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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220242430010 · 08/13/2024 · Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Over-exertion in lifting objects
Occupation
Motorman, Motor person, Swamper, Switchman, Locomotive operator
Activity
Handling supplies or material
Injury source
PUMPS,FANS,COMP,ENG,NEC
Nature of injury
SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
Body part
BACK (MUSCLES/SPINE/S-CORD/TAILBONE)
Days lost
0
Mine experience
0.58 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Vulcan Materials Company
Operator
Vulcan Construction Materials, LLC
Mine
3401905

Narrative

On 8/13/24, employee was throwing away a 20 lb scrap pump into metal waste bin when EE felt discomfort in EE's back right side. EE used 1st aid measures to help with the discomfort for 2 weeks. When the pain did not resolve EE sought medical treatment on 8/27, were diagnosed with a back strain and issued restrictions & medications.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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