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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220231720004 · 06/12/2023 · Freeport-McMoRan Chino Mines Company

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Struck by flying object
Occupation
Laborer, Blacksmith, Bull gang, Parts runner, Roustabout, Pick-up man, Pitman
Activity
Surface equipment, NEC
Injury source
METAL COVERS & GUARDS
Nature of injury
JOINT,TENDON,MUSCL INFLAM
Body part
HAND (NOT WRIST OR FINGERS)
Days lost
0
Mine experience
4.31 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Freeport-McMoRan Inc
Operator
Freeport-McMoRan Chino Mines Company
Mine
2900708

Narrative

While operating crane, anode hit the cap block, which came off and hit employee's middle finger, causing a small cut near knuckle. Observed by ERRT member and wanted no further treatment, then worked 2 more shifts. On 6/15, employee noticed swelling and went to the ER, diagnosed with cellulitis secondary to cut, and notified company on 6/16/23.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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