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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220061670003 · 05/15/2006 · Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Over-exertion in lifting objects
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Handling supplies or material
Injury source
BELT CONVEYORS
Nature of injury
SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
Body part
MULTIPLE PARTS (MORE THAN ONE MAJOR)
Days lost
17
Mine experience
27 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Legacy Vulcan Corp (Form:Vulcan Materials Co)
Operator
Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC
Mine
0100009

Narrative

Employee was lifting idlers into place on top section tail pulley of conveyor. Injured his back, resulting in back/leg pain, day following the incident. Didn't realize injury immediately and did not notify supervisor. On vacation 5/17-5/23 went to personal physician; had an epidural. Risk Mgmt conducted investigation; accepted claim 6/08/06.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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