# SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
> MSHA accident `220071780037` · 06/19/2007 · R .E. Janes Gravel Company
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
- **Accident type:** Over-exertion NEC
- **Occupation:** Coal/ore shovel operator,  Shoveler,  Power shoveler
- **Activity:** Walking, Running
- **Injury source:** GROUND
- **Nature of injury:** FRACTURE,CHIP
- **Body part:** ANKLE
- **Days lost:** 13
- **Mine experience:** 8.75 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Ralph E  Janes III
- **Operator:** R .E. Janes Gravel Company
- **Mine:** [4103848](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/4103848)
## Narrative

Injured was walking down smooth gradual slope & twisted his left ankle. Initially he thought it was a mild sprain, however, within a couple of days it became inflamed & he was taken to the doctor. X-rays indicated a small fracture in his ankle. Because the injured is diabetic & less likely to heal naturally, the orthopedic dr. recommends surgery to minimize complications.

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