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220053110067 · 10/26/2005 · Unimin Specialty Minerals Inc

Details

Degree of injury
DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY
Classification
MACHINERY
Accident type
Flash burns (welding)
Occupation
Maintenance man, Mechanic, Repair/Serviceman, Boilermaker, Fueler, Tire tech, Field service tech
Activity
Welding or cutting
Injury source
MACHINE,NEC-WELDR,OFC MAC
Nature of injury
ELECT.ARC BURN-NOT CONTAC
Body part
EYE(S) OPTIC NERVE/VISON
Days lost
4
Mine experience
2 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
S C R-Sibelco Nv
Operator
Unimin Specialty Minerals Inc
Mine
1101981

Narrative

Employee was performing arc welding near a highly reflective surface. Welding flash was being reflected off this surface through the back of his welding helmet/shield & was able to strike both of his eyes causing a welding arc flashburn. Employee sought medical attn. & was instructed to avoid work for four days.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
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