# MACHINERY
> MSHA accident `220042860030` · 10/06/2004 · Imerys Carbonates USA, Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
- **Classification:** MACHINERY
- **Accident type:** Over-exertion NEC
- **Occupation:** Blaster, Shooter, Shotfirer, Explosive worker, Powder gang/monkey
- **Activity:** Underground equipment, NEC
- **Injury source:** CRANES,DERRICKS
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** BACK (MUSCLES/SPINE/S-CORD/TAILBONE)
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 5 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Imerys S A
- **Operator:** Imerys Carbonates USA, Inc
- **Mine:** [0900047](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/0900047)
## Narrative

Employee was operating a Getman scaler.  Developed back strain (spasms) during his shift.  Requested medical treatment on 10/07 (next day).

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