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MACHINERY

220060240012 · 01/18/2006 · —

Details

Degree of injury
NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT
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
0
Mine experience
25.92 years

Operator

Controller (parent)
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Operator
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Mine
4102632

Narrative

Two mechanics were welding on a backhoe bucket with a shield between them. However, during this process, one of them received flash burns to both of his eyes. The mechanic was examined by a doctor (1/19/06) and received a prescription for antibiotics. No restrictions were issued.

Source

Authoritative
MSHA Open Government Data
Machine
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