# SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
> MSHA accident `220241010006` · 02/13/2024 · Usibelli Coal Mine Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
- **Accident type:** Over-exertion NEC
- **Occupation:** Utility man, Shift tech, Service/Dump truck operator
- **Activity:** Climb scaffolds, Ladders
- **Injury source:** SURFACE MINING MACHINES
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** KNEE/PATELLA
- **Days lost:** 37
- **Mine experience:** 5.31 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Joseph E  Usibelli
- **Operator:** Usibelli Coal Mine Inc
- **Mine:** [5000030](https://api.morvs.ai/mine/5000030)
## Narrative

Operator stepped from ladder on dragline shoe and EE's knee buckled to the left underneath EE's body weight.  Operator did not miss a shift while seeking medical evaluation and second opinion.  Surgery was recommended and employee missed EE's first shift yesterday (4/8/24) for pre-op.  Surgery taking place today 4/9/24.  Return to work to be determined by surgeon.

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