# SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
> MSHA accident `220082320017` · 08/12/2008 · Chevron Mining Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
- **Classification:** SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
- **Accident type:** Struck by... NEC
- **Occupation:** Ledgeman/hand, Quarry man
- **Activity:** Drill face, Rib, Side, Down
- **Injury source:** DRIL-PRCUSV,HRD ROC,JKHMR
- **Nature of injury:** FRACTURE,CHIP
- **Body part:** FINGER(S)/THUMB
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 0.08 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Chevron Corporation
- **Operator:** Chevron Mining Inc
- **Mine:** [2901267](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/2901267)
## Narrative

EE was using a jackleg drill on a xlift installing ground support.  2nd ee entered the work area, failing to replace the safety chain on the deck.  EE stepped back lost his balance and jumped back into the articulation area of the xlift with his hand on the engine cover for balance, thumb was struck by the jackleg. Sutures and Tip of thumb fractured.

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*Source: [MSHA Open Government Data](https://arlweb.msha.gov/OpenGovernmentData/) · AI Analytics · CC0 1.0*