# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220190510013` · 02/06/2019 · CalPortland
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
- **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:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** METAL COVERS & GUARDS
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** BACK (MUSCLES/SPINE/S-CORD/TAILBONE)
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 5 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Taiheiyo Cement Corp
- **Operator:** CalPortland
- **Mine:** [0400011](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/0400011)
## Narrative

Mechanic was removing a rear bumper and spare tire from a pickup truck on a hydraulic lift. Employee utilized co-workers for help removing both parts. Employee did not notice any discomfort at time of removal. After completing the task and taking next scheduled break, employee realized that ee had discomfort to lower back.  

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