# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220092670011` · 04/21/2009 · Solvay Chemicals,  Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK 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:** METAL COVERS & GUARDS
- **Nature of injury:** FRACTURE,CHIP
- **Body part:** LOWER LEG/TIBIA/FIBULA
- **Days lost:** 36
- **Mine experience:** 4.08 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Solvay S A
- **Operator:** Solvay Chemicals,  Inc
- **Mine:** [4801295](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/4801295)
## Narrative

A mechanic was replacing the pump casing on PU 56 F pump when the casing fell striking the employee on the lower portion of his right leg.  On 5-6-09 an orthopedic doctor recommended surgery. A second opinion did not recommend surgery. On August 24th the employee elected to undergo surgery.

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