# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220122090034` · 07/20/2012 · Peabody Bear Run Mining LLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Struck by falling object
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** METAL COVERS & GUARDS
- **Nature of injury:** FRACTURE,CHIP
- **Body part:** FINGER(S)/THUMB
- **Days lost:** 5
- **Mine experience:** 2 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Peabody Energy Corporation
- **Operator:** Peabody Bear Run Mining LLC
- **Mine:** [1202422](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/1202422)
## Narrative

Employee was troubleshooting a boarding ladder that was leaking off. The cover that was lifted to access the hydraulic pump area fell closed, smashing 2 fingers. The cover was 24""x24"" and weighed about 20lbs.

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