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HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)

220043230005 · 11/04/2004 · PCS Phosphate Company Inc

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY
Classification
HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
Accident type
Absorption of radiations, caustics, toxic and noxious substances
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Machine maintenance
Injury source
COAL & PETROL PRODUCT,NEC
Nature of injury
BURN,CHEMICL-FUME,COMPOUN
Body part
FINGER(S)/THUMB
Days lost
0
Mine experience
30 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
Potash Corp Of Saskatchewan
Operator
PCS Phosphate Company Inc
Mine
3100212

Narrative

While greasing H-link on backhoe, two grease fittings would not accept grease. Mechanic removed glove to adjust grease fitting. Without putting glove back on, mechanic began greasing fittings. The first fitting accepted grease. While attempting to grease the second fitting, the grease line leaked, injecting a small amount of grease into his right index finger.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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