# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220160740012` · 03/04/2016 · George Reed Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Rubbed or abraded
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Handling supplies or material
- **Injury source:** MISCELLANEOUS,NEC
- **Nature of injury:** JOINT,TENDON,MUSCL INFLAM
- **Body part:** KNEE/PATELLA
- **Days lost:** 7
- **Mine experience:** 9.71 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Reed Family Companies
- **Operator:** George Reed Inc
- **Mine:** [0403761](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/0403761)
## Narrative

During shift miner unknowingly sustained a minor superficial abrasion on EE's right knee.  Two hours after shift, EE noticed inflammation, and rapid swelling.  At ER EE was diagnosed with prepatellar bursitis, given antibiotics, and released.  After 48 hours swelling continued.  EE was admitted to hospital for drainage of knee, IV antibiotics, and observation.

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