# STRIKING OR BUMPING
> MSHA accident `220012120003` · 07/07/2001 · Mears Enterprises Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID)
- **Classification:** STRIKING OR BUMPING
- **Accident type:** Struck against stationary object
- **Occupation:** Section foreman, Bullgang foreman, Labor foreman, Leadman, Shift boss
- **Activity:** Enter/work in bins, Silos
- **Injury source:** SIDE OR RIB
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** NECK
- **Days lost:** —
- **Mine experience:** 2.69 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Kerry L  Mears
- **Operator:** Mears Enterprises Inc
- **Mine:** [3608628](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/3608628)
## Narrative

EMPLOYEE WAS CONDUCTING A PRESHIFT EXAM OF THE SECTION WHEN HE STRUCK HIS HEAD ON A PROTRUDING COAL RIB.

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*Source: [MSHA Open Government Data](https://arlweb.msha.gov/OpenGovernmentData/) · AI Analytics · CC0 1.0*