# SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
> MSHA accident `220232490017` · 08/24/2023 · Nevada Gold Mines LLC
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
- **Accident type:** Struck by falling object
- **Occupation:** Welder (shop)
- **Activity:** Handling supplies or material
- **Injury source:** METAL,NEC(PIPE,WIRE,NAIL)
- **Nature of injury:** FRACTURE,CHIP
- **Body part:** FINGER(S)/THUMB
- **Days lost:** 146
- **Mine experience:** 7.65 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Barrick Nevada Holding LLC; Newmont USA Limited
- **Operator:** Nevada Gold Mines LLC
- **Mine:** [2601089](https://api.morvs.ai/mine/2601089)
## Narrative

EE was carrying 137lb flange to weld location, kicked rock with toe of boot and started falling. EE released left hand. Flange landed on right hand. Open laceration to R 3rd finger, vascular compromise, requiring 14 stitches, and broken bones at first knuckle requiring surgery to repair.

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