# MACHINERY
> MSHA accident `220253170229` · 10/01/2025 · Bridger Coal Company
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** MACHINERY
- **Accident type:** Struck against a moving object
- **Occupation:** Greaser, Grease man, Oiler, Lube man, Dragline oiler
- **Activity:** Front-end loader
- **Injury source:** SURFACE MINING MACHINES
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** ARM,NEC
- **Days lost:** 123
- **Mine experience:** 3.46 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** MidAmerican Energy Holdings Company; IDACORP
- **Operator:** Bridger Coal Company
- **Mine:** [4800677](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/4800677)
## Narrative

The 103 Dragline at Ramp 53 contacted the cable handler #768 and was struck by the left rear house of the dragline while the dragline was in full swing. As a result, the cable handler was tipped onto its side. The cable handler operator was transported to the Dr. Office for further medical evaluation. On 10/13/25 the MRI confirmed that the employee would need surgery.

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*Source: [MSHA Open Government Data](https://arlweb.msha.gov/OpenGovernmentData/) · AI Analytics · CC0 1.0*