# MACHINERY
> MSHA accident `220260970031` · 03/26/2026 ·  MLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
- **Classification:** MACHINERY
- **Accident type:** Struck by flying object
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Hand tools (powered)
- **Injury source:** METAL COVERS & GUARDS
- **Nature of injury:** CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
- **Body part:** FINGER(S)/THUMB
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 4.42 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** HBM Holdings Company
- **Operator:**  MLC
- **Mine:** [2300542](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/2300542)
## Narrative

While enlarging a hole for an E-Stop using a step bit, the bit snagged an aluminum label plate. The plate spun unexpectedly, resulting in cuts to the operator's thumb and index finger.

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