# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220172980031` · 10/23/2017 · IMI Fabi LLC
## 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:** Handling supplies or material
- **Injury source:** METAL,NEC(PIPE,WIRE,NAIL)
- **Nature of injury:** FRACTURE,CHIP
- **Body part:** HAND (NOT WRIST OR FINGERS)
- **Days lost:** 64
- **Mine experience:** 0.44 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** IMI Fabi SPA
- **Operator:** IMI Fabi LLC
- **Mine:** [4604335](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/4604335)
## Narrative

Operator was exchanging a motor 40lbs. and gear box 50lbs. when they lost grip, lost balance and the item fell and landed on their left hand. Basic first aide was given, employee requested further evaluation. Operator was transported to the hospital at 8:00P.M. Left hand was bandaged. Operator has a fracture and surgery was performed on 10/24/17.

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