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SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON

220150200079 · 01/05/2015 · Barrick Cortez Inc.

Details

Degree of injury
DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT
Classification
SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Accident type
Over-exertion NEC
Occupation
Warehouseman, Bagger, Palletizer/Stacker, Store keeper, Packager, Fabricator, Cleaning plant operator
Activity
Walking, Running
Injury source
GROUND
Nature of injury
SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
Body part
KNEE/PATELLA
Days lost
9
Mine experience
24.88 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Barrick Gold Corp
Operator
Barrick Cortez Inc.
Mine
2600827

Narrative

Ee was discussing field level risk assessment with other ees. He turned and twisted with right leg planted and felt a pop and immediate pain. When pain did not subside, he requested evaluation by a doctor. Diagnosis of torn meniscus by orthopedist on 01/15/15 after MRI review. Surgery scheduled 02/04/15.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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