# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220220820009` · 03/16/2022 · Eagle Mine LLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Handling supplies or material
- **Injury source:** BOXES,CRATES,CARTONS
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** BACK (MUSCLES/SPINE/S-CORD/TAILBONE)
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 1.08 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Lundin Mining Corporation
- **Operator:** Eagle Mine LLC
- **Mine:** [2003454](https://api.morvs.ai/mine/2003454)
## Narrative

Technician felt muscular discomfort in their back while moving drill core sample boxes from pallets located on the floor to tables 40 inches high. Boxes range in weight from approximately 35-50 lbs. Technician was diagnosed with a thoracolumbar strain and placed on restricted duty. No lifting, pushing, pulling > 10 lbs and no reaching (keeping elbows near torso).

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