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POISONING (TOXIC MATERIALS)

220042390004 · 08/18/2004 · Carmeuse Lime & Stone Inc

Details

Degree of injury
OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6
Classification
POISONING (TOXIC MATERIALS)
Accident type
Inhalation of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Inspect equipment or mine
Injury source
NOXIOUS MINE GASES,NEC
Nature of injury
POISONING,SYSTEMIC
Body part
BODY SYSTEMS
Days lost
2
Mine experience
9.92 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Carmeuse Holding SA; Lafarge SA
Operator
Carmeuse Lime & Stone Inc
Mine
0100394

Narrative

Two well experienced miners were working in a bag house. They didn't take the air monitor with them and one was overcome by carbon monoxide. Also, the reverse air valve was not reopened after returning from lunch to bring in fresh air.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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