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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220141420027 · 05/16/2014 · Freeport-McMoRan Tyrone Inc

Details

Degree of injury
DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Over-exertion in lifting objects
Occupation
Mine safety instructor
Activity
Handling supplies or material
Injury source
RBR,GLS,PLSTC,FIBRGLS,FAB
Nature of injury
FRACTURE,CHIP
Body part
LOWER LEG/TIBIA/FIBULA
Days lost
96
Mine experience
2.69 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Freeport-McMoRan Inc
Operator
Freeport-McMoRan Tyrone Inc
Mine
2900159

Narrative

EE was unloading a practice mannequin when he felt his leg buckle under the weight of the mannequin (approx. 150 lbs.). EE stated he heard his leg pop. EE was checked by first responders and taken to the ER. EE was diagnosed with a fractured Tibia and taken off work and referred to an Orthopedic Doctor.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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