# HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
> MSHA accident `220173040023` · 10/12/2017 · Solvay Chemicals,  Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
- **Accident type:** Over-exertion in wielding or throwing objects
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Hand tools (not powered)
- **Injury source:** AXE,HAMMER,SLEDGE
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** UPPER ARM/HUMERUS
- **Days lost:** 58
- **Mine experience:** 22 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Solvay S A
- **Operator:** Solvay Chemicals,  Inc
- **Mine:** [4801295](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/4801295)
## Narrative

A hoist mechanic removing a check valve nut using a 4lb hammer and a pin hammer, when ee felt a pull in arm. The employee was treated on site, before being taken to the local hospital, and was released back to work pending further evaluation.  Upon medical recommendation on October 26, 2017, employee elected surgery, scheduled for October 30, 2017.

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