# SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
> MSHA accident `220160560006` · 02/22/2016 · Western Fuels-Wyoming Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
- **Accident type:** Fall down stairs
- **Occupation:** Laborer, Blacksmith, Bull gang, Parts runner, Roustabout, Pick-up man, Pitman
- **Activity:** Walking, Running
- **Injury source:** STEPS
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** WRIST
- **Days lost:** 43
- **Mine experience:** 8.38 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Western Fuels Association Inc
- **Operator:** Western Fuels-Wyoming Inc
- **Mine:** [4801429](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/4801429)
## Narrative

Employee ascending steps to work station and tripped on first step. Employee landed on right hand, spraining wrist. There were no tripping hazards or obstacles present. Because miner was fitted with a splint to restrict movement, it was decided they might not be able to safely perform their duties even though employee was released to work as tolerated.

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