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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220160740018 · 03/04/2016 · Subtropolis Mining Co.

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Struck by falling object
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Machine maintenance
Injury source
METAL COVERS & GUARDS
Nature of injury
SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
Body part
BACK (MUSCLES/SPINE/S-CORD/TAILBONE)
Days lost
5
Mine experience
9.44 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
W Thomas Mackall
Operator
Subtropolis Mining Co.
Mine
3304547

Narrative

While attempting to lift a heavy plate to secure on the machine, the plate slipped of the machine and employee tried to catch it. This resulted in a strain to the lower back.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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