# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220153200020` · 11/12/2015 · R.E. Pierson Materials Corp
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Over-exertion in lifting objects
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** METAL COVERS & GUARDS
- **Nature of injury:** OTHER INJURY,NEC
- **Body part:** BACK (MUSCLES/SPINE/S-CORD/TAILBONE)
- **Days lost:** 5
- **Mine experience:** 1.58 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Richard E  Pierson
- **Operator:** R.E. Pierson Materials Corp
- **Mine:** [3600111](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/3600111)
## Narrative

Mechanic was working in a cramped space on Cat 769 on top of engine compartment. twisted and injured back while lifting engine lid to perform repairs.

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*Source: [MSHA Open Government Data](https://arlweb.msha.gov/OpenGovernmentData/) · AI Analytics · CC0 1.0*