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220202870031 · 10/03/2020 · Wharf Resources (USA) Inc

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
OTHER
Accident type
Bodily reaction, NEC
Occupation
Greaser, Grease man, Oiler, Lube man, Dragline oiler
Activity
Machine maintenance
Injury source
BODILY MOTION
Nature of injury
FRACTURE,CHIP
Body part
THIGH/FEMUR
Days lost
85
Mine experience
10.69 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Coeur Mining, Inc.
Operator
Wharf Resources (USA) Inc
Mine
3901282

Narrative

Oiler was preparing to fuel 527 Loader. When EE turned to the left, right knee ""gave out"" and EE collapsed to the ground. EE was examined by a physician and diagnosed with a comminuted femur fracture and torn ligaments which will likely require surgery to repair.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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