# OTHER
> MSHA accident `220203570008` · 12/10/2020 · J R Simplot Company
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT
- **Classification:** OTHER
- **Accident type:** Bodily reaction, NEC
- **Occupation:** Backhoe operator, Trackhoe operator
- **Activity:** Getting on or off equipment
- **Injury source:** BODILY MOTION
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** KNEE/PATELLA
- **Days lost:** 18
- **Mine experience:** 11.15 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Scott  Simplot
- **Operator:** J R Simplot Company
- **Mine:** [1001590](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/1001590)
## Narrative

Operator was attempting to access the cab of CAT 345 track hoe. Employee pushed off with leg when they felt a pop and discomfort in left knee. Employee was transferred to the hospital for observation. Employee was sent to an Orthopedic surgeon. Was released to return to work on restricted duty on 12/18/2020.

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