# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220241990005` · 07/08/2024 · White Springs Ag Chems Inc dba Nutrien 
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Over-exertion NEC
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** SURFACE MINING MACHINES
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** KNEE/PATELLA
- **Days lost:** 14
- **Mine experience:** 15 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Nutrien LTD
- **Operator:** White Springs Ag Chems Inc dba Nutrien 
- **Mine:** [0800798](https://api.morvs.ai/mine/0800798)
## Narrative

Field tech knelt down on D6 dozer track looking for coolant leak and felt a pop in EE's (L) knee. EE stood up and had slight discomfort. Tech contacted immediate supervisor to notify them. EE continued to work but discomfort became worse and swelling began. Tech contacted work partners and was advised to ice knee and stay off of it.

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