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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220140640008 · 02/21/2014 · Tilden Mining Company L C

Details

Degree of injury
DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects
Occupation
Building repair man, Maintenance
Activity
Handling supplies or material
Injury source
METAL COVERS & GUARDS
Nature of injury
SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
Body part
WRIST
Days lost
51
Mine experience
16.96 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
U.S. Steel Canada; Cliffs Natural Resources Inc
Operator
Tilden Mining Company L C
Mine
2000422

Narrative

EE was attempting to straighten the worm gear drive that was just placed on a pallet. While attempting to do this, he felt discomfort in his L wrist. He was evaluated by a Physician, a splint was ordered and he was given restrictions.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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