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EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE

220052070014 · 07/21/2005 · ADDCAR Systems, LLC

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
Classification
EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE
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
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
0
Mine experience
0.83 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
International Coal Group Inc (ICG)
Operator
ADDCAR Systems, LLC
Mine
4801645

Narrative

Employees were looking for an oil leak on in the miner pan jack area. In the process of troubleshooting the leak a hydraulic hose blew, spraying employee in the face. He was approximately 10' away and was wearing his safety glasses. He was taken to the hospital to have his eyes washed out and checked. Employee was given prescription eye drops.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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