# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220050540035` · 12/04/2004 · Lhoist North America of Arizona Inc.
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Struck by falling object
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** METAL,NEC(PIPE,WIRE,NAIL)
- **Nature of injury:** UNCLASSIFIED,NOT DETERMED
- **Body part:** KNEE/PATELLA
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 0.23 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Lhoist Group
- **Operator:** Lhoist North America of Arizona Inc.
- **Mine:** [2600081](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/2600081)
## Narrative

Repairing GMC 5 ton dump truck he was installing drive to carrier bearing bracket when drive slipped and fell, striking his left knee. Original treatment was some physical therapy, no time lost and no limitations. Injury developed to a point where Dr recommends minor surgery.

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