# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220073480004` · 11/16/2007 · Mosaic Fertilizer LLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Handling supplies or material
- **Injury source:** METAL COVERS & GUARDS
- **Nature of injury:** CONTUSN,BRUISE,INTAC SKIN
- **Body part:** FINGER(S)/THUMB
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 7.25 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Mosaic Company
- **Operator:** Mosaic Fertilizer LLC
- **Mine:** [0800835](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/0800835)
## Narrative

While attempting to un-hook a 35 ton crane head-ache ball (100lb) which was connected to the rail load-out conveyor belt guard, the guard was just lowered from an upper level. When the mechanic attempted to un-hook the ball it shifted pinching hand between the ball and guard.  Treated as 1st aid until placed on restricted duty 12/10/07

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