| Name | Age | Sex | Injuries | Injured areas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schillereff, Scott | 19 | Male | Fractured right hand, bruised knee | Not recorded |
Sunday, 8 September 1974 Scott Schillereff (19), Martin Hackworth, and Jim and Deb Currens dug into a cave at the bottom of a small pit. While descending one particular climb for the second time, Schillereff slipped and fell about 10 feet, landing on his right knee and outstretched hand. Jim Currens blocked the fall, preventing Schillereff from landing on his head. The victim was in a great deal of pain and unable to flex his knee. Using a two-man carry, Schillereff was transported a half mile in an hour. A medical examination later showed he had a possibly fractured right hand and a severely bruised knee. Analysis: Schillereff fell a short distance because of the slippery rock. The cavers thought this short climb did not require a belay.
Source: Report by Martin Hackworth.
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