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SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON

220110900033 · 03/21/2011 · Elk Run Coal Co.

Details

Degree of injury
ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID)
Classification
SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Accident type
Fall from machine
Occupation
Laborer, Blacksmith, Bull gang, Parts runner, Roustabout, Pick-up man, Pitman
Activity
Hand tools (powered)
Injury source
GROUND
Nature of injury
SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
Body part
WRIST
Days lost
0
Mine experience
1.38 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Massey Energy Company
Operator
Elk Run Coal Co.
Mine
4607938

Narrative

Member was steam cleaning on a bulldozer. As he pulled the trigger on the steam wand, the force of the released water caused him to fall off the bulldozer to the ground. He stuck his right hand out to break his off, causing injury. He was transported to hospital and diagnosed with a sprained wrist. A brace was applied and he was released back to work.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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