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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220092040008 · 07/21/2009 · Hecla Limited

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Over-exertion in lifting objects
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Machine maintenance
Injury source
METAL COVERS & GUARDS
Nature of injury
SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
Body part
HIPS (PELVIS/ORGANS/KIDNEYS/BUTTOCKS)
Days lost
0
Mine experience
4 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Hecla Mining Company
Operator
Hecla Limited
Mine
1000088

Narrative

While lifting a filtration lid, in a prone position on his back, from his right to overhead with the help of a coworker, the employee pulled a groin muscle. The employee was placed on restricted duty with a lifting limit of 15 pounds.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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