# SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
> MSHA accident `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:** Massey Energy Company
- **Operator:** Elk Run Coal Co.
- **Mine:** [4607938](https://api.ai-analytics.org/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.

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