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SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON

220081540040 · 05/28/2008 · Morris Inc

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
Classification
SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Accident type
Caught in, under or between NEC
Occupation
Laborer, Blacksmith, Bull gang, Parts runner, Roustabout, Pick-up man, Pitman
Activity
Getting on or off equipment
Injury source
SURFACE MINING MACHINES
Nature of injury
FRACTURE,CHIP
Body part
LOWER LEG/TIBIA/FIBULA
Days lost
0
Mine experience
0.08 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Milton Morris
Operator
Morris Inc
Mine
3901469

Narrative

EE was climbing down the ladder, carrying a 4' metal bar. While trying to rechain, he lost his footing and fell. HIs leg got stuck in the 3rd rung of the ladder, as well did the bar. He hit the bar, which caused a small laceration near the groin area. He also suffered a hairline fracture in his right fibula. Will require special boot 4-6 weeks. No serious/perm injuries.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
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