# SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
> MSHA accident `220063420010` · 12/06/2006 · Atlanta Sand and Supply Co Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
- **Classification:** SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
- **Accident type:** Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** GROUND
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** KNEE/PATELLA
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 0.23 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Curt B  Jamison
- **Operator:** Atlanta Sand and Supply Co Inc
- **Mine:** [0900264](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/0900264)
## Narrative

Platform on the wheel loader gave way while he was standing on it. The loader was being repaired and a supporting piece had been removed. He tried to balance himself on the platform and fell hard on his feet when the platform slipped. He suffered a jarring injury to his left knee. The mechanic has knee problem history prior to coming to the company.

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