truck and ee slipped and fell on left hip. this caused a fracture in the left hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17579,ee was stepping down from the water truck ladder to the ground when he felt pain in his right foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17580,"using a 6 foot a-frame ladder to tighten bolts, ladder kicked out causing him to slip and catch himself with his right arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17581,the employee was walking down a small grade. the ground was wet and there was loose rock. he slipped on the loose rock and fell backwards on to his back. the top of his right wrist struck against the ground. he felt pain a short time later.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17582,employee was walking toward the face. the bottomwas wet and had some irregularities due to shuttle car roadways. the employee slipped on the wetslippery bottom. he stated he felt pain in his left thight.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17583,while checking fluid levels durign pretrip hge fell from the haul truck spraining his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17584,"the employee fractured his right wrist when he was knocked to the ground by falling wooden pallets. the employee and a coworker were stacking and relocating pallets on the north side of the packhouse, when the coworker lifted pallets causing them to topple. the employee was treated on the doi and release on restricted duty status pending further treatment.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17585,"employee was walking down a set of steps while maintaining 3 points of contact. the miner missed the last step in the set and fell forward striking his side on a hand rail. the miner suffered a fracture to one of his ribs. the following were not a factor: rules, regs, mining equipment, skills, training, proficiency, ppe, or safety devices on equipment.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17586,"employee lost footing while running a jackleg, falling back with equipment landing on left foot. the ground conditions were muddy.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -17587,while leaving for the day the scale operator fell on her way to her car. there is a step down from the sidewalk to the parking lot of about 3 inches. when she stepped she caught this drop mid foot which then led to her falling on her left shoulder. at this point no damage has been identified but she is on a lifting restriction with use of a sling.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17588,"employee was geting in the cab of a cat 113c water wagon as he reached the cab and started to enter in the cab, he hit the steering wheel causing the machine to move, he lost his balance and fell back to the ground. the employee sprained his left ankle and wrist as a result of the fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17589,"while descending the stairway in the secondary crusher to a lower level, ee misplaced his foot and twisted his ankle. the resultant injury was a nondisplaced fracture to a tarsal bone in the foot. employee was released for work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17590,"emp. was changing out transmission filters on d-10. emp. had to mount rear of tractor to complete job. as he was dismounting, he stated that the underlying rock/buildup shifted. at this time he experienced pain in his r knee. emp was evaluated by an ortho surgeon on 10/29/09 and placed on restricted duty pending surgery.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17591,"employee slipped on ice and fell, hitting his right elbow, and the employee felt a pop in his shoulder which caused pain. he was taken to his physician, then an orthopedic doctor and was placed on restricted duty with a sling until a follow up appointment. ongoing.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17592,employee was helping change iron in the jaw when he fell and pulled a muscle in his arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17593,ee was making a connection on a conveyor truss walkway. a weldment approx. 4' from he failed resulting in a collapse on which he was standing. he fell approx. 6' and caught himself on a structural member of the same truss resulting in injury to his rib cage.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -17594,"ee was cutting metal across tracks and was pulling torch hose over to cut up some other scraps when he tripped and hit his elbow, splitting it open. returned to work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17595,"ee was exiting the m-5 mill door, when he slipped on some ice straining his back. worked light duty may 5-9 and was sent off site on the 10th to an anchorage dr. missed work on may 11-14, retu rn to work may 15th.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17596,ee was assisting on vulcanizing ria conveyor at crush/convey division. it was working off a platform he turned to step down off platform and he felt his knee pop and causal immediate pain. he had made this move several times during the day.dr determined possible ligament damage to left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17597,employee stepped out of stockpile truck. employee thought they stepped on rock and lost their balance. employee fell on left arm to break fall. then felt short of breath. went to hospital er to get checked.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17598,"after finishing his shift as meo at refuse pile, employee was cleaning his boots on metal grating outside the lunch room. employee slipped and fell. note: employee did not seek medical attenti on until 9/22/02. his first day off work was 9/25/02.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17599,"the injured employee was walking on the walkway of the second deck of our tow boat, when he struck his head against the walkway support for the third deck.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17600,"ee asked for pain medication. he said he had fallen to by the polymer mixing tank. he said he had slipped and fell. he was asked if he wanted to be taken to the clinic to get checked out. his respose was no, that he just needed something to ease some pain. he then said he had changed him mine and wanted to go to the clinic. his father called an ambulance.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17601,"ee was setting a belt head and stepped backwards and stepped on a crib block, causing him to fall and fracturing (hairline) his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17602,the employee's left foot got stuck in the mud while closing the kennedy doors and fell causing him to strain his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17603,a customer driver sustained an injury while on our property.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17604,stepped off inspection deck of elevator thinking it was flush with landing. it wasn't and he twisted his left ankle. dr. has advised no work until 4-12-01 and then restricted work until swelli ng lessens.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17605,employee was standing on the spill tray of the longwall hooking a chain to the spray boom in front of the #9 shield when the face in front of shield #10 rolled out causing the employee to jump backward landing on his lower back. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17606,"employee was climbing off the 988b using the access ladder on the right side of the loader. as employee stepped on the bottom rung of the ladder, his foot slipped off causing him to lose his grip and fall on his left shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17607,"when cleaning back window, employee was stepping on to catwalk when he injured his right ankle/foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17608,"ee was trying to open a valve that was fitted with a ""t"" handle. the handle broke and the ee stumbled back hitting his head on a heat exchanger plate causing a laceration to his head (10 stitc hes required). he also chipped a tooth when the ""t"" handle hit him in the mouth.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17609,"while stepping out of transmixer truck, stepped down with right leg on loose rock in roadway causing employee to slip down ramp and when boot caught traction and stopped abruptly this caused a jamming motion to right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17610,employee dismounted machine at end of shift and stepped on a large stone twisting his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17611,employee was using a jackhammer busting up concrete next to a sloped bank. he apparently stepped on some loose rock or slipped and slid down the embankment bruising his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from piled material -17612,"the employee was helping to make a belt set-up and was carrying a top roller when he tripped over soemthing causing him to fall, bruised his lower back and legs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17613,"employee was working along the belt line when they slipped in some mud, fell and struck right knee causing pain. employee stated they did not want or need medical treatment at that time however on 07 feb 20 went to the er for complaint of pain to right knee, employee was given a full release to work at that time.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17614,"cleaning radiator with pressure washer, missed step and fell off loader, fell about 4'.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17615,employee was walking toward belt entry; he stepped over a timber onto a half header. this caused his ankle to twist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17616,"ee was pumping out compartments on the 20""dredgehe miss stepped & fell into compartment bruisinghis leg & back. he managed to catch himself before he went al the way down abrasion to his back & leg",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17617,"ground area wet due to afternoon rain shower, but there was no rain during time of incident. ee was exiting the cab of a fuel truck, his left foot got caught int he step of the cab and twisted as he lowered himself to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17618,employee slipped and fell while exiting the oil containment area fracturing a rib.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17619,"ee alleges he was walking to the job site & slipped on metal shavings. he alleges his right hand grasped something & his left hand went to the ground catching himself. he reported accident 1/11/05, at which time he was sent to dr. he required 2 days of modified work at which time this incident became reportable. claim is being investigated due to his delay in reporting it.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17620,"employee was replacing #2 microsizer motor. he had lowered old unit through a hole created in the floor for this purpose. he left the area to secure parts/tools, reentered the area to get his tools and stepped through the hole in the floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17621,"ee was working off a wooden ladder, when the 4th rung broke. he fell through to top of pre mix xcreen.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17622,"employee tripped over an uneven surface and fell, causing a laceration on his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17623,muddy conditions existed around belt head that employee was working on. he stepped wrong in the mud and twisted his right knee. he worked until 8/5/06 before going to the doctor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17624,ee was going up #3 catwalk to clean a choke on #3 dust chamber--ee slipped on catwalk--catwalk and ee's boots were muddy.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17625,"ee was running the quarry saw when a wire broke. ee was pulling the wire and walking backwards when ee fell on some grout. this was human error, ee has done this job for months. ee fractured ankle. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17626,"ee leaned into electrical junction box at mine location to disconnect power cable. bruised leftside of trunk, ribs. note: ee failed to report incident as req'd counseled.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17627,slip on step and fell on right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17628,employee inside gyp silo 21 breaking down the job. standing on scaffolding--was handed a ladder from below. went to turn with ladder. as he did his foot caught between scaffold planks. they were tied down and did not move. he fell sideways wrenching his back on the lower left side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17629,employee was stepping down off a ladder. he slipped on a muddy step and sprained his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17630,ee was walking along #2 conveyor belt and stepped on un-even mine floor and rolled right ankle. ee finished shift. x-rays negative. ee sustained sprained right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17631,"ee stepped on grating at monitor clamshell area. the grating slipped off one edge, causing him to fall with it into the ditch. he fell onto a corner of the steel grating, which lacerated the b ack of his left inner thigh. he climbed out of the ditch. first aid was applied, and an ambulance was summoned. er dr.'s care-released 1.5 hours later.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17632,employee was stepping down from a work position when he struck his left hand against a loader bucket.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -17633,"ee was walking ove to ""b"" concentrate pump to start it. as he walked by an underflow pump, he slipped but did not fall on some slurry. he received conservative treatment until physical therapy was prescribed. received verbal notification ofp.t. on 7-30.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17634,"an aecom employee involved in a subsurface investigations for a prefeasibility study for a new tailing impoundment stepped on a rock as they exited a vehicle. this caused the ankle to twist. employee later recieved treatment including a brace, prescription ibuprophen, work restrictions, and physical therapy. the injury did not reslut in lost time.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17635,employee was getting out of kubota and twisted his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17636,employee was walking down mine office steps when his left boot tread caught on steps causing him to twist his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17637,ee was climbing off a front end loader. his handslipped off of the handrail causing his body to twist off to the side. he felt his knee pop while twisting.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17638,"ee was walking l17 belt line stepped on fist size rock, the rock rolled out from his left foot twisting his left ankle",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17639,"ee slipped on some ice, and fell on his left leg, causing a bruise to his shin",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17640,stepped over dirt hill and knee popped. grabbed handrail to keep from falling. went to emergency room. only drawled one week workers comp.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17641,"miner was working on underside of a pickup truck. ee came out from under the truck and stood up quickly. when ee stood up, felt dizzy. ee moved while still dizzy and slipped on wet grass.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17642,employee stated that while getting on the dozer he slipped and fell. he used his right hand to catch himself. this accident was not reported until 9-1-2009.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17643,"ee was loading a truck and tripped on pallet, injured his lt. knee. (lost time)",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17644,"while descending boarding ladder of haul truck 206, employee slipped and hit back against the ladder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17645,employee allegedly injured himself on 7/2/2012 and did not report the injury until 7/4/2012. the employee reported that he slipped while descending a incline after completing an environmental inspection at the south retention pond and injured his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17646,member tripped over a flexible water hose at top of slope twisting his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17647,washing makedown mixer overflow of dry clay product off metal surface with water creating slick surface of clay and water. clay & water mixture does not properly drain at this location.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17648,employee was moving a 55 gal. drum from underneath a pallet rack. he pulled it very hard and the lid came off. when the lid came off the employee fell backwards into the pallet rack leg hurting his back. when he hit his back it caused a soft tissue contusion to the right flank.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17649,employee was stepping down from a ladder to the main floor when employee twisted ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17650,"employee was working from the filter press maintenance platform when ee fell. the employee was taken to hospital, where it was determined ee sustained a lower leg and back injury. the employee was treated and released the same day.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -17651,"ee was hanging a truss on right side of 435 bolter. ee hung truss, was getting down, his left foot slipped off, stab jack right foot got caught between extending cylinder & stab jack (location ) twisting ee's right knee. orthopedic specialist found left knee tibial spine fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -17652,"ee was cleaning the mill mcc room when ee tripped and fell, landing on right shoulder. ee refused medical treatment, reporting was sore but ok. ee requested examination on 8/14. ee was examined on 8/14, 9/6 & 9/12/17. soft tissue surgery recommended after 9/12 exam. surgery occurred 10/18/17.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17653,employee slipped on a piece of snow covered plexi-glass. he fell on his right hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17654,"employee slipped on wet surface and fell to ground. employee complaining of right shoulder, lower back and right knee pain. employee placed on restricted duty on 11/26/2013.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17655,"employee went to see doctor on 8-17-00 and was placed on restricted duty. he went back to see the doctor on 8-22 and wa splaced on temp disability. employee was hosing out under the jawcrusher , slipped on some oil on the ground and strainedlower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17656,employee lost his footing and fell catching himself with his left hand and wrist to brace his fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17657,employee was jumping over a conduit ditch in order to help shovel concrete. he slipped and his right foot went into the ditch between the conduits.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17658,employee was patching hole in chute to upper reclaim belt. stepped on a clinker and ankle rolled. sprain to right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17659,walking in old roadway. stepped in mud and twisted his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17660,"employee states he was climbing onto front of locomotive and lost footing, causing him to fall and strike ground with back, arm, and knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17661,"employee was stepping off of rear of flat-bed truck when he slipped on wet bentonite. while falling and trying to catch himself, he strained his left wrist and bruised ribs along his left side.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17662,"while descending a ladder, employee lost his footing causing him to land awkward, twisting his left ankle. light duty & prescription.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17663,ee was standing on a ladder removing plate at #3 swing mill (rm) area. when plate was removed build up released pushing ee off ladder causing him to fall approx.8'to ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17664,"employee was on unlevel ground and stepped in a pot hole, causing employee to twist his ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17665,employee was walking down along a concrete retaining wall and fell over the wall to the concrete floor below. the employee received 12 stitches in his left forearm near the elbow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17666,worker fell off stone he was splitting landed on his face jammed his neck,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17667,ee was preshifting the underground section when he stepped in a hole and twisted his left knee as he fell down. the ee continued to work regular full duty through 06/21/09. msha lost time accident 06/22/09.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17668,"he was walking to the bath house from the parking lot before his shift started; he slipped and fell striking his right elbow, causing a dislocation of the right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17669,while employee was descending the right side of the front-end loader he fell to the ground resulting in a left knee injury (inflammation). doctor immobilized the left knee (knee brace) and issued work restrictions. employee returned to work and was accomodated for his work restrictions. employee will be re-examined on september 6 at 9:00 am.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17670,"ee was climbing down scaffold ladder and slippedon rung, falling and landed on his ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17671,"employee was opening valve on a propylene tank. when he exerted force, he moved forward and struck a steel rod.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17672,employee parked loader before getting out. when he was coming out he turned to the door to descend the ladder. his foot slipped off the first step and fell back. his tail end hit the ground first. he injured his lower back & leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17673,employee was performing normal job duties & slipped & fell on algie build up around m-14 tank.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17674,employee was exiting the man van at the crusher road tiedown when employee rolled right ankle. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17675,ee twisted his right ankle when he stepped over a pipe. ee placed on restricted duty on 06/04/13.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17676,"the employee was moving from one side of loader tot he other via the rear deck. the employee was carrying a tool box in one hand and holding the hand-rail with the other, when he missed a ste p and fell tot he floor striking his left elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17677,"employee was descending the steps on the cat 789c rock truck when he slipped on the bumper, losing his footing and fell on the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17678,"while mining, slipped and fell inbetween boards and injured ribs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17679,ee stepped out of truck & strained instep of right foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17680,ee was getting off of the scoop when he slipped and fell. he struck his right knee on a rock which cut it. he received 8 stitches.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17681,"while loading a train an empty railcar was observed with tree limbs inside it. the injured was standing on the ladder on the outside of the stopped car while another employee handed the tree limbs out to him. the injured lost his balance and fell hitting his side on the trailing railcar, then falling to the ground. the injured suffered a cracked rib.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17682,employee was walking down the slope belt and pulled employees groin area when employee slipped and fell. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17683,"employee related that the step on the loader gave-way when exiting for lunch. he fell approx. 4-4.5' & rolled onto his buttocks & back. fall aggrevated prior back injury. dr. prescribed pain killer, heat & physical therapy. return to work only after mri. patient refused drug test per drug free program.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17684,was hosing floor of prep plant he stepped on floor drain cover with right foot dislodging cover.he stated he twisted his back,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17685,fell from conveyer carrying material.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17686,employee was walking off the h-2 long wall pull out face and as employee went to step off the base of the shield to the floor employee twisted left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17687,"miner was found lying on ground left side of 990h loader, was seen minutes before on railed platform at rear of loader. miner was transported by ambulance to hospital, responsive at time of transport, trying to talk, attempting to sit up, remains in hospital for treatment for injuries.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17688,"the injury was climbing backdown from snowplow sandbox towards cab of snowplow driver door, using handrails and steps, when he approached snow-plow cab side door he grabbed partially opened door window. the door suddenly swung open and hit the injured in the rt. forehead causing a small abrasion.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17689,"employee stepped from service truck to hard frozen ground and experienced pain in arch of right foot. neither first aid nor medical treatment was sought at the time. on february 06, 2009 he was examined by a dr. and referred to physical therapy.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17690,"employee stated that while getting on the ""lizard truck"" his foot slipped. when he turned to grab the handrail he twisted his back. injury was reported on 10-6-08.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17691,"while carrying a gear, employee stumbled smashing finger under gear.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -17692,"reportable only: employee walking to get tools, tripped and fell on channel cutting his left lower leg .",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17693,"employee turned to walk over to the welding truck and stepped into a 5 1/2"" drill hole twisting his left knee. on april 12, 2007, employee informed management that he had received results on april 10, 2007 of an mri that was positive for ligament damage in the knee. this accident was not reportable until we received the positive results from the mri on april 12, 2007.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17694,climbed on water truck to fill. when finished fill started back to ladder to get off - slipped and fell to ground. landed on back - thought he wasn't hurt bad but wanted to go home.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17695,"employee tripped on platform ramp edge, striking knee on platform grating. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17696,ee was climbing down a ladder from 777d rock truck when he hit his lower right shin (laceration).,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17697,"employee fell from the deck of a parked haul truck, while attempting to clean the driver's side mirror",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17698,employee fell from belt while working on structure. landed on back. complaining of pain in left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17699,injured's right knee gave out causing him to fall and wrench his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17700,"ee states that he was going down the stairs and stepped on a reock, slid off step and went down to the next step, jamming right leg upward.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17701,ee was checking electrical wiring on #8680 loader. ee was standing on tire of #8680. slipped and caught/broke fall with right hand. hand started to hurt. tire had snow on it causing ee to slip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17702,employee began missing time on 2/18/2011 for pain in his left knee. after reviewing the mri report it was decided this was due to a degenerative condition to the acl. it is now being reported as an occupational illness.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17703,"employee statement - put tubes out. had one remaining and took it to stemming pile where extra tubes are kept. walking back to drill, i slipped on some stemming #6 stones that were on top of smooth bedrock. my right foot went up and my left foot ended up underneath me. i felt my left ankle pop.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17704,"the employee was operating a vac truck when the employee slipped exiting the truck, outstretching the right arm to try and catch self as the employee fell to the ground. the employee felt pain in the right shoulder and was sent out for evaluation at the clinic. restricted duty and referral to physical therapy.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17705,"ee was standing on ladder hanging curtain, ladder gave way, causing employee to fall injuring knee. cause of this injury was employee not paying attention. compliance with rules and regulations, involvement with mine equipment or mine systems, or protective items are not a factor. job skills and miner's proficiency may be a factor. this did not become a lost time until 04/15/2013.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17706,"at the bottom of the production/skip shaft, employee was walking down a stairs when he stepped on an un-even surface at the bottom of the stairs, turning his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17707,"the employee was walking up the #2 entry, employee turned towards #1 entry at 16xc on the b-north section and slipped on a crib block that was buried in the mud, causing employee to twist employee's right knee and fall to the ground. *note: employee continued to work until 03/30/2017",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17708,"employee was welding on truck box 12.516. while employee was repositioning self to continue welding, employee slipped and fell. employee put right hand down to break fall, landing on hand causing small finger to dislocate. employee was wearing proper hand protection. employee went to er and had finger relocated.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17709,employee was getting out of his truck to empty his bin. he went to step out on the walkway when his right foot slipped causing him to fall. he caught his fall with his hands.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17710,employee was climbing down out of storage trailer and he stepped on a block of wood and lost his footing and fell on his right shoulder. ee should have used a ladder and tied it off to the storage trailer to prevent movement. the on-site safety mgr. explained to employee that he should used a ladder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17711,ee is missing work due to degenerative disease of the left knee. he has had knee surgery twice on left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17712,ee was standing on a plank welding eye bolts on the conveyor of the crusher the plank broke and ee fell into the crusher straight down something hit him in the need when his hard hat fell off. requiring s stitches. he is sore-his removed his stitches and he did not miss any work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17713,stumbled when pulling a 1 1/2 water hose and hit his rt knee on a concrete base pad. he fractured his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17714,"went in early on this day. walking across the section to see what areas needed cleaning. walked in the crosscut between #2 & #3 entries, he stepped across a rut in the floor made by a scoop tire and hyper-extended right knee. continued working and did not seek medical attention until 3/26/10 on scheduled day off. saw dr. due to pain, 1st day missed was 3/29/10.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17715,miner stepped back and slipped off a piece of rock and fell on his tail bone.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17716,employee was working in the slope when he slipped on the wet floor and felt burning in the groin area. lost time injury as of 2/14/06.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17717,"employee was standing next to a wire trough that sits approximately 4"" from the ground. as he was turning to walk, he caught his foot under the trough. this caused him to fall to the concrete.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17718,"walking into bath house from the outside to start work, ee tripped in the doorway. he fell, catching himself, jarring his back and neck. (first day missed--5-22-00)",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17719,"injured employee (ie) was working on an air slide in the mill building. ie was breaking for lunch and walked away from the worksite, but returned to drop off knee pads. after dropping them off, ie turned, took a step, tripped on air slide screen, and fell onto left shoulder. ie sought medical treatment, was diagnosed with a shoulder sprain, and placed on restricted duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17720,(2)employee's were working on changing rollers on conveyor. (1)employee left to get tools & the other ee fell off conveyor & injured his left thumb. both ee's were written up for failing to wear fall protection & a safety meeting was held.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17721,"employee was walking alongside the conveyor beltline and stepped on uneven ground/rock that was frozen and rolled an ankle resulting in pain, swelling and bruising. employee was taken to the emergency room for further examination where an x ray determined that they had suffered a fracture to the lower tibia (ankle). employee will need surgery to repair the broken bone.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17722,employee was at the end of catwalk coming off of raw coal silo concrete pad when foot slipped off edge of concrete pad twisting left knee ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17723,"slipped on wet floor while using a squeegie to clean up spilled material, injured right shoulder trying to prevent fall. employee reported injury, did not seek medical attention until october 14. 2006 when he was taken to hospital with shoulder pain. he has not missed any work hours due to this injury, as to date.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17724,ee was walking backwards while carrying screen on screening tower platform. he tripped on water line and landed on his right side on top of support beam. employee had been working in same area and had made numerous trips.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17725,"while ascending the 990 loader, the employee slipped on a loose cover plate and fell to the same level twisting his ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17726,"ee was drilling holes in top of fender to move auto greaser, when drill bit broke through, he lost his footing and fell from top of fender to the ground. ee was taken to er by ambulance and was diagnosed with a heel fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17727,"walking on job site, scoria surface, stepped on dirt clump and rolled ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17728,"ee lost balance stepping over 14"" pipe and prevented fall with forward step of l foot. placement of foot resulted in fracture of #5 metatarsal l foot. temporary restricted mobility.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17729,employee slipped on wet muddy surface injuring rt lower leg,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17730,employee was at the preg tank to change the filter. ee stepped up onto the curb for the containment area and twisted ee's knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17731,emp stepping over silt fence to take a water sample when their weight shifted causing their foot to slip in mud and twist their right knee resulting in pain. emp did not think they needed to go to doctor at that time. pain became worse over time and now is needing surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17732,walking - twisted knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17733,"filter plant helper was cleaning #2 filter and the metal floor grating gave way. the employee partially fell causing injury to his right knee & left hand. on april 8, the employee did not seek medical attention. on april 17, the employee requested medical attention. the treating physician issued work restrictions resulting in lost time (no ""seated"" light duty available).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17734,"while working in garage, employee turned and fell in the garage and hit the garage floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17735,ee was measuring for wear plate c twin sand screw when he was getting down to strike his upper lip into sand screw. ee was wearing all required ppe plus safety harness.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17736,employee tripped on uneven ground and fell forward. employee attempted to brace for the fall using right hand. the right hand then made contact with a truck door causing the pinky finger to be jammed into the palm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17737,"adjustng plastic on hooder, stepped down and twisted ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17738,while looking for a handrailing in the scrap area employee stepped on unlevel ground and twisted his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17739,employee was walking in sand fron the excavator to the feeder when he stepped on a rock and twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17740,"ee was carrying rock dust around bolter when he got his feet tangled in cable, causing him to trip, striking his back on bumper of roof bolter.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17741,ee was doing a pre-shift inspection of a loader.as he was lifting the cover off the loader he slipped and strained his lower back. he went to the clinic for treatment and was released to come to work with restrictions.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17742,stepped out of diesel mantrip and turned ankle,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17743,"employee was hoisting a steel beam with a chain. the chain slipped and the steel beam fell approximately 3 ft. employee was on top of the beam when it fell and he slipped off when it hit the ground, breaking his leg. owner took employee to the emergency room at the local hospital where he was admitted for treatment.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17744,"climbing on a 988g loader, boots were muddy causing right foot to slip and twisted knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17745,employee(e) was changing height of index feed conveyor and replaced set pins. the (e) turned to dismount platform and fell backwards into the framework of the conveyor.the (e) sustained a laceration above his left eye. the (e) was transported to the san juan hospital where he received sutures to close the wound.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -17746,"employee was walking in the #4 belt entry past the 10 s/c shuttle car that he operates when he slipped and fell in an uneven area of the roadway, causing him to injure his right ankle. he was transported & diagnosed with a fracture to the right ankle which resulted in lost workdays.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17747,"while climbing down the machine, employee stepped on shoe string and fell to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17748,employee tripped while descending stairs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17749,employee stated that he twisted his left knee while walking to check the # 5 entry. he had surgery on 04/02/2010 but has continued to perform his regular duties as foreman.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17750,while returning to pick up truck to retrieve lunch box the employee slipped on snow and ice on the hoist house parking lot. employee was preparing to take a getman underground via the slope. 2-3 stitches required.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17751,injured tripped over gas line on burner floor. and injured back. became reportable when injured was placed on restricted duty work 6-11-01.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17752,mechanic was loading a wooden crane pad (65 lbs)onto the front deck of a 35 ton crane. employee slipped in the mud and fell forward catching his little finger between the crane pad and a metal loop designed to hold the pad the pad on the crane.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17753,worker slipped on gravel and sprained left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17754,"while ascending the steps to the laraox, employee's left foot slipped causing them to fall forward striking left knee on the grating of the stairs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17755,"was walking from truck cab back to load trailer. slipped and fell between dock and trailer bed, twisting right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17756,"the employee was putting belt rails and structure back up over a take-up when ee slipped off the take-up between the take-up ropes, and got feet tangled up with the grease hoses, resulting in twisting ee's right knee. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17757,"operator slipped while performing pre-shift inspection on equipment, falling about 3 feet.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17758,"while lifting a lead, employee caught left foot on a berm and fell, twisting his ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from piled material -17759,ee was scraping the windshield of the loader and was walking on the catwalk. he slipped and tried to grab the handrail but it was too slippery. he lost his grip and felt a pulling in his right shoulder up to his neck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17760,fracture to right wrist when employee fell on snow/ice covered driveway as he was walking from the main building to the control room.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17761,"an operator in the mill was running a loader on the mill stockpile ore pad, feeding the mill hopper. when operator was getting out of loader at the end of shift, employee felt a pain going down right leg. employee later contacted a doctor, where an mri was performed. on march 16 a cortisone injection was administered. minor injury report was filed feb.14 2020",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17762,the miner was refueling the el-jay. as he stepped off of the ladder onto the ground he rolled his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17763,"employee was stepping out of the cab of lo trac, when his ankle gave out, causing him to fall and spraining his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17764,employee was performing the daily servicing tasks (fueling & greasing) on the kamatsu pc 750 excavator located in the bottom of the pit. while exiting the machine employee lost his footing and fell approximately 3 feet to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17765,a trespasser not employed by the mine operator entered the property when the mine was not in operation and died as a result of an apparent suicide. *the cause of death was multiple blunt force injuries as a result of jumping off a cliff into the quarry.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17766,employee was welding on blower motor shroud. employee finished welding as was stepping from blower motor platform to cable reel. employee had welding helmet on but raised. hit helmet as stepping and lost balance. employee fell backward and landed on blower motor platform landing on right side. restricted from work for deep tissue bruise to right thigh. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17767,employee states he was walking on uneven ground and twisted ankle/foot. he was diagnosed a couple of days later with a hairline fracture in the foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17768,"employee was walking in the primary plant area when they tripped, they did not fall but the awkward step they made to avoid falling caused pain in their right leg groin area, ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17769,ee (mechanic) notified (owner) that he thought he twisted his right knee by slipping while working on a loader. he asked if i could make him an appointment for the doctor on monday the 24th 2011.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17770,"employee tripped over pipe, sprained right foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17771,the haul truck was stuck on the dump and the operator exited the cab and was climbing down the ladder and twisted an ankle when they reached the ground breaking the left ankle,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17772,"as employee was getting off ladder of hopper car, set foot down on the edge of concrete walkway twisting left ankle",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17773,"2 employees were removing handrail when one repositioned hand and rail got away throwing other off 36"" ramp to ground. (asphalt)",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17774,while working on airslide in dusty environment employee's glasses became foggy due to dust mask. dust stuck to ee's glasses and obstructed ee's vision while ee was descending the ladder. ee missed a step and fell. ee bruised left hip and glute and left elbow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17775,the employee was inside the shop turning the head on a starter. he completed the task and climbed up on the tailgate of truck #77 and was bending down to lift the starter into the bed of his truck so that he may take it back to the pit and complete the maintenance task. while doing so his left foot slipped and his leg moved forward. he heard a pop in his left leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17776,miner was exiting the cab of a claw machine when he lost his footing causing him to twist his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17777,employee was going down steps to bottom floor of fines crusher. he stepped onto last step which was concrete and his legs gave out. he fell forward into person in front of him and then collapsed to the ground level. the steps were dry. employee was diagnosed with torn quadriceps.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17778,employee slipped and struck his knee causing a fracture.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17779,employee was completing his pre-operational inspection on broderson #51.as he was descending from the deck he lost his balance causing a minor abrasion to his nose and pulled his left groin.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17780,"ee was checking raw coal crusher for material buildup, as he started down off platform, footing slipped & he hit corner of metal cover with right arm just below elbow. laceration required 5 stitches inner & outer",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17781,operator was going east down the stairs and missed the first step falling to the ground and landing on right shoulder. employee was seen by site ert and sent to a local clinic where it was determined employee had a fractured right clavicle. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17782,ee was shutting the 345 sown for the day. he stepped ont he tracks and slipped about 1 foot-twisting his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17783,"stepping off last rung of 980g, left leg buckled and knee popped. shook off and could walk on it. friday night moved left leg slightly and knee popped and couldn't bend knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17784,operator was putting anti freeze in radiator of loader. when finished he was stepping down on step to exit machine. his foot slipped off of step causing him to fall and hit his tail bone on ma chine.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17785,"employee was standing a concrete equipment pad performing maintenance on the p-2 ball mill lube system. when he stepped down to the catwalk approx. 24"" below, he felt pain in his foot. an x-ray was inconclusive so he was treated for a sprain & this incident was classified as first aid. on october 17, a new x-ray revelaed a fracture in the 4th metatarsal so now reportable.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17786,ee stated he was walking from change room to crusher building to go to work when he slipped on ice in road and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17787,"injured stumbled on a rock while walking. as he regained his balance, injured felt pain in the lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17788,semi driver slipped from screen during set up of wash plant and fractured ankle (heel bone).,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17789,"the drill op. used step ladder to access oil reservoir at top of engine block. after completing task, operator descending diesel tank platform onto step ladder and fell to ground. operator struck his left side/ribs on corner of fuel tank platform and also struck his head and fell to the ground causing bruising to ribs and head injury resulting in concussion.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17790,"ee was walking on the sidewalk and slipped on ice, hurt their ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17791,right foot slipped on snow and twisted left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17792,employee was descending a set of stair steps. he stepped down to the next step which was lower than he expected. his left ankle twisted and became sprained.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17793,"employee stepped on a grate and it turned up, causing him to slip and fall injuring his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17794,ee was walking into the mine beside the slope belt at the time of this incident. he slipped on ice and fell lacerating his knee on the slopebelt structure.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17795,employee was climbing down from his pc400 trackhoe when he slipped falling to the ground striking his face on a large rock.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17796,ee became frightened by loud noise near him he then jumped from step ladder placed near coal hopper & belt line. he was approx 21/2 ft from ground his right foot comes in contact with a lum p of caol & sprains ankle. this incident was not reported to mgmt until 10/29/01,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17797,"employee was dismounting his dozer, when his foot slipped and he fell into the lower handrail striking his left side of rib cage.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17798,"on august 6, 2019 the injured employee tripped and scraped their right shin on railroad track while clearing brush along the track line. first aid care was self-administered. on august 11, 2019 the leg was hurting so they went to the doctor and was diagnosed with an infection and prescription medication was administered. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17799,attempting to lift a truck tire edge so he could get the skidsteer bucket under it to move it to another location.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17800,the employee was using a 5 foot bar to pry the stationary jaw die into place. the bar slipped off and the employee fell back onto the conveyor and struck the back of his head on the bottom of the chute. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17801,"employee was helping install new drain pipe on the fourth floor of the prep plant when he got his end of pipe put in place he started to go get another pipe and when he turned to walk away he stepped on a small piece of 4"" plastic pipe, slipped and fell landing on his left wrist resulting in fracture to wrist and sutures to left eyebrow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17802,"employee said he slipped on ice hitting outside of right knee, head and left shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17803,"4 south section, helping roof bolter install 20' cable bolt. he tripped & fell onto right knee. reinjured old knee injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17804,"fabricating a hopper, miner was working on a ladder. ladder slipped and miner fell approx 8 feet to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17805,"while trying to release an air valve in the hydrator compressor room, employee jumped up to reach the valve and landed wrong, straining his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17806,while unrigging bag ee fell off the trailer and injured arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17807,ee was walking towards the building from ee's vehicle. ee slipped and fell landing on rear.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17808,ee fueling loader. fell coming down ladder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17809,"employee was cutting trees, and fell while walking around the hill to next tree to cut, cutting arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17810,employee was carrying a 5 gal. bucket of hydraulic oil down a sandy hill and slipped. he tried to catch himself from falling and jerked his right neck and shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17811,ee tripped & fell over an air hose in the shop while working on a bulldozer. the fall aparentlyfractured his 5th metarsol in his left foot. he is on restricted duty,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17812,"stepping out of the training room, must of stepped wrong because felt pain in right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17813,employee slipped on gravel straining lower back and injuring right wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17814,employee was cleaning the window on the haul truck when they fell injuring their right foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17815,"the injured was working on the first pier of kiln #5, when he stepped down from the pier and twisted his right ankle. the injured was restricted on 5/30/06.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17816,on 1/19/2008 the employee was stepping down off the stageloader at the longwall. he felt something pop in his left knee. he has continued to work and started missing time on 5/9/2008 to have surgery on the left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17817,"fueling d11r dozer when he slipped, the employee caught himself and strained his shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17818,"employee was disconnecting frozen water lines from stockpile. when he was coming back down the face of the stockpile the employee slipped and slid approxmately 20 feet to the bottom. he called the office with his cell phone to tell that he couldn""t get up he had hurt his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from piled material -17819,"while employee was carrying a conduit, he slipped and dropped the conduit. as he was catching himself he jammed his right middle finger on the conduit.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17820,injured was carrying a drive shaft and stepped in a hole and twisted lower back causing pulled muscle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17821,"as per ee: he was assisting plant mgr. in scaling of the wall. ee moved from one position to another to get a better view of plant mgr. ee said that when he looked up, he became dizzy and fell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17822,employee slipped on loose gravel and injured his left knee. employee continued to work until 09/28/2008 when he was scheduled. he is now on motion restriction. medical report was not found until 10/06/2008.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17823,"employee slipped and fell, injuring his back, he finished the shift, but his back was hurting. he worked until 4-2-01, the first day he missed due to this injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17824,ee was in the process of carrying a top roller to install on belt structure when he stepped on a 6' x 6' wooden post and lost his balance which caused him to pull a muscle in his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17825,"employee stated that he lost his balance, slipped and fell landing on back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17826,"employee got out of truck and started walking to back of truck. he tripped over a small pile of dirt and fell, landing on a hard object hurting his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17827,"employee was reaching through the door of the cat #3 pan to turn the lights off when ee fell and fractured ee's left ankle. it did not involve any compliance issues. it also did not involve job skills, proficiency, training, ppe, or protective devices.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17828,ee was working on iron gate at top of gyp silo stepped on material and slipped causing hand to strike angle iron. angle iton caused cut on right hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17829,ee walking through yard slipped and fell on ice resulting in lost work days due to back strain. ee is still off work,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17830,ee slipped on a ladder and cut hand on the danfoss valve trying to gain balance. ee was not wearing gloves. the ladder was not dirty but the work area had some water in it with the recent storms and the employees boots slipped on the rung. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17831,on 7/11/17 ee reports that at approximately 10:30am ee fell to right knee and hit a rock while carrying a grease barrel to the dragline.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17832,employee stepped out of truck and slipped on ice and twisted knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17833,"miner operator had gotten off the miner to adjust the vent tube. as he returned to the moiner, he slipped, he reached to catch himself grabbing the bolter support and his fingers was caught be tween the jacks, pinching his fingers.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -17834,"employee used a table base instead of ladder to stand on to inspect coveyor belt. ladders were available. he had been told to run belt down to ground level or at least down to eye level for the inspection, but opted for a shortcut.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17835,"employee was removing belt structure. he tripped and fell backwards, as he fell he landed on his hand resulting in a fractured finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17836,employee was in the process of climbing of the bulldozer when his left foot slipped and he fell approximately 5 feet to the ground. the employee was not using 3 points of contact. the employee suffered a broken collarbone and 5 broken ribs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17837,while stepping off of a conveyor frame ee twisted and strained his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17838,injured stopped to use a telephone. when he had finished he was crossing between two parked locomotives. he stepped upon the couplers when his foot slipped off causing him to fall against the front bumper.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17839,ee was on the tire of a 988b skip loader when he slipped off and scraped his leg against the hoist ram causing a laceration to his right leg. ee was given sutures and antibiotics. as well as a follow-up appointment with doctor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17840,"the worker was walking through the intersection of #3 and #4 entry, stepped into a hole and twisted his knee. he worked with no restrictions until sept. 5, 2011 when it was decided to have his damaged knee corrected.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17841,while walking on a drill pattern the miner tripped on a rock and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17842,he was walking outside and went into the office. he tripped walking through the door and fell into a desk hitting his shoulder. *the operator disputes the allegations set forth in citation #8049151 and submits this report solely to terminate the citation.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17843,the operator was standing on the track to access the tool box during the pre-shift. track was clean and dry. ee stepped to side to open the toolbox and feet slipped off of the side of the track. ee was unable to retain hold on the handrail and fell to the ground. ee was bruised.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17844,injured worker was walking through the shop door and his shirt caught on the door handle and cause him to lose his balance. on 1/9/2013 he reported that his left side continued to be sore and want to see the doctor. on 1/10/2013 he was placed on restrictions.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17845,fell and cut right knee on a shell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17846,"ee was working on a pump guard & fell when he stepped down, causing a hairline fracture in that area.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17847,"miner was cleaning/shoveling excess feed from the around the mobile rinser, loader operator placed material into hopper when a compacted segment slid from grizzly grid striking miner. miner lost ee's balance / footing falling to the ground. during chain of events after being struck and coming to rest on the ground, miner sustained a fractured femur on ee's left leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17848,he was moving pinner around supplies and stepped in a hole and felt knee pop. ** started missing work on 05/25/07**,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17849,"ee was climbing down a ladder & his foot slipped& he struck his left shoulder & neck against an air duct pipe on the 50"" mill",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -17850,employee was laying out blasting caps and slipped in some drill tailings and twisted a knee. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17851,employee tripped over pallets and fell. sprained both ankles,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17852,"he was hooking chain up to loader to pull stone out of crusher, he slipped and bumped his right shoulder on loader bucket.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17853,ee was ascending a ladder when his foot slipped. he caught himself by hanging his right arm over one of the rungs. he felt a pain under his right arm. plant doctor placed ee on restricted duty on 02/14/2006,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17854,injured fell while pulling out the slider portion of the ventilation tubing.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17855,"employee was standing on a ladder tightening bolts on a piece of equipment when the wrench he was using slipped off the nut, causing the employee to lose his balance and fell from the ladder",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17856,"the employee was on a step ladder when the employee lost footing causing employee to fall 25"". this caused the employee to hit the concrete floor which caused a whiplash effect. the employee struck the back of their head.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17857,"ee was standing on the bottom step of the stacker cleaning rock off steps when mine phone rang. ee turned to go answer the phone and caught his left foot in the stairs. to avoid falling, the ee jumped down approx. 2 feet landing on rock, initially twisting his right foot/ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17858,"an assay lab employee was carrying samples to place them in the drying oven. while walking around a pallet, the employee caught the corner of the pallet with their foot causing them to stumble and fall onto the floor grating on the same level. the resulting fall caused a cut on the employee's knee where it struck the grating. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17859,"employee was putting plastering material on a stopping. to reach the top of the stopping, the employee was standing on two (2) eight inch cinder blocks. the employee slipped off the blocks causing a pain in his lower back. he went to the dr. on 6-18-07 and x-rays were negative to any fractures and was prescribed restricted duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17860,"employee was walking through an open crosscut and stumbled and fell. he tried to catch himself by extending his arm and felt pain in his right arm and shoulder. the employee began missing work on december 27, 2010 after electing to have surgery on his shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17861,"while inspecting the plant, he fell through a hinged opening in a work platform.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -17862,employee was getting out of water truck when hisfoot slipped on the step and he bumped his left elbow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -17863,the ee was using a wash down hose to clean a plugged chute when another ee increased the pressure on hose causing the ee to lose his balance striking his right arm on a steel support beam. the ee did not stop work however on 4/18/07 he was diagnosed with a torn rotator cuff & was scheduled for surgery. he started missing work on 4/18/2007.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -17864,standing on wooden plank-slipped-fell approx. 12 to 15 inches. landed on left wrist-causing wrist fracture. accident occured on 11/11/09. did not seek medical attention until 11/16/09. off since 11/16/09.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -17865,ee lost footing and grabbed hose hile bent over causing upper rupture on left side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17866,"the employee was walking airways and stepped into a hole causing pain in his lower back, upper leg, and knee. he is missing work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17867,two pieces of flooring collapsed at an elevated catwalk at the primary end of plant. the welds that secured the flooring deteriorated and loosened over time. the floor failed to support an employee that was walking the catwalk.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -17868,"ee was in route to restart #1 overland belt, which has become overloaded resulting in the spillage of coal & loss of electrical power. this beltends in an inclined postion for means of dumping new coa. ee proceeded up the grating approachingthe belt drive, when suddenly tripping over the spilled coal resulting in a laceration type injury to his left middle finger",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17869,the man was walking in the parking lot and slipped and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17870,"employee was climbing onto equipment by ladder. as he got to the top, he lost his footing and slipped down the ladder, catching his right hand on the handrail. laceration to right middle finger and some scrapes on stomach.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17871,member was walking beside #4 drive motors when his left foot became stuck in mud causing him to twist his knee. member ceased work immediately and drove himself to the doctor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17872,lost footing and put all his body weight on wrist while tightening chain binder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17873,"greasing suction hose on 8"" pump to stop at flow was standing on pump to service it and fell off. hit back on pump suffered minor abrasions.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17874,the miner was getting off the loader and twisted a knee when they stepped to the ground. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17875,"the mine was rock dusting when the employee went down to pre-shift. he was looking at the roof and ribs for hazards. due to the rock dust being in the air, visibility was poor. employee lost his footing and slipped and fell and strained his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17876,miner slipped desending steps of lab trailer and fell on her back resulting in fractured ribs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17877,twisted knee while replacing screen.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17878,employee was bolting and dropped his jackleg. when he went to pick the machine up he slipped and fell and cut his wrist on a rock.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17879,"employee was splicing a main line belt. as he crossed over the belt, he stepped on uneven mine floor twisting his left knee. he continued to work, but his injuries consisted of torn medial meniscus. surgery was performed on 5-10-2012 to repair his knee. he began missing time on 5-11-2012.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17880,while walking through the weld shop he tripped on a blown over welding screen. strained right shoulder. he was treated and eventually ended with a surgical repair on 10/10/05.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17881,"employee stepped down from drill cab, released grip on hand hold as left foot touched ground, left ankle rolled over on a stone causing him to lose balance and fall landing on left shoulder. left ankle swelling caused difficult walking. left shoulder popped as it hit ground, causing it to be very sore and unable to lift arm without pain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17882,"employee was looking for a survey marker on a joining lease property fence line, when he tripped on a small rock causing him to fall and twist his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17883,"employee was getting off of bolter, when he twisted his knee. employee started losing time on 11/25/06, due to surgery.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17884,"he was exiting the #7 compressor room when he slipped on snow covered ice causing him to twist his left knee. he continued to work at his regular occupation and eventually went to a physcian who diagnosed him with a possible medial meniscus tear. he is scheduled for surgery on april 4, 2007.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17885,"while working under haul truck, he lost his balance and fell with all his weight on the left knee landing on a small rock. never reported because he did not believe it would still hurt 1 1/2 months later. treatment received 10/3/08 making this now reportable.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17886,injured claims he was walking up the ramp in the south cold storage building located east of the concentrator. injured slipped on some ice near the pump shaft rack and fell flat on his back on the floor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17887,"while working on a manlift, dismounted onto the ladder misjudged the steps fell on right side shoulder. initially said it was ok, shoulder continued to be sore, started physical therapy on 3/10, did not inform the company of this activity until 3/24. the diagnosis, strained separation in the shoulder, the employee has not missed any scheduled shifts.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17888,"ee was getting material out of the back of utility truck, slipped on bumper, grabbed cane hook for support, jabbed hook in right wrist. req'd 3 stitches to close wound.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17889,"ee was parking toplander forklift, where he always parks tractor. he climbed out of forklift and stepped down off forklift, his foot went into a crack in concrete causing him to fall and he tw isted his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17890,ee was checking barmac cursher which was plugged. while checking ee lost his balance and fell approx. 12'. this is a p0ortable crusher which did not have a work platform around the whole deck. modifications have been mad since to rectify the problem.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17891,"ee was attempting to exit crane holding on to hand bars, foot slipped and he caught self by bars to prevent falling. ee twisted his left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17892,"maintenance employee was working on an aggregate discharge chute under a non-operating screening unit, from a step ladder. weather conditions were damp, light rain. employee slipped from ladder step while reaching for a part, falling approx. 6-7 ft, landing on a conv. tailpulley guard on his left side, resulting in a mild concussion and 4 broken ribs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17893,replacing track on dozer; pry bar slipped; fell backward; hit head & shoulder on ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17894,"while carrying belt structure to track entry, ee got his foot stuck in mud and twisted his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17895,employee fell at work bruising his right knee on 4/14/14. on 5/29/14 employee went to the doctor to find that cellulites had set in his right leg. employee was prescribed antibiotics to treat the illness.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17896,"contractor inspection of clinker cooler, entering the manhole right foot and body inside, left foot caught edge of manhole when foot was freed, the bottom was further anticipated to the floor. right foot slipped befrore left foot got throughhole. man was caught before he fell, he twisted his body.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17897,"employee slipped on bank, and while trying to break fall, fell on right arm, injuring right wrist. no restricted duty initially involved.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17898,"ee was washing the windows of 986k loader. when ee stood up ee suddenly blacked out. when the ee came to, was lying on back on the loader platform. ee did not fall off the loader. ee felt pain in lower back and rib area. ee was taken to the local hospital for evaluation. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17899,"he slipped on a coal pile, hit his head on crusher motor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17900,"person was carrying nbag of rock dust on shoulder to put in duster on section fan. person stepped on box of used miner bits, lost balance and fell to pavement. person felt pain in lower back. person went to dr. and began to miss work on 9-12-00.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17901,ee was walking around #2 blender and slipped andfell on a very smooth area on the floor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17902,unloading rollers from back of pick-up when ee step back tripping/falling of a box on the ground,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17903,employee was climbing ladder at tk13 with a 45 degree angle pipe on shoulder when employee lost contact with 4th or 5th rung causing him to fall to ground level about 4 to 5 feet. employee received a laceration to right arm at the elbow and minor abrasions to his back. employee also received a minor cut to crown of head.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17904,"while walking thru last open x-cut on at the longwall employee stepped in a hole twisting his right knee, employee began missing work on 12/17/15 as a result of this injury. ppe was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was not a factor, mining equipment/mining systems was not a factor, miner proficiency was a factor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17905,ee was standing on the stairs by the id fan in the boiler house (c) side when he slipped & fell. he reached to catch himself on the handrail bending his arm back & up. fx to lt. upper arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17906,ee fractured his left hand after slipping and falling at foot level and trying to catch himself with his left hand. ee went to the doctor on 11/15/05.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17907,"ee was on top of the 6th tray when he went to unhook air lance from air supply. he first had to go through a self-closing safety gate to go down to overflow boxes. while opening gate, the gate stopper broke, he lost his balance & the gate quickly closed on his finger, resulting in a tuft fracture to his lt. middle finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -17908,employee claims he tripped over his own feet. during the fall he claims that he tried to grab a door frame to catch himself. he continued to fall which caused his right arm to hyperextend and pull his bicep muscle. he was seen on 4/18/11 by an ortho who diagnosed a bicep tear.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17909,"miner was descending a ladder from mantrip, when he went to step on the ladder it slipped out from underneath him causing miner to fall and hit end of mantrip, resulting in contusions to left rib.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17910,"while walking to dust scale ee slipped and fell, injuries unknown",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17911,"employee stated that he was picking up two buckets of miner bits, turned to go to scoop, and stepped in hole. twisted back and hip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17912,a fully trained miner was walking out of the fishcreek shop when miner stepped on a drain cover and fell striking miners right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17913,while employee was picking up water line to put a fire valve in his back struck a pie pan which had been bent up causing him to fall. the safety department was not notified employee missed work or was seen by a physician until 8-8-2011.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17914,"ee was in the scoop bucket & fell down striking his right knee, dislocating it.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17915,ee states that he was pulling a hose and slipped while walking on a lime pad. states he jarred right knee and caught himself with right leg slipping under him. ee did not fall to ground. ee's treating physician took him off work on 08/20/2007.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17916,"walking down stairs, he turned to go a different direction and stumbled.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -17917,"ee was walking, the ground was uneven and he twisted his left ankle causing a sprain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17918,"employee was walking to the truck after the shift. ee met another employee coming in. other employee said ""watch it, it is slick"". employee then proceeded to parking and was in front of the truck taking small steps when ee was looking where ee was stepping and heard a pop and then a crack when ee fell to the ground. employee fell backwards. ee had pain in right shoulder. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17919,terex haulage truck operator washed the unit & then started to move to a parking area when the unit died. he exited the cab to check the engine compartment. when lifting the hood he slipped on the wet vehicle and slid to the ground (gravel road) landing on his knees.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17920,"employee turned over his right ankle after dismounting drill while walking across the drill bench. this action caused him to fall, and in turn, fracture his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17921,employee was walking to the picnic table for lunch and twisted right ankle. x-rayed and given ibuprofen and an ace wrap and told to keep elevated with ice. released to regular duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17922,"employee was washing the machine on top of the platform ladder, suddenly the ladder went sideways falling to the floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17923,"allegedly after filling env truck, employee returned to power disconnect for fuel and slipped on ice in parking lot. fell onto left shoulder.*employee expects to haave surgery when results of mri received. currently working ft.*",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17924,"getting off crusher tire, slipped, fell, landed on metal panel. injured left upper thigh below buttock. sore & bruised. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17925,ee was dismounting flatbed truck after releasing tie-down straps. stepping onto flat unpaved surface- twisted left ankle resulting in non-displaced fracture left foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17926,"the employee operates as a lab tech, was out walking, they took a step in the main yard and twisted left knee. the event occurred on 1/3/21 but not reported until 1/14/21. after multiple follow-ups, surgery was scheduled on 8/1/2021. first lost day of work occurred on 8/2/2021. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17927,employee was supervising repair of excavator when ee lost ee's balance and fell to the ground. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17928,"an employee was closing doors on the train cars. the employee was pulling down on a bar to close the car door and it slipped causing the employee to fall backwards onto his right foot. the employee notified pbs coals, inc. on december 16, 2010 that he would need surgery to repair the broken fibula bone.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17929,employee was installing dust system and a pipe being held by excavator moved and stuck employee. employee fell off ladder approximately 3 feet.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17930,"employee slipped while mounting a dozer, injuring his right shoulder. employee did not begin missing work until 5/31/12.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17931,employee was on a ladder putting on an anchor. the ladder slipped and he fell and landed on a wire spool.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17932,on 6/6/14 the employee could not return to work due to a right shoulder injury that occurred on 5/2/14. the employee stated that as he was attempting to hang a ventilation tube tee the loose coal that he was standing on shifted and he lost his balance straining his shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17933,employee stepped off the stairs of a clay shredder and turned/hurt ee's right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17934,ee was steam cleaning the engine of a dozer. he slipped off the dozer track and fell approx. 3-4feet injuring his left arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17935,running to shut off feeder because belt had shutoff slipped in mud.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17936,"employee walking on belt line, he slipped and hit elbow on belt structure. injured right elbow, some bruising. no lost time, restricted light duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17937,"ee stated that while working on conveyor belt in the track entry, he slipped in the mud and fell on the track.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17938,"when ee was desending a ladder, he stepped off thinking he was on the bottom rung. he was not in fact on the the bottom rung causing him to fall to ground. he landed on his right shoulder, in juring it. he was taken to the hosp. by his supervisor to check. the initial diag. was a bruise.upon follow up exam and mri on 11-20-02 he has been diagnosed acute rotor cuff. on modified duty",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17939,"greasing crusher, fell backwards and hit head on concrete,",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17940,"ee was descending a ladder, as he stepped on the last rung his foot slipped causing him to fall backwards striking lower back against back guard.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17941,"while climbing off truck down ladder, foot slipped & in the process of catching self, left hand caught the back of the fuel truck grating.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17942,stepped off fel and tripped backwards,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17943,"ee exited the d6h bulldozer, and inadvertently stepped on a rock. ee then slipped and fell. his left leg twisted behind him, causing severe pain to his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17944,"employee tripped on an elevated piece of the roadway. the asphalt had recently been removed due to trenching work that was done. back fill had eroded away due to high winds causing an approximate 2-inch elevation change in the walking surface. taken to er, has fracture to right shoulder. given prescription meds and placed on restrictions. surgery pending. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17945,"while making a splice on the refuse belt, the employee crossed over the belt and stepped in a hole filled with mud and water resulting in a sprain/strain. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining euip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency is not a factor. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17946,"ee was moiling on the transition chute. the material was breaking off in small pieces. when a small chunk bjroke off, he fell forward pinching 2 fingers of his left hand between the machine an d the wall. he was evaluated by a physician diagnosis of a fracture to the distal end of his finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17947,"slipped on ice, leg struck stone. laceration to right leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17948,when exiting 190 new holland skid steer foot slipped off step and landed on ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17949,"after spotting to position a railcar, the employee was walking back to the pickup truck. as he stepped over the rail track his toe caught on the rail and he fell face first into the rear wheel well of the pickup. unable to catch himself his arm hit the wheel whell and his face hit the hub of the tire.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17950,the ee was climbing off the cone. his foot slipped between the ladder and cone. he fell hitting his right side on the top of the ladder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17951,"an employee was using a screw driver to apply force on two metal surfaces to seperate them. the screw driver slipped and under the force of her own weight, the employee fell forward and her face hit a part of the hopper below her face. the injury resulted in a cut and soft tissue damage.stitches where applied by emergency physician.pain and antibiotics where prescribed.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17952,employee was walking outside to check on a surge tank when he slipped on an icy patch falling on his lower back. he reported the accident the following afternoon (1/18/00) and did not report i njuries requiring medical attention until 1-21-00.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17953,employee was pulling bungee strap on dump trailer. the bungee cord broke and ee fell and hurt left wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17954,"on 10/2/15, ee was carrying a valve & lost his balance. when he lost his balance, he contacted a handrail & valve he was carrying contacted his side/rib area (left side) resulting in a contusion. took him to er, x-rays were negative. full release issued. on 10/7/15, he said he ""re-aggravated"" it & he went to doctor. restrictions were issued. (10/9/15-1st shift missed)",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17955,ee was cleaning burner floor when he stepped on a steel plate covering a duct hole catching his rt foot that went through the hole and broke hisleft foot in 2 places.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17956,"iw was pushing on lever and the lever broke, causing iw to fall and strike left shoulder against wall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17957,"employee was walking from the office to the work truck to start daily duties when ee slipped on a patch of ice that was covered by a thin layer of fresh snow, landing on elbow, hitting a manhole in the road way, causing a laceration in the elbow. first aid was administered at the time of the injury. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17958,"ee states he stepped on beam in d/l and slipped, causing pain in knee. originally thought to be arthritis since he was under doctor's care. pain continued. had mri and on july 16 he was diagnosed with torn meniscus in knee. placed on modified duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17959,employee was working in the jim walter #4 prep plant installing a beam on the 8th floor. he was working from an eight foot ladder. he began to drive a bull pin and slipped off the ladder. his fall arrest system stopped the fall but the force inflicted a lower back muscle injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17960,"miner was dis-mounting a ladder rung to step down to the floor @ the mill operations, when he stated his foot (l), slipped and he felt a ""popping"" sensation followed by a stabbing pain. miner was transported to company medical provider where an x-ray revealed a small fx above his left little toe. miner was wearing safety boots.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17961,ee was setting a screw on the surface at odyssey energy mine #1. as he was stepping down from unhooking the cables off the screen he twisted his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17962,"employee greasing fitting, stepped back. foot hit ladder on truck. dropped to ground. bruised left leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17963,the ee tripped and fell. his right knee requiredsutures.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17964,ee slipped while climbing down a ladder. he fell forward chipping a front tooth on a rung.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17965,employee was roof bolting. ee was walking back toward the back of the roof bolter to get more roof bolts when ee tripped over a piece of draw rock and twisted left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17966,employee heard a loud noise and turned to go down stairs and twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17967,employee was underneath a 992c loader in order to grease the machine. he started to crawl out from under the loader and twisted his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17968,"the employee was cleaning a regrind chute to prep it for painting. in the process, he turned to come out of the working area and strained his back by aggravating a preexisting condition.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17969,i was in the process of routine maintenence. i was began greasing the bearings on the conveyor tail pulley's when i slipped in a puddle of mud. i lost my balance and landed on my right foot. i heard a pop sound and a sharp pain shot thru my ankle. as i tried to stand up the pain became unbearable. i fell back to the ground and asked for help. 2 men came & put me into control room.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17970,carrying a piece of steel on flat ground stumbled & twisted right ankle causing hair line fracture,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17971,"employee stated that while walking into mine, down the slope catwalk, he slipped on a wet spot and hyper-extended his lt knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17972,"employee was cutting a bolt. the employee lost his footing, grabbing for the guard, the jagged edge of the guard cut the left forearm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17973,carrying a ladder from sump to haulage and stepped out of a scoop tire rut in walkway (old workings) and felt pain in left calf.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17974,employee alleges they were walking at plant site and stepped on a large rock and fell down landing on right ankle. employee is now wearing a boot on ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17975,injured claims that while getting off of bobcat loader that his foot slipped causing him to fall in bucket causing pain to neck & back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17976,ee was working on coal lump stuck in feeder. hisfoot slipped off of the step down to lower step.ee felt something pull in his back and upper armarea right side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17977,"employee walking to check densitometer, slipped in a hole, sustained injuries to back, hip and groin.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17978,employee slipped while descending tailings embankment.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17979,employee was walking across road from one office to another office and slipped and fell breaking her fall with her right hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17980,"ee was descending a ship ladder, facing the wrong way. he slipped and fell approx. 4 1/2 feet. ee was carrying tools.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -17981,"reaching for tank cap of fueling truck, stepped forward into gap between oil and fuel tanks lost balance fell forward into fuel tank corner hitting right side ribs servicing 225.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17982,"while walking, slipped & fell in gravel on hillside, causing pain to hip, lower back & left elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17983,"employee was walking at the tire pad and slipped on ice, twisting right ankle. technician requested an evaluation and the xray showed a small hairline fracture in the foot. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17984,ee was in mine office preparing for work and fell landed on right elbow. taken to er due to pain x-ray revealed chipped bone.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17985,"while approaching a drill to be fueled, the employee failed to detect a large surface crack. he stepped into the crack and fell. he attempted to break his fall with his hand, the impact caused the injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17986,slip and fall on ice coming into work shift designated employee parking lot for administration/mill building,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17987,"ee was turning off the back engine of his scraper. when he was getting down, he slipped off the step and hit his elbow and twisted his arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17988,slipped & fell hurting shoulder & hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17989,"drill crew was prepping the drill to move to a new location. when employee went to bend down to pick up the control panel cord, he slipped and fell forward and his knee hit a split set. when he hit the split set he cut his knee. he went to the medic, then went to the hospital to have it cleaned and received staples to close the wound.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17990,employee slipped and fell in an area leading to a sampling point. when they fell they hit their head on a metal beam discarded in the area. the impact of the fall caused a cut on their ear. there was a mat in the area that caused the employee to slip when they stepped on it. the area has been cleared and the owner has put down gravel making for a safer path of travel to the sample ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -17991,"the ee was attempting to dislodge the steel cable and ""d"" ring from a sheeve wheel. the cable came out of the sheeve knocking him over the railing into the open hopper barge approx 12 feet. he landed in 12"" of water on a steel bottom of the barge.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -17992,"member was walking backwards caarrying a top roller 48"" belt structure when he tripped and fell landing on his backside. the top roller struck his lower left leg causing a sprain/contusion.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -17993,ee was cleaning the windshield of 992c loader when he slipped and twisted his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17994,dismounting from loader and bottom step broke resulting in a fall injuring his back and knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -17995,he slipped and fell from slate truck while stepping down out of truck cab. strained left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -17996,"ee stepped off scoop and twisted his knee and foot. x-rays revealed a broken bone in his foot. no surgery required, only a cracked bone, but will be off regular duty for a few weeks.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17997,ee traveled provided steps and fixed ladder to change valves to divert sand flow from new to old tower. ee took a non access short cut by climbing under handrail to return to main cross over walking from the fine tower to the main wet plant. this short cut would have required walking on a pipe. ee slipped and fell approx. 40ft.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from headframe, derrick or tower" -17998,right foot slipped off of short platform he was standing on and caused back strain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -17999,employee slipped on a wet conveyor belt while inspecting a splice and their right knee came into contact with the metal chute. employee received 7 stitches on lacerated area below knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18000,"the ee was installing conveying blower transition, and was going around to opposite side and slipped on ice, causing injury to right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18001,employee slipped from the footstep while mounting a forklift and struck his abdomen on the chair rail causing a contusion.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18002,ee was exiting light duty pick up truck in muddyrainy conditions & slipped & twisted lt knee. accident was reported & the extent of damages was not known at the time. futher medical follow ups resulted in medical procedures,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18003,"ee was starting to walk beneath a belt underpass guard and hit his left shoulder on the guard causing him to loose his balance, and fall. the area was muddy and he had his coat and lunch bucket in his hands. when he fell he broke the lower end of his fibula on his right leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18004,ee wastaking daily sample at the port sewage treatment plant when he spilled his samples and slipped and fell landing on his right elbow. the aerobic access door fell shut onto his right wrist .,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -18005,"ee was crossing palletizer lift table to remove bags that were stopping production. he made a misstep, causing him to lose balance & fall forward off palletizer table. reported-6/12; to er 6/ 15; to doctor 6/17.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18006,"employee was attempting to move belt structure and as he was pulling, he lost his footing, grabbed the rail to catch himself and strained his left shoulder. lost time injury 12/28/10 for neck surgery",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18007,employee was mounting d10r dozer and slipped and fell to ground on his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18008,climbing down from front end loader,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18009,he was getting bolts out of bolt bin at shop & tripped over a pallet in the floor. he went to the dr and the dr said it was only a sprain. after 2 1/2 wks. ee foot kept hurting so he went back to the dr on 8-24-04. upon x raying his foot they discovered a small bone had been broken in his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18010,"the haul truck operator was dismounting the truck at the fuel island. when the operator reached the bottom step of the ladder and stepped to the ground, the ladder was higher than anticipated. the operator strained the right leg upon impact. this leg was previously injured at home just days prior. the operator was placed on restrictions until the follow up appointment. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18011,"in the process of a rig move, a rolled up 1"" hose was ready for move and an employee had tripped over it and fell to the ground (same level) striking ee's right arm on the ground breaking ee's right elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18012,climbing down from ladder - stepped on rock that moved causing fall - broke ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18013,employee was walking on dredge when he slipped and hit his knee on a pipe.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18014,"ee was walking to his shuttle car, when he stepped in a hole and twisted his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18015,"employee was moving a saw blade, tripped and fell and sprained wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18016,ee slipped on a piece of pipe laying on the floor and sprained his right wrist when he attempted to stop himself from falling.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18017,while disconnecting the drill cable from the transformer sled the employee tripped over the cable and fell on his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18018,"ee was getting off 3-wheeler at charger. he caught his foot on charger leads and fell, twisting his left knee. ee started missing work on 1/13/05 due to a strained left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18019,"stepped down from ladder onto frozen uneven ground, causing ankle to turn over, sprain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18020,"climbing down stairs of the 560b loader, with gloves on and hands holding rails, left foot was on the 1st step, right foot going to second step and right hand moving down rail. the left foot s lipped causing him to fall landing on his right knee on capstone. hard hat and glasses fell off. ee believes fall was related to mud on steps.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18021,"employee was walking across deck of haul truck, tripped and injured rib area",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18022,employee strained his left shoulder when his foot slipped while dismounting a d10 dozer. mri results were not received until 6/19/09 and other medical records were delayed. this resulted in a reporting delay.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18023,employee (mechanic) was working on the fire suppression system on a shovel when he slipped hitting his knee on the frame work. several days after the accident the knee required to be drained making this accident reportable.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18024,"ee was loading truck to start work day on fuel island. as ee was getting out of the cab of vehicle, ee stepped on rocks & a broken piece of concrete. ee twisted ankle & fell to ground hitting head. ee was taken to medical facility & sustained a fractured ankle. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18025,"ee was changing screens on a screen deck. he pulled a screen, slipped and injured his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18026,"ee cleaning mud from under conveyor slipped & fell back & hit his head. cut to back of head. bar ee was using hit him in chest. foreman called moriarty ambulance & ee was transferred to university hospital (albuq) to be checked out. it's southway policy that any ee hurt be checked out by a dr or er. ee was wearing fall protection, taken off at hospital.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18027,employee alleges he was stepping off of a barge ramp with his left leg and he felt pain in his left knee and leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18028,"ee was walking to workstation and tripped over a chunk of ice in the walkway. she fell to the ground landing on her wrists and knees.diagnosed with contusion and strain, released to full duty.mri testing discovered a fracture/free floating body in the knee, scheduled for surgery.mri results reviewed 03/19/08.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18029,"while servicing screens on a dry shaker a 48' x 40"" section of deck was removed to gain access to a lower deck, about 4.5 feet below the top deck. this section was located at the bottom of a stairway. ee came down stairway, forgot that the section was removed and fell forward catching himself with his right forearm on the edge of the opening.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18030,"employee was carrying heavy tools and a chain hoist. when he stepped up on the pump platform, his left foot hooked the pull-eye. this caused employee to lose balance and twist, driving his left knee into the pump frame. was driven to the doctor and then came back to work. no kneeling for two weeks. accident was 6/1/11 but employee did not go to the doctor until 6/3/11.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18031,"while carrying lunch pail in one hand, was holding on to climb down rail on front end loader with other hand. missed bottom step with foot, was still holding onto handrail and stretched. employer was informed by employee on 5/7/2010 that this incident caused a tear in rotator cuff.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18032,"ee was stepping off the dozer & step on dozer arm was caked with mud and his foot slipped off the step. he was taken to the er, referred to a specialist and taken off work approximately 3 weeks. initial diagnosis: possible fracture, 2/1/07 strained ligament, mri to be conducted. currently ongoing.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18033,"employee was releasing belt clamps, clamps came loose unexpectedly causing employee to fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18034,ee was walking across quarry floor and slipped where it was wet.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18035,"stepped off of the running board of the fuel truck onto frozen, uneven ground with his right foot. slipped, stumbled and twisted his rt. kneeee did not loose time. became reportable on feb. 4th, 2002. (not as tough as he thought.)",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18036,while walking ee twisted right knee. no lost time or restricted duty at time of injury lost timebegan 3/2001,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18037,ee stated he was walking across the c booster platform & slipped & fell hurting his right wrist.please note: lost time did not start until 3/26/02. this accident is still under investigation d ue to inadequate medical information being available within the 10 day reporting period.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18038,employee stated that he slipped while stepping from roof bolting machine operator platform to the machine platform and fell and struck his back on machine.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18039,employee stated that while hanging fly pads he fell off the ladder and injured his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18040,"in the course of performing his work task, ee fell from a 6-foot ladder onto the mine floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18041,"employee was loading rail cars with lime product. employee had to release rail car brake by climbing rail car ladder to platform. after releasing the brake the employee started moving back towards ladder. during that process, employee fell to ground causing employees ankle to break. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18042,"the employee was entering a rail car to clean out material. while stepping down from bottom rung of ladder the employee rolled and injured ankle. treated as first aid initially, but employee indicated days later that healing was not progressing. sought medical care on 10/31/16 when learned there is a fractured bone in left foot. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18043,"as the employee was descending a step ladder, the employee slipped and fell backwards on the third step from the bottom. the employee landed on a beam and concrete floor with his back and hip area.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18044,"ee was assisting the paurat as it was backing up the slope. hoist rope got hung in the bridge conveyor when it broke free, hitting ee in the shin, flipped him up and onto the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18045,"ee was removing block from a scoop bucket and went to walk away from the scoop and slipped off of wet and muddy cable and fell down. ee's left foot stayed stuck in the mud, when ee fell and twisted left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18046,ee was dismounting a katmasu endloader to clean coal from a coal pad when he slipped and fell from the loader loading on his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18047,"as the shift was about to end, the employee climbed back into the grader to retrieve the equipment check report and soda can. the employee was coming back out of the grader backwards when ee lost balance. ee stumbled and fell hitting left shoulder on the grader blade. the employee went to the hospital later that night after ee went home.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18048,"was roof bolting #5 entry 5th east, tripped over rock and fell on left knee, pain in left knee also strain to groin. started missing 1-30-06 for procedure on knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18049,while crawling over post pile on pillar section. foreman's hand slipped and posts rolled and ee fell against post pile breaking rib.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18050,cleaning a cone crusher. he slipped and hit his knee on crusher.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18051,"employee was carrying 2 kennedy panels uphill to build stopping. he lost his footing, twisting his left knee while falling down. knee strain mri 9/10/2010. knee surgery 9/23/10-(torn acl).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18052,ee was standing on metal covered with snow & iceand slipped and fell twisting his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18053,did not start losing time until 11/14/00. strained left knee. tripped on a crib band and twisted knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18054,"the ee was near the shop using a prybar to move a piece of sheet metal. he lost his balance & while trying to catch his fall, he fractured his wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18055,while walking stepped in hole & hurt lower back. started losing time 11/15/02.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18056,an employee was walking down the office stairs when he slipped at the bottom of the stairs and sprained his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18057,ee stated that he was roof bolting in #9 entry where some loose shale was on the ground. he was installing the second row of bolts in this working place. he was walking towards the rear of the bolter when he stepped into a hole in the ground. ee cont. working until 3/5/10. ee stated he went to dr. on 3/5/10 and was diag. with knee strain. he began missing 3/5/10.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18058,employee failed to recognize trip hazard.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18059,employee was carrying an approx. 50-lb ladder guard on shoulders across an unpaved lot when employee slipped & hurt back. employee has been placed on restrictions.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18060,"employee was priming pump, the pump float moved and flipped. employee jumped over railing that was around pump. he caught the back of his leg on the railing. he landed in the water. he was wearing a life jacket and pump was disconnected from the power and was locked out.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18061,"employee was walking, stepped in hole injuring left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18062,"employee stepped wrong exiting a fork lift, went to the doctor on 06/24/2016 and was diagnosed with a sprained knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18063,"ee states he was walking down a stairway and felt 2 pops in the back of his left knee. he was sent to an orthopedic specialist and we received the determination that is was work related injur y 11-14-00. as a result of that report, we are submitting this report as an injury. his injury was a torn lateral meniscus.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18064,"haul truck driver took a break at the dispatch q-point. as employee walked in front of cab, the panel access door opened causing employee to trip. employee grabbed the rail with their left arm to try and keep from falling. employee heard a 'pop' in their shoulder and fell downward onto their wrist. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18065,employee was cleaning mud from the tracks of a d11 dozer. he moved toward the front of the dozer and slipped on some mud which was on an incline causing his left leg to fall in a drain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18066,"the employee stepped down off of the hydrate loading platform onto the top of the customer trailer to load product. ee twisted/rolled his ankle as he stepped down spraining his ankle. he was seen by a physician, fitted with a boot/brace and placed on light duty until follow-up.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18067,"stepped off ladder of haul unit and fell two feet into the ground, fracture to left ankle, modified duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18068,exiting small boat when worker was knocked off balance causing knee to pop out of place - spain of right knee,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18069,the employee was servicing his drill when he was climbing down; his hand slipped off the hand rail. he fell to the ground landing on his rear-end.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18070,"while employee was working, caustic sprayed towards him. he jumped over a 3 1/2 foot wall and then down a ladder. as he jumped from the ladder, he forgot to let go, spraining his right shoulde r. employee is not losing any time and is not onwork restrictions. he has just started receivingmultiple physical therapy.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18071,employee was changing picks on the feeder breaker; after he climbed out of the hopper (using the ladder) as he stepped from the ladder to the platform he felt a pain in his left leg just behind the knee. er doctor released employee to work no restrictions 10/08/2008. follow-up by another dr. on 10/13/2008 he was placed on restricted duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18072,employee was walking from the telephone to the feeder when he slipped & fell in an area that was on a slope going downhill.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18073,"while descending a flight of steps that were covered in approx 1 in of wet snow. ee lost footing on the 3rd to last step and fell to the ground below onto ee's back. employee worked for approx 2hrs was later sent home after which ee went to hospital, diagnosed with deep bruising of the back. 2 days of rest prescribed. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18074,"while hanging a miner cable, ee was injured, when he fell off of a ladder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18075,"ee was standing on shop floor talking to two other employees. he fainted, fell to the floor & s truck the back of his head. it required stitches to close. medical problems not work related cau sed the faint.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18076,ee was walking in the basement when he slipped but did not fall and felt a pull in his back. hewas diagnosed with back strain and was taken offthe job.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18077,employee was pulling on an air hose and slipped in the middle of the haul road and landed on his left hip causing a contusion. on 9-27-2010 saw doctor and was referred for an mri. mri was given on 10-20-2010 and results were obtained on 10-27-2010 and were negative. this is now a lost time reportable injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18078,"on 01/19/2022, ee was removing a plate under the crusher to clean it out due to crusher backing up with material. after removing all the bolts, the plate spilled open with material hitting ee in the chest. with the force of the material coming out of the crusher ee fell backwards landing against the wall of the clean out hole on ee's right arm and shoulder. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18079,"ee was attacvhing battery cable to scoop. he slipped, his right leg went between the frame & battery box. his right outside calf was cut. dr. stapled wound & released.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -18080,he was dismounting a front-end loader and stepped on a round-shaped rock which caused his knee to twist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18081,was walking in wash bay and slipped on mud causing his left knee to twist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18082,employee slipped & lost his footing; fell at same level.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18083,"the employee was walking up a flight of graded stairs, stumbled and his left hand landed on the grading and his fingers went through the grading. he was evaluated by a physician, taken off of work and hand a surgical repair to the 2 fractured fingers.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18084,ee was getting out of the excavator when he slipped and hit his left knee-also reported back pain. ee was using 3-point contact. ee did not seek medical attention until friday 7.25.2014-rtw monday 7.28.2014,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18085,"the employee stepped off of a cut in the floor at the face of the mine (approximately 6""), slipped and sprained his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18086,employee was tightening bolts on a discharge when the wrench slipped & he fell landing on an i-beam & grating.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18087,"employee was entering an auto parts store away from the property. as employee walked into the busness, he fell, landed on his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18088,"repair work on forklift. forks slid over too fast, causing ee to fall and hit his head. (hit head against fork - stitches required.)",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18089,"employee was walking down stairs when he lost his footing and fell forward, reaching out to catch himself, jammed his left pinkie finger into handrail causing dislocation of left pinkie finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18090,"employee stated that he tripped on a bolt stud that was sticking out of the concrete, this caused a pop in his ankle, the employee decided to go to the doctor on 7/17/13",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -18091,"while employee was walking ug, he slipped on some rocks and started to fall, he stuck out his r. hand to catch himself and the palm of hand struck a mat, resulting in laceration to palm, which required sutures. full release issued. no days lost.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18092,"after checking the shoe wear clad for proper lubrication employee turned to leave the area ducking under an i-beam and struck a lifting eye that was welded to the bottom of the house. the impact (buckled) caused the employee to fall backwards full body weight onto his right foot, breaking both bones in his lower right leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18093,ee was loading a dewatering dump & cable onto a personnel carrier. he slipped on the ice & fell catching his hand between pump & gr0und ee did not see a dr until 1/16/01 at which time a bone s can was made & 1/17/01 the results indicated as per physical that he may have had a fracture butit could not be determined 100% by the scan the report is being filed as questionable,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -18094,employee was exiting a 988 loader. while climbing down he missed the last step. he felt a pul on the left hand side of his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18095,"ee was operating a joy sc10 shuttle car when this accident happened. ee was getting off of his shuttle car when he stepped on the ground (bottom) the bottom was uneven, causing him to twist his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18096,"while helping the c/m operator, ee notcied a piece of loose roof near the operator. she went around the c/m to get the slate bar. there was loose rock on the bottom. as she stepped over the ro ck to get the bar she slipped and twisted her right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18097,employee was stepping off the pinion stand to connect the ground when he twisted his left ankle. he was placed on restricted work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18098,"greasing front end loader bucket, slipped, fell app 2 1/2 to 3 ft, landed on feet, jammed right hand on bucket. accident occurred 3-11-02, did not seek medical attention until 3-20-02, did not report to company doctor of his treatment until4-12-02.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18099,he was climbing ladder on equipment. he slipped and caught himself with his arm. this was not reported until 6/10/2010.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18100,employee was stepping from cable drum on dragline to the hood when he slipped & hit his left shin on the metal hood. ee would not fill out paper work or file a claim until the bruising from the injury would not go away. reported to supervisor on 11/16/05.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18101,"while walking in the agglomerator step iii, injured lost his footing and fell",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18102,"employee was leaving scalehouse when she slipped on the last step of the stairs and felt a ""pop"" in her knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18103,"miner attempted to step on a short ladder leading to a conveyor service platform. left foot slipped on ladder rung and right shin and knee hit the service platform mezzanine causing trauma to the knee cap. miner did not have left foot in full contact with the ladder rung, only the tip of ee's boot. ladder missing hand extension on the west side so did not have 3pt. contact.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18104,mechanic was working on the a/c on a motor grader 16m he was he was stepping down of the machine and twisted his left knee. the mechanic continued to work for an addtional 30 min before he noticed any pain in his left knee. he notified his was supervisor and was taken to the doctor office and was told he had a sprained left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18105,"sampler was descending steps from clean coal sampler carrying coal sampler, slipped on coal and fell on stairwell with legs underneath him.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18106,employee was walking through mud in tailgate carrying 6 to 7 cap boards. supervisor instructed him to stop and he would help employee. employee said no i got it. employee took 2 more steps and fell forward putting all his weight on right knee that struck a timber in the mud. doctor took employee off work the next day for a right knee sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18107,"employee was descending the euclid e-25 haul truck's front access ladder and stepped off the ladder onto the ground and alleges he twisted his left knee causing a strain. it was not clear until april 19, 2005 after the injured employee was seen by a specialist whether the injury was work-related. injured employee is having left knee surgery april 27, 2005.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18108,the employee slipped on ice and fell twisting his leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18109,fell to the ground while changing a air filter on a g model loader. this incident was found during a part 50 audit,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18110,as employee was traveling through a water hole he twisted his right knee. on 5/9/2013 he had surgery on the knee to repair a torn meniscus and it was determined that it was related to the work injury making it reportable.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18111,employee stated ee was walking when ee tripped over gob in a water hole and began to fall at which time ee caught self on the rib with right arm which resulted in pain in right shoulder and lost work days. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18112,while coming down off stacker employee's foot slipped causing him to twist his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18113,the employee was walking across the parking lot after punching in to report to their area of location. snow had melted from the night before and then froze over night. it was snowing which covered up the ice that was underneath. the employee slipped and fell causing a sprain/strain to right shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18114,"after exiting equipment, operator slipped on wettracks hitting tracks and injuring ribs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18115,the operator was cleaning his windows when he slipped and fell. he injured his left leg and foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18116,"was working (welding) on 60 ton truck bed-while crawling slipped and caught himself by left hand, felt burning in left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18117,employee went to jumped off linkbelt 460 excavator and slipped on the end of the track. employee fell on the track with his lower back injuring it.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18118,ee had showered at the end of his shift. he was walking from the shower to his locker when he slipped on the wet floor and fell. ee fell on his back and hit his right elbow. his elbow required 5 stitches.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18119,ip was in process of completing a delivery to customer site. foot became tangled in rope between wheel chocks causing ip to fall. ip place arms out to break fall and when landed caused fracture of the bone.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18120,slipped while walking down stairs on mud trailerturned lt. ankle- restricted duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18121,ee stated while walking down steps he missed a couple steps and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18122,mill operator slipped on ice outside door entry which caused an ankle fracture.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18123,employee was stepping out of the loader and missed the bottom step and fell to the ground hurting his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18124,ee stepped off a loader and hurt his leg. x-rays at the doctor's office revealed a bone cracked. he will be off for a while.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18125,"ee while dismounting from d8n dozer, his foot sli-pped and he fell to ground, hitting his back on backhoe and hurt right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18126,employee was descending a ladder at area 35 when he lost his balance and grip causing him to fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18127,operator was exiting excavator and turned his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18128,injured fractured his left ankle when he stepped back awkwardly onto his left ankle to avoid a drill feeder cable that was being pulled during a drill move. he was standing in a loop of the cable.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18129,"ee employee was running inside of warehouse 1 stepped on material buildup, and twisted his ankle, no lost work days, or restrictive duty",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18130,"member was walking towards the #5a tailpiece to clean it out after it had gobbed out, when he stepped on a rock that was in a water hole causing him to fall and twist his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18131,"employee was attaching tag line & fell striking shoulder, head & knee. restrictions issued in which we can work with.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18132,he slipped off the step of the loader about 3 ft off the ground. he landed and stuck his left hand down and broke his wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18133,"employee parked the grease truck and was exiting the vehicle when his foot slipped off the step, causing him to fall to the ground, bruising his right lower back and right hip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18134,"victim had parked his truck on the dump platform and was securing the tarp from the trailer when he lost his footing and fell into the dump hopper. msha originally determined this to be under osha jurisdiction. in august 2000, msha dol made the determination that it is not under msha jurisdiction.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18135,person was walking around corner at #38 crosscut when foot slipped on ledge in pavement and went into a hole twisting right knee. area was wet and muddy with irregular surface.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18136,"waling into the office our visitor tripped on a slight rise in the sidewalk and fell. she was transported to swedish hosptial where x rays were taken and it was found that she had fractured the bone in her upper shoulder. she is not an employee of the plant, but was at the plant for training.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18137,ee & co-worker were wrecking forms one or both ee's stepped out onto piece of plywood which hadnot been nailed down. both ee's fell 15' to the bottom of shaft.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall down raise, shaft or manway" -18138,"employee was in the process of getting up on a komatsu excavator. he grabbed the hand hold with his right hand and slipped while trying to pull himself up, jerking his right shoulder in the pr ocess. he notified his supervisor on 4-21-03 and continued working until he went to the doctor on 4-30-03 and was instructed not to return to work. he notified us on 5-1-03.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18139,fell while cleaning a conveyer belt while using a hose to clean off the equipment. an employee had fed too much hose to claimant which threw him off balance. claimant hit his head even though he had hard hat on.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18140,ee fell to the ground when the step gave way on the water truck. he landed on his left shoulder. note: this was reported as a doctor first aid up until 6/10/04 when the mri results indicated that surgery would be required. reclassified as a restricted duty on 6/10/04.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18141,employee stated he was walking from shower room in bathouse to his basket and got tripped up on his own feet and fell striking his left knee on the floor and folded under his body. first lost work day occured 2-17-03.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18142,"employee was walking up stairs; toe of boot caught on grate and caused employee to fall, hitting left arm/elbow on toe board. employee declined medical attention at time of incident, but sent for medical attention at 2:30pm on 10/28/2015; advised to wear sling on left arm and not use arm for 2-3 days. employee was not scheduled to work again until 11/02/2015.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18143,"walked into truck shop prior to his shift to chat. went to lean against pickup misjedge distance, fell to floor, hit shoulder & back. scheduled off 1/14 & 1/15/03. restricted 1/13/03.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18144,"it was beginning to get dark and the employee, as part of his duties, was preparing to power up one of the portable light towers for night work. he was walking around the tower and said he slipped as it was muddy from a recent rain and fell against an out rigger leg at the back of the tower injuring one of his left ribs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18145,employee parked d9l dozer near old parts climbed done step and slipped landing on old parts.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18146,employee was walking in area under silos through spillage when ee stepped off curb and felt lower back pain,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18147,fell while checking crusher.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18148,"employee was unloading a roll of 3"" poly pipe from a flatbed truck when the roll slipped and knocked employee from truck bed, resulting in fractured left arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18149,ee went into the motor compartment of backhoe 11 to put motor oil in the motor. he missed the step and fell against a metal plate which was extending out from the wall. he cut his right lower arm. the laceration required eight stitches.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18150,employee was struck by shuttle car cable in the back of his legs and the force flipped him upside down and he landed on his head and neck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18151,lost footing while stepping on a stone and fell on another stone causing a puncture wound,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18152,"the ee states he was rushing up a stairwell to check on a bad hydrualic leak and when he made it to the final step he felt a pain behind his left knee. the ee requested a medical evaluation the following day, 10/19/07, and was placed on restricted duty, due to a sprained knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18153,"while being tied off onto rail fall protection system, as he stepped across between 2 railcars the supplemental restraint locked and pulled him off balance. he fell slightly backwards between the cars, approximately 3 feet. he alone stepped back onto the railcar and reported incident.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18154,"while doing electrical work, he slipped and fell from a ladder, landing on his left hip and elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18155,employee was entering shuttlecar when his right knee popped causing pain. lost time began 5-23-01.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18156,employee stepped off an elevated platform of a d-10 dozer and fell approximately 4 feet to the dozer tracks.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18157,"ee was stepping through mandoor, slipped and fell, injuring lower back and hip. began missing work on 9/14/06.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18158,"ee was cleaning out the #1 feeder on the crusher. while cleaning the feeder pan, he slipped & fell against the side & smashed his left thumb between the side of the feeder & the bar he was usi ng to scale off the build-up.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18159,"employee was throwing switch to side track rock duster, when switch sprung back and struck his right knee, causing him to fall and twist his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18160,employee fell from train car while dismounting. he fell back with his left leg getting rolled up under him & landing flat on his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18161,"employee was climbing a ladder. as he got to the 4th rung, the ladder slipped out from underneath him. he tried to grab a picking eye to regain balance but could not do so and slid to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18162,foot slipped when picking up drill and twisted left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18163,"employee was shoveling material from under the belt, he stepped backwards and twisted his ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18164,employee was collecting met samples when ee turned to reach the sample paperwork and rolled ee's right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18165,"while exiting the loader ee slipped from the ladder, landing on ee's feet on the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18166,was getting on 345 excavator stepped on first step with hand on hand rail felt pain in back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18167,"leaving wash plant area, stepped on loose rocks and fell onto right arm (elbow).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18168,employee slipped on stairs hurting his left ankle. stairs were slippery with graphite.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18169,"employee was on surface lapping belt that had been pulled from underground. as he stepped off of the pile of belt approx 18"" high - he twisted his ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18170,the injured employee was working on an excavator bucket change in the upper shop yard. icy spots were identified and a load of rock was spread to mitigate the hazard. employee was walking to get a hammer when they slid on the ice under the rock and fell to the ground. employee received a laceration to the right knee that required stitches. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18171,ee was walking out of the mill building and slipped on the ice. poor weather conditions. ee did not go to the dr until 2-25-00. went to chiropractor/diagnosis grade 1 sprain to right shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18172,"the employee was dismounting a dozer when his foot slipped off the bottom step. at the same time, the employee was holding onto a grab iron. when the employee's foot slipped, he felt a sharp ""hot"" pain in his back. this resulted in a strain / sprain in the employee's lower back. the employee was put on restricted duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18173,"the employee was walking along the 39 belt at block 193, conducting a pre-shift examination. he slipped and twisted his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18174,"employee was standing on bar behind compactor drum to clean the windows of the machine's cab, when he slipped and fell off, spraining his right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18175,"employee was fixing back board at belt drive, when he slipped, striking his left side on corner of belt drive.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18176,"stepped awkwardly off ladder- twisted. reported to supervisor next day, knee swollen. went to doctor on 7/12 - told to ice knee for swelling. seen again on 7/19- no apparent change- seen again on 8/2- continued to work. on 8/2 determined arthroscopic surgery needed to determine problem. arthroscopic surgery on 8/7/02. no missed work until 8/7/02.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18177,"employee was climbing down off of one of the company's 16g graders, when he went to grab the handle on the hood the hood moved. employee jumped back to keep from falling and landed off at an odd angle on his left foot. injury was initially non reportable. he received a partial tear to his achilles tendon which was discovered on june 5th and operated on on june 8th 2006.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18178,"operator had a virus with nausea & diarrhea. the reason this report is late we were trying to find out from the dr. if ee was off work because of the bump on his head or the virus, we could not get an answer.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18179,"employee was maneuvering water hose behind the heater in the corner of md1 area. the nozzle of the water hose stuck open and employee had to retreat from area with water flow still on. her hard hat got caught by a rubber gas line hose which caused her to start falling but she caught herself. after a few hours, her knees began to hurt. she was diagnosed with knee strain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18180,"while employee was exiting the cab of the water truck he missed the hand grab on the cab, not keeping 3-points of contact, and fell to the ground. employee sustained abrasion and hairline fracture to right elbow. employee was placed on modifed duty on 9/29/08 until he was seen by ortho dr. and then placed off duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18181,employee was climbing haul truck ladder. employee slipped and fell causing a sprain to the left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18182,ee was installing marine cable on pontoon. this cable is very heavy and has to be laid across flating pontoons while the ee was trying to put cable on pontoon he fell in work boat and hit his left shoulder on edge of boat and knocked his shoulder out of the joint.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18183,walking on the right side of the mining machine toward the loading machine when he stepped on some loose material and felt pain in his right ankle. he went to a physician and was diagnosed with a possible tear of the paranethis tendon.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18184,"the ee was hauling loose material from a settling pond and stepped from the cab onto the dump bed steps to check the placement of material. the ee was standing on the 3rd step when the step collapsed. the ee was holding on to the top of the bed and did not fall to the ground, but did slip down and made contact with the broken step-resulting in a laceration to the leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18185,"ee stated he was working near the section feeder, when a ramcar caught the suspended miner cable and bolter cable and tore them down. when they fell, the cables struck him in the back, knocking him down. on 3/26/08, he was diagnosed with a torn ligament of the right knee. he had surgery on 4/4/08.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18186,"the technician was dismounting a forklift when ee missed the bottom step and fell, landing on ee's left hand and wrist. the result was a fractured wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18187,"delivery driver for brown's oil supply a kat supplier. the driver was on back of truck moving a barrel to allow fork lift room to remove. when he was pulling backwards, he stumbled stepping backwards off the back of the trailer falling about 5' to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18188,employee was moving up the mine phone when he tripped and fell against the rib striking his shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18189,employee was walking in the 2e longwall recovery section when ee stepped off of the shield ramp the employee tripped and bit lip resulting in 5 sutures in lower lip. there were no compliance issues. it didn't involve job skills proficiency training or attitude ppe or protective devices no equipment involved. no other part 50 criteria applies.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18190,employee was holding a pnuematic water pump from waist height 2-3' when his feet slipped apart in the mud and gravel and dropped the water pump on his left foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -18191,"employee went to see the company doctor on 7-2 and was placed on restricted duty and stitches were applied. while repairing a conveyer and a belt clamp, ee lost footing and fell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18192,employee slipped on clinkers & twisted his right knee,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18193,injured stepped off supply motor spraining his right foot. ee did not begin missing work until 2-8-01 and has not returned.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18194,"employee was helping to hose down the floor surrounding the stacker belt tailpiece. as he went to shut water hose off, he slipped on the expanded metal flooring straining his right shoulder and left knee. employee has continued to work until 4/21/2008 when he started missing work due to pain from his injuries.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18195,employee stepped out of the cab of a truck and rolled his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18196,employee slipped going down stairs falling backward and striking elbow and other parts of body. requested medical attention on 3/7/19 for foot sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18197,injured went to the top of the storage dome and went outside the head house to jog in the dust collector. lighting was poor and he tripped on a bolt sticking up through the grating and twisted his knee. he did not request to see a dr. until 4-5-00. after diagnostic testing it was determine he has a torn meniscus which would require arthroscopic surgery to repair. surger perform 6-2,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18198,employee stated that he was in the process of moving a chain fall from above a chute when he slipped and straddled the chute.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18199,employee was climbing steps with muddy boots when his right foot slipped off step and his body weight pulled on right shoulder. employee was prescribed restricted work duties.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18200,the employee stepped in the mud and twisted to the right. the employee felt sharp pain in knee. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18201,"employee alledges he was walking back to dinner hole. stumbled on a lump of coal, fell backwards, pulling hamstring in right leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18202,ee was coming down a ladder off the plant - was on the bottom step & his foot slipped on a rock and his knee hit a piece of steel on plant.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18203,"employee was walking to the shop to enter the warehouse, snow covered ground and ice was underneath the snow, ee slipped and fell strained ee's back. cause of this injury was employee not paying attention to ee's task and heavy snow. compliance with rules/regs., mining equipment not a factor. ppe (proper footwear for snow) and miner proficiency could be a factor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18204,"employee was descending a slope into a dry pond when ee felt a pop in left leg, suffered a ground level fall, and noticed leg would not support ee's weight when ee tried to get up. ee was taken in for evaluation and returned to work for the next normal shift by the physician. worked until surgery on 10/17/2019. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18205,"the employee was opening the tailgate to ee's truck, when ee's feet slipped, causing ee to pinch ee's fingers in the tailgate. this resulted in lacerations to ee's right index finger and right middle finger and a bruise to ee's right ring finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -18206,ee tripped over 3' waterhose after filling water tank straining his upper back. ee received vicoden from dr making this reportable.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18207,"ee was descending a stable 8' stepladder set on flat concrete surface. ee reports thinking that he was stepping to ground level, but was one rung above. fell backward striking l shoulder on ground. ee returned to work under medical restrictions.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18208,"employee was removing a pump (75lbs). from 785 hauling truck. no strap was used to secure to secure the pump. he had oily hands. the pump slipped, striking left side of head knocking him to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -18209,employee jumped off the top of a belt head and twisted his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18210,"employee was climbing into loader at beginnning of shift. went up the steps and stood on platform. icy conditions on platform caused employee to slip and fall. employee fell, but caught himself with his hands and pulled himself back up.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18211,"ee was dismounting a haul truck. he stepped onto the bumper deck and twisted his ankle, causing him to lose his balance and fall to the ground. he landed on his back in a muddy area, causing soreness to his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18212,was working on dozer. he rechecked oil that he had changed and started to step off dozer. he missed the hand rail and fell on his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18213,employee was walking into the face area to apply rockdust. he stepped into a hole and fell to the mine floor. as he was falling the left ankle fell under him and bent over. fractured left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18214,employee was walking down the stairs from the office and tripped over the 4th step from the ground twisting his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18215,employee was walking up the mill building stairs when he hit a stair step edge with his boot causing him to fall forward. when falling he hit handrail support post between 4th & 5th fingers on his left hand causing a laceration.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18216,"employee was in process of making belt splices. when pin was pulled out, several pin windings stayed in clips. as he attempted to extract windings, the belt separated, and he fell, striking right cheek against belt bed rails. 6 stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18217,"employee was walking down a side walk and failed to see a four inch step. when he stepped down off the step, he fell to the ground, severely spraining his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18218,employee was exiting crew vehicle at the parking area of the minesite (upon arrival for his shift) when he slipped and fell on icy/snowy ground onto his left side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18219,"employee was climbing down into the feeder that was being installed into #2 conveyor tunnel. the 4' ""a"" frame ladder slipped from under him and he hit his right elbow and right shoulder. his left knee was reported as sore due to walking on even surfaces during this project.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18220,"employee climbed steps to the 1/2 and 3/8 belt platform to get a rock sample. when ee stepped onto the platform, ee rolled ee's right ankle and had to catch self.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18221,"employee stated they were using 3 points of contact while descending the engine access ladder when they lost footing and fell aprox. 3' to the ground injuring left leg, knee and ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18222,"employee was repairing water line on the south part of the property. employee took short cut through ditch line, on state property, when repairs were finished. while descending embankment in ditch, employee loosened material and fell causing him to fracture his lower left leg. the ditch separates mine property and state property.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18223,"ee was getting ready to operate the front end loader, he started to get on the machine, he was on the 3rd step and he slipped off, falling to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18224,the injured was carrying a set of conveyor belts bunks in one hand and some clamps in the other hand. as he came down several steps he slipped and fell. he broke his leg when it went between t wo steps,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18225,slipped while climbing and hyper extended his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18226,"on 2/4/18 employee fell while getting on a scissor lift truck causing a contusion to ee's left hip, did not report the incident & on 2/5 ee was noticed limping by supervision & asked what happened. ee explained & was alright, on days off was not better so ee doctored on 2/9 not mentioning it was work related. 2/11 doctored again & was given restrictions making this reportable.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18227,throwing cable over he lost his footing in mud &felt pain in lower back & right leg. 3rd north panel #7 entry. started missing days 8/18/01.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18228,"employee was standing on rock, loading primers into a boulder. lost footing and fell on tailbone, hurting back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18229,employee stated he was getting out of ram car and fell twisting ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18230,employee was taking the first step up a flight of stairs and felt a sharp pain in his lower back. it got worse and he reported it. he was taken to the doctor and diagnosed with a probable pinc h nerve. he was placed on light duty with daily physical therapy for 6 days.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18231,"employee took the air tank out of his truck due to frozen water. while placing the tank back into the truck, ee slipped on the ladder causing his left shoulder to hit the truck causing the inj ury. the tank weighed app 25 lbs, and the heightto climb on the ladder was app 6 ft.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18232,"concrete blocks used for temporary steps at portable office building shifted while i was exiting building causing me to fall, separating my left shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18233,employee was working down slope. his feet slipped and he fell on his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18234,"employee was walking by the mud pump and slipped in the mud, injuring lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18235,ie was standing checking rail car doors to make sure they were latched. ie alleges that right knee twisted/hyperextended as ie was standing there. ie did not report this incident until 06/26/2017. ie continued to work up until 08/10/2017 when ie had right knee surgery. surgery was arthroscopic partial medical meniscectomy and debridement of plica.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18236,"while the employee was running across the coal yard to his hi-lift, he stepped in a hole rolling his right foot breaking both bones in his lower leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18237,"did not start losing time until 4-4-01. stepped off bottom rung of ladder, slipped and felt pain in left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18238,employee was walking from the vehicle to the jobsite entrance in the designated employee parking lot and tripped over a railroad tie and fractured a rib as a result. the normal walking path was under construction. the employee was not yet clocked in and was not performing work at the time of injury. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18239,injured was on ladder about 6' off the ground. he slipped off the ladder and jumped backward hitting the ground on both heels.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18240,"employee stated he was walking beside a shuttle car carring 2 empty oil cans, when he tripped/slipped on a piece of rock laying on the floor. he fell on his left shoulder and had pain aftwards. he continued to work until he was taken off on 02/05/2009 for rotator cuff surgery.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18241,"ee was exiting the cab of his loader, missed the step, fell forward and grabbed the railing applying force to his elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18242,employee was getting out light vehicle when they twisted their knee. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18243,worker was installing resin cartridge in a drill hole. he lost balance and slipped and his left hand contacted a sharp protruding piece of wire mesh screen.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18244,he was standing on slabs of stone when he fell in between two pieces of stone and his foot became lodged between the two. while his foot was stuck he fell and fractured his lower right leg and sprained his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18245,employee states that while he was adjusting the saw table his foot slipped on the wet floor which may also have had some oil on it. his leg stretched out and he felt a slight pull in his groin. he was prescribed naproxyn and put on temporary restrictions.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18246,"at approximately 9:30 am employee started the pump up and the hose was kinked, while he was getting the kinks out of the hose it fell out of the truck. employee walked down the ramp to the pump to shut it off, he was in hurry to shut the pump off. he tripped over a small rock and landed on his left knee. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18247,"associate pushing wheel barrow, slipped on mill grinding balls and fell, strained lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18248,wash bay employee was pulling some hoses when they slipped on some ice causing them to fall and injure elbow. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18249,he was trying to weld an ar plate to the conveyor. the plate was resting on the rail. the plate fell off. he fell & plate his arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18250,ee stepped into the 6 inch gap between the wood pallet and the edge of the pallet lift (pallet jack) with his left leg. the ee sprained his left knee caused from the leg entering the the smal l area. employee has been placed on light duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18251,person was stepping off the rear platform of the roof bolter and when doing so he stepped into a hole in the pavement twisting his left knee causing injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18252,ee was cleaning clogged conveyor belt. ee was on the blet 3-4 ft from the ground when ee lost balance. he twisted in an attempt to re-balance. the twist broke his left leg in two places & the ee fell to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18253,"on 12-14-16 the operator was notified that a salaried foreman had slipped & struck their head against a scoop. during the operator's investigation, it was found that the employee was caught between the scoop & mine surroundings. the operator's investigation is on-going.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18254,"while dismounting a hydralift, employee stepped to the ground and rolled his right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18255,"ee was climbing into loader at the nibley pit. he fell backwards from loader and landed on his back, right hip and shoulder. his head hit last. ee went to the doctor on 11/20/04 and he has a broken tail bone.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18256,"while changing out a bad order return idler on #6 rod mill feed belt, employee dismounted a man basket and rolled his right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18257,"the employee was sitting on the load out bunker belt preparing to hang the remote. when ee pushed the button and sending ee off the belt. employee fell (flew) 18 feet to ground. broken wrist, nose and chipped 2 teeth.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18258,employee was painting shot number on face of mountain; it was windy and material was droppingdown from above. he was standing on some rocks and jumped and fell on his shoulder and side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18259,"lost balance trying to install rock bolt. employee had a controlled fall to the ground. the jack-leg landed on the employee's right foot, right above the metatarsal boot protection.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -18260,ee was lifting up the man bucket for the crane and slipped in the mud pulling his middle back. the basket was laying on the ground and he was trying to lift the basket up-right to lift it with a forklift.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18261,ee slipped off the rung of a fixed ladder and fell off causing fractures to ee's left ankle and contusion to the right ankle. ee will need surgery to the left ankle. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18262,"employee exited the shipping department control room using the stairs. at the bottom was some more concrete stairs, when ee stepped down ee rolled ee's ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18263,ee was walking down steps when he slipped on mud and fell causing lower back strain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18264,employee was descending access steps on a volvo a40e articulating end dump when he slipped using his right hand and arm to prevent a fall by catching himself. this resulted in a strain/sprain to his right shoulder requiring prescription medication for treatment.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18265,"employee was working on top of an overcast in the no. 5 entry of 001 section. the employee started to step down or jump down when his light pouch got caught on overcast causing him to twist before reaching the ground, injuring his right leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18266,"ee slid the 200+ lb drill hammer to the back of the service truck to hook it onto a hoist to install on the atlas copco drill rig. ee turned, slid in the mud and right foot stuck in the mud which twisted ee knee and fell. fellow ee helped him to get up",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18267,went to cross over a discharge pipe (pvc) and did not realize that a patch of ice had formed on top of the pipe. placed foot onto the pipe to step over it and slipped. the employee injured their wrist when they braced themselves upon landing. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18268,"haul mud out of pit at location, got out of truck to hook up lines, slipped and fell on ice.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18269,"service technician in to start up palletizer line was doing pre-operation checks. he was investigating the possible air leak on bag flattener when he crossed over pallet dispenser to get some teflon tape. his foot was caught between a low ibeam and the drive chain causing him to fall forward over the i beam, twisting his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18270,"while traveling to the section, the roof bolt operator exited the man trip to open the doors on the track and twisted right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18271,the employee was traveling through a mandoor and twisted his ankle. he did not miss work until 2/9/2011. the event has resulted in a lost time injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18272,employee stated that he was walking up to the face area to stagger out the roofbolters. he stepped in a hole on the mine floor and twisted his right knee. he did not go to the doctor until the next day.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18273,"reportable only due to sutures - employee was hanging roof bolter cable when ee lost balance and grabbed a rib pin to keep from falling, causing laceration to palm of right hand requiring sutures. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18274,"the man slipped on ice at bottom of fuel truck and bruised his left knee. he was able to perform his normal duties, but when he was check by doctor, he is on restricted duty which did not interfere with normal work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18275,employee walking outside to new plant and slipped on ice patch outside. fell and strained thumb.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18276,"ee was cleaning crushed rock from a plugged chute and the rock had accumlated ont he crusher deck and surrounding walkway. ee stepped on a loose rock, slipped and fell onto the walkway strikin g his back on one of the rocks causing a contusion to his lower back the ee was taken for a medical evaluation, provided medication and was placed on modified duties.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18277,"employee performing maintenance work (welding) while standing on a base made of aggregate material. lost balance, attempted to catch himself as he fell, pushing his left hand out against wall. in contacting wall, he fractured a bone in his wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18278,"getting ready to install hoist cable on dragline, employee stepped down turning his knee on rock.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18279,employee was stepping down from a palletizer and tripped on an emergency stop cord causing him to fall against a handrail. he fractured 4 ribs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18280,"employee was moving flashing and when he went to set it down it rolled over in his hands. in an attempt to catch a new grip, the flashing landed on his knee cutting his leg just above the knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18281,employee was coming down the stairs in the plant and his foot slipped causing him to come down on the side of his right foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18282,a driver of a leaser's truck caught his sneaker on the truck as he was getting down to get his scale ticket and he fell and hit the side of the scale house. he injured both his right shoulder and his right cheek.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18283,"employee was standing on conveyor of the powerscreen, putting tools in bucket of bobcat. employee slipped and fell off of the powerscreen, about 3 ft in height. employee did have safety harness on at the time causing employee to be pulled back towards the bobcat bucket. employee's legs hit the bobcat bucket causing a laceration to left lower leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18284,"ee was cleaning out around tail section of f-1 conveyor with water hose from water truck. he went to move; as he turned he lost balance and fell, hurting right foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18285,ee went to turn on steam cleaner in way bay to clean his boots. he fell through the sump grating and skinned his left leg shin. suffered an abrasion. medical treatment included prescription an tibiotics to prevent infection.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -18286,"walking beside continuous miner and slipped on rock, fell and strained left knee. began lost time on 7/23/07.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18287,ee was carrying a 40lb bag of rock dust from the #3 entry to the #1 entry of the 16 left development section when he slipped in a water filled rut in his walkway and twisted his ankle. injured ee finished his shift and was later diagnosed with a fractured right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18288,employee stated that he had filled the dozer with fuel and was standing on the track of the dozer when his foot slipped and he fell off of the dozer landing on his back on the ground. he went to the emergency room and x-rays did not show any broken bones and the diagnosis was bruising only.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18289,emp. slipped and fell on 6-25 - diagnosed as a sprain. emp off on 6-26 (working 4 10's) on saturday 6-27 dr called emp to see ortho dr on 6-29. on 6-29 emp - diagnosed with hairline fracture and told to be out of work. emp became a lost time accident on 6-29-2020 with a fracture to the tibia of rt leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18290,"ee was vacuuming water from sump at the east upper level of the open pit site. sump in lined with a plastic line, liner also covers burm area. while repositioning the 4 inch water suction hose , ee slipped on plastic liner twisting lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18291,the employee reported stepping on an unsecured 2' by 3' section of metal grating and falling approx two feet to the ground below. the employee's right leg contacted protrusions of the secured grating that was adjacent to the unsecured section resulting in a laceration. multiple sutures required. employee returned to work on his next scheduled shift.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18292,"ee was carrying drive belts to his job site, while descending a flight of stairs, he slipped on the bottom 2 steps. he bumped both knees and his left shoulder. on 1-25-01 ee went to the dr bec ause his shoulder was still sore and he was prescribed physical therapy.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18293,employee lost balance and fell on to kiln anchors. suffered lacerations to the right knee and face.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18294,"injured was installing a return trailing roller. while welding, bees came out of structure and injured swatted at them. his foot slipped off and he fell. he hit face first striking his left arm & neck & lower back. he had an mri on 9-28 & was advised to stay away from work until further notice. his first day missed was 9-29.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18295,"employee was descending stairs and slipped, twisting his right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18296,"employee was walking around plant feed belt in beneficiation when she rolled her right ankle on an inch thick, uneven ridge on cement floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18297,while throwing posts off the back of the cat it forklift the employee slipped and fell off of the counterweight. breaking 3 ribs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18298,"mobile equipment mechanic experienced pain on side of right knee while kneeling/crawling underneath 100-ton haul truck changing steering filter during a pm. employee was wearing knee pads at the time of the event. on 6/17/15, mri revealed a tear to his medial meniscus and a mild sprain of the mcl. restrictions were given and surgery recommended.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18299,employee was carrying brattice blocks to the raise bore shaft when he slipped and twisted his left ankle resulting in a sprain to the ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18300,"while walking at sand plant, employee slipped on algae that had grown on concrete floor and fell. the fall resulted in a sore wrist, later diagnosed as a sprained right wrist and sprained hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18301,"employee was raising mast on light plant when the cable broke inside the mast itself and employee jumped out of the way, banging left shin on the outrigger of the light plant causing a 1 inch laceration requiring one staple to close.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18302,employee was dumping a bucket of dirt & grease off the back of the dragline. he slipped on some grease and fell off the back of the dragline. he fell about eight feet and landed on his shoulder. he sprained his left shoulder and back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18303,"employee states he was walking, carrying a piece of brattice. he tripped on a piece of coal and put his arm out to catch himself as he fell, straining his left shoulder. recordability did not occur until 01/16/2009.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18304,slippery ground - pulling material line when it became stuck and injured pulled hard to loosen and tripped on ridge in mine floor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18305,he fell on ice - broke right ankle in 2 places.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18306,"ee had finished washing out material from under the conveyor and was in the process of stowing the fire hose when he slipped backwards extended his l hand to caught himself and dislocating his left pinkie finger or pip joint. note:ee was wearing his hard hat,safety glasses,high visibility garment,gloves & steel toed boots.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18307,employee was walking into the hopper building and tripped on scale. he tried to catch his fall and tore his upper right bicep.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18308,"ee was checking the bucket kickout magnet on hte 988f. he had climbed onto the arms of the loader to access the magnet. when he finished the work, he climbed back don. he placed his left foot on a bucket arm and when he transferred his weight, his foot slipped and he fell. his left side struck the bucket arm. it was raining out at the time.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18309,"employee was walking along belt line to change belt rollers. while walking he slipped on uneven mine floor rolling his right ankle and fell to mine floor. ppe was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was not factor, mining equipment/system was not a factor, miner proficiency was a factor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18310,"the area was wet and slick, employee fell and landed on his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18311,"the employee walked around the rear of welding truck where ee slipped on loose gravel and fell to the ground. ee felt a ""pop"" and sharp pain in left knee. ee got back up under own power and was taken back to the employee clockhouse. first aid was administered at the time and the employee was taken to the hospital by a family member for further examination.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18312,employee slipped on ice in parking lot. bruised his right side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18313,ee was walking down a dirt ramp when their right foot lost traction causing the ee to slip. ee attempted to break their fall by putting their right hand out to the side. ee made contact with the ground and sprained wrist. ee was issued restrictions. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18314,it was a normal shift and weather conditions. the truck driver went to unstick the dump truck cover tarp and tripped and fell to the ground. ee braced the fall with hand and hurt wrist. we took ee to urgent care for x-ray and the results show that ee has two small bones in the hand that were fractured. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18315,at the end of his shift the employee was crossing over the bridge and lost his footing and fell. this caused his leg to be pinched between the bridge and lo-lo causing a contusion. the employee was treated and released and remains off at this time.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -18316,"while carrying a track tie, employee stepped into a hole resulting in knee pain. employee was originally injured on 4/20/15. he did visit the doctor and had various tests done on his knee. he continued to work until 5/29/15 when he had another doctor visit and was taken off work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18317,"ee was climbing down the ladder off the crusher after putting gear oil in. his hands were slippery from the oil. he slipped and fell to the ground, landing on his butt.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18318,ee was walking along the cone crusher int he pit and slipped on the ice. his right foot got caught under him causing ee to sprain his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18319,on 11/14/11 ee informed safety he had went to seek medical attention from an incident on 11/11/11.while walking down the belt line he ran his head into a brow causing him to lose his balance and fall into the belt structure. it was determined that the employee had a fractured rib. this is to report medical treatment only no days were missed.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18320,"walking in sugar run parking lot from personal vehicle to bath house. stepped awkwardly and twisted left knee in gravel parking lot, resulting in a minor sprain/strain. dark and raining, however the area was level, well lit, and the gravel contained no abnormalities. incident cause did not involve training, compliance, equipment, or ppe.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18321,"ee was in the operator's shack, talking with the truck driver and another employee when they noticed that the truck was beginning to overfill. ee began to run out of the shack to the catwalks under the loading tanks. as employee was running they tripped and fell, breaking a wrist and causing several lacerations. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18322,"ee was taking some chemicals to another room when she tripped on the edge of the doorway, falling forward. she hit her head on the wall & fell to the floor on her hip. she was taken to the e.r . for evaluation & treatment.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18323,employee at 1 west header and slipped going down steps hitting his left elbow on the handrail.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18324,employee fell from a ladder and struck his head on the ladder guard resulting in a laceration.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18325,ee while using a jackleg fainted and hit his head.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18326,"fueler was attempting to dismount a komatsu 300 excavator when he lost his footing and fell approx. 24"" to the ground landing on his back. he was transported to the hospital and released with bruising.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18327,"employee stated while walking to his car, after completing his shift, he slipped on ice in the parking lot and fell to the pavement injuring his right shoulder. incident was not deemed reportable until 2/25/11 due to the availability of medical records.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18328,"while climbing down ladder on primary crusher, 4th step broke causing ee to fall on crusher hitting middle of his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18329,employee was climbing up into an articulated haul truck. the employee slipped and started to fall. ee's l. leg caught between the rungs of the access ladder and the employee fell and ee's left leg stayed in between the rungs of the access ladder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -18330,slipped on bottom step of short stairway while walking out of maintenance shop to start work truck. the slip resulted in the employee falling and striking his head the resulting cut required nine staples to close.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18331,"operator was mounting drill, his foot slipped and he fell across doorway into cab.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18332,"employee was climbing down from his loader to fuel, lost his balance and fell on his right shoulder and head on the ground. sent to doctor 5/1/00, when shoulder still sore. small cut to righ t side of head and sprained right shoulder. prescription medication, restricted duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18333,injured person was refueling a diesel tank for a portable pump engine. the ground had a layer of frost on the grass area. he slipped while moving around the pump engine. he caught all his weight on his left hand and sprained his left wrist (the wrist had been injured previously in a non work-related accident).,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18334,ee was walking along the rear of a fletcher roof bolter and was unable to lift his leg was due to preexisting arthritic condition. ee was seen at local hospital & er. dr advised ee there was evidence of arthritis in the back of knee area. he is following up with his family dr.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18335,"was pulling electrical wire through conduit and fell over a 4 x 4 board. he hit his head on the unloading table. worked the rest of the day. he went to the er room on 11/5/00 for headaches, pu lled muscles in right shoulder and neck.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18336,"while going over the belt cross-over he slipped and his left arm got caught on the railing, causing a fracture of his left elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18337,"employee was cleaning up stone that had spilled off a conveyor from previous loading. he slipped on loose particles that were on concrete surface and landed on shoulder and elbow. minor scrapes occurred on arm, a large contusion formed on elbow, and soreness was reported in shoulder. local med provider placed him on a lifting restriction. possible rotator cuff issue.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18338,"miner was climbing onto a crane to look at the load chart. ee used a pintle hitch as a step, and it rotated as ee put weight on it. miner fell back wards and tried to brace the fall by putting left arm behind him. fracture left arm, no cast. miner released to modified duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18339,employee slipped whilst climbing into the loader falling down the steps of the loader and impacting their ribs on the platform. the employee was diagnosed 2 fractured ribs. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18340,"while walking on rocks the employee slipped and fell, striking his left knee on the rocks, causing pain. transported to hospital for x-rays and no fracture identified. advised not to work until released by physician.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18341,"employee was shrink wrapping a pallet with a weed burner and for some unknown reason he burned himself and was found by a co-worker in a serious burn condition. he is burned over 36% of his body including left arm, which has been amputated, and his right upper arm, chest and face. the cause of death was mucomuyosis (fungal infection).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Contact with hot objects or substances -18342,driver was walking back from the main plant office at ash grove in seattle and tripped over cement and the train tracks. driver fell to the ground. driver used right hand to stop fall. fractured right wrist from making contact with the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18343,"employee jumped to get out of the way of a shuttle car, tripped and fell against rib.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18344,getting out of truck--foot slipped and he fell--straining back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18345,"injured party was pushing rock in the shot, when he turned around to back up & turned back around he saw flames shoot out on both sides of the engine compartment on the tractor. party exited the dozer & jumped off.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18346,employee was washing down the ground floor of the washer when he slipped and fell to the concrete floor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18347,"employee stated, employee was walking on the off side of the belt. while walking the employee tripped over a crib block, and falling into belt chain, cutting over employee's left eye.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18348,"after working with iron worker machine the employee stepped back and tripped over angle iron on floor, he did not fall but in the process he felt a strain to his lower back. he did not seek medical attention until 6-7-2004. he received chiropractic treatment and as of 6-11-2004 he was put on restricted duty",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18349,unloading bales of peat moss from back of 18 wheel delivery truck when a bale of peat fell off of palet knocking ee to ground fracturing rt. arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18350,"ee was climbing steps to get into operators cab of dozer, slipped on first step and in the process of trying to catch himself from slipping, felt something pull in his shoulder. he did not wish to seek medical attention the day of the injury but due to continued discomfort was treated on 1-24-05 and placed on restricted duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18351,employee states that while bolting top in the #3 entry some small draw rock fell in front of a.t.r.s. he withdrew from the entry and slipped/tripped on a rock beside the roofbolter causing him to fall. as he fell he landed on a rock causing his battery to be pushed into his ribs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18352,ee slipped and fell in a mud hole as he walked around the rear of the parts sled. lost time injury as of november 17.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18353,"employee was closing a water valve on a water pump. while closing the valve the flat bar slipped causing him to loose balance, fall forward onto the valve sticking him in the ribs. he reported it on first aid and informed his supervisor. he continued to work until 1/28/2008 when he informed his supervisor that the pain had continued and we seeked medical attention.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18354,tripped over beam on floor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18355,"employee was walking to scale house when ee slipped and fell spraining ankle. area was clean, dry, and level with no housekeeping issues. employee is not sure if was about to climb stairs or had stepped up to first step when employee fell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18356,"ee received a fractured tailbone while exiting the bucket area catwalk on a bucket truck. he had been replacing lights in the shop and was using the bucket truck. he had to reposition the tr uck and in doing so, the truck was rained on. both feet slipped out in front of him and he fell on the truck's toolbox.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18357,employee tripped over slide door on elevator (line #2 preheater tower) falling to hands and knees. strain to back. modified duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18358,"employee went outside mill to take a break - sat on makeshift bench fell back jamming left shoulder trying to catch himself. went to local clinic after shoulder continued to bother him on october 9, 2014",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18359,"the employee was inspecting the area to trace the path for a new road, and he was climbing the mogote (hill) #2 of carolina landfill, he slipped over a loose rock and impacted his right knee w ith the edge of a rock that was on the floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18360,"employee was walking across a parking lot towards his haul truck when he slipped on a patch of ice and fell, resulting in sprains to his left knee and shoulder and abrasion to his left knee. employee was placed on three days restricted duty, operator accommodated restrictions - no lost workdays were incurred as a result of this injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18361,"water hose blew off the hose connection bushing. the employee put it back on and tightened it with a 6"" crescent wrench. he turned the water back on and walked away. the hose blew off again and the water hit him in the back, knocking him into the feed box frame. he struck his left eyebrow on the frame and cut it.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18362,ee was walking from the construction site building and he twisted his ankle in a pot hole.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18363,injured was walking on cribs along crawler tail and stage loader. the cribs were placed there to bridge the crawler tail over the mud hole. injured slipped off a crib twisting his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18364,ee fell halfway down an unusually steep stairway that is adjacent to the metal detector at the primary plant and sustained multiple injuries.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18365,"ie felt a ""pop"" while entering the crew van at the end of shift. ie was examined at the er, referred to an orthopedic doctor, mri was ordered which revealed a small meniscus tear and was prescribed physical therapy. the ie had surgery on the same knee for a meniscus tear in the past. given this along with the ee denying any slip or trip the event will be classified as an illness",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18366,"while returning to work from lunch break, employee struck his right knee on the trailor hitch of the working foreman's truck.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18367,"injured employee and supervisor were loading the trailer with parts when the weight shifted on the load, hitting a timber. injured employee stepped down off the trailer quickly, injuring his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18368,employee allegedly bent over to pick up a clayball. his left leg slid off the platform and he grabbed the railing with his left arm and twisted his shoulder. he did not go to a doctor until 7- 22-03.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18369,"rolling a roll of belt onto wagon, slipped and hit knee on wagon, felt pain but continued working.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18370,"the employee was cleaning in the area of the south east submain discharge. as he was leaving the area, he twisted his ankle. the employee felt a pain in his foot but completed his shift without reporting the injury to management. when he was examined it was determined that he had a fracture in his right foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18371,"pulling on water hose, he slipped and fell against tail pulley and hit his back on the right side.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18372,"he was scaling roof and after pulling one piece of rock down, he pulled another larger piece and as it fell, it bounced off of the first piece &struck him on the leg, causing him to fall and twist his knee. (he continued to work & began tomiss work on 9-20-02.)",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18373,"walking into the plant to start work, slipped and fell on the ice and snow in the parking lot. injured right elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18374,employee tripped over door threshold - not carrying anything - slip resistant footwear was being worn - acute knee sprain to right knee. ee given 7 days off by md and vicodin. rotational scheduled return date 12/28/06.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18375,"ee was walking at tailpiece at cc7 and stepped in loose coal and slippled and fell, landing on buttock, hurting neck. ee started missing work on 12-05-02.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18376,"reported to work prior to start time. went to unit 26 truck; placed lunch box on seat, then started to go back to operations office for job assignment. while walking felt he twisted his right leg on uneven ground in front of the electric shop. felt pinch in calf and upper leg. reported the problem later in the day.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18377,employee was pulling cable when he slipped on wet coal causing him to fall down and strike left knee on bottom rock.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18378,"ee was getting into cab of excavator, utilizing three point contact when his left foot slipped causing him to fall to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18379,"employee was assisting in construction of retaining wall for earthen ramp. blocks are 2' tall x 2' wide and offset half a block each course. when stepping from one course to the next ee felt a pain in groin later diagnosed as a hernia. employee is restricted from lifting heavy weights and may need surgery. amendment: it was later diagnosed as a strain, not hernia.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18380,ee was walking around roof bolter when he tripped & fell landing on his back causing a sprain to back. ee was not allowed to work the following day because of falsification of records. i am only filing this to satisfy this citation that was issued. i don't feel that this was a lost time accident.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18381,ee was inside deck of shuttle car he had just moved to use scoop to clean feeder dump. when exiting shuttle car his right leg gave out causing him to fall and his right hip popped out of socket due to previous injuries from vehicle accident in which reconstructive surgery had been done.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18382,ee was working near hatch cover when merchant vessel crew member closed hatch causing the ee to be trapped then forcing him into getting knocked into hold.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18383,"miner was removing pump packing from a booster pump, when he lost balance & caught himself before falling and then felt something wrench back. he later felt back pain and will be going to a chiropractic clinic for treatment, as soon as he can get an appointment.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18384,the ee was cleaning up material on a work platform. after finishing the ee was returning to the ground level via stairs. the ee slipped on one of the steps where oil had been spilled. the ee caught himself using the handrails before losinghis balance. when he caught he twisted and strained his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18385,"the ee was underground packing a roll of hueskier on his shoulder, when he slipped and fell. the floor was wet, slick and uneven and his left leg was folded under him when he landed. fractured left leg in two places. ****msha lost time accident on 9/4/10****",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18386,"employee left his flashlight in his truck. when walking to his equipment he tripped and fell. he was laid off, due to workforce reduction. after layoff the clinic put him on restricted duty on 6-22-07. this was after three prior visits stating regular work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18387,"descending a ladder at radial stacker for crusher, slipped on bottom rung & over extended his (l) knee. he did not request medical treatment until 3/18/04. clinic determined sprain to (l) knee & he returned the same day to regular duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18388,"employee was loading trash into skid steer. it was stopped with the heel of the bucket on the ground and lip tilted upwards. employee entered skid steer stepped on the raised lip instead of the skid-proof platform. his boot slipped off of lip causing him to fall, letting his right shin to come into contact with bucket causing a cut below knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18389,"while getting ready to come down from a dump truck bed, employee stepped on some concrete blocks being used as steps. the blocks broke and he fell backwards striking his lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18390,the ee was assisting in removing broken lifters and washing raw material from the dryer appron feeder when material flushed out and he was pulled onto the pile of lifters that had been removed and stacked to the side. when the ee fell over the pile it bruised and twisted his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18391,"driver had pushed truck tarp arm back. it was raining heavily at the time. driver was on scale catwalk, slipped and lost footing and fell. driver's leg went down between catwalk and scale platform.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -18392,ee was moving from the dredge deck up onto a sand barge that was being loaded. the ee twisted his right knee as he was dismounting the ladder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18393,"raining most of the day, ground was muddy and slippery.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18394,e-2 sect helping move miner cable & water hose when he loss his balance & fell. he stuck out his hand to catch himself & break the fall & felt a pain in the right shoulder. dr diagnosed the i njury as a torn rotator cuff requiring surgery he cont to work & his 1st day away from work was 3/1/00,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18395,"ee (contractor: mobile contract services llc representing navman wireless) was climbing down from cab of a cat grader while inspecting for install of telematics gps equipment, and on the ground, he stepped back and tripped on grader blade that was parked at an angle, falling backwards. while attempting to catch his fall, he broke his left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18396,"miner was assisting in the installation of a portable stacker conveyor belt when the opposite end of where they were standing started lifting. the miner grabs the framework of the conveyor system attempting to lower it back down, therefore raising it approx. 10-12ft before the miners grip releases causing them to fall roughly 5-6 ft resulting in injury to lower extremity.area.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18397,"ee was using a torch to cut part of a bldg. structure for removal purposes. as he cut the first end of a beam, the beam moved, which caused ee to lose his balance. this caused him to fall & strike his knee into a section of handrail. ee had his safety harness on which prevented him from falling further.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18398,"ee was bringing paperwork from his shift into the office. thought he saw a material leak from a hopper. walked under it and as he was looking up, slipped on some ice and fell on his left arm/r ibs. at the time it was raining and freezing on contact.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18399,"while walking down a sloped surface, ie slipped and twisted knee. miner was fully trained, wearing ppe and in compliance with the law.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18400,walking down a belt line and stepped in a hole and fell and twisted his hip and lower back. this was on 2/24/2014 it was a reported only accident. on 3/5/2014 he went to see a dr. an x-ray was completed and the results were negative. he was still having some pain so a mri was completed on 3/25/2014 that revealed a fracture to his hip. placing him off of work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18401,employee was roof bolting and stepped in a slightly uneven cut and hyper extended left knee. emp. went to dr. no restrictions or meds. on 5/17/2017 emp. had surgery for torn meniscus. emp on restrictions and pain meds as of 5/18/2017.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18402,miner was climbing out of the cab on a 621 g water pull when ee missed one of the steps on the way down. this resulted in the miner falling from the equipment landing on ee's backside and causing a contusion to ee's mid and lower back. miner was placed on restricted duty by the urgent care center. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18403,"over the road truck driver pulled in to get loaded with coal. driver was doing his truck inspection. he bent over to check air hoses. when he stood back up he got dizzy, lost balance, fell and hurt his ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18404,while rushing to get into a ramcar caught his foot and fell forward into the opening. as he tried to catch himself struck his left arm against the plate behind the seat bruising his shoulder. x-rays were negative but he was placed on a no use of left arm restriction due to pain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18405,"walking out the door of the mines wash bay and slipped on ice, hurt right shoulder, and & elbow",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18406,employee was moving quickly toward headgate and twisted left knee. began missing work on 10-19-01.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18407,"drilling boulders with sinking hammer to be shot miss stepped on small 5 inch rock lost balance and fell to ground, tried to stop fall w/ left arm and fractured left radius bone",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18408,employee was climbing onto beam and slipped. while attempting to catch himself his right hand came in contact with a hold down with a sharp edge resulting in a deep cut to the palm of his hand requiring stitches.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18409,"preshifting the return, dating up seals and stepped on a piece of mining belt with left foot. left foot slipped on the piece of belt, twisting left knee and hurting lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18410,"employee was kneeling on cbi, throwing rocks off. he lost balance and fell landing feet first.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18411,"employee went to retrieve filters for a dozer from the parts trailer. upon exiting the parts trailer, the steps gave way with the employee, causing him to fall to the ground, resulting in a fracture to his right foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18412,employee was walking on sidewalk from admin. building to parking lot when ee slipped & fell. ee got up and went home. later that evening ee informed ee's supervisor & was instructed to be seen by a physician. x-rays came back positive for a right fractured rib ee was given a full work release & making this a medical reportable injury,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18413,"employee was walking up stairs on transfer tower 1 when he tripped. as he was falling, he reached out his hand to grab the handrail and jammed his finger against the handrail. employee sought medical treatment on his own on 12/13/09, via urgent care, and it was verified that he had fractured his finger. employee did not report the injury to the employer until 12/15/09.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18414,employee stepped down from a step onto the ground landing wrong causing the injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18415,employee with crew members were removing the rear bed liner from haul truck 457 with the overhead crane. the liner popped loose and the employee stepped back to get out of the way and slipped on some loose dirt on the floor. falling on the floor on his right side landing on his right wrist. right wrist sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18416,"employee was on top of a continuous mining machine cleaning foreign material (rock) off the machine. when ee attempted to dismount from the machine, ee slipped and overexerted ankles and lower legs. the following morning the employee felt pain in lower legs when ee started walking. employee continued working until 08/08/2016, at which time ee sought medical attention. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18417,"ee dropped off a pallet of blue ram at the feed end of the kiln with the forklift. as ee was backing the forklift out of the kiln the tires hung up in a load of loose material that had been cl eaned out of the feed chute earlier. while standing on loose material trying to place wood undertires for traction, material slid out from underhim allowing his leg to go strike forklift fork",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18418,"employee was walking slope when he stepped on rock or coal, slipped and fell, while trying to catch himself with his left arm he sprained his left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18419,ee was cleaning windshield on truck. ee turned ankle while stepping from truck to ground,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18420,"ee was walking through surface weld shop when they slipped in a puddle, catching themselves with right arm. ee did not experience any pain as a result of the fall until next morning when they began to notice pain in shoulder. ee was referred to an orthopedic and continued to work until 08-30-19 when they had surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18421,"employee slipped off ladder of truck, right knee buckled when his foot hit the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18422,"employee was climbing down the #3 clean coal drain board, slipped and hit his left knee on the edge of the drain board. he was in the chute doing maintenance work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18423,employee reports recurrence of symptoms from a previous incident dated 8/16/04 in which he missed 39 work days. his chiropractor documented that the employee could have a potential of flare ups with work activities.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18424,"ee was going to fill water truck. when he turned the 6"" pump on it had ice in the line and this caused the hose to fly off of the pump. water and ice hit him and knocked him down and he landed on some rocks in a ditch.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18425,"employee, an over the road truck driver, whom was neither employed nor contracted by carbon sales inc, was stepping onto his trailer from the tractor and slipped falling approx 5' to the groun d breaking his right collarbone. carbon sales employees called for an ambulance and the individual was transported to geisinger hospital, wilkes-barre.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18426,"the plant operator was carrying an extension ladder by self, when ee turned rounding a de-watering screen ee tripped and fell against the corner of the screen.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18427,employee was doing pre start inspection at the crusher on c10-cv01 tail pulley and guards. employee stepped back and turned to their right when their ankle rolled and fell to the ground. employee was assisted by co worker and lead person.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18428,employee tripped and struck face on the bed of the truck causing a laceration to lip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18429,employee was climbing down the ladder of ht418 when he stepped on the last step he missed judged his footing causing him to fall forward catching his left forearm on the corner of the hand rail. resulting in multiple contusions to the left arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18430,"injured was standing on a platform 4.5 feet off the floor, attempting to attach a come-along when he lost his balance and fell to the floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -18431,ee was covering a pile of clay with a tarp when ee stepped onto what ee thought was solid ground. ee soon realized that the ground was giving way. ee fell and when ee was able to get up ee had extreme pain from ee's ribs.(it was raining at the time). ee notified ee's boss and boss took ee to the emergency room.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18432,"while cleaning up a polymer spill, employee slipped on some of the spilled material and fell. employee's statement on results of incident was ""no injury"". employee continued work. an infection developed from a pre-existing condition and resulted in lost work days. on 8/3/06 company doctor stated that the fall could have contributed to employee's infection.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18433,stepped down off ladder; loader was sitting on high spot. ee slipped and fell backwards to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18434,"tire guy climbed into wheel, slipped and smacked knee on the wheel. initially diagnosed as a knee contusion but mri revealed a meniscus tear.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18435,"we were moving dragline back to south pit, were moving electric power boxes & cable back behind dragline; was pulling cable pulling with loader. other employee stopped to rehook to opposite s ide of bucket; started to pull cable--flipped up knocking me off of feet; (i) fell forward, hitting my head on ground--cut over left eye and nose. time was around 8:30-8:45 a.m.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18436,ee was walking from the shop to car when he slipped on the ice and snow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18437,"employee was on the hydroseeder crew, was pulling hose up a steep hill when his feet slipped out from under him causing him to fall on the right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18438,clearing lodged material from tail gate on dump box end gate slipped smashing 2nd finger of right hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18439,"the employee was walking from a work location carrying a shovel and broom. the employee reportedly slipped, fell, and struck his head while walking from the pay loader to the main office. the employee was disoriented and did not clearly remember the exact location he fell, or what events led up the fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18440,ee was exiting screen when he lost his footing & twisted his left knee. became lost itme on 4-24-02.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18441,ee stated he was standing on pile of belt being pulled in. the end of the belt was on side as it was pulled. the end flipped up catching the bottom roller knocking it out striking him on the left side of the head and ee fell down hitting his left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18442,"ee had completed his shift and walked tohis personal vehicle in the parking lot. while attempting to enter his vehicle, ee slipped on ice, fell and struck left knee on ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18443,"employee was loading supplies with forklift. when finished loading, he stepped out of loader into thick mud. he turned to walk to scoop and twisted his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18444,ee was walking down a short flight of steps and slipped on bottom step and turned his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18445,employee was walking down a flight of stairs when he lost his footing and fell coming to rest on the landing below. he fell approximately 10 feet down the stairs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18446,"stepping down ladder of t-8 haul truck, bolt broke holding a rung on, ee held on with his left hand but fell down a couple of rungs to radiator shroud.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18447,crane operator was climbing the ladder at the front of the crane and stepped on to the crane deck. after operator placed first step operator slipped and shin struck the second step on the deck. operator sustained laceration on lower left leg requiring stitches.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18448,employee was repairing the hydraulic hose on a caterpillar d6n dozer. he was climbing over blade arm to tighten leaking hose and slipped. he fell against tracs and pulled shoulder back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18449,"standing on first step of two step ladder getting one case of 2"" 60% gel out of ime box. lost balance fell landing on both feet right knee buckled",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18450,"employee was climbing 2 foot retaining wall surrounding fuel tank to fuel up the front end loader. employee lost footing and slipped, hitting left leg on wall. required 4 stitches to close wound.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -18451,"employee was stepping out of security shack and rolled an ankle. was taken to er, given days off work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18452,ee claims he fell on operating levers of 631 scraper granite informed of injury when we rec'd billing from hospital 1/13/05,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18453,employee lost his balance and struck his head on a ventilation tube in 12 i section. *** lost work days began 5/19/2009,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18454,ee went to check north clinker bucket elevator which had dropped out. he was climbing up steps to check (stop flags) elevator. while comming back down he slipped & caught his fall with his ri ght hand. the tips of his ring finger & small finger were pinched between riding rail & wheel onsouth bucket elevator.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18455,ee tripped over a rock on mine floor causing him to fall and strike his knee on another rock.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18456,injured tripped over a cable and fell to the shop floor. the operator was not aware that injured was off from work due to this event until 4-15-02.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18457,"ee states that while getting out of his truck he fell to the ground. ee sustained a bruise to his left hip, a bump to the top of his head (concussion) and a sore shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18458,"while bolting with a jackleg drill from the muckpile, employee fell to the ground straining his left shoulder. a mri revealed a problem which required surgical repair which was done on 2/23/01",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18459,as i was walking down the stairs of the parts trailer (otc) my left ankle gave out and i sat down on the stairs. it hurt and started to swell almost immediately.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18460,employee stated that employee was carrying a roll of fly pad and slipped and fell back landing on the roll of fly pad straining employee's lower back. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18461,"employee was washing equipment in the wash bay. he was standing on a platform ladder holding a wand for washing. he stepped back thinking that the metal was there and there was none. it was fo ggy and hard to see with grease and dirt coming off the machine. he fell to the floor and landedon side. hard to breathe, cut his ear.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18462,"employee was walking from the parking lot to the main gate and slipped on some ice landing on right arm/side causing elbow, shoulder, and muscle soreness.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18463,ee was cleaning catwalks and washing the wash plant. when ee was done they started walking down the steps but forgot something and walked back up the steps. ee then went to walk back down but tripped over the hose that they had just used. ee slid down the steps landing on their buttocks bruising lower back,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18464,"looking for scoop, stepped in hole twisted leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18465,"employee was walking in parking lot, slipped on icy conditions and fell on back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18466,ee was mounting blade. he had each hand on the grab iron and his feet on the steps. his right hand came loose from the right grab iron and he slipped; twisting his back. taken to the er and was placed on restrictions.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18467,injury was walking from his car to the timeclock inside the electric warehouse when he tripped and fell to the ground. he reported that at that time his right knee began hurting.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18468,"ee was using machine to break boulders. he got off the machine to use bathroom. when getting back on machine, he slipped and fell, landing on his right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18469,"ee was descending from a fixed ladder. his left hand slipped: ee fell approx. 4 feet to a concrete floor. ee thought he heard a ""crack"" and felt pain in right ankle. two fellow employees stabi lized ankle: ice packs put on and ee taken to emergency room.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18470,"walking stepped on mud clog, uneven frozen ground-twisted ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18471,"employee was talking to another employee when other employee's cell phone rang. when employee stepped backwards to give other employee privacy, he tripped & fell over a landscape rock striking right shoulder on the ground. employee was on a previously scheduled vacation from 12/11/10 to 1/9/11 and returned to work on restricted duty on 1/10/11.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18472,employee was driving a rock truck when employee got a call for it to be serviced. employee then parked it at the truck garage. while entering the replacement truck employee slipped and fell on shoulder/back. employee attempted to maintain 3 point contact and wasn't distracted by talking.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18473,"injured was walking by a parked scoop car tripped on a loose track tie fell and hit his front tooth on the top of the scoop car causing his front tooth to be knocked out. ppe was not a factor, compliance rules/regs was not a factor, mining equipment/systems was not a factor, miner proficiency was a factor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18474,"employee was stepping out of a personal vehicle in the parking lot, slipped and fell and is receiving medical treatment for an injury to ee's left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18475,employee getting into boat to go to dredge at 5:00 am and stepped down. stepped on chain and twisted right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18476,ee was alledgedly climbing down from his loader for lunch. when ee put weight on his rt.knee on the ground he experienced pain. ee was taken to local dr. who diagnosed a knee strain that was an aggravation of an age related condition. ee was given a cortazone injection and prescription for anti-inflamatories.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18477,"ee was pulling a cable from between the rib and the power center by backing up. when he attempted to turn around and put the cable on his shoulder he stepped on a timber butt end, which caused his ankle and leg to twist causing the injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18478,employee slipped on a patch of ice when reporting to work station. employee fell at same level on ee's right arm. initially employee said no injury occurred but later sought treatment. on 4/2/2021 employee diagnosed with right forearm tendon strain and placed on restrictions. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18479,ee fell on ice while walking across mine yard landing on his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18480,"ee was cleaning crusher chute when coal broke loose covering his feet, causing him to fall back hitting his head and right elbow on grating which resulted in a laceration on his head requiring 10 stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18481,employee tripped while walking upstairs to office trailer and hit right ear on hand railing.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18482,employee was stepping off machine and twisted ankle,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18483,while walking to work site employee lost footing while walking through mud and water.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18484,ee slipped as he was getting in loader.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18485,"while carrying airlift pipe, he slipped and fell. causing injury to right shoulder and elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18486,"employee slipped and fell on wet warehouse floor while going to shut garage door (off of forklift). snowy wet conditions, ee fell and hit his wrist on forklift tooth, fracturing left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18487,ee slipped and fell resulting in a fractured bone in his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18488,independent contractor driver accessed flatbed trailer while away from tarping station. driver lost footing and fell to the ground from top of bags on flatbed cement trailer.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18489,ee was walking toward the face area observing conditions. he came to a mud hole that had some water in it. the water was concealing ruts that had been made by coal haulers. ee stepped into rut not expecting to step down. he strained his lower back at this time.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18490,emp slipped and fell on top of s9 tank that had frozen from a filter line leak hurting lower back. pain meds prescribed.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18491,ee was loading crusher fines-noticed belt over flowing got out of mack truck to stop belt-wehn stepping out of truck twisted leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18492,"employee slipped on a walkway causing injury to his right arm. employees arm did not get any better and employee went to the doctor on march 12, 2014. he was then placed on restricted duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18493,employee had poured a bag of chemical into a feeder box. he wanted to see how much chemical was in the feeder. he found a metal box to climb onto look into the feeder. he lost his balance and fell to the floor striking his head and right hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18494,employee advised stepped wrong and twisted knee while working cleaning a car.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18495,employee was stepping over eight inch pipe and twisted his left ankle. employee was examined by doctor and diagnosed was a sprained ankle. employee was returned to work with no climbing restriction and will follow-up with doctor on 8-8-12,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18496,the employee twisted left knee while walking to the roof bolter. employee was given restrictions on 5/25/17 that do not allow employee to fulfill employee's normal work activity.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18497,"employee was changing cylinder hose on d8 dozer. wrench broke, causing him to fall off dozer.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18498,"ee was helping change screen on screening plant, stepped out on top hand rail. ee then pulled on the screen slipped and fell approx 10' landed on his feet on a pile of sand and rock",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18499,employee was stepping up into his underground haul truck when his foot slipped off of the step. this resulted in a muscle strain of the upper left leg/hip. he was taken off work on 03/23/07,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18500,employee carrying vacuum hose down belt galley tripped and fell receiving a cut on right arm. employee was transported for evaluation and was shown to have a fracture of their rib.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18501,"ee slipped & fell in mud & felt a ""pop"" in rt knee & reported fleeting pain when stepping down from bobcat & with long strides. evaluated at clinic & treated with knee support & anti-inflammat ory meds. was released from further care on 6/21. ee states that over the last few months the pain came & went, progressing to constant. referred to ortho for consult 11/27. informed of need",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18502,"ee working on conveyor, turned and tripped over guard that was left on the deck. ee tripped/fell landing on left side of body. he refused treatment and declined to fill out investigation report at time of accident. we were informed on 6/9/2010 that mri was positive for rotator cuff tear so this became reportable on that day.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18503,"miner slipped in mud and ""tweaked left knee"". injury happened on 4 may 2014, but did not become msha reportable until 15 may 2014.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18504,ee was walking up the stairs at preheater tower. he slipped and fell down stairs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18505,"employee was draining the 4"" hose that feeds the sand screw and slipped and fell landing on his right shoulder jamming it.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18506,miner was greasing feeder bin tail pulley of wash plant. miner placed boot on framework beam of feeder bin (ground level) when the miner slipped and fell into tail pulley guard causing laceration to left forearm requiring medical treatment 7 stitches. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18507,"ee was carrying a welder to the back of the warehouse. ee tripped, and felt pain in his lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18508,employee stepped into a hole and twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18509,"ee was walking back to loader which was parked near a 5ft ledge. as ee was climbing in ee placed hand on the loader to get in, slipped and lost balance. ee fell backwards down the ledge. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18510,employee attempted to exit a mantrip when his foot slipped causing him to put his hand down on the ground causing a laceration requiring 6 stitches.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18511,employee allegedly stepped on a rock and fell injuring his left knee. returned to dr. on 4/1/04 for medical cartilage repair. off work until 4/12/04- restrictions until 4/28/04.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18512," employee was climbing down the ladder to the quarry drill platform when ee slipped and landed on the ground below, which resulted in a right ankle sprain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18513,"employee was removing the plywood bed on electric cart when they tripped on a tripod pipe stand leg, stumbled and hit the maintenance shop roll up door roller guide frame causing a laceration to right arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18514,"blaster accessing top of truck on ladder when ladder separated from truck body causing blaster to fall against cab of truck, resulting in a left shoulder strain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18515,"sampler was monitoring the mechanical sampler on company property. ee went into the control room to get another bag when ee turned and tripped over ee's feet, fell out the open door and hit left arm on edge of concrete.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18516,"employee went to step up on equipment when he pulled or twisted his left knee. employee had knee examined, did not miss any work. knee getting worse. had surgery on knee on 11/3/08. back at work on 11/4/08 on restricted duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18517,employee was taking a box of used air filters/oil filters weight approximately 40 pounds off the side of ee's truck and was turning to throw in the dumpster when as ee turned stepped on some uneven ground causing ee's right foot / ankle to roll losing ee's balance falling to the ground and with the entire weight of ee's body and the box caused ee's right ankle to dislocate. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18518,employee was fueling a dozer and he states that he turned quickly to shut off the fuel when he heard a snap in his right knee and fell to the ground. he was taken to nnrh where he was diagnosed with a fracture and underwent surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18519,"while exiting skid loader, slipped on ice and fell, hit head on ground. was removing snow on road coming into the quarry.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18520,"employee was removing a belt rail from a set of belt structure. he slipped and fell, when he fell the belt rail struck him in the chin.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by... NEC -18521,employee broke through rotten wood truck deck and received laceration/contusion to right knee. stitches required to close wound.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18522,checking bearing clearances on a conveyor belt. he was climbing off the conveyor belt when he put his right leg on the floor with all of his weight & felt his right knee twist. he had surgery on 6/5/03 for a meniscal tear. it was determined on 7/10/03 that the underlying cause was work related vs. disease.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18523,"as he was starting down stairway, employee mis-stepped and fell down stairs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18524,"on friday evening, one of our nightshift employees was flagged down by a trespasser on our site who stated his friend had fallen while trying to climb down the highwall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18525,"ee was ascending the ladder to the grizzly feeder at the crusher. ee boots were muddy and ee lost footing on the rungs of the ladder and fell backwards about 5 feet to the floor below, landing on tail bone.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18526,"member was walking across section when he stepped in a hole and twisted his ankle. diagnosed june 28 2004 as a stress fracture, right tibia.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18527,"employee and co-worker were carrying tugger down stairs at crusher. employee had chains over shoulder and co-worker had tugger. co-worker dropped tugger, pulling employee to ground",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18528,"while examining the maintenance shop for day shift, ee stepped off a bank which caused his knee to twist. a mri was performed and found he has a torn meniscus.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18529,while working on kiln - ee was climbing up & down many steps. when he steped down he twisted his ankle. he was treated and taken off work for 1 day. there was nothing on the floor to cause this incident.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18530,"employee stepped off the shield toe onto uneven ground and twisted ee's left ankle. it did not involve any equipment or compliance issues. it also did not involve job skills, proficiency, training, ppe or protective devices.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18531,"employee was walking along the lw face. ee stepped down from the shield toes, onto the da relay bar. ee's foot slipped and ee fell, striking the side of ee's head against the base lift cylinder, causing a laceration to ee's right ear.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18532,"employee stepped off catwalk beside cone crusher onto the base of cone crusher, a no walk zone, lost ee's footing and fell 5 ft to the ground injuring ee's left shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18533,was looking into transmission compartmanet to watch linkage movement for mechanic turned & twisted back,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18534,"employee was assigned to wash the t541 haul truck. after letting the bed down, he was descending the boarding when his foot got caught in his raincoat and last rung of the boarding ladder, causing him to fall to the ground injuring his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18535,"the employee lost footing on the last rung of the ladder while dismounting dragline, and fell to the ground. recommendation: utilize a ridged mounted flat bar step in lieu of swinging chain and bar stock. re instruct employee in safely mounting and dismounting equipment utilizing the 3 point method.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18536,traveling through an access hole cut in a back-up check and foot caught on canvas. he fell and fractured his left fibula.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18537,case began as a first-aid only case on 05/25 and was modified to reportable injury on 07/07. laborer using a vice grip clamp attached to the liner to help guide the liner. the employee tugged on the liner and the clamp came loose. the employee lost their footing and fell backward on the slope. the employee braced themselves with their right hand and received a strain to the wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18538,lifting a five gallon bucket of oil. up into the back of the service truck lost footing. causing him to slip and twisted his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18539,"at approx 1:30 pm a supervisor noticed employee lying on his back on the ground next to the backhoe. he appeared to be in intense pain, complaining of pain in back and right leg, right arm. he fell dismounting the machine.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18540,ee had just finished installing new drive belts on feeder on 08ic01. he was sitting on a angle iron support frame handing tools to another employee when he slipped off the angle iron striking a frame support tubing with his left knee. employee was helped out and transported by the supt. to speaefish regional hospital where he was treated and released.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18541,"while walking along the beltline. entry injury stepped between two rocks and stumbled, in doing so he fell against the rib and accidently pulled rock from the rib when fell and struck him on the left ankle. he didn't report accident until 5/13/09 to his forearm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18542,"apparently at approx 1:00 am on november 5, 2006 employee was stepping down on a railcar to close the hatches; he had one foot on the ladder and one on the top of the car. when he put his weight on the foot placed on the top of the railcar, it gave way causing a severe sprain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18543,"after stepping down from loader truck, employee stepped in a rocky area causing him to sprain right foot and ankle, heal of foot also.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18544,twisted ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18545,braced himself against an empty barrell and lost balance when barrel moved. working at floor level.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18546,employee slipped getting off equipment and injured right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18547,"ee was replacing covers on a loading machine when they slipped and fell backwards and landed on a 5 gallon can, causing pain in their left lower back and left hip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18548,"employee was driving track vehicle when cargo load required adjustment. while adjusting cargo load employee slipped & fell forward landing in prone position on deck. due to incline position of vehicle, employee then rolled off deck & fell appx 5 feet & landed on spongy vegetated ground resulting in injury to left shoulder. employee was wearing all required ppe at time of event.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18549,"man was walking along low belt, slipped on a piece of belt laying on the bottom. first day off work was 4/30/10.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18550,loose gravel on wash out platform contributed to poor footing.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18551,"employee stated that while ee was releasing a brake on a railcar with a brake stick ee stepped into a hole, twisting their right knee. ee was taken to the emergency room where ee was given a splint and light duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18552,"ee was on back hoe of another operator trying toget door to the radiator area closed with two other drivers. operator thought everyone was clear& started to operate backhoe, causing injured to jump off. when he landed on the hard ground, he hurt his back, neck and knees.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18553,injured was walking along the motor pit track when he stepped on a water bottle and fell. injured struck his back on a corner of a tool box sitting near the track.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18554,"employee was working at the filter press loading and unloading presses. one press was being loaded when another started to blow down. he set the material he was loading down,s hut off the ot her press, and turned to the left, in doing so he heard and felt his left knee pop. he continued with daily tasks. left at the end of the shift. later that evenign his knee began to swell, h",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18555,ee attempted to dismount from back of pickup truck after eating lunch. he slipped and fell approx. three feet to ground. resulting injury was a fractured arm. the pickup was not running or mov ing at the time.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18556,"employee was dismounting truck to scan card at scale and slipped. he fell onto the catwalk, he stuck his right hand out to catch his fall and received a laceration to his right hand that required 5 sutures to close the wound.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18557,employee finished loading a shot and unrolled the lead in line when he stepped in a snow-covered hole. he lost his balance and fell on his right arm and shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18558,was washing out #3 feeder in #2 reclaim when a large chunk broke free & wedged between feeder belt & catwalk. catwalk raised & lost balance falling from platform. cause of injury material falling due to wet conditions. incident didn't involve any aspect of compliance with regulations/rules/ppe. miner proficiency may have been a factor. started missing 7/18/16.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -18559,ee slipped on loose coal & let roof bolter boom down on left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -18560,employee was carrying a bucket of hammers down the stairs from screen 4. he slipped and fell and landed on his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18561,employee was mounting front end loader when he lost grip with his right hand and fell to the ground,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18562,employee tripped on ladder base and fell landing on right knee cap. initially employee received medical only treatment but on 1/20/11 the employee received medical treatment and restrictions for a short period of time.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18563,"employee stepped on a partially covered inspection door and fell back hurting his left knee. employee incident occurred on 05/31/2012. first aid measures were administered. after further medical evaluation, treating physician put him on restricted duties on 06/28/2012.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18564,"bag busted on bagger, ee ran to cut off clay and he pulled a muscle in his right leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18565,turned around to move out of walkway and tripped. fell into mantrip deck onto motor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18566,a scaffold lug failed in the southeast quadrant of the vessel. this was caused by insufficient weld on the scaffold lug.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -18567,hanging mud flaps on the right rear of a 777h cat rock truck. slipped off a ladder jammed the heel of right foot in the ground felt a sharp pain go down the back of leg behind the right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18568,"the employee stated that as he was crossing the extendable tubing (baloney skin) attached to the back of the auxillary ventilation fan, he lost his balance and fell backwards onto the baloney skin. the force of the exhausting air caused him to jerk back up into the upright position. he later complained of back pain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18569,ee was loading block & tripped over busted block and fell landing on right shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18570,"ee was standing on scaffolding materail 8' up trying to wedge high crib. to reach the backside he stepped on the outside of the strucure, slipped & fell, landing on his back in about 6""of wat er.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18571,"as employee was moving to next shield, he stepped on the pontoon, slipped and twisted his lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18572,"the employee and witness were carrying a heater. the witness was carrying the front portion of the heater and the injured employee followed behind with the other portion. as the injured employee was walking down the steps from the preheater elevator to the kiln floor, he slipped. while falling the employee hooked his right arm around the handrail.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18573,"ee was descending the water truck with both hands free. ee stopped on the bumper step with both feet to relocate lunch box to the front bumper with left arm while maintaining 3 points of contact. ee slipped / fell 32"" to the ground landing on both feet in the catchers position. ee fell forward hitting right shoulder on the lower step support bracket.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18574,"employee was climing ladder onto equipment, slipped and fell to ground landing hard on left foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18575,"while washing out radiator on back of komatsu wa700 loader, employee fell from counterweight or ladder possibly striking the diesel pump on the way down.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18576,employee was walking to the promary crusher when he stepped down and his ankle popped.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18577,climbing onto rig and foot slipped resulting in a twisted knee,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18578,ee slipped on ice & fell. he tried to catch himsel;f and cut hisrt. hand on a sharp object.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18579,while exiting scoop the operator slipped and fell on elbow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18580,ee was stepping down from a trailer hitch on theservice vehicle when the lost his footing & twisted his knee when he hit the ground,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18581,"ee walked behind the continuous miner to check his centerline. while walking back to his position to load another sc, he tripped over the miners waterline and fell on his left knee. he finished his shift, and worked the remainder of the week, but his knee continued to bother him. went to his doctor 10-25-2010 and was diagnosed with a sprained meniscus, taken off work for a week.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18582,"while walking in plant area he slipped and fell to ground, hurting his left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18583,"the employee stepped down into a drainage ditch (between #3 and #4 smokestacks), slipped and twisted his right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18584,"the ie stepped over a 3/4"" hose and it caught his left foot causing him to trip and twisting his left knee",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -18585,an employee was injured while descending the stairs from the rotex deck at the dry plant. ee was maintaining three points of contact but lost ee's balance towards the bottom of the steps causing ee to tighten ee's grip on the handrail injuring ee's right shoulder. the employee was diagnosed with a dislocated shoulder. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18586,ee was operating a continuous miner and bent over to pull miner cable and water line out of roadway and lost his footing and fell backwards against rib.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18587,employee was crossing a run-through tailpiece. as he stepped down he stepped on a turnbuckle which caused him to fall. his boots were muddy.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18588,"ee had had previous trouble with his knee as he was walking up steps at the mine office, his left knee gave out causing him to almost fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18589,ee slipped while walking ground a belt head conveyor injuring his back. continued to work up until 7-24-00.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18590,"employee had clocked out at the end of his shift and was walking out leaving the plant. he stepped down off the side walk and on to the asphalt drive. he lost his balance and fell to the right knee. he went home, went to bed and when he awoke he went to his doctor. x-rays showed a fracture to the knee cap.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18591,"employee was doing maintenance work on the conveyor. when he stepped down, he fell to the ground and cut his face, requiring three stitches near his eye.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18592,employee apparently fell off hydroseeder while filling tank with water; he was given first aid by co-workers and then transported to carraway medical center. he had a head injury & cracked vertebrae.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18593,slipped in the mud loading the belt tools,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18594,citation 9534979 was issued during a part 50 audit with regard to this injury. the employee slipped and fell on ee's right shoulder as ee was trying to pull a curtain down that was hung over a pallet of concrete blocks. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18595,employee was climbing up the floatation bank ladder when his right foot slipped causing him to fall. his left knee landed on a protruding bolt.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18596,"a leaching employee lost his footing and hurt his ankle. the employee was helping push a 4"" pipe causing the him to roll his ankle. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18597,"while walking down the stairs at the k1 homo silo, ee stated that ee felt pain on the outside of left knee. on 09/27/2021 after self care failed, ee was seen at a clinic where ee was given restrictions and a knee brace. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18598,"employee was coming down 2nd flight of stairs approaching basement. he was carrying 3 buckets. two of the buckets were empty, but one contained some oil. he fell approx 5 steps landing with hi s right leg under him. this resulted in torn ligaments to the right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18599,employee was advancing a piece of roof mesh in 3 north right section and stepped on alump of coal rolling his right ankle. he began missing work due to the injury on 4/6/09.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18600,"employee was pulling rock with pry bar. when the rock came down he jumped back causing him to twist his knee. he started missing work on july 18, 2014 to have surgery to repair a torn acl.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18601,injured was carrying a bundle of wedges when he stepped into a hole twisting his ankle causing a sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18602,employee claims slipped walking down steps and injured back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18603,"employee was walking down a flight of stairs on the secondary plant when his right ankle rolled over when stepping from the bottom step to the landing, resulting in a sprained ankle. steps were dry and free of debris. no lost work days, restricted duty for two working days.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18604,while walking down stairs on k2 pht ee slipped on ice causing shoulder bruise requiring self care. on 3/8/2021 injury re-evaluated and put on restricted duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18605,employee was walking across the parking lot and slipped on ice spraining his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18606,he was shoveling snow out of truck bed. fell down in the truck bed.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18607,ee tripped and fell on ribs while stepping over a pipe.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18608,"employee was mounting excavator, when he put weight on his right leg his knee popped.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18609,a miner was climbing down a ladder when it shifted forward. the miner fell approximately 6 to 8 feet onto the bed of his pickup. it is possible that he briefly lost consciousness upon impact.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18610,"ee was attempting to remove an obstruction in the transfer bin to the conveyor. while doing this task, he entered the bin when he exited the bin he slipped and fell 10 ti 11 ft. to the grou nd below. this area had loose shot rock (10""minus) on the ground which helped inflict his injuries.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18611,"ee was loading fly boards onto scoop, slipped and fell, hurting lower back and tail bone.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18612,ee was walking out of cb2 tunnel when he slipped on ice.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18613,the landing area at the base of the steps was slick & plt mgr twisted his ankle,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18614,"miner was walking down the stairs of a tool trailer carrying tools. the first step of the stairs had been repaired with grating but when the miner stepped on the step the repair came loose causing the miner to lose footing. the miner dropped what ee was carrying and grabbed the railing with right hand. as ee caught self on the railing, ee's weight twisted right wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18615,"employee was descending the ladder, got to the third step and missed a step. he then slid down the rest of the ladder and hit the ground and rolled onto his belly, during this time he twisted/strained his back. he remained on his belly until ambulance personnel arrived and placed him on a backboard. he had been up and down the ladder several times that morning.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18616,a truck driver stepped out of his haul truck to take a sample at the scale. when stepping to the ground he twisted his right ankle spraining it and causing a hairline fracture to ankle bone.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18617,"employee was climbing out of a tri-axle dump truck cab, when he lost his footing on the tank step and fell backwards onto the ground, striking his head directly on the ground. employee sustained a lacaration to the head.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18618,coming down ladder and the ladder gave way. ',SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18619,contractor climbed to the engine compartment on the 966 to inspect for any remaining tools and lost their footing. they reached out with their right hand and grabbed the hose to the fire suppression system tank. the tank struck the victim in the head and they strained their arm grabbing the hose. the whole tank mounting bracket had been removed to service the engine. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18620,employee reported he was exiting the loader when he lost his grip on the right side of the ladder. he swung around backwards holding on with his left hand. his lower back hit the frame of the loader. injury is a lumbar strain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18621,"ee needed oil for loader-he stepped up into oil shed, had a misstep and kicked side of step twisting left knee which resulted in severe pain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18622,ee was stepping from boat to cat walk at boat landing when he missed the cat walk & fell onto cat walk bruising his side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18623,"due to cooler weather, plant having problems with belts, pulleys and material freezing up. conveyor belt started tracking hard to south side. ee was looking at tail pulley for material build up and slipped, twisting ee's ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18624,"employee was engaging in surface mining activity, servicing a rock crusher, allegedly fell off of concrete block, or rock crusher itself. no witness to incident, employee was found in a seizure state which may have been a contributing factor to incident.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18625,"the water tank was sitting on the edge of the pit bank. as the ee was closing the vlave on the bottom of the tank, the bank caled off, thus knocking the ee down the bank.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18626,employee was helping to put skirts on tailpiece. as he was getting off the belt his foot slipped and he fell to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18627,employee was walking up the access gate to enter the c-section of crushing and screening. he slipped on the ground at the access gate and caught himself by extending his left arm. the palm of left hand struck the ground and bent his wrist backward.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18628,employee tripped over the pavement lip in parking lot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18629,"ee reports that on one of the above days he slipped and twisted his back while walking alongside the 25 butt conveyor. although he sought medical care including chiropractic treatment, he did not report the injury until 7/16/02. this is reported as a questionable accident.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18630,ee was getting off dozer when he slipped and fell. the track on the dozer was wet. ee's ankle was severely sprained with torn ligaments.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18631,"while ee was exiting crusher booth ee fell (due to personal medical issue of low blood sugar/bp). ee fainted and does not recall the fall. ems was called and confirmed the low blood sugar/low bp at the time of the fall and additional ankle pain. ee refused further treatment that day and was cleared by doctor the next day for low blood sugar/bp, but was kept off work for ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18632,slipped ar base of stairs entering into #1 cooler basement catching himself with his left hand sprain to wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18633,ee was getting out of his truck in parking lot and he slipped on ice and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18634,employee stepped in a hole twisting left knee. employee was diagnosed with a lateral meniscal tear. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18635,employee stepped off of the long coal belt and rolled his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18636,injured stated he went to step out of trailer when he slipped and fell striking his ribs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18637,handrail had mud and water on it. handrail slipped out of worker's hands and hit him on the head.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18638,"employee reached over to open door of water truck his left foot slipped, his whole body flew into the door crushing his right hand. right ring finger had fractured bone.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18639,"he was coming out of mine at end of shift, getting off belt line, tripped, fell onto rollers and hit his knees.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18640,injured party had gotten off his shuttle car to go and check on something. while walking the injured party stepped on a piece of coal and lost his balance. he twisted his right knee at the tim e. *did not go to dr till 9/28/00.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18641,chemical room was being washed with water from hose. the floor was sanded but ramp was not. the right foot slipped on ice while the left foot was stable on the sanded floor. ee did the splits.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18642,"while carrying a hand-held hydraulic drill down the entry, ee stumbled and twisted ankle. he finished his shift.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18643,"while putting a car back on the track, ee stated he stepped on a small area of ice, causing him to slip. ee then stated he tripped over 2 crib blocks, causing him to fall to the ground. when ee went to the hospital, the doctor stated the ee suffered a sprain and suffered from degenerative conditions. ee started missing work on 4-15-2015.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18644,"injured was dismounting d-11r caterpillar dozer, stepped on stiff arm, slipped and fell, striking chin, left knee, left hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18645,"employee stated he was servicing a vehicle, turned to go down step missed step and strained back. ee started mising work on 11-19-04.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18646,the injured employee was in the process of setting bits in the lw shearer while spinning the cutting drum his foot slipped off causing pain in rt side from buttocks to calf. 1st day missed 4-26-05.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18647,operator of the 84 dozer slipped while dismounting dozer.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18648,maintenance employee slipped while moving replacement parts for truck slicer. no serious injury or medical attention needed. employee continued working scheduled shifts until 4/23/20 when ee sought medical attention. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18649,employee stepped backwards into a hole and strained his lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18650,"the belt was coming from the main crusher was jammed, he was standing on ramp trying to see what was jamming when the angle iron he was holding onto broke allowing him to fall approx 5 ft to g round.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18651,"stepped off of excavator track onto lose materials and pivoted. he then heard a pop and felt a pain like a needle in his right knee. then next morning, his knee was swollen.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18652,"laborer was fueling 988 loader and was climbing down the ladder. he missed the top step falling to the ground, hurting his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18653,injured was walking in #3 entry of k section from ram-car to continuous miner to help with cable handling during place move. the pavement in the area was covered in water and the injured stepped in a hole filled with water and twisted right knee injuring meniscus in knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18654,ee stepped backwards into a pot-hole.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18655,"employee working on step ladder, missed step while descending, causing him to fall aproximately 4-5 feet. received abrasion to the left leg below the knee. employee was taken to emergency room. debridement of skin at injury site, and application of dressing and bandages.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18656,employee was putting anti-freeze in a 980 h end loader. he slipped and fell approximately four feet to the ground. landing on his left leg which resulted in broken femur.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18657,"repairman ee was changing the oxygen cylinder at the stone plant torch cabinet located along the south loadout area. at approx. 930 am ee was moving the cylinder by hand towards the cabinet wh en he slipped on ice and fell down onto the icy ground. the capped cylinder fell along side ee and when he went down onto his right elbow, the cylinder weight caused a stronger force when str",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -18658,"ee was carrying rebar and slipped on the rebar mat he was walking on. ee fell forward. his out-stretched hands missed the rebar mat, resulting in his face striking the rebar mat. ee sustained a laceration to his bottom lip, required sutures and he also broke a tooth.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18659,employee had finished his shift and parked his haul truck; when employee reached bottom step which is fastened to the truck by cables it swung in and his foot got caught under fender guard causing employee to fall backwards to the ground. employee went to doctor who took x-rays and found three broken toes and a sprained ankle. employee was put out of work until further notice.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18660,employee was climbing down from a caterpillar d9r track dozer and slipped and fell on the push arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18661,the man was pulling a cable when he tripped and fell. when he fell he struck his back against his self rescuer.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18662,"upon exiting the lube truck, employee stepped in loose gravel causing ee to twist ee's right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18663,on 4/29/09 the employee reported that a knee injury on 4/12/09 would require surgery to repair knee damage.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18664,ee stepped off stairway after descending stair onto uneven floor and the left ankle rolled.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18665,"crew had completed belt move. was hanging tilt switch, stepped down from tailpiece, stepped on a rock and fell to the ground and sprained his ankle. worked next two days, went to doctor on 8/6/07, took off work until 8/13/07 and rtw at full duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18666,individual was advancing a rock dust hose along the belt line when he stepped into a hole and cracked his left fibula,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18667,"10/11/2016 employee dismounted the dozer and turned to take a step and felt left knee pop. employee kept working, but knee continued to bother employee off and on. employee opted for surgery and became a lost time 1/2/2017.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18668,"ee was pulling water hose. hose caught on something and pulled her off balance, causing her to fall on arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18669,service truck operator was getting out of his service truck and slipped and when he grabbed onto the truck to support himself he spread his fingers apart causing injury to his right hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18670,ee states that he was climbing the ladder on to the cat 777d haul truck. as he reached the fourth step he missed the handrail and fell back landing on his tail bone. he suffered a broken vertabrae in that area.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18671,"employee working with a second employee on a kiln trunnion when used a metal bar to roll the trunnion. when the trunnion moved or bar slipped causing the employee to lose balance. employee stepped forward to regain balance, but strained a muscle. employee treated at local clinic, placed on restrictions and returned to work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18672,"employee was climbing on to excavator, slipped on 2nd step from top and fell to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18673,employee stepped out of company truck and had discomfort in hip. employee delayed treatment until 9/11/14. employee became reportable on 9/22/14 when he received physical therapy.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18674,shutting door on the loader while getting out. lost balance and fell to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18675,"climbing down ladder on cat 771d (eqp #313), slipped and banged up knee on the steel ladder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -18676,employee lost footing on stairs while assisting moving a two drawer file cabinet. employee fell 3 feet cutting left pinky finger and hitting right cheek on structure.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18677,"injured employee was walking down tunnel walkway carrying his bucket of tools. he slipped on wet walkway, causing dislocation to his right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18678,the employee was walking across the section when he slipped on wet and muddy floor. he caught himself on the rib. he felt pain in his back. he worked until 6/27/08 when he left for vacation. he did not return from vacation due to his injury. his first missed day was 7/7/07.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18679,"ee was carrying a small transmission box, weighing approx 20# down the steps. he misjudged the last step and fell. at the end of his shift, he requested to see a doctor, that his ankle was hurting.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18680,ee was walking belt line when he slipped & fell straining his groin muscle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18681,employee slipped on chain ladder and bruised ribs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18682,employee was cutting a track pad bolt. pad broke loose striking employee and making him fall to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18683,"ee was walking toward the face in the #4 belt entry. 40 ft, inby the section feeder, when he slipped and fell, fracturing his right leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18684,ee was fueling his cat 980 loader. ee was stepping down to get off of his loader when he missed the last step and fell to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18685,while walking down stairs operator twisted his left ankle falling forward down to the next step.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18686,"employee was working on es4 separator, while putting board into seperator his left knee buckled under. he was seen by a doctor on april 30 and placed on restrictions. injury type is unknown at this time, pending further medical tests.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18687,"ee slipped on ice, fell and hit head on a 2x4, lacerating his scalp.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18688,"the employee stated that he was walking around the metal storage rack behind warehouse when he tripped on a metal band on a skid. he fell striking his left elbow on the ground. at the time of incident power was out on the surface so there was no lighting. this incident became a reportable, when he had surgery on his elbow on 1/16/09.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18689,crack opened up unexpectantly and employee lost his balance and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18690,"ee was climbing down the ladder on the 992c tractor. he slipped down the ladder 3 ft to the ground, reaggrevating back strain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18691,"exiting electric shovel dipper after performing welding repairs, his foot slipped off of dipper tooth rolling right foot over.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18692,while putting stakes in for power poles he stepped on what he thought was crushed rock. it broke thru some snow and ice and twisted his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18693,"member was standing on shuttle car cable. another c0-worker started up shuttle car, and doing so the shuttle car took up cable slack causing him to loose balance and fall on his cap light battery breaking one rib.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18694,"after pumping fuel, employee slipped off platform near cab door, falling approximately 2' and landed on the dozer tracks hitting his right arm on the grab handle and exterior wall of the cab.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18695,in response to part 50 audit 2-5-14. leach pad operator slipped while carrying tool box down slope.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18696,"job was rained out. employee was cleaning up site to leave when he stepped on 3/4"" conduit and fell. his (r) elbow struck concrete foundation jamming his (r) shoulder. employee was taken off work by dr. on 8/7/06 and has not returned.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18697,"while standing on the track of the backhoe fueling, ee's hand slipped and he fell off the track, striking the backhoe bucket.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18698,fell off dozer while opening door.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18699,"the ee was climbing down a ladder and slipped and fell, catching his left leg on one of the rungs of the ladder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18700,employee was standing on a set of forks that they were going to install on a fork lift when the forks tilted and threw him off.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18701,ee slipped on step to control room that was wet from rain. physician prescribed limited use of knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18702,"while walking around loader during pre-trip inspection, employee slipped on ice.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18703,after the shift employee had exited the scale house and fell down stairs while walking to ee's car ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18704,"employee reported this injury at least one month late, continued to work. mentioned headaches, co. immed. scheduled dr. apt. he fell 8 ft off ladder, in mid/late january. descending a ladder, bottom slipped, fell to the floor. got up, said he was fine, continued working. four witnesses.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18705,"ee was closing tops of rr cars. he was connected to the fall protection system. after stepping onto the crossover deck of the last car, he turned to unhook his lanyard and stepped off the cros sover deck. laceration 7 stitches-no restrictions.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18706,ee was jumping down from the tracks on the crane. felt something wrong in is knee when he landed on the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18707,"contractor was moving pipe and fell, causing the pipe to land on left ring finger. ee finger required sutures.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18708,operator was climbing up dozer to enter the cab when ee lost ee's footing and slipped on the step causing ee to fall and hit ee's mouth on the handrail. operator chipped ee's front tooth on the handrail. steps were wet from the rain the previous night.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18709,"the ventilation doors outside, ee, a contracted security guard, slipped on the tracks and fell, striking her right wrist against the opposite track.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18710,employee went to see company doctor on 06/14/2004 and was released on restricted duty. employee was climbing up ladder of loader and slipped twisting his ankle and fracturing his r-heel.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18711,employee slipped striking face on the handrail causing injuries. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18712,employee was climbing down a ladder and his left foot slipped. he fell & twisted his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18713,"while opening a drawer in a tool box mounted on the catwalk, employee stepped backward and put foot under guard rail. he fell against the handrail striking his back and ribs, fracturing a rib.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18714,"ee was staneing by his saw when he slipped and fell, spraining his left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18715,"miner was preparing to service his undercutter. he removed himself from his cab and walked about 5 steps behind his cutter. he stepped on a rock, this caused him to lose his balance. he tried to catch himself with his left arm. the weight of his body caused a strain on his left shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18716,"became reportable on 11-14-00 when ee began missing work as a result of this incident. ee slipped & fell off of a conveyor belt structure, a distance of 4' causing pain to his rt. knee which w as later diagnosed as a torn cartilage. (#4 belt tail area).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18717,employee was carrying a barrel for a pump when he tripped on a clamp for a pipe and the barrel smashed the little finger on his left hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18718,"employee was on top of the mule ""neatening up"" the mule cable. when ee finished, ee jumped off the mule and landed awkwardly on the mine floor, injuring ee's right leg, just above the ankle. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18719,"the outside concrete floor had a thin layer of raw dust on it. a recent rain caused the floor to become slick. as the ee walked across the floor he slipped on a wet spot and fell, dislocating his right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18720,"the injured employee was working on a haul truck pm in the pm bay. ee tripped over the oil hose that was pulled out to fill the engine. ee fell to the concrete floor, landing on right side causing injury to wrist. ee was taken to the er and diagnosed with a fractured wrist. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18721,a rock was lodged in the crusher. a chain was put on rock to pull it out. loader operator asked injured if all chains were on. he replied 2 chains were in loader bucket. loder operator didn't know injured had climbed into bucket. he lifted loader bucket appx 8 feet and began to dump chains out. injured fell out of bucket landing on feet & falling down. chipped heel bone.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18722,it had been snowing for about 4 hr and things were slick. we had the ee cleaning off one of the ramps that went into the super sack room and he slipped and landed on his tailbone. his boots ha d smooth leather soles. this played into the slip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18723,ee went to see co. dr. 8/8/01 & placed on restricted duty. stepping from workboat onto floating conveyor ee stumbled & struck his l knee againstan object which caused a contusion,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18724,"miner was exiting water truck at end of shift, he slipped and fell, injuring his knees and wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18725,employee jumped from boat to dock and felt pain in his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18726,employee just completed cleaning wash plant and was descending the steps when he slipped. as he slipped he strained his right wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18727,"employee was pulling on hydraulic hoses, to clear them out of the way just outby a recent roof fall area in preparation of recovering the fall & equipment involved. the employee tripped backwa rds & twisted his leg under him & struck shoulder on a puller chain. resulted in fractured lower leg & shoulder dislocation.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18728,employee was doing routine crusher maintenance when he noticed a bolt was loose on the underside of the crusher. as he was walking to tighten the bolt he was looking up and tripped over a frozen clump of mud.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18729,"ee was unloading bag dust from one scoop to another and his right knee twisted causing pain. later in the shift he exited the scoop. while walking around the batteries, his foot got stuck between the side of the batteries and a rock that caused his knee to turn and pop. he sought medical attention and was diagnosed with a sprain/strain. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -18730,ee was replacing idlers on #7 conveyor and he alleges that he strained his back while lifting an idler and slipping in mud. he went to hospital on 3-4-00 with pain in lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion in lifting objects -18731,ee had finished a belt splice & was carrying an aluminum belt clamp back to the mantrip when he stepped in a hole & sprained his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18732,"it was a nic day and accident was performed when ee jumped off drill, lost his footing and fell back against the drill step.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18733,"the worker was servicing the rubber tire dozer at the central crusher stockpile. upon finishing the task, the worker returned to the lube truck cab by placing both feet on the access step hold ing the upright grab iron with his right hand while reaching for the truck door handle with his left hand. his feet slipped & he fell approx. 3'to the ground striking his left side.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18734,"employee was descending down a stairwell when ee felt a ""pop"" in ee's left knee along with a dull pain on the side of ee's knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18735,"while installing top belt structure, ee stated his feet slipped and he fell causing pain in backand right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18736,shipping operator reported knee gave out while climbing down silo 23 gantry stairs after moving a truck from silo farm. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18737,"employee was changing a ripper tooth on 9231 d11. used a 2-wheel cart, with the bottom lip of the cart used to pry up the bottom of the tooth to aid in alignment. once aligned, a hammmer was used to drive the locking pin into place. when the pin set, the cart slid out, causing employee to lose balance & fall back, striking head against truck. stitches were required.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18738,"ee slipped on ice on hoist slope, picking up roller. ee started missing work on 1-9-01.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18739,"while attempting to lower the headroller structure, the belt chain that was used to hang the come-a-long to the monkey face broke and the ee lost his balance and fell against the stucture of the headroller frame.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18740,employee lost balance in the mud stepping off the ladder of a articulated haul truck and strained right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18741,employee was changing rubber screen cloth at the wash plant screen. as one new screen panel was placed on the upper deck it begin to slide into the discharge chute. employee was standing on the upper deck of the screen and reached for the screen panel as it fell. the weight of the falling panel pulled him into the discharge chute as it fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18742,the employee states that he was climbing off of a bulldozer track when he tripped and struck his knee on the ground. this did not become a medical incident until 3-16-02.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18743,"employee reported: operating roof bolter in face area, stepped on damp piece of draw rock and slipped. when he slipped, twisted his left knee. reported to his foreman pain to the knee on date of injury. started missing scheduled work days on 9/12/2007. became a reportable injury on that date.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18744,employee slipped while stepping down off a cat 330 excavator and fell against a pickup truck parked next to the machine. he was diagnosed with a cracked rib and placed on restricted duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18745,"replacing a flexible conduit on #3 kiln varible speed drive. ee was standing on motor and edge of tank base. the base had oil and was a bit icy. he went to move and slipped, he pushed himself away fromt he tank and landed ont he ground 3.5 feet below. he landed on his ankle. he stretched a tendon in the top of his foot. x ray was negative.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18746,"ee was climbing of a loader and stepped on a rock, causing pain in his back",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18747,"employee was walking on a catwalk when they slipped and grabbed onto the handrail for support. in doing so, a pain was felt in the shoulder. injured went to doctor on 10/7/21 and was taken off work. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18748,ee was climbing ladder to truck and strained back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18749,"whle exiting bobcat with forklift approach on, he slipped on tire & put left arm out to catch himself from falling. note: ee did not reprt that he recd med treatment until 7/13/00",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18750,ee fell off canica crusher while stepping over handrail,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18751,trying to get water out of air line by opening a ball valve. when he opened the valve the pipe struck him in the chest causing him to fall. he received a severe contusion on his left shin resulting in a hematoma.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18752,employee was rock dusting a beltline. ee stumbled on uneven ground and twisted right ankle. it resulted in a hairline fracture of the tibia.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18753,"employee was starting equipment prior to other employees running the equipment. ee had started a d11 dozer and when ee stepped off the platform onto the track, ee's foot slipped off the wet track causing left ankle to roll to the side causing a severe strain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18754,employee was exiting a roof bolting machine when employee tripped and fell on employee's hand dislocating employee's left pinky finger. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18755,"employee was working in fire room of assay lab when she experienced an apparent seizure and fell striking her head and causing a 1"" laceration which required one suture to close.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18756,the injured employee was spreading rock dust from the scoop bucket (to inprove traction) when he slipped and fell striking his right knee and right elbow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18757,employee was replacing guard on belt when his foot slipped causing his hand to strike guard and angle iron.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18758,"walking, slipped and fell, hurting knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18759,ee was walking from the backhoe to the loader and slipped and fell on the ice. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18760,"employee was climbing the ladder on a rtd, his foot slipped and he fell to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18761,miner was dismounting a 988k loader and missed the last step fell backwards and cut their head.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18762,"crushing operations shut down due to rain, maintenance was being performed on the crusher. ee was stepping from ladder onto the catwalk. the catwalk bounced approximately 1"", and was slick due to the rain causing the ee to roll ankle and fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18763,ee tripped over secured hole cover and fell to same level hitting right side of rib/chest on concrete curbing. ee completed shift and treated next day. diagnosed w/ severe contusion of lower r ibs and removed from work by treating physician.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18764,the top step of the second level going down had accumulation of ice on the right hand side where water had been dripping. employee was using handrail when his feet slipped out from under him. employee is off starting 7/10/14 for pre-admission testing and will be having surgery on 7/11/14.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18765,worker walked away from her work station in the dark during a power outage and tripped over a pallet lying on the floor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18766,the employee was dropping monorail in the headgate of the longwall. as he let the monorail down it swung forward. as the monorail swung back it struck the ladder the employee was standing on and knocked it out from under him. he landed on his back on some rocks. msha lost time accident 04-04-07.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18767,employee was ascending the stairs on a hauler and slipped on the second step falling forward. he caught himself with his right hand on the hand rail and sustained a strained shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18768,"employee was on top of the pla removed cloth & walked backwards tripped on a head metal brackets & fell backwards into the gap left from removed plates. employee fell aprox 6 feet & restrained by ee's fall restraint system from contacting floor. medical treatment not initially sought. on 4.20.18, employee requested & rec'd medical ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18769,"upon stepping onto rear step of 2004 gmc powder monkey, employee placed his right hand on the provided handrail. while reaching with his left hand for the hand hold, employee lost his balance and fell back onto his shoulder",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18770,employee was installing a beam app 20' off of the floor below and failed to tie off his lanyard and fell app 20'.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18771,"ee was walking beside rail road track, checking in rail cars that had come in the previous night. while walking on rail road gravel, ee twisted ankle, falling to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18772,"party was climbing down his haul truck. when he got to the last step to step down, his foot got caught causing him to fall backward on the ground with his foot still caught.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -18773,the employee slipped on muddy ground while marking drill holes. resulting in the employee falling and injuring his neck and both shoulders.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18774,"loading a shot, stepped back, heard a pop in left leg",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18775,under investigation (employee jumped from ladder),SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18776,while attempting to extinguish a fire around the hitch area of a 330m komatsu belly dump truck the employee slipped and fell on the rear deck causing a laceration to his left shin which requir ed 3 stitches. the fire was extinguished on the truck within 10 minutes of discovery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18777,employee was changing motor on clarifier pump when employee stepped up onto motor base,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18778,employee fell backwards and braced self to stop fall. felt pain in abdomen. med exam diagnosed with hernia on right side and undetermined muscle injury on left side. referred for surgical eval. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18779,"the employee was looking over the edge of an area of overcast construction when ee fell and fractured a bone in hand. this fracture was discovered on a follow up visit on 6-8-16, the employee continued to work until 6-14-16. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18780,employee alledges as he was walking he slipped and fell possibly straining his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18781,walking on the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18782,"employee stated that he was cleaning on the bottom floor of the plant at the b side 1/2 by 0 pump. there is a side ditch beside the b side 1/2 by 0 sump, and the grating was removed for clean ing purposes. he forgot that the grating had been removed and stepped into the ditch, hurting his lower back when he fell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall on save level, NEC" -18783,ee was removing dow screw from kiln floor. waled around screw to rehook and screw moved to the south and knocked him off kiln 2 floor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18784,"employee was standing on left track of 475 dozer, preparing to remove motor cover when he fell fracturing a bone in his shoulder area.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18785,"walking out on shop apron step on frozen mud. his knee shifted and while lifting his other leg, placed upper body weight on left knee. felt a pain in the knee joint and visited a doctor. the incident happened on february 5, 2010 however had surgery done on march 2, 2010 and started the miss day from schedule.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18786,jumped off mine office porch to try to prevent forklift from backing into vehicle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18787,"while dismounting truck, the operator slipped on top step loosing footing and fell to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18788,"while the member was carrying roof bolts from the middle of the machine toward the front tray of the bolter, he stepped in mud and tripped. the roof bolts he was carrying hit the rib keeping him from falling causing a strain to the middle portion of his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18789,ee was walking to the office when ee slipped and landed on right heel of hand. doctor provided splint and implemented work restrictions as treatment. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18790,employee stated that he was having a pain in his left shoulder after catching himself when he stumbled. he has had numerous shoulder surgeries and an mri shows a mild metallic artifact within the greater tuberosity from prior surgeries. he did not lose time until 03/15/2012 due to surgery.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18791,employee was patching a hole in a water pipe. he stepped across/stood over pipe to weld patch in pipe; right foot slipped and twisted right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18792,"standing on pipe wrench to loosen bolt, slipped and fell off balance and jamming shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18793,trying to put a rail bolt into a shaker when he slipped on some ice and his foot went between the floor and shaker.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -18794,he was moving a straw bale & tripped over a rock.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18795,employee was walking to shuttle car when twisted knee in a rut. employee worked till 10/28/2016 when employee was taken off work. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18796,employee lost footing on wet stairs grabbed hand rails to keep from falling causing strain to lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18797,"while walking from parking lot to bath house upon arriving to work individual stepped down off of a 16 inch concrete ledge into loose gravel, slipping and then falling twisting his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18798,employee slipped on step and twisted left ankle,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18799,"the employee was operating a front end loader and as he descended the ladder, he encountered a sharp pain in his right knee as he stepped to the ground. medical attention on 12/27/04.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18800,ee stated he was walking down a ramp when he slipped on some loosely ground material and fell to his knee. he received 6 sutures. ee admitted he has a bad hip and is awaiting hip replacement.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18801,"while moving a belt reclaim tool from a scoop bucket, employee slipped and fell on the slick surface of the bucket. during his fall, the metal tool landed on his right thumb. this mashed his thumb. he received stitches and fracture of the right thumb.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -18802,the employee stated that ee was getting off of the drill and somehow ee's foot got caught on the drill causing ee to twist right knee. the employee worked the rest of the shift without reporting the accident. the employee didn't show up for work the next day. then two days later the employee said that ee had went to the er.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18803,employee was getting off the dozer when his foot slipped causing him to fall. he caught himself with his hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18804,employee was walking down the stairs on the plant when ee lost ee's balance and fell. the fall resulted in a broken rib and dislocated shoulder. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18805,supervisor was walking to ee's office when ee slipped and fell backward landing on ee's right upper back. seen at gulf coast occ med and returned to work after negative x-ray. reported change in symptoms on 1/29/2018 and was seen by ortho dr. on 1/30/2018 and given restrictions and medications.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18806,employee was standing on a bar trying to close a slide on a railcar and he slipped causing pain to his left lower leg. the doctor placed restrictions on him that could not be met so he began missing time from work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18807,ee slipped & fell into a 2ft pile of lime face first,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -18808,ee slipped on a rock and sprained his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18809,"employee was washing area with hose, stepped on pant leg causing employee to stumble into a hand rail.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18810,hvac contractor was applying caulk to the outer exhaust fan shield from a ladder. the ladder went out from under ee and his right index finger caught the sheet metal flashing around the fan shield. first aid was applied at the sign in room and his fellow employee drove ee to the hospital where he received ten stitches and a referral to a hand physician.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18811,stepped off the forklift ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18812,"employee stated that he was attempting to hang the high voltage cable during a power move as the power center was being pulled up into place. the cm waterline that was tied to the power center tripped him and he fell, this is when he felt a pain in the upper middle part of his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18813,employee fell from work level to level below,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -18814,"employee was helping to move a band saw when it tilted. the employee fell in attempt to get out of the way, landing on ee's left elbow and shoulder. ee did not seek treatment at the time. ee sought treatment on 7/10/19 and was sent for therapy. company official who reports was notified 7/31/19.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18815,employee was getting off his service truck when he slipped and felt something pop in his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18816,ee was climbing a rail car ladder and fell from the top of the ladder. he fell 10-12 ft and landed on his heels first and then his back. he thengot up and walked about 100 ft to the shop area for help.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18817,"ee stated: picked up wooden timber, turned to walk, foot slipped on loose draw rock, experienced pain to lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18818,"employee was trying to shove the forks together on a forklift when his feet slipped out from under him, landing him on his left side on the concrete floor, hurting multiple parts on left side. employee went to the doctor on 2/2/2012.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18819,employee hopped off an 8inch i-beam onto the floor hurt right knee,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18820,"ee was pulling a 6 foot rolling stand, ee fell and stand fell onto low abdomen. has pain to tailbone.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -18821,"fell off platform; might have blacked out, and without safety chain, fell from platform to next deck. took high blood pressure pill 30 minutes before accident on empty stomach.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -18822,ee was wearing anti-slip cleats and walking on mineview drill pattern when they slipped on ice falling on their back and leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18823,"ee was walking around the corner of quarry shop. he did not see the tongue of the welder and tripped over it, causing him to fall on his shoulder. the light in this area was defective and has since been repaired.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18824,a mechanic was performing maintenance on a caterpillar 930g loader in the shop. when was ascending the ladder to the cab he heard and felt a pop behind his left knee when he was on the last rung. employee worked full duty until surgery was performed on 02/12/15.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18825,ee stepped down 2 feet to lower level at reclaimer and felt a sharp pain in back. ee was taken to clinic and received medications for pain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18826,"after completing janitorial duties, contractor white glove pro cleaning svcs ee locked the doorto the admin bld. she turned quickly, stubbed her toe & fell to the ground on her right side. fi rst aid was given until ambulance arrived. she was transported to hospital for tests; she sustained 2 fractured ribs & fractured sternum. treatment consisted of medication only.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18827,employee slipped/fell on ice that was under snow on the ground causing employee to twist lt. ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18828,ee injured his leg while seeding a hillside adjacent to the willis mt. quarry area. his leg was twisted and /or a muslce was strained while walking along the hillside. as described by ee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18829,"walking up stairs from k-3 preheater, leading to blending bin by-pass belt. as he went up the stairs, he twisted his left knee. originally filed as 1st aid only with no medical treatment.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18830,haul truck operator states they went to grab their bag from passengers side of haul truck when they hurt their knee. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18831,employee twisted her ankle when stepping off the walkway in front of winch drum of gulf 1 dredge.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18832,"employee was coming down from a ladder and missed the last step. when they stepped down to the ground, they rolled their ankle slightly. employee stated that they did not think it was an issue and filed a report when they could not put much weight on it the next day.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18833,employee was operating front end loader. he had just finished loading a coal truck and was handing transport ticket to driver. he lost his footing and fell off of front end loader twisting his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18834,slipped or fell into discharge chute hitting right knee on edge of stainless discharge chute.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18835,the ee was standing on a step ladder welding on a piece of pipe with one foot on the ladder and one on a piece of pipe. the pipe he stepped on with one foot broke causing him to lose his balan ce and fall off the ladder a distance of about 4feet,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18836,"employee slipped and fell from blasting rig, injuring his ankle and tail bone.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18837,injured was walking along #2 main belt conveyor when he stepped on uneven mine floor causing him to fall on left knee. this did not become lta until 6-1-06.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18838,"ee over tread his right ankle by partially stepping on a 2"" edge that he didn't see.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18839,"while examining the main north return, the ee lost his footing on the overcast stairs causing him to twist his left foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18840,miner injury was attempting to move a water pump discharge hose and lost his grip on the hose and fell backwards and cut his elbow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18841,"employee was in the process of assembling a hydraulic dipper together in the dipper shop. while walking around bowl the employee stated they slipped on a 1"" x 1"" piece of metal with left foot. after slipping, the employee caught themselves with right leg straining hip. incident was not reported until 7/21. restrictions not given until 7/25.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18842,employee states while descending stairs in the #2 feeder room he twisted his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18843,"ie stated that ee was examining the belt line. ie slipped and began to fall forward. when ee tried to catch self from falling forward, ee grabbed the belt chain with ee's right hand and hog panel with ee's left hand and then felt pain in both shoulders. the ie had surgery on 5/15/2020 making this reportable.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18844,ee stepped in a hole while dragging a tube and twisted back and groin. diagnosed as a strain/sprain. the injured began missing on 1/13/05.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18845,"an employee was walking through a level cemented area and stepped in some water causing ee to slip and fall backwards, hitting their elbow causing it to swell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18846,"crane operator was stepping across space between barges onto crane barge access platform when he reportedly slipped, fell on stairs and strained back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18847,"stepping out of dump truck, started to fall, grabbed door handle/rail to stop fall, felt something in left shoulder ""pop"", let go of handle/rail and fell to the ground, resulting in severe pain in left shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18848,"walking through center walkway of aro twin boom walk through roof bolter after retrieving bundle of roof plates from rear of machine. he stepped on roof bolts lying in the walkway, causing him to stumble, slip & fall. coworker had placed 4 roof bolts on walkway. coworker stated that ee had hydraulic oil on his shoes because they had repaired oil leak prior to starting bolting.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18849,"employee was walking when he stumbled on a rock and fell. he grabbed for the bumper on a truck and caught his right arm. as he fell with his right arm on the bumper, it caused him to dislocate his right shoulder. reopened see dcn# 220101200018.ee is out having surgery.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18850,"the employee was in the process of loading a railcar, he had just finished loading on end of the car. he was in the process of changing loading ends,he went to retrieve the safety lanyard on the southeast end of the car. lost his balance and fell to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18851,ee was stepping off of walkway on to top of railcar when he twisted his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18852,"ee was standing on wooden work platform 4"" thick. he stepped off to retrieve a ""bad bag"" and caught the toe of his boot on the edge of the platform. he fell to the ground and struck his right knee on the concrete floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -18853,"ee states he tripped & fell on grating causing cut to knee, shin, & hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18854,"employee reported to line-out meeting at beginning of the shift and was attending a safety presentation that was to be 1 1/2 hours in duration. 30 minutes into the training, the employee was not feeling well and was going to go get some fresh air. the employee stood up and fainted and dropped to the floor. this resulted in a non-displaced hairline fracture of upper jaw.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18855,employee stepped off a loader and felt pain in his right knee. he was not evaluated by a doctor until 07/08/2015 when he was prescribed physical therapy for the knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18856,as he was walking by the crusher he slipped on the mud and his ankle twisted. he felt two very painfull pops on his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18857,"ee was getting out of loader when he slipped and fell to the ground, fall around 5'8"".",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18858,"employee was carrying tools down ramp at f-1 tail. employee stepped in a rut and fell, twisting right ankle. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18859,"employee was checking the oil on the track hoe that he was operating. his foot slipped and he fell against the track, fracturing two ribs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18860,slipped off wet conveyor onto spike.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18861,empl climbing down fixed ladder of f/end loader. pain in r knee as knee flexed backwards during climb down steps,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18862,ee was changing screens as he was walking backwards. the access door was open. he fell through.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18863,"walking to mechanic tool and parts sled and stepped on roof bolting module, he slipped and twisted his right ankle, victim continued to work on his normal job until 3-28-02 at which time he be gan losing time. originally first aid, ee began losing time march 28, 2002.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18864,"employee was moving miner cable out of shuttle car, picked up cable to place it against the rib, stumbled and fell backwards landing on buttocks.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18865,employee slipped on a stair and hit his elbow requiring sutures.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18866,employee was repairing the wall on a chute when ee's foot slipped and ee twisted the right ankle. ee received a steroid anti-inflammatory shot on 04/15/2021. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18867,"injured was hanging miner cable out of an equipment bucket. cable caused him to fall, landing on his scsr (belt worn).",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18868,ee stepped out from house of 149 shovel onto walkway and turned ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18869,"employee adding temporary sump pump to pump water out of coal silo mcc room. he was standing on pallet to avoid standing in water, slipped off pallet and strained his right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18870,"employee slipped on a grease rag on floor, and fell out of shop. landed on his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18871,while pressure washing truck ee tripped over hose & fell reached out to break fall with left hand & grabbed or touched hot muffler on pressure washer,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Contact with hot objects or substances -18872,"injured was found int he #5 entry on the 002 section in the last open x-cut intersection. he was unconsious. emt and crew adminstered first aid and transported to surface. when he regained consciousness, he stated that passed out, falling to the mine floor and hurt his shoulder. it turnes out that he had a reaction to medication.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18873,while attempting to dismount his mack-600 service truck ee twisted his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18874,"employee stated that he dismounted the rbm to man the drill station and as he stepped forward he tripped on a rock. as he fell, he extended his left arm and his hand struck the drill pot. medical received 05/09/2014 states a fracture to the base of the fifth finger.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18875,walked on tracks in snow-fell-ground was snow covered.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18876,"he was stepping down out of the refuse truck and his lower back started hurting, he finished the shift.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18877,"removing rock from a catwalk, slipped on a rock & fell on knee & skinned leg resulting in a bruised knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18878,ventilation - ee was working in the #6 head on the mine section of the coal that was being mined. he was standing on a ladder when the leg of the ladder gave way. he fell off and hit the ground on his left side (sprained/bruised elbow).,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18879,injured stepped down 2' onto a platform while working on the #680 f.e. loader and felt a sharp pain in his right knee. became lost time on 7-12-00.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18880,"ee was drilling a face round with a jack-leg machine. when ee finished drilling a blast hole in the burn, he started pulling the drill steel out of the hole and the steel puller bounced up allowing the drill steel to come out of the drill causing ee to lose his balance and he fell backwards on his shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18881,shoveling along the slope belt when he allegedly lost his footing and fell to the mine floor,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18882,"ee was helping another ee remo9ve a drill (300 lbs.) from the slope skip onto the landing platform. while doing this his right foot slipped off a single step on the platform, causing him to fa ll, twisting his knee and hitting his shoulder on a bench located on the platform.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18883,employee alleges he was laying out holes and slipped on the ice.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18884,the man was drying the low belt structure with a pry bar. the pry bar slipped and the ee fell on to the belt.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18885,ee was unloading supplies and carrying a bundle of roof bolts. ee stepped in a hole injuring his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18886,"employee was sitting on the bumper of the mechanic's truck, stood up to take a step and his right knee gave out.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18887,the employee was exiting bulk truck when right foot slipped off the step causing a strain to right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18888,ie was carrying buckets of broken concrete down the stairs and slipped/twisted ee's knee. the stair case the ie was carrying the broken up concrete was near the top of the plant. ie was diagnosed with a torn meniscus. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18889,employee was stepping out of a carried mounted on a tractor. he caught his right foot on a clevis that was left on the hitch. he fell twisting his right foot resulting in a sprained ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18890,"ee was walking down road to his work station. it had nowed that night. we were in the process of scraping roads & putting down ic melt. ee slipped & twisted muscle in lower back, right side. e e was taken to dr. the dr. placed ee on light duty the rest of the week. he was also sent to physical therapy.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18891,"working on roof above burner floor, removing coal dust, the roof collapsed & ee fell approx. 45'suffering only cuts and bruises.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18892,"employee was doing routine work on the oil change service ramp. after cleaning the area, he proceeded to service one of the company vehicles, during which he slipped and fell through the service ramp opening (4 ft. high), to the ground and injured himself above the right eyebrow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18893,employee was pulling a powder truck forward to load the next hole. when he was getting out of the truck he stepped on a rock and twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18894,"employee fell through an open hole in the mg set walkway on 011 dragline. deck plate was removed to work on tugger brake. no power to dragline at the time of the accident. he injured his left ankle, left hip. and left shin.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18895,"ee was exiting the mechanic truck bed, when his foot slipped, causing him to strike his mouth on a hydraulic hose.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18896,"in the rain, employee was putting hyd oil in a d-11-r dozer when he slipped on the dozer's tracks causing him to twist his ankle. he completed the remaining 15 minutes of his shift. later that day employee went to the doctor and x-ray revealed a chipped bone in left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18897,employee was walking near river bank feeling with foot to determine edge of bank. once employee felt employee located it employee knelt down to feel with hand the ground gave way and employee fell about 10 feet.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18898,the employee was moving supplies and injured his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18899,employee was attempting to turn a valve when his right leg slipped causing the injury to his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18900,"employee was directing a scoop when ee slipped and fell, striking ee's left forearm on a crib. compliance with rules/regs, ppe, mining equip/systems not a factor. miner proficiency may be a factor. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18901,"climbing off of loader, he slipped on bottom step and hit elbow on step above.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18902,"ee slid down 2"" hose while exiting out of sinking bucket. hose slid through the tugger cable it was attached to. ee slid apprx 6' and hit shaft bottom twisting left ankle. doctor returned ee t o full duty on 2/16/02. doctor ordered restricted duty on 2/25/02.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18903,"employee was carrying a roll of pallet banding material on his shoulder when he slipped on snow & ice covering the ground. as he fell forward he placed both hands in front of his body to break the fall, at which time the roll of banding came off his shoulder landing on his rt. hand & thumb.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -18904,"victim was repairing plant, changing speed reducer. lost balance & grabbed speed reducer, which was in unbolted condition. fell from height of 2-3', pulling speed reducer onto self. victim had cuts on face, lost 1 tooth, bruises to shoulder. received stitches on face & assigned physical therapy for shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -18905,ee climbed into the front end loader to start and warm it. the keys were not in the loader so he climbed out to get them. a hydraulic leak in the cab from the control console had saturated the floor and with oil on his shoes he slipped while descending the steps and pulled his lower right calf muscle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18906,"ee was carrying a cannister of afex powder used for fire suppression on the surface front end loaders. he had the canister on his left shoulder carrying it around the loader to access side. em ployee tripped over a parts box on the floor, as he came around the loader. the canister landed on his left hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by... NEC -18907,employee was stepping off platform which was ground level. employee lost his balance and slipped and fell back onto platform.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18908,employee stated was walking down the #1 entry at 33 crosscut when employee stepped in a hole and felt pain in left knee. the employee worked until 8/10/2020 when employee had surgery to repair meniscus. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18909,"the employee was walking down three (3) steps to the concrete basement floor. as the employee was stepping from the last of the 3 steps to the basement, ee caught heel on the last step or the left foot slipped and ee tried to catch self to keep from falling which resulted in an injury to the left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18910,"trying to walk the hitachi dump truck off the hill after losing the track. truck was going to go over the hill, so to avoid being crushed, i jumped and slid down a 50"" rock face, injuring my ankle, knee, shoulder, and elbow on my right side, and cutting my right hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18911,"injured employee was dismounting jumbo jd059 from the operators cab to check a setting at the back of machine. during the dismount process the employees heel slipped on the provided step and hit the ground with ee's heel, rolling ee's ankle and proceeded to fall to the ground. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18912,step broke on drill when operator was exiting drill. he slipped and fell hitting his head.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18913,employee (miner) lost footing on stairs & slipped right leg was caught between stringer and bottom of handrail. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -18914,technician was dismounting a ladder on level ground and sprained his knee when he misjudged the step to ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18915,stepped off a cement block onto a large electrical cord and turned ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18916,"employee was descending a set of stairs to the scale house and as ee stepped to the second to last step, ee lost balance after stepping into a small indentation located on the step, this causing ee to fall forward down on ee's ankle. ee was brought to the clinic, treated for a right ankle sprain and x-rays showed a slight chip to the bone on the top of ee's right foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18917,"ee slipped when going down steps, bruised left hip. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18918,ee was climbing a ladder to a screen to perform maintenance and lost his grip and fell backwards. the fall resulted in lacerations to the employee's head and lower leg. the employee was placed on modified duty on october 13th and returned to full duty on october 17th.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18919,employee was climbing up the feed chute of the trommel when slipped and twisted or popped their left patella. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18920,"ee was stepping down from a 4' ladder with tools in hands when he lost his balance and fell down on top of some of these items, being struck in the pubic region and sustaining a bruise near th e rectum.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18921,carrying a box to the control room and right foot caught the flight of stairs that leads from another floor. fell on left arm causing rib injuries.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18922,"ee stepped out of the office and stepped onto the poured apron outside of the door. his foot caught the edge and slipped, causing pain to the inside of the right knee. physical therapy started on 9-19-02.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18923,employee was removing material off a idle conveyor belt when he suddenly tripped causing him to fall resulting in a hairline fracture of the left wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18924,electrical contractor fell thought ceiling tile while running electrical wiring for new motor control panels. miner did not use the fall protection harness and misjudged the stability of the ceiling tile to hold ee's weight. miner was trained on fall protection use. miner sustained fractures to head and left wrist from the fall. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -18925,"employee was cleaning clay balls off top of dump hopper. he tripped on clay ball, extendad right arm to break fall, scratched elbow. possible sprain to right wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18926,"employee was assisting in cleaning a screen. when handing a water hose to his co-worker, his feet slipped out from underneath him, resulting in a fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18927,ee slipped & fell while carrying a bag of rock dust. ee said when he fell he landed on his self contained self-rescuer that is on his belt.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18928,"bulk truck arrived for load & bulk operator began procedures. ee went up the stairway to open the hatch, placed in spout to begin loading. while descending the last step onto the ground ee rolled their ankle. ee felt popping sensation from their ankle up their leg, unable to apply pressure to leg, thought they broke ankle. taken to er for eval. diagnosed with sprain & no work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18929,employee was climbing into chute area of prewash plant via access door then slipped and fell backwards striking a rock in the chute straining lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18930,the employee was walking to a loader to begin operation. the ground was still wet from rain where the loader was parked. as the employee approached the loader (approximately 3' from the loader) ee slipped. ee was diagnosed with a contusion and an abrasion on ee's right arm. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18931,"employee was working in the primary building on primary screen #2 taking off spray bars. while stepping down off the ladder he twisted his knee and it was ""a little sore."" he was offered rest and an ice pack or medical care and he declined stating it was ""no big deal."" the employee notified management on 9/29/15 that he had a mildly torn meniscus and may require surgery. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18932,employee stated that he was loading scoop when he slipped in bucket injuring his right ankle. employee went to dr. two days later and was taken off work beginning 2/27/07.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18933,"ee was clearing the ice from the catwalk to the clean coal silo, when he slipped and fell, catching himself with his right arm. lost time injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18934,"employee was stepping down of the bottom step of the 970f endloader, which is approximately 18 inches from the ground. employee was trying to reach for a concrete wall with his foot which was about 3 feet back from the endloader. employee failed to reach the concrete wall which caused him to fall backwards and the middle of his back striking the concrete wall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18935,"ee was dismounting the mucker and fell backwards, cathing himself with his right arm & felt immediate pain in his shoulder,reported the incident to his supervisor and continued to work the remainder of the shift.ee sought medical attention after his shift ended.ee was referred to an orthopedist and was diagnosed with a partial tear of the rotator cuff.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18936,employee stepped down off a l320 loader and felt an unusual sensation in his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18937,the employee twisted his rt ankle as he was stepping off the back end of a roof bolting machine.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18938,employee tripped over wheel chock onto concrete floor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18939,"ee states that while working, he slipped in mud and his right knee struck a piece of steel, straining his knee. was given modified duty on 8-9-00 and returned to work with knee brace.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18940,"ee was working in the cap light room and ee tripped over a piece of insulation. when ee tried to catch self, ee injured ee's left wrist. ee was transported to clinch valley medical center. the hospital conducted a x-ray that revealed ee's left wrist was fractured.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18941,"employee slipped off tractor step and cut right leg on step, requiring stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18942,"the employee was climbing into a dump truck when his foot slipped and he fell to the ground landing on his feet. this ""jammed"" his neck and back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18943,employee was walking by a feeder when he slipped and fell down.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18944,he was climbing the stairwell at conv#6. he put his right foot on the top landing and his left foot slipped on the top rung. employee worked his shift and refused medical treatment at the time. the next day he went to his personal doctor. he later decided to follow up with a company doctor. his 1st day missed was 7/21/11 night shift. he has only missed one day at this time.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18945,"ee stepping off tire on charging rig, stepped onto rock, rock rolled and caught toe under edge of tire bending right foot backwards, fracturing distal fibula of right leg. ee was placed on restricted duty after medical evaluation.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object" -18946,injured was spading a piece of curtain up on the rib and stepped awkwardly on some uneven ground and buckled a knee. injured was taken for examination and on 8/16/19 an mri was performed and discovered injured had a torn meniscus.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18947,employee was fueling up a diesel tank. stepped backwards and tripped over the fuel line causing him to fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18948,"ee was taking scoop off charge, leaned over the scoop & feet slipped & he fell against the scoop- went to dr. had chest x-rayed & was off 1 shift.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18949,employee hurt knee on 11/12/2018 and had surgery. while working on a muddy section employee's knee started hurting. employee seen the doctor on 5/21/2020 and was advised to rest the knee for two weeks.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18950,"while stepping out of operator's deck of battery scoop, employee tripped on the seatback and caught them self with their right hand resulting in a slight fracure.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18951,ee was walking in the yard and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18952,employee was walking down a slope of a mountain and tripped over a piece of sagebrush causing him to trip. resulting in a sprained left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18953,was pulling h v cable - slipped & fell against mine floor & pulled back muscle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18954,"employee was getting in his vehicle at the end of his shift, while putting his foot on the running board, his foot slipped causing him to twist his other ankle. he went home and called his foreman to report the incident.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18955,"mounting pipe, slipped, fell on right hand.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18956,"driver had finished filling tank. while returning hose to his truck, he slipped on the mud and struck right leg against a pipe flange bolt. he received five stitches to close the wound.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18957,"employee was climbing off of rock truck and fell when he got to bumper level, landing on the ground. he was taken off work effective 11/21/11.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18958,"while climbing up the ladder of a loader, employee slipped and caught themself with right arm. complained of right shoulder pain. was treated as a first aid, was determined later by mri employee needed surgery to repair a rotator cuff tear in shoulder. employee lost no time or had restrictions until 5/4/2017. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18959,"he stepped on crib block getting out of scoop operator's compartment with left foot. crib block rolled causing right knee to hit seat, twisting knee. started losing time on 4/10/02.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18960,after dismounting a forklift the ee slipped on loose ore on the floor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18961,was coming down ladder from tanks and stepped wrong twisting ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18962,"miner was walking to the parking lot at the end of ee's shift. ee removed ee's half face respirator while enroute and took ee's eyes off the ground ee was walking on. as a consequence, ee tripped on the pavement, and fell landing on ee's right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18963,"ee's right knee gave way, causing him to fall. he fell down stairs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18964,while working unloading coal cars - cleaning off grizzly above the feeders. left foot slipped into the opening on the grizzly causing employee to fall on top of the grizzly landing on left shoulder and left elbow. the first dr visit was 1/28/2010 - surgery was done on left shoulder 3/25/2010 - resulting in a light duty status. there has been no lost time with this injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18965,employee tripped on half step while out of town on business in st. louis mo. when fell employee hit concrete post with left hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18966,employee was climbing out of vac truck to turn the vacuum truck operation on when they stepped off the step of the truck they felt a popping in a knee and almost fell down. diagnosed with a torn meniscus in left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18967,while stepping down off of loader ee slipped and fell injury sustained sprained right-leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18968,the ee was walking to his assigned truck when he slipped and fell in his wrist and got up and fell again.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18969,while cleaning out plugged cone crusher ee hopped down off crusher approx 3' and twisted his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18970,ee stated that he was crossing through the mandoor seperating the track from the return entry on 7-right section as he did the pressure forced him to loose his balance causing him to fall and twist his left ankle. mouth of section.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18971,employee set up a 8 step ladder on unstable ground. the side he was climbing was on concrete at the other side was in loose mucky coal. employee went to 3rd rung to check footing of ladder and ladder begin to sink. employee jumped off ladder and broke his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18972,"while hand moving journal. foot slipped then person and journal at same time fell to floor, pinning person to floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18973,weather related snow/ice,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18974,"descending down ladder, slipped and struck her left side of rib cage on hand rail. incident was first aid case, x-rays on 9/10/2012, revealed fracture of left rib.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18975,i.e. was working on a piece of mobile equipment in the pit with a contract mechanic. the i.e. heard a sound that startled him which prompted him to suddenly move away from the mobile equipment. as he moved away he sprain a muscle in his upper left leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18976,"ee was tramming d8l dozer to parking area. the dozer began to run rough and ee stopped to check fluids. while closing guard on engine compartment ee lost his balance and stepped back onto track. there was a pad missing, causing ee to fall between the tracks and the dozer. this fall resulted in injuries to ee's lower back and left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -18977,employee was moving a pipe fusing machine to repair a section of pipe. he stumbled over some rock and fell striking his knee on a rock resulting in a small laceration that required 3 stitches to close.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18978,climbing ladder and ladder fell with him.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18979,as an underground long hole driller was working in his area he stepped over a rock and lost his footing which caused him to move in an unnatural way to regain his balance. the miner was evaluated for a sprained left ankle and placed on 48 hrs of restricted duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18980,"member was moving roof bolter up to install a row of bolts and twisted his left knee, resulting in a strained knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18981,"changing belt line, slipped on piece of belt being removed.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18982,"while installing a walkway, employee fell and his head was struck by a small section of walkway resulting in (4) four stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by... NEC -18983,ee was exiting private carrier bus when she slipped and fell,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18984,"climbed steps onto loader, slipped catching ribson ladder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18985,"emp was climbing onto bolter, slipped and hit face on a piece of screen. he had immediate swelling and numbness to the right side of face. when this did not go away, he sought treatment on 12/09/05. ct scan results reviewed on 12/13/05 with an ear/nose/throat doctor confirmed that he had punctured his sinus, making this a reportable injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18986,"prior to shift start, employee was walking through plant to get to work area. employee rounded a corner and slipped on spilled media. employee fell to floor injuring a tendon in his right calf.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18987,injured was walking down passageway on the west side of the stone receiving belt hopper to throw the switch. injured tripped on vacuum hose causing him to fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18988,employee kneeling to tag a rail car and slipped on hard snow/ice. sprained left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18989,employee stated that he stepped in a drill hole that was hid by a small amount of dirt on top of the hole. employee reported accident on 4-12-10.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18990,"working on the surface, walking across the mine yeard, ee slipped on ice and twisted left knee. ee sought treatment 2-24-00.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18991,"ee was walking and slipped/tripped/fell onto left knee, fracturing patella constituting msha reportability.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18992,"injured employee (ee) was checking the oil level in the longwall shearer ranging arm. ee's right boot was in the face conveyor chain and as ee turned to exit the work area, the boot got caught in the chain causing ee to twist right knee. ee has pain and soreness in knee. ee didn't violate any regulations, has training and was wearing required ppe.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -18993,employee states he was beside the feeder standing a timber up when he slipped and fell striking his elbow against the feeder or the ground. he was treated at a medical center and taken off work with a contusion.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -18994,ee was bolting on #3 unit entry # 0 at the face of entry. after making roof bolts up to install in the mine roof ee turned to walk to middle of bolter and twisted right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18995,"employee was walking down stairway, tripped on stair & fell to cement floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -18996,"i/e was tying off mt barge w/ 1.5"" line to winch cable, cable broke, pulling him down.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -18997,employee was climbing up a 7ft 6 inch stationary ladder and missed grabbing second to the top ladder rung. employee fell approximately 3 ft. 6 inches to the grating deck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -18998,"ee was stepping out of a dump truck, he stepped out onto some loose material twisting his rt ankle and heard it pop. the clinic did an xray, it didn't show a fracture. the dr stated it was a sprain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -18999,"employee was climbing truck steps when his left foot slipped from the rung causing him to fall to the ground. left knee sprain, back, right hip and shoulder pain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19000,employee was walking down the longwall from the headgate to the tailgate when ee slipped and twisted ee's knee causing tear to the meniscus.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19001,"while climbing down a ladder from the upper deck of the jaw crusher, ee slipped off the bottom rung and sliced open his shin.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19002,"while stepping off the 3' ladder employee was using, ladder kicked out causing him to fall, injuring right ankle. employee is currently on light duty program, no lost time, physicial therapy.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19003,"the ee slipped, reached out with his left hand a caught himself. his left shoulder was strained by his body weight.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19004,"employee on d8n dozer cleaning windshield, slipped, fell fractured bone in leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19005,"injured was supervising a concrete pour at a location underground. as he was walking, stepped in hole injuring his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19006,"while walking in the main heading while running a shot line, employee tripped on an undercut and fell on to his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19007,employee was decending from ladder and his foot slid down bottom two rungs and twisted his knee when his foot hit the floor,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19008,"walking in beltline, slipped, twisted knee",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19009,ee experienced pain in knee while performing his normal duties as a roof bolter/bridge operator.ee was put in restircted duty starting 2/1/00.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19010,was dragging a ventilation tube and stated he stepped on some loose coal and felt pain in his left foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19011,employee was walking down the stairs and felt pain in his right knee. employee continued to feel pain; further examination revealed injury to the knee requiring surgery and workdays lost. first work shift lost due to surgery was 9-1-05.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19012,employee tripped and stumpled while carrying bucket of chain. he began misisng work 4/7/06,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion in lifting objects -19013,driver states: i started to climb out of the cab and i had my right foot on the top step and right hand on the grab bar and left hand on the door and missed the step coming down with my left foot and i fell onto the ground from the cab. i fell on my left side when i made contact with the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19014,while inspecting dragline 19 bucket employee went to step over a patch of high ground and right foot slid into low spot twisting leg and knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19015,"while descending from the tip of the continuous miner, the employee slipped and fell, striking his back on the mine floor. he began missing work on 4/01/2009 and the injury was confirmed as work related on 4/6/2009.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19016,"employee lost his footing on the bottom step while attempting to mount a cat. 992g loader at the beginning of the shift. he fell to the ground, landing on his left knee/shoulder. diagnosis from doctor was no broken bones, just bruised.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19017,security officer was at post in the guard shack seated in a chair. officer fell striking the top of her head. officer received 3 stitches in her head.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19018,"ee was pulling on belt clamp rope on #3 belt and belt clamp slipped, and he fell backward onto mine floor, hurting his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19019,employee alleges he was walking from conveyor and he slipped and fell onto concrete bruising his left shin.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19020,cold and icy day. pulling pallet jack while moving brick slipped and fell down on his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19021,"turning on feeder, fell against rib on wrist. had surgery on 5-24-2006",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19022,"on 10-11-14 at about 0830, an employee was closing doors on empty rail car. when closing the last door on this car the pry bar slipped out of the door latch causing employee to fall backwards and twisting the left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19023,employee stepped off the scale and slipped on ice. fell to the ground and twisted left ankle. resulted in left distal fibula fracture.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19024,"climbing up a ladder, the legs slid out, causing him to fall to the concrete. started missing work on 07/20/07",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19025,"employee stated ee was coming down the ladder from the jaw platform and ee's feet slipped on the ladder rung, and ee fell to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19026,the injured employee tripped over a chunk of mud and fell on right side. ee initially refused treatment. a follow up exam was conducted and ee was not released to work for next scheduled shift (5/20/16).,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19027,"ie twisted ee's ankle when walking down stairs. ee was taken in for evaluation revealing a fracture. the landing area of the stairs was a clean, clear and flat concreted area. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19028,employee was walking down the walkway along the 14-conveyor belt and slipped forward on the walkway surface. ee felt knee lock up and grabbed the handrail to avoid falling. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19029,"employee was exiting loader with ladder, right foot already on group, when left foot became caught on bottom step, causing employee to lose balance and fall to ground. employee tried to catch self and fracturing left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19030,while in the process of changing out filter sectors ee slipped on the grating covering the feed distributor box for the filter tub. ee experienced low back pain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19031,ee slipped on one step cross over twisting his foot/ankle. physician discovered hairline fracture in foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19032,"while adjusting the 1/1/2"" to 0"" belt, an employee walked up an inclined 3"" water line ""steel"". the water line broke causing the employee to fall. the employee was taken for x-rays and observation. he was released to return to his next scheduled shift which is 1/31/2011.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19033,"employee stepped on a stone to get onto excavator tracks to grease machine. he fell off the rock and fell straight down 15+ feet, rolled 10 feet more, came to stop. other employee found him, brought him to level ground, ambulance took him to the hospital.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19034,"working on the demag and dropped a socket. ee reached in between the machine to pick it up and slipped, falling about 2 feet onto the ground. landing on ee's feet ee felt pain in both knees, more so the left.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19035,"walking by stage loader over rib rash, slipped and a piece of rib wire stuck into my left forearm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19036,miner/supervisor was assisting with a screen change on the 6x20 portable screen plant. supervisor was exiting the screen walkway and stair when they turned and missed the stair and fell to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -19037,employee was greasing a loader with an air greaser located at the equipment shop. there were some sheel chocks and a few stones on the ground between the loader and the shop wall. the employee was walking between the loader and the shop when he tripped over one of the stones or wheel chocks and fell to the ground dislocating his left shoulder. he was taken to the hospital.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19038,"the driver got out of his truck and was walking to hook up dust collector hose. he slipped while crossing over some pallets. when he fell, he hit his head on a large rock. he was transported t o hospital.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19039,"injury strained his back while climbing a ladder. he has had previous problems with lower back strains and inflamation prior to this incident. he did not have what would be considered an accident. it was considered a strain due to his physical condition and age. the original accident occured on 7/28/09, but was not diagnosed until 8/3/09.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19040,"employee was told to push in pins on 97 gate. gate was full of rims. while beating in the pins with a sledge hammer he fell off the ramp, landing face first and cutting his eye.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19041,"while walking in from his vehicle first thing in the morning, he slipped on ice in the parking lot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19042,"working on 750 hitachi, repairing line. backed truck up to equipment to reach line, climbed on tool box on back of truck, fell off tool box into truck bed.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19043,ee was walking w/another shift supervisor across the yard toward kilns in front of maintenance shop. ee all of a sudden was falling. ee was not sure if it was uneven ground or slippery surface . ee fell on his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19044,"while getting off a cat rock truck, twisted ankle on uneven ground surface.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19045,employee tripped and as he was catching himself he felt a pain in right shoulder. employee returned to work his next scheduled shift. after results of his mri he was taken off of work on 3/29/2012.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19046,"ee was dragging line curtain back out of place to hang up on rib to keep curtain out of the way. he had put one end of the curtain on rib, when he went to step over curtain laying on the floor he over extended his right leg and he turned his right ankle. the injury was diagnosed as a strain and later a possible fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19047,"muddy conditions. stepping over a coupling on a flat car, ee tripped on the coupling. his right ankle hit the track.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19048,employee slipped and fell on ice while opening the lower entrance gate,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19049,employee stated that he was patching the supply pipe to the distribution box on the #70 screen. the ladder slipped causing the employee to lose his balance and fall onto the vibratory screen. this resulted in a right sprained ankle and bruising to the left leg/groin area.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19050,employee slipped and fell on 2/14/08 injuring his right shoulder. employee did not miss any work time or been restricted as a result of this injury. shoulder surgery was performed on 5/13/08.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19051,miner was leaning over to get into skid steer when he hit his head against the frame of the skid steer injuring his neck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19052,"ee stepped onto a board, his foot slipped off of the board and he sprained his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19053,"employee was stepping over water line pipe in route to place ee's lock on the disconnect for the blade saw. ee caught ee's foot on the pipe causing ee to fall forward and hit ee's knee on the ground, ee's knee split open with about a 3"" laceration. at the e.r. ee received 18 stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19054,"employee was working on haul truck at a ready line, slipped and caught self with ee's left hand. ee was seen at the er, and was released. ee's hand continued to ache, and finally went to an orthopedic specialist on 9/27. ee was diagnosed with a hyperextended wrist, had a cast applied and taken off work. ongoing.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19055,"employee unlocked the tool trailers, set the lock down on the top step, went inside, gathered up the tools he needed and upon exiting the trailer stepped on the lock that was laying on the top step. result - twisted left ankle, hyper-extention of left arm, contusion on forehead, glasses pushed up against head resulting in minor scratches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19056,ee was descending a scaler & his foot slipped off the ladder & fell to ground level & struck right elbow on floor of mine,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19057,"while installing dredge handrail ee slipped on sand, a portion of handrail struck ee's neck, creating a minor laceration. laceration was bandaged at local clinic. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by... NEC -19058,"a utility maintenance person sustained a sprain of left shoulder from a fall on the same level. the injury occurred while the injured and a coworker were pulling a new wire rope into place for the bow spud on the plant with a 3/4"" rope. the connection between the ropes did not hold resulting in the fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19059,working on fire hydrant platform when the connections for the platform gave out. the platform side that gave away was foamed and wasn't able to see any bad connections.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -19060,employee slipped in snow while holding a propane tank. hurt shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19061,"employee was descending the no. 3 apron feeder, when the wooden step that he stepped on wobbled. the employee twisted and his right knee buckled and popped and he fell to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -19062,employee was operating a roof bolter when he lost his footing. he put his right hand on the drill pod to prevent himself from falling. a piece of drill steel fell out the bolt hole and struc k his right ring fingr. causing a laceration requiring stitches.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -19063,"climbing off 994 loader slipped missed bottom step, landed on right foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19064,employee was walking along the roadway on the east side of the switch yard and stepped on the edge of the concrete where it meets the dirt causing him to roll his ankle which resulted in a knee strain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19065,"the pit supervisor was pulling the excess slack out of a shovel power cable. ee was stationed at the shovel standard to watch the slack. the cable pulled tight to the standard and caught him a t the ankles, tripping him. he fell to the ground and landed on his right elbow. he was found to have a fractured elbow and upper arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19066,"slip and fall on frozen ground, hit face on ground, got 5 stitches in forehead and 1 in his lip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19067,ee slipped on bottom step of scaler. fracture to left foot. ee released to restricted duty following medical treatment. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19068,"employee was shoveling at the tailpiece by the bore hole. another employee was spraying the bore hole and unclogged rocks that were stuck. this caused water, sand, and mud to fall from the bore hole to the mine floor. the material came into contact with employee causing ee to fall which resulted in contusions to right leg and sand in eyes. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19069,employee was climbing down from d-9 dozer. when he stepped off of the dozer track onto ground he hurt his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19070,employee was assisting in setting a newly constructed loadout building onto the back of the boom truck. rigging came loose on hoist causing the loadout building to shift causing the employee to fall to the ground. the employee fell approx. 54 inches resulting in a broken right wrist and a fractured little toe on the left foot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19071,"loading rock in drawpoint, tripped on rocks causing him to fall and strike rt. shoulder on concrete rib.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19072,"stepped in oil, slipped & came down on right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19073,employee was exiting the dragline and stepped down wrong (heal was momentarily caught in ladder)breaking his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19074,"employee was on top of a bulk truck trailer trying to align a loading spout with the trailer opening, when he tripped and fell through the space between the bottom rail of the gangway and the trailer, landing on the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19075,injured was removing a gear box from a shuttle car. as he loosened the bolt one of the bolts broke causing him to fall forward and strike his knee on the shuttle car frame.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19076,ee got off of shuttle car tripped and fell on his right knee at the feeder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19077,injured was coming down from cement packing machine platform. he cauht his heel on a step and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -19078,employee was walking through the coal tunnel when ee's foot slipped and ee felt a pop in the knee. we sent ee to the dr and ee returned to work but was not allowed to squat. ee could perform ee's normal job and did until dr later found a torn meniscus. contacted oiei in denver and was advised to report when ee goes to surgery. lti started on june 1st.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19079,ee was tarping her load and was climbing out of her trailer when she slipped off of the trailer and strained her left leg and right shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19080,employee was attempting to get on an acid car when his foot slipped on the ladder causing him to strike his left shin on the landing platform. the injury subsequently became infected and presc ription was issued.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19081,approximately mid-afternoon a car rammed and broke through the locked gate g off margaret street gaining access to the thornton quarry. the car traveled down two ramps until the driver attempted to drive over a berm and was stopped. he exited the car traveled a short distance on foot and jumped to his death off a highwall approximately fifty feet in height.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19082,while stepping down off of the crane the employee missed a step and started to fall striking the tracks and then fell to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19083,"employee was dismounting a ""lizard truck"". he missed the last step causing him to fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19084,"while trying to put a piece of skirt rubber in, employee fell about 2 1/2 feet off side of plant",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from piled material -19085,"while standing on an angled surface welding, ee lost his footing and fell to his knees, straining his sacroiliac, hip and thigh regions. ee placed on light duty and medication until symptoms i mprove.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19086,board splintered when stepping across to barge,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19087,"employee was trying to connect hydraulic fittings, lost balance causing hard hat to fall off and fell into machine impacting steel structure hitting fore head",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -19088,employee was in the process of greasing a scraper. he was standing on the small platform on the gooseneck preparing to grease the gooseneck. as he squated down to reach the grease fittings he lost his balance and fell aprox. 4 feet to the ground. his outstretched right arm resulted in a fracture to the right radius at the wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19089,"person jumped up to reach a strap used to hang ventilation tubing. when he came down he landed on his left foot and his foot rolled causing the injury. person sought medical treatment on 10/21, missed work on 10/22 & 10/23, was not scheduled to work on 10/24 & 10/27. returned to work on 10/28. total days missed - 2.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19090,rain-wet slippery surface contusion to lower left leg. ee footing slipped on surface as he climbed down into work area.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19091,"emp was cleaning out duct at hydrator, went to step down and mis-stepped, falling backwards. he caught himself, but caused lumbar strain. this is a lost time accident.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19092,"employee was recovering vent tubes in the 5b hg section from 4 left entry. while pulling a tube up off the mine floor, ee lost balance and fell towards the rib. while falling forward ee stuck right hand out to brace self, when ee's hand struck against a rib strap. diagnosed with a fracture to the right 5th finger on 2/10/21.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19093,hanging chain in kiln #2. kiln is round and full of obstacles welded all over. ee slipped inside kiln and fell on anchors welded to kiln floor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19094,employee was carrying belt structure from crosscut to scoop car. he stumbled over concrete blocks on the mine floor. this caused him to fall and cut his left arm on a piece of belt structure. he received 5 stitches. no lost workdays.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19095,employee was operating the truck weigh scales. she stepped out of the office to use the restroom. when she stepped down on the steps she twisted her ankle and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -19096,"employee slipped on wet/icy roadway and put their right hand down to catch themselves, jamming their wrist. employee was diagnosed with right elbow lateral epicondylitis (right wrist sprain). his work restrictions made this event reportable.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19097,"shop employee was stepping down from getting oil from a bin when employee lost footing and fell into the rib. when striking the rib, the incident caused a 1/2 laceration on left forearm requiring 5 stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19098,production utility operator (puo) was walking through the plant headed to the kiln area. employee was near the equipment storage building when they slipped on snow and fell on left side. this incident was upgraded to a modified work duty on 02/19/2021.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19099,"employee was outside running the dryer after an ice storm. employee started to fall, twisted hisbody to catch himself, preventing him from falling, during the process he twisted his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19100,walking beltline he stepped across water line he stepped and straddled the watch line pulled muscle in his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19101,"while attempting to descend a piece of equipment, the employee tripped or slipped, falling approximately 4' to the ground. the fall caused a right 1st rib fracture and a separated ac joint.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19102,"walking down the sugar run slope to clean some spillage and slipped, catching himself with his right hand and twisting his right knee. employee began missing work on 3/19/14, diagnosed with a sprain. no issue with ppe, mining machinery, training, and employee was reporting to take care of regulatory issue.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19103,"employee was helping other employees to change out a roller on a d10r dozer. the old roller was lying on the track and was sharp from wear. employee lost footing, which caused employee to place a hand on the old roller, resulting in a laceration to the left pinky which required 12 stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19104,employee came out of the restroom and stepped the wrong way and slipped and fell hurting a hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19105,employee was putting a 8' roof bolt up when he fell forward and struck his left leg on the roof bolter pot. he had 24 stitches in his leg.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19106,"while turning to reach a nylon sling, his metatarsal safety shoe caught on cribbing block and he fell down on his buttocks. did not complain of any pain on 6-16-00. investigation completed 7-2 8-00 by safety director.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19107,employee was welding on a mill housing when reaching for another welding rod he slipped and fellbumping his head on a piece of metal causing a laceration to his forehead.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19108,on 5/5/2015 at approximately 8:00 am linda gentry notified plant management she had tripped going into the dispatch office and hit the front of her legs on the door threshold. she was sent to concentra medical for evaluation and then sent to st anthony medical center for further evaluation. she was kept overnight for observation at st anthony on 5/5/2015.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19109,h.r. manager was walking away from the office to get her car and slipped and fell on the paved visitor parking area west of the office. when her feet went out beneath her she reached back with her left arm to catch her fall and had an injury to her left wrist. the injury required med. intervention that day and restricted duty thereafter during recovery period.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19110,operator was walking from his haul truck to the shop. the operator slipped on the ice and fell to the same level. the operator was assessed at the emergency room with a fractured left humorous bone.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19111,"while getting out of screw conveyer, slipped on rock.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19112,employee was descending a set of 3 steps at the bath house to retrieve a set of keys from his vehicle. he slipped on the bottom step and fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -19113,"he was standing on a ladder, when a shuttle car cable knocked him off the ladder, landing on left leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19114,employee tripped over a hose and fell into a sitting position. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19115,"ee was entering cat long reach when ee's right foot slipped. ee felt pain in right ankle when ee's foot hit the ground. ee was diagnosed with partial achille's tendon tear and has missed work, thus constituting msha reportability.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19116,"employee was stepping down from the loader and missed the last step resulting in shoulder and arm strain. employee underwent surgery on 11/17/21, making this a lost time accident",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19117,ee was walking towards the equipment parking area when he slipped and fell on the packed snow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19118,"worker standing next to a power supply tray with his foot under the tray. he did not notice and reached over to hand a tool to another worker. his foot got caught, he lost his balance and twisted his left knee. worker sought medical attention on 05/27/2014.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19119,ee was walking down steps to access mens shower room when ee lost balance. ee landed flat footed on right foot and felt a sharp pain. ee had fractured the same foot 4 months prior. x-ray on 9-30-22 showed foot had been fractured once again in same area. ee was given restrictions and walking boot.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -19120,"worker laborer/operator slipped on a frost covered surface, as he started to fallhe caugh himself by putting out his left hand, this caused him to bruise his wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19121,"ee sustained a sprained right ankle. injury occurred while the ee was stepping acrooss 3 18"" pipes the injury occurred north of the concentrator, after dusk, prior to end of shift. ee stepped up, crossed & was in process of stepping down from the pipes. as the ee stepped down from the pipes, his right ankle rolled outward from landing on uneven ground. ee rec'd",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19122,"employee was opening the covers of a dts rail car to begin the cleaning process. he had finished opening the third cover and as he was stepping away from the cover , he slipped and fell on top of car. at the end of his shift he talked to me and stated that he was ""still a little sore"". employee went to doctor on friday and is off work til wed",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19123,"ee was pulling slack off the roof bolter reel and slipped and fell to the ground. he landed on his light battery, he finished bolting the area and then stopped work and stated he felt pain in his left side and rib cage area.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19124,"during the process of replacing a backstop on conveyor 3, both employee & co-worker began to prep the motor. ee had not placed his safety harness on while on the catwalk. his co-worker loosened the bolt & took the nut off, at that instance the bolt shot out, the reducer rotated forward and struck ee throwing him off the catwalk 10 ft into the chute.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19125,"slipped on mill ball inside #2 mill. used right hand to grab onto ""spider"" to stop from falling.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19126,"employee was boarding a 336d backhoe, lost his grip and fell backwards to the ground. he had neck and back strain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19127,"employee was attempting to help other employees change a screen out on 110 shaker screen. employee was in a hurry. when employee stepped from platform to screen while in process, employee slip ped, twisting left knee. accident happened 5-16-01, employee didn't report until 5-18-01.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19128,on 2/16/16 employee was descending a warehouse ladder and slipped one step down. employee grabbed handrails and had left leg catch them. employee said they were okay and declined medical evaluation. on 4/18/16 employee requested to get left leg evaluated as it was still sore. on 4/19/16 employee was evaluated to have a left knee sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19129,an employee was hanging cables when they lost their footing and fell backwards on the ground injuring their shoulder and wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19130,employee walked between switch stand and rail. employee stepped on a railroad tie. employees foot slipped off rail road tie. employee's foot wedged between railroad tie & switch stand bridal rod. employee fell fracturing the tibia bone in his right leg just above his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19131,employee was unhooking a strap from a crane. he lost his footing and fell off a rockbox at the tail of a conveyor. he landed on the ground and broke the wrist on his left and the upper part of his arm on the right side. he is losing time.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19132,employee was exiting a cat 740 articulated truck when he missed the bottom step and fell on his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19133,employee was stepping out of the operator's cab to clean the rear window on bulldozer when he slipped and fell from the equipment deck to the ground. this injury resulted in an ear laceration requiring sutures.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19134,ee stated he stepped off loader into hole and twisted back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19135,"employee was participating in annual gun safety training when, during an exercise of target practice, the employee's feet became entangled in a rope. this caused the employee to fall, landing on his right wrist. the fall resulted in a right radius fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19136,empoyee working on platform about 10 ft in the air. he was coming down stairs with tools in booth hands when he fell striking his back on stairs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19137,employee was working at tail of #119 belt and fell while he was stepping backward. he fell striking his lower back on material.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19138,ee was walking off belt line and stepped into a water hole and rolled his left ankle. ee went above ground at 8:00 am. he was taken by ambulance to wheeling hospital where he was checked out by a doctor and diagnosed with a high ankle sprain. hospital gave him 3 days off/excused.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19139,ee was pulling a roller off the back of a pv when he slipped and twisted his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19140,"ee claims her and another employee were removing an electric motor from the lowest shelf, <> waist height. they picked the <> 12"" x 12"" x 12"" wooden crate up and standing on a pallet, she was walking backwards, fell and the crate fell on top of her right leg. she was treated @ st thomas mor hospital er and released to restricted wk.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -19141,"ladder slipped, ee fell while working on plant.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19142,incident first reported only as a first aid situation. ee tripped over a scraper/rake handle and hit his leg against rake part causing a bruise and two small cuts to lower left shin. on 4-24-0 0 ee requested to see physician and was subsequently put on modified duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19143,employee was stepping down from end loader and hit his left knee on machine. the second step was defective and collapsed as the operator was dismounting the equipment.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19144,"ee was walking near 8000 dragline carrying tool bag, stepped into snow-covered hole and jarre back. ee thoguht he aggravated an old injur-had back surgery on 4-5-00. did nothing more than repo rt incident on time card. back continued to bother ee. saw dr. on 12-26-00. found he had injured same area in back again. ee scheduled for back surgery on 1-9-01. has missed no work to date.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19145,no known defaults of equipment which could have caused accident. employee stated he was going to get off of the haul truck and just did not grab the step rails and fell backward. he said he felt pain in his back so we called an ambulance to make sure he was ok,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19146,"ee was working to assemble/setup crusher screening unit. he fell/stepped into a hole, bruising elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19147,"climbing up ladder to access wier plates to change out wier plates. ladder was tied off at top, but employee's boots were slippery due to conditions. ladder shifted slightly and boots slipped causing him to fall against the inside edge of a wier plate at same elevation.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19148,"stated that on 8/9 he was stepping over a relay bar and twisted his right knee. ee started missing work on 9/29, to have surgery to repair knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19149,employee stepped out of tool trailer and twisted his foot on the large rocks that were used as back fill. he fell and hit his head on a tamper. he continued to work after the accident. then on 7/26/12 he didn't return to work for his next shift. he is now claiming he is having headaches.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19150,"ee slipped & fell while carrying a pc into the tire shop office. he hit his mouth on the pc & suffered 2 lacerations below the lower lip (1 inside, 1 outside). also broke a tooth. taken to local dentist. it took 2 stitches to close outside laceration. there was add'l damage to 3 more teeth. a root canal was done on the broken tooth because of an exposed nerve.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19151,was walking in to the plant and slipped on graphite pile in packing room ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19152,the ee stepped off of a landing 2' off of the ground and sprained his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19153,"iw hopped down from an elevator housing, approx. 3 feet, landed on a chunk of material and twisted his knee causing a strain to right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19154,employee was helping the miner man back out of a cut. he stepped in a hole twisting his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19155,stepped off of loader and twisted left knee. ee originally did not feel the need to got o a dr. di however go to the dr. on 9-12.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19156,injured party was walking over to the mine foreman's truck when he accidentally stepped into a hole twisting his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19157,"employee caught heel between cement and plate, rolling his ankle, causing a strain in his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -19158,"ee was walking along belt, was going to belt switch to turn belt off - slipped & fell & fell backwards on right ankle. broke bone in ankle, will be off 6 to 8 weeks.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19159,"performing an inspection inside of a tank, coming out of the tank from the side opening, feet first and had pressure to ee's biceps pulling self through the opening, lost grip with ee's right hand, used ee's left hand and arm to catch self and immediately felt pain and burning sensation in ee's left bicep.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19160,"employee was on a ladder, turning wrench and slipped and fell.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19161,injured employee tripped going up concrete stairs and went down on his right leg causing a laceration on his shin. he received 5 stitches at the emergency room.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -19162,employee was walking and slipped on loose material. he fell and strained his right knee. physical therapy was prescribed three months later.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19163,climbing off dozer when stepped on ground twisted ankle causing a sprain or strain muscle or tendon.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19164,employee was climbing over the coupler on the train cars when he slipped and twisted his ankle on the car release lever and fell to the ground. sprained ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19165,employee was walking down #4 entry when he stepped in a hole causing him to twist his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19166,"the miner was giving work assignments, stepped off of belt structure and his ankle turned over on even bottom.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19167,employee was in the bone yard climbing up on a piece of equipment when he slipped and fell to the ground fracturing his left femur.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19168,"ee was pulling a gear out the tram gear case, his foot slipped the strained his right leg. he was given medication to prevent any possiblity of blood cloths.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19169,"ee was walking from the change room to the electric shop before shift start and slipped, straining his l knee. the injury was treated conservatively but required out-patient surgery on 2/5/16.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19170,"while an ee was stabilizing a bundle of screen mesh against the rib and was unaware of the position of another ee. a bundle of loose screen mesh fell, knocking the injured ee to the ground and causing back, pelvis and leg pain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19171,"employee was working on top of feeder (030101) 4th right section. when employee was getting down from the feeder he jumped the last two feet, lost his footing and hyper-extended his left shoulder. employee is a mechanic and carries many of his tools on his mine belt which contributed to the amount of weight pulling on his body. injury has now required surgery.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19172,employee was measuring coal piles in the long shed and lost footing due to loose material. employee split legs and felt pain in pelvic area upon recovery of fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19173,loading the bolter twisted left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19174,employee was dismounting forklift and hand slipped off the handrail striking body of forklift. dislocation and slight fracture of left fifth finger.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19175,employee was pushing down on sheet of poly slick while other employee was cutting it and the poly slick slipped and caused employee to fall hitting face on lt. **reportable only due to stitches**,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19176,ee entered the ee lunchroom at the end of shift. ee stepped on another ee's untied shoelaces. when the other ee attempted to walk out of the lunchroom the laces swept injured ee's feet out fro m beneath causing injured ee to fall onto back. strain to upper neck muscles and strain to connective tissue of the cervicle joints. ee treated by chiropractor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19177,climbing up into moxy articulated truck and felt something tear in left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19178,employee was hanging bolter cable. he tripped over cable and hit his head on the coal rib and cut it on the left side above his ear. he received 19 staples. no lost time. he came back to work his next shift.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19179,employee attempted to step over a driscoll pipe that was connected to a pump and slipped hitting ee's chin on the pump. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19180,employee was climbing down from a ladder that was on un-level ground when he fell to the ground. he braced his fall with his left arm causing pain in his left shoulder. the orthopedic doctor finally did a mri and let us know there was a rotor cuff tear the end of august.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19181,"employee went to see company doctor on 6-10-03 and was placed on restricted duty. ee was washing out grizzly and while standing on the material he was washing away, he lost his footing and fel l into grizzly up to his arms which caused a strain to his left shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19182,employee slipped while climbing off a scaffold. employee was on light duty for eight days,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19183,a fully trained miner was walking on the belt line when the miner slipped and injured knee. the injury was not the result of any compliance issues nor were any protective guards involved.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19184,while inspecting equipment after a power failure employee was looking up at the center shaft of a calcine and tripped over the cooling water drain line for the hotboxes. ee fell backwards and struck ee's elbow on the guardrail beneath the bottom of the calcine. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19185,"loader operator stepped up on left front wheel (19"" +/-) to wipe off the fender of a caterpillar 980 front end loader. he lost his grip and fell to the ground landing on his right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19186,"employee tripped while getting into a mantrip, straining his lower back and left hip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19187,employee fell off of his haul truck and strained his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19188,employee was standing on a rock while taking an air reading when ee lost ee's footing and fell to the ground on ee's wrist. employee worked to 6/15/2020 then was put on light duty with restrictions ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from piled material -19189,"employee was attempting to strike the overflow barrel of the cone with a mall to break up ice that had accumulated over the weekend. when he swung the mall backward, his foot slipped, he lost his balance and fell over the handrail to the ground resulting in his injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19190,"while an employee was conducting a walk around inspection of a 693 overburden truck, the employee slipped on packed snow injuring ankle. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19191,did not start losing time until 2/28/07. stepped up on box and felt pain in back of his left knee. surgery required.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19192,employee was directing a pickup truck pulling shovel cable utilizing a flashlight. a section of the cable struck the employee in the back of the legs knocking him to the ground resulting in broken ribs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19193,"while removing a worn piece of screen cloth from screen box, the operator turned to release screen panel to allow it to fall to the ground. wire became entangled in operators glove dragging hi m to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19194,ee strained his shoulder when he slipped on a dirt ramp and fell to the ground. ee was carrying a tool box at the time. ee then went on vacation. he went to the dr. while he was on vacation. he reported injury when he came back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -19195,employee was dismounting his hauler and twisted his back. was not reported until 10-1-04.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19196,slipped and fell on left knee due to snow and ice.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19197,"a contract miner was standing on the 3rd rung of a 6' ladder, as the miner leaned to one side and attempted to hang a belt chain from a roof bolt, the ladder tipped over and the miner hit head on the ladder as miner fell to the ground. 3 staples were required to close the wound. the miner was released to return to work on next shift.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19198,the injured miner was dismounting a 988f front end loader and rolled his right ankle when he stepped onto frozen area of ground that was elevated. the injured miner did not fall but he did roll his right ankle. the injured miner went to an orthopedic doctor on 03/31/2014 and was told he would need surgery to repair a torn ligament between the tibia and fibula.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19199,"employee was on 002 section bolting. he was swinging the head over, tripped and fell. his right knee and shin was injured. x-ray was negative, & he was treated for bruising.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19200,"moving rock in road, slipped and sprained ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19201,employee was pulling on miner cable with a hot stick when hot stick slipped off of cable. he fell folding his right leg under his weight. he said he felt something pop and could not put weight on it.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19202,ee stepped off of 314 excavator and tripped and went backwards into metal door of grease truck striking self in testicles.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19203,"before shift started, employee was walking from the parking lot to the change room. when he stepped over a guardrail with his trailing foot (left) caught the top of the rail and he fell to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19204,climbing ladder onto haul truck - felt pain in neck. accident occurred on 6-15-10 - did not seek medical attention till 7-16-10. off work starting 7-19-10.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19205,twisted ankle while doing routine duties.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19206,employee was walking and fell over a rock injuring right shoulder. employee was taken off work on 5/15/18 due to prior accident waiting surgery on neck. ee had shoulder looked at from 5/10/18 accident and has a tear in shoulder that will require surgery. employee was already off work and was taken off work again on 6/5/18.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19207,"driving a euclid, the top of the engine caught fire. the operator stopped the truck and exited the cab. the employee started down the access ladder and decided to jump to the ground. approximate height 78"" to 91 1/2"".",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19208,contractor was walking through hallway located in the warehouse facilities when they fell to the floor. there is a small transitional ramp in the area that may have caused them to tumble. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19209,"ee stated while using slate bar to pry conveyor reducer off #4 mbc, slate bar slipped, causing him to stumble allhis weight shifted tohis right ankle, ee sustained right laterial ligament dama ge to his ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19210,"soil conditions were damp/wet which contributed to employee slipping and falling. employee struck his back, sustaining a soft tissue bruise.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19211,"as employee was exiting the d10 dozer at the platform, ee slipped and struck right knee against the frame of the platform. this caused a laceration to right knee requiring sutures.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19212,"ee stated he was walking down belt entry, feet slipped out from under him causing him to twist (hyperextend) lt knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19213,"when ee exited the service truck he walked into the shop and felt pain in his left knee. the pain got gradually worse as the day went on. the ground was dry, level and not slippery. the knee h ad swelling 3 days later.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19214,"while attempting to move a 4"" plastic pipeline the ee slipped on ice & mud falling to the ground. injuring his back, neck & shoulder",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19215,"the ee was exiting the scoop when he slipped on wet belting in the roadway, his left leg went underneath the scoop, resulting in a twisting motion to his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19216,ee was walking and stepped in hole causing him to fall and hurt right big toe.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19217,employee was stepping down off his drill and his right hip and knee gave out and he fell to the ground. mri still not completed at the time of this report.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19218,ee was pouring antifreeze into trackhoe when he lost his balance and fell to the ground. he was unconscious for 3 to 4 minutes.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19219,a shuttle car operator was installing a ventilation curtain in the #5 crosscut when her foot became stuck in the mud causing her to trip and twist her right knee. the ee reported the incident to her foreman & continued her regular duties. the ee continued to work her regular shift-until 5-2-12 when she went to the doctor & he told her to take off from work for the next 3 days.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19220,ee walking in face of #5 entry. west mains when he slipped on wet muddy side of pitch and fell on self rescuer.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19221,injured employee was rock dusting on the 1 north belt at 32 block. while dusting he was walking backwards when he tripped and fell over the rock dust hose behind him and fell to the mine floor. while falling he twisted his left knee resulting in a torn anterior cruciate ligament.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19222,ee was attempting to wash out a screw conveyor and slipped striking his right knee on a screw flight.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19223,while mounting dozer he slipped & fell to track level hurting left shoulder. initial check by doctor showed no injury. employee was returned to doctor on 12/3/03 & a hairline fracture was foun d on tip of left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19224,ee slipped on a rock falling backwards and hitting his left shoulder on an anchor pin at the #4 belt drive.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19225,"employee stepped off the bottom step of the ladder on the front end loader. as his rt. foot hit the ground it turned, rolling to the side & twisting his rt. ankle. injury has caused lost time & medical treatment. ee sustained torn ligaments.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19226,"walking down road, slipped on snow, fell and hurt right shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19227,the employee had washed and serviced the miner and was climbing on it to work on the fire suppression system. the rib by him started to work and he tried to get off the miner and fell injuring his shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19228,"while walking 14 i belt line, employee tripped and attempted to catch himself on a piece of belt structure and injured his little finger on his left hand. employee began missing scheduled work days on november 28th 2011",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19229,employee was climbing down the ladder from the wash plant and twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19230,"tech was removing kinks from an air-hose and tripped over the hose. left arm and knees hurt, no fractures. tech released to return to work, no prescription medications, ""light"" lifting restriction one week. note: accident not reported on time due to safety manager not realizing restricted duty, alone, is cause to report. 7000-1 help desk instructed me in proper reporting.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19231,"employee slipped on dock catwalk, fell and sprained left knee. it was raining at the time and that section of catwalk was slippery due to the weather conditions and some algea growth.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19232,"4/6/04, repairing bearing on log washer at plant. reported injury to plant manager on 4/9/04. reported slipped & fell across log inside the log washer, while attempting to lift a chain. examined by doctor on 4/14/04, no lost time. restricted only to kneeling or squatting. wear brace. follow-up mri on 5/10/04, complete bed rest, no work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19233,"while dismounting from a bobcat during rain and muddy conditions, the ee's foot slipped causing him to fall trapping his leg and injuring his right knee. he has continued to work on light duty ""restricted work activity"" and will be operated on 01/27/10.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19234,"as operator was dismounting water truck, boot caught on the step causing knee to twist",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19235,employee states he was checking engine oil in haul truck and as he pulled the dip stick out he lost his balance and fell to the ground he was seen at camc er and was released but later had pain in his buttocks and tingling in his leg. he returned to er and was removed from work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19236,"employee was walking down steps and lost footing, grabbed hand rail causing strain to left arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19237,"miner slid over side of dredge screen, slid down slowly so srl did not catch. caused contusion and neck / sternum strain. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19238,"the injured was packing supplies for cribbing and railing on the m2 area, when they twisted their right ankle. the injured was treated at a local facility for a sprained ankle but was placed on restrictions which kept them from their regular job duties. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19239,"miner slipped on snow walking to # 2 shaft, fell down spraining right wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19240,employee was opening a rail car discharge slide with a metal bar. the bar slipped from the slide roller knuckle causing him to lose his balance. he fractured his left ankle as he stumbled backwards.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19241,"subject was unrolling steel rope, 160' long. he stepped on unlevel bottom, twisting right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19242,"ee had gone up into the cab of the cat 988h loader he operates approx. 15 min prior to shift. the ee caught his heel on the steps while descending from the cab & fell striking the right temporal area of his head on a 1"" diameter steel rod at the rear of the machine. the rod is used to secure wheel chocks during normal operation. he received multiple injuries to his skull.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19243,ee climbed up a 3 step ladder to hand another technician a tool. ee was standing on the 2nd step of the ladder and holding onto the handholds on a 7858b truck. the ladder twisted out from under ee and they slipped off the ladder and twisted an ankle when they hit the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19244,stepped off motor & tripped on loose material on mine floor twisting right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19245,"our employee arrived at boxley to inspect the fire extinguishers. upon the inspection next to the crusher. ee's foot caught on the edge of the bucket of the machine. ee fell and ee's chin hit one of the steps causing a cut. ee reported to boxley management and went to obtain medical care, ee obtained 3 stitches and then was released.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19246,"employee was carrying t-board, slipped and fell against boom.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19247,employee was exiting a personnel carrier when the tip of his boot caught the edge of the personnel carrier causing him to fall. this incident did not become reportable until 11/29/10.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19248,employee stepped into parking lot near the end of a sidewalk and slipped on a frosty permanent rubber wheel chock. employee fell on left shoulder. employee did not seek medical attention until 2/25/2020.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19249,ee tripped over step in walkway causing laceration to left knee. laceration required stitches to close.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19250,"employee was cleaning(shoveling), when he slipped and twisted his right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19251,"the employee loosened the mount bolts on a damaged radiator grill on a front end loader. he removed all the mount bolts holding the grill in place. the grill was stuck, he jerked on it, the grill came loose and the employee fell off the lowest rung on a 4' ladder, striking his knee on the hard dirt.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19252,fell off ladder & sprained elbow,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19253,"employee slipped, grabbed hold of structure and twisted arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19254,"employee was walking, looked up for a moment and fell down, resulting in a broken left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19255,"employee was descending stairs and stated the ""he either missed a step or his knee just popped out"", causing him to fall. he sought medical attention and was placed off of work pending further evaluation.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19256,"driver was climbing up to get inside cab of off road truck when her foot slipped on the step causing her to fall. she hit her chin on the step, scratched both her chin and the left side of her left leg, cut right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19257,the office manager was helping a delivery driver carry boxes to the vehicle. one of the boxes began to break. the office manager reached to help. ee fell and struck a vehicle with the left side of face. the employee did not wish to seek medical attention at that time but after persistent pain in the neck decided to pursue it. ee saw a chiropractor 4/26/16.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19258,employee was walking along the track and fell down. unknown reason to him.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19259,the ee was loading supplies on roof bolt machine. ee was carrying a bundle of plates& tripped onthe bolter cable. before he fell he tossed the plates away from his body. he landed on his w-65 that was strapped on his belt. x-ray showed a cracked rib & bruises to left side.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19260,he had one hand on handrail and the other hand had tools in it. when he reached the bottom step his ankle gave way. he used the handrail to lower his body to the ground. his supervisor then helped him to the breakroom and called safety to look and report. she asked him did he need medical treatment and he replied no. he was driven home and later seen at the local er.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19261,ee was washing the impactor basement with a firehose. he slipped on the steps & hit his hip on the steps as he fell,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19262,the miner was either entering or exiting the cab of a terex ta-30 articulated end dump when he either slipped or lost his grip causing him to fall backwards from the truck striking his back on a concrete barrier then landing on the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19263,it is reported ee was stepping from a concrete pier onto an extension ladder to ascend from the pier to grad level. he misjudged the step and fell approx. 12' to the concrete base at the botto m of the pier excavation.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19264,slip,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19265,"ee was trying to tightening bolt on screen that came loose. in order to get to bolt, he stepped off cat walk, with one foot on motor. as he was tightening his foot slipped off the motor, and f ell 5 feet.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -19266,while raising the concrete scaffold from ring 3 to ring 4 the employee fell 24 feet to the shaft bottom. while moving the scaffold up to ring 4 only one d ring of the two provided was attached. as the hoist raised the platform all weight shifted to one side dumping ie to the shaft bottom. ee was also not wearing fall protection according to ee's training. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -19267,"employee was dismounting an elevated platform using steps and handrails with 3 points of contact. one foot was on the ground, and when the second foot was going from the last step to the ground, the original foot slip out from under ee and caused them to fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19268,employee was standing at long wall shield 140 when the longwall had it first fall behind the shields of the new longwall. the air pressure pushed the employee into the side of the pan line on his left side. employee did not start missing time until 03/20/2012.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19269,employee slipped and fell at the surface shop and sprained his right ankle and bruised his right elbow.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19270,"driller got out of drill to perform work around drill boom, turned ankle on rock on floor causing him to fall. left work at end of shift and said had no injury on following day went to doctor and found had broken bones in foot",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19271,"employee was on a ladder hanging curtain. he slipped and fell from ladder, entangling his foot in ladder, causing his knee to be twisted.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19272,employee was shoveling on beltline when his foot became hung in the mud causing him to sprain his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19273,cleaning snow off of # 9 conveyor belt slip on a patch of ice on grated cat walk started to fall and caught the hand rail under the left arm pit and damaged left shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19274,"i was showing ee what i needed him to do. he was walking back to his loader, he had stepped from level ground to where a dozer had trammed through, must have stepped wrong and looked to have o ver extended knee, it was only about a 6"" drop.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19275,employee was performing duty as an examiner walking beltline. employee lost footing straining right ankle. restricted duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19276,"miner was exiting dozer using three points of contact. when stepping onto track, his knee ""popped"" causing knee injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19277,"man working at bottom of #2 motor pit, standing on insulating plate. man was pulling up on 1 1/2"" diameter cable. the combination of the man's weight and the force of pulling caused plate to b reak. man broke through plate, fell straight down and scraped shin on insulating plate.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19278,"employee's loader wouldn't start so he climbed down to check the battery box and move the cables. he then decided to climb back up on the loader using only the hand rail next to the engine compartment. he lost his grip and fell on his back. the operator didn't report the incident to management until june 17th, 2011.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19279,"upon getting on the side stairway of service truck #342, while attempting to maintain 3 point contact by turning around at top of stairs to exit truck as per msha recommendations, ee lost his balance while holding the right side hand hold and impacted the top of side box with left elbow causing severe pain to left joint area.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19280,employee was working on a shot bench and twisted their knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19281,ee was walking from one roofbolter to the other roofbolter and stepped in a hole and twisted his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19282,"mechanic was removing radio from water truck. he stepped out of cab onto steps and lost his footing, resulting in a fall to the concrete floor of shop. he hurt his left shoulder, arm, and hip.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19283,"employee was dismounting excavator and lost footing and twisted right ankle. ee has been continuing to work regularly and has had only observation type medical appointments, however on 4/11/2022 ee was given an injection and has been taken off work for 2 weeks as prescribed. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19284,"ee had finished installing the trammel frame bolts. ee stepped out of the discharge box onto the mill deck on the southwest side. the grating shifted and the ee fell through the grating. ee scraped both shins. ee fell up to thighs, the ee caught self with hands.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19285,employee stated that he was hanging a fly pad using a four foot step ladder. he stated that when he stepped backwards off the ladder his right knee was hyperextended causing pain to his right knee area.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19286,"cleaning balling drum sprays in #9 balling drum, exiting, drum onto roll screen to top of stair, foot slipped, fell onto step scraping right shin. punctured leg. rcvd. stich.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19287,employee was walking out of the admin. building and tripped on a rock causing her to fall onto her lt. knee causing injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19288,employee was moving cages out of the 2d d/c and was taking them to stack. he lost his balance and squeezed the wires. that is when he felt a pop in his right fore arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19289,employee was operating a d10 dozer in the downstream random fill. employee removed his seat belt and exited through the right side door of the dozer cab to signal the haul unit operator when he slipped and fell to the ground. operator taken to fairbanks memorial hospital for treatment. x-rays show fractured wrist.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19290,"employee stepped off of a skid steer, slipped and fell in the mud.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19291,ee was pushing/lifting a heavy stone. legs went out from under him. he did a split and felt severe pain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19292,"employee slipped while walking on stairs, fell on his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19293,"climbing down from bulldozer, his foot slipped off of push arm; he fell on muffler he had removed.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19294,"he fell off a rock, twisted his left ankle; fell onto left side.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19295,"a driller walking on the pattern at night stepped into a drill hole and twisted ee's knee. after medical treatment and observation, it was determined ee needed surgery. ee missed ee's next scheduled shift on march 8th. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19296,employee slipped on ice at the top of the slope while holding handrails. felt pop in shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19297,"employee was exiting equipment when he slipped, injuring his back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19298,"employee was plastering on int. stopping, when the ladder tipped out away from stopping, causing the employee to fall.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19299,"employee picked up trash on second floor of dump and leaned over handrail to throw the trash in a coal car in the crash pit, the rail gave way and ee fell to the crash pit floor receiving a contusion to left arm and leg. no problems with mining methods, ppe, or training.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19300,"employee was walking and tripped on metal guard from concrete. employee fell and hit mouth on railing, caused a cut on lip and broken tooth.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19301,ee was walking back into the breakroom when slipped on a full water bottle that was lying on the floor. ee attempted to catch own fall but the weight of the momentum caused ee to move forward into the path of the window. causing a laceration to the knuckle of the right-hand pinky finger. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19302,the employee reported that he had been working on a silt pan. he exited the pan by climbing over the side. upon exiting he felt a strain in his back. on 11/21/05 employee visited a physician who believed he had a pinched cyatic nerve. it wasn't reported until 11/21/05,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19303,ee was on top of coal tunnel roof carrying a bucket of mixed cement. as he was walking his foot slipped and he lost his balance and rolled down on the slinker pile. ee's last day of work was 8 -15-03. he left our employee to return to fall semester of school. he was employed last summer at heartland cement company.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19304,ee had sample bags in left hand and right hand was on the handrail while walking down stairs. right hand slipped off the handrail and ee fell down six or seven stairs. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -19305,"while loading cleaning supplies from the warehouse to a pickup, while walking felt something pop in her foot. after she left work she went to see her physician were it was discovered that she had a broken bone in her right foot.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19306,employee tripped while walking at the pit staging line. employee received minor contusion on hand and received medication for discomfort in back,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19307,employee was stepping over a 24-inch line on a dump when she began to experience pain in her ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19308,employee was getting out of the ram car and twisted his knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19309,"greasing plant conveyor when he stepped in a soft spot, causing his left toes to sink in the mud. he went to his doctor on 04/16/2010 and they said he had a hair line fracture, but no treatment was needed. when we found out we sent him to the company doctor on 4/20/2010. the company doctor said the same as his doctor and gave him a special boot to wear until it healed.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19310,"ee was carrying a come-a-long to the jobsite, stepped on uneven concrete, twisted right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19311,"injury occurred while pile butt was repairing handrail at the quarry spring line. he cut the handrail away and lost footing resulting in a fall to the water below, where he struck a float in the water. this resulted in two broken ribs and a punctured lung. employee will be off duty until he has rehabilitated. lost time injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19312,"was on drill checking a leak, started off drill slipped lost footing fell on ground hurting ankle foot area",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19313,injured was fire bossing a beltline when they stepped in a hole and suffered a sprain to the left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19314,"employee was replacing skirting on #1 belt in crusher building. boots were wet from water on floor, slipped going up the stairs and banged his right shoulder on railing.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19315,b-rail was being pulled by golo and employee was walking beside rail guiding it. rail rolled over onto employee's right ankle resulting in employee falling.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19316,"employee was mining at tom taylor mine and jumped between two timbers, missing the second timber and fell approx. 10' and injured his lower back.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19317,"employee slipped and fell outside while walking in snow / ice conditions. ee fell to ee's buttocks, experiencing mild back and leg pain. ee received initial first aid and on 12/25/2016 went to the er for increasing pain. ee received a ct scan disclosing disc bulge in the lumbar area, with 4-6 weeks of pt and an mri ordered. no missed work to date.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19318,miner was walking in mine area when he tripped and fell on ground. he broke his left hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19319,injury due to attempting to rescue another worker.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19320,"the employee twisted left knee while stepping down from a front-end loader. the knee swelled, was observed for a period of time, and subsequently operated on for a torn cartilage on december 1 6, 2003. he was plant operator at time of accident and plant manager at time of surgery.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19321,tripped over washdown hose while washing a conveyor tunnel. the walkway has a metal grade (expanded metal). when employee fell his finger got caught in the expanded metal and over extended his finger. the over extending cause the skin to rip apart.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19322,"ee was moving material around.ee picked up a piece of scrap metal abd while walking he slipped on some ice and twisted his back, but did not fall.ee told coworker he hurt himself, but did not feel that it was serious. next day felt sore and pain, went to dr and was informed he has piched nerve.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19323,injured bent down to pick up a saddle (belt structure). when injured stood up ee's shirt got caught causing ee to lose footing. ee fell and smashed ee's fingers between two saddles. this resulted in a fractured little finger with six sutures. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19324,employee was at 5 drive removing lights from the roof and tripped over cable lying on the floor. employee twisted right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19325,"employee stepped upon a bin lid before ensuring lid was properly seated on bin. the lid shifted, turned up and hit him in the groin. he lost his balance and fell scraping his outer thigh.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19326,"employee stepped off center walk way to the mine floor at the rear end of a roof bolting machine, and injured his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19327,"employee was climbing on to the front end loader, slipped and twisted, causing a lumbar strain.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19328,employee stepped on drilling line improperly andsprained right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19329,employee slipped and fell onto the concrete floor while walking from the entrance door of the portal building to the check in/out board to remove his tag.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19330,"ee was beginning his shift by performing pre-shift exam on coal truck. he had climbed into the cab & started the engine & began to dismount the truck when his footing slipped, resulting in him falling face down approx. 3'to the ground. he was not using 3 points of contact & also had cleaning supplies in his hand. he complained of pain to his forehead & elbow. sprained elbow.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19331,"ee was standing on top step of lift pump, stepped backwards, foot slipped ee fell on right buttocks. no complaints, over time had discomfort, on 9/5 ee was seen in clinic & later seen by co. dr. ee had prior back problem, referred to specialist no restrictions that would limit duties. f/up visit w/specialist on 1/26/18 condition had not improved, ee was placed on modified duty.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19332,"ee stepped off the bus at phoenix mine site parking lot. ee's ankle turned and ee felt immediate pain. seen at golden valley, xrays being reviewed. ee released to restricted duty and referred for an orthopedic consult.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19333,walking to the plant building. slipped on icy patch. grabbed hold of the guardrail to stop from falling. pulled ligament in legal knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19334,victim was standing on the ground cleaning out the bed of a haul truck when he slipped and struck his chin against the bed and incurred a laceration on his chin.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19335,"employee was helping to pull an electrical cable by hand with a pulling rope. while pulling the rope broke and the three employees fell at ground level. when they fell, their legs got tangled and caused a hairline fracture in the employees right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19336,"two miners were working in the raise, a third ee was part way up the raise. he heard a bang & saw the two miners go down. ee went up to see what happened & slipped then fell down the raise about 17'.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall down raise, shaft or manway" -19337,ee was walking in the #2 entry-outby the section when he stepped in a hole and twisted his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19338,breaking stone and fell between the stones and one stone rolled back onto ee's leg,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19339,the employee was working from a ladder when the ladder slipped out from under him and he fell approximately 4 feet to the catwalk. while falling his right forearm sustained three lacerations from contact with a guard. the employee received sutures.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19340,"while replacing a broken wire cable, ee slipped on the tracks of the dropball, hitting his neck and right shoulder on a pad. ee was working on restricted duties until 12-30-02, when he was or dered by neurosurgeon to perform no more work until mri evaluation is complete.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19341,employee was climbing over seal & screw. when she climbed back after inspecting the speed switch she landed on her foof awkwardly.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19342,"ee shut off the electric heater breaker, was in route to take the heater out of the primary crusher when he slipped on the snow on the conveyor belting that is on the ground in front of the panel box. he twisted his left leg when he fell.(aggravating an existing problem with his left wrist,needed surgery (3/17/09) by 220090980024)",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19343,getting out of truck and fell on ground and hurt right knee and right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19344,"servicing 26-0073 from top step, right side rear step 35"" from floor changing filters, foot slipped off dirt on step, employee fell to shop floor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19345,while walking across the mine yard the ee fell & injured his right arm. ee cont to work but started missing on 10/16/00,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19346,he was getting on the excavator when his right knee gave out on him and caused him to fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19347,employee was working inside back of welding truck. he slipped and fell on welder in back of truck hitting left side of ribs (snow and sleet conditions). he went to hospital for x-rays: only bruised ribs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19348,employee hurt knee when he fell down a stairway. he had his lunch box in one hand and his tool box in his other hand.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -19349,"ee was walking to his vehicle after work when he cut between the rows, crossing over a low guardrail. he tripped as he crossed & regained his footing but then caught his foot on the strap of his lunch back, this caused him to fall forward striking the ground & sustaining a laceration to his hand & scrapes to his face. he received 23 stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19350,turned and started to walk toward barge timberhead to lift breasting cable and slipped on coal fines lying on wet barge decking. she strained her right knee and right ankle. injured began losing time on 11/29/06.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19351,"employee was unloading supplies when cutting blades for a grader started shifting. he stepped to get in the clear and tripped over a hydraulic unit, falling to the ground catching his fall with his left hand causing a hair line fracture. he is continuing working his regular job.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19352,"late report of injury by employee- reported on 2/16/09. employee stated that as he was pulling on the base of a stop sign, which was bent, the base broke causing him to fall to the ground landing on his left elbow. (straightening of the stop sign post was not a job assignment by the supervisor. the employee elected to perform this task on his own.)",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19353,"uncovering a truckload of filter sand prepairing to load the truck, while reaching and straining to unwrap the plastic cover, employee slipped and twisted his right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19354,"employee was checking hydraulic fluid in sight glass. employee had 3 point of contact moving towards tank when feet slipped on wet track, ee fell and landed on ee's right side resulting in dislocation to ee's left shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19355,"the entire plant area was covered in a skiff of snow, with some small icy areas. employee was walking from secondary plant area to primary area into an area that had not been cleared due to limited access. he slipped on a patch of ice injuring his left wrist.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19356,while climbing down off the overcast. he missed a step and landed on his ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19357,a truck driver from a trucking co that's a subsidiary of r.w. sidley was loading sand at rw sidley's dry plant when the driver tripped on a 2x4 that was partially covered in sand and landed on knee. the incident was not reported until 2/21/23. the mine was notified on 2/27/23 that the driver had sought medical attention and this had become a reportable incident.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19358,ee scraped his right shin while entering cab of drill when his right foot slipped on step. this happened approx.2 months ago but employee didn't seek medical attention until 12/8/11. he was treated by a doctor on 12/8 for an infection. his wound was cleaned and dressed. no restrictions or lost time. incident is being reported within 10 days of seeking medical attention.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19359,ee slipped on the last 4 stairs in the packing area.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -19360,employee was stepping off the trailer deck to ground - left leg got caught and twisted knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19361,"fueling motor grader, grease on shoes, slipped and fell on tire.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19362,"scraper coming out of waste area lunged to the side hitting another scraper stopped to the side of the waste area, causing the operator to fall to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19363,was lapping belt when ee stepped into a hole twisting his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19364,an employee was walking along the bulk tanker truck scale while a truck was on it and was being loaded while carrying a tall cardboard box. ee's box got pinned between the truck and a wall causing ee to forcefully push it through which caused ee to trip off the scale and strike face with the box. employee went back to work but ended up having septoplasty surgery on 12/5/19.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19365,"while out cleaning windows on loader, foot slipped on icy surface and twisted ankle resulting in a fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19366,"employee was ascending a concrete walkway along side of the primary crusher conveyor belt when he slipped and fell, striking his left index finger on the steel conveyor railing. result-laceration requiring 4 stitches.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19367,frost in morning creating a slipping hazard on ladder of mitsubishi 45 ton loader.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19368,"setting up for a job on #6 kiln burner pipe and parked they're truck along the east side of the bldg. next to #6 cooler. at approx 2:40am injured was handling a welding lead cord from the back of the truck to another ee. he kicked a pallet out of his way and he stepped down hard, fell and twisted his back and hip. medical treatment w/restrictions until full return 5/28/09.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19369,employee was walking down some stairs and stumbled. after he stumbled he felt a pain in his hip. employee did not want to go to the doctor at this time. the pain has not gone away and the employee wished to see a doctor on 11/14/2013. employee has been put on restricted duty as of 11/15/2013.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -19370,employee was stepping out of railrunner when he twisted his right ankle. employee receive a fracture to his right ankle. due to this injury he became a lost time on 9/14/2010.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19371,employee was attempting to raise up from a kneeling position when foot slipped causing employee to fall forward. employee tried to catch self with left arm and felt a pain in left arm and shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19372,"employee heard noise, as he was walking in surface area near highwall miner, he tripped on pile of coal & fell, hitting head on miner.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19373,"employee was walking along frame of rock crusher, slipped off and fell to ground causing elbow injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19374,ice on ground after snow storm and thaw/freeze. worker was walking to pick up truck and fell. as ee was falling ee tried to put arm out to catch self which caused a humerus fracture to right arm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19375,"ee was operating the miner and started to turn around. he was standing in a muddy arae and his boot stuck in the mud, causing him to twist his knee. he finished his shift, continued to work until his appointment with an orthopedic surgeon. all x-rays were negative, but due to pain in squatting, was placed on restricted duty on 9/8/08.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19376,"employee was walking in an area that was 5 breaks outby. the face when he slipped and twisted his ankle. left. on 8/20/07 he went to the dr and was diagnoised with a hairline fracture of the left fibula approx. 3"" above the ankle. accident became reportable on 8/20/07.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19377,step down 1 step and sprained ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19378,repairing water pump in cone pump room. slipped & fell on wet board which was used to stay out of the water/mud caused by the pump failure. struck lt. forearm on metal guard.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19379,this ee slipped & fell as he dismounted a haulage trk. he strained his right shoulder & arm whenhe caught himselft. shoulder surgery was required on 3/31/03,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19380,"employee was installing cab protection guards. he was getting down from upper deck and slipped twisting his right knee and overextending it. the entire machine had a thin layer of ice on it, including the sheet metal on it.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19381,"employee was walking and tripped on a rock and fell. they reached out their right hand as they fell, causing a broken finger as they landed.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19382,operator of truck #337 was fueling haul truck. she stepped from truck catwalk to fuel tank containment wall and twisted her right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19383,"ee was removing a brake converter. he had to remove an air line on the top. he had to stand on the muffler of the truck. when he went to lower himself down, he grabbed the resevoir & the cap c ame off in his hand & he fell backwards on his back & hit his head on the transmission mount.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19384,"as the employee was walking between the mud mixing tank and the drill helper working area, tripped and sprained left thumb when employee came into contact with the ground. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19385,"injured slipped & fell onto his right elbow & right shoulder. he continued to work until 5/17/00, at which time he went to the dr & was told to take time off to allow for healing to take place.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19386,"as ee was tying a nylon rope to the outside of the be 2570 dragline, the dragline drifted causing the tope to tighten beneath his feet. as the rope was pulled he lost his footing and fell aprp ox. 2 feet. to the ground fracturing his right fibula. he was treated at st. mary er in evansville, in.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19387,got out of scoop. he felt pain in lower back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19388,ee was checking pipe line connections on leach pad #4 when he slipped & fell on some ice. he immediately felt sharp pain in his lower back. did not seek medical treatment until 03/15/04.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19389,"ee was attempting to climb ladder on front end loader when his foot slipped. he was holding the ladder with one hand, and he strained his hand and arm.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19390,"operator was dismounting a loader. as they reached the bottom rung of the ladder, right knee gave out. operator tried to hold on with hands but lost grip and fell to the ground. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19391,employee was doing an inspection of a dragline and slipped on some rocks. he fell and sustained a severe strain/sprain to his right foot and ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19392,injured employee was helping disconnect a safety chain on the dredge ladder. his right foot slipped and he twisted his left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19393,"employee was conducting preshift examination on his front end loader, when he missed/slipped on the first step. frost was on the ground and equipment.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19394,"ee had fallen backward landing flat on ee self-rescue unit, causing severe pain to lower back. ee was transported to hospital and released full duty. on 12/03/04, ee experienced shortness of breath after fixing roller. was sent to hospital to remove fluid from right lung, spent 3 nights at the hospital and released 12/06/04",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19395,"ee was unloading freight when banding material got hung out on the side gates of trailer. ee got on top of trailer to pull on banding material and banding material came apart and caused him to fall from trailer. ee landed on head & neck. ee said he felt fine, however the supervisor instructed him to talk to the nurse & she instructed him to go to mt graham hospital",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19396,employee parked ee's triaxle truck in the parking lot of the 021 pit. ee was adding alcohol to ee's air tank on #9048 mack truck. ee slipped on ice while walking across the parking lot. ee landed on ee's back causing bruising. ee was taken to emergency room as a precaution.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19397,"the employee was decending the ladder from the operators station, using 3 points of contact. the last few steps are wire rope constructed and the wire rope failed. the employee caught himself with his hand, thus pulling at his elbow and shoulder in supporting his weight, until he was able to stablize himself.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19398,employee was shoveling dirt and slipped and fell on her left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19399,"it was raining and ee was stacking stone on a pallet. he slipped and a rock fell on him, scratching his leg. it became infected and caused an abscess on his left thigh",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck by falling object -19400,"employee was walking over rough terrain; slipped and fell cutting ""r"" knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19401,"ee was coming down off the pit. about halfway down ee lost his footing & fell, catching himself with his r. arm & jamming his r. shoulder. doctor put ee on muscle relaxers & ee returned to work full duty. on 4/13/04 around 10:10 am, ee was loading 30"" idlers into back of pickup, reinjuring his right shoulder. taken to emerg. room for x-rays. put off duty & pt 4 days/week.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19402,"employee was dismounting his 992g loader when he slipped and fell to the ground landing on his back and side. he fell approximately 58"" to the ground. it was raining when he fell causing the steps and handrails to be wet. no problems were noted with the steps or handrails after the accident.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19403,employee was walking backwards from the forklift after putting a chain on the tugger and tripped over a crib tie. ee landed on the right hand/wrist and ended up with a fractured wrist. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19404,ee was cleaning conveyor belt and stepped off belt onto platform. ee fell into a hole in platform causing dislocation of ee's right shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19405,"ee was greasing a wide body truck. as he moved between the tires his foot came in contact with the dump chain causing him to fall to the ground. he landed on his left side striking his face, b ack, left leg and left arm on the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19406,employee fell off water truck.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19407,employee was walking down small flight of steps six steps total. employee stated he misjudged the top step causing him to twist his right ankle. employee stated he did not fall at any time. he was utilizing three point of contact.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19408,employee was walking down bottom flight of stepsto cement clinker cooler pit to make a daily in-spection of the area when he missed a step and strained his lower back. employee was given osteopathic manipulative treatment and placed onrestricted duty. returned to regular duty on 11/05/01.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -19409,"employee was replacing a guard on a conveyor. he was sent after a nut and washer. the employee turned, walked into a hanging ladder from the conveyor and fell against a concrete support. this fall caused injury to the employee's ribs.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19410,employee said ee tripped on some metal strips and fell on the low-boy deck and hurt back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19411,employee using a exit ladder which was up in retracted position on the side of a new p & h shovel when the weight of the employee caused the ladder to extend down approximately 8 feet causing sprain to his left ankle. employee was placed on restricted duty.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19412,ee was installing a pressure gauge when he slipped and hit his shoulder on an i-beam. (this resulted in 3 restricted days).,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19413,"injured employee was pulling roof bolter cable around the block when he ran out of excess slack, as the cable pulled tight it forced the injured employee to the ground resulting in him striking his right shoulder causing a strained shoulder and neck muscles.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19414,"technician was under a drill removing a/c cables. as ee was pulling some hoses out of the way, the hose slipped. the technician stepped back to catch self and stumbled on a rock, falling and breaking ee's right ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19415,"while helping build a crib, employee was carrying a crib block when he tripped and fell onto another crib block dislocating his left shoulder. employee was working over his scheduled shift.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19416,employee slipped while walking from slope screens to operator's shack landing on his buttocks.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19417,employee was dismounting the d9 dozer with both hands carrying tools. he stepped onto the push arm & slipped striking both shins on the push arm and subsequently falling to the ground striking his head. he declined first aid medical treatment on 4-9-13. he went to boon memorial hospital on 4-10-13 where he was treated by the e.r. physician and released to return to work 4-17-13.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19418,employee went to investigate a dusting situation at the silo discharge. ee climbed the ladder to the upper platform and found spillage on the platform. upon trying to descend the ladder ee lost ee's footing and fell to the lower level. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19419,the ee was walking down the stairs and he slipped and fell. the stairs were very narrow which caused his fall. he strained his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall down stairs -19420,"tripped on a rock and fell, striking his right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19421,employee injured his left foot and ankle when his foot tangled in the miner cable while running from a fall on the pillar section.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Caught in, under or between NEC" -19422,got out of my car after checking the fuel level in the fuel tank. my foot went out from under meon the snow and i landed with my left leg underneath me.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19423,"office employee fainted, due to an ongoing personal medical issue, and fell striking right shoulder on the ground. this resulted in a dislocated shoulder and small fracture to one of the bones in the shoulder.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19424,employee jumped approx. 4 ft. from man backet to ground - felt pain in left knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19425,"employee was setting up a heating device in our wet processing plant area when ee stepped backwards and slipped on a sheet of ice. the employee landed on wrist, causing a closed fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19426,the employee was climbing a step-ladder when employee fell causing injury.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from ladders -19427,employee slipped on a scaffold and fell approximately 10 feet landing on a horizontal scaffold pole in the sitting position.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -19428,"at approximately 0500 this morning, an operator twisted his ankle at the gallery chute on 484 rail level. no first aid was required and he continued to work on his normal duties. employee worked his shift then went to the dr. the next day, x-rays revealed a fracture to his ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19429,"saw 3 was moved, the ground was wet. no ice was visible but it is possible after the running water was moved. ee was walking around the end of the track and lost footing twisting an ankle. there was gravel/sand down and salt available in the area if needed. neither ee nor the witness could say if there was ice or not. a picture was taken after ee was taken care of.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19430,employee stated ee was walking long wall face and ee's left leg got stuck and ee twisted ee's left knee ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19431,employee greaser was woming down ladder of lube truck to ground. he put his foot on a small rock. he stated that the rock moved and he fell to the ground hurting his right leg below his knee. therefore causing body weight to be on right foot and ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19432,"employees were removing brick liner of pre-heat tower - stage 4 vessel riser duct - using chipping guns and jackhammers, when second stage scaffolding collapsed causing employees to fall to tower floor - est 14 to 20 feet. there were no serious injuries. employee fell against the face and slid to bottom.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms" -19433,employee was walking in the last open x-cut when he slipped on wet pavement and twisted his left ankle. he did not seek first aid. he drove himself out of the mine and went to the er with his wife driving.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19434,"ee stepped on a loose clod of dirt, causing ee to fall in a large rock.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19435,ee was carrying a belt roller up a set of steps to an overcast. ee slipped and fell onto the roller bruising his ribs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19436,ee was washing down wash plant umtery cold conditions walkway became icy ee slipped and fell to surface breaking collar bone and bruising ribs.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19437,ee was climbing stairs to loading rack when he slipped and fell. his gloved hand (rt) slipped from the railing and in attempting to catch/break the fall his left wrist bent causing a sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19438,"employee was making his usual rounds, began to climb down the staircase into thickner tunnel #8 and fell to the cement below. fractured l1, l2, l3, sacrum and skull.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19439,at the end of shift employee was walking to truck to get a wrench and stepped on uneven ground and twisted right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19440,"member was crossing belt cross-over and slipped and fell. member continued to work until july 11, 2005. *note: member first day off 7-11-05.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19441,ee was climbing down from loader and foot slipped off step. he fell backwards and landed on his back and hit his head.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19442,"grader operator was getting off his grader when his foot slipped through the bottom step causinghim to lose his balance and fall, pulling a muscle in his right leg.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19443,"injured party was in the process of moving a pump hose when he nicked the hose with his left foot. as he did this, his right foot slipped and caused him to fall, hurting his right knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19444,ee fractured left wrist when he fell.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19445,employee slipped on oil at #2 kiln pier 4 and sprained his left wrist when he caught himself.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19446,while walking down a spiral stair case injured worker felt a pop in his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19447,"employee was dismounting 990 model loader, when his foot slipped on the ladder causing him to lose his balance and fall. he landed on his right wrist and sustained a fracture.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19448,employee was getting down off the back of a bucket truck and slipped on the bumper. *employee is on a scheduled 5 week vacation followed by retirement effective 1-31-09. date returned is last day missed.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19449,employee exited the back of the administration building to board the bus to town. he slipped on a thin sheet of ice that had formed in a small puddle on the cement pad outside the building and fell on his right side injuring his right knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19450,"closing a regrind vlave, when the handle suddenly spun freely around hard hat slipped backwards and handle hit ee on top of head. scalp laceration.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19451,lost footing while walking down a muddy slope.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19452,slipped in mud twisted back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19453,ee was carrying a bucket approximately 1/3 full of rhf clips. ee's right foot tripped on a guard that was laying on the floor. guard was off during a period for maintenance. ee fell on left knee on concrete floor.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19454,"dredge operator stood up in the john boat, lost his balance, fell, and hit his lower back on the john boat. employee reported to management, appeared ok, & refused medical treatment. on jan. 28 employee reported pain. on jan. 29 employee was taken to a doctor. doctor issued ""no work"" restrictions until feb. 5. although, employee is expected to return without restrictions.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19455,tripped an rock-knee sprain.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19456,employee was checking oil on loader before beginning work and fell to the ground.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19457,"employee bent over to pick up a screwdriver, stepped on a rock, and lost their balance and fell in a hole/offset which caused their right foot/leg to pop out causing them to fall. employee started missing 02/15/19. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19458,"an employee was putting a 4"" pipe into a warman pump tank when ee's feet slipped causing ee to fall into the tank at which time ee's left hand was smashed between the pipe and the tank.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,"Fall to lower level, NEC" -19459,on 4/12/00 the employee told us that he had hurt his foot when he jumped off the launch vehicle on 4/5/00. he went to the doctor on 4/14/00.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19460,"highway truck driver was exiting his truck, his foot slipped off the top step, fell into the truck parked next to him and then fell to the ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19461,employee tripped over a piece of angle iron and fell on his back.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19462,"uneven ground caused by ice, snow and frozen dirt. ee was walking towards ee's service truck when ee twisted ankle. it was verified that ee did not break or fracture the ankle. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19463,"an electrical planner lost his footing on a steep hillside and pivoted on his right leg to regain his balance. at this time he felt something give in his lower leg and fell to the ground. he finished the shift and went to the doctor the next day, at which time x-rays revealed a fracture to the right fibia.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19464,employee was climbing into the haul truck when he slipped and caught himself on the ladder causing a strain to his arm/shoulder,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19465,employee slipped off of excavator when exiting the machine.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19466,"ee stated that he slipped and fell while walking down the #4 entry (belt entry) of #4 unit. the bottom was wet and muddy, some rock had fell out and there was close clearance along the dmu. th is created a difficult area to walk. the fall caused pain in his left knee. ee continued experience pain & swelling. determined by mri he had torn meniscus. surgery 2/18/04 & began losing tim",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19467,"while climbing down off the track mobile, the bottom step broke causing the employee to hyper extend his left knee. he was taken to seek medical attention and was put on restricted duty until his mri on 2/5/07.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19468,employee repelled into the primary feed hopper using welding leads. a quick connection came apart in the welding lead causing him to fall. he hit his mouth on a rock resulting in two chipped teeth and one cracked tooth.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19469,injured suffered a contusion of the lower back when he stepped backward into a sharp corner of a beam.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Struck against stationary object -19470,ee fell to the quarry floor while attempting to climb directly from a haul truck into a wheel loader. he bruised a kidney in the fall.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19471,employee was building support cribs at #11 bt entry when he slipped lacerating his elbow on left forearm.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19472,employee was located 11 right development section working on 11a overcast and as he descended from the top of the overcast to the mine floor the employee fractured his left ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19473,employee was standing on the fender of a mac truck. it was raining and he slipped off of the fender and landed on his left ankle. twisted and sprained left ankle. swelling and bruising.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19474,"while dismounting the bucket loader via the ladder, ee slipped and banged his thigh against the steel step.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19475,"walking from the dust plant to the scale house, when he slipped and twisted his left ankle.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19476,"while walking past power center he slipped on loose coal and fell. experienced pain - left knee,low back. compliance not a factor. did not invlove equipment. awareness a factor.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19477,injured employee stated he was moving out of the way of a scoop car when he tripped on some blocks causing him to fall and strain his groin.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19478,"ee was bolting the face at #5 entry. he was operating the off side of the drill. he went to the operator side to get a rope belt and when returning to his side, he got his foot caught in curta in and twisted right knee. the ee continued to work w/o restrictions until 5-9. at which time a medical specialist removed him from work.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19479,"walking to east side of tank house (ew) to turn on water to clean out slime outs, on return of same path, tripped on uneven surface and fell forward catching himself with both hands, but twisted his left knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19480,ee was descending a fixed ladder and slipped and missed the last two rungs. ee experienced lower back pain and center abdomen pain,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19481,employee jumped off railroad car and injured his right ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19482,climbing down ladder on 785 when muddy boots slipped causing fall resulting in broken pelvic bone & bruised hip.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19483,"employee slipped on ice on surface on 3/13/2009. while he did not fall, he strained his back. doctor took him off work on 3/14/2009. follow up doctor appointment on 3/17/2009 resulted in full duty release.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19484,employee was on top of a de-energized continuous miner. he stepped up on a flare board on the miner tail and slipped off striking his left leg on the top of the flare board. he received a laceration to his left shin that required 6 sutures to close.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19485,"while walking to use portable bathroom facilities in the field, employee sprained his knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19486,employee was walking over to see another employee and fell forward breaking both arms.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19487,ee was checking trucks on the ready line. he exited haul truck t332 by use of the ladder. he rolled his left ankle on a rock located on the ground at the bottom of the ladder. he sustained a fracture to the mid-foot and sprained ankle.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19488,"ee was dismounting from cran3 when he slipped approx 3', falling and fracturing left rib.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19489,"the employee, who is an emt, was providing aid to an injured employee. he slipped on snow covered ground and fell onto his right side. upon medical evaluation he was diagnosed with contusions to the right shoulder and ribs and a strain to tthe right shoulder. he was placed on restricted duty after further evaluation when he returned from vacation.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19490,"on sunday, 12/18/05, the employee notified his supervisor he had had to go to the hospital emergency because his left knee was hurting due to an old injury. four days later the employee told his supervisor he might have actually injured himself at the job site on 12/17/05 while stepping off a front end loader and will need an mri to determine the severity of the injury.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19491,"the cable crew laborers were hanging bridges on the ramp leaving the 13 shovel. as the laborer was attempting to hold the rope while it was to be tied off, the rope started to slip. the laborer let go and started to run when injury to knee ocurred.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19492,"employee was descending stairway between 3rd and 2nd floor of the calciner bay. employee's boot caught the next to last step causing employee to fall, striking left knee on the grating of the stair landing. the fall caused a laceration to the left knee that required 8 stitches to close. ",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19493,looking at centerline and tripped and fell into boom on miner and hit lt shoulder.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19494,the employee lost his balance and fell against the mine coal rib while moving mine rails. the resultant injury was a contusion to the right shoulder. the accident became reportable on 8-20-2008 when the employee started missing work.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall onto or against objects -19495,"employee fell through handrail at end of catwalk, approx 25' to ground.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19496,"driver slipped off flatbed while getting down from trailer after tarping load. load was partially loaded at one area and he moved to second area to get remainder of load. while waiting for sec ond part of load, he decided to tarp load.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19497,"driver climber on top of the right rear tire on trailer of semitruck to unlatch a tarp strap sliped off the tire, ee's foot landed on a piece of coal and twisted her ankle which blew out her knee.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19498,employee was helping co-worker after a screen deck pinched coworker's ankle and ee slipped falling on knee.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19499,on 08/19/2019 employee sustained a slightly sprained ankle during normal work maintenance. on 09/27/2019 the employee experience sharp pain in the ankle and reported to ee's supervisor. an x-ray revealed a slight fracture making the incident reportable on 09/27/2019. ,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19500,"while walking to the stedman feed belt at secondary plant, ee slipped & fell at a muddy spot hitting right arm on a rock that had been removed from the feed belt. according to foreman, no trip hazard, just mud from all the rain. ee take to er then transferred via ambulance to hospital where her right elbow was reset. ee remains off work pending further evaluation",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19501,"while performing normal work duties, ee slipped and fell. ee sustained a fracture to the 11th and 12th thoracic vertebrae.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall to the walkway or working surface -19502,"employee was stepping off of a loader, he missed the bottom step landing hard to the ground on his feet.",SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Over-exertion NEC -19503,employee was loading shear head jack when his foot slipped and he fell out of motor. employee started missing 05-24-10.,SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON,Fall from machine -19504,employee was cleaning finish elevator #2 when ee was overcome with carbon monoxide.,TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19505,"ee was overcome by carbon monoxide gas, man became light headed and nauseated, was taken to hospital and given oxygen. was able to return to work the same day but job foreman would not allow h im to.",TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19506,driver was hauling sand/gravel in the dump truck-after driving for approx. 3 hours he started feeling light headed and nauseous. discovering he had been breathing in exhaust from the engine th at was leaking into the cab of the truck.,TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19507,"employee drives a pickup around property checking all offsites for concerns. is in and out of the vehicle. employee was experiencing chest pains and headache. he was taken to the local hospital and diagnosed with elevated carbon monoxide levels. when the pick up cab was monitored, it confirmed the diagnosis.",TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19508,employee's asthma was aggravated by smoke from a small vehicle engine fire. ,TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19509,"after a wait period, employee was trying to establish ventilation from a blasting shot and went down and slumped over.",TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19510,employee was working in an area where a product called mine foam was used. he inhaled the chemical causing a lung problem. **employee did not start losing time until 5/4/07 due to more breathing problems.**,TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19511,miner felt symptoms of exposure while underground operating the muck train. the tester carried by ee reported 59 ppm of co for 130 sec. ee was seen by medics and transported to hospital where ee was restricted from work for one day out of precautions.,TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19512,an electrical disruption caused the raise fan stopped working during the shift which is used to supply main vent to the ramp. the employees were unaware and continued to work. employees began to feel ill and left the area and reported it to supervisors. employees was transported to livingston health care and issued full releases.,TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19513,employee claims ee was exposed to no2 gas. company investigation revealed through gas detector data that at the time of the alleged exposure there was no no2 present in the area.,TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19514,"employee was working int he 38w fuk, hauling muck. he complaine dof difficulty breathing. the fans were not on in the area. he was diagnosed with pulmonany irritation.",TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19515,"ee reported back inj 9/27/01 to his supervisor the ee stated this was an old inj from his prioremployment with mcc date of inj 9/1/94. on 10/9 01 mcc rec'd letter from the ee's attorney claim ing back inj left elbow, toxic exposure lungs due to new injuries of left elbow & toxic exposure we have opened a new claim along with old claim",TOXIC,"Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19516,doors on bld were closed because of cold weather& we were operating forklifts & had a kerosene torpedo heater burning.,TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19517,employee claimed he had symptoms of co overexposure. he was taken to nnrh and was given oxygen. the investigation determined the co levels in the area were well within msha guidelines. it was also determined he is a smoker and hadn't eaten well prior to shift and consumed large amounts of soda. the attending physician diagnosed him with elevated carboxyhemoglobin.,TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19518,ee was going down stairs to collect sample from floc and leach. she was over taken by fumes as she entered into the building causing her to get sick and lose her voice. as a result of this she was diagnosed primarily with chemical trachetitis and chemical caused bronchitis. she is to take further tests.,TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19519,"ee laying brick in the core section of the cyclone. welders were working on the outside of vessel cutting out 2 holes in the steel shell. the welding fumes irritated ee's throat, even tho' he was wearing a welding fume respirator",TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19520,employee was working around a mine foam/seal material called pur a jennchem product. employee had an allergic reaction to product causing problems with breathing/lungs.,TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19521,"ee welded on 2/13, became sick with flu-like symptoms. felt better after ee went home. welded again on 2/17, became sick again with flu-like symptoms. seen at golden valley, testing ruled out other diseases, ee diagnosed with metal fume fever. seen again on 2/22 and released to full duty 2/23.",TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19522,"a miner was loading the heading with explosives, when ee started smelling ammonia and got a headache. as ee started loading the lifters, ee began to feel sick. two other miners in the area noticed the ammonia like smell in the area. initial indications are that anfo may have reacted with waste lime kiln dust in the same work area. ",TOXIC, -19523,ee was working in the mill lab while a coworker washed a 5 gallon bottle of water with water and clorox. he left the mill lab to get a sample for analysis. when he returned he ate breakfast an d later went to our dispensary with breathing problems. the case is pending investigation by the state insurance fund to determine if it is job related.,TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances" -19524,claims exposure to nuisance dust caused sinus problems. opened doors of environmental cab to chew and smoke tobacco. minimal exposure to dust. ee did not report this for 9 months.,TOXIC,"Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances"