# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220231600015` · 05/13/2023 · Central Plains Cement Co.
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Over-exertion NEC
- **Occupation:** Warehouseman, Bagger, Palletizer/Stacker, Store keeper, Packager, Fabricator, Cleaning plant operator
- **Activity:** Climb scaffolds, Ladders
- **Injury source:** FIXED LADDERS
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** ELBOW
- **Days lost:** 60
- **Mine experience:** 17.12 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Eagle Materials Inc
- **Operator:** Central Plains Cement Co.
- **Mine:** [3400026](https://api.morvs.ai/mine/3400026)
## Narrative

Employee stated that they injured their right elbow while reaching to mount a ladder.  Employee was taken to the clinic for evaluation and returned to work.  Upon a follow-up appointment, employee was referred for an MRI.  On 5/31/2023, MRI results indicated a torn triceps tendon at right elbow.  Employee was referred for surgery, has not yet been scheduled.

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