# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220231670001` · 06/11/2023 · Coeur Rochester, Inc.
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Over-exertion in lifting objects
- **Occupation:** Drill operator
- **Activity:** Handling supplies or material
- **Injury source:** DRILL STEEL (ALL SIZES)
- **Nature of injury:** HERNIA;RUPTURE
- **Body part:** ABDOMEN/INTERNAL ORGANS
- **Days lost:** 9
- **Mine experience:** 12.04 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Coeur Mining, Inc.
- **Operator:** Coeur Rochester, Inc.
- **Mine:** [2601941](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/2601941)
## Narrative

Employee was working in the drill Conex, placing drill bits into the designated bin.  After task was completed, employee noticed some discomfort in EE's abdominal  area. After seeking medical evaluation, employee was diagnosed with an abdominal hernia. Employee stated  that EE was not sure if it happened at work or home.

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