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MACHINERY

220080800024 · 03/17/2008 · Newmont USA Limited

Details

Degree of injury
DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Over-exertion NEC
Occupation
Apprentice, Trainee
Activity
Drill face, Rib, Side, Down
Injury source
DRIL-PRCUSV,HRD ROC,JKHMR
Nature of injury
SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
Body part
KNEE/PATELLA
Days lost
5
Mine experience
0.08 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Newmont Corporation
Operator
Newmont USA Limited
Mine
2602374

Narrative

While operating a jackleg drill installing bolts in the left rib, employee picked up drill and spun to the left when he felt his knee pop. He sought medical attention and was placed on restricted duty.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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