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MACHINERY

220042250020 · 08/10/2004 · Genwal Resources, Inc.

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Struck by flying object
Occupation
Roof bolter, Rock bolter, Pinner, Mobile roof support operator (MRS)
Activity
Roof bolter, Inserting bolt
Injury source
WRENCH
Nature of injury
CUT,LACER,PUNCT-OPN WOUND
Body part
JAW INCLUDE CHIN
Days lost
0
Mine experience
0.69 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Andalex Resources B V
Operator
Genwal Resources, Inc.
Mine
4202356

Narrative

While installing a roof bolt, a chuck wrench was used to help push the bolt into the hole. As push pressure was applied to the bolt and rotation started, the chuck wrench flipped free and struck individual in chin. This caused a 1/2 inch laceration to chin which needed stitches.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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