November 1998

Machinery - While driving a dozer over a bank, the dozer bottomed out, jarring and injuring the miner.
(71 lost days)

Handtools (Non-Powered) - While repairing a hub bearing on a wheel rotor, a miner struck his thumb with a 32 oz. hammer. (69 lost days)

Powered Haulage - After operating a loading in a rough surface area, a miner complained about pain in his right shoulder area. (3 lost days)

Striking or Bumping - A miner stated he hit his head while walking near the face area. ( 2 lost days)

Powered Haulage - A steering wheel spun and caught a miner's thumb in the wheel. (No lost days - restricted activity)

Handling of Materials - While lifting an elbow from a tractor, the miner injured his groin. (No lost days)

Powered Haulage - A truck hit a dip in the haul road, pushing the miner down in his seat. The miner complained of pain in his lower back. (30 lost days)

Slip of Fall of Person - A miner was washing mud from the company vehicle when he twisted his right knee while stepping from the vehicle. (22 lost days)

Slip of Fall of Person - While standing on a fuel tank, a miner slipped and jerked back, injuring himself.
(47 lost days)

Handtools (Non-Powered) - A hammer slipped from a miner's hand and hit his head. (No lost days)