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HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)

220240740017 · 03/12/2024 · White Springs Ag Chems Inc dba Nutrien

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Accident type
Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Hand tools (not powered)
Injury source
WRENCH
Nature of injury
SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
Body part
BACK (MUSCLES/SPINE/S-CORD/TAILBONE)
Days lost
14
Mine experience
7 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Nutrien LTD
Operator
White Springs Ag Chems Inc dba Nutrien
Mine
0800798

Narrative

Employee (EE) reported to the Clinic on 03/12/2024 and stated that while attempting to loosen a bolt with a ratchet, while pulling handle towards their body, they felt lower back pain. EE was referred to Company Care. Restrictions were given that cannot be accommodated. EE is off work until further notice.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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