# SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
> MSHA accident `220052450006` · 08/10/2005 · Mosaic Phosphates Company
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
- **Accident type:** Over-exertion NEC
- **Occupation:** Welder (shop)
- **Activity:** Getting on or off equipment
- **Injury source:** MACHINE-MILL,CLEANING PLT
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** KNEE/PATELLA
- **Days lost:** 215
- **Mine experience:** 0.71 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Mosaic Company
- **Operator:** Mosaic Phosphates Company
- **Mine:** [0801004](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/0801004)
## Narrative

EE was climbing down into the hole of the revolving frame without the use of a ladder to weld a seam.  When he got to the bottom, his (L) knee gave out on him.  Reportable as of 8/25/05.  EE did not seek medical treatment until 8/25/05 (1st visit to doctor): severe knee strain requiring the use of an immobilizer, crutches and sedentary work only.

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