# POWERED HAULAGE
> MSHA accident `220111400007` · 05/12/2011 · Kaw Valley Sand and Gravel, Inc.
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** POWERED HAULAGE
- **Accident type:** Struck against a moving object
- **Occupation:** Ledgeman/hand, Quarry man
- **Activity:** Barge, Boat, Dredge
- **Injury source:** BLDG,STRUCT,BOAT,RAFT,NEC
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** BACK (MUSCLES/SPINE/S-CORD/TAILBONE)
- **Days lost:** 7
- **Mine experience:** 3.38 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Ben G  Kates
- **Operator:** Kaw Valley Sand and Gravel, Inc.
- **Mine:** [1401667](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/1401667)
## Narrative

This operator took another out to the dredge by jon boat.  His return trip was abruptly stopped by a sand bar.  He lunged forward and caught his foot in a bottom boat bow, wrenching his back.  Sent to doctor for lumbar strain, muscle spasms.  Doctor placed him on modified duty.  Tough to not reach or stoop or bend on any sand plant job.  He stays at home and gets physical therapy.

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