# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220212800024` · 12/02/2020 · Colorado Lime Company
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Over-exertion in lifting objects
- **Occupation:** Prep plant foreman, Supervisor, Mill plant supervisor, Kiln supervisor
- **Activity:** Handling supplies or material
- **Injury source:** BAGS
- **Nature of injury:** HERNIA;RUPTURE
- **Body part:** HIPS (PELVIS/ORGANS/KIDNEYS/BUTTOCKS)
- **Days lost:** —
- **Mine experience:** 11.5 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** United States Lime & Minerals Inc
- **Operator:** Colorado Lime Company
- **Mine:** [0504807](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/0504807)
## Narrative

On 12/02/2020, miner noticed a bulge in right groin area.  It was not causing pain or discomfort at the time.  On 12/09/2020 during annual health exam, MD confirmed right inguinal hernia.  Dr. stated it was not emergency and with COVID restrictions could wait for repair.  Workers Comp Dr. exam was on 06/09/2021 and was referred for surgical repair, which was done on 09/30/2021.

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