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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220131640028 · 06/05/2013 · Empire Iron Mining Partnership

Details

Degree of injury
DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Over-exertion in lifting objects
Occupation
Electrician, Lineman
Activity
Handling supplies or material
Injury source
METAL COVERS & GUARDS
Nature of injury
SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
Body part
UPPER ARM/HUMERUS
Days lost
26
Mine experience
2.48 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Cliffs Natural Resources Inc; ArcelorMittal
Operator
Empire Iron Mining Partnership
Mine
2001012

Narrative

While lifting a grid cover from a water truck, employee felt a ""pop"" in his left bicep. He was evaluated by a physician and released back to work with restrictions. Surgery has been scheduled for 6/17/13.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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