# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220133160018` · 11/03/2013 · The Coteau Properties Company
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Fall from machine
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** GROUND
- **Nature of injury:** FRACTURE,CHIP
- **Body part:** WRIST
- **Days lost:** 45
- **Mine experience:** 19.12 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** NACCO Industries Inc
- **Operator:** The Coteau Properties Company
- **Mine:** [3200595](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/3200595)
## Narrative

A diesel mechanic was preparing to install a radiator in an OB truck. Was positioned at front of engine and noticed the hood in a questionable position. Pushed on the hood to check if stable. The hood shifted and moved towards mechanic. The mechanic reacted to the movement and turned to get off truck. Mechanic went off the front bumper and contracted hands with the floor.

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