# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220141340036` · 03/10/2013 · Hanson Aggregates LLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Struck by... NEC
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Getting on or off equipment
- **Injury source:** PASS CARS,PICKUP TRUCKS
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** KNEE/PATELLA
- **Days lost:** 329
- **Mine experience:** 36.92 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Heidelberg Materials AG
- **Operator:** Hanson Aggregates LLC
- **Mine:** [4100025](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/4100025)
## Narrative

A mechanic suffered a torn meniscus in the left knee when the tailgate on the service truck struck his knee while attempting to climb in the bed. The employee refused medical attention until January 20th, 2014. The employee continued his normal duties until surgery on May 13th 2014. This report is delayed due to delayed diagnosis and no medical treatment for 14 months.

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