# MACHINERY
> MSHA accident `220261040017` · 04/12/2026 · Nevada Gold Mines LLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
- **Classification:** MACHINERY
- **Accident type:** Caught in, under or between running or meshing objects
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** SURFACE MINING MACHINES
- **Nature of injury:** FRACTURE,CHIP
- **Body part:** FINGER(S)/THUMB
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 5.02 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Barrick Nevada Holding LLC; Newmont USA Limited
- **Operator:** Nevada Gold Mines LLC
- **Mine:** [2600500](https://api.ai-analytics.org/mine/2600500)
## Narrative

EE was repairing a defective windshield wiper unit. EE saw motor linkage was disconnected. While reconnecting the linkage, the wiper motor unexpectedly activated, pinching their left ring finger between the linkage and the ball. Seen at clinic, diagnosed with fractures to the left ring fingertip, and wound closed with sutures. Released to modified duty.

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