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SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON

220133440011 · 12/09/2013 · The National Lime and Stone Company

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Accident type
Fall to the walkway or working surface
Occupation
Ledgeman/hand, Quarry man
Activity
Handling supplies or material
Injury source
GROUND
Nature of injury
FRACTURE,CHIP
Body part
KNEE/PATELLA
Days lost
140
Mine experience
7 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
National Lime & Stone Co.
Operator
The National Lime and Stone Company
Mine
3300125

Narrative

Mechanic was trying to secure a tarp on an excavator. The wind was whipping and he lost his balance and fell on the ground. He landed on a previously injured knee (right). It was reported to the company immediately. Safety staff picked him up to be seen by a doctor. It was diagnosed as a fractured patella. He will see a specialist on Thursday at 9:15 a.m.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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