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MACHINERY
220030900021 · 03/27/2003 · Graymont Western Lime Inc.
Details
Degree of injury DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification MACHINERY
Accident type Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Occupation Laborer, Blacksmith, Bull gang, Parts runner, Roustabout, Pick-up man, Pitman
Activity Handling supplies or material
Injury source ACIDS,ALKALI,WET CEMENT
Nature of injury BURN,CHEMICL-FUME,COMPOUN
Body part EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost 1
Mine experience 25 years
Operator
Controller (parent) Michael Nast
Operator Graymont Western Lime Inc.
Mine 4700222
Narrative EE WAS BAGGING 10# LAWN & GARDEN LIME. WHILE THE BAG WAS FILLING, THE BAG EXPLODED CAUSING LIME TO SPRAY ONTO EE'S FACE. EE WAS WEARING PROTECTIBE EYE COVERING, BUT LIME STILL ENTERED RT. EYE.
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