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SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON

220062830004 · 06/20/2006 · Lafarge North America

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
Classification
SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Accident type
Over-exertion NEC
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Handling supplies or material
Injury source
MINE FLOOR,BOTTOM,FOOTWAL
Nature of injury
SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
Body part
KNEE/PATELLA
Days lost
0
Mine experience
6.08 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Lafarge S A
Operator
Lafarge North America
Mine
2302171

Narrative

Employee was changing hydraulic hose on single boom drill and stepped off ladder. His right knee gave way as he stepped on floor, but didn't slip or fall. He did not seek treatment at that time. He began experiencing pain again 10/3 when he slipped moving a jack. He sought treatment 10/4, was diagnosed with torn cartillage. Placed on light duty pending MRI and possible surgery.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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