# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220041690014` · 06/08/2004 · Teck Alaska Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Struck by falling object
- **Occupation:** Drill operator
- **Activity:** Handling supplies or material
- **Injury source:** MACHINE,NEC-WELDR,OFC MAC
- **Nature of injury:** AMPUTATION OR ENUCLEATION
- **Body part:** TOE(S)/PHALANGES
- **Days lost:** 74
- **Mine experience:** 12.19 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Teck Resources Limited
- **Operator:** Teck Alaska Inc
- **Mine:** [5001545](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/5001545)
## Narrative

Not following established procedures and improper use of safety equipment.  EE attempted to unhitch an air compressor trailer from pickup when the trailer dropped on his R. foot, severing his R. toe and smashing 2 others.  EE was assessed by the attending Physician Asst. at mine clinic.  EE did not use trailer stand.  EE lost his balance in the sand, dropping tongue on R. foot.

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