# STRIKING OR BUMPING
> MSHA accident `220242980010` · 10/15/2024 · Empresas Ortiz Brunet Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** STRIKING OR BUMPING
- **Accident type:** Struck against stationary object
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Walking, Running
- **Injury source:** BELT CONVEYORS
- **Nature of injury:** CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
- **Body part:** SCALP
- **Days lost:** 4
- **Mine experience:** 14.33 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Carlos Ortiz  Brunet
- **Operator:** Empresas Ortiz Brunet Inc
- **Mine:** [5400135](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/5400135)
## Narrative

At the time of the incident, the miner was preparing to replace a wiper on a conveyor. To perform this task, they passed under a different conveyor, unfortunately, they were not wearing their protective helmet. When they lifted their head before passing through, they struck it, causing a laceration that required (7) stitches.

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