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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220251330017 · 04/30/2025 · Bronco Utah Operations, LLC.

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects
Occupation
Laborer, Bull gang, Faceman, Parts runner, Roustabout, Roof trimmer/scaler
Activity
Handling supplies or material
Injury source
ROOF (ROCK) BOLTS
Nature of injury
SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
Body part
WRIST
Days lost
14
Mine experience
2.77 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Bronco Coal Resources, LLC
Operator
Bronco Utah Operations, LLC.
Mine
4200079

Narrative

Roof Bolting, EE was bending bolt to get it in roof. While pulling back on the bolt, they felt a pop in their right wrist. EE did not want to see a doctor and continued to work. Six days later - went to doctor. Diagnosed with Wrist Tenosynovitis and was released to return to work. After working 2 more days, EE went back to doctor (5/8/2025). EE is off work waiting for an MRI test.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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