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MACHINERY

220041200012 · 04/26/2004 · Canyon Fuel Company LLC

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Occupation
Longwall operator, Chock operator, Shear operator, Plow operator
Activity
Longwall, Shear, Plow
Injury source
PULVERIZED MINERAL (DUST)
Nature of injury
DUST IN EYES
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
0
Mine experience
4 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Arch Resources Inc
Operator
Canyon Fuel Company LLC
Mine
4201890

Narrative

Employee was operating the shearer on the longwall face. His eyes became irritated due to dust/hydrogen sulfide generated during the cutting cycle. He finished his shift and sought medical attention later that evening. The doctor prescribed eye drops for his eyes.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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