# SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
> MSHA accident `220193380008` · 10/19/2019 · KOSMOS CEMENT CO.
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT
- **Classification:** SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
- **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:** HERNIA;RUPTURE
- **Body part:** HIPS (PELVIS/ORGANS/KIDNEYS/BUTTOCKS)
- **Days lost:** 2
- **Mine experience:** 38 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Cemex S A
- **Operator:** KOSMOS CEMENT CO.
- **Mine:** [1504469](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/1504469)
## Narrative

A maintenance repair person was tasked with replacing a transfer pump on the grinding aid tank. The employee stepped back, and EE's right leg entered an opening in the grating. The employee was also experiencing pain in the groin area when lifting. After seeking medical treatment, the employee was diagnosed with a hernia. The employee had surgery on November 25, 2019.

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