September 3, 2007
WV · Coal
continuous miner operator, coal mole operator
Fatality · FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
CONSOL of Kentucky Inc.
· Struck by falling object
EE was operating continuous miner in the #4 heading was cutting right lift. Approx. 25' when top broke starting at the face falling outby into intersection. Positioned on the right side of the intersection miner from kneeling position located between the 3 & 4th row of bolts outby the face. Head and body trauma resulting in death