# SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
> MSHA accident `220262450001` · 08/29/2026 · Haile Gold Mine Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
- **Classification:** SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
- **Accident type:** Fall to the walkway or working surface
- **Occupation:** Welder (non-shop)
- **Activity:** Walking, Running
- **Injury source:** GROUND
- **Nature of injury:** CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
- **Body part:** KNEE/PATELLA
- **Days lost:** 0
- **Mine experience:** 3.5 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** OceanaGold Corporation
- **Operator:** Haile Gold Mine Inc
- **Mine:** [3800600](https://api.morvs.ai/mine/3800600)
## Narrative

Miner exited LV to check a piece of stock metal in the bed that was specifically cut for SH03 as well as to ensure it was secured in the bed. on EE's way back to the cab EE tripped in the mud and fell forward onto EE's left knee. EE's knee was lacerated during the fall and required sutures.

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