# SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
> MSHA accident `220110960018` · 04/02/2011 · Premier Silica LLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
- **Accident type:** Over-exertion NEC
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Climb scaffolds, Ladders
- **Injury source:** FLOOR,WALKING SURF-NOT UG
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** THIGH/FEMUR
- **Days lost:** 311
- **Mine experience:** 20.38 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Carmeuse Holding SA
- **Operator:** Premier Silica LLC
- **Mine:** [0402801](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/0402801)
## Narrative

EE, mechanic was descending down an a-frame ladder backwards after completing a torch job.  When he stepped off the ladder, his foot slipped on the concrete located in the launderer.  Employee descending down ladder improperly and working in a slippery area.

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