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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220062570016 · 08/23/2006 · Bridger Coal Company

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 COVERS & GUARDS
Nature of injury
SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
Body part
NECK
Days lost
0
Mine experience
21.48 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
MidAmerican Energy Holdings Company; IDACORP
Operator
Bridger Coal Company
Mine
4800677

Narrative

The employee was attempting to fuel a piece of equipment when the rear door of the service truck lowered striking him on the back of the neck. Initial examination and xrays were negative, however after returning from scheduled days off the employee complained of pain. The employee was examined by a physician and placed on restricted duty.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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