# HANDLING OF MATERIALS
> MSHA accident `220262720018` · 09/21/2026 · Omya Inc
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** HANDLING OF MATERIALS
- **Accident type:** Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects
- **Occupation:** Maintenance man, Mechanic,  Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
- **Activity:** Machine maintenance
- **Injury source:** METAL COVERS & GUARDS
- **Nature of injury:** FRACTURE,CHIP
- **Body part:** HAND (NOT WRIST OR FINGERS)
- **Days lost:** —
- **Mine experience:** 4.73 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** Omya Industries Inc
- **Operator:** Omya Inc
- **Mine:** [4300351](https://api.morvs.ai/mine/4300351)
## Narrative

The technician put left hand in the handle of the door and when they removed the last wedge holding the door closed, the door swung free, twisting their shoulder and hand. The employee worked another couple hours, then notified their supervisor of the incident. They noted that their shoulder and wrist was sore, their hand was starting to swell.

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