# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220081150034` · 04/21/2008 · Asarco LLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Struck by falling object
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** AXE,HAMMER,SLEDGE
- **Nature of injury:** CONTUSN,BRUISE,INTAC SKIN
- **Body part:** UPPER ARM/HUMERUS
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 19.38 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Grupo Mexico S A B de C V
- **Operator:** Asarco LLC
- **Mine:** [0200826](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/0200826)
## Narrative

On 4-21/08. Employee mechanic was working on a motor for the # 5 rod mill in the mill building.  He reported a 12 pound hammer fell from above striking him in the left upper arm.  His arm was between the hammer and motor coupling.  He sustained contusions to the upper left arm.  On 4-22-08 employee reported to clinic to see doctor and became a restricted case.

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