# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220071280040` · 04/23/2007 · Elk Run Coal Company Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Struck by... NEC
- **Occupation:** Electrician, Lineman
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** WHEEL-FROM CAR OR TRUCK
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** BACK (MUSCLES/SPINE/S-CORD/TAILBONE)
- **Days lost:** 12
- **Mine experience:** 0.15 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Massey Energy Company
- **Operator:** Elk Run Coal Company Inc
- **Mine:** [4608923](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/4608923)
## Narrative

Member was changing a scoop tire when the tire fell and hit him in the chest and arm. Member continued to work until May 4, 2007 at which time he was examined by a chiropractor who stated that he suspected some disc damage and has him taken off work until the diagnosis is continued; a MRI is scheduled.

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