# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220091170039` · 03/21/2009 · Emerald Coal Resources LP
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Over-exertion NEC
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Couple or uncouple mine car
- **Injury source:** METAL COVERS & GUARDS
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** SHOULDERS (COLLARBONE/CLAVICLE/SCAPULA)
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 6.46 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Foundation Coal Corporation
- **Operator:** Emerald Coal Resources LP
- **Mine:** [3605466](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/3605466)
## Narrative

He was attempting to uncouple a diesel mantrip, when he lifted the bar he felt pain in his right shoulder. He continued to work at his regular duties but continued to have pain. He was removed from work on 4/23/2009 due to a possible left rotator cuff tear.

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