# OTHER
> MSHA accident `220133030012` · 07/31/2013 · Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** OTHER
- **Accident type:** Struck by... NEC
- **Occupation:** Motorman, Motor person, Swamper, Switchman, Locomotive operator
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** METAL COVERS & GUARDS
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** NECK
- **Days lost:** 70
- **Mine experience:** 21.17 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Vulcan Materials Company
- **Operator:** Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC
- **Mine:** [1100100](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/1100100)
## Narrative

EE was assisting contractor with removing brake assembly on CAT 990 Loader. While in compartment, the prop rod for the compartment door became unlocked & a gust of wind blew the door down, striking the EE on top of his hardhat. The EE experienced neck pain from this incident. IME report on 10/16/13 changed diagnosis to cervical radiculopathy requiring physical therapy treatments.

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