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HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)

220150550031 · 12/18/2014 · LCT Energy, LP

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Accident type
Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Hand tools (not powered)
Injury source
CROWBAR,PRY BAR
Nature of injury
SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
Body part
SHOULDERS (COLLARBONE/CLAVICLE/SCAPULA)
Days lost
6
Mine experience
1.46 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
JAZ Ventures LP
Operator
LCT Energy, LP
Mine
3609974

Narrative

Mechanic was using a pry bar on a rusty piece of equipment. The pry bar slipped free, causing the mechanics arm to jerk upward quickly. He said that he felt something tear when this happened. The injured worker continued to work his regular duty until 02/11/2015, when he had corrective surgery.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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