# STRIKING OR BUMPING
> MSHA accident `220071690032` · 06/04/2007 · RoxCoal Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** STRIKING OR BUMPING
- **Accident type:** Struck against stationary object
- **Occupation:** Continuous miner helper, Coal mole helper, Bridgeman
- **Activity:** Observe operations
- **Injury source:** UNDERGRD MINING MACHINES
- **Nature of injury:** CONTUSN,BRUISE,INTAC SKIN
- **Body part:** HAND (NOT WRIST OR FINGERS)
- **Days lost:** 55
- **Mine experience:** 15.44 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Severstal Resources
- **Operator:** RoxCoal Inc
- **Mine:** [3609260](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/3609260)
## Narrative

EE placed his right hand on the drill head for body support while observing roof conditions. His hand slipped, causing EE to strike gloved hand on drill head. Roof bolter not energized. EE continued to work regular duty until 6/13/07, at which time he went on restricted duty.

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