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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220120820029 · 10/25/2011 · Noranda Alumina LLC

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Over-exertion in lifting objects
Occupation
Beltman, Conveyor man, Conveyor belt worker, Mobile bridge carrierman, Feeder operator, Conveyor rider
Activity
Machine maintenance
Injury source
METAL COVERS & GUARDS
Nature of injury
SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
Body part
SHOULDERS (COLLARBONE/CLAVICLE/SCAPULA)
Days lost
69
Mine experience
38.25 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Noranda Aluminum Company
Operator
Noranda Alumina LLC
Mine
1600352

Narrative

EE was replacing door on #1 belt. As he lifted the door he felt a pull in his left deltoid resulting in a shoulder strain. He continued to work without restrictions.On 11/15/11 Dr. diagnosed a possible partial SLAP tear. Dr. recommends surgery if not improved in 1-2 months. Surgery performed on 3/21/12. Lost Time begins today.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
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