# SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
> MSHA accident `220262730004` · 09/22/2026 · United States Steel Corp-Minnesota Ore Operations
## Details
- **Degree of injury:** DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
- **Classification:** SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
- **Accident type:** Over-exertion NEC
- **Occupation:** Laborer, Blacksmith, Bull gang, Parts runner, Roustabout, Pick-up man, Pitman
- **Activity:** Walking, Running
- **Injury source:** GROUND
- **Nature of injury:** SPRAIN,STRAIN RUPT DISC
- **Body part:** ANKLE
- **Days lost:** —
- **Mine experience:** 13.48 years
## Operator
- **Controller:** USX Corp (United States Steel Corp)
- **Operator:** United States Steel Corp-Minnesota Ore Operations
- **Mine:** [2100282](https://api.morvs.ai/mine/2100282)
## Narrative

While crossing the pipelines, the employee tripped over a pump cable running from the substation to the switchgear. Due to the operational setup and required location of the cable, it could not be permanently secured or removed from the area. The employee rolled their right ankle, heard a popping sound, experienced pain running up the leg, and fell to the ground.

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