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HANDLING OF MATERIALS

220262470024 · 08/27/2026 · Freeport-McMoRan Sierrita Ops.

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Accident type
Over-exertion NEC
Occupation
Haul/Off road/Coal/Ore/Pit/Quarry/Rock/Rubber tire truck driver, Transportation truck driver
Activity
Idle
Injury source
MISCELLANEOUS,NEC
Nature of injury
FRACTURE,CHIP
Body part
MOUTH/LIP/TEETH/TONGUE/THROAT/TASTE
Days lost
0
Mine experience
2.92 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Freeport-McMoRan Inc
Operator
Freeport-McMoRan Sierrita Ops.
Mine
0200144

Narrative

While parked and eating peanuts, the employee bit down on a peanut and chipped a tooth. The employee initially experienced minimal discomfort and continued working; however, approximately 90 minutes later, the pain increased and became intolerable, prompting the employee to notify a supervisor. Damage consisted of a chipped tooth resulting in dental pain requiring evaluation.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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