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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220180670008 · 02/27/2018 · Newmont USA Limited

Details

Degree of injury
DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Over-exertion in lifting objects
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Handling supplies or material
Injury source
CHAIN,ROPE,CABLE-NT CONVY
Nature of injury
HERNIA;RUPTURE
Body part
ABDOMEN/INTERNAL ORGANS
Days lost
14
Mine experience
1.38 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Newmont Corporation
Operator
Newmont USA Limited
Mine
0503695

Narrative

In the process of lifting a sling the IE felt a ""pop"" in the stomach. During medical evaluation the IE was diagnosed with a hernia around the belly button. It has yet to be determined if surgery will be required. The IE was placed on light duty restrictions.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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