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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220171700012 · 06/16/2017 · United States Gypsum Company

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Machine maintenance
Injury source
METAL,NEC(PIPE,WIRE,NAIL)
Nature of injury
FRACTURE,CHIP
Body part
HAND (NOT WRIST OR FINGERS)
Days lost
0
Mine experience
2.46 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
USG Corporation
Operator
United States Gypsum Company
Mine
3400266

Narrative

Employee was removing an elevator chain pin that was wedged between the idler and elevator casing. While pulling the pin, the employee placed right hand over the end of the pin. Another mechanic who was assisting in this job was jogging the elevator. The elevator rolled back wedging the pin against the floor and the employee's right hand.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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