# SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
> MSHA accident `220052340090` · 08/09/2005 · Tuckahoe Sand & Gravel Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
- **Accident type:** Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms
- **Occupation:** Welder (shop)
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** GROUND
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** BACK (MUSCLES/SPINE/S-CORD/TAILBONE)
- **Days lost:** 141
- **Mine experience:** — years
## Operator
- **Controller:** James  Johnston
- **Operator:** Tuckahoe Sand & Gravel Inc
- **Mine:** [2800558](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/2800558)
## Narrative

Employee and co-worker were installing a new truck access safety platform. The hinge bracket had not been welded at the factory. (Manufacturer's defect). Hinge bracket broke free. Walkway tipped and fell to ground with both individuals falling with it.

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