# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220130640017` · 02/25/2013 · Marigold Mining Co
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Handling supplies or material
- **Injury source:** METAL COVERS & GUARDS
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** ELBOW
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 1.46 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Goldcorp; Barrick Gold
- **Operator:** Marigold Mining Co
- **Mine:** [2602081](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/2602081)
## Narrative

Mechanic was descending hydraulic shovel using manlift/basket and the locking mechanism stuck. The mechanic exited and attempted free the basket. When the mechanic pulled, the basket released causing the basket to jerk away from him. The mechanic hyper extended his right elbow. Mechanic was seen at the emergency room and given two days of light duty.

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